Policy & Law

Energy Secretary Says Strait of Hormuz Will Reopen This Summer at Latest

Wright projects deal with Iran possible in next few days but warns military option remains on table if negotiations fail.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Fidelity Investments Agrees to $2.5M Settlement Over 2024 Data Breach Affecting 77,000 Customers

Customers affected by the breach may be eligible for payouts up to $5,000 in documented losses or a $100 base payment under the class action settlement.

By Diane Park · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

US Charges Iraqi Man With Plots to Target Jews in Cities From London to Los Angeles

Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, a Kataib Hezbollah commander, faces six terrorism counts and is accused of orchestrating attacks on Jewish institutions across North America and Europe.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Supreme Court Is Death Knell for Virginia's Democratic-Friendly Congressional Maps

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to intervene Friday, leaving in place a state court ruling that voided voter-approved maps that would have netted Democrats four additional House seats.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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US Charges Iraqi Militia Commander With Terrorism Offenses, Alleges Plot Against New York Synagogue

Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi faces six counts including conspiracy to bomb a place of public use; his attorney says the case is a 'political prosecution.'

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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NBC News Features Segment on Chinese Young Adults' Views Toward America

Aired segment features interviews with young people in China discussing their perspectives on the United States, though no transcript or detailed quotes were included in available source materials.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Harvey Weinstein's Third New York Rape Trial Ends in Mistrial as Jury Remains Deadlocked

The 7-man, 5-woman jury split 9-3 against conviction on the third-degree rape charge involving Jessica Mann; Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg signals review of next steps.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Waymo Driverless Cars Found Circling Atlanta Cul-de-Sac in Routing Glitch

Multiple empty autonomous vehicles were spotted navigating a suburban neighborhood overnight, raising questions about AI routing systems and municipal oversight.

By Diane Park · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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DOJ Requests 1,500 More National Guard Troops for Planned DC 'Summer Surge'

The additional troops would bring the total National Guard presence in Washington to 5,000 ahead of America's 250th birthday celebrations.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Judge Declares Another Mistrial in Harvey Weinstein New York Rape Case

The deadlocked jury marks the third time a New York court has failed to reach a verdict against the 74-year-old former film mogul, who remains imprisoned on separate charges.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read