On April 18, 2025, U.S. airstrikes targeted Yemen's Ras Isa oil port, resulting in at least 38 deaths and 102 injuries, according to Houthi-affiliated media. The U.S. Central Command stated the strikes aimed to disrupt the Houthis' economic resources. Al Masirah TV broadcasted footage of the aftermath, showing significant destruction and casualties. The Ras Isa port is vital for Yemen, handling approximately 70% of imports and 80% of humanitarian aid. Houthi official Mohammed Nasser al-Atifi condemned the attack, asserting it would not deter Yemeni support for Gaza. Shortly after the strikes, Israel reported intercepting a missile launched from Yemen, amid ongoing Houthi attacks on vessels linked to Israel since November 2023. (PC: CSIS & Al Jazeera)

Bangladesh and Pakistan have resumed diplomatic talks after 15 years. During the recent Foreign Office Consultation in Dhaka, Bangladesh raised unresolved issues from the 1971 Liberation War, including a demand for a formal public apology from Pakistan for the atrocities committed during that period. Additionally, Bangladesh sought $4.3 billion as its share from the combined assets at the time of separation in 1971 and the repatriation of stranded Pakistanis. The Pakistani delegation expressed willingness to remain engaged with a positive outlook to discuss these unsettled issues in the future. The talks signify a potential thaw in relations following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina and the interim government's efforts to address historical grievances. (PC: Firstpost & India Today)

Mitchells & Butlers, the parent company of UK restaurant chain Toby Carvery, is facing legal action after contractors felled a 500-year-old oak tree in Whitewebbs Park, Enfield, on April 3, 2025. The tree stood on leased land near the restaurant’s car park. The company claimed it was dead and posed a safety risk, but Enfield Council stated the tree was healthy and violated lease terms. Environmentalists and locals condemned the act, calling it an irreversible loss of natural heritage. The council is now exploring legal measures to hold the company accountable. (PC: CNN)

Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passia, the terrorist responsible for a series of 14 bomb blasts across Punjab in recent months, has been captured in the United States. Singh, who operated under a network of terror and was allegedly targeting public spaces, was apprehended by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Indian security agencies had been tracking him for months and had issued a bounty of ₹5 lakh for information leading to his arrest. His capture marks a significant development in counterterrorism efforts, with plans for his extradition to India underway. (PC: NDTV)

On April 17, 2025, Florida State University in Tallahassee was rocked by a mass shooting that left two people dead and six others injured. The shooter, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, a student and son of a Leon County Sheriff’s deputy, used his mother’s legally-owned handgun to carry out the attack near the student union. He was shot by responding officers and remains hospitalized. FSU teacher David Newheiser, who hid during the chaos, shared a viral post lamenting America’s gun laws, writing, “I knew that this is a broken country.” Investigations are ongoing. (PC: KFOR.com)

A tragic shooting at Florida State University on Thursday left at least one person dead and at least six others hospitalized, according to Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. The incident occurred near the Student Union, prompting immediate lockdowns and a massive law enforcement response. Authorities have since confirmed that the threat has been “neutralized,” and a suspect is in custody. Witnesses described the gunman as wearing an orange T-shirt and khaki shorts, arriving in an orange Hummer before opening fire. The campus remains an active crime scene, particularly around the Student Union. Students are being reunited with families at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. (PC: Forrest Saunders)

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Donald Trump in Washington, where both leaders pledged to "make the West great again." Meloni emphasized a shared opposition to "woke" and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) ideologies, calling for a revival of Western civilization’s values. Trump, nodding in agreement, welcomed Meloni’s stance and confirmed he would visit Rome officially. The meeting touched on trade, with Trump assuring a forthcoming EU tariff deal and plans to sign the delayed Ukraine minerals agreement next week. Meloni is the first EU leader to meet Trump since his imposition of paused 20% tariffs on the bloc. (PC: BBC)

A tragic shooting at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee on April 17 left six people hospitalized, including one in critical condition. Police responded to reports of an active shooter near the Student Union around 12:01 p.m. A suspect was shot and taken into custody following an exchange of gunfire with police. Students described a chaotic scene, with up to 30 shots heard. The FBI, ATF, and state law enforcement are assisting in the investigation. Classes and events were canceled, and students were urged to shelter in place. President Trump has been briefed. This marks the 80th U.S. mass shooting in 2025.

At least six people were injured in a shooting near the Student Union at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee on April 17, 2025. One victim is in critical condition, while five others are seriously injured, according to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. A suspect is in custody, though authorities are still investigating the possibility of additional shooters. The campus remains under lockdown, and classes are canceled through Friday. The FBI and Florida Department of Law Enforcement are assisting in the response. President Trump has been briefed on the incident, which has reignited calls for stronger gun control measures. (PC: AP News)

Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, the gangster linked to 14 terror attacks in Punjab, has been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sources revealed. Wanted by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA), which had announced a ₹5 lakh reward for his capture, Passia is allegedly connected to the banned Babbar Khalsa International group. He had claimed responsibility for a car explosion targeting a senior police officer in Amritsar in January 2025. Passia had also threatened further attacks in response to alleged police actions against his family. His capture is viewed as a significant win for Indian intelligence and law enforcement. (PC: India Today)