Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The UK has agreed to a lifelong smoking ban for those born after 2008, according to BBC News.
Politics
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair Amid Pressure
US President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, according to Truth Social. Warsh, a former Fed governor and Hoover Institution fellow, faces the challenge of balancing Trump’s pressure for rate cuts with the central bank's independence.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline to open Hormuz Strait
U.S. President Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that 'all Hell will reign down' if it fails to do so. The statement comes amid escalating tensions and a broader conflict that has already caused significant global economic disruption.
Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
Virginia voters approved a redistricting plan that gives Democrats an electoral advantage ahead of the 2026 midterms, according to NBC News.
Trump to Read Bible in ‘America Reads the Bible’ Event
President Donald Trump will read from 2 Chronicles 7:11–22 on Tuesday, April 21, as part of the 'America Reads the Bible' initiative, a weeklong event coinciding with the United States' 250th anniversary.
Role of US Officials Killed in Crash Under Scrutiny
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered an investigation into the role of two US officials killed in a crash in Chihuahua, according to BBC.
Mass Trial of 486 Alleged MS-13 Members Begins in El Salvador
A mass trial involving 486 alleged members of the MS-13 gang has begun in El Salvador, according to the country's attorney general's office.
Trump, Pope Leo, and Attila: A Clash of Power and Faith
Donald Trump has criticized Pope Leo for his calls for peace, while historical parallels between the pontiff and Attila the Hun emerge in modern geopolitics.
Elon Musk Snubs Interview Amid X Probe, French Prosecutors Seek Clarification
Elon Musk has refused to comply with an interview request from French prosecutors investigating the X platform, according to a recent report. The move has raised questions about the ongoing legal scrutiny of the social media giant.
Cuba Seeks End to Trump’s Energy Blockade Amid Talks with US Officials
Cuba has confirmed talks with U.S. officials in Havana, with Cuban officials emphasizing the need to end the Trump administration's energy blockade, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump’s Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Turmoil
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from the Trump administration to take a private sector position, according to White House communications director Steven Cheung, marking a significant departure in the administration’s leadership.
Algeria Ex-Minister of Industry Jailed in $7,500 Corruption Case
Algeria’s former minister of industry, Mohamed Aoun, was jailed in a high-profile corruption case involving the mismanagement of ferrous and non-ferrous metal waste, according to Al Jazeera.
Lori Chavez Resigns Amid Investigations, 3rd Cabinet Exit
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from the Trump administration amid an ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct, marking the third Cabinet member to leave in under a month.
Zoologist Desmond Morris Dies at 98, Legacy Lives On
Zoologist, author, and presenter Desmond Morris has died at the age of 98, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking work in natural history and surreal art, according to The Guardian.
Canada PM Warns Against Trump’s Policies Amid Global Shifts
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a powerful speech at the Davos summit, warning against the risks of Trump's policies and emphasizing the need for global cooperation.