Monday, April 20, 2026
Lesbian Visibility Week Mega Bundle 2026 launches on itch.io
cultureLesbian Visibility Week Mega Bundle 2026 launches on itch.io
Organizers release a 94-item sapphic book bundle for $40 to mark Lesbian Visibility Week, April 20, 26
Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million
journalismKash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million
FBI director Kash Patel filed a $250M defamation suit over an Atlantic article alleging heavy drinking and unexplained absences
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, players share islands and custom miis
gamingTomodachi Life: Living the Dream, players share islands and custom miis
Nintendo’s Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (released Apr 16) has fans obsessing over island updates, custom miis and price complaints
Virginia voters urged to Vote YES on April 21 referendum
politicsVirginia voters urged to Vote YES on April 21 referendum
Ballot would allow the General Assembly to redraw congressional districts before 2031; activists push turnout April 21
Report says Trump was blocked from accessing nuclear codes
newsReport says Trump was blocked from accessing nuclear codes
Mirror reports the head of the U.S. military refused Trump's attempt to access nuclear codes during a White House meeting
Israeli soldier filmed destroying Jesus statue in Lebanon
newsIsraeli soldier filmed destroying Jesus statue in Lebanon
Photo shows an IDF soldier striking a crucifix statue in southern Lebanon; army confirmed the image is authentic and opened an investigation
middleeasteye.net
Patrick Muldoon dies at 57
tvPatrick Muldoon dies at 57
Actor Patrick Muldoon, known for Days of Our Lives, Melrose Place and Starship Troopers, died April 19 of a heart attack at 57
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EDSBS Charitibundi Bowl 2026 goes live
sportsEDSBS Charitibundi Bowl 2026 goes live
The 20th Charitibundi Bowl launches with a new game format, Money Cannon leaderboard and community donation drives
Wembanyama scores 35 as Spurs beat Trail Blazers 111-98
sportsWembanyama scores 35 as Spurs beat Trail Blazers 111-98
Victor Wembanyama pours in 35 points in his playoff debut to lead San Antonio to a 111-98 Game 1 win.
sportskeeda.com
Last day to register to vote in England ahead of May 7 local elections
politicsLast day to register to vote in England ahead of May 7 local elections
April 20 deadline to register for the local elections and devolved polls on May 7, many posts urging last-minute registration
theguardian.com
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off northeastern Japan, tsunami warning issued
news7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off northeastern Japan, tsunami warning issued
Japan Meteorological Agency reports M7.4 off Sanriku coast; tsunami warnings and evacuations issued for Hokkaido and Tohoku
bbc.com
About 120 veterans arrested after protest inside U.S. Capitol over Iran war
newsAbout 120 veterans arrested after protest inside U.S. Capitol over Iran war
Roughly 120 military veterans from an anti-war group protested inside the Capitol against the Iran war; many were taken into custody.
John Ternus to replace Tim Cook as Apple CEO
techJohn Ternus to replace Tim Cook as Apple CEO
Apple names John Ternus its next CEO, effective Sept. 1, while Tim Cook will become executive chairman.
Victor Wembanyama named NBA Defensive Player of the Year
sportsVictor Wembanyama named NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Spurs 22-year-old wins 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, youngest and first unanimous winner
nba.com
Fire Emblem marks 36th anniversary and Lucina's birthday
gamingFire Emblem marks 36th anniversary and Lucina's birthday
Fans celebrate Fire Emblem's 36th anniversary alongside Lucina's birthday with original art, favorite character polls and livestreamed PvP battles across the Bluesky community.
John Oliver examines prediction markets on Last Week Tonight
tvJohn Oliver examines prediction markets on Last Week Tonight
Oliver details insider‑trading risks in polymarkets and highlights investor ties, including Don Jr.'s.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie again leads North American box office
moviesSuper Mario Galaxy Movie again leads North American box office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Project Hail Mary dominated this weekend’s North American box office, outpacing Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.
gamerdad.com
First look, Duncan Jones' Rogue Trooper animated film
moviesFirst look, Duncan Jones' Rogue Trooper animated film
Duncan Jones unveils hand-crafted animated adaptation of 2000 AD's Rogue Trooper with first images and a short teaser.
deadline.com
French prosecutors summon Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino in X probe
newsFrench prosecutors summon Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino in X probe
Paris prosecutors have summoned Musk and former X CEO Linda Yaccarino for questioning in a probe into alleged child sexual‑abuse images and deepfakes.
apnews.comU.S. opens portal for $166 billion in tariff refund claims
financeU.S. opens portal for $166 billion in tariff refund claims
U.S. Customs launched the CAPE portal to let importers and businesses file claims for roughly $166 billion in tariff refunds
bbc.com
Practical Magic 2 teaser reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman
moviesPractical Magic 2 teaser reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman
First trailer released for Practical Magic 2, in theaters Sept. 11, with Lee Pace and Maisie Williams joining the cast
Speed Racer returns to IMAX in limited rerelease
moviesSpeed Racer returns to IMAX in limited rerelease
Fans report packed IMAX screenings for the 4K remaster, with strong crowd reactions to the theatrical presentation
Roberts led 2016 Clean Power Plan stay, new reporting shows
newsRoberts led 2016 Clean Power Plan stay, new reporting shows
NYT-sourced materials and Steve Vladeck's analysis show Roberts pushed emergency relief to block the 2016 Clean Power Plan.
open.substack.com
Ukrainian drones hit Tuapse oil refinery, large fire and casualties reported
newsUkrainian drones hit Tuapse oil refinery, large fire and casualties reported
Drones struck the Tuapse refinery/port in Krasnodar Krai overnight, igniting major blazes; local officials say at least one person was killed and others injured.
Ana Paula Renault informed of her father's death during BBB26
tvAna Paula Renault informed of her father's death during BBB26
Production showed Ana Paula a family message; her father died two days before the show's final
cnnbrasil.com.br
Diane Abbott presses Keir Starmer over Peter Mandelson vetting
politicsDiane Abbott presses Keir Starmer over Peter Mandelson vetting
Abbott asks why Starmer did not directly question Mandelson's past vetting when appointing him
Premier League, Haaland winner tightens title race; City linked to Cherki
sportsPremier League, Haaland winner tightens title race; City linked to Cherki
Erling Haaland scored a second‑half winner to cut Arsenal's lead; reports say Manchester City have agreed a deal for Rayan Cherki.
SAVE Act shelved after John Thune pulls support
newsSAVE Act shelved after John Thune pulls support
Senate Majority Leader John Thune quietly stepped back from advancing the SAVE Act, effectively blocking the GOP bill.
Palantir manifesto urges tech to prioritize national security
techPalantir manifesto urges tech to prioritize national security
A published manifesto from Palantir argues Silicon Valley owes a 'moral debt' to the country and calls for closer tech‑state ties
Forza Horizon 6 limited edition controller and headset revealed
gamingForza Horizon 6 limited edition controller and headset revealed
Xbox unveiled Forza Horizon 6 limited edition controller and wireless headset, with preorders opening April 21 and MS Store pricing listed.
UK bars anti-Islam influencer Valentina Gomez from speaking
newsUK bars anti-Islam influencer Valentina Gomez from speaking
Home Office revoked authorization, blocking the U.S.-based influencer from attending the Unite the Kingdom rally in London on May 16.
theguardian.com
Vampire Crawlers review, a roguelike deckbuilder spin-off wins praise
gamingVampire Crawlers review, a roguelike deckbuilder spin-off wins praise
Poncle’s Vampire Crawlers recasts Vampire Survivors as a dungeon‑crawling, deckbuilding roguelike and earns strong critical reviews.
Witch Hat Atelier Episode 4 changes magic system
tvWitch Hat Atelier Episode 4 changes magic system
Episode 4 appears to retcon the show's magic rules, shifting Light magic's role.
Netflix Gundam live-action begins production, Sydney Sweeney leads cast
tvNetflix Gundam live-action begins production, Sydney Sweeney leads cast
Live-action Gundam films on the Gold Coast starring Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo, production now underway
U.S. military strike kills 3 on suspected drug boat in Caribbean
newsU.S. military strike kills 3 on suspected drug boat in Caribbean
U.S. forces say a strike on an alleged drug‑trafficking vessel in the Caribbean Sea killed three people.
Artemis II astronaut posts iPhone video of Earth setting behind Moon
scienceArtemis II astronaut posts iPhone video of Earth setting behind Moon
Reid Wiseman shares a 53-second 'Earthset' clip filmed through Orion during the Artemis II lunar flyby
University Challenge final, Edinburgh vs Manchester
tvUniversity Challenge final, Edinburgh vs Manchester
The quiz show's grand final airs tonight as University of Edinburgh faces Manchester in the title match
Run BTS 2.0 teaser, three OT7 trip episodes set
tvRun BTS 2.0 teaser, three OT7 trip episodes set
Trailer released; first three Run BTS 2.0 episodes scheduled April 23, April 30 and May 5, centered on an OT7 trip format.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced showcase set for April 23
gamingAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced showcase set for April 23
Ubisoft will hold a Worldwide Reveal Showcase for Black Flag Resynced on April 23 at 9 AM PT
Cherry blossom season blooms, plus The Division 2 Cherry Blossom event
natureCherry blossom season blooms, plus The Division 2 Cherry Blossom event
Real-world cherry blossoms peak while The Division 2 launches an in-game Cherry Blossom event with Twitch drops Apr 21, May 12
Crystal Palace v West Ham, Premier League live preview
sportsCrystal Palace v West Ham, Premier League live preview
Key London derby could shift standings; a West Ham win would extend their gap with Spurs, live updates expected.
theguardian.comReport finds burning wood for power worse than gas, even with carbon capture
scienceReport finds burning wood for power worse than gas, even with carbon capture
Study says biomass power can produce higher CO2 emissions for decades, undermining UK BECCS subsidy plans
theguardian.com
Cross Ange and other series added to Super Robot Wars Y DLC
tvCross Ange and other series added to Super Robot Wars Y DLC
SRW Y expansion pack includes Ideon, Cross Ange, Idolmaster Xenoglossia, Star Driver and more in new DLC
Cavaliers take 2-0 series lead over Raptors
sportsCavaliers take 2-0 series lead over Raptors
Cleveland beats Toronto 115-105, takes 2-0 lead in first-round series; Mitchell 30, Harden 28, Mobley 25
The Archers episode focuses on Helen's farm decision
tvThe Archers episode focuses on Helen's farm decision
Helen must decide whether to send the Angus cattle to Casey Meats or slaughter them at Bridge Farm; writers used a database, not an archivist
Shuhei Yoshida says Jim Ryan fired him from PlayStation Studios
gamingShuhei Yoshida says Jim Ryan fired him from PlayStation Studios
Yoshida says he was removed after refusing what he calls 'ridiculous' demands, ending his leadership role at PlayStation Studios.
Capcom teases more major releases after Resident Evil Requiem
gamingCapcom teases more major releases after Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom says it's 'not done with 2026' after Resident Evil Requiem, Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Pragmata, hinting at further releases.
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid misconduct investigation
newsLabor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid misconduct investigation
Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned as investigators probe alleged misuse of Labor Department resources and staff texts.
nytimes.comKing Charles marks Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday
cultureKing Charles marks Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday
King Charles and Queen Camilla viewed the 'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' exhibition as centenary commemorations took place in Regent's Park.
Asia faces growing scarcity after Iran war, NYT warns
newsAsia faces growing scarcity after Iran war, NYT warns
NYT: supply shocks from the Iran war are pushing Asian businesses toward insolvency and may spread globally by year-end.
nytimes.comThe Pitt season 2 finale, 'Jagged Little Pills,' gets a recap
tvThe Pitt season 2 finale, 'Jagged Little Pills,' gets a recap
NYT recap dissects the season two finale’s twists and Robby’s breaking point as the show closes its arc.
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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 trailer teases Age 1000 setting, Piccolo returns
gamingDragon Ball Xenoverse 3 trailer teases Age 1000 setting, Piccolo returns
Bandai Namco revealed Xenoverse 3's reveal trailer, set in the Age 1000 and due in 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series and PC.
Oba Femi defeats Brock Lesnar, immediately calls out Roman Reigns
sportsOba Femi defeats Brock Lesnar, immediately calls out Roman Reigns
Oba Femi beat Lesnar at WrestleMania and used the post-match mic to target Roman Reigns
Sol Ruca called up to WWE RAW, interrupts Liv Morgan
sportsSol Ruca called up to WWE RAW, interrupts Liv Morgan
Sol Ruca was promoted to the main roster on RAW and confronted women's champion Liv Morgan in the ring.
Blue Origin's New Glenn leaves customer satellite in wrong orbit
techBlue Origin's New Glenn leaves customer satellite in wrong orbit
On its third flight New Glenn's upper stage put an AST SpaceMobile payload in a lower-than-planned orbit.
Warner Bros shareholders face Thursday vote on takeover
moviesWarner Bros shareholders face Thursday vote on takeover
The Drey Dossier warns Warner-Paramount takeover terms are deceptive ahead of a decisive shareholder vote
Matt Olson homers to tie Braves and Nationals
sportsMatt Olson homers to tie Braves and Nationals
Olson’s two‑run blast (419 ft) off Jake Irvin ties the game for Atlanta in the fourth inning.
mlb.com
Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 2, Sabres rally and Canadiens win in OT
sportsStanley Cup Playoffs Day 2, Sabres rally and Canadiens win in OT
Day 2 featured Buffalo's late comeback, Montreal's 4-3 overtime win at Tampa Bay, and Vegas beating Utah 4-2.
aftonbladet.se
Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 adds Black Cat and new PvE mode
gamingMarvel Rivals Season 7.5 adds Black Cat and new PvE mode
Update launches Black Cat playable, introduces Blood Hunt PvE mode and returns the Hellfire Gala event
Analysis: Crypto traders spent $9.7B on fees as Bitcoin stays elevated
financeAnalysis: Crypto traders spent $9.7B on fees as Bitcoin stays elevated
1kx analysis finds traders paid $9.7 billion in on‑chain fees; a Bitcoin drawdown will reveal which costs matter most
London to host first team time trial at Tour de France Femmes 2027
sportsLondon to host first team time trial at Tour de France Femmes 2027
Organisers announce an ~18 km team time trial finishing on the Mall as the 2027 Grand Départ in the UK
theguardian.com
Ethan Page wins WWE RAW debut, defeats Je'Von Evans
sportsEthan Page wins WWE RAW debut, defeats Je'Von Evans
Ethan Page debuted on RAW and beat Je'Von Evans in an Intercontinental contenders match; Rusev attacked Evans after the match and Penta intervened.
Dodgers place Edwin Díaz on IL with right elbow 'loose bodies'
sportsDodgers place Edwin Díaz on IL with right elbow 'loose bodies'
Los Angeles placed closer Edwin Díaz on the 15-day injured list for right elbow loose bodies; LHP Jake Eder was recalled.
mlbtraderumors.com
Raw America visits ICE detention center amid hunger strike
newsRaw America visits ICE detention center amid hunger strike
Investigation reports conditions inside an ICE facility; a hunger strike in a Pennsylvania unit grew from about 70 to roughly 100 detainees.
open.substack.com
British Jews tell BBC they face rising antisemitism, including threats and kidnappings
newsBritish Jews tell BBC they face rising antisemitism, including threats and kidnappings
BBC Panorama interviews UK Jewish people reporting spitting, threats and even kidnappings amid growing abuse
bbc.co.uk
Desmond Morris dies aged 98
scienceDesmond Morris dies aged 98
Zoologist, broadcaster and author of 1967 bestseller The Naked Ape has died at 98
lemonde.fr
Red flag warning issued for Central Florida as Lake County fire burns
newsRed flag warning issued for Central Florida as Lake County fire burns
NWS issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of Central Florida while a Lake County wildfire burned roughly 120 acres.
tampabay28.comGood Omens 3 soundtrack track list leaks, fans warn of spoilers
tvGood Omens 3 soundtrack track list leaks, fans warn of spoilers
Track titles from Good Omens 3 soundtrack surfaced online, fans say they reveal major plot points.
propermusic.com
Dems press Congress to end what they call Trump's 'illegal war' in Iran
newsDems press Congress to end what they call Trump's 'illegal war' in Iran
Democrats are demanding oversight and a War Powers vote, while activists push petitions to end US strikes on Iran.
nypost.comJoe Hendry called up to WWE RAW, will perform concert
musicJoe Hendry called up to WWE RAW, will perform concert
Michael Cole teased Joe Hendry's RAW call up; multiple posts say he will open Raw with a concert next week
Kevin Warsh, Trump's Fed chair nominee, faces Senate scrutiny
financeKevin Warsh, Trump's Fed chair nominee, faces Senate scrutiny
Opinion piece urges the Senate Banking Committee to probe Warsh's ties and policy plans as he is vetted for Fed chair.
Aaron Parnas releases video alleging Trump family profits from Iran war
newsAaron Parnas releases video alleging Trump family profits from Iran war
Parnas' video alleges Trump relatives sold drones and used insider trades to enrich themselves during the conflict