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SoftBank’s announcement comes ahead of an annual investment conference that French President Emmanuel Macron is set to host on Monday, where he is expected tout foreign investments in the country.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Both runners finished well ahead of the USA Track & Field qualifying standard for the 2028 Olympic marathon, which will also be held in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

This controversy arrives as Trump has promoted a series of high-profile America 250 events ahead of next year’s anniversary celebrations.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Italian authorities have barred Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts from going ahead, citing public order and security concerns.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Peter and I were scouting ahead, looking urgently now for a place to shelter —anywhere would do, just so long as we could get Karli out of the cold.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo