Day: April 30, 2026

The Wall Street Journal Apr 30, 2026

Oil Prices Jump to New War-time High

Plus: The conflict in the Middle East deals a blow to Europe’s hopes for an economic revival. And, the White House opposes Anthropic’s plan to expand access to its powerful Mythos AI model over securi…

The Wall Street Journal Apr 30, 2026

Big Tech Rakes In the AI Revenue

A.M. Edition for April 30. After several years of massive infrastructure spending, four of the biggest names in tech reported sales growth yesterday thanks to the proliferation of AI tools. WSJ deputy…

FOX News Podcasts Apr 30, 2026

A National “Reset”: How The Supreme Court Just Shook Up The Midterms

The Supreme Court has struck down Louisiana’s redrawn congressional map in a decision that could have a massive impact on this year’s midterm elections and the current nationwide redistricting fight. …

PBS News Apr 30, 2026

April 29, 2026 – PBS News Hour full episode

Wednesday on the News Hour, a Supreme Court decision weakens the Voting Rights Act. Hegseth and other Pentagon officials face congressional scrutiny for the first time since the start of the Iran war….

FOX News Podcasts Apr 29, 2026

Royal Visit Amid Iran Tensions With The UK

It has happened before, the United States and Great Britain are not in full agreement over a military conflict, and the British Royal Family intervenes diplomatically. This week had another historic v…

CBS News Apr 29, 2026

04/29/2026

Defense Secretary faces grilling by lawmakers about the war in Iran. Supreme Court weakens a landmark Civil Rights-era law Man charged with trying to kill President Trump at the White House Correspond…

BBC World Service Apr 29, 2026

Man arrested after two Jewish men stabbed in London

A man’s been arrested after two Jewish men were stabbed in London, in what the police are calling a terrorist attack. It’s the latest in a series of violent antisemitic attacks in the UK. We hear some…

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

Fed Holds Rates Steady and Ends the Powell Era Deeply Divided

P.M. Edition for April 29. In an unusual move, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said today that he plans to stay on the Fed’s board after his term as chair ends next month. WSJ economics reporter M…

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

Stocks Waver as a Split Fed Holds Rates Steady

Fed Chair Jerome Powell said he’s staying on the board past the end of his term next month. Plus: Meta shares fall after hours, following an earnings report showing increased capital expenditures. Sig…

CNN Podcasts Apr 29, 2026

James Comey’s Indictment and Global Turmoil

CNN’s Situation Room, anchored by Pamela Brown, covers multiple breaking stories: former FBI Director James Comey is expected to self-surrender at a federal courthouse in Virginia after a grand jury i…

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

Kevin Warsh Is Now One Step Closer to Being the Next Fed Chair

Plus: The Supreme Court curbs the use of race to redraw congressional maps. And the families of seven mass shooting victims are suing OpenAI for negligence. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for WSJ’s free W…

CBS News Apr 29, 2026

04/29/2026

Comey re-indicted. ABC in FCC crosshairs in Trump Kimmel feud. Tornadoes touch down. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has those stories and more on the World News Roundup podcast. To learn more abo…

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

How Starbucks Is Dodging Dismal Consumer Sentiment

A.M. Edition for April 29. President Trump instructs aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, to compel the regime to give up its nuclear ambitions. Plus, tech stocks prepare to take center …

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

How Starbucks Is Dodging Dismal Consumer Sentiment

A.M. Edition for April 29. President Trump instructs aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, to compel the regime to give up its nuclear ambitions. Plus, tech stocks prepare to take center …

The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026

How Starbucks Is Dodging Dismal Consumer Sentiment

A.M. Edition for April 29. President Trump instructs aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, to compel the regime to give up its nuclear ambitions. Plus, tech stocks prepare to take center …

bbc Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine accuses Israel of receiving shipments of grain ‘stolen’ by Russia

Israel’s foreign minister says it has received no evidence to support the claim that a vessel carrying grain from occupied Ukraine has reached Haifa….

The Washington Post Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine took Russia’s best punch. It wants to teach Europe what it learned.

The country’s fighters gave the continent’s defense chiefs a blunt message: You forgot how to fight. We can help….

The Spectator Apr 28, 2026

How the Ukraine war could end in revolt

Ukraine and Russia are exhausted. Neither side is close to defeat and yet discontent is growing on both sides. In Russia, open criticism of the regime is spreading. Social media influencers have, biza…

WTOP News Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more……

The Independent Apr 28, 2026

Kim Jong Un confirms self-destruct policy for North Korean fighters in Ukraine war

North Korean dictator gives first public acknowledgement that troops were ordered to kill themselves to avoid capture by Ukrainian forces…

POLITICO Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine hammers Russian Black Sea oil facilities

“There is another serious state of emergency in Tuapse after an attack by enemy drones,” says local governor….

Al Jazeera Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine summons Israeli ambassador over ‘stolen’ grain shipments

The diplomatic spat unfolds as Ukrainian drones hit Russia’s Tuapse oil refinery, causing a ‘massive’ fire….

NDTV Apr 28, 2026

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Confirms Soldier ‘Self-Blasting’ Policy In Ukraine

Speaking at an event to inaugurate a memorial in Pyongyang for North Koreans who have died in Ukraine, Kim Jong Un twice mentioned soldiers who had “self-blasted”…

Reuters Apr 28, 2026

Drone attack causes fire at Russia’s Tuapse refinery, authorities say

Ukrainian drones attacked Russia’s Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea, causing a ​fire, authorities said on Tuesday….

The Independent Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Germany suggests Kyiv will have to cede territory to achieve peace and EU membership…

Prospect of EU membership could be used to convince Ukrainians to back peace deal in a referendum, Friedrich Merz says…

The Kyiv Independent Apr 28, 2026

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russian oil storage tanks before flames from previous attacks extinguished

Ukrainian drones targeted oil storage tanks in Tuapse, Russia, before flames from previous strikes could be extinguished overnight on April 28, social media channels reported….

the Guardian Apr 28, 2026

Ukraine war briefing: Arrests over Russian GRU-linked murder plots in Lithuania

Fundraiser for Ukraine was among targets, Lithuanian authorities allege; Kyiv collars Israel over Russian shipments of stolen Ukrainian grain. What we know on day 1,525…

Institute for the Study of War Apr 28, 2026

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 27, 2026

The Russian MoD issued a response to concerns about its ongoing issues with Russia’s Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) recruitment drive…

The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com Apr 27, 2026

Ukraine summons Israeli envoy in protest of Russian vessel’s arrival in Haifa

A Ukrainian diplomatic source told Reuters earlier that Israel risks a diplomatic and legal response from Kyiv if it allows the vessel, Panormitis, to dock in the northern Israeli city….

Reuters Apr 27, 2026

North Korea unveils memorial for troops killed in Ukraine war

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opens for a memorial for North Korean soldiers killed while fighting for Russia against Ukraine. Western officials say more than 6,000 North Korean soldiers have been k…

Kyiv Post Apr 27, 2026

Merz Says Ukraine’s EU Path Key to Ending War With Russia

The German chancellor said deeper EU integration for Ukraine could be crucial to securing public support for a future peace deal with Russia in which Kyiv might be forced to vote on ceding lands….

Haaretz Apr 27, 2026

EU mulls sanctions on Israelis over stolen Ukrainian wheat smuggled from Russia

The EU Said It Condemns ‘All Actions That Help Fund Russia’s Illegal War Effort and Circumvent Sanctions’ After Another Ship Suspected of Carrying Grain Stolen From Occupied Territory in Ukraine Arriv…

PBS News Apr 27, 2026

Russian drone attack wounds 14 in Odesa, while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russian-held Kherson

Ukraine intercepts more than 90% of the drones but needs more American-made Patriot air defense missiles, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said….

thetimes Apr 27, 2026

‘It’s like scoring a goal’: how Ukraine’s cheap drones take out Shaheds

The Sting interceptors have an impressive strike rate and cost a fraction of the price of Russian drones. Now Ukraine has a dilemma: should it export them?…

Business Insider Apr 27, 2026

Russia’s new cruise missile full of Western parts: Ukrainian intel

Foreign parts continue to find their way into Russian weaponry, despite sweeping efforts to isolate Moscow….

Los Angeles Times Apr 27, 2026

Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that Russia has fired approximately 1,900 attack drones, nearly 1,400 powerful guided aerial bombs and around 60 missiles of various types at Ukraine…

Ukrainska Pravda Apr 27, 2026

Drones every day. How Ukraine has caught up with Russia in long-range UAV numbers

Ukrainian long-range drones are more frequently striking targets deep inside Russia and are becoming an ever more significant factor in the war. According to open-source data, the number of Ukrainian …

NDTV Apr 27, 2026

‘Stop f**king Eating People’: Ukraine Claims Russians Cannibalising Troops

There are at least five cases where Russian soldiers ate their fellow comrades….

ABC News Apr 27, 2026

A predawn Russian drone strike hits Ukraine’s Odesa, wounding 14; 2 killed in Russian-held Kherson

Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern city of Odesa has wounded 14 people, including two children…

Business Insider Apr 27, 2026

Russia hits shortage for antidrone air defense missiles, Ukraine says

Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russia is running low on missiles for Ukraine’s drones, indicating Moscow is also facing stockpile concerns….

France 24 Apr 27, 2026

Kim Jong-un reaffirms North Korea’s support for Russia’s ‘sacred’ Ukraine war

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un reaffirmed support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and vowed to help Moscow achieve victory in its “sacred war”. Pyongyang has sent missiles, munitions and thousands……

euronews Apr 27, 2026

At least 16 killed in Russia’s war on Ukraine on Chernobyl anniversary

Russian drone and missile strikes on the city of Dnipro killed at least nine, Ukrainian authorities said Sunday, while Russian officials claimed one man was killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on the p…

The Kyiv Independent Apr 27, 2026

Nearly 214,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Russian independent media outlet Mediazona, in collaboration with the BBC Russian service, has confirmed the identities of 213,858 Russian military personnel killed in Ukraine….

Institute for the Study of War Apr 26, 2026

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 26, 2026

Ukraine’s long-range strike campaign continues to exploit overstretched Russian air defenses to damage military assets in Russia….

CBC Apr 26, 2026

Ukraine marks 40th Chornobyl anniversary amid fears war with Russia could repeat disaster

Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia’s four-year war could spark a repeat of the world’s worst nuclear accident that led to thousands o…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Mystery surrounds Cole Tomas Allen and frantic moments of D.C. attack

AI BriefRussia Succession Fears and Religious Conspiracy DebunkedWednesday, April 29, 20264:25 PMAnalysts are looking into the murky future of Russian leadership as experts weigh potential successors …

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Facts and opinions: “Orthodox Judaism” is the Global Laundromat cum Intelligence collection hubs. True or False?…

AI BriefAnalyzing Russian Succession and Debunking ConspiraciesTuesday, April 28, 20269:40 AMSummarySecurity experts are digging into what a post-Putin Russia might look like, highlighting a system de…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Putin and Putinism

Putin and Putinism Apr 29, 2026 Ukraine-Russia war latest: US ambassador to Kyiv to leave ‘over differences with Trump’ Julie Davis will leave role amid a lull in negotiations to end the conflict… A…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Elon Musk

Elon Musk Dogecoin and Bitcoin Forecast 29/04 Dogecoin and Bitcoin Forecast 29/04 DailyForex… Apr 29, 2026 Can Dogecoin break higher? DOGE reclaims $0.10 as bulls return Can Dogecoin break higher? D…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Blogs

Blogs Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026 It is Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Early morning reports are dominated by a deepening geopolitical crisis involving the U.S. and Iran, alongside key domes…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Audio News Review

Audio News Review The Wall Street Journal Apr 29, 2026 Trump Extends Iran Blockade Despite Rising Gas Prices Plus: The White House warns of major travel disruptions as DHS funding hurtles toward a May…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Video

Video Liz Truss Blames ‘Fake News’ for Trump’s Low UK Approval Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss tells NewsNation that low approval ratings for President Donald Trump among British residents com…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Putin and Putinism

Putin and Putinism Apr 28, 2026 Putin meets Araghchi, praises Iranians for resistance to US Europe News: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday praised the Iranian people for battling to stay inde…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Brooklyn

Brooklyn REUTERS Apr 29, 2026 Russia’s shadow fleet continues passing UK waters despite boarding threat In the month after Starmer’s March 25 threat, at least 98 Russian vessels subject to UK sanction…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

Tweets – Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

Tweets – Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter #FBI #CIA #ODNI WHCD Shooting is called “the cheap fake show” on Twitter. Is it? Can the PATTERN be traced? Is this a legitimate lead for investigations,…

Michael Novakhov (Mike Nova) Apr 29, 2026

FBI News

FBI News @AmericaOnlyNP Apr 26, 2026 #Israel, #CharlieKirkAssassination, @realDonaldTrump, #FBI Coordinating Shootings, & #Mossad orchastrating Murder @MaxBlumenthal @ChrisLynnHedges How #Wisconsin Po…