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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bro they are removing the journos from the ballroom and journos are taking all the booze with them two bottles at a time LMAOOOOO <a href="https://t.co/Y44V07lpro">pic.twitter.com/Y44V07lpro</a>&mdash; Comfortably Smug (@ComfortablySmug) <a href="https://twitter.com/ComfortablySmug/status/2048219442639728980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">When people fled the White House Correspondents&#39; Dinner shooting incident, they swiped entire bottles on their way out. <a href="https://t.co/eZjt3ViwuU">pic.twitter.com/eZjt3ViwuU</a>&mdash; Anonymous (@YourAnonCentral) <a href="https://twitter.com/YourAnonCentral/status/2048241700930547826?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Internet can’t keep calm</h2>“Bro they are removing the journos from the ballroom, and journos are taking all the booze with them two bottles at a time,” one user wrote on X, reacting to the viral clips.Another widely circulated post by the account @YourAnonCentral claimed, “When people fled, they swiped entire bottles on their way out,” further fuelling the controversy.&nbsp;The incident quickly divided opinion online. While many users expressed outrage at what they described as opportunistic behaviour during a potentially life-threatening situation, others treated it with irony, framing it as an absurd but telling moment.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-not-my-first-time-says-trump-after-whcd-shooting-here-s-a-timeline-of-assassination-attempts-against-the-us-president-1777192022014">‘Not my first time,’ says Trump after WHCD shooting. Here’s a timeline of assassination attempts against the US president</a>&nbsp;“The president didn’t die. Why leave a good wine on the table?” one user quipped, while another added, “They still have to enjoy the party even if it’s in their living room.”It remains unclear how widespread the alleged behaviour was or whether any formal complaints have been filed. There has also been no official response from organisers or representatives of the press corps regarding the viral footage.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a video went viral showing Michael Glantz, known as “‘super agent” for representing top TV stars and other showbiz talent. &nbsp;Glantz was seen calmly eating his salad on the CNN live feed when everyone was rushing for their lives after the shooting.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">CAA super-agent Michael Glantz is the man eating his salad in this viral video: <a href="https://t.co/bhgN2V9teM">https://t.co/bhgN2V9teM</a>&mdash; Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) <a href="https://twitter.com/brianstelter/status/2048263258155446646?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

During the chaotic evacuation of the WHCD, viral footage of journalists allegedly looting expensive wine sparked “Wine Gate” online, with critics debating media ethics versus the absurdity of the moment.

What began as a glittering evening of politics, media and celebrity turned into a night of fear and controversy after gunfire disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by US President Donald Trump. As security personnel rushed to secure the venue and escort the President to safety, an unexpected and controversial subplot quickly emerged online, with social media users accusing sections of the press corps of looting expensive wine during the evacuation. The black tie event descended into panic when multiple loud cracks rang out across the ballroom, later confirmed by authorities as gunfire. Amid the confusion, the Secret Service moved swiftly to evacuate high-profile attendees, prioritising the President’s safety. However, viral clips circulating online suggested that not everyone was solely focused on escaping the danger. Footage widely shared on social media, including by Russian state outlet RT, appeared to show journalists placing unopened bottles of vintage wine into bags and jacket pockets as they exited the venue. Also read: Why always Trump? US prez says he has 'studied assassinations' and thinks assassins target 'most impactful' people, cites Abraham Lincoln Within an hour, the phrase “Wine Gate” began trending across platforms, triggering a wave of criticism and dark humour. Several users condemned the alleged behaviour as emblematic of declining media ethics, while others responded with sarcasm and disbelief.

During the chaotic evacuation of the WHCD, viral footage of journalists allegedly looting expensive wine sparked “Wine Gate” online, with critics debating media ethics versus the absurdity of the moment.

'Great wine heist': Internet reacts after journalists seen fleeing with expensive booze during chaos post WHCD shooting

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Remarks made by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt ahead of the White House Correspondents’ dinner have gone viral on social media, with many suggesting they overshadowed the shooting incident at the venue. Meanwhile, another claim surfaced that Leavitt’s husband had warned her to “be very safe” just as the event began at Washington’s Hilton Hotel on Saturday (Apr 25). This comes after shots were fired at the media gala in Washington, where hundreds had gathered. US President Trump was rushed off stage and evacuated from the Hilton hotel ballroom as chaos unfolded at the venue. Ahead of the event, Leavitt gave a red carpet interview teasing Trump’s speech, saying it would be “classic” and that there would be “shots fired” in the room — a phrase she used figuratively to describe sharp political humour. She urged viewers to tune in, adding that the speech would be entertaining and largely written by Trump himself.“He is ready to rumble. This speech tonight will be classic Donald. J. Trump. It will be funny, it will be entertaining. There will be some shorts fired tonight in the room,” Leavitt said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 JUST NOW: Karoline Leavitt calls on everyone to watch tonight because Donald Trump will bring the heat and there will be “shots fired” LET’S FREAKING GO 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/GMkccJ7qvw">pic.twitter.com/GMkccJ7qvw</a>&mdash; MAGA Voice (@MAGAVoice) <a href="https://twitter.com/MAGAVoice/status/2048180791356821988?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Her comment quickly went viral after real gunshots were reported at the Washington Hilton, where the annual media gala was being held. Panic spread inside the ballroom as attendees heard multiple shots from a nearby area, prompting a swift response from the U.S. Secret Service. Guests were seen taking cover under tables while agents secured the venue and escorted Trump, Melania Trump, and JD Vance to safety.Meanwhile, Fox News reporter Aishah Hasnie claimed that moments before the event began, Leavitt’s husband, Nicholas “Nick” Riccio, had quietly warned her to “be very safe,” appearing unusually serious as he scanned the room.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">WTF: Fox News had a caller who attended the WH Correspondents&#39; Dinner say Karoline Leavitt&#39;s husband warned her to &quot;be very safe&quot; right as it started. He looked around the room and began saying &quot;There are some —&quot; before the call suddenly dropped. 👀 <a href="https://t.co/wpoXA3z98I">pic.twitter.com/wpoXA3z98I</a>&mdash; Kristin Sokoloff (@ksoklower48) <a href="https://twitter.com/ksoklower48/status/2048283425388581021?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s pre-event “shots fired” remark went viral after the Washington shooting, while a warning from her husband added to online speculation.

Remarks made by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt ahead of the White House Correspondents’ dinner have gone viral on social media, with many suggesting they overshadowed the shooting incident at the venue. Meanwhile, another claim surfaced that Leavitt’s husband had warned her to “be very safe” just as the event began at Washington’s Hilton Hotel on Saturday (Apr 25). This comes after shots were fired at the media gala in Washington, where hundreds had gathered. US President Trump was rushed off stage and evacuated from the Hilton hotel ballroom as chaos unfolded at the venue. Ahead of the event, Leavitt gave a red carpet interview teasing Trump’s speech, saying it would be “classic” and that there would be “shots fired” in the room — a phrase she used figuratively to describe sharp political humour. She urged viewers to tune in, adding that the speech would be entertaining and largely written by Trump himself. “He is ready to rumble. This speech tonight will be classic Donald. J. Trump. It will be funny, it will be entertaining. There will be some shorts fired tonight in the room,” Leavitt said.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s pre-event “shots fired” remark went viral after the Washington shooting, while a warning from her husband added to online speculation.

Overshadowing or coincidence? Karoline Leavitt’s remarks, husband’s warning before WH media dinner shooting go viral

Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, broke into tears while she was being escorted out following a shooting incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday, April 28. Donald Trump and other officials were also evacuated from the Washington Hilton after sounds resembling gunfire were heard. A video that surfaced on social media shows Erika visibly distressed, saying, “I just want to go home,” as two men quickly guide her away from the scene.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Erika Kirk was seen crying after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents Dinner 😬 “I just want to go home” <a href="https://t.co/oUA7I26OJK">pic.twitter.com/oUA7I26OJK</a>&mdash; kira 👾 (@kirawontmiss) <a href="https://twitter.com/kirawontmiss/status/2048231546851647548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The incident took place while Trump was attending the formal gathering in Washington. Soon after the gunfire erupted near a security checkpoint outside the ballroom, the Secret Service got active rapidly and Trump was take off the stage as armed personnel flooded the room. The chaos that followed drove guests to duck under tables as security personnel moved swiftly to secure the area.<h3>Several officials were present at the site</h3>Those present included Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, vice president JD Vance, secretary of state Marco Rubio, defence secretary Pete Hegseth and several cabinet members as well as senior officials.&nbsp;A witness said Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was escorted out by his security team, with guards supporting him on both sides. He appeared disoriented, described as “delirious”, and was reportedly struggling to walk, with his feet dragging as they led him away.&nbsp;Authorities later confirmed a suspect had been detained. The United States Secret Service said the gunfire occurred near the main security entrance, triggering a lockdown as police surrounded the Washington Hilton. Helicopters were also seen monitoring the area from above.&nbsp;This shooting unfolded nearly after seven month of the death of Trump ally Charlie Kirk. The famous conservative activist was killed on September 10 after being fatally shot while he was speaking at a university in Utah. &nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-stumbles-and-falls-while-being-evacuated-amid-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting-video-1777177348085">Trump stumbles and falls while being evacuated amid White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting - VIDEO</a>&nbsp;

Donald Trump and other officials were also evacuated from the Washington Hilton after sounds resembling gunfire were heard. A video that surfaced on social media shows Erika visibly distressed, saying, “I just want to go home,” as two men quickly guide her away from the scene.

Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, broke into tears while she was being escorted out following a shooting incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday, April 28. Donald Trump and other officials were also evacuated from the Washington Hilton after sounds resembling gunfire were heard. A video that surfaced on social media shows Erika visibly distressed, saying, “I just want to go home,” as two men quickly guide her away from the scene.

Donald Trump and other officials were also evacuated from the Washington Hilton after sounds resembling gunfire were heard. A video that surfaced on social media shows Erika visibly distressed, saying, “I just want to go home,” as two men quickly guide her away from the scene.

'I just want to go home': Erika Kirk breaks down after gunfire erupts at White House dinner - VIDEO

Amid the ongoing excitement about The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is slated to release on May 1, 2026, a conversation between a Gen Z employee and her manager has taken over the internet. In the now-viral screenshot, the exchange between the two has sparked a buzz online regarding how workplace communication has been changing.&nbsp;<h2>What's the viral email?</h2>"Hope you’re doing okay, because I’m not. Recently, the work environment at the office has been quite tense and it has given me bloating and triggered my skin very badly," the viral email read. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/the-devil-wears-prada-2-first-reviews-are-out-viewers-call-the-film-phenomenal-1776784786864">The Devil Wears Prada 2 first reviews are out! Viewers call the film ‘phenomenal’</a>&nbsp;Then they went on to request four days of leave, from April 28 to May 1, not just to rest but to reset emotionally. "So I want 4 days off (28 April-1 May) to recover, reset and become my main character self before the Devil Wears Prada 2 comes out," the screenshot further read.&nbsp;The employee also revealed her self-care plan and wrote, "I will use this break to pamper myself, get my nails done and sort my outfit." Then the email concluded with a praise for The Devil Wears Prada, "This movie is not just a movie for me, I literally applied to NIFT because of it, so you know this is serious. Hope you understand."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/anne-hathaway-was-the-9th-choice-for-devil-wears-prada-the-behind-the-scenes-history-of-the-film-ahead-of-its-sequel-1776860069356">Anne Hathaway was the 9th choice for The Devil Wears Prada? The behind-the-scenes history of the film ahead of its sequel</a><h2>Manager's reply wins hearts</h2>While many expected a formal or even critical reply, it was the manager’s unexpected response that grabbed attention. "Okay, approved bestie," the screenshot said. The informal approval quickly went viral and became a hot topic of discussion, leaving the internet divided.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Corporate world is not ready for GenZ girls <a href="https://t.co/JIM8mLfFz1">pic.twitter.com/JIM8mLfFz1</a>&mdash; Prayag (@theprayagtiwari) <a href="https://twitter.com/theprayagtiwari/status/2047628982858993828?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/london-shines-in-style-best-dressed-looks-at-the-devil-wears-prada-2-london-premiere-1776939173294">London shines in style: Best-dressed looks at The Devil Wears Prada 2 London premiere</a><h2>Internet reactions</h2>Social media was flooded with reactions as the email surfaced. "Now a days people only read subject line done you only give explanation if it's more than a week! This is dumb," one X user said. "Genz are not serious enough in corporate world too," another wrote. "May we all get manager like her in our office," said another. "genz in corporate are healing the toxic work environment and the hr is such a girl's girl," read another comment. "Main character energy loss should be considered a valid reason for leave," wrote one user.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-devil-wears-prada-2-meryl-streep-gives-verdict-on-karan-johar-s-look-watch-1775917977317"> The Devil Wears Prada 2: Meryl Streep gives verdict on Karan Johar’s look | Watch</a><h2>The Devil Wears Prada 2</h2>Directed by David Frankel, the sequel brings back the original cast, Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, 20 years after the first film. The characters are said to reconnect due to a crisis at Runway magazine. The Devil Wears Prada 2 also features Simone Ashley, Keneth Branagh, and Lucy Liu in key roles.

Can The Devil Wears Prada 2 help to get your leaves approved by your manager? A Gen Z employee's unusually candid leave request went viral on social media. But what shocked the internet was the manager's response. 

Amid the ongoing excitement about The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is slated to release on May 1, 2026, a conversation between a Gen Z employee and her manager has taken over the internet. In the now-viral screenshot, the exchange between the two has sparked a buzz online regarding how workplace communication has been changing. What's the viral email? "Hope you’re doing okay, because I’m not. Recently, the work environment at the office has been quite tense and it has given me bloating and triggered my skin very badly," the viral email read. Also Read: The Devil Wears Prada 2 first reviews are out! Viewers call the film ‘phenomenal’ Then they went on to request four days of leave, from April 28 to May 1, not just to rest but to reset emotionally. "So I want 4 days off (28 April-1 May) to recover, reset and become my main character self before the Devil Wears Prada 2 comes out," the screenshot further read. The employee also revealed her self-care plan and wrote, "I will use this break to pamper myself, get my nails done and sort my outfit." Then the email concluded with a praise for The Devil Wears Prada, "This movie is not just a movie for me, I literally applied to NIFT because of it, so you know this is serious. Hope you understand." Also Read: Anne Hathaway was the 9th choice for The Devil Wears Prada? The behind-the-scenes history of the film ahead of its sequel Manager's reply wins hearts While many expected a formal or even critical reply, it was the manager’s unexpected response that grabbed attention. "Okay, approved bestie," the screenshot said. The informal approval quickly went viral and became a hot topic of discussion, leaving the internet divided.

Can The Devil Wears Prada 2 help to get your leaves approved by your manager? A Gen Z employee's unusually candid leave request went viral on social media. But what shocked the internet was the manager's response.&nbsp;

The Devil Wears Prada 2 craze: Gen Z’s ‘main character’ leave request goes viral; manager's response wins internet

During the first phase of West Bengal elections on Thursday (April 24) an unusual incident unfolded under the Matigara-Naxalbari assembly segment in Siliguri subdivision. A man who was waiting at booth no. 25/238 in Phansidewa's Tarabari for hours, intercepted his wife who had eloped with another man 2 years ago.&nbsp;He had guessed his wife would turn up at the polling station to vote and he was lucky.&nbsp;According to eyewitnesses, a man was waiting at booth no. 25/238 &nbsp;in Phansidewa's Tarabari since morning. He did not speak to anybody and did not give an inkling as to what he was up to.&nbsp;At 2pm, a woman arrived at the booth with her voter's slip and EPIC card. &nbsp;As soon as the man saw the woman he lunged at her &nbsp; trying to snatch her voter card, pulling her hair and holding her tightly from behind so that she does not escape. On seeing the man and the woman pushing each other, CAPF personnel rushed in and freed the woman. The man, however, kept screaming at the woman.&nbsp;The man then requested the CRPF to stop her from voting until his name was removed from her EPIC card as her husband. But the request was declined and the woman was allowed to vote and later escorted out of the area.&nbsp;

According to eyewitnesses, a man was waiting at booth no. 25/238  in Phansidewas Tarabari since morning without saying a word or talking to people.

During the first phase of West Bengal elections on Thursday (April 24) an unusual incident unfolded under the Matigara-Naxalbari assembly segment in Siliguri subdivision. A man who was waiting at booth no. 25/238 in Phansidewa's Tarabari for hours, intercepted his wife who had eloped with another man 2 years ago. He had guessed his wife would turn up at the polling station to vote and he was lucky. According to eyewitnesses, a man was waiting at booth no. 25/238 in Phansidewa's Tarabari since morning. He did not speak to anybody and did not give an inkling as to what he was up to. At 2pm, a woman arrived at the booth with her voter's slip and EPIC card. As soon as the man saw the woman he lunged at her trying to snatch her voter card, pulling her hair and holding her tightly from behind so that she does not escape. On seeing the man and the woman pushing each other, CAPF personnel rushed in and freed the woman. The man, however, kept screaming at the woman. The man then requested the CRPF to stop her from voting until his name was removed from her EPIC card as her husband. But the request was declined and the woman was allowed to vote and later escorted out of the area.

According to eyewitnesses, a man was waiting at booth no. 25/238 &nbsp;in Phansidewa's Tarabari since morning without saying a word or talking to people.

Man waits 5 hours at polling booth in Bengal to nab his wife, who eloped

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Why is Iran bringing a decades-old tanker back into service? As pressure mounts from the US blockade, Tehran is turning to stopgap fixes to store oil, including reviving the ageing vessel Nasha near Kharg Island.

Is this a sign that Trump's plan is working? Scroll down to find out.

Iran, as per reports, seems to be scrambling to find somewhere to put its oil. With Kharg Island, the terminal that handles roughly 90 per cent of the country's crude exports, approaching maximum storage capacity, Tehran has been forced to resurrect a 30-year-old tanker that had been sitting empty and unused for years, according to Gulf News. The vessel, named Nasha, is currently en route to Kharg Island to serve as floating storage, according to tracking data from TankerTrackers.com. Why does Iran's revival of an oil tanker matter? The move is a stopgap measure, but the fact that Iran is resorting to it signals how effectively the US naval blockade is squeezing the country's oil infrastructure. Analysts told Gulf News that at Iran's current net oil inflow rate of around one million barrels per day, the remaining spare capacity at Kharg could fill up in as little as 12 to 13 days. If that happens, Iran faces a serious problem with no easy solution. Oil that can't be stored can't be produced, and oil that can't be exported can't generate the revenue Tehran needs to keep functioning. The blockade, in other words, is not just a military posture; it's an economic vice. Can a US-Iran ceasefire happen anytime soon? Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged Friday (Apr 24) that Iran still has "an open window" for negotiations, but added that "the clock is not on their side." In recent days, US enforcement has been relentless. This week, American forces seized a sanctioned Iranian-flagged tanker trying to slip past the blockade in darkness, bound for Singapore. At least three other Iranian vessels were intercepted in Asian waters near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka on Wednesday, according to American shipping and security sources. The US has also deployed the USS George H.W. Bush, a nuclear-powered carrier stretching over 1,000 feet and capable of operating more than 80 aircraft. The aircraft carrier arrived in the Middle East on Friday, bringing the total number of American carriers in the region to three. Iran also claimed to have seized two vessels attempting to exit the Gulf through the strait, marking its first such seizures since the war began.

Why is Iran bringing a decades-old tanker back into service? As pressure mounts from the US blockade, Tehran is turning to stopgap fixes to store oil, including reviving the ageing vessel Nasha near Kharg Island.Is this a sign that Trump's plan is working? Scroll down to find out.

Resurrecting the dead: Why has Iran pulled 'ghost ship' Nasha out of retirement? Shocking reason REVEALED

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult life experiences most of us are cursed to bear. In the United Kingdom, a physically healthy mother who buried her son four years ago has chosen to 'Die With A Smile' at an assisted suicide clinic in Switzerland to escape the pain. 56-year-old Wendy Duffy was forced to choose Switzerland, where assisted suicide is legal, as a hotly debated right-to-die bill has remained stalled in the UK parliament for the last year. This is her story.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-weird-stuff-happens-us-navy-sailor-headed-to-strait-of-hormuz-for-trump-s-minesweeping-mission-attacked-by-monkey-1777009414675">'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz</a><h2>Who is Wendy Duffy?</h2>Wendy Duffy, 56, lost her son to a freak choking incident four years ago. Her son, Marcus, died at the age of 23 after choking on a tomato that got lodged in his windpipe while he was sleeping. Following his death, Wendy tried to commit suicide by overdosing, but ended up on a ventilator for two weeks.She says that ultimately no amount of medication or therapy could help make her feel whole again and that she "can't wait" to die. According to the New York Post, this time she wants her death to be "neater"."I could step off a motorway bridge or a tower block, but that would leave anyone finding me dealing with that for the rest of their lives," she said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-profiting-off-righteous-operation-how-an-army-soldier-used-secret-war-plans-about-maduro-s-capture-to-make-400-000-on-polymarket-1776993168140">'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket</a><h2>'Die With A Smile': How much did Wendy Duffy pay for dying?</h2>Wendy's application for euthanasia was accepted by Pegasos, a Swiss assisted-dying nonprofit organisation. She will pay $13,500 to euthanise herself under its care.The grieving mother revealed that she has already decided what she will wear to her deathbed. Talking to Daily Mail, she revealed that Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ "Die With A Smile" will be playing as she passes on. She acknowledged that it will be difficult to bid goodbye to her siblings, four sisters and two brothers. But, she said that she will call them when she gets to Switzerland. "It will be a hard call where I’ll say goodbye and thank them. But they will get it. They know. Honestly, 100%, they know that I’m not happy, that I don’t want to be here," she said.<h2>Blast from the past?</h2>Wendy's decision to die despite being healthy has brought back memories of Noella Castillo, a healthy 5-year-old sexual gang rape victim. Castillo's death by assisted suicide in Spain last month had sparked an international uproar, with the Donald trump administration ordering the US Embassy in Madrid to open an investigation into Spanish law enforcement's handling of the brutal sexual assault against her.&nbsp;If you or someone you know wants help for mental well being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, 98204 66726, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata), Parivarthan (Bangalore) +91 76766 02602WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations

Wendy Duffy, a 56-year-old mother from the UK, has chosen to undergo euthanasia. Here’s the part that makes this case so controversial: she is not terminally ill. Why is she choosing to die by suicide? All you need to know.

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult life experiences most of us are cursed to bear. In the United Kingdom, a physically healthy mother who buried her son four years ago has chosen to 'Die With A Smile' at an assisted suicide clinic in Switzerland to escape the pain. 56-year-old Wendy Duffy was forced to choose Switzerland, where assisted suicide is legal, as a hotly debated right-to-die bill has remained stalled in the UK parliament for the last year. This is her story. Also read | 'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz Who is Wendy Duffy? Wendy Duffy, 56, lost her son to a freak choking incident four years ago. Her son, Marcus, died at the age of 23 after choking on a tomato that got lodged in his windpipe while he was sleeping. Following his death, Wendy tried to commit suicide by overdosing, but ended up on a ventilator for two weeks. She says that ultimately no amount of medication or therapy could help make her feel whole again and that she "can't wait" to die. According to the New York Post, this time she wants her death to be "neater". "I could step off a motorway bridge or a tower block, but that would leave anyone finding me dealing with that for the rest of their lives," she said. Also read | 'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket 'Die With A Smile': How much did Wendy Duffy pay for dying? Wendy's application for euthanasia was accepted by Pegasos, a Swiss assisted-dying nonprofit organisation. She will pay $13,500 to euthanise herself under its care. The grieving mother revealed that she has already decided what she will wear to her deathbed. Talking to Daily Mail, she revealed that Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ "Die With A Smile" will be playing as she passes on. She acknowledged that it will be difficult to bid goodbye to her siblings, four sisters and two brothers. But, she said that she will call them when she gets to Switzerland. "It will be a hard call where I’ll say goodbye and thank them. But they will get it. They know. Honestly, 100%, they know that I’m not happy, that I don’t want to be here," she said. Blast from the past? Wendy's decision to die despite being healthy has brought back memories of Noella Castillo, a healthy 5-year-old sexual gang rape victim. Castillo's death by assisted suicide in Spain last month had sparked an international uproar, with the Donald trump administration ordering the US Embassy in Madrid to open an investigation into Spanish law enforcement's handling of the brutal sexual assault against her. If you or someone you know wants help for mental well being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, 98204 66726, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata), Parivarthan (Bangalore) +91 76766 02602 WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations

Wendy Duffy, a 56-year-old mother from the UK, has chosen to undergo euthanasia. Here’s the part that makes this case so controversial: she is not terminally ill. Why is she choosing to die by suicide? All you need to know.

'Die with a smile': Healthy UK mother chooses assisted suicide due to THIS heartbreaking reason

Hours after the Justice Department announced it was lifting the federal moratorium on capital punishment and reinstating firing squad executions, Pope Leo XIV, in a pointed video message, condemned the death penalty. The timing of the video left little ambiguity about where the Pope stood, or who he was addressing. "The dignity of the person is not lost even after very serious crimes are committed," Leo said in a message sent to DePaul University, a Catholic institution in his native Chicago, marking the 15th anniversary of Illinois abolishing capital punishment.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-weird-stuff-happens-us-navy-sailor-headed-to-strait-of-hormuz-for-trump-s-minesweeping-mission-attacked-by-monkey-1777009414675">'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz</a><h2>What did the Pope say?</h2>In a pointed message, the head of the Catholic Church, who in recent days has been engaged in a very public feud with US President Donald Trump, highlighted that every life is sacred. "The Catholic Church has consistently taught that each human life, from the moment of conception until natural death, is sacred and deserves to be protected. Indeed, the right to life is the very foundation of every other human right," he said.Acknowledging that those who commit a crime need to be punished, he suggested that instead of such hardline penalties, methods that protect the citizens while giving the guilty a shot at "redemption" could be embraced. "Furthermore, effective systems of detention can be and have been developed that protect citizens while at the same time do not completely deprive those who are guilty of the possibility of redemption."The pope also invoked his predecessors to make clear this wasn't just a personal opinion. "Pope Francis and my recent predecessors repeatedly insisted that the common good can be safeguarded and the requirements of justice can be met without recourse to capital punishment," he said. "The church teaches that the death penalty is inadmissible because it is an attack on the inviolability and dignity of the person."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-die-with-a-smile-healthy-uk-mother-who-lost-son-to-freak-accident-chooses-assisted-suicide-over-living-without-him-1777017520511">'Die with a smile': Healthy UK mother chooses assisted suicide because of THIS heartbreaking reason</a><h2>US and firing squad punishment</h2>The remarks landed on the same day Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally announced the end of a Biden-era moratorium on federal executions, announcing the return of capital punishment, including by firing squad. Blanche also blamed the previous administration for failing to pursue "the ultimate punishment against the most dangerous criminals, including terrorists, child murderers, and cop killers." There had been no federal executions during Biden's presidency or in the first 15 months of Trump's second term. The last federal execution took place in the final days of Trump's first administration.

As Donald Trump’s administration lifts the moratorium and brings back firing squads, the Pope has issued a sharp moral rebuke, calling the death penalty “inadmissible.”

What exactly did he say, and why does it matter now? Scroll down to find out.

Hours after the Justice Department announced it was lifting the federal moratorium on capital punishment and reinstating firing squad executions, Pope Leo XIV, in a pointed video message, condemned the death penalty. The timing of the video left little ambiguity about where the Pope stood, or who he was addressing. "The dignity of the person is not lost even after very serious crimes are committed," Leo said in a message sent to DePaul University, a Catholic institution in his native Chicago, marking the 15th anniversary of Illinois abolishing capital punishment. Also read | 'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz What did the Pope say? In a pointed message, the head of the Catholic Church, who in recent days has been engaged in a very public feud with US President Donald Trump, highlighted that every life is sacred. "The Catholic Church has consistently taught that each human life, from the moment of conception until natural death, is sacred and deserves to be protected. Indeed, the right to life is the very foundation of every other human right," he said. Acknowledging that those who commit a crime need to be punished, he suggested that instead of such hardline penalties, methods that protect the citizens while giving the guilty a shot at "redemption" could be embraced. "Furthermore, effective systems of detention can be and have been developed that protect citizens while at the same time do not completely deprive those who are guilty of the possibility of redemption." The pope also invoked his predecessors to make clear this wasn't just a personal opinion. "Pope Francis and my recent predecessors repeatedly insisted that the common good can be safeguarded and the requirements of justice can be met without recourse to capital punishment," he said. "The church teaches that the death penalty is inadmissible because it is an attack on the inviolability and dignity of the person." Also read | 'Die with a smile': Healthy UK mother chooses assisted suicide because of THIS heartbreaking reason US and firing squad punishment The remarks landed on the same day Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally announced the end of a Biden-era moratorium on federal executions, announcing the return of capital punishment, including by firing squad. Blanche also blamed the previous administration for failing to pursue "the ultimate punishment against the most dangerous criminals, including terrorists, child murderers, and cop killers." There had been no federal executions during Biden's presidency or in the first 15 months of Trump's second term. The last federal execution took place in the final days of Trump's first administration.

As Donald Trump’s administration lifts the moratorium and brings back firing squads, the Pope has issued a sharp moral rebuke, calling the death penalty “inadmissible.”What exactly did he say, and why does it matter now? Scroll down to find out.

'Attack on dignity': Pope Leo XIV takes fresh swipe at Trump; the most explosive moment yet in their public feud

The body of one of two Bangladeshi doctoral students who disappeared from the University of South Florida was found on a bridge over Tampa Bay on Friday (Apr 24) morning, while the search for his missing girlfriend continues. Remains of Zamil Limon, 27, were found on the Howard Frankland Bridge. His roommate, 26-year-old Hisham Saleh Abugharbeih, was taken into custody at his family's home near the USF campus.<h2>Charges against Abugharbeih</h2>Preliminary charges against Abugharbeih include unlawful movement of a dead body, failure to report a death, tampering with evidence, false imprisonment and battery. On X, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) posted a video of Abugharbeih's arrest and confirmed that he had been arrested in connection with the disappearance of USF students Limon and Nahida Bristy, 27.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-weird-stuff-happens-us-navy-sailor-headed-to-strait-of-hormuz-for-trump-s-minesweeping-mission-attacked-by-monkey-1777009414675">'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz</a>Abugharbeih's arrest came after officers responded to a domestic violence report at his family's home, just north of the campus. After relatives were safely removed, Abugharbeih barricaded himself inside and refused to come out. A tactical team, drone, robot, and crisis negotiators were deployed before he eventually surrendered, appearing to wear nothing but a blue towel.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨MISSING USF STUDENTS UPDATE🚨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/teamHCSO?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#teamHCSO</a> has located the remains of Zamil Limon, 27 and arrested Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of Limon and Nahida Bristy, 27. Detectives are actively following investigative leads in the area surrounding the Howard… <a href="https://t.co/BPgzMXl1cp">pic.twitter.com/BPgzMXl1cp</a>&mdash; HCSO (@HCSOSheriff) <a href="https://twitter.com/HCSOSheriff/status/2047760121149677693?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Investigators had spoken with Abugharbeih on Thursday, but he ended the interview. Maurer said he resumed speaking with detectives after his arrest Friday. There are no other suspects in the investigation at this time."This is a deeply disturbing case that on shaken our community and impacted many who were hoping for a safe resolution," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "While the discovery of Zamil Limon’s remains is heartbreaking, I want the public to know that our detectives worked and are working tirelessly and relentlessly to uncover the truth. We will continue to follow every fact, pursue every lead, and use every tool available to hold those responsible fully accountable. Our thoughts remain with the families of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy during this time," added the statement.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-use-nuclear-weapons-against-tehran-trump-finally-reveals-his-plan-on-day-55-of-iran-war-1776996331952">US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war</a><h2>Nahida Bristy ‘endangered’ and missing</h2>Limon's partner, Nahida Bristy, 27, remains missing. "We are still actively searching for Nahida," said Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Joseph Maurer, appealing to the public for any useful information.On X HCSO posted a video of its Office Marine and Dive teams searching near the Howard Frankland Bridge where Limon's remains were found. An autopsy is underway to determine the cause and manner of Limon's death, with results possibly available Saturday.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨Missing USF Student🚨 Following the discovery Zamil Limon’s remains, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Marine and Dive teams are searching near the Howard Frankland Bridge for Nahida Bristy. We want to thank FHP and the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for their… <a href="https://t.co/DgjLD4w1m3">pic.twitter.com/DgjLD4w1m3</a>&mdash; HCSO (@HCSOSheriff) <a href="https://twitter.com/HCSOSheriff/status/2047775107771257107?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The two students had been missing since April 16. Limon, who was studying geography, environmental science and policy, was last seen at the off-campus apartment he shared with Abugharbeih. Bristy, a chemical engineering student who lived on campus, was last seen approximately an hour later at a campus science building. A family friend raised the alarm on April 17 after being unable to reach either of them. The couple had been considering marriage, a relative said.

What happened to the missing Bangladeshi PhD couple in Florida? The body of Zamil Limon has been found, while his partner, Nahida Bristy remains missing. Limon's roommate is now in custody.

What exactly unfolded in the days before their disappearance? Scroll down to find out.

The body of one of two Bangladeshi doctoral students who disappeared from the University of South Florida was found on a bridge over Tampa Bay on Friday (Apr 24) morning, while the search for his missing girlfriend continues. Remains of Zamil Limon, 27, were found on the Howard Frankland Bridge. His roommate, 26-year-old Hisham Saleh Abugharbeih, was taken into custody at his family's home near the USF campus. Charges against Abugharbeih Preliminary charges against Abugharbeih include unlawful movement of a dead body, failure to report a death, tampering with evidence, false imprisonment and battery. On X, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) posted a video of Abugharbeih's arrest and confirmed that he had been arrested in connection with the disappearance of USF students Limon and Nahida Bristy, 27. Also read | 'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz Abugharbeih's arrest came after officers responded to a domestic violence report at his family's home, just north of the campus. After relatives were safely removed, Abugharbeih barricaded himself inside and refused to come out. A tactical team, drone, robot, and crisis negotiators were deployed before he eventually surrendered, appearing to wear nothing but a blue towel.

What happened to the missing Bangladeshi PhD couple in Florida? The body of Zamil Limon has been found, while his partner, Nahida Bristy remains missing. Limon's roommate is now in custody.What exactly unfolded in the days before their disappearance? Scroll down to find out.

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Prediction markets, platforms that allow users to wager on future events, are facing growing scrutiny as suspicious trading activity raises concerns about insider information. The spotlight intensified after a US Army special forces soldier involved in a mission targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was charged with using classified intelligence to place bets tied to the operation. Here’s a closer look at how these platforms work and why they are drawing attention.<h2>What are prediction markets?</h2>Prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi function similarly to gambling platforms, but instead of focusing on sports, users bet on real-world events. These can range from political outcomes and global events to weather forecasts and even social media activity. For example, users might bet on when Keir Starmer could leave office, how frequently Elon Musk might post online, or temperature trends in cities like Paris. Participants profit if their predictions are correct, while platforms earn revenue by charging transaction fees. With millions of users, these markets now handle billions of dollars in wagers across topics like elections, tariffs, and oil prices.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shocking-kash-patel-was-arrested-twice-before-fbi-role-details-from-2005-letter-resurface-amid-new-allegations-1777071901768">Shocking! Kash Patel was arrested twice before FBI role. Details from 2005 letter resurface amid new allegations</a><h2>Are these markets legal?</h2>Globally, prediction markets are largely legal. However, the situation is more complex in the United States. Polymarket had been unavailable domestically for years but recently resumed limited operations. Meanwhile, Kalshi operates under regulation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, offering a wider selection of markets to American users. Some users bypass restrictions by using VPNs to access international platforms. Unlike traditional bookmakers, these platforms argue they function as exchanges, facilitating “trades” rather than setting odds.<h2>Can they predict real-world events?</h2>Possibly. Research suggests that collective forecasting, often referred to as “the wisdom of crowds”, can outperform individual experts. As a result, prediction market data can offer insights into likely outcomes in politics, economics, and global affairs.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-ignores-lebanon-truce-war-rages-with-hezbollah-un-says-lebanon-cannot-be-another-gaza-1777055411706/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-ignores-lebanon-truce-war-rages-with-hezbollah-un-says-lebanon-cannot-be-another-gaza-1777055411706/embed</a><h2>What are the risks?</h2>Concerns have grown over the potential misuse of insider information. In the latest case, a US soldier allegedly earned over $400,000 by betting on outcomes tied to a military operation in Venezuela. Similar concerns arose before major events like the American-Israeli strikes on Iran and the Oscars, where unusual betting patterns correctly anticipated outcomes. An analysis by The New York Times found a surge in bets predicting a US strike on Iran shortly before it occurred, raising suspicions of privileged information being used.<h2>Regulatory backlash grows</h2>In response, several US states have moved to restrict or ban prediction markets. Both Polymarket and Kalshi say they are strengthening safeguards. Kalshi recently banned political candidates from betting on their own races. The White House has also warned staff against using insider knowledge to place bets tied to geopolitical events.<h2>A concept with a long history</h2>While prediction markets are gaining traction today, the concept is not new. The Iowa Electronic Markets, launched in 1988, is an early example focused on political forecasting. In 2003, the Pentagon explored launching a platform to predict events such as terrorist attacks. However, the idea faced strong backlash and was quickly abandoned.

Prediction markets like Polymarket face scrutiny after a US soldier allegedly used classified Maduro raid intel to earn $400K, raising legal concerns

Prediction markets, platforms that allow users to wager on future events, are facing growing scrutiny as suspicious trading activity raises concerns about insider information. The spotlight intensified after a US Army special forces soldier involved in a mission targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was charged with using classified intelligence to place bets tied to the operation. Here’s a closer look at how these platforms work and why they are drawing attention. What are prediction markets? Prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi function similarly to gambling platforms, but instead of focusing on sports, users bet on real-world events. These can range from political outcomes and global events to weather forecasts and even social media activity. For example, users might bet on when Keir Starmer could leave office, how frequently Elon Musk might post online, or temperature trends in cities like Paris. Participants profit if their predictions are correct, while platforms earn revenue by charging transaction fees. With millions of users, these markets now handle billions of dollars in wagers across topics like elections, tariffs, and oil prices. Also Read: Shocking! Kash Patel was arrested twice before FBI role. Details from 2005 letter resurface amid new allegations Are these markets legal? Globally, prediction markets are largely legal. However, the situation is more complex in the United States. Polymarket had been unavailable domestically for years but recently resumed limited operations. Meanwhile, Kalshi operates under regulation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, offering a wider selection of markets to American users. Some users bypass restrictions by using VPNs to access international platforms. Unlike traditional bookmakers, these platforms argue they function as exchanges, facilitating “trades” rather than setting odds. Can they predict real-world events? Possibly. Research suggests that collective forecasting, often referred to as “the wisdom of crowds”, can outperform individual experts. As a result, prediction market data can offer insights into likely outcomes in politics, economics, and global affairs. https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-ignores-lebanon-truce-war-rages-with-hezbollah-un-says-lebanon-cannot-be-another-gaza-1777055411706/embed What are the risks? Concerns have grown over the potential misuse of insider information. In the latest case, a US soldier allegedly earned over $400,000 by betting on outcomes tied to a military operation in Venezuela. Similar concerns arose before major events like the American-Israeli strikes on Iran and the Oscars, where unusual betting patterns correctly anticipated outcomes. An analysis by The New York Times found a surge in bets predicting a US strike on Iran shortly before it occurred, raising suspicions of privileged information being used. Regulatory backlash grows In response, several US states have moved to restrict or ban prediction markets. Both Polymarket and Kalshi say they are strengthening safeguards. Kalshi recently banned political candidates from betting on their own races. The White House has also warned staff against using insider knowledge to place bets tied to geopolitical events. A concept with a long history While prediction markets are gaining traction today, the concept is not new. The Iowa Electronic Markets, launched in 1988, is an early example focused on political forecasting. In 2003, the Pentagon explored launching a platform to predict events such as terrorist attacks. However, the idea faced strong backlash and was quickly abandoned.

Prediction markets face scrutiny after a US soldier allegedly used classified Maduro raid intel to earn $400K, raising insider trading concerns

What are prediction markets? How they work and why they are under scrutiny

The Justice Department is actively pursuing at least 300 foreign-born American citizens as potential targets for denaturalisation, the legal process of stripping someone of their US citizenship, in what may be the highest volume of such cases in the country's history. Talking to NBC News, a Justice Department official confirmed that the number of people under review runs into the hundreds. A department spokesperson said the effort was moving "at warp speed," adding that the administration was "pursuing the highest volume of denaturalisation referrals in history" under the leadership of US President Donald Trump and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-weird-stuff-happens-us-navy-sailor-headed-to-strait-of-hormuz-for-trump-s-minesweeping-mission-attacked-by-monkey-1777009414675">'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz</a><h2>US 'laser focused on rooting out criminal aliens'</h2>The DOJ official confirmed that federal prosecutors in field offices across America were working on the effort. "The Department of Justice is laser-focused on rooting out criminal aliens defrauding the naturalisation process," said the unnamed official. "Under the leadership of President Trump and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, the Department is pursuing the highest volume of denaturalisation referrals in history. We are moving at warp speed to ensure fraudsters are held accountable and prosecuted to the fullest extent."Denaturalisation has historically been an exceptionally rare legal tool, reserved for cases where someone concealed a serious criminal history, like war crimes, human rights violations, or fraud during the naturalisation process. Across the entirety of Trump's first term, the administration filed a total of 102 such cases. The current push is on track to dwarf that figure within months.US Citizenship and Immigration Services has deployed experts to field offices across the country and reassigned staff specifically to identify potential cases, to supply between 100 and 200 referrals per month to the Justice Department for prosecution. Federal prosecutors in field offices nationwide are working through the caseload.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-use-nuclear-weapons-against-tehran-trump-finally-reveals-his-plan-on-day-55-of-iran-war-1776996331952">US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war</a><h2>Which naturalised citizens is the Trump admin targeting?</h2>The Justice Department has outlined the types of cases it wants attorneys to prioritise, from individuals who pose national security risks or have been involved in war crimes or torture, to those accused of Medicaid and Medicare fraud or other forms of government fraud. It remains unclear which specific criteria apply to the roughly 300 people currently identified, or why they were singled out. The New York Times first reported the figure.The denaturalisation drive sits within a much broader immigration enforcement push that has defined Trump's second term. This, over the past year, has included mass deportation operations, large-scale ICE deployments into American cities, and the construction of detention facilities.<h2>How many naturalised citizens does the US have?</h2>Roughly 800,000 people become naturalised US citizens each year, according to Homeland Security data.

Why is the US government moving to strip citizenship from hundreds of people? Under Donald Trump, the Justice Department is fast-tracking denaturalisation cases, with at least 300 individuals under review.

Who’s being targeted? Is your citizenship at risk? Scroll down to find out.

The Justice Department is actively pursuing at least 300 foreign-born American citizens as potential targets for denaturalisation, the legal process of stripping someone of their US citizenship, in what may be the highest volume of such cases in the country's history. Talking to NBC News, a Justice Department official confirmed that the number of people under review runs into the hundreds. A department spokesperson said the effort was moving "at warp speed," adding that the administration was "pursuing the highest volume of denaturalisation referrals in history" under the leadership of US President Donald Trump and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Also read | 'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz US 'laser focused on rooting out criminal aliens' The DOJ official confirmed that federal prosecutors in field offices across America were working on the effort. "The Department of Justice is laser-focused on rooting out criminal aliens defrauding the naturalisation process," said the unnamed official. "Under the leadership of President Trump and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, the Department is pursuing the highest volume of denaturalisation referrals in history. We are moving at warp speed to ensure fraudsters are held accountable and prosecuted to the fullest extent." Denaturalisation has historically been an exceptionally rare legal tool, reserved for cases where someone concealed a serious criminal history, like war crimes, human rights violations, or fraud during the naturalisation process. Across the entirety of Trump's first term, the administration filed a total of 102 such cases. The current push is on track to dwarf that figure within months. US Citizenship and Immigration Services has deployed experts to field offices across the country and reassigned staff specifically to identify potential cases, to supply between 100 and 200 referrals per month to the Justice Department for prosecution. Federal prosecutors in field offices nationwide are working through the caseload. Also read | US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war Which naturalised citizens is the Trump admin targeting? The Justice Department has outlined the types of cases it wants attorneys to prioritise, from individuals who pose national security risks or have been involved in war crimes or torture, to those accused of Medicaid and Medicare fraud or other forms of government fraud. It remains unclear which specific criteria apply to the roughly 300 people currently identified, or why they were singled out. The New York Times first reported the figure. The denaturalisation drive sits within a much broader immigration enforcement push that has defined Trump's second term. This, over the past year, has included mass deportation operations, large-scale ICE deployments into American cities, and the construction of detention facilities. How many naturalised citizens does the US have? Roughly 800,000 people become naturalised US citizens each year, according to Homeland Security data.

Why is the US government moving to strip citizenship from hundreds of people? Under Donald Trump, the Justice Department is fast-tracking denaturalisation cases, with at least 300 individuals under review.Who’s being targeted? Is your citizenship at risk? Scroll down to find out.

Trump DOJ working at 'warp speed' to strip hundreds of Americans of US citizenship. Are you at risk?

Spicy food has been linked to a longer life according to research done in 2017. The study carried out by the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont shows that eating hot red chili peppers was linked to a 13 per cent lower adjusted risk of death overall in Americans than those who did not. like it hot. Published in PLOS ONE, the research analysed data from 16,179 adults in the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (NHANES) III. The data was used from a survey carried out between 1988 and 1994. Participants had an average age of 18.9 years. Over a monitoring period of 273,877 person-years, researchers noted that the overall mortality was 21.6 per cent among those who ate hot red chili peppers, versus 33.6 per cent among those who did not. Even after accounting for variables such as age, health status, and lifestyle choices, the study concluded that eating chili peppers is linked to a statistically significant—albeit modest—increase in life expectancy.&nbsp;After the 2017 study, more research was carried out in the area, including a 2020 analysis. The analysis presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions took into account four major studies where more than 570,000 people in the United States, Italy, China, and Iran were studied for their spicy habits. Those who regularly consumed &nbsp;chili peppers had a 26 per cent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, a 23 per cent lower risk of death from cancer, and their risk of death from any other cause also dropped by 25 per cent. “We were surprised to find that in these previously published studies, regular consumption of chili pepper was associated with an overall risk-reduction of all cause, CVD, and cancer mortality,” said senior author Bo Xu, a cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic. However, Xu stressed that the analysis doesn’t prove a direct link between chili peppers and long life, and that more studies need to be carried out.&nbsp;In 2024, the Chinese Medical Journal also carried out a study on spicy food and longevity. Researchers studied the life of 486,000 Chinese adults for roughly 12 years and noted that those who ate spicy food at least once a week were at a slightly lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, a clear significant link for stroke did not come up in the analysis. Overall, research suggests spicy foods likely had certain health benefits, especially for heart health. However, the effects are not highly defined. Besides, being based on observations, these studied cannot prove cause and effect. It is possible that people who eat more chili peppers also follow a health lifestyle.&nbsp;

If you are a fan of spicy food, you could be unknowingly adding years to your life. Several studies over the years have shown that people who eat chilli peppers are at a lower risk of several diseases, especially those linked to the heart.

Spicy food has been linked to a longer life according to research done in 2017. The study carried out by the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont shows that eating hot red chili peppers was linked to a 13 per cent lower adjusted risk of death overall in Americans than those who did not. like it hot. Published in PLOS ONE, the research analysed data from 16,179 adults in the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (NHANES) III. The data was used from a survey carried out between 1988 and 1994. Participants had an average age of 18.9 years. Over a monitoring period of 273,877 person-years, researchers noted that the overall mortality was 21.6 per cent among those who ate hot red chili peppers, versus 33.6 per cent among those who did not. Even after accounting for variables such as age, health status, and lifestyle choices, the study concluded that eating chili peppers is linked to a statistically significant—albeit modest—increase in life expectancy. After the 2017 study, more research was carried out in the area, including a 2020 analysis. The analysis presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions took into account four major studies where more than 570,000 people in the United States, Italy, China, and Iran were studied for their spicy habits. Those who regularly consumed chili peppers had a 26 per cent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, a 23 per cent lower risk of death from cancer, and their risk of death from any other cause also dropped by 25 per cent. “We were surprised to find that in these previously published studies, regular consumption of chili pepper was associated with an overall risk-reduction of all cause, CVD, and cancer mortality,” said senior author Bo Xu, a cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic. However, Xu stressed that the analysis doesn’t prove a direct link between chili peppers and long life, and that more studies need to be carried out. In 2024, the Chinese Medical Journal also carried out a study on spicy food and longevity. Researchers studied the life of 486,000 Chinese adults for roughly 12 years and noted that those who ate spicy food at least once a week were at a slightly lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, a clear significant link for stroke did not come up in the analysis. Overall, research suggests spicy foods likely had certain health benefits, especially for heart health. However, the effects are not highly defined. Besides, being based on observations, these studied cannot prove cause and effect. It is possible that people who eat more chili peppers also follow a health lifestyle.

If you are a fan of spicy food, you could be unknowingly adding years to your life. Several studies over the years have shown that people who eat chilli peppers are at a lower risk of several diseases, especially those linked to the heart.

Like it hot? You might be destined to live a long life

A company has triggered debate after launching a service which allows users to talk to Jesus Christ. Just Like Me lets them have video calls with an AI avatar of Christ for $1.99 per minute. Several people have been left a bit uncomfortable as the AI tool creates a weird intersection between faith, technology, and commercialisation. The Christ on the platform is visually modelled after actor Jonathan Roumie (from the TV series The Chosen). You can pay $1.99 per minute for a video call, or choose a monthly package of $49.99 for 45 minutes. The AI is trained on the King James Bible and various sermons. It has prayer and words of encouragement in multiple languages. The avatar glitches a bit, and the lips don’t synchronise all the time. The AI avatar also remembers previous conversations. Chris Breed, CEO of Just Like Me, says people are developing an emotional connection with Christ. "You do feel a little accountable to the AI. They’re your friend. You’ve made an attachment,” he said.<h2>AI for prayer triggers debate</h2>Faith-based generative AI is rapidly growing and is not surprising since chatbots have entered all kinds of fields - from medical advice to therapy, and even becoming a friend you can have conversations with. However, in the religious field, it is raising certain questions as coupling it with technology can change an individual’s relationship with faith. Further, religious leaders and scholars warn that an algorithm—which processes data patterns without consciousness or spiritual agency—cannot provide a genuine "sacramental" experience. Then there is also the fear of "AI hallucinations" as the chatbot can misrepresent scripture or skip core moral teachings.<h2>Critics slam service</h2>The biggest controversy is over paying for praying. The &nbsp;$1.99 price tag for a minute of conversation with God doesn't sit right with most people. Critics on social media have condemned the company as "evil," arguing that real prayer is free and that the app exploits vulnerable people in spiritual need. Digitalising faith has led to anxiety as Pope Leo XIV recently warned that such technologies could negatively impact spiritual development, while other AI religious tools (like Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic versions) have also faced scrutiny for blurring the line between education and imitation. &nbsp;

An AI chatbot lets you have video calls with Jesus Christ. Well, it is an avatar, but it has triggered debate about where to draw the line when it comes to technology and dealing with people's faith. The service required users to dole out a fee, inviting criticism.

A company has triggered debate after launching a service which allows users to talk to Jesus Christ. Just Like Me lets them have video calls with an AI avatar of Christ for $1.99 per minute. Several people have been left a bit uncomfortable as the AI tool creates a weird intersection between faith, technology, and commercialisation. The Christ on the platform is visually modelled after actor Jonathan Roumie (from the TV series The Chosen). You can pay $1.99 per minute for a video call, or choose a monthly package of $49.99 for 45 minutes. The AI is trained on the King James Bible and various sermons. It has prayer and words of encouragement in multiple languages. The avatar glitches a bit, and the lips don’t synchronise all the time. The AI avatar also remembers previous conversations. Chris Breed, CEO of Just Like Me, says people are developing an emotional connection with Christ. "You do feel a little accountable to the AI. They’re your friend. You’ve made an attachment,” he said. AI for prayer triggers debate Faith-based generative AI is rapidly growing and is not surprising since chatbots have entered all kinds of fields - from medical advice to therapy, and even becoming a friend you can have conversations with. However, in the religious field, it is raising certain questions as coupling it with technology can change an individual’s relationship with faith. Further, religious leaders and scholars warn that an algorithm—which processes data patterns without consciousness or spiritual agency—cannot provide a genuine "sacramental" experience. Then there is also the fear of "AI hallucinations" as the chatbot can misrepresent scripture or skip core moral teachings. Critics slam service The biggest controversy is over paying for praying. The $1.99 price tag for a minute of conversation with God doesn't sit right with most people. Critics on social media have condemned the company as "evil," arguing that real prayer is free and that the app exploits vulnerable people in spiritual need. Digitalising faith has led to anxiety as Pope Leo XIV recently warned that such technologies could negatively impact spiritual development, while other AI religious tools (like Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic versions) have also faced scrutiny for blurring the line between education and imitation.

An AI chatbot lets you have video calls with Jesus Christ. Well, it is an avatar, but it has triggered debate about where to draw the line when it comes to technology and dealing with people's faith. The service required users to pay a fee, inviting criticism.

Pay for prayer: AI platform lets you have a video call with Jesus Christ for $1.99, and people aren't happy

Scientists in China have found evidence of giant octopuses that preyed on dinosaurs between 72 and 100 million years ago. They measured an estimated 62 feet and lived in the Late Cretaceous seas. They competed with the ocean apex dinosaurs for food, and even killed and ate them. The mosasaur was likely its most favourite meal. The discovery was made during the re-examination of 15 large fossil jaws from ancient octopus relatives. Scientists from Hokkaido University wrote in the journal Science that their analysis revealed two new species, and one of them grew as large as the sperm whale. That makes them the largest invertebrates to have ever lived on Earth. The species is known as Nanaimoteuthis haggarti, and the clue that gave them away as carnivores was the extensive wear in their jaws. "This extensive wear suggests dynamic crushing of hard skeletons," the researchers wrote in the study. This showed that the mammoth octopus crushed hard shells and bones, chomping on them with ease.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/if-all-humans-die-an-animal-that-doesnt-even-live-on-land-will-rule-the-world-776399">If all humans die, an animal that doesn't even live on land will RULE the world</a>&nbsp;However, what has intrigued scientists is the evolution of the octopus. These creatures have soft bodies instead of protective shells. Researchers say this led them to become extremely mobile and have great vision. They were also extremely intelligent creatures, which was evident in the way they ate their prey. The team said that they used their long, flexible arms to capture the prey and used their strong beaks to mangle them. Talking about their size, they wrote, "With a calculated total length of (up to) 62 feet (19m), these octopuses may represent the largest invertebrates thus described, rivalling contemporaneous giant marine reptiles." This makes them almost the same as the sperm whale at 66ft.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/fragments-of-seven-legged-giant-with-20-inch-arms-wash-ashore-in-scotland-it-is-a-1765375636560">Fragments of seven-legged giant with 20 inch arms wash ashore in Scotland. It is a…</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/at-16-404-feet-tentacles-on-a-tusked-marine-animal-stunned-scientists-turns-out-it-was-1760698518717">At 16,404 feet, tentacles on a tusked marine animal stunned scientists. Turns out, it was…</a><h2>Ancient octopus species possessed advanced intelligence</h2>The other octopus species discovered is the Nanaimoteuthis jeletzkyi. It grew up to 26 feet in length and was also a predator. "In the largest individuals, the jaws showed extensive wear with once–sharp features in small juveniles becoming blunted and rounded over time," the scientists said, showing their eating habits. “The long scratches distributed on wide areas of their jaw reflect the dynamic use of the entire jaw for dismantling prey.” Moreover, the jaw edges were blunted on one side, showing they chewed from one side. This indicated “that the earliest octopuses already possessed advanced intelligence”. Scientists said that both these species change a major notion about the marine ecosystem, which was believed to have been primarily linked to large vertebrates such as sharks. However, these giant octopuses and their smaller cousin also played a part in shaping ocean life.&nbsp; &nbsp;

An octopus species that measured 66 feet lived alongside dinosaurs and not only competed with them for food, but even ate them. Scientists from China have discovered two new species that roamed the seas during the Cretaceous period nearly 100 million years ago.

Scientists in China have found evidence of giant octopuses that preyed on dinosaurs between 72 and 100 million years ago. They measured an estimated 62 feet and lived in the Late Cretaceous seas. They competed with the ocean apex dinosaurs for food, and even killed and ate them. The mosasaur was likely its most favourite meal. The discovery was made during the re-examination of 15 large fossil jaws from ancient octopus relatives. Scientists from Hokkaido University wrote in the journal Science that their analysis revealed two new species, and one of them grew as large as the sperm whale. That makes them the largest invertebrates to have ever lived on Earth. The species is known as Nanaimoteuthis haggarti, and the clue that gave them away as carnivores was the extensive wear in their jaws. "This extensive wear suggests dynamic crushing of hard skeletons," the researchers wrote in the study. This showed that the mammoth octopus crushed hard shells and bones, chomping on them with ease. Also Read: If all humans die, an animal that doesn't even live on land will RULE the world However, what has intrigued scientists is the evolution of the octopus. These creatures have soft bodies instead of protective shells. Researchers say this led them to become extremely mobile and have great vision. They were also extremely intelligent creatures, which was evident in the way they ate their prey. The team said that they used their long, flexible arms to capture the prey and used their strong beaks to mangle them. Talking about their size, they wrote, "With a calculated total length of (up to) 62 feet (19m), these octopuses may represent the largest invertebrates thus described, rivalling contemporaneous giant marine reptiles." This makes them almost the same as the sperm whale at 66ft. Also Read: Fragments of seven-legged giant with 20 inch arms wash ashore in Scotland. It is a… Also Read: At 16,404 feet, tentacles on a tusked marine animal stunned scientists. Turns out, it was… Ancient octopus species possessed advanced intelligence The other octopus species discovered is the Nanaimoteuthis jeletzkyi. It grew up to 26 feet in length and was also a predator. "In the largest individuals, the jaws showed extensive wear with once–sharp features in small juveniles becoming blunted and rounded over time," the scientists said, showing their eating habits. “The long scratches distributed on wide areas of their jaw reflect the dynamic use of the entire jaw for dismantling prey.” Moreover, the jaw edges were blunted on one side, showing they chewed from one side. This indicated “that the earliest octopuses already possessed advanced intelligence”. Scientists said that both these species change a major notion about the marine ecosystem, which was believed to have been primarily linked to large vertebrates such as sharks. However, these giant octopuses and their smaller cousin also played a part in shaping ocean life.

An octopus species that measured 62 feet lived alongside dinosaurs and not only competed with them for food, but even ate them. Scientists from China have discovered two new species that roamed the seas during the Cretaceous period nearly 100 million years ago.

Scientists discover 62-foot 'dinosaur-eating' octopus that ruled the seas 100 million years ago

Iranian Embassy in Mumbai mocked US President Donald Trump after he reposted remarks of a commentator referring to India and China as “hellholes”. The Embassy posted a video on social media that captured the essence of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The clip carried a caption suggesting Trump to “book a one-way cultural detox” to reduce the random rubbish. This comes after US President Donald Trump shared a video and four-page transcript of remarks made by podcaster Michael Savage on America’s birthright citizenship, where he referred to India and China as “hellholes”.“Maybe someone should book a one-way cultural detox for Mr. #Trump, it might just reduce the random bakwaas (rubbish),” the post read. “Kabhi #India aa ke dekho, phir bolna (come to India sometime, then talk).”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Maybe someone should book a one-way cultural detox for Mr. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Trump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Trump</a>, it might just reduce the random bakwaas 😏 Kabhi <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> aa ke dekho, phir bolna. <a href="https://t.co/kkocLZ31XX">pic.twitter.com/kkocLZ31XX</a>&mdash; Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) <a href="https://twitter.com/IRANinMumbai/status/2047380743010332744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>MEA responds</h2>Responding to the remarks reposted by Trump, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs called the comments “uninformed, inappropriate and in poor taste.”“We have seen the comments, as also the subsequent statement issued by the US Embassy in response. The remarks are obviously uninformed, inappropriate and in poor taste. They certainly do not reflect the reality of the India-US relationship, which has long been based on mutual respect and shared interests,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a statement.Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the US Embassy in New Delhi issued a clarification, saying, “The President has said, ‘India is a great country with a very good friend of mine at the top.’”<h2>What remarks did Trump share?</h2>According to the transcript, Savage talked about the efforts to end the US birthright citizenship, under which a child born in the country automatically gets US nationality regardless of the parents’ immigration status.“A baby here becomes an instant citizen, and then they bring the entire family in from China or India or some other hellhole on the planet,” the transcript read. Savage also claimed that English was no longer widely spoken in the US. He alleged that immigrants showed little loyalty to the country, and hiring systems in California’s technology sector favoured Indians and Chinese over white Americans. White men “need not apply” for jobs in California, he said, adding that “Your chances are nil.”“They’ve done more damage to this nation than all the mafia families put together. In my un-humble opinion. Gangsters with laptops. They’ve robbed us, blind, treated us like second class citizens, let the turd world triumph, stepped on our flag, et cetera,” Savage said.&nbsp;

The Iranian Embassy in Mumbai mocked US President Donald Trump over reposted remarks on India, referring to it as a “hellhole”, as the Ministry of External Affairs called them inappropriate.

Iranian Embassy in Mumbai mocked US President Donald Trump after he reposted remarks of a commentator referring to India and China as “hellholes”. The Embassy posted a video on social media that captured the essence of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The clip carried a caption suggesting Trump to “book a one-way cultural detox” to reduce the random rubbish. This comes after US President Donald Trump shared a video and four-page transcript of remarks made by podcaster Michael Savage on America’s birthright citizenship, where he referred to India and China as “hellholes”. “Maybe someone should book a one-way cultural detox for Mr. #Trump, it might just reduce the random bakwaas (rubbish),” the post read. “Kabhi #India aa ke dekho, phir bolna (come to India sometime, then talk).”

The Iranian Embassy in Mumbai mocked US President Donald Trump over reposted remarks on India, referring to it as a “hellhole”, as the Ministry of External Affairs called them inappropriate.

‘Kabhi India aa ke dekho’: Iran Embassy in Mumbai mocks Trump over ‘hellholes’ remark

David Wilcock, known for his views on UFOs and aliens, and who was a New York Times bestselling author and filmmaker, killed himself on April 20. His name is the latest in a list of people linked to space or defence who have gone missing or are dead.

UFO researcher David Wilcock kills himself as his chilling words about missing and dead scientists haunt his followers

The Strait of Hormuz crisis has claimed its most unexpected casualty yet. A US Navy sailor had to be left behind in Thailand after being attacked by a monkey during a port stopover on his way to one of the most dangerous minesweeping operations in recent American military history. This comes as US President Donald Trump ordered troops to "shoot and kill any boat" that may be laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital waterway which has been blockaded by Iran since the start of the war on February 28. In a state on Truth Social, Trump revealed "I have ordered the United States Navy to shoot and kill any boat, small boats though they may be... that is putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz." He added that there will be no "hesitation" and that US "mine 'sweepers' are clearing the Strait right now."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-use-nuclear-weapons-against-tehran-trump-finally-reveals-his-plan-on-day-55-of-iran-war-1776996331952">US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war</a><h2>US Navy sailor and the monkey that derailed a vital mission</h2>According to an Axios report, an electronics technician, whose name has not been made public, was aboard the USS Chief minesweeper when it stopped in Phuket. There, a monkey scratched him. While the sailor got away with only a scratch, the encounter was serious enough to require medical attention. While officials described his wound as not severe, there is a risk of serious diseases. Macaques can carry the Herpes B virus, a rare but potentially fatal infection that the CDC recommends treating as a medical emergency. The sailor was evacuated to the vessel's home base in Sasebo, Japan, for proper evaluation and care."Weird stuff happens," a military official told Axios. "This was definitely an unknown unknown."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-profiting-off-righteous-operation-how-an-army-soldier-used-secret-war-plans-about-maduro-s-capture-to-make-400-000-on-polymarket-1776993168140">'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket</a><h2>US minesweeper mission delayed?</h2>While the sailor's mission had to be put on hold, his misfortune did not delay the wider mission. The USS Chief continued toward the Strait of Hormuz alongside the USS Pioneer, both tasked with clearing Iranian mines from the waterway.Iran has seeded the strait, through which roughly a fifth of the world's oil and gas ordinarily flows, with mines deployed either remotely via GPS or by small boats, effectively shutting down commercial traffic and trapping hundreds of vessels in the Persian Gulf.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

How did a monkey in Thailand end up disrupting a US military mission tied to one of the world’s most dangerous flashpoints, the Strait of Hormuz? Here's all you need to know.

The Strait of Hormuz crisis has claimed its most unexpected casualty yet. A US Navy sailor had to be left behind in Thailand after being attacked by a monkey during a port stopover on his way to one of the most dangerous minesweeping operations in recent American military history. This comes as US President Donald Trump ordered troops to "shoot and kill any boat" that may be laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital waterway which has been blockaded by Iran since the start of the war on February 28. In a state on Truth Social, Trump revealed "I have ordered the United States Navy to shoot and kill any boat, small boats though they may be... that is putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz." He added that there will be no "hesitation" and that US "mine 'sweepers' are clearing the Strait right now." Also read | US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war US Navy sailor and the monkey that derailed a vital mission According to an Axios report, an electronics technician, whose name has not been made public, was aboard the USS Chief minesweeper when it stopped in Phuket. There, a monkey scratched him. While the sailor got away with only a scratch, the encounter was serious enough to require medical attention. While officials described his wound as not severe, there is a risk of serious diseases. Macaques can carry the Herpes B virus, a rare but potentially fatal infection that the CDC recommends treating as a medical emergency. The sailor was evacuated to the vessel's home base in Sasebo, Japan, for proper evaluation and care. "Weird stuff happens," a military official told Axios. "This was definitely an unknown unknown." Also read | 'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket US minesweeper mission delayed? While the sailor's mission had to be put on hold, his misfortune did not delay the wider mission. The USS Chief continued toward the Strait of Hormuz alongside the USS Pioneer, both tasked with clearing Iranian mines from the waterway. Iran has seeded the strait, through which roughly a fifth of the world's oil and gas ordinarily flows, with mines deployed either remotely via GPS or by small boats, effectively shutting down commercial traffic and trapping hundreds of vessels in the Persian Gulf. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

How did a monkey in Thailand end up disrupting a US military mission tied to one of the world’s most dangerous flashpoints, the Strait of Hormuz? Here's all you need to know.

'Weird stuff happens': Monkey temporarily derails Trump's 'shoot and kill' mission in Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump is planning to verbally attack reporters who have written negatively about his administration at the White House Correspondents’ Association. The Washington dinner is set for Saturday night (April 25), where press awards will be given out to journalists. According to The Daily Beast, the President will use the occasion to launch a tirade and confront them in person. He is not expected to stay for the presentation, where the journalists will be honoured and will leave soon after his speech, the outlet reported, quoting sources. Trump has never attended the &nbsp;Correspondents’ Dinner as president. One of the reasons he is planning a quick exit is to avoid witnessing the Wall Street Journal get the Katherine Graham award. WSJ outed the sexually suggestive birthday letter Trump allegedly wrote for Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday card, wishing him with words written on the female body contour. Trump denied writing the letter or drawing the woman and sued WSJ for $10 billion. The lawsuit was tossed last week by a federal judge.&nbsp;Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is not interested in being in the International Ballroom at the Washington Hilton when WSJ receives the honour. The press event includes a comic performance where the president is roasted. This year, mentalist Oz Pearlman is performing instead of the usual comedian, which means the Trump roast isn't happening. He would most likely already be back at the White House by the time the awards and the show happen.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-fracture-in-enemy-mojtaba-khamenei-responds-after-trump-claims-infighting-within-iranian-leadership-1777001035221">‘Fracture in enemy’: Mojtaba Khamenei responds after Trump claims ‘infighting’ within Iranian leadership</a><h2>Trump's history at the Correspondents’ Dinner</h2>But Trump has been to this event in the past. In 2011, then-President Barack Obama took a shot at him for promoting conspiracy theories that he wasn't a US citizen. Obama mocked Trump and said he could "put this birth certificate matter to rest. And that’s because he can finally get back to focusing on the issues that matter, like: Did we fake the moon landing? What really happened at Roswell? And where are Biggie and Tupac?” Trump was clearly not happy with the monologue. This is also reportedly the first time Trump considered running for president.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-clock-is-ticking-for-iran-says-trump-as-third-us-aircraft-carrier-arrives-in-middle-east-1776976041893">‘Clock is ticking for Iran,’ says Trump as third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East</a>&nbsp;Local media reports suggest that Obama's potshots at Trump were why he finally decided to throw his hat into the presidential elections. This is also why he has never attended the &nbsp;White House Correspondents’ dinner. He admitted to Fox News in an interview that he was unhappy with the way he was targeted. .“I haven’t done it because right from the beginning I was treated rather rudely and crudely,” said Trump. He added that he won the 2016 elections, but they were "so nasty". Trump said, “The press was so nasty, I just—so I didn’t do it."<h2>Trump's team wants him to ruin the dinner with a major move on Iran</h2>Obama's 2011 dinner speech came a day before the US carried out a special operation in Pakistan to kill Osama Bin Laden. On April 30, he was finalising top secret plans for the SEAL raid and the operation was carried out on May 1-2, 2011. Some of Trump's team members have reportedly joked that Trump should make a major announcement on the Iran War the next day. They even want him to "make a big move" on the same night to "ruin" the night for the journalists.

Donald Trump is expected to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association for the first time as president on Saturday. He has always given the event a miss, apparently because he doesn't like being roasted. But this time, he has other plans.

Donald Trump is planning to verbally attack reporters who have written negatively about his administration at the White House Correspondents’ Association. The Washington dinner is set for Saturday night (April 25), where press awards will be given out to journalists. According to The Daily Beast, the President will use the occasion to launch a tirade and confront them in person. He is not expected to stay for the presentation, where the journalists will be honoured and will leave soon after his speech, the outlet reported, quoting sources. Trump has never attended the Correspondents’ Dinner as president. One of the reasons he is planning a quick exit is to avoid witnessing the Wall Street Journal get the Katherine Graham award. WSJ outed the sexually suggestive birthday letter Trump allegedly wrote for Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday card, wishing him with words written on the female body contour. Trump denied writing the letter or drawing the woman and sued WSJ for $10 billion. The lawsuit was tossed last week by a federal judge. Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is not interested in being in the International Ballroom at the Washington Hilton when WSJ receives the honour. The press event includes a comic performance where the president is roasted. This year, mentalist Oz Pearlman is performing instead of the usual comedian, which means the Trump roast isn't happening. He would most likely already be back at the White House by the time the awards and the show happen. Also Read: ‘Fracture in enemy’: Mojtaba Khamenei responds after Trump claims ‘infighting’ within Iranian leadership Trump's history at the Correspondents’ Dinner But Trump has been to this event in the past. In 2011, then-President Barack Obama took a shot at him for promoting conspiracy theories that he wasn't a US citizen. Obama mocked Trump and said he could "put this birth certificate matter to rest. And that’s because he can finally get back to focusing on the issues that matter, like: Did we fake the moon landing? What really happened at Roswell? And where are Biggie and Tupac?” Trump was clearly not happy with the monologue. This is also reportedly the first time Trump considered running for president. Also Read: ‘Clock is ticking for Iran,’ says Trump as third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East Local media reports suggest that Obama's potshots at Trump were why he finally decided to throw his hat into the presidential elections. This is also why he has never attended the White House Correspondents’ dinner. He admitted to Fox News in an interview that he was unhappy with the way he was targeted. .“I haven’t done it because right from the beginning I was treated rather rudely and crudely,” said Trump. He added that he won the 2016 elections, but they were "so nasty". Trump said, “The press was so nasty, I just—so I didn’t do it." Trump's team wants him to ruin the dinner with a major move on Iran Obama's 2011 dinner speech came a day before the US carried out a special operation in Pakistan to kill Osama Bin Laden. On April 30, he was finalising top secret plans for the SEAL raid and the operation was carried out on May 1-2, 2011. Some of Trump's team members have reportedly joked that Trump should make a major announcement on the Iran War the next day. They even want him to "make a big move" on the same night to "ruin" the night for the journalists.

Donald Trump is expected to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association for the first time as president on Saturday. He has always given the event a miss, apparently because he doesn't like being roasted. But this time, he has other plans.

Trump to launch angry tirade at journos and dash out of White House Correspondents’ Dinner: Report

Photographs of visibly emaciated Ukrainian frontline soldiers went viral on social media on Thursday (Apr 3). The images posted by an account named 'i.petrovna' on Meta's Threads show three Ukrainian soldiers who are quite literally all skin and bones, with their ribs showing. The shocking pictures come as the Russia-Ukraine war continues unabated for over four years and two months. After the heart-wrenching pictures went viral with over 29K likes and 2.8k reshares in under 24 hours, Ukraine's Ministry of Defence issued an emergency response acknowledging what it called an "extreme situation". Replying to the Threads post, the Ukrainian ministry cited "complicated logistics," even as netizens slammed the "nightmare," asking "Where the f**k is our f**king power?!". Here's what Ukraine has to say about starving soldiers on the frontline.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-use-nuclear-weapons-against-tehran-trump-finally-reveals-his-plan-on-day-55-of-iran-war-1776996331952">US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war</a><h2>What did the pictures show?</h2>The images, posted by an anonymous account on Threads, showed four soldiers from the 2nd Mechanised Battalion of Ukraine's 14th Separate Mechanised Brigade appearing gaunt, hollow-eyed and severely weakened. The accompanying post was stark: "The guys are on the positions without food or water. Command isn't responding. The fighters are losing consciousness from hunger, drinking rainwater. There are also problems with communication."

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The post spread quickly, triggering a wave of alarm and demands for accountability from social media users across multiple platforms. The exact location of the unit has not been disclosed for security reasons, though a brigade update from April 19 suggests at least some of its troops are operating in the Kharkiv region, likely near the Kupyansk sector, an area that has seen sustained and intense fighting.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-profiting-off-righteous-operation-how-an-army-soldier-used-secret-war-plans-about-maduro-s-capture-to-make-400-000-on-polymarket-1776993168140">'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket</a><h2>What did Ukraine say?</h2>Within hours, Ukraine's Ministry of Defence confirmed the situation had been flagged and that the brigade commander had taken personal control of addressing it. Calling the images visuals of one of the war's most gruelling stretches of front line, it said that "Logistics are complicated, but we are working to fix supply issues and rotate the troops."

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The ministry attributed the breakdown not to negligence but to the brutal physical realities of resupply in active combat zones. "This should not happen," acknowledged the ministry, adding "but the situation in different directions of the front is quite critical."Reports suggest that on certain sections of the front line, even delivering food and water has become a life-threatening mission. Supplies are often carried on foot or transported by small drones, both of which are vulnerable to Russian artillery and first-person view drones that hunt anything moving behind Ukrainian lines. As front lines shift, routes that were passable one day can become kill zones the next.Not only that, amid battlefield pressure, commanders are often forced to choose ammunition over food and water. This is not because commanders are indifferent to their troops hunger, but because the calculus of survival on an active front line is brutally straightforward: weapons take precedence.

How bad are conditions on Ukraine’s front lines right now? Viral images showing emaciated troops from a frontline unit have sparked outrage and forced a response from Kyiv. Here's what Ukraine said.

Photographs of visibly emaciated Ukrainian frontline soldiers went viral on social media on Thursday (Apr 3). The images posted by an account named 'i.petrovna' on Meta's Threads show three Ukrainian soldiers who are quite literally all skin and bones, with their ribs showing. The shocking pictures come as the Russia-Ukraine war continues unabated for over four years and two months. After the heart-wrenching pictures went viral with over 29K likes and 2.8k reshares in under 24 hours, Ukraine's Ministry of Defence issued an emergency response acknowledging what it called an "extreme situation". Replying to the Threads post, the Ukrainian ministry cited "complicated logistics," even as netizens slammed the "nightmare," asking "Where the f**k is our f**king power?!". Here's what Ukraine has to say about starving soldiers on the frontline. Also read | US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war What did the pictures show? The images, posted by an anonymous account on Threads, showed four soldiers from the 2nd Mechanised Battalion of Ukraine's 14th Separate Mechanised Brigade appearing gaunt, hollow-eyed and severely weakened. The accompanying post was stark: "The guys are on the positions without food or water. Command isn't responding. The fighters are losing consciousness from hunger, drinking rainwater. There are also problems with communication."

How bad are conditions on Ukraine’s front lines right now? Viral images showing emaciated troops from a frontline unit have sparked outrage and forced a response from Kyiv. Here's what Ukraine said.

'Extreme situation': Images of starving Ukrainian soldiers go viral, Kyiv says 'logistics are complicated'

The mystery of 11 scientists, either dead or missing, all of whom worked on space and nuclear technology, has triggered debate over whether they are linked. NASA has commented on the matter. Meanwhile, similar reports are now coming from China.

Amid mystery of 11 dead or missing American scientists, China sees similar cases

Another cheating controversy linked to Polymarket betting has emerged in Paris, where a trader tampered with the weather monitoring device to spike the temperature. He had bet that it would go above 17.7 degrees Celsius on April 15, and it did.

Someone bet on a temperature spike in Paris on Polymarket. Then allegedly cheated using lighter or hair dryer

A series of unusual deaths and disappearances involving top defence scientists across the globe is raising fresh concerns and fueling speculation. From China to the United States, experts working on cutting-edge military technologies, including artificial intelligence, hypersonic weapons, nuclear research, and space defence, have reportedly died under mysterious or unexplained circumstances. These incidents have sparked widespread debate over whether they are isolated tragedies or part of a larger, coordinated pattern.&nbsp;In Washington, at least 11 cases involving scientists linked to sensitive fields such as nuclear technology, advanced weapons, and space research are now under scrutiny. The issue has drawn political attention, with Republican Representative Eric Burlison raising concerns about possible foreign involvement. "We are in competition with China, Russia, and Iran on nuclear technology, advanced weapons, and space. Meanwhile, our top scientists keep vanishing," he wrote on X.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump described the developments as "pretty serious stuff", while expressing hope that they may simply be coincidental. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has launched an inquiry into the incidents. In China, multiple reports from domestic and international media indicate that at least nine scientists working in similarly sensitive areas have died in recent years. While many of these deaths have been attributed to accidents or sudden illnesses, several remain unexplained. The scientists ranged in age from 26 to 68.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meta-layoffs-8-000-employees-to-lose-job-in-may-amid-massive-ai-push-1776997672113">Meta layoffs: 8,000 employees to lose jobs in May amid massive AI push</a>&nbsp;One closely examined case involves Feng Yanghe, a 38-year-old professor at the National University of Defence Technology, who died in a car crash in Beijing in July 2023. Feng had been working on advanced simulation models tied to potential scenarios involving Taiwan. According to official reports, he was returning from a meeting around 2:35 a.m. when the crash occurred.&nbsp;A government-affiliated science platform described his death as having been "sacrificed while performing official duties", terminology typically reserved for military personnel. He was later buried at Babaoshan Cemetery, a site often designated for prominent Communist Party members and state-recognised figures. A researcher monitoring Chinese military developments told Newsweek that certain aspects of the case appeared unusual, particularly the timing and official narrative.&nbsp;"Feng was a mastermind behind AI simulations of potential Taiwan scenarios, and it's very odd that the accident happened in the middle of the night," the researcher said. They also questioned the language used in official reports, noting that accident victims are rarely described as having ‘sacrificed’ their lives. Feng’s case is part of a broader pattern.&nbsp;&nbsp;Several other Chinese scientists in strategically important fields have died in recent years under varying circumstances:&nbsp;<ul><li>Chen Shuming, 57, a microelectronics specialist, died in a similar incident in 2018.</li><li>Feng Yanghe, a military AI expert, died in a car crash in July 2023.</li><li>Zhou Guangyuan, a chemist, died in December 2023 of unspecified causes.</li><li>Liu Donghao, a data scientist, died after an unspecified accident in March 2024.</li><li>Zhang Xiaoxin, 62, a space expert, died in a car accident in December 2024.</li><li>Zhang Daibing, 47, a drone expert, died in January 2025; the cause was not disclosed.</li><li>Li Minyong, a biomedical chemist, died after a sudden illness in November 2025.</li><li>Fang Daining, a hypersonics expert, died following a medical episode abroad in February 2026.</li><li>Yan Hong, a hypersonics researcher, reportedly died after an illness in March 2026.</li></ul>Many of these individuals were working in fields considered strategically critical, particularly military AI, hypersonic systems, and advanced weapons technologies. "The areas are in hypersonics, in military AI, including swarming technology simulations... these types of tech seem to be overrepresented," the researcher said, while adding that some cases could still be "complete accidents".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-reclassifies-state-licensed-marijuana-in-major-policy-shift-1777001411626/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-reclassifies-state-licensed-marijuana-in-major-policy-shift-1777001411626/embed</a>&nbsp;At present, there is no confirmed evidence that countries such as the United States, China, Russia, or Iran are conducting coordinated operations targeting scientists. However, similar concerns have arisen in the past—for example, allegations that Israel targeted Iranian nuclear experts in efforts to slow Iran’s nuclear programme.

Unexplained deaths of defence scientists in the US and China raise fears of covert operations. FBI investigates as global tensions grow

A series of unusual deaths and disappearances involving top defence scientists across the globe is raising fresh concerns and fueling speculation. From China to the United States, experts working on cutting-edge military technologies, including artificial intelligence, hypersonic weapons, nuclear research, and space defence, have reportedly died under mysterious or unexplained circumstances. These incidents have sparked widespread debate over whether they are isolated tragedies or part of a larger, coordinated pattern. In Washington, at least 11 cases involving scientists linked to sensitive fields such as nuclear technology, advanced weapons, and space research are now under scrutiny. The issue has drawn political attention, with Republican Representative Eric Burlison raising concerns about possible foreign involvement. "We are in competition with China, Russia, and Iran on nuclear technology, advanced weapons, and space. Meanwhile, our top scientists keep vanishing," he wrote on X. US President Donald Trump described the developments as "pretty serious stuff", while expressing hope that they may simply be coincidental. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has launched an inquiry into the incidents. In China, multiple reports from domestic and international media indicate that at least nine scientists working in similarly sensitive areas have died in recent years. While many of these deaths have been attributed to accidents or sudden illnesses, several remain unexplained. The scientists ranged in age from 26 to 68. Also Read: Meta layoffs: 8,000 employees to lose jobs in May amid massive AI push One closely examined case involves Feng Yanghe, a 38-year-old professor at the National University of Defence Technology, who died in a car crash in Beijing in July 2023. Feng had been working on advanced simulation models tied to potential scenarios involving Taiwan. According to official reports, he was returning from a meeting around 2:35 a.m. when the crash occurred. A government-affiliated science platform described his death as having been "sacrificed while performing official duties", terminology typically reserved for military personnel. He was later buried at Babaoshan Cemetery, a site often designated for prominent Communist Party members and state-recognised figures. A researcher monitoring Chinese military developments told Newsweek that certain aspects of the case appeared unusual, particularly the timing and official narrative. "Feng was a mastermind behind AI simulations of potential Taiwan scenarios, and it's very odd that the accident happened in the middle of the night," the researcher said. They also questioned the language used in official reports, noting that accident victims are rarely described as having ‘sacrificed’ their lives. Feng’s case is part of a broader pattern. Several other Chinese scientists in strategically important fields have died in recent years under varying circumstances: Chen Shuming, 57, a microelectronics specialist, died in a similar incident in 2018. Feng Yanghe, a military AI expert, died in a car crash in July 2023. Zhou Guangyuan, a chemist, died in December 2023 of unspecified causes. Liu Donghao, a data scientist, died after an unspecified accident in March 2024. Zhang Xiaoxin, 62, a space expert, died in a car accident in December 2024. Zhang Daibing, 47, a drone expert, died in January 2025; the cause was not disclosed. Li Minyong, a biomedical chemist, died after a sudden illness in November 2025. Fang Daining, a hypersonics expert, died following a medical episode abroad in February 2026. Yan Hong, a hypersonics researcher, reportedly died after an illness in March 2026. Many of these individuals were working in fields considered strategically critical, particularly military AI, hypersonic systems, and advanced weapons technologies. "The areas are in hypersonics, in military AI, including swarming technology simulations... these types of tech seem to be overrepresented," the researcher said, while adding that some cases could still be "complete accidents". https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-reclassifies-state-licensed-marijuana-in-major-policy-shift-1777001411626/embed At present, there is no confirmed evidence that countries such as the United States, China, Russia, or Iran are conducting coordinated operations targeting scientists. However, similar concerns have arisen in the past—for example, allegations that Israel targeted Iranian nuclear experts in efforts to slow Iran’s nuclear programme.

Mysterious deaths and disappearances of defence scientists in the US and China spark concerns, conspiracy theories, and ongoing investigations

Mysterious deaths of defence scientists in US and China spark global concern

The alleged 'sugar daddy' Julia Varvaro, the Department of Homeland Security deputy assistant secretary for counterterrorism, has been identified as a business executive who cashed in on millions in US government last year. Varvaro, a senior Trump administration official, was recently placed on administrative leave after allegations about her personal life triggered an internal inquiry. Amid reports of Varvaro's personal life, the spotlight is now shifting to the man who filed the complaint. Here's all we know about Trump top aide's 'sugar daddy'.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-use-nuclear-weapons-against-tehran-trump-finally-reveals-his-plan-on-day-55-of-iran-war-1776996331952">US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war</a><h2>Julia Varvaro and 'sugar daddy' allegations</h2>Julia Varvaro, a senior DHS counterterrorism official, is under investigation following claims that she maintained a profile on a seeking.com, a website associated with young singles seeking out "sugar daddy" relationships with older men. The allegations surfaced in a report by the Daily Mail and were later referred to the department’s inspector general. According to the report, Varvaro was earlier involved in a relationship with a man only identified as "Robert B". The relationship allegedly centred on lavish spending and financial demands.The ex-boyfriend claimed that "Everywhere we went, she’d always order the most expensive things on the menu, like the Wagyu premier cut of Japanese beef." He also claimed tensions escalated after trips abroad, including Italy and Switzerland, where he paid for luxury items such as designer goods, ski gear, and a handbag. Varvaro allegedly also asked him for help with rent during a DHS shutdown furlough period.People familiar with Varvaro’s side of the story say the trips were mutual and that Bianchi is now attempting to escalate the issue after the relationship ended. They also dispute suggestions that she faced financial pressure, saying her education was funded by her family.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-profiting-off-righteous-operation-how-an-army-soldier-used-secret-war-plans-about-maduro-s-capture-to-make-400-000-on-polymarket-1776993168140">'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket | IN PICS</a>However, now it has been revealed that the former boyfriend is actually a 57-year-old business executive who last year made millions in government contracts. This raises the question if this was actually a sugar daddy relationship with Varvaro using Robert B., or if he was actually the one using the DHS counterterrorism official for government contracts.<h2>Varvaro's sugar daddy IDENTIFIED</h2>The New York Post has identified Julia Varvaro's alleged sugar daddy as Robert Bianchi, a Maryland-based business executive who, according to multiple reports. Reports suggest that the two were in a relationship that lasted around three months and ended on poor terms.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🇺🇸 A DHS counterterrorism official is on leave after her ex-boyfriend filed a complaint accusing her of using him as a sugar daddy. Turns out he&#39;s an IT contractor with $67 million in government contracts, a third of which came in the last two years. He spent $40,000 on… <a href="https://t.co/5GL74ZNeP9">https://t.co/5GL74ZNeP9</a> <a href="https://t.co/fVFLMgUe1B">pic.twitter.com/fVFLMgUe1B</a>&mdash; Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2047380483135209473?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Bianchi, who runs a federal contracting firm, is said to have filed the complaint that led to the investigation.Notably, Bianchi's company, SDVO Solutions, has secured more than $67 million in US government contracts since 2015, with a significant share awarded in the past two fiscal years. The firm works in IT and telecommunications and has contracts with agencies including the Department of Defence and the Department of Health and Human Services. As of now, there is no indication that those contracts are linked in any way to Varvaro.<h2>Investigation underway</h2>The Department of Homeland Security has not publicly commented on the specifics of the case. However, the complaint prompted a review by the Office of Inspector General, which in turn led to Varvaro being placed on leave. Varvaro, who holds advanced degrees in homeland security and previously worked at FEMA, joined DHS in her current role in 2025. &nbsp;

Who is the man at the centre of the “sugar daddy” controversy involving a top Trump aide? The identity of DHS official Julia Varvaro's ex-boyfriend was revealed as a contractor who made millions from US government contracts.

What really happened between them? Scroll down to find out.

The alleged 'sugar daddy' Julia Varvaro, the Department of Homeland Security deputy assistant secretary for counterterrorism, has been identified as a business executive who cashed in on millions in US government last year. Varvaro, a senior Trump administration official, was recently placed on administrative leave after allegations about her personal life triggered an internal inquiry. Amid reports of Varvaro's personal life, the spotlight is now shifting to the man who filed the complaint. Here's all we know about Trump top aide's 'sugar daddy'. Also read | US to use nuclear weapons against Tehran? Trump FINALLY REVEALS his plan on day 55 of Iran war Julia Varvaro and 'sugar daddy' allegations Julia Varvaro, a senior DHS counterterrorism official, is under investigation following claims that she maintained a profile on a seeking.com, a website associated with young singles seeking out "sugar daddy" relationships with older men. The allegations surfaced in a report by the Daily Mail and were later referred to the department’s inspector general. According to the report, Varvaro was earlier involved in a relationship with a man only identified as "Robert B". The relationship allegedly centred on lavish spending and financial demands. The ex-boyfriend claimed that "Everywhere we went, she’d always order the most expensive things on the menu, like the Wagyu premier cut of Japanese beef." He also claimed tensions escalated after trips abroad, including Italy and Switzerland, where he paid for luxury items such as designer goods, ski gear, and a handbag. Varvaro allegedly also asked him for help with rent during a DHS shutdown furlough period. People familiar with Varvaro’s side of the story say the trips were mutual and that Bianchi is now attempting to escalate the issue after the relationship ended. They also dispute suggestions that she faced financial pressure, saying her education was funded by her family. Also read | 'Profiting off righteous operation': How an army soldier used secret war plans about Maduro's capture to make $400,000 on Polymarket | IN PICS However, now it has been revealed that the former boyfriend is actually a 57-year-old business executive who last year made millions in government contracts. This raises the question if this was actually a sugar daddy relationship with Varvaro using Robert B., or if he was actually the one using the DHS counterterrorism official for government contracts. Varvaro's sugar daddy IDENTIFIED The New York Post has identified Julia Varvaro's alleged sugar daddy as Robert Bianchi, a Maryland-based business executive who, according to multiple reports. Reports suggest that the two were in a relationship that lasted around three months and ended on poor terms.

Who is the man at the centre of the “sugar daddy” controversy involving a top Trump aide? The identity of DHS official Julia Varvaro's ex-boyfriend was revealed as a contractor who made millions from US government contracts.What really happened between them? Scroll down to find out.

Julia Varvaro's ‘sugar daddy’ IDENTIFIED as businessman who won $67m in US govt contracts. All we know

A US Army soldier on Wednesday (Apr 21) was indicted on federal charges after allegedly using classified information about a secret military operation to capture Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro. The soldier, identified as Gannon Ken Van Dyke by the Justice Department, is accused of taking advantage of his position "to profit off of a righteous military operation." He reportedly walked off with more than $400,000 in winnings based on the top-secret intel. FBI Director Kash Patel called the case a betrayal of fellow service members. "Any clearance holders thinking of cashing in their access and knowledge for personal gain will be held accountable," he said. On X, he confirmed the case and said, "This involved a U.S. soldier who allegedly took advantage of his position to profit off of a righteous military operation. Here's all we know.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-profiting-off-righteous-operation-how-an-army-soldier-used-secret-war-plans-about-maduro-s-capture-to-make-400-000-on-polymarket-1776993168140">'Righteous operation?': How a US soldier turned secret war plans into a $400,000 payday</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This involved a U.S. soldier who allegedly took advantage of his position to profit off of a righteous military operation. Thank you to our agents, Intel teams, and great partners <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJusticeDept?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheJusticeDept</a> who protected our war fighters. Investigation ongoing. <a href="https://t.co/Adn4K19r3J">https://t.co/Adn4K19r3J</a>&mdash; FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) <a href="https://twitter.com/FBIDirectorKash/status/2047441497616691666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Turning top secret info into a payday</h2>38-year-old Gannon Ken Van Dyke, as per the DoJ, was posted at Fort Bragg and actively participated in the planning and execution of Operation Absolute Resolve. This classified mission resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in the predawn hours of January 3.He allegedly used the classified information to bet big on Polymarket, a prediction market where people can bet on real-time events. In total, he placed 13 bets totalling approximately $33,000. When US President Donald Trump announced the success of the mission, the US soldier walked off with approximately $409,881 in profits.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fact-check-will-petrol-diesel-get-25-28-more-expensive-govt-breaks-silence-on-fuel-price-hike-reports-1776927218947">FACT CHECK: Will petrol, diesel get ₹25-28 more expensive? GOI breaks silence on fuel price hike reports</a><h2>Polymarket in murky waters</h2>Polymarket, operated by Blockratize Inc., had been offering binary event contracts on Venezuela and Maduro since 2025. Earlier this year, the platform made the headlines after reports emerged of unusual trading around the Iran strikes, with suspected insiders making millions on contracts tied to the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei.However, Van Dyke's case is the first criminal indictment arising from alleged insider trading on a prediction market.A failed coverupAs Polymarket became a flashpoint, the soldier tried to cover his tracks, but failed. According to the DoJ, he withdrew the bulk of his winnings and transferred most of them to a foreign cryptocurrency vault before depositing them into a newly created online brokerage account. He also attempted to close his Polymarket account. Van Dyke now faces up to 40 years in prison for his various crimes.&nbsp;

A US soldier allegedly turned a top-secret mission into a $400,000 payday. A federal indictment claims classified intel on Nicolás Maduro’s capture was used to bet big on Polymarket before the news broke.

What did he know, and how did he try to cover it up? Scroll down to find out.

A US Army soldier on Wednesday (Apr 21) was indicted on federal charges after allegedly using classified information about a secret military operation to capture Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro. The soldier, identified as Gannon Ken Van Dyke by the Justice Department, is accused of taking advantage of his position "to profit off of a righteous military operation." He reportedly walked off with more than $400,000 in winnings based on the top-secret intel. FBI Director Kash Patel called the case a betrayal of fellow service members. "Any clearance holders thinking of cashing in their access and knowledge for personal gain will be held accountable," he said. On X, he confirmed the case and said, "This involved a U.S. soldier who allegedly took advantage of his position to profit off of a righteous military operation. Here's all we know. Also read | 'Righteous operation?': How a US soldier turned secret war plans into a $400,000 payday

A US soldier allegedly turned a top-secret mission into a $400,000 payday. A federal indictment claims classified intel on Nicolás Maduro’s capture was used to bet big on Polymarket before the news broke.What did he know, and how did he try to cover it up? Scroll down to find out.

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