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U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports goes into effectExternal Link
A U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas came into effect after President Trump posted that the Navy would prevent ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz. NBC News' Matt Bradley and Garrett Haake have details on the president's decision and what consequences it could have for the ongoing conflict.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:14:06 GMT
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House Ethics Committee investigating sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric SwalwellExternal Link
The House Ethics Committee announced Monday that it has opened an investigation into the sexual misconduct allegations against Rep.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:16:43 GMT
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Trump says he thought controversial AI image he shared depicted him 'as a doctor'External Link
President Trump told reporters he believed an AI-generated image he shared depicted him "as a doctor," as others have criticized the president for claiming it depicts him as a Christ-like savior.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:35:50 GMT
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From childhood to old age, fluoridated water has no negative effect on IQ or cognition, study findsExternal Link
Despite the claims of RFK Jr. and others, tests of intelligence and brain function were the same whether or not people drank fluoridated water while growing up, new research shows.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:41 GMT
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Trump Ally Viktor Orbán Concedes Defeat in Hungary ElectionExternal Link
Voters in Hungary ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, marking a stunning defeat for the close ally of both President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The winner, Péter Magyar, has pledged to rebuild Hungary’s relationships with the European Union and NATO.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:13:38 GMT
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