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Swalwell to Resign From Congress, Maintains His Innocence
On the morning of Friday, April 10, Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., was considered to be the leading Democrat in the California gubernatorial primary. Four days later, Swalwell is not only bowing out of the race—but out of Congress entirely.
Israel presses assault on Lebanon border town ahead of US-hosted talks
Israeli troops launched an attack on Monday to seize a key town in south Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters holed up there, pressing the war on the Iran-backed group on the eve of rare talks nL1N40T0XP between Israeli and Lebanese government envoys.
First look inside the new visitors’ center at Temple Square
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provided its first look inside the new 39,800-square-foot Temple Square Visitors’ Center on Monday, April 13.
Navy Hormuz blockade begins, officials say negotiations continue
The U.S. Navy began its blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday morning.
Latter-Day Saint News
Bacolod Philippines Temple open house begins, the country’s third to be dedicated this year
As one open house for a Philippines temple concludes, another has just begun, only three days later.
Start date for Salt Lake Temple tour reservations announced ahead of 2027 celebrations
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that reservations for its Salt Lake Temple tours will begin on Sept. 1, 2026.
Temple dedications announced in Nicaragua, Guatemala and Brazil
Three temple dedication dates have been announced — two in Central America and one in South America — by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Missoula Montana Temple groundbreaking announced
A Saturday, June 6, groundbreaking date has been announced for the Missoula Montana Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
National
RED & BLUE DIVIDE: States push competing tax plans as voters weigh changes in election cycle
A wave of aggressive tax proposals is hitting voters this election cycle, as states push sharply different plans that could reshape how governments raise revenue. From efforts targeting high-net-worth individuals to proposals aimed at eliminating major taxes altogether, the growing divide is forcing voters to weigh competing visions of fiscal policy.
Trump Admin Freezes NOAA Funding; Scientists Warn of Fallout
The Trump administration is withholding some grant funding for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, triggering warnings from scientists and Democrat lawmakers that delays could disrupt atmospheric monitoring, climate research, and weather-related work as the White House pursues deep proposed cuts to the agency.
Multiple bills highlight challenge protecting children online
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are considering more than a dozen bill proposals to protect children online and many approaches face free speech and privacy challenges.
NASA’s Artemis follow-up mission ‘right around the corner’ after successful lunar flight
The world may still be captivated by the breathtaking views, record-setting distance and emotional homecoming of Artemis II, but for NASA, the next chapter is already in motion.
Declassified Docs Raise Questions on Trump Whistleblower
Newly declassified documents have raised fresh questions about the whistleblower complaint that triggered President Donald Trump’s first impeachment in 2019.
AOC Weighs White House Run in 2028
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is quietly laying the groundwork for a potential 2028 presidential bid while working to shore up support among skeptical progressives who have increasingly questioned her ideological commitment and political strategy, Axios reported on Monday.
NSA Urges Americans to Reboot Wi-Fi Routers
The National Security Agency has joined the FBI to warn Americans that Russian military intelligence hackers have been exploiting vulnerable home and small office routers to steal sensitive information.
Monster Typhoon in Pacific Ocean Bearing Down on Group of Remote US Islands
A dangerous super typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is barreling toward a group of remote U.S. islands.
Texas State Senators Ask Congress to Protect Kids Online
A bipartisan group of more than 60 Texas state representatives wrote a letter to the state’s U.S. senators asking them for stronger child protections online.
Michigan Democrat Senate Primary Highlights the Left’s Extremes
A tight primary race between the three Democrat candidates for Michigan’s Senate seat is showcasing the different extremes of the Democratic Party.
World
Keiko Fujimori leads Peru vote count after delayed balloting
Keiko Fujimori led Peru’s preliminary presidential vote count after an election disrupted by logistical failures forced authorities to postpone voting for thousands of citizens until Monday.
U.S. kills five in two strikes on alleged narco boats in Pacific
The U.S. military said it attacked two boats allegedly transporting narcotics in the eastern Pacific over the weekend, killing five people and leaving one survivor.
Ukraine, Russia accuse each other of Easter cease-fire violations
Russia committed nearly 11,000 violations of the Orthodox Easter cease-fire, Ukraine said Monday, while Russia accused Ukraine of committing nearly 2,000 violations.
Democrats Aren’t Far Behind Canada In Efforts To Ban Christian Speech
Canada’s dominant Liberal Party has introduced legislation that may soon make Christian speech illegal.
Trump: IRGC Fast Attack Ships That Approach Blockade Will Be ‘Eliminated’
President Donald Trump on Monday warned Iran that its “fast attack ships” will be “immediately eliminated” if they approach the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Business
Chevron, Shell Near Venezuela Energy Agreements
Chevron was expected to sign agreements on Monday to return a gas field to Venezuela and participate in an extra heavy crude area in the country’s main oil region, while Shell is set to sign a pact to receive the Loran gas field for operation, three sources close to the preparations said.
Science
Ancient ocean mystery deepens as long-misidentified fossil is finally revealed by researchers
More than two decades after scientists identified a fossil as the world’s oldest octopus — officials now say it wasn’t one at all.
Economy
Home sales sank in March, casting a pall on the forecast for the rest of the year
Existing home sales declined sharply in March, a sign that the 6% mortgage rates of earlier this year did little to bring buyers back into the market.
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