Jury selection commenced in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking trial in New York. The hip-hop mogul faces charges of sex trafficking, fraud, and racketeering. If convicted, he could face significant prison time. The trial is expected to last at least two months.

Gold prices hit a two-week high on Tuesday, driven by concerns over U.S. President Trump’s tariff plans and anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting. Investors flocked to the safe-haven metal, with spot gold rising 0.7%, while other precious metals also saw gains.

President Donald Trump denied involvement in the viral AI-generated image depicting him as the pope, calling it a lighthearted joke. The image, shared online, drew criticism from Catholic leaders. Trump said he saw it recently and claimed many, including Melania, found it amusing.

President Donald Trump said he had “nothing to do” with an AI-generated image showing him dressed as the pope, calling it a joke. The image drew backlash from Catholic leaders, but Trump dismissed the criticism, claiming many found it humorous, including First Lady Melania Trump.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu pledged an “intensive” military campaign against Hamas after his security cabinet approved plans to seize parts of Gaza and control aid distribution. The move signals a major escalation, sparking international concern over humanitarian impacts and regional instability if no ceasefire is reached.

Palantir Technologies raised its annual revenue forecast on Monday, driven by strong AI demand. However, its inline profit and modest revenue beat fell short of investor expectations, causing shares to drop over 8% in after-hours trading. Analysts expected stronger results following the stock’s significant rally earlier this year.

Former President Donald Trump stated he knows “nothing” about a widely circulated AI-generated image depicting him dressed as the pope. The image, which gained traction online, has sparked discussion about deepfakes and misinformation. Trump’s brief denial came amid growing concerns over AI use in political content.

Air traffic controllers at Newark Airport lost contact with aircraft for up to 90 seconds on April 28 due to system failures. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed the incident, calling it a warning about outdated infrastructure. A major modernization proposal will be presented to Congress soon.

The May Day holiday is being closely monitored as a vital gauge of consumer confidence in China. Analysts view travel, spending, and activity levels during the break as a reflection of economic sentiment amid ongoing efforts to boost domestic consumption and sustain growth.