Pete Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary After Tie-Breaker Vote | The Express Tribune

Supreme Court to Hear Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Challenge in May | The Express Tribune

US Supreme Court announced it will hear arguments on May 15, 2025, in a major constitutional case challenging Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship in the United States.

California becomes first state to Sue Trump Over Tariffs, Cites Economic Harm | The Express Tribune

California has launched a historic legal challenge against US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on foreign imports, becoming the first state to sue over the administration’s trade policy.

Diddy Pleads Not Guilty to Racketeering and Sex Trafficking Charges | The Express Tribune

Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleaded not guilty on April 14 to an expanded federal indictment that now includes five criminal charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking.

Harvard Rejects Trump Demands Over Funding cuts, Vows Independence | The Express Tribune

Harvard University has rejected sweeping demands from the Trump administration in exchange for $9 billion in federal funding, stating it will not surrender its independence or constitutional rights.

Zuckerberg Testifies in Antitrust Trial Over Instagram, WhatsApp Acquisitions | The Express Tribune

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand on April 14 in a major U.S. antitrust trial over claims the company bought Instagram and WhatsApp to crush competition.

Xi Jinping Meets Vietnam PM To Deepen China-Vietnam Strategic Ties | The Express Tribune

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Communist Party chief To Lam in Hanoi during a two-day state visit.

Daniel Noboa Wins Ecuador Election, Vows to Expand Gang Crackdown

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa has officially won re-election, defeating left-wing rival Luisa González in a decisive run-off vote with over 56% support.

Suspect Arrested After Arson Attack on Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion

A 38-year-old man has been arrested following a targeted arson attack at the official residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in Harrisburg.

World Leaders Condemn Russia’s Palm Sunday Missile Strike on Sumy

European leaders reacted with outrage after Russia launched a deadly missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy during Palm Sunday

Trump Calls Russia’s Deadly Ukraine Strike on Sumy a ‘Mistake’, Blames Biden

U.S. President Donald Trump referred to Russia’s deadly missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy as a “mistake,” during comments made aboard Air Force One.

China Raises Tariffs to 125% as US Trade War Escalates | The Express Tribune

The trade war between the United States and China has intensified dramatically, with China announcing a tariff increase on US goods from 84% to 125%, effective Saturday.

Trump Uses 1798 Law to Deport Migrants to El Salvador | The Express Tribune

U.S. SC has allowed the Trump administration to continue using the centuries-old Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants suspected of gang affiliations to El Salvador’s notorious mega-prison, CECOT.

French President Macron Slams Trump Tariffs & Calls Gaza Aid a Priority | The Express Tribune

French President Emmanuel Macron slammed Trump's tariff policies during a visit to Egypt, calling them chaotic and warning of retaliation.

“Boys Will Be Boys”: White House Responds To “Moron” Spat Between Musk and Navarro Over Tariffs

Elon Musk and Trump adviser Peter Navarro are trading blows over tariffs, with Musk calling him a "moron" and the White House brushing it off as "boys will be boys."

China Wants A Deal But Doesn't Know How To Get There: White House | Tariff | The Express Tribune

Trump says China must make a deal on tariffs—but with a 104% U.S. tariff kicking in, things are heating up fast

Saturday Talks With Iran Will Be Direct: White House | The Express Tribune

US is headed for direct talks with Iran this Saturday in Oman—despite Tehran’s claims to the contrary.

Scientists Resurrect the Extinct Dire Wolf with Gene Editing | The Express Tribune

Scientists have resurrected the extinct dire wolf, a prehistoric species that vanished 12,500 years ago.

Trump Predicts Gaza Peace Soon, Netanyahu Talks Hostage Deal | The Express Tribune

President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House as the Gaza conflict rages on.

Canada Warns US Relations Will Change Forever After Tariffs | The Express Tribune

During the NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs meeting, Canada's Foreign Minister responded to U.S. tariffs and Donald Trump's bold "global trade reset" strategy.

Columbia Students' Visas Revoked Without Warning | Federal Crackdown Sparks Outrage

Columbia Students' Visas Revoked Without Warning | Federal Crackdown Sparks Outrage