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Trump Says Gas Prices Might Not Drop By Midterms, Highlighting G.O.P. Peril

The president has sent mixed messages on how long he expects costs to be high. Some in his party voiced fresh concern after his comments on Sunday.

2026-04-13 05:41 | Nytimes

Hungary’s New Leader Calls for Sweeping Change

Peter Magyar, Hungary’s next prime minister, outlined sweeping changes after ending Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule in a landslide election victory that will redefine the country’s ties with the European Union, Russia and the US administration of President Donald Trump. Bloomberg's Oliver Crook reports from Budapest. (Source: Bloomberg)

2026-04-13 05:30 | Bloomberg

NYC mayor touts ‘socialist’ wins in first 100 days alongside Bernie Sanders

Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlights major policy wins in his first 100 days, crediting a democratic socialist agenda as Bernie Sanders praises the approach.

2026-04-13 04:32 | Foxnews

How JD Vance Tried and Failed to End the War in Iran That He Opposed

Vice President JD Vance led the highest-level talks between the United States and Iran in nearly 50 years.

2026-04-13 04:44 | Nytimes

Southeast Asian Nations Urge US, Iran to Continue Peace Talks

Southeast Asian nations called on the US and Iran to continue negotiations to end their conflict after talks over the weekend fell through.

2026-04-13 05:09 | Bloomberg

Trump voices frustration with NATO, says Iranian navy ‘destroyed’ as US preps for blockade

President Trump said Iran’s navy has been destroyed and confirms a sweeping oil blockade, while sharply criticizing NATO allies and warning U.S. support for the alliance faces scrutiny.

2026-04-13 02:18 | Foxnews

Trump Attacks Pope Leo as Too Liberal and ‘Weak on Crime’

President Trump’s lengthy post on social media showed there were really no boundaries when it comes to people he might target, including the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.

2026-04-13 03:51 | Nytimes

South Korea, Poland Agree to Keep Boosting Defense Ties

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed to expand their defense cooperation during talks in Seoul, as the war in Ukraine continues into its fifth year and the US shifts its defense priorities to the Middle East.

2026-04-13 04:46 | Bloomberg

Trump accuses Pope Leo of being 'terrible' on foreign policy over pontiff's anti-war comments

President Donald Trump accused Pope Leo XIV of being "terrible" on foreign policy as the pontiff continues to criticize the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and call for peace.

2026-04-13 01:55 | Foxnews

Philippines Says China Boats’ Cyanide Threatens Military Outpost

The Philippines on Monday said it confirmed that Chinese boats last year used cyanide that threatens the stability of the Southeast Asian nation’s military outpost in the disputed South China Sea, as well as the safety of its soldiers.

2026-04-13 03:01 | Bloomberg

Eric Swalwell exits California governor race apologizing for past judgment while denying claims

Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped his bid for California governor after a growing number of Democrats called on him to step aside following a bombshell report.

2026-04-13 01:00 | Foxnews

Trump Blockade of Iran Ports Risks Widening War to High Seas

US President Donald Trump’s threat to blockade the Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iran collapsed over the weekend risked widening a war now entering its seventh week, lifting oil prices and raising the prospect of further economic pain around the globe.

2026-04-13 02:49 | Bloomberg

Hungary's Orban Concedes Defeat in Landslide Election

Peter Magyar, Hungary’s next prime minister, outlined sweeping changes after ending Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule in a landslide election victory. Bloomberg's Oliver Crook reports from Budapest. (Source: Bloomberg)

2026-04-13 02:31 | Bloomberg

Takaichi Urges Constitutional Reform Talks as Hormuz Risk Looms

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged her ruling party to accelerate talks on constitutional reform — a move that could make her the first leader to achieve it, but which risks alienating voters if she’s unable to generate broader public support.

2026-04-13 02:12 | Bloomberg

What Iran-US Stalemate Means for Oil Prices, Midterms

Bloomberg's Washington and Asia reporters discuss the implications of US President Donald Trump’s move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz and what led to a failure to reach consensus during US-Iran talks in Pakistan. (Source: Bloomberg)

2026-04-13 02:11 | Bloomberg

Trump Attacks Pope for Iran War, Immigration Criticism

President Donald Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for his criticisms of the US-Israeli war on Iran, calling the leader of the Catholic Church “WEAK on crime.”

2026-04-13 01:24 | Bloomberg

Australia PM to Visit Brunei, Malaysia in Renewed Fuel Diplomacy

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will make his second visit to Southeast Asia in less than a week as he tries to shore up fuel supplies against the backdrop of the Trump administration’s threat to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-13 00:54 | Bloomberg

Navy Warships Cross Strait of Hormuz to Clear Mines, U.S. Says

Iran denied that the American destroyers had entered the strait, as negotiations for an extended cease-fire continued in Islamabad.

2026-04-12 23:36 | Nytimes

Fujimori Leads in Peru Vote as Election Extended Over Delays

Peru’s Keiko Fujimori is poised to advance to her fourth consecutive presidential runoff in a contest that was marred by such disarray that electoral authorities will extend voting until Monday in the capital and two US cities.

2026-04-12 23:07 | Bloomberg

JD Vance returns to Washington after 16 hours of Iran peace talks collapse in Pakistan

Vice President JD Vance's marathon negotiations with Iranian officials in Islamabad failed to produce a deal, prompting President Donald Trump to order a Strait of Hormuz blockade.

2026-04-12 23:40 | Foxnews

Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners

Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.

2026-04-12 21:55 | BBC

How Al Sharpton Sized Up the Potential 2028 Democrats at His Convention

In an interview with The New York Times, the Rev. Al Sharpton reflected on the performances of 10 Democrats who spoke and explained why two did not.

2026-04-12 21:41 | Nytimes

End of the Orban Era: The Party Is Just Starting for Hungarians

In the end, the biggest surprise wasn’t just how resoundingly Viktor Orban was ejected from power but how swiftly the Hungarian prime minister conceded the termination of his 16-year reign.

2026-04-12 22:29 | Bloomberg

NYC mayor cites $180K racial wealth gap to justify taxes, police cuts

New York Mayor Mamdani highlights stark racial wealth gap in city report but sidesteps questions about why DEI language was removed from the document.

2026-04-12 22:51 | Foxnews

Swinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028

The SNP leader made the claim in the BBC's televised debate ahead of next month's Scottish election.

2026-04-12 21:07 | BBC

What Now? Vance Leaves Iran Talks Without a Deal.

The lack of a breakthrough after 21 hours of negotiations leaves the Trump administration facing several unpalatable options.

2026-04-12 16:17 | Nytimes

Oil Surges and Stocks Fall as Trump’s Hormuz Blockade Raises Tensions

2026-04-12 22:04 | Bloomberg

Iran talks done in by Tehran's delusions over leverage they don't have, US official says

Iran-U.S. negotiations fell apart after Tehran misjudged its leverage, a U.S. official says, as Vice President JD Vance departed Pakistan without a deal.

2026-04-12 17:47 | Foxnews

Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate says

Plaid has promised not to hold a referendum if it gets into government, but would commission research into independence.

2026-04-12 14:05 | BBC

Judges Fired After Blocking Deportations of Pro-Palestinian Students

The immigration judges’ abrupt dismissals marked the latest efforts by the Trump administration to reshape the country’s immigration courts.

2026-04-12 15:28 | Nytimes

Hungary’s New Leader Calls for Sweeping Change After Orban

Peter Magyar, Hungary’s next prime minister, outlined sweeping changes after ending Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule in a landslide election victory that will redefine the country’s ties with the European Union, Russia and the US administration of President Donald Trump.

2026-04-12 21:11 | Bloomberg

Conservative group launches $5M ad blitz pressuring Senate on voter ID as GOP eyes SAVE America Act push

Conservative nonprofit Restoration of America launches a $5 million nationwide ad campaign urging senators to pass the SAVE America Act on voter ID rules.

2026-04-12 16:01 | Foxnews