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        April 26, 2026

The Plain News — Morning Edition — Sunday, April 26, 2026

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Front Page · U.S.
Residents form group to support federal judges
A group of residents in the Boston area has formed to support federal judges facing threats. This initiative responds to increasing hostility towards judges.

The group aims to provide support to judges who have received threats.
The formation of the group follows reports of violent rhetoric against judges.
Federal judges have reported an increase in threats in recent years.

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U.S.
Supreme Court to review geofencing technique in police investigations
The Supreme Court will examine the constitutionality of geofencing, a method used by police in Virginia to access Google data related to a bank robbery. The case could impact digital privacy laws.
Police in Virginia used geofencing to identify individuals near a bank robbery.
The Supreme Court will consider the legal implications of this technique.
The outcome may influence future digital privacy regulations.
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U.S.
Suspect arrested after gunfire near White House Correspondents' dinner
A suspect was taken into custody following gunfire at the hotel hosting the White House Correspondents' dinner. President Trump and the First Lady were evacuated from the event.
Gunfire occurred outside the hotel where the White House Correspondents' dinner was held.
The suspect was arrested by law enforcement.
President Trump and the First Lady were evacuated from the venue.
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U.S.
US to permit firing squads and gas for federal executions
The Department of Justice issued a memo allowing the use of firing squads, gas chambers, and electrocution for federal executions. This decision aims to reinforce the death penalty.
The Department of Justice announced new methods for federal executions.
Firing squads, gas chambers, and electrocution are now permitted.
The memo states the changes will strengthen the death penalty.
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U.S.
Shooting occurs at Washington hotel during event
A shooting took place at the Washington hotel during the White House correspondents' dinner. This incident marks the third security-related event involving Donald Trump in three years.
The shooting occurred at a hotel in Washington, D.C.
The event was the White House correspondents' dinner.
This is the third security incident involving Trump since 2021.
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World
Shooting incident occurs at White House Correspondent's Dinner
A shooting incident took place during the White House Correspondent's Dinner. Iran's foreign minister is scheduled to return to Islamabad amid stalled peace talks.
A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondent's Dinner.
Iran's foreign minister plans to return to Islamabad.
Previous peace talks have taken place in Islamabad.
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World
Netanyahu orders military action against Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed the military to increase operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This directive follows recent strikes that resulted in six fatalities in Lebanon.
Netanyahu issued a directive for the army to attack Hezbollah.
Six people were killed in strikes in Lebanon.
A ceasefire in the region was extended by three weeks.
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World
Kushner and Witkoff to Visit Pakistan for Iran Negotiations
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will travel to Pakistan on Saturday for discussions regarding Iran. Iran's foreign minister is currently in Islamabad.
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are U.S. officials.
Iran's foreign minister is in Islamabad.
The purpose of the visit is to advance negotiations with Iran.
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World
Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for three weeks. This announcement was made by President Trump.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a three-week ceasefire extension.
President Trump announced the extension.
The ceasefire is part of ongoing negotiations between the two countries.
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World
Iran's foreign minister departs Pakistan, U.S. delegation cancels travel
Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad after a visit. President Trump announced the cancellation of the U.S. delegation's travel for peace talks.
Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad on Friday and departed the same day.
President Trump announced the cancellation of the travel plans for envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
The U.S. delegation was scheduled to travel to Pakistan for peace talks on Saturday.
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Business
Business Owner Seeks Tariff Refund from U.S. Government
A small business owner is pursuing a refund for tariffs paid to the U.S. government. The process involves multiple steps and documentation.
The U.S. government has a process for businesses to request tariff refunds.
The business owner recorded his experiences while seeking the refund.
Tariff refunds require specific documentation and adherence to government procedures.
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Business
Stock Market Developments and Federal Reserve Leadership Changes
The stock market will focus on earnings reports from major technology companies. The Federal Reserve is undergoing leadership changes with Jerome Powell and Kevin Warsh.
Apple, Amazon, and Google are scheduled to report earnings this week.
Jerome Powell continues as Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Kevin Warsh is being considered for a leadership role at the Federal Reserve.
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Business
Meta to reduce workforce by 10%
Meta announced a reduction of its workforce by 10%. This marks the company's largest layoff since 2023.
Meta plans to cut 10% of its workforce.
The layoffs were anticipated by employees.
The decision follows significant investments in artificial intelligence.
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Business
U.S. soldier charged with insider trading
A U.S. soldier has been charged with using classified information to place bets on the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. This marks the first instance of criminal charges related to insider trading on the Polymarket platform.
The soldier allegedly accessed classified information regarding U.S. operations in Venezuela.
The charges were filed in a U.S. federal court.
Polymarket is a prediction market platform where users can bet on the outcomes of various events.
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Business
Iran war may impact prices for eight months
A government minister stated that prices could remain elevated for up to eight months following the conflict in Iran. Officials are monitoring stock levels and preparing for potential supply chain disruptions.
Prices may remain high for eight months according to a government minister.
Officials are monitoring stock levels.
Plans are in place for potential supply chain disruptions.
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Technology
Global tech outage linked to software update
A significant tech outage affected airlines, banks, casinos, package deliveries, and emergency services worldwide. The outage was traced to a software update from the U.S.-based cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike.
The outage impacted multiple sectors globally.
The root cause was identified as a software update from CrowdStrike.
The incident is being described as one of the largest tech outages in history.
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Technology
Government report highlights AI risks
A government report indicates that advanced Artificial Intelligence systems may pose significant risks to human existence. The report calls for U.S. intervention.
The report warns of potential extinction-level threats from advanced AI systems.
Retired Admiral James Stavridis commented on the historical context of technological advancements.
The report emphasizes the need for regulatory measures regarding AI.
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Technology
Biobank data incident reported
An incident involving biobank data has been acknowledged by Professor Sir Rory Collins, who leads the organization. He stated that the issue was caused by a small number of individuals.
Professor Sir Rory Collins is the head of the biobank.
The incident involved data management.
Collins expressed his feelings about the incident.
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Technology
Xbox reduces Game Pass prices and changes Call of Duty access
Microsoft announced a price reduction for Game Pass subscriptions. New Call of Duty games will be available on the service approximately one year after their initial release.
Microsoft reduced prices for Game Pass subscriptions.
New Call of Duty games will be added to Game Pass about one year after release.
This change affects access to day-one releases of Call of Duty titles.
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Technology
Apple announces Vision Pro headset
Apple has introduced the Vision Pro headset, its first new product in seven years. The device integrates virtual and augmented reality technologies.
The Vision Pro headset was announced by Apple CEO Tim Cook.
The headset combines virtual images with live video of the real world.
The product is priced at $3,500.
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