U.S. strikes two locations in Iran near Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military hit two locations in Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a U.S. official. NBC News’ Matt Bradley explains what this means for the war with Iran. 
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:42:52 GMT

Source: DOJ investigating suspicious oil trades timed around Iran war
The Justice Department is investigating a series of oil market trades that right before important moves related to the war with Iran. At least four trades worth $2.6 billion are being examined. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains the timing of the bets.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:51:05 GMT

Iran-backed groups targeted U.S. facilities in Iraq 600 times, U.S. official says
The U.S. is urging the government to break with Tehran-backed militia groups following more than 600 attacks against U.S. diplomatic facilities.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:04:35 GMT

Hard-right Reform rout Starmer’s Labour in U.K. elections as Trump ally Farage hails ‘historic change’
Early results Friday from nationwide elections in Britain suggested a historic drubbing for Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party and sweeping gains for hard-right Reform U.K., led by Trump ally Nigel Farage.
Fri, 08 May 2026 07:38:32 GMT

Multiple passengers from cruise ship back in U.S.
Five states - Texas, Georgia, Virginia, Arizona, and California - confirm passengers who had left the cruise ship before the Hantavirus outbreak was known about, are back home. None are showing symptoms. NBC News’ Camila Bernal reports on what steps are being taken to mitigate the risk of any spread of the virus.
Thu, 07 May 2026 23:10:28 GMT