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Christine Drazan wins Oregon GOP primary for governor, setting up rematch with Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek
2026 ElectionChristine Drazan wins Oregon GOP primary for governor, setting up rematch with Democratic Gov. Tina KotekNBC News projects Drazan, a state senator, emerged from a 14-candidate field to advance to the general election in the blue state. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Oregon Republican gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan. Mathieu Lewis-Rolland / Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 11:50 PM EDTBy Megan LebowitzState Sen. Christine Drazan...
'Gave them car, 10 tola gold': Woman dies by suicide due to 'dowry' harassment
A 21-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide in Gwalior, with her family accusing her in-laws of dowry harassment and physical abuse. The family claims the in-laws demanded a car and withheld her 'Stridhan' shortly after the wedding. Police are investigating the incident, awaiting medical and forensic reports to register a case.
Trump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remain
2026 ElectionTrump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remainThe president successfully unseated one of his biggest Republican foes on Tuesday in Kentucky, while a Trump endorsement in Texas left GOP senators concerned.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to speak at Verst Logistics in Hebron, Kentucky, in March.Jim Watson / AFP via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 11:40 PM EDTBy Matt Dixon, Bridget...
Abhishek Banerjee's 'raze down my house' message amid scrutiny over property empire
NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday said that his "fight against BJP" will continue after Kolkata civic authorities initiated a probe into the “legality” of properties owned by him.
School board member who hugged teen and called her ‘hot’ is charged with assault
U.S. newsSchool board member who hugged teen and called her ‘hot’ is charged with assaultThe charge stems from an April 2 incident in which Keith Ervin hugged the girl, a student member of the board, and told her, “God, you’re hot.”Keith Ervin gives a statement during the Washington County Schools Board of Education Emergency Meeting on April 8, 2026.WCYBShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 11:26 PM EDTBy Alicia Victoria LozanoA Tennessee school board member who hugged a teen girl and called...
'Melodi' moment in Rome: Meloni welcomes 'friend' PM Modi with selfie and a warm message
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni welcomed Narendra Modi to Rome for discussions aimed at elevating bilateral ties to a special strategic partnership. The visit focuses on strengthening cooperation, particularly through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), and includes plans for annual summits and a trade target of 20 billion euros by 2029.
Trump-backed Rep. Barry Moore heads to a runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
2026 ElectionTrump-backed Rep. Barry Moore heads to a runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primaryNBC News projects Moore did not clear the 50% threshold to advance to the general election. His runoff opponent remains unclear. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Rep. Barry Moore, R-Ala. Al Drago / Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 11:11 PM EDTBy Megan LebowitzRep. Barry Moore on Tuesday advanced to a Republican Senate primary runoff in Alabama, as two rivals battl...
America's biggest VC warns PwC and Accenture on working with OpenAI, Anthropic
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya warns major consulting firms like PwC and Accenture against close partnerships with AI companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic. He argues these collaborations strengthen AI firms while enabling them to become future competitors, potentially undermining the consulting businesses themselves.
PMD warns of glacial floods in northern regions
• Heavy rain, thunderstorms expected in mountainous catchments• Authorities directed to maintain round-the-clock vigilance RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued a glacial lake outburst floods (Glof) alert, asking disaster management authorities to ensure round-the-clock vigil and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward situation. According to the weather advisory, a moderate westerly wave has entered the country’s upper regions and is currently affectin...
Who was Inder Kaur? Everything to know about Punjabi singer found dead in Ludhiana
Tragedy struck the Punjabi music scene as singer Yashinder Kaur's body was found in the Neelo canal, a week after her alleged abduction. Her family claims she was murdered due to a rejected marriage proposal from a Moga-based man. Kaur, a popular singer and makeup artist, had a significant social media following. Police are investigating the incident. Read on to know more in deail.
136 dead, no vaccine or cure: WHO warns over 'scale and speed' of Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organisation chief on Tuesday said he was "deeply concerned" by an Ebola outbreak in Congo caused by a rare strain for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments, as the death toll rose to 136.
Longtime Trump ally Michael Caputo files first known claim for ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Trump administrationLongtime Trump ally Michael Caputo files first known claim for ‘anti-weaponization’ fundCaputo, a spokesperson at the Department of Health and Human Services during Trump’s first term, filed the claim a day after the Justice Department set up the $1.8 billion fund.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Michael Caputo says his family "lost everything" due to a federal probe.Mark Wilson / Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 10:44 PM EDTBy Garr...
Oil prices today: Crude ease as Trump says Iran war could end 'very quickly'
Oil prices on Wednesday eased after US President Donald Trump asserted that the war with Iran would end 'very quickly'. Despite this, investors remained cautious amid uncertainty over peace talks and continued disruption to Middle East oil supplies.
Prince Yadav’s India call-up: A father who wanted stability, a son who chased cricket
Prince Yadav’s maiden India ODI call-up caps a remarkable rise in Indian cricket. From playing tennis-ball cricket in Najafgarh he has taken the long route to the national side. Spotted by coach Amit Vashishtha because of his yorkers and backed despite multiple setbacks, including a two-year ban for age fudging, Prince has now earned a place in India’s squad for the ODI series against Afghanistan.
John Adams quote projected on DOJ building in protest of $1.8B fund
Justice DepartmentJohn Adams quote projected on DOJ building in protest of $1.8B fund“A government of laws, not of men,” reads the phrase that lit up the side of the Justice Department on Tuesday.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00A quote from John Adams was projected on the side of "Main Justice" on Tuesday night.Ryan Reilly / NBC NewsShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 10:28 PM EDTBy Ryan J. ReillyWASHINGTON — Opponents of a $1.776 billion taxpayer-backed “anti-weaponizat...
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination in Georgia governor’s race
2026 ElectionKeisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination in Georgia governor’s raceNBC News projects the former Atlanta mayor and Biden administration official cleared the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will be the Democratic nominee for governor in Georgia. Matt Odom / Bloomberg via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 19, 2026, 10:26 PM EDTBy Adam EdelmanFormer Atlanta Mayor Ke...
Academic BANNED from Greek museum for backing Britain in Elgin Marbles debate
An academic has been banned from an Athens museum for backing Britain's claim to the Elgin Marbles.Dr Mario Trabucco della Torretta, an archaeologist, was scheduled to make a presentation during at the Acropolic Museum in Athens.But his appearance at the museum was vetoed after it had learned he had been scheduled to speak at a conference of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).Dr Trabucco and the British Museum have confirmed the 2,500-year-old marbles were legally bought in the...
Goenka chats with Sooryavanshi; Gavaskar teases: ‘I’ll be bidding for you soon’
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 93 off 38 balls stunned Lucknow Super Giants, leading Rajasthan Royals to a dominant seven-wicket victory. Even rival owner Sanjiv Goenka applauded the young prodigy's breathtaking innings, which effectively sealed the match and moved Rajasthan closer to the playoffs. Sooryavanshi's remarkable knock, featuring rapid scoring bursts, showcased a maturity beyond his years.
Health officials 'actively working with Fifa' to contain Ebola World Cup threat as virus tears through Africa
Health officials in the United States are working with Fifa to contain the threat of Ebola with just days to go until the World Cup.The Democratic Republic of Congo's national team is set to touch down in Texas on June 10.But back at home, the outbreak has claimed at least 136 lives, with more than 540 suspected infections now recorded.One additional fatality has been confirmed in neighbouring Uganda.The WHO's Dr Anne Ancia told the BBC that the more the agency investigates the outbreak, the cle...
'Locked & loaded': JD Vance warns US could restart military campaign if Iran talks fail
US Vice President JD Vance stated that President Trump is pursuing a diplomatic deal with Iran but is prepared to resume military action if nuclear talks fail. Vance emphasized that the administration is negotiating in good faith, making it clear Iran will not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.