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Wednesday, April 29

King Charles at the podium in Congress.
PoliticsApril 29, 2026

King Charles III visits Congress amid strained US-UK relations

King Charles III delivered a speech to Congress aimed at reinforcing the Anglo-American alliance, though his remarks were met with varying interpretations by American political factions.

A group of fighters in camouglage stand around a pick-up truck on a dusty road. One man in near silhouette - standing on the vehicle - is holding an automatic rifle up. On the left of the picture is the brown and yellow legs of a sculpture.
Foreign PolicyApril 29, 2026

Mali's Military Junta Faces Existential Crisis After Coordinated Terrorist Offensive

Mali’s military leadership is scrambling to maintain control after a devastating assault by separatist rebels and al-Qaeda-linked militants shattered the nation's fragile security status quo.

Women react during the funeral of the victims following a reported strike on a school, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Minab, Iran, March 3, 2026.
Foreign PolicyApril 29, 2026

Pentagon faces heat over silence on Iran strike investigation

Former defense officials are criticizing the Pentagon for its lack of transparency regarding a strike in Minab, Iran, that allegedly involved American forces.

Kim Jong Un speaks during the opening ceremony of a memorial for North Korean troops killed while fighting for Russia in the war against Ukraine
Foreign PolicyApril 29, 2026

Kim Jong Un Glorifies Suicide as 'Heroism' for North Korean Troops in Russia

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has officially praised soldiers who committed suicide on the battlefield in Ukraine as 'heroes,' confirming that troops are under strict orders to kill themselves rather than be taken prisoner.

Tuesday, April 28

BBC correspondent Suranjana Tewari standing in front of pink and red cars at Beijing's Auto Show
Foreign PolicyApril 28, 2026

China Exploits Global Energy Instability to Push EV Dominance

Beijing is leveraging global energy market volatility caused by the Iran conflict to accelerate its push for electric vehicle hegemony.

Robot seen carrying elderly woman in Ukraine
Foreign PolicyApril 28, 2026

Ukrainian Military Deploys Robotic Innovation to Save Civilian Life

Ukrainian forces successfully utilized a ground drone to rescue an elderly woman trapped in a war-torn village, showcasing the tactical advantage of modern technology in the face of ongoing aggression.

James Comey speaks onstage during Former FBI Director James Comey In Conversation With MSNBC's Nicolle Wallace at 92NY on 30 May 2023 in New York City.
PoliticsApril 28, 2026

James Comey Indicted Again as DOJ Pursues Accountability

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted for a second time by the Department of Justice, this time regarding a social media post featuring seashells that critics interpreted as a violent threat against President Trump.

File photo showing the Israeli city of Haifa and its port (15 June 2025)
Foreign PolicyApril 28, 2026

Israel Rejects Ukraine's 'Twitter Diplomacy' Over Alleged Grain Shipments

The Israeli government is pushing back against public accusations from Kyiv regarding alleged shipments of Russian-seized grain, insisting that diplomatic relations be conducted through formal evidence-based channels rather than social medi

The 465ft superyacht Nord - linked to the sanctioned Russian oligarch Alexey Mordashov - is seen docked in Hong Kong in this archive photo.
PoliticsApril 28, 2026

Russian Oligarch's Superyacht Slips Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Iranian Blockade

A luxury yacht tied to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov completed a transit through the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the ongoing volatility in a region where Iran is actively disrupting global shipping.

A photo appearing to show the suspected gunman on the floor of the Washington Hilton hotel
PoliticsApril 28, 2026

Would-Be Assassin Targeted Trump Administration in Brazen Attack

A 31-year-old California man faces federal charges after allegedly storming a security checkpoint and firing a shotgun in a targeted attempt to assassinate President Donald Trump and his cabinet.

Monday, April 27

An employee works in the Northern Graphite mine plant in Lac-des-Îles, Quebec
PoliticsApril 27, 2026

Carney’s 'Sovereign Debt Fund' Is a Reckless Gamble with Taxpayer Money

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced the creation of the 'Canada Strong Fund,' a government-run investment vehicle that critics warn is built on deficit spending rather than actual national surplus.