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Iran Issues Threat After US Warships Transit Strait of Hormuz
Iran is threatening to attack any U.S. Navy ships entering the Strait of Hormuz, warning through Pakistani mediators that vessels could be targeted within 30 minutes if they continue through the strategic waterway - a move that could jeopardize ongoing negotiations.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:37:56 EDTGreer Defends Economy, Calls Disruption 'Temporary'
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Friday downplayed concerns about recent economic data, calling current challenges a "temporary disruption" while highlighting what he described as strong underlying fundamentals under President Donald Trump.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:37:42 EDTBishop Strickland Raises Concerns Over US View of Papacy
The Vatican's calls for peace amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran have taken on added urgency following reports of a tense exchange between U.S. officials and senior Catholic representatives, Newsweek reported on Saturday.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:35:46 EDTNYC Subway Stabbings Leave 3 Hurt and Knife-Wielding Man Shot
Two people were taken to the hospital Saturday after a reported stabbing and shooting at a major New York subway station, a fire official said.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:23:09 EDTSwalwell: 'Allegations Are Flat False,' Apologizes to Wife Amid Political Fallout
Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., is forcefully denying sexual misconduct allegations while apologizing to his family for what he described as past "mistakes in judgment," as scrutiny intensifies during his run for California governor.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:56:58 EDTPoll: Majority of Britons See US Negatively
British public opinion toward the United States has undergone a dramatic and measurable shift in recent months, with new polling indicating that a clear majority of Britons no longer see America as a force for good in the world.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:31:55 EDTTrump: Empty Tankers Head to US for Oil, Gas
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that large numbers of completely empty oil tankers were heading to the United States to load up with oil and gas.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:16:28 EDTPelosi: Swalwell Should Exit Calif. Governor's Race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., joined a growing number of Democrats Friday in calling for Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., to drop out of California's gubernatorial race amid allegations he sexually assaulted a former staffer.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:23:52 EDTNew Iran Leadership More Extreme, IDF Says
Israel Defense Forces have warned that Iran's new leadership is even more extreme than its predecessor, the Times of Israel reported.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:01:24 EDTArtemis II Astronauts Splashdown After Historic Moon Flight
Artemis II's astronauts returned from the moon with a dramatic splashdown in the Pacific on Friday to close out humanity's first lunar voyage in more than a half-century.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:42:20 EDTTucker to Newsmax: Feel Sorry for 'Slave' Trump Amid Feud
Tucker Carlson escalated his feud with President Donald Trump on Friday, a day after Trump lashed out at several prominent right-leaning commentators, including Carlson, who have criticized the conflict with Iran.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:19:23 EDTMan Arrested After Throwing Molotov Cocktail at Sam Altman's Home
San Francisco police arrested a 20-year-old man early Friday morning in connection with an alleged arson attempt at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home in San Francisco, California, and subsequent threat to burn down a business, authorities said.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:11:58 EDTUnsealed Docs: What Suspect Told Partner After Kirk Killing
The alleged assassin of Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk told his boyfriend and roommate he saw an opportunity to kill the conservative icon and took it, newly unsealed court documents revealed Friday.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:17:00 EDTSexual Assault Claims Rock Swalwell's Bid for Calif. Governor
The gubernatorial campaign of Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., has been rocked by allegations he sexually assaulted a former staffer.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:21:47 EDTFAA: Anti-Drone Lasers Safe After Texas Closures
Counter-drone lasers will now be able to be used along the southern border after the Federal Aviation Administration agreed with the Pentagon Friday that they are safe, so additional airspace closures aren't expected.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:24:17 EDTStarmer Slams Trump, Cites Energy Volatility
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced rare public frustration over global political pressures and sharply distanced himself from U.S. President Donald Trump's rhetoric in comments published Thursday.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:06:23 EDTTrump Endorsement May Play Key Role in La. Senate Race
Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., has President Donald Trump's endorsement in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate — but it hasn't been enough to guarantee her victory.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:39:10 EDTRenderings Unveiled of Trump's Triumphal Arch in D.C.
President Donald Trump's plans for a new triumphal arch in the capital, unveiled Friday, include a towering winged figure with a Lady Liberty-like torch and crown, flanked by two eagles and guarded by four lions - all gilded.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:25:35 EDTEurope Airlines Face Jet Fuel Shortage, Flights at Risk
European airlines are warning that jet fuel shortages could hit within the next three weeks, which would significantly impact the continent's economy.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:25:15 EDTICE Launches Effort to Uncover 'Birth Tourism Schemes'
President Donald Trump's administration plans to crack down on networks it says help pregnant women lie on visa applications in order to secure U.S. citizenship for their U.S.-born babies.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:19:45 EDT