Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. domestic flyers need a Real ID or passport to board flights, causing a surge in demand for Real IDs. PennDOT and MVC are expanding service hours and appointments to meet this need, as states report varying compliance rates.

The Trump administration has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to reinstate its ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, after lower courts blocked the policy. The ban, issued via executive order, reverses Obama-era policies and has sparked significant legal battles regarding its constitutionality.

A Google and Kantar study reveals that 75% of Indians want AI tools like Google Gemini for daily task assistance, but 68% struggle with initiating tasks. Google is enhancing its Gemini app to support multimodal interactions and over 100 Indian languages, addressing local user needs.

Nissan forecasts a massive annual net loss of up to $5.3 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025, driven by asset impairments and restructuring costs. CEO Ivan Espinosa aims to stabilize the company amidst debt, sales declines, and tariff impacts.

IonQ and the Electric Power Board of Chattanooga announced a new Quantum Innovation Center in Tennessee, aiming to advance quantum computing technologies. This initiative, supported by local and federal leaders, seeks to enhance national competitiveness and develop a skilled workforce through partnerships with local universities.

Google's AI Overviews in Search now serve over 1.5 billion users monthly, as announced by CEO Sundar Pichai during Alphabet's Q1 2025 earnings report. The company also reported a 12% revenue increase to $90.2 billion, driven by strong performances in YouTube and Google Cloud, despite challenges in the advertising sector and rising tariffs affecting hardware costs.

Pope Francis' funeral at St. Peter's Basilica draws over 128,000 mourners and 130 international delegations, with strict security in place. Diplomatic nuances are evident in the seating arrangement, as Catholic royals are prioritized and former President Trump receives a third-tier seat.

Florida faces heightened wildfire risks, prompting burn bans in nearly 20 counties amid a statewide drought index of 421. With 96 active wildfires and no forecasted rain, officials urge public vigilance.

Retailers warn of potential shortages after President Trump's 145% tariffs on Chinese imports threaten supply chains, risking empty shelves and rising prices. Despite Trump's hints of tariff reductions, no formal steps have been taken, leaving businesses and consumers anxious as holidays approach.

New Jersey's primary elections are set for June 10, with Jack Ciattarelli leading in the Republican race and Mikie Sherrill ahead in a fragmented Democratic field. Voter turnout remains uncertain, as county clerks mail out 683,550 ballots, with most going to Democrats, highlighting GOP engagement concerns.