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- US Seizes Another Ship For Carrying 'Material Support' To Iran
on April 21, 2026 at 5:05 amAs the US-Israeli war with Iran continues to impact and shape the region, journalists from RFE/RL deliver ongoing updates and analysis.
- Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ law breaches EU rules, top court says
on April 21, 2026The European Court of Justice found that the country has acted in breach of EU law 'on a number of separate levels' and infringed upon the fundamental values on which the EU is founded.
- YouGov predicts an end to its troubles –should you invest?
on April 20, 2026YouGov was doing well until a dodgy acquisition signalled trouble and AI made things worse. Are its shares still a buy?
- Palantir Posts Manifesto Lamenting Post-War “Neutering” of Nazi Germany
by Sharon Zhang on April 20, 2026 at 9:18 pmThe surveillance giant has exploded in value as it’s scored massive contracts from the Trump administration.
- Daily Cartoon: Monday, April 20th
on April 20, 2026A drawing that riffs on the latest news and happenings.
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U.S. stocks were mostly lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines as makers of AI infrastructure suffered steep falls, many in the double digits. Nvidia was down 16%. [...]
Gold settled 1.4% lower, down two of the past three sessions, and silver fell 2.5%, down three of the past four sessions. [...]
Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown. [...]
Gain insight on Experian, SoFi Technologies and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services. [...]
Arabica coffee prices hit a record level, as traders digested the withdrawal of President Trump’s threats to impose tariffs and economic sanctions on Colombia. [...]
The Yen and Swiss Franc were stronger against the dollar as investors sought safe havens after Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s new AI model hit U.S. tech stocks. [...]
U.S. natural gas futures fell after weekend updates took some of the chill out of early February weather forecasts. [...]
QXO is taking its offer directly to shareholders after being rebuffed on several occasions. [...]
This month, feminist blogger 三月vulcanus (Sānyuè vulcanus, "March vulcanus") announced that she would abandon her current WeChat account 三月云 (Sānyuè yún, "March Cloud") after a series of temporary suspensions. A new account, 三月云烟 (Sānyuè yúnyān, "March Clouds and Smoke") has been set up, but remains [...]
CDT presents a monthly series of censored content that has been added to our “404 Deleted Content Archive.” Each month, we publish a summary of content blocked or deleted (often yielding the message “404: content not found”) from Chinese platforms such as WeChat, Weibo, Douyin [...]
China’s online censorship regime is often associated with overt blocks, deletions, and account bans, but these blunt and highly visible measures exist on a wide spectrum. Toward the harsher end are invitations to "drink tea" with police, extrajudicial detention, and criminal prosecution. Some softer interventions, [...]
A group of documents recently circulating online has stoked apprehension about a new wave of pressure on tools used to circumvent China’s Great Firewall. One memo, from online services provider Qihang CDN, warns that based on directions from its own upstream service provider, Shaanxi Telecom, [...]
Scientists at UC Riverside have found a clever new way to outsmart termites—by turning their own instincts against them. Using a natural pine scent called pinene, which smells like food to termites, researchers can lure the pests straight toward a targeted dose of insecticide hidden [...]
After two centuries of failed attempts, scientists have finally grown dolomite in the lab, cracking a long-standing geological puzzle. They discovered that the mineral’s growth stalls because of tiny defects—but in nature, those flaws get washed away over time. By mimicking this process with precise [...]
Many of the world’s largest river deltas—home to hundreds of millions of people—are sinking faster than rising seas, according to a sweeping global study. Using high-resolution satellite radar maps, researchers found that human activities like groundwater pumping, reduced sediment flow, and rapid urban growth are [...]
AI-powered personas are becoming so realistic that they can infiltrate online communities and subtly steer public opinion. Unlike traditional bots, they adapt, coordinate, and refine their messaging at a massive scale, creating a false sense of consensus. Early warning signs—like deepfakes and fake news networks—have [...]
Cancer cells are known for their “glutamine addiction,” but many can escape this weakness by switching to alternative fuels. Researchers found that vitamin B7 acts like a metabolic “license,” enabling this escape route through a key enzyme. Without biotin, cancer cells lose that flexibility and [...]
A trio of common amino acids may hold the key to unlocking far more powerful gene therapies. Researchers found that adding them to lipid nanoparticles can boost mRNA delivery up to 20-fold and push CRISPR editing efficiency close to 90%. The trick isn’t changing the [...]
A unique hybrid honeybee thriving in Southern California may hold a powerful clue to saving struggling bee populations. While U.S. beekeepers are losing massive numbers of colonies—largely due to destructive Varroa mites—a locally adapted mix of feral and diverse bee lineages is showing remarkable resilience. [...]
Scientists have discovered that moringa seeds can help pull microplastics out of water, rivaling standard chemical treatments. The plant-based extract causes plastic particles to clump together, making them easier to filter away. In some conditions, it even outperformed conventional chemicals. This low-cost, natural solution could [...]
The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week. [...]
One of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit. [...]
Tehran vows retaliation soon for what it calls an "act of armed piracy", which comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks. [...]
The Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences. [...]
Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route. [...]
President Macron blames the attack on Hezbollah. The Iran-backed armed group denies "any connection" to the incident. [...]
Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war? [...]
The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts. [...]
Why a global era of authoritarian governance may be coming to an end. [...]
Conflict with Iran hurts American wallets, but it’s far more devastating for people in the global south. [...]
The U.S. seizure of an Iranian ship threatens to upend the planned negotiations. [...]
The consequences will be felt long after the fighting ends. [...]
Rather than climate, disease, or artificial intelligence, the next secretary-general should stay focused on conflict resolution. [...]
Years of investment made certain provinces resilient to aid cuts, but replicating that system is another story. [...]
[263Chat] Controversial businessman Wicknel Chivayo has withdrawn his widely debated US$3.6 million pledge to Parliament announcing instead a revised US$5 million commitment to grassroots development projects. [...]
[Premium Times] The 13 charges include treason, terrorism, failure to inform security intelligence about the coup plot, money laundering and terrorism financing. [...]
[Nyasa Times] Malawi is facing a deepening national crisis after government spokesperson Shadric Namalomba admitted that the country has completely run out of fuel reserves, exposing the severity of the ongoing shortage. [...]
[263Chat] The Government has called on striking nurses to return to work as authorities move to address concerns over low wages and working conditions in public hospitals. [...]
[RFI] Four candidates to lead the United Nations face public questioning at the organisation's New York headquarters this week, only the second time the UN has held such an open forum. Among the candidates are three from South America and one from Africa, Senegal's former [...]
[Capital FM] Rome, Italy -- President William Ruto has cautioned Kenyans abroad against relying on social media entirely for news from home due to rampant misinformation, fake news, and manipulated content. [...]