A surprise Easter ceasefire offer from President Putin sparks skepticism and hope, as Ukraine and global leaders weigh a possible window for peace talks. Putin’s Easter Truce: A Pause in the Storm? Easter weekend, the bells of Kyiv ring out—but for many, the hope for peace is drowned by the distant thud of artillery. Russia’s…
The Israeli military admits failures led to a deadly 2025 airstrike that killed Gaza medics, sparking outrage, international criticism, and renewed calls for accountability. Israeli Military Accountability: The Bitter Taste of Admission It’s not every day you see a nation’s military step up and say, “We messed up.” Yet on April 20, 2025, the Israeli…
Everything You Need to Know in 2025 About the Latest Iran-US Nuclear Talks and Their Global Impact Get the latest insights on the 2025 Iran-US nuclear talks, how leaders are negotiating, and what’s at stake for the Middle East, energy, and global politics. The Iran-US Nuclear Talks 2025: What’s New? If you’ve been anywhere near…
Kyiv’s uneasy Easter unfolds under fragile one-day ceasefire, with war’s shadow casting doubt, hope, and reflection across Ukraine’s capital city. Kyiv Easter: Tradition Meets Turmoil Easter in Kyiv usually means bright churches, crowded bakeries, and jokes about who’s hosting the egg-cracking contest. But this year? “Uneasy” barely covers it. On Sunday, believers gathered across the…
A surprise meeting between Senator JD Vance and Pope Francis draws headlines, signaling an unexpected turn for U.S.-Vatican relations in spring 2025. JD Vance’s Vatican Visit: An Unexpected Audience It’s not every day you find an American politician sharing space with the leader of the world’s Catholics. But on a sun-soaked morning in April 2025,…
Over 2,000 Russian ceasefire violations were reported during Orthodox Easter in Ukraine, with President Zelenskyy condemning Russia’s actions and raising global 2024 concerns. Tensions Escalate: Ukraine War Ceasefire Violations When a truce is promised, especially during such a significant holiday as Orthodox Easter, you’d expect guns to go silent and families to feel a little…
China’s top diplomat in Washington urges the US and China to end their trade war, arguing that a peaceful relationship will boost the global economy and benefit both nations. US-China Trade War: Time to Call a Truce? Trade tensions have been like storm clouds hanging over the world’s two largest economies for years. But, in…
What’s open? What’s closed? Find out which restaurants, grocery stores, and retailers will be operating Easter 2025, plus tips for planning your holiday Sunday. Easter 2025 Holiday Hours: Who’s Open, Who’s Taking the Day Off? Easter Sunday 2025 — April 20th — lands right in the heart of spring, a time when families gather, brunch…
Massive protests unfold across US cities after the Supreme Court’s surprise midnight ruling on Trump, sparking debate, unrest, and a surge in national attention. After Midnight: Supreme Court Ruling Sends Shockwaves It’s not every spring that the country wakes up to car horns, chants spilling out of city centers, and a social media feed ablaze…
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy calls out Russia for breaking the Easter truce, as attacks continued despite President Putin’s public pledge for a holiday ceasefire. The Ceasefire Debate: Broken Easter Promises Picture this: Church bells echo across early morning Kyiv. Spring sunlight spills over empty streets, but the mood isn’t peaceful. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian…
