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nicole farato Here’s the news you need to know Wednesday, from President Trump’s announcement of a cease-fire with Iran to Republicans’ narrow victory in Georgia. Plus: Zendaya and her ‘Euphoria’ classmates are back.
President Trump’s deadline for Iran has passed. Instead, a ceasefire was established.
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday night that he had reached a two-week ceasefire with Iran, after the United States threatened to destroy Iran’s energy and transportation infrastructure and wipe out “an entire civilization.”
what happened: The suspension came less than two hours before the 8 p.m. ET deadline set by President Trump. The president said the deal is conditional on Iran allowing crude oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, which is used to transport much of the world’s oil.
Politics: Some Republican lawmakers reprimanded President Trump ahead of the ceasefire announcement. That sparked a wave of lawmakers calling for the 25th Amendment to be invoked to remove President Trump.
Why are waterways so important? Approximately 20% of the world’s oil and natural gas supplies pass through this narrow strait.
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feel a sense of euphoria
Zendaya wowed the stars on the red carpet for HBO’s “Euphoria.” Season 3 debuted with a gala premiere at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood on April 7, 2026.
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Today may be the best day in golf.
The Masters Par 3 Contest will tee off at Augusta National Golf Club on Wednesday as part of preparations for the 2026 Masters. Before the green jacket competition officially begins, this wholesome event features the wives and children of the world’s best golfers as caddies in the ropes.
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