Breaking News- Trump has a bold option to counter Virginia's new gerrymander scheme April 21, 2026Gov. Abigail Spanberger backs a Virginia redistricting plan that critics say uses misleading ballot language to disguise an extreme gerrymander.
- MORNING GLORY: President Trump must reject a second Munich and hold firm again Iran April 21, 2026Hugh Hewitt argues Trump must demand Iran's full capitulation on enrichment, missiles and terrorism rather than accepting a partial deal in Islamabad.
- Republicans sound alarm on Democrats' ‘power grab’ as Virginia votes on redistricting shake-up April 21, 2026Virginians vote Tuesday on a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state's congressional map and boost Democrats in the midterm elections.
- LIZ PEEK: Warring Democrats will need more than Trump hatred to win in 2028 April 21, 2026Democrats remain united against President Trump, but deep divisions between progressives and moderates threaten to fracture the party by 2028.
- Senate GOP readying party-line funding bill despite divisions, anger at the House April 21, 2026Senate Republicans aim to advance a party-line reconciliation package for immigration funding this week amid internal divisions between both chambers over the bill's scope.
- Warsh faces high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing to lead world’s most powerful central bank April 21, 2026Kevin Warsh heads into a high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing as Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve amid mounting economic and legal pressure.
- Democrats taking the Senate? Seriously? Despite Trump’s sinking polls, it’s probably a media fantasy April 21, 2026Democrats winning the Senate is generating buzz, but the path requires nearly impossible wins in multiple reliably Republican states this cycle.
- Ex-CENTCOM commander warns against 'risky' US ground operation to seize Iran’s enriched uranium April 21, 2026Ret. Gen. Petraeus warns against a ground invasion of Iran and said assassinating more leaders will not bring the uranium enrichment issue to a close.
- Another Democrat exits California's crowded gubernatorial race weeks before the June 2 primary election April 21, 2026Democrat Betty Yee, former California state controller, has dropped out of California's crowded gubernatorial race weeks before the June 2 primary election approaches.
- NFL restricts access to draft prospects' contact info after 2025 Shedeur Sanders prank call: report April 21, 2026The NFL is now reportedly restricting access to draft prospects' contact information after a prank call to Shedeur Sanders went viral during the 2025 draft.
- Chinese national arrested at JFK after allegedly photographing US military aircraft at Nebraska base April 21, 2026Tianrui Liang, a Chinese national, was arrested at JFK Airport after allegedly photographing sensitive military planes near Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska.
- Nancy Sinatra slams Trump's use of father's song 'My Way' as 'sacrilege' April 21, 2026Nancy Sinatra responded to President Donald Trump posting a video of Frank Sinatra singing "My Way" on Truth Social, calling it a "sacrilege" of the song.
- Mom, pregnant teen and 12-year-old found bound and murdered as police hunt multiple suspects April 21, 2026Authorities say three people, including a pregnant 17-year-old and a nearly decapitated 12-year-old boy, were brutally killed in a Wilmer, Alabama home.
- Stephen A. Smith makes brutal gaffe while talking about the Golden State Warriors April 21, 2026Stephen A. Smith falsely claimed the Warriors haven't made the playoffs since 2022, but Golden State reached the second round in both 2023 and 2025.
- Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of young girl allegedly found dismembered, decomposing in his car April 21, 2026Alt-pop singer D4vd allegedly killed a 14-year-old girl who threatened to expose their relationship. He pleaded not guilty to all charges Monday.
- Small market MLB teams are outperforming big payrolls, undermining owners' push to cancel 2027 season April 21, 2026Early 2026 MLB standings challenge the salary cap argument as small market teams thrive and big-spending clubs like the Mets and Phillies struggle.
- Cher files for conservatorship again, cites son’s drug use and 'no concept of money' April 21, 2026Cher files for temporary conservatorship over son Elijah Blue Allman, claiming his mental health and finances have significantly deteriorated since 2023.
- NASA coordinating with relevant agencies in missing scientists probe April 21, 2026NASA says it is cooperating with federal agencies to investigate the deaths and disappearances of 11 nuclear and space-linked scientists since 2022.
- Dan Rather among 200 journalists demanding Trump be called out at White House Correspondents' Dinner April 21, 2026An open letter of over 200 journalists is demanding the White House Correspondents' Association to call out President Donald Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.
- Soros-linked dark money network fuels Virginia redistricting push backed by national Democrats April 20, 2026Virginians for Fair Elections, one of the main groups supporting the state's redistricting referendum, has raised $64 million from liberal dark money groups, labor unions, and major Dem figures.
- Trump has a bold option to counter Virginia's new gerrymander scheme April 21, 2026
- World News
- Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico's ancient Teotihuacán pyramids April 21, 2026Several people were also injured in the incident on Monday at the popular tourist site, say Mexican officials, weeks before the country hosts the Fifa World Cup.
- Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism April 21, 2026This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries.
- New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years April 21, 2026Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
- Japan on high alert for 'huge' second quake after lifting tsunami warning April 21, 2026Japan's meteorological agency warns another, stronger earthquake may hit in the next week.
- US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl April 21, 2026Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.
- Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran April 20, 2026The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.
- Indian politicians are campaigning while holding fish. What is going on? April 20, 2026In West Bengal polls, fish moves from plate to politics, symbolising identity and cultural pride.
- Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized April 20, 2026Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
- Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard April 20, 2026"Look at that, wow!" - A couple in Temecula woke up to find a balloon boarded with 13 people behind their home on Saturday.
- Woman and child jumped off roof to escape deadly Louisiana shooting April 20, 2026Authorities say a father fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in what appears to be a "domestic dispute".
- What we know about the Iranian ship seized by the US April 20, 2026The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said.
- Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' April 20, 2026The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.
- Outrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon April 20, 2026The Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences.
- Trailblazing black beauty queen who defied apartheid South Africa dies aged 76 April 20, 2026At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa - one black and one white.
- Police gunfight with favela gang traps 200 tourists on hilltop April 20, 2026The access route to Morro Dois Irmãos was blocked during the operation in Vidigal, leaving scores of alarmed sightseers stuck on the hill.
- More than 200 rescued from IS-linked group in DR Congo April 20, 2026The youngest of those freed from an Allied Democratic Forces camp is a girl aged just 14, Uganda's army says.
- Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon April 20, 2026The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .
- Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57 April 20, 2026The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell.
- The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency April 20, 2026The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.
- Nigerian wins global prize for trying to save bats in a country that shuns them April 20, 2026Many Nigerians associate bats with witchcraft but that did not deter ecologist Iroro Tanshi.
- Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico's ancient Teotihuacán pyramids April 21, 2026
- US News
- Chinese national arrested at JFK after allegedly photographing US military aircraft at Nebraska base April 21, 2026Tianrui Liang, a Chinese national, was arrested at JFK Airport after allegedly photographing sensitive military planes near Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska.
- Mom, pregnant teen and 12-year-old found bound and murdered as police hunt multiple suspects April 21, 2026Authorities say three people, including a pregnant 17-year-old and a nearly decapitated 12-year-old boy, were brutally killed in a Wilmer, Alabama home.
- Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of young girl allegedly found dismembered, decomposing in his car April 21, 2026Alt-pop singer D4vd allegedly killed a 14-year-old girl who threatened to expose their relationship. He pleaded not guilty to all charges Monday.
- NASA coordinating with relevant agencies in missing scientists probe April 21, 2026NASA says it is cooperating with federal agencies to investigate the deaths and disappearances of 11 nuclear and space-linked scientists since 2022.
- Juvenile charged with murdering Alabama girl, 10, leaving family with ‘only more questions’ April 20, 2026Ten-year-old Katheryn Bigbee was found dead in an Alabama home, and a juvenile has been arrested and charged with murder, police say in Piedmont.
- Ex-cop who killed suspect with cooler walks free as he appeals conviction that made him an example April 20, 2026Former NYPD officer Erik Duran was released on bail as he appeals his manslaughter conviction in the fatal 2023 cooler-throwing incident.
- FAA investigates Southwest near miss after air traffic control sends jets on collision course April 20, 2026The FAA is investigating a reported close call between two Southwest flights at Nashville airport involving a go-around and onboard traffic alerts.
- Man whose wife vanished years ago now cuffed in separate cold case – authorities say his past was deadly April 20, 2026Robert McCaffrey, accused of killing Lisa Marie McBride in 1990, pleads not guilty as investigators say he allegedly confessed to the decades-old murder.
- Repeat offender released early from jail now charged with capital murder of pregnant woman April 20, 2026A Texas repeat offender allegedly murdered a pregnant woman after early release. Kevin Faux was arrested by U.S. Marshals on a capital murder charge.
- Mob of teens chases college student into campus dorm, unleashes violent attack as police hunt suspects April 20, 2026Pennsylvania authorities seek help identifying a group of teens who allegedly attacked a Temple University student inside a campus residence hall Sunday.
- DC police lieutenant celebrated as first gay union boss accused of soliciting underage boy April 20, 2026A veteran DC police lieutenant was arrested after allegedly exchanging explicit messages with an undercover officer posing as a teen boy.
- Killer undone by decades-old threads — glove, towel and shirt stitch together cold case justice April 20, 2026Aloysius Winthrop James was sentenced to life without parole for the 1988 murder of Ofelia Sandoval after a covert FBI DNA sample cracked the cold case.
- Orange Crush beach blowout nets 26 arrests, cops seize makeshift machine gun as massive crowd tests crackdown April 20, 2026Tybee Island police say 26 arrests were made and five firearms seized during Orange Crush weekend, including one weapon allegedly converted to full auto.
- 2 killed in North Carolina when 'planned' fight escalates into shooting near middle school April 20, 2026A planned fight near a North Carolina middle school turned into a deadly shooting in Winston-Salem, leaving two dead and others wounded, police said.
- DNA from chewing gum nails longtime sexual predator decades after reign of terror: report April 20, 2026Detectives used a clever gum ruse to collect DNA from Mitchell Gaff, who pleaded guilty to two decades-old cold case murders in Snohomish County court.
- Bartender who served missing American’s husband in Bahamas says one detail about timeline doesn't add up April 20, 2026Bartender who served missing American woman Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas says one detail about the timeline of her disappearance is suspicious.
- Student charged, weapon recovered after 3 teens targeted in incident linked to high school tradition: police April 20, 2026A high school student in Massachusetts faces assault charges after allegedly firing gel projectiles at teens not involved in a "Senior Assassin" game.
- Hawaii tourist charged with attempted murder, accused of stabbing veteran boat captain on snorkel tour April 20, 2026Avery Nissen of Kansas allegedly tried to kill a boat captain during a three-hour snorkel tour in Hawaii and faces attempted murder charges, police say.
- Nancy Guthrie sheriff under pressure as petition demands access for United Cajun Navy April 20, 2026The United Cajun Navy offers to revise its volunteer search plan for missing Nancy Guthrie and is seeking approval from the Pima County Sheriff.
- Distress call captures tanker under fire as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz and more top headlines April 20, 2026Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox.
- Chinese national arrested at JFK after allegedly photographing US military aircraft at Nebraska base April 21, 2026
- Tech News
- New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years April 21, 2026Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
- The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough April 20, 2026A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
- Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' April 20, 2026The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.
- Elon Musk snubs interview summons by French prosecutors amid X probe April 20, 2026The Paris prosecutor's office told the BBC it had "taken note of the absence of the people summoned".
- White House and Anthropic hold 'productive' meeting amid fears over Mythos model April 18, 2026The discussion is a sign the AI firm's technology may be too critical for even the US government to do without.
- Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI April 17, 2026The tech aims to identify people's irises and stop the rise of fake accounts and malicious scams.
- What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose? April 17, 2026The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.
- 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?
- 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.
- New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years April 21, 2026
- Political News
- Republicans sound alarm on Democrats' ‘power grab’ as Virginia votes on redistricting shake-up April 21, 2026Virginians vote Tuesday on a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state's congressional map and boost Democrats in the midterm elections.
- Senate GOP readying party-line funding bill despite divisions, anger at the House April 21, 2026Senate Republicans aim to advance a party-line reconciliation package for immigration funding this week amid internal divisions between both chambers over the bill's scope.
- Warsh faces high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing to lead world’s most powerful central bank April 21, 2026Kevin Warsh heads into a high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing as Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve amid mounting economic and legal pressure.
- Another Democrat exits California's crowded gubernatorial race weeks before the June 2 primary election April 21, 2026Democrat Betty Yee, former California state controller, has dropped out of California's crowded gubernatorial race weeks before the June 2 primary election approaches.
- Soros-linked dark money network fuels Virginia redistricting push backed by national Democrats April 20, 2026Virginians for Fair Elections, one of the main groups supporting the state's redistricting referendum, has raised $64 million from liberal dark money groups, labor unions, and major Dem figures.
- GOP blasts Virginia amendment as maps could swing delegation to 10-1 Democratic advantage April 20, 2026Virginia GOP blasted a proposed constitutional amendment on the eve of a vote they say could turn the current 6-5 congressional split into a 10-1 Democratic edge.
- Lawyer for American detained in Iran says hostage deal is 'easiest problem on the table' for both sides April 20, 2026American hostages wrongfully detained in Iran could be freed during U.S.-Tehran negotiations, a lawyer for one of the detained Americans says.
- WATCH: Cory Booker unleashes fiery call for 'foot soldiers' at Michigan Dem conference April 20, 2026Sen. Cory Booker delivered a fiery speech at the Michigan Democratic Convention, warning of "darkness and wind" and calling for party unity ahead of 2028.
- Leaked memos reveal how Supreme Court steamrolled Obama climate plan in 2016 showdown April 20, 2026Supreme Court memos obtained by the New York Times reveal a fierce ideological battle over blocking Obama's Clean Power Plan on the emergency docket.
- Dem Senate candidate ripped for Kamala Harris-style marching band theatrics at convention April 20, 2026Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow entered a Democratic convention on Sunday with a marching band, drawing criticism and comparisons to Kamala Harris online.
- Warren says her ‘kind of man’ is left-wing Senate hopeful rocked by Nazi-tattoo, Reddit controversies April 20, 2026Sen. Elizabeth Warren rallies for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner ahead of the June Democratic primary to challenge Republican Susan Collins.
- Nancy Mace moves to expel fellow Republican Cory Mills, citing misconduct allegations April 20, 2026The House will vote on Rep. Nancy Mace's resolution to expel Rep. Cory Mills, who she accuses of misrepresenting his military service and misconduct.
- Cocaine worth over $1.1M seized from 'empty' truck at Texas border April 20, 2026CBP officers intercepted 32 packages of suspected cocaine worth over $1.1 million at a Texas border crossing in a massive drug smuggling bust.
- Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer exits Trump admin; Keith Sonderling named acting head April 20, 2026The Department of Labor sees a change in command as Lori Chavez-DeRemer leaves the Trump administration. Keith Sonderling has been tapped as the acting secretary.
- Falwell: 'If you hold Biblical values' you will vote 'no' on Virginia redistricting April 20, 2026Rev. Jonathan Falwell urges Virginia voters to reject a redistricting referendum, citing Biblical values and claiming the measure would favor liberals.
- Outspent but not outgunned, Republicans aim to sink Democrats' 'power grab' redistricting push April 20, 2026Virginia voters face a high-stakes redistricting referendum that could reshape the state's congressional map and impact the upcoming midterm elections.
- Reporter's Notebook: House chaos sparks emergency FISA extension April 20, 2026Lawmakers clashed over FISA Section 702 reauthorization as competing demands for spy powers and Fourth Amendment protections stalled Congress.
- Spanberger faces ‘bait-and-switch’ backlash in final hours before redistricting referendum April 20, 2026Virginia's redistricting referendum faces fierce opposition as Republicans accuse Gov. Spanberger of reversing her pledge not to redraw congressional maps.
- China-linked route exposed after US seizes Iran-bound ship with suspected dual-use cargo April 20, 2026An Iranian-flagged cargo ship seized by U.S. forces had recently visited Chinese ports, spotlighting a supply route now under scrutiny by officials.
- Texas AG Paxton sues Dem fundraising platform ActBlue, alleging 'fraudulent and foreign donations' April 20, 2026Texas AG Ken Paxton sues ActBlue, accusing the Democrat fundraising platform of deceiving donors and enabling alleged fraudulent and foreign donations.
- Republicans sound alarm on Democrats' ‘power grab’ as Virginia votes on redistricting shake-up April 21, 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 […]
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- Science News
- Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing April 21, 2026The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
- Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing April 21, 2026The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
- Can a nature corridor increase London's biodiversity? April 21, 2026The nature corridor would stretch from the Lee Valley Regional Park to the Thames via Tower Hamlets.
- Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' April 20, 2026The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.
- Fire at protected nesting site treated as arson April 20, 2026Conservationists say the blaze on Sunday evening has destroyed three acres used by nesting birds.
- Nigerian wins global prize for trying to save bats in a country that shuns them April 20, 2026Many Nigerians associate bats with witchcraft but that did not deter ecologist Iroro Tanshi.
- Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company April 20, 2026Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died.
- Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company April 20, 2026Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died.
- 'We want to give a voice to Lough Neagh', singers say April 19, 2026Campaigners gathered at several locations around Lough Neagh to come together to 'Sing for the Lough'.
- Artemis II Moon mission lifts children's ambitions April 18, 2026Seeing Artemis has made space careers a reality for children, says a woman who promotes STEM jobs.
- 'Unbelievable adventure': Artemis II crew describes journey April 17, 2026The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day mission around the Moon.
- 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: '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.
- BBC Inside Science April 16, 2026What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
- 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
- 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.
- Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing April 21, 2026
- People In The News
- Cher files for conservatorship again, cites son’s drug use and 'no concept of money' April 21, 2026Cher files for temporary conservatorship over son Elijah Blue Allman, claiming his mental health and finances have significantly deteriorated since 2023.
- 'Hunger Games' star was called a ‘monster’ after admitting he’s not a fan of Taylor Swift's music April 20, 2026Josh Hutcherson reveals backlash over Taylor Swift comments and ongoing insecurities drove him away from social media while promoting "I Love LA."
- ‘Euphoria’ slammed as ‘fetish slop’ as backlash explodes and fans call for cancellation April 20, 2026"Euphoria" fans call creator Sam Levinson's season 3 storylines "disturbing," with Sydney Sweeney's OnlyFans plot sparking widespread backlash online.
- Christina Applegate addresses health concerns after reported hospitalization April 20, 2026Christina Applegate returns to social media with gratitude and admits she's getting stronger every day while focusing on her MS-related health issues.
- Ted Danson says Bill Clinton grilled him about his 'intentions' with Mary Steenburgen using Secret Service April 20, 2026Ted Danson says Bill Clinton once asked about his "intentions" with Mary Steenburgen during a visit to the White House early in their romance together.
- Brooke Hogan says ‘I could have saved you’ in haunting regret after Hulk Hogan’s death April 20, 2026Brooke Hogan opens up to Fox News Digital about life after Hulk Hogan's death, revealing painful regrets and unanswered questions as she films HGTV's "Rock the Block."
- Patrick Muldoon, 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Melrose Place' star, dead at 57 after sudden heart attack April 20, 2026"Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place" actor Patrick Muldoon has died at age 57 after a sudden heart attack at his Beverly Hills home, according to reports.
- Joseph Duggar’s own words could come back to haunt him in child molestation case: experts April 20, 2026Joseph Duggar heads to court as legal experts say his own admission of impure intentions with a minor could become key evidence in his criminal case.
- Johnny Knoxville shocks suburbs with epic explosion that Southern California locals mistook for plane crash April 20, 2026Johnny Knoxville says a massive explosion that shocked Simi Valley residents was part of filming for the final "Jackass" movie, wrapping 26 years of stunts.
- Natasha Lyonne jokes her plane removal was a ‘performance art piece’ after bizarre incident April 20, 2026Natasha Lyonne addresses her Delta flight removal with humor at a Planned Parenthood gala, joking about her "performance art piece" and "kooky times."
- 'Facts of Life' star reveals cancer battle after social media hiatus April 19, 2026"Facts of Life" star Mindy Cohn revealed she secretly battled cancer and shared a hospital photo on social media to thank her nurses and oncology surgeon.
- The Strokes end Coachella weekend two set with politically charged video targeting CIA and US government April 19, 2026The Strokes appeared to take aim at the U.S. government during Coachella, closing their set with a video referencing the CIA, Gaza and Iran bombings.
- Jane Seymour continues her 75th birthday celebration with her 'Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman' co-stars April 19, 2026Jane Seymour marked her 75th birthday with a western-themed party featuring a reunion with her "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman" co-stars, including Joe Lando.
- ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ star Jon Hamm admits he showed his real butt in nude scene April 19, 2026Jon Hamm reveals whether he used a body double on "Your Friends and Neighbors" and reflects on his journey as a self-described late bloomer in Hollywood.
- Jennifer Aniston reacts to ex-husband Justin Theroux's baby announcement April 19, 2026Jennifer Aniston reacted to ex-husband Justin Theroux's newborn baby announcement on Instagram, liking the post he shared with wife Nicole Brydon Bloom.
- Oprah Winfrey to Kim Kardashian: How Bing Crosby inspired the ‘Canadian tuxedo’ as stars keep the trend alive April 19, 2026Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez and Anne Hathaway have embraced the denim on denim Canadian tuxedo trend on and off the red carpet.
- Susan Lucci says a Playboy magazine tipped her off she lost coveted Bond girl role April 19, 2026Susan Lucci says she lost the Bond girl role to this Hollywood actress, realizing it when she spotted a Playboy cover in the makeup room of "All My Children."
- ‘Duck Dynasty’ star Sadie Robertson Huff admits ‘fears’ over putting her kids on reality TV April 19, 2026Sadie Robertson Huff defends filming "Duck Dynasty: The Revival" with her kids, saying her own childhood on the show inspired the full-circle decision.
- Billy Ray Cyrus gushes over 'beautiful girlfriend' Elizabeth Hurley after Olivier Awards red carpet April 19, 2026Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus made a stylish red carpet appearance together at the Olivier Awards, where Hurley presented best new musical.
- Mark Wahlberg admits Hollywood fame comes with ‘baggage’ for his kids April 19, 2026Mark Wahlberg discusses the "baggage" of being a celebrity's child and how he stays a "normal dad" to his four kids despite his Hollywood fame.
- Cher files for conservatorship again, cites son’s drug use and 'no concept of money' April 21, 2026
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- 6 crypto scam scripts criminals use to steal your money April 20, 2026Learn the most common cryptocurrency scam scripts, from fake investments to romance fraud, and how to recognize warning signs before sending money.
- BMW puts humanoid robots to work building EVs April 20, 2026BMW is deploying AI-powered humanoid robots in its Leipzig, Germany, factory after a successful pilot in Spartanburg, South Carolina, that helped build over 30,000 vehicles.
- iPhone and Samsung flashlight tricks you should know April 19, 2026Your iPhone and Samsung phone flashlights have hidden controls for brightness, beam width and voice commands that most people have never tried.
- You don’t need an SSN to open a credit card: Scammers know that April 19, 2026More credit card issuers now approve applicants without a Social Security number, giving scammers new ways to commit identity theft using stolen data.
- Chinese robot breaks human world record in Beijing half-marathon April 19, 2026China's push to dominate robotics accelerates as a humanoid robot beats the human half-marathon world record, sparking awe and unease among spectators.
- The one thing scammers check before targeting you online April 18, 2026Most scams start with a simple search, not a hack. Your personal data is already publicly available on data broker sites and used to target you.
- Mexico’s climate supercomputer could change forecasting April 18, 2026Mexico is building the Coatlicue supercomputer to deliver sharper weather forecasts and earlier storm warnings and support for artificial intelligence research.
- How scammers target grieving victims through online games April 17, 2026Games like Words With Friends have become hunting grounds for romance scammers who build trust and then ask victims for untraceable gift card payments.
- Fox News AI Newsletter: Tech company cuts 1,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring April 17, 2026The Fox News AI Newsletter gives readers the latest AI technology advancements, covering the challenges and opportunities AI presents.
- Is Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI getting too smart? April 17, 2026Meta's new Muse Spark AI model powers multimodal image recognition, parallel task handling and a dedicated shopping mode across its apps and AI glasses.
- 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.
- 6 crypto scam scripts criminals use to steal your money April 20, 2026
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- Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans April 21, 2026Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
- 'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve April 20, 2026Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
- New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year April 19, 2026Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.
- New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year April 19, 2026Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.
- My weekly juggling act - being a teacher to other children and a mum to my own April 17, 2026Many teachers say they struggle to balance the pressures of their job with the demands of being a parent.
- 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.
- 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.
- Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans April 21, 2026
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- Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens April 21, 2026Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.
- 'Why is the NHS funding students if it can't give them jobs?' Anger over recruitment freeze April 21, 2026Dozens of midwifery, physiotherapy and nursing students contact BBC over fears they won't get jobs.
- Surgeon's mesh surgery cost £20m in compensation April 20, 2026The NHS confirms it has paid millions to patients injured in operations involving Tony Dixon.
- Redesigned ball could reduce heading impact - scientists April 20, 2026Scientists believe footballs could be designed to reduce the impact of heading after new research discovered the action caused a previously unreported pressure wave energy transfer to the brain.
- Health visitors call for limits on 'impossible' 1,000-family caseloads April 20, 2026BBC analysis shows the number of health visitors in England has almost halved in the last 10 years.
- 'My lonely start to adulthood with endometriosis' April 20, 2026Evie Solomon has started a support group for women due to her experience while being diagnosed.
- Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot? April 18, 2026Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.
- Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot? April 18, 2026Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.
- Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80% April 17, 2026A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections.
- 'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents April 17, 2026Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.
- Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth April 17, 2026Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.
- Why is walking in the rain good for your mental health? April 17, 2026Why is walking in the rain good for your mental health?
- World Cup winner Kildunne reveals body dysmorphia struggle April 17, 2026England rugby star Ellie Kildunne says she slipped into disordered eating and unhealthy weight loss during Covid.
- Mental health support to be offered to people with diabetes in UK first April 17, 2026People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.
- 'Men should discuss their feelings more' April 17, 2026Men should discuss their feelings more
- Poetry, rhyme and rhythm saved my life April 17, 2026People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.
- Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness April 17, 2026Alexandra Morris said women can be dismissed by doctors when describing symptoms of endometriosis.
- Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity April 17, 2026Steph Richards' endometriosis charity work was criticised by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens April 21, 2026
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- Terrorists without finance means no more terror, lawyer for some Oct. 7 victims argues - interview April 21, 2026Gideon Fisher tells the 'Post' about the emerging legal strategy of targeting terrorist financing in civil litigation, offering victims of the October 7 massacre a potential path for compensation.
- A legacy of love and service: Remembering Ariel Sosnov April 21, 2026After losing her partner in combat, Ariel's loved one continues his mission of kindness through a nonprofit that spreads light, love, and hope to those in need.
- WATCH: Israel's Remembrance Day ceremony begins at Har Herzl April 21, 2026“On this sacred mountain, Mount Herzl, lie generations of heroes and heroines. The wound is deeper than time. Time passes, but the pain never fades," Netanyahu said.
- Honoring the lives lost with mission-driven innovation April 21, 2026Yom HaZikaron is a moment of national stillness, but for those in defense tech, it is also a reminder of why they build
- Initial Iranian, US delegations landed in Islamabad, Pakistani source tells Arab outlets - report April 21, 2026However, Iranian state media denied this, saying that nobody has left Tehran as of Tuesday morning.
- Iran warns of immediate response as US ceasefire nears expiration April 21, 2026A two-week ceasefire between Iran and the US is set to expire on Wednesday. The two countries have accused each other of breaching the ceasefire.
- After 11 years, Hadar Goldin's family marks Remembrance Day with closure April 21, 2026Lt. Hadar Goldin's sister told KAN Reshet Bet that this is the first Remembrance Day that the family feels it can mark, given his remains were returned from Gaza after over 11 years in captivity.
- Living kindness, a life legacy: In memory of Pinchas Cohen April 21, 2026In the wake of loss, Rivka Cohen transformed her son's legacy into a refuge for soldiers and at-risk youth, ensuring Pini's spirit lives on in acts of kindness.
- US in talks with DP world on Gaza logistics under Trump’s Board of Peace plan - Financial Times April 21, 2026Rehabilitation of Gaza, where two years of Israeli bombardment have destroyed four-fifths of buildings, has been projected by global institutions to cost around $70 billion.
- Magyar says Netanyahu would face arrest if he came to Hungary, but invitation remains April 21, 2026The Magyar said that if Hungary remains an ICC member and a person wanted by the court enters its territory, “that person must be taken into custody.”
- A digital Marshall plan: How Musk, Trump, and Pahlavi can free the Iranians - opinion April 21, 2026Iran needs a Digital Marshall Plan: a bold operation to deliver hundreds of thousands of Starlink terminals across the country through proven covert channels, hybrid insertions, and targeted drops.
- Israel's 78th Independence Day: Optimism, not pessimism, will rebuild the nation - editorial April 21, 2026With new immigrants continuing to arrive and Israel ranking high in the World Happiness Report, optimism, not pessimism, has always been the driving force behind Israel’s survival and growth.
- After Iran war, attack on Gulf States, will the GCC withdraw from Arab League - analysis April 21, 2026Abdullah Al-Khamis, a Kuwaiti political journalist, proposes an alternative: an Arab coordination council comprising the Gulf states, Jordan, Morocco, and Syria.
- At soldiers’ graves, the rows keep growing: Remembrance Day is shaped by new loss April 21, 2026Across Israel, families marking Memorial Day, known as Yom Hazikaron, are doing so this year against a backdrop of continued fighting and a steady stream of new casualties.
- Jerusalem's Assembly of Catholic Ordinances condemns destruction of statue of Jesus in s. Lebanon April 21, 2026"This act constitutes a grave affront to the Christian faith and adds to other reported incidents of desecration of Christian symbols by IDF soldiers in southern Lebanon," said their statement.
- Vance to travel to Islamabad, Iranian delegation gets reported approval from supreme leader - Axios April 21, 2026According to a source with knowledge, cited by Axios, the Iranian negotiating team hesitated under pressure from the IRGC to take a stronger line and refuse talks without an end to the US blockade.
- Right-wing activists disrupt joint Israeli-Palestinian Remembrance Day ceremony in Tel Aviv - KAN April 21, 2026Activists, including Mordechai David, Rami Ben Yehuda, and Sheffi Paz, attempted to break into the south Tel Aviv venue, where hundreds of people, including Oct. 7 victims' relatives, attended.
- Fmr. IDF chief Eisenkot reflects on son’s death, says he ‘didn't cry' for decades until funeral April 20, 2026Former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot opens up about the devastating loss of his son, Gal, in Gaza and his journey through grief, while launching the Yashar! Party to improve Israel's future.
- Former PM Bennett backs civil marriage, public transport on Shabbat April 20, 2026Naftali Bennett’s remarks in favor of civil marriage and public transport on Shabbat draw praise from left-wing figures but face sharp criticism from haredi parties.
- Russian authorities detain 40 Israelis landing in Moscow over 'involvement' in Iran war April 20, 2026A Foreign Ministry spokesperson told The Jerusalem Post that Sa'ar acted to resolve the issue, and the Israelis entry was approved. Israel told Russia the incident was unacceptable.
- Terrorists without finance means no more terror, lawyer for some Oct. 7 victims argues - interview April 21, 2026
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- Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with IranThe US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.
- Outrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in LebanonThe Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences.
- Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war?The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
- US releases video of forces seizing Iranian shipThe US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.
- 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?
- US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump saysTehran vows retaliation soon for what it calls an "act of armed piracy", which comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks.
- Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBCLyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.
- French peacekeeper killed in southern LebanonPresident Macron blames the attack on Hezbollah. The Iran-backed armed group denies "any connection" to the incident.
- BBC reports from Lebanese border town as residents try to return homeBBC Arabic's correspondent Carine Torbey reports from the border town of Khiam, as the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon goes into its second day.
- What people in power think the impact of the Iran war will beFaisal Islam talks to some of the world's most powerful people about the conflict and the economy.
- Watch: Fuel truck leaves trail of fire on road in SyriaEyewitnesses captured the moment a burning fuel tanker drove through the centre of Hasakah, Syria, leaving a trail of fire behind it.
- UK and France to lead defensive mission in Strait of HormuzSir Keir Starmer has said further details of the plan will come after a meeting in London next week.
- A moment of risk and opportunity: How two ceasefires could boost US-Iran talksSome kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?
- What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefireA 10-day truce between the two countries is now in effect, with Iran-backed Hezbollah voicing support, as negotiations continue between the US and Iran.
- Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remainThe halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.
- Lebanon seeks peace, but Hezbollah needs to be convinced firstThe Lebanese government go into peace talks with limited influence over the group.
- BBC in Iran: 'Tehran does not think it has lost this war'Lyse Doucet says Iranians want a solution to the long-running animosity with the US, but leaders is not willing to make a deal on Washington's terms.
- Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surpriseFew Israelis see this truce as a way out of the conflict with Hezbollah, the BBC's Lucy Williamson writes.
- 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.
- Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
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- Apple’s next chief Ternus faces defining AI moment April 21, 2026Tim Cook’s replacement must lead iPhone-maker through industry shift
- Apple chief Tim Cook to hand over to John Ternus in September April 21, 2026Head of hardware to become next chief executive while Cook will become chair of the iPhone maker
- Robbins says No 10 created ‘atmosphere of pressure’ over Mandelson appointment April 21, 2026Evidence comes after Starmer blamed civil servant for keeping him in the dark over vetting failure
- Will social media addiction go the way of cigarettes? April 21, 2026Smoking among the rich has declined dramatically — and digital dependency could follow a similar pattern
- Sotheby’s strikes $100mn debt deal with KKR backed by auction fees April 21, 2026Borrowing facility adds another layer of debt to auction house owned by billionaire Patrick Drahi
- Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ held talks with DP World over Gaza reconstruction April 21, 2026Proposal examined having Emirati company manage supply chains and logistics as part of US plan for devastated enclave
- Babcock’s cheaper warships offer the Royal Navy hope April 21, 2026The UK defence company is building Type 31 frigates quickly at Rosyth to fill an awkward gap
- ‘Kiss of death’: how the US killed a Swiss merchant bank April 21, 2026MBaer survived years of scrutiny at home — before Washington stepped in to seal its fate
- ‘Highly unlikely’ Iran ceasefire will be extended if no deal reached, Trump says April 21, 2026US delegation expected to leave ‘soon’ for Pakistan peace talks even as Tehran’s attendance remains unclear
- Bezos’s AI lab nears $38bn valuation in funding deal April 21, 2026Company code-named Project Prometheus is working on models for industrial applications
- Anthropic and Amazon agree $100bn AI infrastructure deal April 21, 2026Start-up behind Claude tool seeks to bulk up on chips and computing power after suffering outages this year
- Apple’s next chief Ternus faces defining AI moment April 21, 2026
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- 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 […]
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- NBA playoff winners and losers: CJ McCollum takes over at MSG, Rudy Gobert puts on clinic vs. Nikola JokićThe Knicks blew a big lead on Monday night, the Cavs handled their business vs. the Raptors and the Timberwolves got a huge win in Denver
- 2026 NBA playoff bracket: Matchups, schedule with first round underwayThe 2026 NBA playoffs are underway with eight first-round matchups
- Mike Brown fails first major test as Knicks coach with Game 2 collapse vs. HawksThe Knicks blew a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter on Monday night, and their head coach made a few puzzling choices
- Timberwolves vs. Nuggets odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA playoff picks, April 20 best bets by proven modelSportsLine's model reveals its Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Game 2 picks with Anthony Edwards (knee) available for Minnesota
- Mason Miller has top-five Cy Young odds -- here's what it would take for MLB's best closer to make a real runMason Miller hasn't allowed a run all season, and he's struck out more than 70% of the batters he's faced
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- Solomon Ball injury: How UConn will adjust to losing star guard for 2026-27 season after wrist surgeryA wrist surgery will leave UConn without its leading returning scorer for 2026-27
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- Joseph Savarino, grandson of Mike Krzyzewski, charged with DWI in fatal crash that killed 15‑year‑oldThe victim was struck while riding his bicycle in Durham, North Carolina, over the weekend
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