Australian farmers warned of looming mouse plague: ‘Like a horror story’ Elevated rodent numbers recorded across broad stretch of country The Independent UK · Apr 22
Arizona congresswoman is coming for Jared Kushner and wants him under oath for selling out American foreign policy The line between service and self-interest gets tested. We Got This Covered · Apr 22
Beneath Trump's ballroom legal case: A brief history of the White House bunker President Donald Trump’s court fight over the $400 million White House East Wing ballroom casts some light on an underground bunker at the site The Independent UK · Apr 22
S&P Futures Climb as Investors Cheer U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension, Tesla Earnings in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending up +0.56% this morning as sentiment improved after U.S. President Donald Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran. Barchart · Apr 22
Kash Patel sued a news pundit for saying he spent more time in nightclubs than at the office. The lawsuit got thrown out. FBI director had sued MS NOW pundit Frank Figliuzzi for suggesting he spent more time on nights out than in the office, a remark a Texas judge ruled was not defamatory because it had clearly been intended as a joke The Independent UK · Apr 22
UK welcomes ceasefire extension after ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called for a ‘full reopening’ of the key shipping passage. Evening Standard · Apr 22
What rising inflation rate means for your money The Iran war has sent inflation higher again and interest rates could yet follow The Independent UK · Apr 22
Who Controls the Nuclear Codes? Concerns Raised Over Donald Trump and Presidential Authority A claim by a former CIA officer about Trump attempting to use nuclear codes remains unverified, sparking discussions on presidential authority and nuclear launch procedures. International Business Times UK · Apr 22
Iran claims US exploited networking equipment backdoors during strikes — says devices from Cisco and others failed despite blackout in attack that 'indicates deep sabotage' Iranian state media has alleged that equipment from Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, and MikroTik failed during U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran. Tom’s Hardware · Apr 22
Marjorie Taylor Greene says Donald Trump has ‘gone insane’ in his rhetoric towards Iran Marjorie Taylor Greene has claimed Donald Trump has “gone insane” in his rhetoric towards Iran. The Independent UK · Apr 22
Tui cuts profit forecast as effects of Iran war cost travel group €40m Firm had to repatriate almost 12,000 guests and staff, including from two cruise ships in Abu Dhabi and Doha The Guardian - UK · Apr 22
How Does This Iran Oil Crisis Compare to the 1979 Iran Oil Crisis? Americans faced a similar oil crisis 47 years ago. Here’s how today compares. Kiplinger · Apr 22
Ukraine wants a Zelenskyy-Putin summit to jolt stalled US-led peace efforts Kyiv’s top diplomat says Ukraine is pushing for direct talks between President Zelenskyy and Russian President Putin The Independent UK · Apr 22
‘Your eyes have mesmerized me’: Nuclear chief escorted from Pentagon after being caught on video blabbering state secrets to impress pretty lady "You're not a spy, right?" We Got This Covered · Apr 22
The Times of India · Apr 22 Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad Iran has executed Mehdi Farid, convicted of espionage for Israel's Mossad. The judiciary stated Farid was found guilty of "intelligence cooperation and espionage for the Zionist regime." This execution follows a series of recent hangings linked to protests authorities allege were instigated by foreign powers.
The Times of India · Apr 22 Middle East on edge again: Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz Tensions flared in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's Revolutionary Guard fired on a container ship, causing damage. Another cargo vessel reported being fired upon. These incidents complicate US-Iran diplomatic efforts, despite a US ceasefire extension and Pakistan's mediation. The strategic waterway, crucial for global energy, remains under pressure amid…
The Independent UK · Apr 22 UK inflation: The items that jumped – and fell – in price in March Inflation has primarily been driven by a sharp increase in petrol, diesel, and air fares
The Independent UK · Apr 22 Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as fragile Iran ceasefire cracks IN FULL
Euronews · Apr 22 UK inflation hits 3.3% as Iran war drives energy costs higher British consumer prices rose at a faster pace in March, reaching 3.3% as the ongoing Iran war sent fuel prices soaring. The data has forced markets to reassess expectations for the Bank of England, with a previously anticipated interest rate cut next week now looking very unlikely.
The Independent UK · Apr 22 Trump unleashes furious rant over Wall Street Journal claim that Iran ‘takes him for a sucker’ US President was accused of ‘blinking’ in conflict by ordering ceasefire extension
The Times of India · Apr 22 ‘Ceasefire not open-ended’: Trump gives Iran ‘another three to five days’ to come up with unified proposal President Trump has reportedly given Iran a narrow three-to-five-day window to present a unified negotiation proposal. This limited ceasefire extension, requested by Pakistani leaders, aims to push Tehran to consolidate its position before Washington determines its next steps. The White House also announced Vice President Vance's trip to Pakistan for…
Evening Standard · Apr 22 Shoe Zone set to slump to loss as it warns over Iran war hit to trading The retailer said the Middle East conflict was partly to blame for lower shopper confidence and is also pushing up costs.
The Times of India · Apr 22 ‘Lift the blockade’: Iran sets condition for round two of peace talks in Pakistan Iran has set a clear precondition for resuming negotiations with the United States, with its UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani stating that talks can only proceed if Washington lifts its naval blockade.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 22 Tehran’s embattled Jewish community endures despite Israeli bombing of synagogue Members of Rafi’ Nia synagogue braved airstrikes to celebrate Passover hours before it was destroyed