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April 13, 2026

Afghanistan launches polio vaccination campaign

The Afghan government launched the first nationwide polio vaccination campaign for 2026 on Monday to cover around 12.6 million children under five in the post-war nation.

Afghan kid taking polio vaccine
April 13, 2026

U.S.-Iran War: UK, 40 countries scramble to reopen Strait of Hormuz

“The United States to blockade ships entering or exiting Iranian Ports on April 13 at 10:00 A.M. ET. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” said Mr Trump on Monday.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
April 13, 2026

‘I do not fear Donald Trump,’ Pope Leo declares

Asked directly about Mr Trump’s comments criticising him on Truth Social, the Catholic pope said, “It’s ironic — the name of the site itself. Say no more.”

Pope Leo XIV
April 13, 2026

Australia appoints first female army chief in 125 years

The Australian government has appointed Susan Coyle as the country’s first female army chief since its independence 125 years ago.

Susan Coyle
April 13, 2026

Pope Leo weak, nobody; Catholic cardinals elected him because of me: Trump

“I like his brother Louis much better than I like him, because Louis is all MAGA. He gets it, and Leo doesn’t,” said Mr Trump.

Donald Trump and Pope Leo
April 12, 2026

Justin Bieber headlines Coachella 2026, ushers Wizkid, Tems on stage

The performance comes after Justin’s health issues in 2022.

Justin Bieber/Wizkid and Tems
April 12, 2026
Strait of Hormuz
April 12, 2026

Bollywood music icon Asha Bhosle loses battle to organ failure at 92

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a tribute to the late singer on X.

Asha Bhosle
April 12, 2026

Trump ally Viktor Orban loses Hungarian election after 16 years in power

Mr Orban said, “Voters did not give us the responsibility and ability to govern.”

April 12, 2026

Man City close gap on Arsenal after dominant 3-0 over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Doku expressed optimism that City could still win the title despite the six points gap between them and Arsenal.

Man city vs Chelsea