US military says it will blockade Iran's ports as ship traffic appears to halt in Strait of Hormuz
U_S_ Central Command says it will begin a blockade of all Iranian ports at 10 a_m_ EDT Monday, or 5:30 p_m_ in Iran, to be “enforced impartially against vessels of all nations.”
The Independent UK 7 min read
Albanese calls on US and Iran to resume peace negotiations and reopen strait of Hormuz
Australian prime minister says it’s ‘disappointing’ that there was no resolution on freedom of movement during weekend’s talks
The Guardian - AU 4 min read
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Supercomputer Predicts Premier League Table After Man City Capitalize on Arsenal’s Implosion
Pep Guardiola’s men are putting the pressure on Arsenal—and the Gunners are cracking.
Sports Illustrated 6 min read
Trump news at a glance: president renews threat to Iranian power plants and bridges after talks fail
Donald Trump has said the US will begin blockading the strait of Hormuz in an attempt to take control of the strategic waterway. Key US politics stories from Sunday 12 April at a glance
The Guardian - US 5 min read
European-style insurance model will not fix NHS problems, new report says
The idea that switching to a European-style insurance model would improve NHS performance has been dismissed by a new report
The Independent UK 5 min read
Eric Swalwell quits California governor race after sexual assault allegations
Democratic congressman, running to replace Gavin Newsom, has faced multiple accusations
The Guardian - US 6 min read
'I would hate to do it': Donald Trump weighs limited Iran strikes after negotiation talks collapse
President Trump is considering limited military strikes and a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran talks collapsed over its nuclear program. While a full bombing campaign is less likely, a temporary blockade is being weighed. Trump indicated a willingness for diplomacy but also threatened Iran's infrastructure.
The Times of India 4 min read
“The People You Hoped To Be Babysitters?”: Woman’s Complaint About Friend Support After Birth Backfires
Many women experience postpartum loneliness, a period after giving birth when they may feel a profound sense of isolation. Some of them may express their sadness online, as this woman did. In her TikTok video, she made an indirect jab at her female friends, implying their supposed lack of support…
Bored Panda 3 min read
Trump Tells UFC Star 'You Look So Good' — While Iran Peace Talks Implode in Pakistan
President Trump attended a UFC event in Miami, drawing attention away from critical nuclear negotiations with Iran. The contrast highlights global security concerns.
International Business Times UK 5 min read
Algorithms don’t care: how AI worsens the double burden for Indonesia’s female gig workers
Artificial intelligence is often celebrated as the future of work. It is efficient, innovative and neutral. Yet, for many women in Indonesia’s gig economy, AI feels like a source of mounting pressure.
The Conversation 7 min read