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Justin Bieber’s Coachella set showed a personal side critics may have missed
At his Coachella debut, Justin Bieber performed a roughly 90-minute, largely stripped-back set that mixed songs from SWAG and SWAG II with archival YouTube videos and occasional acoustic moments; he is scheduled to headline again on April 18.
Migrants deported to third country arrive in Costa Rica
About 25 migrants deported from the U.S. arrived in San José under a March U.S.-Costa Rica agreement; Costa Rica will accept up to 25 deportees per week and the IOM will provide initial support and accommodation for seven days.
My 600‑Lb. Life star Dolly Martinez dies at 30
Dolly Martinez, who appeared on season 10 of TLC's My 600‑Lb. Life, died at age 30, her sister Lindsey Cooper announced on Facebook; no cause of death was given.
Artemis follow-up mission is 'right around the corner' after Artemis II splashdown
After Artemis II's Pacific splashdown, officials said Artemis III is being prepared and will rehearse docking an Orion capsule with a commercial lunar lander in Earth orbit next year.
Indiana toddler died after reported severe neglect, police say
Police in Tell City say a 2-year-old was found dead and an autopsy attributed the death to severe malnutrition and dehydration. The child’s parents were arrested and charged, with court dates set for May 14 and May 28.
Artemis II could be NASA's make-or-break moon shot
NASA is preparing Artemis II to launch with four astronauts aboard Orion after years of delays and billions in development costs.
Atlanta teen arrested after fatal shooting of 12-year-old inside home
Atlanta police arrested a 14-year-old after a 12-year-old was shot inside a southeast Atlanta home and later died; investigators say the boys were playing with guns and the case remains under investigation.
My 600-Lb. Life star Dolly Martinez has died at 30.
Dolly Martinez, who appeared on season 10 of My 600-Lb. Life, has died at age 30, her sister announced on Facebook; no cause of death has been released.
Teachers receive large pay raise as LAUSD reaches tentative agreement to avert strike
LAUSD announced a tentative two-year agreement that raises salary scales by 11.65% and sets starting teacher pay at $77,000; the deal must be ratified and a strike remains possible while other unions continue bargaining.
Artemis II astronauts share moon joy during lunar flyby
During a historic lunar flyby, Artemis II astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft Integrity photographed and described features on the Moon's far side and observed an Earthset and a total solar eclipse.
No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont announces Parkinson's diagnosis before Sphere residency
Tom Dumont, guitarist for No Doubt, said he has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's Disease and reported he can still play guitar; the band is scheduled to perform at the Sphere in Las Vegas from May 6 to June 13.
Salk and the 1955 polio vaccine field trials remembered.
On April 12, 1955, Dr. Jonas Salk's polio vaccine was declared safe and effective after field trials involving about 1.8 million American schoolchildren known as 'polio pioneers.' The Deseret News archives note Utah's participation and follow the vaccine's role in dramatically reducing polio.
Justin Bieber headlines Coachella 2026 and performs songs from every era of his career
Justin Bieber headlined Coachella on April 11, performing material from across his career and debuting songs from his recent releases, with surprise guest appearances and family in the crowd.
Interest in EVs rises in Europe as fuel prices climb after Iran war
Online car marketplaces in the UK, Germany, France and Spain reported large increases in electric-vehicle inquiries after petrol prices rose following the Iran conflict, and industry data showed a record monthly rise in battery-electric registrations in March.
Artemis II mission returns April 10 and a Kentucky artist says he can't stop smiling
The Artemis II crew is expected to return April 10, and the Orion capsule will bring back the mission patch designed by Kentucky artist Gregory Manchess. Manchess said the patch honors the many people behind the mission and took nearly two years to design.
Woman attacked outside Epsom church as police investigate
Police say a woman in her 20s was attacked outside Epsom Methodist Church between about 2am and 4am after leaving a nearby nightclub; Surrey Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Athlete with Parkinson's set to co-captain team cycling most of Route 66
Bill Bucklew, diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2012, will co-captain Team Route 66 on an approximately 1,600-mile ride beginning April 20 toward the World Parkinson's Congress in Phoenix.
Making Canadian history: Jeremy Hansen prepares to fly on Artemis 2.
Jeremy Hansen will be the first Canadian to travel around the moon as a member of the Artemis 2 crew, and the mission could launch as soon as April 1.
Health care claim approvals face delays and denials.
The article reports that insured patients can face repeated denials or delays for recommended care, and that services such as Sheer Health assist with appeals after denials.
GSK says Mo-rez could have blockbuster potential
GSK reported early data showing its experimental drug Mo-rez produced at least 30% tumor shrinkage in 62% of platinum-resistant ovarian cancer patients and 67% of endometrial cancer patients; the drug is in late-stage trials and the company plans further studies.
Canada should take bigger risks as it invests in space, professor says
Toronto-born astrophysicist Sara Seager urged Canada to 'think big' and be willing to take risks in space investment. The country's space sector contributed $3.4 billion to GDP in 2024, and the federal government has invested billions while partnering with international programs.
NASA says U.S. 'absolutely back' in space race and aims for the Moon
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the U.S. is on an achievable path to return to the Moon, with near-monthly robotic missions to the lunar south pole planned to begin in 2027 and crewed missions anticipated in 2027–2028 as part of a push toward a lunar base and eventual Mars missions.
Lucy Liu teases mystery role in The Devil Wears Prada 2
Lucy Liu says she has a mystery role in The Devil Wears Prada 2 and described working with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway as almost dreamlike. The sequel is scheduled to open in theaters on May 1.
Heart transplants raised transport safety concerns for a mother and son
A mother and her son both received heart transplants; the son’s heart traveled in a medically cleared preservation container while many donor organs are still transported in consumer ice coolers.
Rescue dog's 'spicy' reaction during post-walk clean-up charms viewers
A small white rescue dog nicknamed "gremlin" protested being wiped after a walk in a TikTok video by user fineboymiki that has more than 3.1 million views; he grumbled and showed his teeth but allowed his paws to be cleaned and later brightened at the mention of treats.
Alabama's run game is the main area to address after 2026 A-Day
Alabama's A-Day scrimmage highlighted continued run-game challenges — five running backs totaled 64 yards on 31 carries — and the team will hold two more spring practices this week.
Lucy Longlegs finds a home after 1,160 days in kennels
Seven-year-old Lurcher Lucy Longlegs was rehomed in Northumberland after spending more than 1,160 days at Dogs Trust West Calder, having been added to the charity's sponsorship scheme in October 2024.
Social Security cap at $50K could raise how much people need to save
A proposal from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget would cap Social Security at $50,000 for individuals and $100,000 for married couples; financial experts say replacing reduced benefits could require substantial additional personal savings, sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Alle-Kiski Valley events roundup for April 12, 2026.
This Stroller listing summarizes community events across the Alle-Kiski Valley on and around April 12, 2026, including a spring luncheon fundraiser, a drive‑thru food distribution and a range of local meetings and programs.
Artemis II shares final image of Earth before planned communications blackout
The Artemis II Orion spacecraft passed behind the Moon and entered a planned communications blackout during its lunar flyby; Pilot Victor Glover shared a final photo of Earth and a message of love before contact was lost.