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FBI raids Texas home possibly linked to suspect accused of throwing explosive at OpenAI CEO’s house

April 13, 2026

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Trump administration agrees to keep flying rainbow Pride flag at New York’s Stonewall monument

April 13, 2026

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Employment Opportunities at WABC-TV

April 13, 2026

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Manhunt continues for gunmen in deadly Chick-fil-A shooting in New Jersey

April 13, 2026

What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

April 13, 2026

Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

Ex-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribes

April 13, 2026

Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by industry figures.

Leo becomes first Pope to visit Algeria at start of major Africa tour

April 13, 2026

Leo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.

The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?

April 13, 2026

The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off.

World News

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The Battle Over Refreshers Heats Up as McDonald’s Enters the Mix

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Investors Brace for a New Hormuz Blockade Threat

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Trump Administration’s Temporary Reprieve on Russian Oil Expires

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Iran Blockade Sets Up a Test of Which Side Can Endure More Pain

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The Economist Is Putting Names (and Faces) to Its Magazine

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Judge Dismisses Trump’s Suit Over WSJ Report on Birthday Card to Epstein

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Judge Dismisses Trump’s Suit Over WSJ Report on Birthday Card to Epstein

April 13, 2026

The judge said President Trump had not “plausibly alleged” that The Journal published the article with actual malice.

Shipping Companies Remain Reluctant to Sail Through Strait of Hormuz

April 13, 2026

The United States said it has started to block vessels doing business with Iran from the strait. Details on how that would work are unclear.

Hollywood Heavyweights Sign Letter Opposing Paramount’s Deal for Warner Bros.

April 13, 2026

The letter warns that the deal will result in fewer jobs for creatives, along with higher costs and less choice for audiences.

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Lisa Nichols Takes on Broadway with Transfotainment

December 7, 2024

Latest Technology

Rockstar Games says hack will have ‘no impact’

April 12, 2026

Fable PS5 Reportedly Delayed, GTA 6 Could Push It to 2027

April 12, 2026

‘Tarkov in Space’ Revealed as Fragmentary Order, a Sci-Fi ‘Combat Simulator’

April 12, 2026

New report claims Microsoft is considering changing Day One access to Call of Duty on Game Pass

April 12, 2026

Politics

Many Popes Before Leo Have Been Entangled in Politics. Here Are 5 of Them.

April 13, 2026

Leo XIV, under fire from President Trump, has joined predecessors including Francis and John Paul II in confronting political issues.

Trump, Iran Tensions, Birthright Citizenship Fight, and Texas Senate Drama

April 13, 2026

Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics

The Odds: Rep. Eric Swalwell’s political future

April 13, 2026

Sports

‘Gone too soon’: Former NFL player Chris Payton Jones killed in car crash

Action News Jax is hearing from the aunt and uncle of former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones, who was killed in a car accident on Saturday.

Women's T20 World Cup prize money revealed: Here's what teams will earn

The ICC has announced a record prize pool of approximately Rs 82 crore for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup in England and Wales. This year's tournament, featuring 12 teams, sees a 10% increase in prize money compared to the previous edition. Champions will receive USD 2.34 million, with all...

Vote for the Softball Player of the Week for April 6-12

Pitcher with a perfect game and hitter with 3 home runs in a single game headline nominees. Voting ends at 8 p.m. on April 19.

Marotta: ‘Inter ambitious without being arrogant, but that Como penalty…’

Beppe Marotta delights in Cristian Chivu’s joke because Inter must be ‘ambitious without being arrogant,’ but daren’t imagine the controversy if that Como penalty had been decisive.The Nerazzu...

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler achieved a feat not seen for 24 years at The Masters

This year’s Masters was the closest we have come to an out-and-out duel between Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy. Scheffler, the world number one, hunted down McIlroy late in an attempt to prevent McIlroy from tying him in Masters wins.

Blue Jays' Shane Bieber injury news isn't good after trade

Toronto has dealt with all sorts of pitching injuries.

The Superbowl: Cultural Phenomenon or a Mirror of Society’s Issues

March 22, 2025

The Super Bowl has long been more than just a championship football game; it’s a cultural touchstone that reflects and influences societal trends. The halftime …

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January 4, 2024

Entertainment

Have we been reading Toni Morrison all wrong?

April 13, 2026

Harvard professor Namwali Serpell has been teaching Morrison for nearly two decades. Her book, On Morrison is a deep dive into the Nobel winner’s complete body of work — 11 novels, plays and criticism.

‘Speakeasies to Symphonies’ and ‘Cosmic Music’ chronicle 2 jazz greats

Staff Writer April 13, 2026

Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews biographies of two musicians who transcended jazz, and to whom recognition was slow in coming: James P. Johnson, born in 1894, ...

Asha Bhosle, the voice of Bollywood, has died aged 92

Staff Writer April 12, 2026

The Bollywood legend was one of the world's most recorded artists — who, by her own reckoning, made more than 12,000 songs.

Lifestyle

Why Young People Are Drinking Less

March 6, 2026

Turning Heartbreak into a New Beginning: The Promise of Emotional Alchemy

January 5, 2026

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The Holiday Hangover: How to Start 2026 Without Money Regret

As the glitter fades and holiday cards are tucked away, many of us face an unwelcome epilogue: surprise credit card statements, depleted savings, and a ...

January 2, 2026

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The Cruise Comeback: Why Travelers Can’t Resist the High Seas

Cruise ships have always embodied a unique kind of vacation: part adventure, part luxury, part community experiment. After a pandemic slowdown, cruising has surged back ...

December 31, 2025

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How Craig Bruce Is Redefining Success for Executives at Crossroads

Picture this: A high-powered executive boards yet another flight home after another week on the road. As he settles into his first-class seat, the flight ...

September 25, 2025

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