In today's episode, we delve into the landmark ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered with international support, following their most intense conflict in decades. We also explore the geopolitical implications of Russia's WWII victory celebration, highlighting its growing alliance with China. Additionally, we cover the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, and the potential impact of his leadership on the Catholic Church. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pakistan-says-india-has-fired-missiles-on-its-air-bases/

http://us.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/zgyw/202505/t20250510_11618723.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pz_bLV6eShY

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/pope-leo-xiv-selected-as-first-american-to-lead-catholic-church

https://abcnews.go.com/International/new-american-pope-leo-xiv-robert-prevost/story?id=121604332

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-05/cardinal-elected-pope-papal-name.html

https://time.com/7283867/pope-leo-challenges-diversity-globalization/

In a groundbreaking event, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, signaling a new era in religious and global politics. Meanwhile, the United States and United Kingdom announce a transformative trade framework aimed at reducing tariffs and boosting economic cooperation. Plus, rising tensions between India and Pakistan prompt urgent diplomatic efforts. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-05-09/pope-leo-xiv-news

https://abcnews.go.com/US/chicago-reacts-election-citys-pope-leo-xiv/story?id=121623968

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pope-leo-robert-prevost-voting-records-republican-democratic-primaries/

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-05/cardinal-elected-pope-papal-name.html

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2025-05/pope-leo-xiv-video-election-step-by-step.html

In a groundbreaking moment, the Catholic Church elects its first American pope, Pope Leo XIV. Meanwhile, tensions flare between India and Pakistan following missile strikes, raising concerns of a potential conflict. Additionally, the United States and United Kingdom unveil a new trade framework aimed at easing tariffs and boosting economic ties. Join us for in-depth coverage of these pivotal global events.

Sources:

https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250508-live-white-smoke-signals-vatican-conclave-has-elected-a-new-pope

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/new-pope-robert-prevost-leo-conclave-vatican-live-updates-b2747499.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lytbVKYvWRA

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/cardinal-prevost-elected-next-pope-first-american-pontiff

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/india-pakistan-kashmir-strikes-sharif-revenge-modi/

https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atlanticist/experts-react/experts-react-india-just-launched-airstrikes-against-pakistan-whats-next/

https://time.com/7283325/india-pakistan-attacks-kashmir/

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/08/trump-announces-very-large-trade-deal-with-u-k-final-details-tbd-00335534

https://www.commerce.gov/news/press-releases/2025/05/department-commerce-together-ustr-announces-historic-trade-deal-united

In today's episode, we delve into the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan following recent missile strikes, explore the historic Papal Conclave as cardinals gather to elect a new pope, and examine the growing diplomatic tensions between Canada and the United States amid provocative statements and economic measures. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical global events.

Sources:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/india-pakistan-kashmir-strikes-sharif-revenge-modi/

https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atlanticist/experts-react/experts-react-india-just-launched-airstrikes-against-pakistan-whats-next/

https://time.com/7283325/india-pakistan-attacks-kashmir/

https://abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/papal-conclave-live-updates-cardinals-gather-vatican-elect/?id=121506573

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/conclave-2025-to-pick-new-pope-day-1/

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/263905/gamblers-are-betting-millions-of-dollars-on-who-will-be-the-next-pope

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTK5-M98Khk

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-05/the-conclave-from-the-middle-ages-to-our-days.html

https://economictimes.com/news/international/canada/canadaus-relations-in-2025-a-cross-border-partnership-tested-by-politics-and-trade/articleshow/120961527.cms

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3ml3F2trbE

https://www.deseret.com/magazine/2025/05/05/us-canada-border-controversy/

https://abc7.com/post/canadian-prime-minister-carney-will-meet-president-trump-hoping-ease-trade-war-tensions/16338631/

https://thinktank.pk/2025/05/07/canada-to-trump-were-not-your-51st-state/

In today's episode, we delve into the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan following India's missile strikes, and the tense diplomatic meeting between President Trump and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney amid trade disputes. We also cover Israel's plans for expanded military operations in Gaza, raising international concerns. Join us for in-depth analysis and updates on these critical global issues.

Sources:

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/06/india-fires-missiles-into-pakistani-controlled-territory-00332460

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/06/india-pakistan-missile-attack-00331877

https://time.com/7283325/india-pakistan-attacks-kashmir/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBH-BF-NIUI

https://abcnews.go.com/US/live-updates/trump-admin-live-updates-trump-threatens-100-tariff/?id=121461146

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZrMg-2sq-s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKRxHWM7ggw

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/canadian-prime-minister-mark-carney-trump-meet-at-the-white-house-amid-trade-tensions

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mark-carney-trump-meeting-video-canada-not-for-sale/

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-gaza-war-hamas-offensive-expanding-expel-palestinians/

In today's episode, we delve into Israel's expanded military operations in Gaza, raising concerns about regional stability and humanitarian impacts. We also explore the constitutional debate sparked by President Trump's comments on due process for immigrants, and the internal tensions within the Republican Party over budget proposals. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing issues and their potential implications.

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-gaza-war-hamas-offensive-expanding-expel-palestinians/

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2025/05/05/israel-steps-up-military-operations-and-threats-against-gaza-syria-and-iran_6740934_4.html

https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20250505-israel-cabinet-approves-conquest-plan-recapture-all-gaza-ministers-palestinians

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/constitution-supreme-court-due-process-trump-deportees-analysis/story?id=121485100

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6PZThjU4Tk

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJSHf_9uW6L/

https://www.wabe.org/balancing-trump-criticism-and-bipartisanship-democrat-jon-ossoff-walks-a-fine-line-in-georgia/

https://www.alston.com/en/insights/publications/2025/05/look-ahead-to-the-week-of-may-5-2025

https://democrats-judiciary.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5726

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/04/30/congress/senate-rebukes-trumps-global-tariffs-00319829

https://newrepublic.com/post/194802/trump-threatens-congress-impoundment-budget-plan

In today's episode, we explore the European Union's preparation for its 17th sanctions package against Russia, coordinated closely with the United States. We discuss the implications of Ukraine's acceptance of an unconditional ceasefire and its new agreement on critical minerals with the US. Join us as we delve into the details of these sanctions and their potential impact on the ongoing conflict.

Sources:

https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250502-european-union-prepares-new-sanctions-on-russia-over-ukraine-war-jean-noel-barrot

https://caspiannews.com/news-detail/eu-to-impose-new-sanctions-on-russia-in-coordination-with-us-over-ukraine-ceasefire-deadlock-2025-5-3-0/

https://novayagazeta.eu/articles/2025/05/02/eu-and-us-to-jointly-develop-bone-crushing-sanctions-package-on-russia-en-news

https://euromaidanpress.com/2025/05/02/eu-plans-17th-sanctions-package-against-russia-over-ukraine-invasion/

https://odessa-journal.com/brussels-is-preparing-the-17th-round-of-sanctions-against-russia

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's reinstatement of 'Schedule F,' a controversial policy affecting federal employment, and his executive order to cut funding for PBS and NPR. We explore the implications of these decisions, including potential impacts on government neutrality and public broadcasting. Additionally, we discuss the proposed 25% budget cut to NOAA, raising concerns about the future of weather forecasting and climate research. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant policy shifts and their potential consequences.

Sources:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/

https://kettering.org/the-schedule-f-threat-to-democracy-a-project-2025-explainer/

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/latest-and-other-highlighted-memos/initial-guidance-on-president-trump-s-executive-order-strengthening-probationary-periods-in-the-federal-service-2.pdf

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https://www.govexec.com/topic/schedule-f/

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-look-at-trumps-executive-order-targeting-public-media-funding

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/02/npr-pbs-trump-executive-order-response-00323798

https://abc30.com/post/valley-pbs-responds-trumps-executive-order-cutting-federal-funding-npr/16316706/

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-signs-executive-order-directing-federal-funding-cuts-to-pbs-and-npr

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-executive-order-cutting-funding-pbs-npr/

https://www.science.org/content/article/trump-s-proposed-budget-would-mean-disastrous-cuts-science

https://dailyillini.com/news-stories/world-news/national-news/2025/05/01/trump-proposes-noaa-nasa-budget-cuts/

https://eos.org/research-and-developments/new-u-s-budget-proposal-slashes-billions-in-funds-for-science

https://www.space.com/space-exploration/trump-administration-proposes-slashing-nasa-budget-by-24-percent

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's executive order slashing federal funding for NPR and PBS, sparking a heated debate on media independence and First Amendment rights. We also explore the reinstatement of the 'Schedule F' order, reshaping the federal workforce. On the international front, the U.S. intensifies its military operations in Yemen with 'Operation Rough Rider,' while a humanitarian crisis unfolds in Gaza due to an Israeli blockade. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing issues.

Sources:

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/02/npr-pbs-trump-executive-order-response-00323798

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-look-at-trumps-executive-order-targeting-public-media-funding

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-executive-order-cutting-funding-pbs-npr/

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/02/trump-executive-order-cuts-funding-pbs-npr-00323154

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-signs-executive-order-directing-federal-funding-cuts-to-pbs-and-npr

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/

https://ww2.aip.org/fyi/opm-advances-plan-to-remove-civil-service-protections-for-policy-roles

https://kettering.org/the-schedule-f-threat-to-democracy-a-project-2025-explainer/

https://www.govexec.com/topic/schedule-f/

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2025/05/02/2-aircraft-carriers-remain-middle-east-another-week-battle-yemens-houthis.html

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https://www.timesofisrael.com/pentagon-more-than-1000-targets-hit-in-yemen-during-air-campaign-against-houthis/

https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/559780/deadly-blockade-leaves-gaza-aid-work-on-verge-of-collapse

https://dppa.un.org/en/gaza-worst-case-scenario-unfolds-brutal-aid-blockade-threatens-mass-starvation

https://www.courthousenews.com/desperate-children-and-adults-in-gaza-struggle-to-get-food-as-israel-blocks-aid/

https://www.fcnl.org/updates/2025-05/gaza-cant-wait-lift-blockade-now

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2025/05/01/un-official-urges-israel-lift-aid-blockade-of-gaza-and-calls-it-cruel-collective-punishment.html

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's controversial proposal to rename Veterans Day and Victory in Europe Day, sparking national debate. We also explore the legal battle over the transgender military ban, with the case potentially heading to the Supreme Court. Additionally, we discuss the reinstatement of the 'Schedule F' executive order, reshaping federal employment protections. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant developments.

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https://www.daily-sun.com/post/803103

https://www.bgnes.com/politics/trump-wants-to-name-may-8th-and-november-11th-as-victory-days

https://www.startribune.com/army-plans-for-a-potential-parade-on-trumps-birthday-call-for-6600-soldiers-ap-learns/601343484

https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4314560/posts

https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/donald-trump-intends-to-rename-two-us-holidays-to-victory-day-101746160542343.html

https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/federal-courts/new-lawsuit-challenges-transgender-military-ban/

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/

https://lambdalegal.org/newsroom/shilling_us_20250501_ll-hrcf-urge-supreme-court-to-maintain-block-of-discriminatory-trans-military-ban/

https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/24/24A1030/357948/20250501155514100_2025.05.01%20Shilling%20-%20Response%20in%20Opposition%20to%20Application%20for%20a%20Stay%20-%20Copy.pdf

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/may/1/transgender-military-members-ask-supreme-court-keep-place-block/

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-signs-executive-order-directing-federal-funding-cuts-to-pbs-and-npr

https://ww2.aip.org/fyi/opm-advances-plan-to-remove-civil-service-protections-for-policy-roles

https://kettering.org/the-schedule-f-threat-to-democracy-a-project-2025-explainer/

https://www.govexec.com/topic/schedule-f/

https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2025/04/25/trump-push-to-make-firing-federal-workers-easier-could-affect-50000-employees/159749/