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Royal Holloway pro-Palestine activists face scrutiny over alleged ‘jihad’ chat messages

At Royal Holloway, members of a Friends of Palestine group chat were reported to have posted messages praising Iran’s regime, calling Israel a “rabid dog,” and asking students whether they would “go for jihad.” A Jewish student said the messages made him feel unsafe and described a campus culture where antisemitic comments are treated differently depending on who makes them. The university said it is aware of the claims and will investigate them through the proper channels.

UK AI Safety Institute Says Claude Mythos Is Strong at Finding Security Flaws

The UK’s AI Safety Institute published an independent evaluation of Claude Mythos Preview’s cyber capabilities and said it backs Anthropic’s claim that the model is exceptionally good at identifying security vulnerabilities. The report also suggests a simple, expensive reality: the more tokens spent, the better the results, which creates a clear incentive to invest heavily in security reviews. One side effect is that open source libraries may become more valuable, since the cost of securing them can be shared across many users.

Goldman Sachs Says It Is Testing Anthropic’s Mythos Model With Extra Security Controls

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon says the bank is “hyper-aware” of the advanced capabilities of Anthropic’s Mythos model and is working with Anthropic and security vendors on controls. The concern is that the model could be used to speed up cyberattacks, so the bank says it is testing the technology with defenses in mind.

Appeals Court Blocks Judge Boasberg From Continuing Contempt Probe of Trump Administration

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has stopped U.S. District Judge James Boasberg from holding contempt hearings involving the Trump administration.

Gallego Says He Regrets Friendship With Swalwell After Misconduct Allegations

Sen. Ruben Gallego said he deeply regrets his friendship with Rep. Eric Swalwell and that it clouded his judgment after Swalwell was accused of sexual misconduct violations. Gallego said Swalwell lied to everyone and denied knowing about any wrongdoing.

Senate Republicans Plan Budget Vote to Advance Funding for ICE and Border Patrol

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he plans to bring a budget resolution to the floor as soon as next week. The move would set up Republicans to bypass a Democratic filibuster and advance funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol.

Florida Surgeon Indicted for Manslaughter After Fatal Spleen Surgery Error

A Florida surgeon has been indicted by a grand jury on a manslaughter charge after prosecutors said he removed a 70-year-old patient’s liver instead of his spleen during an August 2024 operation. The patient, William Bryan of Alabama, died on the operating table.

Israeli Ambassador Praises Talks With Lebanon

The Israeli ambassador described the talks with Lebanon as a “wonderful exchange.” The details say Lebanon was pulled into the wider Iran war on March 2 after Hezbollah attacked Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Swalwell and Gonzales officially resign from the House amid sexual misconduct allegations

Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales both officially resigned from Congress on Tuesday after uproar over sexual misconduct allegations. The House clerk read notices confirming Gonzales’s resignation effective at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday and Swalwell’s effective at 2 p.m. the same day.

Annuity Buyers Break Even Seven Years Faster as Rates Hit a 17-Year High

Pensioners buying annuities are now getting their money back much faster, with a typical 65-year-old investing £100,000 breaking even after 14 years, down from 21 years in 2021. The improvement comes as annuity rates hit their highest level in 17 years, lifted by higher interest rates and gilt yields. Demand has also risen, with FCA data showing annuity sales up 29% from 2021-22 to 2024-25.

Hull Grooming Gang Probe Closed Without Charges

Humberside Police has closed its investigation into grooming gangs in Hull after reviewing all available evidence and finding no basis for charges. The case, reopened in 2022 with fresh funding and specialist support, had already gone through an earlier phase that ended without charges despite 34 arrests. Victims are due to meet police chiefs in the coming days to discuss why the investigation has been shut down.

Immanuel College to Close After VAT on Private School Fees Adds to Financial Pressures

Immanuel College, a Jewish independent school in Bushey, says it will permanently close at the end of the academic year after more than 30 years. Governors say rising costs, falling enrolment, and Labour’s new 20% VAT on private school fees have pushed the school beyond rescue, despite attempts to cut costs and seek outside funding. The college, which charges annual fees of £29,700, says it will support students through GCSE and A-level exams next summer.

Spain finalizes amnesty measures to legalize up to 500,000 immigrants

Spain has finalized amnesty measures that could give legal status to as many as 500,000 immigrants. Many of those affected are from Latin America or African countries and work in key sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and services.

Pope Leo XIV Starts His Africa Trip in Algeria With a Message of Peace

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria on Monday to begin his Africa trip, visiting the ancient home of St. Augustine of Hippo and delivering a message of peace.

Aircraft Rolls Back and Damages Aerobridge at Melbourne Airport

A China Airlines Airbus A350 rolled backward on the runway at Melbourne Airport and hit an aerobridge, ripping off the front left boarding door. No passengers or crew were injured because everyone had already disembarked, but the flight to Taipei was cancelled while engineers assess the damage. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau says it is reviewing the incident as a significant ground event.

EU auditors question new fund for polluting industries backed by carbon border tax

EU auditors say the Temporary Decarbonisation Fund, which would use revenue from the EU’s carbon border tax to help heavy industry manage the energy transition, may not actually push much new green investment. In other words, the EU may have found a way to tax pollution and still end up with the usual paperwork and wishful thinking.

Lawyer asks court to preserve records returned to Mar-a-Lago after DOJ memo on Trump records

A national security lawyer has asked a federal judge for an expedited preservation order for presidential records reportedly returned to Mar-a-Lago, arguing that a Justice Department legal opinion on the Presidential Records Act leaves those materials at risk of destruction. The filing says the government has refused to agree that the records at Mar-a-Lago are in its custody, and the lawyer says that makes court intervention necessary to protect records tied to a FOIA request.

White House Budget Proposal Would Cut NASA Science Funding by 47%

The White House’s latest budget request would cut NASA’s science budget by 47% and its overall funding by 23%. The proposal is drawing criticism for its lack of detail, including no breakdown of which missions would be cut and errors such as listing the canceled Mars Sample Return mission and misstating funding for the James Webb Space Telescope. Congress rejected the earlier NASA budget proposal, and lawmakers are again expected to fight the new request.

Channel 4 Sets Record Q1 Streaming Audience in Early 2026

Channel 4 posted its biggest-ever first-quarter streaming audience at the start of 2026, with its programming driving record viewing and stronger youth reach. Barb data says the UK public service broadcaster attracted more than 20 billion streaming minutes in the first three months of the year, leaving it on track to meet its streaming targets.

Arsenal face injury concerns as five players miss training before Sporting Champions League tie

Arsenal have been hit by fresh injury concerns ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting, after Riccardo Calafiori, Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber all missed Tuesday’s training session. Rice played the full 90 minutes against Bournemouth on Saturday, while the other four have already been sidelined. The timing is awkward, to put it mildly, with a Premier League trip to Manchester City coming on Sunday as well.

FDA says China-based company is recalling cough drops sold nationwide

A China-based company is voluntarily recalling numerous cough drop products sold across the U.S., according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Delta Expands Premium Seating on New Long-Haul Planes

Delta says half the seats on its new long-haul planes will be set aside for premium customers, as airlines keep chasing passengers willing to pay more. A familiar strategy: fewer seats, bigger prices, and just enough legroom to feel like progress.

86-year-old French woman detained by ICE in Louisiana after moving to the U.S. to reunite with her partner

Marie-Thérèse, an 86-year-old French pensioner, is being held in an ICE detention center in Louisiana after moving to the United States to reunite with a long-lost love. Her son told French media he is worried about her frail health while she remains detained.

Badenoch attacks Starmer after rejecting cross-party defence funding offer

Kemi Badenoch has attacked Keir Starmer after he rejected her call for cross-party work on defence funding. She said Labour was ignoring national security and focused on welfare, while backing Lord George Robertson’s warning that Britain is underprepared and in peril. Badenoch said the Conservatives have ideas to reach 3% of defence spending by the end of this Parliament, including using money from net zero spending and the two-child benefit cap.

Mark Carney Wins Majority Government in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a majority government, strengthening his hold on power after Monday night’s election results and defections to the Liberal caucus over the past six months. The win gives him more room to push an agenda focused on expanding exports beyond the U.S., speeding up infrastructure and resource projects, and stabilizing public finances.

Claude Mythos Could Expose Backlogged Software Flaws Faster Than Vendors Can Fix Them

Former Microsoft CIO Jim DuBois and IDC’s Frank Dickson say Claude Mythos Preview could uncover long-known but still unfixed software flaws at scale. They warn that vendors and enterprises may need to improve patch validation, orchestration, and deployment before attackers turn that backlog into a problem.

Americans Split Over Trump’s Unexplained War With Iran

Public-opinion surveys show roughly six in 10 Americans oppose the U.S.-led war against Iran, a sharp break from past support for earlier U.S. wars. Some people say they are baffled by a conflict they feel the president did not prepare them for and still has not clearly explained.

Four Iran-Linked Ships Cross the Strait of Hormuz Despite the U.S. Naval Blockade

Four vessels linked to Iran crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite the U.S. naval blockade. The crossing underscores the continuing tension around one of the world’s most important waterways.

16 Injured in Rare School Shooting at Turkish High School in Siverek

Sixteen people were injured on Tuesday when an 18-year-old former student opened fire at Ahmet Koyuncu Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Siverek, in Turkey’s Şanlıurfa province. It was a rare school shooting in the country, in a place that was supposed to be about classes, not gunfire.

Roblox to Introduce Age-Based Accounts and Parental Controls

Roblox says it will roll out new age-based accounts that better match content access, communication settings, and parental controls to a user’s age.

Labour Threatens to Cut Council Funding Over Poor Road Repairs

The government says councils in England could lose part of their highways funding if they cannot show the money is being spent properly on road repairs. Under the new rules, authorities will have to publish clearer reports, long-term maintenance plans, and staff training improvements, while up to £525 million of next year’s £1.6 billion roads pot could be withheld from poor performers. Ministers say the crackdown is meant to tackle the pothole backlog and stop funding being wasted, though industry figures say the repair problem remains huge.

About 50 firefighters tackle major blaze at Aberdeen hospital site

Around 50 firefighters are dealing with a major fire at Woodend Hospital in Aberdeen, after crews were called just before 9:50 p.m. The blaze is understood to have broken out in the disused Westholme building, which is about 60 metres from the nearest hospital building and was not occupied by patients or staff. Eight fire engines and a high-reach vehicle are still at the scene, with nearby residents told to keep windows and doors closed and avoid the area.

Serbia's Aleksandar Vučić clashes with Péter Magyar over remarks about Putin's influence

Aleksandar Vučić fired back at Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar after Magyar said Vladimir Putin plays godfather to autocrats and claimed the Russian president also pulls strings in Serbia. Vučić called the remarks foolish and stupid, turning a political jab into a small diplomatic scuffle, as these things so often do.

IEA warns worsening energy disruption could push oil prices higher

The International Energy Agency says no new energy shipments were loaded in April, a sign the disruption is getting worse. Executive Director Fatih Birol warned on Monday that the situation could deepen the global energy shock and add more pressure to the world economy.

Strategic Defence Review author says Labour’s complacency has left Britain at risk

George Robertson, the Labour peer who authored the Strategic Defence Review, has criticised Keir Starmer’s government for what he called “corrosive complacency” on defence. He says the Defence Investment Plan, meant to fund the review’s proposals, has already been delayed by six months.

Carney Secures a Liberal Majority After By-Election Wins

Projected by-election victories, along with a wave of defections from opposition parties, are helping Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney solidify his hold on power.

Spain Seeks Closer Ties With China Amid Global Tensions

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, with the goal of strengthening political and trade relations as global tensions remain high.

South Korea Sentences 90-Year-Old Woman to Jail for Laundering Her Son’s Drug Money

A South Korean court has sentenced a 90-year-old woman to one year in prison for laundering money for her son, who is already imprisoned in Cambodia.

On This Day, April 14: North America’s First Abolition Society Is Founded

On April 14, 1775, Benjamin Franklin and Benjamin Rush founded the Society for the Relief of Free Negroes Unlawfully Held in Bondage in Philadelphia, the first slavery abolition society in North America.

Oil Prices Fall on Hopes of New U.S.-Iran Peace Talks

Crude prices slipped back below $100 a barrel as markets reacted to hopes that the United States and Iran could reach an agreement. Investors are betting on diplomacy, which is a rare commodity these days.

Man Charged After Molotov Cocktail Thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's Home

A 20-year-old man from Texas has been charged after police arrested him in connection with a Molotov cocktail thrown at the San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The case centers on the alleged attack at Altman’s residence, and officials charged the suspect on Monday.

Trump Says U.S. Military Has Started Blockading Iranian Ports

The U.S. says it has begun a blockade of Iranian ports to pressure Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping. The closure has lasted six weeks and sent oil prices higher; since the ceasefire, about 40 vessels have passed through, compared with 100 or more a day before the war.

Brothers accused of attacking armed police officer at Manchester Airport, court hears

Two brothers from Rochdale have gone on retrial over an alleged violent confrontation with police at Manchester Airport. Prosecutors say Mohammed Fahir Amaaz and Muhammad Amaad attacked officers in the Terminal Two parking payment area as they tried to arrest Amaaz, with PC Lydia Ward suffering a broken nose and PC Zachary Marsden also being struck. Both defendants deny assault and say they acted in self-defence or to protect each other. The trial continues.

Flyers clinch playoff berth with 3-2 shootout win over Hurricanes

The Flyers rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat the Hurricanes 3-2 in a shootout and clinch a playoff spot for the first time since 2019-20. Dan Vladar made key saves all night and in the shootout, Tyson Foerster scored the winning attempt, and Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras each scored in regulation. The result sets up a Battle of Pennsylvania against the Penguins.

U.S. military says two were killed in eastern Pacific boat strike

The U.S. military says it struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Monday, killing two men it described as “narco-terrorists.” U.S. Southern Command said the strike was carried out by Joint Task Force Southern Spear at the direction of Gen. Francis L. Donovan.

Trump Nominates Former Rep. Michelle Steel as U.S. Ambassador to South Korea

President Donald Trump has nominated former Republican congresswoman Michelle Steel to serve as the U.S. ambassador to South Korea, according to a presidential nomination document released Monday.

Mark Carney Wins Majority for Canada’s Liberal Government

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has secured a parliamentary majority in Canada, according to CBC News. The result means his government can pass legislation without relying on opposition support and, if it holds, will govern until 2029. The majority followed special elections held Monday in Ontario and Quebec, including two ridings that have long backed the Liberals.

Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales Says He Will Resign After Affair With Aide Who Died by Suicide

Texas Republican Tony Gonzales says he will resign from Congress after admitting he had an affair with an aide who died by suicide. The announcement follows a deeply tragic and personal revelation tied to his time in office.

U.S. strike in the eastern Pacific kills two on suspected drug boat

The U.S. military carried out another strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific on Monday, killing two people. No further details were provided.

Zohran Mamdani marks first 100 days by mocking Thatcher and touting socialist agenda

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his first 100 days in office with a speech in Queens, mocking Margaret Thatcher’s famous line about socialism and arguing that his administration has shown a socialist can govern. He pointed to a $5 billion city budget deficit, said his team has made early progress on childcare and street repairs, and promised more on city-owned grocery stores and other campaign pledges, even as several flagship proposals remain stalled.

Veterans warn Northern Ireland bill could drive some former soldiers to suicide

Veterans’ groups including SASRA, the Special Boat Service Association, and the Special Reconnaissance Regiment Association have written to MPs warning that Labour’s proposed Northern Ireland legislation could leave some former soldiers at risk of suicide. They say the bill would reopen inquests and subject veterans to repeated investigations, while the government says it is trying to add legal protections and is still discussing amendments with veterans and former senior officers.

AI tool could expose long-standing software flaws, experts warn

Former Microsoft CIO Jim DuBois and IDC’s Frank Dickson say Claude Mythos Preview could quickly uncover old but still unfixed software vulnerabilities across many systems. The worry is that vendors and enterprises may need to tighten patch testing, orchestration, and deployment before attackers get there first, which, as ever, would be an unpleasant little race.

Class action alleges AI recorded patient conversations without consent

A proposed federal class action says two California healthcare organizations used an AI-enabled ambient tool to record, transcribe, and process sensitive doctor-patient conversations without patients’ consent. The suit alleges that the practice violated patient privacy.

France orders ministries to cut dependence on U.S. tech

France has set a fall deadline for all government ministries to outline plans to reduce dependence on American software and other U.S. technology. Public Action Minister David Amiel said the country must “regain control of our digital destiny,” as the public sector continues shifting toward open-source alternatives.

Somali asylum seeker cleared of sexual assault charges in Bournemouth case

A 26-year-old Somali asylum seeker and long-distance runner was found not guilty at Winchester Crown Court of two counts of sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman in Bournemouth Gardens last April. Jurors returned their verdicts after just over seven hours of deliberation, and the judge said he should be released.

South Korea refers nearly 2,000 corruption suspects to prosecutors

South Korean police say they have referred nearly 2,000 suspects to prosecutors after a nine-month crackdown on corruption involving public officials.

Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch reunites with her dog after historic mission

Christina Koch shared video of coming home and reuniting with her dog, Sadie, who delivered the kind of greeting that makes every human look emotionally underqualified. Koch said she may have been the happier one in the reunion and joked that Sadie taught her about being an emotional support animal. Koch and her fellow Artemis II crew members returned to Earth Friday after a 10-day mission farther from Earth than any humans have traveled before, and the data is expected to help future Moon landings.

Hyundai plans $26 billion U.S. investment

Hyundai Motor Group says it will invest $26 billion in the United States. Chairman Chung Eui-sun said robotics and artificial intelligence will be central to the company’s future growth.

Rep. Tony Gonzales says he will retire from Congress

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas said Monday he will retire from Congress, following bipartisan calls to expel him. A tidy political exit, in the sense that it is absolutely not tidy at all.

Cybersecurity and AI risks climb to the top of corporate worry lists

PwC says cybersecurity is now one of the biggest risks shaping corporate strategy, even as many companies admit they still do not have the capability to respond effectively. Executives also point to a turbulent policy environment, while American corporations keep pouring more money into AI and tech, because apparently the first lesson of modern business is to spend fast and worry later.

AI is making fraud easier, and banks are being told to act like a network

Joël Winteregg, CEO of Vyntra, says generative AI has made fraud much easier and helped criminal operations scale up. He argues banks need to share intelligence across borders and treat fraud networks more like coordinated operations than one-off incidents, which is a refreshingly unromantic way to describe the digital crime economy.

House expulsion fights could flare when lawmakers return

House leaders are facing demands to hold expulsion votes after recess, with calls aimed at Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales over sexual misconduct allegations. Some lawmakers are also pushing to expel Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and Republican Rep. Cory Mills, who have been under House investigation for months. Only three House members have been expelled since the Civil War, so this would be a rare bit of institutional spring cleaning.

Orban calls party congress after conceding to rival

Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called a Fidesz party congress for the end of the month after conceding to challenger Peter Magyar. In his first public message since Sunday night, he said he wants supporters to start work on renewing the party.

Most Israelis do not believe Hezbollah or Iran has been badly weakened

A new poll suggests most Israelis do not think Hezbollah or Iran has been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and U.S. attacks. Even so, the public remains largely opposed to a ceasefire with Iran, despite widespread fatigue with the fighting.

Hezbollah says it will not honor Lebanon-Israel agreements

A Hezbollah official says the group will not abide by any agreements reached in Lebanon-Israel talks. Hezbollah and Israel have fought multiple wars since the group was formed in the 1980s during the conflict over southern Lebanon.

TotalEnergies warns of major supply risks if Hormuz fighting drags on

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné warned that the world could face serious supply problems if the war with Iran and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz last more than three months. He said markets could recover in roughly that time if the strait is reopened and energy facilities are mostly intact, but any hit to infrastructure would turn the repair job into a much longer one. In other words, global energy still very much depends on geography not doing anything dramatic.

Inquiry says killer’s parents failed to act on warning signs

An inquiry has found that the killer’s parents failed in a moral duty to report their son, saying their failure to appreciate the danger he posed led to catastrophic consequences.

Medicaid expansion boosted access to opioid treatment

New research says Medicaid expansion significantly increased access to buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid addiction. In eight states that expanded Medicaid after 2018, prescriptions rose more than 21 percent from 2019 to 2023, with especially large gains in Maine, Oklahoma and Virginia. Researchers say later expansions also benefited from looser federal prescribing rules, including telehealth, while experts warn that looming Medicaid cuts could push patients off treatment and reduce access again.

Dozens Killed in Nigerian Air Strike on Market

More than 50 people were killed in an air strike on a market in Nigeria carried out by the Nigerian military, and some reports say the death toll may be higher. The incident is a deadly reminder that when the people doing the shooting are also the ones reporting it, accuracy becomes a public-safety issue.

Trump Deletes Post Showing Himself as Jesus

President Trump deleted a post that depicted him as Jesus Christ after backlash from some of his own supporters, according to CNN.

Magyar says no country should be asked to give up territory as Orbán focuses on Ukraine

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar said no country should be asked to give up its territory in comments on Ukraine. Outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán had centered much of his election campaign on Ukraine and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, blaming Kyiv for the Druzhba pipeline blockade and accusing it of meddling in Hungarian elections.

Santander to close 40 UK branches, putting 291 jobs at risk

Santander is set to close 40 branches across the UK by the end of May 2026 as it shifts more of its business online. The first closures begin on April 28, with 13 branches shutting in late April and another 27 following through May. The bank says 291 jobs are at risk, and it plans to replace the closed branches with community bankers in Santander Local stores or shared banking hubs.

FDA Says China-Based Company Is Recalling Cough Drops Sold Nationwide

A China-based company is voluntarily recalling several cough drop products sold across the U.S., according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Trump Threatens to Destroy Iranian Boats in the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump threatened to destroy any Iranian ships that try to violate what he described as a newly imposed blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. He said boats attempting to cross would be “ELIMINATED,” comparing the warning to earlier U.S. attacks on suspected drug-running boats from South America.

Swalwell’s Campaign Collapse Deepens California Democrats’ Problems

California Democrats had hoped the governor’s race would elevate a new party leader in the state. Instead, the contest to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom has turned into a string of setbacks, ending with Representative Eric Swalwell’s campaign collapsing amid sexual misconduct accusations.

U.S. blockade of Iranian ports takes effect as Trump threatens to destroy “attack ships”

A U.S. blockade of Iranian ports has come into effect. In a social media post on Sunday, Trump said he wants to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz and reopen it to all shipping, but said Iran should not be allowed to profit from controlling the key cargo waterway.

Some Democrats are urging Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress

Representative Eric Swalwell is facing pressure from some fellow Democrats to give up his House seat after suspending his California governor campaign on Sunday amid sexual assault allegations he has denied. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez said on X that Swalwell and Representative Tony Gonzales should both leave Congress, though the details provided stop there.

Judge dismisses Trump’s defamation suit against The Wall Street Journal

A Florida federal judge has dismissed Donald Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over its reporting on his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. The judge said Trump had not met the high legal standard for actual malice, but allowed him to file a revised complaint.

Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov receive standard boxing suspensions after Fury’s win

Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov were both handed immediate suspensions by the British Boxing Board of Control after their heavyweight fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fury won by unanimous decision in his return after a 16-month absence, then called out Anthony Joshua ringside. The suspension is a routine rule under BBBoC regulations, not a disciplinary punishment.

Servo Browser Engine Becomes Easier to Use in Embedded Applications

The open-source Servo browser engine, written in Rust, is getting improvements to its Servoshell demo browser. Developers say the work is making Servo a more compelling option for embedded use, where it could serve as an alternative to the Chromium Embedded Framework.

Four Teenagers Arrested After Fatal Stabbing of 16-Year-Old Boy

Police have arrested four teenagers after the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy. A large police presence remains near a city shopping centre following the attack.

Women’s Six Nations Round 1 recap: England beat Ireland before record crowd

The 2026 Women’s Six Nations opened with wins for France, England, and Scotland. France beat Italy 40-7 in Grenoble after a slow start, England defended their title with a 33-12 win over Ireland in front of a record crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium, and Scotland edged Wales 24-19 in Cardiff.

Studies Find Banks Charge More to Lenders With Weak Cybersecurity

Academic studies examining how U.S. banks price debt find that businesses with weak cybersecurity can pay up to ten extra basis points on loans. That can add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars, so apparently bad security now comes with a very literal price tag.

Pentagon Memo Says Anthropic Pushed for a Role in Military Decisions

Internal Defense Department memos used to justify blacklisting the AI firm Anthropic say the company’s models could not be reliably controlled for military use. One official also said Anthropic wanted an approval role in the operational decision chain.

Trump Posts Image of Himself as Jesus, Drawing Backlash From Supporters

President Trump drew an unusual backlash late last night after sharing an image portraying himself as Jesus Christ. Religious supporters accused him of blasphemy, which is a pretty bold way to test the limits of your own fan club.

Musk’s Role in DOGE Puts Him in Legal Spotlight

Elon Musk, once a major presence in Washington as he helped the Trump administration reshape federal agencies through the so-called Department of Government Efficiency, is now being sought by legal opponents for questions under oath. They say they can’t find him to question him about his role in the early months of President Donald Trump’s administration.

Long COVID Could Cost Europe Up to €115.3 Billion a Year Over the Next Decade, Study Finds

A new study says long COVID could continue to have a major economic toll, with annual costs reaching up to €115.3 billion over the next decade. It also says the condition is disrupting the employment of around one in five workers, six years after the pandemic began.

West Brom Face Possible Points Deduction After EFL Financial Charge

West Bromwich Albion could face disciplinary action from the English Football League after being charged over alleged breaches of profit and sustainability rules. The Championship club, just two points above the relegation zone with four matches left, may be hit with a points deduction, fine, or transfer embargo, and it has two weeks to respond. The club is reportedly seeking to delay any punishment until next season.

Eric Swalwell Referred for Investigation Over Alleged Illegal Employment of a Nanny

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has referred allegations that Rep. Eric Swalwell illegally employed a Brazilian nanny several years ago to law enforcement officials at the Department of Homeland Security for investigation.

Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja Arrested at London Palestine Action Protest

Massive Attack frontman Robert Del Naja was among 500 people arrested at a Palestine Action protest in London over the weekend. Del Naja said he chose to attend despite the possible consequences for his career and touring.

Bodies of Two Ironworkers Recovered After Deadly Grays Ferry Parking Garage Collapse

City officials say the bodies of two workers have been recovered from the site of the deadly parking garage collapse in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood.

Survey Says German Chancellor Merz Is the World’s Least Popular Head of Government

New surveys across 24 democracies place Friedrich Merz at the bottom of approval ratings for heads of government. He trails leaders including Narendra Modi, Lee Jae-myung, and Andrej Babiš by a wide margin.

Oil Tops $100 as Markets React to Strait of Hormuz Reports; Hungarian Forint Rises After Election Results

Oil prices jumped above $100 and stock markets fell after reports that the US may move to block the Strait of Hormuz. In Europe, the Hungarian forint gained after the election results.

South Korea’s Exports Rise 36.7% in Early April on Strong Chip Demand

South Korea’s exports increased 36.7% year on year in the first 10 days of April, according to data released Monday. The surge was driven by strong overseas demand for semiconductors.

Charles Michel says a Magyar victory would bring more European unity

Former European Council President Charles Michel told Euronews that a Magyar victory would be a historic moment for Hungary. He also said Viktor Orbán’s relationship with Ukraine and the United States was disturbing.

Lee and Polish Prime Minister Tusk agree to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership

President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed during summit talks on Monday to upgrade bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership.

Body Found in Search for Missing 36-Year-Old from Dartford

Police searching for a missing 36-year-old from Dartford have found a body. The death is not being treated as suspicious.

Canterbury father given nine months to live after being told it was indigestion

Lawrence Fox, a father from Canterbury, was initially put on antibiotics after what was thought to be indigestion. He has since been told he has nine months to live.

Rory McIlroy defends Masters win after criticism over course preparation

Rory McIlroy says his weeks of practice at Augusta National were part of his usual preparation after winning the Masters again and becoming only the fourth golfer to defend the title. Some fans called the access unfair, but McIlroy said he simply used the same course access past champions are allowed and followed a preparation style inspired by Jack Nicklaus. He said Augusta felt like his home course and that he felt ready for any shot he faced.

Ellie Kildunne opens up about body dysmorphia and ADHD diagnosis

England rugby star Ellie Kildunne has spoken about the body dysmorphia and obsessive training habits she says affected her early career, ahead of the release of her new book, Game Changer. She says a direct intervention from Wasps physio Emily Ross helped her confront the issue, and that she is now in a healthier place, though she still has to stay cautious every day. Kildunne also says a 2024 ADHD diagnosis helped explain some of the struggles she had with eating, exercise, and body image, and she hopes sharing her experience will help other athletes.

On This Day, April 13: Tiger Woods Becomes Youngest Masters Winner

On April 13, 1997, Tiger Woods won the Masters at age 21, becoming the youngest golfer ever to do it. A record-setting win, back when golf still occasionally remembered to be dramatic.

Homeless Man Helps Rescue Missing 6-Year-Old Boy Found Alone on Miami Street

A man living in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood spotted a 6-year-old boy wandering alone just before midnight, called police, and stayed with him until officers arrived. Police later identified the child, tracked down his mother, and took her into custody on a child-neglect charge. The boy was placed in the care of Florida’s Department of Children and Families.