World May 17 What to know about the Ebola outbreak that has grown into a global health emergency By Chinedu Asadu, Associated Press
World May 17 Drone attack starts fire at UAE nuclear power plant No one claimed responsibility, and the UAE did not blame anyone for what it said was an “unprovoked terrorist attack.” It has recently accused Iran of launching drone and missile attacks as tensions have risen over the Strait of Hormuz,… By Jon Gambrell, Samy Magdy, Associated Press
World May 17 Taiwan's president defends U.S. arms purchases after Trump sowed doubts following visit to China His statement came days after Trump raised doubts over his willingness to continue to sell arms to Taiwan, the island democracy that China claims as its own breakaway province, to be retaken by force if necessary. By Associated Press
World May 17 Peru's Fujimori and Sánchez to meet in June 7 presidential runoff The final vote count was released Friday, but it had to be confirmed by Peru's National Elections Board to set the second round as none of the candidates received more than half the valid votes. By Associated Press
World May 17 Large Ukrainian drone strikes kill at least 4 people in Russia At least 12 other people were wounded. Russian drone strikes on Ukraine overnight wounded eight people, Ukrainian authorities said. By Samya Kullab, Associated Press
May 17 Venezuela deports Maduro ally to U.S. for criminal proceedings By Joshua Goodman, Associated Press The decision marks a stark reversal for Alex Saab, who Maduro fought tooth and nail to bring home after his previous international arrest in 2020. Continue reading
May 17 WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a global health emergency By Chinedu Asadu, Associated Press More than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths have been reported. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatments or vaccines. Continue reading
May 16 Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with 'Bangaranga' By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Dara beat 24 other competitors during Saturday’s grand final in Vienna. The song’s infectious beats and tightly choreographed dance routine was a hit with both viewers. Continue reading
May 16 Rwandan genocide suspect dies in custody in The Hague By Associated Press Félicien Kabuga, 91, was accused of encouraging and bankrolling the mass killing of Rwanda’s Tutsi minority. His trial began in 2022, nearly three decades after the 100-day massacre that left 800,000 dead. Continue reading
May 16 Vehicle rams into pedestrians in Italy, injuring at least 8 people By Associated Press The driver, a 31-year-old man, was detained and questioned in the city of Modena. Authorities are investigating whether he was under the influence or acted deliberately. Continue reading