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Strait of Hormuz Blockade, Pope Leo Has 'No Fear,' Britney Spears in Rehab and more
CNN 5 Things
Apr 13, 2026

Oil prices are spiking after the US military blocked ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. Pope Leo is pushing back after President Donald Trump insulted him. Thousands of Hungarians are celebrating after Viktor Orbán lost his bid for reelection as prime minister. A Senate bill meant to improve housing affordability could end up doing the opposite. Plus, Britney Spears has checked into a rehab facility following a DUI arrest last month.