24 Apr 2026, 3:28 am
Gannon Ken Van Dyke: The Controversial Soldier at the Centre of the Maduro Raid Arrest
An elite US soldier finds himself under a federal microscope following a high-stakes military operation in South America. Authorities allege that he turned secret mission details into a massive personal windfall, sparking a first-of-its-kind legal battle over digital prediction markets. Related Articles Viral Memes Link Sean 'Diddy' Combs And Nicolás Maduro Over Seized OilPolymarket Mystery Trader Makes $410,000 in Hours as Insider Bet Speculation Grows Over Maduro…
24 Apr 2026, 3:15 am
Ukraine: Russian strike on Odesa kills 2, hits hospitals and schools overnight
Ukraine said Russian forces struck the Black Sea port city of Odesa overnight on 23 to 24 April 2026, killing at least two people and injuring more than a dozen.
24 Apr 2026, 3:12 am
Eurovision crisis: Slovenia to broadcast films about Palestine instead of this year's Eurovision
Slovenia joins Ireland and Spain in not broadcasting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after a decision to boycott the live event over Israel’s participation.
24 Apr 2026, 3:10 am
Ukrainian married couple aged 75 killed in Russian attack on Odesa
Ukrainian officials say residential buildings and bulk carrier also hit in overnight assault.
24 Apr 2026, 3:10 am
Assisted dying bill to run out of time as Lords hold final debate
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.
24 Apr 2026, 3:10 am
Lufthansa Cancels 20,000 Flights to Conserve Fuel, Other Airlines Got Spooked as Well
Europe has been experiencing jet fuel issues due to the war in Iran. Many large airlines have been cancelling flights to cope with the limited supply of jet fuel. Lufthansa is one of those carriers that recently cancelled 20,000 short-haul flights to conserve fuel. It has cancelled flights until October in one of the biggest airline schedule reductions seen in recent history. Related Articles Empty Shelves Loom: UK Braces for Food Shortages and Supermarket Gaps as I…
24 Apr 2026, 3:09 am
Benefits cheat raked in thousands of pounds in housing credit while owning a second home in France
A Surrey man has admitted five counts of benefits fraud after falsely claiming £30,000 in housing benefit and council tax reductions while concealing significant assets and income.Gerry Sherard, who resides on Yattendon Road in Horley, entered guilty pleas to charges involving undisclosed wealth and earnings.Reigate and Banstead Borough Council launched an investigation in 2018 after Sherard had applied for benefits in 2016, asserting he was without employment and…
24 Apr 2026, 3:07 am
Harry Styles 'Completely Smitten' with Zoë Kravitz: Engaged Rumours Emerged After 8 Months of Dating
A striking diamond ring on actress Zoë Kravitz's finger has sparked engagement rumours to pop star Harry Styles following a romantic sighting in London this week. The speculation intensified as sources close to the singer claimed the pair are officially engaged, describing Styles as 'completely smitten' with the Hollywood star. Related Articles Are Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz Engaged? Truth Behind Insider 'Soulmate' Claims Fuels Viral Engagement SpeculationIs Zoe…
24 Apr 2026, 3:07 am
Asylum seeker found guilty of Brighton beach rape is 'convicted murderer in Egypt'
An Egyptian asylum seeker who was involved in the rape of a woman on a Brighton beach was fleeing his home country to escape a "lengthy" prison sentence, it has emerged.Karin Al-Danasurt was convicted of murder in Egypt following his arrival in the UK by small boat, prosecutors said.At a November plea hearing, he told the court he had applied for asylum in Britain after fleeing Egypt to "evade a lengthy custodial sentence".His defence team disputed this during pre-…
24 Apr 2026, 3:04 am
Preparedness Notes for Friday — April 24, 2026
On April 24, 1913, the Woolworth Building was opened in New York City by Frank Winfield Woolworth. It was completed at a cost of $13.5 million. At 792 feet, it was then the world’s tallest building. It is pictured above (at center) in 1965. — April 24, 1944: The first Boeing B-29 arrived in China after flying “Over The Hump”. — And on April 24,1990 STS-31 was launched. It was the 35th mission of the US Space Shuttle program. It  carried the Hubble Space T…
24 Apr 2026, 3:03 am
Silver Prices Will Still Go Much Higher, by Hubert Moolman
Silver is trying to get back into this important channel previously pointed out:     (Click to expand.) This puts the current bull market in a similar position to 2004 in the previous bull market. In other words, it is still very early in this bull market. If you consider the current bull market structure in this context, then it should be apparent that silver prices are currently not as overextended as many may think. It would be like saying silver at $5.60 in 20…
24 Apr 2026, 3:02 am
Economics & Investing Media of the Week
In Economics & Investing Media of the Week we feature photos, charts, graphs, maps, video links, and news items of interest to preppers. The public domain photo above of drought-cracked clay soil was taken by Bert Kaufman. Economics & Investing Links of Interest UBS Warns Drought Shock Unfolding Across Breadbasket Of America World Silver Survey, 2026 Aluminum Market Descends Into Supply ‘Black Hole’ Are Credit Card Numbers Going Away? War turns sulphur m…
24 Apr 2026, 3:01 am
The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:
“The moment the idea is admitted into society that property is not as sacred as the laws of God, and that there is not a force of law and public justice to protect it, anarchy and tyranny commence.” – John Adams, from A Defence of the Constitutions of the Government of the United States of America, 1787 The post The Editors’ Quote Of The Day: appeared first on SurvivalBlog.com.
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
Chess: Turkey’s Yagiz Erdogmus, 14, reaches record 2700 rating – ‘now for 2800 and 2900’
The teenager crushed Veselin Topalov 5-1 to become the youngest ever 2700-rated grandmaster, after which his coach said his future target was 2900Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, 14, has become chess’s youngest 2700-rated grandmaster, breaking an age record set a decade ago by China’s Wei Yi at 15. The Turkish teenager is already the highest ever rated 12, 13, and 14-year-old, and the youngest to reach the world top 50. For the moment, his new achievement only shows in the…
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
Sports quiz of the week: title races, snooker drama and marathon records
Have you followed the big stories in football, snooker, cricket, NFL, athletics, rugby league and golf? Continue reading...
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
To fix this Wi-Fi network, we'll need a crane
Won't somebody think of the children not being hit by a load of building materials? On Call  Delivering excellent tech support can sometimes require heavy lifting, a feat The Register celebrates each Friday with a new instalment of On Call – the reader-contributed column that shares your stories of hoisting glitchy tech back to full function.……
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
Famous birthdays for April 24: Cedric the Entertainer, Ashleigh Barty
Cedric the Entertainer turns 62 and tennis star Ashleigh Barty turns 30, among the famous birthdays for April 24.
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
On This Day, April 24: Benedict XVI becomes Roman Catholic pope
On April 24, 2005, Benedict XVI was installed in Rome as the 265th Roman Catholic pope.
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
GB News goes live in India via iKOMG-powered NeoTV+ distribution deal
GB News has launched in India as part of a new distribution deal with NeoTV+, giving the channel access to a fast-growing English-speaking audience across Asia and accelerating its international expansion.The People’s Channel is now available to viewers across India and wider Asia via the NeoTV+ app, under an agreement delivered in partnership with technology provider iKO Media Group (iKOMG).NeoTV+ has built a significant global footprint, with users across Asia,…
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
Open Thread
The post Open Thread appeared first on Reason.com.
24 Apr 2026, 3:00 am
FCC's Foreign-Made Router Ban Expands To Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Devices
The FCC has expanded its foreign-made router ban to also cover consumer Wi-Fi hotspots and LTE/5G home-internet devices, though existing products and phones with hotspot features are not affected. PCMag reports: On Wednesday, the FCC updated its FAQ on the ban, clarifying which consumer-grade routers are subject to the restrictions. Portable Wi-Fi hotspots are usually considered a separate category from Wi-Fi home routers. Both offer internet access, but portable Wi…
24 Apr 2026, 2:56 am
Does Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ violate the Lebanon ceasefire?
Israel has carved out a military zone inside southern Lebanon, raising fears it is replicating the “Yellow Line” in Gaza…
24 Apr 2026, 2:56 am
Researchers find cyber-sabotage malware that may predate Stuxnet by five years
FAST16 could be the first cyberweapon, and its effects could be with us today Black Hat Asia  Infosec outfit SentinelOne found malware that tries to induce errors in engineering and physics simulation software and therefore represents an attempt at sabotage, and suggests it was created years before the Stuxnet worm that aimed to destroy Iran’s uranium enrichment centrifuges.……
24 Apr 2026, 2:53 am
Roy Keane's future son-in-law reveals two words football icon rarely says behind the scenes
Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis has spoken candidly about his bond with Roy Keane as he prepares to wed the Manchester United icon's daughter this summer.The 24-year-old centre-back and Leah Keane began their relationship in 2019, with the couple becoming engaged in 2024.Their family grew in December 2025 when they welcomed daughter Iris.Harwood-Bellis, who has earned a single England cap, revealed to The Sun how the former midfielder has become a trusted…
24 Apr 2026, 2:48 am
Korda takes Chevron lead as England's Rhodes impresses
American Nelly Korda takes a two shot lead at the Chevron Championship after the first round, with England's Mimi Rhodes lying fours shots off the top on her tournament debut.
24 Apr 2026, 2:46 am
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks but claims he won’t rush Iran deal
US president orders navy to ‘shoot and kill’ boats laying mines in Hormuz and claims ‘total control’ over the straitTrump claims US has total control over strait of Hormuz after Iran seizes two container shipsAnalysis: Trump may talk of regime infighting, but Iran seems united by strategy born of warThe Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hezbollah have accused each other of violating ceasefire agreements.This comes after the IDF said earlier that it had interce…
24 Apr 2026, 2:46 am
At first summit without Orbán, Zelenskyy rejects “symbolic” EU membership
Also in this newsletter: EU approves €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifts controversial veto.
24 Apr 2026, 2:42 am
Swiss Clinic Allows Healthy British Woman to End Life After Son's Death, Fueling Controversial Right-to-Die Debate
A 62-year-old retired teacher from Hampshire travelled to Switzerland to access assisted-dying services despite not having a terminal illness. Susan Vardon is reported to have ended her life at a clinic in Zurich in January 2026, citing 'unbearable psychological suffering' following the death of her only son two years earlier. Related Articles 25-Year-Old Gang Rape Victim Noelia Castillo Ramos' Videos Go Viral After Being Granted EuthanasiaNoelia Castillo Ramos' Las…
24 Apr 2026, 2:42 am
Donald Trump could punish Keir Starmer for Iran inaction by backing ARGENTINA over Falkland Islands
President Donald Trump could punish Sir Keir Starmer for his inaction over Iran by backing Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands.An email circulating within the Pentagon outlines potential US responses to what it sees as inadequate support from NATO allies in the Iran conflict, including suspending Spain from the alliance and reassessing its stance on the Falkland Islands.The memo expresses frustration over some allies’ reluctance to join the war or grant the…
24 Apr 2026, 2:38 am
David Wilcock's Family Confirms Suicide, But Final Warning of Missing Scientists and 'Not Suicidal' Post Sparks Cover-Up Fears
The family of paranormal YouTuber David Wilcock has confirmed he died by suicide on 20 April, hours after livestreaming a warning that US scientists were mysteriously vanishing. A 2022 post in which he wrote, 'I plan on LIVING. Not suicidal at all' has fuelled online cover-up claims his relatives now reject. Related Articles NASA Scientist James Moffatt, Wife And Sons Die In Plane Crash Three Days Before David Wilcock's Sudden DeathScientist Amy Eskridge's Death Rai…
24 Apr 2026, 2:38 am
Cristiano Ronaldo bans drink consumed by 80 per cent of the world's population to stay in shape at 41
Cristiano Ronaldo has completely eliminated milk from his diet because he considers it unnatural for human consumption, according to his former personal chef Giorgio Barone.The 41-year-old forward, who continues to defy age as he enters his fifth decade of professional football, is set to spearhead Portugal's campaign at this summer's World Cup.Barone, speaking to covers.com, disclosed that the veteran striker's refusal to consume dairy stems from his belief that hu…
24 Apr 2026, 2:37 am
'It's Been a Dream': Sara Cox to Take Over Radio 2 Breakfast Show After Scott Mills Sexual Abuse Allegations
The BBC has officially named Sara Cox as the new host of the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, confirming that she will take over the network's flagship morning programme following the termination of Scott Mills over sexual abuse allegations. Related Articles Sara Cox On Raising £9 Million For Children In Need Through 135-Mile Marathon: 'I've Never Known Pain Like It'Allegations Against Scott Mills: BBC Presenter Removed Amid Conduct InvestigationWhere Is Scott Mills Now? Ra…
24 Apr 2026, 2:36 am
Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English
William Ruto says Kenyans speak "some of the best English in the world" while it is hard to understand Nigerians.
24 Apr 2026, 2:31 am
Meta to Sack 8,000 Employees, Closing 6,000 Open Job Listings
Meta plans to layoff around 8,000 employees and close 6,000 open job listings, according to a company memo obtained by The Hollywood Reporter. The job cuts, which will affect around 10 per cent of its workforce, will be finalised next month.“Normally, we would want to nail down more details before communicating about this broadly, but since this has leaked, I want to share what I can right now,” wrote Meta chief people officer Janelle Gale to staff. “I know th…
24 Apr 2026, 2:30 am
Russian soldiers should be banned from Schengen ‘for life’, Estonian PM tells Euronews
Most of the Russian soldiers are "criminals" and should be kept out of the Schengen area for good, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal told Euronews. "Do you want these guys near your home? No, you don't."…
24 Apr 2026, 2:30 am
Martha Stewart Expands Her Empire With First-Ever Kitchen Appliance Line
The April 2026 product launch welcomes a new category to Stewart's namesake home and lifestyle brand.
24 Apr 2026, 2:29 am
20,000 teddy bears in Washington highlight abducted Ukrainian children
A sea of 20,000 teddy bears on the US National Mall highlights Ukrainian children abducted since 2021, urging action as the war’s toll on families grows.
24 Apr 2026, 2:27 am
Trump Faces Fury Over Dramatic Plea To Iran: Release Eight Women Facing Execution Or Face Consequences
President Donald Trump faces fury over his dramatic plea to Iran to release eight women facing execution or face consequences for upcoming negotiations. The US leader's public appeal on Truth Social has drawn sharp criticism from opponents and human rights groups, who question both its timing and its reliance on activist reports. Related Articles Trump Mocks Iran's Fallen Leaders With 'Praise Be to Allah' Sign-Off Amid Fragile Hormuz Ceasefire'Can't He Behave Like a…
24 Apr 2026, 2:26 am
Trump says he speaks 'for the UK more than Prince Harry'
The US president's comments come ahead of a state visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
24 Apr 2026, 2:20 am
Trump’s May 1 deadline: Can he continue war on Iran after that?
Trump is obliged under the War Powers Act to limit the conflict after 60 days with congressional approval.
24 Apr 2026, 2:18 am
Grandmother vows to chain herself to hedge after neighbour threatens to cut it down
A grandmother has vowed to chain herself to a hedge after her neighbour threatened to cut it down.Caroline Duddridge, a semi-retired teacher from Cardiff, said her neigbour was "determined" to cut down her hedge.She said the hedge is "full of nesting birds and hedgehogs" and brings her family "immense joy".Her neighbour, she claimed, has repeatedly threatened to cut down the fence, which has resulted in the two no longer talking to each other. TRENDING Stories Vide…
24 Apr 2026, 2:14 am
Australian farmers are battling another potential mouse plague – what is causing it?
Got a mouse in your house? That thought alone may terrify you. Now imagine if mice were scampering through your house, rummaging in your pantry or even running across your face at night. That sounds like the stuff of nightmares, but it’s what many Australians have experienced when living through a mouse plague. Mouse plagues can be economically and psychologically devastating, particularly for rural communities. This is because mice destroy crops, spread diseas…
24 Apr 2026, 2:13 am
Kofi Offeh Deported Scotland: Who Is 'Tribe Leader' King Athene and What Led to His Removal?
Who is Kofi Offeh, the self-styled African tribe leader, and why was he deported from the UK after being evicted from a disputed Scottish woodland camp where he called himself 'King Atehene'? Kofi Offeh Deportation: King Atehene Removed After Scotland Camp and Kubala Dispute Related Articles Algerian Faces Deportation After £37K Watch Theft as Questions Grow Over Why More Serious Offenders Remain in UKSmoking Ban in UK Could Create First Smoke-Free Generation—Wha…
24 Apr 2026, 2:13 am
Armenia marks 111th anniversary of Armenian genocide in Yerevan
Armenia marked the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on 23 and 24 April 2026 with marches and ceremonies in Yerevan, drawing thousands of participants.
24 Apr 2026, 2:12 am
Mike Vrabel Row Deepens as Dianna Russini Deletes Her X Account Following Hateful Backlash
A prominent NFL reporter has vanished from social media as the fallout from a viral coaching scandal intensifies. The sudden exit follows a series of public admissions and leaked images that have sent shockwaves through the New England Patriots organisation. With pressure mounting on both sides, the focus has now shifted from professional conduct to a deeply personal crisis. Related Articles Are Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini Dating? The Story Behind the Sedona Photos…
24 Apr 2026, 2:11 am
Iran war: What’s happening on day 56 after Trump extended ceasefire?
The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is extended by three weeks after White House talks with Israeli and Lebanese envoys.
24 Apr 2026, 2:10 am
Luke Littler sends fresh message to booing fans after Premier League win
Luke Littler insisted he must block out the hostile reception from crowds after securing another Premier League triumph.The 19-year-old world champion faced jeers throughout the evening on Merseyside but refused to let it affect his performance.Littler overcame Luke Humphries 6-2 in the last eight before narrowly battling past Michael van Gerwen.He then ruthlessly dispatched Jonny Clayton 6-1 in the final, though his rival continues to occupy the summit with a three…
24 Apr 2026, 2:05 am
The popular family run pie shop that has been part of town centre for almost a century
Their meat and bean pie is said to be ‘legendary’ and people come to visit the shop from as far as Australia…
24 Apr 2026, 2:02 am
Laphroaig & Willem Dafoe Unveil Limited Edition ‘Willem by Willem’ Scotch Whisky
Credit: Laphroaig Laphroaig and actor Willem Dafoe have released a new limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky called ‘Willem by Willem’, a 14-year-old Oloroso cask-finished expression bottled at 53.7% ABV. The whisky, priced at $156 (£139), is available via a pre-release ballot on Laphroaig.com until April 28, with a broader UK rollout beginning May 1. Dafoe selected the spirit alongside Laphroaig’s Senior Whisky Maker, Sarah Dowling. Rather than focusing…
24 Apr 2026, 2:01 am
Laphroaig x Willem Dafoe: 5 Things to Know About the New ‘Willem by Willem’ Release
Laphroaig and Willem Dafoe are back with a limited edition single malt Scotch whisky. All images courtesy of Suntory Global Spirits One is a man who disappears into every role he takes. The other is a whisky that makes absolutely no attempt to disappear at all. Somehow, Laphroaig and Willem Dafoe make perfect sense, and today they have taken their partnership to the next level. Following on from the launch of a collaborative marketing campaign in 2025, Laphroaig and…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
What is a ‘super El Niño’ and what might it mean for the global climate?
In this week’s newsletter: Experts are predicting a stronger version of the weather pattern this year, which could supercharge extreme events and see temperature rises breach 1.5C• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereScientists and officials are keeping a close eye on conditions brewing in the Pacific Ocean that could spike temperatures and smash global heat records in the year ahead.It’s still too early to get a definitive picture,…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
The Body Builders by Albertine Clarke review – a compelling debut of mental meltdown
A young woman’s dissociation from reality and her road to recovery are vividly rendered in this striking novel Meet Ada, the anguished young narrator of 26-year-old Albertine Clarke’s radically strange and engrossing debut novel. Adrift in London, Ada occupies herself by swimming in her apartment’s basement pool and generally hiding from the world until she finds herself on the verge of a tumultuous mental collapse. If you’re allergic to the kind of novel in…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
‘It’s not much but, at the same time, it’s very much’: the enduring impact of Sade’s style
The 1980s band are being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year – but why does singer Sade Adu’s pared-back look still resonate in 2026?Earlier this month it was announced that Sade, the British group fronted by Sade Adu that found fame in the 80s and 90s, would be inducted into the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. And although the music is indisputably worthy of such a distinction, if there were a similar accolade for style, Adu would have been…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
Widow’s Bay to Should I Marry a Murderer? The seven best shows to stream this week
Matthew Rhys stars in a genuinely creepy comedy horror from the maker of Parks & Rec. Plus, the woman who turned informant when her fiancé confessed that he’d killed a man Continue reading...
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
Sibelius: Violin Concerto, Lemminkäinen Suite album review – Ava Bahari is an enthralling storyteller
Bahari/Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra/Rouvali(Alpha)In this all-Sibelilus disc, violinist Ava Bahari’s account of the Violin Concerto has heft and exuberance, while Rouvali’s dramatic nous suits the drama of the Four Legends of Lemminkäinen Santtu-Matias Rouvali continues his Gothenburg SO Sibelius survey with this latest instalment pairing a bracing account of the Violin Concerto by Swedish violinist Ava Bahari with the proto-symphonic Lemminkäinen Suite.Baha…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
Perfect Padua and a Greek theatre in Sicily: readers’ favourite places in Italy
From cycling in the Cinque Terre to sipping espresso at a secret spot overlooking the Colosseum, here are some of your Italian highlights• Tell us about great beach bars and restaurants in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherWhen we visited Venice, we stayed in Padua. It’s half an hour to Venezia Mestre (Venice’s mainland suburb), trains are frequent and cheap, as long as you avoid expresses, and easy to book if you have the Trenitalia app. You…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
Homes for sale in England with smart storage – in pictures
From a country cottage with double-height bookshelves to a new-build flat in London with ‘period’ panelling hiding tech Continue reading...
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
New primary school proposed for tight-knit Kent town with 2028 opening date
The new school would open in September 2028 and would be one form entry, at least to start…
24 Apr 2026, 2:00 am
Why the UK and EU Keep Doubling Down on Net Zero Dogma in the Face of Spiralling Economic Dysfunction
The hangman's noose may concentrate minds wonderfully, but Net Zero ideologues in the UK and EU wear the noose as a fashion accessory as they double down in the face of spiralling economic dysfunction, says Dr Tilak Doshi. The post Why the UK and EU Keep Doubling Down on Net Zero Dogma in the Face of Spiralling Economic Dysfunction appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.
24 Apr 2026, 1:58 am
Staff at UK's largest Pride event allege bullying and misconduct under sacked CEO
Christopher Joell-Deshields was fired from Pride in London following an investigation into his conduct.
24 Apr 2026, 1:55 am
Europe Today: Charles Michel speaks to Euronews as EU leaders hold crisis talks in Cyprus
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
24 Apr 2026, 1:54 am
Two teens arrested in plot to attack Houston synagogue
Authorities in North Carolina and Texas have arrested two teenagers accused of conspiring to attack a Houston synagogue, according to police and court documents.
24 Apr 2026, 1:53 am
Philadelphia Museum of Art previews "Rocky" exhibit
Boxing legend, Joe Frazier's family spoke at exhibit preview…
24 Apr 2026, 1:52 am
How Exeter recovered from record loss, 12 months on
How Exeter recovered from their record loss at Gloucester a year ago, as they prepare to return to Kingsholm.
24 Apr 2026, 1:51 am
Secret Service Officer Makes Fortune Betting On Polymarket That Maduro Would Be Detained
A US Army special forces soldier has been charged with using classified information about the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to make more than $409,000 (£303,000) in profits on the online prediction market Polymarket. Master Sgt Gannon Ken Van Dyke, 38, an active-duty soldier stationed at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, allegedly used his involvement in the planning and execution of a US military operation to place winning bets on the platform. Relat…
24 Apr 2026, 1:48 am
Who will win title? The big prediction special
Will it be Manchester City or Arsenal for the Premier League title? BBC Sport gets pundits, reporters and fans to predict each of their remaining fixtures - and who will win the league.
24 Apr 2026, 1:44 am
How fake AI victims are being used to provide rationale for attacking Iran
In the battle of propaganda, fake videos and images of female victims of Iran's government are going viral.
24 Apr 2026, 1:42 am
First ever talks to ditch fossil fuels as UN deadlock deepens
Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change…
24 Apr 2026, 1:40 am
NDIS eligibility will be based on ‘functional capacity’, not diagnostic labels. But what does that mean?
Jessie Casson/GettyThis week the government unveiled plans to reduce the number of people in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) by 160,000 over the next four years, a decision NDIS Minister Mark Butler has called “hard” but “unavoidable and urgent”. This reduction will rely on tightening the eligibility criteria. A new assessment tool, likely based on an algorithm, will work out how much someone’s disability affects their daily life – kno…
24 Apr 2026, 1:30 am
‘You have to reflect the language to capture people’s souls’: Martina Laird on calypso, patois and the RSC
The former Casualty actor wrote Driftwood – a family drama set against the backdrop of Trinidadian independence – as a private act after reconnecting with her roots. It was like solving a crossword, she saysMore than two decades ago, the actor Martina Laird took a trip back to her past. As part of the ensemble on the TV drama Casualty, in which she played paramedic Comfort Jones, she was a household face with a rewarding job, yet she felt stuck in her life. “T…
24 Apr 2026, 1:24 am
Leonardo DiCaprio Responds to Nikki Glaser's Dating Joke With Unexpected Gift—Fans Left Questioning His Intentions
Leonardo DiCaprio has responded in an unusual way after being the subject of a viral Golden Globes joke by Nikki Glaser, sending the comedian three baskets of pasta following her widely discussed monologue. Related Articles Timothée Chalamet's Vulnerable 'Cuddle' Request to Kylie Jenner, Lip Reader RevealsJimmy Kimmel Targets Melania Trump In Epstein Joke—Audience Reaction Divided'Ozempic Oscars' Snack Box Sparks Outrage — Hollywood's $85 Treat Exposed as Minim…
24 Apr 2026, 1:24 am
Benny Blanco, Selena Gomez Divorce Rumours Explode as Fake IG Story Declares She's 'Single'
Claims circulating online suggesting that Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez have divorced have been dismissed as false, after a wave of social media speculation was traced back to a manipulated Instagram story. The rumours gained traction across TikTok and X, but have since been challenged by video commentary asserting that the content was digitally fabricated. Related Articles Benny Blanco Ex Lover Clips Resurface Online As Selena Gomez Divorce Rumours Spread RapidlyNe…
24 Apr 2026, 1:20 am
TV tonight: Graham Norton’s new reality show The Neighbourhood
Six households move to a new street where they battle it out. Plus: it’s time to crown the winner of I’m a Celebrity South Africa. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, ITV1It’s got a big-name host in Graham Norton, but in the early stages it’s hard to find the unique selling point of this new reality elimination contest. Six real households decamp to a village where they live at close quarters and gradually vote each other out. Everyone participating has…
24 Apr 2026, 1:19 am
Rising to the challenge: Hermès wants to make its men's watches as famous as its bags and silks
Hermès Executive Vice President Guillaume des Seynes wants more men to buy the brand's watches in the French firm's stores in order to emulate its enormous success with silks and leathers.
24 Apr 2026, 1:17 am
China’s DeepSeek unveils latest models a year after upending global tech
Chinese startup says DeepSeek-V4-Pro beats all rival open models for maths and coding.
24 Apr 2026, 1:17 am
D4vd Case Shocker: Prosecutors Claim 'Significant Amount' of Child Porn as Fans Ask If They're Personal Clips or From Dark Web
Prosecutors in Los Angeles have alleged in court that a 'significant amount' of child sexual abuse material was found on devices linked to singer D4vd, escalating public attention in an already serious criminal case that includes charges of first-degree murder and sexual abuse of a minor. Related Articles D4vd Update: Musician Held in Strict Isolation as Prosecutors Reveal 'Career-Saving' Motive in Teen Murder CaseD4vd'S Murder Case Sparks Calls to Investigate Frien…
24 Apr 2026, 1:12 am
Ryanair passengers storm tarmac to stop plane taking off after French border control farce
Ryanair passengers were forced to storm the tarmac to block a plane from taking off after chaos at French border control.More than 80 people rushed onto the runway at Marseille-Provence Airport on Saturday night after lengthy delays left them stranded while their aircraft prepared to leave.Chaotic scenes ensued when travellers bound for Marrakesh found themselves unable to reach their gate in time for Ryanair flight FR2640.The service had been scheduled to leave at…
24 Apr 2026, 1:08 am
Locals demand hulking 38-foot 'totem pole' statue is removed from Cornish town square
A Cornish town has overwhelmingly called for Britain's largest ceramic artwork to be removed from its town square. A recent survey of St Austell locals revealed an emphatic 90 per cent want it taken away.The £80,000 "Earth Goddess" installation has drawn the ire of locals since its unveiling in 2022.Artist Sandy Brown created the 38-foot structure as part of a regeneration initiative celebrating the region's historic links to China clay production.The St Austell To…
24 Apr 2026, 1:06 am
Season has been big learning experience - Trafford
Goalkeeper James Trafford says this season has been a "big learning experience" and his move to Manchester City "hasn't been the best possible outcome".
24 Apr 2026, 1:05 am
Mysterious 'Golden Orb' Identified as Part of the Base of a Giant Sea Anemone—But the Missing Creature Deepens the Mystery
A small golden structure recovered from the deep North Pacific has been identified after several years of analysis, resolving its biological origin while leaving key questions about its formation and ecological role unanswered. Related Articles Is the Giant Phantom Jellyfish Dangerous? Rare Sightings Put Facts and Size Compared to Humans in FocusAre Space Shuttle Splashdowns Dangerous For Marine Life? New Findings Raise QuestionsAvi Loeb Raises Big Question: Did We…
24 Apr 2026, 1:03 am
Iranian Footage Of IRGC Boarding Ships In Strait Of Hormuz Appears To Be Staged, Says BBC Verify
Iranian footage of IRGC boarding ships in the Strait of Hormuz appears to have been partly staged, analysis has suggested. The video, released by Iranian state media on Wednesday, shows masked commandos from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps speeding towards two cargo ships in small boats before climbing ladders to board them. Related Articles Ceasefire Over? Iran Targets American Military Ship With Drones After Trump Says US Seized Iranian Cargo ShipUS Navy Fir…
24 Apr 2026, 1:02 am
Paris animal hospital offers ‘a second chance’ to swans, fox cubs and hedgehogs injured by humans
Over the past year, the Maisons-Alfort Wildlife Veterinary Hospital has cared for more than 10,400 wild animals.
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
Average of 47 women and girls killed daily between 2023-2025 during Israel's war in Gaza, UN says
From becoming the head of a household and facing challenges linked to housing and land rights, to restricted access to essential healthcare and reproductive services, how are women disproportionately affected by war?
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
Latest news bulletin | April 24th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
‘This election is all to play for’: Can the Scottish Labour leader defy political gravity in May?
Anas Sarwar speaks to the Guardian about why he thinks the polls are wrong and how he hopes to end the SNP’s near 20-year dominance at HolyroodAnas Sarwar says he is certain he can pull off one of the greatest escape acts of modern British politics. It is 14 days until the Holyrood election, and the polls consistently show Scottish Labour is in a battle simply to come second, never mind win.Those polls are wrong, Sarwar says, and in two weeks plans to prove it. Cl…
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
Revealed: UK oil refinery owner moved Russian loans to offshore subsidiary where sanctions did not apply
MPs call for investigation into Essar Energy, owner of Stanlow refinery, which shifted loans from ‘Putin’s piggy bank’ VTB to MauritiusDays after the first wave of Russian tanks surged over the border into Ukraine in March 2022, dockers at a port in northern England took a stand.Appalled by Vladimir Putin’s brutality, workers at Ellesmere Port in Cheshire vowed never to unload any Russian oil destined for the nearby Stanlow refinery, a major hub for UK fuel…
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
‘Not democratic’: opponents and backers of assisted dying bill remain divided
Recriminations continue over failure to bring in new laws allowing assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and WalesAmid the failure of an attempt to bring in new laws allowing assisted dying for terminally ill people with less than six months to live, campaigners on both sides of the debate vented their anger and frustration with the opposing side.Its supporters, including terminally ill people, blamed the failure of the terminally ill adults (end of li…
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
‘It’s Andy or bust’: MPs could keep Starmer in place to give Burnham time to return
Labour MPs are reportedly urging colleagues to demand Burnham’s return in order to position him as Starmer’s eventual successorIf Keir Starmer is looking for a saviour to keep him in No 10 after the May elections and the scandal of the Mandelson saga, there is an unlikely figure in the north-west who might help him – temporarily.It has been the week where the prime minister seemed at his most isolated. But Labour MPs told the Guardian they were urging colleagu…
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
‘I’ll keep doing it as long as I can’: Harry Newton, London Marathon’s oldest runner at 88
Retired grocer from Macclesfield is proof that running is not just a young person’s game after only starting his journey at the age of 57At a time when running has never been more popular with generation Z, one man is proving that it is not just a young person’s game. The oldest athlete in this Sunday’s London Marathon is 88-year-old Harry Newton – whose remarkable running journey only started by chance when he was 57.Since then Newton, a retired grocer from…
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
One in 10 operations in England cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice
Nearly 40% of cancellations could be avoided, researchers sayAbout one in 10 operations in England are cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice or postponed, according to research..A study of elective surgery at 91 English NHS trusts found that 10% of operations were cancelled the day before the planned surgery date; while 9% were postponed when patients had their pre-op appointment. Continue reading...
24 Apr 2026, 1:00 am
Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for orange, grapefruit and bay jelly | The sweet spot
You’re never too old for a jelly, especially if it has the rather grownup tang of grapefruit and the earthy notes of bay leafYou’re never too old for jelly, and I think we should all be eating more of it. Unmoulding a jelly and immediately giving it a good wobble is by far the best bit, and makes me giggle every time. Infusing the mixture with fresh bay leaves brings a grownup feel and gentle, earthy notes. While jelly and ice-cream is a classic combination, I l…