THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 115 • Updated Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 12:15 PM UTC

Kevin Warsh likely to become Fed chair as Justice Department drops probe of Jerome Powell

The Justice Department has dropped its criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, likely clearing the way for Kevin Warsh to take over the role.

Sources: AP News


Trump sends envoys Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister

President Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to hold talks with Iran's foreign minister amid ongoing tensions.

Sources: AP News


Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment

The Justice Department has announced it will allow the use of firing squads for federal executions, aiming to expand methods of capital punishment.

Sources: AP News


Netanyahu diagnosed with prostate cancer, undergoes successful surgery

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and has undergone a successful surgical procedure.

Sources: AP News


Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' resurrects the King of Pop without complications

The new film 'Michael' portrays the life of Michael Jackson, focusing on his music and legacy while avoiding controversial aspects of his life.

Sources: AP News


Meta slashes 8,000 jobs in major workforce reduction amid tech industry slowdown

Meta has cut 8,000 jobs, representing 10% of its workforce, as the company continues to restructure in response to economic pressures.

Sources: AP News


US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400,000 Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

A U.S. soldier has been charged with using classified intelligence to place a winning bet on a raid targeting Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Sources: AP News


Humanoid robot beats human world record in half marathon race in China

A humanoid robot has set a new world record by completing a half marathon faster than any human, marking a milestone in robotics.

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Police identify body of missing USF student; second student still missing, roommate charged

Authorities have identified the remains of one University of South Florida student who was missing, while another remains unaccounted for and their roommate faces charges.

Sources: AP News


Violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives

A powerful tornado struck an Oklahoma town, damaging dozens of homes, but remarkably no fatalities were reported.

Sources: AP News