Neutral summaries of your favorite news sources — just the facts.
Your favorite news sources, one neutral feed — we distill their reporting into fact-first
summaries and always link to the original story. How it works
World News
Comprehensive coverage of international news and global events
Istanbul’s Bilgi University reopened after students protested a government decision to close it in the middle of the school year. The protests happened for several days before the closure order was reversed.
Key Facts
Bilgi University is located in Istanbul, Turkey.
The government had ordered the university to close in the middle of the school year.
Students protested against this closure decree for several days.
Police had taken action against these protests before the university reopened.
After the protests, the university was allowed to reopen.
The reopening was seen as a victory by the students who protested.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Many families in Nigeria are changing how they prepare for the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha because of rising costs. Higher prices for food, transport, and livestock are making it harder for people to travel, buy animals for sacrifice, or celebrate as usual.
Key Facts
Yunus Akanji, an Islamic teacher in Abuja, is not traveling home or buying a ram for Eid this year due to financial pressure.
Parents and community members who usually support Akanji’s school are struggling to pay tuition fees.
Transport costs have more than doubled for some people, making travel home for Eid too expensive.
A fashion designer says fewer customers are buying clothes because higher fuel and electricity costs increase business expenses.
At Kubwa livestock market, sellers face slow sales as animal prices have almost doubled compared to last year.
The cost of moving animals from northern Nigeria has increased due to higher fuel and transport prices.
Buyers are reducing how many animals they purchase or skipping buying them entirely because of cost.
Inflation in Nigeria has been steadily raising prices for food and goods over recent years.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Sonny Rollins, a famous and innovative jazz saxophone player, died at 95 in his home in Woodstock, New York. He was known for his unique sound and constant change in style and was one of the most important musicians of the bebop jazz era.
Key Facts
Sonny Rollins was a tenor saxophonist famous for his bold sound and new ideas in jazz music.
He died at age 95 in Woodstock, New York, with no specific cause of death given.
Rollins was one of the last great musicians from the bebop era alongside John Coltrane and Charlie Parker.
He worked with famous artists like Thelonious Monk and Miles Davis early in his career.
He struggled with heroin addiction in his youth, spent time in jail, and later sought treatment.
Rollins played a saxophone solo on the Rolling Stones’ song “Waiting on a Friend” in 1981.
He won Grammy Awards in 2001 and 2006 for his jazz music.
Rollins stopped playing music in 2014 due to lung disease but continued touring and practicing into his 80s.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Sonny Rollins, a highly influential jazz saxophonist, died at age 95 at his home in Woodstock, New York. Known as "the Saxophone Colossus," he was a key figure in the bebop jazz movement and released over 60 albums during his career.
Key Facts
Sonny Rollins was born in 1930 in Harlem, New York City.
He began playing saxophone at age seven, inspired by family and jazz musicians.
Rollins became famous for his inventive and expressive jazz solos and was called one of the greatest improvisers in jazz history.
He worked with many jazz legends, including Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and John Coltrane.
Rollins struggled with heroin addiction, committed armed robbery in 1950, was jailed for 10 months, and later overcame his addiction.
His famous albums include Saxophone Colossus (1956), Way Out West (1957), and Freedom Suite (1958).
He believed in the spiritual and emotional power of jazz music.
His death was announced on his official website and confirmed by his publicist.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
US forces carried out strikes on missile sites and boats in southern Iran, targeting what they said were threats to US troops. These attacks happened as Iranian negotiators arrived in Doha for talks aiming to end the ongoing war between the two countries.
Key Facts
The US military struck missile launch sites and boats in southern Iran on May 25, 2026.
The US Central Command said the strikes were acts of self-defense to protect American forces.
Targets included missile sites and boats laying naval mines.
The strikes risk damaging a fragile ceasefire that started on April 8, 2026.
Iranian negotiators arrived in Doha for talks to try to end the war with the US.
The war has disrupted the global economy, especially energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Despite the strikes, oil prices dropped below $100 a barrel because of optimism about a peace deal.
The US dollar weakened as investors hoped the talks would lead to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Rescuers are trying to save seven people trapped in a flooded cave in Laos. The group entered the cave to search for gold and animals but got stuck when rain and landslides blocked the entrance.
Key Facts
Seven villagers are trapped in a flooded cave in Xaysomboun province, Laos.
They went into the cave on Wednesday looking for gold and wildlife.
Heavy rain and landslides sealed the cave entrance, trapping them inside.
Rescue teams are pumping water out and clearing rocks to reach the trapped people.
The cave has very narrow passages, some only about 20 inches wide.
Experts from the 2018 Thai cave rescue are helping with the Laos rescue effort.
A survivor escaped and alerted authorities about those still trapped.
Rescuers believe they are within 20 meters (65 feet) of the trapped group but have not found signs of life yet.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Muslim pilgrims have started arriving in Mina, near Mecca, to prepare for Arafah Day, an important day during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Many pilgrims expressed feelings of peace and thankfulness as they get ready for this significant religious event.
Key Facts
Pilgrims are arriving in Mina, a location close to Mecca.
This arrival is in preparation for Arafah Day, which is part of the Hajj pilgrimage.
Hajj is an annual religious event that Muslims perform.
Arafah Day is one of the holiest days in Islam.
Pilgrims mentioned feeling peaceful and grateful.
Mina serves as a gathering place before the main rituals of Hajj.
The Hajj pilgrimage attracts Muslims from around the world.
This event happens every year according to the Islamic calendar.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
About 90 drones crashed into Darling Harbour during a light show called Star-Bound at Sydney’s Vivid festival. No one was hurt, but shows scheduled for the next two days were canceled so operators can fix technical problems and check safety.
Key Facts
The drone show, Star-Bound, experienced "unforeseen technical difficulties" causing 89 drones to fall into Cockle Bay.
No injuries were reported from the drone crashes.
Shows on the following Tuesday and Wednesday were canceled for safety reviews.
Skymagic, the drone operator, said a change in radio signals caused drones to lose accurate positioning.
Drones followed emergency safety procedures, including stopping mid-air and returning home if unaffected.
Some drones hit a safety boundary called a "geofence," which led them to shut down and fall into the water.
Officials say public safety is the top priority, and cancellations are precautionary.
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating the incident.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Three men from Chile have been arrested in Argentina for their connection to a group accused of burglarizing the homes of U.S. professional athletes. These thefts targeted players from the NFL, NBA, and other sports, stealing valuables worth millions of dollars.
Key Facts
Three Chilean men were arrested in Argentina for burglaries involving U.S. athletes' homes.
They are wanted in the U.S. on federal charges related to these thefts.
The group allegedly targeted famous athletes like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce from the Kansas City Chiefs.
Two of the men were also connected to a robbery at tennis star Juan Martin del Potro's home in Argentina.
The stolen items included watches, jewelry, cash, designer bags, and other valuables worth over $2 million.
The burglaries mostly happened when the athletes were away playing games.
Authorities found photos of the suspects with stolen property, including a safe taken from Milwaukee Bucks player Bobby Portis’s home.
The suspects are currently in Chile, waiting for possible extradition to the U.S.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The US military carried out strikes on locations in southern Iran to protect American troops from threats. This happened while Iranian negotiators were meeting in Qatar to discuss a peace deal with the United States.
Key Facts
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes were for self-defense.
Targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats trying to place mines.
Navy Captain Tim Hawkins spoke about the operation and said the US is trying to act carefully during a ceasefire.
The strikes aim to stop threats from Iranian forces against US troops.
The talks in Qatar involve top Iranian negotiators and the US, focused on making peace.
CENTCOM did not share more details about the exact time or location of the strikes.
This military action happened at the same time as diplomacy efforts in Qatar.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The United States carried out strikes in southern Iran to protect its forces from threats. The targets were missile launch sites and Iranian boats placing mines, according to U.S. Central Command.
Key Facts
The strikes happened on a Monday in southern Iran.
U.S. Central Command called the strikes "self-defense" actions.
Targets included missile launch sites and Iranian vessels laying mines.
The strikes aimed to protect U.S. troops from Iranian threats.
U.S. forces say they are acting with restraint during an ongoing ceasefire.
President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are going well.
Trump warned that if no agreement is reached, conflict could become bigger.
Trump encouraged Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords, a U.S.-led peace effort.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The U.S. military launched strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats placing mines, stating the actions were defensive to protect troops. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump said negotiations on a deal with Iran were going well and proposed expanding the Abraham Accords to include more countries.
Key Facts
The U.S. military carried out strikes in southern Iran on missile launch sites and boats laying mines.
The strikes were described as "self-defense" to protect U.S. troops from threats by Iranian forces.
Captain Tim Hawkins from U.S. Central Command said the military was showing restraint during the ongoing ceasefire.
President Trump said talks with Iran were "proceeding nicely" despite the strikes.
Trump suggested including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, and Jordan in the Abraham Accords, agreements to normalize relations with Israel.
Saudi Arabia has not joined the accords due to its position on Palestinian statehood; Pakistan also does not have diplomatic relations with Israel.
The Abraham Accords began under Trump’s first term, initially involving Israel, UAE, and Bahrain, and later Sudan, Morocco, and Kazakhstan.
It is unclear when or if a final deal with Iran will be completed or if Iran will join the accords.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A paraglider flying over the Austrian Alps was hit by a small plane, causing her parachute canopy to be damaged and forcing her to fall toward the ground. Video footage captured the dangerous incident.
Key Facts
The accident happened thousands of feet above the Austrian Alps.
A small plane struck the canopy of the paraglider’s parachute.
The impact caused the paraglider to fall rapidly.
The event was recorded on video.
No further details about injuries or rescue efforts were provided in the article.
The incident highlights risks of airspace sharing between small aircraft and paragliders.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized Israel for the harsh treatment of activists on a humanitarian flotilla heading to Gaza but did not announce new actions against Israel. He demanded an independent investigation and expressed concern about the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Key Facts
Mark Carney called Israel’s treatment of flotilla activists “appalling” and unacceptable.
Activists on the Gaza-bound flotilla were restrained, taunted, and forced to kneel, as shown in a video by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Carney spoke by phone with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, demanding an independent investigation.
Canada opposes illegal Israeli settlements and settler violence against Palestinians.
France and Poland have banned Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir from entering their countries due to his actions against flotilla participants.
The Global Sumud Flotilla aims to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, which is under an Israeli blockade amid ongoing conflict.
Amnesty International estimates about 430 people were detained by Israeli forces during the flotilla interception.
Activists have reported abuse and sexual assault while in Israeli detention.
Canada described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “catastrophic.”
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Protests are increasing in Bolivia against President Rodrigo Paz, who has been in office for six months. Protesters marched near the presidential palace in La Paz while police set up blockades, keeping the situation tense.
Key Facts
President Rodrigo Paz has been in office for six months.
People are calling for President Paz to resign.
Protesters gathered near the presidential palace in La Paz.
Police created blockades to control the protests.
Tensions remain high between protesters and authorities.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The Israeli military has increased airstrikes in southern Lebanon as Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a stronger attack against Hezbollah. Hezbollah responded with drone and ground attacks on northern Israel, continuing clashes despite a ceasefire since April 17.
Key Facts
Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah began on March 2 and continues despite a ceasefire from April 17.
Israel carried out airstrikes targeting southern Lebanon and the Bekaa valley, killing at least three civilians.
Hezbollah launched drone attacks on several Israeli military posts in northern Israel on Monday.
Israel has suffered 23 soldier deaths and one civilian contractor death since the conflict started.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu promised to increase military actions to defeat Hezbollah.
Some Israeli ministers called for a wider military campaign in Lebanon and control of more territory.
More than 3,100 people have died in Lebanon from the fighting since early March.
Tensions around a US-Iran nuclear deal continue, with Iran blaming US and Israeli actions for slowing progress.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
U.S. Central Command said that American forces carried out defensive strikes in southern Iran. These actions were aimed at protecting U.S. troops from threats by Iranian forces, including boats trying to place underwater mines and missile sites.
Key Facts
The strikes took place in southern Iran.
U.S. forces acted defensively to protect their troops.
Threats included Iranian boats trying to lay underwater mines.
Missile launch sites were also targeted or involved in the threat.
Navy Captain Tim Hawkins was the spokesperson explaining the situation.
The strikes happened during talks to end conflicts involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
Central Command is the U.S. military unit responsible for the Middle East region.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The US military launched new strikes on southern Iran, targeting missile sites and boats placing underwater mines. The strikes are described as self-defense actions to protect US forces amid ongoing tensions and talks between the US and Iran.
Key Facts
US Central Command says the strikes targeted missile sites and boats in southern Iran.
The strikes aimed to protect US troops from threats posed by Iranian forces.
The US military states it is acting with restraint during the current ceasefire.
Iran’s foreign ministry says some progress has been made in talks with the US, but no agreement is imminent.
President Donald Trump indicated negotiators should not rush into a deal.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested a deal might be reached soon, but Iran disagrees.
Earlier US and Israeli strikes on Iran in February increased conflict in the Middle East.
Iran responded by attacking Israel and its allies, and closed the Strait of Hormuz, raising global oil prices.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
On Memorial Day, CBS News remembered Paul Douglas and James Brolan, who were killed 20 years ago in Iraq. They died when a car bomb exploded while they were reporting there.
Key Facts
Paul Douglas was a CBS News cameraman.
James Brolan worked as a soundman for CBS News.
Both men died 20 years ago.
They were killed by a car bomb in Iraq.
The remembrance took place on Memorial Day.
CBS News is honoring their memory.
The incident happened while they were covering news in a war zone.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Rare birds of prey in Britain are still being illegally killed despite legal protections. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) reports hundreds of attacks on these birds, often linked to land used for game shooting, and calls for stricter licensing of shooting estates to prevent this.
Key Facts
The RSPB found 921 confirmed attacks on protected birds of prey in Britain from 2015 to 2024.
More than half of these attacks happened on or near land used for game shooting.
Birds like eagles, red kites, peregrine falcons, hen harriers, goshawks, and barn owls are targeted.
The RSPB uses strong evidence such as forensic data, eyewitness accounts, and video to confirm attacks.
Investigations by the RSPB have helped convict people involved in killing protected birds, including cases where birds were trapped and beaten.
The RSPB wants gamebird shooting in England and Wales to be licensed to better control and punish illegal killing of birds.
Shooting groups deny widespread illegal killing and oppose licensing, saying it would unfairly punish responsible estates.
The government has not yet approved licensing but is open to working with the shooting community on more protections.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
