Trump’s Ukraine envoy stepping down amid stalled peace talks with Russia
The State Department denied a report that Julie Davis’ departure was out of frustration and differences with the US president
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The State Department denied a report that Julie Davis’ departure was out of frustration and differences with the US president
· Reuters
US regulator orders review of TV licence after Trump criticises Kimmel
Jimmy Kimmel responded to the Trumps by saying it was "obviously … a joke". (Reuters: Mike Blake)
NBA se acerca a medidas antitanking con drástico cambio en las probabilidades del draft
El base de los Wizards de Washington, Sharife Cooper (13), se dirige a la canasta superando al delantero de los Cavaliers de Cleveland, Olivier Sarr (33), en la segunda mitad de un partido de baloncesto de la NBA en Cleveland, el domingo 12 de abril de 2026. (AP Foto/Sue Ogrocki)
Democrats urge Trump to keep ban on Chinese cars in US as Xi meeting looms
US lawmakers warn of ‘irreversible’ consequences for industry ahead of Trump’s planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping next month
· Lucy Quaggin
Democrats urge Trump to keep ban on Chinese cars in US as Xi meeting looms
US lawmakers warn of ‘irreversible’ consequences for industry ahead of Trump’s planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping next month
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Pressure on DOJ to prosecute Anthony Fauci grows after adviser indicted—with days left to charge COVID ‘lies’
WASHINGTON — The indictment of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s former adviser David Morens Tuesday revived calls for the Justice Department to prosecute Fauci himself for allegedly lying to Congress about funding risky research in China before the COVID-19 pandemic.
· Steven Nelson
OPEC’s end will be a win for humanity and America — another Trump miracle
OPEC’s stranglehold on the global economy is finally coming apart at the seams — thanks in large part to President Donald Trump’s efforts at home and abroad — and the result will be freer markets, long-term lower energy price and less debt slavery for developing nations.
· Post Editorial Board
Defiant James Comey breaks silence on second criminal indictment: ‘Let’s go’
Former FBI Director James Comey issued a defiant statement in response to his federal indictment Tuesday for allegedly threatening to kill President Trump.
· Josh Christenson
Tribunal de apelaciones rechaza detenciones migratorias sin fianza de Trump
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· Rebecca Boone
King Charles praises Nato and urges defence of Ukraine in key speech during Trump visit
Remarks marking 250th anniversary of American independence tell US lawmakers: ‘The actions of this great nation matter’
· Chris Stein, Carolinedavies
Senate rejects attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba
Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, left, questions a witness as Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., right, looks on during the Senate Committee on Armed Services hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)
· Stephen Groves
Trump hails 'Two Kings' after meeting Charles, as the British monarch gets political
US President Donald Trump has hosted King Charles for afternoon tea at the White House. Source: Getty / Pool/WireImage
· Sbsaustralia
Former FBI director charged with threatening President Trump's life
The US Justice Department brought criminal charges against James Comey on Tuesday for a second time, accusing the former FBI director of threatening President Donald Trump by posting a photo of shells arranged to show the numbers "8647."
· REUTERS
US spy agencies examining how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory
United States intelligence agencies are studying how Iran would respond if US President Donald Trump were to declare a unilateral victory in the two-month-old war that has become a political liability for the White House, two US officials and a person familiar with the matter said.
· REUTERS
Trump says his mother 'had a crush' on King Charles
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NBA moves closer to anti-tanking, draft lottery changes
Washington Wizards guard Sharife Cooper (13) goes to the basket past Cleveland Cavaliers forward Olivier Sarr (33) in the second half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland, Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
· Tim Reynolds
Jimmy Kimmel stopped being funny years ago with his tiring crusade against Trump — now he’s lost his decency, too
Eternal Trump antagonist Jimmy Kimmel has stepped in it — again.
· Kirsten Fleming
California governor candidates to tangle in another debate in race with no clear leader
Xavier Becerra, a candidate in California’s gubernatorial race, speaks during a gubernatorial debate hosted by Nexstar Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in San Francisco. (Jason Henry/Pool Photo via AP)
· Michael R Blood
The British public have taken a dim view of the king’s visit.
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· Megan Specia
Italiana ENI firma acuerdo con Petróleos de Venezuela con miras a ampliar producción de crudo
CARACAS (AP) — La empresa energética italiana ENI suscribió el martes con la corporación estatal Petróleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA) y el ministerio de Hidrocarburos del país sudamericano un acuerdo para ampliar la producción de crudo pesado en el campo petrolero Junín V en la Faja Petrolífera del Orinoco.
· The Associated Press
Trump administration faces legal scrutiny over Kennedy Center
Ohio Democrat, Rep. Joyce Beatty, speaks at press conference, Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Washington, following a federal court hearing on lawsuit she has filed in the renaming and pending closure of the Kennedy Center by the Trump Administration. Her lawyer, Norm Eisen, is right. (AP Photo/Gary Fields)
· Gary Fields
Former FBI director Comey again indicted by US Justice Department
Former FBI Director James Comey has again been indicted by the United States Department of Justice, this time over a social media post that officials have said constituted a threat to President Donald Trump.
· Al Jazeera Staff
White House wants Department of Homeland Security reopen for World Cup
The White House are reviewing US President Donald Trump's security in the wake of Saturday's shooting
· Bbcsport
'Empowered': UAE's exit from Opec appeases Trump, delivers blow to Saudi Arabia
The UAE’s exit from Opec next month is a shot across the bows to Saudi Arabia and a potential offering to US President Donald Trump, in the latest sign the war on Iran is exacerbating old tensions in the Gulf instead of uniting the region.
· Middleeasteye
2nd Circuit court rejects Trump's no-bond immigration detentions
The Department of Homeland Security logo during a news conference in Washington, Feb. 25, 2015. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)
· Rebecca Boone
Trump approval rating falls to lowest level amid Iran war
Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest level of his current term as concern grows over the cost of living and the war with Iran.
· Middleeasteye
Takeaways from the king's speech to Congress
While tradition dictates that royal speeches are not supposed to be political, within a few sentences, King Charles mentioned three hot-button issues in the US. (Reuters: Kylie Cooper)
· Brad Ryan
Pentagon AI chief confirms DOD's expanded use of Google, says reliance on one model 'never a good thing'
Pentagon AI chief Cameron Stanley confirmed to CNBC that the Department of Defense is expanding its use of Google's Gemini artificial intelligence model, about two months after the DOD dropped Anthropic, designating it as a supply chain risk.
· Seema Mody
Trump unhappy with Middle East peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Donald Trump has reportedly said he wants Iran's nuclear issues dealt with from the outset. Source: Getty / Tasos Katopodis
· Sbsaustralia
Middle East peace proposal in deadlock as Trump, Iran clash over nuclear talks
Donald Trump has reportedly said he wants Iran's nuclear issues dealt with from the outset. Source: Getty
· Sbsaustralia
US boards suspected Iran-bound cargo ship but lets it go
WASHINGTON — The US military has boarded another commercial vessel during blockade of Iran's ports, but unlike in previous cases, the ship was ultimately allowed to carry on its way.
· Associated Press
King gets ovation for speech hailing importance of UK and US partnership
King Charles has stressed the value and importance of the "indispensable" UK and US partnership in an historic address to Congress in Washington DC.
· Sean Coughlan
King Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speech
Britain’s King Charles III has used a speech in front of the United States Congress to pledge NATO unity and call for support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing invasion.
· Al Jazeera
Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress
King Charles III's visit to the US was meant to be a celebration – of America's 250th anniversary, of enduring Anglo-American ties and of the "special relationship". But it has also been billed as a rescue mission.
· Anthony Zurcher
King Charles just told Trump exactly what he needed to hear – but it may not be enough
London: King Charles used the power of the podium at the US Congress to deliver a gentle but compelling message to Donald Trump and the American people about the value of remembering their friends.
· David Crowe
US regulator orders review of ABC license after Trump criticizes Kimmel
The agency that regulates the US airwaves on Tuesday ordered an early review of the license of broadcaster ABC after President Donald Trump and his wife demanded it fire comedian Jimmy Kimmel.
· Agence France-Presse
Mission accomplished as king’s speech to Congress goes down a storm
Charles quoted Wilde and Dickens in measured masterclass – and no tirade as yet from mad monarch in White House
· Davidsmith
The Latest Place Trump’s Face Will Appear: Some U.S. Passports
President Trump’s signature is set to be added to U.S. dollars. His name has been affixed to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. A plan to mint a 24-karat gold coin with his image is moving forward.
· Taylor Robinson
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Britain’s King Charles III listens as President Donald Trump speaks during a State Visit arrival ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
· The Associated Press
Trump to put his picture in US passports
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump's picture will soon appear in some US passports, it was confirmed Tuesday, shattering another norm as the president aggressively puts himself personally on government institutions.
· Agence France-Presse
Preschool teacher axed after complaining about Trump surviving latest assassination attempt
An Ohio preschool teacher was axed after a twisted TikTok showed her apparently fuming over President Trump surviving Saturday’s shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
· Anna Young
EEUU emitirá pasaportes conmemorativos con la foto de Trump por los 250 años de su independencia
WASHINGTON (AP) — El Departamento de Estado de Estados Unidos informó que ya prepara una emisión limitada de pasaportes conmemorativos para celebrar el 250mo aniversario de la Independencia en los que se incluirá una imagen del presidente Donald Trump, quien se convertiría en el primer presidente vivo en aparecer en…
· Matthew Lee
Trump's threats to steal Iran's oil continue a long history of US pillage
Since the bipartite US-Israeli attack on Iran began two months ago, US President Donald Trump has made declarations about stealing Iranian oil: "If it were up to me, I'd take the oil, I'd keep the oil, it would bring plenty of money." Failing that, he has threatened to destroy Iran's oil infrastructure.
· Middleeasteye
Trump will host hero astronauts of NASA’s groundbreaking Artemis II mission at White House
President Trump will host the four astronauts from the Artemis II mission Wednesday at the White House, The Post has learned.
· Steven Nelson
Trump treats King Charles and Queen Camilla to a historic show of patriotism at the White House
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Comey faces DoJ charges over seashell ‘8647’ post, but what does it really mean?
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· Edwardhelmore
Shocking moment Cole Allen’s SoCal student realized he was attempted Trump assassin
A Southern California family says an ordinary tutoring appointment turned into a moment of disbelief after they recognized a familiar face tied to the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump.
· Zain Khan
King Charles: The hidden messages in his speech to Congress
King Charles III deployed the first royal address to the U.S. Congress in 35 years today — and he had plenty to say to Washington’s gathered political leadership.
· Annabelle Dickson
Brewers' Chourio and Vaughn are beginning rehab assignments
Milwaukee Brewers Jackson Chourio looks on from the dugout railing during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, April 10, 2026, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf, File)
· Steve Megargee