S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit all-time closing records on Apple-led tech rally
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite hit new all-time closing records on May 1, 2026, fueled by a tech rally led by Apple. While corporate earnings … Read more
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Former FBI director charged with threatening President Trump on Instagram
A former FBI director faces federal charges over an Instagram post allegedly threatening President Trump, with the sole legal expert cited in the only verified report … Read more
White House Correspondents’ Dinner security breach triggers Trump evacuation
A near-assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner became, within hours, a viral moment centered on Cheryl Hines’ startled expression. The contrast between a serious … Read more
U.S. rejects Iran peace plan over nuclear program and Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s latest peace proposal—submitted April 18—has been dismissed by the U.S. as insufficient, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio drawing a hard line on two issues: … Read more
Orlando Magic push 60-win Detroit Pistons toward playoff elimination
The Detroit Pistons entered the 2026 NBA playoffs as the East’s top seed, fresh off a franchise-record 60-win season. Three games later, they face elimination—not by … Read more
DeSantis map expands GOP House seats sparking legal Fair Districts fight
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed a congressional map that would expand the state’s Republican House delegation, potentially shifting the balance from the current 20-8 split … Read more
Elon Musk OpenAI lawsuit seats jury in Oakland federal court
A nine-person jury was seated Monday in Oakland federal court for Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, following remarks from prospective jurors … Read more
China blocks Meta acquisition of AI startup Manus
China’s National Development and Reform Commission has blocked Meta’s acquisition of AI startup Manus, a deal valued in the billions that was nearly finalized with teams … Read more
Guardians promote Travis Bazzana to second base
The Guardians called up Travis Bazzana without waiting for him to dominate Triple-A. The move came after the team’s infield faced challenges, and Bazzana, the No. … Read more
China blocks Meta’s acquisition of AI startup Manus AI
China has reversed Meta’s acquisition of Manus AI, a Singapore-based AI startup with deep Chinese roots, reflecting Beijing’s intervention to restrict the transfer of advanced AI … Read more
Microsoft OpenAI deal drops AGI clause sets revenue cap through 2030
Microsoft and OpenAI have restructured their partnership, introducing a revenue cap, removing a provision tied to artificial general intelligence, and allowing OpenAI to offer its models … Read more
King Charles III reinforces U.S. ties despite disagreements over Iran
King Charles III’s state visit to the U.S. arrives at a moment of heightened scrutiny for the transatlantic alliance, particularly regarding differing approaches to Iran. Following … Read more