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Meghan Markle has spoken publicly after her recent trip to Australia with husband Prince Harry drew intense criticism and was labelled a ‘faux royal’ tour. 
Royals
Chloe Maher

Meghan breaks silence on ‘faux royal’ trip after backlash

The Duchess of Sussex has spoken publicly about her and Prince Harry’s controversial visit Down Under after the tour drew intense criticism.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argued Thursday that the Trump administration can continue the Iran war despite a Vietnam-era law that requires Congress’s approval after 60 days of fighting, in an apparent attempt to stave off the rapidly approaching deadline.
World
The Washington Post

Hegseth argues ceasefire ‘pauses’ deadline for war approval

Defence Secretary tells Congress committee the Trump administration can continue the Iran war despite a Vietnam-era law that requires Congress’s approval after 60 days of fighting.

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From left, Virginia Governo Abigail Spanberger, Front Royal Mayor Lori Athey Cockrell, King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
USA
The Washington Post

King and Queen’s mixed reception from small town USA

A sign at the local Taco Bell alerted residents of Front Royal that the royals were visiting.

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer meets first responders from Shomrim North West London after two Jewish men were stabbed in a terrorist attack.
World

UK raises terror threat to severe PM vows to boost security

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed Thursday to boost security for the Jewish community following the latest attack against it, while urging Britons to unite against antisemitism.

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The world’s oil markets are in La La Land.
Business
The Economist

Oil markets in La La land as experts warn of supply shock

THE ECONOMIST: Markets are disconnected from reality and we are heading for the biggest global oil-supply shock in history, energy experts warn.

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JD Vance meets with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during their meeting on April 11, 2026 at Islamabad, Pakistan.
USA
The Washington Post

Both sides claim victory in war’s ultimate staring contest

Iran and the United States are locked in a face-off over the future of negotiations, with President Donald Trump and the leadership in Tehran each confident they can outlast the other.

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A handwritten note believed to be Jeffrey Epstein’s final message remains sealed years after his death.
World
Madeline Cove

‘Time to say goodbye’: Inside Epstein’s missing suicide note

Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged final note remains sealed years after his death, with a judge’s order keeping it hidden as questions continue to mount.

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Jessica Mann was grilled about her early interactions with Harvey Weinstein at his rape retrial.
USA
Jennifer Peltz

Weinstein’s lawyers grill his accuser at rape retrial

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers have questioned his accuser at his rape retrial, making clear they planned to explore her conflicted feelings and complex history with the former Hollywood powerbroker.

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Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
World
Lisa Richwine

Major update after Britney Spears' arrest in California

New details have emerged after US pop star Britney Spears' March arrest, with a court hearing set as the case moves forward.

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Elon Musk's lawsuit alleges OpenAI ditched its mission to build AI for the public good.
Technology
Staff Writers

Musk tells court he ‘didn't read fine print' of OpenAI

Elon Musk has sparred with a lawyer for OpenAI during his third day of testimony in a trial over the firm's pivot away from its non-profit status.

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The Prime Minister says Australia will hold ‘private’ talks with the US on reopening the Strait of Hormuz
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Middle East
Kimberley Braddish

PM: Aus will do ‘anything that can assist’ Trump Hormuz plan

PM defends national security spending following Bondi findings

PM calls for calm after Kumanjayi Little Baby’s death sparks riots

PM: Australia will have ‘private’ talks with US on joining Hormuz military operation

Bottle shops closed as NT Chief Minister condemns violent riots

Threat to Jews ‘deeply unsettling’: Spender

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Flotilla organisers say Israeli authorities have intercepted aid ships bound for the Gaza Strip.
Middle East
Menna Alaa ⁠El Din and Muhammad Al Gebaly

Aussies detained in Israel raid on Gaza aid flotilla at sea

Activists have condemned as piracy Israeli forces intercepting their flotilla to Gaza in international waters and detaining people on board.

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US President Donald Trump has called King Charles and Queen Camilla "really great people".
World
Staff Writers

‘Great people’: Trump smitten with royals as he says goodbye

The King and Queen have said farewell to the US president and first lady as they near the end of a four-day state visit.

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Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz in response to a US blockade of Iran's oil exports.
US Politics
Staff Writers

Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks

Tehran warns of ‘long and painful’ retaliation as Donald Trump weighs fresh strikes, with the Strait of Hormuz still shut and global oil prices surging.

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised more police in Jewish areas and a crackdown on anti-Semitism.
World
Staff Writers

UK terrorism threat raised to highest level since 2021

The threat level, the second highest, means an attack in the next six months is highly likely.

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