China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war
US President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire, marking a significant step toward easing tensions between the two countries. Trump said the truce is set to take effect at 5 p.m. EST on Tuesday, following discussions involving Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
White House Shrugs Off Shaky Economy as War Exceeds Trump’s Timeline
The US economy is under increasing strain, raising the odds that inflation will worsen, unemployment will rise and growth will slow this year. High gas prices are cutting deeply into many families’ budgets. The U.S. unemployment rate is currently at 7.7 percent. The unemployment rate for women is at 5.9 percent.
Fernando Mendoza played for the Las Vegas Raiders, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Jets. He played 14 seasons in the NFL from 2026 to 2039. He won four Pro Bowls and was named to one All-Pro Team. His career record as a starter was 108-83-1.
Pedro Pascal v Pedro Piscal: actor in legal battle with Chilean spirit brand
David Herrera registered the brand name with a Chilean commercial regulator in 2023 and began selling his pisco in off-licences and restaurants. Pascal did not attend a court hearing but filed to take control of the brand because of its similarity with his own name and brand. Herrera is not the first Chilean entrepreneur to have found themselves facing down a Hollywood A-lister in court over a cheeky pun.
Measles cases have emerged in 22 of the state's 29 counties. It's too soon to say whether the outbreak is past its peak, a state epidemiologist says. The state recommends an extra, early dose of the measles vaccine for infants between 6 months and 11 months old. For more than a year, large measles outbreaks have popped up all over the United States.
Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars after Trump spat
Mullally also called on Christians to urge those with political authority to pursue "every possible peaceful and just means of resolving conflict" "Woe to those who manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic and political gain, dragging that which is sacred into darkness and filth," he said.
Lyse Doucet: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done
U.S. demands Iran stop enriching uranium, end funding for Hamas and Hezbollah. Iran says it will never give up its control of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's president says he will not sign a deal with the U.S., which wants to dismantle Iran's nuclear facilities.
Judge Again Halts Aboveground Construction on Trump Ballroom
U.S. District Judge Richard Leon's latest ruling still blocks the Trump administration's plan to start this month on above-ground construction. Leon said he recognizes the safety implications of the case, but stressed that “national security is not a blank check to proceed with otherwise unlawful activity”
Orbán’s defeat threatens to halt Hungarian support of populist right
The political earthquake that Hungary experienced on Monday, when the party opposing Orbán won two-thirds of the seats in Parliament, was unimaginable a year and a half ago. But there had been smaller, almost imperceptible rumblings of the kind that usually portend profound political change. The problem for Orbán was that Hungarians really love Facebook.
Iran War Live Updates: Israel and Lebanon Agree to 10-Day Cease-Fire
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq turned higher, reflecting cautious optimism despite ongoing geopolitical and rate uncertainties. Trump said Israel and Lebanon agreed to a temporary ceasefire, which has been a key sticking point in US-Iran negotiations. US stock index futures moved higher as investors grew more confident that the worst of the Middle East conflict may have passed.
Hegseth Again Threatens Attacks on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure
14 vessels have now turned around in US blockade of Iranian ports: CENTCOM. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine: More than 10,000 sailors, Marines, airmen participating in Iranian blockade. U.S. Central Command announced Wednesday that “Ten Vessels have now been turned around and ZERO ships have broken through”
US Senate fails to pass war powers resolution for fourth time – as it happened
Under the War Powers Act of 1973, Congress must declare war or authorize use of force within 60 days. The law provides for a potential 30-day extension, but lawmakers have made clear that they will not extend the deadline. Two lawmakers used the 60-day deadline as an excuse to vote against the war powers resolution.
Talarico Leads a Democratic Cash Surge: 7 Takeaways From 2026 Filings
In the first three months of the year, Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico’s campaign said he brought in $27 million. Incumbent Sen. Jon Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton — who are locked in a bitter runoff for the GOP nomination — raised $2.5 million combined.
How Trump’s Clash With Pope Leo Turned Into a Fight Over Theology
President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV have been involved in a public feud. The two are at odds over the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran. The pope has said he has no fear of the Trump administration or the message of the Gospel. The war began on Feb. 28 with strikes on key Iranian targets.
Marco Rubio and Lebanese President Discuss Cease-Fire Efforts
Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said enforcement of the U.S. blockade will take place "inside Iran's territorial seas and in international waters" The military has said that the blockade impacts Iran's ports and coastal areas, but not ships going to and from other locations through the Strait of Hormuz.
With Iran War on Pause, Political Battle Resumes Over Israeli Democracy
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Qatar as part of a regional visit. His visit is part of "collective efforts" aimed at promoting regional peace and de-escalation. Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a visit to the Kingdom. He briefed him on Pakistan's efforts to ease U.S.-Iran tensions and assuring him of Islamabad's "full support"
Israel Considering Cease-Fire With Lebanon, Officials Say
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Qatar as part of a regional visit. His visit is part of "collective efforts" aimed at promoting regional peace and de-escalation. Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a visit to the Kingdom. He briefed him on Pakistan's efforts to ease U.S.-Iran tensions and assuring him of Islamabad's "full support"
Here’s how the U.S. blockade of Iranian shipping is taking shape.
Vessels that approach the blockade are given a warning, U.S. Central Command says. 14 ships have turned around rather than confront the naval blockade, it says. President Donald Trump’s top military advisor, Gen. Dan Kaine, describes Navy warships maintaining the blockade against Iran as “like driving a spo’
Senate Blocks Bid to Cancel Arms Sales to Israel as Iran War Deepens Democratic Divide
Senate Democrats also voted as a bloc to restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to continue the war against Iran. Similar resolutions forced by Sanders in 2024 and 2025 were also rejected. The number of Democrats voting with the Vermont Independent has more than doubled in less than two years amid Israeli campaigns in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon.
Senate Republicans Again Block Bid to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers
Senate Republicans block a resolution to limit President Trump’s Iran war powers. Some Republicans are looking for a quick end to the conflict. “The Senate must act,” said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky. The House rejected a resolution Thursday requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces.
Iran Will Be in U.S. for World Cup, FIFA’s Infantino Says
All three of Iran’s group stage games are scheduled to be played in the U.S. That remains the case after Iranian government officials suggested to FIFA that their games be moved to Mexico. FIFA is insisting Iran play where its scheduled — SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, and Lumen Field in Seattle.
Air New Zealand's economy Skynest bunk beds set for launch
The 'Skynest' will be installed on ultra-premium Boeing 787s. Passengers will be able to choose the exact bunk they want during booking. Empty bunks will eventually be bookable on demand at the airport. Each of the six bunks has a black privacy curtain that slides closed.
ICE Agent Charged With Assault in Rare State Prosecution
Prosecutors in Minnesota’s largest county have charged a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent with felony assault. It is a rare instance in which a federal immigration officer faces state criminal charges. The case also sits within a wider series of confrontations between state authorities and federal immigration agencies.
Ex-Virginia deputy governor kills wife and himself in murder-suicide, police say
Cape Town Tourism is creating a platform for community storytelling. My Cape Town taps into a bigger shift in how people travel and connect with destinations. Each story reveals an unfiltered, deeply personal view of Cape Town. The campaign is backed by carefully curated itineraries on the Cape Town Tourism website.
South African opposition figure Malema sentenced to five years in prison for firing a gun
Julius Malema has been a divisive figure in South Africa for years. He has been accused of stoking racial tensions with anti-white rhetoric. Malema's party — and the chant — have been cited by Trump and his supporters to make their claim that there is a widespread campaign of violence against white farmers.
Cameroon’s separatist movement is believed to be backed by several actors abroad. They are angered by what they see as the marginalisation of Cameroon's English-speaking minority. Since 2017, those seeking to create a breakaway state in Cameroon's Anglophone region have been fighting government forces.
Meghan: 'I was the most trolled person in the entire world'
Meghan Markle told a mental health event in Australia she was "the most trolled person in the entire world" She previously made similar claims during a 2020 podcast interview. Meghan, 44, said she was “bullied and attacked’ every day for 10 years on social media.
Neukgu is part of a programme at O-World to restore the Korean wolf. He has become a "symbol of independence", a "wolf that wouldn't stay caged" The search for Neukgu has grabbed national attention and drawn the efforts of the local community. The Korean wolf once roamed the Korean Peninsula but is now considered extinct in the wild.
Winner of €1m Picasso 'thought it was a scam', organiser tells BBC
Beijing has condemned the US blockade, calling it "irresponsible and dangerous" The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is reporting from Tehran on condition that none of her material is used on the BBC's Persian Service. The White House says discussions around a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran are "ongoing" and "productive"
The human cost of the war in Sudan, three years on
Cape Town Tourism is creating a platform for community storytelling. My Cape Town taps into a bigger shift in how people travel and connect with destinations. Each story reveals an unfiltered, deeply personal view of Cape Town. The campaign is backed by carefully curated itineraries on the Cape Town Tourism website.
NYC to Spend $4 Billion From Pension Funds on Affordable Homes
New York Gov. Hochul proposes new tax on second homes worth more than $5 million in New York City. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani backs the proposal. The charge, which Hochum calls a pied-à-terre tax, would apply to homes worth $5m or more.
Court Rejects Trump Administration Climate Lawsuit Against Hawaii
Gillmor ruled that the Justice Department lacked standing to sue Hawaii because its case was too speculative. She said an injury-in-fact must be concrete and real — not abstract. Gillmor added that the federal government’s lawsuit was still reliant with more future unpredictable events, even after Hawaii filed its lawsuit.
People who felt more emotionally close to their own dogs tended to give higher ratings to the cognitive abilities of all dogs. Lazing at the other end of the spectrum is Watson, our dog, who has never displayed any particular cognitive gifts. But it is a remarkable shift from just a few decades ago, when even scientists viewed dogs as too simpleminded.
3 Killed in Boat Strike in the Pacific, Pentagon Says
Rezaei questioned US claims of weakening Iran’s naval capabilities. U.S. military has broadened the scope of Iranian shipping that's subject to its blockade. The remarks come as the United States intensifies its military posture in the region.U.S and Iranian officials ended talks at the weekend on ending the Iran war, without agreement.
European Airlines Face Fuel Shortages Within Weeks
Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman Dan Caine insisted that the U.S. blockade “applies to all ships, regardless of nationality, heading into or from Iranian ports,” but is not a total blockade of the Strait. “In the meantime, the war department is locked and loaded” he said.
White House Declines to Offer Congress an Estimate of Iran War Cost
The United States has begun mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation follows disruptions to global energy supplies caused by the conflict. Modern minesweeping relies on unmanned vehicles, sonar systems and remotely operated devices to detect and neutralize various types of mines. While renewed talks and potential ceasefire signals offer some hope, ongoing sanctions and blockades highlight tight supply conditions.
Iran could struggle to enforce all of its latest shipping threats, experts say.
US military will target Iran-linked ships worldwide, broadening scope beyond blockade. President Donald Trump’s top military advisor, Gen. Dan Kaine, describes Navy warships maintaining the blockade against Iran as “like driving a sports car through a supermarket parking lot on a payday weekend.”
Pakistani Mediators Arrive in Tehran in Bid to Keep U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Alive
The commander of Iran's joint military command, Ali Abdollahi, threatened to halt trade in the region if the U.S. does not lift its naval blockade. The blockade is intended to pressure Iran, which has exported millions of barrels of oil, mostly to Asia, since the war began.
Ship ‘Spoofing’ in Strait of Hormuz May Compound Confusion
The U.S. blockade that started Monday “has been fully implemented,” said Adm. Brad Cooper, head of U.s. Central Command. U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called the blockade “a prelude to violating the ceasefire’
Rubio Hosts Israel and Lebanon for Rare Meeting Shadowed by U.S.-Iran War
Lebanon and Israel to hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington. U.S. hosted high-level talks with Lebanon and Israel on Tuesday in Washington, marking a rare moment of direct engagement between the longtime adversaries as diplomats push for a broader peace framework. State Department says the first high- level meeting between Israel and Lebanon in decades was ‘productive’ and will continue with the aim of launching direct negotiations.
Israel and Lebanon Seek Way Forward in Rare Direct Talks
Lebanon’s Health Ministry reports at least 2,167 people have been killed and more than 7,000 wounded in Israeli attacks since March 2. The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, more than 2,100 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states.
