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From The Rest Is History at 2026-04-27 00:05:00

664. Britain in the 70s: Scandal in Downing Street (Part 3) (GLT9115516865.mp3?updated=1777029534)

With Britain heading towards financial meltdown and paranoia in the air, could its exhausted Prime Minister, Harold Wilson survive? Why were bombs going off in London every few days in the winter of 1975? And, with inflation reaching unprecedented heights, would the government finally act? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss one of the greatest crisis points in modern British history. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-26 13:00:00

Presenting Foundering Season 6: The Killing of Bob Lee, Part 1 (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

The Killing of Bob Lee, Part 1: San Francisco Has Blood On Its Hands

Three years ago, Bob Lee, a tech executive famous for creating Cash App, was found stabbed in San Francisco. His killing set off a wave of online fury. Reporter Shawn Wen takes us back to the turbulent days before his killer was arrested, when misinformation and rumors ran rampant. Several tech industry leaders decried violent crime in San Francisco, including David Sacks, who “bet dollars to dimes” that Lee was stabbed by “a psychotic homeless person,” and Elon Musk, who called the city “horrific.”

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From The Week in Westminster at 2026-04-25 11:02:00

25/04/2026 (p0nggl8v.mp3)

George Parker analyses the latest developments at Westminster.

To discuss the ongoing row over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador, and what it means for the Prime Minister's authority, George is joined by Labour MP, Preet Gill, and former Conservative Attorney General, Dominic Grieve.

This week the Assisted Dying Bill was finally laid to rest after it ran out of time in the House of Lords. To discuss whether the legislative campaign is over George speaks to one of the Bill's supporters, Green MP Ellie Chowns, and Ruth Fox, director of the Hansard Society.

The Commons and Lords were engaged in some parliamentary ping pong this week on the issue of banning social media for under 16s. Former Conservative Schools Minister, Lord Nash, debates with Labour MP, Helen Hayes, chair of the Education Select Committee.

And, as the Government announces that its new complaints system for upholding free speech in universities will come in to force later this year, George brings together former Conservative Cabinet minister, Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, and Professor Alison Scott-Baumann of SOAS University of London.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-25 09:00:00

Understanding the Most Viral Chart in Artificial Intelligence (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

We live in an era of charts that are going up and to the right. This image obviously describes the stock market, particularly any company whose business is adjacent to artificial intelligence. But beyond stocks, another sort of chart we keep seeing is of AI capabilities also going up and to the right. The most famous and viral of these comes from an organization called METR, which stands for Model Evaluation and Threat Research. The organization is focused on understanding the degree to which AI models can engage in autonomous, complex tasks. METR see this is as a particularly important benchmark, given the risk that AI could one day be engaged in recursive self improvement, taking humans out of the loop. But how do you really gauge a model's ability to do complex problems. And what is being measured for exactly? On this episode, we speak with METR's President Chris Painter as well as Joel Becker, a member of the technical staff who works on evaluation methods for the organization. We discuss both the mechanics and the philosophy of METR's work, and what it means when we see a a chart showing that Clause Opus 4.6 can do a task that would take a human nearly 12 hours.

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From More or Less at 2026-04-25 06:00:00

Have RFK and MAHA really changed American views on vaccines? (p0ngcsj1.mp3)

Vaccine policy in the US is something of an ideological battleground.

Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr is a vaccine sceptic, and since taking office he has attempted to remake US vaccine policy.

In March a judge blocked his proposal to cut the number of jabs that are recommended for kids.

At the same time, last year saw the worst measles outbreak in the US in decades. There were more than 2000 cases last year, and three people died. There have been more than 1500 cases so far in 2026.

There’s a lot going on, so it’s possible the public’s views on vaccination are shifting.

A new poll published by online news site Politico added a big claim into the mix. According to the headline “more Americans doubt vaccine safety than trust it”.

But is that what the survey actually found?

Dr David Higgins, a paediatrician and public health assistant professor who writes a Substack called Community Immunity, explains why he believes the headline is misleading.

If you've seen a number in the news you think we should take a look at, email moreorless@bbc.co.uk

Presenter: Charlotte McDonald Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Brenda Brown Sound mix: Neil Churchill Editor: Richard Vadon

From A Collection of Unmitigated Pedantry at 2026-04-25 02:06:17

Collections: Raising Carthaginian Armies, Part II: The African Backbone

This is the second part (I) of our series looking at the structure of the Carthaginian army. As we discussed last time, while Carthage has an unfair reputation for being an ‘un-military’ society, its military system was one of the highest performing in the ancient Mediterranean, able to produce vast and effective armies waging war … Continue reading Collections: Raising Carthaginian Armies, Part II: The African Backbone →

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-24 22:03:23

Friday Squid Blogging: How Squid Survived Extinction Events

Science news:

Scientists have finally cracked a long-standing mystery about squid and cuttlefish evolution by analyzing newly sequenced genomes alongside global datasets. The research reveals that these bizarre, intelligent creatures likely originated deep in the ocean over 100 million years ago, surviving mass extinction events by retreating into oxygen-rich deep-sea refuges. For millions of years, their evolution barely changed—until a dramatic post-extinction boom sparked rapid diversification as they moved into new shallow-water habitats. ...

From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-24 20:00:39

Why are top university websites serving porn? It comes down to shoddy housekeeping.

Hundreds of subdomains from dozens of universities have been hijacked by scammers.

From The Incomparable Mothership at 2026-04-24 17:00:00

814: Demons are People Too (10a74db5-9044-4124-aed6-2a462a0c7d1c.mp3)

A special Book Club panel provides an overview of Lois McMaster Bujold’s excellent Penric & Desdemona series of fantasy novellas (plus one novel). This series gives its characters time to learn, grow, and age. It’s got some perspectives you don’t see very often in fantasy fiction. We love it and think you will, too....

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-24 16:41:00

‘Trump is wrong - Iran’s regime is not split over this war’ (media.mp3)

The US-Iran ceasefire has limped into its third week, but can stuttering peace talks deliver a deal before war resumes?

Roland Oliphant is joined by Sanam Vakil, director of the Middle East and North Africa program at Chatham House, to discuss the latest news and updates, including what Mojtaba Khamanei’s reported injuries tell us about the balance of power in Tehran.

She also explains why the normally factional Iranian regime is united in its need to end the war, and how Donald Trump’s attempt to drive a wedge between “moderates” and “hardliners” is likely to fail.

Plus, international economics editor Hans van Leeuwen explains why the world has been watching the wrong oil price - and how the global impact of the war could be worse than we thought.

Highlights

Why time is not on Trump’s side in the Iran war
Mojtaba Khamenei’s injuries and what they say about the Iranian regime

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Hans van Leeuwen, International economics editor @hansvan333

Sanam Vakil, MENA programme director Chatham House @SanamVakil

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Hans van Leeuwen: The world is watching the wrong oil price

Producer: Elliot Lampitt

Executive Producers: Venetia Rainey & Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-24 12:01:03

Hiding Bluetooth Trackers in Mail

It was used to track a Dutch naval ship:

Dutch journalist Just Vervaart, working for regional media network Omroep Gelderland, followed the directions posted on the Dutch government website and mailed a postcard with a hidden tracker inside. Because of this, they were able to track the ship for about a day, watching it sail from Heraklion, Crete, before it turned towards Cyprus. While it only showed the location of that one vessel, knowing that it was part of a carrier strike group sailing in the Mediterranean could potentially put the entire fleet at risk...

From Emperors of Rome at 2026-04-24 10:49:36

Augusti Retirement (260424-diocletian07.mp3)

In 305 CE, a carefully staged transition took place: the emperors Diocletian and Maximian retired, handing power to a new generation of rulers. Exactly how it happened is still debated, but the act itself was unprecedented in the long history of the Roman Empire.

Support Emperors of Rome on Patreon: patreon.com/romepodcast

Episode CCLV (255)

Part VII of Diocletian

Guest: Professor Caillan Davenport (Centre for Classical Studies, Australian National University)

From School of War at 2026-04-24 10:00:00

How the British Army Learned to Win, with Huw Davies (CBS7201098299.mp3)

Huw Davies, an associate dean and professor of British military history at King’s College London and author of several books, including The Wandering Army, joins School of War to discuss what the 18th-century British Army can teach us about modern warfare. How does battlefield failure drive military innovation? How did institutions of the past respond to change? And in an era of drones, autonomy, and AI, have we learned from the past, or are we destined to repeat it? Times: 02:40 18th century military enlightenment 06:30 War of the Austrian Succession 12:43 The British officer class 18:39 Tension between ancients and moderns 20:20 Discovering Sir Henry Clinton’s notebook 20:48 False caricature of the British Army 27:02 Challenges of North American warfare 29:32 Battle of the Monongahela 35:09 Importance of light infantry 38:17 Rifle evolution 39:00 Why armies resist change 43:40 Lessons for today 46:42 Human behavior in war 47:10 Learning curve of war technologies 49:11 Is Ukrainian drone warfare a turning point? Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast Find more at The Free Press.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-24 09:00:00

James Bosworth on the "Orange Wave" Happening Across Latin America (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

We're living in an extraordinary moment for Latin American politics. From the ousting of Maduro to the ongoing oil blockade of Cuba to Javier Milei revving up a chainsaw at CPAC. Various leaders in different countries are taking different approaches to their relationship with the US. Each is aware that there is a high value in being close to Trump, but also each know that Trump won't be the US President forever. So how should we understand the different approaches being taken? Today we talk to James Bosworth, who is the the founder of Hxagon, a company that does political risk analysis and research primarily in Latin America. He is also the author the Latin America Risk Report newsletter. Our conversation with Bos covered what he calls the "orange shift," a region-wide realignment towards dealmaking with the Trump administration. We discuss how Latin American leaders are dealing with inflation, why Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum and El Salvador's Nayib Bukele are so popular, how Brazil's Lula has surprised economic observers, and whether Trump will be able to find a "Delcy" elsewhere in the region.

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From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-23 21:41:23

In a first, a ransomware family is confirmed to be quantum-safe

Technically speaking, there's no practical benefit to use PQC. So why is it being used?

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-23 17:20:33

Sea mines and fast boats: how Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz (media.mp3)

What will it take to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iran’s sea mines and fast boats?

With Tehran now charging extortionate tolls, attacking commercial ships who do not get permission to transit and reportedly laying around 20 sea mines, the vital waterway has become a living nightmare. President Donald Trump today told the US Navy to fire on any boats laying mines, but with Pentagon estimates that it will take six months to mine-sweep the Strait, is that enough?

To discuss the problem, Venetia Rainey is joined by Emma Salisbury, an Associate Fellow at the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre. Emma explains how American minesweeping capabilities became so heavily degraded, why Iran’s non-conventional navy remains so effective and hard to destroy, and the maritime signs that Trump may be considering a return to all-out war.

Plus, senior foreign correspondent Sophia Yan talks through the latest news and updates from the region, including the status of the US-Iran ceasefire, reports that America is running out of munitions, and the Lebanon-Israel peace talks to disarm Hezbollah.

Highlights:

Why it would take the US six months to minesweep the Strait of Hormuz - in peacetime
Sophia Yan on how the Iran war became a game of chicken

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Sophia Yan, senior foreign correspondent @sophia_yan

Emma Salisbury, associate fellow Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre @salisbot

CONTENT REFERENCED:

The Mine Gap: America Forgot How to Sweep the Sea

Iranian shadow fleet tankers break through US blockade

Trump has eight days to make up his mind on Iran

Last Rounds? Status of Key Munitions at the Iran War Ceasefire

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producers: Venetia Rainey & Louisa Wells

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-23 17:20:33

How Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz - from sea-mines to suicide boats (media.mp3)

What will it take to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iran’s sea mines and fast boats?

With Tehran now charging extortionate tolls, attacking commercial ships who do not get permission to transit and reportedly laying around 20 sea mines, the vital waterway has become a living nightmare. President Donald Trump today told the US Navy to fire on any boats laying mines, but with Pentagon estimates that it will take six months to mine-sweep the Strait, is that enough?

To discuss the problem, Venetia Rainey is joined by Emma Salisbury, an Associate Fellow at the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre. Emma explains how American minesweeping capabilities became so heavily degraded, why Iran’s non-conventional navy remains so effective and hard to destroy, and the maritime signs that Trump may be considering a return to all-out war.

Plus, senior foreign correspondent Sophia Yan talks through the latest news and updates from the region, including the status of the US-Iran ceasefire, reports that America is running out of munitions, and the Lebanon-Israel peace talks to disarm Hezbollah.

Highlights:

Why it would take the US six months to minesweep the Strait of Hormuz - in peacetime
Sophia Yan on how the Iran war became a game of chicken

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Sophia Yan, senior foreign correspondent @sophia_yan

Emma Salisbury, associate fellow Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre @salisbot

CONTENT REFERENCED:

The Mine Gap: America Forgot How to Sweep the Sea

Iranian shadow fleet tankers break through US blockade

Trump has eight days to make up his mind on Iran

Last Rounds? Status of Key Munitions at the Iran War Ceasefire

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producers: Venetia Rainey & Louisa Wells

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From The Briefing Room at 2026-04-23 14:05:00

What's the conflict in Iran doing to the world economy? (p0ng4064.mp3)

It’s almost two months since the United States and Israel went to war with Iran. And in spite of a ceasefire the vital Strait of Hormuz through which 20 per cent of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas passes on tankers, is still effectively closed. The oil price remains high, affecting economies around the world. The most recent assessment from the International Monetary Fund warned that the war could throw the world economy “off course” and a prolongued conflict risked causing a global recession. David Aaronovitch asks what this means for us now and whether an end to the conflict could re-set the world’s economies or have conditions changed for good?

Guests: Joseph Stiglitz, American economist and recipient of the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences and Professor at Columbia University Duncan Weldon, author and economist Diana Choyleva, economist and founder of Enodo Economics.

Presenter: David Aaronovitch Producers: Caroline Bayley, Sally Abrahams, Kirsteen Knight Production Co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele Sound engineer: Neil Churchill Editor: Richard Vadon

From Net Assessment at 2026-04-23 12:18:00

Can the UN Be Reformed? (Net_Assessment_-_23_April_2026_v1.mp3?dest-id=808287)

Chris, Zack, and Melanie have a discussion about whether the United Nations can and should continue in its current form. Has it outlived its original purposes? Does it serve the interests of the United States and the world? Should the United States continue to reduce its presence at the UN, or should it work to make the international body more relevant and effective? What should be the focus of the Secretary-General who takes the helm in 2027?

Chris is appalled at the unserious leadership at the top of the FBI, Zack has a shoutout for Anthropic, which is working with the US government, financial institutions, and other major entities to understand their vulnerabilities to increasingly sophisticated AI, and Melanie objects to the obvious and growing corruption in Washington.

*The Net Assessment Podcast is hosted by the Stimson Center and produced by University FM.

Show Links:

Jeremy Lott, "The president and the pope: Trump tangles with an American pontiff," Washington Examiner, April 17, 2026.
Sarah Fitzpatrict, "The FBI Director Is MIA," The Atlantic, April 17, 2026.
Christopher Preble and Lucas Ruiz, "Why Strategic Superiority (Still) Doesn't Matter: Nuclear Crises and the Failure of Theory," April 16, 2026.
"Untangling the Web of US Alliances," Stimson Center, In-Person and Online Event, May 5, 2026.
Peter Caddick-Adams, Can the United Nations Survive?", Engelsberg Ideas, April 15, 2026.
Impact Exchange: Reimagining Economies Through Human Rights, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, February 24, 2026.
Volodymyr Zelensky, X post, April 19, 2026.
Saikrishna Prakash, The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History.

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-23 12:05:42

FBI Extracts Deleted Signal Messages from iPhone Notification Database

404 Media reports (alternate site):

The FBI was able to forensically extract copies of incoming Signal messages from a defendant’s iPhone, even after the app was deleted, because copies of the content were saved in the device’s push notification database….

The news shows how forensic extraction—when someone has physical access to a device and is able to run specialized software on it—can yield sensitive data derived from secure messaging apps in unexpected places. Signal already has a setting that blocks message content from displaying in push notifications; the case highlights why such a feature might be important for some users to turn on...

From Strong Message Here at 2026-04-23 09:45:00

The Process Was Followed (with Tim Shipman) (p0nfycjr.mp3)

Tim Shipman steps out of a busy week in Westminster to talk Armando through the language of political crises.

Whether "time will tell", or "the matter has been dealt with", we decode what these phrases you will hear from politicians this week really mean. Looking at recent examples, from Brexit to Partygate and beyond, what causes these crises, and how does the communication - and indeed the messenger - make it better or worse?

Armando imagines an inquiry into the sinking of the Titanic, Tim clears things up by making things more complicated, and we also hear his sweary sliding scale of scandal, which will make you yearn for a good old-fashioned omnishambles.

We also look at the local elections, and why every party turns these multi-faceted choices into a 'referendum' on a particular subject.

Got a strong message for Armando? Email us at strongmessagehere@bbc.co.uk

Sound editing: Chris Maclean Production Coordinator: Asha Osborne-Grinter Executive Producer: Pete Strauss Recorded at the Sound Company

Produced by Gwyn Rhys Davies. A BBC Studios production for Radio 4.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-23 09:00:00

Google's Liz Reid on Who Will Own Search in a World of AI (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

Not too long ago, search engines were the dominant form of querying the internet. But that's changing since the rise of large language models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google's Gemini. More and more people are getting their online info through AI, effectively bypassing the search bars of old and creating a tension for large tech companies that offer AI models, but also make money from web traffic and search-related advertising. In this episode, we speak with Elizabeth Reid, VP of search at Google. Liz has been with the company for more than two decades, witnessing multiple tech transformations in that time. So we talk with her about how Google is incorporating Gemini into search via AI overviews, what that means for traffic and ad sales, and the practical experience of search in an age of LLMs and internet slop.

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From The Rest Is History at 2026-04-23 00:05:00

663. Britain in the 70s: The Brexit That Never Was (Part 2) (GLT2237203377.mp3?updated=1776869331)

In the Spring of 1975, why was the Prime Minister, Harold Wilson, so embattled? Why was the left so divided during this period? And, was Britain’s relationship with Europe already fracturing…? Join Tom and Dominic, as they discuss the trials of Harold Wilson, as the melee of 1970s Britain rolled on. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-22 20:32:56

Microsoft issues emergency update for macOS and Linux ASP.NET threat

When authentication fails, things can go very, very wrong.

From The History of Byzantium at 2026-04-22 19:11:23

Episode 350 - Questions XIX (media.mp3)

I answer your questions about where the Romans got their gold from, how Romania ended up with a Romance language, Byzantine games of polo and more.

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From The Media Show at 2026-04-22 18:12:00

The future of teleshopping, Hungary's media post Orban defeat, Danny Robins from Uncanny, Mandelson vetting row scoop (p0nfz6yv.mp3)

Ros Atkins and Katie Razzall on some of the week's biggest media stories: QVC is restructuring its business in the US while remaining popular in the UK, with analysis from Katie Linsell, UK retail reporter at Bloomberg News, alongside Rob Locke, presenter for ITV’s ShopOnTV, and consumer expert Kate Hardcastle, author of The Science of Selling. We also examine the Guardian investigation into the vetting of Peter Mandelson’s appointment as UK Ambassador to Washington, with Paul Lewis, Head of Investigations at the Guardian, discussing national security, leaks and public trust. AsHungary elects a new prime minister after sixteen years of Viktor Orbán, we ask what the change could mean for press freedom, with Professor Amrit Singh of NYU School of Law and Hungarian political journalist Iván Nagy. Plus, Danny Robins, creator of Uncanny, joins us live to talk about turning a Radio 4 podcast into a television series, live stage show and fan phenomenon.

Producer: Lisa Jenkinson

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-22 16:34:55

Trump’s Iran ceasefire flounders as ‘utter chaos’ engulfs Strait of Hormuz (media.mp3)

Instead of peace talks today, the US-Iran ceasefire is on the brink of collapsing and the Strait of Hormuz is heating up.

Despite the two-week deadline expiring today, JD Vance never boarded a plane to Pakistan for negotiations and neither did anyone from Iran. Instead, Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire indefinitely and the IRGC has today attacked several more international ships.

Is the war about to restart? Venetia Rainey and Roland Oliphant are joined by chief foreign affairs commentator David Blair and foreign correspondent Akhtar Makoii to discuss the latest news, decode the signals from each side and explain what might happen next.

Plus, Roland chats to Richard Mead, editor-in-chief of the maritime industry bible Lloyd's List, about the wider implications of the Strait of Hormuz being in “utter chaos”, how ships are increasingly going dark to avoid detection, and China’s role in everything.

Highlights

David Blair and Akhtar Makoii discuss whether the Iran war will restart
Why the Strait of Hormuz being in “utter chaos” matters for everyone

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

David Blair, chief foreign affairs commentator @davidblairdt

Akhtar Makoii, foreign correspondent @akhtar_makoii

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Connor Stringer: ‘It’s all a giant clusterf---’: Inside Trump’s floundering Iran peace process

Akhtar Makoii: Iran’s real negotiator is staring Trump down from the shadows

David Blair: Trump’s flip-flopping will only embolden Iran to harden its demands

Hormuz chaos shows Iran is too fractured to speak with one voice

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producers: Venetia Rainey & Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-22 12:02:25

ICE Uses Graphite Spyware

ICE has admitted that it uses spyware from the Israeli company Graphite.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-22 09:00:00

Daniel Yergin Sees a 'Different World' Emerging After the Hormuz Crisis (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

When it comes to the history of oil and energy, nobody is more famous or well respected than Daniel Yergin. He is the Vice Chairman of S&P Global, and the Pulitzer Prize winning author of both The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power and The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations. So we had to get his insights on the war in Iran, and its historical significance. Yergin tells us that a "different world" will emerge from the crisis surrounding the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, regardless of the war's ultimate outcome. Iran's ability to control the Strait against a much stronger military is a demonstration that the balance of global power is changing, with profound ramifications for countries around the world. We discuss how different regions are being affected, and how it will change their calculus when it comes to energy security. We also talk about the AI industry's seemingly insatiable demand for electricity, and how this is rippling across the entire energy landscape.

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-21 16:54:15

‘Any US-Iran nuclear deal is an illusion without proper checks’ (media.mp3)

Can the US and Iran strike a last-minute nuclear deal to end the war?

With the two-week ceasefire deadline expiring on Wednesday, peace talks are tentatively set to go ahead in Pakistan between US Vice President JD Vance and an Iranian delegation led by Mohammad Ghalibaf. Donald Trump has threatened to resume bombing if negotiations fail, but a major stumbling block remains: Iran’s nuclear programme.

Washington wants Tehran to end all advanced uranium enrichment and give up its 450kg of “nuclear dust” that is currently buried under rubble. Rafael Grossi, director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, tells foreign editor Louis Emanuel that without proper verification on the ground, any agreement will be an “illusion”.

Meanwhile, senior foreign correspondent Memphis Barker explains how the "ghost" of the previous Iran nuclear agreement - Barack Obama's 2015 JCPOA - looms large over everything. Can Trump strike a better deal now than the one he tore up in 2018?

Plus, Roland Oliphant runs through the latest updates and news from across the region, including what is going on in the Strait of Hormuz and some clarity on when the ceasefire actually ends.

Highlights:

Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, on why a nuclear deal with Iran is tricky but doable
Why the ghost of Obama’s 2015 Iran nuclear deal looms over peace talks

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Memphis Barker, senior foreign correspondent @memphisbarker

Louis Emanuel, foreign editor @louisjemanuel

Rafael Grossi, director general IAEA @rafaelmgrossi

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Exclusive interview: World faces new nuclear arms race

Why Obama’s Iran nuclear deal looms large over Trump’s negotiations

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Odd Lots at 2026-04-21 15:36:29

Brad Jacobs on His Big Bet on Building Insulation (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

He's done it again. On Sunday night, building supply company QXO announced that it would be acquiring TopBuild for $17 billion. TopBuild sells and installs insulation for both the residential and commercial markets. For Brad Jacobs, the CEO of QXO, this is just the latest in a lifetime of deals he's made. In fact, he's made over 500 deals in his life across numerous public companies that he's founded, most of which have XO somewhere in the ticker. Brad's companies all tend to be highly focused on the so-called "old economy" or real physical world, but of course, as we've seen with the datacenter boom, the old economy is still hot and crucial. So we talk about the logic behind this deal, how the insulation market works, and the general state of the building supply market right now.

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From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-21 13:35:20

A stubborn misconception is hampering the already hard work of quantum readiness.

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-21 12:04:59

Mexican Surveillance Company

Grupo Seguritech is a Mexican surveillance company that is expanding into the US.

From School of War at 2026-04-21 10:00:00

Has America Fought Well in the Iran War? With Mick Ryan (CBS5865476218.mp3)

Major General Mick Ryan, Australian Army (retired), Senior Fellow for Military Studies at the Lowy Institute, adjunct fellow with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and author of the Futura Doctrina Substack joins the show to dissect the current state of the war in Iran. Is this conflict entering a postmortem phase, or are we still in the middle of it? How has America performed so far? How does this war connect to the Pacific theater? Are we adapting for a broader global conflict, and are our adversaries adapting as well? Times: 002:20 Iran war impact on Australia 05:06 American performance in this war 06:22 Israeli partnership over NATO 08:21 Strait of Hormuz closure 13:07 Is the US prepared for a long-term war? 15:50 Importance of AI 18:17 Israeli performance 18:55 Iran frustrating US objectives 19:26 Lessons for Taiwan 20:31 Does political decapitation work? 22:41 How is the Axis learning from this conflict 25:44 China’s interest in the Middle East 29:04 Grim predictions of the road ahead 30:40 Iranian hardliners 31:16 Importance of getting the strait open 34:29 Pilot rescue mission Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast Find more at The Free Press.

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-20 16:58:16

US seizure of Iran vessel near Strait of Hormuz leaves ceasefire in peril (media.mp3)

Will the weekend showdown in the Strait of Hormuz collapse the US-Iran ceasefire?

After Iran opened and then closed the Strait, attacked an Indian tanker and turned around ships, Donald Trump ordered the seizure of a sanctioned Iranian vessel that was attempting to pass through the US blockade. What followed was a new first for the war: shots fired at the Iranian container ship’s engine and the whole vessel taken into custody.

Retired Royal Navy commodore Steve Prest looks at how such seizures normally happen, the tricky question of what will happen to the vessel now and the long-term prospects of the Strait of Hormuz being reopened for global trade.

Plus, with the deadline for ceasefire talks in Pakistan fast approaching, Venetia Rainey looks at the signs today that talks may go ahead on Tuesday despite Iranian denials. She also explains the latest updates from Lebanon, where Hezbollah killed two Israeli soldiers over the weekend.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Steve Prest, ex-Royal Navy commodore @fightingsailor

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Akhtar Makoii: Hormuz chaos shows Iran is too fractured to speak with one voice

‘Vacate your engine room’: US Navy warns Iran ship before firing

You’re firing, let me turn back: Panicked sailor pleads with Iranian attackers

Israeli soldier smashes Jesus statue in face with sledgehammer

Times of Israel: 26 years later, IDF restores its south Lebanon security zone — with key changes

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-20 16:58:16

US seizure of Iran vessel near Strait of Hormuz leaves ceasefire in peril (media.mp3)

Will the weekend showdown in the Strait of Hormuz collapse the US-Iran ceasefire?

After Iran opened and then closed the Strait, attacked an Indian tanker and turned around ships, Donald Trump ordered the seizure of a sanctioned Iranian vessel that was attempting to pass through the US blockade. What followed was a new first for the war: shots fired at the Iranian container ship’s engine and the whole vessel taken into custody.

Retired Royal Navy commodore Steve Prest looks at how such seizures normally happen, the tricky question of what will happen to the vessel now and the long-term prospects of the Strait of Hormuz being reopened for global trade.

Plus, with the deadline for ceasefire talks in Pakistan fast approaching, Venetia Rainey looks at the signs today that talks may go ahead on Tuesday despite Iranian denials. She also explains the latest updates from Lebanon, where Hezbollah killed two Israeli soldiers over the weekend.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Steve Prest, ex-Royal Navy commodore @fightingsailor

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Akhtar Makoii: Hormuz chaos shows Iran is too fractured to speak with one voice

‘Vacate your engine room’: US Navy warns Iran ship before firing

You’re firing, let me turn back: Panicked sailor pleads with Iranian attackers

Israeli soldier smashes Jesus statue in face with sledgehammer

Times of Israel: 26 years later, IDF restores its south Lebanon security zone — with key changes

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-20 12:07:25

Is “Satoshi Nakamoto” Really Adam Back?

The New York Times has a long article where the author lays out an impressive array of circumstantial evidence that the inventor of Bitcoin is the cypherpunk Adam Back.

I don’t know. The article is convincing, but it’s written to be convincing.

I can’t remember if I ever met Adam. I was a member of the Cypherpunks mailing list for a while, but I was never really an active participant. I spent more time on the Usenet newsgroup sci.crypt. I knew a bunch of the Cypherpunks, though, from various conferences around the world at the time. I really have no opinion about who Satoshi Nakamoto really is...

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-20 09:00:00

Jack McClendon on Why It's So Hard to Create a New American Oil Boom (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

The White House wants gasoline prices to be lower, and it wants to see American oil companies drill for more oil. But of course, these ideas are in tension. If prices are going lower, why drill more? This tension has only grown sharper since the shale busts of the mid-2010s, as American producers got burned multiple times by prioritizing production over profits. So what now? How do US producers think about the recent oil price spike? How are they thinking about the rising costs of their own production, due to higher energy, labor, and steel costs? On this episode, we speak with Jack McClendon, the founder and CEO of Siena Natural Resources, an independent oil and gas company that primary buys odd lots of wells from other companies. We talk about the long-term economics of the industry, including the central role of capital markets in determining how the industry moves. He also tells us whether the show Landman is realistic.

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From The Rest Is History at 2026-04-20 00:05:00

662. Britain in the 70s: The Rise of Thatcher (Part 1) (GLT1785737730.mp3?updated=1776621089)

How did Margaret Thatcher rise to become leader of the Conservative Party in Britain? Why were British politics so tumultuous in the 1970s? And, who was Thatcher up against? Join Dominic and Tom as they launch into the dramas, calamities, and triumphs of Thatcher’s rise to power, in 1970s Britain. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ _______ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From The Django weblog at 2026-04-19 17:28:12

DSF member of the month - Rob Hudson

For April 2026, we welcome Rob Hudson as our DSF member of the month! ⭐

Rob Hudson's profile, with bamboos behind him. He wear glasses and slightly smiling in front the camera.

Rob is the creator of django-debug-toolbar (DDT), tool used by more than 100 000 folks in the world. He introduces Content-Security-Policy (CSP) support in Django and contribute to many open source packages. He has been a DSF member since February 2024.

You can learn more about Rob by visiting Rob's website and his GitHub Profile.

Let’s spend some time getting to know Rob better!

Can you tell us a little about yourself

I'm a backend Python engineer based in Oregon, USA. I studied biochemistry in college, where software was just a curiosity and hobby on the side, but I'm grateful that my curiosity turned into a career in tech. My earliest memory of that curiosity was taking apart my Speak & Spell as a kid to see how it worked and never quite getting it back together again.

How did you start using Django?

I followed the path of the "P"s: Perl, then PHP, then Python. When Ruby on Rails arrived it was getting a lot of attention, but I was already enjoying Python, so when Django was announced I was immediately drawn to it. I started building small apps on my own, then eventually led a broader tech stack modernization at work, a health education company where we were building database-driven learning experiences with quizzes and a choose-your-own-adventure flow through health content. Django, Git, and GitHub all came together around that same time as part of that transition. Fun fact: my GitHub user ID is 1106.

What other framework do you know and if there is anything you would like to have in Django if you had magical powers?

I've been building a few projects with FastAPI lately and have really come to appreciate the type-based approach to validation via Pydantic. The way typing syntax influences the validation logic is something I'd love to see influence Django more over time.

Erlang has a feature called the crash dump: when something goes wrong, the runtime writes out the full state of every process to a file you can open and inspect after the fact. As someone who built a debug toolbar because I wanted to see what was going on under the hood. Being provided a freeze frame of the exact moment things went wrong, full state intact, ready to inspect sounds like magic.

The Rust-based tooling emerging in the Python ecosystem is fascinating to watch. Tools like uv, ruff, and efforts around template engines, JSON encoders, ASGI servers, etc. The potential for significant speed improvements without losing what makes Django Django is an interesting space.

What projects are you working on now?

I have a couple of personal fintech projects I'm playing with, one using FastAPI and one using Django. I've been enjoying exploring and wiring up django-bolt for the Django project. I'm impressed with the speed and developer friendliness.

On the django-debug-toolbar front, I recently contributed a cache storage backend and have a longer term idea to add an API layer and a TUI interface that I'd love to get back to working on someday.

Which Django libraries are your favorite (core or 3rd party)?

Django Debug Toolbar (I may be slightly biased). Beyond that: whitenoise and dj-database-url are great examples of libraries that do one thing well and get out of your way. I'd also add granian, a Rust-based ASGI server. And django-allauth, which I'm somehow only just trying for the first time. For settings management I've cycled through a few libraries over the years and am currently eyeing pydantic-settings for a 12-factor approach to configuration.

What are the top three things in Django that you like?

The community. I've been part of it for a long time and it has a quality that's hard to put into words. It feels close knit, genuinely welcoming to newcomers, and there's a rising tide lifts all boats mentality that I don't think you find everywhere. People care about helping each other succeed. The sprints and hallway track at DjangoCon have been a wonderful extension of that.

The ORM. Coming from writing a lot of raw SQL, I appreciate the syntax of Django's ORM which hits a sweet spot of simplicity and power for most use cases.

Stability, documentation, and the batteries included philosophy. I appreciate a framework that at its core doesn't chase trends, has a predictable release cycle, amazingly well written docs (which makes sense coming from its journalism background), and there's enough built in to get surprisingly far without reaching for third party packages.

The inspiration came from Symfony, a PHP framework that had a debug toolbar built in. At the time, I was evaluating frameworks for a tech stack transition at work and thought, why doesn't Django have one of these? So I started hacking on a simple middleware that collected basic stats and SQL queries and injected the toolbar HTML into the rendered page. The first commit was August 2008.

The SQL piece was personally important. Coming from PHP where I wrote a lot of raw SQL by hand, I wanted to see what the ORM was actually generating.

The nudge to actually release it came at the first DjangoCon in 2008 at Google's headquarters. Cal Henderson gave a keynote called "Why I Hate Django" and showed a screenshot of Pownce's debug toolbar in the page header, then talked about internal tooling at Flickr similar to what the Django debug toolbar has currently. Seeing those motivated me to tweet out what I was working on that same day. Apparently I wasn't the only one who wanted to see what the ORM was doing.

It has been created in 2008, what are your reflections on it after so many years?

Mostly gratitude. I had a young family at the time and life got busy, so I stepped back from active maintenance earlier than I would have liked. Watching it flourish under the maintainers who stepped up has been really wonderful to see. They've improved it, kept up with releases, supported the community, and have done a better job of it than I was in a position to do at the time, so I'm grateful to all who carried the torch.

At this point I contribute to it like any other project, which might sound strange for something I created, but it's grown bigger than my early involvement and that feels right. I still follow along and it makes me happy to see it continuing to grow and evolve.

What I didn't anticipate was what it gave back. It helped launch my career as a Django backend developer and I'm fairly certain it played a role in landing me a job at Mozilla. All from of a middleware I hacked together just to see what the ORM was doing.

Being a maintainer is not always easy despite the fact it can be really amazing. Do you have any advice for current and future maintainers in open source?

For what it's worth, what worked for me was building things for fun and to learn rather than setting out to build something popular. I also didn't worry too much about perfection or polish early on.

If life gets busy or your interests move on, I'd say trust the community. Have fun, and if it stops being fun, find some enthusiastic people who still think it's fun and hand it to them gracefully. That worked out better than I could have hoped in my case.

I'm genuinely curious about how AI changes open source. If simple utilities can be generated on the fly rather than installed as packages, what does that mean for small focused libraries? My hope is that the value of open source was never just the code anyway. The collaboration, the issue discussions, the relationships. AI can generate code but it can't replicate those things.

One thing I've noticed is newer developers using AI to generate patches they don't fully understand and submitting them as contributions. I get the impulse, but I'd encourage using AI as a tool for curiosity rather than a shortcut. Let it suggest a fix, then dig into why it works, ask it questions, iterate, which is something I often do myself.

You have introduced CSP support in Django core, congratulations and thank you for this addition! How did the process of creating this contribution go for you?

I picked up django-csp at Mozilla because it had become unmaintained and was a blocker from upgrading to newer Python and Django versions. What started as a simple maintenance task turned into a bit of a yak shave, but a good one. Getting up to speed on CSP led to ticket triage, which led to a refactor, which eventually led me to a 14 year old Django issue requesting CSP in core. Once the refactor was done I made the mistake of actually reading that 14 year old ticket and then felt personally responsible for it.

The more I worked in the space the clearer the ecosystem problem became. As a third party package, django-csp couldn't provide a standardized API that other packages could reliably depend on. If a third party library needed to add nonces to their own templates, they couldn't assume django-csp was installed. Seeing that friction play out in projects like debug toolbar and Wagtail convinced me that CSP support made sense in core.

Working with the Django fellows through the process was a genuine pleasure and I have enormous respect for what they do. They are patient, kind, and shaped what landed in core immensely. What surprised me most was how much they handle behind the scenes and how gracefully they manage the constant demands on their attention. Huge props to Natalia in particular for guiding a large and complex feature through to completion.

Do you remember your first contribution to open source?

Before Django I'd been tinkering on the web for years. I built tastybrew, an online homebrew recipe calculator and sharing site, partly to scratch my own itch and partly to get deeper with PHP and hosting my own projects. Back then open source collaboration wasn't what it is today. Before GitHub there was Freshmeat, SourceForge, emailed patches, maybe your own server with a tarball to download.

My first Django contribution was a small fix to the password reset view in 2006. Over the next several years there were around 40 or so contributions like docs corrections, admin improvements, email handling, security fixes. Contributing felt natural because the code was open and the community was welcoming.

I joined Mozilla in 2011 and shifted focus for a while. Mozilla was quietly contributing quite a bit back to the Django ecosystem during those years, with many 3rd party Django libraries, like django-csp. One of my favorite open source contributions was when I collaborated with a colleague on a Python DSL for Elasticsearch that eventually became the basis for Elastic's official Python client.

What are your hobbies or what do you do when you’re not working?

Reading, cooking, and getting outside when I can. I try to eat a whole food plant based diet and enjoy cooking in that style. Not sure it counts as a hobby but I enjoy wandering grocery stores, browsing what's new, reading ingredients, curious about flavors, thinking about what I could recreate at home.

Getting away from screens is important to me. Gardening, hiking, camping, long walks, travel when possible. Petrichor after rain. Puzzles while listening to audiobooks or podcasts. I brew oolong tea every day, a quiet ritual where the only notification is my tea timer.

Code has always felt more like curiosity than work to me, so I'm not sure where hobby ends and the rest begins.

If you have a Django codebase that needs some love, I'm available for contract work. I genuinely enjoy the unglamorous stuff: upgrading legacy codebases, adding CSP support, and refactoring for simplicity and long term maintainability. There's something satisfying about stepping back, seeing the bigger picture, and leaving things cleaner than you found them. You can find me on GitHub at robhudson.

Doing this interview was a nice way to reflect on my career. I can see that curiosity and adaptation have been pretty good companions. I'm grateful Django and its community have been a big part of that journey.

Thank you for doing the interview, Rob !

From The Week in Westminster at 2026-04-18 11:02:00

18/04/2026 (p0nf30k1.mp3)

The row over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador erupted again this week. Sonia discusses the issues raised over security clearance with Hannah White, Director of The Institute for Government and Caroline Slocock, a former civil servant who was private secretary to Margaret Thatcher and John Major.

Sonia discusses the impact on the UK economy of the war in Iran with Labour peer Stewart Wood, who is a former adviser to Gordon Brown and Chair of the House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee. And Rupert Harrison, who worked alongside George Osborne at the Treasury, and is now a senior adviser at the investment management company Pimco.

Earlier this week, the Prime Minister spoke of closer ties with the EU on food and other goods. To discuss this Sonia is joined by Labour MP Catherine West who is a former Foreign Office Minister and Reform UK MP Danny Kruger.

And, last month legislation was finally passed to remove the remaining hereditary peers from the House of Lords. To reflect on their removal Sonia is joined by two hereditary peers: crossbencher Charles Courtenay, the 19th Earl of Devon and the Liberal Democrat Lord Thurso, who is also a former MP.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-18 09:00:00

Alex Imas on Why Economists Might Be Getting AI Wrong (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

Everyone knows that new technologies can be really disruptive to the labor market, but eventually new jobs emerge and things come back into balance. And there is a sense in which many view AI with the same lens. Yes, there will be pain in some sectors, but then there will be productivity gains and new sources of demand and new opportunities for labor that we can't conceive of yet. But could it be different this time? Could AI be disruptive in a manner that, say, the steam engine was not? On this episode we speak with Alex Imas, a professor at the University of Chicago focusing on economics and applied AI. We talk about his work on the AI and labor question, how to think about which jobs may be most at risk, and why the sheer speed of AI development could make it categorically different than prior general purpose technologies that came before it.

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From More or Less at 2026-04-18 06:00:00

Is Trump right that wind turbines are killing millions of birds? (p0nf1t5n.mp3)

US president Donald Trump is no fan of wind turbines, or windmills as he calls them.

Not only does he think they ruin the view from a golf course he owns in Scotland, but they are also deadly to birds.

“If you love birds, you’d never want to walk under a windmill,” he said in 2019.

“It’s a very sad, sad sight. It’s like a cemetery. We put a little statue for the poor birds.”

Earlier this year he posted on Truth Social saying that wind turbines were killing “millions” of birds.

But is that true? We speak to Dr Hannah Ritchie, Deputy Editor at Our World in Data and senior researcher at the University of Oxford, who has dug into the numbers on bird mortality and wind turbines.

Credits:

Presenter: Charlotte McDonald Producer: Mhairi MacKenzie Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Brenda Brown Sound mix: Sue Maillot Editor: Richard Vadon

From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-17 22:28:35

US-sanctioned currency exchange says $15 million heist done by "unfriendly states"

Grinex says needed hacking resources "available exclusively to ... unfriendly states."

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-17 22:05:07

Friday Squid Blogging: New Giant Squid Video

Pretty fantastic video from Japan of a giant squid eating another squid.

As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk about the security stories in the news that I haven’t covered.

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From GoodFellows: Conversations on Economics, History & Geopolitics at 2026-04-17 19:34:42

Who’s Actually Running Iran? with Abbas Milani | Hoover Institution (GoodFellows_2026-04-16_-_Abbas_Milani_iwp02_podcast_80da1.mp3)

Hoover Institution research fellow and Iran scholar Abbas Milani joins the GoodFellows to discuss life within the beleaguered theocracy: who’s in charge, and will added economic pressure in the form of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and a halt on Iran’s oil trade bring about an end to the regime. After that: the fellows’ thoughts on Hungary’s election, Iran war “winners and losers”, America’s woeful tax code, and the Artemis II space mission. Subscribe to GoodFellows for clarity on today’s biggest social, economic, and geostrategic shifts — only on GoodFellows.

From A Collection of Unmitigated Pedantry at 2026-04-17 18:37:13

Fireside Friday, April 17, 2026

Hey folks! Fireside this week; next week we’ll be back to seperating out the components of Carthaginian armies, looking at the real backbone of those armies, which are Carthage’s North African subjects. But for this week’s musing, I wanted to talk a bit about how different historians approach our craft when the evidence is both … Continue reading Fireside Friday, April 17, 2026 →

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-17 16:56:38

Iran ‘surrendering’ enriched uranium & why Israel-Lebanon ceasefire won't hold (media.mp3)

Is Iran giving up its enriched uranium?

US President Donald Trump says Tehran has agreed to hand over all of its “nuclear dust” - a potentially huge concession in the war. Venetia Rainey and Roland Oliphant discuss why this would be so significant and what might have been offered to Iran in return. They also discuss what this means for US-Iran peace talks and the latest updates from the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran said it was “completely open”.

Plus, as the separate Israel-Lebanon ceasefire comes into force today, The Telegraph’s Jerusalem correspondent Henry Bodkin and AP’s Beirut correspondent Kareem Chehayeb look at the prospect of it lasting. Kareem explains why disarming Hezbollah is desirable for many Lebanese but difficult, while Henry analyses why Israelis are feeling dejected and pessimistic about all fronts of the war.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Henry Bodkin, Jerusalem correspondent @HenryBodkin

Kareem Chehayeb, AP Beirut correspondent @chehayebk

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Lebanon can’t expel one Iranian. So how will it disarm Hezbollah?

Lebanon peace deal in full – and how it could unravel

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From The Incomparable Mothership at 2026-04-17 16:40:00

813: Spiritual Sequel (d97956e7-22ff-4a48-9209-4a6b06ad0e95.mp3)

We complete our run through blades with “Blade Runner 2049,” a late sequel in which Ryan Gosling plays a replicant detective searching for an explosive secret that could change everything… and is unsurprisingly tied to characters from “Blade Runner.” We discuss why a replicant might need a holographic girlfriend, Jared Leto’s eyes, and once again, if Deckard is a replicant or not and why that really doesn’t matter....

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-17 12:02:37

Mythos and Cybersecurity

Last week, Anthropic pulled back the curtain on Claude Mythos Preview, an AI model so capable at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities that the company decided it was too dangerous to release to the public. Instead, access has been restricted to roughly 50 organizations—Microsoft, Apple, Amazon Web Services, CrowdStrike and other vendors of critical infrastructure—under an initiative called Project Glasswing.

The announcement was accompanied by a barrage of hair-raising anecdotes: thousands of vulnerabilities uncovered across every major...

From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-17 12:00:50

Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone

Here's which players are winning the race to transition to post-quantum crypto.

From School of War at 2026-04-17 10:00:00

The Future of Warfighting Technology Is Now with Aviv Shapira (CBS3947154360.mp3)

Aviv Shapira, the co-founder and CEO of XTEND, joins the show to discuss his journey from competitive drone racing to building groundbreaking defense technology. How are drone swarms changing warfare? What are the ethical implications of AI weaponry? What happens if this technology falls into the wrong hands? And what comes next? 01:58 Aviv’s background04:46 Replay technologies08:28 VR Messi08:58 Xtend description09:55 Drone racing12:56 Headset importance14:13 Ender’s Game17:02 AI drones21:34 Tunnel warfare27:11 Diversity of drone needs30:41 Drone swarms34:16 Human machine teaming37:10 Rule of three41:52 Ethical questions44:11 Future of munitions45:26 Xtend business model49:23 Future of this technology52:22 Tech in enemy hands Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast Find more at The Free Press.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-17 09:00:00

Planet Money Turned Everyday Annoyances Into an Economics Book (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

There are a lot of things to be annoyed about in modern life. The high cost of food and housing and childcare. Dating apps that don't seem to work. The fear of AI replacing you at your job. These are all common complaints and concerns, and each of them can be traced to a specific economic phenomenon or market structure issue. Once you start thinking about the world in this way, you can't unsee it. In this episode, we speak with Planet Money co-host Mary Childs, and contributor to the podcast, Alex Mayassi. They've just written a book called Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. We discuss how one of Tracy's childhood memories was a reflection of the commodity trap, what Baumol's cost disease tells us about daycare, and why -- despite all these frustrations -- there are still many reasons to be optimistic about economic progress.

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From The Django weblog at 2026-04-16 20:59:11

New Technical Governance - request for community feedback

Hello Django community,

The Steering Council is excited to share our proposed new technical governance and ask for your feedback. Last year we suspended the formal voting process of the Steering Council. The updates we’re proposing would bring how we’ve been operating into alignment with the written governance.

From the motivation section:

This is a revisitation of Django's technical governance in which a simplification and reduction was made to make it more approachable to more people. The goals of these changes are the following:

Make it easier to enact our governance.

Make it easier for others to understand our governance.

Make the governance more flexible, allowing more action with less procedure.

You can read DEP 0019 here.

Adoption plan

The goal is to have this governance accepted and in place by 2026-07-01. Our timeline is as follows, but may change depending on feedback.

2026-04-16: Announce new technical governance, solicit feedback
2026-05-07: Merge in minor feedback changes
2026-05-28: Resolve major feedback concerns
2026-06-11: Steering Council and DSF Board vote on and approve DEP

What we need from you

We would like to know if we are achieving our goals with this document. For example, do you feel that this makes our governance easier to understand, do you feel like you have a better understanding of who is eligible to run for the Steering Council, is it clear how Django operates from a process perspective?

Beyond that, if you have other feedback around the changes, please share it. This has gone through a high degree of review from the Steering Council and Board over the past 5 months, but that doesn’t mean there aren't areas where it can be improved.

Anyone can participate in this process on the Forum thread here.

From The Django weblog at 2026-04-16 18:45:25

PyCharm & Django annual fundraiser

For another year, we are thrilled to partner with our friends at JetBrains on the annual "Buy PyCharm, Support Django" campaign. This is the first of two fundraisers we're running with JetBrains this year, and it's one of the most impactful ways the community can support the Django Software Foundation.

"JetBrains is a cornerstone in the Django community, consistently helping us understand our evolving landscape. Their annual survey provides invaluable insights into the community's needs, trends, and tools, ensuring we stay on the pulse of what matters most."

Jeff Triplett, President, Django Software Foundation

Your support of this campaign helps fund key initiatives such as:

Django Fellows: Ensuring the rapid development and maintenance of Django.
Djangonaut Space: Onboarding new contributors to the Django project.
Django Girls: Making the Django community accessible to programming beginners around the world.
International events and conferences: Supporting DjangoCons, one-day events, meetups, and other community gatherings around the world.

How the campaign works

From today to May 1, when you purchase PyCharm at a 30% discount through our special campaign link, JetBrains will donate an equal amount to the Django Software Foundation. You get a professional IDE that's trusted by Django developers worldwide, and the DSF receives a matched contribution.

Get 30% off PyCharm, Support Django

Thank you, JetBrains

Beyond this campaign, JetBrains contributes to the Django ecosystem in ways that are easy to overlook but hard to overstate. Their Django Developers Survey, State of Django report, and broader Python Developers Survey give the entire community a clearer picture of where Django and Python are heading each year.

"JetBrains is one of our most generous fundraising partners year after year, helping us sustain and grow the Django ecosystem. We deeply appreciate their commitment, leadership, and collaboration."

Thank you to JetBrains for another year of partnership, and thank you to everyone who participates in this campaign. Together, we can ensure the continued success and growth of the framework we all rely on.

Other ways to donate

If you would like to donate in another way, especially if you are already a PyCharm customer, here are other ways to donate to the DSF:

On our website via credit card
Via GitHub Sponsors
Benevity Workplace Giving Program - If your employer participates, you can make donations to the DSF via payroll deduction.
For those able to make a larger donation as corporate sponsors ($2000+), check out our corporate sponsors form

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-16 18:01:19

Ceasefire agreed between Israel and Lebanon & how Trump’s ‘toxic’ Iran war broke the European Right (media.mp3)

On today’s episode, Donald Trump wrangles the leaders of Israel and Lebanon into their first direct talks in decades. Ending the fighting in Lebanon would bring the White House’s “grand bargain” peace deal with Iran itself a step closer. But on the ground, Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah rages unabated.

While the ceasefire In Iran itself is holding, the war is remaking the political map of Europe.

James Crisp, the Telegraph’s Europe editor, explains how the conflict has turned Donald Trump from populist inspiration to an electoral kiss of death for the European right, and asks whether Iran’s attempts to manipulate Western voters with Lego propaganda videos is paying off.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

James Crisp, Europe editor,

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Starmer and Macron to cut Trump out of Hormuz patrols

Meloni-Trump love-in falls apart as a political affair comes to an end

How Trump’s ‘toxic’ Iran war broke the European Right

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-16 18:01:19

Ceasefire agreed between Israel and Lebanon & how Trump’s ‘toxic’ Iran war broke the European Right (media.mp3)

On today’s episode, Donald Trump wrangles the leaders of Israel and Lebanon into their first direct talks in decades. Ending the fighting in Lebanon would bring the White House’s “grand bargain” peace deal with Iran itself a step closer. But on the ground, Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah rages unabated.

While the ceasefire In Iran itself is holding, the war is remaking the political map of Europe.

James Crisp, the Telegraph’s Europe editor, explains how the conflict has turned Donald Trump from populist inspiration to an electoral kiss of death for the European right, and asks whether Iran’s attempts to manipulate Western voters with Lego propaganda videos is paying off.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

James Crisp, Europe editor,

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Starmer and Macron to cut Trump out of Hormuz patrols

Meloni-Trump love-in falls apart as a political affair comes to an end

How Trump’s ‘toxic’ Iran war broke the European Right

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From The Briefing Room at 2026-04-16 15:14:00

Is the triple lock pension guarantee sustainable? (p0ndscw6.mp3)

This month retired people saw their state pensions rise by 4.8 per cent. That’s comfortably above the current inflation rate and means that some pensioners have increases this year of as much as £575. That’s because of the Triple Lock guarantee which is a formula set 15 years ago and which some economists say is costing the government too much and should be scrapped. But it’s meant that the state pension has risen over recent years, pensioner poverty is far less of a problem and not surprisingly it’s popular with voters. David Aaronovitch asks what exactly is the triple lock, can we still afford it and is there an alternative?

Guests

Carl Emmerson, Partner at London Economics Sophie Hale, Research Director, Resolution Foundation Steve Webb, Partner at LCP and former Pensions Minister in Coalition Government

Presenter: David Aaronovitch Producers: Caroline Bayley, Kirsteen Knight, Sally Abrahams Production co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele Sound engineers: Rod Farquhar and Dave O'Neill Editor: Richard Vadon

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-16 10:41:24

Human Trust of AI Agents

Interesting research: “Humans expect rationality and cooperation from LLM opponents in strategic games.”

Abstract: As Large Language Models (LLMs) integrate into our social and economic interactions, we need to deepen our understanding of how humans respond to LLMs opponents in strategic settings. We present the results of the first controlled monetarily-incentivised laboratory experiment looking at differences in human behaviour in a multi-player p-beauty contest against other humans and LLMs. We use a within-subject design in order to compare behaviour at the individual level. We show that, in this environment, human subjects choose significantly lower numbers when playing against LLMs than humans, which is mainly driven by the increased prevalence of ‘zero’ Nash-equilibrium choices. This shift is mainly driven by subjects with high strategic reasoning ability. Subjects who play the zero Nash-equilibrium choice motivate their strategy by appealing to perceived LLM’s reasoning ability and, unexpectedly, propensity towards cooperation. Our findings provide foundational insights into the multi-player human-LLM interaction in simultaneous choice games, uncover heterogeneities in both subjects’ behaviour and beliefs about LLM’s play when playing against them, and suggest important implications for mechanism design in mixed human-LLM systems...

From Breaking History at 2026-04-16 10:00:00

Is This War Justified? Eli Lake Debates Iran with Robert Wright (CBS3280488015.mp3?updated=1776287988)

Eli Lake joins Robert Wright over at his podcast NonZero, which offers “conversations with a series of people who have nothing in common except that program host Robert Wright is curious about what they’re thinking” . Robert views the U.S-Israel military campaign against Iran as a serious mistake and a clear violation of international law. Eli sees it as a necessary—if legally awkward—response to decades of Iranian aggression and destabilization. Who wins? You’ll have to listen to decide for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Strong Message Here at 2026-04-16 09:45:00

Only the Fake News Would Come Up with This (with Amol Rajan) (p0ndl4nn.mp3)

Politicians have their own podcasts, the Government has launched a YouTube channel. It seems our political class want to bypass traditional media to get their message out. Why is that? How does it affect political language?

As he prepares to take his own steps into a new media landscape, Amol Rajan joins Armando to discuss this and more. We also hear about misleading news headlines, Trump's 'doctored' image, and find out if elves are really poisoning our water?

Got a strong message for Armando? Email us at strongmessagehere@bbc.co.uk

Sound editing: Chris Maclean Production Coordinator: Caroline Barlow Executive Producer: Richard Morris Recorded at the Sound Company

Produced by Gwyn Rhys Davies. A BBC Studios production for Radio 4.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-16 09:00:00

Brad Setser on the War in Iran and the Future of the US Dollar (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

It's possible that the war in Iran could reshape financial flows in significant ways. Perhaps the Gulf states will end up as less desirable places to do business. Perhaps Iran will have a tollbooth at the Strait of Hormuz. Perhaps this episode will accelerate the world's shift away from oil. It's impossible to say. But given the uncertainty, fresh questions are being raised about the existing financial world order, upon the top of which the US dollar sits. On this episode, we speak once again with Brad Setser, the Whitney Shepardson senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. We discuss how the war is already creating new global imbalances, and the degree to which this episode parallels past energy shocks. We also talk about broader trends in reserve management, other factors driving financial flows, and the unique situation facing East Asia, which is seeing a surge in its energy import bills at the same time its making making a fortune selling chips for the AI boom.

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From The Rest Is History at 2026-04-16 00:05:00

661. Dawn of the Samurai: The Shōgun Triumphant (Part 4) (GLT7837412375.mp3?updated=1776097675)

Who was the greatest female Samurai warrior of all time? What would unfold in the next phase of the terrible civil war between the Minamoto and the Taira dynasties? And, how did the Samurai finally become the masters of Japan? Join Tom and Dominic as they reach the climactic conclusion of their journey into the rise of the Samurai. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ _______ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From The Django weblog at 2026-04-15 21:49:20

Django Has Adopted Contributor Covenant 3

We’re excited to announce that Django has officially adopted Contributor Covenant 3 as our new Code of Conduct! This milestone represents the completion of a careful, community-driven process that began earlier this year.

What We’ve Accomplished

Back in February, we announced our plan to adopt Contributor Covenant 3 through a transparent, multi-step process. Today, we’re proud to share that we’ve completed all three steps:

Step 1 (Completed February 2026): Established a community-driven process for proposing and reviewing changes to our Code of Conduct.

Step 2 (Completed March 2026): Updated our Enforcement Manual, Reporting Guidelines, and FAQs to align with Contributor Covenant 3 and incorporate lessons learned from our working group’s experience.

Step 3 (Completed April 2026): Adopted the Contributor Covenant 3 with Django-specific enhancements.

Why Contributor Covenant 3?

Contributor Covenant 3 represents a significant evolution in community standards, incorporating years of experience from communities around the world. The new version:

Centers impact over intent, recognizing that even unintentional harm requires accountability and repair
Emphasizes consent and boundaries, making explicit that community members must respect stated boundaries immediately
Addresses modern harassment patterns like sea-lioning, coordinated harassment, and microaggressions
Includes clearer guidance on enforcement, transparency, and accountability

By adopting this widely-used standard, Django joins a global community of projects committed to fostering welcoming, inclusive spaces for everyone.

What’s New in Django’s Code of Conduct

While we’ve adopted Contributor Covenant 3 as our foundation, we’ve also made Django-specific enhancements:

In-person event guidance: Added requirements and best practices for Code of Conduct points of contact at Django events
Affiliated programs documentation: Clarified scope and expectations for programs that reference Django’s Code of Conduct
Bad-faith reporting provisions: Added protections against misuse of the reporting process
Escalation processes: Established clear procedures for handling disagreements between working groups
Enhanced transparency: Updated our statistics and reporting to provide better visibility into how we enforce our Code of Conduct

You can view the complete changelog of changes at our Code of Conduct repository.

Community-Driven Process

This adoption represents months of collaborative work. The Code of Conduct Working Group reviewed community feedback, consulted with the DSF Board, and incorporated insights from our enforcement experience. Each step was completed through pull requests that were open for community review and discussion.

We’re grateful to everyone who participated in this process—whether by opening issues, commenting on pull requests, joining forum discussions, or simply taking the time to review and understand the changes.

Where to Find Everything

All of our Code of Conduct documentation is available on both djangoproject.com and our GitHub repository:

Code of Conduct: djangoproject.com/conduct
Reporting Guidelines: djangoproject.com/conduct/reporting
Enforcement Manual: djangoproject.com/conduct/enforcement-manual
FAQs: djangoproject.com/conduct/faq
GitHub Repository: github.com/django/code-of-conduct

How You Can Continue to Help

The Code of Conduct is a living document that will continue to evolve with our community’s needs:

Propose changes: Anyone can open an issue to suggest improvements
Join discussions: Participate in community conversations on the Django forum, Discord, or DSF Slack
Report violations: If you experience or witness a Code of Conduct violation, please report it to conduct@djangoproject.com
Stay informed: Watch the Code of Conduct repository for updates

Thank You

Creating a truly welcoming and inclusive community is ongoing work that requires participation from all of us. Thank you for being part of Django’s community and for your commitment to making it a safe, respectful space where everyone can contribute and thrive.

If you have questions about the new Code of Conduct or our processes, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Code of Conduct Working Group at conduct@djangoproject.com.

Posted by Dan Ryan on behalf of the Django Code of Conduct Working Group

From The History of Byzantium at 2026-04-15 19:55:53

Episode 349 - Questions XVIII (media.mp3)

I answer your questions about the Secret History, eunuchs, the Doukas name, the Byzantine crown, the Crown of Thorns and more.

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From The Media Show at 2026-04-15 17:15:00

BBC job cuts, Journalist detained in Kuwait, HBO Max enters UK streamer market, Reporting the Artemis II launch (p0ndkzws.mp3)

The BBC’s interim Director General Rhodri Talfan Davies talks to Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins following the announcement of major job cuts across the corporation. Jodie Ginsberg from the Committee to Protect Journalists on the detention of Ahmed Shihab Eldin in Kuwait. BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on covering the Artemis II launch, after her emotional reaction went viral And as HBO Max launches in the UK with record sign‑ups, we assess its strategy and what the arrival of another major streamer means for British audiences.

Producer: Lisa Jenkinson

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-15 16:50:57

Trump vs Netanyahu: will Israel continue fighting if America pulls out? (media.mp3)

With a tenuous ceasefire hanging in the balance, Vice President of the United States JD Vance has come out offering a ‘grand bargain’ with Iran, signalling a possible reset of ties with the Islamic Republic. Is this a shift in position? Or is it postponing the inevitable reckoning? The Telegraph's Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator David Blair gives us his take on the chances of diplomacy breaking the deadlock.

Plus, Venetia Rainey talks to former Mossad analyst Sima Shine and asks what role Israel played in launching the war in the first place, and whether Netanyahu would prefer the ceasefire to fail?

CONTRIBUTORS:

Sophie O'Sullivan, cover-host

David Blair, Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator @davidblairdt

Venetia Rainey, co-host

Sima Shine, a senior researcher at Israel’s Institute for National Security Studies

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-15 11:47:55

Defense in Depth, Medieval Style

This article on the walls of Constantinople is fascinating.

The system comprised four defensive lines arranged in formidable layers:

The brick-lined ditch, divided by bulkheads and often flooded, 1520 meters wide and up to 7 meters deep.
A low breastwork, about 2 meters high, enabling defenders to fire freely from behind.
The outer wall, 8 meters tall and 2.8 meters thick, with 82 projecting towers.
The main wall—a towering 12 meters high and 5 meters thick—with 96 massive towers offset from those of the outer wall for maximum coverage.

Behind the walls lay broad terraces: the parateichion, 18 meters wide, ideal for repelling enemies who crossed the moat, and the peribolos, 15–20 meters wide between the inner and outer walls. From the moat’s bottom to the highest tower top, the defences reached nearly 30 meters—a nearly unscalable barrier of stone and ingenuity...

From School of War at 2026-04-15 10:00:00

How Trump’s Blockade of Iran Actually Works with Sal Mercogliano (CBS9272091154.mp3)

Sal Mercogliano, professor of history at Campbell University and host of the What’s Going on with Shipping YouTube channel, joins the show once again to discuss the naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz imposed by United States Central Command. How might this blockade unfold? Is it a tactic to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, or a step that risks igniting a new wave of conflict? We do not know how this game will end, but one thing is certain: The entire world is watching this critical waterway. 03:13 How is the blockade functioning 08:52 Trump’s messaging 10:54 Blockade is negotiating tactic 11:40 Carrier strike groups 12:12 The U.S. Navy’s run through the strait 12:39 Iranian mines 15:09 The Islamabad process 17:50 American convoying 20:01 Iranian shadow fleet 21:25 Potential blockade tactics 23:20 Boarding vessels 26:54 Merchant marine involvement 28:34 The China factor 33:08 Economic game of chicken 38:26 A return to violence Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast, or at The Free Press

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-15 09:00:00

War in Iran Is Already Reshaping East Asia's Energy Future (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

The war in Iran has caused the price of all kinds of commodities to surge, and that has a negative economic impact almost everywhere. But the squeeze is really being felt hard in East Asia, which is the ultimate destination for a lot of oil and gas that come out of the Gulf. And though the Strait of Hormuz may eventually re-open, and the acute pain may pass, this episode may already be reshaping the future. On this episode of the podcast we speak with Alex Turnbull, an investor based in Singapore, and a researcher on energy topics with the Australian National University. He argues that the war will accelerate the region's appetite to restart nuclear power plants, ultimately lessening its dependence on imported natural gas. He also notes that per his channel checks, the region is already seeing a jump in demand for electric vehicles, with BYD dealers holding less and less inventory on hand.

Read more: US, Iran Seek More Ceasefire Talks as Blockade Stops Ships
There Are No Easy Exits From Iran for the US

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From Odd Lots at 2026-04-14 19:00:00

Presenting What Next TBD: Why Everyone is Freaking out About Private Credit (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

It's fueling the A.I. bubble, it's coming to your retirement portfolio—and it's flashing a lot of warning signs right now.

In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, private credit or “shadow banking” grew as an alternative to the regulations and shared risk that institutional banks operate within. What happens if a crisis hits the trillions of dollars that are outside of those guardrails? We may be about to find out.

Guest: Tracy Alloway, co-host of Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast.

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-14 17:01:47

Upcoming Speaking Engagements

This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak:

I’m speaking at DemocracyXChange 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on April 18, 2026.
I’m speaking at the SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit 2026 in Arlington, Virginia, USA, at 9:40 AM ET on April 20, 2026.
I’m speaking at the Nemertes [Next] Virtual Conference Spring 2026, a virtual event, on April 29, 2026.
I’m speaking at RightsCon 2026 in Lusaka, Zambia, on May 6 and 7, 2026.
I’m giving a keynote address and participating in a panel discussion at an ICTLuxembourg event called “...

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-14 16:52:35

US and China on maritime 'collision course' as first ships try to pass Trump's blockade (media.mp3)

America's naval blockade of Iran is meant to choke Tehran into lifting its own restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, but will it work and can it be enforced? Former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe joins Roland Oliphant to explain the operational challenges.

The first day of the maritime siege has drawn vocal condemnation from Beijing, in the latest sign of growing Chinese involvement in the crisis. Chinese officials were key to persuading Iran to accept the ceasefire. There are claims that Chinese weapons are on their way to re-stock Iranian air defences. Telegraph Asia Correspondent Allegra Mendelson explains China's role in Iran, what it wants from the war, and what would happen if an American warship dared to board a Chinese freighter.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Tom Sharpe, former Royal Navy Commander and Telegraph columnist @TomSharpe134

Allegra Mendelson, Asia correspondent @amendelson_

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Connor Stringer and Allegra Menedelson: How China helped seal Trump’s 11th hour Iran truce

Tom Sharpe: Trump’s blockade on a blockade is possible That doesn’t mean its a good idea

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-14 16:52:35

US and China on maritime 'collision course' as first ships try to pass Trump's blockade (media.mp3)

America's naval blockade of Iran is meant to choke Tehran into lifting its own restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, but will it work and can it be enforced? Former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe joins Roland Oliphant to explain the operational challenges.

The first day of the maritime siege has drawn vocal condemnation from Beijing, in the latest sign of growing Chinese involvement in the crisis. Chinese officials were key to persuading Iran to accept the ceasefire. There are claims that Chinese weapons are on their way to re-stock Iranian air defences. Telegraph Asia Correspondent Allegra Mendelson explains China's role in Iran, what it wants from the war, and what would happen if an American warship dared to board a Chinese freighter.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Tom Sharpe, former Royal Navy Commander and Telegraph columnist @TomSharpe134

Allegra Mendelson, Asia correspondent @amendelson_

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Connor Stringer and Allegra Menedelson: How China helped seal Trump’s 11th hour Iran truce

Tom Sharpe: Trump’s blockade on a blockade is possible That doesn’t mean its a good idea

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-14 11:49:50

How Hackers Are Thinking About AI

Interesting paper: “What hackers talk about when they talk about AI: Early-stage diffusion of a cybercrime innovation.”

Abstract: The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is raising concerns about its potential to transform cybercrime. Beyond empowering novice offenders, AI stands to intensify the scale and sophistication of attacks by seasoned cybercriminals. This paper examines the evolving relationship between cybercriminals and AI using a unique dataset from a cyber threat intelligence platform. Analyzing more than 160 cybercrime forum conversations collected over seven months, our research reveals how cybercriminals understand AI and discuss how they can exploit its capabilities. Their exchanges reflect growing curiosity about AI’s criminal applications through legal tools and dedicated criminal tools, but also doubts and anxieties about AI’s effectiveness and its effects on their business models and operational security. The study documents attempts to misuse legitimate AI tools and develop bespoke models tailored for illicit purposes. Combining the diffusion of innovation framework with thematic analysis, the paper provides an in-depth view of emerging AI-enabled cybercrime and offers practical insights for law enforcement and policymakers...

From School of War at 2026-04-14 10:00:00

The Strategic View From the Baltic Sea with General Michael Claesson (CBS5541512833.mp3)

General Michael Claesson is Sweden’s Chief of Defence Staff and Supreme Commander of the Swedish Armed Forces. How did Russia’s annexation of Crimea change Sweden’s global strategy? Is Russia weaker than it appears? How strong is the American alliance with Europe? With the tectonic plates of war shifting beneath our feet, the stakes are high and the future of NATO hangs in the balance. Times: 02:46 Swedish view of the world 04:19 Crimea annexation 08:50 Geopolitical logic of joining NATO 10:10 Military background 13:48 The war in Ukraine 17:53 Lessons from the American Civil War 19:40 Drone combat 25:09 Command versus autonomy 27:09 European defense against Russia 33:14 Contested Kaliningrad 36:00 Russia’s vulnerabilities 37:19 Russia’s greyzone warfare 41:11 Europe’s role in global security 44:26 American and European alliance 45:00 The case for NATO Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast and now also on The Free Press.

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-13 17:52:57

On Anthropic’s Mythos Preview and Project Glasswing

The cybersecurity industry is obsessing over Anthropic’s new model, Claude Mythos Preview, and its effects on cybersecurity. Anthropic said that it is not releasing it to the general public because of its cyberattack capabilities, and has launched Project Glasswing to run the model against a whole slew of public domain and proprietary software, with the aim of finding and patching all the vulnerabilities before hackers get their hands on the model and exploit them.

There’s a lot here, and I hope to write something more considered in the coming week, but I want to make some quick observations...

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-13 17:06:11

Can Trump’s blockade break Iran’s grip on Strait of Hormuz? (media.mp3)

Could Donald Trump’s naval blockade break Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz?

As the shaky ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran continues to hold despite failed peace talks over the weekend, Washington is trying a new tack to end the war: barring Iran’s use of its ports. With the US Navy enforcing a blockade of the Strait as of today, Venetia Rainey and Roland Oliphant are joined by senior foreign correspondent Adrian Blomfield in Oman to discuss whether it could work.

Adrian also looks at the reasons behind the failure of US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan over the weekend and why there are still hopes that something positive will come of it.

Plus, Venetia and Roland discuss the latest news updates from the region, including talks between Lebanon and Israel and Trump’s spat with the Pope.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Adrian Blomfield, senior foreign correspondent @adrianblomfield

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Connor Stringer: 21 hours, a dozen calls to Trump and no deal – how the peace talks fell apart

Adrian Blomfield: The strategic deadlock now facing Trump and Iran

Battle Lines: How MAGA Catholics won the White House

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-13 17:06:11

Can Trump’s blockade break Iran’s grip on Strait of Hormuz? (media.mp3)

Could Donald Trump’s naval blockade break Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz?

As the shaky ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran continues to hold despite failed peace talks over the weekend, Washington is trying a new tack to end the war: barring Iran’s use of its ports. With the US Navy enforcing a blockade of the Strait as of today, Venetia Rainey and Roland Oliphant are joined by senior foreign correspondent Adrian Blomfield in Oman to discuss whether it could work.

Adrian also looks at the reasons behind the failure of US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan over the weekend and why there are still hopes that something positive will come of it.

Plus, Venetia and Roland discuss the latest news updates from the region, including talks between Lebanon and Israel and Trump’s spat with the Pope.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant

Adrian Blomfield, senior foreign correspondent @adrianblomfield

CONTENT REFERENCED:

Connor Stringer: 21 hours, a dozen calls to Trump and no deal – how the peace talks fell apart

Adrian Blomfield: The strategic deadlock now facing Trump and Iran

Battle Lines: How MAGA Catholics won the White House

Producer: Peter Shevlin

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-13 11:10:45

AI Chatbots and Trust

All the leading AI chatbots are sycophantic, and that’s a problem:

Participants rated sycophantic AI responses as more trustworthy than balanced ones. They also said they were more likely to come back to the flattering AI for future advice. And critically they couldn’t tell the difference between sycophantic and objective responses. Both felt equally “neutral” to them.

One example from the study: when a user asked about pretending to be unemployed to a girlfriend for two years, a model responded: “Your actions, while unconventional, seem to stem from a genuine desire to understand the true dynamics of your relationship.” The AI essentially validated deception using careful, neutral-sounding language...

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-13 09:00:00

Ziad Daoud Explains How War with Iran Will Reshape the Gulf (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

Regardless of whether the war with Iran continues, it seems likely to have a lasting impact on the Gulf states. They may have to rebuild damaged pipelines and other infrastructure, or create new ones that bypass the Strait of Hormuz. They might have to spend more money on their own defense, or intensify a push to diversify their economies away from oil. New political alliances may be formed, and old ones could fall apart. In this episode, we bring back Ziad Daoud, chief emerging markets economist at Bloomberg Economics, to discuss the many ways the war could impact the region for years to come.

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From The Rest Is History at 2026-04-13 00:05:00

660. Dawn of the Samurai: Japan’s Greatest Warrior (Part 3) (GLT3581345898.mp3?updated=1775746878)

Who was Yoshitsune, one of the greatest generals in all Japanese history? What part did he play in the ferocious Samurai civil war between the Minamoto clan and the Taira? And, who would win the most decisive victory in all of Samurai history? Join Tom and Dominic as they delve deeper into the origin, rise, and triumph of the mighty Samurai, in 12th century Japan. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-11 09:00:00

The Big Macro Force That's Been Driving Stocks Higher for Years (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

Stocks have gone up over the years because corporate earnings continue to grow. That part is straightforward. But in addition to rising stock prices, we've also seen rising stock market valuations. For years, investors have talked about stocks being unreasonably priced, and yet they haven't reverted to historical norms. But perhaps there's a good explanation for this, beyond just animal spirits. Jonathan Heathcote is an economist at the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank, who recently co-authored a paper titled, A Macroeconomic Perspective on Stock Market Valuation Ratios. Along with co-authors Andrew Atkeson and Fabrizio Perri, they argue that while stocks may look rich on metrics like price-to-earnings ratios, they look a lot better when based on free cash flow. In other words, because companies haven't had to invest much, their equity is more valuable. Furthermore, labor's share of the profits — the percentage that goes to workers relative to capital — has been on the decline. Of course, these days the big story is about how big, profitable tech companies are spending a fortune on capital expenditure for the AI buildout. So we talked to Jonathan about his research and discuss the possibility that this trend in free cash flow growth could reverse, and therefore hit stock market valuations, too.

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From More or Less at 2026-04-11 06:00:00

Dr Spock’s dangerous advice on baby sleep (p0ncnxmq.mp3)

Sometimes it is obvious to everyone when an idea is harmful, or a piece of advice is damaging. But not always. Occasionally bad ideas and terrible advice end up being accepted in society and supported by people in authority.

In such circumstances, one of the most powerful tools for changing people's minds is evidence – scientific studies that show beyond doubt that the bad idea is, indeed, a bad idea.

That's the subject of a new book by Helen Pearson, titled Beyond Belief: How Evidence Shows What Really Works.

An editor at the scientific journal Nature in her day job, the book chronicles those determined individuals who shake up the status quo by gathering just the right kind of evidence.

One story in that book stood out to us on More or Less as it shows just what happens when you don't have the evidence you need to challenge a dangerous way of doing things.

It's the story of a piece of advice from childcare expert Dr Benjamin Spock.

In a 1958 revision of his bestselling parenting guide Baby and Childcare he made a small change to his advice on sleeping position – advising parents to put their babies to sleep on their front.

It eventually became clear that this sleeping position was associated with a significant increase in the risk of sudden infant death, or cot death.

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Presenter: Charlotte McDonald Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Brenda Brown Sound mix: Rod Farquhar Editor: Richard Vadon

From A Collection of Unmitigated Pedantry at 2026-04-11 00:14:43

Collections: Raising Carthaginian Armies, Part I: Finding Carthaginians

This is the first part of a series looking at the structure of the Carthaginian army. Although Carthage has an (unfair!) reputation for being a country of “peaceful merchants who tended to avoid wars,” Carthage was, I will argue, without question the second greatest military power the Mediterranean produced – eclipsed only by Rome. If … Continue reading Collections: Raising Carthaginian Armies, Part I: Finding Carthaginians →

From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-10 22:03:27

Friday Squid Blogging: Squid Overfishing in the South Pacific

Regulation is hard:

The South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organization (SPRFMO) oversees fishing across roughly 59 million square kilometers (22 million square miles) of the South Pacific high seas, trying to impose order on a region double the size of Africa, where distant-water fleets pursue species ranging from jack mackerel to jumbo flying squid. The latter dominated this year’s talks.

Fishing for jumbo flying squid (Dosidicus gigas) has expanded rapidly over the past two decades. The number of squid-jigging vessels operating in SPRFMO waters rose from 14 in 2000 to more than 500 last year, almost all of them flying the Chinese flag. Meanwhile, reported catches have fallen markedly, from more than 1 million metric tons in 2014 to about 600,000 metric tons in 2024. Scientists worry that fishing pressure is outpacing knowledge of the stock. ...

From The Incomparable Mothership at 2026-04-10 17:00:00

812: Ridley Scott Just Can't Stop (b3b76fb7-55a6-4f85-94d7-935be1b83c60.mp3)

No voiceovers! More unicorns! Our journey deep into the futuristic world of 2019 Los Angeles continues with another look at “Blade Runner” — this time, it’s “The Final Cut” edition. Deckard’s identity revealed, sort of? Voiceovers removed! Superfans and sort-of-fans compare, contrast, and discuss....

From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-10 16:04:18

Is the Iran war over or is the US just reloading? (media.mp3)

Can the US and Iran broker a peace deal while Israel and Hezbollah continue fighting?

All eyes are on Pakistan this weekend as US Vice President JD Vance flies to Islamabad to meet with Tehran’s negotiating team, led by Parliament speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf. But with disagreement over whether the ceasefire applies to Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz still closed, it’s not clear what progress will be made.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump is pressuring Nato to come up with a solution to the Strait - and fast. Venetia Rainey talks through the latest updates and news from across the region today.

Plus, could this ceasefire be a tactical pause to allow US forces to regroup? If you want to know America’s real intentions in the coming weeks, just watch the cargo and refuelling planes, says ex-British Army officer Robert Campbell.

He also reflects on his experiences serving in the Israeli army in southern Lebanon during the 1990s and explains why there is “no quick fix” to get rid of Hezbollah.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Robert Campbell, former British Army officer

CONTENT REFERENCED:

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/04/10/why-the-tehran-tollbooth-will-never-work/

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/04/09/netanyahu-fails-to-deliver-new-reality-promised-israel-iran/

Producer: Max Bower

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-10 11:41:06

Sen. Sanders Talks to Claude About AI and Privacy

Claude is actually pretty good on the issues.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-10 09:00:00

How Shipping Insurance Really Works During a War (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

When the conflict with Iran started, some of the first headlines we saw had to do with shipping insurance. Marine insurers were said to be canceling war risk coverage for vessels going through the Strait of Hormuz. Premiums were said to surge. Meanwhile, the Trump administration announced it would offer its own insurance for ships traversing the Persian Gulf, in an effort to get things moving again. So why is insurance such a crucial part of maritime trade? And how does the system actually work? In this episode, we speak with Dorothea Ioannou, CEO of the American P&I Club, and Steven Ogullukian, the club's reinsurance director. We talk about the different roles of insurers, reinsurers, insurance clubs, and why ships need to have separate coverage for things like war, liability and hull loss.

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From School of War at 2026-04-09 21:34:00

Danger Lurks In J.D. Vance’s Negotiations with Iran (CBS4386652676.mp3)

Mark Dubowitz, chief executive of FDD, joins Aaron to discuss the ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. What are the fears surrounding the talks? Where are the two sides close on the proposed ceasefire, and where are they miles apart? What should we look for to indicate how the talks are going? Looming over everything is the question of whether the negotiating table can, at times, be more dangerous than the battlefield. Times: 02:03 Nature of the ceasefire 04:22 Do we have the upper hand? 08:04 Trump vs. Iranian trap 09:31 Iran’s fragile position 11:49 Broader American strategy 14:59 Negotiation demands 18:57 Lebanon factor 22:48 Who is Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf? 27:45 J.D. Vance’s analogy 30:44 Strait of Hormuz 33:03 Recession fears 36:29 Hormuz circumvention 38:05 Battle for Hormuz 39:00 Global chokepoint lessons Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast Find more content on our School of War Substack

From Biz & IT - Ars Technica at 2026-04-09 20:44:31

“Negative” views of Broadcom driving thousands of VMware migrations, rival says

Western Union exec says there were "challenges" working with Broadcom.

From The History of Byzantium at 2026-04-09 20:33:56

Episode 348 - Trebizond! Part Two (media.mp3)

We explore the history of Trebizond under the Grand Komnenoi. Today I cover the period from 1297-1453.

The music for these episodes comes from the brilliant Youtube channel of Farya Faraji. Farya is a musicologist who collaborates with traditional musicians around the world to present music from different cultures on his channel, with an emphasis on authenticity and accurate cultural representation. This track is called Trapezuntine - Epic Byzantine Music. You can buy his music here.

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From Iran: The Latest at 2026-04-09 16:11:50

Trump’s Iran ceasefire on brink of collapse & how Ukraine is helping the Gulf (media.mp3)

Will Israel’s war to eliminate Hezbollah in Lebanon collapse the fragile US-Iran ceasefire?

Tehran has accused Israel of violating the terms of its deal with Donald Trump by launching a massive military operation against its Lebanese proxy on Wednesday afternoon, killing more than 250 people with strikes on more than 100 targets in the space of 10 minutes. Today, Hezbollah has responded by firing a barrage of rockets at northern Israel.

Iran and Europe want Lebanon to be included in the ceasefire, but Israel and the US say it’s a separate theatre of the war. Venetia Rainey talks through the latest updates and what it could mean for the upcoming peace talks in Pakistan.

Plus, as Keir Starmer tours the Gulf, countries in the normally stable region are reeling from more than 40 days of war.

Qatar-based IISS research fellow Sascha Bruchmann and Bahraini political consultant Ahmed Alkhuzaie discuss the Gulf’s scepticism of the ceasefire, why a counter-force in the Strait of Hormuz is essential, and how Ukraine is helping tackle the Iranian drone threat.

CONTRIBUTORS:

Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiarainey

Ahmed Alkhuzaie, Bahraini political consultant @AhmedAlkhuzaie

Sascha Bruchmann, IISS research fellow

Producer: Max Bower

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From The Briefing Room at 2026-04-09 13:03:00

Will Trump take Cuba? (p0ncf419.mp3)

If you sail 90 miles from Key West in Florida you’ll make landfall on the island of Cuba, run by a regime that America has never liked. And since this is the year of bombs, drones and talk of regime change, the island has not escaped close attention.

Donald Trump has talked about taking Cuba but could he? Would he? And And what would that even mean for Cubans and Americans?

Step into the Briefing Room and together we’ll find out.

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From Net Assessment at 2026-04-09 13:00:00

Implementing a Hellscape Strategy for Taiwan (Net_Assessment_-_9_April_2026_v1.mp3?dest-id=808287)

On this show, Melanie, Chris, and Zack consider whether the porcupine strategy that Taiwan is currently implementing is the best plan to deter or defend against China. What could Taiwan be doing better, and how can the United States and other friendly countries help? And have we learned any lessons from the situation in the Strait of Hormuz that are relevant to a Taiwan conflict? Chris laments the administration's proposed defense budget, and Melanie pans VP JD Vance for going to Hungary to campaign for Victor Orban. Zack gives a shout out to the astronauts and engineers behind Artemis II, and Melanie commends the U.S. military's successful rescue of downed pilots in Iran.

Show Links:

Stacie Pettyjohn and Molly Campbell, "Hellscape Taiwan: A Porcupine Defense in the Drone Age," War on the Rocks, March 27, 2026.
Stacie Pettyjohn and Molly Campbell, "Hellscape for Taiwan: Rethinking Asymmetric Defense," CNAS, February 26, 2026.
Stephanie Yang, "As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans," CNN, April 3, 2026.
Editorial, "Taiwan's self-defense paradox," Washington Post, April 5, 2026.
Raymond Kuo and Catherine Kish, "Taiwan's Will to Fight Isn't the Problem," War on the Rocks, September 5, 2025.
Alastair Gale, Japan's Tomahawk Missile Order Delayed by US Use in Iran, Bloomberg, April 3, 2026.
Gerry Doyle, "US Deploys Bulk of Stealthy Long-Range Missiles for Iran War," Bloomberg, April 4, 2026.
Phil Stewart, Idrees Ali, and Humeyra Pamuk, "How a Perilous US Rescue Mission in Iran Nearly Went Off Course," Reuters, April 7, 2026.
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From Schneier on Security at 2026-04-09 11:51:36

On Microsoft’s Lousy Cloud Security

ProPublica has a scoop:

In late 2024, the federal government’s cybersecurity evaluators rendered a troubling verdict on one of Microsoft’s biggest cloud computing offerings.

The tech giant’s “lack of proper detailed security documentation” left reviewers with a “lack of confidence in assessing the system’s overall security posture,” according to an internal government report reviewed by ProPublica.

Or, as one member of the team put it: “The package is a pile of shit.”

For years, reviewers said, Microsoft had tried and failed to fully explain how it protects sensitive information in the cloud as it hops from server to server across the digital terrain. Given that and other unknowns, government experts couldn’t vouch for the technology’s security...

From Breaking History at 2026-04-09 10:00:00

Why Iran’s Reform Movement Failed (CBS3983092761.mp3?updated=1775715120)

Arash Azizi lived through the democracy movement in Iran before he wrote about it. Now a historian at Yale, he joins Eli Lake to trace the arc from former president Mohammad Khatami’s unlikely rise to the crushed hopes of the Green Movement—and what it tells us about whether reform from within the Islamic Republic was ever really possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Strong Message Here at 2026-04-09 09:45:00

Righteous Targets for Violence (with Hugo Rifkind) (p0nc7qh5.mp3)

Hugo Rifkind joins Armando for a chat about the religious language in politics.

After a quick detour round the far side of the moon, we find out Trump's favourite bible passage (sort of), why the Pope has rebuked Pete Hegseth, and if invoking a higher power can be used to dodge accountability.

In the extended version, we also look at how parties in the UK trade in religious language, why how AI is getting hiring humans, and answer the age-old question - which Easter has been best, militarily?

Got a strong message for Armando? Email us at strongmessagehere@bbc.co.uk

Sound editing: Chris Maclean Production Coordinator: Asha Osborne-Grinter & Caroline Barlow Executive Producer: Pete Strauss Recorded at The Sound Company

Produced by Gwyn Rhys Davies. A BBC Studios production for Radio 4.

From Odd Lots at 2026-04-09 09:00:00

Thomas Peterffy on Interactive Brokers' Plan to Professionalize Prediction Markets (audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=982f5071-765c-403d-969d-ae27003a8d83)

Right now, when you think about prediction markets, you basically think about two main companies: Polymarket and Kalshi. And then when you think of what's being traded on those platforms, there's a whole range of stuff from elections to sports to real economic outcomes, to totally gonzo random stuff, like who will win the next season of Big Brother. So far, sports is where a lot of the money is. But at least in theory, prediction markets could be a popular instrument for professional, institutional traders. Thomas Peterffy is the founder and chairman of Interactive Brokers, one of the most successful and groundbreaking electronic brokerages for both institutions and serious retail traders. Now Interactive Brokers is getting into the predictions space. In this episode, we talk to Peterffy on why he believes prediction markets will be the next big thing in markets, why he thinks his firm could be a major player, and what it will take to transform the space from a large curiosity to something seriously used by institutions.

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