Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with World War II commemorations. A massive power outage has wiped out electricity across parts of Spain, France and Portugal. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in a nightclub raid in Colorado Springs. China has denied President Donald Trump’s claims he has spoken to Xi Jinping recently. Plus, we reveal when the conclave to choose the next Pope will begin.

As President Donald Trump approaches 100 days in office, his approval rating is at a record-breaking low. US airstrikes have allegedly hit a prison holding African migrants in Yemen. A suspect has been charged after a deadly car ramming attack in Vancouver. Top Democrats held a sit-in yesterday to protest Trump’s agenda. Plus, which regions will be hit by today’s severe weather forecast.

Ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby, horse racing critics are asking familiar questions about animal safety and care in an industry fueled by gambling. We examine how high-profile horse deaths and an FBI investigation into doping allegations have pushed the sport towards reforms.

 

Guest: Katie Bo Lillis, CNN Senior Reporter & Author, “Death of a Racehorse: An American Story”

The host of CNN’s "Searching for Spain" shares why Americans should try to live life like the Spaniards do. A rare record collector reunites a woman with a Voice-o-Graph she recorded 70 years ago. How this record-setting rodent is saving lives with his sense of smell. From deception to acceptance, a female magician's decades-long journey into the world's most prestigious magic club. Plus, scientists may have found the first signs of life on a planet outside our solar system.

President Donald Trump has said another tariff pause will be “unlikely.” Luigi Mangione entered his plea in a New York court today. Cardinals have undergone the final preparations for Pope Francis’ funeral tomorrow. A third round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran are set for this weekend. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs lost a bid to keep this video from being played in court.

We begin with the state of play after talks between the Trump administration’s chief negotiator Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The FBI has arrested a Wisconsin judge for obstructing ICE from arresting a migrant. An analysis this month shows consumers are unsettled by tariff uncertainty. We’ll reveal the sentencing for former Representative George Santos. Plus, which actor is making headlines for supporting trans rights.

President Donald Trump has told TIME that part of the peace proposal to end the war in Ukraine includes Crimea staying with Russia. The president also said that he’s made “200 deals” after pausing tariffs. A federal agency sent a survey to some university and college staff, asking an usual question. The Trump administration is considering getting rid of a specialized suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth. Plus, one player could make NFL history this weekend.

Special US Envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of the White House’s latest effort to end the war in Ukraine. We’ll tell you which US goods China seems to have quietly rolled back its retaliatory tariffs on. A highly controversial US cardinal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin. President Donald Trump says he’ll have an interview with the reporter at the center of that infamous Signal group chat. Plus, a second chance for the world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper.

Moscow has ignored President Donald Trump’s plea to stop bombarding Ukraine, as peace talks continue. It's the last day of Pope Francis lying in state before his funeral. Luigi Mangione is in federal court today to enter a plea. We’ll tell you which state has overtaken Japan as the world’s fourth largest economy. Plus, we breakdown the highlights from yesterday’s NFL draft.

President Donald Trump elaborated on his comments from earlier in the day when he called out Russia’s president for attacks on Ukraine. We have decisions from two federal judges on Trump’s proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration and efforts to cut school funding over diversity programs. The spring homebuying season is off to a rocky start. Plus, we’ll tell you about an initiative that’s bringing a group of public health experts together.