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Democrats and Republicans think control of Congress runs through Iowa
Elections Democrats and Republicans think control of Congress runs through Iowa May 31, 20267:00 AM ET Stephen Fowler Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz speaks at the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition's Spring Kickoff event May 1, 2026. Stephen Fowler | NPR hide caption toggle caption Stephen Fowler | NPR CLIVE, Iowa — There's very little Democrats and Republicans seem to agree on these days, but Iowa's importance to their political futures is one exception. Tuesday's primary elections will kick off...
U.S. faces foreign crises with a hollowed out diplomatic corps
National SecurityDiplomacy in declineRoughly 2,000 U.S. diplomats have been laid off or forced to retire, taking with them decades of institutional knowledge, crisis response experience and highly specialized language skills.Dozens of senior career foreign service officers have left the State Department since Trump took office.Justine Goode / NBC News; Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 31, 2026, 7:00 AM EDTBy Abigail WilliamsKelly Adams-Smith dedicated her life to the U.S. Foreign Servi...
Applicants For Trump’s $1.8B Fund Include Proud Boys Leader, J6 Rioters And George Santos
BreakingBusinessApplicants For Trump’s $1.8B Fund Include Proud Boys Leader, J6 Rioters And George SantosBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorMay 31, 2026, 07:00am EDTToplineThis growing list captures the controversial allies of President Donald Trump saying they’ll apply for payments from his so-called $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund—even as it faces criticism, and court challenges, calling it an unlawful move by Trump to seek a pay...
WATCH: Chris Philp unveils Conservative Party plans for benefits 'ration cards' for criminals
The Conservative Party would introduce payment cards for convicted criminals to prevent money paid out in state benefits from being spent on gambling, alcohol or cigarettes.Explaining the policy, Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp told The Camilla Tominey Show on GB News: “This is part of our wider plans to reduce benefit spending, including by preventing all foreign citizens from receiving any benefits.“This particular announcement today relates to criminals, criminals with community sentences o...
'We stand united': Abhishek on Rahul's support after attack, vows to continue the fight against BJP
NEW DELHI: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday thanked leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for extending support after he was attacked by a mob in West Bengal's Sonarpur.
Labour triumphs in Malta election, preliminary results show
Labour Party secures historic fourth term in Malta amid geopolitical and economic instability concerns.
BJP Core Group Meet At PM Modi's Residence Today, Rajya Sabha Polls On Agenda
Senior Union ministers including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, party president Nitin Nabin and party's top brass are set to gather at PM Modi's residence.
Chinese Missile Likely Downed US F-15 Fighter Jet In Iran: Report
US officials said the equipment could have improved Iran’s ability to track advanced fighter jets like the US F-15E Strike Eagle.
Israel captures a key Lebanon site, crossing Litani River in deepest incursion in 26 years
Middle East ConflictIsrael captures a key Lebanon site, crossing Litani River in deepest incursion in 26 yearsThe crossing of the Litani River and capture of Beaufort Ridge mark a major escalation in the current conflict.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleFamily finds home destroyed after Israeli strike on southern Lebanon01:02Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 31, 2026, 6:39 AM EDTBy Freddie ClaytonIsraeli forces have crossed the Litani Rive...
IAEA issues Ukraine nuclear plant warning after Russia alleges Zaporizhzhia attack
The chief of the IAEA on Sunday expressed "serious concern" after Moscow accused Ukrainian forces of launching a drone attack on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Full transcript: Cindy McCain on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with Cindy McCain, executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 24, 2026.
'Yet another propaganda ploy': Kyiv denies Russian claim of drone strike on nuclear plant
Ukraine on Sunday rejected Russian claims that it had carried out a drone strike on the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, as both sides exchanged accusations following fresh attacks amid the ongoing war.
Tories to ban criminals from blowing benefits on booze and cigarettes
Tories to ban criminals from blowing benefits on booze and cigarettesThe Conservatives have announced plans to ban criminals on licence from spending benefits on alcohol and cigarettes in a new welfare crackdown. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Aaron Newbury, Political Correspondent 11:24, Sun, May 31, 2026 Updated: 11:24, Sun, May 31, 2026 Philp announces criminal benefits ban (Image: Gett...
Israel Captures Strategic Castle In Lebanon In Deepest Incursion Since 26 Years
The capture of Beaufort castle near the city of Nabatiyeh came after days of intense fighting and airstrikes in nearby villages where Israeli troops fought Hezbollah members in the rugged area.
Britain fears Ireland becoming 'back door' for Russian spies due to generous visa programme
Whitehall officials have expressed fears Ireland may be functioning as a gateway for Russian intelligence operatives seeking access to the UK.Barry Andrews, a Dublin MEP and former children's minister, revealed UK authorities had expressed concern about the volume of visas Dublin has issued to Russian nationals."Ireland doesn't have the most sophisticated intelligence services compared to the UK," the Fianna Fáil politician said."The UK is worried that Ireland is a back door. People come to Irel...
Ukrainian drone attacks hit multiple Russian targets, including refinery
Saratov refinery hit as Ukrainian strikes intensify across Russian regions, damaging civilian infrastructure.
Anti-cartel hardliner channels Trump in bid to end Colombia's leftist era in pivotal election
A hardline, law-and-order candidate who promises to dismantle drug cartels and reset Colombia’s security doctrine is gaining traction with voters as Colombians vote in Sunday's presidential election.As the world’s largest cocaine producer and a long-standing U.S. security partner, Colombia’s internal policies directly affect narcotics flows, migration dynamics and regional stability.Analysts believe a shift in Bogotá’s leadership could reshape cooperation with Washington on drug interdiction, in...
How Maine’s lobster revolt could cost Trump the Senate
Soaring prices as a result of tariffs and fuel prices leave fishermen and farmers rethinking support for US president ahead of midterms
Israel captures Lebanon's medieval Beaufort Castle in 'deepest incursion in 26 years'
Israel’s flag flew over the medieval fortress on Beaufort in Lebanon on Friday as it warned Lebanese civilians to evacuate a large area of the south of the country ahead of stepped-up ground operations. The Associated Press noted that Israel’s capture of the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon was Israel’s deepest incursion into the country in 26 years. Shelling was audible and smoke rose from the surrounding area as the invading army’s banner was seen by AFP...
Sturgeon 'will not apologise for the crimes' of former husband
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, Sturgeon said: "I am not responsible for the crimes that my former husband committed and I'm not going to apologise for somebody else's crimes".