Artemis II LIVE: Earth reentry and splashdown after moon flyby 2026-04-11 04H 01M MST · DescriptionWatch live as Artemis II astronauts return to Earth after their record-breaking moon flyby. The crew will splash down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego. Splashdown is targeted for 8:07 p.m. ET.
Cheers erupt at Artemis II splashdown watch party as astronauts return home 2026-04-11 03H 57M MST · DescriptionFamilies and space fans attending a watch party at the San Diego Air & Space Museum cheer on as the first astronauts to visit the moon in more than a half-century splashdown in the Pacific. (AP video by Javier Arciga)
Artemis II astronauts return to Earth with splashdown after moon flyby 2026-04-11 00H 52M MST · DescriptionThe three Americans and one Canadian have returned with a dramatic splashdown Friday evening, as their capsule parachuted into the Pacific to close out a nearly 10-day trip to the moon and back.
Trump says US will open the Strait of Hormuz 'with or without' Iran 2026-04-10 23H 20M MST · DescriptionPresident Donald Trump voiced confidence Friday ahead of Vice President JD Vance's high-stakes talks in Pakistan with Iranian officials, calling Tehran "militarily defeated" and vowing the Strait of Hormuz will reopen "with or without" them.
Iran delegation arrives in Pakistan for talks with the US 2026-04-10 22H 02M MST · DescriptionA high-powered delegation from Iran, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf accompanied by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Islamabad late Friday to participate in peace talks with the U.S.
Pakistan emerges as a mediator between the US and Iran 2026-04-10 20H 20M MST · DescriptionIt was initially seen as an unexpected mediator, but this week Pakistan has established itself as a key player in bringing Iran and the United States to the negotiating table. Now, it is awaiting representatives from both countries to meet in Islamabad, as the world watches to see whether the talks could lead toward an end to the war. (Produced by Luke Garratt)
Netanyahu approves talks with Lebanon after Israel strikes kill more than 300 2026-04-10 19H 46M MST · DescriptionThe Lebanese capital of Beirut was still reeling Friday from the shock of Israeli attacks two days prior, the deadliest day in the country since the renewed war between Israel and Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah erupted in March.
Measles threatens babies in the US as community vaccination rates decline 2026-04-10 19H 24M MST · DescriptionBabies too young to be vaccinated are among the most vulnerable in measles outbreaks like the one in South Carolina, which is the largest the U.S. has seen in decades. South Carolina's outbreak has slowed, but measles is spreading in many states, with 17 outbreaks this year. (AP Video: Mary Conlon)
Kamala Harris says she's 'thinking about' running for president in 2028 2026-04-10 18H 05M MST · DescriptionFormer Vice President Kamala Harris says she's considering another presidential bid. She made the comments Friday during the National Action Network's annual convention, where more than a half-dozen Democratic 2028 presidential prospects appeared. (AP Video: Ted Shaffrey)
AP photographers in Lebanon describe covering the deadliest day of the war 2026-04-10 16H 12M MST · DescriptionPhotographers from The Associated Press in Lebanon talked about the impactful images they took on Wednesday, the deadliest day in the country since the renewed war between Israel and Iranian-backed militant group, Hezbollah that erupted on March. (AP video shot by Ali Sharafeddine and Malak Harb).
Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent 2026-04-10 14H 51M MST · DescriptionMoves toward internet control for years, Russia has sought to take the internet under total government control and potentially cut it off from the rest of the world. The crackdowns have led to growing anger and frustration over the restrictions that have disrupted the daily lives of Russians, hurt businesses and drawn criticism even from Kremlin supporters.
JD Vance warns Iran not to 'play' the US as he heads to negotiations 2026-04-10 13H 42M MST · DescriptionVice President JD Vance says he believes negotiations with Iran will be "positive." Boarding Air Force Two on his way to Pakistan, Vance added: "If they're gonna try and play us, then they're gonna find that the negotiating team is not that receptive."
Japan's Kabuki crown passes to a new generation 2026-04-10 09H 19M MST · DescriptionIn Kabuki, Japan's traditional theater art dating back to the 1600s, passing down a name across generations is a sacred ritual. Now, the eighth Kikugoro has received that honor from his 83-year-old father. (April 10)
Artemis II LIVE: Earth reentry and splashdown after moon flyby 2026-04-10 09H 02M MST · DescriptionWatch live as Artemis II astronauts return to Earth after their record-breaking moon flyby. The crew will splash down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego. Splashdown is targeted for 8:07 p.m. ET.
An unofficial ban keeps BTS at bay in China 2026-04-10 06H 28M MST · DescriptionBTS has launched their first world tour in over four years, but China is notably absent from the tour dates An unofficial ban has barred K-pop from the Chinese market, prompting entertainment companies to pivot toward Japan and North America.
Palestinians mourn Al Jazeera journalist killed in Israel drone strike 2026-04-10 04H 35M MST · DescriptionDozens of Palestinians gathered Thursday morning at Al-Aqsa hospital in central Gaza to bid a final farewell to Al Jazeera correspondent Mohammed Wishah, who was killed in an Israeli drone strike the day before.
1.9 billion-year-old bedrock will house world's first permanent nuclear waste site 2026-04-10 03H 18M MST · DescriptionWith the push of a button, the elevator descends hundreds of meters in seconds into the dark depths of Onkalo. After decades of construction, the world's first facility for permanently disposing spent nuclear fuel is set to begin operations in Finland, becoming a final resting place for tons of dangerous radioactive waste.
Kilauea volcano LIVE: Eruption in Hawaii 2026-04-10 02H 37M MST · DescriptionLive view of Kilauea. Hawaii's most active volcano has been dazzling residents and visitors for more than year with an on-and-off eruption that periodically sends fountains of lava soaring into the sky.
Beirut girl's viral video captures the chaos in Lebanon during Israel strikes 2026-04-10 02H 19M MST · DescriptionNaya Fakih was walking with her father on Corniche Mazraa Street on Wednesday afternoon, recording a Snapchat video. The 13-year-old girl did not realize her video would go viral despite the tragic events it captured.
Melania Trump denies ties to Epstein in out-of-the-blue statement 2026-04-10 00H 29M MST · DescriptionFirst lady Melania Trump on Thursday denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his sex crimes. It comes after the Department of Justice indicated that former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not appear for a scheduled deposition next week. (AP Production: Marissa Duhaney)
Ex-NYPD officer gets years in prison for throwing cooler that caused fatal crash 2026-04-09 23H 06M MST · DescriptionA former New York City police officer has been sentenced to three to nine years in prison for tossing a picnic cooler full of drinks at a fleeing suspect, who then crashed his motorized scooter and died. (AP Video: David R. Martin)
