Justice Sotomayor issues rare apology for remarks about conservative colleague
Washington Post · 14h ago · The extraordinary public apology highlights rifts on the court dominated by a 6-3 conservative majority.
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Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Issues Public Apology to Kavanaugh
· Wall Street Journal · 15h ago
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NBC News · 16h ago ·
Justice Sonia Sotomayor issues unusual apology over 'hurtful' remarks about colleague Brett Kavanaugh
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The liberal Supreme Court justice had criticized her conservative colleague while talking about an opinion he wrote last year in an immigration case.
The Guardian · 16h ago ·
Ketanji Brown Jackson condemns conservative justices’ pro-Trump orders
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Liberal judge attacks emergency-docket rulings as Sonia Sotomayor apologizes for remarks about Brett KavanaughThe supreme court justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has delivered a sustained attack on her conservative colleagues’ use of emergency orders t
ABC News · 18h ago ·
Justice Jackson chides Supreme Court conservatives over 'oblivious' pro-Trump emergency orders
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Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has delivered an attack on her conservative colleagues’ use of emergency orders to benefit the Trump administration
Politics
Prosecutors add terrorism charge in new D.C. pipe bomb indictment
Washington Post · 16h ago · Brian Cole Jr. is accused of placing explosives near the RNC and DNC headquarters the night before the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection.
Suspect accused of planting pipe bombs on eve of January 6 faces new charges
· The Guardian · 19h ago · Brian Cole Jr, accused of planting the devices near the RNC and DNC buildings in DC, faces two more felony countsThe individual accused of placing pipe bombs near the headquarters of both the Republican and Democratic national committees on the night
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CBS News · 22h ago ·
D.C. pipe bomb suspect hit with 2 new charges
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Brian Cole Jr. faces new charges of attempting to use weapons of mass destruction and committing an act of terrorism while armed.
Where Swalwell’s exit leaves the California governor’s race
NPR · 17h ago · A crowded governor’s race in California got a little less crowded when Democrat Eric Swalwell ended his campaign — and resigned his seat in Congress — following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Eric Swalwell Resigns From Congress Amid Sexual-Misconduct Allegations
· Rolling Stone · Apr 14, 2026 · The California representative has been accused by at least five women of sexual misconduct and assault. He denies the allegations
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NPR | Podcast | Up First · Apr 14, 2026 ·
Swalwell Resignation, Strait Of Hormuz Standoff, Trump Feuds with Pope Leo
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Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell is resigning after multiple women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct, just one week after he was seen as a frontrunner in California's governor's race.The U.S.
Washington Post · Apr 11, 2026 ·
Swalwell staffers stand with accusers as Manhattan DA confirms investigation
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The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.
ABC News · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Allies yank support for Swalwell's California governor run after sexual assault allegations
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Prominent supporters of California Rep. Eric Swalwell's bid for governor are withdrawing their support in a stunning political reversal
Wall Street Journal · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Democrats Pressure Swalwell to Exit California Governor’s Race After Allegations
Bloomberg · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Swalwell Loses California Governor Race Backers Amid Sex Assault Allegations
CBS News · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell denies sexually assaulting former staffer
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The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
The Guardian · Apr 10, 2026 ·
California: Eric Swalwell staffers quit after new sexual assault allegations
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Allies of Democratic governor contender withdraw support after accusations in San Francisco Chronicle and on CNNCalifornia gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell’s campaign suffered a major blow on Friday as several staffers resigned and prominent p
NBC News · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Former staffer accuses Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexually assaulting her while she was intoxicated
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A former aide to Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat for governor of California, said he sexually assaulted her twice. He has denied the allegations.
Politico · Apr 10, 2026 ·
A former Swalwell staffer agreed not to disparage him in discrimination settlement, document shows
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The California Democrat has claimed that no one on his staff signed an NDA during his tenure.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2026 ·
Swalwell accused of sexually assaulting female staff member, sending nude photos
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Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democratic front-runner in the hotly contested California governor's race, was accused of sexual assault by a former staff member in a report published on Friday.
International Business Times · Apr 11, 2026 ·
10 Photos of Eric Swalwell's Wife Brittany Watts As Congressman Apologises For Multiple Assault Claims
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Eric Swalwell issues a public apology to his wife, Brittany Watts, amidst allegations of misconduct, drawing attention to their private life.
Andreessen, Horowitz Boost AI Super PAC Cash to Over $50 Million
Bloomberg · 23h ago
Senate rejects 4th attempt to curb Trump's war powers in Iran
CBS News · 19h ago · It was the fourth time Democrats in the Senate had forced a vote on the issue since the war began on Feb. 28.
Senate Republicans again block Democratic effort to end Trump's Iran war
· NBC News · 19h ago · WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans voted down a resolution Wednesday pushed by Democrats to prohibit President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran
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Bloomberg · 19h ago ·
US Senate Again Rejects Democrats’ Push to End War in Iran
SantaCon promoter arrested for charity fraud, New York federal prosecutors say
CNBC · 21h ago · More than 25,000 people dressed as Santa Claus and other Christmas characters pass through New York bars in an annual event meant to raise money for charity.
Popular NYC SantaCon charity fundraiser was more con than Claus, authorities say
· ABC News · 21h ago · Federal authorities say a SantaCon charity fundraiser that flooded New York City with inebriated young people in red and white Santa costumes every holiday season was a con
Trump threatens to fire Fed chair as criminal probe dims outlook of his departure
NBC News · 21h ago · President Donald Trump threatened to fire Federal Reserve Bank Chair Jerome Powell if he stays on the board after his leadership term expires next month — but also championed the federal investigation that could sideline his own pick for the job.
Trump threatens to fire Powell if the Fed Chair remains with central bank after his term ends
· ABC News · Apr 15, 2026 · President Donald Trump has again threatened to fire Jerome Powell if the Federal Reserve Chair decides to stay on the central bank’s governing board after his term as chair expires next month
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NPR · 22h ago ·
Once again, Trump threatens to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell
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President Trump once again threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and doubled down on a discredited probe of the central bank.
Dr. Erica Schwartz emerges as White House's top pick for CDC leader
CBS News · 21h ago · Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Former deputy surgeon general is recommended for CDC director, sources say
· NBC News · 21h ago · HHS recommended Dr. Erica Schwartz, a deputy U.S. surgeon general during Trump’s first term, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sources say.
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Washington Post · Apr 14, 2026 ·
White House favors Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to lead CDC
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Schwartz would be Trump’s third nominee to lead the CDC. She left government in 2021, after the Biden administration passed her over for acting U.S. surgeon general.
Family speaks out as single mom remains detained for nearly a month: "It doesn't feel right"
CBS News · 14h ago · Shanelle Kaul exclusively spoke with the family of a single mother who has been detained by federal immigration officials for nearly a month. She worked in the country for decades as a courtroom interpreter.
Trump administration pushes nations to sign ‘trade over aid’ declaration
Washington Post · 14h ago · Secretary of State Marco Rubio called it an opportunity to use the U.N. system to “promote America First values,” according to a cable reviewed by The Post.
Treasury secretary says Americans can already see refunds as Trump's tax breaks kick in
CBS News · 14h ago · Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Americans are already seeing record refunds as President Trump's new tax breaks start to kick in. Nancy Cordes reports.
Nation
FIFA chief Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup "for sure"
CBS News · 16h ago · FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated his stance Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the U.S.
FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war
· ABC News · 16h ago · FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup “for sure” despite its war with the United States
Allbirds's pivot from footwear to AI sends its shares soaring 600%
CBS News · 17h ago · The sneaker maker is selling its footwear assets and rebranding as "NewBird AI," betting on booming demand for AI computing power.
Allbirds Soars 373% After Sneaker Firm Rebrands as AI Stock
· Bloomberg · Apr 15, 2026
SantaCon Organizer Charged With Wire Fraud for Allegedly Pocketing Charity Funds
Rolling Stone · 18h ago · Stefan Pildes is accused of funneling more than $1 million of charity money into personal expenses
SantaCon organiser charged with stealing $1m from charity pub crawl
· BBC · 20h ago · Prosecutors say Stefan Pildes spent hundreds of thousands of $2.7m raised for charity on personal expenses.
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NBC News · 20h ago ·
'SantaCon' organizer accused of pocketing more than $1 million earmarked to charities
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The man who runs an infamous Christmas-time bar crawl used that annual New York City event to line his pockets with money that he told yuletide drinkers was going to charity, authorities said Wednesday.
Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives
ABC News · 19h ago · The security guard at Camp Mystic the night of last year’s deadly flood has acknowledged that if there was a general evacuation order early in the storm, lives could've been saved
Could the Girls of Camp Mystic Have Been Saved?
· Longreads · 20h ago · "Dozens died in a Texas flood, dividing families over whether it was an act of God or adult failure."
Snap is cutting 1,000 workers in the latest tech layoff
Los Angeles Times · 21h ago · Snap Chief Executive Evan Spiegel told employees that the company is trying to cut costs and cited AI tools.
Snap lays off 16% of workers, citing 'rapid advancements' in AI. Read the memo it sent to staff.
· Business Insider · Apr 15, 2026 · CEO Evan Spiegel said Snap would cut 1,000 employees, 16% of its global workforce, citing "rapid advancements in artificial intelligence."
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The Verge · Apr 15, 2026 ·
Snap is laying off 16 percent of its staff as it leans into AI
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Snap is laying off roughly 16 percent of its global workforce in a cost-cutting effort to chase improved profitability with the help of AI. The cuts will impact around 1,000 full-time employees, according to a memo sent to staffers from Snap CEO Evan Spiegel.
Courtroom interpreter held by ICE says she worked in U.S. legally for decades
CBS News · 14h ago · Meenu Batra, a single mother, was detained at a Texas airport in mid-March. She has worked as a courtroom interpreter in the U.S. for more than 20 years.
Illinois woman works 3 jobs to make dream possible for her and her grandmother
CBS News · 14h ago · When an Illinois grandmother had to sell her house after years of love and good memories, her granddaughter worked three jobs to make a dream possible. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Brian Hooker leaves Bahamas to be with ailing mother as search for wife continues
CBS News · 14h ago · According to his attorney, Brian Hooker plans to return to the Bahamas as the search for his wife, Lynette Hooker, continues.
Tornadoes sweep U.S. as storms travel east
CBS News · 14h ago · Severe storms slammed the central U.S. for days and on Tuesday began moving east, threatening millions with another possible outbreak of tornadoes and hail. Rob Marciano tracks it all.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury rules
CBS News · 14h ago · The lawsuit involved dozens of states that alleged Live Nation undermined competition and drove up ticket prices.
Business
Jury Decides Against Live Nation in Antitrust Trial
Wall Street Journal · 16h ago
Jury finds Ticketmaster and Live Nation operated illegal monopoly
· Los Angeles Times · 18h ago · The verdict by a Manhattan jury came after a five-week trial and caps a closely watched case that could have far reaching effects across the music industry.
Live Nation Illegally Monopolized Concerts and Ticketing, Jury Finds
Wall Street Journal · 19h ago
Jury Finds Live Nation Illegally Monopolized Ticketing Market
· Bloomberg · 19h ago
Sotomayor Apologizes for ‘Hurtful’ Criticism of Kavanaugh
Bloomberg · 15h ago
Ford’s EV and software chief Doug Field is leaving the company
The Verge · 18h ago · Ford is shaking things up as it relates to its EV and software teams. Doug Field, who left Apple five years ago to helm Ford's multibillion-dollar bet on electric vehicles and software, is stepping down next month.
Famed Investor Mark Mobius Has Died at 89
Bloomberg · 17h ago
Emerging-Market Pioneer Mark Mobius Dies at 89
· Wall Street Journal · 18h ago
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Financial Times · 18h ago ·
Veteran investor Mark Mobius dies at 89
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Renowned fund manager was a pioneer in emerging market investing
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona live streams free from anywhere
Business Insider · Apr 13, 2026 · The Champions League quarterfinals continue. Learn how to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona from anywhere.
Liverpool have star power, but PSG show it takes more than talent to truly sparkle
· ESPN · Apr 14, 2026 · Liverpool's Champions League journey ended with a whimper Tuesday at the hands of a clinical Paris Saint-Germain.
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CBS News · Apr 14, 2026 ·
Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid Champions League quarterfinal second leg prediction, odds, expert best bets
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SportsLine soccer expert Jon Eimer makes his best bets for Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinal round
ABC News · Apr 14, 2026 ·
Barcelona needs comeback against Atletico Madrid to return to Champions League semifinals
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Barcelona and Atletico Madrid meet for the fifth time in less than two months on Tuesday
Oil Steady on Signs US, Iran Working Toward Ceasefire Extension
Bloomberg · 13h ago
How Iran and the US Are Positioning Themselves for Talks
Bloomberg · 14h ago
Inside India newsletter: Small towns are powering e-commerce's fastest-growing market, dominated by Amazon, Walmart unit
CNBC · 14h ago · Small towns are fueling India’s e‑commerce surge, with Amazon and Flipkart chasing new shoppers, faster delivery and rising aspirational demand.
Singapore Dollar to Outperform Peers as Yuan Link Deepens
Bloomberg · 14h ago
Technology
Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children's safety
BBC · 16h ago · Top executives from firms such as Meta and YouTube will be asked what they are doing to protect children.
UK’s Starmer Summons US Social Media Firms Over Online Safety
· Bloomberg · 16h ago
Why Amazon Is Buying Globalstar—and What It Means for Your iPhone
Wired · 21h ago · Amazon is paying more than $11 billion for a small satellite company.
Why Amazon Is Buying Starlink Rival Globalstar in $11 Billion Deal
· Wall Street Journal · Apr 14, 2026
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Bloomberg · Apr 13, 2026 ·
Amazon Nears Deal for Globalstar in Push to Rival Musk’s Starlink
International Business Times · Apr 15, 2026 ·
Amazon Challenges Musk's Starlink With $11.5bn Globalstar Deal — And It Has An iPhone Connection
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Amazon to acquire Globalstar for $11.57 billion, gaining Apple's iPhone satellite deal in its biggest challenge yet to Musk's Starlink.
CNBC · Apr 14, 2026 ·
Amazon to buy Globalstar to bolster Leo satellite business in deal worth about $11.6 billion
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Amazon said it would acquire Globalstar, giving its nascent satellite internet business a boost as it vies to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX.
Good Omens S3 trailer sets up a blessed conclusion
Ars Technica · 22h ago · Prime Video's supernatural comedy will end with a special 90-minute final episode.
‘Good Omens’ Season 3: Trailer Drops For Finale Of Prime Video Fantasy Epic
· Deadline Hollywood · Apr 15, 2026 · The topsy-turvy ride taken by Prime Video’s Good Omens is almost over. Trailer has dropped for the Season 3 finale of the Terry Pratchett adaptation, which will be formed of one 90-minute episode.
Companies Troll DoorDash and Trump After White House Delivery Stunt Goes Badly Wrong
International Business Times · 13h ago · A staged fast food delivery to the Oval Office involving DoorDash and Trump led to public backlash and corporate mockery, highlighting a shift in corporate social commentary.
How Anthropic Learned Mythos Was Too Dangerous for the Wild
Bloomberg · 13h ago
The public sours on AI and data centers as Anthropic, OpenAI look to IPO and tech keeps spending
CNBC · 14h ago · Negativity around AI could be a drag on OpenAI and Anthropic as the startups look to go public, and will likely be a major issue in the midterm elections.
Oracle Brings Mission-Critical Availability To The Agentic AI Era
Forbes · 14h ago · Oracle AI Database 26ai introduces Platinum and Diamond availability tiers, post-quantum cryptography, and AI agent data security for mission-critical workloads.
Nvidia’s Huang Says Mythos Shows Need for US-China AI Dialogue
Bloomberg · 15h ago
Cramer's lightning round: Nokia still has room to run
CNBC · 15h ago · "Mad Money" host Jim Cramer rings the lightning round bell, which means he's giving his answers to callers' stock questions at rapid speed.
The market is seeing a feverish rotation. Here’s Cramer’s advice on how to play it
CNBC · 15h ago · CNBC’s Jim Cramer offers guidance for navigating a “tricky” market rotation.
Entertainment
Erika Eleniak Set To Reprise ‘Baywatch’ Role Of Shauni McClain In Fox’s Sequel Series
Deadline Hollywood · 14h ago · Erika Eleniak will reprise her Baywatch role of Shauni McClain in the Fox sequel series. The actress will guest-star in the series as Shauni, a former Baywatch lifeguard-turned-Santa Monica city councilwoman.
‘Baywatch’ Reboot: Erika Eleniak to Reprise Role of Shauni McClain
· Variety · 14h ago · Another familiar face has joined the “Baywatch” reboot at Fox. Erika Eleniak, who starred in the first two seasons of the show before departing at the beginning of Season 3, will reprise her role as Shauni McClain in a guest starring capacity.
‘The Copenhagen Test’ Canceled After One Season At Peacock
Deadline Hollywood · 14h ago · Peacock is not moving forward with a second season of The Copenhagen Test. The streamer has canceled the espionage thriller starring Simu Liu and Melissa Barrera after one season, a source close to the situation confirmed to Deadline.
‘Copenhagen Test’ Canceled After One Season at Peacock (EXCLUSIVE)
· Variety · 15h ago · Peacock has canceled “The Copenhagen Test” after just one season, Variety has learned exclusively. The espionage thriller series, which was led by Simu Liu, dropped all eight episodes of its one and only season on Dec.
Australian Police Launch Investigation After Ruby Rose Accused Katy Perry Of Sexual Assault
Deadline Hollywood · Apr 15, 2026 · Australian police have launched an investigation after Ruby Rose accused Katy Perry of sexual assault in a string of social media posts. Perry has strongly denied the claims.
Katy Perry Under Investigation in Australia Over Ruby Rose Sexual Assault Allegations
· Variety · Apr 15, 2026 · A police investigation is underway in Australia after Katy Perry was accused of sexual assault by “Batgirl” and “Orange Is the New Black” actor Ruby Rose.
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Los Angeles Times · Apr 13, 2026 ·
Katy Perry denies Ruby Rose's sexual assault allegations: 'Dangerous reckless lies'
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Katy Perry's rep says Ruby Rose's allegations that the pop star sexually assaulted her at a club in Australia nearly 20 years ago are 'categorically false.'
Rolling Stone · Apr 13, 2026 ·
Katy Perry Denies Ruby Rose’s Sexual Assault Claim, Calls Accusations ‘Reckless Lies’
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Actress claimed the singer sexually assaulted her at a Melbourne nightclub and later helped her secure a visa to the U.S.
International Business Times · Apr 14, 2026 ·
Katy Perry, Ruby Rose Feud Explained: Why Is Orange Is The New Black Star Speaking Out Against Firework Singer Now?
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Ruby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual assault in a Melbourne nightclub years ago; her team denies it as false, escalating their feud.
Dan Stevens Cracks Open the Mouth of Madness in ‘The Terror: Devil in Silver’
Gizmodo · 20h ago · The latest season of AMC+ and Shudder's Ridley Scott-produced horror anthology is adapted from Victor LaValle's eerie novel.
‘The Terror: Devil In Silver’ Trailer: Dan Stevens Endures A Living Hell In A Terrifying Mental Hospital In Season 3
· Deadline Hollywood · 22h ago · “You’re in the jungle, baby”. He certainly is. AMC+ and Shudder have dropped the trailer for The Terror: Devil in Silver, ahead of its May 7 premiere.
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Variety · 22h ago ·
‘The Terror: Devil in Silver’: AMC Drops First Trailer for Third Season of Horror Anthology Series (TV News Roundup)
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AMC+ and Shudder have revealed the trailer and key art for “The Terror: Devil in Silver,” the third installment in the horror anthology. The six-episode limited series will debut on May 7 on AMC+ and Shudden, with new episodes airing weekly.
Demi Moore Joins Charlize Theron & Julia Garner In Amazon MGM Thriller ‘Tyrant’
Deadline Hollywood · 20h ago · Demi Moore (Landman) is set for a key role alongside Charlize Theron and Julia Garner in Tyrant, Amazon MGM Studios’ new culinary thriller from writer-director David Weil, Deadline can confirm.
Demi Moore Joins Charlize Theron, Julia Garner in Culinary Thriller ‘Tyrant’ at Amazon MGM (EXCLUSIVE)
· Variety · 20h ago · Demi Moore will turn up the heat in Amazon MGM’s new culinary thriller “Tyrant,” alongside Charlize Theron and Julia Garner. The Oscar-nominated star of “The Substance” has accepted a key role in the project, Variety has learned exclusively.
We Finally Know Why 'The White Lotus' Season 4 Is Set in France
NBC News · 21h ago · This is the plot of Season 4 of "The White Lotus" which is set in France. It's going to focus on the Cannes Film Festival.
‘The White Lotus’ Season 4: Cannes Film Festival Theme & Logline Confirmed, Hotel Locations To Include Croisette Staple As Production Starts
· Deadline Hollywood · 22h ago · Season 4 of Mike White’s The White Lotus has begun filming on the French Riviera. After weeks of speculation, HBO has confirmed in the start of production announcement that the Cannes Film Festival, which will take place in the area during filming of the new installment, will be part of the story.
Allbirds Is Getting Out of the Shoe Business and Pivoting to AI Infrastructure
Gizmodo · 22h ago · Say hello to Newbird AI, a radical experiment in buying GPUs and praying that profits follow.
Allbirds Is Pivoting to AI Compute. Sure, Why Not
· Wired · 23h ago · Once a $4 billion apparel juggernaut, Allbirds will rebrand as NewBird AI, a “GPU-as-a-Service” company. Hey, if you can't beat ’em, join ’em.
‘Focker-In-Law’ Unveils Trailer, Thanksgiving Release At CinemaCon; Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro & Ariana Grande In Fourth Family Reunion
Deadline Hollywood · 13h ago · Universal used a portion of its CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas on Wednesday to reveal the trailer for Focker-In-Law, the latest installment in the Meet the Parents franchise and the first one since 2010.
‘Lord of the Flies’ and ‘Spartacus: House of Ashur’ Screenings Among Programming Added to SeriesFest’s 2026 Lineup (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety · 13h ago · A screening of Netflix’s “Lord of the Flies,” an innovation talk with NBCUniversal Entertainment chief business officer Liz Jenkins and a panel with writers from NBC dramas are among the additional programming SeriesFest has unveiled for its 12th season.
Khloé Kardashian Says She Regrets Being in Lamar Odom's Documentary: 'I Feel Played'
NBC News · 13h ago · Khloe Kardashian reacts to comments Lamar Odom made about her after the release of his documentary.
Sports
LIV Golf not shutting down? CEO says 2026 season will be completed amid speculation over Saudi Arabia funding
CBS News · 14h ago · Four years after its dramatic launch, LIV Golf's future appears to be tenuous ... just not before the end of the year
Players told LIV Golf to run 'for many years' amid collapse rumours
· BBC · 16h ago · Sergio Garcia says LIV Golf's players were told earlier this year the event would run for "many years" as rumours swirl the Saudi-backed venture is on the verge of collapse.
Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike suffers suspected Achilles rupture, set to miss World Cup with France
CBS News · 22h ago · Ekitike suffered the injury in the first half of Liverpool's defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday
Slot fears Ekitike injury is 'really bad'
· BBC · Apr 14, 2026 · Liverpool boss Arne Slot says Hugo Ekitike's injury 'looks really bad' after the France striker was taken off on a stretcher during Tuesday's Champions League loss to Paris St-Germain.
LeBron outside the top 20?! Steph at 50?! How we ranked this postseason's stars
ESPN · 13h ago · ESPN analyst Zach Kram ranked and tiered the 50 NBA players most likely to make the biggest impacts in the postseason.
NCAA urges study of change that would start eligibility at HS graduation or age 19
ABC News · 14h ago · The NCAA confirmed it is exploring a move to an age-based eligibility model that would give athletes a window of five years for Division I competition starting immediately after their high school graduation or 19th birthday, whichever comes first
Champions League Power Rankings: Bayern Munich, PSG surging while Arsenal do just enough
CBS News · 14h ago · Here's how the semifinalists stack up after a wild quarterfinal round filled with goals
Arsenal rediscover defensive identity in UCL but attacking crisis looms over Manchester City trip
CBS News · 14h ago · The Gunners are through to the last four of the Champions League, but they must quickly turn the page ahead of Sunday's huge showdown at the Etihad
Ranking potential Champions League finals: Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal would be special, but it's not No. 1
CBS News · 15h ago · Atletico Madrid will take on Arsenal in the semifinals, while reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain will face Bayern Munich
Vincent Kompany proves doubters wrong and has made Bayern Munich the clear Champions League favorites
CBS News · 15h ago · A statement win over Real Madrid, despite a shaky start, has the Bavarian club as the team to beat in UCL
Grading all 30 NBA teams' regular seasons
ESPN · 15h ago · Tim Bontemps grades all 30 teams, from surprise contenders to franchises banking on lottery luck.
Deandre Ayton knows the Lakers need him to be his best in the playoffs
Los Angeles Times · 15h ago · Early in his career, the 7-foot center helped the Phoenix Suns reach the NBA Finals as a double-double machine. The Lakers need that again.
World
Pete Hegseth's 'No Mercy' Order Cited in Six-Article Impeachment Filing Over Iran Strikes
International Business Times · 16h ago · Representative Yassamin Ansari has filed impeachment articles against US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing constitutional violations and unauthorized military actions in Iran, sparking a political showdown.
House Democrats file articles of impeachment against Hegseth
· CBS News · 21h ago · House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claiming he has "demonstrated a willful disregard for the Constitution."
BBC plans to cut 2,000 jobs to reduce costs by about 10% over next 2 years
ABC News · 21h ago · The BBC plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs to save 10% of its annual budget
Student kills at least nine people in Turkey's second school shooting in two days
NBC News · 21h ago · A 14-year-old student fatally shot at least nine people, including eight of his fellow students, and wounded at least 13 others at a middle school in southeastern Turkey.
At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
· CBS News · Apr 14, 2026 · An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
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ABC News · Apr 14, 2026 ·
A gunman opens fire at a high school in Turkey, wounding at least 16 before killing himself
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An assailant has opened fire at a high school in southeastern Turkey, wounding at least 16 people before killing himself
U.K. police hunt for 2 suspects in attempted arson attack on synagogue
CBS News · 23h ago · London police are looking for two people who threw bottles likely containing gasoline at a North London synagogue in what's being treating as an "antisemitic hate crime."
Manhunt after attempted arson attack on synagogue
· BBC · Apr 15, 2026 · Police say two suspects threw petrol-filled bottles at Finchley Reform Synagogue but they did not ignite.
Did Kash Patel Really Say America Should 'Prioritise Israel'? FBI Director Roasted Over Resurfaced Video
International Business Times · 14h ago · FBI Director Kash Patel is facing backlash over a video urging the US to prioritise Israel, sparking debate over America's foreign policy, the 'America First' doctrine and fuelling social media outrage.
Why Are Police Back at Nancy Guthrie's Home? The Truth Behind the New Patrols
International Business Times · 14h ago · Police in Tucson have stepped up patrols around the home of missing 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie and her relatives after complaints about trespassing vloggers and 'citizen journalists', insisting the case remains active amid rising online speculation and national media pressure.
Trump Gives Supporters a Fake Job Title — Then Asks Them for More Cash
International Business Times · 14h ago · Trump's fundraising employs fake promotions and intimidation tactics to secure donations, raising ethical concerns. Strategies include fabricated job titles and threats of deportation to pressure supporters.
500,000 Undocumented Immigrants in Spain Eligible For Legal Status After Amnesty Approval
International Business Times · 14h ago · Spain's government has approved an amnesty programme granting legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants, aiming to boost the economy and support an ageing population.
Trump Shades Obama by Sharing Self-Soothing Meme on Social Media Months After Racist Post
International Business Times · 15h ago · Donald Trump reignites his feud with Barack Obama by sharing a meme on Truth Social, mocking Obama's past comments about Trump's presidency.
House defies Trump on immigration with move to shield Haitians
Washington Post · 15h ago · The vote to advance a bill extending protections for Haitians marks the first time Republican lawmakers have voted this term to oppose Trump’s immigration policy.
Science
How natural selection really shaped humanity
The Economist · 17h ago · Adaptation in response to evolutionary pressure is surprisingly common
I Am Artemis: Rebekah Tolatovicz
NASA · 17h ago · Listen to this audio excerpt from Rebekah Tolatovicz, a mechanical technician lead supporting the Orion spacecraft’s main contractor Lockheed Martin: At NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, there is a fleet of Orion spacecraft in work, and Reb
NASA Selects Voyager for Seventh Private Mission to Space Station
NASA · 17h ago · NASA and Voyager Technologies have signed an order for the seventh private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, targeted to launch no earlier than 2028 from Florida.
NASA Launches Six CubeSats to International Space Station
NASA · 17h ago · Experiments and supplies bound for the International Space Station launched on April 11 as part of the agency’s Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services 24 mission.
How AI hackers will shake up cyber-security
The Economist · 17h ago · The technology could eventually favour the defenders—but expect a bumpy ride
Why Does This Newly Discovered 2,000-Year-Old Stone Slab Depict a Roman Emperor as an Egyptian Pharaoh?
Smithsonian · 20h ago · The sandstone monument shows Tiberius standing next to a family of local gods. Archaeologists say the scene illustrates the ruler's role as a leader who upheld cosmic order in Egyptian society
How Do Different Psychedelics Affect the Brain? Scientists Analyzed More Than 500 Neural Scans to Find Out
Smithsonian · 21h ago · A new study suggests that four psychoactive compounds work in surprisingly similar ways, and that they break down the separation between how we think internally and how we perceive the outside world
Largest ever map of universe captures 47 million galaxies and quasars
New Scientist · 22h ago · The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has finished the most detailed survey of the universe to date, and the resulting map will help researchers understand an apparent weakening ofdark energy
Neanderthal infants were enormous compared with modern humans
New Scientist · 22h ago · A detailed analysis of the best-preserved Neanderthal infant skeleton ever found suggests that our ancient relatives grew much faster as young children
Does Your Cat Always Leave Behind a Half-Full Bowl of Food? New Research Points to Why Our Furry Friends Can Be Such Picky Eaters
Smithsonian · 22h ago · A new study suggests that domestic cats get bored of monotonous meals. Switching up their food—or even just nearby scents—could help them join the clean plate club
Health
WHO says vaccinations saving millions in Africa, but aid cuts threaten progress
ABC News · 22h ago · The World Health Organization says vaccination programs across Africa have saved more than 50 million lives over the past five decades, but progress is slowing in some countries
Dr. Pimple Popper Shares Her Product Picks for Glowy Skin
NBC News · 23h ago · Dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee, known for her show "Dr. Pimple Popper," joins TODAY to share her favorite products to help clear up skin for spring to get that gorgeous glow.
They counted on a rural dialysis unit to keep them alive. Then it closed
NPR · Apr 15, 2026 · A hospital in Nebraska shut down the only dialysis unit for miles, upending lives. That's despite a new federal program that gave the state more than $200 million to improve rural health care access.
Quit a GLP-1? Plan to start again? It's not recommended, but plenty of people do it
NPR · Apr 15, 2026 · A majority of people who start the obesity and diabetes medicines known as GLP-1s also quit them, and plan to restart again. Research hasn't yet shown the health impacts of cycling on and off the drugs.
FDA asks Lilly for more safety data on weight loss pill Foundayo
NBC News · Apr 14, 2026 · The Food and Drug Administration is asking Eli Lilly to gather more safety data on its new weight loss pill, Foundayo, including whether it could be linked to liver and heart problems, according to the approval letter published online Tuesday
Can red light therapy really deliver a beauty and health glow-up? Here's the science
NPR · Apr 14, 2026 · Social media influencers claim red light therapy can deliver everything from younger-looking skin to more hair growth, better sleep and even boost longevity. Does science back up those claims?
Beef is making a comeback – does it fit into a healthy diet?
New Scientist · Apr 14, 2026 · The protein craze is in full swing and beef consumption is on the rise, particularly in the US, where health agencies are promoting red meat as part of an optimum diet.
Ophthalmologist is front-runner for next FDA vaccine chief, sources say
NBC News · Apr 14, 2026 · Dr. Houman Hemmati, an ophthalmologist critical of the government’s Covid vaccine response, is the front-runner for the role of the FDA's vaccine chief, sources say.
Historic decline in U.S. overdose deaths threatened by changing street drug supply
NPR · Apr 14, 2026 · Drug overdose deaths are plummeting in the U.S. in ways never seen before. Experts worry new, toxic "synthetic" street drugs could derail the recovery.
Antioxidant in mushrooms may target uterus cells to ease period pain
New Scientist · Apr 14, 2026 · L-ergothioneine, an antioxidant found in certain mushrooms, is thought to neutralise damaging molecules in uterine cells that may contribute to period pain
Books
Whiting Foundation names its 10 emerging authors of 2026
NPR · 15h ago · The annual Whiting Award for Emerging Writers comes with $50,000 to support each winner's work. It's one of the largest prizes granted to promising new authors.
A soothsaying servant girl, an unstable king, and the modern-day scholars on their trail
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 14, 2026 · Hailed as a prophet, Elizabeth Barton railed against King Henry VIII and his plan to break with the pope in Rome and form his own church.
Have we been reading Toni Morrison all wrong?
NPR · Apr 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
NPR · Apr 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, and Alice Coltrane, born in 1937.
Are you there, readers? It’s a Judy Blume biography.
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 10, 2026 · A new book illuminates the prolific author’s life, work, and fame. Her frankness made her a lightning rod.
Move over, Mr. Ripley. 'I Am Agatha' is a delightfully duplicitous debut
NPR · Apr 10, 2026 · Nancy Foley's deviously-plotted novel centers on an aging artist in New Mexico. Brutally dismissive of anyone who disagrees with her, Agatha is a perfectly engaging (if unreliable) narrator.
Alice Coltrane drew on gospel music of her youth
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 9, 2026 · The groundbreaking musician Alice Coltrane gets her first comprehensive biography, thanks to author Andy Beta.
'After the Flood' argues Bob Dylan's late career is just as potent as his early years
NPR · Apr 9, 2026 · Much of our image of Dylan derives from his early protest music, but Robert Polito's book makes the argument that the most recent 30 years of Dylan's career have been just as creative as the first 30.
11 new books in April offer a chance to step inside someone else's world
NPR · Apr 8, 2026 · The books we're spotlighting this month don't exactly radiate escapist good vibes — but they do offer the opportunity to step into someone else's life and get to know their view of our shared world.
Can logging be reshaped by forest regeneration? Suzanne Simard says yes.
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 6, 2026 · Forest ecologist Suzanne Simard, the child of loggers,makesan impassioned argument for preserving forests and helping them to regenerate.
Lifestyle
Miriam Adelson’s $40 Million Boosts GOP’s Midterms War Chest
Bloomberg · 15h ago
Wealthy Asians Chasing Returns Pour $25 Billion Into AI Startups
Bloomberg · 15h ago
TV-Shopping Network QVC Plans to File Bankruptcy Imminently
Bloomberg · 15h ago
One man's mission to clean up South Florida's mangrove forests
NPR · 16h ago · Picking up trash in Mangrove forests has become a calling for one Florida man.
The Fascinating History Of How Income Taxes Got Americans Hooked On Cocktails
Forbes · 16h ago · The new tax revenue enabled Prohibition, which led to bad booze. Cocktails were used to mask rough spirits. Here’s the story, plus a few recipes to try.
Canada Is Mulling Age Restrictions on AI Chatbots and Social Media
Bloomberg · 16h ago
TikTokers Are Mocking Generative AI—And Racking Up Millions Of Views
Forbes · 17h ago · TikTok creators are going viral with the help of AI, creating comedy skits fueled by weird hallucinations generated by ChatGPT, Grok and Claude.
Tatiana Wilkins Explains Out Of Home Ads And Why They Keep Growing
Forbes · 17h ago · Those ads you see in the wild have a name and a big business behind them. I spoke to an expert in the field, Tatiana Wilkins, about the boom,
Stündenglass And Be$os Blend Cannabis And Latino Culture
Forbes · 18h ago · The latest drop from Stündenglass and Be$os blends engineering and identity, spotlighting Latino culture through a limited-edition cannabis accessory.
Rolex And Cartier Release Head-Turning Anniversary Pieces At WWG 2026
Forbes · 18h ago · At this year's Watches & Wonders Geneva 2026 show, brands like Rolex and Cartier demonstrated their 100 years of technical prowess and design expertise.
Travel
As Gas Tops $4 Per Gallon, Congress Considers Lowering The Gas Tax
Forbes · 16h ago · With prices climbing, a new proposal would suspend the federal gas tax, but only while prices remain above $4/gallon.
The best cruise suites at sea, from family treehouses to ship funnels
The Independent UK · 16h ago · Staying in a suite can add an extra element of luxury to a sailing
Cruising provides a £147bn global economic boost, report says
The Independent UK · 16h ago · A study by the World Travel and Tourism Council has detailed the sector’s financial value
Kraft Launches New ‘Restaurant Edition’ Boxes Of Macaroni And Cheese
Forbes · 18h ago · As more Americans try to cut back on dining out, will convenience meals help curb excessive restaurant spending?
Michelin Adds 9 New Restaurants To The New York Guide
Forbes · 19h ago · Five restaurants in Brooklyn and four restaurants in Manhattan are now recognized by the Michelin Guide
An Insider’s Guide To The Langham, London
Forbes · 19h ago · With $15,000‑a‑night suites, personal butlers, and a spa rooted in Chinese Medicine, The Langham is one of London’s most glorious escapes.
Disney unveils updated Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — and the ride height is lowered
The Independent UK · 21h ago · The ride is reopening with new track, cars and extra special effects
Long-Term Test: Why Garmin’s Zumo XT2 Is Still My Favorite Nav System
Forbes · 21h ago · The ZT2 can take whatever punishment you throw at it, and still get you where you're going.
Air New Zealand introduces bunk beds for economy passengers
The Independent UK · 22h ago · No snacks are allowed and naps are limited to four hours
6 Winning Hotels For Boston Sports Fans
Forbes · 22h ago · No matter if you’re in town for the marathon or the playoffs, you’re sure to score with a stay in the City of Champions.
Opinion
Allbirds Pivots to AI. Seriously
Bloomberg · 16h ago
Allbirds Is Pivoting to AI. Why Not?
· Wall Street Journal · Apr 15, 2026
The World Isn’t Ready for a Taiwan Strait Shock
Bloomberg · 18h ago
Are colleges undermining education with easy A's?
Washington Post · 18h ago · An upcoming Washington Post Opinions show. Stay tuned.00:00 - Monologue 02:36 - Are colleges undermining education with easy A's? 17:41 - How does cannabis affect the human brain? 27:14 - Will Americans be able to make whiskey at home?
Iran Risks Are Smoke on the Waterfor Takaichi
Bloomberg · 19h ago
The Iran War Has Fired Up Value Investing. But What Next?
Bloomberg · 20h ago
AIbirds
Bloomberg · 20h ago
Finally, Real Progress Against Pancreatic Cancer
Bloomberg · Apr 15, 2026
Don’t Give Up (Yet) on Getting World Cup Tickets
Bloomberg · Apr 15, 2026
Mamdani's Waymo Ban Is the Wrong Way to Regulate Robotaxis
Bloomberg · Apr 15, 2026
Why Aren’t Americans Working as Hard as They Used to?
Bloomberg · Apr 15, 2026
Features
Who Is Black Comedy For?
Longreads · 18h ago · “A new book is nostalgic for the ’90s. But the era of crossover success was not necessarily the pinnacle of Black comedic achievement.”
Curiosity Is No Solo Act
Longreads · 22h ago · "It gains its real power when embedded in webs of relationship and shared meaning-making."
‘They’re Gonna Make Me Cry’: I Competed at a Speed Puzzling Championship
Longreads · Apr 15, 2026 · "You might think of puzzling as leisurely, but it’s now a sport. I entered a national competition and discovered a passionate community."
The Longreads Questionnaire, Featuring Ibram X. Kendi
Longreads · Apr 15, 2026 · The Stamped and How to Be an Antiracist author on the superpower he'd like to have, the outlets he likes to read, and his latest work, Chain of Ideas.
I Found It: The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America
Longreads · Apr 14, 2026 · "Thirteen thousand miles. Infinite contenders. One beautiful loaf."
Politics After Literacy
Longreads · Apr 14, 2026 · “Postliteracy won’t replace reason with madness, but it might give us madness of a new and different type.”
How autoimmune conditions can unexpectedly drive mental illness
New Scientist · Apr 14, 2026 · Antibodies mistakenly attacking the brain are linked with conditions including schizophrenia, dementia and OCD, prompting a revolution in how we think about mental health conditions
Holding Pattern: A Reading List on Waiting . . .
Longreads · Apr 14, 2026 · Everyone waits. No one is spared the waiting room, one way or another. Seven stories on an essential human condition.
Turfin’ Safari
Longreads · Apr 13, 2026 · "Growing grass for the 2026 World Cup has been a years-long science project. Here's how it’s going, from B.C. to Tennessee."
The Absolute Hell of Watching a Movie at the Alamo Drafthouse in 2026
Longreads · Apr 13, 2026 · "Once America's most promising movie theater chain has become a QR-coded symbol of corporate enshittification."