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An explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, China, killed at least 21 people and injured 61 on Monday, prompting a massive rescue effort and an investigation ordered by President Xi Jinping. The incident highlights ongoing safety challenges in China's fireworks industry, a key economic sector in Hunan province.
Jon Stewart criticized President Trump's avoidance of congressional approval for military actions against Iran in a Monday monologue, highlighting the War Powers Resolution and urging media accountability. The segment drew on Trump's Friday Florida speech and broader democratic concerns, amid divided public and expert opinions.
CBS has canceled the drama Watson after two seasons, wrapping up on May 3 amid network-wide changes that favored renewals for shows like Marshals and CIA. The series, starring Morris Chestnut, blended Sherlock Holmes lore with medical procedurals but saw viewership dips, while CBS eyes new projects for future seasons.
WNBA star Paige Bueckers made a striking debut at the 2026 Met Gala in a custom Coach suit featuring graffiti art and beading, personalized with her jersey number five. The athlete and her stylist discussed the outfit's artistic ties to basketball, amid a star-studded event co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour.
A U.S. Secret Service officer, John Spillman, was arrested for indecent exposure in Miami after working security for President Trump's golf event at Trump National Doral. The agency placed him on administrative leave amid an internal investigation, highlighting contrasts to expected professionalism.
Vancouver's Kitsilano Pool is set to reopen by mid-June after maintenance, but its long-term future is uncertain with three proposed options ranging from $40 million in protections to a $230-300 million full replacement. City officials highlight trade-offs in cost, resilience, and priorities as they await park board and funding decisions.
The 2026 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art featured celebrities showcasing sustainable fashion on a green and white carpet under the theme 'Fashion in Flux: Sustainability and Spectacle,' raising millions for the Costume Institute. Highlights included eco-conscious looks from stars like Zendaya and Rihanna, alongside protests and discussions on industry ethics.
Residents of Crown Villa mobile home park in Vernon, B.C., are enduring a fourth week without power due to safety violations, as rising temperatures threaten their health. Property owner Carol Goldstone seeks a buyer for costly upgrades, while affected families like Lisa Cantafio-Anderson's plead for resolution amid makeshift living conditions.
Economist Peter Schiff warns that U.S. 30-year Treasury yields could rapidly climb to 6 percent or more, potentially triggering an economic crisis amid record $39 trillion national debt and Middle East tensions. His predictions highlight accelerating borrowing costs and geopolitical risks, though other experts offer more tempered views on economic resilience.
Saskatchewan airlines are grappling with skyrocketing jet fuel prices triggered by the Middle East war involving Iran, leading to higher fees, route suspensions, and absorbed costs for essential services. Operators like Rise Air and STARS Air Ambulance are adapting while reassuring continued access, amid ongoing global uncertainty.
British pubs are closing at a rate of nearly two per day in early 2026, with 161 shutdowns in the first quarter according to the British Beer and Pub Association. Economic pressures, rising costs, and policy challenges threaten the sector's future, prompting calls for government support.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has proposed a $56 billion acquisition of eBay to challenge Amazon's dominance in e-commerce, according to an NBC News report. The move could transform both companies but faces regulatory and integration challenges.
A new study highlights how lived experience leaders are influencing policy and systems by drawing on personal expertise in areas like homelessness and family violence, despite facing tokenism and emotional tolls. The research, based on interviews with ten diverse leaders, calls for institutions to share power genuinely to realize the potential of these roles.
Jane Caro's essay 'Rich Kid, Poor Kid' exposes Australia's unequal school funding system that favors private schools, tracing its history and calling for reforms to prioritize public education. As the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement begins, advocates urge addressing persistent disparities to reduce segregation and boost equity.
A nutritionist explains how decision fatigue impacts healthy eating by depleting mental energy, leading to poorer food choices amid daily stresses. Practical strategies like meal planning and reframing choices can mitigate these effects, promoting better health outcomes.
The Supreme Court on May 4 accelerated the implementation of its ruling invalidating Louisiana's congressional map, allowing Republicans to redraw districts that could gain them seats before the November election. The decision, opposed by Black voters fearing lost representation, has sparked legal challenges and highlighted tensions over Voting Rights Act protections.
Apple's upcoming WatchOS 27 is rumored to feature a simplified Modular Ultra watch face for standard models, making premium designs more accessible, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The update coincides with WWDC 2026 preparations and includes a new Pride Luminance face in an interim release.
Surfshark VPN has launched a native app for Amazon's Vega OS on Fire TV devices, restoring VPN functionality lost after the October 2025 transition from Fire OS. The update supports core features like WireGuard protocol and joins efforts by NordVPN and IPVanish to rebuild the app ecosystem.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their year-long lawsuit over alleged misconduct during the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' averting a May trial and concluding a saga of harassment claims and counter-accusations. The agreement, announced by Baldoni's production company, highlights ongoing Hollywood tensions around workplace safety, with the film having grossed over $351 million despite the drama.
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro of Jersey Shore shared Instagram posts about depression and mental health awareness following a concerning viral interview video. Fellow cast member Mike Sorrentino offered public support while maintaining boundaries around his own sobriety journey.
