Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Thursday
Workers inspecting the damage from a strike by Iran on Petah Tikva, Israel, on Thursday.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-04-02
Iran war could make beer and bottled water pricier for Indians
Makers of plastic and glass bottles are struggling to access raw materials as the war squeezes supplies.
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Arlo Parks: 'I got out of my head and into my body'
The singer-songwriter found herself on the dancefloor. On a new album, she asks us to join her.
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US court orders resentencing for Colorado clerk involved in election scheme
Former clerk Tina Peters has become a cause celebre for the election denial movement and President Donald Trump.
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Amazon hits sellers with ‘fuel surcharge’ as Iran war roils global energy markets
The e-commerce giant called the surcharge "temporary" but couldn't give a date for when the policy would be retired.
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Clinical Price wins in Manchester after Littler-Van Veen spat
Gerwyn Price put in a world-class display to secure a 6-2 victory over Gian van Veen to win Night Nine of the Premier League Darts at the AO Arena in Manchester.
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Higgins fights back to beat Selby and reach semi-finals
John Higgins produces a superb display to fight back from 8-5 down to beat Mark Selby 10-8 as he moves into the semi-finals of the Tour Championship in Manchester.
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Myanmar's coup leader who set off a brutal civil war is set to become president
General Min Aung is set to be chosen as the next president by the newly-elected parliament.
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'Littler was out of order' - Van Veen seething after fiery clash in Manchester
Gian van Veen has said Luke Littler was "was out of order" after defeating the world No 1 in a fiery Premier League Darts quarter-final encounter in Manchester on Thursday.
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Iranians mark a nature festival in the shadow of war.
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What to know about Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
The former prosecutor has a long-standing relationship with President Trump, having represented him in the criminal hush-money case.
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Federal judge throws out most of Blake Lively’s claims against Justin Baldoni
Judge Lewis Liman dismissed 10 of Lively’s 13 claims against Baldoni, including claim of sexual harassmentSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA federal judg...
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Biruté Galdikas, 79, Who Worked to Save Wild Orangutans in Borneo, Dies
Biruté Galdikas at her research camp in Borneo. She established it in 1971 in a remote rainforest without transportation and communication services but with plenty of leeches, malarial mosquitoes,...
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Unbridled Bosnian joy marks World Cup qualification win over Italy
Bosnia and Herzegovina's dramatic win over Italy sparks wild celebrations from Zenica to Sarajevo and evokes memories.
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Pope Leo condemns ‘brutality’ of world in first Easter services
Pope Leo washed the feet of 12 priests in a ritual, using the moment to urge Catholics to stand with the oppressed.
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9-year-old boy recounts airstrike in Lebanon that killed whole family
Karim Al-Haj Hussein survived an Israeli strike on his home in Lebanon’s Baalbek that killed his family members.
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The Race for the Future of the Moon
The Artemis II mission isn’t just about science and exploration. It’s part of a high-stakes space race between the U.S. and China.
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Oil shock triggers global price spikes as Iran war drags on
Fuel shocks from the US-Israel war on Iran are rippling worldwide, as Strait of Hormuz disruptions push prices higher.
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‘Uncanny Valley’: Iran’s Threats on US Tech, Trump’s Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket’s Pop-up Flop
In this episode, we discuss Iran’s threats to target US tech firms, gear up for the midterm elections, and get a scene report from the Polymarket pop-up bar in DC.
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Barcelona outclass Real Madrid to set up WCL semi-final against Bayern
Barcelona progressed to their eighth consecutive Women's Champions League semi-final after thrashing Spanish counterparts Real Madrid 6-0 at a refurbished Spotify Camp Nou, winning the tie by an as...
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Championship predictions: Middlesbrough to take step closer to Premier League
Our football betting expert and top tipster Jones Knows offers up his insight on every Sky Bet Championship match on Good Friday and shares his best bets.
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Arab Countries Want the U.N. to Authorize Force to Open the Strait of Hormuz. The Idea Hit Roadblocks.
Cargo ships sailing through the Persian Gulf and toward the Strait of Hormuz last month. Traffic through the Strait has slowed drastically since the start of the war.
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Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right to Repair Law
A bill in Colorado is a glimpse into the future of how corporations are working to limit the freedom people have to make their own fixes and upgrades.
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Mickelson to miss Masters and take 'extended' break from golf
Three-time champion Phil Mickelson will miss this year's Masters and step away from golf "for an extended period of time" because of a family health matter, the American says.
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As war drags on, US reiterates Trump open to diplomacy with Iran
US State Department accuses Iran of attacking civilian sites as Trump shares footage of destruction of Iranian bridge.
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Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda
Advocates in Uganda described the deportation as an act of 'transnational repression' and pledged to fight the process.
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State Department claims Iran ‘continually’ pursuing nuclear weapon
A State Department spokesman claimed the US launched its war on Iran because Tehran was pursuing a nuclear weapon.
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Planning commission approves Trump’s White House ballroom plans
Legal fight over Trump's enormous construction project will continue despite panel's approval.
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What might end Israel’s war on Iran?
Attacks by Israel and the United States continue relentlessly while Iran hits back.
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Yamal slams anti-Muslim fan chants as Spain’s World Cup final hopes tainted
Lamine Yamal condemns xenophobic fans at Egypt friendly at a time when Spain is trying to secure 2030 World Cup final.
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Iranians celebrate New Year in parks despite ongoing attacks
Iranians gathered in parks across Tehran to mark the end of the Persian New Year.
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Trump administration announces new tariffs on pharmaceuticals
White House also rolls back levies on some metals in an attempt to simplify duties
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OpenAI acquires TBPN, the buzzy founder-led business talk show
TBPN, Silicon Valley's cult-favorite tech podcast, will operate independently, even as it's overseen by chief political operative, Chris Lehane.
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Flipboard’s new ‘social websites’ help publishers and creators tap into the open social web
Flipboard's social websites consolidate profiles and posts from Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, YouTube, podcasts, blogs and RSS feeds into a single, shared destination.
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New microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier
Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste. By combining regular frying with microwave heating, they reduce the amount of oil absorbed during cook...
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Chisora arrives to Wilder event in tank with Farage
Derek Chisora arrives at Deontay Wilder news conference at London's York Hall in an army tank alongside politician Nigel Farage.
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SpaceX IPO is Musk’s biggest financial moonshot
Tech showman seeks to tap the Fomo factor with a market sales pitch for the ages
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ElevenLabs releases a new AI-powered music generation app
ElevenMusic lets users create and remix songs using text prompts
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Rangers' ninth inning 'Rally Sombrero' leads 2026 new ballpark foods
Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items.
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'Let her play': Chiefs launch petition for high school girls' flag football in Kansas
The Kansas State High School Activities Association will have a vote on April 23 to determine if girls' high school flag football will be sanctioned.
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Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?
Higher crude prices due to the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have helped Russia earn more from energy exports.
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Betting odds for the Masters, future golf majors: Scheffler, McIlroy favored
Odds for next four golf majors: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open and Open Championship.
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Children’s hospital in Tehran keeps hopes and smiles alive during war
Staff at the Children’s Medical Center organise activities to offer a joyful experience to children in hospital.
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Videos capture projectile falling in central Israel after Iran strike
Videos show the moment a projectile strikes central Israel, with a loud explosion heard on impact.
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Time to roll the dice! Alcaraz, Sinner, Norrie headline the Monte-Carlo Masters
Tennis returns to the clay for the first of three ATP Masters 1000 events of the clay-court season with world No 1 Carlos Alcaraz, red-hot Jannik Sinner and British No 1 Cameron Norrie all in actio...
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Your Art Can Go in This San Francisco Alley
A trio of tech pranksters have launched a website where you can submit artwork and vote on which pieces belong in the final design. Of course, AI will scan for dick pics.
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A New Google-Funded Data Center Will Be Powered by a Massive Gas Plant
Documents show that one of Google’s new data centers would be powered by a natural gas plant that emits millions of tons of emissions each year—an increasingly common trend in the industry.
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NASA astronauts prove that sending an email really is rocket science
NASA Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman faced the most earthly possible conflict while in outer space: his Outlook wasn't working.
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Liamine Zeroual, Algerian President During Bloody Civil War, Dies at 84
Liamine Zeroual campaigning for the Algerian presidency in 1995. Once in office, he appeared unable or unwilling to stop the spiraling violence pitting Islamist insurgents against government forces.
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How Trump Boxed Himself In on Iran
President Trump faces the possibility that at the end of his own two-to-three week window for wrapping up the war in Iran, nothing much will have changed.
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President Trump ousts Attorney General Pam Bondi
Attorney General Pam Bondi is out from the top job at the Justice Department. President Trump announced the shakeup in a social media post.
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Price and Pineiro set for world title showdown in Cardiff
Lauren Price and Stephanie Pineiro will face off for the WBC, WBA and IBF welterweight world titles.
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Trump's belated case for war
More than 30 days into the US engagement in Iran, President Trump gave a national primetime address making the case for the war. He said the U.S. would complete all it's objective "very shortly."
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Pastor’s White House prayer claims Iranians seek death of all Jews
Evangelical pastor Franklin Graham claimed Iranians seek to kill Jews worldwide and said Trump was chosen by God.
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McCullum & Key call county coaches amid unrest
England coach Brendon McCullum holds a call with his counterparts and directors from county cricket amid unrest between the domestic and international game.
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Law experts express concerns over ‘violations of international law’ in the war.
The aftermath of an airstrike in Tehran, the Iranian capital, on Monday.
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Stokes urges players to push England case in County Championship
England Test captain Ben Stokes has urged players to push their case for an International call-up in the County Championship, calling it a "great opportunity".
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Starmer must call energy summit akin to 2008 crisis response, Labour MP says
Former government adviser Polly Billington urges bigger steps to shield people in UK from effects of Iran warMiddle East crisis – live updatesKeir Starmer should convene a global energy summit of t...
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US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding
The House has failed to hold a vote on the Senate bill, while Trump says he will sign order to pay 'all' DHS employees.
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De Zerbi apologises to fans for Greenwood comments
New Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi apologises to fans over comments he made about Mason Greenwood.
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War With Iran Clarifies Trump’s Spending Priorities: The Military, Not Child Care
A building in Tehran damaged by airstrikes. This week, President Trump said: “It’s not possible for us to take care of day care, Medicaid, Medicare, all of these individual things, they can do it o...
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Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party’s policy drive in shade
Sacking of Simon Dudley is latest distraction at a time when party is keen to show it is serious contender for governmentIt was a week that started with a candid admission from Nigel Farage when as...
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The Guardian view on Sheffield and snooker: hope for an overlooked northern giant | Editorial
Keeping the world championship in the UK is good news for a city and region which have punched under their weightSheffield was still an industrial powerhouse when George Orwell suggested that it “c...
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De Zerbi apologises to 'those I offended' with Greenwood comments
New Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has issued an apology to "those who I offended" regarding comments made about Mason Greenwood during his time in charge of Marseille.
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Watch: Trump's shifting deadlines for ending Iran war
The BBC's chief international correspondent analyses the US President's latest White House address.
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The Championship run-in: 24 key questions for 24 clubs
BBC Sport breaks down the main storylines and talking points as the Championship enters the final section of the 2025-26 season.
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Iran's two largest steel plants shut down due to strikes, companies say
The strikes, which Iran says were first launched by Israel in co-ordination with the US last week, could cause major damage to the Iranian economy.
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Wilder gunning for Usyk: 'It can and will happen'
Deontay Wilder believes he’s one victory away from challenging unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk.
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Cursor Launches a New AI Agent Experience to Take on Claude Code and Codex
As Cursor launches the next generation of its product, the AI coding startup has to compete with OpenAI and Anthropic more directly than ever.
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The case for Trump’s tariffs looks strong a year on from ‘liberation day’
Economists’ lurid forecasts of disaster have not been realised
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World Cup 2026: Iran and Infantino talks progressing as war darkens US trip
Iranian football officials hold first face-to-face meeting with FIFA's president since start of US-Israel war on Iran.
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US-Israeli strike hits newly opened B1 bridge near Tehran, killing two
A US-Israeli strike targeted the B1 bridge in Karaj, west of Tehran, killing at least two people.
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Artemis II Astronauts Launch to Moon
NASA’s Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft lift off in this April 1, 2026, image. NASA’s Artemis II mission will take NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, an...
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Microsoft takes on AI rivals with three new foundational models
MAI released models that can transcribe voice into text as well as generate audio and images after the group's formation six months ago.
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Streeting hits out at BMA ‘delusion’ as talks to avert resident doctors’ strike fail
Six-day stoppage in England next week to go ahead and minister confirms offer of extra training places withdrawnThe NHS is bracing for the longest strike yet by resident doctors after last-ditch ta...
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William F. Murphy, Led Diocese and Weathered Abuse Scandal, Dies at 85
Bishop William F. Murphy delivered a sermon on St. Patrick’s Day in 2021 at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan. He led more than 1.5 million Catholics on Long Island as the clergy scandals reache...
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Video: Protests in Gaza against Israel’s Palestinian death penalty law
Palestinians in Gaza joined protests against the Israeli govt approval of a death penalty law on Palestinian prisoners.
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World Cup 2026: Italy’s football chief resigns after qualifying failure
Italian men's football has struggled recently, in contrast with other Italian teams.
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'I haven't slept for days': Iranians describe mounting desperation after a month of war
Ordinary people from various parts of Iran describe expanding strikes, economic pain and fear of repression.
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Phil to miss Masters over personal health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."
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300-1 winner at Kelso equals UK longest odds record
Crokes Cross wins at 300-1 at Kelso, equalling the UK racing record for longest-price.
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Storm Dave Cometh. But Why Is It Called That?
Storm Bram brought heavy rain and high winds in Carnlough, Northern Ireland, in December 2025. Storm Dave is headed to the United Kingdom this weekend.
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Price beats Van Veen for Premier League win in Manchester
Gerwyn Price put in a world-class display to secure a 6-2 victory over Gian van Veen to win Night Nine of the Premier League Darts at the AO Arena in Manchester.
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US reinforcements are coming to the Gulf – but what does victory look like?
Al Jazeera's defence editor looks at how the US-Israeli attack on Iran has become a regional war
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Lake injury a blow for Ospreys and worry for Wales
Hooker Dewi Lake is a doubt for Wales' Nations Championship campaign in July and will not play again for Ospreys before his move to Gloucester for the 2026-27 season.
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Iran releases mocking missile launch video after Trump threats
Iranian state media released footage showing the launch of missiles plastered with messages mocking Donald Trump.
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Hollie Doyle's exclusive blog: Newcastle hopes pinned on French recruit on Finals Day
Speaking to Simon Mapletoft, Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle looks ahead to her chances on All-Weather Finals Day at Newcastle.
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Demary 90% as UConn seeks 'rings, not watches'
Silas Demary Jr., who has been hobbled with a high ankle sprain during the NCAA tournament, is expected to be at 90% for UConn's Final Four matchup vs. Illinois.
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How a lush Miami park was designed to keep flooding at bay – in pictures
As the climate crisis intensifies the storms lashing south Florida, it is imperative to design spaces that soak up the water. The 19.4-acre Bayshore Park is an example of how to design spaces that...
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Britain Says It Will Host Military Talks on Securing Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper of Britain, center, hosted a virtual meeting of foreign ministers on Thursday to discuss fallout from the Iran war.
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Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate
Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a "terrorist state" will remain a candidate.
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Italian FA head Gravina quits over World Cup failure
Gabriele Gravina resigns as the head of the Italian Football Federation following the national side's failure to to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
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United’s mobile app now shows TSA wait times at select airports
The TSA wait times feature is one of many new additions to the United app, including automatic rebooking assistance and real-time time weather radar maps.
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CENTCOM releases video of air strikes in fifth week of war on Iran
US Central Command has released footage of strikes in Iran appearing to show the targeting of drones and tanks.
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‘Curated chaos’: Danny Boyle on the ‘pop culture spectacular’ he’s bringing to London’s Southbank Centre
Director and producer is co-creator of You Are Here, a one-day immersive theatrical event traversing 75 years of youth cultureOut of chaos come great cultural movements, according to the director a...
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Michigan's 'Fab Five' part of Final 4 alt-broadcast
Michigan's "Fab Five" -- Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson -- will reunite as part of an alternate broadcast during Saturday's Final Four.
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Can Starmer’s 40-nation coalition open the Strait of Hormuz?
About 20 percent of global oil and gas passes through the Gulf waterway.
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NEU leader says schools ‘running on empty’ as he challenges Labour on education record
Daniel Kebede tells delegates, government’s education policies fall short as he signals growing support for Greens’ among teachersThe leader of the UK’s biggest education union has torn into the go...
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems leans on magnets for near-term revenue
Realta Fusion is buying magnets from Commonwealth Fusion Systems, providing a revenue stop gap.
techcrunch.com
Why Lebanon should join the International Criminal Court
ICC jurisdiction in Lebanon would mean a chance of accountability for Israeli war crimes and renewed political pressure.
aljazeera.com
What nearly went wrong on Nasa's space mission - and what still could
The Artemis II crew are now hurtling around the earth's orbit, carrying out final tests and checks before they head towards the moon.
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Peach PRC on stardom, synaesthesia and sexuality: ‘There was so much joy and fun in stripping’
The millions-streamed TikTok famous singer Shaylee Curnow has only just released her debut album: Porcelain, a huge departure from her candy-coloured, very online aestheticGet our weekend culture a...
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I did not tell my sister that our other sister was dying. Silence was the right choice, yet murky and painful
In family estrangement, the mud and dirt gets everywhere, Kathryn Heyman writes. And it is very hard to undo what has been doneYears ago, when I lived in Scotland, my neighbour had fallen out with...
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Death of an Ordinary Man by Sarah Perry audiobook review – an extraordinary chronicle of terminal illness
The author’s father-in-law died just nine days after his cancer diagnosis, inspiring this moving and sharply observed account of his last daysNovelist Sarah Perry’s memoir of her late father-in-law...
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UEFA’s Euro 2032 warning the latest blow to Italy after World Cup exit
Days after missing out on World Cup 2026 spot, Italy are warned that their cohosting of Euro 2032 could be in doubt.
aljazeera.com
Baby shot dead in pram in New York City, police say
The seven-month-old child is the unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting, officials say.
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'Be serious... don't speak every day': Macron criticises Trump approach to Iran war
The comments were an apparent jab at the US leader's sometimes contradictory stance on the US-Israeli war against Iran.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi out at DOJ
President Trump has announced that Attorney General Pam Bondi is out at the Justice Department. Her departure comes amid simmering frustration over her leadership and handling of the Epstein files.
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Killer rabbits, bunny boilers and the holy hand grenade of Antioch: Easter bunny movies – ranked!
From Watership Down and Fatal Attraction to Bambi and Python’s Holy Grail, rabbits are an unlikely constant in film – and often with sinister intentions. Here are the 20 best leporine movie moments...
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Tesla reports weaker than expected 6% rise in global deliveries
First-quarter increase comes as Chinese rival BYD’s electric vehicle sales fell 25% amid intensifying competition
ft.com
Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'
The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that...
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Arthur backs 'national treasure' Bashir to regain England form
Coach Mickey Arthur says the world is Shoaib Bashir's oyster as the spinner tries to win back his England place at his new county Derbyshire.
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The $11k World Cup final ticket - what we learned from first open sale
The first open sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup showed Fifa is charging up to $10,990 (£8,333) to be at the final.
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Iranian officials come out defiant after Trump’s war speech.
The funeral of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy commander in Tehran, on Wednesday.
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‘Bomb back to the Stone Age’: US history of threats and carpet bombing
Analysts say carpet bombing countries is a war crime. But it wouldn't be new for the US.
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Iranian Nobel laureate suffered suspected heart attack in prison, family says
Narges Mohammadi's brother says he fears her life is in imminent danger and she needs to be transferred to a hospital.
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Reform donor Nick Candy sells Chelsea mansion for reported £275m
Sale of Providence House believed to be the most expensive on record in LondonUK politics live – latest updatesNick Candy, the honorary treasurer of Reform UK and a major donor, has sold his mansio...
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Iconic 19th Century painting sets Indian art record with $17.9m sale
Yashoda and Krishna, painted by Raja Ravi Varma, beat a record set by an MF Husain work last year.
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Italy's soccer prez quits after 3rd World Cup miss
Italy's soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
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LIVE STREAM: Watch Dubois vs Harper media workout
Ahead of the hugely anticipated world title bout on Sunday, Caroline Dubois and Terri Harper will be in the ring on Thursday for the media workout.
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Four children stabbed to death at Ugandan school
The suspect is in custody but his motive is unknown, the police say in a brief statement.
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Smoke rises over Mashhad, Iran, following strike near airport
Footage shows columns of smoke rising over the Iranian city of Mashhad, after US-Israeli strikes near the airport.
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Commonwealth hopeful devastated by broken javelins
Welsh record holder Freya Jones is left devastated after her javelins are broken in transit as she builds up to the Commonwealth Games.
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Cash App launches ‘pay later’ feature for P2P pay transfers
Block says that the new feature has strong built-in protections to keep users from so-called debt spirals.
techcrunch.com
Big 12's Yormark, TT booster bicker over schedule
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell traded barbs this week over a scheduled Friday night game between the Red Raiders and Houston next season.
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Pakistan-bound ships pass through Strait of Hormuz
Two ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz and arrived at Karachi Port.
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Volunteers in Helicopter Rescue Hiker’s Dog After a Week in the Wilderness
A rescuer carrying Molly, the dog on the right, away from a remote waterfall on the Arahura River on the South Island of New Zealand, where she was found on Tuesday, a week after being separated fr...
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A New Implant Aims to Rewire Stroke Patients’ Brains
Epia Neuro’s brain-computer interface will include a motorized glove to help stroke patients recover movement in their hand.
wired.com
Davey calls for emergency cuts to fuel duty and rail fares
The Liberal Democrat leader says his transport support package would ease the impacts of the war in Iran.
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How Israel’s record budget will finance expanding illegal settlements
Budget of $271bn comes against a backdrop of surging violence by Israeli settlers towards Palestinians in the West Bank.
aljazeera.com
The anti-Maga talkshow: after 70 years, PBS’s The Open Mind still has it
For decades, the TV programme has made a quiet case for depth, civility and political conversation that doesn’t insult your intelligenceIn December 1973 the public television current affairs progra...
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Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs
Dealerships say they’re getting busier as the Iran war and the shipping crisis at the Strait of Hormuz drag on.
wired.com
Farage sacks Reform UK housing spokesperson over ‘everyone dies’ Grenfell comments
Simon Dudley’s remarks provoked anger from bereaved families
ft.com
Life Is Strange: Reunion review – a decade-long story comes to an impassioned close
PlayStation 5 (version tested), Xbox, Nintendo Switch 2, PC; Deck Nine/Square EnixMax and Chloe, the two teen protagonists of the 2015 game, reunite as adults – giving players the chance to finally...
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Eight countries condemn Israel’s one-sided death penalty for Palestinians
Muslim-majority nations denounce Israel's 'increasingly discriminatory' practices that 'entrench a system of apartheid'.
aljazeera.com
‘It’s amazing’: stolen 2,500-year-old Romanian gold helmet has been found
Priceless artefact snatched in Netherlands museum heist has been recovered, ending international searchA priceless gold 2,500-year-old helmet from Romania, stolen last year in the Netherlands, has...
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Yemen’s Houthis coordinate with Iran, but retain independence, despite war
Houthi actions align with Iran’s strategy, but maintain autonomy to maximise regional influence and domestic objectives.
aljazeera.com
Reform housing spokesperson sacked after Grenfell ‘everyone dies’ remarks
Simon Dudley sacked after his comments were condemned by prime minister and families of fire victimsReform UK’s housing spokesperoson has been sacked his role after he described the Grenfell Tower...
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Iowa State hoops star Crooks entering portal
Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks will be entering the transfer portal for her final year of collegiate eligibility, she announced on social media Thursday.
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Club-by-club guide to the 2026 County Championship
BBC local radio cricket commentators take a look at each County Championship side's prospects for the 2026 season.
bbc.com
What I’m Here For review – high-pressure horror of a nurse’s shift from hell
Tron, GlasgowThe life-and-death choices that a stressed-out nurse faces on a short-staffed weekend are taken to gothic heights in this intense, atmospheric playThe standard colour scheme for hospit...
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Meet the World Cup hopefuls...Real Madrid's next Galactico and Spurs' best performer
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The next World Cup stars? A potential Real Galactico and a Spurs phenomenon
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Unmasking the Paramilitary Agents Behind Trump’s Violent Immigration Crackdown
A WIRED analysis of DHS records identified dozens of specialized federal agents who used force against US civilians during the largest known deployment of its kind in US history.
wired.com
Eating more meat may lower Alzheimer’s risk for some people
A surprising new study suggests that genetics may change how diet affects brain health—especially when it comes to Alzheimer’s risk. Researchers found that older adults carrying high-risk APOE gene...
sciencedaily.com
Brazil grants joint custody over pets in new law for separated couples
Lawmakers in the Brazilian Congress on Tuesday viewed the law change as a reflection on the importance people place on their pets.
bbc.com
USMNT big board: Did March losses finalize Pochettino's squad?
The March international window was the last time for players to impress U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, so who cemented their place on his team?
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Nearly 1,200 children killed or injured in Yemen despite truce: NGO
Save the Children says nearly one in two child casualties are due to landmines and explosive remnants of war.
aljazeera.com
Lost Friendships, Broken Relationships: How the War in Iran Is Dividing the Diaspora
Osveh Varastegan, who left Iran in 2020, at the gym where she works as a personal trainer in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
nytimes.com
How Israel is expanding its use of AI warfare in Iran and Lebanon
Israel says AI systems first used in its war on Gaza are now helping plan strikes in Iran and Lebanon.
aljazeera.com
Made in Fire Island: how artists were at the heart of the LGBTQ+ mecca
A new book shows that the work of Robert Mapplethorpe and Peter Hujar – as well as a new generation of artists – would not be the same without the New York islandIn the summer of 2015, Leilah Babir...
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‘The US is no longer the go-to place’: How Korean culture is taking Latin America by storm
Everything Korean – from K-pop and skincare to food and clothing – is booming in popularity in Chile, Mexico and BrazilOn the polished flagstones of a Santiago cultural centre’s forecourt, four Chi...
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Teenager Davies back for Wales as Clark misses out
Mayzee Davies returns to the Wales squad for this month's World Cup qualifiers against Albania but there is no place for injured goalkeeper Olivia Clark.
bbc.com
Earth’s magnetic field went wild 600 million years ago and scientists finally know why
Hundreds of millions of years ago, Earth’s magnetic field behaved in a way that has long baffled scientists, showing wild and seemingly chaotic shifts unlike anything seen before or since. A new st...
sciencedaily.com
French court denies extradition of ex-Tunisian President Ben Ali’s daughter
Paris said its ruling was based on Tunis not responding to a request for guarantees of a trial by an independent court.
aljazeera.com
Isak to return to training this week - Slot
British record signing Alexander Isak will return to Liverpool training on Thursday, head coach Arne Slot confirms.
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‘Orban constantly vetoes’: Europe braces for Hungary election
The practicalities of Hungary’s election may not matter as much as the psychological impact, say observers.
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UK to host virtual summit on Strait of Hormuz
Yvette Cooper is due to convene a virtual meeting of foreign ministers, though the US is not expected to attend.
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Oil price surges, Asian stocks fall as Trump vows to continue Iran attacks
Asian stocks also took a hit after Trump’s speech as most Southeast Asian countries rely heavily on oil imports.
aljazeera.com
Ancient bone dice reveal 12,000-year history of gambling in America
More than 12,000 years ago, Native American hunter-gatherers were already making and using dice—thousands of years before similar tools appeared elsewhere. These bone “binary lots” acted like primi...
sciencedaily.com
World Cup kit ranking: Every jersey we'll see this summer to be released so far
The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams. That means there'll be 96 kits on show! Here are all the ones released so far, from worst to first.
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Mexico kept up with Belgium and Portugal. Can they take that momentum into the World Cup?
After draws against Portugal and Belgium, Mexico are still unbeaten in 2026.
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Man dies in storm as Saharan dust shrouds Crete
A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.
bbc.com
Reform UK urged to sack housing spokesperson over ‘disgraceful’ Grenfell Tower comment – UK politics live
Labour says it is ‘untenable’ for Simon Dudley to continue in his role after he said that Grenfell was tragic ‘but everyone dies in the end’Good morning. One of the big policy decisions for all par...
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Iran War Live Updates: Gulf Nations and Israel Face New Attacks After Trump Claims Military Success
President Trump said the United States would hit Iran “extremely hard” over the next two to three weeks. He said the war was already a success but did not offer a concrete exit timeline.
nytimes.com
Iran war: What is happening on day 34 of US-Israel attacks?
As the war enters day 34, US President Donald Trump said Washington was close to achieving its objectives.
aljazeera.com
Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)
We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.
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Reform’s Simon Dudley urged to apologise to Grenfell families after saying ‘everyone dies’
Party’s housing spokesperson made comments while criticising safety regulations brought in after 2017 tragedyCampaigners for Grenfell families have called on Reform UK and its housing spokesperson...
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Women's March Madness: The 15 best players left in the field
Wondering who to watch during this weekend's Final Four? We break down the best on the court.
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Tories pledge to scrap carbon taxes on industry
Kemi Badenoch says carbon taxes have made doing business in Britain "much, much harder than it needs to be".
bbc.com
How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey
The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.
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NHL playoff watch: Clinching day for the Sabres, Hurricanes, Wild?
Buffalo, Carolina and Minnesota can punch playoff tickets on Thursday. Here's what to watch in a 14-game slate.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX set to go public in $1 trillion share listing
The company’s public stock debut is set to be one of the most valuable in history, and could make Musk the world's first trillionaire.
bbc.com
UK looks to relax planning rules for factory farms after industry lobbying
Exclusive: documents chronicle years-long campaign to make it easier to build intensive livestock unitsMinisters are rewriting planning rules to make it easier to build intensive livestock farms de...
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‘Ring the alarm! Wake up! Be human!’: Aurora and Tom Rowlands on their new dance-pop duo Tomora
The Norwegian singer-songwriter and the Chemical Brother have combined their talents, and names, to create a wildly inventive new band. The collaboration has gone smoothly so far – but will they so...
theguardian.com
UNC not in men's Final Four but still looms large
As UNC looks for its next coach, the Final Four has taken on a Carolina blue backdrop.
espn.com
Who are the best 21 women's players aged 21 or under in the world?
Welcome to the next generation of women's stars aged 21 or under, with representatives from the NWSL, WSL and across Europe.
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Swifts 'as strong as can be' for Irish Cup semi-final
Dungannon Swifts boss Rodney McAree says it is "going to be extremely difficult" for his side to progress past Cliftonville in their Irish Cup semi-final.
bbc.com
Heavy challenges a result of long kick-outs - McFadden
Donegal midfielder Hugh McFadden feels recent kick-out tendencies under the new rules have contributed to greater aggression around the middle of the field.
bbc.com
Rams WR Nacua went to rehab before being sued for assault and battery, attorney says
Los Angeles Rams All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua is in rehab and was there before he was sued for assault and battery by a woman who says he made an antisemitic statement and bit her on the should...
skysports.com
Israel’s death penalty law is not about executing Palestinians
It is about eliminating Palestinian existence in Palestine.
aljazeera.com
Weekly sports quiz: What is the 'Sunshine Double'?
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
bbc.com
New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds
Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.
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The Palm House by Gwendoline Riley review – the laureate of bad relationships
Riley has always skewered cruelty with shattering exactitude. What’s new in this story of two old friends in London is the delicacy she brings to moments of tendernessIn the opening pages of The Pa...
theguardian.com
Björk, Rihanna and a passionate embrace: visions of love – in pictures
A new book celebrating four decades of fashion photography duo Inez and Vinoodh features celebrity portraits, surrealist visions and a meditation on love itself Continue reading...
theguardian.com
F1 driver ratings: Who has impressed at the start of 2026?
As the 2026 Formula 1 season pauses after the first three rounds, Sky Sports F1 rates the performances of the drivers so far.
skysports.com
Dubois intends to back up her words vs Harper: 'I'm on a quest for greatness'
Caroline Dubois makes no secret of her ambition. She is on "a quest for greatness" and the next step in her mission is to unify world championships against Terri Harper.
skysports.com
Today on Sky Sports Racing: Hurricane Pat headlines Chepstow action
We have a busy day's racing on Thursday with action from Chepstow and Southwell, live on Sky Sports Racing...
skysports.com
As hoops betting spikes, it's New Hampshire and other states vs. prediction markets
In New Hampshire and states with legalized sports gambling, wagering helps fund government services. But now competitors like Kalshi and Polymarket are getting a cut of the action.
npr.org
China’s Aiming for the Moon, and NASA Is Looking Over Its Shoulder
The U.S. space agency launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, but Beijing is pursuing its own space program with formidable focus. Here’s what we know about it, in photos and videos.
nytimes.com
Australia to crack down on gambling ads after years of criticism
Australians lose more money to gambling, per capita, than anywhere else in the world.
bbc.com
TV tonight: globetrotting smash-hit Race Across the World returns
A new cohort of adventurers set off – but who will make it across Europe and Asia first? Plus: The Traitors star Harry Clark takes a pilgrimage. Here’s what to watch this evening8pm, BBC OneTime to...
theguardian.com
Trump’s primetime speech on Iran war: Key takeaways
US president says Washington is 'getting very close' to achieving goals as he promises to bomb Iran into 'Stone Ages'.
aljazeera.com
The remarkable rise of the only English coach in Tuchel's team
Ten years after playing for Accrington, Anthony Barry is hoping to help Thomas Tuchel win the World Cup for England.
bbc.com
Pupils in England are losing their thinking skills because of AI, survey suggests
Two-thirds of secondary school teachers report a decline in core abilities such as writing and problem-solvingPupils using artificial intelligence are losing their capacity for critical thinking, a...
theguardian.com
Next week’s disability cuts will make people destitute – and you might not understand how bad they are until it’s too late | Frances Ryan
If new claimants don’t meet strict criteria, they’ll lose half of the health element of universal credit. Don’t ignore that: in life’s lottery, that could easily be youLook at the front pages or op...
theguardian.com
Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates
The party, whose parliamentary leader is Jeremy Corbyn, will back 250 candidates, focusing on urban areasYour Party is to focus its local election efforts on a number of urban areas with large Musl...
theguardian.com
‘People need hope’: Greens court voters in battle for north-east council seats
Former Labour mayor Jamie Driscoll aims to win central Newcastle ward after defecting to the Green party“Thank you very much to all you would-be penguins huddling together for warmth,” said Jamie D...
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Teachers made ill by rats and hit by toaster receive share of £15m payout
Details about compensation for personal injury awarded to UK school staff revealed by NASUWTA teacher who became ill from a rat infestation and another who was injured after a pupil threw a toaster...
theguardian.com
Drive slower, work from home and ditch the tie: the world responds to Iran war energy crisis
Oil crisis triggered by blockade of strait of Hormuz prompts emergency measures to protect supply and halt rising pricesShrinking fuel stocks and soaring prices are leading countries around the wor...
theguardian.com
Trump claims ‘success’ in Iran in just 32 days compared to lengthy US wars
US President Donald Trump said Iran was the ‘bully of the Middle East’ but is ‘no longer a threat’.
aljazeera.com
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Trump urges countries ‘get involved’ in war on Iran if they can’t get fuel
US President Donald Trump says nations that rely on oil from the Strait of Hormuz should build up some delayed courage.
aljazeera.com
Tiger Woods declines 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy; can leave US for treatment
The 15-time major winner will focus on health following his car crash and subsequent DUI arrest on Friday.
aljazeera.com
Réunion Island Lava Reaches the Sea
The February 2026 eruption at Piton de la Fournaise has lasted longer and produced a larger volume of lava than recent eruptions from this frequently active volcano.
nasa.gov
Magnitude 7.4 earthquake hits off Indonesia, killing one
The quake struck between the islands of Manado and Ternate. Tsunami warnings have now been lifted.
bbc.com
World’s top energy traders wrongfooted in early days of Iran war
Oil traders that normally thrive on volatility caught out by scale of crisis as energy shock unfurled
ft.com
Italian leaders call for football chief’s head after World Cup humiliation
Azzurri fail to make third-straight men’s World Cup after humiliating loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina
ft.com
The dark side of the balloon boom – is it time they were banned?
From balloon arches at parties to mass balloon releases at funerals, these bits of floating rubber and plastic can have disastrous effects on wildlife. As some retailers are refusing to sell them,...
theguardian.com
Labour’s mistakes: is it too late to turn things around? – podcast
In part one of a special two-part interview, Kiran Stacey talks to the political scientist Prof Robert Ford about Labour’s so-called ‘landslide win’, the long-lasting impact of Brexit on our politi...
theguardian.com
Not if, but when: how Spain’s coastal towns are preparing for tsunamis
In the holiday hotspots of the Costa del Sol, the risks are rarely mentioned. But in neighbouring Cádiz, the country’s first tsunami-ready town is leading by exampleEven on a wet, wintry day in Mál...
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Gulf states consider new pipelines to avoid Strait of Hormuz
Conflict prompts countries to revisit plans that replicate Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline despite huge cost and complexity
ft.com
The global wave of energy rationing
Governments from Bangladesh to Zambia impose measures to cut fuel demand as Middle East conflict cuts off flows
ft.com
NHS staff boycott Palantir’s data platform over ethical concerns
Controversial US tech group was awarded a £330mn contract in 2023 to collate hospital and patient information
ft.com
China’s Aiming for the Moon, and NASA Is Looking Over Its Shoulder
The U.S. space agency launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, but Beijing is pursuing its own space program with formidable focus. Here’s what we know about it, in photos and videos.
nytimes.com
Apple at 50: how Asia fuelled its rise to the top
Japanese industry and Chinese manufacturing prowess played roles in the tech giant’s success, with consequences for both
ft.com
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Madrid eye young Leverkusen striker
Arsenal and Real Madrid are keen on Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane. Transfer Talk has the latest.
espn.com
Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’ in coming weeks
Primetime TV address signals escalation rather than a swift peace deal
ft.com
Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over Iran war
There were some glaring omissions in the president's primetime address, writes the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue.
bbc.com
'We go for all humanity' - emotional moment as Artemis II blasts off
There was giddy euphoria at the Kennedy Space Center after the successful and spectacular launch, writes the BBC's Pallab Ghosh.
bbc.com
Mysterious Greek inscription may reveal lost temple beneath Syria’s Great Mosque
A mysterious Greek inscription found beneath the Great Mosque of Homs could pinpoint the long-debated location of an ancient sun temple. Scholars now think the mosque sits atop a sacred site that t...
sciencedaily.com
Trump says Iran war objectives 'nearing completion' in address to nation
Trump's first televised address of the conflict with Iran did little to quell uneasy markets.
bbc.com
Transcript: Trump’s Speech on Iran War
The president made his case for the U.S. attack, and said that the main objectives had been achieved.
nytimes.com
U.S. Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s New Leader, Delcy Rodríguez
The Trump administration removed Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president of Venezuela, from its sanctions list on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Physicists just solved a strange fusion mystery that stumped experts
Fusion scientists have solved a long-standing mystery inside tokamaks, the donut-shaped machines designed to harness fusion energy. For years, experiments showed that escaping plasma particles hit...
sciencedaily.com
Alleged Bondi gunman loses court bid to suppress names of his family
Lawyers for Naveed Akram had argued his mother, brother and sister live in "constant fear".
bbc.com
NASA launches Artemis II for first crewed Moon flyby in 50 years
A new era of lunar exploration has begun as NASA launches four astronauts on Artemis II—the first crewed mission to fly around the Moon in over 50 years. Riding aboard the powerful SLS rocket, the...
sciencedaily.com
WC final tickets hit $10,990 as FIFA reopens sales
The top ticket price for the World Cup final hit $10,990 as FIFA reopened sales on Wednesday.
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Celtics net 53 in first quarter, 2 off NBA record
The Boston Celtics had a first quarter like none other in their storied history Wednesday night, scoring 53 points in the opening 12 minutes of a 147-129 victory over the Miami Heat.
espn.com
Iran war live: Trump to address nation; Tehran denies seeking ceasefire
Iran denies seeking a truce and keeps up counterattacks, as US-Israeli raids cause deaths and damage across the country.
aljazeera.com
The Iran Imperative
How America and Israel can shape a new Middle East.