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Americas News

The DOJ is dropping its investigation into Jerome Powell
Business

The DOJ is dropping its investigation into Jerome Powell

The investigation was over construction costs at the Fed's DC-area buildings.

Allie Kelly,Brent D. Griffiths · 24 Apr, 2026
Nobody Can Agree on What 'Zone 2' Cardio Is
Technology

Nobody Can Agree on What 'Zone 2' Cardio Is

Zones are based on your heart rate, but each app has its own idea of where they start and end.

Beth Skwarecki · 24 Apr, 2026
Everyday essentials on sale: Pajamas, breathable underwear, walking sneakers from $8
World

Everyday essentials on sale: Pajamas, breathable underwear, walking sneakers from $8

Refresh your wardrobe with everyday essentials, from slip-on Skechers sneakers to wire-free sports bras — all up to 80% off.

Rogelio Bauch · 24 Apr, 2026
Top general shares new details on how a US destroyer shot out the engine of an Iran blockade runner
Business

Top general shares new details on how a US destroyer shot out the engine of an Iran blockade runner

USS Spruance fired nine "inert" rounds into the engine room of the Iranian-flagged M/V Touska last weekend.

Jake Epstein · 24 Apr, 2026
Lionsgate's film boss on the 'Michael' drama, the 'electric' 'Rambo' prequel, and the status of a fifth 'John Wick'
Business

Lionsgate's film boss on the 'Michael' drama, the 'electric' 'Rambo' prequel, and the status of a fifth 'John Wick'

Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chairman Adam Fogelson broke down the "Michael" drama, what's in store for a "Housemaid" sequel, and plans for another "John Wick...

Jason Guerrasio · 24 Apr, 2026
Leaker details next year’s ‘iPhone 20’ display features
Technology

Leaker details next year’s ‘iPhone 20’ display features

This fall’s iPhone 18 lineup is less than half a year away, but next year is rumored to bring a radical new 20th anniversary iPhone model. Here’s what the lates...

Ryan Christoffel · 24 Apr, 2026
I don’t think Gwyneth Paltrow knows what a peptide is
Technology

I don’t think Gwyneth Paltrow knows what a peptide is

This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that...

Victoria Song · 24 Apr, 2026
The Trump phone still isn’t real
Technology

The Trump phone still isn’t real

Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We've reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump phone's whereabouts. We're back to...

Dominic Preston · 24 Apr, 2026
Trump admin steps up next phase of effort to protect children’s health
World

Trump admin steps up next phase of effort to protect children’s health

The Trump administration targets lead poisoning risks to children as the EPA reallocates unused state funds and launches new public awareness tools.

Alexandrine Trantow · 24 Apr, 2026
As electric aspirations fade, Porsche sells its stake in Bugatti
Technology

As electric aspirations fade, Porsche sells its stake in Bugatti

Porsche's stake in Bugatti and Rimac Group have been sold to private equity.

Jonathan M. Gitlin · 24 Apr, 2026
Over a dozen Dems demand Trump admin protect Iranians living in the US
World

Over a dozen Dems demand Trump admin protect Iranians living in the US

Democrats signed a letter urging the Trump administration to shield Iranians in the U.S. who cannot safely return to the Middle Eastern nation.

Rubie Leannon · 24 Apr, 2026
My grandmother handed me $2,000 for graduation and said, 'Go to Europe.' I had no idea how her gift would change my life.
Business

My grandmother handed me $2,000 for graduation and said, 'Go to Europe.' I had no idea how her gift would change my life.

After graduation, my grandmother gave me a life-changing gift: $2,000 to go to Europe. It inspired a love for travel and helped me be a better teacher.

Taylor Beal · 24 Apr, 2026