NOAA says El Niño has begun in the tropical Pacific, with a 63% chance it becomes one of the strongest events recorded since 1950. Scientists warn it could intensify global heat and disrupt weather, food supplies and economies into 2027.
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Israeli strikes killed at least 16 people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, Lebanese state media reported, while the BBC reported a toll of 17. The UN said it will send investigators to assess possible violations of international law by all sides.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Cuba against acquiring weapons capable of reaching Guantánamo Bay or the U.S. mainland. Cuba has rejected reports about drone plans and accused Washington of creating pretexts for aggression.
Donald Trump walked out of an NBC Meet the Press interview after Kristen Welker challenged his claims that California’s primary elections and the 2020 presidential election were rigged. The interview also covered Iran, the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and a dropped $1.8 billion compensation proposal.
President Donald Trump endorses Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in the GOP Senate runoff, intensifying a high-stakes primary ahead of the May 26 vote. The endorsement challenges Cornyn's long Senate career and sets the stage for a contentious general election against Democrat James Talarico.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs Wednesday as investors remain optimistic despite ongoing Iran conflict and rising energy prices. Strong corporate earnings and expectations of de-escalation in the Middle East have fueled the rally.
A ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran has eased tensions but gas prices remain high amid uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz. Experts say any relief at the pump could take weeks and may reverse if the truce falters.
An American-born Israeli soldier, Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, was killed in combat in southern Lebanon amid ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, with details of his death undisclosed. The conflict, which has caused nearly 1,200 deaths in Lebanon and significant displacement of over one million people, has intensified as Israel expands its military campaign to establish a security zone along the border. Humanitarian concerns have been raised by the UN and aid organizations, urging a ceasefire to prevent further escalation and suffering.