Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Eat Your Friends Day, internet holiday of dark-humor art and roleplay
cultureEat Your Friends Day, internet holiday of dark-humor art and roleplay
Niche holiday sees creators sharing cannibal-themed drawings, memes and roleplay under #EatYourFriendsDay.
James Comey indicted over seashell photo
newsJames Comey indicted over seashell photo
DOJ indicted former FBI director James Comey over a social‑media photo of seashells arranged to read '86 47', officials say.
Fans mark Terry Pratchett's birthday with 'GNU Terry Pratchett' tributes
writersFans mark Terry Pratchett's birthday with 'GNU Terry Pratchett' tributes
Readers celebrate Sir Terry Pratchett's birthday, sharing Discworld quotes and the 'GNU Terry Pratchett' memorial header.
East Coast Kin photography tag highlights coastal and wildlife shots
photographyEast Coast Kin photography tag highlights coastal and wildlife shots
Community photography tag showcasing members' coastal, birdlife, macro and landscape images from across the East Coast and beyond.
King Charles III begins four-day U.S. state visit
cultureKing Charles III begins four-day U.S. state visit
King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed at the White House; Charles will address Congress amid strained UK‑US ties.
MoveOn petition urges ABC and Disney to keep Jimmy Kimmel on air
tvMoveOn petition urges ABC and Disney to keep Jimmy Kimmel on air
Advocacy group asks networks not to cave to pressure after Trump demanded Kimmel's firing over a joke.
sign.moveon.orgKid Rock flies in Army Apache helicopter with Defense Secretary
musicKid Rock flies in Army Apache helicopter with Defense Secretary
Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth flew in Army Apache helicopters at a Virginia base weeks after pilots drew scrutiny.
Elon Musk testifies at OpenAI lawsuit, says execs hijacked his early contribution
techElon Musk testifies at OpenAI lawsuit, says execs hijacked his early contribution
Musk took the stand in the Musk v. Altman case, alleging OpenAI leaders turned a charity into a for‑profit using his funding and reputation.
Administration fires entire National Science Board
scienceAdministration fires entire National Science Board
President's office dismissed all sitting National Science Board members, removing the board that helps oversee the NSF
forbes.comNational Superhero Day, tributes to real‑life and fictional heroes
comicsNational Superhero Day, tributes to real‑life and fictional heroes
Observance of National Superhero Day, with tributes to frontline workers, fan art, cosplay and personal 'hero' shoutouts.
The Daily Show dissects the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, Apr 27 episode
tvThe Daily Show dissects the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, Apr 27 episode
Jon Stewart and writers examine the attempted shooting and the political fallout on tonight's episode of The Daily Show.
NYT publishes list of 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters
musicNYT publishes list of 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters
New York Times lists 30 living American songwriters, including Bob Dylan, Carole King, Jay‑Z and Taylor Swift.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream launches, players share custom Miis and islands
gamingTomodachi Life: Living the Dream launches, players share custom Miis and islands
Nintendo's Tomodachi Life revival is out; players are posting islands, custom Miis, and highlights from a beachside launch event.
DOJ filing reads like a Truth Social post, critics say
techDOJ filing reads like a Truth Social post, critics say
Legal brief defending Trump’s White House ballroom is being criticized for prose and tone likened to Truth Social posts.
King Charles cites Magna Carta in address to Congress
cultureKing Charles cites Magna Carta in address to Congress
Charles invoked the Magna Carta and the principle that executive power is subject to checks and balances, winning a standing ovation.
Harper Lee remembered on her 100th birthday
booksHarper Lee remembered on her 100th birthday
April 28 marks 100 years since Harper Lee's birth, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, 1961 Pulitzer winner.
Musk v. Altman jury selection, some jurors voice negative views of Elon Musk
techMusk v. Altman jury selection, some jurors voice negative views of Elon Musk
During jury selection, several potential jurors openly expressed dislike or distrust of Elon Musk ahead of trial.
U.S. gas prices hit highest level since start of Iran war
financeU.S. gas prices hit highest level since start of Iran war
National pump average rises to about $4.18 per gallon as oil tops $111/barrel amid stalled Iran negotiations.
How Tony Dokoupil Became the Face of Bari Weiss’s CBS
journalismHow Tony Dokoupil Became the Face of Bari Weiss’s CBS
Justin Baragona’s deep profile traces Dokoupil’s rapid rise at CBS, links to Israeli activists, budget overruns and Coates fallout.


Calls for windfall tax after BP profit surge
financeCalls for windfall tax after BP profit surge
BP reports $3.2bn Q1 profit as oil prices spike amid Iran war, prompting renewed calls for a windfall tax on energy firms.


Taylor Swift files trademarks for audio clips and image to fight AI deepfakes
musicTaylor Swift files trademarks for audio clips and image to fight AI deepfakes
Swift applied to trademark two short audio clips and one image in an effort to curb AI-generated deepfakes of her likeness.
Final Fantasy XIV, Patch 7.5 notes and Fan Fest updates
gamingFinal Fantasy XIV, Patch 7.5 notes and Fan Fest updates
Official Lodestone patch notes for Patch 7.5 'Trail to the Heavens' posted; Fan Fest teased Evercold and live‑service changes.
Beijing Auto Show spotlights sub‑10‑minute EV charging tech
techBeijing Auto Show spotlights sub‑10‑minute EV charging tech
Chinese EV and battery makers unveiled fast‑charging tech promising charges under 10 minutes and new large SUVs like Xpeng's GX.
Resident Evil movie logo and site revealed
gamingResident Evil movie logo and site revealed
Official logo and website for the new Resident Evil film debut; Zach Cregger directs, film set for September 18 release.
Phillies fire Rob Thomson, name Don Mattingly interim manager
sportsPhillies fire Rob Thomson, name Don Mattingly interim manager
Philadelphia fires manager Rob Thomson after a 9-19 start; Don Mattingly will serve as interim manager.
mlbtraderumors.comPoll: James Talarico leads both GOP contenders in Texas Senate matchups
politicsPoll: James Talarico leads both GOP contenders in Texas Senate matchups
New poll shows Democrat James Talarico ahead of Sen. John Cornyn by 3 points and Ken Paxton by 5 in hypothetical Texas Senate races.


Ted Lasso season 4 teaser, premieres August 5 on Apple TV+
tvTed Lasso season 4 teaser, premieres August 5 on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ drops first teaser for Ted Lasso Season 4; new season set to premiere August 5.
tvline.comSam Neill says he is cancer-free after stage-three blood cancer
moviesSam Neill says he is cancer-free after stage-three blood cancer
’Jurassic Park’ actor announced he is now cancer‑free after nearly five years battling stage‑three blood cancer when chemo stopped working.
Trump tweets echo violent‑rhetoric phrases twice in 25 hours
politicsTrump tweets echo violent‑rhetoric phrases twice in 25 hours
Two recent Trump tweets used language widely read as allusions to violence, prompting analysis and fact checks.
Calls for Contempt Grow After Pam Bondi Ignores Deposition Subpoena
politicsCalls for Contempt Grow After Pam Bondi Ignores Deposition Subpoena
Two weeks after a bipartisan subpoena, Bondi has not sat for a deposition; activists and lawmakers urge contempt proceedings.
Ariana Grande announces new album Petal, out July 31
musicAriana Grande announces new album Petal, out July 31
Ariana Grande revealed her eighth studio album Petal, a 12-track record due July 31 via Republic/BabyDoll Music.
Final Fantasy XIV free trial now includes Shadowbringers to level 80
gamingFinal Fantasy XIV free trial now includes Shadowbringers to level 80
FFXIV's expanded free trial covers A Realm Reborn through Shadowbringers to level 80; players note Hrothgar/Viera creation availability.
‘Red Wall’ label divides Labour figures and voters over immigration strategy
politics‘Red Wall’ label divides Labour figures and voters over immigration strategy
Labour MPs, activists and constituents clash over the 'Red Wall' concept as the party signals tougher immigration stances.
Laura Dern joins The White Lotus Season 4, replacing Helena Bonham Carter
tvLaura Dern joins The White Lotus Season 4, replacing Helena Bonham Carter
Laura Dern has been cast in The White Lotus Season 4, stepping into a role after Helena Bonham Carter's exit.
deadline.comPSG vs Bayern, Champions League semi-final first leg
sportsPSG vs Bayern, Champions League semi-final first leg
Paris Saint‑Germain host Bayern Munich at Parc des Princes in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi‑final tonight.
International Workers' Memorial Day, MPs and unions call for stronger safety protections
cultureInternational Workers' Memorial Day, MPs and unions call for stronger safety protections
MPs and unions mark Workers’ Memorial Day, warning safety cuts and extreme heat are putting workers at risk
May Day, US activists plan nationwide economic blackout
politicsMay Day, US activists plan nationwide economic blackout
Unions and groups urge 'No school, no work, no shopping' actions across an expected 3,000+ events on May 1


Good Omens 3, Aziraphale quote surfaces in GO3 spoilers
tvGood Omens 3, Aziraphale quote surfaces in GO3 spoilers
Fans posting a leaked Aziraphale line: "Joy unbounded, peace on Earth, and all that good stuff."
CBS California Governor's Debate at Pomona College
politicsCBS California Governor's Debate at Pomona College
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off live at Pomona College in a CBS‑hosted debate that began at 5:30 p.m. PDT.
ICE agent Jonathan Ross reportedly returned to duty after fatal shooting
newsICE agent Jonathan Ross reportedly returned to duty after fatal shooting
Report says ICE agent Jonathan Ross, accused in the fatal shooting of Renee Good, was quietly relocated and resumed work.


Port Arthur, 30th anniversary memorials
newsPort Arthur, 30th anniversary memorials
Survivors and officials mark 30 years since the 1996 Port Arthur massacre that killed 35, reaffirming gun-safety calls.
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3, 2026
gamingThe Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3, 2026
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco set their open-world dark-fantasy action RPG for PS5, Xbox Series and PC on Sept. 3, 2026.
Firm building Trump’s ballroom got secret no‑bid contract, NYT reports
cultureFirm building Trump’s ballroom got secret no‑bid contract, NYT reports
New York Times says the contractor for Trump’s Mar‑a‑Lago ballroom also received a nearby no‑bid federal contract.
Kyle Tucker hits walk-off single, Dodgers beat Marlins
sportsKyle Tucker hits walk-off single, Dodgers beat Marlins
Tucker delivers a two-run walk-off single in the bottom of the 9th as the Dodgers win 5-4 over the Marlins.
Brad Stevens wins 2025-26 NBA Executive of the Year
sportsBrad Stevens wins 2025-26 NBA Executive of the Year
Celtics president Brad Stevens named NBA Executive of the Year, his second time winning in three seasons.
UK Bank Holiday weekend plans and forecasts
cultureUK Bank Holiday weekend plans and forecasts
May Day Bank Holiday events, transport timetables and free premium weather forecasts shared to help weekend planning.
Ukraine names Steven Seagal in arms smuggling probe
moviesUkraine names Steven Seagal in arms smuggling probe
Ukrainian police say they dismantled a trafficking ring that funneled weapons seized from occupied areas to pro‑Russian figures, naming Seagal as a recipient.
zettawire.comSummer House reunion drama and WWHL previews
tvSummer House reunion drama and WWHL previews
Fans trade leaked reunion audio and teases about Lyndsey's Watch What Happens Live appearance as cast tensions bubble up.
Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection adds cross-platform play and 2v2 online
gamingMortal Kombat Legacy Kollection adds cross-platform play and 2v2 online
Digital Eclipse and Atari’s update brings Krossplay across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC, plus 2v2 modes and VRR support.
Snopes fact-checks claims about Renee Good shooting
newsSnopes fact-checks claims about Renee Good shooting
Snopes says the ICE agent who shot Renee Good was not 'cleared of all charges,' correcting viral claims.


New Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
gamingNew Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
Valve's next-gen Steam Controller, priced at £85/$99, draws mixed reactions over features and value before release.
Andrzej Poczobut freed in reported Poland, Belarus prisoner swap
journalismAndrzej Poczobut freed in reported Poland, Belarus prisoner swap
Sakharov laureate jailed since 2021 released in a reported 5-for-5 exchange, met by Polish PM Donald Tusk
Orlando Magic take 3-1 lead over Pistons, Jamal Cain fuels Game 4
sportsOrlando Magic take 3-1 lead over Pistons, Jamal Cain fuels Game 4
Reserve Jamal Cain posterized Jalen Duren as the Magic won Game 4 to take a 3-1 series lead over Detroit.
Damon Jones pleads guilty in NBA gambling probe
sportsDamon Jones pleads guilty in NBA gambling probe
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleads guilty to wire fraud, the first plea in the 30+ person sweep.
Fright Club watch party debates The Field's ambiguous ending
moviesFright Club watch party debates The Field's ambiguous ending
Viewers at a Fright Club screening parse The Field's creepy imagery and a likely vague, two‑reality finale.
NCAA to expand men's and women's tournaments to 76 teams
sportsNCAA to expand men's and women's tournaments to 76 teams
ESPN reports the NCAA has begun final steps to expand both men's and women's March Madness fields to 76 teams.
espn.comSeth Meyers 'Closer Look' on WHCD shooting and Trump
tvSeth Meyers 'Closer Look' on WHCD shooting and Trump
Meyers examines the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, Trump's ballroom demands and Kash Patel's job prospects.
Valve says Steam Deck 2 still in development, cites RAM shortages
gamingValve says Steam Deck 2 still in development, cites RAM shortages
Valve confirms a Steam Deck 2 is being worked on and attributes ongoing Deck stock problems to global RAM shortages.
Jannik Sinner beats Cam Norrie, reaches Madrid Open quarterfinals
sportsJannik Sinner beats Cam Norrie, reaches Madrid Open quarterfinals
World No. 1 Sinner beat Cam Norrie 6-2, 7-5 to reach Madrid quarters; it's his 25th straight Masters‑level victory.
oggisportnotizie.itRugrats: Retro Rewind revealed for Nintendo Switch, digital release May 15
gamingRugrats: Retro Rewind revealed for Nintendo Switch, digital release May 15
Limited Run Games' Rugrats collection will arrive digitally May 15, with physical editions planned afterward.
Elly De La Cruz homers, leads Reds past Rockies
sportsElly De La Cruz homers, leads Reds past Rockies
De La Cruz launched a 2-run homer (376 ft, 105.9 mph), his 10th of the season, helping Cincinnati beat Colorado.


Nick Schmaltz scores on Carter Hart in Utah vs Vegas highlight
sportsNick Schmaltz scores on Carter Hart in Utah vs Vegas highlight
Nick Schmaltz beat goalie Carter Hart with a second‑period goal, a key highlight in the Utah, Vegas matchup.
nhl.com

Moisés Ballesteros launches go-ahead grand slam for Cubs at Petco
sportsMoisés Ballesteros launches go-ahead grand slam for Cubs at Petco
Ballesteros' 404-ft grand slam in the 3rd put the Cubs up 5-3 and swung the game in Chicago's favor.


John Stones to leave Manchester City this summer
sportsJohn Stones to leave Manchester City this summer
England defender John Stones will depart Manchester City in June after a 10-year spell as his contract expires.
White Sox vs. Angels delayed; first pitch moved to about 9:40 p.m. CT
sportsWhite Sox vs. Angels delayed; first pitch moved to about 9:40 p.m. CT
A storm pushed Chicago's game back roughly three hours; the start is now estimated at 9:40 p.m. local time.
chicago.suntimes.com

Liz Phair and Sleater-Kinney announce 'Flannel and the Fury' tour
musicLiz Phair and Sleater-Kinney announce 'Flannel and the Fury' tour
Liz Phair and Sleater‑Kinney will co‑headline a September tour called 'The Flannel and the Fury'; presales start Apr 29.
Munetaka Murakami's 3-run homer gives White Sox the lead, reaches 12 homers
sportsMunetaka Murakami's 3-run homer gives White Sox the lead, reaches 12 homers
Murakami belts a go-ahead 3-run homer in the 7th, his 12th of the season, to put the White Sox ahead of the Angels.
Ted Lindsay Award finalists: Celebrini, McDavid, Kucherov
sportsTed Lindsay Award finalists: Celebrini, McDavid, Kucherov
NHLPA names Macklin Celebrini, Connor McDavid and Nikita Kucherov as finalists for the Ted Lindsay Award.
Shea Theodore scores overtime winner, Vegas evens series
sportsShea Theodore scores overtime winner, Vegas evens series
Shea Theodore snapped a 5-4 OT winner with 51 seconds left to lift the Golden Knights and tie the series 2-2 vs Utah.
nytimes.com

Bo Bichette hits first‑pitch homer as Mets broadcast faces fan heat
sportsBo Bichette hits first‑pitch homer as Mets broadcast faces fan heat
Bo Bichette homered on the first pitch of the night while viewers boo Daniel Murphy’s color commentary on Mets broadcasts.
Essay Alleges Ghislaine Maxwell’s Eldest Sisters Built Surveillance Tech for US and Israel
techEssay Alleges Ghislaine Maxwell’s Eldest Sisters Built Surveillance Tech for US and Israel
Substack piece claims Christine and Isabel Maxwell helped build surveillance infrastructure used by U.S. and Israeli intelligence.
Report says Trump allies quietly laying groundwork to 'steal future elections'
politicsReport says Trump allies quietly laying groundwork to 'steal future elections'
Common Dreams reports officials are planning to federalize election control and use voter profiling as part of a scheme to seize future outcomes.

