Track 1. Echoes Across the Line. On May 6, 2025, India initiated 'Operation Sindoor,' conducting missile strikes on nine locations within Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in retaliation for a recent militant attack in Indian Kashmir that resulted in 26 deaths.

Track 2. Smoke from the Chapel. On May 7, 2025, 133 cardinals entered the Sistine Chapel to commence the secretive conclave process of electing the 267th pope, following the death of Pope Francis.

Track 3. From Shadows to Freedom. Five Venezuelan opposition members, allies of María Corina Machado, who had sought refuge in the Argentine embassy in Caracas since March 2024, have successfully relocated to the United States in a rescue operation confirmed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Track 4. Silence in Bamako. On April 10, 2024, Mali's military junta suspended all political party activities indefinitely, citing 'reasons of public order,' raising concerns about the country's political stability and future of democratic governance.

Track 5. Echoes of Gaza. On May 7, 2025, Israeli airstrikes across Gaza killed at least 92 people, including women, children, and journalist Yahya Sobeih, as Israel plans to escalate its military campaign in the territory, now in its 20th month.

Track 1. Canelo's Triumph. Canelo Alvarez defeated William Scull by unanimous decision to reclaim the undisputed super-middleweight boxing title.

Track 2. Passing the Torch. Warren Buffett announced he will retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway by the end of 2025, with Greg Abel set to succeed him.

Track 3. Eastern Congo's Burden. After seizing control of eastern Congo, M23 rebels face challenges in governing and revitalizing the economy, imposing heavy taxes on residents and businesses to finance their administration, leading to increased economic strain.

Track 4. Romania's Crossroads. Romania holds a presidential election rerun after the Constitutional Court annulled the November election won by NATO critic Calin Georgescu.

Track 5. Diving Dreams. The China Diving World Cup featured athletes from various countries competing in a prestigious international diving event, highlighting both physical effort and artistry.

Track 1. Voices Rising on May Day. On May 1, 2025, hundreds of thousands worldwide protested against President Trump's policies, citing concerns over tariffs, immigration crackdowns, and labor rights.

Track 2. Diplomatic Dance. The fourth round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran, initially scheduled for May 3, 2025, in Rome, has been postponed due to logistical reasons, with future dates contingent on the U.S. approach.

Track 3. Mineral Bonds. On April 30, 2025, the United States and Ukraine signed an agreement granting the U.S. preferential access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals and establishing a joint investment fund for Ukraine's reconstruction.

Track 4. Open the Gates. The United Nations has called on Israel to lift its blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza, describing it as 'cruel collective punishment.' The blockade, reimposed after the collapse of a ceasefire in March, has led to severe shortages of food, water, and medicine, with over 3,000 aid trucks stranded at Gaza’s border and 1 million children at risk.

Track 5. Bridge Over Tumen. North Korea and Russia have commenced construction of their first road bridge over the Tumen River, aiming to enhance trade, tourism, and bilateral relations.