The 2026 Pulitzer Prize winners were announced on May 4, honoring the Associated Press, Washington Post, Reuters, and Minnesota Star Tribune for outstanding journalism in 2025.
The 2026 Pulitzer Prizes are announced, with AP, Washington Post, Reuters, and Minnesota Star Tribune among major winners. The Washington Post wins the Public Service award for its investigative reporting on the Department of Government Efficiency and federal workforce cuts.
Reuters reports that major Asian stock markets rose broadly on May 4, with investors optimistic about new diplomatic proposals for the Gulf region. International oil prices remained steady as markets assess the impact of the Strait of Hormuz escort plan.