What is happening in the News this week?

By Luke Stockstill

This news runs from May 31st to June 6th Part 1

In one of the week's most unusual discoveries, a massive underground bee colony estimated to contain 5.5 million bees was found beneath a historic cemetery in New York.

In business news, Steak 'n Shake has officially announced that all Steakburgers will now be made with 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef.

In international news, Norway is reconsidering its relationship with the European Union, reopening debate over potential future membership.

In sports news, the Cleveland Browns have traded two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams.

In Kansas politics, former Governor Jeff Colyer has dropped out of the Republican gubernatorial primary after failing to file the required paperwork before the filing deadline. The development comes after President Trump endorsed Ty Masterson in the race.

In legal news, a federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration's policy prohibiting transgender individuals from serving in the military is likely unconstitutional.

In Alaska politics, Republican Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom has officially ended her campaign and withdrawn from the 2026 governor's race.

In NFL news, the Philadelphia Eagles have traded star wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.

In some good news, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a resolution declaring June as "Nuclear Family Month" in the state.

In international news, the United Nations is facing one of the most severe financial crises in its history, with officials warning that the organization could run out of cash by mid-August.

In business and technology news, Kirkland & Ellis, the world's highest-grossing law firm, is reportedly setting aside $500 million to develop its own artificial intelligence platform.

In economic news, spending on data-center construction in the United States surpassed $50 billion in April for the first time ever.

In government news, the Trump administration has declined to issue a proclamation recognizing Pride Month for the second consecutive year.

For immigration news, new figures indicate that most of the approximately 6,000 refugees admitted to the United States since October have been white South Africans.

In government news, President Trump has named Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence.

In movie news, director Greta Gerwig is preparing to release her adaptation of The Magician's Nephew in February 2027. Reports indicate the film will heavily feature rock music throughout its soundtrack despite being set during the 1950s. The project has been described as "Not Your Grandmother's Narnia."

In entertainment news, AMC Theatres recorded its highest May attendance in seven years, marking its strongest May performance since 2019.

In state government news, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has officially declared June to be LIFE Month in Oklahoma.

An update on Ebola: The United States, Mexico, and Canada are coordinating travel measures ahead of the upcoming World Cup as health officials continue monitoring the outbreak and preparing public health protocols.

In congressional news, the House Ethics Committee is investigating California Congressman Jimmy Gomez over allegations of sexual misconduct.

In Texas politics, Secretary of State Jane Nelson has announced she will resign on July 17, 2026.

In media news, CBS News has officially fired Scott Pelley.

In Nevada politics, President Trump has endorsed Adriana Guzman Fralick in the Republican primary for attorney general.

In election news, the Supreme Court of the United States has allowed Alabama to use its new congressional map during the 2026 midterm elections.

In major business news, ExxonMobil shareholders approved moving the company's legal domicile to Texas, ending a corporate connection to New Jersey that stretched back nearly 144 years.

In Florida politics, voters will decide this November whether to approve a proposal backed by Governor Ron DeSantis that would eliminate property taxes statewide. If approved, Florida would become the first state in the nation without property taxes.

In medical research news, the Trump administration has taken additional steps aimed at reducing and eventually eliminating animal testing requirements.

In sports and culture news, the Texas Rangers remain the only Major League Baseball team not participating in Pride Night events.

Finally, developers have unveiled updated plans for the $16 billion Freedom Ship, a proposed mile-long, nuclear-powered floating city. The project is designed to accommodate approximately 50,000 permanent residents, 10,000 visitors, and 20,000 crew members, making it one of the most ambitious engineering concepts ever proposed.

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