Friday, April 3, 2026
Jen Shah says she served time with Ghislaine Maxwell, WHO showed 'no remorse'
newsJen Shah says she served time with Ghislaine Maxwell, WHO showed 'no remorse'
Reality star Jen Shah says Maxwell displayed no remorse for Epstein’s victims while the two overlapped in a Texas prison.
Virginia joins multi‑state lawsuit challenging Trump's election executive order
newsVirginia joins multi‑state lawsuit challenging Trump's election executive order
Virginia AG joined a coalition of 21 states suing over an order they say could override state mail‑voting rules.
thekenyatimes.comPete Hegseth ousts Army Chief and other senior generals
newsPete Hegseth ousts Army Chief and other senior generals
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George and two other generals in a Pentagon shakeup.
Georgia defeats all anti‑LGBTQ bills as session ends
newsGeorgia defeats all anti‑LGBTQ bills as session ends
All 15 proposed anti‑LGBTQ bills failed to pass as Georgia's 2026 legislative session closed; advocates credit grassroots organizing.
erininthemorning.comProject Hail Mary earns strong early praise
moviesProject Hail Mary earns strong early praise
Andy Weir adaptation draws rave reactions for Ryan Gosling, visuals and its alien friendship.
Pentagon email advertises 'Protestant Service (No Catholic Mass)' for Good Friday
newsPentagon email advertises 'Protestant Service (No Catholic Mass)' for Good Friday
A chapel notice telling staff there would be a 'Protestant Service (No Catholic Mass)' drew criticism and bemusement online.
huffpost.comResident Evil Requiem draws strong player reactions
gamingResident Evil Requiem draws strong player reactions
Players praise Requiem's blend of RE2R discovery and RE4R action as streamers finish side quests ahead of the finale.
WNBA expansion draft: Portland picks Bridget Carleton, Toronto selects Julie Allemand
sportsWNBA expansion draft: Portland picks Bridget Carleton, Toronto selects Julie Allemand
Portland Fire used the top pick on Bridget Carleton; the Toronto Tempo made Julie Allemand the first player in franchise history.
thestar.comAIMIM Leader Mofakkerul Islam Arrested in Malda Judge Hostage Case
newsAIMIM Leader Mofakkerul Islam Arrested in Malda Judge Hostage Case
West Bengal police arrested Mofakkerul Islam at Bagdogra Airport, naming him a prime conspirator in the Malda judge hostage incident.
tarai24.comFEMA official says he was teleported to a Waffle House, experts skeptical
newsFEMA official says he was teleported to a Waffle House, experts skeptical
Gregg Phillips, a senior FEMA official, claims mysterious 'teleportation' to a Waffle House; scientists and colleagues express doubt.
nytimes.comLegal fight over birthright citizenship draws renewed national attention
newsLegal fight over birthright citizenship draws renewed national attention
New filings and public debate have reignited efforts to limit birthright citizenship and reshape policy
Keir Starmer warned UK‑US ties with Trump may be beyond repair
newsKeir Starmer warned UK‑US ties with Trump may be beyond repair
The Guardian says Starmer received broad backing after President Biden‑era mocking impersonation from Trump at an Easter event.
theguardian.comWhy the Epstein files haven't led to more arrests
newsWhy the Epstein files haven't led to more arrests
NPR legal experts list five reasons, evidence gaps, redactions, statutes of limitation and prosecutorial hurdles.
Pope Leo XIV says God does not justify war in Palm Sunday message
newsPope Leo XIV says God does not justify war in Palm Sunday message
In a Vatican Palm Sunday homily the pope rejected using God to justify violence amid tensions over Israel.
Eddie Murphy Turns 65
comedyEddie Murphy Turns 65
Fans and comedians mark Eddie Murphy's 65th birthday and his career from SNL to hit films
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
newsTrump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
President Trump removed AG Pam Bondi, as Congress prepares moves that could force her to testify on Epstein ties.
Tiny Methodist Church on JD Vance Book Cover Says They Don’t Know Him
politicsTiny Methodist Church on JD Vance Book Cover Says They Don’t Know Him
Members of a small Virginia Methodist congregation say the building on Vance’s memoir cover has no connection to him.
The Pitt season 2 nears finale, producers spotlight many supporting actors
tvThe Pitt season 2 nears finale, producers spotlight many supporting actors
Producers reportedly give lines to lots of actors each episode, partly to help many retain their SAG health insurance.
Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin makes MLB debut at 19
sportsPirates prospect Konnor Griffin makes MLB debut at 19
Top prospect Konnor Griffin received a loud ovation and started at shortstop for Pittsburgh in his major league debut.
Artemis II completes translunar burn, crew fixes toilet
scienceArtemis II completes translunar burn, crew fixes toilet
NASA’s Artemis II executed translunar injection to head for the Moon; astronauts repaired an unexpected toilet malfunction onboard.
theatlantic.comPope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession
newsPope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession
Carried a wooden cross through all 14 Way of the Cross stations at the Colosseum, first pontiff to do so in decades
apnews.comChase DeLauter hits 2‑run homer, his 5th of the season
sportsChase DeLauter hits 2‑run homer, his 5th of the season
DeLauter's 2‑run, 402‑ft homer off Hunter Harvey drove in Steven Kwan and gave Cleveland a 4‑1 lead
foxsports.comTrump Unveils FY2027 Budget, Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Defense
newsTrump Unveils FY2027 Budget, Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Defense
White House summary asks for a $1.5 trillion defense topline and proposes deep cuts to nondefense domestic programs (roughly $73B).
bloomberg.comHazbin Hotel 'Glass Spider' chapter returns
tvHazbin Hotel 'Glass Spider' chapter returns
Creator and fans are buzzing as the 'Glass Spider' comic/chapter for Hazbin Hotel posts new pages and updates.
French MEP Rima Hassan to face trial in July over X post
newsFrench MEP Rima Hassan to face trial in July over X post
LFI MEP Rima Hassan was detained and released; French authorities have set a July trial over an alleged ‘apology of terrorism’ post.
Taylor Swift returns to iHeartRadio red carpet in green sequin velvet
musicTaylor Swift returns to iHeartRadio red carpet in green sequin velvet
Swift made a surprise red‑carpet appearance at the iHeartRadio Music Awards after a two‑year absence, debuting a green look.
Green MP Hannah Spencer: politicians out of touch on cost crisis
politicsGreen MP Hannah Spencer: politicians out of touch on cost crisis
Hannah Spencer writes in The Guardian that many politicians lack understanding or the will to tackle the escalating cost‑of‑living crisis.
theguardian.comCorbynistas flock to Zack Polanski's Green Party
politicsCorbynistas flock to Zack Polanski's Green Party
FT reports former Labour allies are joining the Greens as Zack Polanski pivots the party left with an 'eco‑populist' pitch.
ft.comFFXIV community ramps up fan art and merch drops
gamingFFXIV community ramps up fan art and merch drops
Fans share 'Azem April' art, live streams and a 'Return to Aetherial Sea' acrylic keychain shipping worldwide.
Drag Race shocks fans with Jane's surprise elimination
tvDrag Race shocks fans with Jane's surprise elimination
Viewers and contestants reacted strongly to Jane's unexpected exit, fueling online outrage over production choices.
NYT ran headline calling NATO 'North American Treaty Organization,' issues correction
newsNYT ran headline calling NATO 'North American Treaty Organization,' issues correction
The New York Times published and later corrected a headline that misnamed NATO as the 'North American Treaty Organization.'
Ukraine detects over 400 Russian drones in mass attack
newsUkraine detects over 400 Russian drones in mass attack
Ukraine says 400+ Russian drones were detected in a morning assault; bomber aircraft also launched missiles.
Banks must subscribe to Musk’s Grok to advise on SpaceX IPO
financeBanks must subscribe to Musk’s Grok to advise on SpaceX IPO
NYT: Elon Musk is requiring Wall Street firms to buy Grok subscriptions if they want to work on SpaceX’s IPO.
nytimes.comJapanese, French and Omani vessels transit Strait of Hormuz amid tensions
Japanese, French and Omani vessels transit Strait of Hormuz amid tensions
Shipping data show three Omani tankers plus a French and a Japanese‑owned ship passed through the Strait despite regional hostilities
Maul: Shadow Lord expands Darth Maul's missing years
tvMaul: Shadow Lord expands Darth Maul's missing years
Lucasfilm Animation's dark, stylistic series follows Maul as he rebuilds his criminal syndicate.
Experts say dyed Easter eggs remain safe to eat
cultureExperts say dyed Easter eggs remain safe to eat
AP: Follow simple prep and storage tips so colored Easter eggs are still edible and safe for holiday use.
Defenders Reunion Spotted on Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 Set
tvDefenders Reunion Spotted on Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 Set
Set photos show Luke Cage, Iron Fist and other Defenders filming for Daredevil: Born Again season 3.
Mel B says Spice Girls 30th anniversary tour is unlikely
cultureMel B says Spice Girls 30th anniversary tour is unlikely
Mel B told reporters a 30th‑anniversary reunion tour appears off the table, dampening fans' hopes for a full group comeback.
Easter weekend observances continue
cultureEaster weekend observances continue
Good Friday and Easter services, family traditions and holiday plans are being marked worldwide.
McSweeney’s essay defends belief in the Easter Bunny
cultureMcSweeney’s essay defends belief in the Easter Bunny
Satirical McSweeney’s piece argues for keeping the literal Easter Bunny myth amid modern cynicism.
Social posts claim Trump cast a mail ballot, critics highlight alleged hypocrisy
politicsSocial posts claim Trump cast a mail ballot, critics highlight alleged hypocrisy
Users are accusing Trump of mailing his own ballot while pushing policies to restrict mail voting, prompting online debate
yahoo.comTrump announces 'fraud' crackdown, taps JD Vance to lead effort
politicsTrump announces 'fraud' crackdown, taps JD Vance to lead effort
President Trump announced a fraud crackdown in Democratic states and named JD Vance to lead the initiative as a 'fraud czar'.
theatlantic.comGuards take lead on Gabriel Arias solo homer
sportsGuards take lead on Gabriel Arias solo homer
Fans celebrated as Gabriel Arias launched a solo homer to put the Guards ahead 2, 1 in tonight's game.
Cubs pull rookie Cade Horton after 17 pitches with apparent injury
sportsCubs pull rookie Cade Horton after 17 pitches with apparent injury
Cade Horton exited his start early, after roughly 17 pitches in the second inning, and is being evaluated for an injury.
apnews.inCritical Role reveals Hal and Thaisha flashback cold open
tvCritical Role reveals Hal and Thaisha flashback cold open
Fans are buzzing over a Hal/Thaisha romantic flashback and cold open in the latest Critical Role episode.
Doctor WHO 'The Daleks' Master Plan' Episode One now available in US
tvDoctor WHO 'The Daleks' Master Plan' Episode One now available in US
Episode One of the once-missing 1965 serial has been uploaded to the Doctor WHO Classic YouTube channel for US viewers.
Blue Jays stumble early in Good Friday game
sportsBlue Jays stumble early in Good Friday game
Toronto’s offense and defense falter early against the White Sox, leaving fans worried about the start.
Angine de Poitrine drops Vol. II
musicAngine de Poitrine drops Vol. II
Indie space‑rock band released Vol. II today, sparking live listens, YouTube shares and fan excitement
Blue Jays sign Patrick Corbin, option him to Low‑A
sportsBlue Jays sign Patrick Corbin, option him to Low‑A
Toronto signed LHP Patrick Corbin to a one‑year, $1 million deal and assigned him to Dunedin
Iran says it shot down a US fighter jet
newsIran says it shot down a US fighter jet
Iran claims it downed a US fighter jet and warns against a UN vote to deploy a protective force in the Strait of Hormuz.
theguardian.comUS Adds 178,000 Jobs, Unemployment Falls to 4.3%
financeUS Adds 178,000 Jobs, Unemployment Falls to 4.3%
Labor Department: employers added 178,000 jobs in March and the unemployment rate slipped to 4.3%
nytimes.comRicky Martin clip sparks 90s nostalgia on TOTP
musicRicky Martin clip sparks 90s nostalgia on TOTP
A Top of the Pops segment of 'Livin' la Vida Loca' brought viewers back to late‑90s Ricky Martin pop energy.
Fans hail The Chemical Brothers' live energy
musicFans hail The Chemical Brothers' live energy
Listeners praise recent Chemical Brothers sets and remixes, calling their live shows 'stone‑cold bangers.'
Mets broadcast moving to WTEN ABC 10 in Albany area
sportsMets broadcast moving to WTEN ABC 10 in Albany area
PIX11 Mets feed will air on WTEN Channel 10 for Albany viewers, fans share viewing tips and reactions.
Photos surface of Kristi Noem’s husband cross‑dressing in private messages
politicsPhotos surface of Kristi Noem’s husband cross‑dressing in private messages
Fox reports images and private messages allegedly show Byron Noem cross‑dressing and messaging women, drawing responses.
foxnews.comLuka Dončić out for remainder of regular season with hamstring strain
sportsLuka Dončić out for remainder of regular season with hamstring strain
Diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, Dončić will miss the rest of the Lakers' regular season
twsn.netStephen Miller urged DHS agents to force confrontations with protesters
politicsStephen Miller urged DHS agents to force confrontations with protesters
New Republic reports Miller told DHS to 'force confrontations' with Minneapolis protesters; Alex Pretti's death followed.
San Diego church sues city over denial of affordable housing project
San Diego church sues city over denial of affordable housing project
A local church asked a judge to intervene after the city rejected a large affordable housing plan citing environmental issues
The Cure at the BBC special airs on BBC Two
musicThe Cure at the BBC special airs on BBC Two
BBC Two is airing a celebration of The Cure and Robert Smith, spotlighting their career and classic singles.
Darlene Mitchell emerges as Drag Race frontrunner
tvDarlene Mitchell emerges as Drag Race frontrunner
Darlene Mitchell’s season‑long transformation and runway highs have fans calling her the likely Drag Race winner
Black Hawk helicopters buzz downtown Pittsburgh
techBlack Hawk helicopters buzz downtown Pittsburgh
Four UH‑60 Black Hawks flew low over Downtown Pittsburgh and the North Side in daylight, prompting public attention
Jesus Christ Superstar returns as Good Friday ritual
musicJesus Christ Superstar returns as Good Friday ritual
Fans and performers mark Good Friday with annual viewings and arena tour screenings of the musical.
Angel City draws Orlando Pride 1-1, Thompson scores late equalizer
sportsAngel City draws Orlando Pride 1-1, Thompson scores late equalizer
Gisele Thompson smashed in a 90'+2 strike to rescue a 1-1 NWSL draw after Orlando had taken the lead
Paul Simon on Stephen Colbert
tvPaul Simon on Stephen Colbert
Singer‑songwriter Paul Simon appeared on Colbert's show tonight, with fans praising the segment.
Kyle Tucker homers in Dodgers' 12-4 win
sportsKyle Tucker homers in Dodgers' 12-4 win
Tucker hits a 404-ft solo homer (101.6 mph), his first as a Dodger, in LA’s 12-4 victory over Washington.
Autism Acceptance Day observed
scienceAutism Acceptance Day observed
Communities mark Autism Acceptance Day with events, sensory‑friendly programs and calls to center autistic voices.
Contreras and Marcelo Mayer homer in Red Sox Fenway opener win
sportsContreras and Marcelo Mayer homer in Red Sox Fenway opener win
Willson Contreras and prospect Marcelo Mayer homered as Boston snapped a five‑game losing streak in the home opener
Live Cam: Bald Eagle Nest Shows Eggs Beginning to Hatch
natureLive Cam: Bald Eagle Nest Shows Eggs Beginning to Hatch
Fans watching Jackie and Shadow’s nest report pipped eggs and chirps, eaglets expected any day.
Elon Musk faces mounting crises as Tesla sales dip
techElon Musk faces mounting crises as Tesla sales dip
Bloomberg examines troubles across Musk's companies amid one of Tesla's weakest sales quarters in years.
OpenAI AGI head Fidji Simo takes medical leave amid C-suite shakeup
techOpenAI AGI head Fidji Simo takes medical leave amid C-suite shakeup
Fidji Simo will be on leave for several weeks while OpenAI reorganizes its executive roles; product oversight shifts internally.
One Piece fandom celebrates collections and live‑action buzz
comicsOne Piece fandom celebrates collections and live‑action buzz
Fans share manga shelf upgrades, cosplay, and reactions as the live‑action One Piece continues to trend.
Vice President JD Vance visits Budapest ahead of Hungary vote
politicsVice President JD Vance visits Budapest ahead of Hungary vote
U.S. Vice President JD Vance travels to Budapest ahead of the April 12 elections for meetings with Hungarian officials.
The Amazing Digital Circus fandom surges
tvThe Amazing Digital Circus fandom surges
Fans post art, memes and episode breakdowns after the latest installment, boosting the show's online following.
HBO to air a making‑of special for the new Harry Potter series
booksHBO to air a making‑of special for the new Harry Potter series
HBO will release a standalone documentary pulling back the curtain on its high‑profile Harry Potter adaptation.
B Movie Maniacs host cult film watch party tonight
moviesB Movie Maniacs host cult film watch party tonight
Online community gears up for a marathon of cheesy cult picks, including a Dope Island-themed segment.
Jaguars sign Travon Walker to 4‑year, $110M extension with $77M guaranteed
sportsJaguars sign Travon Walker to 4‑year, $110M extension with $77M guaranteed
Jacksonville locked up the former No.1 pick on a four-year deal worth $110 million, including $77M in guarantees.
apnews.inUConn vs South Carolina, Final Four rematch with Dawn Staley vs Geno Auriemma
sportsUConn vs South Carolina, Final Four rematch with Dawn Staley vs Geno Auriemma
The women's Final Four features a rematch of last year's title game as Dawn Staley's South Carolina meets Geno Auriemma's UConn.
the-express.comBar Rule of Law Task Force calls for immediate impeachment
politicsBar Rule of Law Task Force calls for immediate impeachment
Legal group urged immediate impeachment of President Trump, citing accumulated abuses and a need for remedy
Sami Zayn WrestleMania Direction Twists as Trick Williams Gets New Partner
sportsSami Zayn WrestleMania Direction Twists as Trick Williams Gets New Partner
Reports suggest a major twist for Sami Zayn’s WrestleMania 42 angle after Trick Williams is seen with a new ally.
sportskeeda.comActivists call for national May Day general strike on May 1
newsActivists call for national May Day general strike on May 1
Organizers and social posts push for May 1 walkouts and boycotts as a coordinated protest tactic.
Anthropic confirms Claude Code source leak via npm error
techAnthropic confirms Claude Code source leak via npm error
Anthropic says internal Claude Code source was accidentally published due to an npm packaging mistake, triggering takedowns.
Forest Service to close research stations that study wildfire risk
newsForest Service to close research stations that study wildfire risk
US Forest Service plans to close stations that monitor wildfire behavior and climate impacts, raising data-loss concerns.
nytimes.comMyanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president
newsMyanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president
Pro‑military parliament voted coup leader Min Aung Hlaing in as president, formalizing junta control.
independent.co.ukViral post claims GOP leaders 'lose control' after poll
politicsViral post claims GOP leaders 'lose control' after poll
Astrocohors video and blog push a narrative that a new midterm poll shows Republicans collapsing.
Hungary heads to polls as Viktor Orban faces possible unseating
politicsHungary heads to polls as Viktor Orban faces possible unseating
Elections begin in nine days as opposition tries to end Orban’s 16-year rule amid worries about stacked state institutions.
bbc.comBrian Tyler Cohen teases 'explosive' Epstein update on Snapchat
journalismBrian Tyler Cohen teases 'explosive' Epstein update on Snapchat
BTC posted a Snapchat segment claiming an "explosive" Epstein-related update amid ongoing calls to release remaining files.
Progressives push renewed campaign to End Citizens United
politicsProgressives push renewed campaign to End Citizens United
Organizers and figures like Robert Reich are amplifying calls to overturn or limit the Citizens United ruling
Army deletes April Fools 'Gen Alpha' doctrine post
comedyArmy deletes April Fools 'Gen Alpha' doctrine post
An official Army account pulled a satirical 'Gen Alpha' doctrine post after backlash, Stars and Stripes reports
No military flyover for Boston Red Sox home opener this year
sportsNo military flyover for Boston Red Sox home opener this year
CBS reports Fenway Park’s home opener will proceed without the customary military aircraft flyover.
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, Radar Indicates 60 mph Winds and Large Hail
newsSevere Thunderstorm Warnings, Radar Indicates 60 mph Winds and Large Hail
Warnings for parts of Oklahoma (Caddo, Kiowa, Washita) and nearby areas, radar shows 60 mph gusts and up to 1.75" hail.
Helluva Boss fandom debates tone and direction after new shorts
tvHelluva Boss fandom debates tone and direction after new shorts
Fans are split over recent Helluva Boss shorts, praising dialogue while arguing about the show's changing tone.
Classical Latin cover of David Bowie’s 'Heroes' circulates online
musicClassical Latin cover of David Bowie’s 'Heroes' circulates online
A Latin rendition of 'Heroes' is getting attention for its emotional resonance and creative reinterpretation