Stories from United States

Democrats have vowed to fight a proposed $1 billion Senate security funding measure specifically for the White House ballroom. The proposal was mentioned in relation to a Chicago Tribune article.

Satya Nadella is scheduled to testify in the trial involving Elon Musk and Sam Altman. The trial is reportedly entering its final phase. Nadella's testimony is expected on Monday. The trial is taking place in Washington D.C. The trial concerns figures in the technology industry.

As part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Mamdani administration is closing streets outside 50 New York City schools for 'Soccer Streets' events. The Department of Transportation is involved in the initiative.

Kate Farms protein shakes have been reviewed and found to be acceptable, though described as somewhat unexciting. The plant-based shakes offer a functional option for consumers.

Chinese-manufactured cars are currently facing import restrictions in the United States. Legislation has been proposed that would ban Chinese cars in the U.S.

A whale carcass weighing approximately 40 tons has washed ashore in Washington state. The discovery was reported by multiple sources, including ABC Radio Sydney and MCOT FM 100.5 News.

The popular online word game Wordle is being adapted into a primetime television game show on NBC. The show will feature Savannah Guthrie and Jimmy Fallon.

Satya Nadella is scheduled to testify in the trial involving Elon Musk and Sam Altman.

A temporary restriction is in place at Cape Canaveral/Kennedy Space Center, Florida, for space launch activities. The restriction is scheduled from Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, at 22:56 UTC to 23:56 UTC, covering altitudes from the surface up to space.

Natalie Orpett spoke with Scott Anderson on Lawfar Daily about the War Powers Resolution. They discussed its implications for the administration's conduct regarding the Iran War.