MAY 27. 2026

Trump Accuses Iran of Stalling Peace Talks

At the same time, the White House is optimistic that a deal to end the war is in reach.

Trump Is Making NATO Stronger, Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Says

He also said NATO allies should “take their part” in the Iran war.

Sunrise Movement Backs Saikat Chakrabarti, Progressive Firebrand Behind the Green New Deal

The former AOC staffer is known for provoking the political establishment. Sunrise argues he’s needed in Congress to take on Trump.

Rubio’s Visit Won’t Assuage India

Repairing Trump’s damage to bilateral ties will require more than a charm offensive.

China Needs North Korea on Side

A Xi visit to Pyongyang is likely soon, after a seven-year gap.

Pope Leo XIV: AI Wealth Must Be Universally Shared

His “Magnifica Humanitas” encyclical calls AI innovation to account.

Austerity Erodes The Governments That Impose It

Austerity packages reduce approval, drive protests, and raise the odds of a government crisis — especially in downturns.

Inside the Struggle to Build an Iranian Opposition

A new group is trying to create what its predecessors could not: an effective democratic force for Iran.

Why Are Fish So Gay?

A conversation about finding community in the aquatic

Trump’s War on ISIS Is Failing, No Matter How Gorka Spins It

Despite rising terror attacks in Somalia, Trump counter-terror czar Sebastian Gorka is taking a victory lap.

U. S. Lawmakers Demand Reforms to Immigration Officers’ Use of Tear Gas and Pepper Spray

A ProPublica investigation found that scores of children were hurt by these chemicals during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Lawmakers say the findings show more restrictions are needed.

On AI, It’s the Pope vs. Trump

The Vatican has made a frontal challenge to the Trump administration’s approach to technology.

Nike’s recycled World Cup uniforms reveal the limits of ‘circular’ fashion

Will chemical recycling revolutionize the fashion industry, or is it just “an excuse to keep producing plastic clothes”?

Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas

The Trump administration’s aggression in the Americas has resulted in cartels fragmenting and embracing new strategies.

Pig suffering given a platform

Three million commuters have seen hard-hitting “project pig” adverts displayed across 19 central London stations by Animal Justice Project.

Indonesia’s Dive Into Economic Nationalism

A messy rollout looks set to disrupt global commodity markets.

How is the UK doing since quitting the EU?

Just 52% of the UK population voted to leave the EU in 2016. Nine years later, only 31% thought it was the right decision, according to a YouGov surve

Can't find love? AI startups hope so

While online dating is one of the most popular ways to find your other half, many describe the experience as endless swiping, repetitive conversations

MAY 26. 2026

Trump Is Treating Taiwan Like Collateral

The pause of a $14 billion arms package raises concerns about U. S. support for Taipei.

U. S. Launches ‘Self-Defense’ Strikes on Iran

Still, Washington insists that it is committed to peace talks with Tehran.