Global & Political News
- NATO Chief Visits Ukraine Amid Russian Attack
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a surprise visit to Odesa, Ukraine, condemning a deadly Russian missile strike on Sumy that killed at least 34 people. - U.S. Freezes Billions in Grants to Harvard
The Trump administration froze $2.2 billion in grants and $60 million in contracts to Harvard University after it refused to comply with federal demands. - China Halts Rare Earth Exports Amid Trade Tensions
China has cut off exports of rare earth minerals used in critical technology, escalating the global trade war. - U.S. Imposes New Tariffs on Imports
President Donald Trump announced a universal 10% tariff on most imports into the U.S., a 20% tariff on goods from the European Union, and a 34% tariff on all imports from China. - Judge Presses U.S. on Wrongful Deportation Case
A judge is pressing the Trump administration for answers on why it hasn’t tried to bring back a man wrongfully deported to El Salvador.
U.S. Domestic News
- School Shooting in Dallas Leaves 4 Students Hospitalized
A shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas resulted in four students being hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the incident. - IRS Website Faces Errors on Tax Day
With the tax deadline looming, the IRS website is riddled with errors, causing confusion among taxpayers. - Damian Lillard to Miss Start of NBA Playoffs
Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard will miss the start of the NBA playoffs due to a blood clot. - Obama Praises Harvard for Resisting Trump’s Demands
Former President Barack Obama publicly praised Harvard University for standing firm against the Trump administration’s demands, even at the cost of forfeiting substantial federal funding. - Baltimore Bridge Collapse Under Investigation
The FBI is investigating the collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore, which occurred earlier this week.
Technology & Science
- Samsung Halts Android 15 Update Due to Issues
Samsung has halted the rollout of its Android 15 update after users reported significant issues. - HHS Systems Reported to Be in Danger of Collapsing
Workers at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services report that the agency’s systems are at risk of collapsing due to internal issues.
Global Affairs
- China Limits Hollywood Films Amid Trade Tensions
In response to escalating trade tensions, China has imposed limits on the number of Hollywood films allowed for release in the country. - Philippines Vetoes Citizenship Bid of POGO-Linked Chinese
The Philippine president vetoed a citizenship bid from a Chinese national linked to the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) industry. - UN to Cut Humanitarian Operations Office Staff by 20%
The United Nations announced plans to reduce staff in its humanitarian operations office by 20% due to budget constraints.
Sports & Entertainment
- Dodgers vs. Rockies Game Scheduled for April 15
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face the Colorado Rockies in a Major League Baseball game tonight. - Tax Day Food Deals in Florida
Several restaurants in Florida are offering food deals on Tax Day, including discounts and free items to alleviate stress.
Miscellaneous
- April 15 Marks 4th Day of Passover
April 15, 2025, is the fourth day of Passover, a Jewish observance celebrated in countries like the U.S., Israel, and the UK. - World Art Day Celebrated Globally
April 15 is recognized as World Art Day, with events and exhibitions held worldwide to celebrate the arts. - Jackie Robinson Day Observed in the U.S.
April 15 is Jackie Robinson Day in the United States, commemorating the day Robinson broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947.