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Don’t allow bulldozer culture to enter Maharashtra, this is not UP or Bihar: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court's Aurangabad bench criticized the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for arbitrarily demolishing properties linked to AIMIM corporator Mateen Patel and resident Hanif Khan. The court noted the violation of Supreme Court guidelines, including the mandatory 15-day notice period, and stated the action rendered families homeless.
Trump heralded as GOP 'kingmaker' after Louisiana Senate results rattle party establishment
President Donald Trump’s influence over the GOP remains as strong as ever, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., argued Sunday after a Trump-backed candidate topped Louisiana’s high-profile Senate race despite growing media predictions of a brutal midterm cycle."I think President Trump is a kingmaker within the Republican Party," Luna told Fox News’ Peter Doocy Sunday."I’m not a black piller when it comes to the midterms ... the odds and the wind is in our sails."Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and Lou...
UN calls on Israel to prevent Gaza ‘genocide’
The United Nations rights chief called for Israel to 'end its unlawful presence in the Palestinian territory'.
Copycats flock to picnic table in Taiwan park after wildlife cam livestream catches couple getting it on
An area of Yangmingshan National Park, which is just north of Taipei in Taiwan, is getting a lot of attention after footage captured on a wildlife livestream went viral.The footage appeared to show an uncensored feed of a couple engaging in sexual activity on a nearby picnic table, the Taipei Times reports. The broadcast was live on YouTube and spread on social media, naturally causing copycats to show up at the park's picnic table.The copycats aren't the only ones showing up to pay their respec...
Shane Lowry whines about PGA Championship setup at Aronimink with highly questionable comments
Shane Lowry was a non-factor in the 2026 PGA Championship, finishing tied for 44th, but made headlines with his criticisms of how Aronimink Golf Club was set up for the year's second major championship.Lowry was not the lone player who offered critiques of the course setup, but his were by far and away the most outlandish.After posting an even-par round of 70 in the third round — six shots better than his second-round score — Lowry was asked to share his opinion of Aronimink and how the PGA of A...
Dalit BSc student kills self after caste-based assault in Uttar Pradesh
A Dalit student's alleged suicide in Firozabad follows accusations of harassment, a caste-based assault, and humiliation at a library. His family reported visible injuries and a fractured finger. Police have arrested three individuals and are pursuing others named in the FIR, which includes charges under the SC/ST Act.
198 pounds of cocaine found hidden in Kim Kardashian brand underwear
Crime Cocaine worth $9.4 million found hidden in shipment of Kim Kardashian brand underwear in U.K. May 18, 2026 / 1:45 PM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google A British court sentenced a truck driver to prison for smuggling $9.4 million worth of cocaine in a shipment of underwear and clothing from Skims, Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, authorities said Monday.The National Crime Agency said Jakub Jan Konkel, 40, was driving a truck carrying 28 pallets of Skims clothing from the Netherlands when...
Dubai’s SIRA unveils AI-powered future of smart security
Dubai: The Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) will unveil a series of smart security initiatives and AI-powered solutions during its participation in ISNR Abu Dhabi 2026, taking place from May 19 to 21, as the UAE continues to accelerate efforts to strengthen innovation and sustainability in the security sector.At the centre of SIRA’s participation will be the launch of the new “Security Consultant System”, an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to provide specialised secur...
Iran’s World Cup team arrives in Turkiye amid US visa uncertainty
Iran’s national football team has arrived in Turkiye for a pre-World Cup training camp, amid US visa uncertainty.
Trump drops IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7bn US anti-weaponisation fund
The new fund has led to widespread pushback from Democrats and government watchdog groups.
Abdullah bin Zayed meets UK Foreign Secretary, discusses strategic ties, regional developments
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Rt Hon Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.During the meeting, held as part of Sheikh Abdullah’s working visit to London, the two sides reviewed overall regional developments and the repercussions of the unprovoked Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilian sites and facilities in the UAE using missiles...
Trump eyes new White House lawn project that could reshape presidential travel
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering installing a White House helipad for Marine One, the latest potential update to the executive mansion’s grounds. "President Trump has continued to make improvements at the White House and all around D.C. to benefit future presidents and Americans," White House spokesman Davis Ingle told Fox News Digital when asked about the reported consideration on Monday morning. The White House did not reveal additional details on the matter. The helipad would...
College football player William Davis dead at 22
William Davis, a football player for the Sam Houston State Bearkats who transferred to the school after playing one year with the West Virginia Mountaineers, has died. He was 22.Sam Houston State head coach Phil Longo released a statement confirming the defensive back’s death on Sunday.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!"It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Will Davis," Longo said in a statement. "Will was a beloved member of our Bearkat foot...
Ruturaj Gaikwad: CSK's 'Arjuna' who refuses to attack
Among all batters who have faced at least 100 balls in the powerplay this season, Gaikwad has the lowest strike rate — 124.6. For comparison, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has scored at 244.51 and Abhishek Sharma at 228.87.
Maine county sees alarming spike in HIV cases, prompting action from health officials
A central Maine county's HIV outbreak has grown to 43 cases after two new infections were reported last week, prompting a response from public health officials and community organizations in the state.Both newly reported Penobscot County cases were diagnosed in April, the Bangor Daily News reported Monday. The outbreak, which began in October 2023, has far exceeded the county’s typical HIV case count. Penobscot County usually sees about two new HIV cases per year, according to the Maine Center f...
Iran makes new proposal for deal to end war, regional officials say
Tehran is said to have made or reiterated some concessions but source in mediator Pakistan appears pessimisticMiddle East crisis – live updatesIran has made a new proposal for a deal to definitively end the war in the Middle East, officials in the region said on Monday, though there was no sign of any immediate breakthrough in the stalled peace negotiations.A ceasefire has paused most violence after six weeks of US-Israeli airstrikes and Iranian retaliation, but there has been little progress si...
Trump, DOJ settle $10 billion lawsuit against IRS and Treasury Department over leaked tax returns
President Trump and the Justice Department reached a settlement Monday in his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department over his leaked tax returns. CBS News
Avanti West Coast to cut one in seven trains on its busiest intercity routes
Train operator says passenger demand will still be met as it trims summer timetable at government’s behestAvanti West Coast is to cut about one in seven trains on its busiest intercity routes this summer to reduce costs.The train operator said it was reducing its timetable between London Euston and Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester in response to a government request to lower spending. Continue reading...
Michelle Obama warns liberals against pigeonholing Trump voters, says they didn't know what else to do
Former first lady Michelle Obama warned against lecturing voters who supported President Donald Trump during a podcast interview on Sunday, and described their support for the president as an "act" of not knowing what else to do.Host of the "Talk Easy" podcast Sam Fragoso asked if her opinion of the country changed after Trump was elected in 2016 and again in 2024.Obama said she obviously felt disappointed by it, but that the outcome had to do with people's pain and where they are in their lives...
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment
HealthWatch Ebola strain in Congo, Uganda has no vaccine, no treatment for often deadly symptoms .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-healthwatch.jpg'); } By Nicole Brown Chau Nicole Brown Chau Deputy Managing Editor Nicole Brown Chau is a deputy managing editor for CBSNews.com. She writes and edits national news, health stories, explainers and more. Read Full Bio Nicole Brown Chau Updated on: May 18, 2026 / 1:13 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Googl...