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West Virginia man charged over alleged threats against President Trump and Trump Jr.

Federal prosecutors say 20-year-old Cody Smith of Clarksburg, West Virginia, sent messages and posted online threats describing plans to kill President Donald Trump with a .308 rifle, and also threatened Donald Trump Jr. Smith faces multiple federal threat charges and has been ordered detained, with the court citing the nature of the alleged threats and a claim from his father that Smith previously brandished a rifle during a dispute. He was earlier arrested on related state charges involving threats against Trump supporters and ICE agents, and his lawyer has sought release for inpatient substance-abuse treatment, which prosecutors oppose.

Documents allege Russian forces seized Ukrainian children at gunpoint in Kherson

Documents obtained by Euronews describe an incident in Kherson in which Russian forces allegedly took Ukrainian children at gunpoint, presented as part of a broader pattern of abduction and forced deportation of children from temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories.

Virginia poll shows narrow support for early redrawing of political maps

Virginia voters narrowly back a proposal to redraw the state’s political maps ahead of schedule, with 52 percent of likely voters in favor and 47 percent opposed, according to a Washington Post and Schar School poll. The measure could give Democrats up to four additional congressional seats, but the poll suggests the April 21 referendum remains uncertain as opponents report higher enthusiasm for voting than supporters while early voting continues.

Storm Dave prompts UK preparations for possible Easter weekend power cuts

Households across northern parts of the UK have been advised to prepare for possible power outages as Storm Dave is expected to bring strong winds and heavy snow over the Easter weekend. The Met Office has issued multiple yellow warnings covering Scotland, Northern Ireland, north Wales, and parts of northern England, with gusts forecast to reach 60 to 70mph in parts of Scotland and higher in exposed coastal areas. Energy advisers recommended keeping torches and spare batteries, stocking non-perishable food and water, switching off or unplugging appliances to avoid surge damage, and noting that boilers and solar panels may not function during a blackout.

Florida and Oregon move in opposite directions on public-sector union consent

Florida is moving to require public-sector unions to obtain consent from the workers they represent, framing the change as increasing accountability. Oregon is taking steps in the opposite direction, keeping or expanding a system that does not require unions to secure worker consent. Because nothing says “functional democracy” like two states running the same experiment with completely different instructions.

Iran conflict timelines, experts caution war end dates often slip

The question of when a potential conflict with Iran might end has been framed through timelines offered by the Trump administration, even as experts note that U.S. presidents often announce end dates for wars and then revise those estimates as events change. In other words, the deadline is real right up until reality shows up.

Teenager fatally stabbed in Whitstable, Kent, murder inquiry launched

A 19-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Belmont Road in Whitstable, Kent, in the early hours of Good Friday. Emergency services were called at around 2am, and an air ambulance arrived about an hour later, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Kent Police have opened a murder investigation, a forensic tent has been set up near Windsor House flats, and the road is expected to remain closed for several hours as inquiries continue.

How Military Attacks on Data Centers Could Affect Business Continuity

Recent targeting of commercial cloud data centers in the Middle East highlights that geopolitics and armed conflict can directly threaten critical technology infrastructure. CIOs and enterprise leaders are being urged to reassess cloud dependencies, redundancy, and disaster recovery plans to ensure their organizations can withstand disruptions.

Luke Littler responds after heated Premier League Darts dispute with Gian van Veen

Luke Littler responded on Instagram after a tense exchange with Gian van Veen during night nine of the Premier League Darts in Manchester, where Littler lost 6–5. Van Veen said he was angered by Littler celebrating his missed double and making a crying gesture, calling him a poor loser despite praising his talent. Littler later posted a message referencing his achievements and shared a screenshot of Van Veen’s comments with laughing emojis, as pundit Wayne Mardle suggested Van Veen handled the confrontation better.

Goldman Sachs’ U.S. Bank Unit Placed Under Police Surveillance in Paris

Police in Paris have put Goldman Sachs under surveillance amid heightened security concerns, days after authorities foiled an attack on a Bank of America branch. Four people, including three minors, have been placed under formal investigation in connection with the attempted attack.

K-pop Singer Mark Lee to Leave SM Entertainment and NCT Units NCT 127 and NCT Dream

K-pop star Mark Lee is departing SM Entertainment and will leave NCT, including its subunits NCT 127 and NCT Dream, in a surprise move set to take effect next week.

Seoul Stocks Rebound Nearly 3% on Hopes of Strait of Hormuz Reopening

South Korean shares jumped nearly 3% on Friday after reports that Iran is discussing with Oman a protocol to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising expectations of fewer oil supply disruptions.

The Best Once-in-a-Lifetime Marathons Around the World

A selection of extraordinary marathons that take runners through striking settings, from volcanic landscapes to Antarctic ice fields, and past historic landmarks, with routes in places such as St. Helena, Antarctica, and China.

Podcast: Key facts about Hungary’s parliamentary election

Everything you need to know about the Hungarian elections: After 16 years in power, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a parliamentary election on April 12, challenged by an opposition alliance led by Péter Magyar.

Belgium Showcases Giant Edible Chocolate Sculptures for Easter

Belgium is marking Easter with oversized edible chocolate sculptures, as nearly 40 chocolatiers from across the country display their creations in Brussels at the fourth Bel’Oeuf exhibition.

Icelandair offers a paid trip to Iceland for amateur photographers

Icelandair is offering a 10-day trip to Iceland and paying participants to take photos, aiming to show that even inexperienced photographers can capture striking images of the country.

April 3: Police Arrest Theodore Kaczynski, Known as the Unabomber

On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a cabin in Montana and arrested former college professor Theodore Kaczynski, accusing him of being the Unabomber whose mail bombs had killed three people and injured 23 since the 1970s.

Notable birthdays on April 3: Sarah Jeffery and Jennie Garth

Notable birthdays for April 3 include actor Sarah Jeffery turning 30 and actor Jennie Garth turning 54.

Easter 2026: Family activities in Kent, from egg hunts to countryside walks

Kent is offering a range of family-friendly Easter 2026 outings, including egg hunts and countryside walks, with plenty of activities aimed at keeping children entertained across the county.

EPA Adds Microplastics and Pharmaceuticals to Draft Drinking Water Contaminant Watch List

The EPA has, for the first time, included microplastics and pharmaceuticals on its draft Contaminant Candidate List under the Safe Drinking Water Act, alongside PFAS and other potential hazards. The list is updated every five years and can help state and local regulators assess risks and guide research, though it does not require new regulations. The Department of Health and Human Services also announced a $144 million STOMP initiative to develop tools to measure and monitor microplastics in drinking water, and later explore removal methods.

Planet Fitness Employee Stabbed Multiple Times at Wyncote Gym in Montgomery County

A Planet Fitness employee was stabbed multiple times at a gym in Wyncote, Montgomery County, and is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

What the Constitution Says About the Birthright Citizenship Case

The case centers on Supreme Court arguments over President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to limit birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to people who are in the country illegally. Supporters argue the 14th Amendment’s phrase “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” requires full legal and political allegiance, citing Reconstruction-era debates and the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and pointing to exceptions such as children of foreign diplomats. Opponents rely on the 1898 Wong Kim Ark decision recognizing birthright citizenship, while supporters say that precedent does not cover unlawful presence. The ruling could significantly affect immigration policy, politics, and long-term definitions of citizenship.

Supreme Court Dissent Focuses on the First Amendment

In Chiles v. Salazar, the Supreme Court struck down a Colorado law that restricted licensed counselors from providing counseling intended to change a minor’s sexual orientation or gender identity, ruling 8–1 that the law violated the First Amendment by discriminating based on viewpoint. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote that the Constitution protects the free exchange of ideas, while Justice Elena Kagan said the state had clearly favored one side of a debate. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented alone, arguing the law regulated professional conduct to protect minors and warning the decision could have broader public health and safety consequences, underscoring ongoing disputes over where to draw the line between speech and professional regulation.

Robert De Niro Attends Supreme Court Hearing

Robert De Niro attended a Supreme Court hearing in Washington as justices heard arguments over birthright citizenship. Afterward, he told reporters he couldn’t clearly follow all the courtroom exchanges but criticized the Trump administration’s position on limiting automatic citizenship for some children born in the U.S., calling it an effort to exclude people. De Niro also rejected claims that his long-running criticism of Donald Trump amounts to “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” and reiterated that he opposes Trump’s actions and approach.

Justice Jackson Questions Whether Being Subject to a Country’s Laws Implies “Allegiance”

During Supreme Court oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara, a case challenging an executive order limiting birthright citizenship, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson used a hypothetical about a U.S. citizen committing a crime while visiting Japan to explore whether “allegiance” could mean simply being subject to a country’s legal authority and able to rely on its protections. She then asked whether the same reasoning could apply to temporary residents or undocumented immigrants in the United States when interpreting the 14th Amendment’s “subject to the jurisdiction” language. Critics argue her framing risks conflating temporary legal exposure with the more traditional idea of allegiance as enduring loyalty.

Washington Wizards apologize for April Fools’ joke

The Wizards issued an apology after an April Fools’ social post “missed the mark” and got dragged online, proving once again that the internet does not accept “just kidding” as a legal defense.

How to cut energy bills by choosing a third-party supplier

With energy prices climbing, customers may be able to lower the supply portion of their electricity or natural gas bill by shopping for third-party suppliers, while utilities like PECO still handle distribution. Potential savings were cited as up to 30%, basically the modern equivalent of finding money in your winter coat, except it’s hidden behind fine print.

Trump says U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran could end in weeks

Donald Trump said the U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran could wrap up in two to three weeks, and suggested the U.S. could leave the region even without a formal deal if Iran is prevented from building a nuclear weapon. The argument emphasized outcomes over timelines: degrading enrichment and missile capacity, disrupting command networks, and preventing rapid reconstitution amid shifting regional alignments under the Abraham Accords.

Iran says key Tehran to Karaj bridge hit, Trump confirms U.S. strike

Iranian state media reported airstrikes hit the B1 bridge in Alborz province in two waves about an hour apart, leaving a breach and at least two civilian casualties. Iran blamed the U.S. and Israel, Trump publicly confirmed a U.S. attack and warned more strikes could follow without a peace deal, and Iran threatened retaliation against regional infrastructure, including bridges in Israel.

Ryan Gosling exits Daniels’ untitled Universal event film

Ryan Gosling is no longer attached to the Daniels’ untitled event film at Universal, after his casting was reported shortly after “Project Hail Mary” opened strong. Hollywood development news remains the purest form of quantum mechanics: a project both exists and doesn’t exist until opening weekend.

Artemis II crew says early mission days are busy, trajectory set for the Moon

A NASA astronaut described the Artemis II launch as “an amazing ride” as the crew pushed through a packed first few days. NASA said a key engine firing was approved and the spacecraft is now on course toward the Moon, a refreshing reminder that some institutions still do hard things on purpose.

UK rejects Iranian plan to charge ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz

Britain said it will “comprehensively reject” any Iranian move to impose multimillion-dollar charges on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries about 20% of the world’s oil. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper convened more than 40 countries calling for reopening the strait and respecting freedom of navigation, while Iran floated advance coordination requirements and continued oversight that could generate huge revenues.

U.S. Air Force F-47 concept, less lone wolf, more drone quarterback

The Air Force’s F-47 Next Generation Air Dominance fighter is being framed as a command hub coordinating autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft, rather than a standalone stealth jet. The concept hinges on resilient, hard-to-jam networking, sensor fusion, and AI-assisted decision tools, paired with longer-range “attritable” drones to extend reach, reduce tanker dependence, and distribute risk in contested airspace.

Philadelphia’s Easter Promenade returns to South Street

The 93rd Annual Easter Promenade returns Sunday to Philadelphia’s South Street Headhouse District, promising the Easter Bunny, candy, family activities, and crowds in their Sunday best, a civic tradition proving that pageantry survives everything, including common sense and weather forecasts.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asks Army chief of staff to step down

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth asked the Army chief of staff to retire immediately after two years in the role. Another day in the capital, where “civilian control” sometimes looks indistinguishable from “management by surprise announcement.”

Iran Is Losing Control Over Iraqi Militias

Iran is losing its grip on Iraqi militias, and a former special operations officer recently in Baghdad says weakened IRGC command and control since Operation Epic Fury has helped unleash more frequent attacks on U.S. and coalition targets. The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad warned of possible imminent strikes in central Baghdad and cited risks to Americans, including kidnappings, as drone and rocket attacks hit bases and even air-defense and radar systems. Washington has responded with retaliatory strikes and offered up to $3 million for information on those behind attacks on U.S. diplomatic facilities, while the militias’ growing autonomy may be tempered by shrinking Iranian funding and resupply.

U.S. supercarrier leaves Croatia after repairs and resupply

The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford departed Split, Croatia, on 2 April after a five-day port visit for scheduled repairs and resupply. The carrier remains deployed in the Mediterranean with Carrier Strike Group 12 and is available for full operational tasking, while an investigation into a previous laundry and berthing-area fire continues. Senior commanders also met with the U.S. ambassador to Croatia to discuss the strike group’s deployment and readiness.

Chartreuse and Root Beer with Kelsey McKinney

The Distraction reunites with podcaster Kelsey McKinney for a loose, jokey episode while Drew is out of town. The conversation ranges from picking up hobbies as an adult and the pitfalls of partial MLB season-ticket packages to how to do restaurants well, plus an informal early-season baseball run-through: using baseball to manage stress, the experience of nine hot dogs in a day, Dylan Moore’s eephus—briefly mistaken for Tyler Moore—early live-game impressions, and thoughts on the league’s ABS experiment. McKinney also introduces her “Sainthood” concept developed with the Elias Sports Bureau, with nods to newly minted Baseball Saints, changes in offensive style, and the once-mystical stats shop that now gets her weird emails.

Louis Bielle-Biarrey named 2026 Men's Six Nations Player of the Championship

France wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey has won the 2026 Men's Six Nations Player of the Championship award.

China May Be Testing Missile Launchers Hidden in Cargo Ships, Potentially Blurring the Line Between Freighters and Warships for the U.S. Navy

New imagery suggests China is experimenting with containerized missile launchers and sensors fitted to a commercial cargo ship. The reported configuration could provide about 60 vertical launch cells, paired with radar and communications gear, allowing a civilian hull to function as a modular missile platform for air defense, anti-ship, or land-attack missions. While the system’s real operational capability is unproven and such ships would be vulnerable if identified, the concept could rapidly expand China’s distributed firepower, complicate targeting and rules of engagement by increasing civilian-military ambiguity, and support regional denial strategies in a Taiwan contingency.

Kevin Spacey Reaches Settlements With Accusers

Kevin Spacey has reportedly settled with accusers, allowing him to maintain that he has not been found guilty in court.

How to Follow the Artemis II Mission

A guide to tracking NASA’s Artemis II mission in real time, including ways to monitor updates and listen in on mission control communications.

Blind Item #2: Actress Allegedly Portrays Former Lover in Love Triangle Play

A blind item claims an actress who also writes and directs created a play about a love triangle and infidelity, then cast herself in it. She reportedly plays “Character A,” said to represent her former lover, while “Character B” is described as representing her, and “Character C” is linked to an actress who also sings. Names floated as possible identities include Lena Waithe, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande.

California Woman Reunited With Lost Dog After Five Years

A California woman was reunited with her missing dog after five years, with the match made possible by the dog’s implanted microchip.

Brussels Festival Showcases Rare Art Nouveau and Art Deco Buildings

The Brussels Art Nouveau & Art Deco, or BANAD, festival opened around 60 historic buildings across Belgium to visitors throughout March, highlighting rarely accessible Art Nouveau and Art Deco architectural sites.

Former reality TV housewife accused of lying and mistreating seniors

A former Real Housewives cast member is accused of repeatedly lying and allegedly harming seniors. The speaker says they wanted a trial to fully air the allegations, and claims she cooperated with authorities to secure an early release from jail.

More than 40 countries form coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz after the war

More than 40 countries have launched a multinational coalition aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring it can reopen safely and remain open. The British foreign secretary said the group will mobilize a full range of diplomatic and economic tools to support a safe and sustained opening of the strategic waterway.

Italian Football Federation President and Gianluigi Buffon Step Down After World Cup Qualification Failure

Gabriele Gravina has resigned as president of Italy’s football federation after Italy failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. Former goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has also left his role with the national team.

Animal control captures an emu in Virginia

Animal control deputies in Virginia responded to an unusual call to wrangle a loose emu.

Building AI Systems with Fairness and Transparent Decision-Making from the Start

AI systems may not be designed to discriminate, but they can absorb bias from their training data and repeat it until unfairness becomes baked in. The problem is worsened by opaque models that show only final outcomes, making it difficult to trace where bias was introduced. As a result, unfair patterns can persist unnoticed because they’re hard to detect and explain.

DNA evidence links Ted Bundy to another victim decades after his death sentence

Ted Bundy has been formally linked to the 1974 murder of Laura Ann Aime after Utah investigators used advanced DNA technology to extract a male profile from preserved evidence and match it to Bundy in a national database. Aime disappeared after leaving a party on October 31, 1974, and her body was found weeks later near American Fork Canyon. Authorities said the crime scene details aligned with Bundy’s known patterns. Although Bundy had previously acknowledged involvement before his 1989 execution, officials kept the case open until the new DNA results allowed it to be officially closed.

California gas station charges $10 per gallon

While gas prices are exceeding $6 per gallon in parts of Southern California, some drivers on California’s Central Coast are seeing even higher prices, including one station charging $10 per gallon.

Oil jumps as Trump gives Iran war “almost done” vibes, plus “also maybe weeks of strikes” vibes

Oil climbed above $108 a barrel after President Donald Trump offered no clear timeline for ending the war in Iran and sent mixed signals about whether reopening the Strait of Hormuz is a key US military goal. In a prime-time address, he said objectives were “near completion,” then warned of extremely hard strikes over the next two to three weeks and revived threats to hit Iran’s power plants if no deal is reached. Iran’s military warned of broader attacks, while the UK prepared talks with 35 countries on keeping passage through the strait safe.

Justice Department says the Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional, convenient timing is convenient

Trump’s Justice Department concluded that the law requiring presidents to transfer official records to the government is unconstitutional. The move signals Trump may resist turning over his administration’s records to the National Archives at the end of his term, departing from the long-standing practice under the Presidential Records Act of 1978.

Federal judge says Congress must approve Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom, Congress remains blissfully unenthused

Trump signaled he does not plan to seek lawmakers’ approval for a proposed $400 million White House ballroom that he says would be funded through private donations. A federal judge ruled congressional authorization is required, the White House appealed, and Trump responded defiantly in public comments and on social media.

Democrats sweat a massive GOP cash edge

Democrats are increasingly alarmed by an unusual Republican fundraising advantage heading into the election. One Democratic strategist estimated the gap at up to $500 million, driven by Trump-aligned super PACs, wealthy donors, special interests, and the Republican National Committee.

Trump privately asks advisers about replacing Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence

Trump has recently sounded out cabinet officials on whether he should remove Tulsi Gabbard, citing frustration that she protected a former deputy who challenged his stated justification for the war with Iran.

Senate passes DHS funding deal, kicks it back to the House to end the shutdown

The Senate approved a bipartisan measure to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security and returned it to the House, signaling a possible end to a historic partial government shutdown. The vote happened early Thursday in a mostly empty chamber, after Trump endorsed a two-track plan: fund most DHS now, while pursuing immigration enforcement funding later through party-line budget reconciliation.

Trump’s 2027 budget aims to supercharge Pentagon funding, cut domestic agencies and entitlements

Trump is set to release a fiscal year 2027 budget plan that centers his party’s midterm message on a major Pentagon funding increase, partly offset by cuts to domestic agencies and health-care entitlements. The strategy carries political risk amid an unpopular war with Iran and rising gasoline prices, and it could trigger Republican pushback over proposed reductions to health and science programs that Congress previously rejected on a bipartisan basis.

Crimson Desert players discover Matrix-style “flying” movement trick, patch notes are probably typing themselves

Players found a way to boost while gliding and zip across the map in a “flying” style, though it is unclear whether it is intended or a glitch. The technique involves unlocking specific skills and a precise sequence using Focus Mode, Aerial Roll, and exiting Focus at the right moment to keep the speed boost. Players say it is fun but fiddly, may not meaningfully increase total distance, and could be patched soon based on Pearl Abyss’ history of fixing similar exploits.

DNA Testing Links 1974 Death of Utah Teen to Serial Killer Ted Bundy, Sheriff Says

A Utah sheriff’s office said new DNA testing has definitively connected the previously unsolved 1974 death of a Utah teenager to serial killer Ted Bundy.

Magnitude 7.6 offshore earthquake strikes near Indonesia, leaving one dead

A strong magnitude-7.6 undersea earthquake struck early Thursday off the northwest coast of Indonesia near the eastern volcanic island of Ternate, with officials reporting at least one death.

Audi’s five-cylinder engine will continue outside Europe

Audi says its 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine will stay in production for markets outside Europe, according to a company spokesperson.

Grattan on Friday: A long-term fuel strategy should be central to the Albanese government’s reform agenda

Grattan on Friday argues that Australia’s unfolding fuel crisis has exposed the country’s vulnerability, and that a comprehensive long-term fuel security plan should sit at the centre of the Albanese government’s reform agenda. The opposition pushed a popular fuel excise cut and the government soon followed. Albanese also abruptly dropped a proposal to expand parliament after a populist backlash, sidelining senior ministers in the process. He has since taken a more hands-on role in managing the fuel situation, using public addresses to calm concerns and signal further emergency measures, while insisting the May 12 budget will still pursue ambitious economic reform. With reserves at about a month’s supply and only two refineries left, the piece says the budget, or urgent separate action, should outline credible steps to strengthen fuel resilience, especially given heightened geopolitical risks.

Could a War with Iran Undermine the EU’s Green Transition?

A war against Iran is pushing energy prices sharply higher and stoking fears about supply security, which could slow the European Union’s climate plans. EU leaders argue the long-term answer is to speed up the shift to clean power and cut dependence on fossil fuels.

Lindsey Buckingham Allegedly Attacked by Woman Who Threw an Unidentified Substance

Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham was reportedly attacked when a suspected stalker threw an unidentified substance at him before fleeing the scene. Police expect to make an arrest soon.

Endangered palm cockatoo chick hatches in an artificial nest for the first time

An endangered palm cockatoo chick has been born in an artificial nest in a world-first success, with adult birds using an artificial hollow to incubate the egg, feed the chick, and raise it until it eventually fledged.

April 2, 2005: Pope John Paul II Dies at 84

On April 2, 2005, Pope John Paul II, who led the Roman Catholic Church for more than 25 years, died at age 84 in his apartment at the Vatican.

Famous birthdays on April 2 include Pedro Pascal and Clark Gregg

Famous birthdays for April 2 include actor Pedro Pascal turning 51 and actor Clark Gregg turning 64, among others.

Rapid Snowmelt in the American West Alarms Scientists

Rapid snowmelt in the American West is alarming scientists after extreme March heat triggered an unusually fast collapse of snowpack, pushing major river basins to record or near-record lows. USDA data showed the Great Basin at 16% of average snowpack, the lower Colorado region at 10%, and the Rio Grande basin at 8%, even as precipitation was near normal in many areas. More than 1,500 monthly heat records were broken, and researchers warned the event could severely undermine the 2025–26 water-year snowpack across much of the region, with California tied for its worst mountain snowpack on record.

White House address: Trump says U.S. war aims in Iran are close to being met

In a Wednesday night White House address, President Donald Trump said the U.S. military was nearing its objectives in the war against Iran and warned of escalating strikes, including a threat to bomb the country severely.

Junior doctors to proceed with planned strikes despite Keir Starmer’s criticism

Junior doctors have confirmed they will press ahead with a six-day strike from April 7 to April 13 after talks with the government collapsed. Keir Starmer called the planned walkout “reckless” and set a 48-hour deadline to cancel it or lose an improved pay offer, which included reimbursement for exam fees and thousands of additional specialty training posts. The BMA rejected the deal, arguing it does not address long-term pay erosion and staffing pressures, and continues to seek a 26% pay rise. The Department of Health said it is “disappointing” and warned some planned training places will not go ahead, while Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch urged a ban on doctors’ strikes.

AccuWeather: Cloudier and Cooler Weather Expected Thursday in the Philadelphia Region

AccuWeather reports a cold front moving through the Philadelphia region tonight, bringing increased cloud cover and a sharp cooldown on Thursday, with temperatures dropping by about 30 degrees.

Parkside Borough Council President Resigns After Facing Theft Charges

Parkside’s borough council president, Capobianco, resigned after being charged with theft. Investigators allege he used a borough-issued gas card to buy about $2,500 in fuel for personal vehicles.

92-year-old dies amid tax lien dispute as sheriff carries out eviction

A 92-year-old woman, Gloria Gaynor, died while authorities enforced an eviction tied to a tax lien dispute. She had lived in the home for decades, and her daughter, Jackie Davis, said she expected the property would eventually be passed down to the family.

Training Aircraft Lost Power Before Philadelphia Crash That Injured Two, Including Off-Duty Officer

A small training aircraft lost power and crashed in a Philadelphia park, injuring two people, including an off-duty police officer.

SpaceX Confidentially Files for a U.S. Initial Public Offering

SpaceX has confidentially filed for a U.S. IPO, according to Reuters, and is reportedly aiming for a valuation above $1.75 trillion. The company, which launches more rockets than any other, is pitching investors on ambitions spanning lunar and Mars missions, potential AI data centers in space, and its Starlink satellite internet business, which is increasingly used in military operations. The filing follows SpaceX’s merger with Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI in a deal that valued SpaceX at $1 trillion and xAI at $250 billion, and the company has scheduled analyst events in late April and early May.

Artemis II Astronauts Begin a Historic Lunar Mission

Artemis II astronauts have launched on a historic lunar voyage expected to last about 10 days, a key step toward enabling a Moon landing planned for 2028.

Luigi Mangione’s state trial moved from June to September; federal trial rescheduled to October

On Wednesday, Luigi Mangione’s state trial was postponed from June to September, a few hours after his federal trial was also delayed, shifting from September to October.

Brit Hume Rejects Claims That the Moon Landing Was Fake

Fox News chief political analyst Brit Hume dismissed moon-landing conspiracy theories on “Special Report,” saying he never doubted that the Apollo missions were real and praising astronauts for their skill and courage. The comments came as NASA launched its first crewed lunar mission in more than 53 years, sending four astronauts aboard Orion for a 10-day lunar flyby test under the Artemis II program. NASA evidence cited against conspiracy claims includes detailed images of Apollo landing sites from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and laser reflectors left on the Moon that are still used for scientific measurements.

Papers Focus on Trump’s Comments About Potential US Withdrawal from NATO and Scott’s First Public Response

Thursday’s front pages are dominated by the US president’s remarks suggesting he is considering pulling the United States out of NATO, alongside coverage of Scott making his first public comments after a period of silence.

Secretive RAT55 Radar Test Jet Enters a New Phase of Operations

The U.S. Air Force says its highly secretive NT-43A “RAT55” radar cross-section measurement aircraft is transitioning into a new phase of service, beginning with data collection during NASA’s upcoming Artemis II launch. The modified Boeing 737-based jet is best known for measuring the radar and other signatures of stealth aircraft in flight, but officials declined to provide details on future missions. With the airframe now more than five decades old and no confirmed replacement publicly identified, the aircraft may increasingly support space launch and recovery operations, as well as other advanced test and development work.

Rocket launches four Artemis II astronauts on a mission around the Moon and back

A rocket has launched carrying four Artemis II astronauts on NASA’s planned lunar flyby mission, marking the first crewed trip to the Moon in 53 years.

BBC Science Editor Reacts Emotionally to the Artemis II Launch

BBC science editor Rebecca Morelle watched the Artemis II launch from about three miles away in Florida, reacting emotionally as the most powerful rocket ever built lifted off.

AccuWeather: Cooler and Cloudier Weather Expected Tomorrow in the Philadelphia Region

AccuWeather reports that after record-breaking warmth this afternoon, the Philadelphia region could see scattered downpours and thunderstorms tonight, followed by cooler and cloudier conditions tomorrow.

Tsunami warning issued after 7.8-magnitude earthquake off Indonesia

A major tsunami warning was issued after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s coast. Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines were placed on high alert, and the U.S. Tsunami Warning System said hazardous waves could occur within about 1,000 km of the epicenter in the Northern Molucca Sea.

World Cup fans face long queues and high prices during high-demand ticket release

World Cup ticket sales remain highly competitive, with fans encountering long online queues and elevated prices as demand surges. FIFA said more than 1 million tickets were sold in each of the first three sales phases, totaling over 3 million general-sale tickets.

Anthropic Incident Deepens Tensions Between AI Developers and Cybersecurity Firms

A leaked Claude source code incident involving Anthropic is fueling growing friction between AI developers and cybersecurity vendors, as rapid jumps in model capability raise the stakes over how these systems are handled, secured, and monitored.

Qodo Raises $70 Million Series B to Improve Governance and Quality of AI-Generated Code

Qodo has raised $70 million in Series B funding as enterprises look for ways to manage the risks and quality issues that come with LLM-generated code at scale. The New York-based startup is developing multi-agent systems designed to review code, enforce standards, and reduce risk in enterprise software development.

HHS Moves Internal Cybersecurity and AI Oversight Back to the CIO Office

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is undoing Biden-era organizational changes by shifting department-wide cybersecurity, cloud, AI, and data operations back under the Office of the CIO. At the same time, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT is returning to a narrower focus on external health IT policy and standards.

Simplify Security to Improve Recovery

Unified security platforms can help organizations cut ransomware and AI-driven threat risk and costs by getting more value from existing infrastructure. Leaders are encouraged to boost resilience with private cloud architectures, more efficient storage, and automated recovery.