Thursday
The people of 16 April
13 people in 13 stories, 35 deaths recorded, 2026
Justin Fairfax
American politician (1979–2026)
In the United States, Fairfax County officials say that former Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax murdered his wife, then killed himself, after the police find them dead at their home.
Crime & Justice · 16 Apr
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
U.S. president Donald Trump announces that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, after his conversations with Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese president Joseph Aoun.
Conflict · 16 Apr · with Benjamin Netanyahu, Joseph Aoun
Péter Magyar
Prime Minister of Hungary since 2026
Hungarian prime minister-designate Péter Magyar says his election victory over Viktor Orbán will not lead to a policy shift on migration, saying his government will strengthen borders and "protect our country and Europe" from illegal immigration.
Politics · 16 Apr · with Viktor Orbán
Pete Hegseth
American government official and television personality (born 1980)
United States defense secretary Pete Hegseth says that the U.S. is prepared to resume combat operations if Iran does not agree to a permanent deal.
Conflict · 16 Apr
Javier Milei
President of Argentina since 2023
Argentine president Javier Milei announces a trip to Israel where he is expected to receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor and meet Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to expedite the transfer of the Argentine embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
World · 16 Apr · with Benjamin Netanyahu
Daniel Ortega
Leader of Nicaragua (1979–1990; 2007–present)
The Trump administration imposes sanctions against two sons of Nicaragua co-presidents Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo along with other officials tied to the gold industry in the country.
World · 16 Apr · with Rosario Murillo
Bongbong Marcos
President of the Philippines since 2022
Philippine president Bongbong Marcos says that Czech authorities have arrested former legislator Zaldy Co in Prague after he entered the country without proper documentation, following his designation as a fugitive in connection with graft and malversation charges linked to a flood control project.
Crime & Justice · 16 Apr · with Zaldy Co
Delcy Rodríguez
Acting president of Venezuela since 2026
The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank restore official relations with Venezuela and recognize the administration of acting president Delcy Rodríguez, enabling engagement on economic policy and potential financial assistance.
World · 16 Apr
Federico García Lorca
Spanish poet, dramatist and theatre director (1898–1936)
A previously unknown poem by Federico García Lorca is found handwritten on the back of a manuscript. It was discovered by Spanish singer and collector Miguel Poveda.
Culture · 16 Apr · with Miguel Poveda
D4vd
American singer-songwriter (born 2005)
Police arrest singer d4vd in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose remains were previously found in a vehicle registered to him.
Crime & Justice · 16 Apr
Julius Malema
South African politician (born 1981)
In South Africa, Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema is sentenced to five years imprisonment for the unlawful discharge of a firearm at a 2018 rally.
Crime & Justice · 16 Apr
Javokhir Sindarov
Uzbek chess grandmaster (born 2005)
In chess, Javokhir Sindarov wins the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus. The Women's Tournament is won by Vaishali Rameshbabu.
Sport · 16 Apr · with Vaishali Rameshbabu
William Shakespeare
English playwright and poet (1564–1616)
A mystery location of Shakespeare's London house has been finally uncovered.
Culture · 16 Apr
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