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Eamonn Holmes Recovering in Hospital After Stroke

GB News says 66-year-old broadcaster Eamonn Holmes is responding well to treatment after suffering a stroke and is recovering in hospital.

FC Basel match postponed after fire damages St. Jakob-Park locker room

FC Basel’s Swiss Super League match against FC Thun has been postponed after a fire broke out in the basement of St. Jakob-Park and damaged the first-team dressing room area. The blaze destroyed kits, boots, medical and technical equipment, and other facilities, but no one was injured. The Swiss Football League has approved the postponement, and a new date has not yet been set while investigators look into the cause.

UK Delays Chagos Deal After Trump Opposition

UK government officials say they are not fully abandoning the Chagos agreement, but say time has run out for now after opposition from Trump.

China’s J-36 Prototype Appears With Major Design Changes in New Test Flight

A second prototype of China’s J-36 stealth aircraft has been spotted with major changes to its exhaust, air intakes, landing gear, and overall layout. The aircraft is described as a large, tailless design with three engines, and the new images suggest China is still iterating quickly rather than settling on a final version.

Two Men Jailed for Running a Major Migrant-Smuggling Network from Wales

Two men, Dilshad Shamo and Ali Khdir, have each been sentenced to 19 years in prison after admitting their roles in a large people-smuggling operation run from a car wash in Caerphilly. The National Crime Agency said the group moved migrants from Iraq, Iran, and Syria through Europe for two years, offered tiered “packages” depending on price, and used Hawala transfers to hide the money. The judge said they played leading roles in a sophisticated criminal enterprise and that the harm caused was high.

Artemis II capsule splashes down in the Pacific Ocean

The Artemis II crew splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the west coast of the United States, marking the mission’s return to Earth.

Ohio Man Sentenced to Six Years for Killing Girlfriend and Delaying 911 Call

A Franklin County judge sentenced Gage Smith to six years in prison for fatally shooting his girlfriend, Autumn Ward, in their Columbus apartment in January 2025. Smith had originally been charged with murder but pleaded guilty to a lesser reckless-homicide charge, along with firearm and drug counts. Prosecutors said the evidence did not support proving intent to kill. Ward’s mother called the sentence unfair, while Smith apologized in court and said he never meant for it to happen.

U.S. and Iranian Officials Arrive in Pakistan for Peace Talks

U.S. and Iranian officials have arrived in Pakistan for high-stakes peace talks aimed at resolving the conflict. JD Vance is leading the U.S. delegation, which also includes special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Pentagon Approves Nuclear Microreactors for Missile and Space Warning Bases

The Department of the Air Force says Buckley Space Force Base in Colorado and Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana are the preferred sites for nuclear microreactors under its Advanced Nuclear Power for Installations program. The plan would bring on-site atomic power to two military bases tied to missile and space warning missions.

Inside a Northern Israeli Kibbutz Living Under Fire Near the Lebanon Border

Residents at Kibbutz Cabri, about five miles from Lebanon, describe life being repeatedly interrupted by air raid sirens, rocket fire, and trips to the safe room. The scene comes a day after Israel killed more than 300 people in a strike in Lebanon, as local residents also debate whether the military campaign should wind down.

How Polymarket gamblers are betting millions on war

A Guardian investigation says the prediction market Polymarket can influence news coverage and even shape decisions about what counts as true. It focuses on gamblers betting millions on war, including one user’s frustration with a US think tank’s daily Ukraine frontline map.

CPUID Says Hackers Briefly Swapped Legitimate HWMonitor Download Links for Malware

CPUID says attackers briefly compromised a backend component on its site and replaced legitimate download links for tools like HWMonitor and CPU-Z with malicious ones. The company says its signed software builds were not compromised, and the issue lasted about six hours between April 9 and April 10 before being fixed.

Henry Pollock sent off in late controversy as Northampton lose at the death

Henry Pollock was at the centre of the decisive moment as he was ordered off the pitch late on, and Northampton went on to lose in the Champions Cup at the death. The crowd erupted as the match turned in the closing stages.

ICC Crisis Deepens Over Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan

Senior diplomats at the International Criminal Court have been meeting in The Hague to try to resolve a growing crisis over chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who denies sexual abuse allegations made against him nearly two years ago. The case has become tangled in geopolitics and disputes over the standards of proof, leaving the court in prolonged uncertainty.

Dart and Burrage Lead Great Britain Into Billie Jean King Cup Finals

Harriet Dart and Jodie Burrage won the decisive doubles match in straight sets as Great Britain beat Australia 3-0 to reach September’s Billie Jean King Cup finals.

Travel Apps Rome2Rio and Omio Add OpenAI Integration for Trip Planning

Travel companies Rome2Rio and Omio are integrating with OpenAI, giving more than 900 million weekly ChatGPT users instant access to routes, prices, and transport options worldwide. The pitch is simple: let the chatbot do the planning, and hope it gets the train times right on the first try.

NASA's Artemis II astronauts return to Earth after record-setting moon flyby

The four Artemis II astronauts are back on Earth after a record-setting trip around the moon. NASA says the mission now clears the way for a crewed moon landing in about two years and a potential lunar base within the decade.

Two teenagers die after car falls from M1 bridge into minibus

Two teenagers were killed when their car plunged from Gilmorton Lane bridge over the M1 near Lutterworth and hit a minibus below. Four people in the minibus were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and the motorway was closed in both directions for more than 10 hours before reopening Saturday morning. Police are asking for witnesses who saw the crash or the vehicles near junction 20 around 1.30pm on Friday.

Planet Labs restricts satellite images of Iran after U.S. pressure

Planet Labs says it is now restricting satellite coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely. The move comes after pressure from the U.S., raising concerns about access to imagery in a region already short on transparency.

Studies Find Banks Charge More for Poor Cybersecurity

Academic studies suggest that U.S. banks price debt higher for companies with weak cybersecurity. Businesses with lax security may pay up to ten extra basis points on loans, which could add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Great Britain upset Australia 3-0 to knock them out of Billie Jean King Cup qualifying

Great Britain beat Australia 3-0 in their Billie Jean King Cup qualifying tie at Melbourne’s John Cain Arena. Jodie Burrage and Harriet Dart sealed the win with a 6-3, 6-4 doubles victory over Storm Hunter and Ellen Perez, leaving Australia out of the finals for a second straight year and sending Britain through to September’s finals in China.

Irish protesters block fuel sites as government prepares emergency response

Protesters in Ireland have blocked key fuel distribution sites and major motorways over surging fuel prices, with travel disrupted and pressure building on ambulance and fire service supplies. The government is in talks on a support package, police have declared an exceptional event, and Taoiseach Micheál Martin says the army is on standby to uphold the law.

Property Manager Wins £400,000 After Being Sacked With 827 Days of Leave Unused

A 74-year-old property manager has won an employment tribunal payout of about £392,000 for untaken holiday, plus £105,000 for unfair dismissal, after being sacked by Sabtina. The tribunal heard he had built up 827 days of unused leave over decades because the company repeatedly refused time off, and Judge George Alliott ruled that Sabtina did not genuinely believe he had committed gross misconduct.

Joint viewings held for two Berks County fire chiefs killed in the line of duty

Joint viewings were held at Fleetwood High School for Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeffory Buck, 60, and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Schick Jr., 56, who were killed in the line of duty.

Comer Backs Melania Trump’s Call for Public Hearings With Epstein Victims

House Oversight Chairman James Comer said he supports Melania Trump’s call for Congress to hold public hearings with Jeffrey Epstein survivors. Comer said the committee has been in contact with victims’ attorneys for months and plans to proceed with hearings after depositions are completed. He also said more high-profile men are expected to be involved in the ongoing proceedings.

Iran Reportedly Cannot Account for All Mines It Deployed in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran reportedly failed to track all of the naval mines it deployed in the Strait of Hormuz, making it difficult to map, recover, or quickly clear the shipping lane. U.S. officials say the mines were laid last month, in some cases allowed to drift, while Tehran has pointed to what it calls technical limitations. The strait remains open, but traffic is restricted to controlled channels.

20-Year-Old Arrested After Firebombing Attempt at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco Home

A 20-year-old man was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home and making threats at the company’s headquarters early Friday morning, according to a spokesperson.

Former Staffer Alleges Eric Swalwell Sexually Assaulted Her

A former staffer says Rep. Eric Swalwell had sexual encounters with her while she worked for him and alleges he twice sexually assaulted her when she was too intoxicated to consent. The accusations have put his California governor campaign under heavy pressure, with multiple staffers resigning and prominent allies and rival candidates calling on him to leave the race.

UK officials worry Russian tanker crews could claim asylum if ships are seized in the Channel

British ministers are reportedly concerned that crews on Russia’s shadow fleet tankers could claim asylum if the Royal Navy seizes ships in the Channel. The issue is said to be complicating plans to use special forces and the National Crime Agency against sanction-busting vessels, while officials work on a way to detain the tankers without letting crews remain in the UK. Defence Secretary John Healey says Britain has military options and is ready to act, but the government says any operation would need to clear a high legal bar.

Survey: AI Is Replacing Some Daily Work Tasks for 20% of Users

A new Epoch AI/Ipsos survey says more than one in four Americans who use AI at work say it has replaced some of their daily tasks. The poll also found that half of U.S. adults reported using AI tools in the past, suggesting the technology is moving from novelty into the daily routine, quietly taking over pieces of the job description.

Unknown Launcher Spotted on U.S. Navy Destroyer

A new, as-yet unidentified launcher has appeared on the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Carl M. Levin at Pearl Harbor. It sits aft of the superstructure in a spot similar to launcher installations seen on other Burke-class ships, and may be tied to the Navy’s push for lower-cost counter-drone defenses. Possible uses include counter-drone interceptors, JAGM or Hellfire-derived weapons, drones, or decoys, but the Navy has not said what it is.

Britain Revives Cold War-Era War Plans Amid Fears of Attack

Britain is bringing back its Cold War-era Government War Book to prepare the military, police, hospitals and industry for a possible transition to war. Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton said the updated plan will also push a new focus on national resilience, including protecting critical infrastructure like power, water and transport. The Cabinet Office is leading the effort, while a long-delayed defence investment plan is still unpublished and the defence budget remains under pressure to show its work.

Gilgo Beach mystery haunted a Long Island town of police families

For years, rumors swirled in Gilgo Beach about who was behind the bodies found along the shore. The case cast a dark shadow over a town that was largely made up of police families, with a serial killer living among them.

Researchers say interactive play can help keep young children from getting glued to screens

Researchers say that more speech and interaction around young children can support brain development. The advice is simple enough: play more, talk more, and give screens less of the spotlight.

Students told to repay nursing loans after eligibility error

Students and graduates say they were shocked to learn they were not eligible for loans they had already received for nursing degrees, and are now being told the money was paid in error and must be repaid.

Britain faces higher energy bills beyond the Iran war

Britain is facing rising energy costs, and the Iran war is not the only reason. The country is dealing with another key driver that is pushing bills up as the wider energy crisis continues.

Charges Dropped Against Busan Mayoral Candidate Jeon Jae-soo, Sparking PPP Protest

South Korea’s conservative People Power Party has denounced the clearance of Democratic Party Busan mayoral candidate Jeon Jae-soo and says it will launch a task force to scrutinize Democratic Party candidates. The dispute is now headed for another round of political trench warfare, because naturally one cleared candidate is apparently enough to trigger a party-wide search party.

West Ham's win over Wolves boosts survival hopes and pushes Tottenham into the relegation zone

West Ham’s emphatic win over Wolves improved their chances of staying in the Premier League. The result also sent Tottenham into the relegation zone, putting Spurs in unfamiliar and worrying territory.

Former House Foreign Affairs Chair Eliot Engel Dies at 79

Former Rep. Eliot Engel, a New York Democrat who served in Congress for more than three decades and once chaired the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has died at 79, according to a statement shared by a family member on social media.

More Than 1,000 Bargaining Requests Filed Under South Korea’s New Labor Law

More than 1,000 subcontractor unions in South Korea have requested talks under the country’s new labor law, but only a few negotiations have actually started as companies and unions work through the procedure.

Ichiro Suzuki statue unveiling goes awry as bronze bat snaps during ceremony

The Mariners unveiled a statue of Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki at Seattle’s ballpark on Friday, but the ceremony had a small mishap when the statue’s bronze bat snapped as the curtain dropped. Suzuki laughed it off and made a Mariano joke.

Artemis II crew prepares for Pacific Ocean splashdown on return to Earth

The Artemis II crew is in the final stage of its mission, heading back to Earth after circling the moon. The planned splashdown will mark the end of the flight and a key step in NASA’s effort to return humans to the lunar surface.

Suspect arrested after Molotov cocktail attack at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home

San Francisco police say a 20-year-old man allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home around 4:12 a.m. Friday. The suspect has been arrested but not identified, and police say he also allegedly threatened to set fire to OpenAI’s San Francisco headquarters. No injuries were reported.

Consumer Sentiment Falls to a Record Low Amid Price Increases Tied to the Iran War

Consumer sentiment has fallen to its lowest level on record since World War II, driven by price increases linked to the war with Iran.

FBI Recovers Deleted Signal Messages from iPhone Notification Data

The FBI says it was able to recover copies of incoming Signal messages from a defendant’s iPhone even after the app was deleted, by extracting data stored in the phone’s push notification database. The messages were tied to a case involving vandalism at the ICE Prairieland Detention Facility in Texas, where one person also shot a police officer in the neck. The episode is a reminder that secure messaging can be undermined by device settings: on iPhones, message previews shown on the lock screen can be preserved in internal memory, so turning off notification previews may matter for users who want maximum privacy.

Higher Home Radon Levels Linked to Greater Ovarian Cancer Risk in Postmenopausal Women

An analysis from the Women’s Health Initiative found that high levels of residential radon were associated with roughly a 30% higher risk of ovarian cancer in postmenopausal women. The update also notes a rejected melanoma drug and missed chances for genomic testing, though no further details are provided here.

Inside the Navy’s Plan to Recover the Artemis II Crew After Splashdown

A Navy Seahawk helicopter pilot says the recovery team will move in after splashdown and bring the astronauts aboard one by one.

Trump Justice Department Keeps Biden-Era Rule on Ghost Gun Parts

The Trump Justice Department says it will keep the Biden-era definition of firearm “frame” and “receiver,” preserving the rule that treats ghost gun parts kits like traditional firearms. Gun rights groups say that breaks Trump’s campaign promise to roll back Biden gun rules, though the administration has also moved to undo some other Biden-era firearm policies and is defending a Hawaii concealed-carry case at the Supreme Court.

Iran Still Restricts Traffic Through the Strait of Hormuz Ahead of Pakistan Talks

Donald Trump said he was optimistic a peace deal with Iran could be close as a U.S. delegation led by Vice President JD Vance heads to Pakistan for talks this weekend. But there is still no sign that Iran is easing its near-total restriction on traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which has sharply disrupted global energy supplies. Iran says certain conditions, including a Lebanon ceasefire and the release of blocked assets, must be met before negotiations begin, while Trump says military options are being prepared if the talks fail.

16-Year-Old Charged With Murder of 14-Year-Old Shot Dead in Woolwich

A 16-year-old boy from Romford has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor, who was shot dead in Woolwich last week. He is due to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. Police say another 16-year-old has also been arrested on suspicion of murder, while several others arrested in the case have been bailed as inquiries continue.

Kim Kardashian Fails to Keep $6 Million Ray J Settlement Private

Kim Kardashian has lost a bid to keep details of a $6 million settlement with Ray J private. The dispute is tied to a court fight over the 2023 deal and statements from Ray J that the government is pursuing a criminal case against Kardashian and her mother.

One dead after bus carrying British tourists crashes in the Canary Islands, officials say

A bus carrying British tourists crashed near San Sebastián de La Gomera in Spain’s Canary Islands and fell about 10 meters, officials said. One person died in the crash.

Consumer sentiment falls to a record low in April

Consumer sentiment dropped to a record low in April, according to a new University of Michigan survey. The decline comes after weeks of U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran, which have pushed oil prices higher globally and helped drive consumer confidence down nearly 11 percent since March.

Two men convicted over violence at Epping asylum hotel protest

A jury has found Lee Gower, 43, and Phillip Curson, 53, guilty of violent disorder after a protest outside the Bell Hotel in Epping turned violent on July 17 last year. Prosecutors said the demonstration escalated into attacks on police and vehicles, with bottles, milk, and flour thrown and officers assaulted during the clash. Gower was cleared of a separate assault charge, and sentencing has not yet been set. Six other people have already admitted violent disorder over the same incident.

Electronics Trade Group Says FCC Router Policy Could Leave Americans With Older Equipment

The Global Electronics Association says the FCC’s ban on foreign-made network routers is unrealistic because few are made in the U.S. The group warns that pushing production onshore could limit consumer choice and slow access to newer products, including Wi‑Fi 7.

White House Tried, and Failed, to Pressure Candidate Alexandra Wilson to Drop Out

Over several days in February, White House officials repeatedly contacted Alexandra Wilson by phone, text, and voicemail before the primary withdrawal deadline. According to recordings she shared with NBC News, aides first offered possible job options, then warned her about the money and attacks she could face if she stayed in the race.

Iran Says It Won’t Negotiate With U.S. Without Lebanon Ceasefire and Unfrozen Assets

Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, said Tehran will not hold negotiations with the United States unless there is a ceasefire in Lebanon and blocked Iranian assets are released. He said the two measures agreed by both sides still have not been carried out.

Former Iranian hostage Benjamin Brière faces tax problems after returning to France

Benjamin Brière, a former French hostage in Iran, says that getting home did not end the ordeal. After his release, he has been dealing with tax issues, benefit problems, and the difficult process of reintegrating in France.

Man wanted after allegedly punching co-worker one minute into his shift at Pennsylvania restaurant

Police in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, say McKinley Maurice Pace Jr., 35, is wanted after allegedly punching a co-worker in the face just one minute after starting his shift at DeNunzio's Restaurant on March 27. Investigators say Pace was upset about doing other workers’ jobs, then allegedly struck the co-worker and later hit the co-worker’s wife in the face as well. He now faces charges including aggravated assault, simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, and harassment.

How Large Budget Deficits Limit the Fed’s Ability to Cut Interest Rates

Large fiscal deficits can leave the Federal Reserve with less room to lower interest rates. The basic problem is simple: when government borrowing is already heavy, the Fed has fewer comfortable options for easing policy.

BAFTA apologizes after review finds failings in handling of John Davidson’s racial slur outburst

BAFTA has apologized after a review found clear structural failings in how it handled John Davidson’s use of a racial slur. The review said there was no malicious intent, and it came days after the BBC admitted its broadcast of the slur breached its editorial standards.

Russia and Ukraine Agree to an Orthodox Easter Truce

Vladimir Putin announced an Orthodox Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine, set to run from Saturday afternoon through Easter Sunday.

Zelenskyy Says Druzhba Oil Pipeline Will Be Repaired This Spring

Ukraine’s president says repair work is already under way on the Druzhba oil pipeline and that it should be fixed later this spring. The pipeline’s operating status is still linked to EU funding for Kyiv.

Scientists Confirm Early Mammal Ancestors Laid Eggs After Finding 250-Million-Year-Old Fossil Embryo

Scientists say they have found the first definitive evidence that ancient mammal relatives laid eggs, after studying a 250-million-year-old fossil embryo from South Africa. Advanced X-ray scans showed the infant Lystrosaurus had not yet fused jaw bones, meaning it died before hatching. The discovery suggests these animals likely laid soft, leathery eggs and may have used that reproductive strategy to survive the Permian-Triassic mass extinction.

Irish protesters threaten to shut down the country over fuel costs as military moves blocked vehicles

Irish authorities are deploying the military to clear vehicles blocking critical infrastructure amid protests over fuel costs. The standoff has raised concerns about disruption, with protesters warning they are prepared to escalate further.

Italian Arms Dealer Pleads Guilty in U.S. Court to Selling Ammunition to Russia

A sales manager at a major Italian weapons distributor has pleaded guilty in U.S. court to setting up a network of companies to get around U.S. restrictions and sell ammunition to Russia, according to U.S. authorities. He had been arrested in the United States in connection with the case.

Pentagon Denies Pressuring the Vatican Over the Pope’s Iran Comments

The Pentagon and Vatican envoys have denied reports that U.S. officials gave the Holy See’s ambassador to Washington a harsh lecture and demanded the Church back the Trump administration over Pope Leo XIV’s criticism of the Iran war.

Residents in Cardiff’s Cathays student district raise concerns over crime and disorder

Residents and students in Cardiff’s Cathays district say crime and late-night disorder are making the area feel less safe. South Wales Police figures show about 108,898 recorded crimes in the last year, close to 300 a day, and a June 2024 analysis ranked Cathays as the UK’s most crime-affected student area. Police say they have stepped up neighbourhood policing and invested in student safety buses.

Review Finds BAFTA Fell Short of Its Duty of Care After Racial Slur Was Shouted

A review says BAFTA fell short of its duty of care after a Tourette's campaigner involuntarily shouted a racial slur while two Black actors were on stage.

Dolce & Gabbana Co-Founder Steps Down as Chairman During €450 Million Debt Talks

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s company is in the middle of €450 million debt talks, and Gabbana has quietly left the boardroom. Leadership now appears to rest with Domenico Dolce’s brother, as the brand works through the financing pressure.

Republicans Face a Chaotic Senate Primary in Louisiana

A Louisiana Senate race that was expected to be quiet is turning into a mess for Republicans. The two-term incumbent is at risk of missing the runoff, Trump’s endorsed candidate has not built a clear lead, and a third Republican is now running as a serious threat, leaving GOP leaders and the White House caught off guard.

Robert MacIntyre faces possible Masters punishment after obscene gesture in opening round

Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre could face disciplinary action from Masters officials after making an obscene gesture during Thursday’s opening round at Augusta National. A disastrous run at the 15th hole helped push him to a round of 80, and he declined to speak to reporters afterward.

Bank of England warns Iran conflict could trigger 2008-style financial crisis

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has warned that conflict involving Iran could help trigger a financial crisis similar to 2008, pointing to risks in the $3 trillion private credit market. He said Britain is already facing an energy shock and volatile debt markets, and that private credit has grown quickly with lighter regulation and limited direct oversight. Bailey said the sector has not yet been tested in severe stress, and recent failures and investor withdrawals suggest confidence may already be weakening.

Turkey Says NATO Is Not Required to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Turkey’s trade minister told Euronews that NATO is not obliged to intervene to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, even as President Trump has given NATO countries days to come up with a solution. Turkey is the alliance’s second-largest military power.

Google Adds Cookie Theft Protections to Chrome

Google is rolling out new Device Bound Session Credentials in Chrome to make stolen session cookies useless by cryptographically tying authentication to a specific device.

Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea monitor Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers ahead of summer window

Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is being tracked by Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea ahead of the summer transfer window, with Villa valuing him at about £80 million. The 23-year-old has 24 goals and 23 assists since the start of last season and is expected to play a central role for England at the World Cup, which could shape any move. Villa have him under contract until 2031, have no release clause to worry about, and may be reluctant to sell unless the fee also helps with their financial pressures.

M25 Closed After HGV Spills Fuel, Causing Major Delays

Drivers are facing significant delays on the M25 after a broken-down HGV spilled about 250 litres of fuel across all three lanes. The anti-clockwise carriageway is closed between Junction 5 at Sevenoaks and Junction 4 at Bromley while emergency resurfacing is carried out, with National Highways warning the disruption is likely to last until at least this afternoon. Diversions are in place, and delays are also building on nearby roads.

Microsoft Finds a Vulnerability Affecting Millions of Android Crypto Wallet Users

Microsoft says it found a security flaw in an EngageLab software development kit that could expose millions of Android crypto wallet users. The company reported the issue to the vendor a year ago.

Putin Announces Easter Ceasefire After Weeks of Kyiv’s Calls for One

Moscow has announced what it called a unilateral Easter truce, after repeatedly ignoring Kyiv’s calls for a ceasefire over the holiday weekend around April 12. The timing is doing a lot of work here.

Ukraine prepares mass production of interceptor drones and expands Gulf security ties

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is preparing to start mass production of interceptor drones designed to shoot down fast-moving aerial threats, including jet-powered drones. He also said Kyiv is expanding long-term security partnerships in the Middle East, as Ukraine pushes both its battlefield defenses and its defense cooperation abroad.

Noem’s Close Aides Are Put on Leave After Her DHS Exit

Kristi Noem’s move out of the Department of Homeland Security has triggered a staff shake-up. Three former DHS aides who followed her to the State Department were placed on paid leave and not kept on, according to a source, as officials reportedly tried to avoid carrying over the turmoil tied to her tenure. About 10 staffers made the move with Noem, but only the more junior aides were allowed to stay.

Karol G says her Coachella set should mean more than a slogan

Karol G is set to headline Coachella over the next two weekends and says she wants the performance to stand firmly for her community. She said she wants the moment to have real impact on the Latin community, not just be reduced to saying, “ICE out.”

South Korea rolls out a basic national mobile data plan

South Korea has introduced a nationwide basic mobile data plan that gives everyone 400 kbps access. Older users will get higher data caps, and telecom companies that leak data will face penalties.

How Australian theme parks try to keep roller coasters from becoming headlines

A risk expert explains how major theme parks in Australia check roller coasters and other rides before opening, including daily tests, restraint checks, evacuation drills, engineering support, and annual inspections under state workplace safety laws. The piece also notes changes made after the 2016 Dreamworld tragedy, including stricter inspections in Queensland and a new amusement device code of practice, while saying work is still underway on updated national standards.

Islamabad locks down ahead of Iran, U.S. talks

Islamabad is under tight security, with the army deployed, a public holiday declared, and streets nearly empty as Pakistan prepares to host talks between Iran and the United States. Pakistani officials say the negotiations will go ahead this weekend, even as the ceasefire looks fragile and fighting continues in the region.

Trump blames Biden after Florida hammer killing

Donald Trump posted a video of a fatal hammer attack in Florida and blamed Joe Biden’s immigration policies. The Department of Homeland Security says ICE helped Fort Myers police arrest Rolbert Joachin, a Haitian national, after a woman reportedly was beaten to death at a petrol station. Police charged him with first-degree murder, and DHS says an immigration detainer has been placed on him.

New Quay housing plan rejected, then appealed

Residents and businesses in New Quay, Wales, opposed a proposed £7.5 million affordable housing development on the town’s central car park, citing concerns about parking, local trade, and changes to the area’s character. Some objections also singled out people from Birmingham. Despite planning officers recommending approval, councillors rejected the scheme, and the developer has now appealed.

Diaz-Canel says he will not quit under U.S. pressure

In his first television interview with an American broadcaster, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said he will not resign under U.S. pressure, saying revolutionaries do not step down that way. Russia also said it would never abandon or betray its ally, underscoring continued backing for Havana.

NASA prepares for Orion’s most dangerous stretch

NASA is preparing for the most dangerous part of the Artemis II mission, Orion’s return to Earth. The spacecraft is set to re-enter the atmosphere and splash down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday.

xAI sues Colorado over AI safety law

Elon Musk’s AI company xAI has filed a lawsuit against Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, seeking to block enforcement of a 2024 state law that regulates developers of high-risk artificial intelligence systems. The company says the law should not be enforced against it, while Colorado argues for new consumer protections around rapidly evolving AI.

Coast Guard seizes $34 million in cocaine in the Eastern Pacific

The Coast Guard says it seized more than 4,500 pounds of cocaine, worth nearly $34 million, from a suspected narco-terrorist vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Easter Sunday. According to DHS, the crew of the Escanaba was alerted after a maritime patrol aircraft spotted contraband being thrown overboard near Manta, Ecuador. The seizure was part of Operation Pacific Viper, which DHS says has now recovered more than 215,000 pounds of cocaine and arrested over 160 suspected narco-traffickers.

Report Says Bungie’s Marathon Cost Over $200 Million and Is Not Facing an Imminent Shutdown

A new report says Bungie’s Marathon budget is above $200 million, possibly even higher, while player numbers have dropped since launch. Despite that pressure, the game is not reportedly facing a Concord-style shutdown, and Bungie is said to be working on new content as Sony watches the numbers closely.

Trump says Iran has breached ceasefire terms in the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump accused Iran of violating a ceasefire agreement after reports that Tehran is charging tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. He said the arrangement called for the safe opening of the waterway, while Iranian authorities were also reported to have warned vessels they must seek approval or face attack.

Ceasefire or Not, the Middle East’s Realignment Is Not Over

Both sides have reasons to end the war, but they still do not share common ground. Even if a ceasefire happens, the region’s political reshuffling is not finished.

Tony Blair’s institute urges Miliband to approve North Sea drilling at Rosebank and Jackdaw

Tony Blair’s institute is calling on Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to approve drilling at Rosebank and Jackdaw, arguing that more North Sea production is needed for energy security and to reduce reliance on imports. The report says the UK should keep its Net Zero goal, but take a more pragmatic approach, while campaigners argue new drilling would distract from a faster shift to clean power.

Fastly and LaLiga Partner on New Anti-Piracy Tools for Live Sports Streaming

Fastly and LaLiga say they are working together on technical tools to fight illegal live sports streaming, especially for LaLiga matches. LaLiga estimates piracy costs its clubs about $700 million to $800 million a year, which is a brisk price tag for people stealing the product instead of buying it.

Sam Burns and Rory McIlroy Tie for First-Round Lead at the 2026 Masters

Sam Burns and Rory McIlroy each shot 67 in the opening round of the 2026 Masters on Thursday in Augusta, Georgia, to share the lead after 18 holes.

Trump Attacks Conservative Critics Over Iran and MAGA Support

President Donald Trump used a long social media post to lash out at several prominent conservative commentators who have criticized his position on Iran. He singled out Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, Alex Jones, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, dismissed their influence, and said MAGA stands for strength and blocking Iran from getting nuclear weapons.

China's Wang Yi Visits North Korea During Missile Tests

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting Pyongyang as North Korea continues missile tests. The timing is being read as a signal, though no further details are provided.

Scientists observe a key microbe interaction that may help explain how complex life evolved

Researchers studying microbial mats in Shark Bay, Western Australia, say they have directly observed an Asgard archaeon and a bacterium interacting through tiny nanotubes. The team says the finding, published in Current Biology, offers a clue to how the ancient partnership that may have given rise to complex cells could have worked. They also named the newly discovered microbe Nerearchaeum marumarumayae, using a Malgana-language term meaning “ancient home.”

Airlines Raise Checked-Bag Fees as Fuel Costs Rise

Major airlines are increasing checked-bag fees as fuel prices go up, adding another charge for travelers to keep track of. Here’s what it costs to check a bag now.

Pentagon Denies Threatening the Vatican in January Meeting With Holy See Diplomat

The Pentagon says its policy chief did not threaten the Vatican during a late January meeting with Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the Holy See’s former diplomat to the United States. The denial comes as Pope Leo XIV has recently warned more strongly against the expanding use of military force.