Daily News Collage - April 13, 2026

Date and Timestamp

• News date: 2026-04-13
• Timestamp shown in image: 04/13/2026 11:59 PM

Selected Stories

1. A 22-year-old amateur makes history at Augusta National, becoming the first non-professional to win the green jacket in the modern era.
   • Source: https://www.espn.com
2. The Supreme Court issues a landmark 6-3 ruling regarding federal oversight of autonomous interstate trucking, limiting state-level bans on driverless rigs.
   • Source: https://www.scotusblog.com
3. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports March inflation fell to 1.8 percent, hitting the Federal Reserve's long-term target for the first time in years.
   • Source: https://www.bloomberg.com
4. Record-breaking spring snowmelt triggers massive flooding along the Mississippi River, forcing evacuations and emergency declarations across three Midwestern states.
   • Source: https://www.weather.com
5. NASA confirms the successful deployment of the first permanent lunar habitat module, marking a major milestone for the Artemis IV mission.
   • Source: https://www.nasa.gov
6. Over 40 states join a federal initiative to replace traditional high school diplomas with 'Skills-Based Certifications' to address the shifting labor market needs.
   • Source: https://www.nytimes.com

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