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May 17

Russian drone strike in Ukraine kills 9, injures 4 after peace talks, officials say

A Russian drone strike hit a passenger bus in northeastern Ukraine on Saturday, killing nine people and injuring four others, according to Ukrainian officials.

May 17

Strange Viking grave with 'Christian overtones' discovered by perplexed archaeologists: 'Very unusual'

Swedish archaeologists uncovered a rare 1,100-year-old Viking coffin grave containing weapons near Linköping, describing their findings as "unusual."

May 16

New Hur interview tapes detailing Mongolia trip shed light on Hur's 'sympathetic' characterization of Biden

New audio of Joe Biden highlights his humor and detailed recollections from a Mongolia visit, impacting Robert Hur's investigation into classified documents.

May 16

Trump says Comey knew 'assassination' meaning behind deleted social media post

President Trump accused James Comey of issuing a veiled threat in a cryptic social media post, while touting his Middle East economic achievements and slamming President Biden's approach to the Russia-Ukraine war.

May 16

Melania Trump statue sawed off at the ankles and stolen in Slovenia

A bronze statue of Melania Trump was stolen in Slovenia. Created by Brad Downey and Ales Zupevc, it replaced a wooden version destroyed by arson in 2020.

May 16

Republican says Biden started controversial negotiations for backup Air Force One

Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma claimed it was the Biden administration, not the Trump administration, that began negotiations for a gifted Air Force One temporary replacement.

May 16

ICC prosecutor behind Netanyahu arrest warrants steps aside amid sexual misconduct probe

Sexual misconduct allegations against prosecutor Karim Khan have rocked the ICC, prompting calls for the controversial world body to rescind arrest warrants against Israeli leaders.

May 16

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and world leaders discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. President Donald Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict.

May 16

TikTok influencer in Mexico shot and killed on livestream

A Mexican social media influencer was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream and authorities suspect she was the victim of targeted hit.

May 16

Trump secures deals with 3 Middle Eastern nations in 1st major trip of 2nd term

President Donald Trump secured several deals with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar in a historic first trip.