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"College protestors rally around the call for divestment from Israel." The campaign is expected to have minimal impact on both the companies and Israel. However, activists perceive divestment as a straightforward method to compel colleges to address the issue. Gathering near the secured gates of Columbia University in Upper Manhattan on Tuesday, approximately one hundred protestors commenced chanting: “Disclose, divest, we will not cease, we will not relent.” "‘Divest’ is a recurring demand, appearing on banners, in editorials of student newspapers, and amidst rallies spreading across campuses currently immersed in a surge of pro-Palestinian activism." The interpretation of "divest" has shown variance in scope and specificity. At Yale and Cornell, students urged the universities to cease investments in weapons manufacturers. Meanwhile, Columbia students are advocating for the liquidation of assets in funds and businesses allegedly benefiting from Israel...

"From military coups to the sale of nuclear secrets, the Supreme Court grapples with the ramifications of potentially granting immunity to Trump." Can a President order the assassination of a political rival and evade criminal prosecution? What about selling nuclear secrets to a foreign adversary or orchestrating a coup? During oral arguments at the Supreme Court on Thursday, the Justices grappled with hypothetical scenarios, contemplating the practical consequences of potentially granting former President Donald Trump immunity from criminal prosecution in special counsel Jack Smith’s election interference case against him. "This case carries significant implications for the presidency and the future of our nation," remarked Justice Brett Kavanaugh. In the case of Trump v. United States, the Supreme Court Justices expressed apprehensions about the far-reaching consequences for future Presidents, depending on their rulings in this landmark presidential power case. Th...

Ariel Henry steps down from his position as prime minister of Haiti, clearing the path for a new government to assume authority. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Ariel Henry tendered his resignation on Thursday as the prime minister of Haiti, opening the path for the formation of a new government in the Caribbean nation. Haiti has been grappling with rampant gang violence, which claimed the lives of over 2,500 individuals and left many others injured between January and March. Henry submitted his resignation through a letter signed in Los Angeles, dated April 24, which was made public by his office on Thursday. Coincidentally, this announcement coincided with the swearing-in of a council responsible for selecting a new prime minister and Cabinet for Haiti. Meanwhile, the remaining members of Henry's Cabinet have appointed Michel Patrick Boisvert, the Minister of Economy and Finance, as the interim prime minister. The timeline for the transitional council to designate its own interim pr...

 The inaugural vessel successfully navigated through the newly constructed deep-water channel, bypassing the wreckage of the Key Bridge in Baltimore. The newly opened deep-water channel in Baltimore saw its first cargo ship pass through on Thursday, bringing relief after weeks of being stuck in the harbor due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The Balsa 94, a bulk carrier sailing under a Panama flag, successfully navigated the 35-foot channel on its way to St. John, Canada. This milestone signifies a significant progress in the ongoing cleanup and recovery efforts, as salvage crews have been tirelessly working to clear the debris from the harbor entrance. The Balsa 94 is just one of the five stranded vessels expected to utilize the temporary channel, including a loaded car carrier. Additionally, other ships are scheduled to enter the port, which is known for processing a substantial amount of cars and farm equipment. Guided by two tug boats, the vessel smoothly passed...

The gag order imposed on the former president, Donald Trump, is being violated by him, as stated by New York prosecutors in the trial concerning hush money. Prosecutors alleged on Thursday that Donald Trump once again breached a gag order in his hush money trial, as the legal proceedings resumed on the same day the U.S. Supreme Court deliberated on whether he should have immunity from prosecution for actions taken during his presidency. Judge Juan M. Merchan was already contemplating whether to hold Trump in contempt and impose fines for what prosecutors claim were 10 separate violations of the order prohibiting the GOP leader from making public statements about witnesses, jurors, and others involved in the case. The prosecution then listed new instances of suspected breaches. Assistant District Attorney Christopher Conroy highlighted additional comments made by Trump regarding key prosecution witness Michael Cohen, Trump's former attorney, in conversations with reporters outside t...

 the tiktok divestmentorban bill has been approved by the us senate, with president biden expected to sign it into law. The us senate has voted overwhelmingly in favor of a bill that would prohibit tiktok in the united states if bytedance the chinese tech company that owns it does not divest the app within the next nine to twelve months.  Concerns about china potentially accessing american data or conducting surveillance through the app have prompted this decision. The bill was approved by the us house of representatives and president joe biden has indicated his intention to sign it into law. Senator marco rubio, the leading republican on the intelligence committee, emphasized the importance of this legislation, stating that allowing the chinese communist party to control such a popular app in america was a serious oversight. He believes that requiring the chinese owner to sell the app is a positive step for the country. The us senate has voted with a significant majority late...

Ukrainian and Western officials praise the US assistance package, while the Kremlin cautions against 'additional devastation'. 1. Ukrainian and Western officials expressed gratitude for the crucial aid package approved by the U.S. House of Representatives, while the Kremlin cautioned that the bill's passage could exacerbate Ukraine's situation and lead to additional casualties. Ukrainian military leaders and experts have stated that the eagerly anticipated $61 billion military assistance package, which includes $13.8 billion allocated for Ukraine to procure weapons, will assist in impeding Russia's gradual progress in the third year of the conflict. However, they believe that additional support will probably be necessary for Kyiv to retake the initiative. The House expeditiously endorsed a total of $95 billion in foreign assistance for Ukraine, Israel, and other esteemed allies of the United States during an uncommon Saturday session. This remarkable display of unit...

"22 people, mostly children, tragically lose their lives in Israeli airstrikes targeting the southern Gaza city of Rafah, coinciding with the US's advancement of an aid package." "In Rafah, Gaza Strip, Israeli airstrikes overnight claimed the lives of 22 individuals, among them 18 children, according to health authorities on Sunday. Meanwhile, the United States moved forward with plans to authorize billions of dollars in extra military assistance to Israel, its longstanding ally." Israel has been conducting frequent air strikes on Rafah, where over half of Gaza's 2.3 million residents have taken shelter from conflicts in other areas. Despite global appeals for moderation, including from the U.S., Israel has declared its intention to escalate its ground operation against the Hamas militant group in the city near the Egyptian border. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a press release that in the forthcoming days, our efforts to exert political and mil...

 Biden has signed a bill that extends a crucial US surveillance program, preventing it from lapsing due to significant divisions. President Joe Biden signed a bill on Saturday renewing a crucial U.S. surveillance law, following disagreements over whether the FBI should face limitations on utilizing the program to access Americans' data, which almost led to the law expiring. The Senate narrowly missed its midnight deadline, passing the bill with a 60-34 vote hours before with bipartisan support. This bill extends the program known as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for two years. Biden expressed his gratitude to congressional leaders for their efforts. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that the reauthorization of FISA is taking place just in time before its expiration at midnight. As the final passage voting commenced 15 minutes prior to the deadline, Schumer expressed his satisfaction, stating that they had been persistent throughout the day in...

The House of Representatives approves a $60 billion bill to provide aid to Ukraine, while Republican rebels pose a threat to remove Johnson from office The House of Representatives has given its approval for the allocation of $60 billion to Ukraine in order to enhance its defense against Russia's invasion. This matter has caused significant turmoil within Speaker Mike Johnson's already fragile majority. The aid package was approved by a vote of 311 to 112, with a greater number of Democrats supporting it compared to Republicans. Only 101 Republicans voted in favor of the bill, while 112 voted against it.  The aid package was approved with a vote of 311 to 112, showing more Democrats in favor than Republicans. Only 101 Republicans supported the bill, while 112 voted against it. During the voting process, Democrats started passing around Ukrainian flags, causing an uproar on the left side of the aisle. Rep. Marc Molinaro, who was overseeing the vote, criticized this action as a b...

The Kennedys have given their endorsement to Biden instead of their relative RFK Jr 1. Over a dozen individuals from America's renowned political family have given their endorsement to President Joe Biden instead of their family member Robert F Kennedy Jr. On Thursday, Mr. Biden was accompanied by individuals from the Kennedy family, who played a significant role in shaping the contemporary Democratic Party, during his visit to Pennsylvania. 1. The approval highlights the absence of backing for Mr. Kennedy Jr.'s solo campaign for the presidency among his relatives. After considering a potential bid for the Democratic nomination, he initiated his campaign. In Philadelphia, Kerry Kennedy introduced Mr. Biden, the younger sister of Mr. Kennedy Jr.  Ms. Kennedy, in her statement, refrained from explicitly referring to her brother. However, she did acknowledge that there were only two contenders who had a realistic shot at securing the presidency. She drew a parallel between Mr. Bid...