U.S.-Iran ceasefire takes hold as attacks hit Gulf

Three Middle East nations reported new strikes, while Tehran said its oil sites were struck.

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Israel says Lebanon not included in ceasefire

Iran’s army remains 'on the trigger,’ former IRGC commander says
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A senior official and former IRGC commander said the hands of Iran’s armed forces remain on the trigger despite the ceasefire until the country’s interests are secured.
Trump ‘chose mercy’ with Iran ceasefire, Hegseth says
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In a press briefing at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Hegseth said President Trump “chose mercy” in Iran, adding that Iran’s leadership accepted a two-week ceasefire “under overwhelming pressure.”

Deal comes after Trump said a 'whole civilization will die'

The two-week pause is contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran proposed a plan to end the war.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Trump 'chose mercy' with Iran

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It's an encouraging sign for Democrats, though results in lower-turnout special elections don't translate exactly to November.

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Clay Fuller wins special election for Marjorie Taylor Greene's old seat

Fuller, a prosecutor who won Trump's endorsement, defeated Democrat Shawn Harris for the deep-red seat, NBC News projects.

Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding liberals' majority

NBC News projects Taylor defeated conservative Maria Lazar, marking four straight victories for Democratic-backed candidates in the battleground state's high court elections.

Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect heads to court for expected guilty plea

More than a decade ago, authorities found 11 sets of human remains in Gilgo Beach. Most of the them belonged to sex workers.

Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect heads to court for expected guilty plea

More than a decade ago, authorities found 11 sets of human remains in Gilgo Beach. Most of the them belonged to sex workers.

Accused Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann Attends Court Hearing

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'Ketamine Queen' set for sentencing in Matthew Perry overdose death

Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty last year to illegally selling ketamine that killed the "Friends" actor and faces 15 years in prison.

'Ketamine Queen' set for sentencing in Matthew Perry overdose death

Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty last year to illegally selling ketamine that killed the "Friends" actor and faces 15 years in prison.

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NASA crew shares astonishing photos from moon fly-by

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NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman is with his late wife Carroll Taylor Wiseman alongside a portion of the Moon coming into view along the terminator, the boundary between lunar day and night where low-angle sunlight casts long, dramatic shadows across the surface, as seen from the Orion spacecraft on April 6, 2026.

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Artemis II crew tearfully proposes to name moon crater after astronaut's late wife

Video captured the moment the astronauts proposed naming a crater after Reid Wiseman's wife, Carroll Wiseman, who died of cancer in 2020.

Taylor Frankie Paul alleges 'pattern of abusive conduct' by ex Dakota Mortensen

Paul detailed four incidents of alleged domestic violence involving Mortensen, including stalking and harassment.

Taylor Frankie Paul alleges 'pattern of abusive conduct' by ex Dakota Mortensen

Paul detailed four incidents of alleged domestic violence involving Mortensen, including stalking and harassment.

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Signs, seats and turf: Bills fans grab pieces of legendary stadium before demolition

Ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ move to a new home, fans were able to take home parts of Highmark Stadium.

Signs, seats and turf: Bills fans grab pieces of legendary stadium before demolition

Ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ move to a new home, fans were able to take home parts of Highmark Stadium.

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Hegseth says Trump chose 'mercy' in dealing with Iran