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Trump Team Tracking Economic Risks During Iran War
One of the biggest questions hanging over President Donald Trump's strikes on Iran – and the ceasefire that followed – was how much damage a prolonged conflict could do to the U.S. economy.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:26:32 EDTJudge Dismisses Trump's Lawsuit Against WSJ Over Reporting on Epstein Ties
A federal judge dismissed President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch on Monday over a story on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:04:03 EDTReport: US, Iran Still See Path to Deal Despite Talks Breakdown
The U.S., Iran, and intermediary countries reportedly all believe a peace deal remains possible despite talks breaking down over the weekend in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:21:21 EDTHungary's Magyar Pushes to Become PM by May 5
Hungary's election winner Péter Magyar called Monday on the country's president to convene the parliament to form a new government "as quickly as possible," in hopes that he can take over from Viktor Orbán as prime minister as early as May 5. Speaking at a news conference...
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:07:55 EDTCanada Special Elections Put Carney Near Majority
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is on the verge of securing a majority government as special elections are held in three districts on Monday.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:42 EDTOil Prices Again Top $100 a Barrel as US, Iran Trade Port Threats
Oil prices jumped to more than $100 a barrel again and Wall Street was appears to be following global markets lower Monday as the U.S. military prepared to blockade traffic to and from Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz, where most shipping has been stalled since the ...
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:39:31 EDTRoblox to Introduce Age-Based Accounts in Child Safety Push
Videogame platform Roblox on Monday said it will create tailored accounts for young users in a push to shore up online safety, as it deals with intense global scrutiny over concerns of child endangerment.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:22:24 EDTPope Leo: 'I Am Not Afraid of Trump'
Pope Leo XIV addressed reporters Monday while traveling aboard the papal plane to Algeria, offering a measured and direct response to recent remarks involving President Donald Trump.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:35:42 EDTGallup Poll: 50% Don't Use AI at Work as Use Climbs
More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread.New Gallup polling finds that while more employees are using AI frequently in their work, there's been an uptick in alarm that new technologies will...
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:51:51 EDTAntisemitic Attacks in 2025 Led to Highest Number of Fatalities in 30 Years, Study Finds
Last year saw the highest level of deadly violence against Jews in over three decades, with 20 people killed in antisemitic attacks, according to an annual study released by Tel Aviv University on Monday.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:42 EDTStarmer: UK Will Not Back Blockade of Strait of Hormuz
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that whatever the pressure, Britain would not be dragged into the Iran war nor be involved in a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. "We're not supporting the blockade," he told BBC Radio 5 Live, adding that it was vital to get...
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:44:12 EDTSouth Korean President's Holocaust Remarks Spark Outcry From Israel and Controversy at Home
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has sparked a diplomatic row with Israel and criticism at home after comparing Israeli military actions against Palestinians to the Holocaust in a post on social media platform X.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:39:34 EDTPope Leo Says He Does Not Fear Trump, Pushes Back in Feud Over Iran War
U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV pushed back Monday on President Donald Trump's broadside against him over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, telling reporters that the Vatican's appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the Gospel, and that he doesn't fear the Trump ...
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:17:55 EDTCENTCOM: Hormuz Blockade to Begin Monday Morning
U.S. Central Command announced Sunday that American forces will begin enforcing a maritime blockade of traffic to and from Iranian ports starting Monday at 10 a.m. Eastern time following a presidential directive.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:12:14 EDTNYC Mayor Pushes Plan for City-Run Grocery Stores
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani rallied Sunday to celebrate 100 days in office, touting his early accomplishments and charting future goals as he pledged to lead with a relentless focus on the city's working class.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:08:10 EDTSwalwell Faces DHS Referral Over Nanny Hiring Allegations
The Trump administration has referred allegations that Rep. Eric Swalwell improperly employed a Brazilian nanny without valid work authorization to law enforcement officials within the Department of Homeland Security for investigation.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:57:39 EDTUS Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats Kill 5, Leave 1 Survivor in Eastern Pacific
The U.S. military said Sunday that it blew up two boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing five people and leaving one survivor, as the Trump administration pursues its campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:49:58 EDTSwalwell Suspends Campaign for Calif. Governor
Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he is suspending his campaign for California governor amid a growing scandal and a criminal investigation into sexual assault allegations.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:52:38 EDTTrump: Pope Leo 'Weak' on Crime, 'Terrible' on Foreign Policy
President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized Pope Leo in a lengthy Truth Social post, accusing the pontiff of being weak on crime and misguided on global affairs amid rising tensions over war and U.S. policy.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:36:35 EDTPope Leo to Begin Africa Tour Across 4 Nations
Pope Leo begins an ambitious 10-day tour of four countries in Africa on Monday, urging global leaders to address needs on the continent where more than a fifth of the world's Catholics live.
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