The British monarch expanded on the theme that he expressed in an afternoon address to Congress, aiming to repair strained U.S.-British ties.
This time, the king’s speech was full of jokes.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Leaked Code for Anthropic’s Claude Code Tests Copyright Challenges in A.I. Era
Leaked Code for Anthropic’s Claude Code Tests Copyright Challenges in A.I. Era - The New York Times
Artificial intelligence tools are making it faster than ever to reproduce creative work. Does copyright even matter anymore?
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| Sigrid Jin, a student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, used A.I. agents to rewrite leaked Anthropic code. Photo by Grant Harder/NYT. |
Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money (even as the company misses its own internal targets)
Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money - The New York Times
Mr. Altman, who has faced criticism over OpenAI’s direction, has culled company projects and is trying to be more disciplined with strategy.
The artificial intelligence giant has reportedly fallen behind on its own user and revenue targets, raising questions about its data center and I.P.O. plans
OpenAI Unveils Its New, More Powerful GPT-5.5 Model - The New York Times
The maker of ChatGPT is taking a more open approach to cybersecurity than its chief rival, Anthropic.
Musk vs. Altman in the OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk, who split from OpenAI years after cofounding it as a nonprofit in 2015, said it was putting commercial interests over the public’s. A company lawyer said Mr. Musk had sued because he did not get his way.
What Elon Musk’s Clash With Sam Altman of OpenAI Is Really About - The New York Times
Mr. Musk’s lawsuit against Mr. Altman and OpenAI makes the case that all-encompassing greed is Silicon Valley’s defining feature.
Elon Musk Assails Sam Altman on Social Media Before OpenAI Trial - The New York Times
Mr. Musk’s posts on X have pushed his narrative that OpenAI has lost its way.
Here Are the Key Players in the OpenAI Trial - The New York Times
Elon Musk, Sam Altman and several other key artificial intelligence industry figures are slated to testify in the trial, which is expected to last several weeks.
UAE Says It Will Leave OPEC as Iran War Strains Oil Markets
UAE Says It Will Leave OPEC as Iran War Strains Oil Markets - The New York Times
The Gulf government has long complained about the group’s quotas, which officials believe unfairly limited its exports. Its departure is expected to weaken OPEC’s influence.
What Is OPEC, and How Does the Oil Cartel Influence Petroleum Prices? - The New York Times
The group of oil-producing countries supplied more than 25 percent of the world’s oil before the war in Iran. Its members have influenced energy markets through the years.
Amid Iran War and Tensions with Neighbors, U.A.E. Goes Its Own Way - The New York Times
The United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave OPEC has rocked the region, underscoring how the country, at odds with Saudi Arabia, is increasingly charting its own course.
Judge Says Maurene Comey Can Sue the Trump Administration for Firing Her
Judge Says Maurene Comey Can Sue the Trump Administration for Firing Her - The New York Times
Ms. Comey, a former federal prosecutor who handled cases against Jeffery Epstein and Sean Combs, claimed in her suit that she was fired for political reasons.
Assassination Suspect Charged; White House Asks Judge to Let Ballroom Proceed, Indicts James Comey (2nd time), and takes another look at Kimmel
The authorities say the California man stormed a black-tie gala on Saturday seeking to kill the president.
Adopting Trump’s Voice, Justice Dept. Asks Judge to Let Ballroom Proceed - The New York Times
The court filing links the security breach at the White House correspondents’ dinner to the lawsuit over President Trump’s ballroom project.
Trump Administration Secures New Indictment Against James Comey - The New York Times
The new case stems from a social media post showing seashells on a North Carolina beach that the Trump administration characterized as a threat against the president.
What to Know About the Kimmel vs. Trump Feud - The New York Times
The president and first lady took exception to a joke. Jimmy Kimmel defended it.
FCC Orders a Review of ABC’s Licenses Amid Feud Between Trump and Kimmel - The New York Times
The agency said the review was related to the network’s diversity and inclusion policies. But it came amid a fight between the president and the network’s late night host, Jimmy Kimmel.
A conversation with Sean Westwood, a professor at Dartmouth who tracks political violence and Americans’ perceptions of it.
Jamie Ding’s ‘Jeopardy!’ Streak Comes to an End
Jamie Ding’s ‘Jeopardy!’ Streak Comes to an End - The New York Times
Jamie Ding, a self-described “faceless bureaucrat” from New Jersey, became a TV sensation during his 31-game winning streak. His streak is the fifth-longest in “Jeopardy!” history. He fell just one win short of matching James Holzhauer’s 2019 run, and he left the Alex Trebek Stage with more than $880,000 in winnings.
Monday, April 27, 2026
Even Before the Gunfire. Many Guests Bore the Scars of Political Violence; Live updates as suspect heads to court
Even Before the Gunfire. Many Guests Bore the Scars of Political Violence - The New York Times (Thanks to Haadi for this one)
Live updates: Suspect in White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting expected to appear in court | CNN Politics (Thanks to Sam for this one)
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| Representative Steve Scalise, Republican of Louisiana, was seen being escorted to a secure room on Saturday. Mr. Scalise was shot at a congressional baseball game practice in 2017. Photo by | Salwan Georges for The New York Times. |
Vaccines reach millions left behind (and 8 more good news stories giving us hope this spring)
Vaccines reach millions left behind (and 8 more good news stories giving us hope this spring) | The IRC (Thanks to Joe for this one)
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| Epidemiology expert Mebratu travels to communities in Ethiopia for vaccination outreach. Photo: Martha Tadesse for the IRC |
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Iran and U.S. Sink Into Awkward Limbo of ‘No War, No Peace’
Iran and U.S. Sink Into Awkward Limbo of ‘No War, No Peace’
Each side is betting it can last longer than the other, analysts say. But there are risks in a stalemate without a deal.
What to Know About U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
An Iranian negotiator returned to Pakistan on Sunday, despite the United States abruptly calling off a trip there by its two top negotiators.
Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
‘Shots Fired!’: Inside the Pandemonium at the Washington Hilton
Guests dived to the floor and took cover as Secret Service agents climbed over tables to protect some of the country’s most high-ranking officials, including President Trump.
Security at Correspondents’ Dinner Worked as Intended, Experts Say
Officials noted that the suspect never made it into the hotel ballroom, where President Trump and hundreds of journalists were gathered for the White House correspondents’ dinner.
What We Know About the Gunman at the White House Press Dinner
The authorities are investigating a motive for the attack by the suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen. Those who know him described him as a “completely average guy.”
Rumors and Speculation Swirl Online After Shooting at Washington Dinner
Influencers jumped to fill the information void with conspiracy theories about the attack at the White House Correspondents’ dinner on Saturday.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Friday, April 24, 2026
Chinese satellites over Mideast battlefield put US on edge; China publishes maps of the ocean floor
Chinese satellites over Mideast battlefield put US on edge
China Publishes Maps Detailing Minerals on the Ocean Floor - The New York Times
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| Chinese AI company MizarVision claims to have tracked the movements of B-52 bombers. |
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| A Chinese submersible in the South China Sea in 2017 during exploration for seabed mineral resources.Liu Shiping/Xinhua, via Alamy |
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Musk’s SpaceX Goals Shift Ahead of Its I.P.O.
Musk’s SpaceX Goals Shift Ahead of Its I.P.O. - The New York Times
As SpaceX prepares to go public, Mr. Musk has proposed moonshots that differ from the company’s original aim of reaching Mars.
Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s Epic Fight Heads to Court; Sun sues Trump Family's World Liberty Financial for Fraud
Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s Epic Fight Heads to Court - The New York Times
A jury trial that is set to start on Monday could shift the course of the A.I. race, with Mr. Musk seeking billions of dollars in damages from Mr. Altman’s OpenAI.
This is not the only tech lawsuit to hit the newspaper:
Justin Sun, one of the largest backers of World Liberty Financial, sued the Trump family’s crypto start-up, accusing it of a fraudulent scheme to pressure him into buying digital coins.
Proposed Lifetime Smoking Ban to Become Law in Britain
Proposed Lifetime Smoking Ban to Become Law in Britain - The New York Times
The proposal, which was approved by Parliament on Tuesday, will ban the supply or sale of tobacco products to anyone born in 2009 or after, permanently.
Asian jumping worms found in California, officials issue warning
Asian jumping worms found in California, officials issue warning (Thanks to Bernadette for this one)
They reproduce without mating and there is no way to kill them!
"The jumping worms’ hyper-activity degrades the soil structure, can harm plant roots and accelerate soil drying. This creates a ‘nutrient-poor paradox’ where nutrients are present but unavailable to plants. This can further exacerbate drought conditions, which the state is already in,” the Colorado Department of Agriculture said in a press release.
$106 Billion Loan Reflects E.U.’s View That Peace in Ukraine Is Far Away
$106 Billion Loan Reflects E.U.’s View That Peace in Ukraine Is Far Away - The New York Times (Thanks to Matte for this one)
Unlike previous European assistance packages, this one is heavily weighted toward military spending, meant to put Ukraine on solid footing for a long fight.
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| A funeral for victims of a Russian strike in Ternopil, Ukraine, in November.Mauricio Lima for The New York Times |
Senate Adopts GOP Budget, Laying the Groundwork to Fund ICE and Reopen DHS
Senate Adopts GOP Budget, Laying the Groundwork to Fund ICE and Reopen DHS - The New York Times (Thanks to Haadi for this one)
Republicans pushed through a budget plan with a $70 billion increase for immigration enforcement after an overnight session in which they beat back Democratic proposals aimed at lowering costs.
Who Is John Ternus, Apple’s Low-Profile Leader?
A Wish List for John Ternus, the Man Replacing Tim Cook as Apple’s CEO - The New York Times
John Ternus, an Apple veteran who runs hardware engineering, will take over an extraordinarily profitable company in need of new ideas.
Who Is John Ternus, Apple’s Low-Profile Leader? - The New York Times
John Ternus, a low-profile but influential executive at Apple, is to replace the company’s longtime chief executive, Tim Cook.
MacBook Neo Review: A Surprisingly Great Budget MacBook | Reviews by Wirecutter
Anthropic’s New Mythos A.I. Model Sets Off Global Alarms
Anthropic’s New Mythos A.I. Model Sets Off Global Alarms - The New York Times
Mythos has triggered emergency responses from central banks and intelligence agencies globally, as Anthropic decides who has access to the powerful model.
Unauthorized group has gained access to Anthropic’s exclusive cyber tool Mythos, report claims
Why Anthropic’s Mythos has energised China’s cybersecurity industry | South China Morning Post
Putin's new foothold? Will Bulgaria’s New Leader Cast His Lot With Europe or Russia?
Will Bulgaria’s New Leader Cast His Lot With Europe or Russia? - The New York Times
With a record of pro-Russia statements, Rumen Radev handily won elections this week. Now Bulgarians and his E.U. partners wait to see which way he will turn.
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| Rumen Radev campaigning in Sofia, Bulgaria, last week.Spasiyana Sergieva/Reuters |
Some Labubu Dolls Contain Cotton Banned By Forced Labor Law, Testing Shows
Some Labubu Dolls Contain Cotton Banned By Forced Labor Law, Testing Shows - The New York Times
A test verified by The New York Times found that clothes for some of the viral dolls contained cotton from the Xinjiang region of China, which is banned in the United States.
The Generals Who Are Now Running Iran; Navy Secretary John Phelan Is Leaving the Pentagon and the Trump Administration
The Generals Who Are Now Running Iran - The New York Times
The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ushered in a new form of collective leadership in the country, with more power for the Revolutionary Guards.
Navy Secretary John Phelan Is Leaving the Pentagon and the Trump Administration - The New York Times
John Phelan is leaving the Pentagon after months of tension with Pete Hegseth and other Pentagon leaders. The tumult comes as the Navy has been engaged in war with Iran.
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“Mojtaba is managing the country as though he is the director of the board,” said Abdolreza Davari, a politician who served as senior adviser to Mahmoud Ahmadinejad when he was president and knows Mr. Khamenei.
“He relies heavily on the advice and guidance of the board members, and they collectively make all the decisions,” Mr. Davari said in a phone interview from Tehran. “The generals are the board members.”
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, Resigns From Congress
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, Resigns From Congress - The New York Times
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick stands accused of stealing $5 million in federal funds. She said she would step down minutes before an ethics panel was to vote on whether to recommend expelling her.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
SpaceX Strikes Deal With Cursor for $60 Billion
SpaceX Strikes Deal With Cursor for $60 Billion - The New York Times
The potential acquisition comes as Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite maker, which has been emphasizing artificial intelligence, is preparing to go public.
Investors Fret Over Tesla’s $25 Billion A.I. Bet - The New York Times
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| Michael Truell, the chief executive of Cursor, founded the start-up with three others in 2022.Big Event Media/Getty Images |
Rep. David Scott, Longtime Georgia Lawmaker, Dies at 80
Rep. David Scott, Longtime Georgia Lawmaker, Dies at 80 - The New York Times
The former Georgia state lawmaker was an advocate for issues that affected Black communities. He drew attention for his refusal to exit politics amid health problems.
Russia Is Building Tomorrow’s War Machine
Opinion | Putin’s Army of Drones - The New York Times (Thanks to Melanie for this one)
Russia is reshaping the future of warfare in real time, building artificial intelligence-enabled command and control and, it appears, deploying fully autonomous weapons without the ethical constraints that govern Western militaries.
The stakes extend beyond the war in Ukraine, as the United States has learned firsthand during the war with Iran. Iranian Shahed drones being fielded by Tehran with Russian support have struck American equipment and installations in the Middle East. The advances Moscow is making in autonomous warfare will make such drone attacks even more devastating. Understanding Russia’s approach to the future of warfare is urgent for the United States.
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| A Russian kamikaze drone in Kyiv, Ukraine, last week.Valentyn Ogirenko/Reuters |
As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit
As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit | Truthout (Thanks to Chris for this one)
Activists in Ireland are refusing the co-optation of fuel protests by the far right and demanding government action.
FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking
FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking | PBS News (Thanks to Sara for this one)
Related: Another Kash Patel defamation lawsuit was just dismissed
A lawsuit FBI Director Kash Patel filed alleging that former FBI official Frank Figliuzzi defamed him has been dismissed.
In the suit, Patel said Figliuzzi defamed him during an MS Now appearance last May by saying Patel had “been visible at nightclubs far more than he has been on the seventh floor” of the FBI’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.
The bureau said it is not pursuing a case, but the scrutiny is an example of the Trump administration weighing whether to criminalize routine news gathering.
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