Breaking News- Trump admin announces expansion of visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere April 17, 2026The State Department said it imposed visa restrictions on 26 individuals under the expanded policy targeting those acting for U.S. adversaries.
- Singer D4vd arrested and held without bail in case tied to teen found dead in Tesla: Police April 17, 2026Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, was arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in LA, LAPD says.
- EXCLUSIVE: NYC officials refuse ICE hold for illegal alien accused in arson that killed 4 and injured 7: DHS April 17, 2026A Mexican national illegal alien accused of randomly setting a NYC apartment on fire that killed four could be released due to the city's sanctuary policies, DHS says.
- Former SMU cornerback Teddy Knox faces $2.88M judgment for crash linked to Rashee Rice's Lamborghini race April 17, 2026Teddy Knox, who was racing Rashee Rice's Lamborghini in a 2024 Dallas crash, was ordered to pay $2.88 million in a default judgment lawsuit.
- Miami Catholic Charities loses $11M contract providing care for migrant children under Trump administration April 17, 2026The Trump administration canceled an $11 million Catholic Charities contract in Miami, citing a drop in illegal immigration and fewer unaccompanied minors.
- Blue Panther and Último Guerrero steal the show at CMLL's first-ever US event in Las Vegas April 17, 2026Blue Panther defeated Último Guerrero in a legends match at CMLL's historic first solo U.S. show held at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Thursday.
- Ex-teacher faces 25 charges, including rape and abuse as investigation widens April 17, 2026Former Louisiana teacher Marisa Noel faces 25 charges, including indecent behavior with juveniles and first-degree rape, the sheriff's office said.
- Rogan backs reality TV star Spencer Pratt’s bid for LA Mayor, says ‘I’d vote for you’ April 17, 2026Joe Rogan endorses Spencer Pratt for Los Angeles mayor, saying he would absolutely vote for the reality TV star if he still lived in California.
- Missing pregnant woman found dead after mysterious Texas disappearance April 17, 2026Ashanti Allen, a 23-year-old woman who disappeared while eight months pregnant, was found dead in Houston, her family confirmed. No arrests have been reported.
- Franklin Graham defends Trump in letter shared on Truth Social after AI ‘Jesus’ image backlash April 17, 2026Rev. Franklin Graham defended Trump over an AI-generated image controversy, saying the president thought it depicted a doctor helping someone, not Jesus.
- Report details rising pressure on underground Catholics as China denies crackdown April 17, 2026Human Rights Watch says China is increasing pressure on 12 million Catholics amid a decade-long campaign to align religion with party ideology.
- Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin April 17, 2026Fox News has confirmed acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submitted his resignation letter to Homeland Secretary Markwayne Mullin Thursday.
- Bernie Sanders, AOC-backed Democrat wins key House race; GOP fails to expand fragile majority April 17, 2026Democrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway in a race to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's vacant House seat.
- Swalwell was dubbed the 'Snapchat king of Congress' years before sexual misconduct scandal emerged April 17, 2026Disgraced Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell was once called the "Snapchat king of Congress," years before his use of the platform was swept up in sexual misconduct allegations.
- Lorenzo Lamas and Heather Locklear set to make their first public outing as a couple at fan event April 16, 2026Heather Locklear and Lorenzo Lamas are taking their relationship public with a joint appearance at the Chiller Theatre Expo in New Jersey this month.
- Mike Trout's torrid Angels series vs Yankees ends in historic fashion after he blasts fifth home run April 16, 2026Mike Trout crushed five home runs against the Yankees, becoming the first visiting player to homer on four straight days at Yankee Stadium.
- Travelers may be slapped with 'ridiculous' new fees as popular city seeks millions per year April 16, 2026Galway City in Ireland is considering a nightly tourist tax that could raise $2.1 million a year, drawing both support and sharp criticism from local leaders.
- Tennessee governor signs nuclear family month resolution as critics push back on exclusions April 16, 2026Gov. Bill Lee signed a Tennessee resolution making June Nuclear Family Month instead of Pride Month, sparking backlash from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups.
- Left-wing host blasts AOC as 'weak,' says she only engages critics who are 100% friendly April 16, 2026Ana Kasparian criticized Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for what she called devastating "weakness" on Israel votes during a segment of "The Young Turks" Friday.
- Daughter of missing American woman touches down in Bahamas, slams stepdad after he fled amid investigation April 16, 2026The daughter of missing Bahamas woman Lynette Hooker arrived on Great Abaco Island and lashed out at stepfather Brian Hooker, who left for the U.S. abruptly.
- Trump admin announces expansion of visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere April 17, 2026
- World News
- South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search April 17, 2026The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.
- Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of missing teen girl April 17, 2026The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.
- Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment April 16, 2026The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.
- Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars after Trump spat April 16, 2026The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime.
- Rescuers to use air cushions in latest effort to save stranded whale April 16, 2026"Timmy" has been stranded in the Baltic Sea for weeks despite several attempts to free the ailing animal.
- Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines April 16, 2026During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines.
- Naples bank robbers hold 25 people hostage then vanish through tunnel April 16, 2026The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city's sewer system.
- South African opposition figure Malema sentenced to five years in prison for firing a gun April 16, 2026Malema is appealing against the decision, which means he is not going to prison immediately.
- Pope lashes out at foreigners who exploit Africa April 16, 2026The pontiff has been unusually forthright during his visit to conflict-hit Cameroon.
- How did a wolf become a fugitive in South Korea? April 16, 2026A wolf burrowed under a fence at his zoo in South Korea becoming the country's newest fugitive.
- Ex-Virginia deputy governor kills wife and himself in murder-suicide, police say April 16, 2026Investigators say Justin Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, multiple times before turning the gun on himself.
- Watch: Rising prices threaten Minnesota's meat raffles April 16, 2026Popular in local bars across the US, the games are facing higher meat prices, squeezing some of the charities that benefit from them.
- Turkish police detain 162 people over online posts about school shootings April 16, 2026At least 16 people were injured in a shooting at a high school on Tuesday, before another nine were killed in a separate school shooting on Wednesday.
- Russia launches deadliest aerial attack in months, killing 18 in Ukraine April 16, 2026A Ukrainian drone attack killed two people in Russia, Moscow says, after an Orthodox Easter truce.
- India pushes for women's quota bill as row over parliamentary seats intensifies April 16, 2026Southern Indian leaders urge mass mobilisation over concerns about redrawing electoral boundaries.
- Wanted activist arrested in South Africa over support for Benin coup plot April 16, 2026Keba Seba is known for opposing French influence in Africa and backing West Africa's military leaders.
- Brazil's former spy chief released from ICE detention April 16, 2026Bolsonaro ally Alexandre Ramagem was stopped by immigration agents in Orlando, Florida on Monday.
- Meghan: 'I was the most trolled person in the entire world' April 16, 2026Speaking in Melbourne about the harms of social media, alongside the Duke of Sussex, Meghan said she was "bullied" every day for a decade.
- Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed April 16, 2026BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March.
- 'Unprecedented' fire at Australian oil refinery to affect nation's petrol supplies April 16, 2026The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.
- South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search April 17, 2026
- US News
- Singer D4vd arrested and held without bail in case tied to teen found dead in Tesla: Police April 17, 2026Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, was arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in LA, LAPD says.
- EXCLUSIVE: NYC officials refuse ICE hold for illegal alien accused in arson that killed 4 and injured 7: DHS April 17, 2026A Mexican national illegal alien accused of randomly setting a NYC apartment on fire that killed four could be released due to the city's sanctuary policies, DHS says.
- Ex-teacher faces 25 charges, including rape and abuse as investigation widens April 17, 2026Former Louisiana teacher Marisa Noel faces 25 charges, including indecent behavior with juveniles and first-degree rape, the sheriff's office said.
- Missing pregnant woman found dead after mysterious Texas disappearance April 17, 2026Ashanti Allen, a 23-year-old woman who disappeared while eight months pregnant, was found dead in Houston, her family confirmed. No arrests have been reported.
- Daughter of missing American woman touches down in Bahamas, slams stepdad after he fled amid investigation April 16, 2026The daughter of missing Bahamas woman Lynette Hooker arrived on Great Abaco Island and lashed out at stepfather Brian Hooker, who left for the U.S. abruptly.
- High school students shown inappropriate images in teacher's slideshow presentation April 16, 2026Students at a Washington high school were allegedly exposed to nude breast images during a teacher's slideshow, according to the school principal.
- FBI receives DNA data from hair sample in Nancy Guthrie case: sources April 16, 2026Sources say the FBI is conducting advanced DNA analysis on evidence from the abduction of Savannah Guthrie's mother from her Tucson, Arizona, home.
- Sailors injured after fire breaks out on aircraft carrier USS Eisenhower during shipyard maintenance April 16, 2026Three sailors were injured after a fire broke out on aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, Virginia.
- Mystery clouds deaths, disappearances of scientists with UFO research ties: timeline April 16, 2026Karoline Leavitt says the Trump administration will likely investigate a string of mysterious deaths and disappearances of high-level scientists.
- California hiker's body found naked in Big Sur backcountry April 16, 2026Hikers found the body of 37-year-old Joanna Shields in California's Big Sur with reported strangulation marks. Toxicology results are still pending.
- Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Global leaders unite against hate April 16, 2026Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.
- Firefighter accused of killing cheerleading coach he called second mom, then responding to scene he set: cops April 16, 2026An Ohio firefighter is accused of murdering varsity cheerleading coach Ericka Kramer and setting her home on fire before responding to the scene himself.
- Realtor's cold case murder suspect alleges major evidence blunder by investigators: report April 16, 2026Kristin Ramsey, charged in the 2011 murder of real estate agent Ashley Okland, faces allegations her defense says involve lost or destroyed evidence.
- Body of New York woman who jumped from moving vehicle in panic and went missing is found weeks later April 16, 2026Suffolk County Police Department noted that the body found in the Long Island Sound has been identified as 32-year-old Brittany Kritis-Garip.
- Tyler Robinson judge unseals ATF report in assassination of Charlie Kirk April 16, 2026An unsealed ATF ballistics report in the Charlie Kirk assassination case confirms a casing match but is inconclusive on a bullet fragment link to the gun.
- Frat house turns into crime scene after member allegedly sexually assaults woman, police say April 16, 2026Crew Kvern allegedly strangled and raped a woman at a University of Arkansas fraternity house and now faces multiple charges, authorities say.
- Altman attack suspect referenced Luigi Mangione as copycat fears grow April 16, 2026Daniel Moreno-Gama allegedly referenced Luigi Mangione before he reportedly firebombed OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home, fueling copycat fears.
- Girl obsessed with Sandy Hook, Columbine allegedly plotted school massacre with other students: report April 16, 2026Authorities arrested three teens who allegedly planned a copycat Columbine and Sandy Hook shooting at a New York middle school, according to police.
- Athena Strand's mother reveals final words with slain child as jury weighs death penalty for FedEx driver April 16, 2026Athena Strand's mother took the stand at the trial of former FedEx driver Tanner Horner, who pleaded guilty to the capital murder of the 7-year-old.
- Chicago mayor warns of ‘teen trend’ after takeover chaos, violence concerns grow April 16, 2026Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson warns of a potential teen takeover on the South Side, urging parents not to let children attend dangerous gatherings.
- Singer D4vd arrested and held without bail in case tied to teen found dead in Tesla: Police April 17, 2026
- Tech News
- Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? April 16, 2026Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
- Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses April 16, 2026It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
- Booking.com customers warned of 'reservation hijacking' after hack April 15, 2026The travel platform said it had changed Pins to protect customers but would not say how many were affected.
- Google to punish sites that trap people in with back button tricks April 15, 2026The tech giant said it will punish sites that block back button navigation from June.
- Tech Life April 14, 2026Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?
- Man charged with attempted murder over attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman April 14, 2026The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.
- Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? April 13, 2026With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
- GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact April 13, 2026The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.
- Roblox defends expanded age‑checks after parents raise concerns over errors April 13, 2026With 144m daily users, the gaming company is extending its tech to introduce two age‑specific accounts.
- OpenAI boss Sam Altman's home targeted with Molotov cocktail April 10, 2026San Francisco police have arrested a 20-year-old suspect after a perimeter gate was set alight.
- Great at gaming? US air traffic control wants you to apply April 10, 2026A new government ad campaign is trying to persuade gamers to apply for air safety roles.
- Meta pulls Facebook ads recruiting for social media addiction lawsuits April 10, 2026The Facebook owner recently lost a landmark social media addiction trial in California
- Dancer with MND performs on stage again through digital avatar April 10, 2026Breanna Olson said brainwave tech was able to re-establish the expression and connection she felt had gone.
- TV for dogs booms but are they watching? April 9, 2026TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
- Tech Life April 7, 2026Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?
- Tech Now April 4, 2026Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.
- Tech Life March 31, 2026Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.
- Tech Life March 30, 2026Humans are returning to the Moon - hear about it on the BBC’s space podcast, 13 Minutes
- Tech Now March 28, 2026How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.
- Tech Now March 21, 2026Alasdair Keane visits the underground insect farm turning food waste into animal feed.
- Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? April 16, 2026
- Political News
- Trump admin announces expansion of visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere April 17, 2026The State Department said it imposed visa restrictions on 26 individuals under the expanded policy targeting those acting for U.S. adversaries.
- Franklin Graham defends Trump in letter shared on Truth Social after AI ‘Jesus’ image backlash April 17, 2026Rev. Franklin Graham defended Trump over an AI-generated image controversy, saying the president thought it depicted a doctor helping someone, not Jesus.
- Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin April 17, 2026Fox News has confirmed acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submitted his resignation letter to Homeland Secretary Markwayne Mullin Thursday.
- Bernie Sanders, AOC-backed Democrat wins key House race; GOP fails to expand fragile majority April 17, 2026Democrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway in a race to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's vacant House seat.
- Tennessee governor signs nuclear family month resolution as critics push back on exclusions April 16, 2026Gov. Bill Lee signed a Tennessee resolution making June Nuclear Family Month instead of Pride Month, sparking backlash from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups.
- Shouting match erupts between RFK Jr and Dem lawmaker over his comments about Black children April 16, 2026RFK Jr. and Rep. Terri Sewell clashed during a budget hearing over his past podcast comments about Black children allegedly needing to be re-parented.
- Hillary Clinton rips Trump on migrant child detentions, but Bill Clinton’s own record cuts deep April 16, 2026Hillary Clinton takes aim at Trump immigration policies over ICE child detentions, though thousands of juveniles were detained under Bill Clinton.
- US general warns Russia may be developing nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit April 16, 2026U.S. Space Command chief says he is very concerned Russia may be developing a nuclear weapon in space that could disrupt satellites and daily life on Earth.
- House lawmakers express disgust over Swalwell not being exposed sooner: 'It's shameful' April 16, 2026Lawmakers from both parties express alarm over Rep. Eric Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct as Capitol Hill debates how to prevent future abuses.
- DOJ opens investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations April 16, 2026The DOJ is investigating multiple sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and denied all accusations.
- Missing general, scientist deaths tied to secret US work prompt White House probe April 16, 2026Multiple scientists tied to U.S. military and defense research have disappeared or died, prompting questions about whether a broader pattern exists.
- Illegal aliens are getting taxpayer-funded boob jobs and sex change ops in Newsom's California, watchdog says April 16, 2026Illegal immigrants in California homeless shelters allegedly received taxpayer-funded sex change procedures through the state's Medi-Cal program.
- Reporter's Notebook: GOP clashes over ‘skinny’ vs ‘obese’ DHS bill as Trump agenda looms April 16, 2026Congressional Republicans weigh a skinny reconciliation bill for DHS funding as senators clash over adding Iran war costs and other legislative items.
- Harris stops in key presidential primary state after leaving door wide open to 2028 run April 16, 2026Former Vice President Kamala Harris fuels 2028 presidential speculation with visits to South Carolina, a crucial Democratic primary voting state.
- Sex crimes could cost lawmakers taxpayer-funded pensions under Hawley’s new proposal April 16, 2026A bill from Sen. Josh Hawley would bar members of Congress convicted of sex crimes from collecting taxpayer-funded pensions after leaving office.
- Minnesota Dems unite to block Walz, Ellison impeachment push, sparking online outrage: 'They're panicking' April 16, 2026Conservatives erupted after Minnesota Democrats voted to block a Republican-led impeachment investigation into Gov. Tim Walz over alleged fraud.
- Pope Leo slams those who 'manipulate religion' for military or political gain, Trump responds April 16, 2026Pope Leo denounced people who "manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic or political gain" during a Cameroon speech.
- Judge orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction, escalating legal feud April 16, 2026A U.S. judge blocked Trump from proceeding with above-ground construction of his 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom, in a near-term blow to the administration's plans.
- US eyes Iran fast boats with ‘kill’ tactics tested in Venezuela drug-boat strikes April 16, 2026The U.S. prepares for high-risk naval encounters with Iran's fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz as the blockade of Iranian ports continues.
- House Republicans defy Trump to shield Haitians from deportation April 16, 2026A group of House Republicans broke with President Donald Trump to vote for extending temporary protected status for over 350,000 Haitians.
- Trump admin announces expansion of visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere April 17, 2026
- Raw Reactions
- What Americans Think Of The Biden Impeachment InquiryWelcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly-ish polling roundup. It’s officially impeachment season again. On Tuesday, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy announced that he’s directing three House committees to start investigating whether President Biden benefited from his son Hunter’s business dealings overseas. McCarthy accused the Biden family of “a culture of corruption,” saying that the Biden administration […]
- The Second GOP Debate Could Be Smaller, With Or Without TrumpThe second Republican presidential primary debate is less than two weeks away, so time is running out for GOP contenders to meet the Republican National Committee’s qualification criteria. To make the Sept. 27 debate, each candidate must have at least 3 percent support in two qualifying national polls, or at least 3 percent in one […]
- The Senate Is Losing One Of Its Few Remaining Moderate RepublicansOn Wednesday, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney announced he would not run for reelection in 2024. On the surface, the electoral impact of Romney’s decision is minimal — his seat should stay safely in Republican hands. But it’s still notable because it represents the departure of one of the few remaining Republican senators who had a […]
- Why ‘Bidenomics’ Isn’t Working For BidenWelcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. nrakich (Nathaniel Rakich, senior elections analyst): For a long time, the economy has been seen as a big liability for President Biden in his reelection bid. Inflation soared in 2021 and 2022, culminating at a rate of 9.1 percent last June. The same […]
- Why Biden Is Losing Support Among Voters Of ColorAmong the most politically tuned-in, last week saw the kind of hand-wringing and accusations of bias surrounding the polls that you’d usually expect from the final two months of a campaign, not the final year and two months of a campaign. The focus was largely on general election polls: Whether a Wall Street Journal poll […]
- Politics Podcast: Polling Silly Season BeginsAmong the most politically tuned-in, last week saw the kind of hand-wringing and accusations of bias surrounding the polls that you’d usually expect from the final two months of a campaign, not the final year and two months of a campaign. The focus was largely on general election polls: Whether a Wall Street Journal poll showing former President Donald […]
- Ron DeSantis Probably Didn’t Turn Florida RedIn his presidential campaign, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has pitched himself as a transformational leader who has reshaped the politics of his home state. His 2022 reelection by 19 percentage points “was not just a big victory,” he has argued. “It was really a fundamental realignment of Florida from being a swing state to being […]
- Aging Politicians Are Only Going To Get More CommonPresidents are getting older and older. Former President Donald Trump was the oldest person to assume office when he was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2017, and President Biden broke that record four years later. If either is elected again next year, at ages 78 and 81, respectively, they will be older than the previous […]
- Should We Trust Polls Campaigns Leak To The Press?Now that we are on the other side of Labor Day and summer is subsiding, this is — as tradition goes — when focus on political campaigns really begins to heat up. The off-year elections this November will get some attention, but the main attraction is still the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this installment […]
- Politics Podcast: Is Donald Trump The Inevitable GOP Nominee?Now that we are on the other side of Labor Day and summer is subsiding, this is — as tradition goes — when focus on political campaigns really begins to heat up. The off-year elections this November will get some attention, but the main attraction is still the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this installment […]
- What Are The Swing States Of The Future?Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. ameliatd (Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux, senior reporter): The residents of states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan are used to having their airwaves flooded with political ads as presidential elections draw near. But over the years, there’s actually been a lot of variation in which states […]
- Everything You Need To Know About Tuesday’s Special Elections In Rhode Island And UtahUsually, Labor Day is considered the traditional start of campaign season — but here in 2023, it marks the end of the competitive phase of two heated special elections. Neither Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District nor Utah’s 2nd is expected to be very competitive in November’s general elections, so Tuesday’s primaries will likely determine their […]
- Vivek Ramaswamy Is Climbing. Where Can He Go?At last week’s Republican debate, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy arguably made the biggest splash of any candidate. Sharing center stage with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, the entrepreneur spoke more than any contender other than former Vice President Mike Pence and even briefly surpassed the absent front-runner, former President Donald Trump, in Google search traffic. Built partly […]
- After An Eventful Month, Trump Has Lost Support In The GOP PrimaryOnce more, with feeling: It has been a couple of weeks since former President Donald Trump’s latest indictment (this time in Georgia, in connection with his efforts to overturn the 2020 election there). Do the charges appear to have affected his chances of returning to the White House? After each of Trump’s three prior indictments, […]
- Will Trump Regret Skipping The GOP Debates?Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. maya (Maya Sweedler, senior editor): The first Republican debate last Wednesday featured eight candidates — none of whom was the front-runner. Former President Donald Trump elected to skip the debate, writing on his social media website that “The public knows who I am […]
- What Are Trump’s Chances Of Winning The GOP Primary?Is the 2024 Republican presidential primary already over? If you just look at the polls, you’d be forgiven for thinking so. Consider the state of the states: Several polls published last week showed former President Donald Trump leading in Iowa (with 42 percent to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s 19 percent and South Carolina Sen. Tim […]
- Politics Podcast: Good Or Bad Use Of Polling … Extended CutThis is a special end-of-meteorological-summer installment of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast. Galen Druke speaks with pollsters Kristen Soltis Anderson and David Byler in an episode made entirely of “good or bad use of polling” examples. They consider why GOP primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy polls differently depending on survey methodology, what we can learn from post-debate […]
- How Restarting Student Loan Payments Could Change Millions of Lives — And The EconomyWhen Congress voted in May to restart student loan payments this fall — and then the Supreme Court overturned President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan in June — Alexa Goins and her husband realized they had a choice: They could keep their house or they could pay off their student debt. Together, she and her […]
- Politics Podcast: Lessons From A Trump-Less DebateThe crew discusses their takeaways from the first Republican presidential primary debate in this late-night edition of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast. You can listen to the episode by clicking the “play” button in the audio player above or by downloading it in iTunes, the ESPN App or your favorite podcast platform. If you are new […]
- What Went Down In The First GOP Presidential Debate
- What Americans Think Of The Biden Impeachment Inquiry
- Science News
- Artemis commander tells BBC about 'powerful' moment crater named after his late wife April 17, 2026Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.
- Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends' April 16, 2026The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.
- Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment April 16, 2026The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.
- BBC Inside Science April 16, 2026What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
- Rare butterflies spotted after 430 trees planted April 16, 2026Rare white-letter hairstreak butterflies have been spotted after volunteers planted elm trees.
- Saving gorillas by helping humans April 16, 2026In South West Uganda, mountain gorillas are being saved by helping humans.
- Charity fundraises to bring back wildlife April 16, 2026The trust is aiming to raise £40K to create wildlife-rich public spaces.
- Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero April 15, 2026The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
- Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero April 15, 2026The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
- Huge containers of liquid waste dumped by roadside April 15, 2026Containers dumped on the A35 leaked into a drainage channel, raising environmental concerns.
- Sand dredging may have greater impact on Lough Neagh April 15, 2026The QUB team says it is the first time several techniques have been combined to analyse the effect.
- Watch: Dashcam captures meteor soaring through sky April 15, 2026A meteor that experts say was travelling over the North Sea is spotted in Northamptonshire.
- Interstellar A&E: The Scottish doctor of space medicine April 15, 2026Dr Christina Mackaill has been teaching emergency departments about how to treat astronauts after returning to Earth.
- Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of April 14, 2026A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling.
- Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of April 14, 2026A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling.
- New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea April 14, 2026Newly released video shows the moment the hatch of Artemis II's Orion capsule is unlocked to a joyful reunion with the four astronauts.
- The doomsday seed collectors fighting to save Wales' native species April 12, 2026Should the apocalypse arrive, Wales as we know it may depend on these two conservationists.
- Golden eagles' return to English skies gets government backing April 11, 2026The birds could be reintroduced as early as next year following a £1m injection from the government.
- From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon April 11, 2026BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
- From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon April 11, 2026BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
- Artemis commander tells BBC about 'powerful' moment crater named after his late wife April 17, 2026
- People In The News
- Lorenzo Lamas and Heather Locklear set to make their first public outing as a couple at fan event April 16, 2026Heather Locklear and Lorenzo Lamas are taking their relationship public with a joint appearance at the Chiller Theatre Expo in New Jersey this month.
- Zendaya's flesh-toned 'Dune' suit divides fans with brutal social media reactions April 16, 2026Zendaya, 29, wore a flesh-toned Schiaparelli suit on the "Dune: Part 3" press tour at CinemaCon, and social media had strong opinions about the bold look.
- 'Baywatch' alum David Charvet accused of striking and killing a dog in gated Malibu community April 16, 2026"Baywatch" star David Charvet has been accused of killing a dog in a Malibu gated community. The owner says her English Labrador had to be euthanized.
- Lindsay Lohan's stepmother arrested for allegedly punching and throwing a knife at Michael Lohan April 16, 2026Kate Major Lohan was arrested in Texas for allegedly attacking Michael Lohan, reportedly punching him and giving him a bloody nose at her home.
- Jay Leno and Arsenio Hall once rescued elderly couple from burning home April 16, 2026Arsenio Hall recalls in his new memoir how he and Jay Leno once kicked down a door and saved an elderly couple from a house fire in a dramatic rescue.
- Victoria Beckham breaks silence on family feud with son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz April 16, 2026Victoria Beckham breaks her silence on the family feud with son Brooklyn and daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz, in a Wall Street Journal interview.
- Former Disney teen star exposes chilling warning signs of predatory behavior in Hollywood April 16, 2026Former boy band stars Ricky Garcia and Lance Bass shed light on how predators exploit fame and power to target young artists in the music industry.
- Brandi Glanville ends up in urgent care after trying viral TikTok trend April 16, 2026Brandi Glanville revealed she spent Easter in urgent care after a TikTok-inspired garlic remedy for her cold went wrong and left a clove lodged in her ear.
- Prince Harry, Meghan Markle blasted for ‘faux royal tour’ as experts accuse couple of exploiting titles April 16, 2026Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's four-day Australia trip draws criticism from royal experts who claim the couple is monetizing their titles and royal relevance.
- Kevin Sorbo says he ‘escaped’ California, slams Democratic leadership in fiery remarks April 16, 2026Kevin Sorbo slams Democratic leadership and says he escaped California for Florida, praising Gov. Ron DeSantis as the best governor in the country.
- 'Happy Days' star Henry Winkler filmed his first-ever nude scene at 79 April 15, 2026Henry Winkler revealed on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" that he shot his first career nude scene at 79 for the hit Maya Rudolph comedy series "Loot."
- Carrie Underwood surprises 'American Idol' contestant with Tiffany jewelry and handwritten note April 15, 2026Carrie Underwood surprised "American Idol" contestant Hannah Harper with Tiffany jewelry and a heartfelt handwritten note of congratulations.
- ‘Yellowstone’ star Luke Grimes reveals outlaw country was 'no-go' in pastor father’s house April 15, 2026Luke Grimes shares how growing up with a pastor father meant outlaw country music was only allowed on boys-only hunting trips away from his mother.
- ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ star Catherine Bach stuns fans in new photo after reported hospitalization April 15, 2026Catherine Bach, who played Daisy Duke on "The Dukes of Hazzard," looks radiant at 72 in new Instagram photos following a reported health scare in October.
- Taylor Momsen rushed to hospital after venomous spider bite during AC/DC tour April 15, 2026Taylor Momsen, 32, shared that a venomous spider bite hospitalized her in Mexico City during her AC/DC tour, requiring treatment from local doctors.
- Sydney Sweeney doubles down with American Eagle after controversial 'Great Jeans' campaign April 15, 2026Sydney Sweeney fronts a new American Eagle denim campaign called "Syd for Short," a sun-soaked sequel to her buzzworthy 2025 debut collaboration.
- Katy Perry under police investigation over Ruby Rose's sexual assault allegations April 15, 2026Katy Perry is under investigation by Australian police after Ruby Rose alleged the singer sexually assaulted her at a Melbourne nightclub two decades ago.
- Jennie Garth admits ‘I wasn’t in my right mind’ after daughter witnessed disturbing scene April 15, 2026Jennie Garth opens up in her new memoir about her daughter finding her cutting herself with broken glass, a moment she says will stay with her forever.
- Queen Elizabeth’s aide, nicknamed 'AK-47,' clashed with Prince Harry in explosive ‘Tiaragate’: experts April 15, 2026Angela Kelly, Queen Elizabeth II's trusted dresser dubbed "AK-47," reportedly clashed with Prince Harry over Meghan Markle's wedding tiara in the infamous "Tiaragate" palace showdown.
- ‘Bachelorette’ star Taylor Frankie Paul won’t face new domestic violence charges April 15, 2026Taylor Frankie Paul avoids new domestic violence charges as Salt Lake County prosecutors cite statute of limitations and lack of sufficient evidence.
- Lorenzo Lamas and Heather Locklear set to make their first public outing as a couple at fan event April 16, 2026
- Environmental News
- Meta employee accused of accessing private images April 16, 2026A former Meta employee is accused of accessing around 30,000 private Facebook photos by allegedly bypassing internal security systems. What to know now.
- New FBI warning reveals phishing attacks hitting private chats April 16, 2026A joint CISA and FBI warning reveals Russian-linked cyber actors are phishing messaging app users to bypass encryption and access private conversations.
- 5 worrisome privacy clauses hidden in smart home devices April 15, 2026Smart TVs, voice assistants and connected cars collect detailed behavioral data through privacy clauses most users never read. Learn to protect yourself.
- Roblox adds age-based accounts for kids and teens April 15, 2026Roblox is rolling out Kids and Select account types in early June, building separate environments for different age groups with built-in safety controls.
- Why your home Wi-Fi needs more than just a strong password April 14, 2026A strong Wi-Fi password is not enough to keep your online activity private. Learn why a VPN is essential to encrypt your connection and block ISP tracking.
- Phone-free restaurants are trending across the US April 14, 2026Phone-free restaurants are growing across the U.S., with bars and eateries asking diners to put devices away. Gen Z is driving the shift, per a 2025 survey.
- AI is now powering cyberattacks, Microsoft warns April 13, 2026Microsoft Threat Intelligence says cybercriminals are using AI across nearly every stage of a cyberattack to move faster and scale their operations.
- Smart travel safety tips before your next trip April 13, 2026Heading abroad? Lock down your phone security, avoid public Wi-Fi risks and prevent surprise charges with these essential international travel tech tips.
- Identity theft losses surge 70% for older Americans April 12, 2026Identity theft losses among Americans 60 and older surged 70%, reaching $48.5 million according to the FBI's latest internet crime report.
- Toyota joins hydrogen truck alliance push April 12, 2026Toyota teams up with Daimler Truck and Volvo Group to scale hydrogen fuel-cell technology for heavy-duty trucks through the Cellcentric partnership.
- Remove your personal info from the web; stop it from coming back April 11, 2026Struggling to remove personal information from data broker and people search sites? Here's a complete guide to taking back control of your online privacy.
- Samsung Messages ending? What Android owners must know April 11, 2026Samsung is phasing out Samsung Messages by July 2026 in the U.S. and pushing Google Messages, but scam texts are targeting confused Galaxy phone owners.
- Google search led to a costly scam call April 10, 2026Fake phone numbers in search listings are being used to impersonate companies and steal sensitive information from unsuspecting callers.
- Fox News AI Newsletter: Lowe's $250M bet on blue-collar jobs that AI can't do April 10, 2026Lowe's CEO warns AI can't climb a ladder as the company makes a $250 million bet on blue-collar work amid rapid artificial intelligence advancement.
- AI chatbots refilling psych meds sparks debate April 10, 2026Utah is testing an AI system to renew certain psychiatric medications, drawing concern from experts about safety, oversight and reliance on patient self-reporting.
- Humanoid robots hit mass production in China April 9, 2026A Chinese factory is producing humanoid robots every 30 minutes, marking a shift toward large-scale manufacturing and broader adoption.
- FBI warns about foreign apps and your data April 9, 2026The FBI issued an alert warning that some foreign-developed apps may collect and store user data overseas, raising privacy and security concerns.
- Space travel tickets are back, but prices keep rising April 8, 2026Virgin Galactic is selling space tickets again at $750,000 a seat, up from $600,000, with over 675 customers already waiting for suborbital flights.
- Apple Pay text scam almost cost her $15,000 April 8, 2026A woman almost lost $15,000 after a fake Apple Pay text led her to call a scammer posing as law enforcement. Learn the warning signs of this growing scam.
- Healthcare data breach hits system storing patient records April 7, 2026CareCloud says hackers accessed one electronic health record environment for about eight hours on March 16 as investigators review possible data exposure.
- Meta employee accused of accessing private images April 16, 2026
- Entertainment News
- Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses April 16, 2026It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
- The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide April 16, 2026Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.
- Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row April 15, 2026About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.
- Canada was once a dream destination for Indian students. Is that changing? April 14, 2026Tighter rules, rising costs and visa risks are forcing Indian students to rethink studying in Canada.
- Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners April 13, 2026Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.
- The surprising reality of how teenage girls still define themselves April 12, 2026Despite strides in feminism, why do teen girls still seem to view themselves through the lens of boys?
- The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens April 10, 2026Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.
- How do student tuition and maintenance loans work? April 9, 2026There has been a growing debate around the repayment terms of Plan 2 student loans in England.
- 22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans April 9, 2026Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans
- Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England April 7, 2026The cap on Plan 2 and postgraduate loan interest rates comes amid a risk of rising inflation.
- Teachers' union warns of 'masculinity crisis brewing' in schools April 4, 2026NASUWT's leader said there is a "ticking time bomb" if male pupils cannot be helped with misogyny.
- Teachers vow to 'fight censorship' after school book row April 1, 2026The UK's largest education union says librarians have reported "internal and external censorship".
- British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge University March 31, 2026Hedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation.
- Teaching union votes against plans for new Year 8 reading test March 30, 2026The government says assessments are "vital tools" for identifying areas where pupils need extra support.
- Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns March 29, 2026The National Education Union says schools need more funding to be able to make all classrooms inclusive.
- 'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial March 28, 2026The landmark decision in an LA court may go beyond immediate impacts on defendants Meta and YouTube.
- Screen time for under-fives should be limited to one hour a day, parents told March 27, 2026New government guidance also suggests children under-two should not be watching screens alone.
- Campaigners welcome Meta and YouTube's defeat in landmark social media addiction trial March 27, 2026A woman has been awarded $6m in a verdict that could have implications for hundreds of other cases in the US.
- Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses April 16, 2026
- Health News
- Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report April 16, 2026Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.
- Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report April 16, 2026Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.
- Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report April 16, 2026Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.
- Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report April 16, 2026Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.
- What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work? April 16, 2026The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".
- What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work? April 16, 2026The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".
- NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you? April 16, 2026Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
- Breakthrough £90,000 Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests April 16, 2026A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed.
- I feared my son had a brain tumour but he'd been poisoned with vitamin D April 16, 2026Investigations found Roo had been accidentally poisoned with a dose of vitamin D prescribed for growing pains.
- Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation April 16, 2026The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.
- The Food Chain April 15, 2026So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.
- Senior midwife appointed to maternity inquiry April 15, 2026Senior midwife Donna Ockenden will review maternity services in Sussex after a campaign by families.
- Dr Chris asks: 'Why do so many of us have problems with our feet?' April 15, 2026Drs Chris and Xand explore common foot problems, from bunions to verrucas, and why diseases affecting our blood vessels or nerves seem to often show up in the feet.
- 'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored April 15, 2026New plans to improve healthcare for women and girls have been set out, but will they change anything?
- 'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored April 15, 2026New plans to improve healthcare for women and girls have been set out, but will they change anything?
- A cold could kill my daughter - hospital visits feel like a death sentence April 15, 2026Rebecca Quayle, who has terminal cancer, has had to wait in A&E with people coughing and taking Covid tests.
- Don't feel like exercising? Maybe it's the wrong time of day for you April 14, 2026Time your workout to your body clock, health researchers advise based on latest evidence.
- Single-sex space guidance for organisations to be published after May elections April 14, 2026Equalities minister Bridget Phillipson says election rules mean a new draft cannot be published until next month.
- 'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair' April 14, 2026Maddie Haining, 18, says she was told she was a safety risk and escorted out of a Manchester nightspot.
- Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid? April 14, 2026Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.
- Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report April 16, 2026
- Middle East News
- Israel must prioritize military independence - editorial April 17, 2026Independence is not isolation. It is the only way to ensure that “Never Again” remains a promise Israel can keep by itself.
- Israeli ambassador meets with France’s Marine Le Pen, extending outreach to Europe’s far-right April 17, 2026The meeting, which was not publicly announced by either leader, was confirmed by the Israeli embassy to the French outlet Le Parisien. It was unclear what the pair discussed.
- US releases details of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, Israel preserves right to self-defense April 17, 2026Both countries also recognize that Hezbollah’s activity “must be curtailed,” as Lebanon’s security forces are the only ones authorized to bear arms.
- WATCH: 'Not fringe youth': Hundreds of Israelis protest West Bank settler violence in Tel Aviv April 17, 2026Oded Papourish, an activist injured in the village of Kusra last month, emphasized that settler violence “relies on the understanding that Israel's law enforcement will always stand by their side."
- US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say April 17, 2026The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity as the communications were not public, said several European countries will be affected, including in the Baltic region and in Scandinavia.
- Despair rises, trust in leadership falls for most Israelis after US-Iran ceasefire agreement - poll April 17, 2026“The findings point to despair and pessimism as dominant sentiments, alongside high levels of fatigue and a clear expectation that the conflict is far from over,” the research team stated.
- A dirge without end: March of the Living ceremony presents Jewish life, honors Holocaust survivors April 17, 2026Survivor of the Hamas October 7 terror attack Agam Berger played a violin donated to Yad Vashem by Israeli relatives of a Holocaust survivor.
- MK Boaz Bismuth attacked by haredi mob in Bnei Brak, affirms dedication to draft law April 17, 2026Israel Police intervened and removed Bismuth from the scene without injury.
- US intends to lead Hezbollah disarmament, senior Israeli official tells 'Post' - exclusive April 16, 2026The official added that the current ceasefire terms are significantly better than those in November 2024, describing the situation as “much improved."
- Trump claims Iran 'totally agreed' to give up nuclear ambitions April 16, 2026“We had to make sure that Iran never gets a nuclear weapon. They've totally agreed to that. They've agreed to almost everything,” he claimed, despite no deal being reached during Saturday’s talks.
- Hours after ceasefire announcement, Hezbollah barrage leaves three wounded in northern Israel April 16, 2026Magen David Adom personnel treated five other people at the scene who were suffering from anxiety.
- MyHeritage's Scribe AI decodes world's oldest love letter, reveals 15th century familial tensions April 16, 2026Brews’ letter is part of the “Paston Letters” collection of correspondence between the Paston noble family and others iduring the 15th century, including state papers and other important documents.
- Editor's Notes: What kind of Jewish state are we becoming? Reflecting on Independence Day - comment April 16, 2026As Israel celebrates 78 years, the question remains: What kind of Jewish state are we becoming? A reflection on Zionism, identity, and unity on this Independence Day.
- Behind the scenes of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: Why did Netanyahu, Aoun agree to 10-day truce? April 16, 2026During a security cabinet meeting, Netanyahu was asked what led to the sudden change and Israel’s decision to agree to a ceasefire. “It's a Trump request,” he answered.
- A week into ceasefire, Israelis’ storied resilience is tested by questions about what was gained April 16, 2026Many Israelis are embracing a return to normalcy, but their feelings also include little sense of victory or stability, and a great deal of dread about what’s to come.
- Peace talks between US, Iran could take six months, officials tell Bloomberg April 16, 2026The officials recommended that the existing ceasefire between the US and Iran be extended, so as to allow for a more suitable timeframe in which to make the deal.
- Lapid says Israel's promises 'crash into reality' as opposition rages at Lebanon ceasefire April 16, 2026Internationally, the ceasefire has received more support, with the President of the EU and the Secretary General of the UN praising the announcement.
- Israel, Lebanon agree to ten-day ceasefire, Netanyahu confirms April 16, 2026IDF to maintain positions in southern Lebanon during truce, Israeli official tells 'Post' • Trump invites Netanyahu, Aoun for historic White House talks after separate phone calls
- Eisenkot unveils aliyah plan to bring two million olim by 2048, vows to cut bureaucracy April 16, 2026Eisenkot’s Yashar! party has been gaining support in recent polls, with the former IDF chief of staff describing himself as a "very strong candidate.”
- Israel breaks new ground at sea as Mossad, elite Shayetet 13 raid Lebanon's Naqoura April 16, 2026While for the ground forces, this has manifested itself in creating buffer zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, for the Navy, it has meant special forces carrying out more risky operations.
- Israel must prioritize military independence - editorial April 17, 2026
- BBC News
- Lyse Doucet in Iran: Destruction shows huge civilian cost of the warWhile military targets have been struck in Iran, civilian areas have too, showing the stark reality of the war.
- Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyedBBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March.
- Lyse Doucet: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be doneThe BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify.
- Israeli triple-tap strike kills three paramedics in Lebanon, officials sayLebanon's government condemns as a "flagrant crime" the killing of the paramedics, one of whom featured in a BBC report.
- Prominent Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti assaulted three times in a month, family saysThe Israeli Prison Service says the allegation that Barghouti was subjected to physical violence by prison guards are "false and baseless".
- Israel and Hezbollah continue attacks after Israel-Lebanon talks in USIsrael strikes hit southern Lebanon and Hezbollah fires rockets at Israel, a day after rare direct negotiations.
- How many ships are crossing the Strait of Hormuz?Since the start of the US blockade on Monday, 15 vessels have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, nine of which have links to Iran, BBC Verify analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.
- Sri Lanka repatriates 238 Iranian sailors stranded after US torpedo attackThe survivors of the US attack on Iranian vessel Iris Dena, which claimed the lives of 104 people, were among those sent home.
- Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US port blockade continuesThe United Nations' secretary general said it was "highly probable" that the negotiations would restart.
- The Israeli town on the frontline with HezbollahBBC foreign correspondent Nick Beake visits Metula, an Israeli town surrounded on three sides by Lebanon.
- Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993A US statement said the two sides had agreed to launch direct negotiations, at a time and place to be determined.
- Italy suspends defence agreement with IsraelThe Italian PM said the pact, which happens every five years, would be suspended "in view of the current situation".
- US-Kuwaiti journalist detained in Kuwait after social media posts, watchdog saysAhmed Shihab-Eldin is understood to be facing charges including spreading false information, the Committee to Protect Journalists says.
- Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
- Trump: Blockade needed to stop Iran blackmailing the worldA US blockade of Iran's ports is in place, having begun on Monday, according to Donald Trump.
- Lebanon seeks peace, but Hezbollah needs to be convinced firstThe Lebanese government go into peace talks with limited influence over the group.
- 'They are striking everywhere' - Paramedics in Lebanon speak to BBC after Israeli strikesBBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega joins paramedics on duty in Nabatieh - a city that was once vibrant, but is now abandoned.
- Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggestsThe vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, according to the poll.
- US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutesThe BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work.
- The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off.
- Lyse Doucet in Iran: Destruction shows huge civilian cost of the war
- Financial News
- Latest AI models could threaten world banking system, financial officials warn April 17, 2026Anthropic’s new Claude Mythos Preview model could expose vulnerabilities in lenders’ cyber defences
- Wall Street banks trade derivatives to bet on pain in private credit April 17, 2026JPMorgan and Barclays are among those offering CDS on Apollo, Ares and Blackstone funds
- OnlyFans nears deal to sell minority stake at more than $3bn valuation April 17, 2026Discussions with Architect Capital come less than a month after the UK-based platform’s owner Leonid Radvinsky died
- Welcome to the age of hoarding April 17, 2026As global economic uncertainty mounts, stockpiling is back
- The white-collar defence lawyers with nothing to do April 17, 2026The Trump administration’s approach to justice has made life quieter for those who defend alleged financial criminals
- Data centre delays threaten to choke AI expansion April 17, 2026Almost 40% of such builds in US risk hold-ups, including projects tied to Microsoft and OpenAI
- Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect April 17, 2026President Donald Trump says US-Iran talks could be held this weekend
- Foreign Office top civil servant forced out over Mandelson vetting fiasco April 16, 2026Olly Robbins leaves post as Starmer accused of misleading MPs about ex-minister’s appointment as ambassador to US
- Latest AI models could threaten world banking system, financial officials warn April 17, 2026
- Business News
- Economic News
- Tell Us What the Resumption of Student Loan Payments Means For YouStudent loan payments are scheduled to begin again this October after a pause of more than three years. Because of a Supreme Court decision last month, these payments will resume without a forgiveness plan from the Biden administration that would have wiped out up to $20,000 from some borrowers’ balances. We want to know more […]
- Congress And Biden Are Playing With Fire In The Debt Ceiling StandoffWelcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. nrakich (Nathaniel Rakich, senior elections analyst): Could an economic cataclysm be just a few weeks away? Experts are warning that could indeed happen if the U.S. doesn’t raise the debt ceiling, the statutory limit on how much money the federal government can borrow […]
- Why An Aging Population Might Not Doom The American EconomyThe American economy is booming and robust. Just look at the chart below, which shows that the overall unemployment rate — the share of people within the labor force who are without work but are looking for it — is lower than it’s been in more than 50 years: But wait! Americans just don’t want […]
- The Fed’s Fight Against Inflation Could Cost Black Workers The MostWhen the world grinded to a halt back in March 2020, one of the most tried and true rules of the U.S. economy once again reared its ugly head: When the economy goes into crisis, Black workers are disproportionately harmed — and are often the first to be affected. Unemployment spiked for everyone in April […]
- What Does the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Mean For The Economy?Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. amelia.td (Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux, senior reporter): On Friday, financial regulators announced that they were taking control of Silicon Valley Bank, signaling the largest bank collapse since the global financial crisis of 2008. California regulators closed the bank and put the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation […]
- Why Is 2 Percent The Federal Reserve’s Magic Number For Inflation?Transcript Santul Nerkar: Inflation in America is high. You’ve probably noticed when you’ve gone to the grocery store or gas station. But ordinary Americans aren’t the only ones unhappy with our current 6 percent inflation rate. The Federal Reserve isn’t thrilled, either. The number that the Fed would like to see — its target inflation […]
- The Fed’s Inflation Goal Is Completely ArbitraryOver the past 18 months, inflation has dominated our understanding of the pandemic economy. Americans have endured the highest yearly price increases in four decades, from soup to nuts — literally. Even now, as experts and forecasters worry that the economy might dip into recession, observers also remain dismayed about the relative stickiness of inflation. […]
- The Perks Workers Want Also Make Them More ProductiveThree years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote and hybrid work are as popular as ever. Only 6 percent of employees able to do their jobs remotely want to return to the office full time, according to a Gallup survey published in August. The vast majority of “remote-capable” workers want to spend at […]
- Are We Headed For A Recession Or Not?Inflation isn’t under control, and we’re heading for a recession. Except, wait: The latest jobs report indicates that the labor market is healthier than it’s been in years. So maybe we’re heading for the fabled “soft landing” as the Federal Reserve tries to curb inflation. Except, wait: That jobs report was too good, which means […]
- Which Republicans Could Vote For A Debt Ceiling Increase?Nothing is certain in this life, but the United States will definitely need to raise its debt ceiling later this year to avoid a potentially calamitous debt default. On one side, President Biden and Democrats want a “clean” debt limit increase, while Republicans want future decreases in spending included in any deal. To avoid a […]
- Why So Many States Want to Ban China From Owning FarmlandThe spy balloon spotted over Montana wasn’t the first recent incident to spark fears about national security and espionage in the U.S. Only a few years ago, a Chinese billionaire named Sun Guangxin planned to build a wind farm on part of 140,000 acres his company had amassed in southwest Texas, near Laughlin Air Force […]
- How This Debt Ceiling Debate Could EndPolitical battles in Washington sometimes feature the hallmarks of a bad sequel that uses the same narrative threads as its predecessor — just with less verve and imagination. In 2023, it’s taking the form of another round of drama over the debt ceiling. Congressional Republicans say they won’t back a debt ceiling hike without spending […]
- Who Americans Usually Blame After Showdowns Over Federal SpendingPlaying chicken with the national economy is not unusual for Congress and the president. There was the time that former President Donald Trump ground the government to a halt because he wanted money for his border wall. Oh, and the time that tea party Republicans threatened to send the U.S. into debt default if Congress […]
- Rents Are Still Higher Than Before The Pandemic — And Assistance Programs Are Drying UpCleveland is one of the poorest cities in the country. It’s far from the expensive coastal cities like New York City and San Francisco, where astronomically high rents are common. Cleveland doesn’t fit the stereotype of a city people want to move to; in fact, it has been losing population since the 1950s. But since […]
- The Numbers That Defined 2022What a year 2022 has been. There was so … much … news. We saw record-high inflation, war in Ukraine, a landmark Supreme Court session, continuing effects of the pandemic, the Winter Olympics, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the World Cup and, of course, the midterms. In typical FiveThirtyEight fashion, we’ve been reflecting on […]
- The U.S. Poverty Rate Hit A Record Low — But Don’t Expect It To Stay That WayThis video is part of our series “The Numbers That Defined 2022.” Transcript One of the most important numbers of the year that you might not have heard of is 7.8 percent. That’s the share of Americans who were living in poverty in 2021, according to the most recent supplemental poverty rate, which was released […]
- Americans Generally Support Unions — And Averting A Rail StrikeWhen President Biden signed a bill to prevent a rail-worker strike this past Friday, it was only the latest in a series of union actions that have gotten national attention in the past few years. Starbucks and Amazon workers are trying to unionize around the country. Nationwide, 78,000 workers went on strike in the first […]
- Biden Is Very Unpopular. It May Not Tell Us Much About The Midterms.This week, a Siena College/New York Times poll showed President Biden with just a 33 percent approval rating, a result so poor that it touched off speculation — including from yours truly — about whether he would even run again in 2024. The Siena/New York Times number is on the low end of the polling […]
- FiveThirtyEight Is Hiring A Temporary Full-Time Video ProducerFiveThirtyEight is seeking a temporary Video Producer to join our team full-time from mid-July through mid-November. This person will pitch, storyboard and edit videos about U.S. politics, filling an important role in our coverage of the 2022 midterm elections. The Video Producer will report to and work with the Senior Video Producer to direct and […]
- We’re Hiring A Part-Time Research AssistantFiveThirtyEight is seeking a diligent, well-organized and kind Research Assistant to help track down and input polls and other election data, as well as contribute research to political stories and projects. This part-time position plays a critical role in supporting FiveThirtyEight’s political coverage and interactive projects like our presidential approval tracker and pollster ratings. You’ll […]
- Tell Us What the Resumption of Student Loan Payments Means For You
- Sports News
- Fantasy Football Today: AFC West wants and don't wants for the 2026 NFL DraftAFC South RB depth, WR upgrades, and avoiding crowded situations ahead of the NFL Draft
- Guardians' Parker Messick takes no-hitter into ninth, falls short of Cleveland's first no-no since 1981A single from Baltimore's Leody Taveras ensured Cleveland's no-hitter drought would continue
- Mike Trout homers again to cap off historic series vs. Yankees: Why his resurgence looks sustainableThe 34-year-old Trout is putting up numbers on par with his very best seasons
- NHL futures odds: Lightning and Canadiens face off in first round of 2026 Stanley Cup PlayoffsSportsLine NHL analyst Scott Erskine gives an overview of the Eastern Conference matchup between Tampa Bay and Montreal in the opening round of the postseason
- 2026 RBC Heritage leaderboard, scores: Ludvig Åberg grabs first-round lead as Viktor Hovland finds his grooveTwo Scandinavians occupy the top two spots on the leaderboard on Hilton Head Island
- Use DraftKings promo code to get $300 bonus bets for Padres-Mariners, Avalanche-Kraken, Astros-Rockies todayDraftKings offers $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins for MLB and NHL betting on Thursday
- Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $150 in bonus bets on Padres-Mariners, Avalanche-Kraken, Astros-RockiesUse the latest MGM promo code CBSSPORTS get $150 in bonus bets for MLB and NHL betting on Thursday
- NCAA committee proposal would start college football season one week earlier, beginning in 2027A new NCAA proposal would eliminate the need for "Week 0" waivers and exemptions, moving the start of the season up one week for every team
- Wings shut down question about Azzi Fudd-Paige Bueckers relationship at post-draft press conferenceBueckers confirmed that Fudd was her girlfriend in a TikTok video last summer
- 2026 NFL Draft power rankings: The teams built to strike and the ones just showing upWe scored all 32 teams on draft capital, front-office aggression and roster urgency to determine who will control the draft -- and who won't
- NHL futures odds: Sabres to battle Bruins in first round of 2026 Stanley Cup PlayoffsSportsLine NHL analyst Scott Erskine gives an overview of the Eastern Conference matchup between Buffalo and Boston in the opening round of the postseason
- Barcelona lodge complaint with UEFA about refereeing after Champions League elimination by Atletico MadridBarcelona lost 4-3 on aggregate to Atleti in the Champions League quarterfinals and also had a player sent off in each of the two legs
- Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Guardians' Messick faces Orioles, Padres seek eighth straight winFind best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Thursday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts
- Merab Dvalishvili says doctors proposed he withdraw from Petr Yan fight at UFC 323: 'That's who I am'Dvalishvili insisted on fighting injured at UFC 323, much like he did against Umar Nurmagomedov, despite doctors' concerns
- Hornets vs. Magic odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament picks, April 17 bets by proven modelSportsLine's model reveals its Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic predictions and Friday NBA Play-In Tournament picks
- 2026 NHL playoffs: Quinn Hughes, Jack Eichel among Team USA stars chasing Stanley Cup after Olympic goldThese Team USA stars are trying to join a very exclusive club with a Stanley Cup victory
- HQ PM Newsletter 4/16/2026What to watch Thursday night: Guardians vs. Orioles, NHL + more best bets
- WWE WrestleMania 42 card: Matches for Night 1 on Saturday, Night 2 on SundayA total of 13 matches are officially set to take place in Las Vegas this weekend
- Michigan just won the title ... so why doesn't it feel like it? Why portal pressures spoil the shining momentsSo much for the afterglow: Dusty May opens up to CBS Sports on what it's like to win it all in the hyper-transfer era
- A.J. Brown trade rumors: Why Eagles star has been unusually silent as speculation swirls about his futureEveryone has been talking about A.J. Brown this offseason, except for A.J. Brown
- Fantasy Football Today: AFC West wants and don't wants for the 2026 NFL Draft
- Gadget News
- Startup News
- Domain Name News
- Luc Biggs sells a bulk lot of 68 LLL.ai domain names April 19, 2024TheDomains: Luc Biggs scored a bulk sale in .ai. I have not seen that before maybe others have. Luc put together a portfolio of 68 LLL.ai domain names, the price worked out to $495 each or $33,660. He posted the sales pitch yesterday and today said that it was sold using Escrow.com. I believe but […]TheDomains
- FedEx Buys Its 3 Letter .com Ticker Symbol April 19, 2024Domain Investing: It looks like FedEx has acquired a valuable 3 letter .com domain name. Whois records show FedEx is now the owner of FDX.com. The domain name transferred to CSC, and the Whois registrant is now listed as FedEx Corporate Services, Inc. FedEx stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the FDX […]Domain Investing
- Web3 funding in Q1 2024 sees it’s first uptick since Q4 2021 April 18, 2024TheDomains: Crunchbase news is out with a report today on Web3 and the number of deals getting done. While there was an uptick in Q1 2024 they point out that venture dollars well off the highs seen in 2021-22. From the article: Web3, once the buzziest of all buzz words in the venture landscape, saw […]TheDomains
- Atom Marketplace April 18, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: How to optimize an E-Commerce website? / Looking for a Dot De – Budget $150 / RemoteHomeroom.com Appraisal and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: How to optimize an E-Commerce website? – Do you have any advise you’d like to bestow upon other? Maybe you need some pointers […]DomainingTips.com
- AI Girlfriends will create a billion dollar business April 18, 2024TheDomains: When I interviewed Rick Schwartz at the beginning of the year he mentioned he purchased female first names in .ai including $20K for Betty.ai. Rick mentioned: Well, let me put it this way. One of the big sectors of Ai is virtual girlfriends. And so I have four female first names ending in Ai. […]TheDomains
- John Berryhill “Generic means nothing absent context of “for what” April 17, 2024TheDomains: One of the best participants at Namepros in my opinion is John Berryhill. John takes the time to help out on matters of intellectual property, udrp’s and other industry news. Every once in awhile he makes a reply that is worthy of a post and I think it’s important for those who don’t participate […]TheDomains
- Squadhelp Rebrands as Atom with Atom.com April 17, 2024Domain Investing: Squadhelp announced a complete rebrand this morning. The company is now known as Atom, and it acquired the Atom.com domain name in advance of the announcement. I believe Atom is a superior brand name than Squadhelp. This is a nice example of a company’s growth leading to an investment in its future via […]Domain Investing
- Nissan Going after Nissan.ai April 16, 2024Domain Investing: Nissan is an automaker that uses NissanUSA.com for its website here in the US. The reason it uses an off-brand domain name is because it lost a very long legal battle to try and wrest control of Nissan.com. That domain name had long been owned by a man named Uzi Nissan, who had […]Domain Investing
- Sedo weekly domain name sales led by Xash.com April 16, 2024TheDomains: Sedo released their weekly domain name sales and Xash.com led the way at $39,000. PokerPlus.com was second at 25,000 Euro, ($26,801) seller acquired for just $737. Kiffen.com was third at 22,450, ($23,885). 23 .com sales 20 cctld sales 3 other tld sales Domain name Date Price Currency .COM […]TheDomains
- How Many Battle for Shared Control of Amazon.com? April 16, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: GPT Domain Wanted – Budget $1,000 / Managing Dan, GoDaddy, and Afternic / Findbelow.com Appraisal and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: GPT Domain Wanted – Budget $1,000 – Check your domain portfolios and see if you have what they are looking for. Should be […]DomainingTips.com
- Using AI For Background Image April 15, 2024Domain Investing: I acquired a domain name last week, and once it transferred to GoDaddy, I set up a custom landing page using Carrd. Instead of buying a stock photo for its background image, I decided to test an AI image generator to save some money. In my paid Chat GPT account, I searched for […]Domain Investing
- Looking for Dot Com – Budget $500 April 14, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Electrician.jobs Appraisal / Domain Brokers of Afternic / Why some companies spend $1 Million on a domain name s and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Electrician.jobs Appraisal – How would you value this domain name in today’s market? Do you think it holds […]DomainingTips.com
- Free for-sale landing pages with Buy Now, Escrow.com, PayPal integration, & more! April 12, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Free for-sale landing pages with Buy Now, Escrow.com, PayPal integration, & more! / Small town changes it’s domain(s) and extension(s) for security reasons / Bots invading Facebook domain groups in large numbers and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Free for-sale landing pages with […]DomainingTips.com
- Androidhack.site For Sale April 12, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Free Expired Names / Dot Com Wanted – Budget $7,000 / Variant.com Sold for $118,001 and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Free Expired Names – If you are looking for a place to start check out these domain names. Even if you already […]DomainingTips.com
- It’s All About the Time You Put into It April 11, 2024Domain Investing: A few years ago, my wife jokingly described my daily work lifestyle as leisurely. In some ways, I thought of that as a badge of honor. I built my business in a way that gave me ample time during the day to run, play tennis, ride my bike, drive the kids after school, […]Domain Investing
- Looking for Anything – Budget $100/ Per Domain April 11, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Evaluation of LoveMatch.org / Hackers Alert / Check Out 101Domain and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Evaluation of LoveMatch.org – While dot com is still king, and would’ve been better, this is still a good find. They could at least be looking for […]DomainingTips.com
- Spatial Sidebar™ and Spatial Scrolling™ April 9, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Looking for Dot Xyz – Budget $1,500/ Domain / HiHonor.com upgrades to Honor.com / Preventing Fraud Reminder and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Looking for Dot Xyz – Budget $1,500/ Domain – They are looking for a one word domain name. It needs to have at least 70 registered extensions. […]DomainingTips.com
- NationalRightToLifeNews.org Sold for $23,100 April 7, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: Appraisal of DrillingGPT.com / Dot Com Wanted – Budget $1,000 / EBOO.com Sold for $20,000 and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: Appraisal of DrillingGPT.com – How would you value this domain name in today’s market? I believe it could at least go for […]DomainingTips.com
- MeineKreuzfahrt.de Sold for $16,262 April 7, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: CommercialSpaceIndustry.com Appraisal / Dot Com Wanted – Budget $5,000 / Specter.com Sold for $33,000 and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: CommercialSpaceIndustry.com Appraisal – While it maybe long it could be used as a blog, or reports. What do you think? Dot Com Wanted […]DomainingTips.com
- Trillion.xyz Sold for $29,988 April 6, 2024DomainingTips.com: Today: WebcamJourney.com Appraisal / Dot Com Wanted – Budget $1,000 / 637.cc Sold for $11,500 and More… Here are the new discussions that caught my eye in the domain community today: WebcamJourney.com Appraisal – Check out this two word domain name. Do you think it has any value in today’s market? Dot Com Wanted – Budget […]DomainingTips.com
- Luc Biggs sells a bulk lot of 68 LLL.ai domain names April 19, 2024
Discover the latest breaking news and stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of current events. Our free, breaking news website delivers real-time updates on politics, world affairs, business, technology, entertainment, and more. Dive into insightful articles written by our expert journalists, providing in-depth analysis and unbiased reporting. Whether you’re seeking the latest headlines or in-depth investigative pieces, our platform is your go-to source for accurate and timely news. Stay connected and engaged with our user-friendly interface, ensuring you never miss a crucial story. Trust us to bring you the news that matters, delivered with precision and relevance. Join our growing community of informed readers and experience news reporting at its finest.
Explore the NewsNucleus news portal for a diverse range of topics, including health, business, science, lifestyle, and sports. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality content that captivates and informs. Uncover exclusive interviews, compelling features, and thought-provoking opinion pieces that provide a 360-degree view of the stories shaping our world. With a focus on accuracy and reliability, we strive to be your primary source for breaking news and in-depth insights. Navigate seamlessly through our website to discover trending stories and thoughtfully curated content tailored to your interests. Trust us to keep you ahead of the curve with late-breaking news articles that ensure you’re always in the know. Embrace a news experience that combines accessibility, relevance, and credibility. Welcome to NewsNucleus, your one-stop destination for late breaking news that resonates throughout the world.