Breaking News- 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.
- 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.
- Minnesota Democrats 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.
- South African ex-police chief gets tissue stuck on forehead while sweating during corruption inquiry April 16, 2026A suspended South African police chief's testimony at the Madlanga Commission corruption inquiry was interrupted by a tissue stuck to his forehead.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Orioles lose controversial challenge after Coby Mayo unintentionally triggers review April 16, 2026Baltimore Orioles third baseman Coby Mayo accidentally challenged a pitch he didn't want to during an 8-5 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, as the umpire made an error.
- 'Office air' trend has people convinced the workplace is aging them: 'Less fresh' April 16, 2026"Office air" is a viral TikTok trend suggesting that dry air and fluorescent lighting in offices can dull your skin, hair and overall appearance, supported by science.
- Utah Valley University scraps controversial commencement speaker who criticized Charlie Kirk after his murder April 16, 2026Sharon McMahon will no longer speak at Utah Valley University following widespread backlash to her being selected as commencement speaker.
- Drama-packed report confirms Grizzlies must do anything to cut ties with Ja Morant April 16, 2026Ja Morant has reportedly told people he’s done with the Grizzlies following his November suspension, raising new questions about his future in Memphis.
- 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.
- Mamdani grilled on whether his socialism platform will work outside of New York City April 16, 2026NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended democratic socialism as viable beyond New York City during an interview Thursday as he faced questions about his first 100 days.
- CIA whistleblower claims Obama-era espionage charges against him were a test run for targeting Trump April 16, 2026Former CIA counterterrorism chief John Kiriakou alleged his prosecution served as a "template" for lawfare later used against President Donald Trump.
- 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.
- 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.
- Harris stops in key presidential primary state after leaving door wide open to 2028 run April 16, 2026
- World News
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies after car hit by train April 16, 2026Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies at the age of 48 after his car is struck by a train.
- 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.
- Meghan says she was 'most trolled person in the world' April 16, 2026Alongside her husband, the Duchess of Sussex was speaking to young people in Melbourne about the harms of social media.
- China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war April 16, 2026The better-than-expected GDP data comes as Asian countries have been hit hard by the impact of the conflict.
- Cool Hand Luke actress Joy Harmon dies aged 87 April 16, 2026Harmon was best known for a car-washing scene in the Paul Newman prison drama.
- '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.
- Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia April 16, 2026Daniel Duggan was arrested in 2022 over claims he illegally trained the Chinese military in South Africa.
- Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars after Trump spat April 16, 2026
- US News
- 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.
- Historic Israel-Lebanon talks to take place for first time in decades and more top headlines April 16, 2026Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox.
- Eric Swalwell campaign paid hotel where accuser Lonna Drewes claims assault took place April 16, 2026Eric Swalwell faces legal probes in New York and Los Angeles after multiple women accused the former Democratic congressman of sexual assault and rape.
- 2 detained after shooting in New York leaves 15-year-old killed, two others wounded: police April 16, 2026A gang-related shooting on Long Island in New York killed a 15-year-old boy and wounded two others after an argument at a barbecue, police said Wednesday.
- Guards at 'Alligator Alcatraz' beat, pepper-sprayed detainees, lawyer says April 16, 2026Guards beat and pepper-sprayed migrant detainees at "Alligator Alcatraz," causing injuries to their heads, shoulders and wrists, a lawyer for two detainees said.
- Navy reservist accused of murdering wife and hiding her body in freezer arrested after international manhunt April 16, 2026The FBI announced the overseas arrest of Navy reservist David Varela, who is accused of murdering his wife, whose body was found in a freezer in Norfolk, Virginia.
- Sheriff sues woman who allegedly made up ICE detention, enjoyed spa day in ‘hoax’ compared to Jussie Smollett April 16, 2026A Wisconsin sheriff says a woman fabricated a 40-hour ICE detention, citing hotel records, surveillance video and texts that contradict her claims.
- Man claiming to be cartel member allegedly threatens to put 'green light' on cops and their families April 16, 2026A Texas man was arrested twice after allegedly threatening to harm sheriff's deputies and their families while claiming to be a high-ranking cartel member.
- Molotov-slinging menace allegedly strikes Tesla shop amid wave of corporate arson attacks April 15, 2026Authorities say an early morning arson attack struck a Tesla sales office in New Orleans, and ATF agents and police are investigating the fire.
- Mystery clouds deaths, disappearances of scientists with UFO research ties: timeline April 16, 2026
- Tech 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.
- 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.
- OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation April 9, 2026The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.
- 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.
- Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses April 16, 2026
- Political News
- 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 Democrats 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.
- California high court orders disbarring of former Trump attorney over effort to dispute 2020 election results April 16, 2026John Eastman, who advised Trump on contesting the 2020 election, was disbarred by the California Supreme Court over findings of deceitful conduct.
- 'Disturbing' allegations against unnamed senator under review in wake of scandals rocking Congress April 16, 2026Misconduct allegations against an unnamed senator were sent to the Senate Ethics Committee after Rep. Anna Paulina Luna raised concerns publicly on X.
- Two icebreakers headed to Alaska as US combats Russian, Chinese influence in Arctic April 16, 2026The Coast Guard announced two Arctic Security Cutters will be homeported in Alaska by 2028, bolstering U.S. maritime presence in the Arctic.
- Progressive frontrunner in crucial Senate race faces backlash over comments praising Hamas raid April 16, 2026Progressive Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces backlash over resurfaced Reddit comments praising Hamas tactics in a 2014 raid on Israelis.
- GOP zeros in on South Texas Dem who urged Trump to 'allow people to cross freely' April 16, 2026Republicans say Rep. Vicente Gonzalez is vulnerable in his redrawn South Texas district due to his record on border security and immigration policies.
- Jackson publicly airs grievances with conservative colleagues over Trump-era rulings April 16, 2026Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticizes the Supreme Court's shadow docket, saying emergency orders often benefiting Trump erode public trust.
- House rejects Democrat attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers April 16, 2026House Republicans blocked Democrats' war powers resolution aimed at halting the U.S. military campaign against Iran as Trump said the conflict is nearly over.
- Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire April 16, 2026President Donald Trump says Israeli and Lebanese officials have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire beginning Thursday.
- Dozens of Dems flip on Israel, vote to ban arms sales in protest of Iran war April 16, 2026More Senate Democrats than ever voted to halt arms sales and military bulldozers to Israel as a protest against President Donald Trump's war in Iran.
- GOP firebrand vows to strip Swalwell and Gonzales of lifetime taxpayer-funded benefits April 16, 2026Rep. Boebert announces effort to cancel pensions for former Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales after both resigned from Congress.
- US kills 3 alleged drug traffickers in another Eastern Pacific strike April 16, 2026Three alleged narco-terrorists were killed in a lethal strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific region on Wednesday, U.S. Southern Command said.
- Republicans rip 4 blue states for keeping taxes on tips, overtime after Trump reprieve April 16, 2026Four Democratic-led states reject Trump's no taxes on tips and overtime, drawing Republican criticism for denying relief to hard-working Americans.
- Justice Thomas warns progressivism is a threat to America in rare public remarks April 16, 2026Thomas said Wednesday that values embraced by founders in the Declaration of Independence have "fallen out of favor" and urged Americans to stand up for their ideals and have courage.
- Harris stops in key presidential primary state after leaving door wide open to 2028 run April 16, 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
- 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 joy at Orion capsule hatch being opened April 14, 2026Newly released video shows the moment the hatch of Artemis II's Orion capsule is unlocked to a happy reunion with the four astronauts.
- 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.
- 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.
- Watch: Moment meteor soars across Suffolk sky April 14, 2026Denise Hubert captured the outer space phenomenon on doorbell camera in Kesgrave.
- 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.
- BBC Inside Science April 16, 2026
- People In The News
- 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.
- Kylie Jenner goes topless on Instagram for latest fashion launch April 15, 2026Kylie Jenner strips down for a bold topless photo to announce Khy's new "Born in LA" collection, designed and mostly manufactured in Los Angeles.
- Amanda Peet says parents compared her acting dreams to being a ‘hooker’ April 15, 2026Amanda Peet shares how her parents reacted to her acting dreams and discussed her breast cancer diagnosis on the "Smartless" podcast with Jason Bateman, Will Arnett And Sean Hayes.
- Marvel star Vincent D’Onofrio says he ‘can’t do’ Kingpin transformation anymore April 14, 2026Vincent D'Onofrio reveals he switched to a fat suit for his Kingpin role in "Daredevil: Born Again," saying he can no longer safely gain weight.
- Lindsay Lohan's stepmother arrested for allegedly punching and throwing a knife at Michael Lohan April 16, 2026
- Environmental News
- 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.
- Home robot cooks, cleans and organizes your life April 7, 2026UniX AI is testing its Panther robot in residential settings, where it cooks, organizes and cleans while navigating the clutter and unpredictability of daily life.
- New FBI warning reveals phishing attacks hitting private chats April 16, 2026
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- 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
- Senate rejects blocking military aid to Israel, but bills gain majority Democrat support April 16, 2026Senate joint resolutions 32 and 138, both introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders in March, were rejected 40 to 59 and 36 to 63, respectively.
- 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.
- Bennett launches national disability inclusion plan, pledges accessibility reforms if elected April 16, 2026Bennett said at a Bnei Brak event that there are 1.2 million people with disabilities in Israel, and that the state has been failing to integrate them into society.
- Iran war opens new rifts between Washington, Europe, the Vatican, and Israel April 16, 2026Disputes over Iran, Lebanon, NATO, and diplomatic legitimacy are testing the cohesion of the Western alliance.
- 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, 2026The war with Lebanon, Yair Lapid said, can only end by fully and permanently removing the threat to Israel's northern communities.
- As Trump declares truce, Israel reached limit of its force against Hezbollah - analysis April 16, 2026Top IDF commanders have repeatedly made it clear that they do not have the capacity to eliminate Hezbollah solely using military force.
- Two Israeli films selected for Tribeca Festival April 16, 2026Ruthy Pribar’s new feature, "What Is to Come," has been selected for the international competition, while also heading to Tribeca is Gidi Dar and Shuli Rand's film, "Moishe Badhan."
- 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
- Maccabi Tel Aviv downs Haifa in Classico to reach State Cup final April 16, 2026The Israeli Classico, one of the biggest matches that the Holy Land can offer between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Maccabi Haifa, is always an anticipated clash.
- 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.”
- Blueprint vs breakdown: Hapoel Tel Aviv’s plan delivers, while Maccabi pays the price April 16, 2026As EuroCup champs, Hapoel was given a one-year temporary license, so to speak, to the Euroleague, and anything after that was not guaranteed unless the Reds advanced to the playoffs.
- Israel breaks new ground at sea as Mossad, elite Shayetet 13 raid Lebanon's Naqura 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.
- Israeli Navy hits Iran, Hezbollah, Syria, Yemen, and Gaza targets with precision strikes April 16, 2026With over 1,000 naval combat soldiers at sea for over 26,000 hours in only 47 days of the current Iran-Hezbollah war, the navy said on Thursday.
- Foreign press urges Israel's High Court to speed up Gaza access ruling April 16, 2026A conditional order, if granted, would mean the court had found the petition serious enough to require the state to formally justify why the requested relief should not be granted.
- Israeli court gives Ben-Gvir 10 days to explain why he blocked police officer's promotion April 16, 2026The order came just one day after Ben-Gvir’s legal representatives spent hours before the High Court of Justice defending against petitions seeking his removal from office.
- High Court stops short of ousting Ben-Gvir, limits his influence in police matters April 16, 2026The practical significance of the ruling is that Ben-Gvir remains in office and is not stripped of all influence over police affairs, but the court sharply narrowed the scope of his operations.
- Lebanon and Syria – are deals possible? - opinion April 16, 2026Even a modest security arrangement could create a platform for more substantive diplomacy over time.
- Iran to execute first woman prisoner linked to January protests as regime executions surge April 16, 2026Bita Hemmati and three others have been sentenced to death for 'collusion' and 'propaganda.' Advocates claim the charges are baseless, citing a secretive process and state-televised interrogations.
- Building New Lives in Israel - One Story at a Time April 16, 2026WATCH: Welcome to Aliyah Stories – Brought to you by The Jerusalem Post and Nefesh B’Nefesh.
- Senate rejects blocking military aid to Israel, but bills gain majority Democrat support April 16, 2026
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- 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?
- What does the blockade mean for oil prices?The US has started a naval blockade of maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports.
- 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.
- Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed
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- Trump says next round of US-Iran talks could happen over weekend April 16, 2026The president said that an extension of the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran probably would not be necessary
- Israel and Lebanon agree 10-day ceasefire, Trump says April 16, 2026Agreement could increase the chance of securing a permanent end to the war between the US and Iran
- Peter Mandelson failed UK Cabinet Office vetting April 16, 2026Conservatives accuse Sir Keir Starmer of misleading parliament over appointment of former ambassador to the US
- OnlyFans-style age checks are the standard, says Starmer April 16, 2026Prime minister says ‘things can’t go on like this’ in meeting with social media companies
- UK firms ‘should be worried’ about Anthropic’s latest AI model, minister says April 16, 2026Kanishka Narayan says Britain needs to ‘make most of opportunities’ as government launches £500mn unit
- The Mythos cyber scare signals the economics of AI scarcity April 16, 2026As the capabilities of frontier models advance, gaining access to the technology could become critically important
- SNP pledges ‘1970s-style’ food price cap April 16, 2026Conservatives accuse Scotland’s main pro-independence party of trying to provoke constitutional row with Westminster
- The great independence charade April 16, 2026Scottish and Welsh election results may reignite the debate but it is all one big pantomime
- Shares at world’s biggest chocolate maker plunge as cocoa prices collapse April 16, 2026Company cuts profit forecast and warns about industry overcapacity and supply disruptions
- Trump says next round of US-Iran talks could happen over weekend April 16, 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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- 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
- Damon Jones expected to change plea to guilty in NBA gambling scandalJones has been accused of selling nonpublic injury reports to bettors
- College football win totals: Mizzou's offense holds key for Tigers to be a factor in SEC, CFP conversationHere's a look at how to bet on Missouri's win total for the 2026 college football season
- 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
- Free MLB home run picks, odds for April 16: Mickey Moniak in expert's best bets for Thursday HR player propsSportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Thursday, April 16
- Why James Franklin left $40 million from Penn State on the table to become Virginia Tech's coachFranklin explains walking away from most of his Penn State buyout to join the Hokies
- 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
- 2026 WNBA free agency tracker, top 50 rankings: A'ja Wilson returns to Aces with record contractFollow the latest deals with the biggest free agency period in WNBA history underway
- Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham eligible for awards after appeals: What that means for the MVP race, All-NBAAnthony Edwards' appeal, meanwhile, was denied
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- 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
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