What’s at stake for the people of Thitu Island as U.S. and Chinese leaders meet

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

As U.S. and Chinese leaders meet this week, the world is watching, and so are residents of Thitu Island in the disputed South China Sea, known in the Philippines as the West Philippine Sea. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source

A severe mouse plague puts Australian crops in danger

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

Australia’s grain farmers, already strained by war-driven shortages, now face a severe mouse plague that could devastate crops in a key growing region. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source

In Hormuz deadlock, U.S. and Iran refuse to back down

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

The U.S. and Iran remain deadlocked in the Strait of Hormuz, with no clear way forward. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source

Five countries boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel’s participation

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

Israel’s participation in the Eurovision song contest once again stirs controversy — and a walkout by five countries. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source

Greetings from Seville, where springtime means caracoles

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

Spring is snail season in Seville. Caracoles in southern Spain differ from the well-known French escargot — they’re smaller and eaten directly from the shell. And everyone has a favorite tapas bar that serves them. Article Attribution | Read More at Article...

Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and orders new trial

by News Feed Editor | May 13, 2026 | Top Stories

“Both the State and Murdaugh’s defense skillfully presented their cases to the jury as the trial court deftly presided over this complicated and high-profile matter,” the justices wrote. “However, their efforts were in vain because Colleton...