April 5, 2025, spanning global affairs, sports, entertainment, business, and finance:

 April 5, 2025, spanning global affairs, sports, entertainment, business, and finance:

Global News

1. Jaguar Land Rover Halts Shipments to U.S. Amid Tariff Concerns: In response to President Trump's imposition of a 25% tariff on imported cars and light trucks, Jaguar Land Rover has paused shipments of UK-made vehicles to the U.S. to assess the financial impact. ​The Guardian

2. 'Hands Off!' Protests Erupt Nationwide Against Trump Administration: Demonstrations are taking place across over 1,000 U.S. cities, with approximately 400,000 participants protesting the administration's recent policies. ​

3. Defrocked Cardinal Theodore McCarrick Dies at 94: Theodore McCarrick, a former Catholic cardinal who was defrocked in 2019 after a Vatican investigation determined he had molested adults and children, has passed away. ​

Sports

4. NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four Features All No. 1 Seeds: Duke, Florida, Houston, and Auburn have advanced to the Final Four, marking the first time since 2008 that all top seeds have reached this stage. ​

5. Joe Joyce Faces Filip Hrgovic in High-Stakes Heavyweight Bout: British heavyweight Joe Joyce is set to fight Croatian Filip Hrgovic in Manchester, aiming to revive his career after recent losses. ​Wikipedia

6. AFC West Teams Bolster Coaching Staffs to Challenge Chiefs: The AFC West now features a lineup of experienced head coaches, including Pete Carroll at the Raiders, aiming to end the Kansas City Chiefs' division dominance. ​

7. NCAA Women's Basketball Transfer Portal Sees Star Players on the Move: Notable players, including Notre Dame’s Olivia Miles, are entering the transfer portal, signaling significant shifts in women's college basketball. ​

8. Alex Ovechkin Ties Wayne Gretzky’s Goal-Scoring Record: NHL star Alex Ovechkin has matched Wayne Gretzky's all-time record of 894 career goals during a game against the Chicago Blackhawks. ​

9. Trae Young Expected to Play Against New York Knicks: Despite Achilles soreness, Atlanta Hawks' Trae Young is listed as probable and is expected to play in the upcoming game against the Knicks.

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10. Ja Morant Cleared to Play Against Detroit Pistons: Memphis Grizzlies' star Ja Morant is set to return to the lineup for the game against the Detroit Pistons after recovering from recent injuries.

    The Times of India
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Entertainment

11. 'The Naked Gun' Reboot Stars Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr.: A comedic reboot of 'The Naked Gun' is in production, with Liam Neeson portraying the son of the original protagonist, continuing the franchise's legacy.

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12. Final Four Music Festival Kicks Off in San Antonio: The NCAA March Madness Music Festival features performances by artists like Pitbull, T-Pain, and Chris Stapleton, celebrating the Final Four basketball championship.

    San Antonio Express-News
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13. Top 10 Teen Shows to Watch on Netflix in April 2025: Netflix's latest lineup includes popular teen series such as 'Heartstopper,' 'Stranger Things,' and 'Never Have I Ever.'

    India Today
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14. Russell Brand Facing Charges: Actor and comedian Russell Brand is facing legal charges, with details emerging about the nature of the allegations.

    ABC News
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15. 'Cabaret' Returns to Broadway with Orville Peck: Singer Orville Peck is set to star in the revival of the classic musical 'Cabaret,' bringing a fresh take to the iconic production.

    ABC News
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Business and Finance

16. U.S. Begins Collecting New 10% Tariff on Imports: As of April 5, U.S. customs officers have started collecting a 10% "baseline" tariff on imports, marking a significant shift in American trade policy.

    Business Today
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17. Dow Drops 2,200 Points Amid Tariff-Induced Market Turmoil: The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell over 2,200 points as markets reacted to the implementation of new tariffs and escalating trade tensions. ​The Guardian

18. Mortgage Rates Fall to 6.40% Amid Recession Fears: Mortgage rates have decreased as concerns grow over a potential recession induced by recent tariff implementations. ​

19. Money Market Account Rates Reach 4.47% APY: The best money market accounts are now offering up to 4.47% annual percentage yield, providing attractive options for savers. ​

20. Investor Warns of Continued Market Volatility Due to Tariffs: Top investors caution that recent tariffs have already erased $9 trillion from markets, with potential for further losses if trade tensions persist.