Starmer accused of ‘corrosive complacency’ about defence by ex-head of Nato
George Robertson says the UK is in peril due to military underfunding, adding that Iran war should be wake-up callThe British government has shown a “corrosive complacency towards defence” and put...
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Amid War, G.O.P. Puts Off Testimony From Senior Pentagon Commanders
“We are six weeks into this conflict, and we still haven’t gotten a public briefing from anyone in the administration about the war,” said Representative Adam Smith of Washington, the ranking Democ...
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Energy prices rise despite Jones Act suspension by Trump
Shipping costs have increased by more than 10 percent in the past month due to the US-Israel war on Iran.
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New White House report has plans to fix US housing shortage of 10 million
A new report lays out a blueprint for how more home construction would help the middle class and the overall economy.
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What’s behind Viktor Orban’s defeat in Hungary’s election?
Hungary's opposition has defeated the prime minister by a landslide.
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South Korea Can’t Build Enough Stadiums to Host Its K-Pop Stars
Fans gathering outside Goyang Stadium ahead of BTS’s world tour opener in Goyang, South Korea, last week.
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French cement giant Lafarge guilty of financing ISIL in Syria
Cement company Lafarge and eight of its ex-employees were found guilty of financing ISIL in a French court.
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Government candidate Wadagni on course to win Benin presidential vote
The incoming president faces serious security issues in the north of the country and challenges to living standards.
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NASA Invites Media to Rollout Event for Artemis III Moon Rocket Stage
NASA will roll the largest section of the agency’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket, which will launch the second crewed Artemis mission, out of the agency’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orlean...
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Ghana appoint ex-Man Utd assistant Queiroz as coach
Former Manchester United assistant manager Carlos Queiroz is appointed as Ghana's head coach for the upcoming World Cup.
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Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war
Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.
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NASA Announces 32nd Annual Human Exploration Rover Challenge Winners
NASA’s 32nd annual Human Exploration Rover Challenge, one of the agency’s longest-standing student challenges, culminated April 10-11 with its final excursion event at the U.S. Space & Rocket C...
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Spanish PM's wife charged with corruption after two-year probe
Begoña Gómez is accused of using her relationship with Pedro Sánchez to advance her private career.
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Israel kills three Palestinians in separate Gaza strikes
Two Palestinians were killed in separate strikes in southern Gaza on Monday, according to officials at Nasser hospital.
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NASA Awards Data Engineering, Informatics Support Contract
NASA has selected Development Seed of Washington to provide research and development services to the Office of Data Science and Informatics (ODSI) at the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Hu...
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What’s in Hasan Piker’s Starter Pack? Creatine, Zyns, Signal
The internet’s most jacked leftist shares the tech and daily rituals that fuel his marathon streams.
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Thousands of rare concert recordings are landing on the Internet Archive — listen now
Chicago-based music superfan Aadam Jacobs has been recording the concerts he goes to since the 1980s, amassing an archive of over 10,000 tapes.
techcrunch.com
Trump nominates Pimco executive to lead US Treasury’s international affairs
Bond giant’s head of asset allocation tapped to conduct negotiations with organisations such as the G7
ft.com
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4852–4858: When Data Take Their Time…
Written by Susanne P. Schwenzer, Professor of Planetary Mineralogy at The Open University, UK Earth planning date: Friday, April 3, 2026 I was the geology science team lead on Monday for planning S...
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Chagos Islands treaty is now ‘impossible to agree at political level’, UK minister says
Stephen Doughty says US withdrawal of support means bill cannot complete passage through parliamentA treaty over ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has become “impossible to agre...
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Trump deletes image of himself as Jesus-like savior after backlash
Trump draws criticism from church leaders and conservatives over AI-Jesus image and pope remarks.
aljazeera.com
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4845-4851: Bye-Bye Boxwork, Bye-Bye
Written by Lucy Thompson, APXS Strategic Planner and Planetary Geologist at the University of New Brunswick, Canada Earth planning date: Friday, March 27, 2026 Last weekend’s drive took us just ove...
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Humphries woes continue as Dobey reigns again at Players Championship
Luke Humphries' struggle for form continued with a last-16 exit at the Player Championship 9 in Wigan as Chris Dobey romped to his second title of 2026.
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Trump says Iran wants ‘peace deal’ but insists on ‘no nukes’
Donald Trump says Iran wants to make a peace deal “very badly” after talks in Islamabad ended without agreement.
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Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggests
The vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, according to the poll.
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Is Magyar’s election win the end of the EU’s troubles with Hungary?
Orban's exit signals potential end to Hungary's EU isolation and opens door for diplomatic and economic collaboration.
aljazeera.com
2026 WNBA draft fits, featuring Flau'jae, Azzi Fudd and more
The stars took on WNBA draft night in New York City in their best outfits before hearing their names called.
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Stanford report highlights growing disconnect between AI insiders and everyone else
Stanford’s latest AI Index shows a widening gap between experts and the public, with rising anxiety over jobs, healthcare, and the economy.
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French court rules cement giant Lafarge guilty of funding Syrian terrorism
Long running case regarding Lafarte's actions amid Syrian civil war sees company ordered to pay fine, executives jailed.
aljazeera.com
Mahmood’s migration changes will deliver fraction of claimed savings, data suggests
Exclusive: Analysis of government figures indicates public finances will gain £600m not £10bn if migrants’ access to benefits is reducedShabana Mahmood’s migration changes are expected to save jus...
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Sid Krofft, 96, a Creator of Trippy Kids’ Shows Like ‘H.R. Pufnstuf,’ Dies
Sid Krofft in 2009 accepting an honor at the Seventh Annual TV Land Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. With him was a version of his creation H.R. Pufnstuf.
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Indian workers protest over rising living cost
Police have scaled up enforcement in the Indian city of Noida as a factory workers' protest turns violent.
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NASA to Host Artemis II Crew Postflight News Conference
Fresh off their return to Earth, the Artemis II astronauts will hold a news conference at 2:30 p.m. EDT Thursday, April 16, at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston to discuss their historic missi...
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Andreatta '500% sure' Scotland will reach major finals
Head coach Melissa Andreatta is "500% sure" her squad will be the ones to take Scotland to a first women's major tournament since 2019, even if it is not next summer's World Cup in Brazil.
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As Internet Blackout Hits Day 45, Iranians Bemoan State Hypocrisy and Economic Risks
An internet blackout in Iran has shut down communications for most of its more than 90 million citizens.
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Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress as he faces backlash over assault allegations
Swalwell's resignation follows allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by multiple women against the California Democrat.
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Starmer announces talks to address the Strait of Hormuz crisis
Starmer has announced talks to be held this week and co-hosted with France, aiming at diplomatic end to the war on Iran
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Artemis II Astronauts Aboard USS John P. Murtha
The first astronauts to travel to the Moon in more than half a century are back on Earth after a record-setting mission aboard NASA’s Artemis II test flight. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman (commander...
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EU: No peace possible while “Lebanon is in flames”
Von der Leyen warns Hormuz closure and Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten regional stability.
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Former Lafarge chief sentenced to six years in jail for financing terrorism
Paris court finds cement maker guilty of paying jihadis to keep operations running in Syria after civil war broke out
ft.com
Staunch Trump Supporters Are Now Asking If He's the Antichrist
The Iran war and a series of social media posts, including one depicting Trump as Jesus Christ, have some conservative commentators and fans suspecting the president may be the antichrist.
wired.com
Nige and Zia set out plan to send ‘Boriswave’ traitors to the gulag
Farage and sidekick are still sore about how the Tories handled Brexit, although new mates Braverman and Jenrick are forgivenThe Reform UK press conference began a little behind schedule. Time in w...
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Booking.com confirms hackers accessed customers’ data
The travel giant notified customers that their personal data, including names, emails, physical addresses, phone numbers may have been accessed in a security incident.
techcrunch.com
Founder of Starmer’s legal chambers condemns Labour plans to cut jury trials
Geoffrey Robertson says proposals to reduce backlog are betrayal of party’s values and a ‘cure worse than the disease’The founder of Keir Starmer’s barristers’ chambers has condemned the planned re...
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Whyte warns AJ against returning too soon: 'Wilder makes sense'
Dillian Whyte says Deontay Wilder makes sense as the next opponent for Anthony Joshua, but believes the former heavyweight world champion is returning to boxing too soon.
skysports.com
McIlroy's next major mountain? New possible targets after Masters glory
Rory McIlroy reassessed his major goals after completing the career Grand Slam at The Masters, with his successful title defence now providing opportunities to create even more golfing history.
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Bahrain summons Iraqi envoy as pro-Iranian attacks persist in Gulf
Move reflects regional alarm over attacks by pro-Iranian groups based in Iraq, which continue despite ceasefire.
aljazeera.com
Goldman Sachs retains its knack for spinning anxiety into gold
AI-inspired stock routs, the war in Iran and private credit were no hindrance to the Wall Street bank
ft.com
PM-in-waiting Peter Magyar lays out vision for Hungary after ousting Orban
World watching to see which way Hungary will head once Viktor Orban's 'illiberal' regime ends its 16-year reign.
aljazeera.com
Successful major defences: McIlroy joins exclusive club
Rory McIlroy created more golfing history on Sunday as he recorded a stunning second consecutive Masters victory to join an exclusive list of successful major defences.
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‘We Finally Have Democracy’: Hungarians Erupt in Joy and Relief
Budapest was lit by torchlight as people gathered to celebrate the Hungarian election results on Sunday.
nytimes.com
LVMH sales hit as Middle East conflict delays luxury recovery
US and Israel’s war on Iran dented sales growth at world’s biggest luxury group
ft.com
Trump threat to Iranian civilians 'wrong', Starmer says
The PM condemns the US president's threat that a "whole civilisation" would die unless Iran agreed to end the war.
bbc.com
Spurs captain Romero to miss rest of season with injury
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury.
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Mark Ruffalo and Emma Thompson among 1,000+ signatories on open letter opposing Paramount’s Warner buyout
Merger will ‘prioritise the interests of a small group of powerful stakeholders over the broader public good’, letter statesJoaquin Phoenix, Ben Stiller, Mark Ruffalo, Yorgos Lanthimos and Kristen...
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Hungary’s Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament
Hungary election winner Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament to form his government
aljazeera.com
Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators
More than 70 organizations, including the ACLU, EPIC, and Fight for the Future, say the AI smart glasses feature would endanger abuse victims, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ people.
wired.com
‘We are totally out of our depth’: experts say whale stranded in Baltic is beyond saving
Male humpback, which has repeatedly stranded and freed itself in Germany in past month, is to be left in peace to dieWhen a 10-metre long humpback whale became stranded on a sandbar in the Baltic S...
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Spurs captain Romero out for rest of season with injury
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero is set to miss the rest of the season with the knee injury he sustained their 1-0 defeat at Sunderland.
bbc.com
Lebanon Latest: Talks scheduled as Israeli strikes continue
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon push death toll past 2,000, as talks loom and ceasefire divisions deepen.
aljazeera.com
Woman arrested for allegedly stalking Fleetwood Mac’s Lindsey Buckingham
Michelle Dick accused of dousing musician with unknown substance in March and damaging his car before fleeingA woman who is accused of stalking the former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham...
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Vercel CEO Guillermo Rauch signals IPO readiness as AI agents fuel revenue surge
"The company is ready and getting more ready for every day," Rauch said about an IPO at HumanX conference.
techcrunch.com
Hungary’s election could support Europe’s revival trade
In the long run, the result may be felt far beyond Budapest
ft.com
Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran
Activists held posters of war victims from around the region during a protest in Tel Aviv on Saturday.
nytimes.com
Luca Guadagnino defends Timothée Chalamet over opera and ballet remarks: ‘How can one comment become a planetary polemic?’
The director, who cast Chalamet in 2017’s Call Me By Your Name, spoke out in the actor’s defence ahead of the premiere of his staging of opera The Death of KlinghofferThe director Luca Guadagnino h...
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Wilkinson challenges Wales to fill Holland void
Head coach Rhian Wilkinson says it is up to other players to fill the void left by Ceri Holland in Wales' Women's World Cup qualifiers against Albania.
bbc.com
What do we know about sea mines in and around the Strait of Hormuz?
The psychological terror that the presence of sea mines can generate could paralyse the Strait of Hormuz.
aljazeera.com
England suffer double Women's Six Nations injury blow
England have suffered a double injury blow with Morwenna Talling and Natasha Hunt being ruled out of the remainder of the Women's Six Nations.
skysports.com
AI chatbots misdiagnose in over 80% of early medical cases, study finds
Top models including OpenAI and DeepSeek make judgments too quickly when patient data is incomplete
ft.com
Crawford found guilty of careless driving, fined
Terence Crawford was found guilty of careless driving Monday and ordered to pay a $75 fine stemming from a traffic stop last year during which police ordered the world champion boxer and passengers...
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US judge dismisses Trump’s $10bn lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story
Dismissed lawsuit follows WSJ's report on letter allegedly signed by Donald Trump for Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday.
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Eyes on the prize! Backstage at the Olivier awards 2026 – in pictures
Guardian photographer David Levene was at the Royal Albert Hall to photograph the stars and the special performances at London’s biggest night of theatreNo need for hard stares as Paddington: The M...
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Europe’s far right questions merits of Trump ties after Orbán defeat
Alternative for Germany quarrels about Maga after Hungarian election fiasco
ft.com
Opec production falls more than a quarter as Iran war hits oil exports
Output dropped by biggest volume on record in March with closure of Strait of Hormuz hitting producers around the Gulf
ft.com
Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion
The data breach at Anodot, which affects customers like Rockstar Games, is the latest hack aimed at stealing data from a large number of corporate giants.
techcrunch.com
Anas Sarwar asks voters in Scotland to give Labour five years to ‘fix SNP’s mess’
Scottish Labour leader pledges more homes and tax cuts as party tries to reverse slump in support before May electionsUK politics live – latest updatesAnas Sarwar has appealed to voters to give Lab...
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Russian swimmers permitted to compete under flag
Athletes from Russia and Belarus will be able to compete in senior World Aquatics events under their countries' flags as the body lifts a ban on their participation.
bbc.com
Karol G at Coachella review – electrifying set destined for festival’s hall of fame
Empire Polo Club, Indio, CaliforniaWith dazzling choreography and head-spinning set pieces, the Colombian star delivered a victorious statement of Latinx prideLate on the final night of Coachella’s...
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NASA Night-light Imagery Tracks US Energy Transition, Global Volatility
New nighttime maps based on NASA satellite imagery are upending assumptions, revealing a world where artificial brightening and dimming have intensified over the past decade. The findings show inte...
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Partey enters not guilty pleas to two new rape allegations
Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to two new allegations of rape.
skysports.com
How Orban Lost His Touch, and Hungary’s Election
A campaign poster in Keszthely, Hungary, for Prime Minister Viktor Orban with the word “Mafia” spray painted on it.
nytimes.com
Reeling Astros place Pena, Imai on injury list
The Astros continue to be snakebit as shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring) and starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai (arm fatigue) both were placed on the injury list.
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Trump’s threat to blockade Hormuz: Why it’s war’s latest major escalation
Analysts warn Washington's blockade could harm the fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran.
aljazeera.com
The Championship striker 'out-performing' Harry Kane
Zan Vipotnik is the Championship's top scorer - and statistics show he is out-performing some of Europe's best strikers.
bbc.com
Draper retires in first round as injury woes continue
Britain's Jack Draper is forced to retire in the third set of his first-round match against Tomas Martin Etcheverry at the Barcelona Open because of a knee injury.
bbc.com
Sources: Malone's UNC lands transfer Avdalas
Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas has committed to North Carolina, sources told ESPN, giving new coach Michael Malone his first big addition with the Tar Heels.
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Billam-Smith to fight on Sky Sports as star signs with Zuffa Boxing
Cruiserweight star Chris Billam-Smith has signed with new promotional powerhouse Zuffa Boxing and will fight live on Sky Sports.
skysports.com
Draper retires injured in Barcelona Open first round
Jack Draper's start to the clay-court season began in disappointing fashion as he retired injured late in the deciding third set of his first-round match against Argentine Tomas Martin Etcheve...
skysports.com
You Need to Be More Freaked Out by Shingles
The viral infection leaves millions with chronic pain, increased stroke risk, and lifelong nerve damage—yet vaccination rates remain dangerously low.
wired.com
BYD's Fastest-Charging Car in the World Is Astonishing—in Good and Bad Ways
WIRED witnessed the game-changing Denza Z9 GT charge its battery in just 9 minutes. But the pricing for BYD's premium brand looks like a huge mistake.
wired.com
5 things to know about Péter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister
Magyar ended Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year grip on power in a landslide victory on Sunday. The former Orbán loyalist burst onto the scene as an opposition leader in 2024.
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Ex-Arsenal midfielder Partey denies two new counts of rape
Thomas Partey, 32, pleads not guilty to two new allegations of rape at Southwark Crown Court.
bbc.com
The Next Test in the Iran War: Which Side Can Endure More Economic Pain?
President Trump is trying to choke off the country’s lifeline with a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. But the Iranians are betting that his tolerance for political pain is limited.
nytimes.com
New EU competition official to hold line on Big Tech despite Trump pressure
Anthony Whelan, a former adviser on tech, vows to pursue cases irrespective of ‘noise’ around them
ft.com
Slate Auto raises $650M to fund its affordable EV truck plans
Slate Auto's latest funding round was led by existing investor TWG Global, a firm run by LA Dodgers owner Mark Walter.
techcrunch.com
Bollywood classics, rave bangers and Michael Stipe duets: 10 of Asha Bhosle’s greatest recordings
After her death aged 92, we look back on the vast and varied catalogue of one of India’s greatest vocalists, who brought actorly skill to her Bollywood playback performances• Indian music legend As...
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Peru election drags into second day after ballot delivery fiasco
Technical and logistical problems mean Peruvians choosing a new president and members of Congress continue to vote on Monday.
bbc.com
We have complied with financial rules - West Brom
West Bromwich Albion insist they have "fully complied" with EFL's profit and sustainability rules after reports they could face a points deduction
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Don’t mention the climate: Trump creates ‘beyond absurd’ situation at global finance talks
Developing countries face possible shelving of crucial green action plan at IMF and World Bank spring meetingsGovernments desperate for cash to protect their citizens from the growing impacts of th...
theguardian.com
Gators' Sumrall promises to 'wake this beast up'
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall challenged his team, especially the offensive line, to hit the weight room and get stronger, saying "it's time to wake this thing up."
espn.com
Iran carried out highest number of executions in decades
Organisations warn many more people could be executed in the wake of the anti-government protests which swept Iran earlier this year.
bbc.com
At least six killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon
Attacks come as Israel says it is close to taking over a major town in the south, and before peace talks in the US.
aljazeera.com
What is the new EU bill and could it give UK ministers Henry VIII-type powers?
Legislation would allow government to implement evolving single market rules without full parliamentary scrutiny UK politics live – latest updatesMinisters in Britain are planning a new bill, which...
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Hormuz, Hungary and the UK shifting closer to the EU – podcast
After 16 years in power in Hungary, Viktor Orbán has been defeated, marking a huge shift in the European Union. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer has defended potential legislation that will align the UK wit...
theguardian.com
Scheffler 4-1 or shorter to win each of the next four golf majors, McIlroy next
Odds for next four golf majors: 2026 PGA Championship, U.S. Open and the Open Championship, 2027 Masters.
espn.com
Hubble Spies an Active Spiral
A luminous swirl set against the deep black of space, the barred spiral galaxy IC 486 glows with a soft, ethereal light in this new NASA Hubble Space Telescope image. IC 486 lies right on the edge...
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Cement company Lafarge found guilty in Syria terrorism financing case
A French court has found cement company Lafarge guilty of financing armed groups during the Syrian war.
aljazeera.com
Olympian Dobbin retires because of 'life-changing health issue'
Scottish 200m record holder Beth Dobbin announces her retirement following "a three-year battle with a serious and life-changing health issue".
bbc.com
Record total prize fund confirmed for Women's T20 World Cup
The International Cricket Council has announced a 10 per cent increase from 2024 in the total prize fund for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, which will be held in England and Wales this s...
skysports.com
Sunshine Women’s Choir review – weepie prison musical is huge Taiwan hit but drowns in own gloop
This schmaltzy film about a choir of inmates might make you cry – but in exasperation, frustration and disbelief rather than heartfelt emotionEveryone involved with this feelgood/feelbad prison mus...
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Dido and Aeneas review – young Welsh talent shines bright in Purcell
Brecon Cathedral Created in just a week with a cast of rising stars and amateur singers, Mid Wales Opera’s production – and its heart-wrenching ending – is a remarkable achievementMid Wales Opera u...
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Tear gas fired at India workers demanding higher wages as living costs rise
Factory workers protest in national capital's suburb of Noida as living costs across the world rise due to the Iran war.
aljazeera.com
Post your questions for Sam Neill
From dinosaur-hunting in Jurassic Park to high-seas terror in Dead Calm, Sam Neill looks back on a remarkable career – and is ready for your questionsThere aren’t many actors who have gone down in...
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Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch
The party has announced its plans for health, education and taxation ahead of next month's Holyrood election.
bbc.com
MLS Power Rankings: LAFC's first loss of 2026 knocks them off the top
LAFC had been practically perfect in 2026, but the Angelenos first loss of the year cleared room for a new No. 1 in this edition of MLS Power Rankings.
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Ken Loach revisits I, Daniel Blake: ‘We were asking if food banks are tolerable. Now they’re an institution’
The scene at the food bank, recalls the director, where Katie is so hungry, she pours baked beans into her hand from a tin and eats them cold, came from a real storyIn 2016, we were – as we continu...
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Ghost-Eye by Amitav Ghosh review – a climate-crisis novel let down by its prose
A reincarnation mystery drives this exploration of spiritual interconnectedness in a globalised worldWhat happens when a novelist cares more about their plot, or their message, than their prose? Pl...
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Are we heading for ‘super El Nino’ – and what could we expect?
Experts say climate pattern could supercharge extreme weather events and push temperatures to record highsThere is a high likelihood that the phenomenon known as “El Niño” will emerge this summer –...
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How crucial is 99-cap Walsh to the Lionesses?
England midfielder Keira Walsh is set to make her 100th appearance against world champions Spain at Wembley.
bbc.com
Why time is on Iran’s side
A global energy crisis is only just beginning. Political turmoil will follow
ft.com
Who is Peter Magyar, Hungary’s new leader who trounced Viktor Orban?
Magyar's centre-right Tisza Party has won a two-thirds majority in Hungary's parliamentary elections.
aljazeera.com
NBA legends Durant and James to meet in playoffs as seedings confirmed
NBA legends LeBron James and Kevin Durant will meet in a playoff series for the first time in eight years after seedings were confirmed on the final night of the regular season.
skysports.com
The Dumbest Hack of the Year Exposed a Very Real Problem
Last April, a hacker hijacked crosswalk announcements to mimic Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. Records obtained by WIRED reveal how unprepared local authorities were.
wired.com
Celebrities and fans pay tributes to Asha Bhosle
Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on Sunday after being admitted to the hospital following a heart attack.
bbc.com
Plaid Cymru's manifesto explained in a minute
Gareth Lewis explains the key headlines from Plaid Cymru's manifesto for the 2026 Senedd election.
bbc.com
New toothpaste stops gum disease without killing good bacteria
Scientists have developed a new way to fight gum disease without wiping out the mouth’s helpful bacteria—a major shift from traditional treatments. Instead of killing everything, this targeted appr...
sciencedaily.com
Rugby League game delayed because of replica grenade
A Championship rugby league match between Goole Vikings and Whitehaven is delayed by 80 minutes after a replica grenade was found at the ground.
bbc.com
Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran
Activists held posters of war victims from around the region during a protest in Tel Aviv on Saturday.
nytimes.com
Departures review – airport meet triggers love lost and found in a haze of hookups and hangovers
This darkly comic drama tracks one man’s post-breakup spiral, as memory and desire blur in a stylised, emotionally candid exploration of identity and intimacyDo you believe in life after love? So g...
theguardian.com
AI Agents Are Coming for Your Dating Life
The developers of Pixel Societies are using AI agents to simulate social interactions. It's an attempt optimize the process of choosing new colleagues, friends, and even romantic partners.
wired.com
Millions in war-ravaged Sudan surviving on one meal a day, say NGOs
Many people resorting to eating leaves and animal feed to survive in North Darfur and South Kordofan states.
aljazeera.com
Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe
Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary addressed supporters in Budapest on Sunday. He has conceded defeat in a general election.
nytimes.com
US blockade of Iran would worsen global energy crisis, analysts say
While US military says it will blockade Iranian ports only, move would have ripples worldwide, according to analysts.
aljazeera.com
Protesters rally in Paris against ‘liberty-killing’ anti-Semitism bill
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Paris to oppose a proposed law aimed at combating ‘renewed forms’ of anti-Semitism.
aljazeera.com
4 Takeaways From Orban’s Defeat in Hungary’s Election
Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, center, at an election event for his political party, Fidesz, on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Gray whales are entering San Francisco Bay and many aren’t surviving
Gray whales are beginning to break their long-established migration patterns, venturing into risky new territory like San Francisco Bay as climate change disrupts their Arctic food supply. But this...
sciencedaily.com
To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students
A billboard promoting contract military service in the Russian army’s unmanned systems forces, in St. Petersburg, Russia, in January. Recruiters have been recruiting Russian university students as...
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To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students
A billboard promoting contract military service in the Russian army’s unmanned systems forces, in St. Petersburg, Russia, in January. Recruiters have been recruiting Russian university students as...
nytimes.com
Britney Spears enters rehab after March DUI arrest
Singer voluntarily enters facility after erratic driving incident, where she was found to have drugs and alcohol in her systemBritney Spears has entered a rehab facility after her arrest in March f...
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‘Endearing and enduring’: why Hot Fuzz is my feelgood movie
The latest in our ongoing series of writers highlighting their go-to comfort watches is a journey back to 2004 and the unusually violent village of SandfordWith the endless library of films we all...
theguardian.com
Elections and Defections Are Likely to Unshackle Canada’s Liberals
Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada at the Liberal Party’s convention in Montreal on Saturday. His agenda is focused on reducing Canada’s dependence on the United States.
nytimes.com
Keir Starmer defends plan for closer alignment with EU rules
PM rejects claim plan is integration with EU ‘by stealth’, saying changes will happen only if parliament passes lawUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has defended plans for the UK to ali...
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Cuba sent doctors. Washington sent a destroyer.
The US blockade is killing not just a failing state, but six decades of a small island extending global solidarity.
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Refugee in my own city: Surviving Tehran’s bombing, with my cat for company
Amid relentless bombings, Sana refuses to flee Tehran, clinging to resilience and fleeting moments of normalcy.
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‘So beautiful’: Rachel Zegler hails accessibility of Evita’s free balcony scene
Zegler won the Olivier award for best actress in a musical for her role in Jamie Lloyd’s ‘genius’ productionOlivier awards 2026: full list of winners‘I want to thank my amazing husband, who doesn’t...
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Ghanaian footballer Dominic Frimpong killed in armed attack on team bus
Berekum Chelsea's Dominic Frimpong died when armed robbers attacked the Ghana Premier League team travelling home.
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Why oil prices aren’t what you think – and what it means for global supply
Growing gap between physical and on-paper oil prices points to more serious energy shock than appreciated, analysts say.
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Britney Spears goes into rehab after driving under the influence arrest
The singer voluntarily checks herself into a treatment facility, three weeks before her court date.
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Starmer confirms UK will not support US blockade of strait of Hormuz – UK politics live
PM says opening waterway is ‘vital’ as he rules out any UK involvement in US moves to blockade straitGood morning. The parliamentary recess is over, the Iran war disaster isn’t, campaigning is ramp...
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As Carney eyes Liberal majority government, there are risks for him and Poilievre
By-elections on Monday could solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power but can his "big tent" party be too big?
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Time Hoppers: The Silk Road review – plucky kids’ time travel yarn takes in medieval Baghdad
Four children zip around to meet historical characters such as 9th-century mathematician Al-Khwarizmi, but there’s more educational value than entertainment valueThere are not many children’s anima...
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Trump attacks Pope over criticism of Iran war
The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".
bbc.com
Celebrations in Hungary after Orban ousted in landmark election
Celebrations broke out across Budapest after opposition leader Peter Magyar defeated Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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Iran war: What is happening on day 45 of the US-Iran conflict?
The move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz is the latest escalation in the war after failure to sign peace deal.
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Weir on World Cup dreams, coaching kids in Fife & Empire Biscuits
Real Madrid star Caroline Weir on the pull of home, working with the next generation in Fife and Scotland's bid to reach the 2027 World Cup.
bbc.com
Who is Israel’s US envoy leading talks with Lebanon?
Israel's envoy to the US has far-right ties and has engaged in contentious rhetoric during Lebanese peace negotiations.
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A $1.07 billion series!? Why Mets-Dodgers is most expensive matchup in MLB history
When New York and L.A. collide this week, big-money baseball will be on display at a never-seen-before level.
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NHL playoff watch: What's at stake in each of Monday's 10 matchups
There isn't much season left to determine playoff seeding and draft lottery order. Here's a rundown of what's on tap.
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Final 2026 NHL Awards Watch: Kucherov takes the lead for MVP
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.
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The case for the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's MVP trophy of record
Both the Lindsay and the Hart winner can be considered the league's best player.
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Iran War Live Updates: Oil Climbs Above $100 as U.S. Plans Hormuz Blockade
A vessel in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province on Sunday.
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Klopp, Luis Enrique are the only managers to fix Real Madrid, and why that's a problem
Finding a new manager who is capable of measuring up to Real Madrid's unique demands this summer will be tougher than ever before.
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The largest orbital compute cluster is open for business
Kepler Communications is flying 40 GPUs in Earth orbit. And its latest customer is Sophia Space.
techcrunch.com
And this one shows the police evicting me: the fabulous fabric visions of Elizabeth Allen
One of 17 children, she lived in a shack and devoted herself to needlework. Now her dazzling creations – showing everything from giant feet in Africa to the ‘fallen woman’ of Babylon – are being re...
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More majors ahead for Rory? McIlroy's six victories so far
Record-breaking victories, a career Grand Slam and going back-to-back at The Masters... we look back at all of Rory McIlroy's six major titles so far...
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'I don't make it easy!' - McIlroy savours 'incredible' Masters win
Rory McIlroy admitted that it would have been a ‘bitter pill to swallow’ to not turn a record-breaking halfway lead at The Masters into a historic title defence at Augusta National.
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Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week
How to Fail’s Elizabeth Day and historian Dan Jones dissect the mistakes of Richard VIII and Anne Boleyn. Plus, Kylie Jenner lets her guard down to Kid CudiHow to Fail’s Elizabeth Day teams up with...
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Walking Shadow by Greg Doran review – Shakespeare’s healing power
After the death of his husband, Antony Sher, the former RSC director embarks on a quest to see every First FolioThis is really two books in one. The first part consists of the diaries written by An...
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‘This scene is alive’: Abidjan art week showcases city as growing cultural hub
Late-night gallery tours and new venues signal a city staking its claim as a regional arts capitalOn a recent weekday evening, the doors of more than a dozen galleries and museums across Abidjan st...
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Chagrin Valley review – the ins and outs of care home life inside an uncanny artificial paradise
Beneath painted skies and birdsong, film-maker Nathalie Berger’s observational documentary exposes hidden labour and quiet turmoilIn the main hall of the Lantern, a retirement home in Ohio’s Chagri...
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Crowds gather ahead of iconic Indian singer's funeral
The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.
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‘Terrible for foreign policy’: Trump attacks Pope Leo after peace appeal
Leo, who last year became the first US-born pope, has emerged as an outspoken critic of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
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TV tonight: Zendaya, Jacob Elordi and Sydney Sweeney return in Euphoria
Buckle up for this third and final outing of the divisive high school drama series. Plus, the final episode of deadly comedy DTF St Louis. Here’s what to watch this eveningMonday, 9pm, Sky Atlantic...
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After Chaotic Election Day, Peru Orders 2nd Day of Voting for Some Areas
A presidential campaign event for Rafael López Aliaga, leader of the Popular Renewal Party, in Lima last Thursday.
nytimes.com
Private firms providing services to NHS made £1.6bn profit in two years, research finds
Exclusive: MPs say profit-making levels in England are ‘scandalous’ and call for cap on amount private companies can make from NHSPrivate firms providing services to the NHS including healthcare an...
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In the UK, Keir Starmer has few fans. I learned that in China it’s a very different story | Martin Rowson
The prime minister’s meal in a Yunnan restaurant in Beijing has spawned a national menu. The man has, bizarrely, become a phenomenonIt’s always heartening when people agree with you. I had Keir Sta...
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How a $75 billion windfall from Congress has insulated ICE
Last year, Congress approved $75 billion for immigration enforcement. That money has allowed ICE to operate nearly unfettered during a record-long shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
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The risks of Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade plan
Naval embargo designed to cut off Iran’s exports threatens to destabilise global energy markets
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Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends his bid for California governor amid assault allegations
U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell is suspending his campaign for governor of California, as he faces allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
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New report suggests Democrats have better odds in some upcoming Senate races
NPR's A Martinez asks Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report about a new report on the midterm outlook for U.S. Senate races.
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How JD Vance Tried and Failed to End the War in Iran That He Opposed
Vice President Vance arriving for a news conference after meeting with representatives from Pakistan and Iran in Islamabad on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Viktor Orban swept from power after 16 years ruling Hungary
In a record turnout at the polls, Hungarians have voted out their long-serving, far-right Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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Scientists were wrong about lifespan. Your genes matter way more than we thought
For years, scientists believed our lifespan was mostly shaped by environment and chance, with genetics playing only a minor role. But a new study from the Weizmann Institute flips that idea on its...
sciencedaily.com
China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
An electricity transmission hub is at the terminus in south-central China of the world’s longest and most powerful ultrahigh-voltage power line. Chinese companies dominate the manufacturing of near...
nytimes.com
Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars
An electric car made by Perodua, a Malaysian automaker, at a launch event in Kuala Lumpur in December.
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The incredible life of the ‘bird man’ refugee who brought tweets, chirps and trills to British radio
Ludwig Koch was once as influential as David Attenborough is today – a new film by his granddaughter sheds light on a tragic event in the naturalist’s life in Berlin before he fled the NazisIn his...
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‘A cauldron of people with their tops off!’ Goldie, Estelle, Courtney Pine, Flo and more pick great moments in Black British music
For its inaugural show, the V&A’s east London outpost is celebrating 125 years of Black music-making in Britain. We asked top performers to pick their favourite exhibitGoldie: Kemistry and Stor...
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UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation
Sir Keir Starmer is planning a law which will mean that the UK government can adopt EU single market rules, without them being voted on in Parliament.
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Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union
Celebrations in Budapest on Sunday after election results started coming in.
nytimes.com
Meta builds AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff
Chief executive is training and testing his own character as part of wider push to develop ‘personal superintelligence’
ft.com
Carson Block sees new dawn for short sellers in AI disruption
Muddy Waters founder says bets against US stocks will have ‘wind at their backs’ as technology upends markets
ft.com
Carmakers’ new weapon to tackle EV range anxiety
VW, Renault and BMW consider range-extended vehicles to entice drivers not ready for full electric switch
ft.com
Transfer rumors, news: 9 Premier League clubs eye Leicester wonderkid
Around half the teams in the Premier League want to sign Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Donald Trump lashes Pope Leo on social media for criticism of Iran war
The head of the Catholic Church has emerged as a leading voice of opposition against US foreign policy
ft.com
Black hole wakes after 100 million years and erupts like a cosmic volcano
A colossal “cosmic volcano” has erupted in deep space, as a supermassive black hole in galaxy J1007+3540 roars back to life after nearly 100 million years of silence. Astronomers captured stunning...
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Europe's greatest? McIlroy wants more as majors record nears
Rory McIlroy says "I don't want to stop here" after emerging victorious from a rollercoaster final round to retain the Masters and match European great Sir Nick Faldo's haul of six major titles.
bbc.com
Euphoria season three review – grubby, desperate and absolutely not worth the wait
What a relief that this is the end for Sam Levison’s grim drama. A show which was once blackly funny is now humourless torture pornTo say that season three of Euphoria is long-awaited would be some...
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Viktor Orbán's Hungarian experiment runs out of steam
Péter Magyar's historic win offers peace for a country exhausted by the tensions of Viktor Orbán's rule, Nick Thorpe reports from Budapest.
bbc.com
Oil prices surge past $103 a barrel after US announces blockade of Iran
Asian stocks fall as naval blockade threat injects new turmoil into financial markets.
aljazeera.com
Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar's Hungary election landslide
Viktor Orbán's 16 years in power is over, defeated by a 45-year-old ex-party insider who convinced a majority of Hungarians to oust him.
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How Rory McIlroy won second straight Masters title! | Story of a rollercoaster final round
Highlights of Rory McIlroy's final round from The Masters as a one-under par 71 won the Northern Irishman a second straight Green Jacket at Augusta National.
skysports.com
Forget daily pills. This shot works when blood pressure meds fail
A twice-yearly injection may soon change how high blood pressure is treated. In a global trial, patients receiving the experimental drug zilebesiran alongside standard therapy saw greater blood pre...
sciencedaily.com
Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with American pontiff
President Donald Trump delivered an extraordinary broadside against Pope Leo XIV on Sunday night, saying he didn't think the U.S.-born global leader of the Catholic Church is "doing a very good job."
npr.org
McIlroy WINS Masters after dramatic final hole!
Rory McIlroy defended The Masters after he made a bogey on his final-hole at Augusta.
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Oil jumps above $100 after US-Iran talks end without a deal
The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.
bbc.com
Iran war live: US military says it will block Iranian traffic in Hormuz
CENTCOM says the blockade will begin at 14:00 GMT, as Iran warns of even higher prices at the pump.
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