The News Review for May 10th – May 16th

By Luke Stockstill

This news recap will cover many newsworthy items from May 10th through May 16th

President Trump heads to China to meet with Chinese President Xi to make better trade deals and help strengthen the relationship between the two countries

In some business news, we have Buc-ee’s expanding with six new locations planned for 2026 across Texas, Mississippi, Georgia, Virginia, Arizona, and Ohio

President Trump says he is seriously considering making Venezuela the 51st U.S. State. Trump went on to say that Venezuela has $40 trillion in oil and “Venezuela loves Trump.”

In some world news, over 60 Labor MPs have now publicly called for the United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign due to his failing poll numbers and a lack of leadership

In some business news, eBay has rejected GameStop's proposed $56 billion takeover bid, calling it ​“neither credible nor attractive.” This is probably not the last time we have heard about this.

In Government News, the FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has officially resigned.

On the entertainment front, Hannah Harper has won Season 24 of American Idol. She is a 25-year-old from Willow Springs, Missouri, and she is a Christian. Hopefully, she will stay that way.

Back to business news, Steak ’n Shake has announced that starting on June 1st, all of its beef will come from pasture-raised cattle. If you didn’t know, Steak ’n Shake is a Christian company.

In sports news, Portland Trail Blazers' new owner, Tom Dundon, has been described as ruthless and could potentially move the franchise to another state due to the failed policies of Oregon.

In some cultural news, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says American teenagers today have about half the testosterone levels of men in the 1970s.

In some business news, Delta Air Lines is cutting food and drink service on short-haul flights under 350 miles. The changes apply to most passengers, with Delta First seats remaining exempt.

In some good news, the U.S Senate has voted to confirm Kevin Warsh to become the next Chair of the Federal Reserve in a 54-45 vote.

Back to world news, Japan’s government admits it possesses UAP data, including video footage, and says public disclosure will begin within the limits of national security restrictions.

In some funny news, that is serious, President Emmanuel Macron has maintained a romantic relationship with Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani for several months

In some pathetic news, a new federal lawsuit has accused Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins of evangelizing to federal employees by frequently invoking Jesus Christ in work emails.

In some scary news, King Charles supports Digital ID: “My ministers will also proceed with the introduction of Digital ID.” This sounds like the Mark of the Beast Territory.

In some world news, Cuba says oil and diesel supplies have now run dry under the U.S. sanctions.

My favorite story is the last one:  Neil deGrasse Tyson is facing massive backlash after releasing a new UFO-themed book titled “Take Me to Your Leader.” This comes after Tyson spent years dismissing, ridiculing, and talking down to people interested in UFOs and extraterrestrial claims. In case you didn’t know, he is the reason why Pluto is no longer called a planet. That will change

Thank you for reading. I hope you are better informed now. God Bless.

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