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1. Large plots of land in California sell for $250 at auction – but there’s a catch

2. Donald Trump’s disapproval rating hits its highest mark ever amid Iran war and rising prices, polling group says

   Trump’s disapproval rating is now higher than it was after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, according to a polling group

3. JetBlue announces its cutting 11 routes to capitalize on market gap left by Spirit Airlines

4. Streeting urges social media ban for under-16s

   The recently-resigned former health secretary joined calls for an Australia-style ban, ahead of a consultation closing.

5. Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'

   Israel's military says its air force struck sites belonging to Hezbollah in Lebanon

6. Kid Rock’s Memorial Day message from Pentagon sparks backlash

7. Donald Trump hates wind turbines — But are they really the most expensive energy source?

   Donald Trump says wind is “the most expensive form of energy” and has blamed Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s unpopularity on his support for wind farms. But in reality, wind is currently one of the UK’s cheapest energy sources.

8. Trump uses Memorial Day event to tout military success in Operation Epic Fury

9. Nearly two dozen gray whales have already died of strandings this year on Northwest beaches

   The whales are suffering from malnutrition, which researchers believe has been a consequence of climate change

10. Thomas Massie files to run again in 2028 after Trump-led ouster from Kentucky seat

    Republican congressman is on his way out Congress but is already preparing for a possible return