News Digest

COVID-19 Surge Continues in India

The surge of COVID-19 cases in India continues with a record number of new cases and deaths reported in recent days. Hospitals are overwhelmed, oxygen supplies are running low, and crematoriums are working round the clock. The Indian government is scrambling to tackle the crisis and has appealed to other countries for help. Several countries including the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia have already pledged aid.

China Launches New Space Station Module

China launched the core module of its new space station into orbit on April 29. This marks a significant step towards China's plan to establish a permanent presence in space. The module, called Tianhe or \"Harmony of the Heavens,\" is expected to be completed by 2022. China is only the third country, after the United States and Russia, to build a space station.

Facebook Upholds Ban on Trump

Facebook has announced that former President Donald Trump's account will remain suspended while an independent oversight board reviews the decision. The social media giant suspended Trump's account following the Capitol riot on January 6. Facebook's oversight board, which is made up of experts and civil society leaders, will make the final decision on whether Trump's account should be permanently banned from the platform or reinstated. The decision is expected to come in the coming weeks.