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More than a half dozen U.S. states are monitoring individuals who have either been exposed to or exhibiting symptoms of hantavirus, the disease at the center of a deadly cruise ship outbreak.The American passengers on board the MV Hondius ship did not return stateside until after evacuating on May 10.

Map shows which states are monitoring for hantavirus cases in the US

Plaintiff suing to halt Trump's Reflecting Pool renovation makes his caseThe Cultural Landscape Foundation's CEO Charles Birnbaum talks to Kaitlan Collins about his group's lawsuit trying to halt the Trump Administration's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

Plaintiff suing to halt Trump’s Reflecting Pool renovation makes his case

The NBA decided not to dock the MVP candidate after his first career ejection in Game 4 against the TimberwolvesVictor Wembanyama’s first career ejection will not have a suspension included, as the NBA decided not to dock the San Antonio Spurs big man for the elbow he threw on Minnesota Timberwolves’ Naz Reid in Game 4 of their Western Conference Semifinals series.

Victor Wembanyama avoids suspension for elbow on Naz Reid, will play in pivotal Game 5

Millions of Americans could be eligible for tax refunds for pandemic-era penalties and interest because of a federal court decision.In Kwong v. United States, the court found that the IRS shouldn't have assessed certain penalties and interest from Jan. 20, 2020, through July 10, 2023.

IRS may owe millions of taxpayers refunds for pandemic-era penalty relief. How to file a claim

As national gas price averages head toward $5 per gallon, one state has already suspended its gas tax, and now President Donald Trump and his Cabinet are talking about doing the same.While a suspension would offer some relief, an NBC News analysis shows that gas prices would still average 35% more per gallon than they were at the start of the Iran war, even if all state and federal taxes were suspended.

The federal gas tax is on Trump’s hit list. Data shows how much would be saved without it.

Sally Field’s youngest son, Sam Greisman, thinks his time on the set of “Steel Magnolias” made him gay.The actress, 79, recalled her experience filming the 1989 movie with People, calling it a “wonderful, wonderful experience.”“We loved each other, all of us, we just completely adored each other,” she said about the cast of iconic women, which also included Julia Roberts, Shirley MacLaine, Dolly Parton, Daryl Hannah and Olympia Dukakis.

Sally Field’s son says ‘Steel Magnolias’ is ‘probably why he’s gay’

The Shakespearean actor was known for his role as Moff Jerjerrod in "Star Wars" and opposite Meryl Streep in "The Iron Lady."Michael Pennington, the British "Star Wars" actor and theater star, has reportedly died at 82.Pennington's reps confirmed the news to the BBC on Monday, May 11.

Michael Pennington, 'Star Wars' actor and theater star, dies at 82

Morton was named AFC Offensive Player of the Year after going 12-2 and reaching Super Bowl XIIFormer Denver Broncos quarterback Craig Morton, who was inducted into the team’s Ring of Fame, died on Saturday. He was 83.Morton was critical in helping the Broncos reach their first-ever playoff appearance, ultimately getting them to Super Bowl XII during the 1977 campaign.

Craig Morton, quarterback who led the Broncos to their first Super Bowl appearance, dead at 83

General Motors is laying off hundreds of salaried employees in its information technology operations.The reductions began Monday and will largely impact about 500 to 600 employees in Austin, Texas, and Warren, Michigan, according to a person familiar with the plans.DETROIT – General Motors is laying off hundreds of salaried employees in its information technology operations as the automaker reevaluates its workforce needs and cuts costs, CNBC has learned.

GM cutting hundreds of salaried IT workers as it trims costs, evaluates needs

Calling all pet lovers: Amazon’s Pet Day Sale is back for its fifth year, so now is the time to stock up on essentials for your furry, feathered or scaly friends. From now through May 15, you can get up to 50 percent off on pet food, toys, apparel, grooming essentials and more from popular brands like Hill’s Science Diet, Woof and Fresh Step.

Amazon Pet Day Sale: Get up to 50% off on Petcube, Open Farm and more

Eighteen Americans, including four Californians, are being monitored at special facilities after being exposed to hantavirus while aboard a cruise ship. Gio Insignares reports.

18 Americans potentially exposed to hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship

Lindsey Graham first suggested targeting Clyburn's district weeks ago in response to Virginia Democrats' mapRep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., cautioned Republicans to be "very careful what you pray for" amid a Trump-backed effort by Republican South Carolina state lawmakers to redraw the state’s map — an effort that would target Clyburn, the lone Democratic member of the state’s U.S. House of Representatives.

'Democratic kingmaker' Clyburn warns GOP-led effort to 'break' his district could backfire

(NewsNation) — Jimmy Kimmel is showing respect for Stephen Colbert on the night of Colbert’s final show on CBS late night.“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will air a rerun Thursday, May 21, out of deference to Colbert’s sendoff, according to LateNighter.

Jimmy Kimmel will air rerun opposite Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ finale

Disney and ABC are the targets of a “sustained, coordinated campaign of censorship and control” orchestrated by the Trump administration’s Federal Communications Commission, the lone Democrat on the regulatory panel said Monday.In a remarkable letter to Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, FCC Commissioner Anna M. Gomez decried the political “weaponization” of the federal media regulator under Chairman Brendan Carr, a Republican appointed by President Donald Trump.

Democratic FCC commissioner tells Disney it is the target of a ‘censorship’ campaign

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes were essentially flat in April, another lackluster showing for the housing market during what’s traditionally its busiest time of the year.Existing home sales edged up 0.2% last month from March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.02 million units, the National Association of Realtors said Monday.

US home sales flat in April as lackluster spring homebuying season lurches forward

'No mom should ever have to go through what she's gone through,' the LA mayoral candidate said of Montag in the videoLos Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt shared a heartbreaking Mother’s Day tribute to his wife, Heidi Montag, by posting a video that features the devastating aftermath of the LA fires.

Spencer Pratt shares heartbreaking Mother's Day tribute to Heidi Montag from their fire-destroyed LA home

Suspected triple murderer Julian Ingram is accused of killing Sophie Quinn, her new boyfriend and her aunt in Lake Cargelligo, about 450km west of SydneyA body found next to an abandoned ute 50km north-west of Lake Cargelligo is believed to be a gunman suspected of killing his pregnant former partner in remote New South Wales.

Body found next to abandoned ute believed to be suspected triple murderer Julian Ingram

Cole Allen, the man accused of attacking the White House Correspondents' Dinner, pleaded not guilty to all charges on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.

Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect pleads not guilty to all charges

How Amish barns could hold the secret to preventing the onset of allergies.In today’s world, allergies are nearly unavoidable. For instance, a report from Stanford Medicine suggests that nearly 40 percent of the human population (over three billion people) suffers from at least one allergic condition, making allergies one of the most widespread health issues globally.

Amish Kids Almost Never Get Allergies and Scientists Finally Know Why

Loomer, a far-right conspiracy theorist, shared her concerns for Donald Trump's safety ahead of his trip to ChinaA MAGA supporter shared her concerns for Donald Trump's safety ahead of his trip to China(Image: AFP via Getty Images)A MAGA loyalist warned President Donald Trump to avoid going to China for fear of his safety.

Laura Loomer advises Donald Trump to avoid China trip for his own safety

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President Donald Trump said Monday that he intends to suspend the federal gas tax amid soaring prices at the pump as the US war with Iran drags on.The spike is deepening consumers’ pessimism about the economy, adding to Republicans’ concerns about their fate in November’s midterm elections.

Trump wants to lift the federal tax on gas. But don’t expect much relief even if it happens

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday is set to leave for Beijing to meet with President Xi Jinping after weeks of trying, and failing, to persuade the Chinese government to use its considerable leverage to prod Iran to agree to U.S. terms to end the two-month old war — or at the very least, reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz.

Trump and Xi appear intent on keeping deep differences over Iran war from overshadowing China summit

Good news for hot sleepers: Banishing sweaty nights isn’t the only reason to keep your bedroom temperature crisp. According to new research, the temperature you set your thermostat to at night may have some real consequences for your health, especially as we age. Scientists found that sleeping in cooler temperatures may boost heart health.

Scientists Say This 1 Bedroom Temperature Is Best for Your Heart Health

From portable chargers and Apple iPads to Stanley tumblers, USA TODAY Shopping has the scoop on all the top discounts available before the sale ends.Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is back for round two! Now through the end of Wednesday, October 8, Prime members can shop the biggest discounts on holiday gifts, fall essentials and more.

Day two: We're live-tracking the best Amazon Prime-exclusive deals with up to 76% off

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama was ejected early in the second quarter of Sunday's Game 4 matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.Wembanyama was swarmed by Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels as he battled for a rebound. McDaniels pulled on the 7-foot-4 Frenchman's arm while he delivered a hard elbow to Reid's face.

NBA Analyst Udonis Haslem Defends Victor Wembanyama’s Actions

Four Californians were exposed to the Andes strain of the hantavirus and are being monitored by public health officials, the California Department of Public Health announced Monday, May 11.Out of the four people exposed, two of the residents were on the MV Hondius cruise ship and are currently being quarantined in Nebraska with the other Americans who were evacuated and returned stateside, according Erica Pan, the director and state public health officer for CDPH.

4 California residents were exposed to hantavirus, officials say

'The United States will not legitimize global compacts that enable mass migration into America or Western nations,' the State Department saidThe U.S. ​State Department ‌announced on Monday that it refused to back an ​International Migration Review Forum "progress" declaration, ​accusing the U.N. of efforts to "advocate and facilitate replacement immigration in the United States and across the broader West."

Trump administration rejects UN migration declaration, says 'mass migration was never safe'

Think about the last time you got into a car that wasn’t sized for you. If you’re on the taller side, a door that barely clears 70 degrees asks you to contort yourself into the cabin. If you’re smaller and parked on a hill, a door that swings wide means a full arm-stretch just to pull it closed.

Hyundai and Kia’s New Patent Could Make Getting In and Out of Cars Way Easier

Travelers planning 2026 reset trips are eyeing wellness retreats on USA properties for serious spa programs, signature scenery and luxury programming — no passport required. Here is a closer look at six standouts and what makes each one worth booking.What Are the Best Wellness Retreats USA Travelers Should Book for 2026?

Wellness Retreats USA in 2026: Which Luxurious Destinations Should Top Your List?

Create an easy, breezy, beautiful backyard with just 10 minutes of effort each week, by following these practical, doable pointersMay is a busy month outdoors, with a garden workload that can appear overwhelming. But believe it or not, a low-maintenance yet gorgeous backyard is achievable.