'We all are going to die': Sen. Ernst offers bleak response to grilling over Medicaid

Disney’s Lilo & Stitch remake has officially dethroned Sinners to claim the No. 2 spot at the 2025 box office, while Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning continues to hold strong. The two blockbusters helped drive a historic Memorial Day weekend for theaters, proving audiences still love big-screen spectacles—whether they’re heartwarming family adventures or high-octane spy thrillers.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about bragging rights for Disney or Tom Cruise—it’s a sign that moviegoing isn’t going anywhere. After years of streaming wars and "Are theaters dead?" debates, a record-breaking holiday weekend shows people still crave the shared experience of a packed cinema. Plus, Lilo & Stitch’s success hints at nostalgia’s enduring power, even in a sea of reboots.

A violent incident in Boulder, Colorado left eight people injured after a man allegedly threw an incendiary device into a crowd gathered for a rally supporting Israeli hostages in Gaza. Witnesses reported the suspect shouted "Free Palestine" during the attack, which the FBI is now investigating as an act of terrorism. The suspect, 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, appears to have targeted the pro-Israel demonstration deliberately.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just another local crime story—it's a disturbing example of how global tensions, like the Israel-Palestine conflict, can spill over into violence on American soil. The fact that the FBI is treating it as terrorism suggests authorities see it as politically motivated, not random. For communities already on edge over rising hate crimes and polarized debates, this attack underscores how volatile the situation has become. It also raises tough questions about how law enforcement handles ideologically driven violence in an election year.

A minor earthquake, measuring 2.4 on the Richter scale, shook Long Beach late Sunday night. It happened just before midnight, but there’s no word yet on any damage or injuries.

Editor’s Note: While a 2.4 quake is pretty small—most people might not even feel it—it’s a reminder that seismic activity is always a possibility in California. For locals, it’s just another blip in the region’s earthquake history, but scientists might take note if it’s part of a larger pattern.

Canadians have long been seen as friendly neighbors, but recent polling shows a sharp decline in how they view the U.S.—with two-thirds now calling America "unfriendly" or an "enemy," and over 60% boycotting U.S. companies. While Trump's polarizing rhetoric (like joking about annexing Canada) hasn't helped, the article suggests deeper tensions are at play beyond just one administration.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just about Trump—it's a sign of a broader rift. When even traditionally warm allies like Canada sour on the U.S., it hints at bigger shifts in diplomacy, trade, and cultural ties. Plus, if boycotts stick, it could hit businesses where it hurts.

China is firing back at Trump’s claims that Beijing violated their trade ceasefire, arguing instead that it’s the U.S. whose actions are sabotaging the temporary peace. The two economic giants are now trading blame, raising fresh doubts about whether they can resolve their trade war before the 90-day deadline.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just diplomatic finger-pointing—it’s a sign that tensions could escalate again, which would mean more market uncertainty, higher costs for businesses, and potential price hikes for consumers. If the truce collapses, the global economy could take another hit.