James Wolff was a spy. Now, he’s writing about them

From NPR. There’s keeping a low profile and then there’s author James Wolff. Not his real name. It’s a pseudonym.  James Wolff had a career as a British intelligence officer. Now, he writes about them. His latest espionage novel is called Spies and Other Gods and it’s chock full of spies, people pretending to be spies, secret…

U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz underway

From CBS News. The U.S. has begun its blockade of Iran’s ports in the Strait of Hormuz in an effort to choke off Iranian revenue. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations that is available free…

Swalwell Resigns From Congress After Assault Claims

From Bloomberg Markets and Finance. In a rapid development, Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress following sexual assault and misconduct allegations. Swalwell, who had recently suspended his campaign for governor of California, issued a statement acknowledging mistakes he made while denying some allegations. Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz have more on "Balance…

“Stop arming Israel”: People protest outside Schumer, Gillibrand’s office to block US weapons sale

From Global News. More than 300 protesters gathered outside the Manhattan offices of U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand on Monday, calling on them to support an expected Senate vote to block additional U.S. weapons sales to Israel. Demonstrators sat outside the senators’ offices before moving into Third Avenue, where police repeatedly warned them…

The top three stories trending today | ‘Searched’ 4.13

From ABC News. ABC News Live is breaking down the top three stories trending today: *President Trump and Pope Leo dispute *Strait of Hormuz blockade *The defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Watch ‘Searched’ weeknights at 4:30 p.m. ET on ABC News Live. ––– Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1G ABC News is…

A single vote, a Supreme Court decision: Why this riding is voting again

From CBC News. Terrebonne is one of three federal ridings holding a byelection on Monday. But unlike the two ridings in Toronto, this byelection isn’t over a vacant seat. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: https://www.cbc.ca/news Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbcnews Subscribe…

Eva Longoria: Searching for France | Sneak Peek

From CNN. ‘Eva Longoria: Searching for France’ is streaming now on the CNN app. The eight-episode series follows the award-winning actress, producer, director, and activist on a flavorful journey through France to uncover the roots of the country’s culinary supremacy and explore how it became the global standard for fine dining. 0:00 Eva Longoria: Searching…

US begins blockade of Iran’s ports; Tehran threatens retaliation

From Reuters. The US military began a blockade of ships leaving Iran’s ports, President Trump said, and Tehran threatened to retaliate against its Gulf neighbors’ ports after weekend talks in Islamabad on ending the war broke down. #iranwar #straitofhormuz #trump #usshipblockade #tehran #News #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4mzYhR2 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up…

Liberals “can’t control what’s happening in Iran,” but can in Canada: Tory, Bloc MPs on gas tax

From Global News. MPs from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet faced critique from opposing Parliamentarians Monday, as the war in Iran continues to drive up fuel costs nationwide. Speaking Monday during question period in the House of Commons, Conservative MP Melissa Lantsman said that suspending the federal fuel excise tax, clean fuel standard and GST…

Dancing politician steals the show after Hungary election

From Reuters. Hungarian politician Zsolt Hegedus, a leading candidate for health minister, does a celebratory dance after the opposition Tisza party’s landslide victory ended Viktor Orban’s long rule. #zsolthegedus #dance #hungary #election 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X:…

Last minute tax tips ahead of deadline

From ABC News. David Perez, CEO of Tax Maverick, shares tools that makes the process of filing your taxes less overwhelming. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1G ABC News is your daily source of breaking national and world news, exclusive interviews and 24/7 live streaming coverage. Download the ABC News app for the latest…

Protesters march in Beirut ahead of ceasefire negotiations

From NPR. Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors to the U.S. are set to meet in Washington to discuss a ceasefire, but at a Hezbollah rally in downtown Beirut Saturday, supporters filled the streets for blocks, waving flags chanting against negotiations. Correspondent: Lauren Frayer/NPR Videographers: Lauren Frayer/NPR & Jawad Rizkallah for NPR Producer: Catie Dull/NPR —————————————————— Follow…

LIVE: ECB President Lagarde Speaks Exclusively to Bloomberg

From Bloomberg Markets and Finance. ECB President Christine Lagarde speaks with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua about Europe’s economic challenges – from the Iran war and energy prices to monetary policy expectations – alongside EU competitiveness and navigating uncertainty. The conversation takes place at Bloomberg’s Washington, DC bureau starting at 10 am ET on April 14 as…

S&P Erases Losses Since Iran War Began | Closing Bell

From Bloomberg Markets and Finance. Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Katie Greifeld, Isabelle Lee, Carol Massar and Bailey Lipschultz. ——– More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video? Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any videos from Bloomberg Markets &…

Fatou, the world’s oldest known gorilla, celebrates her 69th birthday with a vegetable basket

From NBC News. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Subscribe to Here’s the Scoop podcast: https://www.nbcnews.com/heres-the-scoop-daily-podcast Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fact-based reporting, meaningful conversations, and powerful…

WATCH LIVE: Senate Appropriations subcommittee holds hearing on FIFA World Cup preparations

From PBS NewsHour. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show. Sign up for Here’s The Deal with Lisa Desjardins: https://to.pbs.org/41q6E8i Subscribe for exclusive content in our newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe PBS News podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Stream your…

WATCH LIVE: CFTC chairman testifies before House panel amid scrutiny of prediction markets

From PBS NewsHour. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show. Sign up for Here’s The Deal with Lisa Desjardins: https://to.pbs.org/41q6E8i Subscribe for exclusive content in our newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe PBS News podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Stream your…

PBS News Hour live episode, April 13, 2026

From PBS NewsHour. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show. Sign up for Here’s The Deal with Lisa Desjardins: https://to.pbs.org/41q6E8i Subscribe for exclusive content in our newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe PBS News podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Stream your…