FivlyAll briefs

Your daily news brief — read it or listen to it in 5 minutes

Daily news brief — 13 May 2026

10 stories · 10 sources · 5 minute read

01world

Winston Peters Fires Back in Superannuation Debate, Calls PM 'Dishonest'

New Zealand Deputy PM Winston Peters has sharply rebuked Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, calling him dishonest over claims that parties opposing superannuation changes lack integrity. The exchange marks a notable escalation in coalition tensions over retirement policy.

Why it matters

Friction between coalition partners over superannuation signals potential instability in New Zealand's government at a time of sensitive fiscal debate.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • 1News
02world

Māori Queen Meets Prince William in Windsor

Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, the Māori Queen, met with Prince William at Windsor Castle in a significant cultural exchange. The meeting signals strengthened ties between the Māori people and the British Royal Family.

Why it matters

The meeting reflects evolving relationships between indigenous leadership and the Crown, with implications for New Zealand's cultural and diplomatic landscape.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • 1News
03world

Sir Rod Stewart Labels Trump 'Ratbag' in Exchange with King Charles

Sir Rod Stewart called President Trump a 'ratbag' during an exchange that also involved King Charles, drawing attention across entertainment and political circles. The remark has sparked widespread commentary online.

Why it matters

Celebrity commentary on political figures can shape public sentiment, and the royal connection adds an unusual diplomatic dimension.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • 1News

“Why it matters” for the rest of today's stories is available in the Fivly app.

04businessCovered by 2 outlets

India Rejects Sanctioned Russian LNG Shipment Amid US Compliance Risks and Energy Shortages

India declined a sanctioned Russian LNG shipment due to US compliance risks, leaving the vessel stranded despite domestic supply gaps worsened by Middle East tensions. Negotiations for non-sanctioned alternatives are ongoing.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • The Hindu BusinessLine
  • Fox Business
05healthCovered by 2 outlets

Breakthrough Targeted Therapy Shows Promise for KRAS-Mutated Cancers with Positive Phase 3 Results

A novel targeted therapy for KRAS-mutated cancers has delivered positive Phase 3 results, confirming significant clinical benefits. Separately, PrognomiQ's blood test shows high accuracy in early lung cancer detection, meeting Phase 3-equivalent endpoints in a real-world study.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • FirstWord Pharma
  • Business Insider
06spaceCovered by 2 outlets

NASA, SpaceX Scrub CRS-34 Cargo Dragon Launch Due to Poor Weather; Rescheduled for May 13

NASA and SpaceX scrubbed the CRS-34 Cargo Dragon launch on May 12 due to poor weather at Cape Canaveral. The Falcon 9, carrying 6,500 pounds of supplies and experiments, is now targeting liftoff on May 13 at 6:50 p.m. EDT, with autonomous docking at the ISS set for May 14.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • Spaceflight Now
  • Space.com
07markets

Meta Stock Swings Wildly in Volatile Market Session

Meta shares swung sharply during a volatile trading session as broader market turbulence weighed on investor sentiment. Traders are closely watching the company's upcoming earnings report for signs of stabilization.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • YouTube Top 10 News
08tech

Tech Trade Pulls Back from Record Highs: Investment Strategies Debated

Tech stocks pulled back from recent record highs as momentum cooled, prompting investment committees to reassess positioning. Analysts are increasingly eyeing diversified opportunities beyond large-cap technology names amid broader economic pressures.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • Bloomberg Television
09business

NEET-UG 2026 Exam Annulled Over Paper Leak Allegations; CBI Probe Ordered

India's NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance exam, held May 3, has been cancelled by the Centre following suspected paper leaks and irregularities. A re-test date is yet to be announced, while existing registrations remain valid. The CBI has been ordered to investigate.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • The Hindu BusinessLine
10tech

Intermap Technologies Set to Release Q1 2026 Financial Results

Intermap Technologies will release its Q1 2026 financial results after market close today, followed by an investor webinar. The geospatial firm is expected to discuss progress in its mapping and AI-driven analytics offerings.

Listen to this story

Sources

  • StockTitan