Outspoken Iranians abroad say their loved ones are being detained back home
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Latest news bulletin | April 5th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Trump draws criticism with fiery Easter message on Iran
US President Donald Trump did not take a break from his polarizing rhetoric on Easter Sunday, delivering an expletive-laden attack on Iran that sparked criticism on Capitol Hill and beyond. "Open the Fuckin' Strait, you crazy bastards, or you'll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH!"
OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas, issues warning
The OPEC+ oil cartel agreed on Sunday to again increase oil production quotas, while warning that repairing energy facilities, such as those damaged in the Middle East war, is "costly and takes a long time". For the second month in a row, OPEC+ countries -- which include key
Best Mario games to play if you loved The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
After you're done watching The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, dig into the classic Nintendo games referenced in it.
Trump roils NATO as pressure builds over Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration's mounting frustration with NATO allies over their refusal to join the Iran war has policymakers on both sides of the Atlantic bracing for change. President Trump would need congressional approval to officially withdraw from the international military
The war in Iran is showing why the US needs diverse energy resources
In a world where energy is a weapon, energy security and affordability require diversity in energy sources.
Over 4M kids are registered for Trump accounts: Can your child still get one?
Of those 4 million children, the IRS says more than 1 million qualify for $1,000 in startup funds.
House Republican: ‘Only purpose’ for US boots on the ground in Iran is ‘to get the enriched uranium’
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) said Sunday that “the only purpose that I could see” for U.S. troops on the ground in Iran “would be to get the enriched uranium.” “I think the question, moving forward, with respect to any troops on the ground, would be: For what purpose? And I think
Former Trump adviser on president's latest Iran threat: 'Not going to get a deal’
Brett McGurk, who served under President Trump during his first term, warned that the president's latest threats against Iran will not bring Tehran to the table to negotiate opening the Strait of Hormuz. "This is an escalate to try to get a deal that's not going to get a deal,"
Super Mario Galaxy Movie doesn't need defenders for bad reviews
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has been met with scathing reviews, and that's opening up age-old questions about criticism.
China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says
BEIJING, April 5 - China is willing to continue to cooperate with Russia at the U.N. Security Council and make efforts to cool down the Middle East situation, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in a phone call on Sunday.
Kaine: Bondi firing 'should be a lesson' for next attorney general nominee
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) on Sunday said that former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s recent firing “should be a lesson” for the next nominee to lead the Justice Department. “But here's the lesson from Pam Bondi, Kristen, the AG is supposed to be the nation's chief law enforcement
Senate Democrat says Trump 'needs a lot of prayer'
Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) said in an interview that aired on Easter Sunday that he prays for President Trump, adding that he "needs a lot of prayer." The Georgia senator, a Baptist pastor, confirmed to Jake Tapper on CNN's State of the Union that he "absolutely" prays for
Automakers trade group urges government to scrap gas tax, replace it with vehicle weight fee
The Highway Trust Fund is projected to reach insolvency in 2028, facing a potential 46% spending cut.
One Piece finally reveals the look and powers of Imu, its ultimate villain
One Piece finally gave fans a full look at Imu, the ultimate villain of the series, and their Devil Fruit powers hide a clever detail.
House Democrat: Iran's control of Strait of Hormuz 'more strategically vital' than nuclear weapon
Democratic Rep. Jake Auchincloss (Mass.) on Sunday railed against President Trump's actions in Iran and argued that Tehran understands that its control over the Strait of Hormuz is “more strategically vital” than any plans to develop a nuclear weapon. “The failure of the
U.S. revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran government
The State Department said on Saturday that the niece and grand-niece of former IRGC chief Qassem Soleimani had been arrested by immigration agents to be deported; the daughter and son-in-law of Ali Larijani had their visas revoked earlier this year
Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos?
The story behind the beautiful pictures beamed back to Earth from the Artemis II astronauts.
At least 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon on Easter Sunday
By Nazih Osseiran April 5 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike on Kfarhata, a village in south Lebanon, killed seven people on Sunday, including a 4-year-old child, Lebanon's health ministry said in a statement. Another Israeli attack on the Jnah neighbourhoodin Beirut killed four
30 years ago, Primal Fear perfected the art of the twist ending
Gregory Hoblit's 1996 legal thriller still manages to shock with a single line of dialogue.
The largest survey of exoplanet spins confirms a long-held prediction
For some time, astronomers have theorized that there is a connection between planetary mass and rotation. In the solar system, Jupiter and Saturn both rotate rapidly, completing a rotation in roughly ten hours, while accounting for a significant fraction of the solar system's
When hospitals become corporations, what happens to patient safety?
In many medical malpractice cases, the public imagines a careless doctor making a single catastrophic mistake. In reality, serious medical errors are often the result of systemic pressures that push health care providers beyond safe limits.
Scientists are working on a vaccine for cancer. Here's how it would work
Scientists could soon develop personalized cancer vaccines.
Never doubt the commitment of horse-girl fans: Umamusume cosplayers are having actual races at tracks around the world
Real-life races have taken place in Malaysia, Thailand, Peru, and the US.
I tried to become a pro bowler but I skipped one important step: learning how to bowl
My attempt to rise through the ranks of PBA Pro Bowling 2026 hit a small and completely unexpected snag.
‘SNL U.K.’ Ratings Drop by 42% for Riz Ahmed-Hosted Episode 3
“Saturday Night Live U.K.” Episode 3 saw its sharpest drop in ratings yet, falling by 95,050 from its season high. Riz Ahmed hosted the third episode with music from Kasabian. Episode 3 garnered ratings of 130,950, which equated to an audience share of 1.8%. That’s a 42% drop
Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 should not be a retread of what has come before
A new Star Fox game is reportedly in the works for Nintendo Switch 2, but it needs to stand out from the SNES original and Star Fox 64
Trump tells Fox News, 'There's a good chance' Iran deal will be reached 'tomorrow'
Trump threatened major strikes on Iran's power plants and bridges amid its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, writing on Truth Social, 'Open the Fuckin' Strait, you crazy bastards'
Zelenskiy in Syria to discuss security cooperation with Sharaa
April 5 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited Syria on Sunday for talks with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa, as Kyiv seeks to promote its military expertise across the region following the outbreak of the Iran war.
Box Office: ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Ignites to Blockbuster $190 Million, ‘The Drama’ Impresses With $14 Million Debut
Wahoo! Universal and Illumination’s animated sequel “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has activated the domestic box office with $130 million in its opening weekend and powered to $190 million from 4,252 theaters in its first five days of release. These blockbuster figures rank as
