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1. See the looks from the 2026 Met Gala red carpet

   Extravagantly dressed celebrities and designers made their way up the famous Met staircase Monday evening. The fundraiser is one of the fashion industry's biggest nights.

2. Hotels have a big World Cup problem: Bookings are running far below projections

   Nearly 80% of hotels surveyed by a body representing the industry reported bookings were running below projections — a worrisome sign with only weeks to go before the World Cup.

3. Modi's party takes control of India's West Bengal in key state election

   The outcome is expected to strengthen Modi's political position midway through his third term.

4. Here are the 2026 Pulitzer Prize winners

   Award winners include authors Daniel Kraus, Jill Lepore and Yiyun Li, opinion writer M. Gessen and staffers and contributors at The Washington Post, Reuters and AP.

5. A United jet struck a light pole and a truck near Newark airport, police say

   New Jersey State Police say a United Airlines passenger jet struck a light pole and damaged a truck as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday.

6. Supreme Court gives abortion pill mifepristone a 1-week reprieve from a major change

   The Supreme Court says rules that allow patients to get the abortion pill mifepristone through the mail can stay the same for at least a week.

7. The U.S. fights to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as UAE says it's attacked by Iran

   The U.S. military said it battled Iranian forces and sank six small boats as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while the United Arab Emirates said Iran fired missiles and drones its way.

8. The many ways Trump wants to change D.C., from buildings to statues to parks

   Many of the changes Trump wants to make to the White House and the city are facing legal challenges. Some are reversible, while others could reshape the nation's capital for generations to come.

9. Trump says U.S. will 'guide' stranded ships through the Strait. And, key Senate races to watch

   President Trump announced that the U.S will "guide" stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz. And, Democrats face an uphill battle to gain Senate control. Here are the key races to watch.

10. Not sure what to get Mom for Mother's Day? Get ideas from our listeners

    Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10. If you're stumped on what to get the moms in your life, get some inspiration from our audience. They share the best gifts they've ever received from their loved ones.