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Today: April 09, 2026
Today: April 09, 2026

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Tennessee high court blocks order allowing media witnesses to view more parts of executions

The Tennessee Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court’s order that would have let media witnesses view more parts of state-run executions

Tennessee high court blocks order allowing media witnesses to view more parts of executions
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran

Over the course of a single day, President Donald Trump went from threatening Iran with “annihilation” to proclaiming that Iran's leadership had presented a “workable” plan that led him to agree to a two-week ceasefire

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story
MidEast|Political|World

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there

Lebanon’s health ministry says that Israeli strikes during the day killed 182 people, the highest single-day death toll in the Israel-Hezbollah war

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there
Crime|Sports|US|World

Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive suspensions following brawl

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López each received seven-game suspensions from Major League Baseball on Wednesday after they were ejected following their participation in a brawl

Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive suspensions following brawl
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’
Celebrity|Election|Political|Sports|World

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97

Jim Whittaker, who in 1963 became the first American to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97
Technology|World

Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long

An uncertain ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. and Israel may do little to stop cyberattacks from hackers allied with Tehran

Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to

A ceasefire deal between the United States and Iran appears to be in jeopardy

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to
Political|US|World

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks

U.S. Senator Peter Welch, a Democrat from Vermont, reacts to Trump's decision to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks.

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Dodgers great Davey Lopes, an infield fixture and record-setting base stealer, dies at 80

Davey Lopes, a longtime Los Angeles Dodgers infielder and premier base stealer, has died

Dodgers great Davey Lopes, an infield fixture and record-setting base stealer, dies at 80
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones

Lunar love knows no bounds

Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones
Economy|Election|Finance|World

Carney attracts a 5th Conservative lawmaker to Canada's Liberal Party

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has attracted another opposition Conservative lawmaker to the Liberal Party

Carney attracts a 5th Conservative lawmaker to Canada's Liberal Party
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Brazil's Lula argues for ban on online betting platforms

Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday he favors a national ban on online betting platforms, whose revenues in the South American nation are estimated in more than $4 billion per year, one of the biggest markets in the world

Brazil's Lula argues for ban on online betting platforms
Business|Economy|Political|World

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show

More Federal Reserve policymakers were willing to consider an interest rate hike this year at their March meeting than in January, as higher gas prices stemming from the Iran war threatened to worsen inflation in the coming months

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show
Opinion|World

Presidential words can turn the unthinkable into the thinkable − for better or for worse

For years, Donald Trump’s rhetoric has relied on insult, ridicule, threat and contempt. But the scale of violence in his words during the first week of April 2026 was new – and had a purpose.

Presidential words can turn the unthinkable into the thinkable − for better or for worse
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs

Southwest Airlines said Wednesday it is raising its checked baggage fees by $10 less than a year after ending its famous “bags fly free” policy

Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs
Crime|MidEast|World

Mother hopes freed US reporter will come home following her release from Iraqi captors

The mother of an freelance American journalist who was released from captivity in Iraq says she hopes her daughter will finally return home to rural Wisconsin after living abroad for decades

Mother hopes freed US reporter will come home following her release from Iraqi captors
Business|Economy|World

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots

The California Supreme Court has ordered a Republican county sheriff who seized more than half a million 2025 election ballots to pause his probe into election fraud allegations while the judges review the legal challenge against it

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to tap into unconventional natural gas deposits to reduce reliance on foreign energy

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas
Crime|US|World

Bondi won't appear for House deposition next week in the Epstein investigation

The Department of Justice has indicated that former Attorney General Pam Bondi won't appear for a scheduled deposition next week before a House committee investigating how the government handled its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein

Bondi won't appear for House deposition next week in the Epstein investigation
Business|Environment|Sports|World

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported

A fire has broken out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’

President Donald Trump threatened to jail a journalist as part of a hunt for the “leaker” behind initial reports Friday that a second Air Force officer from a downed US fighter jet was missing. Trump did not specify which media outlet he was referring to, and a White House official declined to answer questions about his remarks.

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule
Environment|Science|US|Videos|World

Hawaii faces another major flood threat 2 weeks after its worst flooding in 20 years

Hawaii faces another major flood threat 2 weeks after its worst flooding in 20 years

Hawaii faces another major flood threat 2 weeks after its worst flooding in 20 years
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths

China’s government says Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed not to escalate their conflict and to “explore a comprehensive solution” after several weeks of cross-border fighting that has killed hundreds of people

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths
Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty
Arts|Sports|Technology|World

Justin Rose says Masters tournament record of 63 could fall one day. It would take near perfection

The tournament record at the Masters is 63 and has been for three decades

Justin Rose says Masters tournament record of 63 could fall one day. It would take near perfection
Business|Sports|World

Rhode Island challenger ensures US will have a boat at next year's America's Cup

There will be an American boat at next year’s America’s Cup after all

Rhode Island challenger ensures US will have a boat at next year's America's Cup
Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says
Economy|Environment|World

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil's Amazon rainforest are reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment

Tariff-driven uncertainty, rising costs and tax law changes have prompted many companies to reconsider their strategies

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment
Arts|Education|Lifestyle|World

A project to save rural synagogues grows from Maine to Montana

The Center for Small Town Jewish Life at Colby College is growing as Passover ends this year

A project to save rural synagogues grows from Maine to Montana
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it

An enduring sense of ownership led businesses and citizens to defend the country’s public health system.

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkish authorities have detained nine people in connection with an attack on police outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Environment|Health|Science|World

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan

When I talk about my anthropological fieldwork, many Americans are shocked to learn that “living on a nuclear test site” is even a logical statement.

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets
Economy|Political|US|World

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-governed island to come under its control

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’
Election|Finance|US|World

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority
Asia|Political|World

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties

South Korea’s military says it detected North Korea firing several short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties
Australia|Crime|World

Decorated Australian veteran remains behind bars on Afghan war crime charges

Australia’s most decorated living veteran did not apply for bail when the war crime murder charges against him were listed in a Sydney court Wednesday

Decorated Australian veteran remains behind bars on Afghan war crime charges