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Yves here. Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson usefully go beyond the immediate cray-cray of the Iran conflict, particularly the blockade as part of the row to assert control of the Strait of Hormuz, to bigger picture issues, such as the jockeying of other players, such as China, Russia, the Saudis, Pakistan, Indonesia, and the ongoing damage to the global economy. Originally published at Geopolitical Hour Radhika: Hello and welcome to the 59th Geopolitical Economy Hour, the conversation that illuminates the fast-changing political economy and geopolitical economy of our times. I’m Radhika Desai, and you are watching Radhika Desai: Geopolitical Economist.…

Every now and again, a movie will come along that genuinely makes you laugh out loud. Fackham Hall certainly ticks that box. A period satire that riffs heavily on the tone and classism found in the hit series Downton Abbey, Fackham Hall (say it out loud), ends up being a wonderfully funny time, with a good gag-to-laugh ratio. Set in the 1930s, the plot revolves around the Davenports, the wealthy aristocrats residing in the titular house. But the current generation of the family is made up of Lord Davenport (Damien Lewis), Lady Davenport ( Katherine Waterston), Rose (Thomasin McKenzie) and…

By Kath Hudson    08 Apr 2026 The £30.6 million Bedworth Physical Activity Hub is now open, replacing a centre which dated back to the 1970s. The new facility was funded by Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and Sport England, in partnership with operator, Everyone Active. Facilities include a 25 metre pool and a learner pool with a movable floor. A 100-station gym with Life Fitness and EGYM equipment; a group exercise studio and a four-court sports hall. This is the eighth Everyone Active facility to offer a reformer Pilates studio, which…

Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the musician.The arrest comes after the 21-year-old singer, whose name is David Burke, was the target of a grand jury investigation into the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. «Detectives from Los Angeles Police Department, Robbery-Homicide Division, have arrested David Burke, a 21-year-old resident of Los Angeles, for the murder of Celeste Rivas. Burke is being held without bail,» LAPD announced on X. TMZ obtained a video that shows officers arresting the…

Iran’s military forces still hold stockpiles of thousands of missiles and attack drones that pose a threat to U.S. and allied forces in the region, the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency told Congress. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James H. Adams also revealed that the remnants of the Iranian regime remain in control and are expected to use asymmetric warfare against the U.S. and Israel while the conflict lasts. “Despite significant degradation of Iranian military capabilities through coalition strikes during Operation Epic Fury, Tehran retains thousands of missiles and one-way attack [unmanned aerial vehicles] capable of threatening U.S. and partner…

I am not one to give advice – political or moral – to Trump, especially as he is on the ropes in a midterm election year. As he and Vice President JD Vance belabor a war of words with the pope, anyone would ask why any officeholder, much less the president, would double down on images and statements that alienate voters of faith and other segments of the electorate whose turnout is critical to winning in November. But there are issues to understand that are much larger than politics.

More than 35 million Americans from Wisconsin to Oklahoma are at risk of a severe weather outbreak on Friday, including tornadoes, as some violent storms have already fired up across multiple states.So far, there have been 12 reported tornadoes across five states and a confirmed tornado on the ground in Illinois on Friday.In this screen grab from a video, a possible tornado is shown in Rochester, Minn., on April 17, 2026.Greg Anderson The greatest risk for strong tornadoes is in central and southern Wisconsin through eastern Iowa. The northern halves of Illinois and Missouri have the greatest risk for destructive…

Background on Kirsten Acuna’s Journalism JourneyKirsten Acuna launched her journalism career fueled by a lifelong passion for storytelling. With an early focus on celebrity culture, she quickly made a name for herself by covering a diverse range of entertainment topics. Her enthusiasm for movies, TV shows, and star-studded events set the stage for her impressive journey.During her tenure as Insider’s entertainment correspondent, Kirsten showcased her aptitude for insightful reporting. She secured interviews with industry heavyweights, including the Russo brothers and John Cena, enhancing her reputation as a formidable film critic. The spotlight on Disney and superhero narratives bolstered her profile,…

Nike has been refused a trademark for Bronny James‘ “b9” logo that appears on shoes have been worn in games by the second-year Lakers player and are being sold by the sports apparel giant. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office notified Nike of its decision with a letter of refusal earlier this week, citing “likelihood of confusion” with an already-registered mark by the Back9 Golf Apparel company.“Applicant’s mark, B9, is confusingly similar to the registered mark, B9,” the refusal letter states. “The marks are similar in appearance, sound, and commercial impression. In addition, the marks are essentially phonetic equivalents and,…

Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting ‘very special’ US market as factor.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended high ‌ticket prices for this year’s World Cup in North America by saying ⁠that ⁠the event, which captivates the globe, is the organisation’s only source of income every four years.Speaking at Semafor’s annual world economy summit in New ⁠York on Friday, Infantino also reiterated that FIFA is a nonprofit organisation that has 211 nations as members.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list“What many people don’t know, because, of course, we generate billions…