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May 8, 2024

On this day in history, May 8, 1945, President Truman announces 'flags of freedom fly all over Europe'

President Harry S. Truman, on this day in history, May 8, 1945, announced to the American people that Germany's forces had surrendered in World War II — marking the end of the war in Europe.

May 7, 2024

UCLA finally asks for FBI help — but to investigate pro-Israel supporters

UCLA has reached out to the FBI as part of its investigation into a group of pro-Israel counter-protesters who allegedly attacked an anti-Israel campus encampment last week.

May 7, 2024

Palestinians pursue UN General Assembly support for full membership bid

The United Nations General Assembly is considering a draft resolution to recognize Palestinians as qualified for full U.N. membership, according to officials.

May 7, 2024

Biden warns Netanyahu against Rafah invasion as Israel prepares for action

President Biden called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the phone on Monday, warning the prime minister against continuing with plans for an invasion of the Gaza city of Rafah.

May 6, 2024

Hamas says they approve framework for cease-fire agreement with Israel

Hamas terrorists have agreed to a framework for a cease-fire agreement with Israel, according to a Monday statement.

May 5, 2024

Cinco de Mayo: Facts, meaning and celebration of the holiday

Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico's resistance to the invasion by the Second French Empire during the Second Franco-Mexican War in the late 19th century.

May 4, 2024

On this day in history, May 4, 1979, 'Iron Lady' Margaret Thatcher becomes first female PM of the UK

Margaret Thatcher became the United Kingdom's first female prime minister on this day in history, May 4, 1979, at age 54 — and led the U.K. for nearly 12 years, earning the moniker "Iron Lady."

May 3, 2024

Kremlin spox slams French president, UK foreign secretary, calling criticisms of war in Ukraine 'dangerous'

The Kremlin’s spokesman says recent statements by France’s president and Britain’s foreign secretary about the war in Ukraine will deepen international tension.

May 3, 2024

War-scarred village in Ukraine finds solace in vibrant new church

A new church is bringing spiritual comfort to war-weary residents of the Ukrainian village of Lypivka this Orthodox Easter season. Two years ago, it provided refuge.

May 3, 2024

Meet the American who created the Kentucky Derby, Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr., born of pioneers

The Kentucky Derby debuted in 1875, the horse race a vision of Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr., grandson of American explorer William Clark in hopes of reviving commonwealth's economy.