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Kyle Busch’s family says the NASCAR superstar died after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis
by Wayne Sterling on May 23, 2026 at 4:02 pm
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died from complications of severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, his family announced on Saturday.
US and Iran hint at progress toward a deal as mediators leave Tehran
by Alejandra Jaramillo,Tim Lister on May 23, 2026 at 3:40 pm
US and Iranian officials have suggested that they may be closer to reaching a framework agreement to end the war after mediators from Qatar and Pakistan held talks in Tehran.
Are there no conservatives as commencement speakers? Smerconish investigates
by TARA COUGHLIN on May 23, 2026 at 3:37 pm
How Closed Primaries Are Breaking American Politics
by TARA COUGHLIN on May 23, 2026 at 3:33 pm
‘Why are lobster rolls so expensive?’
by Deborah Brunswick on May 23, 2026 at 1:00 pm

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Moo’s Craft Barbecue brings Texas flavor to Los Angeles
by CBS News on May 23, 2026 at 4:46 pm
Summer movies worth rushing to the theater for
by CBS News on May 23, 2026 at 4:31 pm
Kyle Busch died after pneumonia progressed to sepsis, family says
on May 23, 2026 at 4:27 pm
Ryan Bingham reflects on his award-winning career
by CBS News on May 23, 2026 at 4:20 pm
Lamorne Morris steps into the Marvel universe
by CBS News on May 23, 2026 at 3:59 pm

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Trump’s Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants
on May 23, 2026 at 2:47 pm
The Department of Justice is acknowledging it’s removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot
This congressman’s family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today’s raids
on May 23, 2026 at 1:59 pm
Mark Takano can’t help but see the parallels in U.S. history
Airline miles may not go as far as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and summer fares
on May 23, 2026 at 4:58 am
Users of credit cards that accrue airline miles and points toward various travel perks are likely to find their balances won’t take them as far this summer
Republicans are rushing to redraw districts before midterms. Here’s where things stand
on May 23, 2026 at 4:58 am
Republicans are rushing to redraw congressional districts to their advantage after a U.S. Supreme Court decision weakened minority protections under the Voting Rights Act
Scott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he’s worth it
on May 23, 2026 at 4:58 am
Scott Remer is the country’s only full-time, professional coach for kids competing in the Scripps National Spelling Bee

Fox News

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake rocks Hawaii’s Big Island; Kilauea volcano likely to erupt again in days
on May 23, 2026 at 12:51 pm
The USGS reports a 6.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Hawaii’s Big Island Friday night near Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo amid ongoing Kilauea volcano monitoring.
UC Davis fraternity student’s 2001 death ruled a suicide after 29 stab wounds questioned in true crime podcast
on May 23, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Twenty-five years after UC Davis student Andrew Wieman was found dead with 29 stab wounds, a new podcast questions the official suicide ruling.
Key names to know as Murdaugh double-murder case gets stunning reset
on May 23, 2026 at 11:00 am
Alex Murdaugh faces a murder retrial after a court found clerk Becky Hill improperly influenced jurors. Here are the key names to know now.
Man found naked behind Burger King with amnesia may have concealed mysterious past for decades
on May 23, 2026 at 10:00 am
Filmmakers probe the mystery of Benjaman Kyle found unconscious behind a Georgia Burger King in 2004, raising questions about his missing 21-year gap.
Ohioans helping search for undocumented Revolutionary War soldiers as part of America 250 celebration
on May 23, 2026 at 9:50 am
Ohio’s State Preservation Office is trying to locate the graves of 7,000 Revolutionary War heroes before Memorial Day by using an app to document sites at cemeteries.

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U.S. and Iran officials signal progress in negotiations amid fragile ceasefire
by Alexandra Marquez on May 23, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Officials from the U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a deal to end the ongoing conflict, according to public statements from officials from both nations Saturday
U.S. and Iran officials signal progress in negotiations amid fragile ceasefire
by Alexandra Marquez on May 23, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Officials from the U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a deal to end the ongoing conflict, according to public statements from officials from both nations Saturday
From solar to charcoal, Cubans look for alternatives amid outages and fuel shortages
by Orlando Matos on May 23, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Some Cubans who’ve been able to buy solar panels say it’s a game changer, but most rely on other alternatives including charcoal, despite health concerns and the steep cost.
Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia, family says
by Marlene Lenthang on May 23, 2026 at 3:51 pm
NASCAR legend Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia, his family said Saturday
Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia, family says
by Marlene Lenthang on May 23, 2026 at 3:51 pm
NASCAR legend Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia, his family said Saturday

New York Post

Bobby Valentine, Lee Mazzilli share deep baseball memories with The Post before entering Mets Hall of Fame
by Steve Serby on May 23, 2026 at 7:12 pm
Amazin’ icons Bobby Valentine and Lee Mazzilli were Mets teammates in the late 1970s. Ahead of their Mets Hall of Fame inductions next week, the former roommates step to the plate for some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby.
Broadway battles for Tony Awards with boozy parties and celebs
by Johnny Oleksinski on May 23, 2026 at 7:08 pm
The claws and fangs and Schmigs were out this week as the race to the Tony Awards heated up.
Fire erupts at Russian oil terminal following Ukrainian drone attack, injuring 2 people: report
by Associated Press on May 23, 2026 at 7:04 pm
Russia’s Astra news outlet said Ukrainian drones struck the Sheskharis oil terminal and depot, the terminus for Russian state-controlled pipeline company Transneft’s main oil pipelines in the region.
Stephen Hawking’s dad reveals super genius was lazy kid who ‘didn’t study,’ lounged around too much: biography
by Jeanne Erickson on May 23, 2026 at 7:03 pm
In an upcoming biography of Stephen Hawking, author Graham Farmelo writes about Hawking’s upbringing and his parents, including dad Frank’s 1961 diary entry that said he was worried about his son’s future because he laid around the house and didn’t study much.
News of the World: What you missed this week internationally
by Angela Barbuti on May 23, 2026 at 7:02 pm
Thailand shortens the length of its tourist visa, Australia gives money to residents who plant trees, and more news from around the world.

New York Times

Garden Grove Chemical Tank Could Be Inching Toward Explosion, Authorities Say
by Chris Hippensteel on May 23, 2026 at 6:41 pm
Firefighters still have few options to prevent a tank of toxic chemicals in Garden Grove, Calif., from leaking or exploding.
Trump Administration Chips Away at Last Traces of Broad Inquiry Into Jan. 6
by Alan Feuer on May 23, 2026 at 6:26 pm
Two recent moves aligned the department ever more closely with President Trump’s own efforts to whitewash the events of that day.
A Lull in Fighting Gave Time to Bury Their Dead
by David Guttenfelder and Christina Goldbaum on May 23, 2026 at 6:21 pm
In the relative calm of the early days of a cease-fire, there were heart-rending scenes as people exhumed their loved ones from temporary graves and reburied them.
Iran and U.S. Officials Signal Progress as Cease-Fire Hangs in Balance
by Aaron Boxerman, Leily Nikounazar and Adam Rasgon on May 23, 2026 at 6:16 pm
As people across the Middle East braced for the possibility of renewed fighting, officials from both sides said there were signs that they were moving closer to an agreement.
Garden Grove Chemical Plant Crisis: What to Know and Evacuation Map
by Soumya Karlamangla and Pooja Salhotra on May 23, 2026 at 5:45 pm
Firefighters continue to cool a chemical storage tank with water to prevent it from breaching or exploding. Some 40,000 residents near the Orange County plant have been evacuated to shelters.

Gannett / Arizona Republic

Phoenix-area school leader won’t resign over Trump post
by azcentral.com on May 23, 2026 at 12:25 pm
Migrants face more hurdles with new Trump green card policy
by azcentral.com on May 23, 2026 at 12:25 pm
What is Donald Trump’s current approval rating? See the most recent polls
by Laura Daniella Sepulveda on May 23, 2026 at 12:02 pm
Presidential approval ratings show Americans’ views during each term. See what the latest polls rated Donald Trump and how it compares to past terms.
Trump attacks Colbert (literally) in stupid AI video
by Bill Goodykoontz on May 23, 2026 at 4:03 am
Donald Trump posted another AI-generated video, this time one in which he attacks the former “Late Show” host. Stephen Colbert. It’s crazy, and sad.
New Trump policy makes it harder for immigrants to get green cards
by , The Arizona Republic on May 23, 2026 at 2:22 am
Under the memo, immigrants applying for green cards will face extra scrutiny, and some may have to return to their home countries to apply.

Washington Post

Studying sports and disability, he laid the groundwork for the Special Olympics
by Harrison Smith on May 23, 2026 at 11:00 am
Frank Hayden, who has died at 96, saw sports as a gateway to opportunity for people with special needs.
An owl trapped in concrete got a painstaking feather transplant — then flew off
by Kyle Melnick on May 23, 2026 at 9:00 am
A rescued baby owl, once encased in concrete from a construction mixer, underwent an exacting feather transplant to restore his ability to fly silently.
Police ordered guns to be removed from mosque shooter’s home in 2025
by Annie Gowen, N. Kirkpatrick, John Woodrow Cox on May 22, 2026 at 10:47 pm
Authorities’ awareness of one of the gunman’s past behavior raises questions about whether the attack could have been thwarted.
Bone found by YouTuber searching for Nancy Guthrie was around 750 years old
by Daniel Wu on May 22, 2026 at 10:00 am
The bone is believed to have belonged to a member of the Hohokam people, an ancient group considered to be ancestors to modern Native Americans in Arizona.
Trump offered White South Africans a new life. Thousands took him up on it.
by Joanna Slater on May 22, 2026 at 10:00 am
America’s refugee program has undergone a radical transformation. Now nearly all those arriving under the program are White South Africans.

Charlie Kirk

Florida biologist awarded $485K after firing over Charlie Kirk post
May 22, 2026 by Finya Swai
Florida officials have reached a settlement in which they will pay $485,000 to a biologist fired from her state job over a social media post criticizing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk after h…
Florida biologist awarded $485K after firing over Charlie Kirk post (WEB)
May 22, 2026 by The Hill
Congress Witness Says Charlie Kirk's Claims Are Dangerous
May 22, 2026 by @DailySignal
House Judiciary Committee witness says before members of Congress that Charlie Kirk made “dangerous” statements before his death.
WA transit worker fired after calling Charlie Kirk a Nazi. Now she’s suing
May 22, 2026 by Annette Cary
She posted about conservative political activist Charlie Kirk on her personal Facebook page.
Florida biologist awarded $485K settlement after firing tied to Charlie Kirk death post
May 22, 2026 by Jason Gunn
The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death.
Payouts over Charlie Kirk posts: TN man awarded 835k, Florida biologist gets 485K settlement
May 22, 2026 by The Hill
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B.C. Conservative MP announces birth of grandson ‘Charlie Kirk Jansen’
May 22, 2026 by Jordan Fleguel
Tamara Jansen, the Conservative member of Parliament for Cloverdale-Langley City in B.C., announced the birth of her newest grandchild on social media, who appeared to be named after the late U.S. political commentator Charlie Kirk.
B.C. Conservative MP announces birth of grandson ‘Charlie Kirk Jansen’
May 22, 2026 by Jordan Fleguel
Tamara Jansen, the Conservative member of Parliament for Cloverdale-Langley City in B.C., announced the birth of her newest grandchild on social media, who appeared to be named after the late U.S. political commentator Charlie Kirk.
I was the last person to talk to Charlie Kirk. People blame me for what happened next
May 22, 2026 by Josie Ensor
Hunter Kozak debated the Turning Point founder seconds before he was shot dead. Eight months later, he still wonders: Should he have asked a different question?
U.S. states paying up to compensate people fired, jailed for negative Charlie Kirk posts
May 22, 2026 by CBC
The zeal of some Republican officials and activists to punish those who made disparaging comments about Charlie Kirk after his September killing is coming back to haunt them.
Hunter Biden raises eyebrows by supporting Candace Owens’ conspiracy theories
May 22, 2026 by Wonderwall.com Editors
Hunter Biden stunned listeners when he defended far-right podcaster Candace Owens’ right to ask questions about the assassination of her friend Charlie Kirk, Wonderwall. com can report.
TN man arrested for social media post about Charlie Kirk settles suit
May 22, 2026 by Angele Latham, Wochit
A Tennessee man who was arrested for a social media post about Charlie Kirk in September has settled his lawsuit, being awarded $835,000.
Florida biologist fired for Charlie Kirk comment gets $485k settlement
May 22, 2026 by , USA TODAY
The settlement with the former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission biologist is the latest payout over online posts about Charlie Kirk.
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post wins $485,000 settlement
May 22, 2026 by Guardian staff reporter
Biologist was fired by a state agency for criticizing Charlie Kirk on social media after his shooting death
Retired officer who was jailed over Charlie Kirk assassination post reaches settlement
May 22, 2026 by khou.com
The man reached an $835,000 settlement after he spent 37 days in jail over the social media post last fall.
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement
May 21, 2026 by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM — Associated Press
Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his death.
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement
May 21, 2026 by Hannah Schoenbaum The Associated Press
Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement
May 21, 2026 by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM – Associated Press
Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement
May 21, 2026 by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM
Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his death. The…
Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement
May 21, 2026 by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM – Associated Press
Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his

The Washinton Post (Trump Coverage)

Senate in gridlock as Republicans balk at ballroom security, Trump payout fund
by Jarrell Dillard,Theodoric Meyer on May 21, 2026 at 6:09 pm
After President Donald Trump moved against two Senate Republicans in primary elections, lawmakers are feeling more emboldened.

James Comey Jr. Indictment

Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Comey on DOJ anti-weaponization fund: ‘I’m guessing I’ll be in line’

Former FBI Director JamesComey said, “I’m guessing I’ll be in line” for the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Lawmakers expected to press Blanche on Comey indictment during Senate hearing

Fox News’ Chad Pergram reports the latest from Capitol Hill as Acting AG Todd Blanche is set to testify before lawmakers.
What’s the First Amendment Got to Do With It? James Comey’s Indictment for a Seashell ‘Threat’

The First Amendment imposes a two-prong test that the government must satisfy to obtain a conviction. In general, the First Amendment prohibits the government from punishing speech because of its content. Indeed, the U.S. Supreme Court has reiterated this bedrock principle time after time.
SHADES OF COMEY CASE: ACLU says Indiana man did not threaten state officials by posting ‘86’ on social media

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen May 19, 2026 The ACLU of Indiana has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent an investigator for Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office from taking “any adverse action” against a Monroe County man who posted “86” on the social-media pages of several state elected officials. On
Editorial — Bloomberg Opinion: The DOJ’s Comey indictment goes way too far

The following editorial is from Bloomberg Opinion:
Times Opinion: The DOJ’s Comey indictment goes way too far

For an administration that has been all too willing to weaponize the Department of Justice, the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey marks a new low.
‘There’s an obsession there,’ Comey says of Trump after 2nd indictment
Ellis Boyle’s Threat Prosecution Hobby

Ellis Boyle charged Jim Comey more harshly for his non-threat than he charged several other people charged in the same time frame for actually issuing real threats to Trump or his top aides.
Editorial: The DOJ’s Comey indictment goes way too far

Editorial written by Bloomberg Opinion Editorial Board For an administration that has been all too willing to weaponize the Department of Justice, the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey marks a new low. Comey’s purported crime came a year ago, when he posted a photograph on social media of seashells arranged as “86
Man faces NC federal indictment for Facebook threat against Trump

A federal grand jury has indicted a 32-year-old Wilmington man on a charge that he threatened President Trump in a Facebook post.
James Comey responds to indictment, Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies
James Comey responds to indictment, Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies

Indictment Is Revenge Media Says

Trump’s revenge tour falls flat in the courts
by Julianna Bragg on February 11, 2026 at 7:43 pm
Trump Is on Revenge Path Now That James Comey Case Has Fallen Apart
by Edith Olmsted on January 12, 2026 at 7:53 pm
Trump Is on Revenge Path Now That James Comey Case Has Fallen Apart
by Edith Olmsted on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
5 criminal cases that sum up the Trump administration’s corrupt and vindictive 2025
by Jordan Rubin on December 31, 2025 at 11:00 am
‘Egg on their face.’ Trump’s revenge prosecution failures embarrass DOJ
by , USA TODAY on December 12, 2025 at 6:00 am
Will Trump’s revenge campaign backfire?
by Byron York on December 5, 2025 at 9:52 pm
Court hears Maurene Comey was fired as retaliation against ex-FBI chief father
by Victoria Bekiempis on December 4, 2025 at 11:33 pm
Pam Bondi Plots Desperate New Bid to Save Trump Revenge Cases
by Ewan Palmer on December 2, 2025 at 1:48 pm
Trump’s Legal Setbacks Mount as Revenge Cases Falter in Court
by Md. Akash on November 27, 2025 at 8:04 am
Donald Trump’s revenge agenda is not going well
by The Economist on November 26, 2025 at 7:33 pm
Trump’s Comey Revenge, Reindictment Road Begins; Expired Statute, Trump DOJ’s Big Dilemma
by TIMESOFINDIA.COM on November 26, 2025 at 6:13 pm
Overruled: Trump’s loss on Comey and AG James means ‘0 and 3’ on revenge plots amid Epstein crashout
by Modern Ghana on November 25, 2025 at 12:00 pm

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