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Al Jazeera English May 26

Bilgi University in Istanbul Reopens Following Protests

Bilgi University in Istanbul has reopened following protests against a closure decree. Students celebrated the decision, which allows the university to continue its operations mid-year.

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The Daily Beast May 25

Rachel Ward Responds to Comments on Her Appearance at Age 68

Rachel Ward, at 68, responded to negative comments about her appearance following an Instagram video without makeup. In an interview, she expressed her indifference to societal pressures regarding aging and emphasized her fulfillment in life beyond physical looks.

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Fox News — Latest May 25

Bill Carter Claims Trump Involved in Cancellation of Stephen Colbert's Show

Bill Carter, a longtime reporter, claimed that President Donald Trump was involved in the cancellation of Stephen Colbert's show, citing Trump's critical response to the series finale. Carter expressed concern about the implications of this involvement and accused CBS of not being independent in their decision-making, despite the network citing financial reasons for the cancellation.

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PBS NewsHour May 25

Pope Leo advocates for regulation of artificial intelligence in encyclical

In his inaugural encyclical, Pope Leo called for significant regulation of artificial intelligence, advocating for measures to address potential dangers like war and economic instability. His remarks were further analyzed in a discussion with Christopher Hale.

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PBS NewsHour May 25

Ohio volunteers honor graves of Revolutionary War veterans

Volunteers in Ohio are locating and honoring the graves of Revolutionary War veterans as part of Memorial Day observances. This project aligns with the celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.

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PBS NewsHour May 25

Mina Kimes Discusses Hosting the Scripps National Spelling Bee

The Scripps National Spelling Bee will start on Tuesday in Washington, D.C., with 247 finalists participating. Mina Kimes from ESPN will host the event and discussed her role in an interview with Amna Nawaz.

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New York Post May 25

National Memorial Day Observance Held in Arlington National Cemetery

The National Memorial Day Observance was held on May 25, 2026, at Arlington National Cemetery. This annual event honors the sacrifices of fallen military personnel.

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NPR — Top Stories May 25

CBS Withdraws Copyright Challenges Against Stephen Colbert's Show Appearance

CBS and Paramount have retracted their copyright challenges concerning Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show. This decision comes after Colbert ended his tenure as host of "The Late Show" on May 25, 2026.

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New York Post May 25

Lindsie Chrisley Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in Georgia

Lindsie Chrisley was arrested in Georgia on May 25, 2026, on suspicion of DUI. She is recognized for her role in the reality television series "Chrisley Knows Best."

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New York Post May 25

Lindsie Chrisley Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in Georgia

Lindsie Chrisley was arrested in Georgia for suspected DUI. The incident occurred over the weekend.

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New York Post May 25

Lizzo responds to claims of supporting Kanye West in feud with Taylor Swift

Lizzo has responded to allegations that she was taking Kanye West's side in his dispute with Taylor Swift. The allegations stemmed from her being seen singing along to West's song 'Famous.'

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apnews.com May 25

Pope Leo XIV Issues Apology for Vatican's Role in Slavery

Pope Leo XIV apologized for the Vatican's historical role in legitimizing slavery during a speech on May 25, 2026. In his encyclical "Magnifica Humanitas," he linked past injustices to contemporary issues related to artificial intelligence and called for robust regulations. The apology has been welcomed by scholars and activists advocating for recognition of the church's involvement in slavery.

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New York Post May 25

Tiger Woods posts on social media following DUI arrest

Tiger Woods has returned to social media with his first post since being arrested for DUI on March 27, 2026, after a rollover crash in Florida. This marks his first public communication since the incident.

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New York Post May 25

Will Levis reportedly paid to remove intimate video from the internet

Will Levis' mother revealed that he spent a considerable amount of money to eliminate an intimate video from the internet. This situation arose after his personal device was hacked by an Eastern European group.

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New York Times — US May 25

Clarence B. Jones, Key Figure in Civil Rights Movement, Passes Away at 95

Clarence B. Jones, a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, has passed away at the age of 95. He was instrumental in organizing protests and legal strategies during the 1960s.

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The Daily Beast May 25

Nicolas Cage Discusses Directors He Hasn't Worked With

In a recent interview, Nicolas Cage discussed his experiences with several well-known directors, highlighting that David O. Russell was the only one to offer him a second chance after he declined a role. Cage mentioned that other directors, such as Christopher Nolan and Woody Allen, did not contact him again after he turned them down. He is set to star as John Madden in the upcoming film Madden, scheduled for release in November.

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New York Post May 25

Stephen Colbert appears on Michigan public access show after 'Late Show' finale

Stephen Colbert hosted an episode of the public access show 'Only in Monroe' in Michigan on May 25, 2026, following the conclusion of his CBS program, 'The Late Show.' This unexpected return occurred just a day after his show's finale.

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New York Post May 25

Pat McAfee and wife welcome son after emergency C-section

ESPN personality Pat McAfee and his wife Samantha have welcomed their son, Midas Robert, after Samantha underwent an emergency C-section. The event took place on the night of May 25, 2026.

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Al Jazeera English May 25

Pope emphasizes need for regulation of artificial intelligence ownership

Pope Leo has called for the regulation of artificial intelligence ownership in his first encyclical. He argues that data related to AI should not be controlled exclusively by private entities to mitigate risks associated with its use.

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New York Post May 25

Child discovers 1,700-year-old Roman relic at Israeli museum

A child found a 1,700-year-old Roman statuette fragment while visiting a museum in Israel. The discovery was made during a show-and-tell event.

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