The people of 28 April

The Vatican announces the 2025 papal conclave will take place starting on May 7 in the Sistine Chapel to elect Pope Francis's successor after his death on April 21.

Politics · 28 Apr

The Liberal Party under leader Mark Carney is projected to form government for the party's fourth consecutive mandate, with Carney remaining prime minister.

Politics · 28 Apr

Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre and New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh lose their seats, with the NDP also losing official party status in the House. Each make speeches conceding the election, with Singh announcing his intention to resign as party leader.

Politics · 28 Apr · with Jagmeet Singh

Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says that a military incursion by India is imminent.

Conflict · 28 Apr

Russian president Vladimir Putin declares a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine for May 8–10 to mark the World War II Victory Day.

Conflict · 28 Apr

The government of Spain declares a national state of emergency and deploys over 30,000 police officers to maintain order. Portuguese prime minister Luís Montenegro rules out a cyberattack as the cause of the power outage.

Business · 28 Apr

The opposition United National Congress, led by Kamla Persad-Bissessar, wins a majority of seats.

Politics · 28 Apr