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Kelp DAO Blames LayerZero’s Default Settings for $290M DeFi Bridge Exploit

Kelp DAO blames LayerZero’s default 1/1 DVN setup for a $290M DeFi bridge exploit, sparking a dispute over security configurations. The attack exploited single-validator vulnerabilities, prompting calls for stricter multi-verifier defaults in cross-chain protocols.
World

North Korea launches ballistic missiles into Sea of Japan amid regional tensions

North Korea test-launched ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan on April 19, 2026, amid Middle East tensions, per South Korea. The U.S. and allies bolstered defenses, citing Pyongyang’s ICBM advancements. Analysts note the test aligns with North Korea’s military modernization, raising regional security concerns.
Science & Education

DESI’s 3D universe map reveals 47 million galaxies spanning Milky Way to ‘cosmic noon’ – Live Science

DESI's 3D map of 47 million galaxies, spanning Milky Way to cosmic noon (10 billion years ago), reveals star formation peaks and dark energy's role, challenging current cosmological models. Researchers track galaxy shifts, hinting at evolving dark energy and reshaping cosmic evolution theories.
World

Trump Declares Lebanon Strikes ‘Prohibited,’ Changing U.S.-Israel Military Dynamics

President Trump's direct order prohibiting Israeli strikes on Lebanon marks a shift in U.S.-Israel military dynamics, altering longstanding tacit agreements and raising questions about regional stability and strategic autonomy.
Politics

Trump expects Iran deal finalized in a day or two, Axios reports

President Trump claims a new Iran nuclear deal could be finalized "in a day or two," reigniting tensions amid Iran’s accelerated nuclear program and resistance to U.S. demands, as reported by Axios. The assertion contrasts with years of stalled negotiations and Iran’s refusal to accept sanctions relief tied to security guarantees.
World

Iran Reimposes Strait Restrictions Amid Ceasefire Expiry and U.S. Blockade

Iran reasserts control over Strait of Hormuz, declaring it open while reimposing restrictions amid U.S. blockade and expiring Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. The move underscores strategic ambiguity, as Tehran balances diplomatic posturing with military readiness amid regional tensions.
Politics

Hungary’s Orbán Era Ends After Fidesz’s Election Defeat

Hungary's Fidesz party suffered a historic defeat in April 2026, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. The opposition's victory signals a potential democratic reset, though challenges remain in dismantling Fidesz's entrenched power.
Entertainment

Singer D4vd Arrested in Alleged Murder of 14-Year-Old Teen

Singer D4vd arrested in alleged murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in his Tesla. Authorities await DA review; legal team claims innocence, citing lack of formal charges. Case highlights forensic challenges and media scrutiny in high-profile criminal investigation.
Science & Education

Montreal Protocol’s feedstock loophole delays ozone recovery by seven years

New study reveals Montreal Protocol's feedstock loophole delays ozone recovery by seven years due to underestimated emissions from HCFCs and CFCs, impacting both ozone healing and climate goals.
Politics

Senate Republicans Reject Resolution to Curtail Trump’s Iran War

Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic bid to limit Trump’s Iran war, rejecting a resolution to curtail military operations. The 47-53 vote underscores legislative stalemate over war powers, with Republicans prioritizing national security and Democrats accusing the administration of exceeding constitutional limits.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
Business

Crypto Markets Bleed in a Massive Drop Since FTX

Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
Business

Two Roads to a Trillion: Anthropic and OpenAI Sprint to IPO With Opposite Strategies

Anthropic's efficiency-driven AI strategy, fueled by $47B annual revenue and $559M Q2 profit, positions it ahead of OpenAI's projected $14B loss in 2026, as the firm races to IPO before its rival. The race highlights a clash between capital-heavy scaling and cost-conscious innovation in the AI sector.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.