The news to know for Thursday, May 21, 2026!

What to know about landmark criminal charges against the former president of Cuba, and why the U.S. is now taking action over something that happened decades ago.

Also, a bipartisan effort to address American housing costs.

And another key health task force getting an overhaul.

Plus: the Memorial Day weekend travel forecast, the new policy limiting how well Harvard students can do in classes, and the final bow for Stephen Colbert and The Late Show.

Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! 

 

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