Here’s a look at what made news on April 24, 2025.

• The global economic policy has been greatly impacted by Trump’s actions since his presidency, including his confrontations with China and other countries, leading to significant fluctuations in the financial markets.
• President Trump has directly appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin via social media in response to the deadliest attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, a significant shift in his stance from his initial election promises.
• US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to bypass government security protocols and use the Signal messaging app over an unsecured internet connection in his Pentagon office has raised significant security concerns.
• Ex-NFL star Shannon Sharpe has stepped down from his ESPN analyst position following a sexual assault allegation, marking a significant turn in his career.
• Rising basketball star Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, is in a critical condition following a car accident in Los Angeles.
• Despite constitutional restrictions, Trump’s online store is selling “Trump 2028” merchandise, suggesting a potential third term, which is viewed skeptically by most observers.
• In the 2025 NFL Draft, Cam Ward is expected to be the number one pick for the Titans.
• Trump’s recent executive order is set to boost the deep-sea mining industry, a move aimed at increasing US production of critical minerals.
• Seth Rogen’s Apple TV+ show, The Studio, provides an interesting perspective on the intersection of cinema and commercial interests.
• Despite his intention to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine, Trump’s efforts have fallen short according to insiders.
• The effectiveness of protests against the Trump administration remains uncertain, but they are becoming a significant part of America’s political landscape.
• Trump’s potential political risk includes facing legal challenges for disobeying court orders, according to a GOP strategist.
• Trump’s efforts to crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have been dealt a major legal blow with three separate judges ruling against a Department of Education policy.
• California’s economy has surpassed Japan’s, making it the world’s fourth largest economy, announced by Governor Gavin Newsom.
• The Trump administration’s strategy to remove New York’s toll was criticized in an internal memo from the federal prosecutor’s office in Manhattan.
• Detailed poll trends indicate a tight race in the upcoming election.
• The papal conclave and the future of Catholicism are under examination following the death of Pope Francis.
• The tragic losses in Gaza are highlighted through personal stories of family tragedy, such as the death of Ziyad, a 44-year-old resident of Khan Younis refugee camp.