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DOJ drops criminal probe of Fed Chair Powell - CNBC

President Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell had been effectively blocked because of the investigation.



Iranian FM Araghchi to visit Pakistan in step towards US talks resumption - Al Jazeera

As Pakistan hosts US-Iran talks, twin-city residents face road closures, halted courts and growing economic strain.



The HPV vaccine isn’t just for women. Why it matters for boys and men, according to a doctor - CNN

Men who got the HPV vaccine had a 46% reduction in risk of developing HPV-related cancers, a new study says. Dr. Leana Wen advises boys and men to get the vaccine.



Hezbollah defiant in face of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension - The Washington Post

Israel carried out fresh strikes Friday after President Trump’s announcement. Hezbollah called the ceasefire “meaningless.”



What the controversial Michael Jackson movie leaves out - The Washington Post

“Michael,” in theaters April 24, was reshot to exclude scenes that would have addressed the 1993 sexual abuse allegations against pop star Michael Jackson.



Intel’s stock extends its spectacular run — and could see its best day in four decades - MarketWatch

There’s a debate on Wall Street about whether Intel’s financial prospects have materially changed



Jimmy Kimmel Delivers Scathing, “Alternative” White House Correspondents’ Dinner Roast Of Donald Trump - Deadline

On his show on Thursday, Kimmel gave scathing quips about Trump, his wife Melania and administration figures.



Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer - BBC

The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed.



60-foot octopus prowled seas as apex predator during age of dinosaurs, fossilized jaws show - CBS News

New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.



Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination - CNN

Investigators estimated that an outbreak along the Arizona/Utah state line has been at least 6.5 times larger than the number of known cases.



Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain - BBC

An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.



Giants’ winners and losers from Arvell Reese, Francis Mauigoa picks on Day 1 of NFL Draft - NJ.com

Who won and lost for the Giants?



Iran: Hegseth just sent an alarming message to the rest of the world. - Slate

The defense secretary's recent phone call with a loyal U.S. ally has staggering implications.



Stocks slump globally as Trump says he is in no rush to end the war—and California is running out of jet fuel - Fortune

Everything you need to know before you reach the office this morning.



2026 NFL Second-Round Mock Draft: Ravens grab Jermod McCoy, Bears select Chris Bell - PFF

Following eight trades on Thursday during the first round — and 21 of the 50 best players on PFF’s Big Board still up for grabs — we should be in store for more fireworks Friday night. Here’s a predictive look at how the second round could play out, starting …



Microsoft Gaming reverts to Xbox branding - GamesIndustry.biz

"Microsoft Gaming describes our structure, but it does not describe our ambition," says CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty



After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers - NPR

With an April 30 deadline fast approaching, Johnson unveiled his latest proposal to extend the controversial surveillance program known as FISA 702.



Why Trump wants to spend $1 billion on Great Salt Lake - NPR

Utah's Great Salt Lake has been labeled an "environmental nuclear bomb" and it has the attention of the president of the United States.



Rams’ surprising pick of Ty Simpson came after showing little interest before the draft - NBC Sports

Rams GM Les Snead and coach Sean McVay never talked to Simpson in the pre-draft process.