1. German Elections: Friedrich Merz's conservative party is poised to win the German elections, according to exit polls. This could mark a significant shift in German politics as Merz pledges to make Germany more independent from the US. [Link: https://www.rt.com/news/613197-merz-germany-independent-usa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS]

2. Nvidia Earnings: Nvidia's earnings are set to be released, and investors should brace for more volatility. The tech company's performance will be closely watched in the tech sector. [Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-earnings-why-investors-should-191357412.html]

3. US Federal Workers and Elon Musk: Elon Musk has asked US federal workers to detail their workweeks or risk losing their jobs. However, several US agencies have told their workers to ignore the email. [Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/elon-musk-to-govt-staffers-detail-workweek-or-lose-jobs/articleshow/118512495.cms]

4. Israeli-Palestinian Prisoner Swap: Israel has suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners over 'humiliating' hostage handovers. This has led to a stalemate in the peace process between the two parties. [Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/israel-stalls-release-of-palestinians-over-humiliating-hostage-handovers/articleshow/118512533.cms]

5. Pope Francis in Hospital: Pope Francis is suffering from early-stage kidney failure, although his condition is reportedly under control. This development has raised concerns about his health and the future of the Catholic Church. [Link: https://www.foxnews.com/world/pope-francis-suffering-early-stage-kidney-failure-condition-remains-control-vatican]