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King Charles addressed the US Congress, emphasizing the importance of the US-UK alliance and warning that it cannot rely solely on past achievements. He called for continued defense of shared values and cautioned against isolationism, urging America to remain engaged with the world.

King Charles addressed a joint session of Congress, highlighting the long-standing defence cooperation between the US and UK. He recalled the post-9/11 moment when NATO invoked Article 5 for the first time, emphasizing shared resolve. He then drew a parallel to the current need for that same commitment in defending Ukraine.

King Charles addressed an international gathering, acknowledging global uncertainty, ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, and a recent incident targeting national leadership. He declared with firm resolve that acts of violence will never succeed.

A participant describes their experience entering a seagull imitation competition at what appears to be a European championship event. The competitor found the contest humorous and unusual, and entering it was partly motivated by turning 40 and deciding to embrace more unconventional experiences.

Megan Thee Stallion has announced she will leave her Broadway role in Moulin Rouge the Musical three weeks early, with her last show on May 1st instead of May 17th. She was previously hospitalized during a performance in late March, citing exhaustion. No official reason was given for the early exit, though US media have linked it to a public breakup with NBA star Klay Thompson.

On day 60 of the US-Israel war with Iran, BP reported doubled profits of £2.4 billion driven by war-related oil price surges, prompting windfall tax debates. President Trump claimed Iran told the US it is in a state of collapse and wants the Strait of Hormuz reopened. Meanwhile, Lebanon faces continued ceasefire violations, and reporting from Tehran reveals civilian suffering and deep public division over the ongoing conflict.

Polish YouTuber Watford Gang (real name Panska) raised over £50 million (280 million złoty) for children with cancer through a 9-day non-stop live stream from a small flat in Warsaw. The event attracted major celebrity guests including Robert Lewandowski, Iga Świątek, and Chris Martin, and peaked at 1.4 million simultaneous viewers.

King Charles and Queen Camilla's planned visit to the United States faces complications due to current diplomatic tensions between Britain and America. The royal visit is intended to help smooth over strained relations, with President Trump being particularly drawn to the prestige of hosting the British monarchy.

President Trump claimed the US is energy independent and imports almost no Middle East oil, but analysts explain that 7% of US oil imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz and global oil pricing means US gas prices still rise with supply disruptions.

NASA's Artemis 2 mission successfully launched with four astronauts heading to orbit the moon, marking the furthest humans have traveled from Earth since 1972. The mission serves as preparation for establishing a permanent moon base and eventual Mars exploration, with the crew testing systems and conducting reconnaissance for future lunar landing sites.

The war between the US/Israel and Iran has entered its second month with over 200 documented attacks across Iran. The conflict has spread regionally to at least 13 countries as Iran and its proxies retaliate with strikes on Israeli and other targets.

A game developer discusses the challenge of character fatigue in their game where new characters are introduced only to die quickly. They acknowledge the significant resources spent creating characters that have minimal screen time and are considering longer character arcs based on player feedback.

Global Fishing Watch uses satellite technology and AI to track fishing vessels worldwide, revealing illegal activities like unauthorized fishing and sanction violations. Their transparent monitoring has led to behavioral changes, including perfect compliance with fishing seasons after violations were exposed.

BBC News examines Poppy Playtime, an indie horror game that has achieved massive success with over a billion YouTube views and millions of copies sold. The game faces controversy over its appeal to children despite horror content, criticism for killing off popular characters too quickly, and the challenge of balancing content for both players and streamers.

An astronaut describes daily life in space, including the unique experience of floating, better sleep quality, and structured routines involving exercise, maintenance, and scientific work. The speaker emphasizes that even test flights like Artemis missions include significant scientific responsibilities.

The UK leads international talks with over 40 foreign ministers to address Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has reduced shipping from 150 to 5 vessels daily. Oil prices have surged over 50% since the conflict began, while the US and Israel continue strikes on Iranian targets including civilian infrastructure.

Oil prices surged nearly 7% after President Trump threatened to hit Iran 'extremely hard' while providing no concrete details on ending the war. A coalition of 30 countries is meeting to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane, with Iran demanding up to $1 million per ship as a toll.

UK Foreign Secretary Ivette Cooper is hosting talks with over 40 countries to diplomatically reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian actions reduced daily vessel traffic from 150 to 25 ships. The initiative excludes the US and aims to find a negotiated solution, as military force cannot guarantee safe passage through the strategically vital waterway.

War gaming expert Elan Goldenberg discusses potential US military scenarios against Iran, analyzing options from seizing key islands to regime change. He argues that most military escalations lead to prolonged conflict rather than decisive outcomes, with Iran responding by raising costs through attacks on regional oil infrastructure and blocking shipping lanes.

President Trump declared that the US is close to ending Iran's threat to America through strategic actions taken by his administration. He stated that core objectives are nearly complete and promised a safer, stronger America once Iranian aggression and nuclear threats are eliminated.