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The United States is engaged in a war with Iran that has reached a 60-day deadline requiring congressional approval under the War Powers Act, with a ceasefire currently in place since early April. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has testified before Congress for two days, with the Trump administration arguing the war has been 'terminated' due to the ceasefire. Iran has imposed an internet shutdown affecting its 90 million citizens, while the conflict has led to rising gas prices in the US due to a Strait of Hormuz blockade.

The Trump administration claims that the war in Iran has been "terminated" due to an ongoing ceasefire that began in early April, as the 60-day War Powers Act deadline arrives. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argues that the ceasefire "pauses" the clock on the deadline that would otherwise require congressional approval for continued military action. Republican lawmakers say they will continue to defer to President Trump during the fragile ceasefire period.

The 60-day War Powers Act deadline for the US-Iran conflict has arrived, requiring Congress to declare war or authorize force, or for military action to end. The Trump administration argues the war has been 'terminated' due to an ongoing ceasefire that began in early April, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claiming this ceasefire 'pauses' the 60-day deadline clock. Iran has reportedly presented a new peace proposal to the US, while warning of retaliation if military attacks resume.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee for a second consecutive day of congressional hearings. Democratic lawmakers questioned and confronted Hegseth regarding the Iran war during the proceedings. Hegseth rejected senators' accusations related to how the Iran war was initiated.

A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton hotel on Saturday night, which President Donald Trump and administration officials attended. The suspect, Cole Allen, faces federal charges including attempting to assassinate the president and is appearing at a detention hearing. Prosecutors have released new video evidence showing moments before the shooting incident.

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President Donald Trump announced he will increase tariffs on European Union automobiles to 25%, up from the current 15% level established under a deal negotiated in July. Trump stated the tariff increase is due to the EU not complying with their agreed trade deal. The tariff increase is set to take effect next week.

President Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve, with Warsh stating he wants to bring "regime change" to the central bank. Trump withdrew the nomination of Casey Means for surgeon general after her confirmation stalled in the Senate over questions about her experience and vaccine positions. Trump has now nominated Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for the surgeon general position instead.

A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents' Dinner held at the Washington Hilton hotel on Saturday night, with President Donald Trump and administration officials in attendance. A federal judge privately criticized prosecutors for grandstanding during a detention hearing for the suspected gunman, according to court transcripts. Prosecutors have released new video evidence showing moments before the shooting incident.

The Trump administration is adjusting its immigration enforcement strategy after initial mass deportation operations faced public criticism. DACA renewal processing times have increased significantly over the past year, causing delays for recipients seeking to maintain their protected status. Various state and religious leaders are responding to federal immigration policy changes through different channels.

The Supreme Court issued a redistricting ruling that has prompted different responses from Republican-led states. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced the state will not redraw its congressional map before the current midterm elections, citing that voting is already underway. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry indicated the state plans to delay House primaries after the court barred use of the current congressional map.

A knife attack occurred in Golders Green on Wednesday. Following this incident, the UK terrorism threat level has been raised to severe, which is the second-highest level. The threat level was previously raised to this level in November 2021 after an attempted bombing and the murder of an MP.

A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton hotel on Saturday night, which President Trump attended. The suspect, identified as Cole Allen, faces federal charges including attempting to assassinate the president and is being held for a detention hearing. New CCTV footage has been released showing the moments before and during the incident, including security response.

Water shortages continue in Gaza more than six months after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas ended hostilities. Nearly 90% of Gaza's water infrastructure was destroyed during the war, including desalination plants and sewage treatment facilities. Palestinians and humanitarian groups report that the water crisis remains unresolved despite the end of active fighting.

The Pentagon has signed agreements with major AI companies including Microsoft, Amazon, and Google to work on classified systems. The deals involve seven AI companies total and represent the latest integration of artificial intelligence into military operations. These agreements come amid ongoing disputes and concerns over AI safeguards and military applications.

Federal prosecutors have released video footage showing an armed man attempting to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The CCTV footage shows the suspect running past security while an officer draws a firearm and opens fire. Authorities say the man intended to attack President Donald Trump at the event.

Brent crude futures reached $126.41 on Thursday, representing a 5 percent increase for the week. The Iranian Merchant Mariners Syndicate reports that more than 40 Iranian seafarers have been killed during ongoing conflicts. Israeli attacks on Lebanon have resulted in at least 2,586 deaths and more than 8,000 wounded since March 2, according to local media reports.

Multiple violent incidents occurred across different locations, including a tornado that destroyed a wedding venue in Springtown, Texas, a gas explosion at a Queens home that injured responding police officers, and a stabbing at Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington that left at least 5 people injured. In Australia, riots erupted in Alice Springs following the murder of five-year-old Aboriginal girl Kumanjayi Little Baby, with the alleged perpetrator being arrested and reportedly beaten unconscious. Australian authorities and Aboriginal leaders have called for calm in response to the civil unrest.

The average national price of a gallon of regular gasoline in the United States reached $4.30 on Thursday, marking a 4-year high. Prices jumped by nearly 30 cents in one week. The price surge is occurring amid tensions with Iran and a Strait of Hormuz blockade.

A 45-year-old man named Essa Suleiman has been charged with attempted murder following the stabbing of two Jewish men, Shloime Rand (34) and Moshe Shine (76), in north London. The incident is part of a series of attacks targeting Jewish premises and community members in the area. Separately, Abdullah Albadri, described as a small boat migrant, was found guilty of a knife attack at the Israeli embassy in London after attempting to climb over the embassy railings in April of the previous year.

A 45-year-old man named Essa Suleiman has been charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men, aged 34 and 76, were stabbed in London. Police have classified the incident as terrorism-related. The attacks occurred in north London, an area with a large Jewish population.

Workers across multiple continents participated in May Day demonstrations on May 1st. The protests addressed traditional labor concerns including rising energy costs and workers' economic struggles. Many of the demonstrations expanded beyond workplace issues to include political themes.

King Charles III completed a four-day visit to the United States that included a historic address to a joint session of Congress. During the visit, the King and Queen Camilla made appearances at various locations including Arlington National Cemetery. The visit marked a significant diplomatic engagement between Britain and the United States.

Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis is set to sign new congressional district maps that could help Republicans gain up to four House seats. Louisiana's GOP Governor Jeff Landry suspended the state's May congressional primaries following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on redistricting. Both states are dealing with redrawn congressional maps that affect the timing and outcomes of upcoming House races.

Congress approved a short-term extension of a U.S. surveillance program while continuing to work toward a long-term agreement. The House had previously approved a three-year extension with slight reforms on Wednesday. The extension comes as lawmakers continue to debate the program's future.

Louisiana's congressional primaries scheduled for May have been suspended following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The Supreme Court struck down a majority Black congressional district on Wednesday. State officials announced the primaries will not proceed as originally scheduled.

Elon Musk has a Tesla compensation package valued at $158 billion. The package requires Musk to meet various ambitious milestones at Tesla to receive the compensation. As of the current reporting, Musk has not yet met these required milestones.

Iran has implemented one of the world's longest national internet shutdowns, cutting off its 90 million citizens from global internet access for most of 2026. The shutdown is significantly impacting Iran's online economy, which had previously managed to operate despite government restrictions and international sanctions. This represents an unprecedented scale and duration for a national internet blackout.

President Donald Trump confirmed his administration is considering a taxpayer-funded bailout of Spirit Airlines. Trump stated the administration is evaluating a potential deal but emphasized it would only proceed if terms are favorable. Spirit Airlines has received what is being described as a bailout proposal from the U.S. government as the carrier faces financial difficulties.

Gas prices in the US have reached their highest levels in four years, with the average national price of regular gasoline hitting $4.30 per gallon on Thursday. Oil prices have also risen significantly, with Brent crude futures reaching $126.41 on Thursday, representing a 5 percent increase for the week. The UK's competition watchdog has reported finding no evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, stating that profit margins remained broadly unchanged between February and March.

The British government has declared antisemitism in the UK an emergency following the stabbing of two Jewish men. The government announced plans to spend millions on increasing security around Jewish sites. Security services raised the UK's official terror threat level from substantial to severe after the stabbing incident.

A stabbing incident occurred at Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington state, resulting in five people being injured. Police have taken a suspect into custody in connection with the incident. The event took place at the high school campus, according to local authorities.

Maine Governor Janet Mills has withdrawn from the 2026 Senate race, ending her campaign to challenge incumbent Susan Collins. Mills' exit from the race came despite her track record of opposing Trump and her popularity as governor. Her withdrawal sets up a different Democratic challenger, likely Platner, to face Collins in what was considered a key Senate contest.

Former UK Prime Minister John Major warned against the country frequently changing prime ministers. Major told the BBC that political leaders are failing to tackle long-term problems. He expressed concern that political leaders are letting young people down through this approach.

US President Trump announced he would lift certain whisky tariffs following a visit from the King. The restrictions being lifted relate to Scotland's ability to work with Kentucky on whisky and bourbon matters. The announcement came after the royal visit concluded.

James Holder, 54-year-old co-founder of fashion brand Superdry, has been convicted of rape. The assault occurred after a night of drinking in Cheltenham. Both UK and US news outlets have reported on the conviction.

Louisiana Republican Governor Jeff Landry issued an executive order suspending the state's congressional primaries originally scheduled for May 16. The suspension follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that barred Louisiana from using its current congressional map. The delay is intended to give state lawmakers time to redraw the congressional district boundaries.

President Donald Trump signed a bipartisan bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending what is described as the longest agency shutdown in history. The funding package passed the House before being signed by Trump. The legislation addresses what the Trump administration had characterized as a funding crisis affecting DHS operations.

Australia is experiencing several concurrent criminal cases including the charging of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk's partner with rape, rioting in Alice Springs following the alleged murder of a five-year-old Aboriginal child, and the identification of remains found in South Australian bushland as belonging to Jeff Mundy who disappeared five years ago. Additionally, poliovirus has been detected in Perth wastewater samples according to health authorities. A royal commission report on the Bondi terror attack has also been released examining Australia's counter-terrorism preparedness.

American Airlines resumed the first commercial flight from the United States to Venezuela in seven years, with a flight landing in Caracas. The resumption comes as the Trump administration moves to rebuild ties with Venezuela following recent developments involving President Nicolás Maduro. This marks a significant shift after years of suspended commercial aviation between the two countries.

Workers and activists gathered worldwide for May Day demonstrations on International Labour Day, with rallies taking place in major cities across Asia, Europe, and other regions. The demonstrations focused on calls for higher wages, better working conditions, and workers' rights. May Day is recognized as a public holiday in many countries where these protests and rallies occurred.

Multiple high-profile individuals across different countries have been charged with or convicted of serious criminal offenses. James Holder, co-founder of Superdry, was found guilty of rape following an assault after drinking in Cheltenham. Vahid Reza Adib, partner of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, has been charged with rape.

A US Navy warship experienced a loss of power and propulsion for several hours on Tuesday in the Indo-Pacific region. The incident was caused by what the Navy officially termed an "engineering casualty" in the vessel's electrical system. The warship has since had its power restored according to defense officials.

Maine Governor Janet Mills has dropped out of the state's Senate race. Her exit leaves Graham Platner as a leading Democratic candidate to face incumbent Senator Susan Collins. The development significantly alters the dynamics of what is considered one of the year's important Senate races.

A massive explosion occurred at a house in Queens, New York City, while police officers were responding to a call. The incident sent several police officers flying through the air during their response. Police were responding to reports involving a man with a knife and the smell of gas, according to one report, or a domestic dispute according to another.

James Broadnax, a North Texas man, was executed for his role in a fatal 2008 robbery that killed two people. His cousin made a last-minute confession claiming to be the actual killer. The execution proceeded despite this eleventh-hour claim.

A small plane crashed in Texas Hill Country near Wimberley, approximately 40 miles southwest of Austin, on Thursday night. All five people on board the Cessna aircraft were killed in the crash. Federal authorities are investigating the incident.

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aimed at expanding access to retirement savings plans for Americans. The order calls for the creation of a new government website where people can find and compare private-sector retirement savings accounts. The initiative is intended to help more people gain access to retirement plans.

The King and Queen concluded their US state visit with a trip to Virginia. The final day of the visit included a more informal experience in what is described as small-town America. The royal couple's state visit to the United States has now ended.

Maine Governor Janet Mills has dropped out of the Senate race against Republican incumbent Susan Collins. Graham Platner, described as an oyster farmer and Democrat, is now likely to win the Democratic primary. The seat is considered important for control of the Senate.

King Charles and Queen Camilla concluded their US state visit with a stop in Front Royal, Virginia. The royal couple's visit to the small town lasted approximately one hour and was described as a more informal experience. The visit occurred on the final day of their US state visit before the King proceeded to Bermuda.

President Donald Trump withdrew the nomination of Dr. Casey Means for surgeon general after her confirmation stalled in the Senate. Trump announced Dr. Nicole Saphier, a radiologist and Fox News contributor, as his new nominee for the position. This marks Trump's third pick for the surgeon general role.

A stabbing incident occurred at Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington on April 30, injuring multiple people including students and an adult security guard. The suspect, identified as a Tacoma high school student, was among those injured and has been booked on five counts of first-degree assault. Emergency responders treated the victims who sustained stab wounds or cuts during the incident.

Alexander Cashford died following an attack by three teenagers on a beach in Sheppey, Kent. The teenagers believed Cashford was a paedophile at the time of the attack. The three teenagers have been sentenced in connection with Cashford's death.

A World War II-era unexploded bomb has been discovered in Plymouth, UK, prompting authorities to evacuate approximately 1,200 homes in the surrounding area. Teams are preparing to conduct a controlled detonation to safely dispose of the explosive device. Work is being conducted around the clock to minimize potential damage to the surrounding area during the disposal process.

Britney Spears was charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol in California on Thursday. The charges are misdemeanor charges filed in Ventura County, California. The charges relate to a March arrest, after which Spears checked into a treatment facility.

A new artwork bearing Banksy's signature has appeared on a statue in St James's area of central London. The sculpture depicts a man marching off a plinth. The artwork shows Banksy's characteristic signature marking.