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The Metropolitan Police says it is changing its policy on releasing more body-worn video from officers "where it can improve transparency and trust in policing".

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Among the weapons Russia used was its Oreshnik hypersonic missile, which can travel 10 times the speed of sound and is capable of carrying nuclear warheads, according to Moscow.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

The mysteries of this life can be more agonizing than any grief.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

The chemical is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes in humans, and can cause respiratory and neurological symptoms with exposure, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

It’s the only word I can force out.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith