David Begnaud from CBS News meets a man who has gone to the Kentucky Derby every year for 79 years. The man’s final wish is to attend the Derby one last time before he dies.
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The story is about a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby 79 years in a row.
David Begnaud is the CBS News reporter telling the story.
The man’s wish is to go to the Derby one last time.
The Kentucky Derby is a famous annual horse race in the United States.
This story was featured in CBS News on May 16.
The report is available to watch on the CBS News App and online.
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President Donald Trump announced that he has chosen West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C., as the location for a new "National Garden of American Heroes." This outdoor space will feature statues of important American figures from various fields and is planned to open around the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
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President Trump selected West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C. for the garden.
The garden will be called the "National Garden of American Heroes."
It will include statues of well-known Americans from politics, the military, civil rights, sports, and entertainment.
The area is currently described as a "totally barren field."
The project was first proposed during President Trump’s first term.
The garden aims to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
President Trump described the garden as part of making Washington the "safest and most beautiful capital in the world."
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Richard Glossip, who was on Oklahoma’s death row and faced execution three times, has been released on bond while awaiting a new trial in a 1997 murder case. This is his first time out of prison in nearly 30 years.
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Richard Glossip was sentenced to death in Oklahoma.
He faced execution three times but was not executed.
Glossip has been in prison for almost 30 years.
He was charged in a 1997 murder case.
He has now been released on bond.
He is waiting for a new trial in the case.
This release marks his first time out of prison since his conviction.
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The trade dispute between the United States and China includes soybeans as an important issue. China used to buy large amounts of soybeans from the US, but stopped during the trade war. Since a truce between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in October 2025, China has started buying US soybeans again.
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Soybeans have been an important trade product between the US and China for many years.
In 2024, China bought billions of dollars’ worth of US soybeans.
The US started a trade war with China, which caused China to stop buying US soybeans.
In October 2025, President Trump and Xi Jinping agreed to a trade truce.
Since the truce, China has resumed buying soybeans from the US.
It is unclear how long China will continue purchasing US soybeans.
The soybean trade is part of broader tensions involving rare earths and artificial intelligence.
The issue reflects ongoing economic and political relations between the two countries.
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President Donald Trump met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, highlighting business successes in their talks. China warned the U.S. about handling issues related to Taiwan and expressed that the conflict with Iran should not have started.
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President Trump held final discussions with Xi Jinping on economic matters.
Trump spoke positively about business achievements during the talks.
Markets showed little reaction to the economic news from the meeting.
China cautioned the U.S. against mismanaging the situation with Taiwan.
Beijing stated that the war with Iran should never have begun.
The meeting took place amid ongoing global political tensions involving these countries.
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The United States is planning to charge Raul Castro, the former president of Cuba and brother of Fidel Castro. This move is part of increased U.S. pressure on Cuba amid ongoing problems like frequent power cuts caused by a fuel blockade imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration.
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The U.S. wants to indict Raul Castro, who is 94 years old.
Raul Castro is the brother of the late Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
The announcement came as part of rising tensions between the U.S. and Cuba.
Cuba is facing regular power outages linked to a U.S. fuel blockade.
The fuel blockade was put in place during President Donald Trump’s time in office.
Indicting a former Cuban leader would be an unusual and significant action.
The situation reflects the continuing difficult relationship between the two countries.
The report was made public by U.S. media on May 15, 2026.
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Since Saturday, gang fights in suburbs near Haiti’s capital have caused at least 78 deaths, including 10 people who were not involved. The violence has forced about 5,300 people to leave their homes. Haiti faces ongoing problems with gang violence that have grown worse over the last two years.
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At least 78 people have died in gang clashes near Haiti’s capital.
Among the dead, 10 were bystanders not involved in the fighting.
The violence started on Saturday and the latest toll was reported on Thursday.
Around 5,300 people have been displaced, meaning they had to leave their homes.
The clashes occurred in the suburbs of Haiti’s capital city.
Haiti is the poorest country in the Caribbean region.
Gang violence in Haiti has increased steadily over the past two years.
This information was provided by the United Nations Office in Haiti (BINUH).
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A war involving Iran is causing a shortage of fuel that might empty U.S. oil reserves around July 4. This could lead to higher gasoline prices during the busy summer travel period.
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U.S. oil and fuel inventories dropped sharply in recent weeks, losing millions of barrels.
Experts say U.S. oil storage might run out near Independence Day if the current trend continues.
The summer is a peak travel season in the U.S., increasing fuel demand.
Gas prices recently rose above $4.50 per gallon, and some analysts predict prices could reach $7 by the end of summer.
A war near the Strait of Hormuz affects about 20% of global oil passing through that area, worsening supply.
OPEC oil production fell to its lowest level in 26 years due to regional problems linked to the conflict.
The U.S. increased its oil exports to help global markets but still faces shrinking domestic reserves.
The Energy Information Administration predicts fuel stocks may hit their lowest levels by 2026 if current trends continue.
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Democratic leaders in some conservative states are supporting independent candidates instead of their own party nominees. They believe these independents have a better chance to win against Republican opponents in places where the Democratic Party is unpopular.
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In states like Nebraska, Idaho, and Alaska, Democrats are encouraging or backing independent candidates instead of official Democratic nominees.
Nebraska Democrats chose a Senate nominee who plans to drop out to avoid splitting the vote with an independent candidate, Dan Osborn.
Osborn almost won a Senate seat in 2024 and is seen as having the best chance to beat Republican Senator Pete Ricketts.
The Democratic National Committee and allied groups quietly support this strategy by providing fundraising and logistical help to independents.
This approach is partly because the Democratic Party has low support in some red states (conservative-leaning areas).
Some Democratic officials see this strategy as a long-term plan to build coalitions and improve election chances.
Other Democrats have concerns about not supporting their own nominees and worry about short-term political risks.
Independent Senate candidates are also running in states like South Dakota and Montana, with mixed support from Democratic leaders.
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A Russian missile attack on a Kyiv apartment building killed 24 people, including three children. Ukraine reported a large-scale bombing campaign with over 1,560 drones launched at cities since May 11, causing widespread damage and injuries.
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The missile hit a nine-story apartment building in Kyiv, killing 24 people.
The attack was part of Russia’s largest barrage on Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began.
48 people were wounded in Kyiv, including two children.
The Ukrainian capital held a day of mourning for the victims.
The missile was recently made, showing Russia is still obtaining parts despite sanctions.
Russia launched more than 1,560 drones against Ukraine’s populated areas in recent days.
Both countries swapped 205 prisoners each in the first phase of a planned large prisoner exchange.
The prisoner swap was helped by the United Arab Emirates and confirmed by Russia’s Defense Ministry.
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President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing ended with a tour of Zhongnanhai, the Chinese Communist Party's main leadership compound, led by President Xi Jinping. The visit emphasized friendly gestures between the two leaders amid ongoing trade tensions and concerns about the Iran conflict, but did not result in clear policy agreements.
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Zhongnanhai is a 14th-century compound that serves as the official home and workplace of China's top leaders.
President Xi Jinping gave President Trump a rare tour of Zhongnanhai, a sign of close diplomatic ties.
The visit included friendly exchanges, such as Xi promising to send Trump seeds of Chinese roses they admired.
Trump said the visit was “incredible” and described Xi as “warm” and “very smart” in a pre-recorded interview.
Xi pledged not to supply Iran with military weapons, and Trump expressed hope for keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for oil passage.
China is the largest buyer of Iranian oil and a key trade partner, giving it influence over Tehran.
Trump said China agreed to buy US oil, 200 Boeing jets, and farm products, but Chinese officials did not confirm these deals.
Both sides indicated progress on trade talks and agreed to continue discussions at a future summit.
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President Donald Trump visited Beijing, China, aiming to achieve important business deals and improve his approval before upcoming elections. His visit ended with few concrete achievements, while China warned the U.S. about handling Taiwan and commented on the conflict with Iran.
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President Trump traveled to Beijing, his first trip there since 2017.
The visit targeted business agreements but resulted in limited success.
China cautioned the U.S. about managing tensions related to Taiwan.
Beijing stated that its war with Iran should not have started.
President Trump sought to boost his approval ratings ahead of major elections in the United States.
The U.S. and China remain strategic and economic rivals.
The trip included warm remarks from President Trump toward Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
The visit received little positive market reaction to the announced business deals.
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In Lebanon, people have very different opinions about making peace with Israel. While new talks to discuss peace are starting in Washington with help from the United States, Hezbollah strongly opposes any normal relations with Israel.
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Peace talks between Lebanon and Israel began in Washington with US mediation.
Many Lebanese hope these talks could lead to more stability in the region.
Hezbollah, a powerful political and military group in Lebanon, rejects any peace or normalization with Israel.
The issue of peace with Israel remains deeply divisive in Lebanon.
The peace talks are considered unusual or unprecedented for the area.
The United States is actively involved in mediating these discussions.
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After the 2024 election, Latino voters showed more support for Republicans, especially in Texas. However, new data suggests Latino voters may be shifting back toward Democrats in some key districts, which could change election outcomes in 2026.
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Republicans won Texas and Florida in 2024 with strong support from Latino voters.
New data from the Democratic group Oath shows some districts Republicans thought were safe might become competitive.
Districts in Texas, California, New York, Colorado, and Nevada with large Latino populations could see more support for Democrats.
Texas' 15th, 23rd, and 34th districts, all heavily Latino, may flip to Democrats if trends continue.
Rising prices, fears about immigration raids, and a slowing economy may be pushing Latino voters away from Republicans.
The National Republican Congressional Committee is optimistic and is recruiting Hispanic candidates for key districts.
Democrats may not be investing enough resources in these districts despite their potential to become competitive.
In some states, Latino voters shifted noticeably toward Democrats in 2025, reversing the 2024 trend.
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The UK aviation regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), proposed that Heathrow Airport might have to let other companies compete to design and build its third runway and new terminal. This could help lower construction costs and increase efficiency by allowing rival bids. Heathrow and other parties are discussing these proposals, which aim to control expenses linked to the airport’s expansion.
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The CAA suggests changes that would let other companies bid to build and operate parts of Heathrow’s third runway project.
This approach would create competition between Heathrow and outside developers.
The CAA’s toughest idea would let a competitor build and run their own terminals at Heathrow, similar to a system at JFK Airport in New York.
The UK government approved Heathrow’s runway plan to open by 2035, but formal planning to start construction by 2029 is still pending.
Heathrow’s new chair is in talks with airlines and the rival Arora Group to resolve cost disputes for the expansion.
British Airways controls over half of Heathrow’s flight slots and wants construction costs capped at £30 billion.
Arora Group offers a cheaper £25 billion proposal and is working with airlines to reduce airport operating costs.
Heathrow airport is owned by a group of investors led by France’s Ardian and includes sovereign wealth funds from Qatar, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia.
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On Jerusalem Day, many Israeli nationalists marched through Jerusalem’s Old City, chanting slogans against Palestinians. The event marks Israel’s control over east Jerusalem since 1967, a status not recognized by the United Nations.
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The march took place in Jerusalem’s Old City on May 14, 2026.
Participants chanted anti-Palestinian slogans such as “Death to Arabs.”
Many Palestinian residents stayed inside and did not join the event.
Jerusalem Day celebrates Israel’s “reunification” of Jerusalem after the 1967 war.
East Jerusalem has a mainly Palestinian population.
The United Nations considers Israel’s annexation of east Jerusalem illegal under international law.
Tens of thousands of Israelis take part in the annual march.
The event often creates tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.
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During a formal reception on his visit to China, President Donald Trump was seen raising a glass and appearing to sip from it. This caught attention because he has said he does not drink alcohol, though such toasts are common in diplomatic events and the actual drink served was not confirmed.
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President Trump appeared to sip from a glass at a state reception with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Trump has described himself as a lifelong teetotaler, meaning he does not drink alcohol.
Diplomatic toasts are routine and symbolic gestures at state visits, often done to show respect.
Glasses used in these events can contain either alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, served in similar glasses.
There is no confirmation of what drink President Trump was served during the toast.
Trump has linked his decision to avoid alcohol to his older brother’s struggles with alcoholism.
Other U.S. presidents have also been teetotalers or moderate drinkers, while some were known for drinking openly.
At official events, Trump has typically chosen drinks like Diet Coke or water when others are drinking alcohol.
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The final group of performers for the Eurovision Song Contest has been set after the second semifinal round. Five countries have been eliminated, and five others are boycotting the event due to Israel’s participation.
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The Eurovision Song Contest final lineup was confirmed after the second semifinal on May 14, 2026.
Five countries were eliminated in this round and will not compete in the final.
Denmark, Australia, and Bulgaria are among the countries advancing to the final with their performers.
Denmark’s entry is Søren Torpegaard Lund with the song "Før Vi Går Hjem" ("Before We Go Home").
Australia is represented by Delta Goodrem, performing the song "Eclipse."
Bulgaria’s contestant is Dara, singing "Bangaranga."
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Iceland are boycotting Eurovision this year.
The boycott is because Israel is participating in the contest.
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A rights group called Human Rights Watch reported that M23 rebels and the Rwandan army committed serious crimes like killings, rapes, and kidnappings during their occupation of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo between late 2025 and early 2026.
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The report was released by Human Rights Watch on May 15, 2026.
M23 rebels and the Rwandan army occupied Uvira for about a month.
During this time, they committed killings, rapes, and abductions.
Uvira is located in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The events took place in late 2025 and early 2026.
Clémentine de Montjoye, a researcher for Human Rights Watch, provided expert details on the issue.
The report highlights serious human rights violations during the occupation.
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Nearly one-third of the Congressional Black Caucus members could lose their seats by the 2028 elections due to new congressional maps drawn by Republican-controlled states in the South. These redistricting efforts follow a recent Supreme Court ruling affecting the Voting Rights Act and are part of a broader Republican strategy to keep control of the House of Representatives.
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19 out of 62 members of the Congressional Black Caucus may lose their seats because of redistricting before the 2028 election.
Republican-led southern states are quickly redrawing congressional district boundaries after the Supreme Court's decision weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
President Donald Trump supports these redistricting moves to help the GOP maintain its majority in the House.
Republicans say the new maps comply with the law and could still allow Black representatives to be elected.
The Congressional Black Caucus is working with legal groups to challenge these redistricting plans.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries promised a strong Democratic response in several states to counter the Republican efforts.
Some impacted members, like Rep. Shomari Figures and Rep. Emmanuel Cleaver, express concern that these changes could roll back Black political power decades.
Democratic leaders consider redrawing maps in other states to protect minority representation ahead of the 2028 election.
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