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April 23, 2026

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Trump, Tehran agree to two-week ceasefire

Trump’s two-week ceasefire ‘a great relief’ for the world: int’l criminal law expert Trump announces two-week ceasefire subject to Strait of Hormuz re-opening CTV National News: Tensions peak as Iran faces deadline amid urgent diplomatic push ‘A whole civilization will die tonight’: Trump issues blunt warning to Iran Trump’s latest threats show ‘the U.S. is no longer concerned of the laws of armed conflict’: Clancy Is Trump’s threat against Iran credible, or another case of ‘Trump being Trump?’ Source link

April 23, 2026

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Survivors of Epstein’s abuse accuse Melania Trump of ‘shifting burden’ on to victims | Melania Trump

More than a dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have accused Melania Trump of “shifting the burden” on to them after she called on Congress to hold public hearings with victims of Epstein’s abuse. “Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein have already shown extraordinary courage by coming forward, filing reports, and giving testimony,” said a group of 13 people and the brother and sister of the late Virginia Giuffre, who was one of the most vocal Epstein accusers, in a statement. “Asking more of them now is a deflection of responsibility not justice.” Their response came after the first lady delivered a

April 23, 2026

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How to see the Hollywood Sign up close (without breaking rules)

April 23, 2026, 3:01 a.m. ET Perched above Los Angeles like a promise, the Hollywood Sign has long stood as shorthand for ambition, illusion and the strange alchemy of fame. What began in 1923 as a temporary billboard for a housing development has since transformed into one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, drawing dreamers, tourists and hikers alike into its orbit. But seeing it up close isn’t quite what the movies make it seem. There are no casual strolls up to the letters. Instead, the real magic lies in the journey–winding trails, sweeping views and small, sun-soaked

April 23, 2026

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Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue

Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gave a rundown Wednesday of the food — and the copious amounts of caffeine — that U.S. military personnel consumed during the Iran war. “Along the way, we consumed more than 6 million meals, and by my estimate, more than 950,000 gallons of coffee, 2 million energy drinks, and a lot of nicotine,” he said, adding: “But I am not saying that we have a problem.” On a more serious note, Caine expressed his gratitude for the service and sacrifice made by U.S. forces during Operation Epic Fury.  “This is

April 23, 2026

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Fans rush to melt Drake’s ice sculpture with fire, hammers. See video

April 21, 2026, 4:42 p.m. ET When it comes to fire and ice, Drake fans are not afraid of either. On April 20, the Canadian rapper shared on social media a photo of a massive ice sculpture he placed in downtown Toronto. “Gonna pull up with an excavator and truck load of salt,” one fan commented. Another wrote, “Otw (on the way) with a blow dryer!” Drake noted that the release date for his upcoming highly anticipated project, “Iceman,” is hidden inside the sculpture and dropped an address on his Instagram story. The announcement drew a crowd of fans who

April 23, 2026

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Oil prices rise and US stocks give back a bit of their record-breaking rally | National News

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices climbed Monday following the latest rise of tensions between the United States and Iran, but the moves were more modest than they were earlier in the war. U.S. stocks, meanwhile, gave back a bit of their record-breaking rally. The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% from its all-time high for just its second drop in 14 days after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel that it said had tried to evade its blockade of Iranian ports. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 4 points, or less than 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.3%.

April 22, 2026

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Bitcoin Eyes $80K as Trump Says US-Iran Peace Talks Could Resume on Friday

Bitcoin surges further to above $79,000 on Wednesday, climbing to reclaim $80K, on hopes of US-Iran peace talks. President Donald Trump’s latest comments on US-Iran peace talks could start soon fueled optimism among investors, boosting risk assets such as crypto assets and stocks. President Trump Signals US-Iran Peace Talks Could Happen This Week Trump indicated that US-Iran peace talks could resume as soon as Friday, the New York Post reported on April 22. This follows his decision to extend the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely. While Iran is showing reluctance and recent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz are adding uncertainty,

April 22, 2026

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The war on Iran: Breaking down the words you’re hearing | US-Israel war on Iran

NewsFeed The terminology of the US-Israel war on Iran is drawn from a range of linguistic origins. From “Epic Fury” to “Kafir” and “Hormuz”, there are stories behind what these words mean and where they come from. Al Jazeera’s Alma Milisic and Basel Ghazoghli break down some of the terms. Published On 22 Apr 202622 Apr 2026 Click here to share on social media share-nodes Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo Source link

April 22, 2026

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King Charles III: King Charles is coming to America, and his garden party is breaking a very royal rule

King Charles III’s upcoming visit to the United States is already drawing attention, but not just for diplomacy. A surprising twist in a centuries-old royal tradition has become the real talking point. This time, the iconic garden party comes with an unexpected instruction. The small but striking change has turned heads even before the event begins. And it’s adding a fresh layer of intrigue to an already historic visit. As preparations build for the late April visit, one small line in an invitation has sparked curiosity. It signals a subtle but notable shift in royal etiquette, one that guests won’t

April 22, 2026

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War breaking news. Trump, talks with Iran possible as early as Friday. Lebanon, another French blue helmet dead

The Trump administration suspended dollar shipments to Iraq and froze security cooperation programmes with its armed forces, increasing pressure on Baghdad to dismantle powerful Iranian-backed militias, Iraqi and US officials said. A cargo plane carrying nearly $500 million in US banknotes, the proceeds of Iraqi oil sales from the accounts of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, was recently blocked by Treasury Department officials because of US concerns about militias, officials said. It was the second scheduled sending of dollars to the Iraqi Central Bank delayed by the US since the start of the Iran war in late February,