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United States News
- World Cup: Some restaurants plan automatic 20 percent tips
Tipping norms vary worldwide, so some U.S. restaurants are planning automatic gratuities for the World Cup this summer.
Andrew Dorn. The Hill. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:15:00 +0000.
- Katya Adler: Europe's Nato allies push back at reported US threat to Spain
On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
BBC News. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:10:51 GMT.
- Grinning suspect cuffed after alleged fiery street takeover, drag race caught on camera
The Queens DA announced the arrest of Asil Assaidi, who allegedly helped wreak havoc during a drag racing street takeover involving more than 100 vehicles.
Fox News. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:50:09 -0400.
- Camp Mystic May Not Receive License to Reopen After Fatal Flood in Texas
A review by state officials in Texas said the camp, hit by catastrophic flooding last year, was not in compliance with safety requirements.
J. David Goodman and Ruth Graham. New York Times. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:47:59 +0000.
- Texas substitute teacher accused of improper relationship with student, alarming parents
Authorities arrested former substitute teacher Angela Palmares in Texas after she was allegedly involved in an improper relationship with a student.
Fox News. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:46:47 -0400.
- 31 Sloths Acquired by an Orlando Animal Attraction Died, Officials Say
Many of the deaths were attributed to a lack of heat at an unauthorized warehouse that Sloth World was using, officials said.
Neil Vigdor. New York Times. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:23:48 +0000.
- Another U.S. Navy Supercarrier Is Preparing For Its Next Deployment
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower successfully completed sea trials, which marked the "early completion" of the ship's Planned Incremental Availability.
By Peter Suciu, Contributor. Forbes. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:12:06 -0400.
- Strait of Hormuz may not fully reopen until second half of 2026, Baker Hughes says
Tanker traffic through the strait remains very low as the U.S. and Iran try to enforce competing blockades during a fragile ceasefire agreement.
CNBC. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:01:21 GMT.
- Slow Ticket Sales, Low Enthusiasm For USMNT Before The World Cup
Ticket sales for the U.S. Men's National Team games in Los Angeles and Seattle are lagging behind other games, which is concerning because it is a host team.
By Michael Lewis, Contributor. Forbes. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:11 -0400.
- Witkoff, Kushner to head to Pakistan for new Iran peace talks
While the U.S. sends representatives to Islamabad, Israel's fight with Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
CBS News. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:54:42 -0400.
- Arrest made in case of missing USF doctoral students, 1 found dead
Zamil Limon's remains were found on the Howard Franklin Bridge in Tampa. His roommate was in custody, officials said.
CBS News. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:44:38 -0400.
- META Builds Advanced Tools for Creators: Can They Drive Revenues?
Meta Platforms ramps up creator tools as Edits app usage surges and AI adoption jumps, fueling engagement and supporting a strong revenue outlook.
Nilanshi Mukherjee. Zacks. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:28:00 GMT.
- Hilton Gears Up to Post Q1 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?
HLT is set to report Q1 2026 earnings on April 28, with solid group demand and unit growth in focus amid storms and softer U.S. trends.
Zacks Equity Research. Zacks. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:16:00 GMT.
- DOJ dropping criminal probe of Fed Chair Jerome Powell amid pressure from senators
The DOJ is dropping its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, District of Columbia U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro says.
ABC News. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:10:13 -0400.
- Video, images show elite forces searching for U.S. ship's missing crew
Yahoo. 2026-04-24T14:01:00Z.
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