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• Federal appeals court refuses to rehear Trump appeal of $83M E Jean Carroll defamation judgment April 30, 2026
  A federal court denied President Donald Trump's motion to rehear his $83 million defamation case, opening the path to a Supreme Court appeal.
• Hunter Biden's ex-lawyer ordered to pay $50K to former Trump aide after harassment claims crumble April 30, 2026
  Kevin Morris is being ordered to pay $50,000 to Marco Polo's Garrett Ziegler after his lawsuit accusing Ziegler of impersonation failed in California court.
• Early Parkinson’s warning signs may be hiding in the gut, study finds April 30, 2026
  New research suggests gut bacteria differences could signal Parkinson's disease risk years before symptoms emerge, according to a UCL-led study.
• Trump has Iran on the ropes — and critics still don’t get his edge April 30, 2026
  Donald Trump is the most successful wartime president since World War II. A founder-businessman mindset is behind his decisive leadership.
• Jeanie Buss makes max donation to Spencer Pratt LA mayoral campaign April 30, 2026
  Jeanie Buss donated the maximum $1,800 allowed by law to Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral campaign, sending a message in an unsettled race.
• Outlaw country singer David Allan Coe dead at 86 April 30, 2026
  Outlaw country icon David Allan Coe, songwriter behind hits like "Would You Lay With Me" and "You Never Even Called Me By My Name," has died at 86 years old.
• Trevor Bauer says he'd play in MLB for 'free,' so we asked all 30 teams why he isn't back in the big leagues April 30, 2026
  All 30 Major League Baseball teams declined to comment when asked why they won't sign Trevor Bauer, who says he's offered to play for free and donate his salary.
• Kevin Knight earns AEW World Championship shot as Darby Allin defends title in brutal match with Brody King April 30, 2026
  Kevin Knight beat MJF to retain the TNT Championship on AEW Dynamite, earning an AEW World Championship shot after Darby Allin retained his title.
• NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 Teams is all about the money, not inclusion or madness April 30, 2026
  NCAA Tournament is expanding to 76 teams with a formal announcement expected next month, driven by television deals and advertising revenue.
• Jasmine Crockett backs Colin Allred in Texas Democratic US House primary runoff April 30, 2026
  Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett backs former Rep. Colin Allred ahead of his May Democratic U.S. House primary runoff in the Lone Star State.
• Stolen chemical-dispersing drones could have facilitated 'action against the homeland,' fmr DHS official warns April 30, 2026
  Federal authorities recovered 15 stolen industrial drones capable of dispersing liquid chemicals, but a former DHS official says key questions remain.
• Moms group labeled ‘extremist’ flips script on SPLC after federal indictment: 'Shut it down' April 30, 2026
  Moms for America founder calls for SPLC to be shut down after DOJ indictment alleging the civil rights group funneled money to extremist groups.
• DeSantis' redistricting fight gets major boost from his potential GOP successor: 'Doing the right thing' April 30, 2026
  Rep. Byron Donalds backs Gov. Ron DeSantis' new Florida redistricting map while blasting Hakeem Jeffries and Gavin Newsom over Democratic criticism.
• King Charles follows Queen Elizabeth's playbook with a twist during Trump state visit: expert April 30, 2026
  Experts compare King Charles' first U.S. visit as monarch to Queen Elizabeth's historic trips, noting his more outspoken and personal diplomatic approach.
• Educators face backlash, firings after posts lament Trump surviving WHCA dinner shooting April 30, 2026
  Education professionals face backlash and terminations after posting online reactions expressing disappointment Trump was not killed Saturday.
• Hegseth testifies at Senate as Iran war's $25B price tag and 60-day war powers deadline loom April 30, 2026
  Secretary of War Pete Hegseth testifies before the Senate on the Iran war and Pentagon budget as the War Powers Resolution deadline nears on Friday.
• Liberal city removes anti-crime signs to be more inclusive: ‘Just insane’ April 30, 2026
  Democrat-led Ann Arbor draws mockery after removing all anti-crime watch signs across the city, saying they are inconsistent with inclusive values.
• Disneyland cracks down on guests with sweeping new restrictions, sparking backlash April 30, 2026
  Driven by today's social media park habits, Disneyland is introducing a strict new guest code of conduct targeting phone use, loose items and ride disruptions.
• MORNING GLORY: GOP's only path in November -- defend Trump and defeat radicals in Iran April 30, 2026
  GOP candidates must make the case for the battle with Iran and demand victory to avoid a predicted midterm election wipeout in House and Senate races.
• SEN JOHN KENNEDY: Democrats’ anti-ICE tantrum leaves Republicans with one option going forward April 30, 2026
  Republicans passed three years of ICE and Border Patrol funding through reconciliation after Senate Democrats blocked DHS operations for over 70 days.

World News

• Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options April 30, 2026
  Axios reported that US Central Command has prepared a plan for a wave of "short and powerful" strikes on Iran.
• Stranded whale ferried out of German waters in barge April 30, 2026
  The final operation to save the whale is being closely followed, after the failure of earlier attempts.
• Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists April 30, 2026
  Pro-Palestinian activists say 22 boats carrying aid for Gaza were illegally intercepted in international waters near the Greek island.
• 'I did not expect it': Kenya's Sabastian Sawe welcomed home with jubilant celebrations April 30, 2026
  The first man to run a marathon in under two hours in a competitive race received a hero's welcome from supporters and family when he arrived home.
• King and Queen lay flowers at 9/11 Memorial in New York April 30, 2026
  King Charles and Queen Camilla on their state visit to the US visit the memorial in New York.
• Police say they believe abducted child was murdered as body found in Outback April 30, 2026
  The five-year-old girl was last seen on Saturday at an Aboriginal town camp near Alice Springs.
• Jewish agency warned of 'high' threat level ahead of Bondi shooting, report finds April 30, 2026
  Gun reforms should be prioritised and policing around Jewish events increased, royal commission says.
• China to ban drone sales in Beijing citing security concerns April 30, 2026
  Drone users will also be required to register their devices and secure permits before flying them.
• Christchurch mass killer loses bid to overturn conviction April 30, 2026
  White supremacist Brenton Tarrant's appeal is "utterly devoid of merit", a New Zealand court has ruled.
• Trump says US studying troop cuts in Germany, after Merz criticises war April 30, 2026
  His remarks come after the German chancellor criticised the US approach to the war in Iran.
• US charges Mexican governor and other leaders with aiding drug cartel April 30, 2026
  The governor of Sinaloa, Rubén Rocha Moya, hails from the same party as the president of Mexico.
• Joy as record-breaking runner Sawe returns home April 30, 2026
  BBC reports from Kenya, home to Sabastian Sawe, the first man to run a marathon in under two hours.
• 'Attacked 28 times in a day' - BBC visits heavily targeted US-UK base in Iraq April 30, 2026
  Before the fragile ceasefire in the region, this was one of the most heavily targeted US and UK military bases in the Middle East.
• US singer D4vd bought tools online to dispose of girl's body, prosecutors allege April 30, 2026
  The Tiktok star's attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to "vigorously defend" him.
• Watch: Aerial video shows destruction after tornado strikes small Texas town April 30, 2026
  A severe storm outbreak has been battering parts of the Midwest and Southern United States for nearly a week.
• The King and Queen in the Big Apple: What the royals did on their third day in the US April 30, 2026
  After visiting the 9/11 Memorial, Queen Camilla read to children at the New York Public Library and King Charles visited a community organisation in Harlem.
• Indians lost $2.5bn to digital fraud in 2025 - now its central bank is fighting back April 29, 2026
  The RBI is mulling measures to tackle rising cases of digital fraud in India - but will they work?
• The 'Polar Bear Capital' with Arctic gateway ambitions April 29, 2026
  Canada is weighing whether a year-round northern trade route to Europe from Churchill, Manitoba, is viable, as climate change speeds Arctic warming.
• A son overlooked and a jailed tycoon: Inside Samsung's succession drama April 29, 2026
  The family dynasty behind Samsung is so complicated it regularly makes headline news in South Korea.
• Three takeaways from Hegseth's clash with lawmakers over Iran war April 29, 2026
  The hours-long hearing was the first time the US defence secretary had faced questions under oath since the conflict began.

US News

• Stolen chemical-dispersing drones could have facilitated 'action against the homeland,' fmr DHS official warns April 30, 2026
  Federal authorities recovered 15 stolen industrial drones capable of dispersing liquid chemicals, but a former DHS official says key questions remain.
• Georgia man says he suffered severe medical neglect leading to amputations at scrutinized Atlanta jail April 30, 2026
  A Georgia man said he lost his fingers and lower legs to amputation after allegedly being denied critical medical care at the Fulton County Jail.
• LAPD chief warns Los Angeles not prepared to secure 2028 Olympics due to staffing shortages April 30, 2026
  LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell warns Los Angeles is not prepared to secure the 2028 Olympics, citing staffing shortages and a lack of dedicated funding.
• Small-town Virginia mayor reportedly arrested for allegedly showing up drunk to train derailment April 30, 2026
  Rich Creek Mayor Paul Morrison allegedly arrived drunk at a Norfolk Southern train derailment site and was subsequently arrested for public intoxication.
• Romanian national learns fate for swatting US officials, including members of Congress, judges April 30, 2026
  Thomasz Szabo, 27, was sentenced to four years in prison for swatting calls and bomb threats targeting members of Congress and other U.S. officials.
• Illegal immigrant admitted posing as Border Patrol agent in calculated scheme to disrupt deportations: DOJ April 29, 2026
  A man accused of impersonating a Border Patrol agent to interfere with ICE operations pleaded guilty and faces up to 15 years on gun charges.
• Man allegedly steals fire truck parked outside Colorado jail moments after being released from custody April 29, 2026
  A suspect allegedly stole a fire truck just after being released from a Colorado jail, triggering a pursuit that caused significant vehicle damage.
• Suspect arrested after mom, pregnant teen, 12-year-old found bound and murdered April 29, 2026
  Authorities arrested William Graham Oliver in the murders of three family members found bound in an Alabama home, including two children.
• Louisiana sheriff charged after toilet jailbreak let 10 inmates escape in lockup fiasco April 29, 2026
  Louisiana Sheriff Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 counts, including obstruction of justice and malfeasance, stemming from a major New Orleans jailbreak.
• Disney World guest allegedly grabbed employee during character photo line, gets lifetime ban from parks April 29, 2026
  A father was arrested and permanently banned from Walt Disney World after he reportedly assaulted an employee at an Epcot character meet-and-greet.
• Anti-gun violence nonprofit founder and ex-MMA fighter convicted in fatal 2024 shooting murder April 29, 2026
  Ex-MMA fighter who founded an anti-violence nonprofit focused on gun crime was convicted of murder in the shooting death of a man in Colorado.
• US charges Mexican governor, top officials in cartel conspiracy as Mexico fires back over proof April 29, 2026
  Mexico pushes back against a U.S. indictment accusing Sinaloa's governor and ten officials of allegedly running a drug trafficking cartel conspiracy.
• FBI reveals Brown University mass shooter began plotting massacre as early as 2022, blamed victims April 29, 2026
  The FBI concluded its investigation into the Brown University mass shooting and MIT professor murder, revealing the gunman began plotting in 2022.
• Kohberger defense team says it is 'appalled' by former expert's public comments about Idaho murders case April 29, 2026
  Bryan Kohberger's defense team says former expert Brent Turvey broke his confidentiality agreement by speaking publicly about the Idaho murders case. He denies wrongdoing.
• Mississippi man charged with killing mother, allegedly flushing her flesh down toilet after dismemberment April 29, 2026
  Zachary Jackson Jr. faces murder charges after allegedly killing his mother and flushing her remains in a Natchez, Mississippi home, authorities say.
• Rampaging 1,000-teen mob storms tourist attraction, hurts officers in violent 'takeover' caught on video April 29, 2026
  Over 1,000 teens reportedly stormed Florida's ICON Park in the latest viral teen takeover, leading to nine arrests and two officers hospitalized.
• Coast Guard wreck found after century, confirms World War I tragedy that killed all 131 aboard April 29, 2026
  Divers located the sunken Coast Guard Cutter Tampa in the Atlantic, 106 years after a torpedo strike caused the largest U.S. naval combat loss of WWI.
• Sexual predator ‘Cookie Monster’ caught in terrified child’s bed during midnight break-in, police say April 29, 2026
  A 65-year-old repeat sex offender allegedly entered a child's bedroom naked. He is now held on $1.25 million bond in Douglas County Corrections.
• Global task force dismantles 'pig-butchering' crypto fraud rings preying on Americans April 29, 2026
  The FBI and international police forces arrested 276 suspects in a global operation targeting cryptocurrency pig-butchering scam centers overseas.
• Afghan man convicted of conspiracy in deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport during US withdrawal April 29, 2026
  An alleged ISIS-K militant was convicted of a terrorism conspiracy charge tied to the 2021 Kabul airport bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members.

Tech News

• Meta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobs April 30, 2026
  Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.
• Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony April 29, 2026
  Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of the trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI.
• Why friendly AI chatbots might be less trustworthy April 29, 2026
  Researchers found adjusting AI systems to be more warm and friendly to users would result in an "accuracy trade-off".
• Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins April 29, 2026
  The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
• Tech Life April 28, 2026
  Workers train AI to identify everyday objects by labelling items in photos and videos.
• Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court April 28, 2026
  The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
• Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says April 28, 2026
  The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
• Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch April 28, 2026
  The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.
• Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music April 27, 2026
  Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
• China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus April 27, 2026
  It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.
• I brought my husband back for his funeral as a hologram April 25, 2026
  After nearly 60 years of marriage, Pam wanted to honour her husband Bill with a hologram at his funeral.
• The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts April 25, 2026
  The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West.
• OpenAI boss 'deeply sorry' for not telling police of mass shooting suspect's account April 24, 2026
  Sam Altman on Thursday wrote a brief letter of apology to the people of Tumbler Ridge, Canada in the wake of a January mass shooting.
• UK cyber chiefs say it's time to ditch passwords for passkeys - what are they? April 24, 2026
  Passwords have long been the default way we secure accounts online but the NCSC has said passkeys are a better option.
• Tech Life April 21, 2026
  How to say goodbye and pay tribute to a loved one - with a hologram.
• Tech Life April 14, 2026
  Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?
• Tech Life April 7, 2026
  Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?
• Tech Now April 4, 2026
  Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.
• Tech Now March 28, 2026
  How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.
• Tech Now March 21, 2026
  Alasdair Keane visits the underground insect farm turning food waste into animal feed.

Political News

• Federal appeals court refuses to rehear Trump appeal of $83M E Jean Carroll defamation judgment April 30, 2026
  A federal court denied President Donald Trump's motion to rehear his $83 million defamation case, opening the path to a Supreme Court appeal.
• Hunter Biden's ex-lawyer ordered to pay $50K to former Trump aide after harassment claims crumble April 30, 2026
  Kevin Morris is being ordered to pay $50,000 to Marco Polo's Garrett Ziegler after his lawsuit accusing Ziegler of impersonation failed in California court.
• Jasmine Crockett backs Colin Allred in Texas Democratic US House primary runoff April 30, 2026
  Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett backs former Rep. Colin Allred ahead of his May Democratic U.S. House primary runoff in the Lone Star State.
• Moms group labeled ‘extremist’ flips script on SPLC after federal indictment: 'Shut it down' April 30, 2026
  Moms for America founder calls for SPLC to be shut down after DOJ indictment alleging the civil rights group funneled money to extremist groups.
• DeSantis' redistricting fight gets major boost from his potential GOP successor: 'Doing the right thing' April 30, 2026
  Rep. Byron Donalds backs Gov. Ron DeSantis' new Florida redistricting map while blasting Hakeem Jeffries and Gavin Newsom over Democratic criticism.
• Hegseth testifies at Senate as Iran war's $25B price tag and 60-day war powers deadline loom April 30, 2026
  Secretary of War Pete Hegseth testifies before the Senate on the Iran war and Pentagon budget as the War Powers Resolution deadline nears on Friday.
• Liberal city removes anti-crime signs to be more inclusive: ‘Just insane’ April 30, 2026
  Democrat-led Ann Arbor draws mockery after removing all anti-crime watch signs across the city, saying they are inconsistent with inclusive values.
• Cultural groups ask federal judge to halt Trump's renovations of Kennedy Center April 30, 2026
  Cultural preservation groups urged a federal judge to issue a preliminary injunction blocking major renovations to the Kennedy Center ahead of the scheduled project.
• House Republicans unlock reconciliation process to fund ICE and Border Patrol without Democrats April 30, 2026
  The House approved a budget blueprint funding immigration enforcement for the rest of Trump's term, a key step to ending the DHS funding lapse.
• Melania Trump embraces AI education initiative in White House tech push: 'She's been a champion' April 30, 2026
  Melania Trump hosted an immersive AI and VR event at the White House, where students explored British landmarks alongside Queen Camilla's visit.
• Trump weighs pulling US troops from Germany amid clash with chancellor over Iran war April 30, 2026
  President Donald Trump said the U.S. is reviewing a possible troop reduction in Germany amid his ongoing criticism of Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran.
• GOP gubernatorial hopeful blasted by critics for 'lying' on stage about illegal immigrant hires April 30, 2026
  Georgia GOP gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson was called a "fraud" and a liar by critics who say his debate claims about vetting immigrant workers contradict his sworn testimony.
• Trump EPA chief vows he won’t take ‘morality lessons’ from Dem senator after heated clash April 29, 2026
  EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse traded barbs over coal plant consumer costs Wednesday amid Trump's proposed 52% cut to EPA funding for 2027.
• Newsom mocks Trump's limited-edition passport with fake California driver's license featuring gov's portrait April 29, 2026
  California Gov. Gavin Newsom mocks President Trump's limited-edition U.S. passport by jokingly unveiling a driver's license featuring his own potrait.
• Melania Trump advisor reveals what first lady was thinking as Secret Service rushed WHCA Dinner April 29, 2026
  Melania Trump was "in full control" during the assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, her senior advisor tells reporters.
• House passes FISA renewal in bipartisan vote, putting pressure on Senate before looming deadline April 29, 2026
  The House voted to extend the FISA 702 surveillance program, sending it to the Senate with little time before the Friday midnight expiration deadline.
• Katie Porter's 'F*** Trump' email day after assassination attempt draws sharp rebuke: 'Degenerate loser' April 29, 2026
  California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter faces criticism for a donor email containing "F*** Trump" sent a day after a Trump assassination attempt.
• Vance pushes back on report of stockpile concerns as US races to boost missile production April 29, 2026
  JD Vance disputed a report on U.S. missile stockpile concerns as the Pentagon races to ramp up production after years of lagging output strained supplies.
• 'America First' immigration overhaul bill would codify Trump's campaign promises once and for all April 29, 2026
  A new House Republican bill seeks to narrow legal immigration by ending the diversity visa lottery and shifting to a merit-based points system.
• Rashida Tlaib slams anti-israel Arab group over handling of sexual harassment claims April 29, 2026
  The ADC faces renewed scrutiny as Rep. Rashida Tlaib alleges sexual harassment and a former board member claims retaliation for raising concerns.

Raw Reactions

• What Americans Think Of The Biden Impeachment Inquiry
  Welcome 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 Trump
  The 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 Republicans
  On 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 Biden
  Welcome 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 Color
  Among 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 Begins
  Among 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 Red
  In 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 Common
  Presidents 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 Utah
  Usually, 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 Primary
  Once 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 Cut
  This 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 Economy
  When 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 Debate
  The crew discusses their takeaways from the first Republican presidential primary debate in this late-night edition of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast. You can listen to the episode by clicking the “play” button in the audio player above or by downloading it in iTunes, the ESPN App or your favorite podcast platform. If you are new […]
• What Went Down In The First GOP Presidential Debate

Science News

• 'Only so much' voters can worry about - are attitudes to net zero changing? April 30, 2026
  Recent studies show a decline in the public's sense of urgency around reaching net zero.
• 'Significant change' needed to tackle agri pollution April 30, 2026
  The Office for Environmental Protection said existing regulations are insufficient to deliver necessary water quality improvements.
• 'Disgusting' clinical waste dumped on Sheppey beaches April 30, 2026
  "Hundreds" of clinical waste vials are among thousands of tonnes of illegally dumped waste.
• More cash to tackle willow threat at wetland April 29, 2026
  Telford and Wrekin Council has been given more money to carry out the conservation work.
• Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress April 29, 2026
  The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
• Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress April 29, 2026
  The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
• Endangered antelopes flown to Kenya from Czech Republic in 'historic homecoming' April 29, 2026
  The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.
• Student uses space cosmic rays to make photographs April 29, 2026
  Blank negative photographic film sealed in a bag is sent to edge of space using a helium balloon.
• Calls to revive Jersey driverless car plans April 29, 2026
  Environmental groups say the government should move away from "car-centric' models.
• £20m mystery gift buys London Zoo new hospital where you can watch vets work April 28, 2026
  Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.
• How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific April 26, 2026
  Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
• UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court April 26, 2026
  One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
• UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court April 26, 2026
  One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
• Series of wildfires across Scotland during 'extreme' alert April 26, 2026
  The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.
• Your snaps of changing skies from meteors to rays April 26, 2026
  BBC Weather Watchers capture the ever-changing April conditions.
• 'We're living in a shed because of river pollution' April 26, 2026
  Jane and Tony Coyle spent seven years waiting for planning permission due to River Lugg pollution.
• A 17th Century 'supercomputer' once owned by Indian royalty heads for auction April 25, 2026
  The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and has never been exhibited before.
• First ever talks to ditch fossil fuels as UN deadlock deepens April 24, 2026
  Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change
• BBC Inside Science April 23, 2026
  Creating and manufacturing a novel vaccine capable of combatting bird flu.
• Meet the 19-metre octopus that prowled the ancient seas April 23, 2026
  Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago, according to fossil evidence.

People In The News

• Outlaw country singer David Allan Coe dead at 86 April 30, 2026
  Outlaw country icon David Allan Coe, songwriter behind hits like "Would You Lay With Me" and "You Never Even Called Me By My Name," has died at 86 years old.
• King Charles follows Queen Elizabeth's playbook with a twist during Trump state visit: expert April 30, 2026
  Experts compare King Charles' first U.S. visit as monarch to Queen Elizabeth's historic trips, noting his more outspoken and personal diplomatic approach.
• 'Mission: Impossible' star Ving Rhames collapses at restaurant, rushed to hospital: report April 30, 2026
  Ving Rhames, the 66-year-old "Mission: Impossible" star, reportedly collapsed while eating at a North Hollywood restaurant but is now on his way home from the hospital.
• 'Melrose Place' star Patrick Muldoon's official cause of death revealed: report April 30, 2026
  Patrick Muldoon's cause of death was a heart attack, according to his death certificate. The "Melrose Place" alum died April 19 at his Beverly Hills home.
• Prince William and Kate Middleton’s ‘genuine love story' is built on being a 'very normal family': author April 29, 2026
  Prince William and Kate Middleton celebrate their 15th anniversary, sharing a photo of them relaxing with their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
• ‘Vampire Diaries’ star Ian Somerhalder sold ‘everything’ after fraud left him in ‘eight-figure hole’ April 29, 2026
  Ian Somerhalder reveals he and Nikki Reed sold "everything" to climb out of an eight-figure debt caused by fraud in a failed business venture.
• Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign video draws John Wick comparisons as fans rally behind him April 29, 2026
  Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral race video draws John Wick comparisons online as the former "Hills" star calls out what he sees as corrupt city leadership.
• Chet Hanks ditched luxury apartments for Nashville trailer park April 29, 2026
  Tom Hanks' son Chet Hanks reveals he traded luxury apartments and hotels for trailer park living in Nashville while chasing his country music dreams.
• Lisa Kudrow exposes the dark side of 'Friends' set with troubling writer room claims April 29, 2026
  Lisa Kudrow alleges a harsh writers room culture on "Friends," describing mean remarks and sexually explicit comments made about Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox.
• Roseanne Barr hasn’t spoken to TV sister Laurie Metcalf since show’s cancellation April 29, 2026
  Laurie Metcalf says she and Roseanne Barr haven't spoken since the 2018 reboot ended, describing a general sadness after the show was canceled by ABC following Barr's firing.
• Gavin Adcock takes aim at Zach Bryan in brutal call-out April 29, 2026
  Gavin Adcock shares a photo from his near-altercation with Zach Bryan at an Oklahoma festival, using it to promote his upcoming single release Friday.
• Lorenzo Lamas finds happiness with Heather Locklear after years of 'trial and error' April 29, 2026
  Lorenzo Lamas opens up about finding romance with Heather Locklear, saying years of "trial and error" and a deep faith led him to happiness.
• Trump ‘set the tone’ as King Charles 'commanded the space' at White House: experts April 29, 2026
  President Trump was at his "very best" welcoming King Charles and Queen Camilla to the White House, royal experts tell Fox News Digital of the start of the British monarch's American state visit.
• Trump hosts King Charles, Queen Camilla at White House state dinner: Fashion, food and a standout gift April 29, 2026
  King Charles and Queen Camilla joined President Trump and Melania for a White House state dinner celebrating America's 250th anniversary and U.K. ties.
• Goldie Hawn credits ‘freedom’ for keeping 43-year relationship with Kurt Russell strong April 28, 2026
  Goldie Hawn opens up about the "freedom" she feels in her relationship with Kurt Russell after 43 years together and shares her mission to be happy.
• 'General Hospital' star Kirsten Storms hit with emergency restraining order filed by ex-husband Brandon Barash April 28, 2026
  "General Hospital" star Kirsten Storms' ex Brandon Barash was granted an emergency restraining order citing her alleged mental health crisis.
• Taylor Swift fires back at critics, says backlash was ‘huge fuel’ for her biggest hits April 28, 2026
  Taylor Swift says criticism fueled major hits like "Blank Space" and "Antihero," turning public scrutiny of her dating life and personality into creative fuel.
• Suspect pleads guilty to plotting Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack April 28, 2026
  The suspect accused of a foiled plot to attack one of Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna, Austria, in August 2024 pleaded guilty on Tuesday as his trial began.
• Zach Bryan fires back at enraged fans over shortened concert with three-word response April 28, 2026
  Country star Zach Bryan fires back at upset fans with "Karen" comments after lightning forces him to cut his Nebraska concert short on tour.
• Jonah Hill abandoned Los Angeles to raise growing family in ‘very small town’ April 28, 2026
  Jonah Hill reveals he moved from Los Angeles to a "small town in San Diego" three years ago, and shared why he wanted to raise his family outside Hollywood.

Environmental News

• Amtrak data breach exposes millions of customer records April 29, 2026
  A dataset attributed to Amtrak appeared on Have I Been Pwned, reportedly exposing customer emails, names, addresses and support interaction records.
• Waymo teams up with Waze to spot potholes faster April 29, 2026
  Waymo and Waze team up to detect potholes in real time using robotaxi sensors and driver reports, helping cities fix dangerous road damage more quickly.
• Runway-to-Space Challenge brings spaceflight closer April 28, 2026
  A new U.S. competition lets teams fly payloads on a reusable spaceplane, offering rapid access to microgravity and changing how space research works.
• Ameriprise data breach hits 48,000 customers April 28, 2026
  Ameriprise Financial says a data breach exposed personal data of nearly 48,000 people. Learn what happened and the steps you should take to stay safe.
• Fake SSA email alert: Spot this scam fast April 27, 2026
  A dangerous phishing email disguised as a Social Security Administration notice tricks users into downloading malware. Here is how to spot the scam.
• Maryland moves to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores April 27, 2026
  Maryland will become the first U.S. state to ban surveillance pricing at grocery stores, with the new law set to take effect on October 1, 2026.
• Hospice fraud uses stolen identities for fake patients April 26, 2026
  A $267 million Medi-Cal hospice fraud ring allegedly used stolen personal data from the dark web to bill California for end-of-life care never given.
• You could get paid from Google’s Android data lawsuit April 26, 2026
  A $135 million settlement claims Google's Android system allegedly transferred cellular data in the background without users knowing or consenting.
• How scammers build a profile on you using data brokers April 25, 2026
  Your personal information is on data broker sites for anyone to find. Learn how scammers exploit this data and how to remove yourself from these databases.
• Anthropic's Mythos AI found over 2,000 unknown software vulnerabilities in just seven weeks of testing April 25, 2026
  Anthropic's Mythos AI discovered over 2,000 unknown software vulnerabilities in seven weeks, prompting the company to restrict its release to the public.
• Fox News AI Newsletter: Your next Dairy Queen order could be taken by AI April 24, 2026
  Dairy Queen's automated AI drive-thru initiative sparks customer concern as Meta lays off 8,000 workers and voters flag AI risks to privacy and pay.
• FCC router rule raises questions about future updates April 24, 2026
  The FCC's new router policy targets future device approvals over national security concerns, but the real risk involves long-term software updates.
• Amazon just put Elon Musk's Starlink on notice April 24, 2026
  Amazon's $11.57 billion Globalstar acquisition targets Starlink's dominance with key spectrum access and plans for direct-to-device satellite connectivity.
• How Florida retiree lost $200K in fake PayPal refund scam April 23, 2026
  Brian Oliver of Gainesville, Florida, lost $210,000 to scammers who used a fake PayPal email and mirrored bank site to trick him into buying gold coins for a courier.
• Toyota's CUE7 robot shoots hoops using AI April 23, 2026
  Toyota debuted CUE7, an AI-powered humanoid robot that learned to shoot free throws through trial and error, in front of 8,400 fans at Toyota Arena Tokyo.
• Booking.com data breach exposes traveler data to scams April 22, 2026
  Booking.com says hackers may have accessed personal data including names, emails and reservation details, raising concerns about targeted phishing attacks.
• Robots beat humans in half marathon April 22, 2026
  In Beijing, a humanoid robot named Lightning finished a half marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, beating the human world record by nearly 7 minutes.
• Michael and Susan Dell surpass $1 billion in donations backing AI-driven hospital project April 22, 2026
  Billionaire Michael Dell and wife Susan Dell become the first donors to give over $1 billion to UT Austin for a massive AI-powered medical campus.
• Fake Windows update installs hidden malware April 21, 2026
  Scammers built a convincing fake Windows update site that installs password-stealing malware. Learn how the multi-stage attack works and how to stay safe.
• Alexa+ lets you order food like a real conversation April 21, 2026
  Amazon Alexa+ now offers hands-free food ordering through Uber Eats and Grubhub, letting you build and adjust orders through natural conversation.

Entertainment News

• Meta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobs April 30, 2026
  Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.
• University wins record freedom of speech fine challenge April 29, 2026
  A record fine had been issued by the Office for Students over the university's trans and non-binary inclusion policy.
• 'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban April 22, 2026
  Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.
• Calls for clarity over schools smartphone ban April 22, 2026
  Minister plan to ban smartphones in English schools, but headteachers and campaigners have called for more direction on how to enforce it.
• Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans April 21, 2026
  Education 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, 2026
  Approximately 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, 2026
  Universities 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, 2026
  Universities 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, 2026
  Many 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, 2026
  It 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, 2026
  Teachers 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, 2026
  About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.
• Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners April 13, 2026
  Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.
• The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens April 10, 2026
  Researchers 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, 2026
  Those 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, 2026
  The 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, 2026
  NASUWT'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, 2026
  The UK's largest education union says librarians have reported "internal and external censorship".

Health News

• 'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time April 30, 2026
  Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.
• Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that April 30, 2026
  A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.
• Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that April 30, 2026
  A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.
• Claimants in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case rise to 7,000 April 29, 2026
  The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.
• How to check whether you have bowel cancer April 29, 2026
  What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?
• Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year April 28, 2026
  Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.
• 11 cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening April 28, 2026
  Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.
• UK healthy life expectancy falls by two years in past decade April 27, 2026
  Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause.
• 'I paid for a private hysterectomy' April 26, 2026
  Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.
• 'I paid for a private hysterectomy' April 26, 2026
  Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.
• 'I used delivery apps to hide the shame of alcoholism' April 24, 2026
  Hattie Underwood is a recovered alcoholic and she told 5 Live’s Naga Munchetty how she used delivery apps to "anonymise" her alcohol consumption.
• What NHS challenges does the election winner face? April 24, 2026
  There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
• What NHS challenges does the election winner face? April 24, 2026
  There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
• The surprising health benefit that could be in your pint April 23, 2026
  Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide "substantial levels" of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.
• Asbestos toy warnings April 23, 2026
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• I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life April 23, 2026
  Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
• 'Adenomyosis ruined my life' April 23, 2026
  Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.
• Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit April 22, 2026
  Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.
• Hay fever misery does last longer - here is how to cope April 22, 2026
  Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?
• Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins April 21, 2026
  The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Middle East News

• Tariffs on digital displays could help avoid US military dependence on China, policy group says April 30, 2026
  Last year, President Donald Trump signed a bill that required the Pentagon to come up with a plan by 2027 for ending reliance on China, Russia, and other adversaries for the technology.
• Galilee man who swore loyalty to ISIS, planned attack on soldiers, indicted on terror charges April 30, 2026
  In recent years, a significant number of Arab citizens of Israel have sworn loyalty to ISIS, usually arrested before being able to carry out an attack.
• Former Bnei Brak principal wanted in Israel for sex crimes against children arrested by ICE April 30, 2026
  Farkas appeared before the Clarkson S. Fisher US Federal Courthouse in Trenton on April 21, where it was ruled that he would remain in federal custody.
• Middle East ceasefires: A fragile peace on the brink | The Deep Dive April 30, 2026
  From Tehran to Gaza and Lebanon, The Deep Dive explores how unstable ceasefires could spark the next Middle East crisis.
• Under Ukraine pressure, Israel blocks suspect Russian grain ship April 30, 2026
  "The Russian supplier of the cargo will have to find an alternative destination to unload it," read a statement issued by Israel’s Grain Importers Association.
• UK pledges wider legislation to tackle state-sponsored threats after Golders Green stabbing April 30, 2026
  Jarvis also said on Thursday that an additional 25 million pounds would be allocated to protect the Jewish community, bringing the total funding this year to 58 million pounds.
• 'Assault on city's fundamental values': Attack on nun in Jerusalem sparks widespread condemnation April 30, 2026
  A 36-year-old man was arrested by Israel Police on Wednesday in connection with the case and is being questioned for racist assault.
• Netanyahu urges Trump to cap Lebanon talks at two-three weeks amid IDF restraint - report April 30, 2026
  Israeli officials have argued that continued Hezbollah attacks against IDF troops and northern communities are eroding the chances of reaching an agreement and undermining Israel’s deterrence.
• US seeks new int'l coalition to get ships moving again in Hormuz, internal cable says April 30, 2026
  US embassies should deliver the demarche orally to partner nations by May 1, but not to Russia, China, Belarus, Cuba, and "other US adversaries," said the cable.
• Herzog deserves our support in trying to achieve plea bargain, end Netanyahu trial saga - editorial April 30, 2026
  Herzog deserves the country’s full support in finding a negotiated end to the Netanyahu trial after six years. Finding such an end is not a betrayal of justice.
• CENTCOM prepares 'short and powerful' wave of strikes on Iran, Trump to be briefed on plan - Axios April 30, 2026
  Another plan expected to be shared with Trump focuses on taking over part of Hormuz to reopen it to commercial shipping, the report added, noting that such an operation may involve ground forces.
• New documentary spotlights Jewish feminist NYC sanitation artist April 30, 2026
  The film’s title refers to Ukeles’ 1969 manifesto, which declared that everyday activities often relegated to women, including cooking, cleaning, and changing diapers, were “maintenance artists."
• Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor Diamond April 30, 2026
  India has previously demanded that Britain return the 105-carat diamond, which was given to Queen Victoria by a then-colonial governor-general in 1850.
• A synagogue helped Palestinians raise money for Gaza, and found common ground over falafel April 30, 2026
  North Carolina's Beth El synagogue had previously backed relief efforts for Israel, but a Tuesday event was the first time the congregation participated in a Palestinian-led fundraiser for Gaza.
• Navy detains over 20 Gaza flotilla ships, 175 activists en route to Israel April 30, 2026
  Leading up to the reports of Israeli boarding, the activist ships were allegedly approached by Israeli fast boats "pointing lasers and semi-automatic assault weapons."
• Israel just quadrupled its PR budget to $730M, experts claim it won’t work April 29, 2026
  Israel has quadrupled its public diplomacy budget to $730 million, but experts say no amount of PR can reverse damage caused by policy and the war in Gaza.
• Bennett unveils ‘Israeli Renaissance’ plan, says alliance will replace Netanyahu - exclusive April 29, 2026
  Bennett unveiled in a Wednesday interview with The Jerusalem Post his plan to bring one million new olim to Israel over the next decade.
• Defense Minister: Counterterrorism law allows seizure of Gaza flotilla's property April 29, 2026
  Defense Minister Israel Katz cites Section 56(b) of the Counterterrorism Law to explain the seizure of property linked to terrorist activities, as the Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail for Gaza.
• IDF 7th Brig. chief: Hezbollah resistance in Lebanon stronger, but IDF strikes hard - interview April 29, 2026
  IDF penetrates deeper into Hezbollah territory in southern Lebanon, killing 130 fighters and destroying a major tunnel network, all with less air support than in 2024.
• Behind Tehran’s calm, Iran faces deepening economic collapse April 29, 2026
  While the streets are full of people, their pockets are empty. The Iranian rial has become a liability that citizens are desperate to offload.

BBC News

• Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists
  Pro-Palestinian activists say 22 boats carrying aid for Gaza were illegally intercepted in international waters near the Greek island.
• Syria trial seen as first step on long road for Assad's victims
  There were highly charged scenes as former senior regime official, Atef Najib, appeared before a Damascus court.
• Israeli 'double-tap' strike kills three rescue workers in Lebanon, officials say
  They are among nine people killed in successive attacks on Tuesday, which Israel's military says targeted a Hezbollah commander.
• Watch: There's a ceasefire in Lebanon - but the fighting hasn't stopped
  Israel and Hezbollah are still fighting in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire that began 12 days ago.
• United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec
  The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.
• Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack
  In the two months since the deadly strike, the US defence department has said only that the incident is under investigation.
• America's special relationship 'probably Israel', says UK ambassador to US
  The remarks, made in February and first reported by the Financial Times, came to light during the King's state visit.
• Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal
  It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.
• Ukraine accuses Israel of receiving shipments of grain 'stolen' by Russia
  Israel's foreign minister says it has received no evidence to support the claim that a vessel carrying grain from occupied Ukraine has reached Haifa.
• Russian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
  The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.
• Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon amid ongoing ceasefire
  The US announced three days ago that the ceasefire was extended by three weeks after talks.
• Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution?
  The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise.
• Netanyahu orders army to 'vigorously attack' Hezbollah in Lebanon
  The Israeli PM's directive comes as six people were killed by strikes in Lebanon despite a ceasefire being extended by three weeks.
• Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
  Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
• Hope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one time
  The 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.
• Who is making decisions in Iran?
  Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.
• Masked Iranian forces seized ships in staged video
  IRGC Naval Command said both a Greek-owned vessel called the Epaminondas and the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca had been seized.
• What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
  A 10-day truce between the two countries has been extended by three weeks after talks in Washington.
• Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image
  Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.
• In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life
  The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.

Financial News

• Google outpaces rivals as Big Tech’s AI spending plans rise to $725bn April 30, 2026
  Meta stock drops on capex increase while Alphabet’s cloud business grows faster than rivals Amazon and Microsoft
• Can’t cook, won’t cook? Start by feeding yourself April 30, 2026
  A cure for kitchen nerves, plus a recipe for anchovy pasta
• The energy crisis is no excuse for bad subsidies April 30, 2026
  We know what worked and what failed the last time around
• BoE holds interest rates at 3.75% amid Middle East energy shock April 30, 2026
  Decision comes as rate-setters weigh the impact of surging oil prices on the UK economy
• Lazard to buy private capital advisory group in $575mn deal April 30, 2026
  Acquisition comes as private capital groups push into increasingly complicated transactions requiring advisory
• Trump launches review of US troops in Germany April 30, 2026
  Threat comes days after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticised US strategy in Iran
• KKR explores $10bn sale of ex-Unilever spreads business April 30, 2026
  Private capital firm hires bankers to sell Flora Food Group after ditching targets to make its portfolio plant based
• AI companies are just companies April 30, 2026
  As we leap into a new technological age, the old rules of capitalism still apply
• Russia loses its way in the Sahara April 30, 2026
  Losses to Malian militants by Wagner Group’s successor call into question future of Moscow’s military adventurism in Africa
• Half of ‘long shot’ Polymarket bets on military action are successful April 30, 2026
  High rate of winning wagers likely to add to concerns that sensitive information can leak on prediction markets
• Google told staff it is ‘proud’ of Pentagon AI contract after internal backlash April 29, 2026
  The tech giant signed an artificial intelligence deal with the defence department on Monday

Business News

Economic News

• Tell Us What the Resumption of Student Loan Payments Means For You
  Student 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 Standoff
  Welcome 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 Economy
  The 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 Most
  When 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 Arbitrary
  Over 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 Productive
  Three 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 Farmland
  The 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 End
  Political 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 Spending
  Playing 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 Up
  Cleveland 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 2022
  What 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 Way
  This 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 Strike
  When 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 […]
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