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Microsoft retires Teams’ Together Mode to improve video performance
Microsoft is retiring Teams’ Together Mode this month to focus on video quality and reduce complexity.
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Dennis Locorriere, Dr. Hook Co-Frontman, Dies at 76
Dennis Locorriere, guitarist and singer for Dr. Hook, died May 16 after a long battle with kidney disease.
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About 15,000 gather in Washington DC for 9-hour prayer rally marking US 250th anniversary
Thousands attended the Rededicate 250 prayer rally on the National Mall on May 17, promoting a Christian-focused rededication of America.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Tops 2026 Box Office and Launches Digital Release
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie became 2026’s highest-grossing film, nearing $1 billion globally and debuting on digital platforms.
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Syrian President al-Sharaa and US President Trump discuss lifting US sanctions on Syria
On May 31, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump held a phone call on US sanctions and Syria's economy.
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United Airlines flight returns to Newark due to security threat from Bluetooth device name
A United Airlines flight from Newark to Spain turned back Saturday after a security concern linked to a Bluetooth device's name prompted evacuation and inspection.
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Cats Lock Mac app prevents accidental keyboard inputs from cats
Indie developer Todd Alexander launched Cats Lock, a macOS app that blocks accidental cat keyboard inputs, on the Mac App Store this weekend.
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Eli Manning explains why he refused to play for 2004 No. 1 pick Chargers
Eli Manning revealed he declined to play for the San Diego Chargers after witnessing internal discord during his pre-draft visit in 2004.
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Bus driver charged after Virginia crash kills five, injures over 40
A bus driver was charged with involuntary manslaughter after a crash in Virginia killed five people and injured more than 40 others on Friday.
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SpaceX to Launch Record $75-80 Billion IPO on June 12, 2026, Valued at $1.75 Trillion
SpaceX will begin its historic IPO on June 12, aiming to raise up to $80 billion with a valuation near $1.75 trillion.
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Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Possible Renewal of Military Action Against Iran
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call Sunday on resuming military conflict with Iran.
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CAR T cell therapy advances in trials for autoimmune diseases and HIV treatment
CAR T cell therapy shows promise in clinical trials for multiple autoimmune diseases and HIV, with early successes reported in both fields.
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New Clathrate Crystal Found in Trinitite from 1945 Trinity Nuclear Test
Researchers identified a novel clathrate crystal inside trinitite, glass formed by the first atomic bomb test’s extreme conditions.
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Gucci stages second Cruise runway show in Times Square under Demna's direction
Gucci held its second Cruise runway show on May 16, 2026, in New York’s Times Square under creative director Demna.
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Trump Threatens to Withdraw Endorsement of Boebert Over Support for Thomas Massie
President Trump threatened to withdraw his endorsement of Rep. Lauren Boebert for backing Rep. Thomas Massie.
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Czech Republic likely to miss NATO 2% defense spending target in 2026
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis said the country will probably miss NATO's 2026 2% GDP defense spending goal but pledged effort despite budget issues.
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Tom Barrack Steps Down as US Special Envoy to Syria but Gains Expanded Regional Role
Tom Barrack’s mandate as US Special Envoy to Syria expired late May 2026; he retains roles as Ambassador to Turkey and envoy to Syria and Iraq.
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SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic IPOs Expected to Spark $70 Billion AI Supply Chain Spending
SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic plan US IPOs that could raise $70 billion, driving investor bets on Asian AI hardware and component suppliers.
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US chip stocks surge 69% in two months amid AI boom and bubble concerns
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 69% in two months as chip stocks lead S&P 500, fueling debate over an AI-driven market bubble.
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Australia to receive three used Virginia-class nuclear submarines under revised AUKUS deal
Australia will receive three used Virginia-class nuclear submarines from the US within 15 years under a streamlined AUKUS agreement announced in May 2026.
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Kelly Curtis, actress and sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, dies at 69
Kelly Curtis, actress and eldest daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, died peacefully at home at age 69 on May 31, 2026.
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US defender Chris Richards’ World Cup fitness uncertain after ankle injury
Chris Richards missed a US pre-World Cup friendly as he continues rehab from a May ankle injury, leaving his World Cup status unclear.
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Trump calls to cancel US 250th Independence music festival amid artist withdrawals
President Trump urged canceling the US 250th birthday music festival after five artists withdrew and floated holding a MAGA rally instead.
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US, UK, and Australia to jointly develop advanced unmanned undersea vehicles under AUKUS
The US, UK, and Australia announced a joint project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles and related technologies at the 2026 Shangri-La Dialogue.