News on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Iran war: US wary of peace plan postponing nuclear deal

The White House has reportedly not ruled out a proposal from Iran to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts a blockade. However, US officials say any agreement must include a nuclear deal. DW has more.

Bundesliga games abroad unlikely, but for how long?

New proposals from FIFA will allow domestic leagues to host one game abroad a season. As a result, Europe's football leagues could face a big change sooner rather than later.

Fact check: Cloud seeding didn't make it rain in Iran

Some social media users have claimed the alleged destruction of a climate research center in the United Arab Emirates caused intense precipitation in Iran. But those claims are misleading.

Austrian man admits plot to attack 2024 Taylor Swift concert

An Austrian citizen accused of planning an attack at one of Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna in 2024 pleaded guilty as his trial opened on Tuesday. The man was also tried on various terrorism charges.

South Korea: Ex-first lady Kim handed longer graft sentence

Kim Keon Hee, wife of Yoon Suk Yeol, now faces a four-year jail sentence on charges of stock manipulation and bribery. The court also found she accepted gifts from a contentious church, knowing it expected favors.

Greek police hunt for alleged 89-year-old shooter on the run

Greek police are looking for a gunman, reportedly aged 89, who opened fire on a social security office and a courthouse in central Athens, wounding several, local media reports say.

Japan looks to woo allies with new weapons deals

Tokyo has scrapped a decades-old ban on exporting lethal weapons, aiming to bolster allies as security tensions with China and North Korea intensify.

Nigeria's leader battles security, political crises

As politicians gear up for the 2027 elections, millions of Nigerians face a worsening security situation. Analysts say President Tinubu's recent cabinet reshuffle aims to rebuild public trust.

UAE quits OPEC in shock move amid energy turmoil

The United Arab Emirates is withdrawing from the OPEC and OPEC+ oil cartels as the Iran war drives a historic energy shock and rattles the global economy.

Iran war: Who in Tehran could shape talks with the US?

It is unclear how negotiations between the US and Iran will proceed, and a breakthrough seems far off. DW looks at who is calling the shots in Tehran.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy rebukes Israel for buying grain 'stolen' by Russia

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Israel of "purchasing stolen goods," namely grain from regions occupied by Russia. Ukraine summoned Israel's ambassador on Monday, and now it says another such ship has docked.

King Charles addresses joint meeting of US Congress

King Charles becomes the second British monarch to address both chambers of the US Congress. Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, are visiting Washington for an official state visit.

Germany's birth rate reached lowest level on record in 2025

As the number of women of childbearing age declines in Germany, birth rates are projected to continue falling. The German Family Association says family-unfriendly structural policies are to blame.

What Renault's new EV reveals about the global auto industry

French carmaker Renault no longer sells its brand in the Chinese market, but it's not afraid to design and develop them there. It's just one more sign of big shifts in the global auto industry.

Germany: Stranded whale 'Timmy' being transported towards ocean in special barge

Rescue teams are celebrating what they hope is a major win weeks into efforts to assist a stranded humpback whale. "Timmy" has been coaxed onto a special barge that will help steer him back towards the Atlantic.

Germany benefits from work with Ukraine — defense minister

The German defense minister said Ukraine was quick to develop new, battlefield-tested technologies. And the German government announced several measures to increase defense cooperation between the two countries.

Venezuela: German entrepreneurs bet on business boom

Venezuela was once a key destination for German industry. However, after nearly 30 years of socialism, only a handful of German companies remain active there. That could change if the nation opens up to foreign firms.

How a controversial gas pipeline deal could further stall Bosnia's EU accession

A US backed gas pipeline could help Bosnia cut reliance on Russian energy. But Brussels warns that a deal with a company linked to Trump allies could put the country's EU hopes at risk.

EU Parliament approves common definition of rape

Until now, definitions of what constitutes rape under criminal law had varied significantly across the EU, ranging from "only yes means yes" to "only no means no."

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In pictures: King joins Trump for White House banquet and delivers historic Congress speech

King Charles III and Queen Camilla continued their state visit to the US with a White House state dinner and a speech from the King to Congress.

Strait of Hormuz stuck in limbo as Trump mulls Iran's latest offer

Oil prices continue rising as the Trump administration unenthusiastically mulls an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but delay nuclear talks.

FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash

The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.

Mysterious ‘Loveland Frogman’ creature could become Ohio’s official cryptid

The lore of the Loveland Frogman began in 1955 when the 4-foot-tall bipedal anomaly with leathery skin and a frog-like face was supposedly spotted by a businessman in the Little Miami River.

King Charles visits White House for state dinner, after rare address to Congress

King Charles is at the White House for a state dinner, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.

Australia news live: PM rules out new gas export tax on existing contracts; major childcare chain to close dozens of centres after abuse scandal

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Port Authority to install new tracking devices on fire trucks after deadly LaGuardia Airport crash

Emergency vehicles at the New York City area’s three major airports will be outfitted with new tracking devices after the NTSB highlighted a missing transponder aboard a fire truck as a contributor to last month’s deadly LaGuardia Airport plane crash. James Allen, a spokesman for

Fresh off national title, UCLA adds impact transfer KK Bransford

Cori Close wasn’t kidding when she said her team was going to reload. The UCLA women’s basketball coach added a fifth transfer on Tuesday when the Bruins secured a commitment from former Notre Dame guard KK Bransford. Notre Dame guard KK Bransford missed her entire junior season

From the archives: USSR announces Chernobyl power plant explosion in 1986

On April 28, 1986, Swedish scientists detected high levels of radiation, bringing to light the reactor explosion that occurred two days earlier at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Soviet Ukraine. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.

Kimmel-Trump clash continues as FCC launches early review of ABC's broadcast licenses

A day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC is launching an early review of the network's broadcast licenses. Carter Evans has more.

See the Menu for the British Royal State Dinner

Spring-herbed ravioli and Dover sole meunière are among the dishes at the dinner honoring King Charles III of Britain and Queen Camilla.

NCAA March Madness tournaments could expand to 76 teams in 2027

The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.

Grim past fails to spook buyers as San Francisco home sells for jaw-dropping price

A quaint San Francisco home that became the site of a quadruple murder suicide sold only four days after it went on the market, bringing in more than $700,000 over the asking price.

Forensic probe underway into correspondents' dinner suspect's electronic devices

The man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend is set to be back in court on Thursday. Nicole Sganga reports.

Top candidates face off in the CBS California Governor's Debate

Top gubernatorial candidates are facing off in the CBS California Governor's Debate. Follow our live coverage.

Millions in central U.S. facing another night of severe weather

For the sixth straight day, violent weather is threatening millions in the central U.S. Rob Marciano reports.

Ex-Fordham basketball players permanently banned by NCAA over alleged game manipulation betting scheme

Two former Fordham basketball players face permanent NCAA ineligibility after their alleged involvement in a game manipulation betting scandal.

Comey indicted again on charges stemming from Instagram post

Former FBI Director James Comey is again facing federal charges after the government's previous case against him was dismissed.

Comey says he's innocent after new indictment on charges of threatening to kill president

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted for a second time Tuesday over an Instagram post that the government alleges was a threat against President Trump. Ed O'Keefe reports.

Carville says Georgia could be huge success if 'idiot progressives' don't screw it up

Democratic strategist James Carville said he feels good about Democrats winning in Georgia but warned "idiot progressives" could snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

US economic gap over China to widen, but Iran might bring them closer: former UN official

The economic divide between the United States and China is projected to widen to US$11 trillion by the end of the decade, yet escalating geopolitics – specifically the war in Iran and the ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis – could inadvertently act as a stabilising force for bilater

China boy grabs public attention by ‘handcrafting’ turbojet engine in family’s living room

A 14-year-old Chinese boy who reportedly “handcrafted” turbo engines in his home living room has sparked a heated social media discussion about his background. Teenager Che Jingang, from southern China’s Hainan Island, came under the spotlight after several state media outlets re

King Charles declines meeting with Epstein survivors due to ‘ongoing investigation’

King Charles III declined a request to meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during his visit to the United States this week, according to Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). Khanna’s office sent a letter to the British monarch earlier this year requesting the meeting

Likely 2027 No. 1 NBA draft pick Tyran Stokes makes his college decision

The top prospect in the 2026 recruiting class and favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, Tyran Stokes, has made his college decision.

California’s high-speed rail now ‘worst project in history’ — as insiders reveal unbelievable new cost

State auditors criticized California’s high-speed rail project from San Francisco to Los Angeles, saying the costly project backed by Governor Gavin Newsom lacks a plan to finish.

‘No fundraising launched’ after father’s death, paralysed dancer Mo Li warns of scams

A Hong Kong dancer left paralysed after being struck by a giant screen during a 2022 concert by popular boy band Mirror has clarified that neither he nor his family had raised any funds after the death of his pastor father. Reminding his supporters to beware of scammers, Mo Li Ka

Illegal migrant uses wild disguise to impersonate US Border Patrol agent

He wore a face mask and thin green line baseball cap of the kind worn by Border Patrol supporters.

King Charles tells Congress that alliance is "more important today" than ever

Saying he felt the "weight of history" on his shoulders, King Charles became the first British monarch in 35 years to address Congress on Tuesday.

Sabres fans jump in as anthem singer's mic craps out during 'O, Canada'

Sabres fans stepped in to sing "O, Canada" when the microphone failed during pregame ceremonies before their Stanley Cup Playoffs Game 5 matchup.

Only "special relationship" U.S. has is "probably Israel," U.K. ambassador said

Britain's ambassador, in February remarks reported by the Financial Times, also called the lack of fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the U.S. "extraordinary."

Government again seeks to make it possible to search, seize small mail

The Carney government plans to make legislative changes to allow law enforcement to search and seize Canadians’ mail. The proposed legislative change is buried in the 2026 spring economic update.

King Charles addresses Congress after British ambassador's comments about U.S. and Israel leak

King Charles addressed Congress Tuesday amid tension in the so-called special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. Earlier in the day, private comments by the British Ambassador to the U.S., Sir Christian Turner, leaked to the Financial Times. Turner sai

Derin Erdogan was left ‘in shock’ by Liberty chance she had given up on

Erdogan, 23, was packing for the EuroLeague Women Final Six in Zaragoza, Spain, when her phone rang.

City to fix hole Winnipeg woman fell through, with repairs set to start Thursday

The City of Winnipeg will begin repairing a hole in the Wolseley area a few days after firefighters rescued a woman who was trapped in it for about 40 minutes.

‘Wartime’ in Iran, Trump’s fury and the UAE: here’s what happened overnight

As the US-Israeli war on Iran enters a third month, there is no imminent sign of a break in the deadlock between Washington and Tehran. These are the main takeaways from what happened overnight. What did Trump say? After welcoming Britain’s King Charles III in Washington on Tuesd

Mets hitting coach Troy Snitker sees two critical objectives to reverse offense’s woes

Troy Snitker — the son of former Braves manager Brian Snitker — was hired along with director of major league hitting Jeff Albert to get the most out of this new-look Mets offense

Winging it: Seagull imitators compete for best screech at sixth annual championship

Competitors from 15 countries ⁠took part in the sixth annual seagull screeching contest.

Stephen A. Smith tells politicians, media to stop with ‘lip service’ about civility after WHCD shooting

Smith was at Washington Hilton when gunman shot Secret Service officer during WHCA Dinner.

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive for state dinner

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive for state dinner

Texas legislators say they’re shocked camp owners want to reopen after deaths

Texas lawmakers do not think owners have fixed problems at Camp Mystic, but they might not be able to prevent the camp from reopening in May.

Lefty NJ congresswoman debuts federal $25 minimum wage bill a week after winning special election

Analilia Mejia, D-N.J., defeated Republican candidate Joe Hathaway in a landslide last week.

California’s fraud is endemic— Washington has to step in

California was once a beacon of opportunity. Today, our great state maintains its natural blessings and abundance of potential, but both are being smothered by government inefficiency and fraud on a staggering scale.

FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses

FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses

Maker of OxyContin set to dissolve after judge approves criminal sentence

Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, is set to be dissolved as a massive legal settlement resolving thousands of lawsuits takes effect.

Will Hong Kong vapers go underground as public possession ban kicks in?

Twenty-two-year-old Hongkonger Elio* started smoking at the age of 16, when he was studying abroad in New Zealand. But what started as a way to kill time soon became a daily habit to relieve the stress of an uncertain future. Despite suffering from a collapsed lung in 2020, he re

MLB's new automated strike zone has created a massive unintended consequence for hitters and pitchers

MLB's new automated balls and strikes challenge system has unexpectedly shrunk the strike zone and pushed walk rates to their highest in a decade.

King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive at White House for state dinner

President Trump hosted the U.K.'s King Charles III and Queen Camilla for a state dinner at the White House on Tuesday. White House historian Jennifer Pickens joins CBS News with more.

IndyCar driver Romain Grosjean gives stomach-churning details about hitting a bird during Indy 500 test

Romain Grosjean hit a bird at around 230 mph during Indianapolis 500 testing at IMS, calling it the "bad luck bird" after a messy but safe incident.

More Americans using apps to copy trades of high-profile investors

As the stock market moves in unpredictable directions, more Americans are turning to apps that automatically copy the trades of high-profile investors rather than making their own investment decisions. CBS News consumer reporter Evyn Moon explains the pros and potential cons of t

‘Little Women: Atlanta’ star Shirlene ‘Ms. Juicy’ King-Pearson arrested in Georgia

Police said the reality star was cuffed with her wrists in front of her body due to her small stature, with officers double-locking the restraints.

Fast-tracked online degree programs prompt concerns from some educators

Most people spend at least four years studying for their bachelor's degree, but now, some students are fast-tracking that process in just weeks using online colleges. Washington Post national education reporter Todd Wallack explains.

Miles McBride is easing the Jalen Brunson Knicks burden

The numbers jump off the page. When Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride play together, the Knicks often thrive.

Violence erupts in Colombia ahead of presidential vote

Twenty-six coordinated terrorist attacks were reported on civilian and military bases in Colombia over the weekend. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano reports.

Sergey Brin joins the fight against socialism — better late than never

Sergey Brin knows the evil of socialism — and he’s decided to stop it from coming to California.

Wannabe gov Katie Porter adds to questions about her temperament

Such language on the heels of an attempted assassination shows a callous disregard for human life, continues to degrade our common political culture, and does nothing to address the various crises afflicting California.

Marine Johannes happy to be back as Liberty hope to ‘unlock her full potential’

In a lot of ways, Tuesday felt like the first day of school for Johannès. She came to Barclays Center with renewed excitement after a disappointing finish to last season.

Beneath King Charles’s Jokes and Decorum, a Subtle Rebuttal to Trump

King Charles III gently pushed back against President Trump’s attacks on Britain and NATO.

NYCFC, Red Bulls each looking for needed spark heading into big US Open Cup showdown

New York City FC need a win. Badly. Red Bull New York aren’t too far behind their Hudson River rivals in that category.

Breaking down Florida's newly proposed congressional map

Florida is the next state considering making changes to its congressional map ahead of the November midterms. Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed a map that could give Republicans four more seats in the House. CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede has more.

'I can't leave him': Sask. tow truck driver rescues moose trapped in ice

Clint Gottinger, a tow truck driver in rural Saskatchewan, was heading out to work when he noticed a moose trapped in some ice.

Justin Baldoni is not to blame for Blake Lively’s downfall, say his lawyers who brand her a ‘bully’ at pre-trial hearing

A judge tossed 10 of Lively 13 claims earlier this month.

Reagan shooter calls link to Washington hotel ‘spooky’ after alleged Trump assassination attempt at same site

John Hinckley Jr. called it "spooky" that the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting occurred at the same hotel where he shot President Ronald Reagan.

Senate Republicans shoot down measure to stop Trump from striking Cuba

The Senate blocked a resolution that would have checked President Donald Trump‘s military authority in Cuba as tensions rise between the United States and the communist nation. The upper chamber voted against bringing to the floor a Democratic-led resolution that would have prohi

Johnson breaks GOP impasse and tees up votes on spy tool, farm bill, and budget bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-LA) push to move three major pieces of legislation this week is back on track, at least for now, after the House Rules Committee advanced a procedural rule setting up consideration on the floor. The House Rules Committee voted 9 to 4 shortly after

Billie Eilish puts Manchester at centre of new 3D concert film

Teaming up with filmmaking giant James Cameron, the superstar creates a unique love letter to her fans.

DOJ Secures New James Comey Indictment Over Alleged Threat Against Trump

The new case stems from a social media post showing seashells on a North Carolina beach that the Trump administration characterized as a threat against the president.

Secret Service director: Agents did ‘great job’ in WHCA dinner shooting response

Secret Service Director Sean Curran on Tuesday said the agents who responded to the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner did a “great job” reacting to the unexpected intruder. “My agents did a great job,” Curran told CBS News’s Nikole Killion, while appearing for a brie

WATCH: Vrabel returns to Patriots after draft absence amid controversy

ESPN’s Mike Reiss reports on Mike Vrabel’s return, how the team handled draft decisions without him and the biggest roster questions heading into the season.

Tourist dies at luxury resort after cobra from snake show climbs up pants, bites him: police

A tourist reportedly died near a luxury all-inclusive resort complex after a venomous cobra slithered up his pants and bit him during a snake show, police said.

Japanese travellers rush abroad for ‘golden week’ before fuel price increases

Thousands of Japanese are defying rising prices at home and the pain of the feeble yen to have one final foreign holiday over “golden week” before airlines increase fuel surcharges. The operator of Narita International Airport anticipates that 1.59 million travellers will pass th

Alex Cooper pushes back on TikTok dating rules with graphic first-date advice on 'Call Her Daddy'

"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper sparks buzz with provocative dating advice, rejecting popular TikTok rules against kissing on first dates.

Iran war live: Trump says Tehran wants end to blockade; Israel kills medics

US president says Iran has reached out and asked Washington to lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports.

YouTube TV is about to change the way we watch live sports

YouTube TV launched a customizable multiview feature letting sports fans watch up to four NFL or college football games simultaneously this fall.

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.

Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress

There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House.

JONATHAN TURLEY: Comey’s shell post may be crass, but charging him is a free speech trap

Law professor Jonathan Turley says the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey over '86 47' shell art fails the First Amendment true threat standard.

Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year

Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.

US Secret Service arrests suspect after barrier breach near White House during King Charles' visit

Secret Service arrested a suspect who breached a security barrier near the White House Ellipse during the British royal couple's D.C. state visit.

Former Fauci Adviser Indicted on Covid-Related Charges

Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.

OpenAI Trial Starts With Two Very Different Tales of a Company’s Early Years

In the trial’s first day of testimony, Elon Musk said greed led co-founder Sam Altman to pull the A.I. lab away from its nonprofit roots. OpenAI says that’s nonsense.

Here’s what’s on the White House’s state dinner menu for King Charles

President Trump and Melania Trump will be joining Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla at a meal fit for royalty. The White House has released details of the menu for Tuesday’s state dinner. The first lady “led preparations for the dinner,” according to the White House. T

Vermont pays $566K in damages, legal fees to Christian school it banned from all sports competitions for years

Vermont agencies pay $566K to a Christian school banned from sports and academic competitions after its girls' team forfeited over a trans athlete.

Trump's face to feature on commemorative US passports

The passports will be released as part of the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.

King Charles III Cracks Jokes and Wins Over Congress

Charles III’s address at a joint meeting of Congress on Tuesday sprinkled well-crafted jokes among carefully chosen references to the United States and Britain’s shared history.

House tees up vote on ethanol compromise, which would attach to Farm Bill

The House is seeking to advance a biofuel bill and then procedurally tie it to the Farm Bill before sending the package to the Senate. The legislation in question enables year-round sales of gasoline with a high ethanol content, which is typically restricted in the summer due to

House panel advances three major bills after marathon hearing, but fate on floor uncertain

Republican leaders snapped the House out of a state of limbo caused by GOP infighting as the House Rules Committee advanced an ambitious slate of high-profile, must-pass bills on Tuesday evening — tacking on two major sweeteners to appease corn-state Republicans and hardline cons

North Carolina Finds 34K Dead People on State Voter Rolls

Roughly 34,000 deceased people were discovered to still be on voter rolls in North Carolina, the North Carolina State Board of Elections announced. The post North Carolina Finds 34K Dead People on State Voter Rolls appeared first on Breitbart .

House Republicans tee up vote on spy powers as some in GOP vow to oppose bill

House Republicans have teed up a vote to renew the nation’s spy powers that has those on varying sides of the issue crying Groundhog’s Day. The GOP is once again moving ahead with legislation to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which al

Texas elementary school teacher accused of sexually assaulting child as police search for more victims

A Texas elementary school teacher is accused of continuous sexual assault of a child. Police say there may be additional victims and are asking for tips.

Yomif Kejelcha broke the 2-hour marathon but got 2nd place. He's still happy

Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha ran the London Marathon in under two hours, but he only got second place. He told NPR he hopes to run his next marathon a minute faster.

Should I Marry a Murderer? - the love story that uncovered a killer

True crime show follows a woman facing a life-changing dilemma after her fiancé makes a shock confession.

£20m mystery gift buys London Zoo new hospital where you can watch vets work

Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.

World Cup players who cover their mouths during confrontations could get red cards

FIFA rolls out a new rule for the 2026 World Cup that could see players red-carded for covering their mouths during on-field confrontations with opponents.

'Like a slap in the face': Alt-pop star Julia Wolf on going viral

Wolf's song In My Room exploded on TikTok after being paired with clips from the Twilight movies.

Opening day at Six Flags St. Louis ended in chaos after brawl with as many as 100 people broke out

About 100 people, mostly juveniles, were involved in brawls at Six Flags St. Louis on opening day, leading to early closure and multiple detentions.

A fresh financial crisis may be coming - it won't play out like the last one

Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis.

DHS taunts media for reporting about ‘Green Bay man’ illegal immigrant charged in vicious machete attack

DHS calls out media for calling alleged machete attacker a "Green Bay man," saying he is an illegal alien from Nicaragua given removal orders.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Melania 'widow' joke | About That

U.S. President Donald Trump says comedian Jimmy Kimmel's joke about first lady Melania Trump being an 'expectant window' was a 'call to violence.' Andrew Chang unpacks Kimmel's comments and how he's defending them after the latest alleged assassination attempt on Trump. Images pr

Trump to put his picture in US passports

Donald Trump’s picture will soon appear in some US passports, officials said on Tuesday, shattering another norm as the president aggressively puts his personal stamp on government institutions. The US State Department, following reports by Fox News and The Bulwark, confirmed it

Se confrontan Morena y PAN en Senado por Maru Campos

En sesi�n del Senado, Morena acus� a Gobernadora de Chihuahua de traici�n a la patria por agentes de EU, mientras que Oposici�n la defendi�.

Sam Altman and Elon Musk Sure Dislike Each Other

The trial between the CEOs<em> </em>makes the AI boom seem sordid and small.

FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses

Pressure is mounting for ABC and Disney after an unprecedented move by the FCC, ordering all eight Disney-owned local ABC stations to file early license renewals, years before their expiration. This, as Jimmy Kimmel and ABC remain under fire for his recent comments about the firs

Reform is not racist, Welsh leader says in heated election debate

Wales' big six parties clashed in the TV debate less than two weeks before the Senedd election.

Trial begins for Penticton city councillor accused of sexual offences involving youth

A Penticton city councillor accused of multiple historical sexual offences against youth appeared in a Sarnia, Ont., courtroom Tuesday for the second day of his trial.

'Our collective strength' -- 4 takeaways from King Charles III's address to Congress

King Charles addressed a joint meeting of Congress during his first visit to the United States as the British monarch.

Face serum advert banned over 'five years younger' claim

Eucerin asked 160 people to use the serum for four weeks then say how much younger they thought they looked.

Comey responds to indictment: ‘This is not who we are as a country’

Former FBI Director James Comey issued a Tuesday video response to a new indictment on two charges of making threats to harm President Trump stemming from a social media post in which he arranged seashells that read “86-47.” “Well, they’re back. This time about a picture of seash

Former Nebraska senator battling cancer warns people have 'stopped making babies'

Former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse lamented a global birth rate crisis on "60 Minutes," saying richer societies have largely stopped having sex and making babies.

Pair of Hong Kong luxury homes sells for US$41m as market sizzle increases

A wave of demand from mainland Chinese buyers is restoring liquidity to Hong Kong’s trophy home market, enabling owners who have held onto pricey assets for many years to lock in gains. Among them, mainland property tycoon Zhao Zhijun sold two adjoining units at 8-12 Peak Road fo

Newspaper headlines: 'King's historic Congress address' and 'Starmer sees off rebellion'

The King's historic address to the US Congress features on the front pages of Wednesday's papers.

Oakland can now include San Francisco in its airport's name — as long as it doesn't highlight the 2 words

San Francisco has settled a two-year legal fight with its neighbour across the bay that will allow the city of Oakland to include "San Francisco" in its airport's name — as long as it doesn't highlight the two words in any way.

Acting U.S. ambassador to Ukraine to exit in June, barely a year after her predecessor left

The U.S. ambassador to Ukraine will leave her post this June, after spending barely a year in the role.

Israeli soldier shows Gaza’s Beit Hanoon completely flattened

A video filmed by an Israeli soldier shows widespread destruction in northern Gaza.

Trump’s Ukraine envoy stepping down amid stalled peace talks with Russia

The acting US ambassador ⁠to Kyiv Julie Davis will step down from her post and retire, a US official and the State Department said on Tuesday, amid a lull in US-brokered talks to achieve a ceasefire and end Russia’s invasion ‌of Ukraine. The Financial Times first reported Davis’

Republicans swipe at Democrats applauding King Charles after ‘No Kings’ protests

Multiple Republican lawmakers poked fun at Democratic lawmakers for applauding King Charles III on Tuesday, given their prior support for “No Kings” protests against President Trump. Senator Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) asked on the social platform X, “Why did I just watch every Democra

Ghost in the gallery: George Washington looks on as King Charles addresses Congress

A George Washington impersonator attended King Charles III‘s address to Congress on Tuesday evening, watching from above in the gallery of the House chamber as the British monarch spoke. As Charles hailed the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom,

WATCH: Rep. Brandon Gill Rattles Abortion Advocate by Asking for Her ‘Favorite Method’

Gill pressed Democrat witness Jessica Waters and visibly rattled her with the gruesome details of abortion procedures during a hearing about the Biden administration's weaponization of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. The post WATCH: Rep. Brandon Gill Rattles

Colbert calls Trump 'authoritarian' but rejects 'partisan' label in exit interview with NY Times

Stephen Colbert speaks out against Trump in a New York Times interview as he prepares to leave "The Late Show" following its cancellation by CBS in 2026.

Democrats urge Trump to keep ban on Chinese cars in US as Xi meeting looms

Over 70 Democrats on Tuesday urged US President Donald Trump to keep Chinese carmakers out of America, warning of “irreversible” consequences, just weeks ahead of his high-stakes trip to Beijing to meet with China’s President Xi Jinping. “We must not cede the American auto indust

Elon Musk testifies at OpenAI trial

Elon Musk testified in a landmark trial between himself and OpenAI. Musk claims Altman, his onetime associate, had betrayed the altruistic principles the AI company they co-founded was built on.

McConnell lays into Pentagon for sitting on $400M in Ukraine aid

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.), who now chairs the powerful Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, is taking the Pentagon to task for sitting on $400 million in military aid to Ukraine authorized by Congress. And he is putting the spotlight on Elbridge

Popular tourist hot spot moves to strip beaches of sunbeds and umbrellas in tough new ban

Greece is cracking down on beach restrictions, banning sunbed rentals and commercial activity to preserve coastal areas. The new list is at 250 protected beaches.

White House makes ‘two Kings’ post with photo of Trump, King Charles

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Federal government plans to ban crypto ATMs to stop scammers from defrauding Canadians

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King Charles Stresses Significance of U.S.-U.K. Ties

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Ex-FBI chief Comey charged with threatening to kill Trump

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Frances Widdowson, an academic known for her controversial views on Canada's residential school system, was arrested for trespassing at the University of Lethbridge over the weekend.

King gets ovation for speech hailing importance of UK and US partnership

He tells US Congress his address comes "in times of great uncertainty" and says the two nations' relationship is "more important" than ever.

Judges OK Release of Arrested Illegal Aliens in New York

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King Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speech

UK sovereign hails national friendship, but delivers pointed messages in speech during four-day US visit.

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Armed group announces siege on Mali capital

JNIM has announced the beginning of a “total siege” on Mali’s capital Bamako.

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US and Nato faced with frustrating ‘marriage crisis’, Belgian defence minister says

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Democrats Pitch ‘New Affordability,’ Looking to Widen Midterm Appeal

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An extended 'honeymoon' not seen since Ralph Klein: poll shows strong support for Alberta's UCP

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Trump’s Face Will Appear on Limited-Edition U.S. Passports, State Dept. Says

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FCC orders early license renewal for ABC stations following Kimmel's first lady joke

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Kennedy Center Works to Make the Case That Repairs Are Urgent

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Trump's attempt to remake the Kennedy Center faces key legal test

A federal judge heard arguments about an attempt by Rep. Joyce Beatty to block the renaming, planned closure and renovation of the Kennedy Center.

WATCH: Disney teams with Make-A-Wish to grant girl’s wish

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Trump hails US-UK bond as he welcomes British royals

US President Donald Trump hailed the "cherished bond" between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Northern Ireland makes arrest linked to suspected New IRA car bombing

The nationalist group has been escalating threats, nearly 30 years after a peace deal largely ended sectarian violence.

Congress cheers King Charles for underlining ‘checks and balances’

US lawmakers gave King Charles III a standing ovation upon mentioning the importance of “checks and balances”.

Former FBI director James Comey indicted again — this time over '86 47' seashell post

Former FBI director James Comey was indicted again on Tuesday, this time in an investigation over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials said constituted a threat against U.S. President Donald Trump.

King Charles emphasizes strength of U.S.-U.K. alliance in address to Congress

King Charles III addressed Congress on his historic trip to the U.S. The king called for the U.S. to help defend Ukraine and stressed the importance of the U.S.-U.K. alliance and NATO. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles and Monica Alba report on the remarks.

U.S. Gas Prices Hit Highest Level Since Beginning of War in Iran

The jump on Tuesday of 1.6 percent was the highest percentage increase in more than a month.

Treasury Issues More Sanctions on Iranian Oil Exports

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King Charles calls for the U.S. to help defend Ukraine

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Trump scolds Germany’s Merz for criticism of Iran war

US president says German chancellor 'doesn't know what he's talking about', defends war on Iran as necessary.

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King Charles III Hails 'Eternal' Alliance Between Britain and America in Historic Address to Congress

In a rare address to the Houses of Congress to mark the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, King Charles III reaffirmed the special relationship between Britain and America, grounded in shared values, history, and kinship. The post King Charles III Hails ‘Eter

US regulator to review Disney broadcast licences after Jimmy Kimmel joke about Melania Trump

The move comes as the White House pressures Disney-owned ABC to fire Kimmel after he called Melania an "expectant widow".

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Special forces soldier who won $400,000 betting on Maduro's capture pleads not guilty

The soldier charged with allegedly using classified information to make more than $400,000 by betting on the capture of Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty Tuesday.

After 60 days of war in Iran, does US Congress want a say?

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Elon gets his day in trial against Sam Altman and OpenAI

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Video captured massive explosions in southern Lebanon in what the Israeli military called strikes on a Hezbollah tunnel.

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Grand jury indicts former FBI director James Comey for a second time

The case revolves around a photo the former FBI director posted online last year of seashells on a beach arranged to say "8647."

Justice Department indicts Comey over seashell photo

Justice Department indicts Comey over seashell photo

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Greek pensioner, 89, arrested following shooting rampage

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Elon Musk testifies against OpenAI, seeking Sam Altman's ouster

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Report: Justice Department Indicts Former FBI Director James Comey for Second Time

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Ex-FBI director James Comey indicted again, this time over anti-Trump post

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US soldier pleads not guilty to charges of betting on Nicolás Maduro’s ouster

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Caitlin Clark to write children's book about her life

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Trump admin revives COVID origins debate with indictment

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Alleged gunman at correspondents’ dinner led Christian group in college

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Trump Tests the Limits of His Most Faithful Supporters

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King Charles hails US-UK unity in speech to Congress amid Iran tensions

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NBC News' Julie Tsirkin dives into the flood of misinformation, conspiracy theories and false claims about the shooting at Saturday night’s White House Correspondents' Association dinner — and the rate at which they've spread online.

Israel ‘weaponizing’ water in Gaza – medical charity

Doctors Without Borders has accused Israel of restricting water supply in Gaza as a “collective punishment” against Palestinians Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump marks U.S. independence in U.K. welcome speech

While welcoming King Charles to the White House, President Trump said it might seem "ironic" that the U.S. is honoring the British king as the country marks the 250th anniversary of American independence. "But in fact, no tribute could be more appropriate," he said.

Calling Trump a Tyrant Is Not a Call to Violence

Conservatives want to police how we talk about Trump—while excusing how the president talks about everyone else.

Hong Kong star vows to be ‘companion, not mentor’ to protesters arrested in 2019

Hong Kong singer Hins Cheung has pledged to be a companion rather than a mentor to youngsters arrested during the 2019 anti-government protests during an event organised as part of a youth rehabilitation programme. The sharing session, themed “New Opportunity, New Journey”, was h

Fears of resurgence in Somali piracy after three vessels hijacked in a week

<p>Pirates appear to be taking advantage of international naval strength being diverted to Middle East</p><p>Three vessels have been hijacked off the coast of Somalia in the past week, raising fears of a resurgence in piracy around the Horn of Africa, and adding to the woes of th

Mexico Rocks Terrorist Group with Capture of Two Key Jalisco Cartel Leaders

Two high-level military operations carried out by Mexico’s Navy delivered a powerful blow to the most feared terrorist group in Mexico, Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG). The arrests of two of its top leaders come just weeks after Mexico’s military forces, working with U.S. in

Lee Friedlander’s America

The photographer spent decades meandering across the country with his camera. What was he looking for?

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at White House

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the White House for a formal welcome ceremony as they continue their historic visit to Washington, D.C.

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.

Adopting Trump’s Voice, Justice Dept. Asks Judge to Let Ballroom Proceed

The court filing links the security breach at the White House correspondents’ dinner to the lawsuit over President Trump’s ballroom project.

Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles III

Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles III

Fetterman on White House Ballroom Opposition: 'It's the TDS'

Monday on FNC's "Hannity," Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) weighed in on his party's opposition to the White House ballroom with construction underway but facing a potential pause because of a federal court order. The post Fetterman on White House Ballroom Opposition: ‘It’s the TDS’ a

Pentagon admits ‘no defense’ against Russian and Chinese hypersonic weapons

Pentagon officials behind the Golden Dome project have warned that the US lacks defenses against advanced Chinese and Russian missiles Read Full Article at RT.com

The Avant-Garde Path to God

A new book explores how contemporary art can offer glimpses of the divine.

WATCH: Yankees Fan Beaten by Rangers Fans, Girlfriend Thrown Down Steps

Two Yankees fans, a boyfriend and girlfriend, paid a steep price for taunting Rangers fans on Monday night. The post WATCH: Yankees Fan Beaten by Rangers Fans, Girlfriend Thrown Down Steps appeared first on Breitbart .

South Korean court extends prison sentence for wife of ousted president

In January, Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months for accepting gifts from the Unification Church, which sought political favors.

Consumer Confidence Defies Expectations, Rises in April as Labor Market Outlook Brightens

Consumer confidence rose in April to the best level of the year, as consumers took a more optimistic view of the jobs market and their income prospects. The post Consumer Confidence Defies Expectations, Rises in April as Labor Market Outlook Brightens appeared first on Breitbart

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of war crimes over new strikes

Pakistan has shelled Afghanistan’s border region of Kunar, killing at least seven and wounding over 70, according to local authorities Read Full Article at RT.com

Mike Johnson's "hell week" collides with GOP infighting

<p>House Speaker Mike Johnson's <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/24/mike-johnson-republicans-fisa-farm-bill-dhs" target="_blank">"hell week"</a> is already veering off course, with GOP infighting derailing his packed agenda.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>Another GO

WATCH: Students take control of bus after driver has medical episode

Hero middle school students took control of their school bus after the driver had a medical emergency; it was caught on camera.

Evacuees from flooded remote Indigenous areas in NT housed in compound likened to ‘a prison camp’

<p><strong>Exclusive: </strong>Residents must sign in and out at a security gate, and vehicles and bags are routinely searched</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/apr/29/australia-news-live-aukus-king-charles-one-nation-budget-cost-of-livin

Brittany Higgins criticises federal inaction as Victoria moves to protect victim-survivors’ counselling records

<p><strong>Exclusive: </strong>State government commits to strengthening laws as Higgins labels Albanese government’s response to women’s safety issues ‘disheartening’</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/apr/29/australia-news-live-aukus-kin

Guardian Essential poll: more Australians approve of Hanson’s party leadership than Albanese or Taylor’s

<p>One Nation outperforms the Coalition for the first time, while the rightwing populist party’s leader has a positive rating among all age groups</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/apr/29/australia-news-live-aukus-king-charles-one-nation-

WATCH — Minneapolis: FBI Raids Childcare Facilities Linked to Somali Fraud

More than 20 locations in Minneapolis were raided Tuesday as federal authorities crack down on alleged fraud linked to Somali-owned businesses in the Democrat-run state. The post WATCH — Minneapolis: FBI Raids Childcare Facilities Linked to Somali Fraud appeared first on Breitbar

Israeli violence against Palestinians echoes Holocaust – ex-Mossad chief

Violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank echoes attacks on Jews during the Holocaust, a former Mossad chief says Read Full Article at RT.com

Natural disasters can cause another crisis for those recovering from opioid addiction

People recovering from opioid addiction risk relapse when they can't get their medications after natural disasters. A group of doctors is calling for lawmakers to ease access to the meds.

Nostalgia wasn't enough: What went wrong at Claire's

Experts says Claire's suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.

Jimmy Kimmel Lectures Melania Trump, Repeats 'Expectant Widow' Joke He Says was About 'Age Difference'

ABC's late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, on Monday, repeated the joke he made last week saying First Lady Melania Trump looks like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel was defiant, defending himself after Mrs. Trump and President Donald Trump called on Disney to fire him following the assassi

WATCH: Grown Man Wrestles Baseball Away from Young Girl

Home runs that fall into the stands give fans a chance to get the spotlight. However, in the case of a certain fan in Cleveland, that proved not to be a good thing. The post WATCH: Grown Man Wrestles Baseball Away from Young Girl appeared first on Breitbart .

Extraordinary Trump-style DOJ filing asks to lift ballroom injunction

Officials from the Justice Department described in a court filing a judge's injunction blocking construction of a new White House ballroom as 'intolerable."

UAE leaves OPEC to pursue "accelerated" production

<p>The United Arab Emirates said Tuesday it's exiting OPEC after more than 50 years — a blow to the powerful alliance of big oil producers.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>The UAE is the group's third-largest producer, and the departure will make it tougher for OPEC to con

Trump claims Iran told U.S. it wants Strait of Hormuz open ASAP

<p>President Trump claimed Tuesday that Iran told the U.S. it is "in a state of collapse" and wants to open the Strait of Hormuz "as soon as possible." </p><p><strong>The big picture:</strong> It's unclear what Trump is basing his comments on. Iran hasn't confirmed it is willing

Northern Beaches hospital handed to NSW government, ending troubled public-private partnership

<p>Transition and legal handover of hospital from private operator Healthscope to NSW Health occurs at 7am on Wednesday</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/apr/29/australia-news-live-aukus-king-charles-one-nation-budget-cost-of-living-infla

The Assassination Doomscroll

Cole Allen seemed to be aiming to be a smirk in your social media feed.

‘Watershed moment’ as UK healthy life expectancy plunges – study

The UK’s healthy life expectancy has fallen nearly two years in a decade, now ranking 20th out of 21 rich nations ahead of only the US Read Full Article at RT.com

‘Dances With Wolves’ Actor Nathan Chasing Horse Sentenced to Life in Prison for Sexual Assault

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A Nevada judge sentenced “Dances With Wolves” actor Nathan Chasing Horse on Monday to life in prison for sexually assaulting Indigenous women and girls. The post ‘Dances With Wolves’ Actor Nathan Chasing Horse Sentenced to Life in Prison for Sexual Assault appear

Iranian delegation member lifts lid on talks with US (VIDEO)

The US delegation lacked decision-making power in talks with Iran, a member of Tehran’s negotiating team has told RT’s Sanchez Effect Read Full Article at RT.com

Anthropic’s Little Brother

OpenAI is racing to catch up to its greatest rival.

Bangladesh’s Russian-backed nuclear power project enters final stage

Nuclear fuel loading into the reactor of Bangladesh’s $12.8 billion Rooppur nuclear power plant backed by Russia has begun Read Full Article at RT.com

The Lost Idealism of Heartland Rock

The genre of Bob Seger and John Mellencamp reached across the ideological spectrum in a way that seems unimaginable today.

Wired for War: Why is the EU ignoring the Israeli cyber threat?

From Black Cube stings to Pegasus spyware, there’s an Israeli threat to Europe that the EU refuses to even acknowledge Read Full Article at RT.com

Iran may have oil options to drag things out

<p>Iran has more cards to play to avoid the U.S. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/13/the-logic-behind-the-us-blockade" target="_blank">blockade</a> halting its oil output — at least for now, analysts say.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Oil is Iran's economic lifeblo

Apoyan negocios locales con gu�as tur�sticas rumbo a Mundial

La Canacope y Airbnb lanzan gu�as tur�sticas para llevar la derrama del Mundial 2026 a peque�os negocios y barrios de la CDMX.

German tabloid publishes nudes of alleged Nord Stream saboteur (PHOTOS)

German tabloid Bild has published nude images of a Ukrainian diver suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage Read Full Article at RT.com

Capturan a sucesor de 'El Mencho'

Audias Flores Silva, 'El Jardinero', capo del CJNG por el que EU ofrec�a recompensa de 5 mdd, fue capturado por la Marina ayer en Nayarit.

Gastan Samuel y Mariana en redes 19 mdp 'propios'

A m�s de un a�o para elecciones, El Gobernador de NL y su esposa gastaron 18.7 mdp, en �ltimos tres meses, por anunciarse en redes sociales.

Cae el Fiscal de Chihuahua

A una semana del operativo en Chihuahua y decir que no recibi� informaci�n sobre agentes de EU, C�sar J�uregui renunci� como Fiscal estatal.

Molly Sinclair McCartney, globe-trotting traveler and Post reporter, dies at 84

Raised in a Texas refinery town, she blazed her own trail through journalism as a woman in the 1960s. She celebrated her 80th birthday by trekking through Utah.

Mexican special forces arrest top commander of cartel and his alleged money launderer

<p>Arrests of Audias Flores and César Alejandro ‘N’ lead to gunmen blocking roads, as US embassy warns employees to avoid Reynosa after earlier arrest</p><p>The Mexican authorities have arrested two top criminals, one of them a close ally of the slain founder of the Jalisco New G

So Nobody Is Going to Pay Taxes Now?

America actually needs a tax base.

Americans Once Understood Birthright Citizenship

Newspaper columnists instructed generations of citizens about the Fourteenth Amendment. Today, the country seems to have forgotten how clear the law is.

A Mediocre Public-School Education for Just $40,000 a Pupil

How New York City’s education budget became an untouchable money pit

The numbers on US political violence

President Donald Trump has now faced so many assassination attempts that some people suspect they aren’t real. The truth is less salacious, more alarming…and more straightforward. (If you wanted to stage a colossal false flag attack, would you do it under the noses of a thousand

A Ticking Time Bomb in Anti-Terrorism Law

Judge Myrna Pérez’s recent opinion in the case of Akayed Ullah is not only muddled but genuinely dangerous.

What America Is Getting Right on Energy

The lesson of the past few decades is that energy is one of those few areas where diversity really is strength.

The Gulf State That Shelters Under Western Defenses While Suing to Disrupt Them

The FCC faces a straightforward choice.

NATO could cut summits over Trump ‘drama’ – Reuters

NATO could reduce the frequency of leaders’ summits partially due to the “drama” associated with US President Donald Trump, Reuters reports Read Full Article at RT.com

WATCH: Woman gardening at 96 with help from dog takes over the internet

Barbara Collins and her granddaughter's dog, Chewbacca, prove to be the perfect team when it comes to digging and planting flowers.

‘A breath of fresh air’: Experts comment on RT’s Social Well-Being Index

Experts say the Index captures what current West-centric metrics often miss: whether a society is stable, safe and built to last Read Full Article at RT.com

Gulf monarchy strips dozens of citizenship over ‘Iran sympathy’

Bahrain has stripped 69 people of citizenship over alleged Iran sympathy following Tehran’s retaliatory strikes on the kingdom Read Full Article at RT.com

Train crash kills 15 in Indonesia (VIDEO)

Two trains have collided on the outskirts of Indonesia’s capital, killing 15 people, all of whom were women Read Full Article at RT.com

Renewable energy just broke a 100-year-old streak

For more than a century, the world has run on coal. When Thomas Edison’s Pearl Street electrical station in Lower Manhattan fired up in 1882, it ran on coal. Coal survived the oil era, the nuclear era, the dash for natural gas, and decades of back-and-forth climate policy. From t

MAHA wellness culture is coming for teens. Grown-ups aren’t ready.

For years, the “Make America Healthy Again” movement was driven by moms. Concerned about the safety of childhood vaccines and about chemicals in the food their kids were eating, they helped propel Donald Trump to the White House — and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the role of the nati

American CEOs are getting older

<div>Data: <a href="https://www.nber.org/papers/w35089" target="_blank">BoardEx via "Aging at the very top," published by NBER</a>; Note: Sample includes 50,510 CEOs in U.S.; Chart: Emily Peck/Axios</div><p>It's not just Congress — the corner office is graying, too, with the aver

The Iran conflict has become the new Cold War

<p>The <a href="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" target="_blank">Iran conflict</a> has entered a Cold War-like phase of financial sanctions, gunboat interdictions and talks about having talks.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> The tense stalemate has no immediate end in sig

OpenAI breaks free of Microsoft's cloud

<p>OpenAI's revised Microsoft pact lets it sell AI models across multiple clouds, enabling a likely expansion with Amazon and broader enterprise distribution.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> The shift ends OpenAI's effective cloud exclusivity, widening its reach to custome

New DHS chief’s call for quieter immigration enforcement alarms MAGA base

Groups like the Mass Deportation Coalition see Markwayne Mullin’s push to restore confidence in DHS after fatal shootings as a potential betrayal of the president’s promise.

More than half of Americans say their finances are getting worse

<div>Data: <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/708905/affordability-dominates-americans-financial-worries.aspx" target="_blank">Gallup</a>; Chart: Emily Peck/Axios</div><p>The share of Americans who say their financial situation is getting worse is higher now than at any point

Melania Trump slams Jimmy Kimmel for ‘widow’ joke (VIDEOS)

US First Lady Melania Trump has called on ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel after he referred to her as an “expectant widow” in a sketch Read Full Article at RT.com

Iran using Hormuz as ‘economic nuclear weapon’ – Rubio

The US will not accept the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz on Iran’s terms and the postponement of nuclear talks, Marco Rubio says Read Full Article at RT.com

Taking power in Mali might be a stretch but insurgents can force hand of weakened regime

<p>Coordinated attack by JNIM and the Tuareg minority inflicted significant casualties on government forces and Russian auxiliaries</p><p>When al-Qaida-affiliated Islamic militants launched a series of attacks on military bases and raids into major towns in Mali and neighbouring

US ‘humiliated’ by Iranian leadership – German chancellor

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the US is being “humiliated” by Iran and lacks a clear strategy in the conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

How the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner chaos unfolded

Secret Service faced challenges evacuating President, Vice President, Cabinet officials and Congressional leaders after gunman rushes D.C. gala.

Humanoid robots to become baggage handlers in Japan airport experiment

<p>Japan Airlines will introduce the robots for trial run at a Tokyo airport amid country’s surge in inbound tourism and worsening labour shortages</p><p>Japan’s famously conscientious but overburdened baggage handlers will soon be joined by extra staff at Tokyo’s Haneda airport

Train collision in Indonesia kills 14 as rescuers work to reach survivors

<p>Efforts continue to free two trapped passengers in wreckage after long-distance train collides with commuter train outside Jakarta, injuring 81</p><p>The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train op

Axios Finish Line: Prompt like a pro

<p><em>I'm going to offer four specific ways for you to get more out of AI this week: better prompting (tonight), improving AI memory (Tuesday), starting a business using AI (Wednesday) and running a business using AI (Thursday).</em></p><p>You've tried ChatGPT or Claude. The res

UK officials fear ‘Zelensky-style clash’ between Trump and King Charles – Guardian

UK officials are reportedly concerned that US President Donald Trump’s meeting with King Charles could end in a “Zelensky-style clash” Read Full Article at RT.com

WATCH: New Mexico diner deemed unsafe by partially collapses

A diner in Albuquerque, New Mexico, partially collapsed, exposing two floors of the building. The city ordered the diner to close two weeks prior after inspectors deemed the structure unsafe.

WATCH: Video shows moment 'slingshot' ride snaps, causing multiple injuries

Passengers, as well as two people on the ground, suffered minor injuries.

Correspondents' Dinner shooting fails to budge Democrats on DHS shutdown

<p>The <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/26/white-house-correspondents-dinner-whcd-shooting" target="_blank">shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner</a> on Saturday has done little to bridge the gap between Democrats and Republicans in Congress on reopening the De

Is It the Shoes?

The marathon’s impossible barrier was broken.

Florida AG probes ChatGPT's role in USF student killings

<p>Florida's top cop said Monday his office will investigate the alleged role of <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/02/chatgpt-openai-mental-health-teens" target="_blank">ChatGPT</a> in the slayings of two University of South Florida students.</p><p><strong>The big picture: <

MAHA’s Perfect Villain

Glyphosate highlights the movement’s horseshoe politics and has nothing to do with vaccines.

GOP leaders duke it out over DHS funding

<p>House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune are openly clashing over <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/01/republicans-dhs-shutdown-mike-johnson-thune" target="_blank">Homeland Security funding</a>, complicating Republicans' path out of the 72-day shut

Gunmen kill at least 29 at football pitch in north-east Nigeria, governor says

<p>Attack in Adamawa state continues wave of violence across the country, including armed raid on orphanage in Kogi</p><p>Gunmen have killed at least 29 people in north-east Nigeria, a state governor said on Monday, with local people saying the attackers targeted young people gat

What Trump wants out of the Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: Hi, readers. Over the weekend, President Donald Trump was the target of a t

Elon Musk sits out Thomas Massie's primary

<p>Rep. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/12/thomas-massie-mike-johnson-house-margin" target="_blank">Thomas Massie</a> has stopped counting on help from Elon Musk, despite a <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1939823052566708554?s=20" target="_blank">vow of support</a>

The Shooting Is Not a Reason to Speedrun Trump’s Ballroom

The safe outcome on Saturday makes the case for deliberation and care.

"I don't give a damn": Jeffries defends "maximum warfare" remark amid GOP criticism

<p>House Minority Leader <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/16/hakeem-jeffries-speaker-house-democratic-primaries" target="_blank">Hakeem Jeffries</a> (D-N.Y.) on Monday fiercely defended his use of the phrase "maximum warfare" to describe Democrats' redistricting efforts.</p

Number of executions in North Korea rose dramatically during Covid – report

<p>Regime used its isolation after closing borders to escalate killings when global scrutiny disappeared, NGO claims</p><p>North Korea dramatically increased its use of the death penalty after <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jun/02/north-koreas-covid-outbreak-like

Jimmy Kimmel denies 'expectant widow' joke was about assassination of Trump

ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel denied making a joke that hinted at the assassination of Donald Trump, hours after the U.S. president said Kimmel should be fired by the network and its parent company ‌Walt Disney. Trump's wife, Melania Trump, was first to call out Kimmel for a m

Even Hollywood’s Funniest People Have to Compromise

One of comedy’s best leading men returns to cinemas with … an action thriller?

Warren’s Wealth Tax and the Return of Feudalism

The week of April 27, 2026: What’s next with wealth taxes, Spirit Airlines, the Fed, and much more.

What the Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Means for the World Cup, America’s 250th, and Other Major Events

Some level of risk is inevitable in a free society.

WATCH: The king and queen arrive in the US

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are making their first-ever state visit to the U.S., visiting Washington, D.C., New York City and Virginia.

The Supreme Court seems a bit nervous about letting the police track you with your phone

If I’d only listened to the first half of the Supreme Court’s Monday argument in Chatrie v. United States, a case asking when police can use cellphone data to determine who was present near the site of a crime, I would be convinced that the Court is about to drastically limit Ame

WATCH: What to know about adult-onset allergies

ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton explains why symptoms like spring sneezing or new food reactions can develop later in life and what to watch for.

We Should Not Kick Catholic Priests out of the U.S.

Congress should build upon Trump administration reforms to help American Catholics.

WATCH: Disney Week of Wishes grants dreams to families

A 16-year-old sees his wish of becoming a Disney animator come true thanks to a 46-year- partnership between Make-A-Wish and Disney.

Has Lena Dunham changed? Have we?

Lena Dunham, the subject of a thousand 2010s think pieces about whether or not she is problematic, has re-emerged from behind the curtain with her new memoir, Famesick. But this time around, the think pieces look different. Some of them are mea culpas addressed to Dunham. “We owe

What We Learn About Trump in His Rare Moments of Self-Reflection

For a brief moment this weekend, the president appeared introspective.

Mexico warns US involvement in anti-drug operation should not be repeated

<p>Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico was not aware of US participation until four officials were killed in car crash</p><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/claudia-sheinbaum">Claudia Sheinbaum</a>, Mexico’s president, said on Monday that her government told the United State

WATCH: White House press secretary addresses WCHD shooting

Karoline Leavitt addressed reporters at Monday's White House press briefing, recounting the events of the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.

German tourist dies after being bitten at snake show on family holiday in Egypt

<p>Man, 57, was watching snake-charming show when reptile crawled into his trousers, say German police</p><p>A German tourist has died after a snake crawled into his trousers and bit him as he watched a show in <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/egypt">Egypt</a> on a fami

Bomb blast on Colombia highway leaves 21 dead amid pre-election violence

<p>Cocaine-trafficking rebels blamed for worst attack on civilians in decades, which also left 56 people injured</p><p>The death toll in a Colombian highway bombing blamed on cocaine-trafficking rebels has risen to 21, the government said on Monday, in the country’s worst attack

Winners of the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2026

A collection of some of this year’s winning and honored photographs. Nearly 9,000 entries were submitted to organizers by member photographers from 15 countries.

The great 2028 Olympic ticket crashout, explained

Buying tickets to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is kind of like having a megawealthy friend talk to you about the hobbies that they enjoy. Do you fence? Do you like cricket? Badminton’s fun, right? Like a diabolically rich friend, the Olympics are also, at the same time, a test o

Democrats’ latest critique of Walmart is wrong — and dangerous

For years, many Democrats have lamented the fact that some workers at highly profitable corporations — from Amazon to Walmart to McDonald’s — receive Medicaid benefits. Their reasoning isn’t hard to understand: To be eligible for safety net programs, one must have a low household

Don’t Block Progress on Pancreatic Cancer

Drug developers are finding new ways to fight an unforgiving disease, including with mRNA technology.

King Charles Can Save the Falkland Islands

Trump needs persuading.

Stopping a Washington Shortcut

How federal agencies weaponize guidance documents to coerce states — and how some are fighting back.

Kate O’Beirne, C. S. Lewis, and God’s Mercy

Grief is ever-present, even nine years later.

The ABA Is a Joke. So Why Is It Still Accrediting Law Schools?

Restoring law school neutrality requires ending the ABA’s accreditation monopoly.

The surprising reason why pedestrian deaths are down in the US

There are many ways you could measure the health of a city — its air quality index, its population growth, the number of jobs it added last year. My favorite is one not often high on the priority lists of city governments in the US: How safe is it to walk? The US has the […]

HSBC ‘reviewing’ private school perk for bankers in Hong Kong

<p>Hundreds of senior staff in territory benefit from nearly £30,000-a-year grant per child not available to staff in group’s other hubs</p><p>HSBC is reportedly reviewing a perk that covers school fees for bankers in Hong Kong as part of a big overhaul of the bank under its chie

Record bear sightings in Japan cause alarm as hibernation ends

<p>Woman’s body found in Iwate prefecture last week, soon after a police officer was injured in bear attack nearby</p><p>Rested but famished bears emerging from hibernation <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/japan">in Japan</a> are already coming into contact with humans,

US strike kills three on alleged narco boat as campaign death toll hits 185

<p>Military video shows boat moving swiftly in water before explosion leaves it in flames</p><p>The US military said on Sunday three men were killed when it struck a boat it claimed was “engaged in narco-trafficking operations” in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.</p><p>This latest stri

The Political Violence Epidemic Plagues Correspondents’ Dinner

This is the third major attempt on President Trump’s life.

Newsom’s $19 Million Ad Campaign Can’t Polish California’s Image

No, right-wing conspiracy theories are not to blame.

Read This, Not That, Moms & Grads Edition

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Model Immigrants No More: Sweden’s Elder Care Nightmare

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It’s High Time We Judged the Smell of Weed

Today’s putrid-smelling marijuana shouldn’t be an ever-present part of life.

The Media’s Herculean Effort to Obscure the Details of the SPLC Indictment

Skepticism about the case shouldn’t prevent newsrooms from simply reporting the news.

The SPLC Was Always Awful

No matter how the DOJ’s case against the organization turns out, it deserves to be shunned and marginalized.

The Pardon Power: Don’t Mend It, End It

It is an anachronism.

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He's one reason why it's taking so long for the Gordie Howe bridge to open

Liberals, Conservatives haggle over a deficit that is both smaller and larger

King Charles calls for unity 'in times of great uncertainty' in speech to U.S. Congress

Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot

Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.

Leading China Property Developer Reports Huge loss, in Sign of Widening Real-Estate Woes

Troubles at Vanke raise questions about the continued spread of the property crisis and whether the Chinese state will step in.

Freed Israeli Hostages Still Had Shrapnel in Their Bodies From Oct. 7 Attack

Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.

Suspected Sabotage of Deep-Sea Cable Triggers First NATO-Led Response

The alliance mounted its first coordinated response to a suspected sabotage campaign against critical infrastructure after another cable was severed in the Baltic Sea.

Rwanda-Backed Rebels Enter Congo's Safe-Haven City

Residents of Goma reported gunfire and shelling after rebels overran Congolese troops. U.N. officials estimated that more than one million displaced people were now inside the city.

Cocaine-Funded Gangs Shake Colombia Years After Peace Pact

Attacks by powerful militias against civilians reflect the state’s inaction eight years after a peace accord removed a powerful rebel group from the field.

Italy Supports Saudi Arabia Joining Fighter-Jet Program, PM Meloni Says

The U.K., Italy and Japan have already partnered on the Global Combat Air Programme, which aims to put a new stealth fighter with supersonic capability in the skies by 2035.

Kim Jong Un Is Doing Everything He Can to Keep North Korea's Youth in Line

The dictator, eager to shut out the influence of Hollywood and K-pop, has been exalting a “shock brigade” of 300,000 teens and 20-somethings drafted into flood reconstruction.

Shippers Wary of Red Sea Routes Despite Houthi Pledge to End Targeting

The world’s top three container operators said they fear instability in Gaza and broader regional tensions mean continued danger.

Trump Says Colombia Will Accept Deportees, Ending Tariff Standoff

The president has made immigration an early priority to start second term, with ICE making more than 900 arrests Sunday.

Jeju Air Crash Probe Focuses On Engine Damage After Bird Strike

Pilots’ actions after that strike are an early focus of the investigation, according to people familiar with the probe.

Germany's Economic Model Is Broken, and No One Has a Plan B

The country is focused on exports, but China is slowing imports and U.S. tariff threats are growing. Politicians are offering few alternatives.

Trump Says He Wants to 'Clean Out' Gaza, Send Refugees to Egypt and Jordan

The president, calling the heavily bombed enclave “a demolition site,” proposed relocating Palestinians temporarily or long-term, a move rejected by Arab countries since the war began.

Hamas Releases Four Female Israeli Soldiers Under Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

The hostages are the second set to be released since the multiphase agreement came into effect, raising hopes for a lasting end to the war.

Hamas Took More Than 200 Hostages From Israel. Here's What We Know.

Israel says 91 hostages abducted on Oct. 7 remain in captivity, including the bodies of at least 34.

U.N. and Congolese Troops Struggle to Halt Lightning Rebel Attack

Aid workers estimate as many as 300,000 people are fleeing advances by the Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group, which has taken two strategic towns on the approaches to Goma over the past several days.

Who Are the Israeli Hostages Released by Hamas?

Israelis held their breath as four soldiers, all women, were released from the Gaza Strip, the second group to be freed as part of a fragile cease-fire agreement with Hamas.

The Latest Gaza Hostages Freed: Women Whose Hamas Warnings Were Ignored

The swap for four soldiers stationed on the border of the Gaza Strip at Nahal Oz follows 15 months of captivity and a campaign by their families.

Beijing Signals Readiness to Talk to Trump's Team, Even Old Foes

The Chinese foreign minister spoke by phone with Marco Rubio, the new secretary of state who has been a critic of Beijing.

Canada Is Becoming a Fentanyl Exporter, and a Target for Trump

The drug is increasingly manufactured in and trafficked from the U.S.’s northern neighbor, though the numbers remain small compared with Mexico.