U.S. and Zambia Feud: Trump Health Aid Deal Stalls Over Critical Minerals
The tussle put a spotlight on the administration’s attempt to replace the United States Agency for International Development with a new, “America First” alternative.
Day: May 8, 2026
OSINTEL Of The Day: A new 052DL "Extended Mod" Class Destroyer Nearing Completion At Dalian Shipyard
Photos from May 6th 2026. Folks from the Chinese-Internet ™ are predicting end of 2026 for this new Type052DL DDG being commissioned into the PLAN.
Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes keep investors on edge
Asia stocks broadly traded lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire.
Tree crushes Michigan home just one day after sale was agreed: ‘I can’t believe how bad it was’
The home’s previous owner — not the new buyer — will likely bear the cost of repairs
MercadoLibre reports Q1 revenue up 49% YoY to $8.8B, vs. $8.4B est., and net income down 16% to $417M, vs. $433M est.; MELI drops 5%+ after hours (Bloomberg)
Bloomberg:
MercadoLibre reports Q1 revenue up 49% YoY to $8.8B, vs. $8.4B est., and net income down 16% to $417M, vs. $433M est.; MELI drops 5%+ after hours — Shares in e-commerce and fintech giant MercadoLibre Inc. slipped after pr…
“He just kissed me”: IShowSpeed left horrified as chaotic livestream moment explodes across social media
A viral clip from IShowSpeed’s Dominican Republic livestream has sparked massive online discussion after a fan unexpectedly tried to kiss the streamer during a crowded bus interaction. Security quickly intervened, while the shocked creator repeatedly q…
‘He’s insane’: Trump ruthlessly mocked after calling retaliatory Iran strikes a ‘love tap’
Trump described U.S. military strikes against Iran on Thursday as a “love tap,” prompting scathing ridicule and skepticism that the attack didn’t violate a delicate ceasefire. “President Trump tells me in a phone call the retaliatory strikes against I…
DNA helps tie suspect to cold-case murder of teen who vanished walking to a convenience store
Bobby Charles Taylor Sr., 60, is charged with murder in the 1986 murder of 16-year-old Deanna Ogg
Iran war live: Trump says ceasefire still ‘in effect’ as Iran, US clash
Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting Iranian vessels and carrying out strikes on coastal areas.
ShinyHunters Defaces Canvas LMS Portal, Thousands of Universities Affected
ShinyHunters hackers defaced the official Canvas LMS portal after breaching Instructure systems, disrupting university access worldwide.