US-Iran Peace Talks in Doubt After Second Clash in 3 Days
The United States and Iran once again exchanged fire, sending oil prices rising and casting new doubt on peace talks. Iranian media report that Iran's forces first fired warning shots as American ships tried to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without authorization and that the U.S. military responded with strikes. An American official described the strikes as self-defense. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.
Thu, 28 May 2026 11:10:36 GMT
Justice Department opens criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll
The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into whether E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in testimony during her lawsuits tied to sexual abuse allegations against President Donald Trump, according to two sources familiar with the matter
Thu, 28 May 2026 13:13:49 GMT
Farmers in Iowa are struggling in Trump’s economy, but many say they still support him
13 farmers across Iowa said they’re struggling economically, but 11 voted for Trump in the past and still largely back him, hoping “he follows through” on his promises.
Thu, 28 May 2026 12:41:33 GMT
When drug after drug failed, a teen hoped brain surgery could fix her daily seizures. Insurance denied it.
Several weeks after NBC News reached out to Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield about the denial, the insurer changed its policy to include coverage of deep brain stimulation for certain children.
Wed, 27 May 2026 22:04:07 GMT
Sacrificial albino buffalo spared after Trump resemblance
An albino buffalo has been nicknamed “Donald Trump” for its tuft of pale hair, a feature many say mirrors the president’s signature hairstyle. Due to its popularity, the government spared the buffalo from the Eid al-Adha sacrifice and instead moved it to the Bangladesh National Zoo.
Thu, 28 May 2026 08:10:20 GMT