Russia lists European drone factories as targets

 

Russia has publicly identified 23 facilities in the United Kingdom and several other European countries as potential military targets, saying they are allegedly linked to the production of Ukrainian drones or related components. The list was released this week by Russia’s defence ministry and amplified on Thursday by former Russian...

Vanderbilt Holds Off on Naming Starting Quarterback

 

NASHVILLE. Vanderbilt concluded spring practice this week and did not name a starting quarterback after the Black and Gold game on Saturday, head coach Clark Lea said, continuing an evaluation of true freshman Jared Curtis alongside seniors Blaze Berlowitz, Whit Muschamp and Jack Elliott as contenders to replace Diego Pavia. Coaches...

Multiple motorcycle crashes across U.S. result in deaths

 

United States: Multiple motorcycle collisions this week resulted in fatalities and hospitalizations across several states. On April 18, 2026 around 6:30 p.m. in Howard County a 24-year-old motorcyclist struck an SUV that turned into his path and later died. In Lake County, an arrest was made April 17, 2026 connected...

Texans Sign Will Anderson Jr. To Record Extension

 

Houston — The Houston Texans signed All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. to a three-year, $150 million contract extension on Friday, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Anderson, the Texans' 2023 third-overall pick, has recorded 30 career sacks, won Defensive Rookie of the Year, and started every game...

Russia warns Europe after naming defence industry targets

 

Russia has warned European governments and defence firms after Ukraine signed new agreements with European companies to jointly produce long‑range and other military drones. In a statement on Wednesday, the Russian defence ministry said these decisions risk a sharp escalation across Europe and accused European leaders of dragging their countries...

Pakistan emerges as key mediator in Iran-US war

 

Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has become a central figure in efforts to mediate an end to the ongoing war between the United States and Iran. After 21 hours of unsuccessful talks in Islamabad involving US vice-president JD Vance, Munir flew urgently to Tehran on Wednesday, where he...

Lebanon reopens key bridge hours after Israel ceasefire

 

In southern Lebanon, authorities reopened the Qasmiyeh bridge on Friday, only hours after it was bombed by Israeli forces shortly before a 10‑day ceasefire with Israel took effect at midnight. The crossing is a vital route for tens of thousands of displaced people seeking to return home following weeks of...

Suns Defeat Warriors; Green Sparks Playoff Return Friday

 

Phoenix — The Suns defeated the Golden State Warriors 111-96 Friday night at Mortgage Matchup Center as Jalen Green scored 36 and Devin Booker added 20 to secure the Western Conference play-in victory. Jordan Goodwin contributed 19 points, nine rebounds and six steals; the single-elimination result eliminated Golden State and...

Christina Applegate Reportedly Hospitalized Amid Multiple Sclerosis Battle

 

Washington — Actress Christina Applegate was reportedly admitted to a Los Angeles hospital in late March, U.S. outlets reported this week. TMZ said the 54-year-old, known for Married ... With Children and Dead to Me, has remained hospitalized for weeks while her representative declined to confirm the reason for the...

Iran Opens Strait of Hormuz During Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire

 

Washington, April 17, US President Donald Trump said Iran has announced the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, making it ready for navigation. In a post on Truth Social, he wrote, "Iran just announced that the Strait of Iran is fully open and ready for full passage". The Lebanon-Israel...