Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Bruce Springsteen Opens Minneapolis Tour, Guests with Tom Morello
musicBruce Springsteen Opens Minneapolis Tour, Guests with Tom Morello
Springsteen and the E Street Band opened the Land of Hope and Dreams tour at Target Center; Tom Morello joined for 'Purple Rain'
Fox McCloud cameo praised in Super Mario Galaxy Movie
gamingFox McCloud cameo praised in Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Star Fox's Fox McCloud appears in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and viewers single his cameo out as the standout moment.
Trans Day of Visibility Observed Worldwide
cultureTrans Day of Visibility Observed Worldwide
Activists and communities mark Trans Day of Visibility with events and calls to protect trans rights and gender‑affirming care.
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Mail‑In Voting
politicsTrump Signs Executive Order Targeting Mail‑In Voting
President Trump signed a broad order seeking limits on mail‑in voting and directing agencies to compile lists of voting‑age Americans.
tennesseelookout.comTrump Claims Military Success in Iran, Offers No End Date
newsTrump Claims Military Success in Iran, Offers No End Date
President Trump said U.S. has made military gains in Iran but gave no clear timeline to end the fighting
nytimes.comHouse GOP agrees to plan to end DHS shutdown
politicsHouse GOP agrees to plan to end DHS shutdown
Speaker Mike Johnson and Sen. John Thune unveil a plan to fully fund DHS, moving to end the 47-day partial shutdown.
abc7news.comMegan Thee Stallion hospitalized after falling ill midshow on Broadway
musicMegan Thee Stallion hospitalized after falling ill midshow on Broadway
Rushed to hospital during Moulin Rouge performance; doctors cited extreme exhaustion and dehydration; discharged.
NASA Artemis II Set to Launch for Moon Flyby
scienceNASA Artemis II Set to Launch for Moon Flyby
Four astronauts will loop around the Moon on a risky ~10‑day Artemis II mission; liftoff targeted tonight.
Reports say Trump weighing seizure of Kharg Island as Iran talks stall
politicsReports say Trump weighing seizure of Kharg Island as Iran talks stall
Officials say the US is considering seizing oil hub Kharg to pressure Iran; US intel reportedly finds Tehran not ready to negotiate.
theweek.comAlbanese urges Australians to save fuel, use public transport
politicsAlbanese urges Australians to save fuel, use public transport
In a rare national address Albanese urged Australians to use public transport and curb fuel use amid supply worries.
sbs.com.auSupreme Court rules Colorado conversion therapy ban violates First Amendment
newsSupreme Court rules Colorado conversion therapy ban violates First Amendment
8-1 opinion by Justice Gorsuch finds Colorado’s 2019 ban on conversion therapy for minors infringes free speech.
ohiocapitaljournal.comTrump says he may pull US out of NATO, calls alliance a 'paper tiger'
politicsTrump says he may pull US out of NATO, calls alliance a 'paper tiger'
In a Daily Telegraph interview Trump said he's 'strongly considering' withdrawing the US from NATO and called it a 'paper tiger'.
Kristi Noem says she was 'blindsided' by report about husband's cross‑dressing
politicsKristi Noem says she was 'blindsided' by report about husband's cross‑dressing
Noem claims she had no prior knowledge after photos surfaced; experts warn such images could be intercepted by hostile actors.
Ex‑Inmate Jen Shah Says Ghislaine Maxwell Showed 'Disregard' for Victims
newsEx‑Inmate Jen Shah Says Ghislaine Maxwell Showed 'Disregard' for Victims
Jen Shah told reporters Maxwell displayed little remorse in prison and reacted differently when victims appeared on TV.
the-independent.comPlayStation Plus April Lineup Adds Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider, Sword Art
gamingPlayStation Plus April Lineup Adds Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider, Sword Art
PS Plus Essential subscribers get Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I, III Remastered and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream on April 7.
SHIFT UP Acquires Shinji Mikami's UNBOUND Studio
gamingSHIFT UP Acquires Shinji Mikami's UNBOUND Studio
SHIFT UP has completed the acquisition of UNBOUND, the Tokyo studio led by Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami.
Iraq clinches final spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
sportsIraq clinches final spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Iraq qualified for the 2026 World Cup, their first appearance since 1986, completing the tournament field.
sportingnews.comApril Marks the Start of Autism Acceptance Month
educationApril Marks the Start of Autism Acceptance Month
Advocates urge moving beyond 'awareness' to acceptance, inclusion and autistic‑led policy as Autism Acceptance Month begins.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett visits St. John’s College and UNM School of Law
politicsJustice Amy Coney Barrett visits St. John’s College and UNM School of Law
Barrett spoke at campus events March 31, taking part in a 'Listen and Learn' program.
American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Kidnapped in Baghdad
journalismAmerican Journalist Shelly Kittleson Kidnapped in Baghdad
Freelance U.S. journalist abducted in Baghdad; Iraqi interior ministry says one suspect arrested and a car seized
Hazbin Hotel fandom surges with season wrap fanworks
tvHazbin Hotel fandom surges with season wrap fanworks
Fans flooded AO3 and social feeds with new OCs, art, and celebration posts as the season wrapped up
Bernie Sanders urges 5% wealth tax on billionaires
politicsBernie Sanders urges 5% wealth tax on billionaires
In a Guardian op‑ed Sanders calls for a 5% wealth tax on America’s 938 billionaires to raise $4.4tn over 10 years.
theguardian.comSubstack alleges Donald and Bill Barr helped create and protect Jeffrey Epstein
newsSubstack alleges Donald and Bill Barr helped create and protect Jeffrey Epstein
Investigative Substack traces Jeffrey Epstein’s early ties to Donald Barr and Bill Barr, alleging institutional protection.
open.substack.comWynonna Earp celebrates its 10th anniversary
tvWynonna Earp celebrates its 10th anniversary
Cast, creators and fans mark 10 years since the supernatural Western premiered with tributes and nostalgia.
FFXIV 'Gpose' Community Launches VierApril Screenshot Event
gamingFFXIV 'Gpose' Community Launches VierApril Screenshot Event
Final Fantasy XIV players share themed Gpose screenshots and character prompts for VierApril and related April challenges.
Bob's Burgers voice actor Eugene Mirman hospitalized after fiery crash
tvBob's Burgers voice actor Eugene Mirman hospitalized after fiery crash
Comedian Eugene Mirman pulled from a burning car after a toll-area crash in Bedford, New Hampshire; hospitalized.
wmur.comGood Law Project: Wes Streeting took £58,000 from private health‑linked donors
politicsGood Law Project: Wes Streeting took £58,000 from private health‑linked donors
Good Law Project reports Health Secretary Wes Streeting accepted another £58,000 in donations tied to the private healthcare sector.
Chicago waives Jaden Ivey after anti‑Pride social media rant
sportsChicago waives Jaden Ivey after anti‑Pride social media rant
The Bulls cut guard Jaden Ivey following an Instagram rant about Pride Night that drew widespread criticism
BTS Drops Official '2.0' Music Video
musicBTS Drops Official '2.0' Music Video
BTS released the official MV for '2.0' today, sparking widespread fan reaction to the new single and choreography.
AEW Dynamite Card Highlights PAC vs Ospreay, Chris Jericho Return Rumors
sportsAEW Dynamite Card Highlights PAC vs Ospreay, Chris Jericho Return Rumors
Tonight's Dynamite features PAC vs. Will Ospreay and circulating reports that Chris Jericho could be returning.
Kasane Teto Marks 18th Birthday with Sprite Sheet and Fan Art
musicKasane Teto Marks 18th Birthday with Sprite Sheet and Fan Art
Vocaloid Kasane Teto's 18th anniversary prompted fan art and a Super Monkey Ball, style sprite sheet release.
Supreme Court Casts Doubt on Trump's Birthright Plan
newsSupreme Court Casts Doubt on Trump's Birthright Plan
AP says justices appeared skeptical of President Trump's executive order to limit birthright citizenship during oral arguments.
apnews.comJudge Rules Trump Unlawfully Ended Migrants' Parole via CBP One
newsJudge Rules Trump Unlawfully Ended Migrants' Parole via CBP One
Judge found the administration unlawfully terminated legal status for thousands WHO entered under the CBP One parole program.
bbc.comLuka Dončić Reaches 15,000 Career Points
sportsLuka Dončić Reaches 15,000 Career Points
Dončić becomes the third‑youngest player to hit 15,000 career points and poured in 40 in the Lakers' blowout win
dailybreeze.comNYT: Trump has discussed firing Attorney General Pam Bondi
politicsNYT: Trump has discussed firing Attorney General Pam Bondi
The New York Times reports Trump has considered replacing AG Pam Bondi amid GOP frustrations over DOJ handling of cases.
nytimes.comAdult Swim Airs Full Claymation Short Teased on Smiling Friends
tvAdult Swim Airs Full Claymation Short Teased on Smiling Friends
Adult Swim's April Fools slot ran the claymation horror short that was shown as a fake film inside Smiling Friends season 3
animationmagazine.net28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Now Streaming
movies28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Now Streaming
Nia DaCosta’s sequel '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' is streaming, prompting strong reactions to its violence and performances.
FieldTeam6 marks six years with special guest event
cultureFieldTeam6 marks six years with special guest event
The social organizing group hosts analytics founder Patti Crane for an anniversary session on message amplification
Ring The Bell
sportsRing The Bell
Harper hit his first homer of the year in the Phillies game, tying the contest against the Nationals
Essay argues Alex Jones helped weaponize misinformation in U.S. politics
politicsEssay argues Alex Jones helped weaponize misinformation in U.S. politics
Long-form piece traces how Jones’s lies were turned into a durable political tool.
open.substack.comLeqaa Kordia Says ICE Jail Echoed Life Under Occupation
politicsLeqaa Kordia Says ICE Jail Echoed Life Under Occupation
Released after a year in US detention, Palestinian immigrant Leqaa Kordia tells The Guardian ICE jail reminded her of occupation.
theguardian.comTrail Blazers beat Clippers, Jrue Holiday scores 30
sportsTrail Blazers beat Clippers, Jrue Holiday scores 30
Portland won 114-104 in LA; Jrue Holiday 30 points, Deni Avdija 28 points with 11 rebounds and 8 assists.
Bayern Women Beat Manchester United, Reach Champions League Semifinals
sportsBayern Women Beat Manchester United, Reach Champions League Semifinals
Bayern won 2, 1 on the night and advanced 5, 3 on aggregate to eliminate Manchester United and reach the UCL semis.
LEGO Disney Toy Story Sets Open for May 1 Preorders
moviesLEGO Disney Toy Story Sets Open for May 1 Preorders
Three new LEGO Disney Toy Story sets were revealed and are available for preorder ahead of a May 1 launch.
Estate agents launch class action accusing Rightmove of excessive fees
financeEstate agents launch class action accusing Rightmove of excessive fees
A class action on behalf of potentially hundreds of UK estate agents alleges Rightmove charges unfair, monopoly-style listing fees.
bbc.co.ukUK Ministers Weigh Triggering Break Clause in Palantir NHS Contract
newsUK Ministers Weigh Triggering Break Clause in Palantir NHS Contract
Ministers consider using a contract break clause amid backlash over Palantir's access to NHS patient data and ties to controversial agencies.
foxglove.org.ukCoral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen killed in shooting
politicsCoral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen killed in shooting
Coral Springs vice mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found fatally shot; husband Stephen Bowen is in custody as the prime suspect.
floridapolitics.comDaredevil: Born Again season 2 episodes 2, 3 spark fan theories
tvDaredevil: Born Again season 2 episodes 2, 3 spark fan theories
New Disney+ episodes introduce twists that fuel theories about Wilson Fisk's inner circle and past ties
Fans remember Gil Scott‑Heron during National Poetry Month
musicFans remember Gil Scott‑Heron during National Poetry Month
Musicians and poets pay tribute to the late Gil Scott‑Heron on his birthday and during National Poetry Month.
No Kings movement runs 'Eyes on ICE' train‑the‑trainer and rallies
politicsNo Kings movement runs 'Eyes on ICE' train‑the‑trainer and rallies
Organizers promote an 'Eyes on ICE' training session and continue anti‑ICE protests and events.
Project Hail Mary movie opens to mostly positive reviews
moviesProject Hail Mary movie opens to mostly positive reviews
Adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel is praised for visuals, humor, and the chemistry of its central duo.
Dark Souls community debates DS2 and stream plans
gamingDark Souls community debates DS2 and stream plans
Players argue Dark Souls II’s merits while streamers announce schedule changes and off‑night editing streams.
Strong Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Multiple Counties
newsStrong Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Multiple Counties
NWS warnings list damaging winds up to ~50 mph and hail through the evening across several counties
Rams Receiver Puka Nacua Enters Rehab, Attorney Confirms
sportsRams Receiver Puka Nacua Enters Rehab, Attorney Confirms
Los Angeles Rams star WR Puka Nacua has voluntarily checked into a recovery center, his attorney said
Red Sox Fall to 1-5 After Five-Game Losing Streak
sportsRed Sox Fall to 1-5 After Five-Game Losing Streak
Boston opens season 1-5, scoring 17 runs through six games, their fewest through six since 2011