Bulletin Brief

Biden and Japan PM announce alliance (AP) (CBS)

Ramadan celebration in Philadelphia ends in gunfire (NBC) (CNN)

EPA and the Biden administration announce PFAS limitations (AP) (CBS)

The US Air Force’s self-flying jet (Business Insider)

Shocking March consumer price report delays Fed interest rate cuts (Reuters)

Final arguments made in the murder trial of Nicolae Miu (CBS)

Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer retires as the winningest coach in Women's basketball history (Athletic)

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In Must Know News…

• President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida convened at the White House on Wednesday, highlighting the pivotal relationship between the two nations as international tensions continue to rise. Their discussion ranged from security in the Pacific to the current conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. They also announced a joint air defense network between the U.S., Japan, and Australia, marking a significant increase in alliance cooperation.
• A Ramadan celebration in Philadelphia on Wednesday ended in chaos after a series of gunshots were exchanged during the event. Philadelphia’s Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel stated that approximately 1,000 people were gathered in the park where the shooting occurred and about 30 gunshots were exchanged between two separate groups. 3 individuals were wounded but thankfully there were no deaths,  and five people have since been arrested.    
• and the EPA partnered with the Biden administration to announce the first-ever national regulation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (known as PFAS) in drinking water. This limitation of “forever chemicals” will enforce requirements for companies to reduce them to the lowest possible level that they can still remain measurable. Cheers to cleaner water!

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In Other Notable News…

• The US Air Force is testing a new self-flying F-16 fighter jet, which was designed to be used against China if fighting arises in the future. The kicker? They’re so confident in the technology they’re sending Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall as the passenger.
• March consumer prices in the U.S. increased dramatically, indicating a possible delay of Fed interest rate cuts. However, with only certain areas experiencing inflation, there is uncertainty regarding inflationary pressure, prompting the Fed to reassess its monetary policy.
• Attorneys made their final arguments in the trial of Nicolae Miu, who is being charged with murder and attempted murder for a stabbing incident. Miu’s attorney continued their strategy of arguing self-defense against harassment from a larger group. ‍
• Tara VanDerveer, the most successful coach in NCAA history with 1,216 wins, has retired after 38 years leading Stanford's women's basketball program. VanDerveer will stay on as an adviser at Stanford, while assistant coach Kate Paye is set to succeed her.