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New details on potential deal to end Iran warExternal Link
There are new questions over how close the US is to a deal that would end the war with Iran. President Trump, who is working to open the Strait of Hormuz, says the negotiations are proceeding nicely - but Iran is sending a different message. NBC News’ Garrett Haake has the story.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:44:29 GMT
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Inside the South Korean mines that will provide U.S. with key metal for Iran WarExternal Link
In South Korea, an American company is mining for rare minerals used to make weapons and ammunition. Trade tensions with China have strained access to the mineral, tungsten, and the war with Iran is forcing the U.S. to find even more of it. NBC’s Janis Mackey Frayer reports from South Korea.
Wed, 13 May 2026 23:53:09 GMT
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Catastrophic risk for explosion eliminatedExternal Link
In California, officials say they’ve made major progress on the chemical tank threatening tens of thousands. The area isn’t out of the woods yet. There’s still concerns about a possible fire, small explosion and leak. NBC News’ Steve Patterson reports.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:41:53 GMT
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Pope Leo issues new warning on artificial intelligenceExternal Link
Pope Leo is making history by wading into the AI debate, warning that people need to be a part of developing the new technology, however it unfolds. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has the story.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:44:18 GMT
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Crimes involving fake ICE agents are on the rise and becoming ‘much more aggressive and violent’External Link
A Noticias Telemundo investigation documented a marked increase in cases of people posing as federal agents to rob, intimidate and even injure and rape immigrants.
Mon, 25 May 2026 10:30:40 GMT
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