Moises Sandoval Mendoza faces execution in Texas. He was convicted for the 2004 murder of Rachelle O'Neil Tolleson. Tolleson was strangled and stabbed. Mendoza's lawyers sought a Supreme Court stay. They argued ineffective counsel during appeals. The Texas Attorney General's Office opposed the stay. They cited Mendoza's history of violence. Mendoza confessed to the crime.

International students in the US are facing visa revocations and status terminations, leading to legal challenges and uncertainty. Anjan Roy, a student from Bangladesh, experienced this firsthand, facing potential deportation before a court ruling restored his status temporarily. The crackdown has affected over a thousand students, raising concerns about their academic careers and future in the US.

Donald Trump hinted at reducing the 145% tariffs on Chinese imports, acknowledging their unsustainability while insisting on a trade deal. This shift follows financial market turmoil, Chinese retaliation, and domestic pressures from businesses and consumers. Treasury Secretary Bessent's warnings and internal political tensions also influenced Trump's softened stance, though he maintained tariffs wouldn't return to zero.

Shigeru Ishiba, the Prime Minister of Japan, plans to visit Vietnam and the Philippines next week. This trip aims to strengthen regional ties after tariff actions. China's President Xi Jinping also toured Southeast Asia recently. Japan views Southeast Asia as strategically important. Ishiba's visit will focus on economic, defense, and people-to-people cooperation.

China is set to launch the Shenzhou 20 mission to its space station, with astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie embarking on a six-month stay. They will replace the current crew and conduct experiments, perform extravehicular activities, and improve the station. Chen Dong, a veteran astronaut, will lead the mission, while his crewmates will experience their first spaceflight.

US President Trump indicated that the high tariffs on Chinese imports, currently at 145%, will be reduced substantially, emphasising that the previous zero-tariff situation was detrimental to the US. Treasury Secretary Bessent acknowledged the unsustainability of the current trade standoff, while the White House claims many countries are interested in new trade arrangements.

Donald Trump has initiated a federal task force to investigate alleged anti-Christian bias in government workplaces, as announced by Attorney General Pam Bondi. Federal employees are now instructed to report colleagues for perceived hostility toward Christian beliefs. This move follows Trump's increased religious rhetoric, including establishing a White House Faith Office, despite Christians being the majority in the United States.

Amidst market anxieties fueled by speculation, US President Trump has affirmed that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will not be removed, despite ongoing disagreements over interest rate policy. Trump has publicly criticised Powell's reluctance to lower rates, citing concerns about potential economic slowdowns. The Federal Reserve, however, remains steadfast in its stance, prioritising inflation control.

A rapidly spreading wildfire in Barnegat Township, New Jersey, has forced mandatory evacuations as it consumes 1,200 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reports the fire is uncontained, threatening sixteen structures. The Garden State Parkway is closed near Exit 69, and firefighting crews are battling the blaze with aerial support. The cause is currently under investigation.

A portrait of Donald Trump, commissioned by the Kremlin and gifted by Vladimir Putin, depicts the former president's resilience after a failed assassination attempt. Artist Nikas Safronov aimed to capture Trump's bravery, highlighting his connection with America. Putin believed the portrait would improve relations between Russia and the United States.

The Trump administration, under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is initiating a significant overhaul of the State Department, aiming to streamline operations and prioritize "America First." The reorganization involves consolidating bureaus, reducing domestic staff by 15%, and establishing a new office to oversee foreign assistance and humanitarian affairs.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a comprehensive reorganization of the State Department, deeming it "bloated" and ineffective. He criticized its bureaucracy for prioritizing radical ideology over American interests. The restructuring aims to consolidate regional functions, eliminate redundancies, and end programs misaligned with national interests, aligning the department with President Trump's "America First" policy.

Karmelo Anthony, charged with the murder of Austin Metcalf, has been moved to a secure location due to escalating death threats and harassment following his release on bond. The Anthony family reported alarming incidents, including loitering, threatening mail, and false deliveries. A rally demanding Anthony's re-incarceration, fueled by racial tensions, further prompted the relocation for his safety.

Margo Martin, a White House aide, shared a photo with Donald Trump from the Oval Office, praising him as the "world's greatest boss." The picture gained attention due to a map showing "Gulf of America," reminiscent of Trump's past executive order.

If the first leak was a lapse, the second looks like a pattern. And patterns — especially those that risk lives — are rarely tolerated long in Washington, even in a Trump-led administration where loyalty often trumps protocol.

But here’s the thing: timing is not causality. The idea that papal deaths somehow signal or foreshadow world wars is compelling as a narrative—especially in a social media age where historical trivia morphs easily into eschatological prophecy. But it falls into a classic logical trap: post hoc ergo propter hoc—after this, therefore because of this.

Mauritius faces political unrest with a financial scandal involving a former minister. Ex-finance minister Renganaden Padayachy is accused of defrauding the Mauritius Investment Corporation. Harvesh Seegolam, ex-central bank head, is also under investigation. The Militant Socialist Movement claims political vendetta. Two dynasties have dominated Mauritian politics. President Emmanuel Macron's visit adds to the tension. Accusations could impact Mauritius's economy.

A tragic accident occurred near Abidjan, Ivory Coast, as a boat capsized on a lagoon during a Methodist church outing for Easter, resulting in the death of twelve children and teenagers. The incident took place on the return journey when the canoe's engine failed, leading to the vessel overturning. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, suspecting the boat may have been overloaded.

On Easter Sunday, one of the holiest days in the Christian calendar, Vance posted a heartfelt message mourning the passing of Pope Francis, calling him a “beloved shepherd.” Just a day later, he was seen with his family at the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, where their children—Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel—were dressed in traditional Indian clothing: kurta-pyjamas for the boys and a colourful Anarkali for their sister. The family also visited a handicrafts emporium and is set to travel across Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra as part of the vice president’s four-day India itinerary.

Kseniia Petrova, a Harvard scientist crucial to cancer diagnostic advancements, has been detained for two months, raising concerns about stalled research. Accused of failing to declare frog embryo samples, she faces deportation to Russia, where she fears imprisonment for protesting the war in Ukraine.