https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Top Storiesen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comSat, 18 Apr 2026 23:08:44 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:09:19 GMTIn a major reversal, Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, less than 24 hours after it announced the critical waterway was “completely open.” It comes as Iran allegedly opened fire on two ships attempting to pass through the strait. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said the closure is a response to the continuing U.S. Navy blockade on Iranian ports. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez has the latest.2056-04-18T23:08:49.000+0000wnn_ras_iran_says_strait_is_closed_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/iran-declares-strait-of-hormuz-closed-in-response-to-u-s-navy-blockade-261649477912Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed in response to U.S. Navy blockadeIn a major reversal, Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, less than 24 hours after it announced the critical waterway was “completely open.” It comes as Iran allegedly opened fire on two ships attempting to pass through the strait. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said the closure is a response to the continuing U.S. Navy blockade on Iranian ports. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez has the latest.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:08:44 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 23:09:19 GMTPeter NicholasSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTTrump's supporters in Nevada and Arizona believe that Pope Leo XIV is in the wrong, not the president, in their spat over the Iran war.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-voters-say-pope-stay-lane-fight-iran-war-rcna331604https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-voters-say-pope-stay-lane-fight-iran-war-rcna331604Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsGuests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event hosted by Turning Point USA and Turning Point Action, and headlined by President Donald Trump at Dream City Church Phoenix, AZ, on April 17, 2026Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse RieserGuests leaving the “Build the Red Wall” event on Friday.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsPenny Visser.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Reiser for NBC NewsT-shirts and baseball caps displayed in a collapsible tent in a parking lot.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:47:29 GMTMore than three dozen tornadoes have been reported in seven states, causing major destruction as severe weather continues to batter the Midwest. NBC News’ Sam Brock reports.2056-04-18T22:46:42.000+0000wnn_sbr_tornadoes_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/dozens-of-reported-tornadoes-leave-devastation-across-midwest-261649477714Dozens of reported tornadoes leave devastation across MidwestMore than three dozen tornadoes have been reported in seven states, causing major destruction as severe weather continues to batter the Midwest. NBC News’ Sam Brock reports.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:46:39 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:47:29 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:51:42 GMTNew data finds an experimental cancer treatment is showing major promise. Our team spoke with the first person to receive a personalized mRNA vaccine for pancreatic cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering, who has now been cancer-free for six years. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has a closer look at how it works.2056-04-18T22:51:08.000+0000wnn_ath_breakthrough_pancreatic_cancer_treatment_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/experimental-treatment-for-pancreatic-cancer-could-be-breakthrough-for-patients-261649989765Experimental treatment for pancreatic cancer could be breakthrough for patientsNew data finds an experimental cancer treatment is showing major promise. Our team spoke with the first person to receive a personalized mRNA vaccine for pancreatic cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering, who has now been cancer-free for six years. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has a closer look at how it works.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:51:03 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:51:42 GMTAdam EdelmanBen KamisarSat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:40 GMTEven as they’ve been massively outspent in a Democratic-leaning state, Republicans say they still have a fighting chance to defeat a redistricting referendum in Virginia next week that could help tip the balance of power in the House in this fall’s midterm elections2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/republicans-rush-close-gap-final-stretch-virginia-redistricting-rcna331803https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/republicans-rush-close-gap-final-stretch-virginia-redistricting-rcna331803Bill ClarkVirginians for Fair Maps RallyHouse Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., speaks at a rally on behalf of the group opposing the Virginia redistricting referendum.Bill ClarkVirginians for Fair Elections RallyHouse Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., speaks at a rally on behalf of the group opposing the Virginia redistricting referendum.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:40 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:40 GMTLaura StricklerSat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMTImmigration and Customs Enforcement released delayed reports Friday detailing the deaths of four detainees earlier this year after the agency failed to meet a 90-day deadline required by Congress2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-report-deaths-detainees-rcna340802https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-report-deaths-detainees-rcna340802Mostafa BassimA Federal Agent arrest a man.Federal agents arrest a man after stopping and questioning him in the street during an Immigration Enforcement Operation in Minneapolis on Jan. 14.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:06:11 GMTObama and Mamdani meet preschoolers in the Bronx2056-04-18T22:05:39.000+0000f_vert_brk_obama_mamdani_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/obama-and-mamdani-meet-preschoolers-in-the-bronx-261649989572Obama and Mamdani meet preschoolers in the BronxObama and Mamdani meet preschoolers in the BronxSat, 18 Apr 2026 21:53:04 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:06:11 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:37:18 GMTTruck carrying 1 million bees crashes in Tennessee2056-04-18T20:36:17.000+0000f_vert_brk_truck_bees_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/truck-carrying-1-million-bees-crashes-in-tennessee-261647941656Truck carrying 1 million bees crashes in TennesseeTruck carrying 1 million bees crashes in TennesseeSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:29:33 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:37:18 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:02:46 GMTManhunt underway after bank robbery in southern Italy2056-04-18T19:02:03.000+0000f_vert_brk_italy_bank_robbery_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/manhunt-underway-after-bank-robbery-in-southern-italy-261641797838Manhunt underway after bank robbery in southern ItalyManhunt underway after bank robbery in southern ItalySat, 18 Apr 2026 18:38:25 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:02:46 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:10:05 GMTMilitary truck rolls over on highway in U.K.2056-04-18T18:58:46.000+0000f_vert_brk_uk_truck_accident_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/military-truck-rolls-over-on-highway-in-u-k-261645381605Military truck rolls over on highway in U.K.Military truck rolls over on highway in U.K.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:46:50 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:10:05 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 16:15:10 GMTPope Leo: 'Not in my interest' to debate with Trump2056-04-18T16:14:06.000+0000f_vert_brk_pope_leo_trump_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/pope-leo-not-in-my-interest-to-debate-with-trump-261636165523Pope Leo: 'Not in my interest' to debate with TrumpPope Leo: 'Not in my interest' to debate with TrumpSat, 18 Apr 2026 16:04:24 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 16:15:10 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 15:25:52 GMTJoe Rogan says he sent Trump information on ibogaine2056-04-18T15:25:16.000+0000f_vert_brk_trump_rogan_ibogaine_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/joe-rogan-says-he-sent-trump-information-on-ibogaine-261635653687Joe Rogan says he sent Trump information on ibogaineJoe Rogan says he sent Trump information on ibogaineSat, 18 Apr 2026 15:10:36 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 15:25:52 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 14:25:52 GMTPresident Trump jokes about asking for ibogaine at an executive order signing directing the FDA to review psychedelic drugs designated as breakthrough therapy.2056-04-18T14:22:08.000+0000f_vert_trump_ibogaine_signing_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/trump-jokes-about-asking-for-ibogaine-at-executive-order-signing-261631045943Trump jokes about asking for ibogaine at executive order signingPresident Trump jokes about asking for ibogaine at an executive order signing directing the FDA to review psychedelic drugs designated as breakthrough therapy.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:19:14 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 14:25:52 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 13:51:47 GMTIran says Strait of Hormuz is closed over U.S. blockade2056-04-18T13:51:10.000+0000f_vert_brk_tdy_hormuz_closed_260418https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/iran-says-strait-of-hormuz-is-closed-over-u-s-blockade-261628485969Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed over U.S. blockadeIran says Strait of Hormuz is closed over U.S. blockadeSat, 18 Apr 2026 13:02:53 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 13:51:47 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:35:15 GMTRobot faceplants during humanoid marathon prep2056-04-18T04:34:32.000+0000f_vert_brk_robot_faceplant_260417https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/robot-faceplants-during-humanoid-marathon-prep-261618757687Robot faceplants during humanoid marathon prepRobot faceplants during humanoid marathon prepSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:11:56 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:35:15 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:32:15 GMTNew Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World Cup2056-04-18T04:31:31.000+0000f_vert_brk_la_nj_worldcup_260417https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/new-jersey-transit-announces-150-train-fare-for-world-cup-261618757751New Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World CupNew Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World CupSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:23:32 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 04:32:15 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 02:01:02 GMTTornadoes, historic flooding hit Minnesota and Wisconsin2056-04-18T01:59:57.000+0000f_vert_brk_la_sbr_bad_wx_260417https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/tornadoes-historic-flooding-hit-minnesota-and-wisconsin-261608005942Tornadoes, historic flooding hit Minnesota and WisconsinTornadoes, historic flooding hit Minnesota and WisconsinSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:52:49 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 02:01:02 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:13:09 GMTDaughter of woman missing in Bahamas seeks answers2056-04-18T01:12:27.000+0000f_vert_brk_bahama_woman_daughter_260417https://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/daughter-of-woman-missing-in-bahamas-seeks-answers-261605445819Daughter of woman missing in Bahamas seeks answersDaughter of woman missing in Bahamas seeks answersSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:09:00 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:13:09 GMTWed, 15 Apr 2026 13:07:38 GMTWatch live coverage as White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing.2056-02-05T18:21:52.000+0000lv_ny4_wh_briefing_260205https://www.nbcnews.com/video/watch-live-white-house-holds-press-briefing-257220165879White House holds press briefingWatch live coverage as White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:21:52 GMTWed, 15 Apr 2026 13:07:38 GMTPeter NicholasSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTTrump's supporters in Nevada and Arizona believe that Pope Leo XIV is in the wrong, not the president, in their spat over the Iran war.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-voters-say-pope-stay-lane-fight-iran-war-rcna331604https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-voters-say-pope-stay-lane-fight-iran-war-rcna331604Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsGuests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event hosted by Turning Point USA and Turning Point Action, and headlined by President Donald Trump at Dream City Church Phoenix, AZ, on April 17, 2026Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse RieserGuests leaving the “Build the Red Wall” event on Friday.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsPenny Visser.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Rieser for NBC NewsTPUSA.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Jesse Reiser for NBC NewsT-shirts and baseball caps displayed in a collapsible tent in a parking lot.Guests wait in the entrance line for “Build the Red Wall” event headlined by President Donald Trump in Phoenix on Friday.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMTKaitlin SullivanMarina KopfAnne ThompsonSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:30:42 GMTNearly all of the patients who responded to the a personalized mRNA pancreatic vaccine are still alive six years later.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/pancreatic-cancer-mrna-vaccine-shows-lasting-results-early-trial-rcna331969https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/pancreatic-cancer-mrna-vaccine-shows-lasting-results-early-trial-rcna331969Courtesy Donna GustafsonDonna Gustafson.Donna Gustafson.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:30:42 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:30:42 GMTKyla GuilfoilGary Grumbach Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:59:52 GMTA federal appeals court allowed construction to continue on President Donald Trump's new White House ballroom until June, just a day after a federal judge halted progress.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/appeals-court-construction-trump-white-house-ballroom-rcna340814https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/appeals-court-construction-trump-white-house-ballroom-rcna340814Andrew HarnikJudge Temporarily Blocks Construction Of Trump's New White House BallroomA federal appeals court allowed construction on President Donald Trump's White House ballroom to continue through early June.Mandel NganUS-POLITICS-TRUMPA federal appeals court allowed construction on President Donald Trump's White House ballroom to continue through early June.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:59:52 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 21:59:52 GMTMarlene LenthangSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:20:06 GMTActor Dylan Sprouse tackled an intruder who broke into his Los Angeles home, according to police2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/dylan-sprouse-tackles-trespasser-los-angeles-home-rcna340811https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/dylan-sprouse-tackles-trespasser-los-angeles-home-rcna340811Monica SchipperDylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin stand for photos in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop.Dylan Sprouse and his wife, Barbara Palvin, at the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards 2025 in West Hollywood, Calif. April 8, 2025. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:20:06 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:20:06 GMTThe Associated PressSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:18:28 GMTA life jacket worn by a passenger on RMS Titanic as she escaped the sinking steamship on a lifeboat sold at auction on Saturday for 670,00 pounds ($906,000).2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/life-jacket-titanic-auctioned-rcna340813https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/life-jacket-titanic-auctioned-rcna340813AP; Henry Adridge & SonA life jacket worn aboard the Titanic.A life jacket worn aboard the Titanic.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:18:28 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:18:28 GMTLaura StricklerSat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMTImmigration and Customs Enforcement released delayed reports Friday detailing the deaths of four detainees earlier this year after the agency failed to meet a 90-day deadline required by Congress2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-report-deaths-detainees-rcna340802https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-report-deaths-detainees-rcna340802Mostafa BassimA Federal Agent arrest a man.Federal agents arrest a man after stopping and questioning him in the street during an Immigration Enforcement Operation in Minneapolis on Jan. 14.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:33 GMT