Watch the Weather ➜ The UK has been heading into local and devolved elections with Labour under pressure and international violence has been escalating in Mali as jihadists and separatists have captured northern towns.

Faces of 2026 ➜ Five rising figures have emerged on the global stage, influencing politics, sport, and society in unexpected ways.

Who's New — Five Faces ➜ A set of five lesser-known leaders has been reshaping global headlines through treaty reviews, contested detentions, coalition deals, Vatican appointments, and an upset primary victory.

Who's New ➜ Five lesser-known figures have been driving separate but connected headlines: a USF student disappearance and murder charge, a surprise Democratic primary shake-up in Maine, a charged stabbing in London, an acid attack on an Indonesian activist, and CENTCOM contingency planning on Iran.

Seven Pressure Points ➜ A sequence of diplomatic, political and legal flashpoints has dominated headlines: Trump has visited Beijing; US‑China tech tensions have escalated; Labour has faced a leadership revolt; Texas has cut

Unseen Power ➜ Recent events have revealed lesser-known figures wielding outsized influence in global affairs, from Iran’s IRGC generals to US insiders and African political disputes.

Statecraft in the middle ➜ Five under‑the‑radar events have been unfolding: fighting along the Lebanon border, missile and drone strikes in the Strait of Hormuz and Fujairah, Israel’s claimed (and denied) UAE visit, Syria’s new

New Faces, Old Challenges ➜ Five lesser-known figures have emerged recently, influencing global politics, climate action, sports, science, and justice policies.

Five to Watch ➜ A clutch of outsiders and power-brokers has surged into pivotal moments — on courts, ballots, party HQs, diplomatic flights and policy desks.

Five things to know ➜ The Scottish election has delivered a reshaped Holyrood; UN talks have produced a US-backed Gulf draft; Australia has expanded charges in the Bondi attack; astronomers have found an atmosphere on a Ku

We haven’t had anyone willing to frighten children at shows since Maho Kurone. We need both Maho and the frightening of children at shows back. #黒音まほ #tjpw

🟧 « Suite au massacre du 8 avril, on a eu un drone au-dessus de notre maison pendant deux jours » Arthur Sarradin convoqué #AuPoste en direct de Beyrouth, une ville épuisée avec plus de 2020 morts au Liban depuis le 2 mars et un quart de la population déplacée. @arthursarradin.bsky.social

Get ready for Ocean City’s 71st Night in Venice on July 25! This year’s theme, "Stars, Stripes and Christmas Lights," brings Christmas in July to the bayfront. Plus, look out for 2 brand-new youth pageants on July 15 #OceanCityNJ #NightInVenice #OCNJ #ChristmasInJuly #Summer2026

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Christian got his apology 🙂‍↔️ #Survivor50

12pm Vancouver Public Library downtown, crowd gathered for #NoKings protest, Vancouver BC

Breast milk remains the best food for babies when possible. But research has found that harmful chemicals from consumer products, plastics, and pollution can contaminate breast milk, exposing babies during a vulnerable life stage. Video from our friends @toxicfreefuture

Follow along tonight while we experience one of the greatest milestones in the campaign so far! We will be broadcasting the Democratic Convention live from Instagram, don’t miss out on this opportunity to watch democratic processes happen first hand. #congress #politics #grassroots

📊 2026-05-04 • Cancer Breakthroughs: Carvykti Achieves 100% MRD Negativity in Smoldering Myeloma; NEOPRISM-CRC Shows Zero Bowel Cancer Relapses at 33 Months • Artemis II: Starship IFT-12 Targeting May 12 as Artemis III VAB Integration and Orion De-Servicing Advance at KSC 🔗 watchboard.dev

Los jabalíes vuelven a aparecer en Culleredo, en A Coruña, al lado del aeropuerto. Una madre con varias crías pasea por el entorno de Vilaboa, muy cerca del lugar donde la pasada Navidad un ejemplar se coló, paralizando la actividad durante horas #acoruña #coruña #lacoruña #galicia #quincemil15000

'We're at the Labour Party Conference to deliver one clear message - physiotherapy keeps people, the NHS, and the economy moving.' - @ashjames10.bsky.social Tag your Labour MP to invite them to visit the CSP at stand J4. #RightToRehab #Lab25 #LabConf25

If you still think Orange Satan pedo incestious Trump isn’t what your seeing in pictures of him and Ivanka I don’t know what to tell you. Here is another one! Remember Epstein

Audio Tin Machine Under The God This week NAZI BRITANNIA goose stepped further down the line of TRANS APARTHEID with a hardening of so-called Guidance soon to become Law denying transgender folks basic human rights all against a backdrop of increasing Xian Fundamentalism #DavidBowie #Dv1 #DemVoice1

Kill 1,000 Undead enemies with corpses. #DiabloIII #Diablo3 #PS5Share

'Historic Spring "Storm" Paralyzes Life in Canada's Saskatchewan Canada – 🇨🇦 16 May 2026 A fierce spring storm swept through vast parts of the Canadian province of "Saskatchewan" in a wave of weather described by meteorological authorities as exceptional.' Arab_Storms [x] #FossilFuels #Climate

Tini zabutych predkiv (Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors), Sergej Paradžanov (1964) Paradžanov works through visual fragments rather than linear narrative: the camera is unstable, almost possessed — reflecting the inner state of the characters rather than describing reality.

Settlement expansion in the West Bank and East Jerusalem is causing unimaginable suffering. The UK must ban trade with illegal settlements, to uphold international law and protect Palestinian civilians.

🎥An MSP has asked for the reasons why Nicola Sturgeon was not charged over the investigation that led to her husband being convicted to be made public. Full story: www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news...

As we mark the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day, we ground ourselves in the same values that motivated Bostonians to defend our city two and a half centuries ago: the right of people to govern themselves, speak freely, build communities on their own terms, and defend their home field.

🚨 Psoas Sign = Think Appendicitis 🚨 Pain with hip flexion against resistance or passive hip extension may indicate irritation of the iliopsoas muscle from an inflamed appendix. #EmergencyMedicine #Surgery #PhysicalExam #GeneralSurgery #MedicalEducation

This #LaborDay, we honor the generations of workers and unions who fought and died for rights we often take for granted. As a Dept of Labor attorney, I resigned after I saw Trump treat federal workers as disposable. In Congress, I’ll stand up for fair wages and justice for all. #GoWithMo

.@deluzio.house.gov is right. It's very clear that Donald Trump has NO IDEA what to do in Iran. Yet it's everyday Americans and our fallen service members that pay the price of this War.

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Get in there Carson

AG Jason Miyares addresses the tragic consequences of sanctuary policies in Fairfax County. A must-watch discussion on the rule of law and systemic failures. #FairfaxCounty #Immigration #JasonMiyares

The leadership principles of simply listening to people and learning from people is foundational to this campaign! We are going to end this challenge on May 17 so help spread the word. The countdown begins now! @barackobama.bsky.social @obamafoundation.bsky.social

Ice Cream Talking Cartoon Characters www.icecreamtalkingcartoonrecipes.com/ Creme roll sentries got double guard duty of chocolate Ice cream floating suspiciously in peanut butter topping alongside undercover whipped cream.

It's #ShowMeSunday, the last full day of #SteamNextFest. This clip is from Abysm, my atmospheric puzzle game with a story, inspired by classics such as Boulder Dash and Supaplex. Play and wishlist! store.steampowered.com/app/4025180 #indiegame #indiedev #puzzlegame #steamdeck #gamedev #pixelart

Lawrence：The tortured soul of Trump’s lying & incompetent Treasury Secy. was on display again today [Edit] Trump’s “self-clowning” Treasury Secretary “played with counterfeit money publicly” Trump's “perverse fantasy his face on a new $250” May 28, 2026 www.ms.now/the-last-wor... The Last Word

Fixed some things! now we got a good camera angle for the end, and I fixed it starting too early

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Since you will have more than one hit by default in this game I changed the way the enemy hits you, now instead of removing the control you can move a little while sliding and you recover immediately, I need to adjust it a bit but it works well. #godotEngine #godot #gamedev #indiedev #pixelart

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Several years later, Nihon Falcom demonstrated how far they had come with a multimedia makeover of Legend of Heroes' port to the TG-16 CD (1991) featuring more of the amazing music their titles were also renowned for. Mieko Ishikawa, one of Falcom Sound Team's founders, had also worked on the game.

Real Housewives star Jen Shah details her time in prison with Ghislaine Maxwell: "When the victims would be on TV and talking, Ghislaine showed just complete disregard for them. And this is when they are pouring their hearts out in front of Congress and for the files to be released.”

This post is for those who may be going through a tough time, under pressure from all sides and battling depression. Whatever the case may be 🙏🏼 You’re NOT Alone.

God mode Ibushi ⚠️Flash Warning⚠️ #AEW #Memes #Wrestling

Trump is bragging about bombing “drug boats” in the Caribbean. But there’s no proof, no legal basis, and no accountability — just civilians dying for The Great Stunt Queen acting as judge, jury, and executioner.

Well the US won’t investigate but at least someone will. Follow investigations on X and the files in Europe by subscribing at groundNews.com/monte #deconstruction #exvangelical #currentevents #news #groundnewspartner

I feel like I am watching a movie for the 3rd time and seeing the audience surprised at an action by the main character are we going to be surprised when Trump refuses to accept election results? will journalists continue to lose their spines?

Since 1916, The Tavern has served as a neighborhood watering hole, a place where University of Texas students, sports enthusiasts, Clarksville residents and others can break bread and share in community. Find it: 922 W. 12th St., Austin, TX 78703

"Happy Birthday, #Kyiv! - atmospheric video of the Air Force Command of the UA Armed Forces." [👇👀💪💙💛✊ 🇺🇦✌️] #Запоріжжя #Україна #Crimea #Ukraine #UkraineVictory #Zelenskyy #GloryToUkraine #слава_українцю #СлаваУкраїні #RepairDemocracy #MRSA

I don't know if you can call a couple's relationship 'vanilla' after they've been forced into a permanent fusion dance by aliens who transcended space & time.

PAUL GOT SPEARED 😭😭😭 #WWERAW

A lavish Dinner hosted by senior journalist Asad Nawaz in honor of Bureau Chief UK and Europe M News Saleem Sabri بیورو چیف یوکے اینڈ یورپ ایم نیوز سلیم صابری کے اعزاز میں سینئر صحافی اسد نواز کی پرتکلف دعوت

Always keep your head on a swivel

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On the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, we recognize the suffering of children impacted by violence, war, abuse, and injustice around the world. 💙 #ChildrensRights #ProtectChildren #Peace #HumanRights #EndViolence #Indivisible #IndivisibleStJ #PeoplePower