Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14
https://p.dw.com/p/5Bci8 Residential buildings in several districts of Kharkiv have come under repeated missile and drone attacks Image: Sofiia Gatilova/REUTERS Advertisement Ukraine came under massive air attacks from Russia on Thursday night and throughout Friday, which killed at least 14 people...
Iran war enters its 6th week as military searches for downed jet crew member
Majid Saeedi/Getty Images Europe hide caption toggle caption Majid Saeedi/Getty Images Europe The war in Iran entered its 6th week on Saturday, as the search continues for the missing U.S. service member who bailed out of a U.S. Majid Saeedi/Getty...
News Wrap: Trump seeking $1.5 trillion for military spending in new budget
In our news wrap Friday, President Trump is asking for $1.5 trillion in defense spending for the upcoming financial year, March was a strong month for the jobs market even as soaring energy prices from the war in Iran had...
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian strikes killed at least eight people across Ukraine on Friday, including in a "massive" missile and drone attack near the capital, local authorities reported. Russia's Defense Ministry said 192 Ukrainian drones were shot down overnight...
Federal government sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets
The federal government on Thursday sued Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois, challenging their efforts to regulate prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket. All three states have sent cease and desist orders to such companies accusing them of engaging in...
A Wisconsin mosque president was detained by ICE agents. Supporters say he was targeted for speaking out against Israel
The president of Wisconsin's largest mosque was detained by federal immigration agents, drawing accusations Thursday from local officials and religious leaders that the arrest was motivated by his criticism of Israel. Instead, they believe Sarsour, 53, was targeted for speaking...
Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure?
Peter Beaumont Senior international correspondent International law experts ‘seriously concerned’ about ‘strikes on schools, health centres and homes’ in contravention of Geneva conventions Donald Trump, other senior US officials and their cheerleaders appear to be embracing attacks – and threats...
President Trump's rocky week at home and abroad
Politics President Trump's rocky week at home and abroad April 3, 2026 3:56 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered By Greg Myre , Domenico Montanaro President Trump's rocky week at home and abroad Audio will be available later today....
After 16 years in power, can Viktor Orban finally be unseated?
The Hungarian prime minister was speaking at a mass election rally in Györ in western Hungary on 27 March, referring to opposition protesters who chanted "Filthy Fidesz" during his speech. Most opinion polls put the opposition Tisza party and its...
Video Holly Robinson Peete and Michele Kong champion resources for those with autism - ABC News
April 3, 2026 Additional Live Streams Additional Live Streams Live ABC News Live Live View of Beirut skyline Live Tracking the major Midwest storm including crippling ice, heavy snow, and tornado chances Top Stories Top Stories 5:11 Dangerous rescue mission...
Undefeated UConn upset by South Carolina in women's Final Four - CBS News
Ta'Niya Latson scored 16 and Agot Makeer added 14 points and South Carolina played stifling defense to beat UConn 62-48 on Friday night, ending the Huskies' 54-game winning streak and advancing to the women's NCAA Tournament championship game. This was...
Defense-focused Trump budget seeks to cut Democratic priorities – Roll Call
President Donald Trump speaks after signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on Tuesday. (Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images) By Aidan Quigley Posted April 3, 2026 at 5:31pm Facebook Twitter Email Reddit President Donald Trump...
HRW reports mass killings in Burkina Faso conflict, urging government action - JURIST - News
Britany Slessman , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a report on Wednesday that Burkina Faso’s military forces have killed around 1,800 civilians and forcibly displaced others since 2023 . It calls on Burkina Faso’s government...
'No air defenses': Trump, Hegseth touted American dominance in Iran before jet was downed
'No air defenses': Trump, Hegseth touted American dominance in Iran before jet was downed Trump claimed Iran’s ability to launch missiles was "dramatically curtailed." By Fritz Farrow and Isabella Murray April 3, 2026, 5:29 PM As the U.S. waged war...
Man pleads guilty to scamming Air Force out of $37 million, channeling bribes to public official nicknamed "Godfather" - CBS News
Air Force Master Sergeant pleaded guilty this week to federal crimes in a scheme that defrauded the Air Force of $37 million and involved channeling bribes to a public official nicknamed the "Godfather," federal prosecutors said. James then collaborated with...
Dramatic video shows 3 federal agents, 2 boaters being rescued after vessels capsize in rough seas off Puerto Rico - CBS News
Coast Guard worked with Puerto Rican police to rescue three federal agents and two other people after two boats capsized off Puerto Rico's "Goat Island." The operation, which unfolded in rough seas in darkness, was captured on video . The...
French prosecutors drop probe into Paris Olympics 2024 chief Estanguet
Advertisement Sport French prosecutors drop probe into Paris Olympics 2024 chief Estanguet Paris 2024 Paralympics - Opening Ceremony - Paris, France - August 28, 2024 Paris 2024 president Tony Estanguet gives a speech during the opening ceremony REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins...
Trump’s budget would boost defense and slash domestic programs – Roll Call
President Donald Trump salutes a Marine on the South Lawn of the White House before boarding Marine One on March 11. ( Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call ) By David Lerman Posted April 3, 2026 at 1:26pm Facebook Twitter Email Reddit...
Judge denies Justice Department request to revive Federal Reserve subpoenas - CBS News
Washington — A federal judge on Friday rejected efforts by the Justice Department to revive two subpoenas it served to the Federal Reserve as part of its criminal investigation into Chairman Jerome Powell and the Fed's building renovations, after the...
Justice Alito taken to hospital last month after falling ill during event in his honor: Sources
Justice Alito taken to hospital last month after falling ill during event in his honor: Sources Alito was attending a Federalist Society dinner in his honor, sources said. By Katherine Faulders , Devin Dwyer , and Peter Charalambous April 3,...
Trump seeks historic $1.5 trillion for military in Congress budget request | Donald Trump News | Al Jazeera
Listen Listen (5 mins) Save Click here to share on social media share2 Share facebook twitter whatsapp copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info The proposed White House budget for fiscal year 2027 includes funds to support Trump's military-focused...
White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget
Politics White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget April 3, 2026 10:48 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Danielle Kurtzleben , Steve Inskeep White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget Listen...
Trump calls for a major increase in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic spending
Politics Trump calls for a major increase in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic spending April 3, 2026 9:08 AM ET By The Associated Press President Donald Trump arrives from the Blue Room to speak about the Iran war from...
Defense chiefs of S. Korea, France discuss security, arms cooperation | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Lee Minji SEOUL, April 3 (Yonhap) -- The defense chiefs of South Korea and France held talks in Seoul on Friday to discuss the regional security situation and ways to strengthen their bilateral defense and arms industry cooperation,...
Live updates: White House budget expected, with up to $1.5T for defense
LIVE UPDATES Administration Live updates: White House budget expected, with up to $1.5T for defense Comments: by The Hill Staff - 04/03/26 8:55 AM ET Comments: Link copied by The Hill Staff - 04/03/26 8:55 AM ET Comments: Link copied...
Military archbishop says "it's hard" to see Iran war "as something that would be sponsored by the Lord" - CBS News
Washington — The leader of all U.S. military Catholic chaplains questioned the veracity of America's war in Iran , saying that while there "was a threat with nuclear arms, it's compensating for a threat before the threat is actually realized."...
Star Wars animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' season 2 confirmed
Lucasfilm Ahead of its premiere , Dave Filoni has revealed that the Star Wars animated series Maul: Shadow Lord will return for a second season. The Lucasfilm co-president revealed that season 2 is already in the works, telling Esquire that...
French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X
French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan, of the French far-left opposition party La France Insoumise...
Pamela Bondi, staunch Trump ally, out as attorney general – Roll Call
President Donald Trump and then-Attorney General Pamela Bondi conduct a news conference in August in the White House briefing room to announce that the federal government would use the National Guard to aid in law enforcement in the District of...
Mixing religion and politics in America. That isn’t new. What makes today different? – Roll Call
By Mary C. Curtis Posted April 2, 2026 at 12:08pm Facebook Twitter Email Reddit If the line separating church and state in America has not yet disappeared, it is certainly fading fast. The evidence? A Supreme Court willing to rule...