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Stabbing at Washington state high school wounds 6, including suspect, police say

A Tacoma high school student has been booked on five counts of first-degree assault after four students and an adult security guard were injured in a stabbing at the school.

Juror who helped convict man in fatal stabbing accused in knife attack days later: report

A juror who helped convict a man in a fatal stabbing is accused of a knife attack days later, allegedly telling victims he was “sent by Jesus" and raising questions about the verdict.

FBI says trucker found dead after suspected hijacking; key details remain unclear

The FBI confirmed a truck driver who disappeared during a suspected vehicle hijacking along Interstate 95 has been found dead in coastal Georgia.

Heart-stopping video shows officers use unlikely tool to save family trapped in floodwaters

North Texas police used jumper cables to save a mother trapped in rushing floodwaters while her children were pulled to safety during flash flooding.

Meta raises specter of shutting down service to New Mexico in legal clash over child safety

Meta is raising the prospect of shutting down social media services in New Mexico in response to a push by state prosecutors for fundamental changes to platforms, including Instagram, to protect the mental health and safety of children.

Habitat for Humanity is developing a new Atlanta community with help from the Carters' initiative

Two years after his death, President Jimmy Carter is still inspiring Habitat for Humanity's efforts to build more affordable housing in the U.S. Over five days in May, nearly 1,000 volunteers with the international nonprofit will finish building 24 new housing units in Atlanta.

Stabbing at Washington state high school wounds 6, including suspect, police say

A Tacoma high school student has been booked on five counts of first-degree assault after four students and an adult security guard were injured in a stabbing at the school.

Around the world

Iran turmoil erupts: Ultra-hardliner who mocked Trump poised to take over nuclear talks

Reports say veteran hardliner Saeed Jalili may replace Ghalibaf on Iran's negotiating team, deepening fractures within the regime's political leadership.

Hormuz crisis spurs $24B Iraq trade corridor as Gulf routes shift

Rising Strait of Hormuz tensions fuel Iraq's $24 billion Development Road and other alternative Gulf-to-Europe trade routes, analyst says now.

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country.

Brazil’s Congress overrides Lula's veto of a bill to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence

Brazil’s Congress has voted to override a presidential veto and reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence.

Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities

Iran's supreme leader says the Islamic Republic will protect its nuclear and missile capabilities as a national asset.

Israeli forces intercept Gaza aid flotilla and plans to drop off activists in Greece

Activists attempting to break Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza say Israeli forces have intercepted their flotilla near the southern Greek island of Crete.

Israel defense chief warns strikes on Iran could resume soon, signals campaign not over

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warns military action against Iran may resume soon, saying Tehran has suffered severe blows throughout the past year.

Technology

Your leadership team isn’t ready for AI. Here’s a 90-day plan to change that

In March 2026, Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey told CNBC that AI had significantly influenced his decision to step down from his post. The company needed, in his words, “someone with the energy to pursue a completely new transformation of the enterprise.

Netflix goes vertical with its new mobile app

The next time you open Netflix’s app, it may look a lot more like YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok. That’s no accident: On April 29, the streaming service begins rolling out its biggest mobile redesign in years, with a major focus on vertical video. Netflix is launching the new mobile UI in the U.S.

Ann Arbor is rolling out city-owned solar and batteries at homes. It can help lower electric bills

Electric bills are rising in Ann Arbor, Michigan, just like in other cities. But a new city program is starting to install city-owned solar panels and batteries at homes, a move that could save some residents hundreds a year. The first projects are underway now.

Network jobs watch: Hiring, skills and certification trends

Network and infrastructure roles continue to shift as enterprises adopt technologies such as AI-driven network operations, multicloud networking, zero trust network access (ZTNA), and SD-WAN.

Oracle NetSuite announces AI coding skills for SuiteCloud developers

Oracle NetSuite is adding AI capabilities to SuiteCloud to help developers customize its ERP platform faster using natural language prompts.

After the illusion: what enterprise AI must become

In a previous piece, I argued that large language models are not enterprise architecture. The response was clear: that argument is hard to dismiss. The harder question is what comes next: “if not this, then what?”  It’s the right question. Because the problem was never that AI doesn’t work.

The AI industry’s massive bet on transformer models may not be enough for true AGI

Welcome to AI Decoded, Fast Company’s weekly newsletter that breaks down the most important news in the world of AI. You can sign up to receive this newsletter every week via email here.

Sports News

Trump weighs in on LIV Golf, PGA Tour after Saudis pull funding of startup league

President Donald Trump reacted to LIV Golf losing Saudi PIF funding, saying golfers should reunite on the PGA Tour, and fans want to see the best players face each other.

Joey Chestnut reveals foods he won't eat in competition as he tours minor league stadiums for local delicacies

Joey Chestnut says raw oysters and bull testicles are off limits as the competitive eating legend tours minor league ballparks for a new food challenge.

Fever's Sophie Cunningham has priceless reaction to Blake Shelton showing up to practice

Country star Blake Shelton visited the Indiana Fever's practice, leaving Sophie Cunningham starstruck in a video posted to the team's X account.

2026 Kentucky Derby: Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's Expert Picks, Best Bets

"The Bear" gets you primed and ready for the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Here's every little thing you need to know.

Joel Embiid is the only 76er worth trusting with Philadelphia's back against the wall

Celtics vs. 76ers Game 6 preview breaks down the NBA playoff series, Philadelphia's struggles, and a sports betting pick on Joel Embiid's scoring.

Trump weighs in on LIV Golf, PGA Tour after Saudis pull funding of startup league

President Donald Trump reacted to LIV Golf losing Saudi PIF funding, saying golfers should reunite on the PGA Tour, and fans want to see the best players face each other.

Joey Chestnut reveals foods he won't eat in competition as he tours minor league stadiums for local delicacies

Joey Chestnut says raw oysters and bull testicles are off limits as the competitive eating legend tours minor league ballparks for a new food challenge.

Politics News

Crockett ripped for latest 'low IQ' jab at paralyzed Texas governor following ‘Hot Wheels’ fallout

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott "uniquely disabled" on a broadcast, sparking backlash and accusations of hypocrisy.

Trump calls Sen Bill Cassidy 'very disloyal' and urges Louisiana voters to replace him over nominee fight

President Trump calls Sen. Bill Cassidy very disloyal for opposing Casey Means' Surgeon General nomination and urges Louisiana voters to replace him.

Congress extends controversial spy law for 45 days after Senate rejects House bill

The House approved a Senate-passed 45-day extension of FISA Section 702 punting a long-term solution to the controversial spying program until Congress returns in May.

GOP lawmakers seek to defund HBCU after it canceled Republican's commencement speech

GOP lawmakers in South Carolina seek to strip funding from the state's only public HBCU after it rescinded GOP Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette's invitation to speak at commencement ceremony.

Trump pulls Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination. New pick is radiologist Nicole Saphier

President Donald Trump says he's nominating former Fox News Channel contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for surgeon general after Dr. Casey Means’ path forward stalled in the Senate.

Politics Friday: Taking stock of Minnesota's session, campaign as May decision points near

May will be a critical month for state lawmakers and for candidates for a range of Minnesota elective offices. The end of the legislative session and the state party endorsing conventions are closing in. Friday at noon, we’ll check in on both.

Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats

The redrawn congressional district lines that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon sign into law are intended to help Republicans pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in November — a scenario that would cost some Democrats their seats.