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Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 11 stories
The death of 23-year-old Shannan Gilbert remains an unsolved case within the broader Gilgo Beach serial killer investigation. Her disappearance in 2010 preceded the discovery of multiple victims along Ocean Parkway, with authorities continuing to examine evidence.
The Long Island serial killer case has drawn significant attention due to its details and crime scene characteristics. This case has contributed to broader discussions about true crime media trends.
A bird of prey in Morningside Park, reflections on the urban bustle and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.
U.S.-Iran peace negotiations in Islamabad concluded without an agreement, as announced by Washington's lead negotiator Vice President J.D. Vance on Sunday.
Here's what NASA staff and other scientists say about the basis for the amazing events of the film.
Ukrainian and Russian forces have each accused the other of thousands of violations during a short Orthodox Easter ceasefire, with Ukraine reporting 2,299 Russian violations and Russia reporting 1,971 Ukrainian violations. The truce, which Russia unilaterally announced, is set to end on Monday as Russia rejected an extension proposed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Both sides also conducted a prisoner exchange of 175 individuals each on Saturday.
An Orthodox Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine began on Saturday but was followed by air raid sirens in the Kharkiv region within 38 minutes, with multiple ceasefire violations reported along the frontline. The temporary pause, intended to last until Easter Monday, comes amid low expectations and a grim mood in war-torn areas, where residents express a desire for lasting peace rather than brief respites.
Hungarians are voting in large numbers in an election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule, with polls favoring challenger Péter Magyar's Tisza party. The election has significant implications for Hungary's relations with the European Union and NATO, as Magyar has promised to reverse Orbán's anti-EU policies and move against corruption. Voting turnout reached a record 37.98% after five hours, indicating high voter mobilization.