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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Tuesday, April 7
Trump threatens to take out Iran in 'one night' if no deal before deadline

Trump is threatening to eliminate Iran's military capabilities in a single night if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed past his Tuesday deadline.

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Trump’s threatened destruction of Iran’s power plants could be considered a war crime, experts say

Legal experts argue that Trump's threat to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges could constitute war crimes under international humanitarian law.

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President Trump warns US could launch large-scale attack against Iran within next few hours

Trump has issued an ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz with a Tuesday evening deadline, threatening large-scale military strikes if the waterway isn't reopened. The threat escalates an already volatile situation in the region.

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Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says

Trump has disclosed details of a risky rescue operation involving dozens of aircraft and covert tactics to retrieve a U.S. crew downed in Iran.

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Three Things the Consensus Gets Wrong About the Iran War

An Atlantic essay challenges the prevailing pessimism about the Iran war, arguing that media skepticism and professional inclinations toward doubt are shaping an overly dark narrative.

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What Happens When Trump Feels Cornered

As the Iran conflict bogs down, Trump's communication has shifted from merely unusual to something more alarming, suggesting how pressure affects his decision-making.

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Artemis II crew head for home after travelling further from Earth than anyone before

The Artemis II crew is heading home after making history as the first humans to travel farther from Earth than Apollo 13, achieving a major milestone for NASA's lunar program.

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After breaking distance record and completing lunar flyby, Artemis II crew points capsule toward home

The Artemis II crew has surpassed Apollo 13's distance record and captured rare imagery of the moon's far side during humanity's first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years.

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Moment Artemis II sets record for distance humans have travelled from Earth

Artemis II astronauts have broken the distance record set by Apollo 13 in 1970, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.

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Exclusive: SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say

SpaceX is laying out details for its initial public offering, targeting an early June roadshow according to insider sources.

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Samsung flags eightfold jump in quarterly profit as AI chip demand pumps prices

Samsung is reporting an eightfold jump in quarterly profits, driven by surging demand for AI chips and rising prices.

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Broadcom signs long-term deal to develop Google’s custom AI chips

Broadcom has signed a long-term deal with Google to develop custom AI chips, deepening the tech giant's in-house chip capabilities.

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China targets Taiwan's chip prowess to evade global 'containment', Taipei government says

Taiwan's government claims China is targeting the island's chip industry as part of a strategy to evade global technological containment.

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How EVs could solve a problem with America’s rickety grid

Electric vehicles could help stabilize America's aging power grid through vehicle-to-grid technology, turning a potential problem into a solution.

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Intel is going all-in on advanced chip packaging

Intel is investing heavily in advanced chip packaging technology at a revived New Mexico facility, signaling a strategic shift in manufacturing.

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Why this NASA climate scientist wants you to stay angry

A NASA climate scientist has resigned over the Trump administration's attacks on climate science, joining thousands of others concerned about the politicization of research.

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Corpus Christi Water Crisis Spurs Stampede on South Texas Aquifers

A water crisis in South Texas is triggering a rush to drill deep aquifers as cities and industries scramble to secure supplies before reservoirs dry up.

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Trump’s Budget Proposes Massive Cuts for Climate and Environmental Programs

Trump's proposed budget would slash funding for climate programs, the EPA, NOAA, and renewable energy incentives, continuing his administration's defunding trend.

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How Forests Start to Fail, One Leaf at a Time

Swiss researchers tracked how beech and oak leaves respond to heat and drought, pinpointing the moment these trees begin to fail under stress.

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Australia's most-decorated living soldier charged over alleged war crimes

Australia's most-decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, has been charged with alleged war crimes in Afghanistan after previously losing a defamation case.

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Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan

A former Australian soldier faces charges for five war crime murders allegedly committed during operations in Afghanistan.

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Nine policemen sentenced to death in India over Covid custody killings

Nine Indian police officers have been sentenced to death for killing a father and son in custody during lockdown enforcement in 2020.

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JD Vance arrives in Hungary to back Orbán's re-election bid

Vice President JD Vance is visiting Hungary to publicly support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's re-election bid.

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Taiwan opposition leader visits China for expected meeting with Xi Jinping

Taiwan's opposition leader is visiting China for a meeting with Xi Jinping, hoping to serve as a 'bridge for peace' between the two sides.

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Pennsylvania county jails earn millions of dollars detaining immigrants for ICE

Pennsylvania county jails are profiting significantly by detaining immigrants for ICE, raising questions about conflicts of interest in immigration enforcement.

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Appeals court lets Iowa enforce book ban and restrictions on LGBTQ+ topics in K-6 classes

An appeals court has upheld Iowa's book ban and restrictions on LGBTQ+ content in K-6 classrooms, allowing the restrictions to take effect.

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Key Fed official sees possible rate hike amid higher gas prices, inflation concerns

A key Federal Reserve official is signaling that a rate hike may be possible amid concerns about rising gas prices and inflation.

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West Virginia governor vetoes help for neglected and foster kids after approving tax cuts

West Virginia's governor has vetoed funding for neglected and foster children even as he approved tax cuts, raising questions about fiscal priorities.

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Democrats hope to increase liberal control of battleground Wisconsin’s Supreme Court

Democrats are hoping to increase liberal representation on Wisconsin's Supreme Court in what promises to be a closely watched state election.

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The ChatGPT Symptom Spiral

A man's use of ChatGPT to manage health anxiety illustrates how the tool can amplify catastrophic thinking rather than provide reassurance during medical uncertainty.

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AI for libraries, grounded in trust: what we've learned and what's next

BiblioCommons is exploring AI adoption grounded in trust, privacy, and community accountability—an approach that distinguishes libraries from tech companies.

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ULC announces library recipients of Civic Makers Lab for Adults grants

The Urban Libraries Council has named ten recipients of its Civic Makers Lab for Adults grant, equipping librarians to facilitate civic learning for young adults.

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Representation without power in science isn’t equity

An essay in Nature contends that simply increasing representation in science without ensuring actual power and decision-making authority falls short of true equity.

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AI and the human mind: only one is a black box

A Nature essay argues that while AI systems are opaque, the human mind remains equally mysterious and perhaps even less well understood.

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Monday, April 6
Trump promises strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure if Tehran doesn't capitulate by 8 p.m. ET

Trump has threatened strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure if Tehran doesn't meet his demands, defending such action as justified even as experts question its legality.

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Iran state media say Tehran rejects latest ceasefire proposal and wants permanent end to the war

Iran's state media report that Tehran has rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and is demanding an end to the war, raising stakes as Trump's deadline approaches.

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Trump Is Putting America’s Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration lacks a clear strategy for escalating the Iran conflict, leaving the president hoping the Strait of Hormuz will reopen on its own.

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Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record as humans travel farther from Earth than ever before

Artemis II breaks Apollo 13's distance record during humanity's first crewed lunar return in over 50 years, featuring three Americans and one Canadian.

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Artemis II astronauts heading home after historic moon flyby

Artemis II astronauts are returning to Earth after witnessing a solar eclipse during their historic lunar flyby and breaking Apollo 13's distance record.

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Data centers are straining the grid. Can they be forced to pay for it?

Data centers are straining the electrical grid, and policy makers are debating whether tech companies should be forced to pay for the infrastructure costs they create.

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The Iran war is changing how millions of people cook — and what they eat

The Iran war is disrupting global LPG supply chains, affecting how millions of people in India and beyond cook their food and heat their homes.

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Israel hits Iran's South Pars petrochemical plant as mediators float new ceasefire proposal

Israel has struck Iran's South Pars petrochemical plant and killed a military official, as international mediators continue floating ceasefire proposals.

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Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools

The Trump administration has terminated agreements designed to protect transgender students in five school districts and a college.

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She Testified About Being Raped. Then ICE Showed Up.

A rape survivor's courtroom testimony was followed by an ICE arrest, illustrating how immigration enforcement can undermine the justice system and discourage victims from seeking help.

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Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction

Steve Bannon has won a Supreme Court order that is expected to dismiss his criminal contempt of Congress conviction, a significant victory for Trump's ally.

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What Happened After a Teacher Ditched Screens

A Colorado math teacher's decision to ditch screens and return to analog teaching methods reveals surprising benefits for student engagement and learning outcomes.

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