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Tennessee Democrat ends re-election bid after map redrawing carves up his district
New map reshapes representative Steve Cohen’s majority-Black Memphis district and gives Republicans an advantageDemocratic representative Steve Cohen of Tennessee on Friday announced that he is ending his bid for re-election, his career upended by the redistricting battles that are sweeping the country after last month’s supreme court decision.Republicans in Tennessee this month enacted a new US House map that carves up Cohen’s majority-Black district, reshaping it to the GOP’s advantage as part...
SNP and Greens block awarding major honour to Scots army regiment
SNP and Scottish Green councillors have voted to block a motion granting the Freedom of Glasgow to the Royal Regiment of Scotland, marking the regiment's 20th anniversary.The proposal, brought forward by Glasgow City Council Labour councillor James Adams, sought to honour the regiment's service and sacrifice while recognising the city's historic ties to the Armed Forces.Rooted in medieval tradition, Freedom of the City is the highest civic honour, awarded by councils to individuals or military u...
From Blair to Burnham, jogging as political metaphor has just run and run
The mayor of Greater Manchester is the latest in a long line of politicians to try to show he’s on the right track … etcPoliticians, as we know, love a metaphor. But do they have to be so literal? No sooner had the Greater Manchester mayor, Andy Burnham, announced that he wanted to run for parliament than … Look! Out he popped from his house on Friday morning in jogging gear, because he’s full of energy and on the right track and hitting the ground running and … oh, do keep up.What is it that pe...
Expert who wrote about "Thucydides trap" on Xi Jinping warning to Trump about U.S. and China
Political scientist and Harvard University professor Graham Allison joined CBS News with more on his research about the "Thucydides trap," which Chinese President Xi Jinping apparently mentioned to President Trump during their summit in China.
Trump leaves China with no agreement on thorny issues, but cites ‘very good’ talks with Xi
Trump tariffsTrump leaves China with no agreement on thorny issues, but cites ‘very good’ talks with XiPresident Donald Trump said he’s hopeful for an even “stronger” relationship with China after meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing, though no decisions were made on Iran, tariffs or Taiwan.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on Thursday.Brendan Smialowski / AFP via Getty ImagesShareAdd NB...
Court fight over Ron DeSantis’ new congressional map kicks off in Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ attempt to do away with anti-gerrymandering provisions in the state constitution had its first day in court Friday, as opposing attorneys pushed a Tallahassee judge to put a temporary hold on new congressional lines that created four additional GOP-leaning seats.
Tennessee Democrat Steve Cohen to retire in aftermath of redistricting
Rep. Steve Cohen, a longtime Tennessee Democrat, announced Friday he will retire at the end of the term, after his Memphis district was carved up in redistricting.
Transgender college student stabbed over 40 times: Court documents
The transgender University of Washington student who was killed in her student housing building suffered over 40 stab wounds.
Rep. Chuck Edwards faces sexual harassment allegations probe
The House Committee on Ethics is investigating North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards after sexual harassment allegations emerged against him. CBS News
Conditions worsen in Cuba as CIA chief visits island, Raúl Castro faces likely indictment
Cuba is experiencing growing unrest as the U.S. weighs next steps for the island. William LeoGrande, a professor at American University, joins CBS News with more insight.
Trump returns home to Washington mauling after China flex
The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump is heading back from his high-stakes Beijing summit facing a storm of criticism at home that he effectively conceded geopolitical ground to a rising China, even as he touted commercial agreements and claimed he had stood firm on Taiwan.
Trump’s IRS Lawsuit Could Be Invalid—Here’s Why He Could Still Get $1.7 Billion Anyway
BreakingBusinessTrump’s IRS Lawsuit Could Be Invalid—Here’s Why He Could Still Get $1.7 Billion AnywayByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorMay 15, 2026, 01:01pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplinePresident Donald Trump is reportedly poised to settle his lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over his leaked tax returns and...
Boeing Gets China Deal at Trump’s Visit, With Many Questions
Boeing Co. appears to have secured its long-awaited order from China during US President Donald Trump’s visit to the country, but whatever accord was reached remained nebulous on numbers, aircraft type and a sense of timing. Sid Philip, Bloomberg Chief Correspondent for Global Aviation, discusses the lack of context around the agreement as well as Trump's pronouncement that Beijing might dramatically expand its initial commitment. (Source: Bloomberg)
The Guardian view on Trump in Beijing: the US and China are playing the waiting game | Editorial
The president’s meeting with Xi Jinping was superficially cordial, extending a truce borne of necessity“American strength back on the world stage,” crowed the White House social media post: a curious remark, when the attached video showed the stars and stripes fluttering beneath a long row of Chinese flags, and People’s Liberation Army soldiers marching in unison.This week’s visit to Beijing offered the kind of style that Donald Trump enjoys – parading troops, a banquet and a polite if not marke...
Record! Pakistan captain Fatima Sana hits fastest fifty in WT20I history
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana created a new record on Friday after scoring the fastest half-century in Women’s T20 Internationals during Pakistan’s match against Zimbabwe at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.
Zack Polanski told not to challenge Andy Burnham's No10 plot amid ‘dire Reform threat’
Zack Polanski has been urged not to field a Green Party candidate in Makerfield if Andy Burnham is selected to contest the Greater Manchester seat in a by-election.Caroline Lucas, who sat as the Green Party's only MP from 2010 to 2024, suggested Mr Burnham was an ally of the Green Party's cause and issued a warning about the "dire threat" posed by Reform UK.She said: “There are times when it’s more important to put country before party."This is one of them. Burnham’s longstanding commitment to a...
5 highlights from the Trump-Xi summit in China
President Trump wrapped up his trip to China, where he met with President Xi Jinping and discussed Iran, Taiwan, and potential trade deals. CBS News' Olivia Gazis breaks down the top highlights from the historic summit.
Lawmakers concerned about reduced flight attendant staffing, evacuation timing
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin are calling on the Federal Aviation Administration for more answers on airplane evacuation testing and the impact of the reduced number of flight attendants on some long-haul widebody flights. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Andy Burnham is allowed to run in Makerfield
Andy Burnham has been granted permission to stand for selection as Labour’s candidate in the forthcoming Makerfield by-election. Applications for selection opened today (15 May), with a shortlist expected to be drawn up by midday on Monday (18 May). Because Burnham is Manchester mayor, he needed approval from the officers’ group of Labour’s ruling National Executive Committee (NEC). He announced his intention to run in a post on X yesterday. If he is elected, he will be required to resign from h...
Questions over Farage’s houses and £5m gift renew scrutiny of finances
Property portfolio in spotlight as Reform UK leader faces official inquiry over money accepted from billionaireA week ago, Nigel Farage was toasting Reform UK’s successes in the May elections, and bragging about his prospects of becoming prime minister.But there is a saying about a week in politics – and it has been a long seven days for the party leader, who is now facing questions over a £5m gift and his extensive property portfolio. Continue reading...