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Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement - The Washington Post
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Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement  The Washington Post

The Escalating Global A.I. Arms Race
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China, the U.S., Russia and others have ramped up their contest over artificial-intelligence-backed weapons and military systems. The buildup has been compared to the dawn of the nuclear weapons age.

Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal - The Washington Post
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Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal  The Washington Post

Opinion | Trump’s Cease-Fire Isn’t a Victory for the U.S.
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A superpower can’t issue ultimatums, threaten civilizational destruction, then settle for a pause built around the adversary’s own demands.

Russia Blasts Through Ukraine Cease-Fire, as Trump-Backed Talks Drift
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Kyiv and Moscow aim to signal constructive approach to U.S. negotiators, as Russia continues attacks.

How I Found Out I Knew a Serial Killer
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I had met Rex Heuermann, the Gilgo Beach murderer, through work on my co-op board. He lived in a dilapidated house on Long Island but interacted with privileged New Yorkers as an architect.

Civilians feared killed after reports of air strike on Nigerian market
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The Nigerian Air Force has not addressed reports it struck a village market while targeting militants.

In Economic War, Chokepoints Beat Tariffs
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The U.S. brings superior size to economic warfare, but China and Iran have fought back through control of critical economic assets.

Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged
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The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.

California Democrats Rushed to Back Eric Swalwell — and Quickly Abandoned Him
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Representative Eric Swalwell, a Washington figure, was largely unknown in the California State Capitol. But influential groups began backing him for governor in the weeks before he was publicly accused of sexual assault.

Cuban president says ‘dialogue and deals’ with US ‘possible’ but ‘difficult’
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Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Sunday that any possible agreements or discussions with the United States are “possible” but “difficult” amid heightened tensions between the two countries. “I think we can have an approach in terms of what is possible and what is difficult. I think dialogue and deals with the U.S. government are possible,…

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa
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Pope Leo XIV's four-nation, 11-day trip to Africa is so dizzying in its complexity it recalls some of the globetrotting odysseys of St. John Paul II in his early years.

Hungary's opposition Tisza party leads last Median poll done before Sunday election - Reuters
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Hungary's opposition Tisza party leads last Median poll done before Sunday election  Reuters

Hungary opposition Tisza could win election, final opinion polls suggest - Reuters

Hungary opposition Tisza could win election, final opinion polls suggest  Reuters

Trump Fires Board That Oversees Presidio in San Francisco
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All six board members that oversee the national historic landmark were terminated, part of the administration’s efforts to reshape the federal bureaucracy.

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Hasan Piker Is Not the Enemy
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Conversation is not a reward to be bestowed on those with whom we agree; it’s a base line practice.

Trump shouldn’t get away with threats of annihilation — nuclear or otherwise
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No American president should ever casually speak of wiping out a civilization.

Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations - Reuters
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Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations  Reuters

Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92
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Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.

Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching strait as ceasefire breach - Reuters
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Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching strait as ceasefire breach  Reuters

Sabrina Carpenter Apologizes for Mocking Arabic Call at Coachella
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“I don’t like it,” the pop singer had said from the festival stage, after mistaking a celebratory Middle Eastern cry as a form of yodeling.

Peruvians vote in crowded presidential race as runoff looms - Reuters
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Peruvians vote in crowded presidential race as runoff looms  Reuters

Trump defends ‘whole civilization will die’ message to Iran: ‘I’m fine with it’

President Trump on Sunday defended his social media post from earlier this week stating “a whole civilization” would die in Iran, arguing it brought the Iranian government to the negotiating table. “I’m fine with it,” Trump told host Maria Bartiromo on Fox News’s “Sunday Morning Futures,” when she asked about the post.  On Tuesday, less…

Tottenham mired in relegation zone after defeat at Sunderland - Reuters

Tottenham mired in relegation zone after defeat at Sunderland  Reuters

The Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s Uranium Stockpiles Were Sticking Points in U.S.-Iran Peace Talks

The U.S. had demanded that Iran immediately reopen the strait to all maritime traffic, but Iran said it would do so only after a final peace deal, according to Iranian officials.

What Now? Vance Leaves Iran Talks Without a Deal.

The lack of a breakthrough after 21 hours of negotiations leaves the Trump administration facing several unpalatable options.

How JD Vance Tried and Failed to End the War in Iran That He Opposed

Vice President JD Vance led the highest-level talks between the United States and Iran in nearly 50 years.

US military will ‘clean out’ Strait of Hormuz: Trump

President Trump said Sunday that the U.S. Navy will “clean out” the Strait of Hormuz, just a few hours after he announced that the military branch will block ships from entering the passageway.  “We’re going to clean out the strait,” Trump told host Maria Bartiromo on Fox News’s “Sunday Morning Futures.” The president also said…

Happy Yuri Gagarin Day!

Gagarin was the first man in space, 65 years ago today.

ICE warehouses get cold shoulder — even in Trump country

Voters in Social Circle, Ga., overwhelmingly backed President Trump in 2024. But when the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) purchased a 1 million-square-foot warehouse in the tiny city to convert it into a mega detention center for immigrants, residents and local officials pushed back hard.   In February, the city notified Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…

The forgotten founder: Remembering James Otis on America’s 250th birthday

. In challenging the idea that the government’s authority was absolute, Otis helped lay the groundwork for the American understanding of constitutional limits, individual rights and resistance to arbitrary authority.

An Iraqi Drone Attack Barely Missed a Convoy Carrying a Freed U.S. Hostage

The Wednesday incident showed how the country is still a volatile front after a truce in the Iran war.

CBS Announces Retirement Of Longtime Masters Commentators Captain Cooter And The Gooch

AUGUSTA, GA—Saluting the illustrious sportscasters for their passionate work over the course of nearly 40 years in the Augusta National Golf Club broadcast booth, CBS officials announced Sunday that longtime commentators Captain Cooter and the Gooch would be retiring upon conclusion of the 2026 Masters Tournament. “Today marks the end of an era as we […] The post CBS Announces Retirement Of Longtime Masters Commentators Captain Cooter And The Gooch appeared first on The Onion.

Nigerian airstrike hits market, 200 feared dead in northeast Yobe state - Reuters

Nigerian airstrike hits market, 200 feared dead in northeast Yobe state  Reuters

Saudi Arabia summons Iraq envoy over drone threats from Iraqi territory - Reuters

Saudi Arabia summons Iraq envoy over drone threats from Iraqi territory  Reuters

Haley pours cold water on possible 2028 presidential bid

Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Sunday indicated that she won’t seek the party’s nomination in 2028. “I will not,” she responded to CNN’s Dana Bash on “State of the Union” when asked if she would consider another White House bid. Haley, a former South Carolina governor and U.S. ambassador to the United Nations,…

Opinion | The Iran War Is a Boon for the Petrodollar

America strikes back against China’s patient challenge to the U.S. currency’s supremacy.

Some Android users may qualify for $135 million settlement: What to know

If you've used an Android since 2017, you may qualify.

Woman, 19, who died after dog attack in Essex named by police

A teenager who died after being attacked by a dog in Essex has been named by police as Jamie-Lea Biscoe.

House lawmakers, on both sides of the aisle, call on Swalwell, Gonzales to resign amid misconduct allegations

A growing number of House lawmakers, including Democrats and Republicans, are calling on Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) to step aside amid sexual assault and misconduct allegations. “[If] that vote comes to the floor, I will be voting yes on both measures. These allegations are despicable and they demean the integrity of…

Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade - Reuters

Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade  Reuters

Hormuz blockade, Supreme Court retirements and powering AI with coal - Reuters

Hormuz blockade, Supreme Court retirements and powering AI with coal  Reuters

Justin Bieber headlines Coachella with nostalgia-fuelled set

The star spent much of the gig singing along to YouTube videos of early hits like Baby and Never say Never.

Defending the truth: The fight for Black history in 2026

As the U.S. nears its 250th anniversary, a battle for the soul of U.S. history is unfolding, with efforts being made to whitewash the history of resistance against enslavement, prompting Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) to introduce a resolution in Congress to protect Black history museums and cultural institutions.

Three killed as armed men attack Pakistan Coast Guards in Arabian Sea - Reuters

Three killed as armed men attack Pakistan Coast Guards in Arabian Sea  Reuters

Trump says it will take a little while for US to blockade the Strait of Hormuz - Reuters

Trump says it will take a little while for US to blockade the Strait of Hormuz  Reuters

Kaine says Trump leaving Iran nuclear deal ‘one of the worst’ foreign policy decisions by American president

Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) slammed President Trump for withdrawing the U.S. from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran during his first term. “This is not going to be an easy negotiation because the last negotiation that led to a control of Iran’s nuclear program, the U.S. made the decision to tear it…

GSK sees blockbuster potential in targeted cancer therapy after promising early data - Reuters

GSK sees blockbuster potential in targeted cancer therapy after promising early data  Reuters

Tiger King Attorney Sanctioned for Filing Complaint with AI Hallucinations

Another example of the risks of relying upon AI tools to assist in legal research.

Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during father's funeral - Reuters

Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during father's funeral  Reuters

Gulf Allies Turn Away From U.S. for Fresh Ammo

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the U.A.E., some of America’s best customers for weapons systems, now are looking to South Korea, the U.K. and Ukraine to restock defenses against Iranian drones and other munitions.

How the flight of Artemis II brought us together

The mission seems to have brought the humans back on Earth together in support and awe of the first voyage to the moon in many decades.

Hungarians vote in record numbers as Trump-ally Viktor Orbán faces biggest electoral threat since 2010

Hungarians vote in pivotal election pitting PM Viktor Orbán against rival Peter Magyar. Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary last week and met with the prime minister.

Iran war has cost Israel $11.5 billion in budgetary expenses, ministry says - Reuters

Iran war has cost Israel $11.5 billion in budgetary expenses, ministry says  Reuters

Overlooked No More: Margaret Gipsy Moth, Fearless CNN Camera Operator

She covered conflicts across the globe, joking after she was injured in Sarajevo that she would be returning to find her missing teeth.

First Democrat calls for Swalwell to resign from House over sexual assault allegations

Rep. Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) on Saturday became the first House Democrat to call on Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) to resign after the latter was accused of sexual misconduct.  “I’ve seen enough. With his nuanced statement aimed at defending likely criminal charges, Swalwell all but admits a per se abuse of power under House ethics rules:…

Trump announces Navy blockade in Strait of Hormuz after Iran talks fizzle

President Trump on Sunday announced that the U.S. military will begin blockading ships seeking to enter the Strait of Hormuz after weekend peace talks with Iran did not bring about a deal. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to…

IDF uncovers Hezbollah weapons stash inside hospital in Lebanon

Israel Defense Forces uncovered a weapons stash used by Hezbollah terrorists inside a hospital in Lebanon this weekend.

Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately - Reuters

Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately  Reuters

Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92, ending 'extraordinary' journey - Reuters

Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92, ending 'extraordinary' journey  Reuters

Equities subdued as US-Iran talks falter, ceasefire concerns renewed - Reuters

Equities subdued as US-Iran talks falter, ceasefire concerns renewed  Reuters

From pressing the Russian regime to undermining it

The West must offer Russians ways for both individual and collective exit in order to split the local elites and reincorporate the Russian middle class into Western society, economy, and culture, thus creating an opportunity for a more stable and predictable Russia to emerge.

After Iran talks falter, the big question is what happens next?

Twenty-one hours was not enough to end 47 years of hostility between Iran and the US, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.

Russia ready to supply gas to the EU if it has a surplus, TASS reports - Reuters

Russia ready to supply gas to the EU if it has a surplus, TASS reports  Reuters

‘This is the last warning:’ Iran radioes US during Strait of Hormuz demining effort: Report

After the U.S. military launched operations to demine the Strait of Hormuz, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) navy reportedly warned an American destroyer in the passageway. “This is the last warning. This is the last warning,” the Iranian forces radioed to one of the two U.S. destroyers in the strait, according to The Wall…

South Africa coalition party elects Cape Town mayor as leader - Reuters

South Africa coalition party elects Cape Town mayor as leader  Reuters

Australia and US boost support for critical minerals with $3.5 billion - Reuters

Australia and US boost support for critical minerals with $3.5 billion  Reuters

UK financial regulators rush to assess risks of Anthropic’s latest AI model, FT reports - Reuters

UK financial regulators rush to assess risks of Anthropic’s latest AI model, FT reports  Reuters

Iran’s Nuclear Program Has Survived, Posing Problem for U.S. Negotiators

Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. needs a commitment that Iran won’t seek to revive its atomic program.

Irish government announces measures to ease fuel crisis after days of protests

Ireland's prime minister Micheal Martin has announced measures to ease the pressures of fast-rising fuel prices following major protests across the country.

ADNOC CEO says Strait of Hormuz not Iran’s to control - Reuters

ADNOC CEO says Strait of Hormuz not Iran’s to control  Reuters

US ‘failed to gain the trust’ of Iranian officials in ceasefire talks: Parliament leader

Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament, said Sunday that U.S. officials “failed to gain the trust” of their Iranian counterparts after peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, collapsed. “Before the negotiations, I emphasized that we have the necessary good faith and will, but due to the experiences of the two previous wars, we…

Economic inequality is destroying our democracy

“We can either have democracy in this country, or we can have great wealth concentrated in the hands of a few. But we can’t have both,” Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once warned.  His concerns have never been more relevant. Economic and wage inequality has hit a 30-year high. Among peer countries, the U.S. ranks first in poverty, second in infant mortality…

Ukraine, Russia claim thousands of violations of Putin-imposed holiday ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin's 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire appeared to unravel as Russia and Ukraine traded accusations of thousands of violations, deepening mutual mistrust.

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his nation's forces would respond "symmetrically" to Russian attacks.

Israel's Ben-Gvir visits flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound - Reuters

Israel's Ben-Gvir visits flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound  Reuters

What Do Vegetative Patients Know?

They may have more awareness than we thought.

Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty - Reuters

Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty  Reuters

Iran aims to restore majority of refining capability within two months, oil ministry official says - Reuters

Iran aims to restore majority of refining capability within two months, oil ministry official says  Reuters

Shock from Iran war has Trump's vision for US energy dominance flailing

Record domestic oil and gas production hasn't saved US drivers from price spikes.

Direct U.S.-Iran talks fail to reach resolution after lengthy negotiation - The Washington Post

Direct U.S.-Iran talks fail to reach resolution after lengthy negotiation  The Washington Post

Today in Supreme Court History: April 12, 1945

4/12/1945: President Harry Truman's inauguration. He would make four appointments to the Supreme Court: Chief Justice Vinson, and Justices Burton,… The post Today in Supreme Court History: April 12, 1945 appeared first on Reason.com.

Today in Supreme Court History: April 11, 1862

4/11/1862: Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes's birthday. The post Today in Supreme Court History: April 11, 1862 appeared first on Reason.com.

Today in Supreme Court History: April 10, 1967

4/10/1967: Loving v. Virginia argued. The post Today in Supreme Court History: April 10, 1967 appeared first on Reason.com.

Pope Leo’s Case Against the Iran War Is Not Political

His comments about the Iran war should be viewed in light of Catholic tradition.

Petraeus: Extended talks possible as Iranians ‘quite good at dragging out negotiations’

Retired Gen. David Petraeus on Sunday said that extended talks between U.S. and Iranian officials are possible, saying that Iran is “quite good at dragging out negotiations.” Petraeus discussed the negotiations on the “Cats Roundtable” radio show hosted by John Catsimatidis on WABC 770 AM. He told Catsimatidis that “all eyes are on Pakistan right now,” and…

Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings - Reuters

Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings  Reuters

China's Chery looking to expand car production in Europe, top executives say - Reuters

China's Chery looking to expand car production in Europe, top executives say  Reuters

Eamonn Holmes 'doing okay' after stroke, says son

Eamonn Holmes is "doing okay given the circumstances" after suffering a stroke, his eldest son Declan has said.

A Hezbollah commander describes battling Israel in Lebanon

In a rare interview, a wounded Hezbollah commander tells NPR about his secretive Shia Muslim militia's new command structure and how it has managed to keep firing rockets into northern Israel.

Keonne Rodriguez on Bitcoin, Privacy, and Going to Prison

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As AI pushes students to reconsider majors, universities struggle to adapt

A recent poll shows AI’s increasing role in how students decide on college majors, creating a rapidly developing situation for universities that are still struggling to determine how the technology will shape higher education.  The Lumina Foundation-Gallup 2026 State of Higher Education survey found 47 percent of currently enrolled college students have thought about switching majors “a great deal” or a…

Trump’s ballroom saga invokes national security threats

As President Trump strives to remake Washington in his image, his White House ballroom project stands apart.  In court filings this week, his administration insisted that halting construction of the $400 million ballroom would amount to a national security threat — a departure from the broader claims of executive power undergirding other projects.   It raises…

Legendary Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Indian singer Asha Bhosle, who sang on tracks for countless Bollywood films, has died at the age of 92.

Trump claims U.S. will close Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks collapse

After talks between the U.S. and Iran collapsed, President Donald Trump claimed the U.S. will "blockade" the Strait of Hormuz.

'We need real peace': Ukrainians have little faith in Easter truce

Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.

Mexico Has a Major Crush on Its Top Cop

Omar García Harfuch, the square-jawed face of the anti-cartel campaign, has inspired a booming market for merch and shirtless fan art.

Woman raped outside church after leaving nightclub

Police are investigating a rape in Epsom in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Oman launches bidding round for five oil and gas blocks - Reuters

Oman launches bidding round for five oil and gas blocks  Reuters

What We Know About the Eric Swalwell Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Accusations that Mr. Swalwell, a congressman running for governor in California, sexually assaulted a former staffer and behaved inappropriately with other women have upended the race.

The real space science behind 'Project Hail Mary'

The science fiction blockbuster wowed audiences with its depiction of space travel and more. Here's what NASA staff and other scientists say about the basis for the amazing events of the film.

Irish police clear fuel protesters from central Dublin after days of gridlock - Reuters

Irish police clear fuel protesters from central Dublin after days of gridlock  Reuters