THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 116 • Updated Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 12:17 PM UTC

Gunman attacks White House correspondents' dinner, Trump unharmed

A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attended by President Donald Trump on Saturday night. Trump was unharmed and evacuated.

Sources: AP News


Iran war tensions escalate as US hunts mines in Strait of Hormuz

The US says it is hunting for explosive mines in the latest push to open the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions with Iran. Pakistan races to save negotiations between the US and Iran after Trump keeps envoys home.

Sources: AP News


Russia-Ukraine war: public dissent tests Putin's rule, Zelenskyy calls for talks

Another wave of public outcry tests Putin’s rule in wartime Russia. Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks.

Sources: AP News


Chicago hospital shooting kills officer, critically injures another

An officer was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a Chicago hospital, police say.

Sources: AP News


Beijing auto show unveils future of driving with new Chinese automakers

Photos show China’s automakers unveiling the future of driving at the Beijing auto show.

Sources: AP News


Humanoid robot beats human world record in half marathon in China

A humanoid robot beat a human world record in a half marathon race in China.

Sources: AP News


Philadelphia museum brings Rocky statue inside after decades of tension

The Philadelphia museum brought the Rocky statue inside after decades of tension over its outdoor placement.

Sources: AP News


Sabastian Sawe of Kenya becomes first sub-2-hour marathon winner in London

Sabastian Sawe of Kenya becomes the first person to run a sub-2-hour marathon to win in London.

Sources: AP News


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

Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus, marking a significant step in transitional justice.

Sources: AP News


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

The FDA plans an ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following a directive from President Trump.

Sources: AP News