US awaiting response from Iran over proposals for ceasefire deal, says Rubio Diplomatic efforts continue despite fighting in and around contested strait of Hormuz in recent days The Guardian - UK · May 9
‘The FDA is a complete mess’: Trump makes fate of agency chief unclear as public trust plummets Food and Drug Administration commissioner’s decisions have hurt staff morale and put his job in crosshairs The Guardian - US · May 9
Who is Louis Mosley, the man tasked with defending Palantir against its critics? The company’s UK and Europe boss has become a lightning rod for the British public’s fear of a US tech takeover The Guardian - UK · May 9
Panicked Democrats scramble to offset back-to-back-to-back redistricting blows The party has absorbed three redistricting loss in 12 days. Axios · May 9
‘Everyone has a breaking point’: the immigration judges at the sharp end of Trump’s deportation drive Judges have been fired or taken buyouts, and those remaining say they toe the government line The Guardian - US · May 9
‘They have screwed each other pretty badly’: tensions emerge in Netanyahu-Trump alliance Israeli PM says he has ‘full coordination’ with US president amid reports that Washington no longer consults him The Guardian - UK · May 9
Middle East negotiations continue as US awaits Iranian response to latest peace proposal – as it happened Centcom says it has struck two tankers heading for Iran after Tehran warned Washington was violating fragile ceasefire; two days of ‘intensive talks’ between Israel and Lebanon slated as strikes continue in the region The Guardian - UK · May 9
US nears $400 million settlement with TikTok on child-privacy violations: ABC News US government is close to a $400 million deal with TikTok. This settlement addresses claims of child privacy breaches. The funds are reportedly for President Trump's beautification projects in Washington. The lawsuit alleged TikTok collected children's data without parental consent, violating privacy laws. The Economic Times · May 9
US Senate Committee set to consider long-awaited crypto bill next week US senators will consider the Clarity Act next week, a bill aiming to regulate cryptocurrency and end disputes between crypto firms and banks. The legislation would define digital assets and includes a compromise on stablecoin rewards, prohibiting interest on idle holdings while permitting rewards for payments. The Economic Times · May 9
US judge will not rubber-stamp Elon Musk settlement with SEC A federal judge is withholding approval of the SEC's $1.5 million settlement with Elon Musk over his delayed Twitter stock disclosure. Judge Sparkle Sooknanan requires more information on the settlement's fairness and the process of its negotiation before proceeding. The Economic Times · May 9
Virginia Democrats file motion asking for stay in map ruling as Trump touts ‘huge win’ for Republicans – as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · May 9
Trump news at a glance: Republicans dominating redistricting fight across several states before midterms President and his party celebrate as Democrats vow to fight Virginia court ruling barring state from enacting new voter-approved congressional maps – key US politics stories from 8 May 2026 at a glance The Guardian - US · May 9
Russia and Ukraine confirm three-day ceasefire from 9 May Both sides also confirm prisoner swap which Donald Trump announced along with suspension of all ‘kinetic activity’ on the battlefield The Guardian - UK · May 9
Orioles hold Tupac Skakur bobblehead promotion, and his sister throws out the ceremonial first pitch Fans lined up well before the gates opened at Camden Yards in anticipation of a Tupac Shakur bobblehead giveaway at the ballpark The Independent UK · May 8
The Texas Tribune · May 8 Big Bend border wall plans canceled for national park after backlash, Border Patrol commissioner says Texans across the political spectrum opposed wall construction in the national park. Now the agency’s plans include roadways and digital surveillance to monitor the rugged region.
Reason · May 8 Secret ICE Memo Tells Local Police Not To Disclose Immigration Enforcement Info Without ICE's Permission The agency's transparency policies may undermine federal and state laws designed to ensure the free flow of information necessary to hold government actors accountable.
Reason · May 8 AOC Hates Billionaires, Heritage Americans, and Ranking Christopher Nolan Movies Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi tear apart AOC's belief that billionaires don't earn their wealth.
The Economic Times · May 8 India between empires: A reality check India's rich history flourished through trade and collaboration rather than illusionary dominance. In the current geopolitical landscape, with tensions alongside China and the US, genuine independence hinges on nurturing economic, intellectual, and military strengths. Embracing our interconnected world is essential; dismissing it only feeds false narratives about our identity.
Reason · May 8 D.C. Circuit Seems Disinclined To Let Pete Hegseth Punish a Senator for His Speech The defense secretary argues that military retirees like Sen. Mark Kelly are not allowed to say things he unilaterally deems "prejudicial to good order and discipline."
Salon · May 8 We're drowning in euphemism Social media openly longs for the death of an individual who is hardly ever named
Whats Hot · May 8 Trump Administration Begins Releasing Long-Classified UFO Files The United States government has started releasing long-classified documents related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs, following a directive issued by President Donald Trump.
Salon · May 8 Not even Nixon would stoop so low Donald Trump's graphic display in front of children in the Oval Office should be the GOP's wake-up call
Reason · May 8 Just Don't Call It a War Plus: AOC says you can't earn a billion dollars, Mythos, hantavirus, and more...
Axios · May 8 What's behind Washington's AI safety pivot New signals of possible changes ahead of President Trump's trip to China next week.
The Economic Times · May 8 Trump wants to make H-1B workers more expensive for US employers A Trump administration proposal would significantly increase H-1B visa minimum salaries, requiring entry-level software engineers in San Francisco to earn $162,000 annually. This change aims to prevent foreign workers from undercutting American wages, potentially costing employers billions and shrinking opportunities for young talent.