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- AMERICA GETS ITS FIRST POPE AS CARDINAL ROBERT PREVOST BECOMES POPE LEO XIV: Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago-born missionary who served in Peru, has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, making him the first American to lead the Catholic Church. Prevost, 69, previously headed the Vatican’s office overseeing bishop appointments. His election is seen as a nod to Pope Francis’s legacy, emphasizing social justice and outreach to marginalized communities. Choosing the name Leo XIV suggests a focus on continuing reforms within the Church.
- TRUMP STRIKES NEW TRADE DEAL WITH U.K. AMID MARKET CONCERNS OVER TARIFFS: President Trump and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer have unveiled a preliminary trade agreement aimed at easing recent tariff tensions. The deal includes reduced U.S. tariffs on British steel, aluminum, and cars, while the U.K. will lower tariffs on American beef, ethanol, and machinery. Despite these measures, a 10% tariff remains on most U.K. goods. Analysts view the agreement as symbolically significant but economically modest.
- TRUMP ADMINISTRATION INVOKES STATE SECRETS IN CONTROVERSIAL IMMIGRATION CASE: The Trump administration has invoked the “state secrets privilege” in the case of Kilmar Ábrego García, a Maryland resident mistakenly deported to El Salvador. This legal move aims to prevent disclosure of sensitive information regarding the deportation process. Critics argue that this hinders transparency and accountability in immigration enforcement.
- LAWYERS SAY MAN EXECUTED BY FIRING SQUAD LIVED FOR A MINUTE AFTER SHOTS MISSED: An autopsy report reveals that Mikal Mahdi, executed by firing squad in South Carolina, remained conscious for up to a minute after the executioners missed his heart. Only two of the three bullets struck him, leading to a prolonged and painful death. The incident has sparked renewed debates over the ethics and methods of capital punishment.
- KARI LAKE ANNOUNCES MEDIA ALLIANCE BETWEEN OAN AND VOICE OF AMERICA: Kari Lake, senior advisor to the U.S. Agency for Global Media, has announced that One America News Network (OAN) will provide news content to Voice of America (VOA). The partnership aims to incorporate OAN’s perspective into VOA’s programming. Critics express concern over potential biases, given OAN’s far-right leanings.
- HOUSE APPROVES MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE’S BILL RENAMING GULF OF MEXICO AS “GULF OF AMERICA”: The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” Introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the measure passed largely along party lines, with Republicans in favor and Democrats opposed. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate.
- BIDEN SAYS HE TAKES BLAME FOR TRUMP’S WIN AND DENIES COGNITIVE ISSUES ON ‘THE VIEW’: In a recent appearance on ‘The View,’ former President Joe Biden acknowledged partial responsibility for the Democratic Party’s loss in the 2024 election. He cited messaging issues and Republican obstruction as contributing factors. Biden also dismissed concerns about his cognitive health, asserting his capability during his presidency.
- MOTHER’S DAY SPENDING DROPS 14 PERCENT AS TARIFFS FORCE FAMILIES TO CUT BACK: Americans are expected to spend 14% less on Mother’s Day this year compared to previous years. The decline is attributed to inflation and tariffs, particularly on imported goods like flowers and chocolates. Many consumers report feeling financial pressure, leading to more modest celebrations.
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