What Was Discussed at Google’s White House Meeting About A.I.

The technology giant met with administration officials last week to address a growing concern in Washington: insufficient computing power for artificial intelligence.

By Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced, Niko Gallogly and Brian O’Keefe

Fighting Flares Up in Iran War as U.A.E. and Ships Are Attacked - WSJ

Fighting Flares Up in Iran War as U.A.E. and Ships Are Attacked  WSJ

White House lawyers prep staff for dealing with a Democratic Congress

The private briefings on best practices for handling congressional oversight come as polls indicate Democrats have a strong edge ahead of the November midterms.

By Emily Davies

War exposes democratic erosion in the US

Donald Trump has seriously battered the institutions meant to keep the executive branch in check, dragging them into harmful debates that undermine the country's governance and acting against the interests of democracy.

All the ways Trump wants to change D.C., from buildings to statues to parks

Many of the changes Trump wants to make to the White House and the city are facing legal challenges. Some are reversible, while others could reshape the nation's capital for generations to come.

By Rachel Treisman

Trump vs History: How president's poll numbers compare to Biden, Obama, Bush ahead of midterms

It may come as cold comfort to the White House, but Trump's underwater approval ratings echo a pattern seen with Biden, Obama and Bush before midterms.

I tried and ranked all of the items in Burger King's new 'Star Wars' menu. The Whopper was out of this world.

Burger King dropped a new Star Wars-themed menu on May 4. Erin McDowell/Business Insider Burger King dropped a new menu to celebrate the upcoming release of "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu." The menu features a new Whopper, milkshake, chicken fries, ranch cheddar tots, and a dipping sauce. I tried every item in the new Bounty Bundle and ranked them from worst to best. Burger King dropped a new "Star Wars"-themed lineup on May 4, and at least one item deserves a permanent spot on the m...

Kash Patel posts FBI hype video set to Beastie Boys after SNL humiliation

FBI director posts videos celebrating the bureau after lashing out at reporters he accuses of failing to report on his accomplishments

By Alex Woodward

This May The Fourth, Disney’s Star Wars Is In A Bad Place, With One Exception - Forbes

This May The Fourth, Disney’s Star Wars Is In A Bad Place, With One Exception  Forbes

Barack Obama on Speaking Out Against Trump and That Racist AI Ape Video: ‘I’d Never Talk About Somebody’s Family in That Way’

In a recent interview with the New Yorker, Barack Obama explained his reaction after an AI video was posted to Donald Trump‘s Truth Social account in February that depicted the former president and first lady, Michelle Obama, as apes. “I don’t take it personally,” Obama said. “I mean, I’m always offended when my wife and kids get dragged into […]

By Arushi Jacob

White House Crashes Disney’s Star Wars Day With Trump as Mandalorian Photo

The image for May the Fourth declares the "galaxy demands strength" as Disney promotes the upcoming 'The Mandalorian & Grogu.'

By James Hibberd

Brazil's Lula to travel to US for talks with Trump this week, sources say - The Straits Times

Brazil's Lula to travel to US for talks with Trump this week, sources say  The Straits Times

Around a Dozen Scientists Have Died or Disappeared. What’s Going On?

The scientists were all working on space and nuclear research, sparking conspiracy theories, a federal probe, and even comments from Donald Trump

By Elisabeth Garber-Paul

Hezbollah chief rejects direct talks with Israel, says move would 'serve Netanyahu and Trump'

In a lengthy statement, Qassem accused Israel of systematically violating the ceasefire, claiming it had breached the agreement “more than ten thousand times.”

May the fourth at the box office: from $2B highs to Solo lows

All of the Star Wars Sales for May the 4th 2026

You can save a heap of cash on Star Wars games, toys, LEGO sets, and more for May the Fourth.

By Chris Reed

Trump says Iran will be 'blown off the face of the earth' if it targets US vessels

Asserts that US has the best equipment, stuff all over the world, and can use all of it if needed

By Web Desk

The Cutest (and Coolest) Star Wars Finds to Shop for May the 4th

May the 4th is here, which means one thing: it’s officially time to shop like a Star Wars fan who means business. Whether your loyalty lies with the original trilogy, the prequels, or every...

Pirates Of The Arabian

Pirates Of The Arabian By Stefan Koopman, senior macro strategist at Rabobank “We landed on top of it. We took over the ship, the cargo, the oil. It’s a very profitable business… We’re like pirates.” President Trump’s remarks were, once again, strikingly blunt and unfiltered, to the point of sounding almost satirical. Yet the irony is real. The US president was openly acknowledging that American naval power in the Arabian Sea is now being used in ways that mirror the practices i...

By Tyler Durden

Gen Z’s Favorite Star Wars Project Officially Revealed In New 2026 Data Study

On Star Wars Day, Nielsen reveals which Star Wars project was streamed the most by Gen Z in the first quarter of 2026, along with a lot more data.

By Jeff Dodge

Attacking the Death Star Isn’t Enough to Build the New Republic

In a country far, far away, the struggle between the Empire and the New Republic is no longer just a Star Wars story

By Marcos Planchart

What to Do This Week | Star Wars Quiz, Running and Other Events

May is the perfect time to get active and embrace healthier habits. This week’s schedule is packed with opportunities to start—or maintain—a healthy lifestyle, from a run to an experimental vegan dinner. Whether you choose to follow along or prefer your own path, may the Force be with you! Monday, 4 May Star Wars Pub… The post What to Do This Week | Star Wars Quiz, Running and Other Events appeared first on Iceland Review.

By Irina Shtreis