From protester disruptions at a Trump rally and the departure of US intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard to new, stricter green card immigration policies and President Trump's promise to send troops to Poland, the US political landscape and its global engagements are marked by turbulence, with Rubio expressing skepticism about Cuba diplomacy and sanctions against a Tanzanian official.

• Protester with ‘Trump is a war criminal’ banner removed from Trump rally in New York state – US politics live — The Guardian -
• The turbulent 15 months of Trump’s unlikely US intelligence director — The Guardian -
• US green card applicants will now have to return to home countries to apply, DHS says — The Guardian -

• Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia — BBC World -
• Europeans Remain Wary After Trump Promises to Send Troops to Poland — New York Times World -
• Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair as Trump faces backlash over economy — The Guardian -
• US judge dismisses criminal indictment against Kilmar Ábrego García — The Guardian -
• Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of national intelligence — BBC World -
• US intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard leaving post after rocky tenure — The Guardian -
• Trump is putting pressure on Cuba - why and to what end? — BBC World -
• Trump says he will miss son’s wedding to stay in DC during ‘important time’ — The Guardian -
• Texas Democratic candidate condemned for comments about ‘prison for American Zionists’ — The Guardian -
• US concerned Russian campaign against Baltics could ‘spark into something bigger’, says Rubio – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Marco Rubio: Trump ‘disappointment’ with Nato will be discussed at summit — The Guardian -
• Rubio tries to reassure Nato allies over US troop deployments — BBC World -
• Cuba Celebrates Raúl Castro After the U.S. Accuses Him of Murder — New York Times World -
• Trump’s pick for surgeon general sells supplement with ingredient banned by Pentagon — The Guardian -
• All charges against Chicago protesters dropped in latest ICE case to unravel — The Guardian -
• Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows — BBC World -
• Progressive Democrats criticize 2024 election autopsy for silence on Gaza | First Thing — The Guardian -
• Cubans grapple with fuel shortages and blackouts as US steps up pressure — BBC World -
• Rubio doubtful of diplomacy with Cuba as Trump renews threat of military action — The Guardian -
• US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists — BBC World -
• Rubio says Cuba is threat to US as Havana accuses him of 'lies' — BBC World -
• In Jab at Trump, Mexico Targets Foreign Election Meddling — New York Times World -
• Ro Khanna, AOC criticize Democrats’ 2024 election postmortem for not mentioning Israel’s war in Gaza – as it happened — The Guardian -
• 'No means no': Greenlanders protest against Trump outside new US consulate — BBC World -
• Trump is supporting Spencer Pratt in the LA mayor’s race. It may be a poison pill — The Guardian -

Amidst allegations of abuse by Israeli forces against Gaza flotilla activists and Russia's vow of retaliation against Ukraine, diplomatic efforts are intensifying to secure a US-Iran cease-fire, while NATO allies are urged to 'show teeth' against Russian provocations and US arms sales to Taiwan are paused due to the Iran war.

• Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained — BBC World -
• Russia's Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory — BBC World -
• Regional Mediators Rush to Save U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire — New York Times World -

• Czech president urges Nato to ‘show its teeth’ over Russia’s provocations — The Guardian -
• Qatar sends mediators to Tehran in sign talks to reopen strait of Hormuz are reaching climax — The Guardian -
• Gaza flotilla activists allege sexual assault and rape in Israeli detention — The Guardian -
• Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station — The Guardian -
• Flotilla video: Ben-Gvir’s template of televised abuse was honed on Palestinians — The Guardian -
• Nato chief welcomes US sending 5,000 troops to Poland — BBC World -
• US arms sales to Taiwan on ‘pause’ due to Iran war, says acting navy chief — The Guardian -
• In West Bank, Latest Victim of Israeli Settler Violence Shocks in a New Way — New York Times World -
• Before Europe Anoints Someone to Talk to Putin, It Debates What to Talk About — New York Times World -
• From General to Governor: Putin Pushes a ‘New Elite’ of War Veterans — New York Times World -
• US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war — BBC World -
• Friday briefing: ​As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power? — The Guardian -
• Iran and Oman in Talks Over Strait of Hormuz Ship Payment System — New York Times World -
• House Republicans cancel vote on war powers resolution to end US war in Iran — The Guardian -
• Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel as backlash over treatment grows — BBC World -
• Germany Charges Two Men With Plotting to Kill Jewish Leaders on Iran’s Behalf — New York Times World -

A burgeoning Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has prompted a 'very high' risk assessment from the WHO and the postponement of an Africa summit, while Europe braces for record-breaking May heatwaves and deadly floods and landslides impact China.

• Ebola risk raised to 'very high' in DR Congo — BBC World -
• Suspected Ebola cases triple in a week as WHO warns of rapid spread in DRC — The Guardian -
• UK scientists developing Ebola vaccine that could be ready for trials in months — BBC World -

• On the Ground in South Sudan: Why Akobo Faces an Ebola Risk — New York Times World -
• Health alerts for bank holiday weekend as record May heat forecast in UK — The Guardian -
• Digested week: memories of Covid resurface with hantavirus and Ebola news — The Guardian -
• Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo — BBC World -
• ‘Full-on summer heat’: western Europe braces for unusually high temperatures — The Guardian -
• Britain braces for busy roads as May bank holiday temperatures set to pass 30C — The Guardian -
• UN’s climate crisis vote shows political momentum is growing, say experts — The Guardian -
• Deadly Measles Outbreak Sickens Thousands of Children in Bangladesh — New York Times World -
• Weather tracker: Heavy rain triggers flooding and landslides in parts of China — The Guardian -
• Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears — BBC World -
• Sea foam may look sinister but it is mostly harmless and natural — The Guardian -

The UK proposed a single market for goods with the EU, Alberta announced a referendum on separation from Canada, and Australia revealed plans for retail fuel rationing, while domestic issues included a new code of practice on transgender rights and an investigation into former Prince Andrew's alleged sexual misconduct.

• Police drop case against artist who depicted high-profile Australians in uniforms with Nazi symbols — The Guardian -
• UK pitched single market for goods with EU in pursuit of deeper trade ties — The Guardian -
• Carney says Alberta is 'essential' to Canada as province plans vote on separation — BBC World -

• Alberta Will Vote on a Possible Referendum to Separate From Canada. Here’s What to Know. — New York Times World -
• State-sponsored apprenticeships and decriminalising cannabis on the bill at Victoria’s Labor conference — The Guardian -
• ‘Kind of humiliating’: trans community responds to EHRC’s new code of practice — The Guardian -
• PM says Alberta ‘essential’ to Canada as separatists push for independence — The Guardian -
• Soft power sell-off: anger as British Council announces sale of historic Madrid building — The Guardian -
• Wes Streeting insists he can win Labour leadership race despite ‘underdog’ status — The Guardian -
• Burnham says politics ‘needs new script’ and vows to change Labour if elected as Makerfield MP – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Australian government plans for ‘worst-case scenario’ retail fuel rationing, documents reveal — The Guardian -
• Alberta Separation: What to Know Ahead of Oct. 19 Vote on Staying in Canada — New York Times World -
• Burnham starts byelection campaign with thinly veiled pitch for No 10 — The Guardian -
• Palantir hits back at Sadiq Khan after £50m contract with Met police blocked — The Guardian -
• Jury discharged at trial of men accused of murdering child abuser Ian Watkins — The Guardian -
• In Berlin, Cars Are a Culture War Flashpoint — New York Times World -
• Police Investigation of Former Prince Andrew Examines Reports of Sexual Misconduct — New York Times World -
• ‘He’s a natural’: Andy Burnham’s allies give his social media style a thumbs up — The Guardian -
• Healey asks Farage if any of £5m gift may have come from Russia-linked profits — The Guardian -
• Why Islamophobic, Antisemitic and Racist Crimes Are Rising in the UK — New York Times World -
• UK borrows more than forecast in April as inflation adds to benefits bill — The Guardian -
• Tony Abbott to become new Liberal party president in former PM’s return to political frontlines — The Guardian -
• Biggest drop in petrol purchases in six years hits retail sales in Great Britain — The Guardian -
• Record number of complaints to police watchdog after Herzog protest – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Green party candidate for Makerfield byelection withdraws after nine hours — The Guardian -
• English Heritage unveils recreation of 4,500-year-old Neolithic hall near Stonehenge — The Guardian -
• Britain vs. Bonds — New York Times World -
• Police appeal for information about alleged sexual misconduct in Andrew investigation — The Guardian -
• Ditched government projects lost taxpayer £6.6bn last year, watchdog says — The Guardian -
• Families secure future of UK children’s care home after uncovering management failures — The Guardian -
• Victims’ commissioner to step in after Southport parents say support ‘woeful’ — The Guardian -
• Alberta to hold referendum on whether to remain in Canada — BBC World -
• Last Australian women and children linked to IS leave Syrian camp before expected return home – report — The Guardian -
• Labor MPs expect eventual concessions for startups after backlash to CGT changes — The Guardian -

SpaceX successfully launched its largest rocket yet, while Waymo temporarily paused robotaxi services due to unexpected incidents, and the Pentagon released more UFO videos, alongside major corporate news like Shein acquiring Everlane and Standard Chartered addressing AI-driven job cuts.

• SpaceX launches its biggest rocket yet in test flight from Texas — The Guardian -
• Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after cars drive into flooded roads — BBC World -
• Pentagon releases second batch of UFO videos and first-hand testimony — The Guardian -

• Chinese fast-fashion company Shein to buy eco-friendly retailer Everlane — The Guardian -
• Estée Lauder ends merger talks with Gaultier owner Puig — The Guardian -
• Standard Chartered boss apologises for ‘lower-value human capital’ comments amid job cuts — The Guardian -
• AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor's career, say police — BBC World -
• A New Era of Exploring the Universe in Radio — New York Times World -
• Musk's SpaceX postpones Starship launch as mega share sale looms — BBC World -
• Guzman y Gomez exits US after succumbing to ‘graveyard’ for Australian fast food chains — The Guardian -

The passing of TV presenter Judith Chalmers and Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini marked cultural losses, while Taliban decrees formalized child marriage in Afghanistan, and Meta and Snapchat faced accusations of blocking Saudi dissidents' accounts.

• Bodies of Italian divers did not have optimal equipment, says rescuer — BBC World -
• ‘Dumbest way to die’: US comedian recounts moment her 600lb fridge fell on her — The Guardian -
• World Cup: England’s shock squad and the politics of football – The Latest — The Guardian -

• Judith Chalmers, presenter of TV series Wish You Were Here, dies aged 90 — The Guardian -
• Minecraft-playing grandma swatted when livestreaming to raise funds for grandson’s cancer treatment — The Guardian -
• Sabalenka cuts media short as French Open players protest — BBC World -
• ‘He made us laugh and he never flinched’: America says goodbye to The Late Show and Stephen Colbert — The Guardian -
• ‘Men and boys need to see this’: Jo and Kush and the joy of Race Across the World — The Guardian -
• Meta and Snapchat blocking Saudi dissidents’ accounts — The Guardian -
• An Indian bride dies. Rival claims of murder and suicide set off media frenzy — BBC World -
• Carlo Petrini, Slow Food movement founder, dies aged 76 — The Guardian -
• Timelapse footage shows 'giant cave' inflating on Paris bridge — BBC World -
• New Taliban Decree on Divorce Formalizes Child Marriage in Afghanistan, U.N. Warns — New York Times World -
• Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini dies aged 76 — BBC World -
• Tennessee school board member charged after calling teenage girl ‘hot’ — The Guardian -
• Manhunt Underway in Philippines for Duterte Ally Who Is Evading I.C.C. Warrant — New York Times World -
• Escape of big cat belonging to Germany’s ‘Tiger Queen’ shatters peace of small town — The Guardian -
• Australian man dies after falling down ravine on hike to Machu Picchu — BBC World -
• Taliban ‘legitimising child marriage’ with new law, activists warn — The Guardian -
• Fans react to Stephen Colbert’s final show — BBC World -
• 'I didn't know where DR Congo was': Latin Americans deported by US tell BBC of their shock — BBC World -