Fears of a global recession swept Wall Street as frantic selloffs slammed U.S. equities, bonds, and the dollar once again. Markets plummeted on Friday to return to the red, with gold surging to a new record and the dollar extending losses after falling off a cliff to mark the biggest plunge in three years.

Tariff turmoil sparks gold's climb to a new record

Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Gaza, flattening homes and injuring civilians in areas like Shejaia. The death toll has surged to 1,500 in just three weeks since the bombardment resumed in March. Meanwhile, 10 Palestinian detainees have been released and transported to a Gaza hospital by the Red Cross, amid growing international concern.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel kills 1,500 Palestinians in 3 weeks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for intensified international pressure on Russia after deadly drone strikes hit multiple regions, including Kharkiv, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Mykolaiv. At least one person was killed in the Zhytomyr region.

Russia-Ukraine war: At least one killed in Russian drone attack in Zhytomyr region

The US deficit has surged to $1.3 trillion in just six months — the second-largest gap on record — raising urgent concerns about a looming debt ceiling crisis. A fiscal watchdog has issued fresh warnings, as Republicans narrowly pass a $4.5 trillion tax cut plan. Treasury officials caution that default risks could spike by June.

US deficit hits $1. 3 trillion as debt ceiling crisis looms large

The U.S. has reportedly fast-tracked production of its secret new nuclear weapon, the B61-13. The gravity bomb in question is reportedly 24 times more powerful than the one dropped on Hiroshima and comes amid rising tensions between U.S. and China, Russia and Iran.

US creating gravity bomb, 24 times powerful than Hiroshima

Michelle Obama has firmly denied rumors of a split with former President Barack Obama after noticeable absences from recent public events, including Jimmy Carter’s funeral and Trump’s inauguration. Speaking out, she said she "chose to do what’s best" for herself, pushing back against divorce speculation and emphasizing personal priorities.

Michelle Obama dismisses divorce rumors after skipping major public events

A day after his meeting with King Charles III, Pope Francis made an unscheduled visit to St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. The Pope was seen greeting pilgrims and workers during the quiet morning walk, drawing surprise and admiration from visitors. A video of the visit has since gone viral.

Pope Francis makes surprise visit to St. Peter’s Basilica after royal meeting

Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, has been remanded to 18-day custody of the NIA upon his arrival in New Delhi. The agency has released his first photo and will question him to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy behind the deadly terror attack. Rana was produced before a special NIA judge.

Tahawwur Rana sent to 18-day NIA custody over Mumbai attack conspiracy

Six jailed opposition leaders in Tunisia have begun a hunger strike in protest against what they call President Kais Saied’s authoritarian crackdown. Saied, who dissolved parliament in 2021 and expanded control over the judiciary in 2023, defends the detentions as necessary. The opposition accuses him of muzzling dissent and undermining democratic freedoms.

Tunisian opposition leaders launch hunger strike amid Saied crackdown on dissent

Israel is set to dismiss several Air Force pilots who signed a petition criticizing the Gaza war and calling for a ceasefire tied to a hostage deal. The move has sparked internal dissent, with Prime Minister Netanyahu backing the crackdown on reservists. Tensions grow within Israel’s defense ranks as public pressure mounts over the Gaza campaign.

Israel moves to fire air force pilots over anti-war petition on Gaza conflict

Gaza death toll hits 1,500 as Israeli airstrikes flatten homes and injure civilians

Facing an intensifying Russian offensive, Ukraine is deploying untrained and young recruits directly to the frontlines. In a desperate bid to hold ground, Kyiv is rushing underprepared forces into battle, raising global concern. Ukraine’s army chief warns that Russia could mobilize up to 20 million troops, adding to the growing pressure on Ukrainian defenses.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine sends untrained young troops to frontlines amid Russian escalation

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