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Police Shoot Suspect After Woman Is Shot in Chester, Pennsylvania

An investigation is underway after a police officer shot a suspect Wednesday night in Chester, Pennsylvania, following a domestic-related incident in which a woman was shot, according to sources.

Flyers Beat Penguins 5-2 as Philadelphia Opens the Playoffs in Style

The Flyers topped Pittsburgh 5-2 and now lead the series 3-0. Philadelphia turned out in force to welcome the team back to the playoffs, with the Flyers looking like a group people can believe in again.

Mayfair Residents Say Rat Infestation Has Returned, Urge City to Help

Residents in Mayfair say rats are again showing up around homes, in trash, inside cars, and emerging from burrows onto private property. They are asking the city for help dealing with the infestation.

ISIS Urges Copycat Attacks After Bondi Beach Massacre

ISIS has used its English-language Voice of Khurasan publication to urge Muslims to copy the Bondi Beach massacre, describing it as an “instruction manual” for future attacks. The newsletter praised the alleged attackers, repeated extremist anti-Jewish rhetoric, and said the violence should be seen as a model for others. Australian security analysts say the piece is the kind of material that can inspire further attacks, while Naveed Akram remains in custody facing nearly 60 charges and his father was killed at the scene.

Albany Unified School District Approves Race-Targeted Student Programs and Trip

Albany Unified School District approved a $42,845 trip to Virginia for students described in district materials as “young men and women of color,” including visits to historically Black colleges and Civil Rights sites. District records also show programs and staff training focused on students and employees the district considers historically underserved, plus hiring efforts aimed at a more diverse workforce. A district spokesperson said the trip was open to any student who met academic requirements, while critics argued the district should focus on individual need rather than race-based grouping.

Darrell Sheets' Death Under Investigation Amid Cyberbullying Claims

Police are investigating the death of former Storage Wars star Darrell Sheets after he was found dead at his Arizona home from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Fellow cast member Rene Nezhoda said Sheets had recently faced online harassment, and police say those cyberbullying claims are part of the active investigation.

Second Philadelphia man pleads guilty in Brinks armored truck robberies

Dante Shackleford, 26, of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to charges tied to four Brinks truck robberies and attempted robberies in Philadelphia and Elkins Park between July and October 2025. Prosecutors say he admitted to one completed robbery, three attempted robberies, and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. A co-defendant, Mujahid Davis, pleaded guilty earlier in the case. Shackleford faces a mandatory minimum of seven years in prison and could get life, with sentencing set for Aug. 11.

Britain Told to Start Preparing for Mass Mobilization Now, New Defense Report Warns

A new RUSI report warns that Britain should begin preparing for mass mobilisation now or risk being caught unready, saying the window for orderly action is limited. It argues the Army may need to double in size to meet the threat from Russia, urges ministers to expand recruitment and reserve capacity without delay, and says conscription is not practical for now. The Ministry of Defence says recruitment is improving and points to higher defence spending, pay rises, housing upgrades, and changes to recruitment rules.

Two Republicans Break With Party as GOP Blocks Health Care Cost Amendment

Senate Republicans voted down an amendment from Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer that would have created a point of order against future budget reconciliation bills unless they lowered Americans’ out-of-pocket health care costs. Two Republicans broke with the party and supported the measure, but it still failed.

Video Shows Rescue Attempt as Man Is Trapped in Burning Exeter Township Home

Video captured a dramatic rescue effort at a burning home in Exeter Township. A neighbor said he and others tried to save the man by breaking a window, but were unable to get him out.

Nick Fuentes Roasts Two Loyal Followers After CNN Interview

White nationalist pundit Nick Fuentes attacked two of his devoted followers online after they represented his community in a CNN interview. A tidy little reward for loyalty: show up, take the hit, and get mocked anyway.

Merck and Google Cloud Sign a $1 Billion AI Deal

Merck has signed a multi-year agreement with Google Cloud worth up to $1 billion to strengthen its digital infrastructure and expand its use of agentic AI. The platform will be rolled out across research and development, manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions as part of a broader push to speed up drug development.

Cisco Reportedly in Talks to Buy Non-Human Identity Startup Astrix Security

Cisco’s cybersecurity acquisition streak may be picking up again. The company is reportedly in talks to acquire New York-based Astrix Security, a non-human identity startup, for between $250 million and $350 million. That would be at least a 25% premium to Astrix’s last valuation of about $200 million and could help Cisco expand beyond authentication, ITDR, and ISPM.

Trump Looks for a New Iran Strategy After Backing Away from a Ceasefire Threat

President Trump is now in a holding pattern after backing away from his earlier threats against Iran. He unilaterally extended a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday and is trying to find an off-ramp to the war that would let him declare victory.

Trump Administration Settles FISA Spying Claims With Carter Page

The Trump administration told the Supreme Court it has settled former campaign adviser Carter Page’s claims against the United States over alleged FISA surveillance abuses. The Justice Department says the agreement moots that part of the case, though Page’s claims against individual officials are still separate. The dispute stems from FBI surveillance warrants that later drew inspector general criticism for serious errors, omissions, and inaccurate information.

Virginia attorney general says he will appeal order blocking certification of redistricting referendum

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones says he will appeal an injunction blocking certification of the state’s voter-approved redistricting referendum. In a statement posted on X, Jones said Virginia voters have spoken and argued that a judge should not be able to override their vote.

Tesla Posts Mixed First-Quarter Results as Musk Pushes AI and Robot Strategy

Tesla reported first-quarter earnings with some results beating expectations, but other key areas fell short and the stock did not get much of a lift. The company said there is still “significant effort and hard work” ahead to reach its goals, while Elon Musk continues promoting a shift toward humanoid robots and self-driving robotaxis as the core car business faces tougher competition and political backlash.

New Jersey GOP Congressman Tom Kean Jr. Has Missed Nearly 50 Votes Amid Health Concerns

Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who represents New Jersey’s most competitive district, has not voted since March 5 and has missed nearly 50 roll call votes. His team says he is dealing with unspecified health issues, and even fellow Republicans say they do not know where he has been for the past month.

Deported South American Migrants Say They’re Being Pressured to Return Home From the DRC

Rights advocates accuse the Trump administration of using third-country deportations to pressure asylum seekers into giving up their claims and going home. The migrants deported to the Democratic Republic of Congo say they are now facing that pressure firsthand.

Pentagon Says Navy Secretary John Phelan Is Out Immediately

The Pentagon says Navy Secretary John Phelan is out, effective immediately, as of Wednesday evening.

House Republicans Worry Their Own Redistricting Push Could Backfire

Some House Republicans are openly questioning Donald Trump’s mid-decade redistricting push after Democrats’ wins in Virginia, worrying the GOP’s map-drawing game could wind up helping Democrats. A rare moment of honesty from a party that usually treats political cartography like it’s a sacred rite.

Appeals Court Blocks California ICE Identification Law

A federal appeals court blocked California from forcing ICE and other federal immigration officers to wear visible identification while on patrol. The Ninth Circuit said the state law tried to regulate the federal government directly and violated the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, permanently barring the section from taking effect.

Warren Clashes With CNBC Over Fed Independence

Sen. Elizabeth Warren pushed back on CNBC after being compared to Trump in her support for Fed nominees aligned with her views. Warren said Trump is trying to control the Federal Reserve, while nominee Kevin Warsh said the central bank must stay independent and rejected being anyone’s “human sock puppet.”

Trump Weighs Iran Deal That Could Resurrect Parts of the Old Nuclear Agreement

The Trump administration is considering a deal with Iran that could return billions in frozen assets and let limits on Tehran’s nuclear program eventually expire. After years of attacking the earlier agreement, Trump is now circling many of the same trade-offs while looking for an exit from the war he started with airstrikes more than seven weeks ago.

Unauthorized Users Access Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview

Bloomberg reports that an unauthorized group gained access to Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview and has been using it since the company disclosed the model existed. Anthropic had said the model was too dangerous to release publicly, though a source said the users have not been using it to probe for vulnerabilities.

UK Intelligence Says Nation-State Cyberattacks Keep Surging

British intelligence officials say they are investigating about four major cyber incidents a week, and most serious cases involve nation-state actors. Their broader point is bleak and familiar: the attackers keep evolving at roughly the same pace as the technology they abuse.

Teenager Sentenced in Worcester Rape and Assault Case

A teenage boy has been sentenced to five years and three months in custody after admitting rape and assault by penetration in Worcester. The court heard he attacked a 17-year-old girl in Cripplegate Park last August, and the judge said he posed a high risk of offending again.

John Aylor Gets 45 Years for Mother’s Killing

A Hillsborough County judge sentenced John Aylor to 45 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and armed burglary in the 2024 killing of his mother, Julie Aylor. Prosecutors said he entered her Brandon home through a dog door, attacked her with a knife, and fled while two children were inside.

Judge Tosses Sean Combs’ $100 Million Suit Against NBCUniversal

A New York Supreme Court judge ruled that Sean Combs’ $100 million lawsuit against NBCUniversal should be dismissed, saying the case lacked merit. A clean judicial way of saying: no, that is not going anywhere.

Fetterman Says Virginia Redistricting Fight Leaves Everyone Worse Off

Sen. John Fetterman criticized Virginia Democrats’ redistricting push after voters narrowly approved it, saying the tit-for-tat map drawing with Texas hurts everyone and “degrades” democracy. The measure passed 51% to 49% and could help Democrats win 10 of Virginia’s 11 House seats, with the new map set to remain in place through the 2030 census.

Trend Micro Builds Company-Wide Memory for Its Bedrock Chatbot with Neptune and Mem0

Trend Micro says it is using Amazon Bedrock, Amazon Neptune, Amazon OpenSearch Service, and Mem0 to give its enterprise chatbot persistent, company-specific memory. The setup is designed to combine short-term conversation context with long-term organizational knowledge, so the bot can answer more accurately, keep memory up to date, and let users approve or reject stored memories. The company says the system is still being evaluated and tuned, with future work planned on broader graph coverage, update pipelines, and multilingual support.

Report Says Black Children Are Eight Times More Likely Than White Children to Be Strip-Searched by Police

A new report says strip searches by police have gone down overall, but ethnic disparities remain. Black children are still eight times more likely than white children to be strip-searched.

Central Asian leaders support proposal for a UN water agency

Leaders from across Central Asia are backing a proposal to create a UN water agency, while representatives from Georgia, Armenia, Mongolia, and Azerbaijan are also taking part in talks on regional environmental priorities.

Former Premier League player Michail Antonio found guilty over failure to name driver in speeding case

Michail Antonio has been found guilty in his absence of failing to tell police who was driving his Lamborghini when it was caught speeding in Birmingham. Prosecutors did not pursue the speeding charge itself, but the conviction leaves the former West Ham forward facing a possible driving ban when he is sentenced on June 19. Antonio had been hospitalized after a serious crash in December 2024, and he has six points on his licence.

Israeli settlers block Palestinian children from reaching school in the West Bank

In the West Bank, Palestinian students are being blocked from getting to school near Umm al-Khair village. Students, teachers, and families are holding daily peaceful sit-ins at the fence site in protest.

Supreme Court Revives Veteran’s Lawsuit Over Afghanistan Bombing

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to let wounded Army veteran Winston Tyler Hencely keep pursuing his lawsuit against military contractor Fluor over a 2016 suicide bombing at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. Writing for the majority, Clarence Thomas said contractors are not automatically shielded from liability just because the alleged misconduct happened in a war zone. The case now goes back to lower court, while Justices Alito, Roberts, and Kavanaugh dissented.

Iran’s Leaders Debate War and Peace After Trump Extends Ceasefire

State television is pushing the line that Iranians want more war, while others inside the country are urging restraint, reason, and moderation after Trump extended the ceasefire.

ICE Detains South Carolina Man Charged With Child Sexual Abuse and Incest

ICE has issued a detainer for 43-year-old Mexican national Luis Armando Argueta Montejo after South Carolina authorities say a minor victim was found in labor outside a hospital parking lot. Police say Montejo is charged with incest and three counts of criminal sexual conduct with a child, and investigators believe the abuse may have occurred over several years. The minor and newborn have been placed in protective custody, and Montejo is being held in jail on an $80,000 bond.

Bolivia’s cacao farmers push back against gold mining and win local protections

In Bolivia’s biodiverse northwest, cacao farmers and communities are passing laws to restrict mining as rising gold prices drive environmental damage. Producers in the Ceibo organic cacao cooperative say their agroforestry model helps protect both cacao quality and the land from gold mining.

Fed chair nominee Warsh denies being Trump’s puppet at Senate hearing

Kevin Warsh, the nominee to lead the U.S. Federal Reserve, told senators he has not promised to cut interest rates in exchange for the job. His remarks came after President Trump publicly pressed for immediate monetary easing, turning the hearing into a small referendum on whether the Fed still gets to pretend it’s independent.

Iran Seizes Two Container Ships in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it seized two container ships on Wednesday in the contested Strait of Hormuz, Iranian media reported, hours after President Trump said he was extending a cease-fire.

Exail and JFD sign pre-bid agreement to support Royal Navy mine countermeasures

French autonomous systems firm Exail and underwater capability specialist JFD have signed a pre-bid agreement to explore a long-term UK-based partnership supporting Royal Navy mine countermeasure capabilities. The plan combines Exail’s autonomous systems with JFD’s maintenance, training, and in-service support work, but it is not yet a contract. The companies say the collaboration is aimed at sustaining hybrid manned and unmanned mine warfare capabilities as the Royal Navy shifts toward that model.

Mexico Tightens Security at Tourist Sites After Shooting Near Pyramids Ahead of World Cup

Mexico says it is increasing security at tourist sites after a man opened fire on tourists at pyramids outside Mexico City. The move comes less than two months before the FIFA World Cup.

Starmer and Badenoch clash over Mandelson evidence as UK inflation rises to 3.3%

Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch sparred over Olly Robbins’ evidence about Mandelson, while Downing Street would not say whether it had considered offering Matthew Doyle a diplomatic post. Separately, UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March after the Iran war pushed fuel prices up sharply, adding more pressure to the cost of living.

Trump Gives Iran a Few Days to Resume Talks

President Trump is giving Iran a short window of three to five days to unify behind a counteroffer and return to negotiations, according to a U.S. source. The ceasefire he extended Tuesday is not open-ended.

Iran attacks three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seizes two after Trump extends ceasefire

Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seized two of them, according to Iranian media, escalating pressure on a waterway that carries about 20% of the world’s oil and gas. The attack came after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran while keeping its blockade on Iranian ports, leaving talks uncertain and raising fears of further disruption to global energy supplies.

Virginia Voters Approve Redistricting Plan That Could Help Democrats Gain Four House Seats

Virginia voters approved a mid-decade redistricting plan on Tuesday that could give Democrats an edge in the November midterms by helping them win up to four additional House seats.

Pilots Take Evasive Action After Two Planes Nearly Collide While Landing at JFK

A plane landing at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport strayed into the flight path of a jet approaching a parallel runway, setting off collision alarms and forcing pilots to take evasive action.

France’s secure documents agency investigates a possible data breach after criminals claim 19 million records

France’s National Agency for Secure Documents says it is looking into a potential data spill after government officials acknowledged an incident. Meanwhile, sellers on an online forum claim they have obtained 19 million records, which they say could cover up to a third of the country’s ID information.

Gary Wilson says his snooker struggles are getting worse after World Championship exit

Gary Wilson says his problems with the yips are worsening after a first-round 10-5 defeat to Judd Trump at the World Snooker Championship. The 40-year-old said he feels “completely lost,” described his cueing as awful, and pushed back at commentators he believes are misreading his issues as a simple confidence problem. Wilson said he is seeking outside help, but insists the problem is technical rather than mental.

LIV Golf Says Saudi Funding Is Secure Despite New Rumours

LIV Golf’s president of business operations, Chris Heck, rejected speculation that the league is facing financial trouble, saying it is “funded” and operating as usual. His comments came as reports continued to question whether Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will keep backing the circuit beyond the current season, though LIV’s leadership says the league remains confident and players have publicly downplayed the rumours.

US Treasury Blocks Nearly $500 Million Cash Shipment to Iraq

The US Treasury blocked a plane carrying nearly $500 million in US banknotes, as part of a move to halt shipment of Iraq’s oil dollars in an effort to curb Iran-linked groups.

Mexico Pledges Security at Tourist Sites After Shooting

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said security will be increased at tourist sites after a shooting, and acknowledged that the archaeological site outside Mexico City did not have measures in place to prevent the attack.

World’s Biggest Condom Maker Plans Price Hike Amid Iran War

Malaysia-based Karex, which makes more than five billion condoms a year and supplies brands including Durex and Trojan, is set to raise prices as the Iran war pushes costs higher.

Bangladesh’s New Parliament Rolls Back Reforms Introduced After Student-Led Protests

Bangladesh’s new parliament has reversed several accountability reforms introduced after Hasina’s ouster. The changes were meant to improve oversight, but lawmakers have now rolled them back.

Major Study Finds Childhood Mental Health Risks Differ Between City and Rural Upbringing

A major study finds that where children grow up can shape mental health in different ways. Children raised in rural areas were more likely to show depression, withdrawal, and emotional problems, while children in cities were more likely to develop behavioural issues such as ADHD.

World’s Biggest Condom Maker Warns Prices Could Rise as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supplies

Karex, the world’s largest condom manufacturer, says prices could rise by 30% or more if the Iran conflict keeps disrupting access to key production materials. The Malaysian company, which makes more than five billion condoms a year for brands like Durex and Trojan and for public health suppliers, says manufacturing costs, freight charges, and shipping delays have all climbed as supply chains are hit by the unrest.

Consumer group prepares legal challenge to FCA’s £9.1bn car loan compensation scheme

Consumer Voice is preparing to take the Financial Conduct Authority to court over its £9.1bn redress scheme for victims of the UK car loan scandal. The group’s lawyers have notified the FCA that they plan to challenge the programme, arguing it is inadequate and would leave drivers shortchanged.

TikTok videos featuring toddlers in skincare routines raise exploitation fears

Guardian analysis found children as young as two appearing in TikTok skincare videos, prompting concern about how far the beauty industry reaches online and how little protection exists for child influencers. In a review of 7,600 skincare-related posts, 400 featured children believed to be under 13, including at least 90 posts with under-fives such as babies and toddlers.

April 22, 2005: Zacarias Moussaoui Pleads Guilty to Charges Tied to the Sept. 11 Attacks

On April 22, 2005, Zacarias Moussaoui, the only man charged in the United States in connection with the September 11, 2001 attacks, pleaded guilty and was later sentenced to life in prison.

World’s Biggest Condom Maker Plans Price Increase Over Iran War Costs

Malaysia-based Karex, which makes more than five billion condoms a year and supplies brands including Durex and Trojan, says it plans to raise prices because of costs linked to the Iran war.

Angus Council rejects claims that a former care home will become a 35-bed migrant HMO

Angus councillors have delayed a final decision on a plan to convert the former Lochbank Manor care home in Forfar into a 35-bed house in multiple occupation, opting instead to visit the site first. The proposal has drawn more than 600 objections, though the council says around 160 were later redacted for containing claims that were inaccurate or likely to provoke unrest. The developer and the council both say there is no indication the building will house asylum seekers.

Virginia Voters Approve Redistricting Plan That Could Add House Seats for Democrats

Virginia voters approved a congressional redistricting plan that could help Democrats win up to four additional U.S. House seats in this year’s midterm elections.

Supreme Court to review whether green-card holders charged with crimes can be put on parole after reentry

The Supreme Court will decide whether legal permanent residents who are charged with a crime can be placed on parole if they leave the country and then return. The case could affect how green-card holders are treated at the border after a criminal charge.

Virginia Voters Approve Amendment for New Congressional Map

Virginia voters narrowly approved a constitutional amendment that clears the way for a new congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. The new map is expected to favor Democrats.

Tehran Holds Military Parades as Ceasefire Deadline Approaches

Videos show large crowds attending a military parade in Tehran on Tuesday as the US-Iran ceasefire deadline approached.

Police Investigate Arson Attack on Jewish-Owned Shop in Watford

Police are investigating an arson attack at a Jewish-owned shop in Watford after a fire door was set alight and graffiti was left on a building on Lower High Street. Officers are looking for a group of young men seen nearby around the time of the incident and are asking witnesses to share any mobile phone, dashcam, or doorbell footage. Police say they believe it was an isolated incident and not linked to recent arson attacks in London.

CIA Officers Among Four Dead in Mexico Crash After Anti-Drug Operation

Two CIA officers were reportedly killed in a traffic crash in northern Mexico that also left two Mexican officials dead. The vehicle went off a road, fell into a ravine, and caught fire after the group had taken part in follow-up work tied to a major anti-drug operation. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a review of whether the joint cooperation followed national security rules, and authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash.

Five EU Countries Could Cut Energy Bills by 58% Thanks to Clean Power

Consumers in five European Union countries are set to save up to €8.5 billion on energy bills this year compared with countries using the dirtiest energy mix, thanks to cleaner power generation.

Trump Says Iran Is Keeping the Strait of Hormuz Closed to ‘Save Face’

President Trump criticized Iran over the Strait of Hormuz shortly after announcing an extension of the ceasefire with Tehran. He said Iran does not want the waterway closed because it would cut off major oil revenue, and claimed the closure is being kept up to avoid embarrassment.

Indonesia Grants Legal Recognition to Domestic Workers After 22-Year Fight

Indonesia has legally recognised domestic workers after a 22-year campaign. The country is home to about 4.2 million domestic workers, and nearly 90% are women.

Meta employees reportedly unhappy about surveillance software on work computers

Meta is reportedly installing surveillance software on employees’ work computers to help build its AI systems. The move has sparked frustration among staff, adding a little irony to a company famous for watching everyone else online.

Gunman Who Shot Tourists at Mexico’s Teotihuacan Pyramids Carried Columbine-Related Materials

Mexican authorities say the gunman who opened fire on tourists at the Teotihuacan pyramids carried materials apparently related to the 1999 Columbine High School shooting. The attack killed a Canadian woman and left at least 13 other people injured.

Family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez speaks out after D4vd is charged with her murder

Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s family released its first public statement on Tuesday after singer D4vd was charged with the 14-year-old’s murder and pleaded not guilty.

Police Search for Nine Teen Suspects After Attack on Temple University Student

Philadelphia police are investigating after a group of nine juveniles allegedly chased a Temple University student into Morgan Hall South early on April 19 and attacked him in the lobby. The student suffered minor injuries and declined treatment, while a university security officer was also attacked but not hurt. Authorities have released images of the suspects, are reviewing CCTV, and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Netflix Reportedly in Talks to Buy Radford Studio Center in Los Angeles

Netflix is reportedly in talks to acquire the Radford Studio Center in Los Angeles. No deal has been announced.

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 short-haul flights to reduce costs and fuel use

Lufthansa says it will cut 20,000 unprofitable short-haul flights through October, citing the cost of jet fuel. The airline says the move is meant to save money.

Coral reefs across the Pacific are linked by larval “superhighways,” study finds

A study of 850 reefs across the southwestern Pacific says only a handful act as key hubs that connect coral populations and help reefs recover after heatwaves and other damage. The researchers found the Coral Sea reefs are important links, and Lord Howe Island may be a climate refuge, but its isolation also makes it less connected to the wider network. The findings argue for protecting these reefs and the ocean corridors between them as one connected system, not as separate reserves.

Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire but a Diplomatic Deal Still Looks Distant

Barbara Slavin says extending the ceasefire with Iran is a relief, but it does not mean a broader diplomatic solution is close. Trump is still, as she puts it, in a quandary.

Philadelphia Rideshare Tax Proposal Sparks Debate Over School Funding

Philadelphia councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. said he supports fully funding schools, but questioned how the rideshare tax proposal would affect that goal. The debate is now focused on whether the plan actually delivers the money it promises.

British food makers warn EU trade reset could leave chips and cakes unsellable

Food industry leaders say a proposed UK-EU food trade deal could force British producers to follow more than 400 EU rule changes, with some products made under current UK rules potentially becoming unsellable. The Food and Drink Federation says that could affect long production chains for items like oven chips and cakes, and is urging ministers to allow transition periods so food already in supply chains can still be sold. The government says the deal will deliver billions for British industry and that a smooth transition is essential.

FBI Director Kash Patel Shouts at Reporter Amid Questions Over His Performance

FBI Director Kash Patel got into a shouting match with a reporter while defending his job performance after a report in The Atlantic alleged excessive alcohol use by him. The exchange came as questions about his conduct intensified.

Texas Can Require Public Schools to Display the Ten Commandments, Appeals Court Rules

A federal appeals court has ruled that Texas can enforce its 2025 law requiring public schools to display donated posters of the Ten Commandments. The decision clears the way for the state to carry out the mandate in public schools.

Police: Arkansas Father and Mother Charged in Death of 2-Month-Old Son After Severe Beating

Police in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, say Gabrielle Elaine Ayers and Timothy Mark Martin are charged in the death of their 2-month-old son, Sebastian Ayers. Investigators allege the baby suffered a skull fracture and other severe injuries, and that both adults knew he was badly hurt but did not seek medical care. Martin allegedly claimed the injury happened while removing the infant from a car seat, while witnesses said the baby appeared badly injured and was given Tylenol instead of treatment.

Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Administration Policies Targeting Renewable Energy

A federal judge in Massachusetts issued a preliminary injunction stopping the government from enforcing several Trump administration policies that would have made it harder for renewable energy projects. The ruling applies to members of regional trade groups that challenged the policies.

Florida attorney general launches criminal investigation into OpenAI and issues subpoenas

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said Tuesday he has opened a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT and served the company with subpoenas. He said the probe, which began earlier this month, is connected to a fatal shooting case in Florida.

Israeli Rabbi Who Documented Bulldozing in Gaza Chosen as Torchbearer

Avraham Zarbiv, an Israeli rabbi who has publicly documented his bulldozing work in Gaza, was honored as a torchbearer on Israel’s Independence Day.

Forecast Gives Democrats a Strong Chance to Take the House and a Shot at the Senate

The Economist’s midterm forecast says Democrats have a 95% chance of flipping the House and a 46% chance of taking the Senate. The model points to Democrats leading generic congressional polls by about 53% to 47%, which could translate into a big House gain if that lead holds nationwide.

Video Shows Israeli Soldiers Singing National Anthem on the Ruins of a Lebanese Town

Israeli soldiers were seen singing the Israeli national anthem on the ruins of a demolished town in southern Lebanon.

Man accused of crashing motorcycle with 7-year-old daughter on gas tank and leaving hospital before she was cleared

Police say Dallas Coburn crashed his motorcycle in Canton Township on April 13 while his 7-year-old daughter was riding on the gas tank, leaving the child injured in the roadway. Authorities say he yelled at another driver, left the scene, later showed signs of intoxication at the hospital, refused a blood test, and then took his daughter out before she was medically cleared. He faces charges including child endangerment, DUI, reckless endangerment, and tampering with evidence, and police say a warrant has been issued for his arrest.

EU-funded NETTAG+ project targets ghost fishing gear in the seas and oceans

The EU-funded NETTAG+ project is working to reduce fishing waste and limit its impact on marine life. The effort relies on fishermen as key allies in tackling the problem of ghost gear on the ocean floor.

EU Top Court Says Hungary Broke EU Law With Anti-LGBTQ Reforms

The European Union’s top court ruled Tuesday that Hungary’s anti-LGBTQ laws violated the bloc’s anti-discrimination values. The decision adds fresh legal pressure over reforms that have drawn criticism for targeting LGBTQ people.

JD Vance’s Pakistan Trip Is Delayed as Iran Talks Continue

Vice President JD Vance’s trip to Pakistan for negotiations was delayed on Tuesday. President Trump said he expects either bombing or a “great deal” as the Iran talks continue.

Voting Rights Activists Sue Trump Administration Over DOJ Requests for State Voter Lists

Voting rights activists sued the Trump administration over Justice Department efforts to obtain registered voter lists from states. They say the move is an attempt to take over and subvert November’s midterm elections, after Trump called for the elections to be “nationalized.”

Graham unveils budget blueprint for immigration enforcement push

Senate Budget Chair Lindsey Graham rolled out a fiscal blueprint that begins Republicans’ two-step plan to move an immigration enforcement bill through party lines. The goal is to fund ICE, Border Patrol, and related agencies, and get it to President Trump by his self-imposed June 1 deadline.

Court throws out challenge to police use of live facial recognition

A court dismissed a legal challenge to the Metropolitan Police’s use of live facial recognition. The claim argued the technology could be used arbitrarily or in a discriminatory way, but the challenge did not succeed.

Cherfilus-McCormick faces possible House expulsion over ethics findings

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick could face expulsion after a House Ethics Committee hearing expected Tuesday, with possible discipline tied to findings of financial misconduct. Rep. Greg Steube says he will push an expulsion vote, while Cherfilus-McCormick says she will not resign. The dispute follows an ethics trial that found more than two dozen violations and a separate federal indictment involving alleged misuse of FEMA-related funds, a straw donor scheme, and a false tax return charge.

Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire

President Trump said he does not want to extend the ceasefire with Iran as it nears its deadline, telling CNBC there is not enough time. Potential peace talks in Pakistan remain unsettled, with Vice President Vance involved as Trump’s top negotiator.

Chicago car explodes during suspected street takeover

A car exploded during a suspected street takeover in Chicago’s Gresham neighborhood over the weekend. Police said the crowd scattered when officers arrived early Sunday morning, and no injuries or arrests were reported. The episode comes as the city deals with a wave of similar takeovers and warnings from Mayor Brandon Johnson about violent teen gatherings.

Tory MP invokes A Few Good Men in Mandelson scandal debate

During a parliamentary debate on the Peter Mandelson scandal, Tory MP Dr. Luke Evans quoted A Few Good Men and argued that responsibility should fall on those in authority when subordinates act on their direction. His comments came as criticism mounted over the Prime Minister’s handling of the scandal, alongside fresh revelations about the vetting process and Sir Olly Robbins’ testimony.

EU prepares to boost jet fuel imports from the U.S.

The EU says it will increase jet fuel imports from the United States as officials watch for possible supply problems. Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas said there are no signs of an actual shortage yet, but the bloc is preparing to move quickly, including possibly using emergency stocks if disruptions emerge.

Trump reportedly floats preemptive pardons for administration officials

President Trump has reportedly boasted that he could issue preemptive presidential pardons to hundreds, possibly thousands, of administration staff and officials. The claim raises fresh questions about how far the pardon power could be stretched, and whether it might shield unethical or illegal conduct before any charges are filed.

Pope Leo XIV clashes with Trump and GOP over war and immigration

Pope Leo XIV is criticizing Trump and Republicans for invoking Christianity to justify war and for their treatment of immigrants. He is calling for an end to the conflict and urging grace, charity, and forgiveness. Subtle reminder, apparently, that the Sermon on the Mount did not come with a campaign logo.

Pentagon ends mandatory flu vaccine requirement for troops

The Pentagon is ending the mandatory flu vaccine requirement for service members, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday. The change is being framed as giving troops more medical autonomy and more freedom to express religious convictions.