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Man killed by 13ft great white shark in Western Australia

A 38-year-old man was killed by a 13ft (4m) great white shark in Western Australia on Saturday. The attack occurred at Horseshoe Reef near Rottnest Island, according to police.

WH News May 16, 2026

Europe

Switzerland to Open Secret Files on Auschwitz ‘Angel of Death’ Mengele

Switzerland will open long-sealed files on Nazi war criminal Josef Mengele, but the timing remains unspecified. According to the BBC, the Swiss Federal Intelligence Service made the announcement, sparking renewed interest in Mengele's potential connections to the country.

WH News May 16, 2026

Middle East

Activists hang Palestinian flag on the Eiffel Tower for Nakba Day

Members of Extinction Rebellion France scaled the Eiffel Tower on the 78th anniversary of the Nakba and hung a Palestinian flag in protest against Israel’s actions in Gaza, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News May 16, 2026

US Politics

Mahmoud Khalil Calls for Deportation Halted Over Evidence

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers have called for the termination of his deportation case, citing new evidence that suggests the Trump Administration may have influenced its outcome, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News May 15, 2026

Europe

AI Vigilante Trap Snares Alleged Paedophile in France

A retired French sports teacher has been taken into custody after allegedly making sexual propositions to a 14-year-old girl, who was later revealed to be an AI-generated persona operated by an influencer specializing in entrapment, according to BBC.

WH News May 15, 2026

Celebridades

Jason Biggs y Jenny Mollen anuncian su separación tras 18 años

Jason Biggs y Jenny Mollen han confirmado su separación tras 18 años de matrimonio, pero siguen en 'buenos términos' y enfocados en criar juntos a sus dos hijos.

WH News May 15, 2026

Prominente

Jason Biggs und Jenny Mollen trennen sich nach 18 Jahren

„American Pie“-Star Jason Biggs und seine Ehefrau Jenny Mollen haben ihre Trennung nach 18 Jahren bestätigt. Sie bleiben auf „guten Beziehungen“.

WH News May 15, 2026

Celebrity

Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen Split After 18 Years, Remain ‘Connected’

“American Pie” star Jason Biggs and his wife Jenny Mollen have confirmed their separation after 18 years of marriage, but remain on 'great terms' and focused on co-parenting their two sons, according to their representative.

WH News May 15, 2026

US Politics

US Supreme Court Restores Abortion Pill Access for Now

The US Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking limitations imposed by a Louisiana court. The ruling comes as part of ongoing litigation, according to BBC.

WH News May 15, 2026

Music

Drake’s ‘Iceman’ and Three Surprise Albums Fuel 2026 Music Season

Drake released his new album 'Iceman' on May 15, 2026, followed by surprise drops of two additional projects—'Habibti' and 'Maid of Honour.' The album arrives after a 928-day gap, the longest between any of his solo releases.

WH News May 15, 2026

US Politics

Alex Murdaugh murder convictions overturned: retrial ordered

The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions, ordering a new trial after allegations of jury tampering. The decision comes after a six-week trial in 2023 resulted in a life sentence for the former attorney.

WH News May 15, 2026

Leaders

The Boys Season 5 Finale: A Controversial End to a Prolonged Saga

The final episode of The Boys season 5 will be released on Wednesday, 20 May on Prime Video, marking the conclusion of a seven-year series known for its dark satire of the superhero genre.

WH News May 15, 2026

Leaders

Wes Streeting Resignation Letter Sparks Leadership Speculation

Wes Streeting's resignation from the UK government has intensified speculation about a potential leadership challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, according to Time Magazine.

WH News May 15, 2026

Leaders

Bolsonaro’s Son Seeks $26.8m for Father’s Biopic

Flávio Bolsonaro, a leading rightwing presidential candidate in Brazil, has been caught on tape asking a jailed banker for $26.8m (£20m) to fund a film about his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro, according to a report by The Guardian.

WH News May 14, 2026

Americas

CIA Director Meets Cuban Officials in Havana for Talks

CIA director John Ratcliffe met Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday to improve dialogue between the US and Cuba, according to the Cuban government.

WH News May 14, 2026