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Vietnam President Visits Philippines to Boost Trade and Security

May 27, 2026

The Vietnamese leader, who also heads the Communist Party, is scheduled to arrive in Manila on May 31 and stay until June 1. During the two‑day visit, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will host him to talk about trade deals and ways to cooperate on maritime security. The Philippines h

politics

White House’s Social Media Skirmish Turns Into Public Humiliation

May 27, 2026

The White House tried to attack reporters for covering President Trump’s frequent naps, but the move backfired. The administration’s quick‑response account posted a dozen messages on X, calling journalists “sleeping” and sharing blurry photos of them blinking. The goal was to shut down coverage that

politics

Canada Cuts Travel from Ebola‑Hot Countries, Bahamas Follows Suit

May 27, 2026

Canada has decided to stop letting people from three African nations— the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan—enter its borders for 90 days. The move is meant to lower the chance that Ebola could spread into Canada, after the World Health Organization declared a “very high” risk

politics

Campus Safety in Question: New Legal Battle Over Protest Climate

May 27, 2026

The U. S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the University of California system, claiming that the campus environment became hostile toward Jewish and Israeli students after protests sparked by the October 7, 2023 conflict in Israel. The complaint alleges that the university showed d

politics

UCLA Faces New Federal Lawsuit Over Antisemitic Harassment Claims

May 27, 2026

The U. S. government has filed a fresh lawsuit against the University of California, Los Angeles, accusing the campus of ignoring antisemitic harassment faced by Jewish and Israeli students. The complaint follows a wave of protests after the Gaza conflict began in October 2023, during which pro‑Pale

entertainment

New Animal Adventure Delayed at Bluey’s Wild World

May 27, 2026

The popular animal exhibit at Bluey’s Wild World, known as Jumping Junction, has been postponed because the wildlife is still getting used to its new surroundings. This area replaces the former Affection Section at Conservation Station and brings a range of Australian creatures to visitors. Unlike

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Bold Films Shine at Cannes 2026

May 27, 2026

Cannes 2026 turned away from mainstream hits and spotlighted movies that push limits and spark discussion. A Romanian‑Norwegian story follows a family relocating to Norway, where parents face intense judgment about their kids. The lead, known for heroic roles, portrays a strict evangelical father

crypto

Crypto Firms Push Back on Senator Warren’s Challenge

May 27, 2026

The Digital Chamber, a leading crypto trade group, has urged the Treasury Department to support its recent decision to grant national trust bank charters to crypto companies. It asked the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to defend these approvals and keep working on clear rules for

crypto

Sun Promises Full Compliance After Exchange Faces UK Sanctions

May 27, 2026

Justin Sun, who sits on the advisory board of HTX Global, posted a short message on X. He said he is watching the situation closely and trusts that HTX will cooperate with UK authorities to resolve any concerns. Sun added that the company is committed to following all relevant laws and working wi

finance

Crypto Startups and Car Makers Want to Open Their Own Banks

May 27, 2026

In recent months, several firms that once challenged banks are now applying for bank licenses. They want to move from being payment or crypto services into full banking operations. The applicants include well‑known names such as PayPal and the buy‑now‑pay‑later company, along with the three major D