Women's New Playbook, Trump '2028', and More ▶️

Big Shifts in the 'Womanosphere' and Beyond.

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​1. Pope Francis’ Funeral is Tomorrow

Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for tomorrow, April 26, in Vatican City. Leaders across the world are expected to attend. President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are flying to Rome today to attend.

2. President Trump Urges Putin to ‘STOP!’ after deadly Russian strike attack on KYIV

On Truth Social President Trump posted: I am not happy with the Russian strikes on KYIV. Not necessary, and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5000 soldiers a week are dying. Let’s get the Peace Deal DONE!

3. Starbucks is Updating its Dress Code
Starting May 12, Starbucks employees will be required to wear an all black shirt (short or long sleeve, collared or button up) and khaki or blue bottoms. The company says it’s about “creating familiarity for our customers.” Labor groups aren’t convinced, saying the new dress code won’t fix operational issues.

4. China Says They ‘May Exempt Some US goods’ from Tariffs
Early this morning China’s government said they’re considering suspending the 125% tariffs on certain US imports. These include medical equipment and industrial chemicals. Officials called it “another step toward a de-escalation of the trade war.”

5. Brett Cooper & Candace Owens Make “WOMANOSPHERE” Headlines
A new corner of the internet is rising, where conservative women are creating content around femininity, homemaking, anti-feminism, and embracing traditional roles. The Guardian dubbed it the “womanosphere”, and it’s growing fast, especially among Gen Z.

6. “Trump 2028” Is Trending. Wait… What?

Trump store website has started selling Trump 2028 merch. Photo of Eric Trump wearing the hat garners millions of views. Trump 2028 merch on website includes a hat, t-shirt, and can coolers.

7. Bernie Sanders Calls Both Parties Corrupt

In a post on X, Bernie Sanders blasted the current campaign finance system, saying both Republicans and Democrats are benefiting from a “corrupt” setup. His big call to action? It’s to, “End Citizens United and get Big Money out of U.S. politics.”

8. Stagecoach 2025 Kicks Off Today

The Stagecoach country music festival is officially live in Indio, California. Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, and T-Pain are all set to perform. (This is basically Coachella’s country cousin. Cowboy boots, rad country music, and 10/10 vibes.)

9. UK Supreme Court Rules on definition of “Biological Women”
The United Kingdom’s Supreme Court has ruled that, under the country’s equality law, “woman” is defined by biological sex — excluding transgender women. This decision impacts sports, hospitals, bathrooms, and more.

10. HHS Secretary Kennedy Announces Drug Take Back Day
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the DEA is hosting free and anonymous take back locations for people to take unused prescription drugs and dispose of them properly.

11. Wisconsin Judge Arrested for Blocking Immigration Arrest
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the FBI after allegedly helping an immigrant avoid federal agents. She now faces felony charges for obstruction and misleading agents.

Quote of the Drop:
In an awesome coffee shop in the beautiful state of New Mexico, on the wall of a rustic, worn, vibe-y restroom, written in chalk were four words I’ll never forget:

“Nothing works, but work.”

Simple. Brutal. True.

Because the future we experience?

It doesn’t come from what we say, scroll, or wish for.

it erupts out of what we do.

Thank you for reading the first edition of ATOMS!

Let’s make reading the news—human again.

-Adam

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