Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Artemis II Returns After Far‑Side Moon Flyby, Sets Distance Record
scienceArtemis II Returns After Far‑Side Moon Flyby, Sets Distance Record
NASA’s Artemis II crew completed a lunar far‑side flyby and became the farthest‑travelled humans from Earth before returning home
Democrats demand House reconvene for War Powers vote
newsDemocrats demand House reconvene for War Powers vote
House Democrats urge GOP leaders to end recess and bring a War Powers resolution to limit Trump’s military actions.
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Video undermines ICE account of Minneapolis shooting, NYT reports
newsVideo undermines ICE account of Minneapolis shooting, NYT reports
Newly obtained footage shows details prosecutors missed; officials didn’t view the video until weeks after charges, the NYT says.
nytimes.comLeak of Putin Call Mars JD Vance's Hungary Trip
politicsLeak of Putin Call Mars JD Vance's Hungary Trip
A leaked phone call with Putin overshadowed Vance’s visit to Hungary as he campaigned for the pro‑Trump leader
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Super Mario Galaxy Movie Debuts, Fans Split Over Cameos
gamingSuper Mario Galaxy Movie Debuts, Fans Split Over Cameos
The Super Mario Galaxy movie premieres to applause for visuals but mixed reactions to choices like a prominent Star Fox cameo
Virginia referendum set for April 21 to temporarily redraw congressional map
politicsVirginia referendum set for April 21 to temporarily redraw congressional map
Referendum would temporarily redraw Virginia’s congressional districts through 2030; early voting is already open.
New Yorker probes Sam Altman and OpenAI
techNew Yorker probes Sam Altman and OpenAI
18‑month investigation alleges Altman lobbied against AI rules, courted Gulf funding, and hid internal moves
Witch Hat Atelier anime premieres
comicsWitch Hat Atelier anime premieres
Kamome Shirahama’s Witch Hat Atelier airs its first episode today, fans celebrate the adaptation’s debut
Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expands liberal majority
politicsChris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expands liberal majority
NBC projects Taylor defeated conservative Maria Lazar, giving liberals a larger majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Today is International Asexuality Day
cultureToday is International Asexuality Day
Asexual and aromantic communities mark International Asexuality Day, sharing visibility, resources, and personal stories.
Ben Roberts‑Smith Arrested, Expected to Face Five War‑Crime Murder Charges
newsBen Roberts‑Smith Arrested, Expected to Face Five War‑Crime Murder Charges
Former Australian special‑forces soldier Ben Roberts‑Smith arrested and expected to be charged with five counts of war‑crime murder in Afghanistan
Final trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 released, features Lady Gaga
moviesFinal trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 released, features Lady Gaga
20th Century Studios released the final trailer and new posters; original song “Runway” by Lady Gaga and Doechii debuts; May 1 theatrical release.
Michigan vs UConn, NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship
sportsMichigan vs UConn, NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship
No. 1 Michigan faces No. 2 UConn in the 2026 men's title game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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New free Steam download promises modern Resident Evil remake
gamingNew free Steam download promises modern Resident Evil remake
A free Steam mod/recreation is being touted as a strong modern take on classic Resident Evil gameplay
American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released by Iraqi Militia
newsAmerican Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released by Iraqi Militia
Shelly Kittleson, kidnapped in Baghdad last week, was freed after Iran‑backed Kataib Hezbollah agreed to release her
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Early voting begins in Georgia special runoff to replace MTG
politicsEarly voting begins in Georgia special runoff to replace MTG
Early voting opens in the race for Georgia’s 14th District, pitting Republican Clay Fuller against Democrat Shawn Harris.
Sabrina Carpenter Releases 'House Tour' Music Video
musicSabrina Carpenter Releases 'House Tour' Music Video
Sabrina Carpenter dropped the 'House Tour' video starring Margaret Qualley and Madelyn Cline, released April 6, 2026.
Russian drone strike hits civilian bus in Nikopol, 3 killed, 12 injured
newsRussian drone strike hits civilian bus in Nikopol, 3 killed, 12 injured
Regional officials say an FPV drone struck a minibus in Nikopol, killing three and wounding a dozen
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Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord premieres
tvStar Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord premieres
Lucasfilm's Maul - Shadow Lord debuts, following Maul's post-Clone Wars bid to rebuild his criminal syndicate
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JD Vance Accidentally Puts Trump on Speakerphone
politicsJD Vance Accidentally Puts Trump on Speakerphone
Vance accidentally put President Trump on speakerphone during a public event, producing an awkward on‑stage flub.
Resident doctors in England begin six‑day strike over pay and training
scienceResident doctors in England begin six‑day strike over pay and training
BMA junior doctors start a six‑day walkout after rejecting the government's pay and job offer
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Aaron Ramsey Retires from Professional Football
sportsAaron Ramsey Retires from Professional Football
Wales captain and former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey, 35, announced his immediate retirement and said he plans to pursue coaching.
walesonline.co.uk
Education Dept. ends civil‑rights agreements for transgender students
politicsEducation Dept. ends civil‑rights agreements for transgender students
The Department of Education terminated resolution agreements with five school districts and one college that upheld trans student protections.
Nintendo Music adds 112 Splatoon 3 tracks, including Side Order DLC
musicNintendo Music adds 112 Splatoon 3 tracks, including Side Order DLC
Nintendo Music added 112 post‑launch Splatoon 3 tracks, covering Side Order, the Grand Festival and other updates.
Netflix announces LEGO One Piece two-part special for Sept 29, 2026
tvNetflix announces LEGO One Piece two-part special for Sept 29, 2026
Netflix will stream a two-part LEGO ONE PIECE animated special reimagining the Straw Hats' adventures on Sept 29
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CBS taps Byron Allen’s 'Comics Unleashed' to replace The Late Show
tvCBS taps Byron Allen’s 'Comics Unleashed' to replace The Late Show
CBS will move Allen’s syndicated show into the network late‑night slot the day after Stephen Colbert signs off.
hollywoodreporter.comSavannah Guthrie returns to Today amid search for missing mother
journalismSavannah Guthrie returns to Today amid search for missing mother
Guthrie is back on NBC's Today after a two-month absence while authorities continue searching for her 84-year-old mother.
Ukraine ramps up strikes on Russian oil infrastructure
newsUkraine ramps up strikes on Russian oil infrastructure
Ukrainian drones and strikes hit refineries, pipelines and port facilities to blunt Russia’s oil windfall from the Iran conflict
nytimes.comBBB 26, Marciele Calls Ana Paula 'Minhoca' as Tensions Flare
tvBBB 26, Marciele Calls Ana Paula 'Minhoca' as Tensions Flare
Marciele told Jordana she sees rival Ana Paula as a 'minhoca' (worm) during a late‑night conversation ahead of tonight's eviction.
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CM Punk opens WWE Raw in Houston; Lesnar and Balor featured
sportsCM Punk opens WWE Raw in Houston; Lesnar and Balor featured
CM Punk kicked off Monday Night Raw in Houston; the show included a Brock Lesnar segment and Finn Balor vs. JD McDonagh.
Iran’s Supreme Leader orders military to cease fire, state media says
newsIran’s Supreme Leader orders military to cease fire, state media says
IRIB reports Mojtaba Khamenei instructed all military units to stop firing amid talks and a proposed ceasefire.
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Stella Creasy says online abuse for dancing shows political hatred
politicsStella Creasy says online abuse for dancing shows political hatred
MP Stella Creasy warns personal attacks over a video of her dancing reflect a wider silencing of politicians
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Rapper Offset Shot Near Florida Casino, Hospitalized Stable
newsRapper Offset Shot Near Florida Casino, Hospitalized Stable
Offset was shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida; his reps say he is stable and under care.
The Archers episode spotlights a pet budgie amid village drama
tvThe Archers episode spotlights a pet budgie amid village drama
BBC Radio 4's The Archers featured a storyline involving a budgie and ongoing village tensions, prompting lively listener commentary.
Trump Presses Norway Over Nobel Peace Prize
cultureTrump Presses Norway Over Nobel Peace Prize
Trump told Norway’s prime minister he felt snubbed for the Nobel and tied the issue to his Greenland efforts
Real Madrid and Bayern Draw 0‑0 in Champions League Quarterfinal First Leg
sportsReal Madrid and Bayern Draw 0‑0 in Champions League Quarterfinal First Leg
Real Madrid and Bayern Munich played to a goalless draw at the Santiago Bernabéu in the Champions League quarterfinal first leg
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Harry Maguire Signs One‑Year Extension with Manchester United
sportsHarry Maguire Signs One‑Year Extension with Manchester United
Manchester United centre‑back Harry Maguire signs a one‑year contract extension, with an option for a further season.
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João Fonseca Wins Monte‑Carlo Debut, Beats Arthur Diallo
sportsJoão Fonseca Wins Monte‑Carlo Debut, Beats Arthur Diallo
Fonseca defeated No. 36 Arthur Diallo 6‑2, 6‑3 in his Monte‑Carlo debut and advances to face Rinderknech.
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Robert Thomas records first NHL hat trick, Blues win 3, 2
sportsRobert Thomas records first NHL hat trick, Blues win 3, 2
Thomas scored all three goals, including the go‑ahead snap with 2:50 left, lifting St. Louis past Colorado 3, 2.
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Avalanche strike early, Nichushkin and Nečas score
sportsAvalanche strike early, Nichushkin and Nečas score
Valeri Nichushkin and Martin Nečas supply early goals as Colorado leads St. Louis 2, 0 late in the first period.
Reform UK would block visas for countries seeking slavery reparations
politicsReform UK would block visas for countries seeking slavery reparations
Party says it would refuse visas to nationals of countries pressing the UK for historic slavery compensation
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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square offers to buy Universal Music Group
musicBill Ackman’s Pershing Square offers to buy Universal Music Group
Pershing Square proposed a roughly $64 billion cash-and-stock bid to take Universal Music private and relist in New York
Daredevil: Born Again S2E4 'Gloves Off' streams, Bullseye unleashed
tvDaredevil: Born Again S2E4 'Gloves Off' streams, Bullseye unleashed
Season 2 Episode 4 delivers a ferocious three‑way fight and major developments for Bullseye and Matt Murdock.
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Gunmen Attack Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, Assailants Killed
newsGunmen Attack Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, Assailants Killed
Shooting near the Israeli consulate left three assailants dead and one police officer injured, Turkish media report.
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Former FBI staff file class-action lawsuit against DOJ, Pam Bondi and Trump
newsFormer FBI staff file class-action lawsuit against DOJ, Pam Bondi and Trump
Fired or forced‑out FBI employees say they’ve launched a class action alleging wrongful treatment linked to DOJ actions.
Rey Mysterio added to WrestleMania Intercontinental ladder match
sportsRey Mysterio added to WrestleMania Intercontinental ladder match
Rey Mysterio has been cleared to return and was inserted into the Intercontinental Title ladder match at WrestleMania 42.
CDC pauses testing for rabies and pox viruses
scienceCDC pauses testing for rabies and pox viruses
CDC has halted dozens of diagnostic tests, including for rabies, mpox, Epstein‑Barr and varicella zoster.
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San Jose Sharks beat Chicago Blackhawks 3-2
sportsSan Jose Sharks beat Chicago Blackhawks 3-2
William Eklund, Kiefer Sherwood and Will Smith score as the Sharks top the Blackhawks 3-2 at home
NYT: Wealthy donors hiding political money in secret nonprofits
politicsNYT: Wealthy donors hiding political money in secret nonprofits
New York Times investigation finds billionaires using secretive nonprofits to route political donations and avoid disclosure.
nytimes.comKnicks hold on in tight win, Brunson posts 12 assists
sportsKnicks hold on in tight win, Brunson posts 12 assists
Jalen Brunson recorded 12 assists as the Knicks edged a close game, with strong late contributions from KAT and OG.
DHS Secretary Mullin Floats Pulling Customs Agents from SFO
newsDHS Secretary Mullin Floats Pulling Customs Agents from SFO
Markwayne Mullin suggested the federal government may withdraw CBP officers from international airports in sanctuary cities like San Francisco.
ICE detains soldier’s wife at military base before his deployment
newsICE detains soldier’s wife at military base before his deployment
Reports say ICE agents detained a newlywed soldier’s wife on a military base as he prepared to deploy, sparking family and advocacy outcry.
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IMAX 70mm tickets for Dune: Part Three go on sale
moviesIMAX 70mm tickets for Dune: Part Three go on sale
Select IMAX 70mm showtimes for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three are now selling, some with limited collectible filmstrips; Dec. 18 release noted.
