Trump blasts close ally Meloni, says she’s failing US on Iran
Trump publicly rebukes Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, accusing her of lacking courage on Iran, as Italy suspends its defense agreement with Israel.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:39 pm
Israel's spy chief says Iran mission will only end when 'extremist regime' is replaced
Mossad Director Dadi Barnea reportedly said Israel's campaign against Iran will end only once the extremist regime in Tehran has been replaced.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:55 pm
Trump squeezed between Israel and Turkey as Netanyahu, Erdogan escalate feud
Israel–Turkey tensions escalate sharply as Netanyahu and Erdogan clash over Gaza, Iran and regional influence, creating a diplomatic challenge for Trump.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:03 pm
'Not on our watch': Global law enforcement leaders unite in Poland against hate
Rising antisemitism since the Oct. 7 massacre drives a new global law enforcement effort focused on protecting vulnerable communities from hate crimes.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:38 pm
Zelenskyy announces 'the future is here' after war's first all-robot capture
Ukraine captured a Russian position using only unmanned robots and drones, Zelenskyy says, calling it a first in the history of the war with Russia.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:49 pm
China slams US military blockade of Strait of Hormuz as a 'dangerous and irresponsible move'
China slammed the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a "dangerous and irresponsible" move, urging all parties to honor a ceasefire agreement.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:38 pm
Gunman opens fire at high school in Turkey, wounding at least 16
At least 16 people were hurt after a former student opened fire inside a high school in Siverek, Turkey, before killing himself, officials said.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:37 pm
Kim Jong Un oversees cruise missile launches from prized new North Korean warship
State media claims Kim Jong Un watched cruise and anti-ship missile launches from North Korea's new warship Choe Hyon during Sunday's weapons tests.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:03 pm
Macron under fire over Iran, Hezbollah policy as Trump admin hosts Israel-Lebanon talks
Macron faces intense criticism for demanding Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire while Israel accuses France of undermining its efforts against Iran and Hezbollah.
Published: April 14, 2026, 10:30 am
Iran secures UN role with backing from UK, France, Canada, Australia as US stands alone
Western democracies face backlash for allowing Iran and other authoritarian regimes to secure influential U.N. seats as the U.S. stood alone in opposition.
Published: April 13, 2026, 7:38 pm
Pakistani general says Iran diplomacy still alive, despite US blockade, failed talks
The U.S. naval blockade on Iran may be leverage to resume diplomacy, says retired Pakistani general, as both sides were reportedly close to a deal.
Published: April 13, 2026, 6:44 pm
Could Somaliland base emerge as US foothold against Iran, Houthis in key sea lanes?
Somaliland is offering the U.S. a Red Sea port and air base at Berbera as Iran pushes Houthis to disrupt shipping through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait.
Published: April 13, 2026, 3:49 pm
China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader
China says it will restore some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and aquaculture imports, following a visit by opposition leader Cheng Li-wun.
Published: April 13, 2026, 12:01 pm
‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz
Senior Middle East advisor warns Iran could use Houthi proxies to blockade the Bab al-Mandeb strait if the U.S. blocks the Strait of Hormuz.
Published: April 13, 2026, 12:24 am
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to More Peace Talks
Fighting continued in southern Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah, even as Israeli and Lebanese diplomats met in Washington. The war in Lebanon has threatened to undermine the U.S.-Iran cease-fire.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:14 pm
How Peter Magyar Defeated Viktor Orban, a Former Ally, In Hungary’s Election
For years, Peter Magyar was a loyal ally of Viktor Orban, the far-right Hungarian leader. Then he changed sides — and defeated his former boss in a landslide victory on Sunday. Does he represent real change?
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:25 pm
As War Chills Economy, Dubai’s Most Vulnerable Bear the Cost
Migrant workers in the United Arab Emirates, whose hospitality industry has been hit hard by the war with Iran, are facing furloughs, pay cuts and even repatriation.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:00 am
What Happened After Denmark Adopted a Ruined City in Ukraine
The Danish government has contributed more than $250 million to Mykolaiv, as the Trump administration pushes a more business-focused plan.
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:23 pm
Mark Carney Seals a Majority Government and Remakes Canada’s Liberal Party
The rising star in global centrist politics has secured a majority in the Canadian Parliament. Critics are crying foul.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:27 pm
With Algeria Visit, Pope Leo Returns to His Augustinian Roots
Some theologians say the pontiff’s understanding of Augustine’s teachings helped inform his response to President Trump’s negative comments about him.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:08 pm
As Bahrain Cracked Down Amid War, a Death in Custody Sparked Outrage
The body of a man accused of spying for Iran, Mohammed al-Mousawi, showed signs of torture, witnesses said. The U.N. has called for an investigation.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:01 am
Benin’s Romuald Wadagni Poised to Win Presidential Election
Romuald Wadagni received 94 percent of the vote, according to provisional results. He faces the challenge of a growing jihadist insurgency in the region.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:10 pm
Russian Oil Revenues Nearly Doubled in March
The surge in revenue provided a critical lifeline for Moscow, which has struggled to fund the war in Ukraine amid record-high deficits.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:02 pm
Will Viktor Orban’s Legacy Live On in Brussels, Even Without Him?
Viktor Orban, Hungary’s newly ousted prime minister, helped to finance a Brussels think tank that pushes his populist vision. It will outlast him, at least for a while.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:59 pm
Europe Is Desperate for More Energy. Can Norway Come to the Rescue?
The war in Iran has once again exposed Europe’s energy vulnerability. A friendly source at home would seem to be ideal. But it’s not that easy.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:40 pm
Ex-Student Wounds 16 in High School Shooting in Turkey
Officials said the teenage attacker killed himself when cornered by the police. The authorities are investigating possible motives.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:19 pm
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam On Alert for ‘Extremely Dangerous’ Super Typhoon Sinlaku
The storm, named Sinlaku, was expected to make landfall on Tuesday evening in Tinian and Saipan, where tens of thousands of people were urged to shelter in place.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:39 am
In Myanmar, Even Flowers Stoke Fear
Myanmar’s generals have brutalized the country for decades. But they have come to dread garlands as a sign of resistance.
Published: April 13, 2026, 4:31 am
Hungary’s Populist Paradox
We look at what Viktor Orban’s defeat tells us about a model of government in which politics are more important than the economy.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:08 pm
King Charles III and Queen Camilla Will Visit D.C., New York and Virginia
The planned four-day state visit comes at a fraught time in the U.S.-U.K. relationship, following President Trump’s frequent belittling of the British prime minister.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:00 pm
Israel’s Spy Chief Addresses Criticism About the War With Iran
The Mossad head said Israel’s mission would not be complete until the Iranian regime was replaced, after criticism that the war has left Iran’s theocratic government in place.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:07 pm
Italy Suspends Defense Pact With Israel, Further Straining Ties
The move by Italy, once considered a strong ally of Israel, reflected growing anger over Israeli aggression in the Middle East. President Trump criticized Italy’s stance on the war.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:52 pm
China Offers Veiled Criticism of U.S. as Iran War Threatens Oil Imports
China’s leader, Xi Jinping, said that the world cannot risk reverting “to the law of the jungle.” Beijing has taken a more active role diplomatically as the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz persists.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:42 pm
Middle East War Will Slow Global Economic Growth, I.M.F. Warns
The conflict could also fuel another bout of inflation, according to the International Monetary Fund.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:50 pm
State of U.S. Blockade Is Unclear as Some Ships Transit Strait of Hormuz
Ship-tracking data showed that several vessels, including some that had been docked at Iranian ports, had moved through the strait as the U.S. military began its blockade.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:03 pm
In Leo, Trump Faces a Different Kind of Papal Opponent
Unlike his predecessor, Pope Leo XIV enjoys growing support from a broad swath of conservative Catholics.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:05 am
Trump’s Latest Oil Blockade Brings Bigger Economic Risks
Oil markets shrugged it off, but the effort to hurt Iran could provoke retaliation that inflicts more damage on energy assets and the global economy.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:23 pm
Israel and Lebanon Seek Way Forward in Rare Direct Talks
The talks, set for Tuesday in Washington, were not expected to produce an immediate breakthrough in the war between Hezbollah and Israel.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:44 pm
Amid War, G.O.P. Puts Off Testimony From Senior Pentagon Commanders
House lawmakers had been scheduled to hear testimony next week from the head of military operations in the Middle East, but the Republican majority postponed the hearing until late May.
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:53 pm
South Korea Can’t Build Enough Stadiums to Host Its K-Pop Stars
South Korea doesn’t have enough arenas to show off its own A-list talent. That’s why BTS began its world tour in a once-neglected, 22-year-old soccer stadium.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:45 pm
What the U.S. Blockade of Iran and the Strait of Hormuz Might Look Like
The U.S. military has provided few details on how it might carry out President Trump’s orders as he seeks to pressure Tehran on a peace deal. But history and established practices offer some clues.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:38 pm
U.S. Begins a Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
European countries declined to take part in the action, which is designed to pressure Iran into making concessions by cutting off its oil income.
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:35 pm
The Venezuela Model
President Trump calls the removal of Nicolás Maduro “the perfect scenario.” But not everything is going right for the U.S. in Venezuela.
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:20 pm
As Internet Blackout Hits Day 45, Iranians Bemoan State Hypocrisy and Economic Risks
Iranians enduring the latest communications shutdown warn that it’s crippling businesses. Critics say officials flagrantly use the internet they block citizens from.
Published: April 13, 2026, 5:56 pm
Killer’s Parents Could Have Prevented Southport Attack in U.K., Report Says
An official inquiry said the perpetrator’s parents, as well as government agencies, had missed several chances to avert the deadly attack.
Published: April 13, 2026, 4:51 pm
‘We Finally Have Democracy’: Hungarians Erupt in Joy and Relief
Many Hungarians, exhausted by a struggling economy and worried about a move away from the European Union, were jubilant after Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded. Some had wondered if he would.
Published: April 13, 2026, 7:14 pm
Two Iran-Linked Ships Passed Through Strait of Hormuz Ahead of U.S. Blockade
The vessels exited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, hours before a U.S. naval blockade took effect.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:53 pm
Many Popes Before Leo Have Been Entangled in Politics. Here Are 5 of Them.
Leo XIV, under fire from President Trump, has joined predecessors like Francis and John Paul II in confronting political issues.
Published: April 13, 2026, 8:34 pm
How Orban Lost His Touch, and Hungary’s Election
The election defeat for Prime Minister Viktor Orban is less the result of an ideological shift in Hungary, and more the playing out of a fundamental rule of politics.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:35 am
Iran Blockade Sets Up a Test of Which Side Can Endure More Pain
President Trump is trying to choke off the country’s lifeline with a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. But the Iranians are betting that his tolerance for political pain is limited.
Published: April 13, 2026, 7:01 pm
Hungary May No Longer Be Putin’s Ally, but It Can’t Afford a Full Break
Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s defeat will make it harder for the Kremlin to divide Europe, but Moscow retains leverage through energy sales.
Published: April 13, 2026, 1:08 pm
UK Will Not Join U.S. Blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Starmer Says
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the U.K.’s diplomatic efforts are directed at keeping the vital waterway “open, not shut.”
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:28 am
To Open the Strait of Hormuz, Trump Wants to Blockade Iran. Experts Are Skeptical.
President Trump’s announcement of a U.S. blockade was his latest effort to pressure Iran to negotiate after direct talks over the weekend did not yield an agreement.
Published: April 13, 2026, 5:15 pm
Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran
The regime in Iran has not changed and the nuclear and missile threats have not been eliminated, leaving many Israelis to wonder what this was all for.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:56 am
Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe
The Hungarian leader’s pro-Moscow tilt cemented his reputation in Kyiv as a spoiler. Now, Ukraine hopes a 90-billion-euro loan he blocked will be disbursed.
Published: April 13, 2026, 5:28 pm
4 Takeaways From Orban’s Defeat in Hungary’s Election
Economics and unhappiness with endemic corruption helped Peter Magyar, the challenger, secure victory. A visit by the U.S. vice president in support of Mr. Orban didn’t change things.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:54 am
To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students
Recruitment sessions have taken place at hundreds of universities and colleges across the country.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:02 am
Canada Special Elections 2026 Results: Carney’s Liberal Party Gains Majority
Prime Minister Mark Carney, constrained by leading a minority government for the past year, gained a majority in the House of Commons after special elections on Monday.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:13 am
After Chaotic Election Day, Peru Orders 2nd Day of Voting for Some Areas
Frustrated voters in long lines were unable to cast ballots in parts of the capital, Lima, due to logistical failures, eroding trust for some in the process.
Published: April 13, 2026, 5:12 am
In the Desert, a ‘Cleaning Station’ for Ants
A unique “choreography” between two ant species suggests a distinctive partnership in which one provides a carwash service to the other.
Published: April 13, 2026, 1:06 pm
‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump
The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t sure how it feels about that.
Published: April 13, 2026, 8:35 pm
Which Four Countries Pope Leo Is Visiting in Africa, and Why
The pontiff’s journey to the world’s poorest continent will demonstrate his urgent focus on the most vulnerable members of the Church.
Published: April 14, 2026, 10:37 am
Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism
On a four-country tour of the continent, where the faith is growing faster than anywhere else, the pontiff will be greeted by enthusiastic crowds and authoritarian leaders.
Published: April 13, 2026, 3:54 pm
China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.
Published: April 13, 2026, 2:38 pm
Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars
The move was a tacit acknowledgment of China’s dominance in the global market and the power of its automakers to keep prices low.
Published: April 13, 2026, 2:28 pm
Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years, and particularly in recent months. Peter Magyar’s election could change that.
Published: April 13, 2026, 11:55 am
How Would a Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Work? Here Are Some Possibilities.
The goal of the naval operation ordered by President Trump is to deny Iran the revenues it needs to fund its military, but there are many unknowns.
Published: April 13, 2026, 5:27 am
Scores Killed in Nigerian Military Strikes as Clashes With Militants Intensify
Nigerian officials said they attacked a terrorist enclave, but locals and rights groups said the airstrikes hit a popular market, killing many civilians.
Published: April 13, 2026, 11:55 am
An Underwater Phantom Is Killing Fish and Breaking Hearts
A mysterious algal bloom has haunted South Australia’s coast for more than a year, killing marine life and unsettling communities that cherish the ocean.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:22 pm
Florida doctor charged after allegedly removing wrong organ during surgery
Former Florida surgeon indicted for manslaughter after allegedly removing a 70-year-old patient's liver instead of his spleen during surgery in 2024.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:00 pm
Illegal immigrant driver charged with DUI after car veers off road, kills two children on bikes: police
Two children were killed when an illegal immigrant accused of extreme intoxication allegedly veered off a South Carolina road, officials said.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:08 pm
Texas teacher charged after alleged student assault 'hoax' causes lockdown
Texas teacher Nicole Truelove faces felony charges after allegedly staging a hoax stabbing that triggered a lockdown at Splendora High School, police say.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:28 pm
Omaha police shoot and kill woman after alleged Walmart kidnapping attempt
Omaha police say officers shot and killed a woman who cut a 3-year-old boy with a knife in a Nebraska Walmart parking lot.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:07 pm
New Jersey nurse gunned down at work by estranged husband in murder-suicide: police
A New Jersey nurse was allegedly shot and killed by her estranged husband in an apparent murder-suicide at a rehab facility early Monday, authorities say.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:42 pm
Anna Kepner's dad wants accused stepbrother in 'orange jumpsuit and handcuffs' after alleged cruise murder
Father of teen girl allegedly killed on a cruise ship says her accused stepbrother has shown no remorse and should not be free while awaiting trial.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:40 pm
Avid runner stabbed and shot in string of random attacks allegedly carried out by repeat offender
Police say a 40-year-old Georgia runner was stabbed and shot in a series of random attacks allegedly carried out by a repeat offender in DeKalb County.
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:03 pm
Three-year-old girl killed, pregnant mother injured after alleged drag racers split car in half in Arizona
A high-speed crash allegedly involving drag racers split a car in half in Tucson, killing a 3-year-old girl and injuring her pregnant mother.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:37 pm
California homeowner confronts intruder with shovel after man allegedly breaks in asking for daughter
Police say a California man broke into a Fairfield home through a sliding glass door after demanding entry and calling himself a fictional wizard.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:07 pm
House to vote on aviation safety bill after deadly DC midair crash
The House is set to vote on the ALERT Act, an aviation safety bill prompted by the Jan. 29, 2025, midair collision near Reagan National Airport in D.C.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:14 pm
Cop who killed drug suspect with Igloo cooler appeals conviction that made him an example
Former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, sentenced to three to nine years for manslaughter, draws massive public support as his defense attorney seeks an appeal.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:44 pm
Husband of missing American woman will remain in Bahamas after jail release, attorney says
Terrel Butler told Fox News Digital that Brian Hooker is not leaving the Bahamas just yet, after he was released from a Freeport jail on Monday night.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:20 pm
New Artemis II video shows moment Navy medical team opened hatch, welcomed astronauts
New video shows the moment a Navy medical team welcomed Artemis II astronauts back to Earth after their historic 10-day journey around the moon.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:58 pm
Arizona woman charged with killing newborn child 45 years after body was found
Nancy Jean Trottier faces a murder charge after DNA linked her to a newborn found suffocated on a North Dakota college campus over 40 years ago.
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:31 pm
Teen takeover spirals into chaos — gunfire reported as police rush in day after leaders call for calm
A social media-organized teen takeover erupted in downtown Detroit Saturday, with a reported gunshot and multiple detentions raising safety concerns.
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:00 pm
JD Vance says the ball is 'in Iran’s court' on potential agreement and more top headlines
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Published: April 14, 2026, 11:40 am
Molotov cocktail attack on Sam Altman's home sparks fears of copycat strikes against tech executives
A suspect allegedly traveled from Texas to San Francisco to attack Sam Altman's home with a Molotov cocktail, carrying a manifesto targeting AI executives.
Published: April 14, 2026, 10:00 am
US military kills 2 suspected cartel operatives in latest Eastern Pacific lethal strike, SOUTHCOM says
The U.S. military killed two men believed to be cartel operatives in the Eastern Pacific as part of broader efforts to disrupt narcotics trafficking.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:13 am
Butler man’s online rants to kill Trump end in guilty plea after FBI probe
Shawn Monper pleaded guilty to making threats to assassinate President Trump and kill ICE agents in posts on YouTube, according to the Justice Department.
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:42 pm
WATCH: Rowdy teenagers swarm DC Navy Yard in waterfront takeover despite police juvenile curfew zone
D.C.'s Navy Yard saw another teen takeover this weekend, prompting a juvenile curfew zone and increased police presence to address ongoing disruptions.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:20 pm
Eric Swalwell faces Manhattan sex assault probe after ending California governor campaign amid allegations
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's office is investigating sex assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, who suspended his California governor campaign.
Published: April 13, 2026, 8:08 pm
Missing American woman’s husband Brian Hooker released after arrest in Bahamas disappearance
Bahamian authorities have released Brian Hooker as the search for missing Michigan boater Lynette Hooker shifts to recovery.
Published: April 13, 2026, 7:25 pm
Illegal immigrant accused of Easter kidnapping, sex assault in college town; DHS rips second attack in weeks
Federal authorities warn Missouri not to release an illegal immigrant accused of raping and kidnapping a woman in Kirksville on Easter Sunday.
Published: April 13, 2026, 6:56 pm
Tyler Robinson's defense calls on expert from Kohberger case to argue bias in jury pool
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson's defense taps Bryan Kohberger's former expert witness to fight courtroom cameras, biased publicity at Friday hearing.
Published: April 13, 2026, 6:08 pm
Florida teacher accused of sex with student whose parents tracked his location
Florida math teacher Kirsten Rose faces five counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor after authorities say the student's parents tracked their son's location.
Published: April 13, 2026, 6:07 pm
Former U.C.L.A. Gynecologist Is Sentenced to 11 Years for Sexual Abuse
James M. Heaps pleaded guilty on Tuesday to sexually abusing patients, sparing them from having to testify at another trial after his conviction was overturned in February.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:11 pm
Hampshire College Will Close Amid Student Enrollment Declines
Hundreds of small private colleges like Hampshire have closed in recent years as financial pressures and competition for students increase.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:01 pm
Resignations of Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Set Up Special Election Fights in Texas and California
Aides to Greg Abbott and Gavin Newsom were weighing whether to call quick elections to replace two House members accused of sexual misconduct.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:27 pm
51 Percent of Americans Think Trump’s Military Action in Iran Has Not Been Worthwhile
A survey from Ipsos and Reuters, released on Tuesday, found few Americans — 24 percent — think the war in Iran has been worth the costs and benefits.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:35 pm
A New Accuser Says Eric Swalwell Sexually Assaulted Her
The woman said Mr. Swalwell, who resigned from Congress on Tuesday afternoon, raped her in a West Hollywood hotel room in 2018. She said she believed she was drugged.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:53 pm
Camp Mystic Hearing in Texas Weighs Reopening After Deadly Flooding
Testimony at a hearing this week has focused on what camp leaders knew and did as floodwaters rose in July, killing at least 116 people.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:05 pm
Ishmael Jaffree, Who Won Case Rejecting School Prayer, Dies at 80
An Alabama parent, he objected to prayer in his children’s classrooms. The Supreme Court ruled for him, a high-water mark in the push for the strict separation of church and state.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:06 pm
Appeals Court Ends Contempt Inquiry Into Trump Administration’s Deportation Flights
A federal judge’s nearly yearlong effort to investigate whether the Trump administration had violated his order had become a point of contention in the president’s battles with the courts.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:06 pm
Maryland Governor and State Democrats Fail in Redistricting Effort
State Democrats butted heads over a gerrymandering plan that could have eliminated the state’s lone Republican seat in the U.S. House.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:16 pm
Trump Administration Accuses Biden DOJ of Unfairly Prosecuting Anti-Abortion Activists
The report is part of the president’s effort to claim anti-conservative and anti-Christian biases in federal law enforcement, even as he pushes to wield the legal system against his political enemies.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:09 pm
Texas A&M Picks an Insider for President After Months of Conflict
Debates over how to teach about gender, sexuality and other topics have shaken the school, and lead to the ouster of the previous president at the College Station campus last summer.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:21 pm
House Republicans Step Up Scrutiny of Democratic Fund-Raising Giant
Three Republican-led committees, responding to a New York Times report this month, accused ActBlue of withholding documents from a subpoena request.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:08 pm
Virginia Governor Ends Tax Breaks for Confederate Groups
The new law signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger is the culmination of a long, Democrat-led push to distance Virginia from its Confederate past.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:30 pm
Olivia Troye, Ex-Pence Aide, Runs for the House as a Democrat
After spending most of her Washington career as a Republican, she joins a crowded field of Democrats running in a Virginia district that doesn’t exist yet.
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:00 am
Los Angeles Schools Strike Narrowly Averted in Last-Minute Deal
The strike would have shut down classes on Tuesday for hundreds of thousands of students in the nation’s second-largest school district.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:47 pm
In Leo, Trump Faces a Different Kind of Papal Opponent
Unlike his predecessor, Pope Leo XIV enjoys growing support from a broad swath of conservative Catholics.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:05 am
Trump’s Attacks on Pope Leo Create Fresh Midterm Headaches for G.O.P.
Republicans are counting on the votes of Catholics to maintain control of Congress.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:52 pm
How Stephen Miller Is Adjusting Trump’s Immigration Agenda
After the chaos and death that ensued during the deportation raids in Minneapolis, Stephen Miller, the architect of President Trump’s mass deportation campaign, is changing course on immigration. Our White House correspondent Zolan Kanno-Youngs explains how the administration’s strategy is shifting.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:12 pm
At a House Republican’s New York Event, Flashes of an Iran Backlash
Representative Mike Lawler, who is seeking re-election in a swing district in the Hudson Valley, faced tough questions from constituents about his stance on the war in Iran.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:29 pm
Undocumented Immigrants Fear Tax Data Will Be Shared With ICE
Fears that the I.R.S. could share their data with ICE have turned tax season into a gamble for people who are in the country illegally.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:49 pm
A Divided America Processes a War With Iran
As the war in Iran extends into its seventh week and a truce feels increasingly shaky, many Americans expressed bewilderment about a conflict that came with little warning.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:02 am
Greg Abbott Threatens to Cut $110 Million From Houston Police Over ICE Policy Dispute
The office of Gov. Greg Abbott wants the city to stop enforcing a new ordinance governing how its officers engage with ICE.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:58 am
U.S. Is Negotiating an Iran Deal That Would Buy Time, Again
The United States proposed a 20-year “suspension” of all nuclear activity, even as President Trump demands assurances that Iran can never build a nuclear weapon.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:05 pm
U.S. Military Strikes Another Boat in Pacific, Killing 2
The attack was the 49th since the campaign against vessels in the Caribbean and the eastern Pacific started in early September.
Published: April 14, 2026, 10:48 am
Michigan Man Is Released in Wife’s Disappearance in the Bahamas
Brian Hooker had been in police custody since April 8 after he said his wife fell off their boat and was swept away by strong currents.
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:31 pm
Trump and MAGA Embraced Orban. Now, They’re Worried by His Loss in Hungary’s Election.
Viktor Orban, the Hungarian prime minister, and his right-wing playbook were embraced by parts of the American right. Now some are worried by his defeat.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:29 am
Vance Says Pope Leo Should Stay Out of U.S. Affairs
The vice president, a Catholic, defended President Trump, who had accused the pope of being too liberal and “weak on crime.” The pontiff has said that he has “no fear of the Trump administration.”
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:12 pm
Tony Gonzales, a Texas Congressman, Says He Will Resign
The third-term Republican lawmaker is accused of coercing a staff member into a sexual relationship.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:05 pm
What Happens in California Governor’s Race After Eric Swalwell Stepped Down?
For Democrats, the drama is reverberating well beyond the state.
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:20 pm
What the U.S. Blockade of Iran and the Strait of Hormuz Might Look Like
The U.S. military has provided few details on how it might carry out President Trump’s orders as he seeks to pressure Tehran on a peace deal. But history and established practices offer some clues.
Published: April 13, 2026, 9:38 pm
Eric Swalwell Says He Will Resign From Congress After Sex Abuse Accusations
The California lawmaker said in a social media post Monday that he would quit. He has denied accounts of abusing women.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:53 am
Harvard Says Trump Lawsuit Rehashes a Battle the School Already Won
The government has accused Harvard of harboring antisemitism. Harvard says it prevailed in a similar case last year, and wants the lawsuit moved to the judge who ruled in its favor.
Published: April 13, 2026, 10:20 pm
Joe Rogan bursts into laughter over Trump’s claim that AI picture depicted him as a doctor and not Jesus
Image triggered backlash from across the political spectrum with the president eventually deleting the post
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:08 pm
The US flu season is over – but child deaths are continuing
The number of child flu deaths from last season is still rising – and is now nearing 300 deaths
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:06 pm
Dems file bill to push for use of 25th Amendment to remove Trump despite its long odds of ever passing
The bill comes as Democrats have raised questions about Trump’s mental fitness due to his violent threats against Iran
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:06 pm
Catholic JD Vance weighs in after Trump removes Truth Social post with image appearing to show himself as Jesus
Vice President JD Vance said that, in some cases, it ‘would be best for the Vatican to stick to matters of morality’
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:41 pm
If Trump’s AI Jesus depiction isn’t a red line for his Christian supporters, is anything?
Trump pushes an already-fragile alliance of conservative Catholics and evangelicals to the breaking point, Alex Woodward reports
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:37 pm
Fired Michigan coach Sherrone Moore sentenced after confrontation at staffer’s home
Authorities said the woman had ended the affair and spoken to school officials.
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:57 pm
86-year-old French woman detained by ICE after moving to US to rekindle decades-old romance: report
The woman, named only as Marie-Therese, is currently being held at a crowded detention center in Louisiana following her arrest
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:56 pm
Federal workers can’t escape religious messages from their bosses: ‘This has never happened before’
They’ve received proselytizing emails, invitations to worship services and observed religious undertones in policy decisions
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:46 pm
Would a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz be legal? An international law expert explains
The freedom of navigation through international straits is one of the core principles of international law, Donald Rothwell writes
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:42 pm
White House insiders share memes showing changing mood within the administration: report
After a busy start to the week for the White House, some of those working inside the administration described how they were feeling in meme-form
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:40 pm
A nonprofit lifeline for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as more papers seek nonprofit sector help
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has avoided an imminent shutdown by selling to a nonprofit journalism operation
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:39 pm
Israel and Lebanon have ‘wonderful exchange’ but remain in deadlock after first talks in decades
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the talks a "historic opportunity" but made it clear that no immediate breakthrough agreement was anticipated
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:33 pm
Wife of Spanish prime minister charged with corruption
The decision comes two years after an investigation was opened into Begona Gomez
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:27 pm
Bahamas police release Michigan man questioned after his wife disappeared from the couple’s boat
Police in the Bahamas have released a Michigan man who said his wife disappeared after falling overboard from a small boat in waters off the island nation
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:14 pm
New Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged her drink before ‘raping and choking’ her in hotel
California representative resigning from Congress over sexual assault allegations but has insisted they are untrue and pledged to ‘fight them with everything that I have’
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:06 pm
Trump’s energy secretary once said gas prices would fall by summer - now he’s not so sure
The national average gas price hit $4.118 per gallon Tuesday
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:35 pm
Irish government survives vote of confidence over handling of fuel protests
The motion was triggered by the main opposition party, Sinn Fein, which criticised the coalition’s ‘arrogance’
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:34 pm
What will JD do? Vance’s triple-whammy weekend hits his 2028 hope of succeeding Trump
After a whirlwind weekend in the Middle East, JD Vance returns to DC without the ‘dealmaker’ label to find other crises consuming Trumpworld, writes John Bowden
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:28 pm
Kremlin declares Putin was ‘never friends with Orban’ after historic election defeat
Moscow distances itself from influential EU ally as it attempts to play down his loss
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:39 pm
‘He was a hero’: Tributes to Red Cross paramedic killed during fierce Israeli bombing in Lebanon
Hassan Badawi was reportedly killed in a drone strike as the IDF faced condemnation over attacks on medics
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:09 pm
Fresh off Artemis, America is now turning its attention to creating nuclear power in space
The administration wants to launch the reactors to the moon within the next four years – a timeline that critics say could be a problem
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:08 pm
Is Trump OK? Experts warn ‘narcissism’ and ‘insecurity’ are overcoming president after vulgar Iran threats and Pope attack
Concern over Trump’s mental fitness has reached new heights amid the war in Iran, with his critics loudly calling to invoke the 25th Amendment, reports Rhian Lubin
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:06 pm
Most common names in the US revealed by Census Bureau
The 2020 Census is the first since 1990 to provide data on first names
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:52 pm
Trump’s Vatican clash and AI Jesus ‘blasphemy’ is fueling a GOP holy war: ‘He should not be treating the Pope as a rival’
Trump’s latest attack on the Holy Father and depicting himself as Christ has plenty of Republicans squirming in their seats, Eric Garcia writes
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:48 pm
Russian soldiers surrendered to Ukrainian assault using only unmanned robots, says Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky was in Germany on Tuesday to agree a major drone deal with Germany
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:40 pm
Trump turns on another European ally and says he is ‘shocked’ by her
The criticism marks a dramatic change in tone by Trump
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:34 pm
Afghan asylum approvals plunge as UK denies women fleeing Taliban, analysis warns
Report from Amnesty International finds Afghans less likely to find sanctuary in the UK than before Taliban takeover
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:28 pm
Homeless man saves 6-year-old boy he found wandering Miami streets at 11 pm as mom arrested
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The mother of the child, who has a learning disability, told police she was unaware that her son had been missing for 12 hours
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:09 pm
Man drowns in Colorado river trying to retrieve hat that blew off
The man was not wearing a life jacket when he entered the water from a pontoon boat to retrieve the lost item, according to local authorities
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:06 pm
Pam Bondi could face contempt charges over Epstein testimony after failing to show up for deposition
Former attorney general is ‘evading a lawful congressional subpoena,’ according to top Democrat on House Oversight Committee
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:05 pm
Trump officials thought USAID ‘just did abortions’ before gutting agency, new book claims
Global health experts asked for ‘Barney-style’ slides and maps inspired by blockbuster movies to justify their vital work in tackling infectious diseases around the world
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:55 pm
USPS union launches ad campaign encouraging mail-in voting amid feud with Trump
Trump, who himself voted by mail as recently as last month, has publicly criticized mail voting as a source of fraud and is urging Congress to curtail it through sweeping legislation
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:45 pm
Kristi Noem’s first DHS meeting where she entered to ‘Hot Momma’ was like being in a South Park episode, staffers say
Dozens of current and former staffers gave accounts about what it was like to work under Noem before she was unceremoniously dumped as Homeland Security Secretary
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:37 pm
Disney hit with layoffs as new CEO steps into role – ‘I know this is hard’
Walt Disney is set to eliminate approximately 1,000 positions across various departments as part of an ongoing effort to streamline operations, chief executive Josh D'Amaro announced in an email to employees on Tuesday.
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:29 pm
Invasive feral hogs are showing up in Texas neighborhoods for the first time as residents beg city leaders for help: report
Feral hogs cause millions of dollars in damage throughout Texas each year
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:28 pm
MAGA pundit insists Obama aide and the Pope are conspiring to hurt Trump
Hal Lambert claimed that ‘this is all about trying to hurt President Trump’s Catholic vote during the midterms’
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:25 pm
‘Baby Jessica,’ who made national headlines when she fell down a well, arrested on domestic violence charges
‘Baby Jessica’ grabbed worldwide headlines in 1987 when she got stuck in a well
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:22 pm
Trump bringing his son on China visit after criticizing Biden for doing so
The state visit has turned into a family affair for President Trump
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:18 pm
Family sues American Airlines after 4-year-old is bumped from flight plunging ‘once in a lifetime’ Disney trip into chaos
Exclusive: The child’s father was promised a $1,200 voucher for his troubles, but the offer was later rescinded, attorney Chris Ieyoub told The Independent
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:12 pm
Pope Leo urges temperance in new letter after Trump and JD Vance attacks
The pope has said he plans to keep criticizing the war despite Trump's comments
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:59 pm
Elderly woman robs Alabama bank and then turns money over to cops
Charges are pending as police investigate
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:54 pm
Woman, 65, charged in infamous abandoned baby ‘Rebecca’ case from 1981: ‘Maybe it was me’
Rebecca was found to be 3.481 quadrillion times more likely to be the child of Nancy Jean Trottier and her husband than another individual, according to authorities
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:52 pm
Harvey Weinstein faces third trial in New York City rape case
The Oscar-winning producer denies all the accusations and declared in court this winter that he had ‘acted wrongly, but I never assaulted anyone’
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:46 pm
MTG forced to answer for previously comparing Trump to Jesus during awkward CNN interview
CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins played a clip of Majorie Taylor Greene likening Trump’s 2023 arrest to the prosecution of Jesus
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:35 pm
Riley Gaines comes to Trump’s defense after he rips her criticism of AI-generated Jesus post
President Donald Trump denied being influenced by influencer’s post protesting his meme, saying he was ‘not a fan’ of hers, eliciting a surprisingly generous response
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:33 pm
Trump marvels at AI age journey video that shows him with Marla Maples but omits Ivana and Melania
President Donald Trump expresses wonder at trip down memory lane posted on Truth Social but some key episodes from his life story are missed out
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:29 pm
Adorable moment Artemis II astronaut welcomed home by her dog
Artemis II astronaut Cristina Koch’s adorable reunion with her dog following her historic trip to space was caught on camera.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:22 pm
Rural US state sees some damage from magnitude 5.7 earthquake
Nearby communities reported strong to very strong shaking that resulted in moderate damage
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:19 pm
Lebanon and Israel hold first talks in decades in bid to end devastating war
Washington is hosting the diplomatic talks and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will participate
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:16 pm
Is Trump’s blockade working? Experts say operation in Strait of Hormuz ‘like traffic enforcement in a war zone’
Analysts say that Iran has already moved vast quantities of its oil offshore and a full blockade would be complex to implement
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:16 am
Drunk wrong-way driver shows cop Barnes & Noble gift card instead of ID
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A drunk wrong-way driver accidentally showed a cop her Barnes & Noble card instead of her ID after getting pulled over.
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:11 pm
Los Angeles Unified narrowly avoids strike that would have impacted 400,000 students
Teachers, principals, and staff had been prepared to walk out if the deal was not reached in the country’s second-largest school district
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:11 pm
Super typhoon slows to a crawl as it bears down on remote US islands
The typhoon slowed to a crawl as it approached the islands, raising fears that the fierce storm won’t go away quickly
Published: April 14, 2026, 2:07 pm
Teen opens fire at his former high school in Turkey, wounding at least 16
Attacker, 18, opened fire on his old high school and then killed himself, officials confirmed
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:52 pm
Dad of three suffers burns to 90% of his body after ‘bursting into flames’ near California mall
The California father taken by a helicopter to a hospital for treatment, but remains in critical condition, his family says
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:42 pm
Hungary’s new prime minister says he will ask Putin to stop the killing in Ukraine
Peter Magyar’s election victory over Viktor Orban was greeted with relief in Kyiv
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:27 pm
Trump orders McDonald’s directly to the Oval Office door in awkward stunt
Donald Trump ordered a McDonald's meal directly to the Oval Office as his administration promoted their “no tax on tips” policy.
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:25 pm
Can Pakistan bring US and Iran back to the negotiating table before ceasefire ends?
The negotiations aren’t over yet as Pakistan still has a card or two left to break the deadlock between US and Iran and secure a deal to end the war in the Middle East, experts tell Arpan Rai
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:21 pm
Four dead as Israeli airstrike hits police car in Gaza, health officials say
An Israeli airstrike hit a police car in Gaza on Tuesday, according to medics in the region
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:16 pm
Newsom uses White House’s DoorDash stunt to point out Trump can be president - but likely can’t work for the app
Gavin Newsom’s press office team mocked Trump for the publicity stunt where DoorDash ‘grandma’ Sharon Simmons greeted him with two large bags of McDonald’s
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:12 pm
Man who wanted to kill Sam Altman ‘motivated by fears of AI for humanity,’ police say
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The suspect was opposed to artificial intelligence and had list of other AI tech executives
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:00 pm
Trump admin agrees to keep flying rainbow Pride flag at Stonewall monument
Under the agreement, within a week, the park service will hang three flags on its flagpole at the monument
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:33 pm
Italy suspends Israel defence deal renewal amid Middle East conflicts
Ms Meloni's right-wing government has been critical in recent weeks of Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:30 pm
Emergency managers issue warning for residents in tornado-prone areas
Emergency managers, who responded to some of the worst tornadoes in the country last year, have a message for Americans
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:11 pm
What you should do to avoid flight chaos this summer
With a large amount of the world’s jet fuel supply trapped in the Gulf, Britons’ holiday plans have been called into question
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:56 am
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s forces surrender to army robots in battlefield first, Zelensky says
Ukrainian robots deployed into ‘most dangerous areas’ of frontline, says Zelensky
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:40 am
Pope Leo has responded to Trump’s attack. Here’s what it tells us
Pope Leo’s opposition to the Iran war is not political in origin, Darius von Guttner Sporzynski writes
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:28 am
Starmer and Macron to hold summit in bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz after Trump’s blockade
Downing Street confirmed the summit will take place in Paris on Friday
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:16 am
Former Bundesliga striker dies in freak cycling crash with deer
It is understood the impact caused him to fall on his head
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:13 am
The Latest: Pakistan proposes new US-Iran talks as Vance and Trump hint at progress
Pakistani officials on Tuesday said Islamabad has proposed a second round of talks to the U.S. and Iran
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:08 am
Jon Stewart spots resemblance in Trump’s Jesus AI image
Jon Stewart, appeared to spot a familiar face in Donald Trump’s controversial “Jesus” image.
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:07 am
Scientists identify rare new species found nowhere else on Earth
The kungaka has been scientifically described as a new species: Liopholis mutawintji
Published: April 14, 2026, 11:07 am
JD Vance accuses Iran of ‘economic terrorism’ in Strait of Hormuz and threatens ‘two can play that game’
Vice president said negotiations with Tehran ‘didn’t move far enough’ in Islamabad
Published: April 14, 2026, 10:22 am
Mamdani quotes Margaret Thatcher during 100-day address
Zohran Mamdani referenced Margaret Thatcher during an address marking his 100 days as Mayor of New York City.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:34 am
Two dead after US strikes another alleged drug boat in Pacific Ocean
It is the second consecutive day that U.S. Souther Command has reported a fatal strike
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:28 am
Watch sanctioned ship pass through Strait of Hormuz after US blockade
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Live tracking footage from MarineTraffic shows vessels flowing through the Strait of Hormuz before the Iran war began, and what the Strait looked like both after the ceasefire announcement and following the US-enforced maritime blockade.
Published: April 14, 2026, 9:11 am
Trump may have to watch Wall St Journal reporters win an award for their Epstein birthday letter story
President Donald Trump will appear at this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a decade-long boycott but may have to see newspaper he attempted to sue win prize for Jeffrey Epstein reporting
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:43 am
United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger to Trump, sources say
A combination of two of the largest US network carriers would mark the biggest consolidation move in more than a decade
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:42 am
A timeline of Trump and Pope Leo’s escalating feud over Iran war
A feud has escalated between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV over the war in Iran.
Published: April 14, 2026, 8:34 am
Trump gets McDonald’s DoorDashed to White House and then takes Iran war questions with delivery person
Trump grabs two bags of McDonald’s before issuing threats to Iran over nuclear program
Published: April 13, 2026, 4:52 pm
Starmer refuses to back Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade
The prime minister has spoken out for the first time on the US president’s decision to block the Strait of Hormuz
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:49 am
Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks as US blockade takes effect
The standoff between the United States and Iran is deepening as the U.S. has declared it has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has threatened to strike targets across the region, and Pakistan says it is racing to bring the sides together for more talks
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:36 am
Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for four-day ‘quasi-royal’ tour
Their itinerary spans Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney, and includes visits to a children’s hospital, a women’s homeless service, and events supporting military veterans and their families
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:25 am
Mark Carney’s party secures majority government after sweeping to victory in three special elections
Liberals now hold 174 of 343 seats in the House of Commons, allowing them to pass legislation without relying on other parties
Published: April 14, 2026, 7:18 am
Hungarian MP’s dancing steals show after Viktor Orban ousted
A Hungarian MP has gone viral for his wild celebratory dance moves as autocratic Prime Minister Viktor Orban was defeated in a landslide.
Published: April 14, 2026, 6:37 am
Afghanistan's capital is in the grip of a water crisis
Nestled in a high-altitude valley in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountain range, Kabul is rapidly running out of water
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:29 am
Xi and Sánchez say China and Spain should help safeguard multilateralism
The leaders of China and Spain on Tuesday have pledged to strengthen their relations and work to safeguard multilateralism at a time when the world is being impacted by various conflicts, including the recent war in Iran
Published: April 14, 2026, 5:09 am
Trump claims controversial post depicting him as Jesus was actually him as a doctor
Right-wing Christian figures and MAGA allies condemned the president’s AI-generated image as blasphemy
Published: April 13, 2026, 3:56 pm
Husband of American woman missing in the Bahamas is released without charges
Brian Hooker told police he and his wife, Lynette, were traveling in a motorboat on the eastern end of the Bahamas when she fell overboard on April 4
Published: April 14, 2026, 4:02 am
Trump rants against ‘The Failing New York Times’ over Iran coverage following its feature questioning his mental health
The mercurial president did not directly mention mental health, but has previously called NYT ‘seditious’ for questioning his physical condition
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:51 am
Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens piracy and risks outright war against China
Trump’s threats to the Strait of Hormuz will make America a pirate nation and risk conflict with China, making Beijing seem like the grown-ups, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:18 am
What is the ‘Gate of Tears’? Key shipping route that could be attacked by Houthis and disrupt global economy
The Bab al-Mandab strait has been a vital shipping route for Saudi Arabia since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:14 am
Trump slams Pope Leo as ‘weak’ and posts picture of himself as Jesus healing the sick
President claims ‘if I wasn’t in the White House, Leo wouldn’t be in the Vatican’ in Truth Social tirade
Published: April 13, 2026, 7:28 am
Why is the US threatening to blockade the Strait of Hormuz – and how could it work?
Millions of barrels of oil and gas are being held up after Iran took control of the strategic shipping route
Published: April 14, 2026, 3:05 am
Trump may be ‘jealous’ of Pope Leo’s approval ratings as his support ‘drops down into the Dead Sea’, polling guru says
Trump is now underwater with American Catholics despite their ironclad support for him in the 2024 election, CNN’s chief data analyst Harry Enten pointed out
Published: April 14, 2026, 1:18 am
Georgia mom throws two children from balcony of burning home into arms of police officers waiting below
The officers arrived to find the 24-unit apartment building partially ‘engulfed in flames’
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:36 am
Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales to retire from Congress after House opens inquiry into affair with former staffer
The embattled congressman admitted in March after months of allegations that he‘d had an inappropriate relationship with an aide who later died by suicide
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:19 am
California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations
Swalwell has fiercely denied any allegations of sexual misconduct, but apologized to his constituents for his past ‘mistakes in judgment’
Published: April 14, 2026, 12:04 am
MAGA rep’s town hall descends into chaos as he tries to defend Trump’s Iran war: ‘Act like an adult, and stop’
Representative Mike Lawler expressed his support for the Iran war, arguing, ‘We need to do everything we can to ensure that this regime never gets a nuclear weapon’
Published: April 13, 2026, 11:56 pm
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