THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 116 • Updated Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 08:13 PM UTC

Gunman opens fire at White House correspondents dinner, Trump evacuated safely

Shots were fired as a gunman charged toward the ballroom at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. President Trump was unharmed and evacuated. The suspect, a tutor and programmer from California, had aired grievances against Trump in writings to family.

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Iran war goals unfulfilled as Netanyahu faces unhappy public ahead of elections

With objectives of the Iran war unmet, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's government faces public discontent as elections loom. Two former Israeli prime ministers have joined forces against him.

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At least 16 dead in strikes across Ukraine on Chernobyl anniversary

Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory, and Russia killed at least 16 people on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, highlighting nuclear risks near the plant.

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Marathon milestone: Sabastian Sawe breaks 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe shattered the fabled 2-hour marathon barrier, finishing 30 seconds under, in a historic achievement for world athletics.

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Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' moonwalks to $97 million opening weekend

The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' broke records for music biopics with a $97 million opening weekend, dominating the box office.

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Humanoid robot beats human world record in half marathon in China

A humanoid robot outperformed human runners, setting a new world record in a half marathon race in Beijing, marking a milestone for robotics.

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Trump calls for unity after shooting, but questions linger on lasting change

Following the shooting at the correspondents' dinner, President Trump urged unity and bipartisan healing, though past patterns suggest it may be short-lived.

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Malian defense minister killed in attack by jihadis and rebels

Mali's defense minister was killed in an attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases, escalating the country's security crisis.

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FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive

The FDA announced an accelerated review process for three psychedelic drugs, following a directive from President Trump, potentially fast-tracking their approval.

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Syria's first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

Syria held its first public trial of officials from the Assad era in Damascus, a significant step in accountability for past atrocities.

Sources: AP News