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Officers move in on the campus of UCLA as the LAPD calls the pro-Palestinian encampment an "unlawful gathering." Getty Images

Police move in on UCLA protesters, call encampment an ‘unlawful gathering’

Dozens of protesters were arrested as Columbia University called in the NYPD after protesters stormed Hamilton Hall. Getty Images

Dozens arrested at Columbia as NYPD clears Hamilton Hall, encampments

Student protesters occupy a Columbia University building; four officers killed serving a warrant in Charlotte, North Carolina. Getty Images

Student protesters take over Columbia building after deadline passes

Several people, including an infant, are killed after dozens of tornadoes sweep through the Midwest and Oklahoma. Reuters

Several dead after tornadoes sweep through Midwest

Developments in former President Donald Trump's legal cases take us to a New York City courtroom and the U.S. Supreme Court Reuters

Testimony continues in Trump criminal trial as Supreme Court debates immunity

The United States Supreme Court will hear arguments on Donald Trump's immunity claims while the former president's criminal trial resumes in New York Getty Images

Trump to attend NY trial as US Supreme Court hears immunity case

Congress passes a $95 billion foreign aid package which included a measure that could ban TikTok in the United States. Getty Images

Senate passes $95B aid package for Ukraine, Israel; TikTok bill included

Dozens arrested in pro-Palestinian protests at top colleges across the states; day two of Trump's trial testimony unfolds. Getty Images

Protests lead to arrests across college campuses

The 12-person jury will hear opening statements in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York. Getty Images

Jury to hear opening statements in Trump’s first criminal trial

Israel struck back in its first military response to Iran's attack and the 12-person jury is selected in Trump's hush money trial. Getty Images

Israel carries out strike against Iran in response to drone attack

The Senate dismisses impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary and an Indonesian volcano triggers evacuations. Getty Images

Senate dismisses articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Mayorkas

Seven jurors selected in former President Trump's hush money trial; historic rains flood United Arab Emirates, impacting airport and region. Getty Images

First 7 jurors selected in Trump hush money trial

Prosecutors are delving deeper into Trump's hush money trial after an account revealed his reaction to a damaging recording in the 2016 campaign. Reuters

Dozens of jurors excused as Trump’s hush money trial begins

Following Iran's attack on Israel, the world waits for their next steps. For the first time, a former U.S. president faces criminal charges. Getty Images

Israeli war cabinet meets after Iran’s direct attack

General Michael Erik Kurilla, the U.S. Central Command's leader in the Middle East, arrived in Israel on Thursday. According to officials cited by The New York Times, General Kurilla will work closely with the Israeli military to prepare for Iran's expected retaliation, discuss the ongoing conflict with Hamas, and coordinate aid efforts. Getty Images

US sends top commander to Israel ahead of expected attack from Iran

Prominent figures come together at the White House as President Joe Biden hosts a state dinner for the Japanese Prime Minister. Getty Images

Biden hosts White House state dinner before trilateral summit

Arizona has enacted a ban on abortion at all stages of pregnancy following the state Supreme Court's decision to uphold an 1864 law that criminalizes the procedure. The court's 4-2 decision on Tuesday, April 9, makes all abortions illegal except when necessary to save a woman's life. Reuters

Arizona Supreme Court rules 1864 near-total abortion ban can be enforced

Monday, April 8, saw significant developments in three of the four criminal cases involving former President Donald Trump. Special Counsel Jack Smith, leading the federal charges against Trump for efforts to overturn the 2020 election, urged the Supreme Court to dismiss Trump’s claims of immunity from prosecution. Getty Images

Trump’s criminal cases see day of court filings on immunity claim, bids to delay

Millions of Americans will witness a total solar eclipse today, the first in seven years, with the moon blocking the sun, darkening the sky. Getty Images

US to experience total solar eclipse for first time since 2017

Israel has pledged to establish three corridors, featuring the Erez Crossing in northern Gaza, to enhance the flow of humanitarian aid. This move comes after a phone conversation between President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which Biden cautioned that U.S. policy toward Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza might shift unless Israel intensifies efforts to safeguard civilians and aid workers. Reuters

Israel commits to opening crossing for aid after Biden warning

President Joe Biden is scheduled to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today, in what's anticipated to be a tense conversation. This will be their first discussion since an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed seven aid workers from the nonprofit World Central Kitchen, including a dual U.S.-Canadian citizen. Getty Images

Biden to speak with Netanyahu days after Israeli strike killed aid workers

At least nine people have died and more than 800 are injured following the most significant earthquake to strike Taiwan in 25 years, occurring Wednesday, April 3. The aftermath saw buildings tilting precariously, with rescuers employing ladders to reach those trapped inside. The event brought traffic to a halt and led to the suspension of train services throughout the island. Reuters

7.4 magnitude earthquake rocks Taiwan, several dead

World Central Kitchen is suspending its aid operations in Gaza after several volunteers are killed. Reuters

World Central Kitchen pauses aid operations in Gaza after 7 members killed

Israel withdraws its troops from Gaza's largest hospital after a two-week military operation. Reuters

Israel withdraws troops from Gaza’s largest hospital after two-week operation