Top 20 news headlines for Thursday, April 3, 2025, spanning global affairs, sports, entertainment, business, and finance:

 Here are the top 20 news headlines for Thursday, April 3, 2025, spanning global affairs, sports, entertainment, business, and finance:

Global News

1. President Trump Announces Sweeping Tariffs, Triggering Global Market Sell-Off: President Donald Trump has introduced extensive new tariffs, including a universal 10% tariff on all imported goods and additional levies ranging from 20% to over 40% on countries such as China, Japan, and the European Union. This announcement has led to significant declines in global stock markets, with the S&P 500 falling nearly 4% and the Nasdaq dropping 5%. ​

2. Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Tops 3,000 with Hundreds Still Missing: The death toll from last week's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surpassed 3,000, with hundreds still unaccounted for. Rescue operations continue as the nation grapples with the aftermath of the devastating quake. ​ABC News

3. Israeli Airstrikes in Syria Result in Civilian Casualties: Israel launched a series of airstrikes across Syria, including an attack on Daraa that reportedly killed at least nine civilians. The Israeli Defense Minister stated that the strikes targeted Syrian military infrastructure. ​

Sports

4. Houston Rockets Secure Playoff Spot with Dominant Win: The Houston Rockets clinched a playoff berth by defeating the Utah Jazz 143-105. Jalen Green led the team with 22 points, contributing to the decisive victory. ​

5. Shohei Ohtani's Walk-Off Homer Extends Dodgers' Winning Streak: Shohei Ohtani hit a walk-off home run, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to an 8-0 record with another comeback win. ​

6. NBA Playoff Races Intensify as Season Nears End: With the NBA postseason just days away, teams are vying for playoff positions. The Oklahoma City Thunder, led by MVP frontrunner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are approaching a historic 70-win season. ​

7. Tomoyuki Sugano Sidelined Due to Cramps: Baltimore Orioles' pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano will miss today's game against the Boston Red Sox due to cramps, impacting the team's lineup. ​Times of India+1Council on Foreign Relations+1

8. Walker Buehler's Status Uncertain for Red Sox Game: Boston Red Sox pitcher Walker Buehler's participation in today's game against the Baltimore Orioles remains uncertain due to ongoing injury concerns. ​Times of India

9. Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat Set to Square Off: The Memphis Grizzlies (44-32) and Miami Heat (35-41) are scheduled to play at Kaseya Center in Miami, with both teams aiming to improve their standings. ​Yahoo Sports

Entertainment

10. Val Kilmer Passes Away at 65: Renowned actor Val Kilmer, known for his roles in "Top Gun," "Heat," and "Tombstone," has died at the age of 65. Tributes from colleagues and fans are pouring in to honor his legacy. ​

11. Sony Announces Beatles Biopics: Sony Pictures has confirmed plans for four feature-length biopics, each focusing on a different member of The Beatles, with releases slated for 2028. ​

12. New Streaming Releases This Week: Major streaming platforms, including Hulu, Netflix, Max, and Prime Video, have added new titles to their libraries this week. Viewers can look forward to a variety of fresh content across genres. ​

13. 'Present Laughter' Coming to Opera House: The comedy play 'Present Laughter' is scheduled to be performed at the local Opera House, offering audiences a classic theatrical experience. ​Observer Today

14. Live with Kelly and Mark Bids Farewell to Longtime Studio: The morning show 'Live with Kelly and Mark' is set to leave its longtime studio, marking the end of an era for the popular program. ​People

Business and Finance

15. U.S. Stock Markets Plunge Following Tariff Announcements: U.S. stock markets experienced significant losses after President Trump's announcement of new tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1,200 points, the S&P 500 fell 3.2%, and the Nasdaq declined 4.3%. Major companies like Apple and Amazon were notably affected. ​

16. Global Markets React to U.S. Tariffs with Sharp Declines: Global stock markets tumbled in response to the U.S. tariff announcements, with significant losses in Asian and European indices, reflecting widespread investor concern. ​

17. Visa Proposes $100 Million Acquisition of Apple's Credit Card Business: Visa has reportedly offered $100 million to acquire Apple's credit card payment network, aiming to compete with Mastercard and American Express in the digital payments sector. ​

18. Circle Files for IPO on NYSE: USDC stablecoin issuer Circle has filed for an initial public offering, planning to list under the ticker "CRCL" following a decrease in net income for 2024. ​

19. Top CD Rates Reach 4.55%: The highest certificate of deposit rates available today offer up to 4.55% annual percentage yield, providing attractive options for savers. ​Fortune

20. **Bitcoin Trades Around $83,000 Amid Market