The American Express Times
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Vance warns Iran not to ‘play us’
Vice President JD Vance led the first direct U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad to negotiate an end to hostilities following a fragile ceasefire amid ongoing tensions over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. These negotiations are crucial for restoring maritime traffic and regional stability, as both nations struggle to rebuild trust after repeated breaches of past agreements.
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Biden Jr challenges Trump sons to cage fight
Hunter Biden has challenged Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump to a cage fight, proposing a physical confrontation amid the families' ongoing political feud. This…
Govad – The Good Wind
Govad Yazata is the Zoroastrian deity of wind and air, embodying a benevolent force that supports natural cycles like rain and aids souls in their…
Follow-up on Tiger Woods DUI Incident
Tiger Woods was arrested on Long Island for driving under the influence after admitting to distracted driving that involved speeding and unsafe passing. The case…
Excess Is Poison, Moderation Is Power
Advocates are revisiting the Zoroastrian principle of moderation to address the widespread impact of excess on individual well-being and societal harmony. Embracing this balanced approach…
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The Orisian community in California celebrated the Navrojan festival with over 320 attendees, featuring traditional rituals, cultural performances, and recognition of leaders' humanitarian efforts during…
Summary of WZO Trust Donations and New Trustee Inductions
The World Zoroastrian Organisation Trusts recorded donations totaling Rs. 27.15 crore in the fiscal year 2025-26, with significant contributions from both international and domestic donors,…
L.A. sounds alarm over Olympic costs
Los Angeles city officials are pushing for a legally binding agreement with LA28 to ensure that taxpayers will not be responsible for any unexpected costs…
State is bilked in hospice fraud scheme
California authorities have charged 21 individuals, including five main suspects, in a $267 million hospice fraud scheme that involved using stolen identities to bill state…
Bad Bunny effect has helped raise Telemundo’s cool factor
Telemundo has significantly increased its U.S. Spanish-language news audience, surpassing competitors through targeted storytelling and a strong social media presence. This growth highlights the network’s…
Zaslav’s golden parachute would hit new heights as Warner faces layoffs
Paramount Global plans to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a $111 billion deal, with shareholders set to vote on April 23 and completion expected this…
Swalwell is accused of sexual assaults
Rep. Eric Swalwell faces multiple sexual assault and misconduct allegations from several women just weeks before California’s gubernatorial primary, prompting calls from prominent Democrats and…
2 most influential Americans at odds over Iran
Pope Leo XIV publicly condemned President Donald Trump’s aggressive stance and threats toward Iran amid a fragile ceasefire, marking a rare direct clash between the…
Ukraine has downed drones in Middle East
Ukrainian forces have actively supported Middle Eastern partners in countering Iranian-made Shahed drones using domestically produced interceptors, marking Kyiv’s first confirmed involvement in air defense…
Court ruling favors 4 deported by U.S. to Africa
Eswatini’s Supreme Court ordered that four men deported from the U.S. under a third-country deportation program must be granted access to local legal counsel after…
Hungary’s election could end Orbán’s long political journey
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a critical election against center-right challenger Péter Magyar, with polls showing him trailing and the possibility of ending his…
Argentina passes bill that eases protections for glaciers
Argentina’s Congress passed a bill loosening glacier protection regulations to boost mining investments, with President Javier Milei expected to sign it into law soon. Environmental…
Gaza ceasefire could offer lessons for Iran war
Six months after the ceasefire between Israeli forces and Hamas began in the Gaza Strip, fighting has largely paused but humanitarian conditions remain dire, with…
Lebanon emerges as a central dispute in truce
Israel carried out its most intense airstrikes in Lebanon since the conflict began, resulting in over 300 deaths and complicating ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Upcoming talks…
Artemis II crew ends its historic lunar voyage
The Artemis II crew safely returned to Earth after completing a 10-day mission, marking humanity’s first manned trip around the moon in over 50 years.…
Another Justice Dept. voter data suit is rejected
A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit demanding access to Massachusetts’ voter registration records, ruling that the department failed to provide the required legal…
Harris ‘might’ run for president again in ’28, she tells Sharpton
Former Vice President Kamala Harris suggested she is considering a 2028 presidential run, hinting at a bid to reclaim the White House for the Democratic…
Abortion opponents want Trump’s FDA to act on pill restrictions
Opponents of abortion are urging the FDA under the Trump administration to tighten restrictions on the abortion pill mifepristone, especially its use via telehealth and…
Sotomayor says court’s ‘paradigm’ changed
Justice Sonia Sotomayor stated that the Supreme Court’s expanded use of the emergency docket has disproportionately benefited the Trump administration by allowing rapid approval of…
Death following traffic stop spurs outcry
Bryan Bostic, a 37-year-old man, died after being restrained by police during a traffic stop in Inglewood in March, prompting calls from his family and…
LAUSD Negotiations Continue Amid Threat of Strike
Negotiations between LAUSD and multiple employee unions, including teachers and classified staff, continued amid stalled talks over salary increases and contract terms that have raised…
Reddemann ties UCLA record with 18 strikeouts
Logan Reddemann matched a UCLA single-game record with 18 strikeouts over eight innings, leading the Bruins to a 4-1 win against Rutgers in a 14-inning…
Immigration board denies appeal by Palestinian activist
The U.S. Board of Immigration Appeals denied Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil’s attempt to dismiss his deportation case, moving the process closer to his potential removal…
Negotiations set for weekend in effort to avert LAUSD strike
LAUSD and three major unions representing nearly all campus employees are negotiating this weekend to avoid a strike that could close all district schools starting…
Worker Says Fire Was Message to the ‘1%’ Amid Arson Charges
Abdulkarim Abdulkarim, a warehouse worker in Ontario, California, has been charged with setting a fire that destroyed a $150 million warehouse and caused $500 million…
James takes matters into his own hands as Lakers lock up No. 4
LeBron James has taken charge of the Los Angeles Lakers in the absence of injured teammates, delivering strong performances that helped secure at least the…
Texas weighs Bible stories on school reading list
Texas education officials are considering a reading list that includes biblical stories alongside classic literature for public school students, sparking debate over religious content in…
General Motors and Ford Announce Recalls for Nearly 700,000 Vehicles Due to Safety Issues
General Motors is recalling over 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu models due to a rearview camera defect, while Ford is recalling about 422,600 vehicles, including Expeditions and…
Artemis II captures the spirit of unity America has needed
NASA's Artemis II mission has launched the first crewed flight around the Moon in over five decades, testing critical systems for future lunar landings. This…
Kings move into NHL playoff spot with win over Canucks
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-1, securing their third consecutive win and moving into a playoff position in the NHL’s Western Conference.…
MLB reports rise in Black player percentage; injury updates
Major League Baseball saw an increase in Black player representation on opening day rosters for the second consecutive year, rising to 6.8% in 2026 from…
Muncy’s walk-off caps three-homer night for Dodgers
Max Muncy hit three home runs, including a 401-foot walk-off shot, to secure an 8-7 win for the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Texas Rangers,…
L’état du réseau routier est pire que jamais
The province’s road network has deteriorated significantly due to increased wear and insufficient maintenance funding, resulting in widespread damage and safety hazards. Without substantial investment…
Au coin de la rue, l’aventure d’une mère et son fils
Kim Thủy recounts the experiences of a mother and her young son as they explore and learn within their urban neighborhood. Their story highlights how…
Voici ce qui attend le prochain chef de la CAQ
About 20,000 members of the Coalition Avenir Québec will vote on Sunday to choose their next leader, who will serve as Quebec’s premier for the…
Bernard Drainville would harm CAQ's standing
A recent poll indicates that Bernard Drainville’s potential leadership of the Coalition Avenir Québec would reduce the party’s support to 8%, placing it near the…
La haine dans les veines
Violence and aggression are rising across public spaces like schools, hospitals, and public transit, fueled in part by the spread of hostility on social media.…