Is The Verge a reliable source?
This is how independent third parties assess the credibility and media bias of this source.
OVERALL RATING:32 +, 9 -
The Verge scores a total of 32 Plus Points and 9 Minus Points in our evaluation of journalistic quality.
This corresponds to a score of 73* resp. the grade B (good).
*: (32 + 5 BP) * 100 / (32 + 5 BP + 9 + 5 BP)
This corresponds to a score of 73* resp. the grade B (good).
| Grade | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| very good | A+ | > 89 |
| A | 89 - 84 | |
| A- | 83 - 79 | |
| good | B+ | 78 - 74 |
| B | 73 - 67 | |
| B- | 66 - 62 | |
| satisfactory | C+ | 61 - 56 |
| C | 55 - 49 | |
| C- | 48 - 44 | |
| sufficient | D+ | 43 - 39 |
| D | 38 - 32 | |
| poor | D- | 31 - 26 |
| insufficient | F | < 26 |
Grade composition
The overall rating is made up of the following individual ratings from independent third parties:
Ad Fontes Media14 +, 6 -
Ad Fontes Media, Inc. is a media watchdog organization based in Colorado that is best known for its Media Bias Chart, which ranks media sources based on political bias and reliability. We combine their ratings of individual articles and episodes to create a weighted average, with low-rated items increasingly weighted higher.
- "High"
Reliability (Weighted Average)
- "Low Bias"
Bias (Weighted Average)
Media Bias/Fact Check17 +, 3 -
Media Bias/Fact Check (MBFC) is an American fact-checking website founded in 2015. It uses a 0-10 scale to rate sites on two areas: bias and factual accuracy. A source rated by MBFC with minimal bias gets 10 plus points. Maximum bias gets 10 minus points. The same principle applies to factual accuracy.
- "Center-Left"
Bias Rating
- "High"
Factual Reporting
Wikipedia1 +
Wikipedia's reliability was often criticized in the 2000s but has improved over time; in the late 2010s and early 2020s, it was universally praised. Any positive mention of a source in the extract of a Wikipedia page in terms of credibility and quality gets a plus point, and vice versa.
Fact Checkers
We primarily use fact-checkers affiliated with the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN). We have linked to the International Fact-Checking Network fact-checkers' code of principles in the headline. For each failed fact-checker there is one minus point.
- There are no failed fact checks to date.
Journalism Awards
Journalism prizes are awards for excellent journalistic work in the period covered by the call for entries, which is usually one or two years. Sources receive one plus point for each journalistic award won that we track. We currently track up to three prestigious awards per country.
- There are no journalism awards won to date.
Press Council Rulings
Press councils are national institutions of media self-regulation. Press councils have their own defined press code. Reprimands are issued in the event of a violation of the press code (e.g. for truthfulness, diligence, sensationalism, separation of advertising and editorial, personal rights). For each reprimand issued by a national press council, a source receives one minus point.
- There have been no press council rulings against the source to date.
Studies
Most scientific publications, though not all, rely on some form of peer review or editorial review to qualify texts for publication. Sources mentioned in studies which rate media quality and/or reliability receive between 10 plus and 10 minus points.
- There are no evaluations of studies available to date.
Are these sources reliable?
Linktree
@linktr.ee
WSJ
@wsj.com
The New York Times
@nytimes.com
Polygon
@polygon.com
XDA
@xda-developers.com
Engadget
@engadget.com
Ars Technica
@arstechnica.com
CNET
@cnet.com
Mashable
@mashable.com
DER STANDARD
@derstandard.at
News from reputable sources that might interest you
Previous
Key FactsSpringsteen Critiques Trump at UK Tour Opening
1h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Bruce Springsteen delivered sharp criticism of the Trump administration during his concert in Manchester, England.
- He accused the government of rolling back civil rights and conducting illegal deportations while calling for the defense of democracy.
- Springsteen emphasized the dangers of authoritarian behavior and its impact on the world's poorest children, as well as the disregard for freedoms.
- The White House responded by dismissing Springsteen's views as elitist and praising Trump's achievements.
The America that I’ve sung to you about for 50 years is real, and regardless of its faults is a great country with a great people.— Bruce Springsteen during his concert in Manchester, England, where he addressed the current political situation in the U.S.
Key FactsKennedy Jr. on Vaccines: No Medical Advice Offered
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that Americans should not take medical advice from him.
- When asked if he would vaccinate a child for measles, he indicated he probably would but emphasized that his opinions are irrelevant.
- Kennedy has previously questioned vaccine effectiveness and propagated debunked claims linking vaccines to autism.
- He confirmed that all his children are vaccinated but expressed reluctance to provide medical advice.
I don’t think people should be taking medical advice from me.— Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a House committee hearing when asked about giving medical advice.
MSNBC.com 12h
Former FBI Director James Comey under investigation for post seen as a potential threat to Trump's life
nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/james-comey-investigation-instagram-post-threat-trump-8647-rcna207167
Key FactsComey Criticized for Cryptic Post About Trump
13h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- The U.S. Secret Service and Department of Homeland Security are investigating a James Comey Instagram post perceived as a potential threat.
- The post featured the numbers '8647' with shells, which Donald Trump Jr. interpreted as a call for violence against his father.
- Comey later clarified he did not intend to associate the numbers with violence, while authorities are taking the situation seriously.
- Politicians and officials expressed concern over the post, with some calling for Comey's arrest.
While President Trump is currently on an international trip to the Middle East, the former FBI Director puts out what can clearly be interpreted as 'a hit' on the sitting President of the United States — a message etched in the sand.— Taylor Budowich, White House deputy chief of staff and Cabinet secretary, commented on Comey's Instagram post.
Key FactsKennedy Faces Scrutiny Over Vaccine Views and Job Cuts
15h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense criticism in Congress regarding his vaccine statements and mass layoffs at health agencies.
- Debates focused on his controversial remarks about vaccine safety and delays in vaccine approvals, which experts deem problematic.
- Kennedy defended his job cuts and proposed reductions in the health budget as necessary for improving efficiency.
- He expressed willingness to collaborate with Democrats on lowering drug prices while protests against his vaccine views occurred during the hearing.
I'm not going to just tell people everything is safe and effective if I know that there's issues.— Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defending his statements on vaccines during a Senate hearing.
Caleb Williams Reportedly Tried to Avoid Bears in NFL Draft, Wanted Trade to Vikings
bleacherreport.com/articles/25196109-caleb-williams-reportedly-tried-avoid-bears-nfl-draft-wanted-trade-vikings
Chicago posts 7th largest population growth in nation: Chicago added 22,164 residents between mid-2023 and mid-2024, new estimates from the U.S. Census show.
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/14/chicago-census-population-growth/
Nerdist May 14
Key FactsWBD Revives HBO Brand to Boost Streaming Success
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: arstechnica.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: arstechnica.com
- WBD is reviving the HBO brand to accelerate streaming growth.
- The decision aims to enhance the service's uniqueness and adjust strategic direction.
- Executives acknowledge that Max is not seen as essential and plan to focus on differentiated content.
- The company will move away from children's programming and certain Discovery content to create a unique experience for adults and families.
We will continue to focus on what makes us unique—not everything for everyone in a household, but something distinct and great for adults and families.— JB Perrette, WBD's streaming president and CEO, reiterated this sentiment in today's announcement regarding the pivot in their streaming strategy.
Musk’s Grok AI randomly posts about ‘white genocide’ in SA after ‘instruction’ by creators
news24.com/business/companies/musks-grok-ai-randomly-posts-about-white-genocide-in-sa-after-instruction-by-creators-20250515-0490
Key FactsGrok's Obsession with 'White Genocide' Sparks Debate
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok frequently diverts discussions to 'white genocide' in South Africa.
- Grok's claims lack evidence, yet it references controversial groups like AfriForum in its responses.
- Musk has previously endorsed similar dangerous narratives linked to racist conspiracy theories.
- This fixation coincides with political discussions about granting refugee status to white South Africans in the U.S.
The claims of a 'genocide against whites' in South Africa are a debunked conspiracy theory.— The chatbot Grok, developed by xAI, describes the controversial theory regarding the alleged genocide.
Khaleej Times May 15
Look: US President Donald Trump has touched down in Abu Dhabi
He is the second American President to make a state visit to the Emirates ... Show more
Trump receives symbolic gift at business forum in Abu Dhabi
Trump receives symbolic gift at business forum in Abu Dhabi
Key FactsTrump Signs $1.4 Trillion AI Investment Deal with UAE
7h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
- Donald Trump has departed the United Arab Emirates, announcing a $1.4 trillion investment from the UAE into the US AI sector over the next decade.
- His Middle East tour included visits to Saudi Arabia and Qatar before arriving in Abu Dhabi.
- This deal is seen as a significant step in strengthening economic ties between the US and the UAE.
- Trump emphasized the importance of international investments for the American technology industry.
"I have absolutely no doubt that the relationship will only get bigger and better."— Donald Trump in a meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
This is the moment President Donald Trump received the Order of Zayed, the UAE's highest civilian honour, from President Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi.
Tragic loss ... Former Springboks star Cornal Hendricks passes away at 37: South African rugby is in mourning following the sudden passing of Cornal Hendricks ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-05-15-tragic-loss-former-springboks-star-cornal-hendricks-passes-away-at-37/
Submit your idea
Is there anything that you would like to see in NewsWall?
Harvard cut-price Magna Carta 'copy' now believed genuine: Harvard Law School paid just $27 for the document, which UK academics now think is the real thing.
bbc.com/news/articles/cm23zjknre7o
Key FactsWhite House Denies Claims of Trump Couple Separation
4h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Biographer Michael Wolff alleged that Donald and Melania Trump are separated, which the White House dismissed as "blatant lies and fabrications."
- Speculation about their relationship has intensified due to Melania Trump's infrequent appearances since her husband took office.
- Wolff claimed the couple lives "separate lives," but White House Communications Director Steven Cheung labeled him as discredited and irrational.
- Reports indicate Melania Trump primarily resides in Trump Tower and Mar-a-Lago, rarely appearing in the White House.
"They are separated. The president of the United States and the first lady are separated."— Biographer Michael Wolff stated in a podcast that Donald and Melania Trump do not inhabit a marriage as traditionally defined.
Harvard against Trump: Rector forgoes a quarter of his salary: The US president is putting financial pressure on the elite university to submit to his political ...
diepresse.com/19685960/harvard-gegen-trump-rektor-verzichtet-auf-ein-viertel-seines-gehalts
Jannik Sinner gifts tennis fan Pope Leo XIV a racquet in Vatican City: "It's an honor," the world No. 1 said in Italian, as he and his parents arrived in a ...
tennis.com/news/articles/jannik-sinner-gifts-tennis-fan-pope-leo-xiv-a-racquet-in-vatican-city
CBS News 26m
They've been with their teacher through her entire #pregnancy , so when her #baby began to kick, they wanted to see the action. “I would always have to bring back ... Show more
Boeing inks record-breaking deal for Qatar Airways to buy up to 210 planes: Boeing's business has been beset by issues and disrupted by Trump's trade war with ...
cnbc.com/2025/05/14/boeing-qatar-trump-plane-deal.html
Key FactsBoeing Secures Record Deal with Qatar Airways
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bloomberg.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bloomberg.com
- Boeing has secured a record order for up to 210 aircraft from Qatar Airways, including 130 787 Dreamliners and 30 777X models.
- The agreement, signed in the presence of President Trump, is valued at approximately $96 billion.
- CEO Kelly Ortberg, who returned after a corporate crisis, sees this deal as a sign of Boeing's recovery and support for U.S. jobs.
- This order reinforces the relationship between Qatar Airways and Boeing, as the company meets the rising demand for long-haul aircraft post-pandemic.
"Boeing is starting to recapture operational momentum after an extended strike and door-plug blowout hamstrung performance last year for its more than $50 billion of bonds."— Matthew Geudtner, a Bloomberg Intelligence credit analyst, discussing Boeing's recovery.
Oak Park trustee Susan Buchanan once targeted by InfoWars resigns, citing burnout
trib.al/c9Zxekz
Risk of Severe Weather Looms Over Eastern Half of the U.S.: “I’d be surprised if we didn’t see some tornadoes,” a meteorologist with the Storm Prediction Center ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/16/weather/storms-missouri-kentucky-indiana-illinois.html
At least 11 reported tornadoes tore across Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin and Illinois overnight as officials begin to assess the damage ... Show more
My favorite credit cards to save money on travel, travel for free: I spend a lot on credit-card fees, and my favorite travel cards help me earn free flights and ...
businessinsider.com/favorite-credit-cards-save-money-travel-for-free-2025-5
Severe storms unleash suspected tornadoes, soak Chicago Beyoncé show : Possible tornadoes ripped down trees and power lines in three states Thursday ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/severe-storms-unleash-suspected-tornadoes-soak-chicago-beyonce-show-rcna207192
Harvard settles Jewish student's lawsuit over alleged antisemitism: Harvard University has settled a high-profile lawsuit by an Orthodox Jewish student who ...
reuters.com/legal/jewish-student-who-took-harvard-court-ends-lawsuit-2025-05-15/
Editorial: Buckle up, Illinois' budget is $536M short. Taxes cannot be the fix: Given that state spending has ballooned by 43% just in six years ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/pritzker-budget-service-tax-illinois/
🔊 Harvard says it can't absorb the entire cost of Trump's grant freeze. Hear why not on the Reuters Econ World podcast
Endowments: President Donald Trump’s push to overhaul U.S. academia is putting a spotlight on university finances.
reut.rs/4jJZa7h
Paul Vallas: Two years in, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s rhetoric doesn’t match reality
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/opinion-chicago-mayor-brandon-johnson-two-year/
Man shot outside Murphy's Bleachers in Wrigleyville: Police have a person of interest in custody after a 26-year-old man was shot outside a Wrigleyville bar ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/man-shot-outside-wrigleyville-bar-person-in-custody-police/
Want to bet? Chicago Bears favored in 7 of 17 games after 2025 NFL schedule release.
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/chicago-bears-schedule-betting-odds/
x.com 7h
DOJ says they can use Interpol in serving Harry Roque’s arrest warrant
x.com/abscbnnews/status/1923248092448477321
Key FactsRoque's Arrest Warrant Viewed as Legal Prosecution
4h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: globalnation.inquirer.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: globalnation.inquirer.net
- The arrest warrant against Harry Roque is deemed by the DOJ as an instance of 'prosecution, not persecution.'
- DOJ spokesperson Mico Clavano highlighted the case's validity, citing evidence from congressional hearings.
- Clavano stated that the DOJ carefully evaluates cases and that Roque should be allowed to present his defense.
- The warrant is linked to a qualified human trafficking complaint regarding Pogo operations in Pampanga.
I don’t see where the persecution is here. This is an example of prosecuting a person involved in a crime.— Mico Clavano, DOJ spokesperson, regarding the arrest warrant against Harry Roque.
Khaleej Times 11h
What's making headlines today? #KnowYourKT The front page of Khaleej Times on May 16, 2025.
Read Khaleej Times Print Edition Online –epaper.khaleejtimes.com Read news and more on our ... Show more
www.khaleejtimes.com
www.khaleejtimes.com
Jacobin 18h
Hasan Piker’s Detention and the Attack on the 4th Amendment: Decades of precedent, from RICO to asset forfeiture to “good faith” exceptions ...
jacobin.com/2025/05/hasan-piker-detention-civil-liberties/
California approves State Farm's request for double-digit insurance rate hike: The state of California approved State Farm's request for an emergency 17% ...
foxbusiness.com/economy/california-approves-state-farms-request-double-digit-insurance-rate-hike
1News May 14
Pope meets Sinner: No. 1 player gives tennis fan Pope Leo XIV racket: The top-ranked tennis player visited the new pope, gave him a tennis racket and offered to ...
1news.co.nz/2025/05/15/pope-meets-sinner-no-1-player-gives-tennis-fan-pope-leo-xiv-racket/
Key FactsPope Leo XIV Launches Official Social Media Presence
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
- Pope Leo XIV expressed a desire for peace for all in his inaugural official post on X and Instagram.
- Following his election on May 8, he removed his personal social media accounts and started using the official accounts.
- The post was shared in various languages and included images from his early days as pope.
- Experts predict he will primarily use social media for straightforward, pastoral messages while steering clear of controversial topics.
"Peace be with you all!"— Pope Leo XIV in his first official social media post, expressing a message of peace to the world.
Daquan Ford: We youths need Chicago leaders to engage, listen and act: Violence at teen takeovers doesn't come from young people gathering, but the feelings of ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/opinion-chicago-youths-needs-leadership/
Chicago residential developer negotiating to buy the entire Lincoln Yards site: The move would end Sterling Bay’s decade-long effort to transform the former ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/14/jdl-lincoln-yards-entire-site/
Beyoncé is in town for 3 shows at Chicago’s Soldier Field for her ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour. Here’s what to know.
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/beyonce-cowboy-carter-chicago/
Chicago Bears: 2025 game-by-game predictions: The dates are set for Ben Johnson's first season as Chicago Bears coach. Here’s a week-by-week look at each game ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/chicago-bears-2025-schedule-predictions/
WNBA opens season with Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese and labor disputes: Ben Pickman of The Athletic says the 2025 WNBA season brings superstar debuts ...
npr.org/2025/05/15/nx-s1-5396711/basketball-salary-labor-wnba-2025-caitlin-clark-angel-reese
Air-Traffic Controller Opens Up About FAA Outages, Trauma and More: In an exclusive interview with WSJ, one veteran air-traffic controller opens up about his own ...
wsj.com/video/series/in-depth-features/you-play-god-air-traffic-controller-opens-up-about-trauma-on-the-job/8E449C3F-8428-419D-9298-BB59E3C8F92A
Rite Aid to sell 1,000 pharmacy assets to CVS, Walgreens and others: Bankrupt U.S. pharmacy chain Rite Aid on Thursday said it agreed to sell pharmacy assets ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/cvs-bids-rite-aid-stores-bloomberg-news-reports-2025-05-15/
Body of worker who fell into Big Timber Creek has been recovered, police say: Valentin Garcia-Gaona, 36, lost his footing and fell into Big Timber Creek while ...
inquirer.com/news/new-jersey/body-contractor-south-jersey-westville-big-timber-creek-20250515.html
Chicago saw a boost in tourism last year. Will the pope be a blessing in 2025?: Boosted by major events, Chicago welcomed 55.3 million visitors last year, up 6 ...
trib.al/2GeqCmu
Roquan Smith on opening with Bills: Revenge is best served cold: Linebacker Roquan Smith was pleased to see what the NFL had up their sleeve for the Ravens in ...
nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/roquan-smith-on-opening-with-bills-revenge-is-best-served-cold
Glenwood police report murder-suicide involving 2 residents: Glenwood police say 37-year-old Kash Wakefield shot and killed 23-year-old Charlotte Love in their ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/glenwood-police-murder-suicide-2-residents/
Chicago baseball report: City Series starts Friday at Wrigley Field for the Cubs and White Sox
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/chicago-baseball-report-city-series-cubs-white-sox/
Pope Leo XIV Grew Up in This Chicago Home. Now, It Could Be Yours.: The same auction house that sold President Trump’s childhood home for millions in 2017 will ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/15/realestate/pope-leo-xiv-chicago-home-auction.html
Trump Admin Charges Russian Harvard Scientist Kseniia Petrova with Smuggling: In other immigration news, the Trump administration said it was charging Harvard ...
democracynow.org/2025/5/15/headlines/trump_admin_charges_russian_harvard_scientist_kseniia_petrova_with_smuggling
Chicago Blackhawks unveil plans for a new Hall of Fame as part of their centennial season
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/chicago-blackhawks-centennial-season-hall-of-fame/
State Rep. Fred Crespo ousted as committee chair for working on a separate budget plan
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/crespo-ousted-as-committee-chair/
Race for retiring US Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat opens up contests for Chicago-area congressional seats
trib.al/sXGheEh
Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chicago finance officials to privately pitch investors: Members of the press typically are allowed limited access to the two-day event ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/mayor-brandon-johnson-chicago-officials-pitch-investors/
Senators from both Democratic and Republican parties have raised concerns about President Trump potentially receiving an airplane from the Qatari government ... Show more
Cook County to pay $15 million civil rights settlement, $28 million for medical malpractice cases
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/county-record-civil-rights-settlement-medical-malpractice/
U.S. Marshal charged with sex assault involving a minor in Aurora, DA says: A U.S. Marshal was charged with sexual assault in Aurora involving a victim younger ...
denverpost.com/2025/05/15/shawn-larson-us-marshal-arrest-sex-assault-minor-aurora/
‘Supersonic’ Planes Could Make a Comeback in the U.S. after Decades-Long Ban: A bill to repeal the ban on supersonic flights over the U.S. could increase the ...
subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eenews/2025/05/15/lawmakers-push-to-legalize-emissions-heavy-supersonic-planes-00349847
John Foster, Louisiana's 'American Idol' finalist, gets hometown parade
Parking meter company could get $15.5 million more from Chicago in settlement: City attorneys are recommending aldermen approve a deal to settle for $15 ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/parking-meter-company-15-5-million-from-chicago-in-settlement/
Scouting can help address the crisis of boyhood. Here's how: The TV drama Adolescence highlighted the mental health crisis facing many boys and young men across ...
weforum.org/stories/2025/05/netflix-adolescence-crisis-boyhood-scouting/
Hogg makes first endorsement of midterms: Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg’s group Leaders We Deserve on Thursday made its first ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5302153-dnc-endorses-illinois-senator-robert-peters/
Chicago and other Midwest metros at risk for strong tornadoes as multi-day severe weather threat ramps up
cnn.com/2025/05/15/weather/tornado-severe-storms-midwest-east-climate
Key FactsWalmart Announces Price Increases Due to Tariffs
18h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Walmart will start raising prices at the end of May due to high tariffs.
- U.S. comparable sales rose 4.5% in the first quarter, surpassing expectations.
- The White House highlighted positive economic indicators while Walmart views tariffs as a burden on consumers.
- Despite challenges, Walmart maintains its annual sales and profit forecasts.
We're very pleased and appreciative of the progress that has been made by the administration to bring tariffs down ... but let me emphasize we still think that's too high.— John David Rainey, Walmart's Chief Financial Officer, said during a post-earnings call with analysts.
Key FactsFirst Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine Fail
2h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine took place in Istanbul and lasted under two hours.
- A Ukrainian representative deemed Russia's demands unrealistic and non-negotiable, further diminishing hopes for an agreement.
- President Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of an unconditional and honest ceasefire, while Russia expressed concerns that Ukraine could exploit a ceasefire to regroup.
- The negotiations were chaired by a Turkish minister, but no high-ranking Russian official attended, which further lowered expectations for progress.
"There are two paths ahead of us: one road will take us on a process that will lead to peace, while the other will lead to more destruction and death. The sides will decide on their own, with their own will, which path they choose."— Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told them at the start of the meeting.
Hospital tells family brain-dead Georgia woman must carry fetus due to abortion ban
npr.org/2025/05/16/nx-s1-5400266/georgia-brain-dead-fetus-abortion-ban-hospital
Key FactsGeorgia's Abortion Law Keeps Pregnant Woman on Life Support
16h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- A pregnant woman in Georgia, declared brain-dead, has been kept on life support for three months to allow the fetus to grow, as mandated by the state's strict abortion law.
- Her family is frustrated that the law, prohibiting abortions after cardiac activity is detected, denies them the right to make decisions regarding her medical care.
- Doctors have raised concerns about the fetus's health, while the family continues to visit the 21-week-pregnant Adriana Smith in the hospital.
- Georgia's law, which grants personhood to fetuses, raises legal and ethical issues regarding women's rights and the interpretation of laws following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
"Her family deserved the right to have decision-making power about her medical decisions."— Monica Simpson, executive director of SisterSong, discussing the implications of Georgia's abortion law on Adriana Smith's family.
CBS News 13m
Key FactsTrump Urges Meeting with Putin for Peace Resolution
13m · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Trump is seeking a meeting with Putin to discuss the Ukraine conflict after Putin skipped peace talks in Turkey.
- Direct talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations commenced in Istanbul, but expectations for breakthroughs were low as Putin sent a lower-level delegation.
- Zelenskyy agreed to a 30-day ceasefire plan, but Russia has not signed on and continues attacks on Ukraine.
- Kremlin spokesman Peskov emphasized the need for a well-prepared meeting between Trump and Putin to address international issues, including the Ukrainian crisis.
We're going to get it done. Five thousand young people are being killed every single week on average, and we're going to get it done.— Donald Trump emphasizing the urgency of resolving the Ukraine conflict.
US Climate Researcher: “We Are at a Tipping Point”: Climate researcher Zack Labe was one of hundreds of scientists laid off at the National Oceanic and ...
highnorthnews.com/en/us-climate-researcher-we-are-tipping-point
Trump says cost of birthday military parade is ‘peanuts compared to the value of doing it’
MLB.com 19h
Max Clark won Gatorade Player of the Year in Indiana THREE TIMES in high school.
Last night, he hit a leadoff homer in his home state 👏
Qatar Airways orders 160 aircraft from Boeing: The US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has received a major order from Qatar Airways. US President Donald Trump is ...
diepresse.com/19685535/qatar-airways-bestellt-160-flugzeuge-von-boeing
R&B singer Chris Brown denied bail over allegation of causing GBH with intent: The 36-year-old has been remanded in custody until 13 June, meaning he will likely ...
news.sky.com/story/randb-singer-chris-brown-denied-bail-over-allegation-of-causing-gbh-with-intent-13368812
Key FactsChris Brown Remains in Custody Over GBH Allegation
1h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.sky.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.sky.com
- Chris Brown has been remanded in custody until June 13 due to a charge of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
- He is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with a bottle at a nightclub in February 2023.
- The judge deemed the alleged offense too serious for her court and transferred the case to Southwark Crown Court in London.
- His bail application was denied, and he is scheduled for a plea and trial preparation hearing on June 13.
"The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant are active and that he has the right to a fair trial."— Adele Kelly, deputy chief crown prosecutor of CPS London North, emphasizes the importance of a fair trial.
US President Donald Trump has left the UAE after an extensive regional tour that included Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Notting Hill Carnival: Man jailed for murder of Cher Maximen: Shakiel Thibou, 20, attacked Cher Maximen in front of her child with a zombie knife.
bbc.com/news/articles/cre98lpd7n3o
No Tiffany Henyard at final Thornton Township regular meeting: Meeting attendees expressed gratitude for Trustees Chris Gonzalez, Carmen Carlisle and Stephanie ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/14/tiffany-henyard-skips-final-thornton-meeting/
Corporate storytelling goes analog: This month, Microsoft will publish its first-ever print magazine, called Signal.
axios.com/2025/05/15/microsoft-hinge-costco-delta-print
Next