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The U.S. imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports on April 13, shifting leverage in the Strait of Hormuz dispute amid cease-fire negotiations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Previous Animal Services director Staycee Dains resigned amid criticism in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The company primarily manufactures its cars in China, and faces the same supply-chain disruption risks as other auto makers amid conflict in the Middle East.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Tinder will let users prove they are human and not robots by bringing advanced eye-scanning technology to the app amid rising fears over AI.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

In 1988, amid a devastating oil downturn, the hotel closed and remained shuttered for years.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann