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Mythos: A challenge for the Indian banking system

Claude Mythos, a cutting-edge AI tool, has unearthed significant weaknesses in cybersecurity systems. In response, Indian authorities are swiftly mobilising to safeguard the integrity of the financial sector. With the Reserve Bank of India's robust framework in place, the emphasis now shifts to the implementation of comprehensive AI standards.

The Economic Times

Pete Hegseth’s second Capitol Hill hearing interrupted by anti-war protester

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is back on Capitol Hill for his second day of grilling regarding his handling of the Iran war, with senators getting their first opportunity to question him on Thursday. Hegseth previously endured a nearly six-hour House Armed Services Committee hearing, where he was pressed by Democrats…

The Independent UK

PMQs latest: Starmer refuses to say if Rachel Reeves will keep job as chancellor in rumoured reshuffle

Sir Keir Starmer took questions from MPs the day after avoiding an inquiry into claims he misled Parliament over the Peter Mandelson vetting saga.

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Family accounts would be mandated for kids in chatbots bill

A bipartisan Senate bill unveiled Tuesday would govern kids and teens’ use of artificial intelligence chatbots by leaning on parental controls and would prohibit chatbots from using minors’ data for targeted advertising. The bill comes ahead of a Senate Judiciary Committee markup this week of a separate bill meant to…

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Missing Scientists Mystery Hits Deadline Day as FBI and Four Agencies Must Brief Congress Today

The House Oversight Committee's 27 April deadline forces the FBI, NASA, the Energy Department, and the Pentagon to brief Congress on missing scientists. The Pentagon already states no active probes exist.

International Business Times UK

Ghislaine Maxwell Might Get Pardoned? Reports Claim Only 6 of 25 GOP House Oversight Committee Members Say She Shouldn't Be

A divide within the Republican Party over pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell highlights fractures in handling her controversial case, with implications for justice and political strategy.

International Business Times UK

Rep. Cory Mills Says He Won't Resign Despite Misconduct Allegations And Resignation Of Colleagues

Republican Rep. Cory Mills said he won't resign from Congress despite allegations of misconduct and an ongoing investigation by the House Ethics Committee, as well as recent resignations from colleagues facing similar accusations.

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Johnson willing to ‘lead’ push for sexual misconduct overhauls

As revelations of sexual misconduct continue to ripple through Congress, calls for change are dominating the halls — so much so that Speaker Mike Johnson said he’d lead the cause himself. “We are looking at every potential avenue to tighten up the rules and make sure that women have an…

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Key points: Olly Robbins gives evidence on Lord Mandelson vetting scandal

The sacked civil servant was answering questions at the Commons Foreign Affairs Committee.

Evening Standard

Earl's Court gambling arcade blocked following Bianca Jagger protest

Silvertime Amusements Limited had hoped to move its current operation on the busy west London road to a bigger venue on the same street

Evening Standard

Sarah Ferguson 'claims royals have abandoned her and fears returning to UK'

Source close to former Duchess of York speaks out as she tracked to a £2,000-a-night chalet in the Alps

Evening Standard

‘The survivors deserve justice’: Jasmine Crockett isn’t letting Pam Bondi off the hook just because she’s been fired

In a bold move, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) announced on Tuesday, April 15, 2026, that Democrats will move to hold former Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt for failing to appear for a deposition as part of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe. This decision comes…

The Mary Sue

Pam Bondi could face contempt charges over Epstein testimony after failing to show up for deposition

Former attorney general is ‘evading a lawful congressional subpoena,’ according to top Democrat on House Oversight Committee

The Independent UK

Winning the AI ‘arms race’ holds appeal for both parties

When House Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., said the U.S. “is in an AI arms race with China” at a markup in January, it was routine. Earlier that month, at a House Ways and Means subcommittee hearing, Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, aired his worry that the words…

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The Independent UK

Eric Swalwell faces ethics probe after dropping out of California governor race

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House Ethics Committee begins probe into Rep. Eric Swalwell after sex abuse allegations

Many Democrats say they would support his expulsion alongside that of other members of Congress facing ethics investigations

Reason

President Trump's Libel Lawsuit Over Wall Street Journal Article on Epstein's Birthday Letters Dismissed

The court concludes that Trump hadn't adequately alleged facts that would support a finding that the defendants knew the article was false (or were reckless about the prospect); Trump has an opportunity to file an amended complaint if he can identify such facts.

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Texas House Democrats who walked out over congressional map fined over $8,000 each

A Republican-led House committee approved the penalties Friday, charging Democrats $500 for each day they were absent, plus costs borne by law enforcement to bring them back.

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‘There it is’: Trump’s real reason for firing Bondi is now clear as day, and Democrats are crying foul

The legal spotlight on former Attorney General Pam Bondi has intensified following the cancellation of her scheduled testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Originally set for April 14, this appearance was meant to address the Department of Justice’s handling of the extensive Jeffrey Epstein files.

The Guardian - US

Pam Bondi will not appear at scheduled House hearing on Epstein files, DoJ says

Justice department says Bondi will not appear for House deposition since she was ousted as US attorney general

The Independent UK

Justice Department says Pam Bondi won’t appear at Epstein hearing after Trump fired her

Ousted attorney general won’t comply with congressional subpoena because she is no longer in office, DOJ says

International Business Times UK

Why Is Microsoft Founder Bill Gates Testifying About Jeffrey Epstein?

Bill Gates will testify in the Epstein probe, welcoming the investigation and denying any involvement in illegal activity.

Roll Call

Pamela Bondi will not appear at a House deposition over Epstein files

Pamela Bondi will not appear for her scheduled deposition next week as part of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s investigation of deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a panel spokesperson said Wednesday. The panel stipulated the April 14 deposition date in a letter to the then-attorney general last month,…

The Independent UK

Bill Gates scheduled to testify to House Oversight committee in Jeffrey Epstein investigation

Microsoft co-founder, and Trump’s commerce secretary Howard Lutnick, among several high-profile figures to give sworn interviews

International Business Times

Lawmakers Call For Pam Bondi's Testimony About Epstein Files Despite Her Firing

Before her firing, former Attorney General Pam Bondi had been served a subpoena to testify in front of Congress about the release of the files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

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