Cardinals meet to select a new pope and other major news stories

Good morning, welcome to the newsletter. Here’s what’s on the agenda today… Top 3 1. Cardinals meet for Conclave to select a new Pope 2. Important ID info: 5 things to know before flying 3. Rising tensions between two nuclear superpowers Key Highlights “The perfect place” – A former FBI agent suggests Trump should find […]
Cardinals meet in St. Peter’s Basilica for last Mass prior to the conclave to elect a new pope.

The Cardinals gathered at St. Peter’s Cathedral on Wednesday to prepare for a Conclave aimed at selecting a successor to Pope Francis, who passed away last month. A Mass was held prior to this private selection process for the new leader of the Catholic Church. Giovanni Batista Le, the dean of the Cardinals University, expressed […]
Live updates: Catholic cardinals worldwide meet to choose a new pope

Morning Opening: Extra Omnes Today marks a significant day as 133 Catholic Cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel for the first time to determine the 267th successor of Saint Peter, a decision prompted by the passing of Pope Francis last month. Conclave, one of the most captivating election processes globally, continuously draws attention from around […]
Trump to Meet Carney for the First Time Since His Election Victory in Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada on Tuesday. This will be their first discussion following Canada’s recent election results. There’s a lot on their agenda. The 60-year-old leader, known for his liberal stance and commitment to “never defeat” Canada during the election campaign, is […]
Trump to meet with American ballerina released from Russian prison

President Donald Trump is set to host former Russian ballerina Ksenia Karelina at the White House on Monday, just a month after her release from a Russian prison, as reported by Fox News Digital. Karelina, who had been sentenced to 12 years in prison in 2024, returned to the U.S. on April 10 as part […]
UK offshore tax havens fail to meet transparency deadline

The offshore territories of the UK have failed to meet the deadline for publishing plans aimed at enhancing corporate transparency. This comes on the heels of criticism aimed at the British Virgin Islands (BVI) for introducing a cartoon character intended to combat financial crime, all while new laws remain unpassed. Last year, regions such as […]
Trump criticizes leading Democrats on the latest ‘Meet the Press’

Former President Donald Trump had an amusing moment on Sunday as he weighed in on the leadership of the Democratic Party, similar to former President Joe Biden. During an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” when host Kristen Welker asked him about possible successors to lead the MAGA movement after his potential second term, Trump […]
President Trump’s Alaska pipeline has the potential to meet America’s energy requirements and shape his legacy.

Earlier this year, when President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress, he emphasized that the Alaska LNG project was a top priority. This move indicated a renewed American commitment to harness its energy potential aggressively. If his administration maintains its current pace, the Alaska LNG Pipeline could emerge as a significant success story […]
Trump criticizes ‘dishonest’ Meet the Press interview about tariffs.

Trump’s Interview Highlights Economic Policies During an interview on Sunday with Kristen Welker, President Donald Trump expressed his views on tariffs and economic conditions, labeling the interview as “fraudulent” while asserting that grocery and energy prices are declining. He mentioned, “Grocery prices are falling. Oil prices are falling. Energy prices are falling along with gasoline.” […]
The unseen challenges of REAL ID for airline passengers as states rush to meet the deadline

With the actual ID deadline looming next week, preparedness seems to vary across states and individuals. Many Americans have shared their experiences while trying to obtain their actual ID, and some are even opting not to pursue new forms of identification. The actual ID requirement kicks in on May 7, meaning that those who want […]