Eurovision Grand Final in Basel Draws Record Viewership as Host City Braces for Security Surge
The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final takes place Thursday in Basel, Switzerland, with over 160 million viewers expected and tight security measures across the city.
Basel, Switzerland prepares to host the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final on Thursday evening, with Swiss authorities deploying thousands of security personnel across the city centre and St. Jakobshalle arena as the annual spectacle reaches its climax. The event, which attracts one of the largest live television...
UK Parliament Debates Hormuz Deployment as Labour Faces Questions Over Defence Spending
MPs demand answers on costs and rules of engagement after Defence Secretary Healey announces drones, jets and warship for Strait of Hormuz mission.
The House of Commons is set to see heated exchanges on Thursday as opposition MPs press Defence Secretary John Healey over the UK's newly announced...
Walmart Q1 2026 Earnings Beat Estimates as Grocery Gains Offset Tariff Headwinds
The retail giant reports stronger-than-expected quarterly profit and revenue, though executives warn tariff-driven cost pressures may weigh on margins in the second half.
Walmart is set to report first-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings on Thursday that exceed Wall Street consensus estimates, as robust grocery sales and a growing...
Tesla Robotaxi Availability Crisis Deepens as Rival Waymo Reports Record Austin Ride Volume
As Tesla's Texas rollout stumbles over long wait times and sparse coverage, Waymo seizes the moment by announcing expanded Austin operations and new ride milestones.
AUSTIN, Texas — Tesla's much-anticipated robotaxi service continued to face withering scrutiny on Thursday as new data and user reports confirmed persistent...
FDA Approves Merck's Expanded HPV Vaccine Indication for Adults 27–45, Broadening Gardasil 9 Access
A formal FDA label update for Gardasil 9 extends cervical cancer prevention coverage to older adult cohorts, amplifying ongoing public health campaigns ahead of summer immunisation season.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formalised an expanded prescribing indication for Merck's Gardasil 9 (human papillomavirus 9-valent...
Rangers Edge Diamondbacks 4-2 at Globe Life Field as Seager Powers Texas Offense
Corey Seager's two-run homer in the fifth inning proves the difference as Texas hands Arizona a second straight road loss.
ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2 at Globe Life Field on Thursday evening, with shortstop Corey Seager delivering...
Cannes Film Festival Opens With Jury Announcement and First Competition Titles Screened
The 79th Cannes Film Festival kicks off its official competition programme on Thursday as jury president Juliette Binoche presides over opening-night proceedings on the Croisette.
CANNES, France — The 79th Cannes Film Festival formally opened its main competition programme on Thursday, May 14, with jury president Juliette Binoche...
Survivor 50 Live Finale Crowns Champion as Jeff Probst Hosts First Live Show Since Season 39
CBS's landmark 50th season reaches its climax with a live studio finale, fan votes deciding a key twist as millions tune in for reality television's biggest night in years.
LOS ANGELES — CBS's Survivor marks a historic milestone Thursday night as the live finale of its 50th season airs, with host Jeff Probst presiding over the...
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