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US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Amid New Push for TalksExternal Link
The United States military’s partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz imposed by President Donald Trump is now in effect, preventing Iran from exporting oil. Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks in Islamabad before the two-week ceasefire expires. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:22:42 GMT
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Two Congressmen Resign in 1 Day Amid Sex ScandalsExternal Link
California Rep. Eric Swalwell has officially resigned from Congress after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct from at least four women. “I will fight the serious, false allegations made against me. However, I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make,” the Democrat wrote. Across the aisle, Texas Republican Tony Gonzales, who previously admitted to an affair with a staffer who died by suicide, announced his retirement. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY. Warn
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:33:33 GMT
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Trump Faces Bipartisan Backlash Over Feud With Pope LeoExternal Link
President Donald Trump is insisting he will not apologize to Pope Leo XIV after lashing out at the head of the Catholic Church for criticizing the Iran war. The president also offered a new explanation for the now-deleted and controversial AI image appearing to depict himself as Jesus that received swift bi-partisan backlash. NBC’s Garrett Haake reports for TODAY.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:28:47 GMT
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WNBA ushers in new draft class as league approves historic contract bumping players' payExternal Link
WNBA rookies will be paid much more this year after the league approved a new contract raising players' salaries. NBC News' Priscilla Thompson spoke with Azzi Rudd and Kiki Rice ahead of draft night.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:22:31 GMT
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One of the most prominent investors in the Trump family's crypto company is now criticizing itExternal Link
Justin Sun, among the largest investors in the Trump family’s primary crypto company, claims the company is misleading investors.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:41 GMT
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