May 16, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news - CNN

As fighting continues in the eastern regions of Luhansk and Donetsk, Ukrainian forces say they are making headway in the northeastern Kharkiv region. Meanwhile, Sweden and Finland may soon be applying to join NATO. Follow here for live news updates.

CNN: 2022-05-17T03:58:00Z

Elon Musk Says Twitter Deal At Lower Price "Not Out Of The Question": Report - NDTV

Elon Musk stoked speculation that he could seek to renegotiate his takeover of Twitter Inc., saying a viable deal at a lower price wouldn't be "out of the question."

NDTV News: 2022-05-17T03:35:36Z

Woman granted emergency protective order against Rajon Rondo, alleges Cleveland Cavaliers point guard threatened her with gun - ESPN

Rajon Rondo allegedly threatened a woman with a gun at her home last week. The woman was given an emergency protective order against the veteran point guard. The NBA said it's gathering more information on what allegedly happened.

ESPN: 2022-05-17T03:20:55Z

The Dallas Mavericks beat the Phoenix Suns so badly in Game 7 it resulted in an apology from the team - Mavs Moneyball

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Mavs Moneyball: 2022-05-17T02:00:00Z

Suspect in Buffalo supermarket massacre visited city in March, police say - Reuters.com

The 18-year-old man accused of the deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, visited the city in March and the day before the rampage, police said on Monday, as public figures decried the suspect's racist ideology and the spread of white supremacy.

Reuters: 2022-05-17T01:20:00Z

Air Force says it successfully tested hypersonic weapon - The Hill

Google News: 2022-05-17T01:01:00Z

There's One Reason Kim Jong Un Is Loving North Korea's COVID Outbreak - The Daily Beast

But it could cost him control of North Korea.

Daily Beast: 2022-05-17T00:59:22Z

Futures: Rally Attempt Continues; Twitter Deal Still Happening? - Investor's Business Daily

Google News: 2022-05-17T00:47:00Z

Perseverance: Nasa rover begins key drive to find life on Mars - BBC

The Perseverance robot climbs a slope that could record evidence of ancient Martian biology.

BBC News: 2022-05-17T00:40:51Z

Apple will let your subscription apps charge you more money without asking - The Verge

Apple has announced new App Store rules that will make it so developers can increase their subscription prices without you having to opt-into the change when it comes time to auto-renew.

The Verge: 2022-05-17T00:31:46Z

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are married - CNN

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are married, for real this time.

CNN: 2022-05-17T00:30:00Z

Ransomware gang threatens to overthrow Costa Rica government - The Associated Press

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — A ransomware gang that infiltrated some Costa Rican government computer systems has upped its threat, saying its goal is now to overthrow the government. Perhaps seizing on the fact that President Rodrigo Chaves had only been in of…

Associated Press: 2022-05-17T00:29:26Z

Sweden joins Finland in seeking NATO membership, drawing muted response from Putin - The Washington Post

Putin said Finland and Sweden’s entry into NATO did not represent an imminent danger to Russia, but he warned the same would not be true if NATO staged a military buildup in the two countries.

The Washington Post: 2022-05-17T00:24:43Z

Gov. Ron DeSantis outlaws protests outside private homes in Florida - New York Post

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday that makes it illegal to protest outside of private homes in the Sunshine State.

New York Post: 2022-05-17T00:23:00Z

France names first female Prime Minister in 30 years - CNN

Elisabeth Borne has been named the new Prime Minister of France, the first time in 30 years that a woman has held the position.

CNN: 2022-05-17T00:15:00Z

Trump works overtime to push Dr. Oz over the finish line - POLITICO

Republican Kathy Barnette said she has "no intentions" of supporting her rivals if they defeat her in Pennsylvania's tight GOP Senate primary.

Politico: 2022-05-17T00:11:38Z

Amber Heard Cross-Examination Begins, Confronted With Recordings and Photos at Defamation Trial - Hollywood Reporter

Logo text Lawyers for Johnny Depp aimed on Monday to undercut Amber Heard’s credibility, placing front-and-center in their opening salvo on cross-examination an audio recording of Heard saying that people would never believe that she was the abuser in their r…

Hollywood Reporter: 2022-05-16T23:55:52Z

Hate against Taiwanese led to California church shooting: Authorities - USA TODAY

Authorities said a deadly shooting at a Southern California church was a "politically motivated hate incident" against the Taiwanese community.

USA Today: 2022-05-16T23:48:45Z

Hong Kong's Hang Seng index jumps more than 2%, leading gains as Asia-Pacific stocks rise - CNBC

Hong Kong's Hang Seng index was more than 2% higher by Tuesday afternoon in the city.

CNBC: 2022-05-16T23:44:46Z

Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly fuel pregnancy rumors at Diddy party - Page Six

The couple sparked rumors earlier in the evening MGK took the stage at the Billboard Music Awards and dedicated the song to their “unborn child.”

Page Six: 2022-05-16T23:34:00Z