Friday, April 10, 2026
Artemis II splashes down in Pacific, crew returns to Earth
scienceArtemis II splashes down in Pacific, crew returns to Earth
Orion capsule splashed down off southern California; Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen recovered safe
Trump Promises Mass Pardons for Staff Before Leaving Office
newsTrump Promises Mass Pardons for Staff Before Leaving Office
President reportedly said he would pardon "everyone WHO has come within 200 feet of the Oval," per WSJ.
wsj.com
Former New York Mayor Eric Adams granted Albanian citizenship
newsFormer New York Mayor Eric Adams granted Albanian citizenship
Albanian authorities issued citizenship and an Albanian passport to former New York City mayor Eric Adams, officials say.
euronews.al
Virginia begins early voting for redistricting amendment
politicsVirginia begins early voting for redistricting amendment
Early voting opens ahead of the April 21 referendum to temporarily curb partisan gerrymandering through 2030.
social.demcast.com
Alex Jones Says Trump Is Influenced by 'Demonic Forces' After Rant
journalismAlex Jones Says Trump Is Influenced by 'Demonic Forces' After Rant
Jones publicly describes Trump as being under demonic influence in response to the president’s recent tirade at MAGA figures.
The Amazing Digital Circus finale to get short U.S. theatrical run
tvThe Amazing Digital Circus finale to get short U.S. theatrical run
Feature‑length finale The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act will screen in U.S. theaters June 4, 7 ahead of its YouTube premiere.
fathomentertainment.com
Mayor Zohran Mamdani teams with John Wilson for NYC scaffolding video
tvMayor Zohran Mamdani teams with John Wilson for NYC scaffolding video
On his 100th day, Mamdani released a John Wilson, style explainer outlining plans to remove unnecessary sidewalk sheds.
variety.com
U.S. Inflation Rises to 3.3% in March
financeU.S. Inflation Rises to 3.3% in March
Consumer prices jumped 0.9% month‑over‑month in March; annual CPI up 3.3% as gasoline and energy spiked.
Greens flip Cliftonville seat from Reform UK
politicsGreens flip Cliftonville seat from Reform UK
Greens win Cliftonville by-election with 38.8% vs Reform UK's 33.1%, after the previous councillor was jailed
coindesk.com
Ireland fuel protests enter day four, military to remove blocking vehicles
newsIreland fuel protests enter day four, military to remove blocking vehicles
Convoys have disrupted roads and airport access, petrol stations running dry; government will use military to move blocked vehicles.
independent.ie
Suspect arrested after Molotov cocktail thrown at Sam Altman's San Francisco home
newsSuspect arrested after Molotov cocktail thrown at Sam Altman's San Francisco home
San Francisco police arrested a person after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's Russian Hill residence; investigation ongoing.
wired.com
Calls Grow for Eric Swalwell to Quit California Governor Race
politicsCalls Grow for Eric Swalwell to Quit California Governor Race
Following a bombshell allegation, increasing numbers of California Democrats are urging Rep. Eric Swalwell to drop his gubernatorial bid.
Pat McAfee confronts CM Punk in heated SmackDown promo
sportsPat McAfee confronts CM Punk in heated SmackDown promo
On April 10 SmackDown McAfee called CM Punk a fraud and fired back over the Saudi controversy during a scathing on‑air segment.
wrestletalk.com
Jamie Raskin Demands Cognitive Assessment of President Trump
newsJamie Raskin Demands Cognitive Assessment of President Trump
Rep. Jamie Raskin formally asked the White House physician for an immediate, comprehensive cognitive and neurological evaluation of President Trump.
Reform UK's Welsh leader admits Port Talbot blast‑furnace pledge isn't feasible
politicsReform UK's Welsh leader admits Port Talbot blast‑furnace pledge isn't feasible
Emily Price backtracks, saying reopening Port Talbot's decommissioned blast furnaces 'clearly isn't possible.'
WaPo: RFK Jr.’s CDC delayed report showing COVID vaccine benefits
scienceWaPo: RFK Jr.’s CDC delayed report showing COVID vaccine benefits
Washington Post coverage says the CDC under RFK Jr. held back a study finding updated COVID shots roughly halved ER visits and hospitalizations.
Xander Bogaerts hits walk‑off grand slam, Padres beat Rockies
sportsXander Bogaerts hits walk‑off grand slam, Padres beat Rockies
Bogaerts launched a 399‑ft walk‑off grand slam off Valente Bellozo in the 12th to give San Diego a 7‑3 win.
mlb.com
U.S. to auto-register eligible men for Selective Service by Dec 2026
newsU.S. to auto-register eligible men for Selective Service by Dec 2026
Selective Service System will automatically register men aged 18, 26, with the change slated to take effect by December 2026.
open.substack.com
Professor Layton Adds PS5 and PC, Launches Late 2026
gamingProfessor Layton Adds PS5 and PC, Launches Late 2026
Level‑5 confirms Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will come to PS5 and Steam (plus Switch) in late 2026.
Péter Magyar Surges in Polls Ahead of Hungary Vote
politicsPéter Magyar Surges in Polls Ahead of Hungary Vote
Former Fidesz insider Péter Magyar’s Tisza party leads polls and could win a qualified majority in the April election.
theguardian.com
Renderings Unveiled for Trump's 250‑Foot Triumphal Arch
newsRenderings Unveiled for Trump's 250‑Foot Triumphal Arch
Interior Department releases designs for a 250‑foot arch planned near the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
Melania urges congressional hearings with Epstein victims, survivors push back
newsMelania urges congressional hearings with Epstein victims, survivors push back
First lady called for public hearings with Jeffrey Epstein survivors; some survivors say her statement shifts burden onto victims.
Researchers document 'civil war' among Ngogo chimpanzees in Uganda
newsResearchers document 'civil war' among Ngogo chimpanzees in Uganda
A 30‑year study says Ngogo chimps split into two communities and carried out 24 coordinated attacks that killed members.
Deaf toddler signs with Toy Story character at Disneyland
moviesDeaf toddler signs with Toy Story character at Disneyland
A 3‑year‑old born deaf signed to Jessie from Toy Story and the costumed performer signed back, surprising the family
fox35orlando.com
Denver wins in double OT to reach Frozen Four final
sportsDenver wins in double OT to reach Frozen Four final
Denver prevailed in a double‑overtime semifinal against Michigan to advance to the NCAA Frozen Four championship game.
Crimson Desert roadmap adds difficulty settings and boss rematches
gamingCrimson Desert roadmap adds difficulty settings and boss rematches
Pearl Abyss will add difficulty options, replayable bosses, new pets and QoL updates through June.
Jung Hoo Lee hits 2‑run homer, Giants take 6‑1 lead vs. Orioles
sportsJung Hoo Lee hits 2‑run homer, Giants take 6‑1 lead vs. Orioles
Lee launched a 2‑run shot in the top of the 7th, his first of the season, extending San Francisco's lead to 6‑1.
Tucker Carlson asks whether Israel 'blackmailed' Trump in newsletter
journalismTucker Carlson asks whether Israel 'blackmailed' Trump in newsletter
Carlson's Morning Note questions if Israel pressured Trump, a direct response after the president's recent public attacks.
Microsoft simplifies Windows Insider program, adds Experimental channel
techMicrosoft simplifies Windows Insider program, adds Experimental channel
Microsoft revamps Insider channels, introduces an Experimental channel and easier access to new features
Trump effort seeks Redditor identity via secret grand jury over ICE post
newsTrump effort seeks Redditor identity via secret grand jury over ICE post
DOJ action aims to compel Reddit to unmask a user WHO posted criticisms and publicly available details about an ICE agent.
LeBron posts 26 points and 11 assists as Lakers rout Warriors 119‑103
sportsLeBron posts 26 points and 11 assists as Lakers rout Warriors 119‑103
LeBron had 26 pts, 11 ast and 8 rebounds in L.A.’s 119‑103 win in San Francisco, with Stephen Curry sitting out.
apnews.in
Packers trade WR Dontayvion Wicks to Eagles
sportsPackers trade WR Dontayvion Wicks to Eagles
Green Bay sends Dontayvion Wicks to Philadelphia for a 2026 fifth‑round and a 2027 sixth‑round pick; Wicks signs 1‑yr deal.
Geri Halliwell's 'Mi Chico Latino' airs on Top of the Pops, likened to Madonna
musicGeri Halliwell's 'Mi Chico Latino' airs on Top of the Pops, likened to Madonna
Geri Halliwell's 'Mi Chico Latino' featured on TOTP, with listeners noting similarities to Madonna's 'La Isla Bonita'
Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to direct Metal Gear Solid film for Sony
moviesZach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to direct Metal Gear Solid film for Sony
After two decades in development, Sony has tapped the Final Destination: Bloodlines duo to helm a live‑action Metal Gear Solid movie.
Rep. John Larson files articles of impeachment against President Trump
newsRep. John Larson files articles of impeachment against President Trump
Democratic congressman introduced articles accusing Trump of abuses of power
Arne Slot pays tribute to Andy Robertson, hints at exit reasons
sportsArne Slot pays tribute to Andy Robertson, hints at exit reasons
Slot praised departing captain Andy Robertson ahead of his summer exit and said he still 'feels support' from owners and fans.
liverpool.com
Monster Hunter Stories 3 'Twisted Reflection' lands on PC and consoles
gamingMonster Hunter Stories 3 'Twisted Reflection' lands on PC and consoles
Monster Hunter Stories 3 released on PC and consoles, with players sharing first impressions and new DLC notes.
Honkai: Star Rail launches version 4.2 and 3rd anniversary events
gamingHonkai: Star Rail launches version 4.2 and 3rd anniversary events
Version 4.2 'So Laughed the Masses' and third‑anniversary events kick off April 22 with major login rewards and free pulls.
U.S. admitted 4,499 refugees since October, almost all South African
newsU.S. admitted 4,499 refugees since October, almost all South African
Government data show 4,499 refugees admitted since Oct, only three were non‑South African; Afrikaners were prioritized.
Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li‑wun, stresses peaceful reunification
politicsXi meets Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li‑wun, stresses peaceful reunification
Xi told KMT leader Cheng people on both sides of the strait are Chinese and warned China will not tolerate independence.
theqldr.com.au
Enter Shikari surprise release Lose Your Self
musicEnter Shikari surprise release Lose Your Self
British alternative band quietly dropped their eighth studio album 'Lose Your Self', a 12-track surprise release
Brian Tyler Cohen Spars with Conservative Over Iran War
journalismBrian Tyler Cohen Spars with Conservative Over Iran War
Coverage shows Brian Tyler Cohen debating a conservative guest about U.S. policy toward the Iran war.
MapTap players post high 'Final Score' runs for April 10
gamingMapTap players post high 'Final Score' runs for April 10
Players shared personal‑best MapTap 'Final Score' results on April 10, with top runs approaching 991 points.