THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 113 • Updated Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 05:01 AM UTC

Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and disrupting global energy supplies

Iran attacked three ships near the Strait of Hormuz, deepening confusion in the crucial waterway and contributing to a global energy crisis. The Pentagon says it will take months to clear mines in the area.

Sources: AP News


Navy Secretary John Phelan departs in latest shakeup of top US defense leadership

The Pentagon abruptly announced that Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his position, marking the first departure of a military service head during President Trump's second term and continuing a trend of top defense leaders stepping down.

Sources: AP News


Chemical leak at West Virginia plant kills 2 people and hospitalizes 30 others

A chemical leak at a West Virginia plant resulted in two fatalities and sent 30 people to hospitals, according to officials.

Sources: AP News


Tesla reports increased first-quarter profits as Musk teases new Roadster debut

Sources: AP News


Justice Department reaches $1.25 million settlement with Trump 2016 campaign aide over Russia probe

Sources: AP News


Trump's economic approval rating declines in new AP-NORC poll, showing warning signs for president

Sources: AP News


US health officials cancel publication of study on COVID vaccine effectiveness

Sources: AP News


UK passes legislation to eventually ban cigarette purchases

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Wildfires destroy over 50 homes across Georgia and Florida, forcing evacuations

Sources: AP News


Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic known for 'We Just Disagree' and 'Feelin' Alright,' dies at 79

Sources: AP News