Huge staff cuts at WHO will leave world ‘less healthy and safe’, experts warn

Nvidia's quarterly earnings report has garnered significant attention amid a lack of reliable economic data due to the government shutdown. Investors were anxious about the company's performance, particularly regarding its substantial investments in artificial intelligence. The report is expected to provide insights into Nvidia's financial health and the broader implications for the AI sector.

A Canadian former Olympic snowboarder, Ryan James Wedding, is wanted in the US for allegedly leading a multi-national drug trafficking network. He faces charges related to the murder of a federal witness, as announced by US Attorney General Pam Bondi.

The family of Mohammed Ibrahim, a US teenager detained by Israel, is demanding independent medical care for him. An uncle of Ibrahim stated that a US official who visited the teen reported that his health is deteriorating while in Israeli detention.

US military officials are currently in Ukraine to engage in discussions aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. This visit coincides with reports that the US and Russia have developed a 28-point peace plan, which allegedly includes significant concessions from Ukraine.

A federal judge, James Boasberg, has resumed a court inquiry into whether officials from the Trump administration violated a court order by deporting hundreds of men to El Salvador in March. The judge plans to demand sworn testimony from administration officials to assess compliance with his order to halt the deportations.

Reports indicate that a new 28-point peace plan drafted by the US for Ukraine closely aligns with Russian demands, suggesting that Kyiv may need to cede territory and limit its military capabilities. This development raises concerns about the implications for Ukraine's sovereignty and the ongoing conflict with Russia.

US officials are reportedly delaying the implementation of long-promised semiconductor tariffs by President Donald Trump to avoid escalating tensions with China. This cautious approach has been communicated to stakeholders in both government and private sectors over recent days, indicating a shift in strategy regarding the tariffs.

US and Russian officials have drafted a plan to end the Ukraine war, requiring Kyiv to surrender territory and limit its military size. The proposal, developed by Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and Kremlin adviser Kirill Dmitriev, is seen as a capitulation by Ukraine. This comes amid escalating violence, with recent Russian strikes in Ternopil resulting in at least 25 fatalities.