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Operation Epic Fury, Meet Operation Colossal Blunder
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 05:00
With the threat of a future closing of the Strait of Hormuz a drone strike away, the Iranians appear to actually hold the cards.
School Cellphone Ban Study Finds Mixed Results
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 04:01
Cellphone bans got devices out of students hands, according to the first large study. But behavior and academics have not improved, at least so far.
Why are Africans Fighting in Russias War in Ukraine?
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 04:01
Some see a clear explanation: Russia needs more troops, and young men in Africa desperately need jobs.
Trump says US to 'guide' stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz
BBC - 4 May 2026 01:24
More than 100 aircraft and 15,000 personnel will be part of the operation due to start on Monday, the US military says.
Is Donald Trump 'Worse' Than Joe Biden? POTUS Blunders on Fox News Over Bizarre Jesus-Doctor Image Row
IBTimes - 4 May 2026 01:17
Trump defended posting an image of himself as Jesus during Fox News, insisting it showed him as a doctor, as viewers branded him 'deranged' amid AI religious imagery and unease over his judgement at 79.
Swirly is missing: Flour Bakery offers reward for beloved soft-serve mascot
Boston - 4 May 2026 16:30
The bakerys missing soft-serve mascot was last seen outside Flour Boston Common - and may now be in a nearby dorm. The post Swirly is missing: Flour Bakery offers reward for beloved soft-serve mascot appeared first on Bo...
Abortion pill makers ask Supreme Court to lift ban
The Week - 4 May 2026 14:48
The case could create more tensions ahead of the midterms
Donald Trump Triggers Outrage After Posting Bizarre Shirtless AI Party Scenes in Lincoln Memorial Pool
IBTimes - 4 May 2026 14:22
The images showed a highly unusual depiction of one of Washington DC's most symbolic landmarks being turned into what critics quickly described as a "frat party" style fantasy.
Confusion in Strait of Hormuz Leaves Shipping Firms Guessing
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 14:16
The United States vowed to help tankers navigate the perilous conditions that have kept them stranded in the Persian Gulf, but it remained unclear if companies would try to get out.
UK on verge of joining EU's £78bn loan for Ukraine as Starmer seeks reset with Brussels
Sky News - 4 May 2026 03:33
The UK is on the verge of joining the EU's €90bn (£78bn) loan scheme for Ukraine, as the government seeks to shore up support for Kyiv and deepen defence ties with the bloc.
Wildfire tears through hundreds of acres in Arizona
BBC - 4 May 2026 03:04
Firefighters were tackling the blaze that local officials estimated to stretch 558 acres (2.3 sq km).
'Exhausted' Donald Trump Appears 'Muted and Stooped' Returning From Florida Trip
IBTimes - 4 May 2026 23:57
Recent footage of President Trump appearing fatigued has reignited discussions about his health, with critics questioning his stamina and overall well-being amid ongoing scrutiny.
Barack Obama Says Trump Pulled Him Into A 'Shadow Prime Minister' Role And Caused 'Genuine Tension' In His Marriage'
IBTimes - 4 May 2026 23:50
Barack Obama admits Donald Trump's presidency pulled him back into politics and created 'genuine tension' in his marriage, as Michelle Obama urges him to slow down after years in a demanding 'shadow prime...
Victims in fatal Lawrence crash both had gunshot wounds, DA says
Boston - 4 May 2026 23:15
One woman died on Friday, and a man died on Saturday evening, the DA said. The post Victims in fatal Lawrence crash both had gunshot wounds, DA says appeared first on Boston.com.
Attacks Threaten to Reignite Iran Conflict
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 23:13
Also, the stars arrive at the Met Gala. Heres the latest at the end of Monday.
California Seeks Historic Fine Against State Farm: Just $2 Million
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 23:08
Regulators say the penalty is the highest ever sought, but a cap on each violation would soften the blow for Californias largest insurer.
Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?
BBC - 4 May 2026 23:07
The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
Mayor Mamdani Highlights Fashion Workers as He Skips Met Gala
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 23:03
New Yorks mayor highlighted the seamstresses, tailors and other workers in the fashion industry.
Modern slavery at record levels in UK and expected to worsen, report warns
The Guardian - 4 May 2026 23:01
Governments anti-slavery commissioner says traffickers are exploiting a growing pipeline of vulnerabilitySlavery in the UK is at record levels and is expected to worsen over the next decade, the governments independent a...
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Made Me Miss the #Girlboss Era
The New York Times - 4 May 2026 23:00
It turns out that some women do, in fact, dream of labor, at least the kind that comes with a sense of mastery, agency and glamour.
A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title?
BBC - 4 May 2026 22:58
A chaotic 13-minute spell from Man City in the second half of a six-goal thriller at Everton could prove to be the visitors' undoing in the Premier League title race.
Retired businessman, 60, who beat stage 4 cancer, joins D-III college football team as freshman walk-on
New York Post - 4 May 2026 22:52
At age 60, Tom Green is slated to be one of the oldest college athletes in US history, about a decade after beating cancer.