The foreign minister of Oman, Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, is working behind the scenes to keep U. S. and Iranian leaders talking about Tehran’s nuclear program. He says that peace is still possible if the talks are allowed to continue and that no other option—such as military action—can solve the pro
Steffy Forrester Finnegan finds herself in a tricky spot when her mother, Taylor Hayes, confirms that her affair with Deacon Sharpe has ended. She’s relieved because it means she won’t have to cut Taylor off from her own family, but worries that Deacon might still tempt the older woman. Steffy feels
A few months ago a rumor started that a new phone, the Trump T1, might be based on an older model from HTC. The idea came after a reader noticed many similarities between the T1 and the HTC U24 Pro, a device that launched in 2024 for about $600. Both phones share a sharp, angled body and a curved sc
The ACE Eddie Awards celebrated the best in film and television editing with a mix of familiar names and fresh faces. Warner Bros’ “Sinners” earned the top honor for a dramatic feature, while Netflix’s animated hit “KPop Demon Hunters” claimed the award for best edited animated film. The ceremony hi
The 2026 college football season is shaping up to be a quarterback showcase, with nine programs boasting standout talents who have already made waves on the field. In this lineup, a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars promise to keep fans on their toes. Arch Manning from Texas tops the list.
San Mateo County Health has teamed up with Santa Clara County Public Health to warn people about a new measles case. The infected person is an adult who traveled abroad and lives in Santa Clara County. He has received the MMR vaccine but is now staying at home to prevent spread. The patient ate at
Scientists used the process of turning wild plants into crops as a living laboratory. They studied 13 different species, measuring between 11 and 57 traits that can be seen or counted. By comparing each species with its wild relatives, they found a clear pattern: most plants lose diversity in
The former U. S. president announced that the United States might consider a “friendly takeover” of Cuba, stirring fresh controversy as diplomatic tensions between Washington and Havana reach new heights. He said the Cuban government is in a difficult situation and that talks are underway, hinting a
A draft plan that would let the president step into election control is being shared by groups who oppose voting rights. The document, dated April 12, 2025, claims to create a national emergency and gives the president power over elections. It was first posted by a social media page linked to a Mary
The newest entry in the Poppy Playtime saga has smashed previous sales figures, reaching 175, 000 copies sold on its first day and staying at the top of Steam’s Global Top Sellers for over a full day. The game also topped Twitch viewership charts at launch, showing how much hype the community builds
