Air France and Airbus Found Guilty in 2009 Crash Case
A French court found Air France and Airbus guilty of corporate manslaughter in the 2009 AF447 crash that killed 228 people, according to Al Jazeera and The Guardian.
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Nvidia’s Record $81.6B Revenue Fails to Satisfy Investors
Nvidia's record quarterly revenue of $81.6 billion failed to impress investors, as shares fell 1.6% in after-hours trading, according to BBC.
Channel 4 Boss ‘Deeply Sorry’ Over MAFS UK Rape Allegations
Channel 4's CEO has said she is 'deeply sorry' over the rape allegations from cast members on Married at First Sight UK, according to BBC.
SpaceX Files for $1.75tn IPO That Could Make Elon Musk a Trillionaire
Elon Musk's SpaceX has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) that could make the billionaire a trillionaire, according to a prospectus disclosed on Wednesday.
Tom Selleck’s Ferrari Fetches $345,000 at Auction
A red Ferrari 308 GTS used in the 1980s TV series 'Magnum P.I.' featuring Tom Selleck has been sold at auction for $345,000 in Palm Beach, Florida. The car was purchased by a German twin brother pair.
Meta Announces 10% Workforce Reduction and AI Investments
Meta Platforms, Inc. announced on May 20, 2026, that it will lay off approximately 8,000 employees—10% of its global workforce—as part of a restructuring plan focused on artificial intelligence (AI) development. The move comes amid a stock price decline and controversy over employee tracking tools.
Standard Chartered to cut thousands of roles as AI use increases
Standard Chartered has announced plans to cut more than 7,800 back-office roles by 2030 as it increases its use of artificial intelligence. The bank said the move is part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and profitability.
Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal
Nadia Marcinko, a girlfriend of Jeffrey Epstein, could be questioned despite a 2008 plea deal that granted her immunity. The BBC investigated her role in his life.
Greece to Pay Off €6.9 Billion, Reducing Debt Burden
Greece will make an early €6.9 billion debt repayment in June 2025, bringing its debt-to-GDP ratio below that of Italy for the first time since the 2010 bailouts, according to iefimerida.gr.
Ajay Mitchell Shines as Thunder Dominate Playoffs
Belgian guard Ajay Mitchell scored 24 points in Oklahoma City's latest playoff win, helping the Thunder maintain their dominance in the Western Conference.
Trump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ amid stalled talks
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran on Monday that 'the clock is ticking' and that 'there won’t be anything left' of the country if progress isn't made, according to a BBC report.
NextEra and Dominion in $116B Energy Merger Talks
NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy are reportedly in talks to merge, creating the world’s largest regulated electric utility. The transaction, valued at around $116 billion including debt, would combine assets across the East Coast and offshore wind projects.
US Says China to Buy $17B in Agricultural Goods Annually
The White House said China will purchase at least $17 billion worth of agricultural goods from the United States annually through 2028, following talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Iran Executions Surge: 32 Political Prisoners Put to Death Since February
The voice of Mehrab Abdollahzadeh, a political prisoner in Iran, may be the last time people hear his voice, according to a voice note obtained by the Kurdistan Human Rights Network.
Tunisians Rally Amid Economic Crisis and Political Tensions
Hundreds of Tunisians marched through the capital on May 17, 2026, to protest a worsening economic crisis and alleged political repression, according to Al Jazeera.