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Thursday, April 9, 2026 · 6 stories
A Guatemalan national pleaded guilty in federal court to involvement in a 2021 smuggling attempt that resulted in a fatal truck crash in Mexico. The incident, which caused over 50 deaths, was addressed in legal proceedings this week.
CDC data shows teen birth rates reached a new historical low in 2025. Factors contributing to this trend include reduced sexual activity among teens and increased access to contraception and abortion services.
A dog was stolen from a family's front yard in Clifton, New Jersey, and later returned. Police have identified the woman seen in video footage of the incident.
The Artemis II crew is returning to Earth after completing a mission around the Moon, with a scheduled splashdown off the coast of San Diego on Friday. The astronauts reported collecting extensive data, photographs, and observations, including being the first humans to see certain parts of the Moon's far side. They are expected to share these findings after processing their experiences.
A wolf escaped from a zoo at O-World theme park in Daejeon, South Korea, leading to a local school closure. Over 300 emergency service and military personnel are involved in the search operation for the animal.