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The new Pope Leo XIV, during the Mass in the Sistine Chapel, shared his vision of the Church as a faithful administrator. He acknowledged that faith is considered absurd, and the lack of faith leads to a loss of meaning in life.

The Executive Committee of the International Gymnastics Federation has allowed Ukrainian Pantelei Kolodii to change his sports citizenship. He will officially be able to represent the USA from May 8, 2026.

The President of Ukraine announced active communication with the United States to establish a 30-day ceasefire. In case of violation of the truce, the US threatens to strengthen sanctions against Russia.

The US cannot force nuclear powers to lay down their arms, therefore they will not intervene in the India-Pakistan conflict. The US will seek de-escalation, but cannot force either side to lay down their arms.

The official inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV will take place on Sunday. The first general audience of the new Pope, elected on Thursday, will be held on May 21.

The brother of the newly elected Pope said that Leo XIV loved active games and board games as a child. He also added that the pontiff will be moderate, like Pope Francis.

The US expects to receive $350 billion in profit from investments in Ukrainian minerals. Ukraine will also receive similar profits and new jobs.

The President of France has declared support for Trump's call for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, awaiting Russia's response.

Merz announced the existence of a joint declaration on Ukraine from Germany, France, Poland and other partners, identical to Trump's proposal. Europe is ready to increase pressure on Russia for peace talks.

In January-April 2025, the SBI reported suspicion to 5,931 people, including a People's Deputy, members of the Cabinet of Ministers and law enforcement officers. 2,710 indictments were sent to court.

Billionaire Bill Gates has stated that he will donate $200 billion to charity over the next 20 years. He wants his funds to save tens of millions of lives.

War has become an ideology in Russia, it is a priority, not the standard of living. Moscow can double its influence operations, cause a split in NATO and carry out new provocations.

The growth of Bitcoin occurred after Trump's announcement of an agreement with Britain and record inflows into ETFs. Liquidation of short positions reached $400 million per day.

His Beatitude Sviatoslav expressed hope that Leo XIV will be the Pope of peace for Ukraine, calling for peace without weapons. He noted the importance of historical parallels with Leo XIII.

Coinbase has announced the acquisition of Deribit for $2. 9 billion to expand its crypto options base. The deal will make Coinbase the largest crypto derivatives platform.

Investors are buying bullion after prices fell, awaiting the results of trade talks between the US and China. Trump predicts lower tariffs for Beijing.

The Chinese leader hopes for a fair peace agreement that will be accepted by all parties. Putin announced his readiness for negotiations without preconditions to reach agreements.

The new Pope Leo XIV, has ancestry from New Orleans and the Dominican Republic. Genealogical research has revealed connections to Creole families.

The Trump administration is considering tariff cuts of up to 60% in negotiations with China in Geneva. This is intended to reduce tensions and ease economic difficulties for both sides.

According to the study, 25 of the 28 largest US cities are sinking, especially Houston, New York, and Chicago. This threatens infrastructure and increases flooding, endangering 34 million people.

On May 9, EU foreign ministers will meet in Kyiv. They will announce the allocation of 1 billion euros for the production of weapons in Ukraine.

Donald Trump has criticized the digital equality law, considering it unconstitutional because of its support for ethnic minorities. The law provides for billions of dollars in grants to ensure equal access to the Internet.

Donald Trump announced expectations for trade negotiations between the US and China, predicting a reduction in tariffs on Beijing. The negotiations will take place in Switzerland with the participation of high-ranking officials from both countries.

The German President stated that the Kremlin is spreading historical lies by portraying the war against Ukraine as a fight against fascism. He also criticized the United States for deviating from international law.

The United States Department of Defense is beginning the dismissal of transgender military personnel and requiring others to self-identify. The Pentagon will check medical records for gender dysphoria.

US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that Russia is making excessive demands in negotiations. The US wants Ukraine to remain a sovereign state.

After talking with Zelensky, Trump called for a 30-day ceasefire to achieve peace. In case of violation of the truce, the US threatens sanctions.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a conversation with Donald Trump. They discussed economic partnership and efforts for peace, Ukraine proposed a 30-day ceasefire.

Canada invests $15. 1 billion in the construction of nuclear power plants with small modular reactors, becoming the first G7 country with this technology. Ontario Power Generation has received permission for the first phase of the project.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is holding a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump.