A lightning round determined this year’s National Spelling Bee Champion, and to get into the spirit, The Weekend hosts put their skills to the test in a spell-off.

“It breaks through in the sense of corruption” NOTUS columnist @danamilbank.bsky.social breaks down how voters are responding to Trump’s focus on vanity projects as Americans struggle with rising prices.

Jackie Alemany shares the details of her phone call with President Trump after Melania Trump made a surprise speech on the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

“We don’t shut people up because they criticize us” Editor-At-Large at “Latenighter” Bill Carter sounds off on the Trump admin. over their alleged role in the firing of “The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert after his final episode aired Thursday night.

“It is an attempt to take away Black political voice in the United States Congress” @justinjpearson.bsky.social sounds off on the TN GOP following their newly drawn congressional map that abolishes a majority Black district in Memphis.

"Republicans never had this low of a rating of Trump economy [that] we are seeing right now.” @byheatherlong.bsky.social on how the rising prices are translating to a historic-low sentiment among Americans and sinking approval ratings for the President.

MS Now's @lbarronlopez.bsky.social details her exclusive reporting on how the Trump Administration reassured a deported DACA recipient that he would return home, but instead he was detained by ICE. She also shares what his sister wishes she could tell the President.

“He can look at Orbán and say that’s the kind of leader I want to be. I would want to do anything without any respect for the Constitution and checks and balances. “ @johanknorberg.bsky.social on Trump’s relationship with the Prime Minister of Hungary, who is facing an election that could oust him.

“We can’t do the things we need to do unless [Trump’s] gone...and the way that happens is...we reclaim the power of Congress, because it’s Congress’ responsibility to fix this.” @gtconway.bsky.social on the Trump impeachment debate following his threats to Iran.

“What they should be worried about is whether any of them engaged in criminal conduct to bring these charges.” @milestaylor.bsky.social warns those in the Trump administration who were involved in the "chain of these decisions" to indict James Comey that it could put them in legal jeopardy.

Does that mean 'DONBAS by AUTUMN' That is what Russian generals promise PUTIN 😹

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A top doctor is sounding the alarm about Donald Trump's health after an odd medical visit in Florida and the White House's lack of transparency about his annual physical. The doc is calling out two suspicious things that have everyone talking. Credit: @aaronparnas.bsky.social | Source #TrumpHealth

MacFarlane: Four members of Trump’s cabinet, all gone in quick succession, and all of them women. The breaking news to conclude the week is that Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down as director of national intelligence effective June 30.

Some lines don’t describe violence. They describe what happens after violence becomes normal. “Turn into the wind.” 🔊 Unmute for the song — it’s worth it 🔥 #OutlawCountry #NeoNoir #DarkFolk #StorySong #CrimeDrama #MoralDecay #CinematicMusic #Americana #IndieMusic #Songwriter #HowtoMakeaKilling

Putin promised China uninterrupted exports of Russian energy resources: "Our country is one of the largest exporters of oil, natural gas and coal to China. We are ready to continue reliably ensuring uninterrupted supplies of all these types of fuel."

Stop giving podcasters real jobs.

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"Settler violence" is a myth manufactured by the UN in order to delegitimize the presence of indigenous Judeans in their ancestral homeland. #settlerviolence #israel #un #politics #mythbusters

The future of South Carolina starts with our young people and their voices matter right now. Join me today at Lander University at 5PM for a forum focused on ideas, opportunity, and building a stronger path forward together. Let’s talk about the #NewSC

Spencer Cox is bad news. It was all an inside job.

How Gripping the Handrails Flattens Your Incline Treadmill Walk #fitness #fitnesstips #workout #health #gym #exercise

Two things can absolutely be true: - The Mariners did not play well enough to win last night’s game - Dan Wilson & the Mariners decision-makers did not put them in a good position to do so late in the game

I WAS THERE! Eric Love remembers the energy crisis of the 1970s and he knows what US leadership refused to grasp: we should've gotten off oil - or at least prepared better before this "excursion." #IranWar #EnergyCrisis #NoWarForOil #AddictedToOil

Teacher of Mathematics, St Aloysius College. Closes: 01/06. https://shrbrt.jobs/k58r5o. #independentschooljobs #scotlandjobs #teachingjobs @hmc-schools.bsky.social

USA TODAY just named Ocean City, NJ the #3 Best Summer Destination in the country for 2026! From miles of relaxing beaches to the vintage thrill rides and iconic boardwalk eats, OCNJ is the ultimate vacation paradise. #OCNJ #OceanCityNJ #JerseyShore #Travel2026 ##Usatoday

#MorningVibe The #Suffs march on Washington to demand the right to vote. Be inspired. We demand an amendment! #ERANow

Bring in use it or lose it policies You won't be long seeing more properties coming back into use Then everyone can have a home in Ireland The government could make this change now The question is whether they want everyone to have a home Dyke Parade Cork City #DerelictIreland

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Niall is really rubbing me wrong in his behavior re: not paying Ruben the money back that he borrowed. Like, everything about Niall's reasons strikes me as bullshit plus he stole the money from his gf's dad. I'm beginning to think Niall is worse + more toxic than Ruben. #Halfman #tvsky

Loan him to me and he will be returned covered in bite marks

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Mamdani unveiled a new Commission on Government Efficiency, or "COGE," saying government efficiency shouldn’t mean gutting public services like Elon Musk did. “Our focus is actually delivering efficiency — not as a byword for cutting services, but a sincere commitment to efficiency."

The latest Ontario minimum wage increase will take effect on October 1, 2026, bringing important changes for workers and employers across the province. The general minimum wage will rise from $17.60 to $17.95 per hour, reflecting an annual adjustment tied to inflation.

Wanted: Hot Wing Oreo - DEAD OR ALIVE #oreo #doublestuff #cookies #podcast #foodreview #dessert

Arizona State right tackle Max Iheanachor handled Texas Tech's dynamic edge duo as well as any OT in #CollegeFootball last season. That's despite stepping on a football field for the first time in 2021! 📈 #NFL #CFB #NCAAFootball #NFLDraft #NFLDraft2026 #2026NFLDraft #DraftSZN #DraftTwitter #NFLSky

Newsmax host: “E. Jean Carroll, you're never going see a lick of that money, and I think you're going see prison”

@belbasaura.bsky.social 's MASCOT JUST STARTED JORKIN WHILE HIS DUPLICATE IS ON THE GROUND IN PAIN WHY ISNT ANYONE DOING ANYTHING NEW COMM I GUESS #Vgen #commission #emotes

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On Workers’ Memorial Day, I’m honored to stand with AFGE Local 1133 President John Hetzel and members from the Robley Rex VA Medical Center, and grateful to receive their endorsement. #CaringforKentucky #AFGE #UnionStrong💪

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With framing immigrants as 'ALIENS,' it’s all about dehumanization.

Wenn der Terzel die Nistkuhle ausbessern möchte und sich beobachtet fühlt 😊 #DettingenTeck #Turmfalken #Kestrel #Birds #Animal-Cam www.nabu-teck.de/kamera-im-de...

Sick f..cks They are cheering and clappingwatching the homes of Lebanese people being blown up, flattening whole villages

Circularity in fashion- how do they do it? This is the first part of many, where we will go through every stage of the fashion industry, and see how various companies/organizations are incorporating circularity. Today, we focus on sourcing, specifically next-gen bio-based materials. #circularfashion

"A Little Age" is a cozy game where you create new settlements surrounded by nature. Then you manage the flow of resources between them so they can help each other out🌿 #GameDemo #CozyGame #CityBuilder #IndieGame

We're excited to have Andre Revolution join the judging panel for the 2026 PMAs! Featured by NVIDIA for work that “blurs the lines between gaming and real life", Andre brings a fantastic eye for cinematic virtual photography, and we’re thrilled to have him onboard this year!

"Many Americans are asking, why did the United States have to attack Iran now? Well, let me explain..." – Sec. Marco Rubio When power fabricates foes, real risk never lay in foreign shadows. What leadership consigns its people to anguish while the world bleeds for macabre distraction?

Progress can be painful. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #dating #adhd #adhdcoach #yaydhd

“Oh Clifford dear, you shouldn’t have…!” #Congratulations to Lady Katie Boyle #MyMy 100 today! The Queen of presenters, famous for wearing no underwear while presenting the #Eurovision Song Contest in 1974 - she did it four times don’t you know. #VivaLaDiva #Abba Happy Birthday 29/5/26 - 20/5/18 🥂

Alejandro Kirk se fractura el dedo pulgar y se estima que estara 6 semanas fuera. #Beisbol #AlejandroKirk  #beisbolmexicano  #Mexico  #miraloaqui

🇷🇺🤡 Dictator Putin: “If we had sat down at the negotiating table (referring to Zelenskyy), I would have said: ‘Thank God it’s all over.’”

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: Russia is increasingly desperate. Russia's losses are substantial - over 30,000 per month. This means losing more men in one month than the Soviet Union did in 10 years in Afghanistan in the 1980s. Absolutely staggering numbers.

Así describió Quentin Tarantino el Hollywood actual; según el famoso director, las nuevas películas estadounidenses «son imposibles de ver sin criticarlas a fondo». El director añadió que prefiere leer libros a ver películas de Hollywood. vk.com/ria?z=photo-...

WATCH: Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) utterly DESTROYS Marco Rubio, catching him actively LYING in congress. THANK YOU Rep. Lieu for refusing to put up with Republican BS!

From Lakefront Buyer to State Insider, Governor Kemp turns real estate sales into so much more.

Video of the Rally for Democracy, May 23, 2026. The rally is held every Saturday from 1-2 in front of the Mount Kisco Town Hall. The YT channel is www.youtube.com/@RallyforDemocracy

Was man so alles findet! 😂 Nicht jeder ist der russischen Sprache mächtig. Aber ich find’s so geil, also das ganze noch mal in Deutsch. t.me/Ukraine_Chat...

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