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Politics continues to dominate the American headlines this morning, 24 April 2025, as Donald Trump signals the tariff war is slowing down, which has settled the markets a bit, along with Trump’s statement that he has no plans to fire the Federal Reserve boss, Jerome Powell.

Trump’s comments on Ukraine, and his new US-led deal, which would require Ukraine to hand over Crimea to Russia, are making national and international headlines. Trump has said he will walk away from Ukraine if a deal isn’t reached soon.

Richard Lassiter, who suffers from a severe peanut allergy, can now consume up to four peanuts daily due to a groundbreaking trial involving gradual desensitisation.

Economists say Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to raise taxes in the October Budget.

Pepper spray will be implemented in young offender institutions as a last resort to control violence, with specific use limitations and a review after 12 months.

The chancellor is back on the front pages this morning ahead of a meeting with her American counterpart. Rachel Reeves is in the United States in hopes of securing a trade deal but has warned she will not rush it.

Beth Rigby, Sky News political editor, is running the London Marathon in memory of her late friend Laura, who passed away from ovarian cancer, using the event to honour and celebrate her life.

Donald Trump has told the Ukrainian president Crimea is lost, telling him to concede the region as part of the new US-proposed deal or expect the United States to walk away. Trump’s recent wild comments are leading many of the UK newspaper front pages, as the US President claims Zelensky is jeopardising a peace deal with Russia.

India has closed its main border crossing with Pakistan, suspended the Indus Water Treaty, and downgraded diplomatic relations following a deadly militant attack in Kashmir that killed 26 individuals, primarily Indian tourists.

Ukraine’s military operations would benefit greatly from improved air power, with a focus on obtaining more aircraft and trained pilots to gain local air superiority.

Ukraine is back in Britain’s headlines after US President Donald Trump insisted that Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, is jeopardising a peace deal with Russia. The US has repeatedly threatened to walk away if Ukraine doesn’t sign the latest peace deal – which would include handing over Crimea.

This comes as Russian missile and drone attacks battered the Ukrainian capital overnight, killing at least nine people and injuring a further 63.

The rising trend of teenage knife crime is linked to deep-rooted issues such as poverty, austerity, and a lack of opportunities, contributing to a 240% increase in teenage victims in the last decade.

Chaima Issa, a prominent Tunisian writer and human rights activist, was sentenced to 18 years in prison as part of a mass trial targeting opposition figures critical of President Kais Saied.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that Iran must permanently abandon its nuclear enrichment activities to engage in fruitful negotiations with the Trump administration and avert military conflict.

The passing of Pope Francis has left Catholics, particularly in Africa, mourning the loss of a humble leader known for his connection to the grassroots of the church.

Event Overview: Motnfs is organising an Earth Day event on April 22 at Rainbow Rock in AlUla, focusing on the 2025 theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” which underscores the importance of renewable energy in fostering a sustainable future.

Local elections on 1 May will see 23 councils, primarily Conservative-controlled, up for grabs, amid expectations of significant losses for the Tories.

First Physical Evidence: Bite marks on a 3rd-century AD Roman skeleton in York provide the first direct evidence that gladiators fought animals, specifically large cats like lions.

Donald Trump asserts that a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine is “very close,” urging President Zelenskyy to finalise the agreement.

The White House is facing increasing pressure for a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, with Donald Trump claiming he is “very close” to a deal.

New findings from Haaretz reveal Israeli soldiers fired at aid workers from “point-blank” range, contradicting IDF claims of no close-range shooting.

Everyone knows New York is the bagel capital of the world, but there’s way more going on in the NYC breakfast scene than lox and schmear. From reinvented classics to cultural fusions, any trip to New York City must include exploring the city’s food scene.

Earth Day Event in AlUla: The community platform Motnfs is hosting an Earth Day event on April 22 at the prominent Rainbow Rock in AlUla, focusing on the 2025 theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” which emphasises renewable energy sources like solar and wind for a healthier environment.

New analysis of a 17th-century letter fragment suggests that William Shakespeare’s marriage to Anne Hathaway may have been more positive than previously believed.

Donald Trump’s ongoing spat with the Federal Reserve boss caused the markets to panic this week, with a massive sell off and drop in the dollar. Things have settled once again, but the IMF has slashed the global growth forecast – with the US given the biggest downgrade among advanced economies.

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, leading to mass evacuations but no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries.