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Iran Executes Two Men Over Armed Rebellion Charges, Links To 'Separatists'
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21 May 2026

Iran Executes Two Men Over Armed Rebellion Charges, Links To 'Separatists'

Since the start of the conflict with Israel and the United States in February, Iran has ramped up executions, with many of the convicts hanged over anti-government protests that took place across Iran early this year.

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21 May 2026

SpaceX's IPO Bonus For Musk Has One Condition: A Million Humans On Mars

Musk's bonus is contingent on SpaceX's stock market value hitting targets ranging from $400 billion to $6 trillion -- along with the company moving a million people to Mars.

SpaceX's IPO Bonus For Musk Has One Condition: A Million Humans On Mars
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21 May 2026

Displaced By War, Lebanese Grandmother Feeds Thousands Of Fellow Refugees

The ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah displaced over one million people in the tiny country during months of cross-border fighting.

Displaced By War, Lebanese Grandmother Feeds Thousands Of Fellow Refugees
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21 May 2026

$50 Tickets For 1,000 New Yorkers: Mamdani's World Cup-Worthy FIFA Deal

The tickets are currently the cheapest available through FIFA's official sales process. Fans selected through the ballot will also receive free round-trip bus transport to the stadium.

$50 Tickets For 1,000 New Yorkers: Mamdani's World Cup-Worthy FIFA Deal
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21 May 2026

'India Great Ally, Want To Sell As Much Energy As They'll Buy': Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio's comments come at a time when US refineries have experienced a massive surge in Venezuelan heavy crude oil arrivals.

'India Great Ally, Want To Sell As Much Energy As They'll Buy': Marco Rubio
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21 May 2026

Taiwan President Says 'Happy' To Talk To Trump As US Signals Outreach

Trump told reporters on Wednesday that he would speak to Lai, as the White House weighs arms sales to the democratic island.

Taiwan President Says 'Happy' To Talk To Trump As US Signals Outreach
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21 May 2026

Russia Hijacked Bluesky Accounts To Push Fake News On Ukraine: Report

The operation targeted a wide range of users on the social media platform, from journalists and professors to artists and filmmakers, whose accounts were then used to circulate fabricated videos and fake news reports.

Russia Hijacked Bluesky Accounts To Push Fake News On Ukraine: Report
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21 May 2026

4,600-Year-Old Great Pyramid Of Giza Was Designed To Resist Earthquakes

The pyramid, during a test conducted by researchers, exhibited a remarkably homogeneous and stable structural response to the seismic vibrations despite its size and complexity.

4,600-Year-Old Great Pyramid Of Giza Was Designed To Resist Earthquakes
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21 May 2026

Iran Rebuilding Weapons Base Quickly, Already Producing Drones: Report

Sources told CNN that Iran is restoring lost military strength by repairing and replacing missile positions, launch equipment, and the production lines for essential weapons systems damaged in the conflict.

Iran Rebuilding Weapons Base Quickly, Already Producing Drones: Report
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21 May 2026

With Direct Line To Mojtaba, This General Is New Key Player In Iran Talks

Brig. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi, who heads Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, has become a major player in formulating Iran's tough stance in negotiating a possible end to the war.

With Direct Line To Mojtaba, This General Is New Key Player In Iran Talks
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21 May 2026

Air France, Airbus Found Guilty Of Manslaughter In 2009 Crash That Killed 228

The Paris Court of Appeal ruled that the French flag carrier and Europe's leading aerospace manufacturer were "solely and entirely responsible," ordering each to pay 225,000 euros ($261,000).

Air France, Airbus Found Guilty Of Manslaughter In 2009 Crash That Killed 228
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21 May 2026

Mojtaba Hardens Stand On Key US Demand, Says Uranium Must Stay In Iran: Report

Iran's top officials believe that sending the material abroad would leave the country more vulnerable to future attacks by the United States and Israel.

Mojtaba Hardens Stand On Key US Demand, Says Uranium Must Stay In Iran: Report
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21 May 2026

India, African Union Postpone New Delhi Summit Amid Ebola Outbreak

India, African Union Postpone New Delhi Summit Amid Ebola Outbreak

India, African Union Postpone New Delhi Summit Amid Ebola Outbreak
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21 May 2026

"Mit Jaoge": Pakistani Senator's Unprovoked Anti-India Speech Sparks Outrage

US-based political commentator and journalist Amy Mek shared a long thread about the event titled "Maarka-e-Haq", on X, describing the address as "a direct threat from Pakistan on US soil."

"Mit Jaoge": Pakistani Senator's Unprovoked Anti-India Speech Sparks Outrage
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21 May 2026

'Chaiwala Came To You': PM Modi's Tea-Seller Reference At Rome Event Is Viral

In Italy, PM Modi also held talks with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni, elevating ties between the countries to a special strategic partnership.

'Chaiwala Came To You': PM Modi's Tea-Seller Reference At Rome Event Is Viral
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21 May 2026

Sinkhole Near New York's LaGuardia Airport Shuts Runway, Causes Massive Flight Delays

Runway 4/22 was taken out of service immediately while emergency construction and engineering teams moved in to assess the damage and begin repairs.

Sinkhole Near New York's LaGuardia Airport Shuts Runway, Causes Massive Flight Delays
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21 May 2026

AI Engineer Says Google Fired Him After Protest Over Israel Deals: Report

The engineer distributed flyers inside Google DeepMind’s London office where he accused the company of providing “military AI” to forces “committing genocide.”

AI Engineer Says Google Fired Him After Protest Over Israel Deals: Report
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21 May 2026

UK Radio Station Issues Apology After False "King Charles III Passed Away" Announcement

The station manager explained that a computer malfunction set off the procedure "which all UK stations hold in readiness while hoping not to require."

UK Radio Station Issues Apology After False "King Charles III Passed Away" Announcement
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21 May 2026

Who Is Gabriela Gonzalez? Social Media Influencer Arrested In Murder-For-Hire Plot

Social media influencer Gabbie Gonzalez and her father are booked over an alleged murder-for-hire scheme.

Who Is Gabriela Gonzalez? Social Media Influencer Arrested In Murder-For-Hire Plot
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21 May 2026

26 Years Later, Putin Meets Chinese Engineer He Once Met At Beijing Park

The meeting took place at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, where Putin stayed during his two-day visit to China.

26 Years Later, Putin Meets Chinese Engineer He Once Met At Beijing Park