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Stephen Colbert and David Letterman Toss Items Off Ed Sullivan Theater Roof Before Late Show Ends
David Letterman joined Stephen Colbert on May 14 to throw furniture and other items off the Ed Sullivan Theater roof ahead of The Late Show’s May 21 finale.
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At least five music acts quit Trump-backed Freedom 250 concert series
More than half of the announced Freedom 250 concert lineup quit after learning of its Trump ties.
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14-year-old Shrey Parikh wins 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee in spell-off
Shrey Parikh of California won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee after a 90-second tiebreaker against Ishaan Gupta on May 28 in Washington, D.C.
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Netflix's 'Swapped' breaks animated film viewing record, surpassing 'KPop Demon Hunters'
'Swapped' drew 38.7 million views globally in its first week on Netflix, breaking records set by 'KPop Demon Hunters' and 'Leo'.
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Vanessa Trump announces breast cancer diagnosis and surgery at 48
Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., revealed on May 20 that she was diagnosed with breast cancer and has had surgery this week.
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The Boys series finale 'Blood and Bone' ends with explosive showdown between Butcher and Homelander
The Boys series finale 'Blood and Bone' premiered on Amazon Prime May 20, featuring Butcher killing Homelander and sparking divided fan reactions.
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Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu premieres worldwide with mixed reviews and modest box office hopes
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu opened in theaters worldwide on May 21-22, 2026, to mixed reviews and uncertain box office prospects.
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Jackson Pollock's Number 7A sells for record $181.2 million at Christie's New York auction
Jackson Pollock's 1948 painting Number 7A sold for $181.2 million at Christie's on May 18, setting a new auction record for the artist.
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Sandy Fire burns over 1,300 acres near Simi Valley, forces 17,000+ evacuations
A wind-driven wildfire near Simi Valley, California, has scorched more than 1,300 acres and prompted evacuation orders for over 17,000 residents.
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61st Academy of Country Music Awards Held at MGM Grand in Las Vegas
The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards took place May 17 at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, hosted by Shania Twain and aired live on Prime Video.
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At least six Americans exposed to Ebola in DR Congo outbreak; one infected and evacuated
At least six Americans have been exposed to Ebola during the DR Congo outbreak; one developed symptoms and is being evacuated to Germany for treatment.
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Benedict Cumberbatch disputes cyclist's red-light claim in London row
Benedict Cumberbatch argued with a cyclist near King's Cross in London after the rider accused him of traffic violations.
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Swatch and Audemars Piguet launch Royal Pop modular pocket watch collection in Singapore and Malaysia
Swatch and Audemars Piguet launched the eight-piece Royal Pop modular pocket watch collection at boutiques in Singapore and Malaysia on May 16, 2026.
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UCF Graduates Boo Speaker Who Called AI 'The Next Industrial Revolution'
University of Central Florida graduates booed commencement speaker Gloria Caulfield after she called AI the next Industrial Revolution.
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Georgia wildfires destroy more than 120 homes as U.S. fire season starts early
Georgia fires have destroyed more than 120 homes as dry conditions raise wildfire risk across much of the U.S.
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Study finds zinc concentrated at scorpion stinger tips
Researchers found zinc, manganese and iron in scorpion stingers and pincers, with zinc packed at the tip of the stinger.
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Mother's Day 2026 gift guides offer diverse shopping ideas ahead of May 10
Two US articles published in May 2026 recommend gift ideas for Mother's Day on May 10.