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📅May 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Major world developments include Ukraine’s strikes on Russian energy, U.S. diplomatic shifts, a Fed leadership change, SpaceX’s latest Starship test, and several significant political and legal updates.
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Ukraine intensifies strikes on Russian oil infrastructure

Ukrainian forces hit a Russian oil refinery in Yaroslavl, part of a wider campaign aimed at disrupting Moscow’s energy revenues and war financing. The attacks are among Kyiv’s latest efforts to pressure Russia’s oil industry deep inside its territory Source 1.

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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as U.S. Director of National Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard submitted her resignation to President Trump, saying she wanted to support her husband after his diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer. The move marks a major change in U.S. intelligence leadership Source 1Source 4Source 5.

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Warsh sworn in as new Federal Reserve chair

President Donald Trump oversaw the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair, signaling a notable shift in U.S. economic leadership. The transition comes as the administration continues to emphasize its economic agenda Source 2.

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Trump highlights tax cuts in New York campaign stop

Trump used a stop in New York to promote his tax cuts and broader economic message, while also touching on voter ID, crime, and transgender athletes in sports. He appeared alongside Republican Rep. Mike Lawler during the visit Source 2.

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Judge dismisses criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

A federal judge in Tennessee dismissed a human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia without trial. The case had become politically sensitive after his mistaken deportation to El Salvador drew criticism of the administration Source 2.

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U.S. and Iran talks show slight progress

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiators have made “slight progress” in discussions with Iran aimed at preventing renewed conflict. The comments came as regional diplomacy intensified and uncertainty remained over whether war could resume Source 2.

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SpaceX launches biggest Starship yet on test flight

SpaceX flew its most powerful Starship to date on a test mission from Texas, a key step in NASA’s lunar ambitions. The vehicle deployed mock satellites and reached the Indian Ocean before breaking apart on impact, which SpaceX said was expected Source 2Source 4.

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Lawmakers widen Epstein investigation to new alleged abusers

Congressional investigators reviewing Jeffrey Epstein-related allegations are now focusing on three men named in closed-door testimony by Epstein assistant Sarah Kellen. The newly identified individuals include figures from fashion, business, and photography Source 1.

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Candace Owens apologizes to Hunter Biden

Candace Owens apologized to Hunter Biden during an interview, saying she felt badly about contributing to the attention surrounding his drug addiction. The exchange added a personal twist to an already high-profile media moment Source 1.

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Rubio arrives in India for key diplomatic visit

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a four-day visit to India, with meetings expected in New Delhi. The trip is part of broader U.S. engagement with allies and comes amid other major foreign-policy developments Source 4Source 5.

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WHO raises Ebola outbreak risk in Congo to very high

The World Health Organization raised the risk level of the Ebola outbreak in Congo to very high at the national level. Officials reported dozens of cases and multiple deaths, reflecting concern over the outbreak’s spread Source 4.

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Major mine disaster leaves workers trapped in China

A coal mine incident in Shanxi province, China, killed eight people and trapped 38 workers underground after carbon monoxide levels exceeded safety limits. Rescue and response efforts were underway as authorities assessed the extent of the disaster Source 4.