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May 18, 2026
‘He made a mistake’: Trump welcomes Mark Cuban at healthcare event after billionaire previously backed Kamala Harris
Cuban, a past critic of Trump, joined the president for an event touting the discount prescription drug site TrumpRx
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May 18, 2026
Five arrested and nine more wanted after fight breaks out between adults at Tennessee school graduation
Authorities are still searching for nine additional people allegedly connected to the brawl
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Operation Sallus: Inside the Met police mission to protect victims of domestic violence
Exclusive: The Independent’s crime correspondent Amy-Clare Martin joined officers checking on victims of domestic abuse as part of new opera...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
More children are living in poverty despite both parents working, study shows
Around three-quarters of children in poverty in the UK live in working households, new research has found
The Independent
May 18, 2026
San Diego mosque shooting: Everything we know after three killed and two suspects dead
Police said the two suspects, age 17 and 19, were found dead with self-inflicted gunshot wounds near the mosque
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Brits received more US travel approvals than any other country at World Cup – despite rising costs of travel
US Customs and Border Protection said the UK accounted for more than 1.2 million Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (Esta) approvals...
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May 18, 2026
Timeline of Ebola outbreak as delayed response is blamed for growing cases and deaths
The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern
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May 18, 2026
Islamic Center shooting leaves three dead, slain guard stopped it from being ‘much worse’
Islamic Center shooting leaves three dead, slain guard stopped it from being ‘much worse’
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Iran shrugs as Trump continuously flip-flops between threats and extending peace talk deadlines
Iran has figured out that Trump’s bluster and swirl of social media threats doesn’t matter much so long as they control the Strait of Hormuz...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Vance says ‘stealing’ $1B from treasury is theft – on the same day Trump pledged to give $1.7B taxpayer cash to his allies
Critics accused the administration of ‘stealing’ from taxpayers by creating a ‘slush fund’ as Vance boasted about his anti-fraud efforts
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Alex Murdaugh sues court clerk whose actions led to his murder convictions being vacated
Murdaugh has denied killing his wife Maggie and younger son Paul since he found their bodies outside their home in 2021
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May 18, 2026
Jacob Elordi faces criticism for driving with foot injury that forced him to drop out of Cannes jury
The ‘Euphoria’ star was originally tapped as a member of the competition jury at the Cannes Film Festival.jpeg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800)
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May 18, 2026
Costco recalls patio furniture after reports of multiple injuries - as owners told to stop using ‘immediately’
There have been eight reports of the swing seat detaching and causing injuries
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May 18, 2026
David Beckham and King Charles admire new rose named in footballer’s honour at flower show
Sir David, sporting the white bloom in his buttonhole, celebrated its debut at the show
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May 18, 2026
Pizza Hut’s AI rollout has caused franchisee to lose $100 million, lawsuit says
Chaac Pizza Northeast has accused Pizza Hut of forcing the franchisee to use its AI-based delivery system that caused ‘cascading operational...
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May 18, 2026
Pete Hegseth gives Trump impersonation to bash Biden-era military policy and rally for MAGA candidate in Kentucky
Hegseth’s stop is the latest effort by Trump allies to take out Rep. Thomas Massie
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May 18, 2026
Trump cancels Iran attack after telling regime ‘clock is ticking’ to end the war
Trump cancels Iran attack after telling regime ‘clock is ticking’ to end the war
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May 18, 2026
James Bond star says she was ‘sad’ when franchise was sold to Amazon MGM
Next installment in the spy franchise will be helmed by ‘Dune’ director Denis Villeneuve
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May 18, 2026
San Diego police investigating active shooting reports at Islamic center: Latest updates
San Diego police said they got reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego just before noon
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May 18, 2026
Spencer Pratt fires back after reporter questions his Los Angeles residency
Spencer Pratt fires back after reporter questions his Los Angeles residency
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May 18, 2026
Antonio Banderas addresses claims he is at risk of financial ‘ruin’
The actor has reportedly been losing 2.5 million euros a year running a theater company in his hometown
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May 18, 2026
Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: ‘Active shooter’ reported at mosque
Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: ‘Active shooter’ reported at mosque
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May 18, 2026
Barnes & Noble CEO backs selling AI-written books in stores
The retail bookseller plans to open 60 more stores in the U.S. this year
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Georgia HOA locked in bitter battle over what to do with troublesome beavers: ‘I don’t like the idea of killing animals’
The HOA said it contacted over 10 wildlife trappers but none were willing to capture the pesky creatures
The Independent
May 18, 2026
‘Active shooter’ reported at San Diego Islamic center with police rushing to scene
‘Please avoid the area. Updates to follow,’ police said
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Though gas prices dropped by a cent last week experts warn another spike could be coming ahead of Memorial Day
Oil markets are sensitive to the ever-shifting geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, thus making gas prices volatile
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May 18, 2026
US doctor among newest cases of Ebola as deaths in Congo outbreak climb
US doctor among newest cases of Ebola as deaths in Congo outbreak climb
The Independent
May 18, 2026
‘Senseless’ lorry driver on video call when he caused death of man in standstill traffic
‘Senseless’ lorry driver on video call when he caused death of man in standstill traffic
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Pete Hegseth brought his ‘warrior’ ethos to Kentucky campaign stop. But don’t worry, it’s definitely not a legal issue
While opening with a disclaimer about not violating the Hatch Act, Pete Hegseth then did a very strange speech in favor of Trump’s MAGA cand...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
‘Savage’ former cop David Norman involved in four deadly shootings helped train immigration agents in firearms: report
‘I wanted those experiences. I was super aggressive,’ David Norman said of the police-involved shootings
The Independent
May 18, 2026
ICE officer charged over nonfatal shooting of man during Minnesota immigration crackdown
This is the second ICE agent to have been charged from the Minnesota immigration crackdown
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May 18, 2026
Burnham allies claim No 10 involved in plot to undermine parliament return
Burnham allies claim No 10 involved in plot to undermine parliament return
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Trump’s approval rating hits new record low
Trump’s approval rating hits new record low
The Independent
May 18, 2026
National Lottery Set For Life results on Monday 18 May
National Lottery Set For Life results on Monday 18 May
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May 18, 2026
Farage accused of ‘dodging scrutiny’ over funding of home purchase after gift from billionaire
Farage accused of ‘dodging scrutiny’ over funding of home purchase after gift from billionaire
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Trump sets up $1.7B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund to reward allies
Trump sets up $1.7B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund to reward allies
The Independent
May 18, 2026
A woman was found dead in a freezer at a Dallas home. Hours later the house was burned down
Police are investigating whether a suspicious fire that broke out at the property later that day is connected
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Drowned out: Wind makes life challenging for Pete Hegseth at military event
‘What the hell does he have in his hair? Not one piece is moving,’ wrote one commenter
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Downing Street accused of plot to derail Andy Burnham’s by-election hopes
Exclusive: Labour MPs are being briefed that Burnham could bring back Corbyn amid claims of a dirty tricks campaign to stop the Greater Manc...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Tuesday’s primary vote will help determine more than control of Congress. It can have a lasting impact on the nation
Races in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Georgia might determine control of the House, Senate - and maybe the future of the White House, Eric Gar...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
American doctor tests positive for Ebola as outbreak death toll rises
The Bundibugyo strain spread undetected for at least a few weeks, health experts and aid workers said
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Ebola travel restrictions: US issues 30-day travel ban in response to Ebola outbreak
Ebola travel restrictions: US issues 30-day travel ban in response to Ebola outbreak
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI is dismissed after unanimous jury verdict
Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI is dismissed after unanimous jury verdict
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Nigel Farage accounts ‘not consistent’ with claim he paid for £1.4 million house with I’m A Celebrity fee
Political opponents of the Reform UK leader have called for ‘transparency’, accusing him of ‘dodging scrutiny’ over a £5 million from Thai-b...
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Trump still has his eyes on Greenland, reports say
Trump still has his eyes on Greenland, reports say
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Elon Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI after high-stakes showdown with Sam Altman
Each side accused the other of being more interested in money than serving the public.jpg?trim=0,0,0,0&width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800)
The Independent
May 18, 2026
LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt loses it after journalist points out he lives in Santa Barbara
‘This is why you only have goblins running everything,’ said the former ‘The Hills’ star
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May 18, 2026
King Charles is set for another foreign state visit
King Charles is set for another foreign state visit
The Independent
May 18, 2026
Drake sets 2026 streaming record, almost doubling figures for Kendrick’s latest album
‘Iceman’ is the most streamed-album in a single day of 2026 so far
The Independent
May 18, 2026