Politics

Public Health

Infectious diseases such as hantavirus and Ebola becoming more frequent and damaging, say experts

Infectious diseases such as hantavirus and Ebola are becoming more frequent and damaging, according to the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB).

WH News May 18, 2026

Política de EE.UU.

Primarias de Kentucky 2026: Cursos clave y horarios

La candidatura de Donald Trump contra el congresista republicano Thomas Massie ha convertido la primaria del Distrito 4 de Kentucky en una de las más observadas de las elecciones intermedias de 2026, según Al Jazeera.

WH News May 18, 2026

Africa

Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices

Four people have been killed and at least 30 injured in protests linked to Kenya's nationwide transport strikes against recent increases in the cost of fuel, according to the interior minister.

WH News May 18, 2026

Football

Purple pain: backlash over Mexico City’s ‘axolotlisation’ for World Cup

Residents in Mexico City are criticizing the city's 'axolotlisation' efforts, which involve painting infrastructure purple to promote the Fifa World Cup. According to The Guardian, many argue the funds could be better spent on fixing infrastructure issues.

WH News May 18, 2026

US Politics

Kentucky 2026 Primaries: Key Races and $20M Spent

Donald Trump’s challenge to Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has made Kentucky’s 4th District primary one of the most closely watched races of the 2026 midterm season, according to Al Jazeera.

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US Politics

Philippines Launches Duterte Impeachment Trial

The Philippine Senate has begun the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte amid political turmoil, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News May 18, 2026

IA

Exdirector de Google Eric Schmidt abucheado al mencionar IA

Eric Schmidt fue abucheado durante un discurso de graduación al referirse a la inteligencia artificial, según NBC News y Ecosistema Startup.

WH News May 18, 2026

Diplomacy & Trade

Belgian Ex-Diplomat Dies Before Standing Trial Over 1961 Murder of Congolese Leader

A 93-year-old Belgian former diplomat, Étienne Davignon, who was ordered to stand trial for alleged involvement in the 1961 murder of Congolese leader Patrice Lumumba, has died before he could face charges.

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AI

Eric Schmidt Booed at Graduation for AI Remarks

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt was met with sustained boos during a graduation speech when he referenced artificial intelligence, according to NBC News and Ecosistema Startup.

WH News May 18, 2026

US Politics

Shakira Wins £50m Tax Refund from Spanish Government

A Spanish court has ruled that singer Shakira is entitled to a £50m tax refund from the Spanish government, according to BBC.

WH News May 18, 2026

Elecciones

Massie enfrenta desafío respaldado por Trump

Un PAC pro-Trump lanzó una campaña de 1 millón de dólares contra el republicano Thomas Massie de Kentucky.

WH News May 18, 2026

US Politics

MAGA Kentucky launches ad against Massie in bid to unseat GOP rep – Straight Arrow News

A pro-Trump super PAC has launched a $1 million ad campaign against Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky, following President Donald Trump’s call to recruit a primary challenger to unseat him.

WH News May 18, 2026

Elections

Thomas Massie Faces Trump-Backed Primary Challenge

A pro-Trump super PAC has launched a $1 million ad campaign against Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky, following President Donald Trump’s public call for voters to 'fire Massie.'

WH News May 18, 2026

Public Health

CDC to escalate Ebola response after WHO declares emergency

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is escalating its response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda after the World Health Organization declared it a public health emergency.

WH News May 18, 2026

Africa

ISWAP and Boko Haram Reshape Lake Chad Basin Amid Escalating Violence

The killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, second-in-command of ISIL, by US and Nigerian forces highlights the complex insecurity in the Lake Chad Basin, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News May 18, 2026