Five people lost their lives, including a young girl of seven years of age, while attempting to cross the English Channel. The overloaded boat, carrying 112 migrants. It faced trouble shortly after departure from Wimereux, France. Despite rescue efforts, five individuals couldn't be revived. Rescue operations continue to search for survivors. The UK Border Force brought around 70 migrants to shore, with more expected. UK officials expressed determination to combat human smuggling.

Following months of transmitting garbled signals, NASA's Voyager 1 probe has resumed its mission, relaying crucial data from the furthest reaches of space. The issue, attributed to a malfunctioning chip, was resolved by NASA's experts, allowing the aging spacecraft's onboard systems to function optimally once again. Launched in 1977, Voyager 1 made history by becoming the first human-made object to venture into interstellar space in 2012, and it currently resides more than 15 billion miles away from Earth. With communication channels restored, scientists eagerly anticipate the return of scientific data collection, albeit with a delay of approximately 22.5 hours for signals to travel between Voyager 1 and ground control.

After a lengthy debate, the UK Parliament greenlights the Rwanda Migrant Bill, despite pushback from the House of Lords. Backed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives, the law aims to label Rwanda as a safe destination for asylum seekers, sidestepping legal hurdles. Critics slam the bill for allowing authorities to overlook human rights laws without independent oversight. Despite attempts by the Lords to amend the bill, the Commons, where the Tories hold sway, ultimately prevails in a back-and-forth process. The move reflects the government's efforts to tackle immigration amid rising concerns.

A devastating incident unfolded on Tuesday during a Royal Malaysian Navy parade rehearsal, as two helicopters collided mid-air at the Lumut naval base in Perak state. All the ten crew members aboard the aircraft lost their lives in the crash, which occurred at 9:32 a.m. The Navy confirmed the fatalities and transported the victims to the Lumut army base hospital for identification. The collision has prompted urgent inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Hezbollah launched 35 rockets from Lebanon towards Israel's Safed during the Passover Seder. They targeted an Israeli army headquarters in retaliation for raids in southern Lebanon. The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has caused over 34,000 Palestinian casualties, with a majority being children and women. Gaza's major cities are devastated, leading to the displacement of 80% of its population. This recent attack further escalates tensions in the region, highlighting the volatile situation.

Ukraine's Kharkiv city witnesses the collapse of its 240-metre television tower following an alleged Russian missile strike. Footage shows the tower snapping in half and falling to the ground, disrupting broadcasting signals. Regional governor Oleh Syniehubov confirms signal interruptions but assures no casualties as workers were in shelters. Kharkiv prosecutors suggest a Russian cruise missile may have been used. This incident adds to the ongoing damage caused by Russian attacks in the area. Simultaneously, Russia claims the capture of Novomykhailivka village in eastern Ukraine, heightening tensions on the frontline.

In a wave of demonstrations across US campuses, dozens were arrested at Yale University amid protests against the conflict in Gaza. Tensions escalated as protesters occupied a square, defying university requests to disperse. Columbia University faced similar unrest, with over 100 arrests last week, prompting concerns for Jewish students' safety. The protests highlighted debates on Middle East conflicts and free speech, with rising incidents of antisemitism and Islamophobia reported. Calls for divestment from weapons manufacturers echoed, as universities grapple with managing tensions and ensuring campus safety amidst broader demonstrations across the nation.

China extends congratulations to Maldives President Muizzu's People's National Congress (PNC) for securing an absolute majority in Sunday's parliamentary polls. The PNC's victory, with 68 out of 93 seats, signals deeper cooperation and a strategic partnership between the two countries. With a supermajority in Parliament, Muizzu gains legislative backing to shape foreign policy, particularly in the strategically vital Indian Ocean region. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin emphasizes Beijing's commitment to strengthening traditional friendship, expanding cooperation, and advancing the China-Maldives comprehensive strategic partnership for mutual benefit.

Thousands of flights to and from Europe, including those from Ryanair and Wizz Air, are affected by suspected Russian GPS jamming, with over 46,000 aircraft reporting problems over the Baltic Sea since August. Interference poses safety risks, confirmed by the UK government's March incident near Kaliningrad. While aviation authorities address the issue, UK's Civil Aviation Authority assures safety measures in place. The International Air Transport Association and EU Aviation Safety Agency address rising concerns, with a focus on countering jamming and spoofing threats. Despite risks, CAA states commercial planes aren't directly targeted by jamming.

In the trial of former US President Donald Trump over hush money payments, Prosecutor Matthew Colangelo accuses Trump of orchestrating a criminal scheme to cover up hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. Accuses him of corrupting the election. This trial marks first-ever criminal case against a former president. Trump pleads not guilty, faces 34 counts of business record falsification. Experts suggest trial's outcome may impact his candidacy against President Joe Biden in upcoming election. Allegations stem from payment made by Trump's lawyer Michael Cohen to Daniels for her silence about a 2006 encounter.