CNN 5 Things Pope Leo XIV reaction, new FAA system, Bill Gates pledges fortune & more
May 8, 2025
The historic election of the first U.S. pope, Leo XIV, has sparked widespread support and excitement. Meanwhile, the FAA is set to modernize air traffic control systems by 2028 in light of recent crises. In political news, there's a reshuffling in the Trump administration, coupled with alarming developments in a measles outbreak. On the philanthropic front, Bill Gates pledges a significant portion of his fortune to new initiatives, signaling a shift in his approach to giving.
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First US Pope's Warm Welcome
- Cardinal Robert Provost, known as Pope Leo XIV, is celebrated as the first US-born pope.
- His election surprised and delighted many, including his peers at Catholic Theological Union of Chicago.
FAA's Air Traffic Modernization
- The FAA plans a total overhaul of the US air traffic control system by 2028.
- This addresses aging infrastructure exposed by recent Newark Airport system failures.
FEMA Leadership Shakeup
- FEMA's leadership was replaced amid internal and governmental criticism.
- Despite praise for its workforce, there are calls to eliminate the agency for inefficiency.