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Published 2 hours ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Pope Leo XIV Urges Peace Amid Global Indifference to Violence

During his first Easter mass, Pope Leo XIV called on global leaders to prioritize peace and expressed concern over a growing indifference to violence in the world.

Published 11 hours ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

U.S. Rescues Downed Air Force Officer in Iran

The U.S. military successfully rescued an Air Force officer who was downed in Iran after his F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down, following a tense two-day operation.

Published 13 hours ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

UConn Advances to National Title Game

The University of Connecticut (UConn) men's basketball team has advanced to its third national title game in four seasons after defeating Illinois in the Final Four.

Yesterday

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Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Stadium Crush in Peru Results in Fatalities and Injuries

A tragic incident at a soccer event in Lima, Peru, has resulted in one death and numerous injuries as fans gathered for a rally at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium.

Published 1 day ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison

Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison 52 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMichael Sheils McNameeGetty ImagesUS President Donald Trump is seeking $152m (£115m) to reopen the infamous Alcatraz prison as part of his proposed budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Budget proposal released on Friday outlines president’s desire to revive former federal prison in San Francisco BayDonald Trump is asking for $152m to restore Alcatraz, a former federal prison off the coast of San Francisco, according to a budget proposal released on Friday for the 2027 fiscal year.Last May, Trump first called upon the Department of Justice, the FBI and Homeland Security to rebuild the prison.

Published 1 day ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

Democratic States Sue to Block Mail-in Ballot Restrictions

A coalition of Democrat-led states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge new restrictions on mail-in ballots.

Published 1 day ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

U.S. Crew Member Rescued After Iran Downs Jet

Also, job growth rebounded in March. US special forces have reportedly rescued one crew member after Iran claimed to have shot down an American aircraft.

Fri, Apr 3

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Published 1 day ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Charges Filed in Arson Attack on Jewish Charity Ambulances

Three individuals have been charged in connection with an arson attack that targeted ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity in London.

Published 2 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Justice Alito Hospitalized After Illness

Supreme Court justices are not required to release information about their health, and the disclosure practices of individual justices have varied. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was treated at a hospital last month after leaving early from a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia, sources told ABC News.

Published 2 days ago • BBC News - Middle East • via bbc.com

US Fighter Jet Incident Over Iran

Crew member rescued after US fighter jet downed over Iran, US media reports16 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleCachella SmithVideo appears to show a US plane and helicopters over southern IranA search operation has rescued one crew member after a US fighter jet was shot down over western Iran, US and Israeli media reports, citing unnamed officials.Reports a US F-15E jet had been downed were first published by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-affiliated Tasnim news agency. One crew member of a US fighter jet downed over Iran has been rescued and an operation to find another is still underway, according to US and Israeli media.

Published 2 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

U.S. Fighter Jet Reportedly Shot Down Over Iran

An American fighter jet has reportedly been shot down by Iran, prompting a search and rescue operation for the crew, according to U.S. officials.

Published 2 days ago • Le Monde - International • via lemonde.fr

Demande de budget de défense par Donald Trump

Donald Trump a demandé au Congrès des États-Unis un budget de défense de 1 500 milliards de dollars pour 2027, marquant une augmentation significative par rapport aux dépenses actuelles.

Published 2 days ago • Le Monde - International • via lemonde.fr

Normalisation des relations entre le Venezuela et les États-Unis

Les relations entre le Venezuela et les États-Unis se normalisent après l'enlèvement de Nicolas Maduro, avec la levée des sanctions contre la présidente par intérim, Delcy Rodriguez.

A aljazeera.com

Published 2 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Dismissal of Army Chief Sparks Controversy

The recent dismissal of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George has ignited significant backlash among senior Army officers, marking a contentious moment in U.S. military leadership.

Published 2 days ago • France24 English - Top • via france24.com

Artemis II Astronauts Begin Lunar Flyby Mission

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have ignited their engines and are en route for a lunar flyby, marking a significant milestone in human space exploration.

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Published 2 days ago • Euronews (FR) - News • via fr.euronews.com

Changement à la tête de l'armée de terre américaine

Le secrétaire américain à la Guerre, Pete Hegseth, a demandé la retraite immédiate du général Randy George, chef d'état-major de l'armée de terre.

Published 2 days ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

Trump's Approach to the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has made conflicting statements regarding the U.S. strategy in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions with Iran.

T theguardian.com

Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

New Policy Allows Troops to Carry Personal Firearms on Military Bases

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has signed a memo permitting military service members to request permission to carry personal firearms on military installations, aiming to enhance self-defense capabilities.

Thu, Apr 2

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A aljazeera.com

Published 2 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Resentencing Ordered for Former Colorado Clerk in Election Scheme

A Colorado appeals court has ordered the resentencing of Tina Peters, a former county clerk convicted of election interference, overturning her previous nine-year prison sentence while upholding her conviction.

Published 2 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

Calls for Army Chief of Staff to Resign

General Randy George, the U.S. Army's Chief of Staff, is facing calls for his resignation from media personality Pete Hegseth.

A aljazeera.com

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Approval of Trump's White House Ballroom Plans Amid Legal Challenges

The National Capital Planning Commission has approved President Trump's proposal for a new ballroom at the White House, despite ongoing legal disputes and public backlash.

T theguardian.com

Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

OpenAI Acquires TBPN to Shape AI Narrative

OpenAI has acquired the technology-focused talk show TBPN as part of its strategy to engage the public in discussions about artificial intelligence.

A aljazeera.com

Published 2 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Russia to Send Second Oil Shipment to Cuba Amid U.S. Blockade

Russia is preparing to send a second oil tanker to Cuba as the island nation faces an energy crisis exacerbated by a U.S. blockade.

Published 2 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

Judge Dismisses Most Claims in Blake Lively's Harassment Suit Against Justin Baldoni

A federal judge has dismissed the majority of claims in Blake Lively's sexual harassment lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, allowing only a few to proceed to trial.

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