Here are some of the top stories trending online today, May 7th. That includes updates on the ongoing tensions between Russia and the West, a look back at last night's 2024 Met Gala, and more.
Moscow threatens to attack British military facilities after Prime Minister David Cameron's comments (POLITICO)
US soldiers detained in Russia, White House admits (The Hill)
Russia and Ukraine trade chemical weapons allegations to world watchdog (Reuters)
President Putin assumes fifth term as president while Russia is under strict control (CNN)
Met Gala in full bloom, with standout stars including Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez and Mindy Kaling (AP)
Met Gala 2024: See celebrity looks from fashion's biggest night (GMA)
Rihanna, Blake Lively and Lady Gaga are among the stars absent from the 2024 Met Gala (USA Today)
Israeli forces take control of Gaza side of Rafah border with Egypt (NPR)
4 big takeaways from day 12 of Trump's hush money trial (ABC)
Other trending headlines
Severe weather puts millions at risk as storm hits South (NBC)
Social Security predicts benefits will be cut in 2035 without amendment (CBS)
Boeing Starliner's historic first astronaut launch postponed due to Atlas V rocket issue (Space.com)
Miss USA Noelia Vogt makes the 'difficult decision' to resign (Yahoo)
Nintendo announces that Switch successor will be announced by March 2025 (CNN)