Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York

Former U.S. President Barack Obama and New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani shared a unique moment on Saturday at a Bronx-based child care center. The two leaders joined preschoolers in a musical activity, performing “Wheels on the Bus” while learning a new song from the children. The young participants taught them “Soda Pop,” a track from the K-pop film *Demon Hunters*, adding a lighthearted twist to the event.

“You made the mayor feel really old,” Obama chuckled, as the group laughed together.

Mamdani highlighted the significance of the meeting, noting how the interaction reflected the city’s commitment to early childhood development. “In between singing ‘Wheels on the Bus,’ we discussed our administration’s vision for this City — one where New York’s Cutest have the strongest start possible,” he remarked in an Instagram post.

Artemis II Crew Returns After Historic Lunar Mission

The four astronauts aboard the Artemis II mission have completed their 10-day journey around the Moon, setting a new record for distance from Earth. This achievement surpassed the previous 248,655 miles (400,171 km) set by the Apollo 13 crew in 1970, with the team still moving farther away during their voyage. The Orion spacecraft, which carried the crew, is scheduled to splash down off San Diego’s coast on April 10.

Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman’s wife passed away from cancer in 2020 at the age of 46, adding a personal dimension to the mission. Meanwhile, Jeremy Hansen, Canada’s first astronaut to venture into deep space as part of the Artemis II, received a call from the prime minister during the trip.

Exploring the Far North with the Canadian Rangers

The BBC accompanied the Canadian military Rangers on their final leg of a historic expedition to the country’s northernmost regions. The team’s first press conference since their 10-day journey marked a key moment in their mission to establish a presence in the remote area.

During the same period, the Canadian prime minister joined the Ottawa Charge team on an ice rink, participating in a bilateral visit with the Finnish president. These interactions underscored the collaborative efforts between nations in diverse settings.

Crime and Nature: Recent Events in the News

Back in the U.S., a Tampa homeowner reported a nine-foot alligator in his pool area, prompting police to remove the animal. Separately, Jasveen Sangha received a 15-year prison sentence for selling drugs linked to the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry. Rex Heuermann also admitted guilt in the murder of eight women killed on Long Island between 1993 and 2010.

Meanwhile, the first lady delivered a full statement from the White House, addressing her connections to a late sex offender. The BBC’s Science Editor, Rebecca Morelle, interviewed the Artemis II crew ahead of their anticipated splashdown on Saturday, capturing insights from their historic lunar mission.