The American Express Times
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Allies doubt future of Trump weapons plan for Ukraine
The Pentagon’s Persistent Ukrainian Resupply Line (PURL) program, funded by NATO allies to supply weapons to Ukraine, is facing scrutiny over its use of funds to replenish U.S. stockpiles rather than fully meet Kyiv’s operational needs. This has caused tension among European partners and complicated military aid discussions as Ukraine’s defense capabilities remain critically dependent…
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Warsh poised to inherit fight against inflation as Fed chair
Kevin Warsh is poised to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve as the institution faces persistent inflation and internal policy divisions. His leadership…
Electrolux plans to lay off 1,700 people in Italy amid market challenges
Electrolux will cut around 1,700 jobs in Italy, closing its Cerreto d’Esi kitchen hood plant as part of a major restructuring. This move aims to…
Oil prices rise as the Iran war drags on, but U.S. stocks inch to more records
Brent crude oil prices rose nearly 3 percent to $104.21 per barrel as U.S.-Iran tensions intensified following President Trump's rejection of Iran's ceasefire proposal and…
University Commencements Are Broken. Here’s How to Fix Them.
Several top American universities, including Vanderbilt and Dartmouth, are selecting commencement speakers and honorary degree recipients with greater political diversity to address concerns about ideological…
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Foresight and Timing Led a Golf Writer to His Course
Sullivan County Golf Club in Liberty, New York, has reopened for the 2026 season under the management of golf writer Tom Coyne and investors including…
Anonymous artists create video game to protest Iran war
An anonymous artist collective called Secret Handshake released a 16-bit style video game online that protests U.S. military threats against Iran by engaging players in…
Trump’s proposed gas tax pause needs Congress’s approval
Former President Donald Trump has proposed a five-month suspension of the federal gas tax to help lower rising fuel costs, pending approval from Congress. This…
With Medical Crises, Reader Dreads 'Almost Unbearable' Sympathy Responses
Two women facing serious illnesses share their struggles with managing the varied and sometimes overwhelming reactions of friends and family during their health battles. Their…
U.S. Midfielder Johnny Cardoso to Miss World Cup Due to Injury
U.S. midfielder Johnny Cardoso will miss the upcoming World Cup due to an ankle injury requiring surgery, confirmed by his club Atletico Madrid. His absence…
Kitchen retailers commit to new safety mark scheme
Several leading kitchen retailers, including Wren and Howdens, have launched a safety certification scheme requiring engineered stone worktops to be cut using methods that minimize…
New ‘Pride’ musical gets world debut in London
A musical adaptation of the 2014 film *Pride*, which tells the true story of the alliance between Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) and…
Young Americans’ job market optimism plummets amid widening generational rift
A recent Gallup poll shows that younger Americans have become significantly more pessimistic about local job prospects compared to older adults, reversing decades-long trends. This…
What a Former CIA Analyst Reveals About a Potential China Fight
Former CIA analyst John Culver highlighted the modernization of China's military and the narrowing strategic advantage of the U.S. in key warfighting domains ahead of…
Netflix Adaptation ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ Offers Heartfelt Story
Netflix has premiered a film adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt’s novel "Remarkably Bright Creatures," featuring Sally Field as a grieving widow who forms an unexpected…
As Some Jobs Disappear, These Sit Empty
Major tech firms like Meta and Microsoft are cutting white-collar jobs as they shift focus to AI, while skilled trade positions remain in high demand…
In Portland, the Fire Rises
The WNBA’s Portland Fire returned to play their first game in 24 years before a sellout crowd of 19,355 at the Moda Center, setting a…
Cutting Tariffs on Beef Will Lower Prices for Americans
The Trump administration announced a temporary suspension of tariff quotas on imported beef to increase supply and help lower prices for American consumers. This move…
Junior Circuit Has Been Little Brother This Season
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Brice Turang hit a walk-off home run to complete a 3-0 series sweep against the New York Yankees, highlighting the National League’s…
New Jersey Devils Hire Braden Birch as Assistant General Manager
The New Jersey Devils have hired Braden Birch as assistant general manager, his first front-office role under new head of hockey operations Sunny Mehta. Birch’s…
Nonprofit Sues to Halt Trump’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Resurfacing
The Cultural Landscape Foundation has sued to halt the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool resurfacing project, arguing the Trump-era changes, including adding a blue basin color,…
Republicans and Democrats Find the Wrong Thing to Agree On: A Federal Gas Tax Holiday Is Pure Pandering
President Donald Trump has proposed a temporary suspension of the federal gas tax to alleviate rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing Iran conflict. While…
Sacramento Would Rather Go After Journalists Than Fraud
California lawmakers are advancing a bill that would protect the addresses of immigration support workers from being publicly disclosed, aiming to shield them from harassment…
SEC Commissioner Supports 16-Team College Football Playoff Expansion
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey reaffirmed the conference’s support for expanding the College Football Playoff to 16 teams, contrasting with the Big Ten’s call for a…
Adrian Peterson to Join Vikings’ Ring of Honor
Adrian Peterson will be inducted into the Minnesota Vikings' ring of honor during the 2026 NFL season, with the ceremony planned for halftime at a…
Narendra Modi Keeps Running Circles Around His Critics
India’s Bharatiya Janata Party won a decisive victory in West Bengal, gaining control of the state for the first time by securing more than two-thirds…
Iowa Coach Ben McCollum Receives $1 Million Raise After Elite Eight Berth
Iowa men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum received a $1 million salary increase and a new six-year contract extension after guiding the Hawkeyes to their first…
Parents of Children with Substance Use Disorder Reflect on Reiner Tragedy
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were found stabbed to death in December, with their son Nick Reiner, who has a history of…
Tottenham Earns Key Point in EPL Relegation Battle
Tottenham Hotspur drew 1-1 at home against Leeds United, with Mathys Tels scoring before conceding a penalty that Dominic Calvert-Lewin converted for Leeds. The point…
Dutch bomb suspect considered terrorist intent
Dutch authorities are investigating a 37-year-old man suspected of planting a bomb at the D66 party headquarters, which detonated last Friday without causing injuries. Prosecutors…
‘Mixtape’ Video Game Review: Nostalgia and Its Limitations
The Australian indie studio Beethoven & Dinosaur released “Mixtape,” an interactive video game that explores a 17-year-old’s final day before college through a 1999 suburban,…
Spain’s Nico Williams and Oihan Sancet Diagnosed with Hamstring Injuries
Spain’s national football team is dealing with hamstring injuries to forwards Nico Williams and midfielder Oihan Sancet ahead of the World Cup. The players’ recovery…
Sexy Photos on Dating Apps Can Be a Turn-Off
A study led by Professor Gurit Birnbaum found that dating profiles featuring highly sexualized photos are viewed less favorably by potential partners interested in long-term…
Trump’s diplomacy falters amid Iran conflict and midterm pressure
President Donald Trump publicly rejected Iran’s response to renewed nuclear deal negotiations, highlighting setbacks in diplomatic efforts just months before the midterm elections. The stalled…
Missouri RB Hardy Stable After Shooting at Concert
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy was shot in the upper leg at an outdoor concert in Laurel, Mississippi, and is now in stable condition following…
New York Islanders to Donate $150,000 for Child Support Center
The New York Islanders have donated $150,000 to create a child support center at the R.J. Zuckerberg Cancer Hospital in partnership with Northwell Health. Named…
Iron Honor Is Slight Favorite for 2026 Preakness Stakes
Iron Honor has been named the slight favorite for the 2026 Preakness Stakes amid a competitive field of 14 horses following the withdrawal of Kentucky…
Satirical Artists Target Iran War with Video Game Installation
An anonymous artist collective unveiled an interactive arcade installation called "Operation Epic Furious: Strait to Hell" at the D.C. War Memorial, critiquing the U.S. military…
Japan Coach Anxious About Kaoru Mitoma’s Fitness before World Cup
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu is assessing forward Kaoru Mitoma's hamstring injury ahead of naming the World Cup squad on Friday. Mitoma's fitness remains uncertain, potentially…
PM in Talks with Unions over Support for Labour
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is meeting with representatives from 11 affiliated trade unions to address their concerns following poor election results. The unions are…
Trump’s War on Iran Driving Oil Prices Higher
President Donald Trump’s rejection of Iran’s latest responses has intensified tensions, causing Brent crude oil prices to surge to around $105 per barrel and escalating…
Democrats Fight Funding Linked to Trump Ballroom
Republican lawmakers are advancing a $1 billion Senate security funding proposal that includes enhancements for President Trump’s White House ballroom, tied to a larger immigration…