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Michael VoepelApr 9, 2026, 06:10 PM ETCloseMichael Voepel is a senior writer who covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball and other college sports. Voepel began covering women’s basketball in 1984, and has been with ESPN since 1996.Multiple AuthorsNotre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo, who was the Naismith and WBCA Defensive Player of the Year this season in women’s basketball, will return to the Fighting Irish for her senior season.Hidalgo posted a photo of herself on social media Thursday wearing her Notre Dame uniform with the message, “Run It Back.” Sources confirmed to ESPN that Hidalgo doesn’t intend to transfer and will…

Trump pressures Iran amid Strait of Hormuz tensions, calls for ‘real agreement’ President Trump pressures Iran as traffic slows in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that a ‘REAL AGREEMENT’ is needed. VP Vance, Witkoff, and Jared Kushner are set to hold peace talks with Iran in Pakistan this Saturday, April 11, 2026. The administration explores potential punishment for NATO allies that did not support the Iran war effort, amid concerns about a fragile Mideast ceasefire and ongoing regional instability. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Israeli authorities arrested a 22-year-old Haifa resident for his involvement in an Iranian-backed…

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines unveiled a major coast guard base Thursday on an island in the South China Sea to serve as a “steadfast sentinel of our sovereignty” in a disputed region closely guarded by China’s forces.Chinese officials did not immediately react to the Philippines’ opening of its coast guard district command on Thitu Island, which has been occupied by Filipino forces and civilians for decades but is also claimed by Beijing.Chinese coast guard and other government-linked ships frequently patrol outlying waters off the island, which is also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan. Chinese and Filipino forces have had…

With the 2025-26 college basketball season in the books, the focus shifts to the offseason. For players, they have some decisions to make in terms of staying at their program, transferring or entering the NBA draft.As the draft is just about two months away, the latest rankings for prospects are rolling out. On ESPN, Jeremy Woo has released his big board for the upcoming draft, which features three Tar Heels.AdvertisementCaleb Wilson leads the way at No. 4 overall behind only AJ Dybantsa, Daryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer. This has been the consensus for most of the season. But the notable…

JERUSALEM — While insisting that Israel’s attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon would continue, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that he had authorized direct talks with Lebanon focused on disarming Hezbollah and “the formalization of peaceful relations” between Israel and Lebanon.

The. U.S. women’s national team faces its toughest test in the build-up to World Cup qualifiers in November when the program kicks off a three-game series against longtime rivals Japan on Saturday. The April series will serve as a measuring stick following the 2026 SheBelieves Cup win, which the group celebrated in March. Head coach Emma Hayes named a 26-player roster for the upcoming slate of games, which includes the return of 2024 Olympic gold medalists Sophia Wilson and Tierna Davidson.The USWNT have faced Japan 42 times since the two sides first met in July 1986, and the United States…

A protester carries a sign that equates foreign aid with soft power during a rally near the U.S. Capitol to protest the dismantling of USAID, the international agency charged with dispensing humanitarian aid around the world on behalf of the United States. Ben de la Cruz/NPR hide caption toggle caption Ben de la Cruz/NPR “Soft power” is a hot topic in Washington, D.C. these days. The question: Has Donald Trump ‘s gutting of foreign aid meant a diminishment of soft power. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) accused the administration of “recklessly gutting American soft power and providing a huge strategic opening…

The 90th edition of the Masters Tournament began on Thursday, kicking off the first golf major of the year.Editor’s Picks1 RelatedIt is one of the most iconic events in sports, and there was, as always, no shortage of iconic scenery at Augusta National as the tournament began. From the course to the concessions, all the classic staples were there to accompany the on-course play.Here are all the top sights and sounds from the first round of the Masters.Rory’s out to defend his titlePatience pays off for the reigning champion after a layup on No. 13. #themasters pic.twitter.com/yhkFAAzyfV— The Masters (@TheMasters)…

Iran ceasefire in jeopardy: Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate The fragile Iran ceasefire is threatened by escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping lane. President Donald Trump warns of potential military action until a “REAL AGREEMENT” is reached. Vice President Vance and other experts discuss Iran’s demands for tolls, strategic islands, and growing cyber threats to US infrastructure. Global oil prices and shipping traffic are closely monitored amidst the uncertainty. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The United Nations’ shipping agency warned Thursday that imposing a toll on ships passing through the Strait of…

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina’s Congress on Thursday approved a controversial bill promoted by libertarian President Javier Milei that eases glacier protections to facilitate investments in mining for metals — a move environmental groups vow to challenge in courts.The legislation — which was already approved by the Senate in February — was passed in the early morning with 137 votes in favor, 111 against and three abstentions.According to mining sector estimates, the new regulatory framework could unlock over $30 billion in investments over the next decade. Approximately 70% of those funds are slated for new copper, gold and silver projects.Milei…