- In New War With Israel, Hezbollah Defies Notion That It Was Crippled The New York Times
- ‘Endless war’: inside an Israeli kibbutz near Lebanon’s volatile border The Guardian
- Israeli military says Hezbollah launched missile at Israel, triggering sirens Reuters
- Northern Israel hit with barrage of Hezbollah rockets, drones, one building damaged The Jerusalem Post
- Live updates: Israel and Hezbollah trade strikes ahead of high-stakes US-Iran talks CNN
Russia labels Stanford University ‘undesirable’ in escalating crackdown on Western schools – The Kyiv Independent
- Russia labels Stanford University 'undesirable' in escalating crackdown on Western schools The Kyiv Independent
- Russia Bans Stanford University as Latest ‘Undesirable’ Organization Bloomberg.com
- Russian designation of Tufts as ‘undesirable’ leaves students, faculty uncertain about travel, rationale The Tufts Daily
- ‘Admission Is Now a One-Way Ticket’: Kremlin Escalates Crackdown on Western Universities The Moscow Times
- Tufts, Fletcher School deemed ‘undesirable organizations’ by Russian government WGBH
‘Just the beginning’: Artemis II crew splashes down after record-breaking moon flyby
The four astronauts touched down on Earth off the coast of California, concluding historic 10-day mission
The Artemis II, and the four astronauts aboard the Orion space capsule, splashed down into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego on Friday night, with all four astronauts in good health.
“53 years ago, humanity left the moon. This time we return to stay. Let us finish what they started. Let us focus on what was left undone. Let us not go to plant flags and leave, but to stay with firmness in our purpose, with gratitude for the hands who built the machines and with love for the ones that we carry with us,” Nasa’s associate administrator Amit Kshatriya said at the late-night press conference after the astronauts landed.
Continue reading...New Zealand’s North Island braces for Cyclone Vaianu with thousands ordered to evacuate
Vaianu, forecast to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 130 kmh (80 mph), is expected to hit on Sunday
Thousands of New Zealanders were ordered to evacuate their homes on Saturday as the country’s North Island braced for Cyclone Vaianu, which authorities warned could cause coastal flooding and landslides.
Vaianu, forecast to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 130 km/h (80 mp/h), was expected to hit on Sunday, then pass west of the remote Chatham Islands on Monday, the country’s weather forecaster said.
Continue reading...Melania Trump’s speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront
She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation.
Title: Artemis II astronauts journey back to Earth after Moon mission
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have returned to Earth after completing the first crewed lunar mission in 53 years.
Trump says Strait of Hormuz to reopen ‘soon’ as US, Iran head to talks
Trump says he will not accept Iran's imposition of tolls on shipping in the vital waterway.
Thought there was enough maritime drama? Look to the Gulf of Finland. – politico.eu
- Thought there was enough maritime drama? Look to the Gulf of Finland. politico.eu
- Russia boosts oil exports from western ports in early April despite drone attacks Reuters
- Ukraine conflict: Kyiv keeps up attacks on Russian oil facilities despite air defences Janes
- Ukrainian forces hit key enemy sites in occupied areas and inside Russia Ukrinform
- Ukraine strikes oil facilities in Russia, occupied Crimea The Kyiv Independent
‘Every drop of water counts’: Fear for the future of Argentina’s glaciers
A controversial law to remove protections for the country's glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
Trump administration unveils 250-foot ‘Triumphal Arch’ design
The new arch, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.
An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he’s back with more humour
A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.
This idyllic US town was full of police families – and a serial killer in their midst
For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.
Moment Artemis II splashes down after moon mission
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have safely splashed down on Earth, completing a landmark mission.
JD Vance takes on a perilous mission – could it backfire?
As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.
Artemis II mission was a triumph – now comes the hard part
The mission was almost flawless but there are considerable obstacles ahead before a Moon landing.
Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary’s Orbán senses victory
As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts splash down on Earth after lunar mission
Crew safely complete first mission to travel around the Moon in more than 50 years.
Iran Update Special Report, April 10, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
- Iran Update Special Report, April 10, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- World Leaders Push to Save Iran Talks Amid Israel’s Attacks in Lebanon The New York Times
- Middle East crisis live: Iran peace talks under way as Trump claims US has begun clearing mines in strait of Hormuz The Guardian
- Iran Update Special Report, April 9, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- Death toll surpasses 3,000, Iranian official says LiveNOW from FOX
Iran war live: US, Iranian officials to hold ceasefire talks in Pakistan
US Vice President J D Vance is in Pakistan to lead the highest level talks with Iran since the 1979 Islamic revolution.
Israeli strike on government building kills Lebanese officers
Israeli air strike on a government building in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh kills at least 13.