Trump has begun another trade war. Here's a timeline of how we got here
Canada's leader laments lost friendship with US in town that sheltered stranded Americans after 9/11
Chinese EV giant BYD's fourth-quarter profit leaps 73%
You're an American in another land? Prepare to talk about the why and how of Trump 2.0
Chalk talk: Star power, top teams and No. 5 seeds headline the women's March Madness Sweet 16
Purdue returns to Sweet 16 with 76-62 win over McNeese in March Madness
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US VP Harris hosts Kim Kardashian to discuss criminal justice reform
U.S.
July 02, 2024US
Business|Technology|US
The TikTok law kicks off a new showdown between Beijing and Washington. What's coming next?
TikTok is gearing up for a legal fight against a U.S. law that would force the social media platform to break ties with its China-based parent company or face a ban
April 25, 2024
Americas|Economy|Europe|Finance
Record $8.8 billion pulled from US sustainable funds in Q1
European and American investors showed converse interest in sustainable funds during the first quarter, research firm Morningstar said on Thursday, with a record $8.8
May 10, 2024
US|World
US to pull troops from Chad and Niger as the African nations question its counterterrorism role
Two U.S. officials say the United States will pull the majority of its troops from Chad and Niger as it works to restore key agreements governing what role there might be for the American military and its counterterrorism operations
April 25, 2024
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US and allies aim to help Ukraine bolster defenses after aid gap
The United States hopes its new deliveries of weaponry will help Ukraine rebuild defenses and refit its forces as it recovers from a gap in U.S.
May 10, 2024
Africa|Economy|News|US|World
The US is losing access to its bases in Niger − here’s why that’s a big deal
The disintegration of the United States’ relationship with Niger following its military coup in 2023 is giving way to stronger ties between the African country and Russia and China.
April 16, 2024
News|US
At US Supreme Court, clashing views presented on presidential immunity
During arguments before the U.S.
May 11, 2024
Economy|News|US|World
US-China talks start with warnings about misunderstandings and miscalculations
The United States and China are butting heads over a number of contentious bilateral, regional and global issues
April 26, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US inflation increases moderately; consumer spending boosts Q2 outlook
U.S. monthly inflation rose moderately in March, but stubbornly higher costs for housing and utilities suggested the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates
May 13, 2024
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|News|US
US, Taiwan to resume trade talks in Taipei starting on Monday
The U.S. and Taiwan will hold another round of negotiations toward their "21st Century" trade agreement starting on Monday in Taipei, the U.S.
May 13, 2024
News|World
US says it's reviewing new information about Israeli unit accused of abuses before Gaza war
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. has determined that an Israeli military unit committed gross human-rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank before the war in Gaza began six months ago
April 26, 2024
Election|US
Biden says he plans to debate Trump
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday that he would participate in a debate with Donald Trump, his Republican opponent in November's election.
July 02, 2024
Business|Economy|News|Technology|US
U.S. chip bans not meant to hobble China's growth, Blinken says
U.S. export controls on sending advanced computing chips to China are not meant to hold back China's economy or technological development, Secretary of State Antony
May 13, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
U.S. intelligence believes Putin probably didn't order Navalny to be killed - WSJ
U.S. intelligence agencies have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn't order opposition politician Alexei Navalny killed at an Arctic prison camp in
May 13, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
Moscow may seize private US assets in Russia if US seizes frozen reserves, says Putin ally
Russia may respond to any U.S. confiscation of its currency reserves frozen in the West by seizing the assets, including property and cash, of U.S. citizens and investors in Russia,
May 14, 2024
News|US|World
Some US officials say in internal memo Israel may be violating international law in Gaza
Some senior U.S. officials have advised Secretary of State Antony Blinken that they do not find "credible or reliable" Israel's assurances that it is using U.S.
May 14, 2024
MidEast|News|Political|US|World
Israel has agreed to listen to US concerns before any Rafah move, says White House
Israel has agreed to listen to U.S. concerns and thoughts before it launches an invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said on
May 14, 2024
News|US|World
Blinken says he'll press Israel on more humanitarian aid to Gaza
The U.S. has seen measurable progress in the humanitarian situation in Gaza, U.S.
May 14, 2024
Americas|Asia|Election|News|World
Japan’s diplomatic charm offensive in US aims to keep Washington in committed relationship
Meetings with Joe Biden and Donald Trump suggest Japan is hedging over the outcome of the US election.
April 29, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US home prices jump by most in nearly two years in February, FHFA says
U.S. home prices leapt in February by the most in nearly two years, federal housing authorities reported on Tuesday, reflecting the effects that lean home supply continue to have on the
May 15, 2024
US|World
Families of Americans held abroad want more help, information
Families of Americans still detained in foreign countries despite recent prisoner swaps arranged by the Biden administration pleaded on Tuesday at least for
May 15, 2024
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Graphite miners lobby US govt to impose levy on China-sourced EV material
North American graphite miners are lobbying the US government to impose a 25% tariff on three graphite products sourced from China in order to counter Beijing's
May 15, 2024
Asia|Business|Finance
Exclusive-China firms go 'underground' on Russia payments as banks pull back
An appliance maker in southern China is finding it hard to ship its products to Russia, not because of any problems with the gadgets but because China's big banks are throttling payments
May 14, 2024
Business|Technology
TikTok general counsel to move to new role focused on fighting US sale
Erich Andersen, general counsel for TikTok and Chinese parent company ByteDance, will step down from that role in June to focus on fighting efforts to force a
April 26, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Taiwan happy with US aid package, China objects to arms sales
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Wednesday she was happy the U.S.
May 08, 2024
Americas|Economy|News|US|World
US sanctions militant leaders over hostages in West Africa
The U.S. on Tuesday imposed sanctions on leaders of militant groups over the taking of hostages, including Americans, in West Africa, the Treasury and State departments said.
April 23, 2024
Asia|Economy|Finance
Japan issues strongest warning yet on readiness to intervene in currency market
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said last week's meeting with his U.S. and South Korean counterparts has laid the groundwork for Tokyo to
May 07, 2024
Economy|News|US|World
New US sanctions against Russia target weapons development, ban uranium imports for nuclear power
The United States has imposed new sanctions on hundreds of companies and people tied to Russia’s weapons development program, as well as more than a dozen Chinese entities accused of helping Moscow find workarounds to earlier penalties
May 01, 2024
News|US
White House weighs immigration relief for spouses of US citizens
The White House is weighing ways to provide temporary legal status and work permits to immigrants in the U.S. illegally who are married to American citizens, three
May 07, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah denies saying it resumes attacks on US forces
Iraqi armed faction Kataib Hezbollah has denied issuing a statement saying it had resumed attacks on U.S. forces, a statement from the group issued on the Telegram messaging app
April 22, 2024
News|World
About 4 in 10 Americans see China as an enemy, a Pew report shows. That's a five-year high
A new Pew Research Center report shows that about 4 in 10 Americans now label China as an enemy, up from a quarter two years ago and reaching the highest level in five years
May 01, 2024
News|World
Blinken tours Kerem Shalom aid crossing as tank fire rings out from Gaza
Tank fire echoed from the Gaza strip on Wednesday as U.S.
May 16, 2024
News|US
Firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene to force vote to oust US House Speaker Johnson
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, a conservative firebrand, Wednesday on Wednesday called for a vote to oust Republican Mike
May 16, 2024
News|Europe|US|World
EU, US urge Georgia to halt ‘foreign agents’ bill as protests continue
The European Union and U.S. on Thursday condemned legislation making its way through Georgia's parliament on "foreign agents" and thousands of protesters snarled
May 18, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US calls out Israel and Hamas after Gaza aid shipment attacked, diverted
The U.S. on Thursday called on both Israel and Hamas to ensure that aid bound for civilians in Gaza is not disrupted, after a shipment from
May 17, 2024
Africa|News|US
Chad air force chief orders US to halt activities at army base, letter shows
Chad's air force chief ordered the United States to halt activities at an air base near the capital N'Djamena, according to a letter sent to the transitional government and seen by Reuters
April 19, 2024
Americas|Economy|US|World
Venezuela oil sector braces for loss of US license, Maduro hits back
The day after the United States announced it would reimpose costly limits on Venezuela's oil sector, the South American nation braced
May 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US firms facilitated investments into blacklisted Chinese companies, says House probe
U.S. financial firms facilitated investments worth billions of dollars in index funds that included blacklisted Chinese companies, according to a
May 03, 2024
News|US
US lawmaker Cuellar hit with bribery charges tied to Azerbaijan, Mexican bank
U.S.
May 20, 2024
News|US
Top US Treasury official to travel to Singapore, Malaysia to discuss sanctions
The U.S.
May 19, 2024
News|Crime|US|World
Dozens arrested in weekend of protests on US campuses
Police on Saturday arrested at least 25 pro-Palestinian protesters and cleared an encampment at the University of Virginia, the university said in a statement, as U.S.
May 20, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Warren Buffett says taxes may rise to offset widening US deficits
Warren Buffett said he expects the U.S. government to increase taxes to tackle widening fiscal deficits rather than reduce spending.
May 20, 2024
Economy|News|US|World
India's foreign minister rejects Biden's 'xenophobia' comment
Indian foreign minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar rejected U.S.
May 20, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Philippines, US repel mock foreign invaders in annual military exercises
U.S. and Philippine armed forces fired missiles and artillery to thwart a simulated invasion in the Philippines' northern waters facing Taiwan on
July 02, 2024
Asia|News|US
Taiwan must invest in building its own 'strengths', vice president-elect says
Taiwan is grateful for continued U.S. security assistance but must invest in building its own "strengths" first and show the world its support for the island is worth it, Vice
May 21, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
VP Harris announces more than $100 million to support auto workers
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday announced more than $100 million in funding and resources to support American auto workers and small auto suppliers.
May 21, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Biden pushed Netanyahu not to attack Rafah, US reviewing ceasefire proposal
The White House said on Monday it was reviewing a response by Hamas to a ceasefire and hostage release deal, and continued to press Israel not to launch a large
May 21, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US financial regulators restart work on long-delayed compensation rules
A trio of U.S. financial regulators have resumed work on a long-delayed rule-writing project to make executive compensation plans at financial firms more
May 21, 2024
Education|News|US
Conservative US judges boycott Columbia grads over campus Gaza protests
A group of 13 conservative U.S. federal judges said on Monday that they would not hire law students or undergraduates from Columbia University in response
May 21, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
US and Philippine forces stage combat drills near strategic channel off southern Taiwan
U.S. Marines and their Filipino counterparts have staged joint combat drills on the Philippines’ northernmost island along the strategic Bashi Channel off southern Taiwan, a flashpoint in the Washington-Beijing military rivalry
May 06, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News|World
Iran's capacity to move oil reliant on Malaysian providers, US official says
The United States sees Iran's capacity to move its oil as reliant on service providers based in Malaysia, with oil being transferred near Singapore and throughout
May 21, 2024
News|US|World
Japan tells US that Biden's 'xenophobia' comment is regrettable
Japan has described as "regrettable" U.S.
May 21, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
Fragile Treasuries relying on rare macro serenity: McGeever
Any hope of sustaining U.S. fiscal accounts at such stretched levels and keeping the fragile bond market equilibrium intact may have to hinge on avoiding
May 07, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
Inflation "settling" high could pose new risks for the Fed, economy
Inflation lodged above the U.S.
May 22, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US revokes Intel, Qualcomm's export licenses to sell to China's Huawei, sources say
The U.S. has revoked licenses that allowed companies including Intel and Qualcomm to ship chips used for laptops
May 22, 2024
MidEast|News|Political|US|World
Could Biden stop Netanyahu’s plans? A national security expert looks at Israel’s attack on Rafah
The US put a pause on an arms shipment to Israel as it launched a Rafah offensive. This is not the first time the US and Israel have publicly disagreed, despite their strong diplomatic relationship.
May 07, 2024
Crime|News|Political|US|World
Russian court says US soldier charged with theft causing 'significant' damage
U.S. soldier Gordon Black, who has been detained the Russian city of Vladivostok until July 2, has been charged with theft causing significant damage, a Russian court said.
May 22, 2024
News|US
Biden touts new $3.3 billion Microsoft data center at failed Foxconn site Trump backed
U.S.
July 02, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|News|US
China outbound investment rule to be completed by end of year -- US official
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said Wednesday she expects rules to implement U.S. outbound investment restrictions on China will be completed by the end of
May 22, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Why the US paused the delivery of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel ahead of a possible Rafah attack
The U.S. has paused a shipment of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel over concerns that the country has not adequately taken civilian safety into account in its upcoming military operation in Rafah, and that the massive weapon would inflict additional civilian casualties
May 08, 2024
Business|Technology|US
US could ban Chinese connected vehicles or impose restrictions
The U.S. could take "extreme action" and ban Chinese connected vehicles or impose restrictions on them, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said on Wednesday, in
May 22, 2024
Asia|News|Technology|US|World
US confronts China over Volt Typhoon cyber espionage
U.S. officials confronted the Chinese government in Beijing last month about a sweeping cyber espionage campaign through which Chinese hackers have broken in
May 22, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Oil edges up to one-week high on rising demand hopes after China, US data
Oil prices edged up to a one-week high on Thursday on data from China and the U.S. signaling demand in the world's two biggest crude-consuming nations could climb
May 24, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China criticizes US for ship's passage through Taiwan Strait weeks before new leader takes office
China's military is accusing the U.S. of playing up for maximum political effect its warship's passage through the Taiwan Strait
May 09, 2024
Education|News|US
Virginia school board considers restoring Confederate names to schools
A U.S. school board in Shenandoah County, Virginia, will vote on Thursday on whether to restore previously removed Confederate names to two schools, potentially becoming the
May 25, 2024
MidEast|US|World
Biden’s move on weapons supplies is latest test of US-Israel relations
Here are some milestones in Israel's ties with the United States, now strained by Israeli government plans for a major assault on Rafah in southern Gaza and a warning by President Joe
May 24, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US weekly jobless claims highest in more than eight months as labor market eases
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level in more than eight months, offering more evidence that
May 24, 2024
Americas|Asia|News|US
China and US resume cooperation on deportation as Chinese immigrants rush in from southern border
Beijing and Washington have quietly resumed cooperation on the deportation of Chinese immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally
May 09, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
US satisfied so far with India Sikh plot probe, but stresses 'red line'
The U.S. is satisfied so far with India's moves to ensure accountability in alleged assassination plots against Sikh activists, but many steps are still needed, the U.S.
May 24, 2024
News|US
Israel due to get billions of dollars more in US weapons despite Biden pause
Billions of dollars worth of U.S. weaponry remains in the pipeline for Israel, despite the delay of one shipment of bombs and a review of others by
May 24, 2024
News|US
US hold on arms for Israel sends 'wrong message,' says Israeli envoy
It was "unacceptable" that the U.S. decision to withhold some weapons from Israel became public while the two governments still were
May 24, 2024
News|US
Blinken report expected to say Israel is not breaking weapons terms, Axios reports
U.S.
May 24, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|News|Technology|US
China says it firmly opposes US export control tools
China firmly opposes the abuse of export control tools such as the U.S. entity list, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday, after the U.S. added 37 Chinese firms to a
May 25, 2024
Education|MidEast|News|US|World
Police arrest dozens as they break up pro-Palestinian protests at several US universities
Police have made dozens of arrests as pro-Palestinian protest encampments were dismantled at the University of Pennsylvania, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Arizona
May 10, 2024
News|US
Senator Warren chides US Treasury for slow progress in tackling racial discrimination
U.S.
May 27, 2024
Education|MidEast|News|US|World
Dozens arrested at Penn, MIT in latest U.S. crackdowns on Gaza protests
Police dismantled protest camps and arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian activists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of
July 02, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US Treasury posts $210 billion surplus in April
The U.S. federal budget surplus in April increased from a year earlier as a boost in tax receipts outpaced a rise in outlays, the Treasury Department said on Friday.
May 26, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Yellen says Chinese response possible on expected US tariff action
The United States could see a significant response from China following any U.S. tariff actions, U.S.
May 28, 2024
News|Political|US
Former US military intelligence official says he resigned over Gaza war
A former U.S. military intelligence official released a letter on Monday that explained to his colleagues at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
May 28, 2024
News|US|World
Ukrainian commander, defence minister discussed aid, frontline with US officials
Ukraine's commander in chief and its defence minister discussed military aid and the frontline situation with senior U.S. officials on Monday, Commander Oleksander Syrskyi said.
May 28, 2024
News|US|World
Blinken, in Kyiv, vows unwavering US support as Russian attacks intensify
The U.S. will stand by Ukraine until its security sovereignty is guaranteed, Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledged on Tuesday in a visit to Kyiv, at a time when
July 02, 2024
Asia|Business|Technology|US
Lidar maker Hesai sues US government, denies alleged link to China's military
China-based Hesai Group sued the U.S. government on Monday for adding the maker of lidar light sensors to a list of companies allegedly working with Beijing's military.
May 29, 2024
Crime|News|US
US Senator Menendez's corruption trial on verge of getting jury
A jury for U.S.
July 02, 2024
News|US|World
Zelenskiy lauds U.S. aid package, asks Blinken for air defences
A new U.S. weapons package is going to have an impact on the battlefield in Ukraine, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday, visiting Kyiv at a time when Ukrainian forces
May 29, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US imposes sanctions after aborted sale of Russian tycoon stake
The U.S.
May 30, 2024
Health|News|US
US relaxes regulations for labs handling bird flu samples to ease virus response
U.S. government officials have temporarily relaxed strict guidelines on how public health laboratories and healthcare facilities handle, store and transport
May 29, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
Hopes for 'soft landing' at stake as investors await US inflation data
Investors’ newfound optimism on the U.S. economy faces an important test on Wednesday, with consumer price data set to show whether the soft landing hopes that
May 29, 2024
Crime|Election|News|US
US House Republican Carol Miller defeats primary challenger, Edison projects
U.S. House Republican Carol Miller in a Tuesday primary defeated a challenger who had pleaded guilty to a role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, Edison Research projected.
May 30, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Fed's Schmid says he is prepared to be patient on policy
Inflation is still too high, and the U.S. central bank has more work to do to bring it down, Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Jeffrey Schmid said on Tuesday, a signal that he
May 30, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US retail sales unexpectedly flat in April
U.S. retail sales were unexpectedly flat in April as higher gasoline prices pulled spending away from other goods, indicating that consumer spending was losing momentum.
May 30, 2024
Asia|Election|News|World
US will send an unofficial delegation as Taiwan's president is sworn in. It'll test ties with China
The Biden administration says the White House is sending an unofficial delegation to Taiwan this weekend for the inauguration of the island’s democratically elected president
May 15, 2024
News|World
Blinken says Israel needs a clear and concrete plan for Gaza's future
Israel needs a clear and concrete plan for the future of Gaza where it faces the potential for a power vacuum that could become filled by chaos, U.S.
May 30, 2024
US|World
Blinken's Kyiv song choice raises eyebrows as Ukraine fights fierce Russian attacks
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, an amateur musician, may have thought he had the perfect upbeat song to perform with a Kyiv bar band
May 15, 2024
Business|News|Technology|US
House Republicans propose to boost tariffs on Chinese-made drones
A group of House Republicans on Wednesday proposed legislation that would hike U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made drones by 30% and bar imports of drones that
May 30, 2024
Health|News|US
New Kansas abortion clinic will open to help meet demand from restrictive neighboring states
A new abortion clinic is going to open in southeast Kansas this fall, bolstering the state’s role as a regional hub for reproductive health services since the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade
May 15, 2024
Education|News|US|World
Democratic divide on Gaza war, campus protests hurting Biden, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Democrats are deeply divided over President Joe Biden's handling of both the war in Gaza and the U.S. campus protests against it, a new Reuters
June 02, 2024
Education|News|US
Biden commemorates Brown v. Board of Education anniversary with White House meeting
U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday met with family members of the plaintiffs in the 1954 Supreme Court case Brown v.
July 02, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US to favor existing investors for Venezuela oil licenses, say sources
The U.S. is preparing to prioritize issuing limited licenses to operate in Venezuela to companies with existing oil production
May 31, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US import prices increase by the most in two years in April
U.S. import prices rose by the most in two years in April amid rising costs for energy products and other goods, suggesting that domestic inflation could remain elevated for a
May 31, 2024
Economy|News|US
US labor market fairly tight, broader economy losing steam
The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell last week, unwinding nearly half of the jump at the start of the month, indicating that
June 01, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Major brokerages retain US rate-cut view after soft inflation data
Top global brokerages have retained their expectations for when the U.S.
May 31, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
IMF: U.S. should keep open trade, work with China to resolve disputes
The U.S. would be better served by maintaining its open trade system rather than imposing new punitive duties on Chinese goods, the International Monetary Fund
May 31, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
White House's Brainard says China's exports can undermine investments in US
White House National Economic Adviser Lael Brainard said on Thursday China's industrial capacity and exports in certain sectors are so large, they can undermine the viability of
May 31, 2024
Americas|Asia|News|US|World
US defense chief plans to meet with Chinese counterpart in Singapore, US official says
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to meet with China's defense minister during a conference in Singapore later this month, a U.S. official said on Thursday.
June 01, 2024
Economy|News|US
Fed remains cautious on cuts even as data improves
Data this week offered the U.S.
June 01, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
The Dow's climb to a record 40,000 points
The Dow Jones Industrial Average, a laggard among the major U.S. stock indexes this year, got its moment in the spotlight on Thursday as
June 03, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Stocks edge up as timing of US rate cuts weighed; copper jumps
A world stock index rose for a seventh straight session and U.S.
July 02, 2024
News|US
US exploring limited easing of sanctions on Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler
The U.S.
June 01, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Trucks are rolling across a new US pier into Gaza. But challenges remain to getting enough aid in
Trucks carrying badly needed aid for the Gaza Strip have rolled across a newly built U.S. pier and into the besieged enclave for the first time
May 17, 2024
Health|MidEast|News|US|World
Trapped US doctors are out of Gaza, White House says
A group of U.S. medical workers left the Gaza Strip after getting stuck at the hospital where they were providing care, the White House said on Friday.
June 03, 2024
News|US
US State Dept issues worldwide alert amid threat of violence against LGBTQ+ community
The U.S.
June 03, 2024
News|US
US flag is sacred, White House says, amid flap involving Supreme Court's Alito
A report about a U.S. flag flying upside-down in January 2021 outside Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's home caused a furor in Washington, with the White House saying on
June 03, 2024
MidEast|News|World
US, Iran hold indirect talks on avoiding regional escalation, Axios reports
Two top Biden administration officials held indirect talks with Iranian counterparts this week in an effort to avoid escalating regional attacks, Axios reported on Friday.
June 04, 2024
Africa|Americas|News|US|World
US troops, equipment will depart from Niger by mid-September, the Pentagon says
American and Nigerien defense officials say U.S. troops ordered out of Niger by its ruling junta will complete their withdrawal from the West African country by the middle of September
May 19, 2024
Asia|Economy|News|US
China commerce ministry bans some US firms from import, export activities
China's Commerce Ministry said on Monday that it will prohibit some U.S. firms from importing and exporting activities related to China, including one selling arms to Taiwan, and
June 04, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court won't hear Maryland school district gender identity case
The U.S.
June 04, 2024
News|US|World
China sanctions ex-US lawmaker and supporter of Taiwan
China has banned former U.S. lawmaker Mike Gallagher from entering the country and taken other measures in response to his words and actions that "interfered in China's internal
June 05, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Yemen's Houthis say they downed US drone over al-Bayda province
Yemen's Houthis downed a U.S. MQ9 drone over al-Bayda province in southern Yemen, the Iran-aligned group's military spokesperson said in a televised statement on Tuesday.
June 05, 2024
US
Gene Pratter, federal judge overseeing Ozempic and Mounjaro lawsuits, dies at 75
U.S. District Judge Gene E
May 21, 2024
News|US|World
After Israel defense, US sees chance to entice Gulf allies on missile shield
The United States hopes defense meetings in Riyadh on Wednesday will help advance a long-standing goal of building a regional missile shield,
June 05, 2024
News|US|World
US-Saudi defense deal with civil nuclear component nears completion, official says
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have reached a "near final set of arrangements" for a defense pact that includes a civil nuclear component but
June 05, 2024
Economy|News|US
Democratic US lawmakers introduce bill to bar foreign payments to president
Democratic U.S. lawmakers introduced legislation on Tuesday that would bar the president and other top officials from accepting payments from foreign governments
June 05, 2024
News|Technology|US|World
US assesses Russia launched space weapon in path of American satellite
Russia last week launched a satellite that U.S. intelligence officials believe to be a weapon capable of inspecting and attacking other satellites, the U.S.
June 05, 2024
News|US|World
Trump foreign policy adviser urges sanctions on ICC officials after meeting Netanyahu
The United States should slap sanctions on International Criminal Court officials who seek an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a top foreign policy
June 05, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US|World
China takes measures against 12 U.S. military-linked firms
China said on Wednesday it had taken measures against 12 companies involved in the U.S. military-industrial complex and their senior executives, in response to the U.S. arming of
June 06, 2024
Business|Economy|US
Biden overtime pay rule challenged by US business groups
A coalition of U.S. business groups has filed a lawsuit seeking to block a Biden administration rule that would extend mandatory overtime pay to 4 million workers, saying
June 08, 2024
Economy|News|US
Yellen wants G7 'wall of opposition' to China's excess industrial capacity
U.S.
June 08, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Wall Street braces for faster trade settlement
U.S. trading moves to a shorter settlement on Tuesday, which regulators hope will reduce risk and improve efficiency in the world's largest
June 07, 2024
News|Economy|Environment|US
Norfolk Southern will pay $15 million fine as part of federal settlement over Ohio derailment
The federal government agreed to a $15 million fine for Norfolk Southern over last year’s disastrous derailment in East Palestine, Ohio
May 23, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Three US troops have non-combat injuries during Gaza pier operation
Three U.S. troops suffered non-combat injuries in the effort to make a temporary pier off the coast of Gaza into a conduit for humanitarian aid,
June 09, 2024
Business|Europe|Technology|US
US criticises Polish broadcast regulator over treatment of TVN Style
The US ambassador to Poland on Thursday criticised the country's broadcast regulator for questioning the ownership structure of US company TVN Style.
June 08, 2024
Business|Finance
TD Bank tops profit, says US still key market as anti-money laundering probe drags
TD Bank on Thursday reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings helped by strength in Canada and its wealth management unit, even as its U.S
June 08, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
More aid getting from US pier to people in Gaza, officials say, after troubled launch
U.S. officials say a six--day-old U.S. pier project in Gaza is starting to get more aid to Palestinians in need but conditions are challenging
May 23, 2024
Asia|Crime|News|US|World
Sydney judge says US ex-fighter pilot accused of training Chinese aviators can be extradited to US
A Sydney judge has ruled that former U.S. Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan can be extradited to the United States on allegations he illegally trained Chinese aviators, leaving the attorney-general as Duggan’s last hope of remaining in Australia
May 24, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US equity funds see massive weekly inflows on rate cut expectations
U.S. equity funds secured substantial inflows in the week ended May 22, buoyed by expectations that the U.S.
June 10, 2024
Africa|Americas|Business|Economy|US
US, Kenya look to strengthen business, trade ties
The U.S. and Kenya will hold a new round of trade talks next month, they said on Friday, as the two countries tout new business deals and look to boost
June 10, 2024
News|Political|Technology|US
Defense spending measure would bar Chinese lidar in U.S. military systems
A U.S. defense spending bill advanced by the House of Representatives this week contains a measure that would bar the use of Chinese-made lidar sensors in U.S. military
June 10, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
The US defense secretary will visit Cambodia, one of China's closest allies, after regional talks
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to make an official visit to Cambodia, one of China’s closest allies in Southeast Asia, after holding talks with his Chinese counterpart at an annual security conference in Singapore
May 25, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US|World
Mexico extradites security chief for sons of ex-Sinaloa Cartel head El Chapo
Mexico on Saturday extradited to the U.S.
June 11, 2024
Asia|US|World
US lawmakers visiting Taiwan this week
A delegation of U.S. lawmakers led by Michael McCaul, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, is visiting Taiwan this week, the de facto U.S. embassy said on Sunday.
June 11, 2024
News|US|World
Poland signs $735 million missile contract with U.S
Poland has signed a $735 million contract with the U.S. for the supply of JASSM-ER missiles, Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said on Tuesday, as the country spends
June 12, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US house price inflation slows in March, FHFA says
U.S. house price growth slowed sharply in March, likely as rising mortgage rates weighed on demand, data showed on Tuesday.
June 12, 2024
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|News|US|World
US opens up banking to private Cuban businesses as it aims to boost private sector
The U.S. is lifting some financial restrictions on Cuba in a move designed to boost private businesses on the island
May 28, 2024
News|US|World
US military pier temporarily removed from Gaza coast for repairs
A U.S. military-built pier off Gaza's coast is being temporarily removed after a part of the structure broke off, the Pentagon said on Tuesday, in the latest blow to efforts to
June 13, 2024
News|US
US sanctions Chinese individuals over COVID-related fraud, bomb threats
The U.S.
June 13, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US to suspend Gaza aid deliveries by sea after pier suffers weather damage -NBC
The U.S. military has suspended aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip by sea after bad weather damaged the temporary pier it had set up on the enclave's coast, NBC News reported on
June 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Wall Street ends lower amid rate concerns, higher bond yields
U.S. stocks fell on Wednesday amid further gains in Treasury yields and concern over the timing and scale of possible interest rate cuts from the Federal
June 14, 2024
Health|News|US|World
U.S. health secretary sees pandemic treaty deal as close
The top U.S. health official said on Wednesday it would be "tragic" for the world to miss out on key reforms to the global pandemic response and that a treaty deal was within reach,
June 12, 2024
Europe|News|US
Delivery of US weapons to Ukraine helping stabilize frontline, Blinken says
The delivery of U.S. weapons to Ukraine is helping stabilize the frontline of the battlefield, U.S.
June 14, 2024
MidEast|News|World
The US-built pier in Gaza broke apart. Here's how we got here and what might be next
A string of security, logistical and weather problems has battered the plan to deliver desperately needed humanitarian aid to Gaza through a U.S. military-built pier
May 29, 2024
News|Political|US
Federal probe urged of Black Lives Matter protest killing after Texas pardon
The attorneys general of more than a dozen states urged the U.S.
June 14, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court boosts NRA in free speech fight with New York official
The U.S.
June 17, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US pending home sales suffer largest drop in three years
Contract signings for U.S. home purchases fell by the most in three years in April and the overall level of activity was the lowest since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring
June 14, 2024
Asia|News|Technology|US|World
China's defence ministry condemns US missile deployment in Philippines
China's defence ministry on Thursday strongly condemned the deployment of a U.S. intermediate range missile system in the northern
June 17, 2024
Election|News|US
Biden campaign taps friend groups, social media, with unpredictable results
Andrea Dyess, 57, was already a Joe Biden fan, but after meeting him in her neighborhood of Racine, Wisconsin, in May, she has been talking
June 14, 2024
Crime|News|US
Reaction to Donald Trump being found guilty in New York hush money case
A New York jury on Thursday found Donald Trump guilty of falsifying business records to cover up a hush-money payment to a porn star, making him the first former U.S. president to
June 16, 2024
MidEast|News|World
US-British strikes leave 16 dead in Yemen, Houthi TV says
The Houthi's Al-Masirah television said on Friday 16 people had been killed and 35 wounded in U.S. and British strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah province.
June 17, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Failed Wall Street trades rate roughly stable under faster settlement
The rate of U.S. failed trades stood at 1.90% on Wednesday, a big test day for the recently implemented faster settlement cycle, roughly stable from Friday's
June 16, 2024
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Investors hold their breath for inflation data
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The time for waiting is almost over as inflation reports from Europe and the U.S. headline the day's agenda, with any kind of
June 17, 2024
MidEast|World
Yemen's Houthis say they launched attack on US aircraft carrier Eisenhower in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed
June 17, 2024
Election|News|US
Biden wants to talk abortion, Trump immigration in CNN debate
The presidential campaigns of Democrat Joe Biden and Republican Donald Trump know what they want to talk about in their high-stakes television debate next
June 17, 2024
Asia|News|US
US defence secretary raises concerns about China's military activity, Pentagon says
U.S.
June 17, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
US CFPB sues student loan servicer for illegal collections
The U.S.
June 18, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US|World
Blinken says Washington approved use of US weapons by Ukraine inside Russia
U.S.
June 17, 2024
News|US
US lawmakers ask FBI for briefing on GenScript Biotech's links to China
The U.S.
June 18, 2024
News|US
US shifts focus to China risks, Zelenskiy arrives at Asia defence meeting
U.S.
July 02, 2024
Asia|News
Chinese defence minister, Ukraine's Zelenskiy dominate Asian security conference
China's defence chief Dong Jun slammed "separatists" in Taiwan in an acerbic address on Sunday at the Shangri-La Dialogue, hours before Ukrainian President Volodmyr
June 18, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US construction spending slips again in April
U.S. construction spending fell unexpectedly for a second consecutive month in April on declines in non-residential activity, though outlays for single-family home building climbed to the
June 19, 2024
Economy|Finance|Travel|US
Lower-income Americans booked fewer hotels in April, dampening industry outlook
Lower-income Americans dialed back their travel spending in April as reduced savings, higher credit card delinquencies, and inflation weighed on household
June 20, 2024
News|US|World
G7 leaders 'fully endorse' Biden's Gaza peace plan
Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies "fully endorse and will stand behind the comprehensive" ceasefire and hostage release deal for the Gaza war outlined by U.S.
June 19, 2024
Election|News|US
Intelligence chairman says US may be less prepared for election threats than it was four years ago
The leader of the Senate Intelligence Committee says the U.S. may be less prepared for the threat of foreign disinformation ahead of this year's election than it was four years ago
June 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Wall Street's growth gasp as rates, dollar, oil skid
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan With a still-powerful "buy the dip" instinct in stocks, U.S. markets are having a rare bout of jitters about a slowing economy - with
June 20, 2024
News|US
US Senator Manchin encouraging industry to sue Treasury over EV tax credits
U.S.
June 20, 2024
Election|News|US|World
US expects continued close ties, human rights talks with India after elections
The U.S. said on Tuesday it expects continued close ties, along with discussions on human rights concerns, with India after elections in
June 20, 2024
News|US
Venezuela representatives, US officials meet over Citgo auction
Members of Venezuela's political opposition and the boards that supervise state-owned refiner Citgo Petroleum have met U.S. officials and lawmakers in recent days in a new effort
June 20, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US|World
U.S. strategic bomber drops precision weapon in drills with South Korea fighters
A U.S.
June 21, 2024
News|US|World
Kremlin says US is blackmailing China by threatening sanctions over exports to Russia
The Kremlin on Wednesday described comments by U.S.
June 21, 2024
Americas|News|World
Mexico nearing deal with US for direct deportations to home countries
Mexico and the United States are nearing an agreement for non-Mexican migrants to be deported directly to their home countries rather than Mexico, President Andres Manuel Lopez
June 23, 2024
News|US|World
Putin says U.S. courts are being used against Trump
President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia did not care who the next U.S. president was, as this would probably not
June 21, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
US imposes travel bans on Georgian officials over new law that critics say will curb media freedom
The Biden administration is imposing sanctions on dozens of Georgian officials and law enforcement authorities
June 06, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US has been in contact with Israel about strike on school in Gaza, State Dept says
The U.S. has been in contact with Israel about a strike on a school in Gaza on Thursday, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters, adding that Washington
June 24, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China strongly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, urges withdrawal
China is strongly opposed to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and urges Washington to withdraw them immediately, the defence ministry said on Friday.
June 25, 2024
Business|Technology|US
US lawmakers call to add China's CATL, Gotion to import ban list, WSJ reports
Chinese battery companies CATL and Gotion High Tech should be added immediately to a U.S. import ban list, a group of Republican lawmakers said, alleging their supply chains use forced
June 25, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
Biden, Macron talk Middle East and Ukraine during ceremonial state visit
Fresh from commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day, French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed U.S.
July 02, 2024
Election|US
Trump tells sweltering rally in Nevada he won't tax tips
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told a rally in Las Vegas on Sunday that he would seek to end taxation of income from tips, a
July 02, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US
Migrant arrests drop at US-Mexico border as Biden asylum ban rolls out
The number of migrants caught illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border dropped on Friday, a senior U.S. border official told Reuters, saying it signaled a
June 26, 2024
Australia|Crime|News|US
Australia PM condemns graffiti attack on US consulate in Sydney
Australian Prime Minster Anthony Albanese on Monday condemned vandalism of the U.S. consulate in Sydney after the building was defaced in what local media said appeared to be a pro-
June 25, 2024
News|US|World
US, Saudi Arabia close to finalizing draft security treaty, WSJ reports
The Biden administration is close to finalizing a treaty with Saudi Arabia that would commit the U.S. to help defend the Gulf nation as part of a deal aimed at encouraging
June 25, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Hamas official urges US to pressure Israel to end Gaza war
A senior Hamas official urged the United States on Monday to pressure Israel to end the war in Gaza, ahead of the planned visit on Monday by U.S.
June 26, 2024
News|Travel|US|World
King and queen of the Netherlands pay tribute to MLK during visit to Atlanta
The king and queen of the Netherlands have begun a four-day tour of the U.S. in Atlanta
June 10, 2024
US|World
US considering unilateral deal with Hamas on hostage release, NBC reports
U.S. officials have considered negotiating a unilateral deal with Palestinian Hamas militants to release five American hostages held in Gaza if ceasefire talks involving Israel
June 26, 2024
News|US
Supreme Court's Alito appears to back US return to 'godliness' in secret recording
Conservative U.S.
June 27, 2024
News|Travel|US|World
Dutch king and queen get a red-carpet welcome in Georgia, and a chance to show off their dance moves
The king and queen of the Netherlands are taking a day of their U.S. trip to visit Savannah, Georgia — a city that is both a historic gem and a growing powerhouse in global trade
June 11, 2024
Business|Crime|News|US
At Menendez trial, businessman recounts alleged bribe to senator
A New Jersey businessman testified this week at U.S.
June 27, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
Two US men jailed for conspiracy to sell Iranian oil to China
Two Texas men convicted by a U.S. jury in November of trying to sell Iranian petroleum in violation of sanctions imposed by Washington and of conspiracy to
June 27, 2024
News|US|World
Biden will work with French leaders, no matter who they are, White House says
U.S. President Joe Biden will work with the democratically elected leaders of France, no matter who they are, White House spokesman John Kirby said on Tuesday.
June 27, 2024
Europe|News|World
US widens sanctions on Russia to discourage countries such as China from doing business with Moscow
The United States has widened its sanctions against Russia as G7 leaders prepare to gather in Italy for a summit where top priorities will be boosting support for Ukraine and grinding down Russia’s war machine
June 12, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Turkey is anchored in the West despite split on Gaza, US envoy says
Turkey remains firmly anchored in the West and its partnership with the United States has never been stronger even as the sides remain split on
June 27, 2024
News|US
Biden administration touts quick Baltimore channel reopening
This week's reopening of Baltimore's main shipping channel - less than three months after the Key Bridge collapse - was due to expertise gained from a COVID-
June 27, 2024
Election|News|US
Presidential election a prime target for foreign disinformation, intelligence officials say
U.S. officials who track disinformation campaigns say they're issuing more warnings to political candidates, government officials and others targeted by foreign groups as America’s adversaries seek to influence the 2024 election
June 12, 2024
US
US lawmakers seek China patent data amid science pact talks
Republican lawmakers on Wednesday asked the U.S.
June 28, 2024
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|US
Russia, hit by new US sanctions, halts dollar and euro trade on main bourse
New U.S. sanctions against Russia have forced an immediate suspension of trading in dollars and euros on its leading financial marketplace, the Moscow
June 28, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US military urges de-escalation as Israel-Lebanon tensions rise
The U.S. military on Wednesday urged a de-escalation in rising tensions between Israel and Lebanon, and said U.S.
June 28, 2024
Asia|Business|Finance|US
US sanctions Hong Kong, UAE firms for dealing with Russian gold
The United States imposed sanctions on Wednesday on several Hong Kong firms, including VPower Finance Security, for aiding trade in gold produced by an already
June 28, 2024
News|US|World
US submarine pulls into Guantanamo Bay a day after Russian warships arrive in Cuba
A U.S. Navy submarine has pulled into Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in a show of force as a fleet of Russian warships gather for planned military exercises in the Caribbean
June 13, 2024
Asia|Economy|Finance|News|US|World
US govt returns $156 million worth of 1MDB funds to Malaysia, embassy says
The U.S. government has returned another $156 million to Malaysia in recovered assets linked to scandal-hit state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), taking the total
June 28, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US military says it destroyed Houthi patrol boats, drone
The U.S. military said on Thursday it destroyed two Houthi patrol boats, one uncrewed surface vessel and one drone over the Red Sea in its latest effort to
June 28, 2024
News|US
Biden poised to announce immigration relief for spouses of US citizens, sources say
U.S.
June 28, 2024
News|US|World
US House approves defense policy bill with divisive provision on abortion, transgender troops
The U.S.
June 28, 2024
Crime|News|US
Turkish writer, son accused of fleeing after crash arrested in US
U.S. authorities on Friday arrested a Turkish author and her 16-year-old
June 28, 2024
Business|Economy|US
US manufacturing group calls for stronger protection against Chinese imports
A policy group led by the United Steelworkers union and domestic manufacturers is calling for the U.S. to enact stronger trade barriers to Chinese imports after
June 28, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
US soldier tells Russian court he did not threaten to kill his girlfriend
U.S. soldier Gordon Black pleaded not guilty in a Russian court on Monday to charges of threatening to kill his girlfriend but admitted he was "partially" guilty of stealing from her,
June 28, 2024
Asia|World
China and Philippines quarrel over South China Sea collision
China and the Philippines traded accusations over a collision in the South China Sea on Monday, with Manila saying its armed forces
June 28, 2024
Business|Economy|Health|News|US
US states lose challenge to legal protections for workers who get abortions
A federal judge in Arkansas has tossed out a legal challenge by 17 Republican-led states to a U.S. agency rule giving workers who had abortions the same legal
June 28, 2024
News|Technology|US|World
India and US vow to boost defense, trade ties in first high-level US visit since Modi's election win
India and the U.S. have pledged to boost defense and technology cooperation and remove long-standing barriers to bilateral strategic trade, following a meeting between the national security advisers of both countries
June 18, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China accuses U.S. of "malign intention" to discredit its COVID vaccines
China's embassy in the Philippines accused the U.S. military of "hypocrisy, malign intention and double standards" in response to a report of secret U.S. campaign to undermine
June 30, 2024
Asia|News|Political
US lawmakers seek to reduce China's dominance of critical mineral supplies
The chair and top Democrat on the House select committee on China will announce Tuesday they are launching a bipartisan working group to reduce China's
July 01, 2024
Asia|News|Technology|US
Senator says US needs to 'up our game' on tracking Chinese tech efforts
The chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee said on Tuesday that U.S. intelligence agencies need to do a better job in tracking Chinese advanced
July 01, 2024
Economy|Europe|News|US
US imposes sanctions targeting Bosnian Serb leader Dodik's network of firms
The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on two individuals and a network of companies generating wealth for Bosnian Serb nationalist leader Milorad Dodik and his family,
July 01, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US|World
Assault on US avocado inspectors in Mexican state led to suspension of inspections
Two employees of the U.S. Agriculture Department were assaulted and temporarily held by assailants in the Mexican state of Michoacan, prompting the U.S. government to suspend inspections of avocado and mango shipments
June 18, 2024
Crime|News|Political|US|World
US soldier convicted of theft in Russia and sentenced to nearly 4 years in prison
A court in Russia’s far eastern city of Vladivostok has convicted a visiting American soldier of stealing and making threats of murder, and it sentenced him to three years and nine months in prison
June 19, 2024
Asia|US
US wants Netherlands, Japan to further restrict chipmaking equipment to China
A U.S. official was heading to Japan after meeting with the Dutch government to urge the allies to further restrict China's ability to produce cutting-
July 02, 2024
MidEast|News|Uncategorized|US|Videos|World
US army kills senior Islamic State official in Syria
The U.S.
July 02, 2024
News|US
RFK Jr faces midnight deadline to qualify for CNN presidential debate
Time is running out for Robert F.
July 02, 2024
News|US|World
U.S. military's stop-start Gaza pier to resume operations, officials say
The U.S. military's on-again, off-again floating pier in Gaza is expected to resume operations on Thursday to unload sorely needed humanitarian aid for Palestinians, two U.S.
July 02, 2024
Asia|News|World
Rights group accuses Vietnam misleading US on human trafficking
Vietnam instructed its officials to withhold information from Washington to paint the country's efforts to tackle human trafficking in a better light, a campaign
July 02, 2024
News|US
Yellen says Biden's China tariffs are strategic, Trump's would raise costs
U.S.
July 02, 2024
Health|News|US
Biden-era policy against hospital web trackers unlawful, judge rules
A federal judge in Texas on Thursday ruled that guidance issued by President Joe Biden's administration that bars hospitals and other medical providers from using online tracking
June 20, 2024
Africa|Crime|News|Travel
US tourist killed in Zambia elephant attack, the second this year
Zambian officials say a U.S. tourist has been killed by an elephant in the city of Livingstone, the second such attack in the country this year
June 21, 2024
Business|Finance|Technology|US
US proposes rules to stop Americans from investing in Chinese technology with military uses
The Treasury Department has fleshed out its proposed rule that would restrict and monitor U.S. investments in China for artificial intelligence, computer chips and quantum computing
June 21, 2024
Asia|Crime|World
New Delhi in touch with family of Indian suspect in Sikh murder plot in US
New Delhi is in touch with the family of an Indian man who is accused of plotting with an Indian government official to kill a Sikh separatist in the United
June 21, 2024
Business|Technology
Kremlin says US decision to ban Kaspersky software designed to stifle competition
The Kremlin said on Friday that a U.S. decision to ban sales of Kaspersky's software was a typical move by Washington to stifle foreign competition with American products.
June 21, 2024
Asia|News|World
US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea as a show of force against nuclear-armed North Korea
A nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea for a three-way exercise involving Japan as they step up military training to cope with North Korean threats, which have escalated following a security pact with Russia
June 22, 2024
News|US|World
U.S. East Asia envoy says South China Sea situation deeply concerning
U.S.
June 22, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at 'all-time high'
A senior U.S. diplomat has held talks in Vietnam and said that the trust between the two countries is at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi
June 22, 2024
Crime|MidEast|News|US|World
US military says it destroyed three Houthi vessels in Red Sea
U.S. forces destroyed three Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed surface vessels in the Red Sea in the past 24 hours, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Saturday.
June 23, 2024
News|US|World
Houthi claim of attack on US aircraft carrier false, US officials say
A claim by Yemen's Houthi group on Saturday that its forces had attacked the U.S. aircraft carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower in the Red Sea is false, two U.S. officials told Reuters.
June 22, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
China says it reserves right to take measures against US planned investment curbs
China is gravely concerned and firmly opposed to U.S. proposed rules for curbing certain investments in China, and reserves the right to take corresponding measures, the Chinese
June 24, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US struggles with shaky relations and troop cuts in African nations as military leaders meet
The forced U.S. troop withdrawals from bases in Niger and Chad and the potential to shift some troops to other nations in West Africa will be key issues as the top U.S. military officer meets with his counterparts at a conference
June 24, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Netanyahu says he won't agree to a deal that ends the war in Gaza, testing the latest truce proposal
The viability of a U.S.-backed proposal to wind down the 8-month-long war in Gaza has been cast into doubt after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would only agree to a “partial” cease-fire deal that would not end the war
June 24, 2024
Europe|News|World
Russia summons the American ambassador over a deadly attack that Moscow says used US-made missiles
The Russian Foreign Ministry has summoned the American ambassador to protest what it says was the use of U.S.-made advanced missiles in a Ukrainian attack on Russian-annexed Crimea that reportedly killed four people and wounded more than 150
June 24, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court gives pharma companies a chance to thwart terrorism-funding lawsuit
The U.S.
July 03, 2024
Africa|Americas|News|US|World
US military looks for West Africa 'Plan B' after Niger ousting
The top U.S. general is making a rare trip to Africa to discuss ways to preserve some of the U.S. presence in West Africa after Niger decided to kick out the U.S.
July 03, 2024
Asia|Business|Technology|US
US probing China Telecom, China Mobile over internet, cloud risks
The Biden administration is investigating China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom over concerns the firms could exploit access to American data through
June 24, 2024
News|US
US shocked by video of wounded Palestinian tied to Israeli military jeep
The U.S.
July 03, 2024
Americas|News|US|World
US ambassador visits conflict-ridden Mexican state to expedite avocado inspections
United States Ambassador Ken Salazar has praised Mexico’s effort protect American agricultural inspectors in the conflict-ridden state of Michoacan on Monday, a week after the U.S. suspended avocado and mango inspections following an attack on inspectors
June 25, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Philippines seeking U.S. clarification on anti-vax propaganda operation
The Philippines is still seeking clarification from the Pentagon about a secret U.S. propaganda operation that aimed to cast doubt among Filipinos about Chinese vaccines at the
June 25, 2024
Africa|News|US|World
With Niger exit, US intelligence dims on growing West Africa insurgencies
As the U.S. military packs up what is left of its equipment and counter-terrorism personnel in Niger, American officials are warning it is becoming increasingly
June 25, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|US
US welcomes Vietnam minister for economic talks days after Putin visits Hanoi
The U.S. welcomed Vietnam's planning and investment minister on Tuesday for talks on enhancing economic cooperation, and said ties were
June 25, 2024
Africa|News|World
Expanding extremist groups in Africa fuel worries that they could attack the US or Western allies
Violent extremist groups linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State group are growing in size and influence across Africa, fueling worries that as they improve their tactics, they could attack the U.S. or Western allies
June 25, 2024
News|US|World
China rejects U.S. envoy's comment that it hinders people-to-people exchanges
China's foreign ministry described as "far-fetched" on Wednesday remarks by U.S.
June 26, 2024
News|US
Biden announces process to pardon US veterans convicted by military for gay sex
President Joe Biden issued a proclamation on Wednesday that would set in motion a process to pardon U.S. veterans convicted by the military for
June 26, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court poised to permit emergency abortions in Idaho, Bloomberg reports
The U.S.
June 26, 2024
News|World
Pakistan defence minister criticises US House call for probe into election
Pakistan's defence minister on Wednesday criticised a U.S.
June 26, 2024
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US
US, Japan, South Korea vow strategic cooperation to boost security, economies
Commerce and trade ministers from the United States, Japan and South Korea vowed on Wednesday to cooperate on strategic issues including artificial
June 26, 2024
News|US
Senior US Republican demands Biden administration shut Gaza aid pier
The Republican lawmaker who leads the House Armed Services Committee has written to the Biden administration formally demanding it shut down its aid pier off the
June 27, 2024
News|US
Biden's shaky Trump debate alarms Democrats, raises questions for his campaign
U.S.
June 28, 2024
Asia|Crime|News|US|World
Japan protests sex assault cases involving US military on Okinawa and their delayed disclosure
Japan’s government has protested to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo over at least two sexual assault cases involving American servicemembers on the southern Japanese island of Okinawa which have only recently been made public
June 28, 2024
Americas|Asia|News|US|World
India says it rejects "deeply biased" US religious freedom report
New Delhi on Friday rejected the U.S.
June 28, 2024
Election|News|US
Biden campaign says raised $14m on debate day and the morning after
Joe Biden's campaign said on Friday it raised $14 million on the day of the U.S. presidential debate and on the morning after, as the Democratic president's problematic
June 28, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court raises bar for obstruction charge against Trump, Jan. 6 rioters
The U.S.
June 28, 2024
MidEast|News|World
‘Carry your son and run’: Gaza families describe fleeing Rafah under Israeli fire
Displaced Palestinian families in southern Gaza have fled intensifying Israeli fire in the north Rafah to seek shelter elsewhere
June 28, 2024
News|US|World
US Supreme Court declines to keep Trump ally Bannon out of prison
The U.S.
June 28, 2024
Asia|News|Political|World
Maldives US envoy says China, US and India are all important partners
The Maldives, which has raised U.S. and Indian concerns by signing defense agreements with China, sees all the big powers in the Indo-Pacific as important partners and considers
June 28, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US to send Ukraine air defense missiles in next aid package-officials
The Biden administration will provide Ukraine with $150 million worth of weapons and ammunition, including HAWK air defense interceptors and 155 millimeter
June 28, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court sidesteps dispute on state laws regulating social media
The U.S.
July 01, 2024
News|US
Biden tailpipe emission rules on shakier ground after Supreme Court ruling
A U.S.
July 01, 2024
News|Technology|US|World
Russia is studying an intact U.S. ATACMS missile guidance system, says RIA
Russian forces have captured an intact guidance system from a long-range U.S.-made ATACMS missile and are studying the American military technology, Russia's RIA state news agency said on
July 01, 2024
News|US
Reactions to Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity case
Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for official actions taken as president, but can for private acts, the U.S.
July 01, 2024
Americas|News|World
US and Panama sign agreement that aims to close the Darién Gap to ‘illegal migrants’
US and Panama sign agreement that aims to close the Darién Gap to ‘illegal migrants’
July 01, 2024
Americas|News|World
Ahead of election, Venezuela's Maduro says he has agreed to resume negotiations with United States
President Nicolás Maduro says Venezuela’s government plans to resume negotiations with the U.S. government this week
July 01, 2024
Economy|News|Political|Technology|World
UN adopts Chinese resolution with US support on closing the gap in access to artificial intelligence
The U.N. General Assembly has adopted a Chinese-sponsored resolution urging wealthy and developed nations to close the widening gap with poorer developing countries and ensure they have equal opportunities to use and benefit from artificial intelligence
July 02, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
US deported Chinese migrants on charter flight, Homeland Security says
The United States deported Chinese people who sought to enter the country illegally back to China over the weekend in the first large charter flight since 2018, the Department
July 02, 2024
Americas|Asia|News|US|World
US deports 116 Chinese migrants in first 'large' flight in 5 years
The Department of Homeland Security says it has deported 116 Chinese migrants from the United States in the first “large charter flight” in five years
July 02, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
Biden to give first post-debate televised interview with ABC News
U.S.
July 02, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court's immunity ruling could exclude evidence against Trump
The U.S.
July 02, 2024
News|US
Restaurants ban young customers, video captures massive sinkhole and a rare dinosaur find: Catch up on the day’s stories
A massive sinkhole opened up at a soccer field and swallowed a light pole after a mine underground collapsed in Alton, Illinois.
June 27, 2024
Environment|News|US|World
5 things to know for June 27: Debate day, Supreme Court, Bolivia coup attempt, Midwest flooding, Cell phone ban
A house close to the failing Rapidan Dam in southern Minnesota partially collapsed after rushing water eroded the area for days.
June 27, 2024
Election|US
Social conservatives push Trump to back federal role on abortion
A leading U.S. anti-abortion group on Tuesday warned Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump not to water down language in the party
July 02, 2024
Economy|Finance
Yen drops to 38-year low, US dollar slumps after weak data
The yen sank to a 38-year low against the U.S. dollar and a record trough versus the euro on Wednesday, as the Japanese unit continued its downward
July 03, 2024
MidEast|News|World
U.S. envoy to hold talks in Paris on defusing Israel-Hezbollah conflict, NYT reports
U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein plans to meet French officials in Paris on Wednesday to discuss ways to defuse the escalating cross-border fire between Hezbollah and the Israeli military, the
July 03, 2024
Election|Health|News|World
5 things to know for July 3: Presidential race, Hurricane Beryl, India crowd crush, Alzheimer’s treatment, Ukraine aid
5 things to know for July 3: Presidential race, Hurricane Beryl, India crowd crush, Alzheimer’s treatment, Ukraine aid
July 03, 2024
Environment|News|US
To save spotted owls, US officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species
U.S. wildlife officials are embracing a contentious plan to deploy trained shooters into dense West Coast forests to kill almost a half-million barred owls in coming decades
July 03, 2024
Economy|News|US
US service sector sags in June as orders sink
A measure of U.S. services sector activity slumped to a four-year low in June amid a sharp drop in orders, potentially hinting at a loss of momentum in the economy at the end of
July 03, 2024
Election|News|Opinion|US
Trump leads Biden in new polls by New York Times, Wall Street Journal
Donald Trump has established a sizable lead over President Joe Biden in the White House race since the two candidates debated last week, according to separate opinion polls
July 03, 2024
Arts|Entertainment|Food|Travel
Unexpected turn for retirees, parade letdown, harmful additive in sodas: Catch up on the day’s stories
Are we in Italy?? Nope, we’re in Providence! Derek Van Dam explores the deep Italian-American roots of Rhode Island’s capital city via gondola, equipped with its own singing gondolier. For lunch, we visit the birthplace of the grilled pizza. For more, check out America’s Best Town’s to Visit.
July 03, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance
Market mood bright, liquidity light
A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
July 03, 2024
Election|News|US
Democratic governors vow to stand with Biden after shaky debate performance
The Democratic governors of New York, Minnesota and Maryland on Wednesday said they would support President Joe Biden's reelection bid after a candid discussion with him about
July 03, 2024
Election|News|US|World
Trump presidency would cause spike in US bond yields, says Edmond de Rothschild investment boss
A win for Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election in November would herald a spike in long-term U.S.
July 04, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Labor in focus - US jobs, new UK government
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan While U.S. markets return from the Independence day holiday to assess significant cooling of the labor market stateside, British
July 05, 2024
News|US|World
US to complete withdrawal from Niger's Air Base 101 on Sunday
The U.S. military is set to complete the withdrawal on Sunday of its personnel from Niger's Air Base 101 in the nation's capital and then will shift its focus to
July 05, 2024
Election|US
86% of Democrats say they would vote for Biden, WSJ poll finds
Eighty-six percent of Democrats said they would vote for U.S.
July 05, 2024
US|World
US troops pull out of Niger's Air Base 101
The U.S. military withdrew its personnel from Niger's Air Base 101 near the airport in the capital Niamey on Sunday, ahead of its exit from a major drone base near the desert city
July 07, 2024
Election|US
Investors chart possible moves as pressure mounts on Biden
With doubts growing about whether President Joe Biden will remain a candidate for re-election in 2024, some investors are preparing to game
July 08, 2024
Election|Health|World
5 things to know for July 8: Presidential race, Hurricane Beryl, France election, Covid-19, Boeing plea deal
5 things to know for July 8: Presidential race, Hurricane Beryl, France election, Covid-19, Boeing plea deal
July 08, 2024
Election|News|Political|US
'I am not going anywhere,' Biden tells MSNBC
U.S. President Joe Biden vowed to stay in the presidential race on Monday, saying he is confident the average voter still wants him on the Democratic ticket.
July 08, 2024
Business|Economy|US
U.S. to expand control of land sales to foreigners near 56 additional military sites
New Treasury rulemaking would expand the U.S. Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States’ jurisdiction to review land sales near 56 additional military sites, bringing the overall number to 227
July 08, 2024
News|US
Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's, White House says after NYT report
U.S.
July 08, 2024
Business|US
Conservative group rolls out $4 million ad buy to boost US Republicans in congressional races
AFP Action, a major conservative advocacy group backed by billionaire Charles Koch, is rolling out over $4 million worth of digital ads starting on Monday
July 08, 2024
Education|News|US|World
Today in History: July 9, 14th Amendment ratified
Today in History: July 9, 14th Amendment ratified
July 01, 2024
Asia|News|US
No rift over cost of U.S. troops in South Korea if Trump elected, says former Trump adviser
South Korea and the U.S. will reach agreement on sharing the cost of U.S. troops in the country if Donald Trump is elected president, even though he
July 09, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US economy no longer overheated, Fed's Powell tells Congress
The U.S. is "no longer an overheated economy" with a job market that has cooled from its pandemic-era extremes and in many ways is back where
July 09, 2024
Finance|News|Technology|US
US Treasury's Yellen: China AI investment restrictions are narrowly targeted
U.S. targeting of certain investments in artificial intelligence in China is narrowly targeted at clear national security risks, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told lawmakers
July 09, 2024
Election|News|US
House GOP wants proof of citizenship to vote, boosting an election-year talking point
The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to vote on a proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration
July 10, 2024
Europe|News|Political|US|World
UK defense chief: NATO members need to spend beyond 2% defense target
British Defence Secretary John Healey said on Wednesday other NATO members would need to go beyond the alliance's target of committing 2% of GDP to military
July 10, 2024
Europe|News|Political|US|World
UK Prime Minister Starmer says special relationship with US is stronger than ever
Britain's new prime minister, Keir Starmer, on Wednesday hailed the special relationship between the UK and U.S. at his first one-on-one meeting with President Joe Biden, where
July 10, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
Russia to counter 'threatening' US deployment of long-range missiles in Germany
Russia will act to counter the planned U.S. deployment of long-range missiles in Germany, the Kremlin said on Thursday, as it regarded the NATO military alliance's
July 11, 2024
Europe|News|Technology|US|World
US, Canada and Finland look to build more icebreakers to counter Russia in the Arctic
The United States, Canada and Finland will work together to build up their icebreaker fleets as they look to bolster their defenses in the Arctic, where Russia is increasingly active
July 11, 2024
Business|News|US
US, Canada, Finland launch effort to build ice-breaking ships as China and Russia cooperate in Arctic
The U.S., Canada and Finland will form a consortium to build icebreaker ships, a senior U.S. administration official said, a move intended to bolster the
July 11, 2024
News|US|World
US to wind down Gaza pier operations soon, Pentagon says
The U.S. military's humanitarian pier off the coast of Gaza, which has been hampered by bad weather and aid distribution problems, will shut down soon, President Joe Biden's
July 11, 2024
Asia|Education|News|US
Kansas researcher wins reversal of conviction in Trump-era China probe
A U.S. appeals court on Thursday tossed the conviction of a former University of Kansas professor for making a false statement related to work he was doing in China, marking
July 11, 2024
News|US
Biden says Israel-Gaza war should end now and Israel must not occupy Gaza
U.S.
July 11, 2024
Crime|Economy|News|US
5 things to know for July 12: Presidential race, Economy, Alec Baldwin trial, Immigration, Auto dealer outage
5 things to know for July 12: Presidential race, Economy, Alec Baldwin trial, Immigration, Auto dealer outage
July 12, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
A big change could come to the US economy in September
A big change could come to the US economy in September
July 12, 2024
News|US
Sullivan talks to Indian counterpart days after Indian PM Modi's Russia visit
U.S.
July 12, 2024
Asia|Business|US
China's vice commerce ministry meets Walmart CEO McLay
China's Vice Minister of Commerce Wang Shouwen met the chief executive officer of Walmart Inc, Kathryn McLay, on Friday, the commerce ministry said in a statement.
July 13, 2024
News|World
China blasts US Tibet-China dispute bill, vows to defend its interests
China expressed strong opposition on Saturday to a U.S. law signed by President Joe Biden that presses Beijing to resolve a dispute over Tibet's demands for greater autonomy, vowing to "
July 13, 2024
Election|US
No security changes planned for RNC despite Trump assassination attempt
U.S. federal officials charged with security at the Republican Party's convention, set to kick off in Milwaukee this week, are not
July 14, 2024
Asia|News|Opinion|Technology|US|World
Trump’s ‘luck’ and American ‘violence’ are the talk of China’s internet
Trump’s ‘luck’ and American ‘violence’ are the talk of China’s internet
July 15, 2024
Business|Economy|US
Union workers at downsizing tractor factory weigh Biden vs. Trump
For workers at CNH Industrial's sprawling tractor plant just outside Racine, Wisconsin, debate over whether President Joe Biden or former President
July 15, 2024
Economy|News|US
What Republicans won't say and Democrats don't like to discuss about US inflation
If the deep split in U.S. politics makes characterizations of economic data a dependable tell about party affiliation, the coming Republican and Democratic
July 15, 2024
Election|US
JD Vance once compared Trump to Hitler. Now, he is Trump's vice president-elect
Eight years ago, in the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election, JD Vance was a bitter critic of Donald Trump.
July 15, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance
China misery deepens, US curve steepens
A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
July 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Biden campaign to resume advertising this week after Trump shooting
U.S.
July 16, 2024
News|US
US Senator Menendez convicted at corruption trial, cementing political downfall
U.S.
July 16, 2024
US
With Trump VP pick J.D. Vance, Silicon Valley conservatives land a 'tech bro' on the ticket
Donald Trump's choice of J.D.
July 16, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Trade fears hamper tech stocks, dollar falls amid rate cut talk
Global equity indexes mostly fell on Wednesday as possible U.S. trade curbs on chip equipment pulled tech stocks lower, while Treasury yields and the dollar both hit
July 17, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US
US considering tougher trade rules in chip crackdown on China, Bloomberg News reports
The Biden administration has informed allies that it is considering using the most severe trade restrictions available for China if companies including Tokyo Electron and ASML Holding NV
July 17, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
ASML shares fall 10% as China risks cloud solid Q2 earnings
Shares in ASML, the biggest supplier of computer chip- making equipment, fell sharply on Wednesday on the prospect pressure from the U.S.
July 17, 2024
Business|Technology
Small caps soar in catch-up rotation, Trump jars Taiwan
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July 17, 2024
Political|US|World
US aid vetting failures may have benefited militants in Afghanistan, watchdog finds
Two State Department bureaus could not prove compliance with internal policies for vetting aid groups in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan that received $293 million
July 17, 2024
News|US|World
US military ends Gaza floating pier mission to bring aid to Palestinians by sea
The U.S. military announced on Wednesday that its mission to install and operate a temporary, floating pier off the coast of Gaza was complete,
July 17, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
US SEC sues Digital World's former CEO alleging securities fraud
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday sued Patrick Orlando, ex-chief of Digital World Acquisition Corp that helped former U.S.
July 17, 2024
Election|News|US
US judge dismisses Republican challenge over counting of post-Election Day mail ballots in Nevada
A federal judge has dismissed a Republican-backed lawsuit that sought to bar Nevada from counting mail ballots received after Election Day
July 17, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
Russia sentences U.S. national Leake to 13 years in jail for drug smuggling
A Russian court on Thursday sentenced U.S. citizen Michael Travis Leake to 13 years in prison on drug smuggling charges, Moscow's court service said in a statement.
July 18, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
Russia says it may deploy nuclear missiles in response to US weapons in Germany
Russia does not rule out new deployments of nuclear missiles in response to the planned U.S. stationing of long-range conventional weapons in Germany, Deputy Foreign
July 18, 2024
Election|US
Climate groups split over whether Biden should 'pass the torch'
Green groups are split over whether President Joe Biden should step aside for another Democrat in the U.S. election, with some concerned his weakening
July 18, 2024
Election|News|US
The $95-million question: What happens to Biden's campaign money?
President Joe Biden's reelection campaign had a massive bank account when he dropped out of the race, but Republican candidate Donald Trump has
July 18, 2024
News|US
Democratic US Rep. Raskin asked Biden to consider quitting race
Democratic U.S.
July 18, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US appeals court orders judge to reconsider Biden ESG investing rule
A U.S. appeals court on Thursday ordered a Texas judge to reconsider his decision upholding a Biden administration rule that allows socially conscious investing by
July 18, 2024
Europe|News|Opinion|Political|US|World
Europe faces a hostile Russia and the prospect of an isolationist US. Unity is more crucial than ever
Europe faces a hostile Russia and the prospect of an isolationist US. Unity is more crucial than ever
July 19, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
Russian court jails US reporter Gershkovich for 16 years in spying case his employer calls a sham
A Russian court found U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich guilty of espionage on Friday and sentenced him to 16 years in a maximum security penal
July 19, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Stock market today: Wall Street finishes worst week since April with more losses
U.S. stocks slumped following another washout
July 19, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
Biden will return to campaign trail next week, campaign says
U.S.
July 19, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Blinken says will see Chinese counterpart in Laos next week
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday that he speaks with his Chinese counterpart fairly regularly, adding that he will see him next week in Laos.
July 19, 2024
News|US|World
Panel studying US war in Afghanistan holds first public hearing
A commission created by Congress to conduct an independent review of the 20-year U.S. war in Afghanistan held its first public hearing on Friday, pledging to
July 19, 2024
Technology|World
US-Japan Patriot missile production plan hits Boeing component roadblock
A U.S. plan to use Japanese factories to boost production of Patriot air defence missiles - used by Ukraine to defend against Russian attacks - is being
July 20, 2024
News|Opinion|US|World
US criticizes ICJ opinion on Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories
The U.S. criticized "the breadth" of the top U.N. court's opinion that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories is illegal, with Washington saying it
July 20, 2024
News|Technology|US
US to take 'hard look' at fighter project, top official says
The U.S. will closely dissect its plans for a Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) platform - a future family of fighters and drones - before deciding
July 20, 2024
Election|News|Political|US
Text of Biden statement on him stepping aside as candidate
U.S. President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign on Sunday after fellow Democrats lost faith in his mental acuity and ability to beat Donald Trump.
July 21, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Israel's Netanyahu walks political tightrope on Washington trip following Biden's exit from race
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is headed to Washington, leaving behind a brutal war to make a politically precarious speech before a joint session of Congress
July 21, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US|World
Global markets close higher amid upheaval in US presidential race
Global markets close higher amid upheaval in US presidential race
July 22, 2024
News|US
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear endorses Harris amid speculation if he's in running to join the ticket
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he spoke with Vice President Kamala Harris soon after she became the prohibitive favorite to lead the Democratic ticket
July 22, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Iraq eyes drawdown of US-led forces starting September, sources say
Iraq wants troops from a U.S.-led military coalition to begin withdrawing in September and to formally end the coalition's work by September 2025
July 22, 2024
News|US
Pentagon reaffirms support for Ukraine in first defense heads call since Biden's campaign exit
U.S.
July 23, 2024
Business|News|Technology|US
Trump says Taiwan stole America’s chip industry. But that’s not true
Trump says Taiwan stole America’s chip industry. But that’s not true
July 24, 2024
Asia|News
Beijing and Manila made a deal in the South China Sea. But they’re already at odds over what was agreed
Beijing and Manila made a deal in the South China Sea. But they’re already at odds over what was agreed
July 24, 2024
News|US|World
Russia accuses US of stoking tensions in the Arctic
Russia on Wednesday accused Washington of stoking tensions in the Arctic and dismissed assertions from the U.S. military that increasing cooperation between Russia and China in the
July 24, 2024
MidEast|World
Gaza ceasefire negotiations appear to be in closing stages, senior US official says
Negotiations on a ceasefire-for-hostages deal in the Gaza conflict appear to be in their closing stages and U.S.
July 24, 2024
News|US
Acting Secret Service director to testify before Senate committees
The acting director of the U.S.
July 24, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US economy regains speed in second quarter; price pressures easing
The U.S. economy grew faster than expected in the second quarter amid solid gains in consumer spending and business investment, but inflation pressures
July 25, 2024
Economy|News|US
Amid tensions with China, some US states are purging Chinese companies from their investments
Some U.S. states are scrapping investments in Chinese companies amid tensions between countries with the world's largest economies
July 25, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Israeli officials criticize Harris' call for end to Gaza war
Israeli officials criticized U.S.
July 26, 2024
News|US
U.S. told Philippines it made ‘missteps’ in secret anti-vax propaganda effort
The U.S.
July 26, 2024
Finance|Stock Markets|US
Treasury likely to keep most auction sizes steady for now
The U.S. Treasury Department is likely to announce next week that it will keep most of its coupon-bearing U.S.
July 26, 2024
News|US
Soda Pop Wars: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear apologizes for barb, but not to Sen. JD Vance
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has apologized for a comment about Ohio Sen. JD Vance earlier this week — but not to Vance
July 26, 2024
News|World
How might Netanyahu's visit to the US affect cease-fire efforts?
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's controversial trip to the United States comes as ceasefire talks to broker an end to the raging war in Gaza and bring about a hostage-for-prisoners exchange hang in the balance
July 26, 2024
Environment|World
US, Brazil to work together on climate partnership, says Yellen
The U.S. and Brazilian governments announced a climate partnership agenda on Friday, seeking to deepen ties on an issue they seen as key
July 26, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China's foreign minister warns Philippines over US missile deployment
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has warned the Philippines over the U.S. intermediate-range missile deployment, saying such a move could fuel regional tensions and spark an arms
July 27, 2024
News|US|World
Russia's Lavrov says US-South Korea nuclear guideline adds concern, media reports
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday a recently announced guideline on the operation of U.S. nuclear assets on the Korean peninsula is certain to add security
July 27, 2024
News|US|World
Blinken pays respects in Vietnam after death of Communist Party leader
U.S.
July 27, 2024
Asia|Business|US
Fuyao Glass says Ohio unit not target of investigation after Homeland Security raids
Chinese automotive glass maker Fuyao Glass Industry Group said the United States government agencies searched its subsidiary on July 26 in Ohio as part of an ongoing investigation
July 28, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
Russia's Putin vows 'mirror measures' in response to U.S. missiles in Germany
Russia may deploy new strike weapons in response to the planned U.S. stationing of longer-range and hypersonic missiles in Germany, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday
July 28, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US home insurers suffer biggest loss of century in 2023
U.S. home insurers suffered their worst underwriting loss this century in 2023, as a toxic mix of natural disasters, inflation and population growth in at-risk areas put a vital financial
July 28, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US
Attorney for cartel leader 'El Mayo’ Zambada says his client was kidnapped and brought to the US
The lawyer of a powerful Mexican drug cartel leader who is now in U.S. custody is pushing back against claims that his client was tricked into flying into the country
July 28, 2024
US
US discusses with India need for peace in Ukraine amid reported Modi visit plan
U.S.
July 28, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US|World
Joaquín Guzmán López, son of ‘El Chapo,’ surrendered to authorities, Mexico says, citing US authorities
Joaquín Guzmán López, son of ‘El Chapo,’ surrendered to authorities, Mexico says, citing US authorities
July 29, 2024
News|Sports|US|World
Paris Olympics Day 2: Simone Biles and LeBron James shine as Americans step up at the Games
On the first sunny day of the Paris Olympics, the stars from the United States shined bright
July 28, 2024
Election|News|Political|US
Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
July 29, 2024
Business|Finance|News|US
Calmer, but for how long?
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Alun John, EMEA breaking news correspondent, finance and markets Things are feeling calmer on Monday morning, though we will see how long that
July 29, 2024
Economy|News|Political|US|World
Ukraine aid package valued at up to $200 million, White House says
The United States announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine on Monday that is valued at up to $200 million and includes air defenses and anti-tank weapons, White
July 29, 2024
MidEast|News|Uncategorized|US|World
US CENTCOM says it destroyed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle in Yemen
U.S.
July 29, 2024
News|US
Judge permanently blocks part of Florida’s ‘Stop WOKE Act’
Judge permanently blocks part of Florida’s ‘Stop WOKE Act’
July 30, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
US pledges funds to boost Philippine defences amid China disputes
The United States on Tuesday pledged funding of $500 million for the Philippines' military and coast guard in a big show of support for Manila as it
July 30, 2024
Africa|Economy|News|US
S Africa confident of U.S. trade status despite unease over foreign policy
South Africa's trade minister said on Tuesday he is confident his country will maintain preferential trade status with the U.S. despite
July 30, 2024
News|US
US says start of new China tariffs will be delayed by at least two weeks
The U.S.
July 30, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
U.S. job openings fall slightly to 8.2 million as high interest rates slowly cool a hot labor market
U.S. job openings fell slightly last month, a sign that the American labor market continues to cool in the face of high interest rates
July 30, 2024
Health|News|Science
Why does Covid surge in the summer? Dr. Gupta explains possible reasons
CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains possible reasons why the Covid-19 virus surges during the summer.
August 16, 2024
Americas|News|US
Washington mulls individual sanctions following Venezuelan election
The U.S. is considering fresh sanctions on Venezuela following disputed results in the country's presidential election, with
July 30, 2024
MidEast|News|World
US to pursue diplomacy to avoid escalation of Israel-Hezbollah conflict
The U.S. will continue pursuing diplomacy to avert an escalation of the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah, the State Department said on Tuesday.
July 30, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US carries out strike in Iraq as regional tensions worsen
The United States on Tuesday carried out a strike in Iraq that U.S. officials described as self defence, as regional
July 30, 2024
News|US|World
Austin says Middle East war not inevitable, seeks to 'take temperature down'
U.S.
July 31, 2024
Crime|News|US
Biden calls for bigger penalties, more controls to fight US fentanyl crisis
President Joe Biden called for larger penalties for drug smugglers and stricter controls on pill presses and importers on Wednesday as part of new steps to
July 31, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
DoubleLine sounds alarm on US government debt spiralling higher
Higher debt payments and the possibility of a U.S. recession over the next 10 years could boost U.S. debt levels beyond recent forecasts and weigh on economic
July 31, 2024
News|US|World
China accuses US lawmaker McGovern of interference, imposes sanctions
China has imposed sanctions on U.S. lawmaker Jim McGovern on the grounds of interference in the country's affairs, freezing assets and barring him from conducting transactions in
July 31, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
Slowing wage gains restrain US labor costs in second quarter
U.S. labor costs increased moderately in the second quarter as private sector wages grew at the slowest pace in 3-1/2 years, more evidence that inflation was
July 31, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US private payrolls miss expectations in July, ADP says
U.S. private payrolls increased far less than expected in July, but that likely is not a true reflection of a labor market that continues to moderate gradually.
July 31, 2024
Environment|News|US|World
1 person killed in Colorado wildfires as blazes torch large areas of the U.S. West
A person has been killed in a wildfire burning in the Colorado foothills as numerous blazes torch large areas around the western United States
July 31, 2024
Americas|Crime|US
US veteran charged with arms smuggling over failed Maduro ouster plot
A U.S. military veteran has been charged with violating U.S. arms export control laws by conspiring to ship weapons to Colombia for a failed May 2020 armed incursion
July 31, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Technology|US
US lawmakers seek to block Chinese firms from solar manufacturing subsidy
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers on Wednesday introduced a bill that would block Chinese solar panel makers from claiming subsidies for their American factories.
July 31, 2024
News|World
Netanyahu: Israel has delivered 'crushing blows' to enemies in last few days
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said during a televised statement that Israel has delivered “crushing blows” to its enemies in the last few days.
August 21, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Stock market today: Worries about the economy hit Wall Street, and the Dow drops nearly 500 points
U.S. stocks tumbled after weak data raised worries the Federal Reserve may have missed its window to cut interest rates before undercutting the economy’s growth
August 01, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US worker productivity accelerates in second quarter; labor costs tame
U.S. worker productivity growth accelerated in the second quarter, keeping the increase in labor costs in check, and further brightening the inflation outlook.
August 01, 2024
News|World
STORY REMOVED: US--United States-Russia-Prisoner Swap
Please disregard US--United States-Russia-Prisoner Swap, published at 11:46 a.m. ET on Aug. 1, 2024, and datelined in WASHINGTON
August 01, 2024
News|World
Prisoners freed under major international exchange
Here are names of those freed under a major East-West prisoner exchange on Thursday, according to a senior Administration official.
August 01, 2024
Environment|News|US
Wildfires in Colorado burn dozens of homes and structures, threaten hundreds more
A wildfire in Colorado's heavily populated Front Range region has burned about two dozen homes and outbuildings
August 01, 2024
News|US
US Justice Dept finds Texas violated the civil rights of youth in detention centers
The U.S.
August 01, 2024
Europe|US|World
Things to know about the largest US-Russia prisoner swap in post-Soviet history
The U.S. and Russia completed on Thursday their largest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history, a deal involving 24 people, many months of negotiations and concessions from other European countries who released individuals in their custody as part of the exchange
August 01, 2024
News|US|World
Biden speaks after freed Americans arrive in US
President Joe Biden spoke with reporters after three Americans arrived back in the US after a major prisoner swap with Russia.
August 02, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US equity fund inflows continued in week to July 31 amid rate cut hopes
Investors put money into U.S. equity funds in the week through July 31 as they anticipated the Federal Reserve would signal interest rate cuts following its policy meeting, though an
August 02, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US factory orders fall more than expected in June
New orders for U.S.-manufactured goods fell more than expected in June, but business spending on equipment was solid as was initially estimated, government data showed on Friday
August 02, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US court upholds rule granting work permits to visa holders' spouses
A U.S. appeals court on Friday rejected a challenge to a federal rule implemented under former President Barack Obama that lets spouses of people with H-1B visas, which
August 02, 2024
Election|Entertainment|News|Opinion|Political|US
Van Jones weighs in on Harris’ VP choice
CNN political commentator Van Jones speaks with CNN's Jake Tapper about Vice President Kamala Harris' impending announcement of her running mate.
August 06, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US sending aircraft carrier, warships and fighter squadron to Middle East as region braces for Iranian retaliation
US sending aircraft carrier, warships and fighter squadron to Middle East as region braces for Iranian retaliation
August 02, 2024
Celebrity|Entertainment
Freed American’s family to miss Taylor Swift concert for the very best reason
Freed American’s family to miss Taylor Swift concert for the very best reason
August 02, 2024
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US
Inside the final days of Kamala Harris’ vice presidential decision
Inside the final days of Kamala Harris’ vice presidential decision
August 03, 2024
News|Sports|US|World
US rolls into Olympic quarterfinals as No. 1 seed, top Puerto Rico 104-83 in group finale
Halfway to its goal of gold, the U.S. has the No. 1 seed going into the medal round at the Paris Olympics
August 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US|World
Investors' comments on global stocks rout
Share markets around the world tumbled and bonds rallied on Monday as fears the United States could be heading for recession sent investors rushing from risk assets while wagering interest
August 05, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Stocks reel on 'R-word' return, Nikkei dives 12%
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan Whether the prospect of a U.S. recession is real or imagined, the mere return of the discussion has been enough to send world stocks
August 05, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US service sector rebounds in July; employment also recovers
U.S. services sector activity rebounded from a four-year low in July amid a bounce back in new orders and the first increase in employment in six months, which could help to
August 05, 2024
Election|News|US
Kamala Harris is now Democratic presidential nominee, will face off against Donald Trump this fall
Vice President Kamala Harris’ coronation as the Democrats' standard-bearer for the 2024 presidential election is now official after the Democratic National Committee announced the formal results of the online voting by delegates on Monday night
August 05, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US|World
Pentagon chief was surprised by plea deal for three Sept. 11 suspects
U.S.
August 05, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US banks report best loan demand in 2 years, Fed survey shows
U.S. banks reported unchanged demand for commercial and industrial loans in the second quarter, the first time in two years that demand did not weaken, a Federal Reserve survey of senior
August 05, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US swap spreads tighten in sign of stress
Spreads on U.S. interest rate swaps over Treasuries tightened or turned more negative on Monday as long-term investors hedged their exposure in the
August 05, 2024
News|US|World
A rocket attack at an Iraqi military base injures US personnel, officials tell AP
Defense officials say several U.S. personnel were injured in a suspected rocket attack at a military base in Iraq
August 05, 2024
News|US
US bond rally overdone but Fed should have cut rates in July, BlackRock manager says
A recent U.S.
August 05, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Dollar recovers ground, steadies against yen as market frenzy eases
The dollar recovered ground against most major peers on Tuesday and the Japanese yen steadied around seven-month highs against the U.S.
August 06, 2024
News|World
What Russia’s arrest footage of Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan really tells us
What Russia’s arrest footage of Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan really tells us
August 06, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|World
Investors' comments on global market bounce
Global stocks rallied on Tuesday, partly reversing some of the previous day's steep declines, while the Japanese yen took a breather, after central bank officials said all the right things
August 06, 2024
Business|News|US
US to award SK Hynix up to $450 million for US chips packaging facility
The U.S.
August 06, 2024
MidEast|News|Political|US|World
US leaders call for calm in the Middle East, even as more American forces head to the region
Top U.S. national security leaders are calling for calm in the Middle East and say they are directly pressing Israel, Iran and others to avoid escalating the conflict
August 06, 2024
Crime|News|US
Chinese academic convicted of acting as foreign agent in US
A Chinese academic was convicted on Tuesday of illegally acting as a foreign agent in the United States by collecting information about New York-based activists
August 06, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
Biden speaks to leaders of Qatar, Egypt on regional tensions, ceasefire
U.S.
August 06, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US natural gas producers eye more output cuts as prices sink
Major U.S. natural gas producers are preparing to further curtail production in the second half of 2024, after prices sank nearly
August 07, 2024
News|US
How US public schools became a new religious battleground
It is a foundational democratic tenet taught in every basic U.S. history course: the Constitution bars the government from endorsing an official religion or
August 07, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US|World
Two sons of ‘El Chapo’ made agreement before one flew to the US and was arrested, Mexican official says
Two sons of ‘El Chapo’ made agreement before one flew to the US and was arrested, Mexican official says
August 07, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
Yields rise after weak 10-year auction, heavy corporate supply
U.S.
August 07, 2024
US|World
U.S. strikes at Houthi targets in Yemen after claim of attack on destroyers
U.S. military forces have struck at targets in Houthi-controlled Yemen in the past 24 hours, destroying two drones, a Houthi ground control
August 07, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|World
After Maduro ouster failed, US veteran took steps to flee, prosecutors say
A U.S. military veteran who took credit for a failed 2020 raid to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro should be detained on weapons smuggling charges, reflecting
August 07, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US
US judge tosses much of Mexico's lawsuit against US gun makers
A U.S. judge dismissed on Wednesday much of Mexico's $10 billion lawsuit seeking to hold U.S. gun manufacturers responsible for facilitating the trafficking of firearms to
August 07, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US corporate bond issuance jumps after brief pullback
U.S. corporate borrowers flooded the market for new bond sales on Wednesday after sitting on the sidelines earlier in the week due to a spike in borrowing costs.
August 07, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
Global stock index rises with dollar, yields as data calms nerves
A closely followed global equities index jumped more than 1% on Thursday after lower-than-expected weekly U.S. unemployment claims calmed
August 08, 2024
Americas|Asia|News|World
US Ambassador to Japan to skip Nagasaki peace ceremony after Israel excluded
US Ambassador to Japan to skip Nagasaki peace ceremony after Israel excluded
August 08, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US wholesale inventories rise in June
U.S. wholesale inventories increased in June, adding to economic growth in the second quarter.
August 08, 2024
Health|News|US
COVID-19 falls to No. 10 cause of death in US
U.S. death rates fell last year for all age groups compared with 2022
August 08, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News
Optimism rises, but China inflation looms
A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
August 08, 2024
Election|News|Political|Technology|US
Iran is accelerating cyber activity that appears meant to influence the US election, Microsoft says
A new report from Microsoft finds that Iran is accelerating online activity that appears intended to influence the U.S. election
August 09, 2024
News|US
California governor tells local officials to reduce homelessness or he will cut funds
California governor tells local officials to reduce homelessness or he will cut funds
August 09, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Rollercoaster week in US stocks leaves investors braced for bumps ahead
A week of wild market swings has investors looking ahead to inflation data, corporate earnings and presidential polls for signals that could soothe a recent
August 09, 2024
Election|News|US
What to expect in Wisconsin's state primaries
Voters in Wisconsin will select candidates Tuesday who will compete in some of the fall’s most closely watched races
August 09, 2024
Americas|News|US|World
Panama asks the US to expedite resources for repatriating migrants
Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino asked the U.S. to accelerate aid deliveries for repatriating migrants who cross into Panama through the dangerous Darien
August 09, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US will keep aid flowing to an Israeli unit accused of rights abuses, citing remediation efforts
The State Department says it's opted against what would have been its first-ever blocking of aid to an Israeli military unit over rights abuses
August 09, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US announces $125 million military aid package for Ukraine
The U.S. is sending Ukraine an additional $125 million in weapons to assist in its military operations against Russia, including much-needed air defense capabilities, radars to detect and counter enemy artillery and anti-tank weapons
August 09, 2024
News|US|World
US troops attacked in Syria, no initial reports of injuries, official says
U.S. troops in northeastern Syria were attacked by a drone, a U.S. official told Reuters on Friday, although there were no injuries according to initial reports.
August 10, 2024
News|US
Harris leads Trump by 4 points in 3 battleground states in NYT/Siena College polls
U.S.
August 10, 2024
Africa|Americas|News|US|World
Sudanese consultations with US on peace talks conclude without agreement, Sudan official says
Sudan's consultations with the U.S. concluded without reaching an agreement on whether a delegation representing the army or the government will participate in peace talks in Geneva
August 11, 2024
News|US
US publicly announces submarine move to Middle East amid Israel-Iran tensions
U.S.
August 12, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
Fed's Bostic says a 'little more data' needed to support cutting rates
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic on Tuesday said recent economic data has made him "more confident" the U.S. central bank can get inflation back to its 2% target, but he
August 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News
A key inflation gauge showed price hikes slowed last month. But economic jitters remain
A key inflation gauge showed price hikes slowed last month. But economic jitters remain
August 13, 2024
Environment|US
White House senior climate adviser touts law's Republican state benefits
John Podesta, the White House's senior adviser for international climate policy, touted the benefits on Tuesday for Republican states and districts of
August 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US producer inflation slows as pricing power diminishes
U.S. producer prices increased less than expected in July as the cost of services fell by the most in nearly 1-1/2 years amid signs of diminishing pricing
August 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US shale companies produce more crude using fewer rigs
Greater operating efficiencies in the top U.S. shale patch are squeezing out more oil without higher spending, according to the latest output numbers, which
August 13, 2024
US
US Treasury yields to continue ascent as markets overhype Fed rate cuts: Reuters poll
By Sarupya Ganguly BENGALURU - U.S.
August 13, 2024
News|US
Ilhan Omar wins Democratic nomination, boosts US House liberals
Firebrand U.S.
August 13, 2024
News|US|World
Eight U.S. troops injured in Syria drone attack last week, Pentagon says
Eight U.S. service members were injured in a drone attack on a base in Syria last week, the Pentagon said on Tuesday, its first report of specific casualty figures in the
August 13, 2024
News|US|World
US approves $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel amid threat of wider Middle East war
The U.S. has approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, including scores of fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles
August 13, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
Biden supports cutting taxes on tips, White House says
U.S. President Joe Biden supports the idea of eliminating taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers, the White House said on Monday.
August 12, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US prepared for possible significant attacks in Middle East by Iran, White House says
The U.S. has prepared for what could be significant attacks by Iran or its proxies in the Middle East as soon as this week, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby
August 12, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US July federal deficit grows
The U.S. government recorded a $244 billion budget deficit for July, up 10% from a year earlier, but accounting for calendar differences, the gap would have been $45 billion narrower, the
August 12, 2024
Election|US
Democrats target US swing state voters overseas to win support for Harris
The Democratic National Committee will spend $300,000 in a first-ever push to register the 9 million Americans living abroad, working to win votes for the
August 12, 2024
News|Political|US
Democratic US Rep. Hoyer recovering from mild stroke, his office says
Democratic U.S.
August 13, 2024
News|US|World
Projectiles did not impact US base in Syria, US officials say
Projectiles launched in the direction of a U.S. airbase in a gas field in Syria's Deir al-Zor province did not hit the facility, two U.S. officials said on Tuesday.
August 13, 2024
Economy|US
Early US imports lessen risk from potential seaport strike, economist says
U.S. retailers' early back-to-school, Halloween and Christmas holiday imports could lessen cargo delays and financial damage should workers at vital seaports
August 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
High interest rates have benefitted corporate America: McGeever
Logic suggests that U.S. companies will benefit when the Fed's interest rate-cutting cycle gets underway, because they will pay less to service their debt, but
August 14, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
July CPI supports disinflation scenario for Sept ease
U.S. consumer prices rebounded as expected in July, but the trend remained consistent with subsiding inflation and did not change expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest
August 14, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
Yields mixed after CPI supports 25 bp Sept cut, with 50 bp not ruled out
Benchmark U.S.
August 14, 2024
Business|Economy|US
Possible US seaport strike could back up goods for months, shipping experts say
A potential strike at U.S. seaports on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico could back up cargo
August 14, 2024
Business|Political|US
California Democrats fear US tech firm 'death spiral' with more China curbs
California Democrats are calling on the Biden administration to freeze reported plans to impose fresh restrictions on U.S. technology exports to China, arguing unilateral curbs
August 14, 2024
Africa|News|US|World
Sudan army absent as 1st day of peace talks conclude in Switzerland
The first day of U.S.-led peace talks aimed at finding a solution to Sudan’s brutal conflict concluded in Geneva with the country’s military absent and the other warring party’s participation unclear
August 14, 2024
Health|News|US
Arizona Supreme Court says fetus can be called 'unborn human' in voter pamphlet
The Arizona Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled a fetus can be referred to as an "unborn human being" in pamphlets for voters to decide about the constitutional right to an
August 14, 2024
News|US
N.J. governor will name former aide to replace US Senator Menendez, report says
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy will appoint his former chief of staff, George Helmy, to replace Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, who has said he will resign next week after
August 14, 2024
News|US
Biden, Harris hail Medicare drug price cuts that will save billions
The United States has negotiated down the prices of 10 top-selling prescription drugs used by Medicare by as
August 15, 2024
News|US
US lawmakers urge probe of WiFi router maker TP-Link over fears of Chinese cyber attacks
Two U.S. lawmakers want the Biden administration to probe China's TP-Link Technology Co and its affiliates for potential national security risks from their
August 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Health|News|US
US undercounts bird flu in cattle as farmers shun testing
The U.S. bird-flu outbreak in dairy cattle is much larger than official figures suggest due to farmers' reluctance to test their animals
August 15, 2024
Business|Finance|Health|News|US
US announces prices in Medicare drug negotiations
The U.S. announced the final prices of its first ever negotiation over prescription drugs on Thursday, with Merck's diabetes drug Januvia seeing the steepest percentage cut at 79%.
August 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
Instant View: Strong data takes 50 bp cut in September off the table
U.S. retail sales rose more than expected in July, which could help to allay financial market fears of a sharp economic slowdown that were fanned by a jump in the unemployment rate.
August 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US import prices edge up in July
U.S. import prices barely rose in July, extending the flow of tame inflation readings that have bolstered financial market expectations for an interest rate cut next month.
August 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US retail sales rise more than expected in July
U.S. retail sales rose more than expected in July, which could help to allay financial market fears of a sharp economic slowdown that were fanned by a jump in the unemployment
August 15, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Iraq says announcement on date for end to US-led coalition mission postponed
Iraq's foreign ministry said on Thursday that an announcement on an end date for the U.S.-led coalition's mission has been postponed due to the "latest developments."
August 15, 2024
News|US
In boost for AUKUS, US says Australia and UK export-controls comparable
The U.S. State Department told the U.S.
August 15, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US equity funds see biggest weekly outflow in two months
U.S. investors cut their equity fund holdings and boosted safer positions in the seven days to Aug. 14 amid persistent concerns over an economic slowdown and recent market volatility.
August 16, 2024
News|US|World
US presents another Gaza ceasefire proposal that deals with remaining gaps, joint statement says
A joint statement from Egypt, Qatar and the United States said that the U.S. presented on Friday a Gaza ceasefire proposal that closes the remaining gaps in a manner that allows for the
August 16, 2024
Economy|Election|News|US
US consumer sentiment rises in August; inflation expectations steady
U.S. consumer sentiment rose in August, driven by developments in the race for the White House, while inflation expectations remained unchanged over the next year and beyond, a survey
August 16, 2024
Crime|News|US
Pentagon leaker Teixeira arraigned on military charges ahead of March trial
Jack Teixeira, a member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard accused of leaking classified U.S. national security documents online,
August 16, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US appeals court scraps natural gas pipeline safety standards
A U.S. appeals court on Friday tossed out several natural gas pipeline safety standards adopted by President Joe Biden's administration following industry criticism about
August 16, 2024
News|US|World
Japan's PM Kishida plans US visit in late September, Yomiuri reports
Outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is finalising plans to visit the U.S. in late September for the U.N.
August 17, 2024
Election|News|Political|US
Harris likely to join Biden on Chicago convention stage on Monday
Vice President Kamala Harris is likely to join President Joe Biden on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday as he
August 17, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
Fed's Goolsbee: Keeping policy tight for too long will hurt US jobs
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee said on Sunday that U.S. credit conditions are tight and are getting tighter, and that while there's no certainty the Fed will cut
August 18, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
Fed's Kashkari says appropriate to debate Sept rate cut, WSJ reports
Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said it was appropriate to discuss potentially cutting U.S. interest rates in September because of the rising possibility of a weakening labor market
August 19, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US workers more glum on compensation and work prospects, New York Fed says
U.S. workers are growing more sour with their employment compensation, according to a survey released on Monday by the New York Federal Reserve.
August 19, 2024
Election|News|US
Republican-controlled Georgia election board passes rule that may delay vote certification
Georgia's Republican-controlled state election board approved a new rule on Monday that voting rights advocates say could permit local election officials to delay
August 19, 2024
Business|Economy|News|Stock Markets|US
S&P 500 hunting cloud nine
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Alun John, EMEA breaking news correspondent, finance and markets.
August 20, 2024
News|Political|Uncategorized|US
RFK Jr to weigh dropping US presidential bid to join forces with Trump
Independent U.S. presidential candidate Robert F.
August 20, 2024
US
George Floyd killer Derek Chauvin transferred to Texas prison
Derek Chauvin has been transferred to a prison in Texas, the U.S.
August 20, 2024
Election|News|US
New York's top court upholds mail-in voting for all, rejecting Republican challenge
New York's highest court upheld a state law on Tuesday that allows any voter to cast a ballot by mail, rejecting a Republican-led lawsuit challenging the statute.
August 20, 2024
News|US
Michelle Obama makes reference to Trump’s ‘Black jobs’ comment in DNC speech
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered remarks on the second night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
August 21, 2024
News|Opinion|US
Obama pays homage to Biden during DNC speech
Former President Barack Obama praised President Joe Biden for his leadership during his speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
August 21, 2024
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance
Jobs in focus after the rebound
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Markets' sparkling recovery from early August's sell-off has hit an air pocket, with Asian shares down on Wednesday and
August 21, 2024
Economy|News|US
US drafts list of 60 Venezuelans for possible sanctions over election, sources say
The U.S. has drafted a list of about 60 Venezuelan government officials and family members who could be sanctioned in the first punitive measures following the
August 21, 2024
News|US
Senior US officials meet with Dalai Lama in New York
Senior officials from the U.S.
August 21, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Wall St ends lower as tech shares weigh; Jackson Hole in focus
All three major U.S. stock indexes lost ground on Thursday, weighed by technology shares, as Treasury yields rose on easing recession fears and global central bank
August 22, 2024
Americas|Election|News|US
In Kamala Harris' multiracial roots, U.S. sees its own future
The daughter of a Jamaican father and Indian mother, both immigrants, Kamala Harris reflects the United States' changing demographics.
August 22, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
King dollar's crown is slipping
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Dhara Ranasinghe. If the pressure on global markets from the tumult at the start of the month has abated, nobody told the dollar.
August 22, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Fed's Schmid signals open mind on September rate cut
Kansas City Fed Bank President Jeff Schmid, one of the U.S. central bank's more hawkish policymakers, said on Thursday he was taking a closer look at the dynamics behind the rise in the
August 22, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US jobless claims, business activity keep economy on gradual cooling path
The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits ticked up in the latest week, but appeared to be steadying near a level consistent with a
August 22, 2024
US
US Supreme Court partly revives Arizona's proof of citizenship voter law
The U.S.
August 22, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US
US, Guatemala say they dismantled smuggling ring tied to Texas migrant deaths
Authorities in the United States and Guatemala said on Thursday they dismantled a human-smuggling network with ties to the deaths of 53 migrants on a sweltering truck in Texas
August 22, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US business equipment borrowings rise 13% in July, ELFA says
U.S. companies increased borrowing to finance equipment investments by 13% in July compared with the previous year, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association said on Thursday.
August 22, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
North Korea slams US sale of Apache helicopters to South Korea as 'provocative'
North Korea's foreign ministry denounced a U.S. planned sale of Apache helicopters to South Korea, state media KCNA said on Friday, vowing to take additional steps to bolster its
August 22, 2024
Uncategorized
A bird flu outbreak is spreading among cows in the US. Scientists are hunting for answers
At first glance, it looks like an unassuming Iowa farm
August 23, 2024
News|US
State Department No. 2 Campbell to represent US at Pacific Islands summit in Tonga
U.S.
August 23, 2024
Asia|Australia|News|Technology|US|World
Australia conducts first maintenance of US nuclear submarine
A U.S. nuclear-powered submarine will undergo maintenance in Australia for the first time on Friday, a key step by AUKUS partners to deter aggression in the Indo-
August 23, 2024
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Wall Street ends sharply higher as Powell cements September rate cut hopes
U.S. stocks rallied on Friday as dovish remarks from U.S.
August 23, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US new home sales rise to highest level in more than a year
Sales of new U.S. single-family homes rose to their highest level in more than a year in July as a drop in mortgage rates boosted demand, offering more evidence that the housing market is
August 23, 2024
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|News|US|World
US sanctions hundreds of firms accused of supplying Russia's war machine
The U.S. has imposed sweeping sanctions against hundreds of firms across Russia, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, accusing them of providing products and services that enable Russia’s war effort and aiding its ability to evade sanctions
August 23, 2024
Election|News|Political|US
Texas sues over Biden legalization program for immigrants married to US citizens
Texas and a coalition of Republican-led states on Friday sued President Joe Biden's administration over a new program that offers a path to citizenship for
August 23, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
U.S. Treasuries not the safe bet they once were, research says
No safer than a bund. Or a gilt. Or an OAT. Long touted as hands-down the world's "safe haven" securities, the behavior of U.S.
August 23, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Political
US appeals court scraps Biden tipped wages rule
A U.S. appeals court on Friday struck down a rule adopted by President Joe Biden's administration designed to raise pay for tipped workers, citing a recent U.S.
August 23, 2024
Economy|News|US|World
China slams US for adding firms to export control list, vows action
China's Ministry of Commerce said on Sunday it strongly opposed a U.S. decision to add multiple Chinese entities to its export control list over Russia-related issues.
August 25, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Egypt warns visiting US general on Lebanon risk
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned America's top general during a meeting on Sunday of the dangers of a major conflict in Lebanon. U.S. Air Force General C.Q.
August 25, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US rails cancel embargoes after Canada work stoppage ends
U.S. railroads Norfolk Southern and BNSF Railway on Monday said all embargoes associated with the potential Canadian work stoppage stand canceled and affected rail traffic has resumed,
August 26, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
U.S. escort of Philippine resupply missions at sea a 'reasonable option', US admiral says
The United States escorting Philippine vessels during resupply missions in the South China Sea is a "reasonable option", the head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said on Tuesday.
August 27, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
Unemployment rate is now Fed's undisputed lodestar: McGeever
Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech has turned Sept. 6 and Sept. 18 into the two most important dates for U.S. monetary policy in years, as events on both
August 27, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
US officials met Libyan National Army Commander Haftar in Benghazi, US embassy in Libya says
U.S.
August 27, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US 30-year mortgage rate falls to lowest since April 2023
The interest rate for the most popular U.S. home loan slid to its lowest in 16 months, after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled the central bank was ready to lower borrowing
August 28, 2024
Asia|News|Political|US|World
China and the US will plan a Biden-Xi call in the coming weeks, the White House says
The White House says Beijing and Washington will plan for a phone call in the coming weeks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden
August 28, 2024
MidEast|US
US places sanctions on Israeli nonprofit, settler official over West Bank violence
The U.S. imposed sanctions on an Israeli nonprofit and a Jewish West Bank settlement security official on Wednesday in Washington's latest effort to punish Jewish settlers it
August 28, 2024
News|US|World
Russia bans entry to 92 US journalists, lawyers, business people
Russia's foreign ministry on Wednesday said it was banning entry to Russia for 92 U.S. citizens including journalists, lawyers, and the heads of what it said were key military-
August 28, 2024
Crime|News|US
Controversial Police Encounters Fast Facts
Controversial Police Encounters Fast Facts
April 05, 2015
News|US|World
Russia bans entry to dozens of American journalists, including WSJ, NYT and Washington Post
Russia bans entry to dozens of American journalists, including WSJ, NYT and Washington Post
August 28, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Chinese leader Xi meets US national security adviser as the two powers try to avoid conflict
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has met with U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan as the latter wound up a three-day visit to Beijing with the stated aim of keeping communications open in a relationship that has become increasingly tense in recent years
August 29, 2024
Americas|Asia|Crime|News
US to step up work with Pacific nations to halt drug trafficking
The United States will work with Pacific Island nations to rein in drug trafficking by criminal networks from China, which use the region as a way station for
August 29, 2024
Asia
China's airspace intrusion a 'wake-up call' for Japan, says U.S. Republican lawmaker
The intrusion of a Chinese spy plane into Japanese airspace is a "wake-up call" for Tokyo about the aggressive nature of China's leadership, U.S. lawmaker John Moolenaar
August 29, 2024
News|US
Biden administration finalizes solar lands plan, touts permitting progress
U.S.
August 29, 2024
News|US
US Army defends Arlington National Cemetery employee in Trump campaign incident
The U.S.
August 29, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US dollar rises broadly as inflation data underpins smaller Fed cut
The U.S. dollar gained on Friday after data showed a key inflation measure came in line with forecasts, while personal spending and income increased,
August 30, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Record highs abound, except in usual place
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan Record stock market highs have lit up across the world once again - though not yet for the usual suspects in the S&P500 and Nasdaq.
August 30, 2024
Business|Economy|US
U.S. home prices forecast to rise modestly as Fed cuts rates - Reuters poll
U.S. home prices will rise relatively modestly this year and next despite tight supply and expected U.S.
August 30, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US consumers' near-term inflation expectation lowest since 2020, UMich data shows
U.S. consumers see inflation continuing to moderate in the next year, with a gauge of price growth expectations published on Friday at the lowest level in August since late 2020.
August 30, 2024
Americas|Crime
Mexican drug lord who founded ultra-violent Zetas is released from US prison
One of the most notorious drug chiefs in Mexico's history, Osiel Cardenas, was released from a U.S. prison on Friday into the custody of
August 30, 2024
Election|News|US
Pennsylvania court says counties cannot throw out misdated mail-in votes
The two most populous counties of the battleground state of Pennsylvania will not be able to throw out mail-in votes over incorrect envelope dates, according
August 31, 2024
Americas|News|US|World
Border arrests are expected to rise slightly in August but are hovering near 4-year lows
U.S. authorities say arrests for illegal border crossings from Mexico during August are expected to rise slightly from July
August 31, 2024
Crime|News|US|World
Two US Marines assaulted by Turkish nationalists
A nationalist Turkish youth group on Monday attacked two U.S.
September 02, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
US close to agreeing on long-range missiles for Ukraine; delivery to take months
The U.S. is close to an agreement to give Ukraine long-range cruise missiles that could reach deep into Russia, but Kyiv would
September 03, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Corporate America has a revenue problem: McGeever
Nvidia's share price slump after its strong, but not exceptionally strong, second-quarter results raises a broader question for U.S. stocks: Are 2025
September 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US construction spending falls more than expected in July
U.S. construction spending fell more than expected in July as higher mortgages and increased supply weighed on single-family homebuilding.
September 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US housing inflation likely to fall in year ahead, Fed paper says
U.S. housing inflation is likely to ease in the coming year as the gap between supply and demand for homes narrows, according to research published on Tuesday by the Federal Reserve Bank
September 03, 2024
Business|Economy|MidEast|News|US
US-funded broadcaster Al Hurra lays off 160 staff, merges Iraq channel
The parent company of U.S. government-funded Arabic language broadcaster Al Hurra has cut 160 jobs and is merging its Iraq channel after a 20% budget cut mandated
September 03, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US corporate borrowers rush to bond market post-Labor Day
U.S. corporate borrowers flooded the investment-grade and junk bond market on Tuesday, getting ahead of expected market volatility on this month's rates decision by the
September 03, 2024
News|US
US safety commissioners call for investigation into Shein, Temu
Two leaders of the U.S.
September 03, 2024
Europe|Finance|Stock Markets
Markets reckon with familiar September pain
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Markets in Europe are set for a rocky start on Wednesday after Asia stocks were left in a sea of red, as worries over the global
September 04, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US factory orders beat expectations in July
New orders for U.S.-manufactured goods increased more than expected in July, boosted by defense aircraft, but demand elsewhere was moderate amid higher borrowing costs.
September 04, 2024
Food|Health|News|US
Hunger in US continued multi-year rise in 2023, government report says
Hunger reached its highest point in the United States in nearly a decade last year, with 18 million households, or 13.5%, struggling at some point to secure enough food, a
September 04, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US oil, gas M&A nears 2023 record, focus shifts away from Permian, Rystad says
U.S. oil and gas producers' appetite for dealmaking is closing in on last year's record, with rising interest in smaller oilfields offsetting slower activity in the top oil-
September 04, 2024
News|US|World
Russian lawmakers denounce US sanctions against Russian state media network
Russian lawmakers denounced as an infringement of freedom of speech U.S. punitive measures against state media group RT as part of what officials in Washington described as a
September 04, 2024
Business|Economy|US
Biden preparing to block Nippon's US Steel takeover, source says
U.S. President Joe Biden is preparing to block Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel, a source said on Wednesday.
September 04, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China's envoy in New York was not expelled, State Department says
China's consul general in New York left his post as scheduled after completing his posting, the State Department said on Wednesday, after New York Governor Kathy Hochul said she
September 04, 2024
News|US
Biden officials weigh tougher asylum ban at Mexico border
Biden administration officials are weighing whether to toughen an asylum ban to maintain lower levels of illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border since the ban
September 04, 2024
News|US
Judge leaves temporary block on Biden legalization program for immigrant spouses
A U.S. judge on Wednesday left in place a temporary block on a Biden administration legalization program for immigrant spouses of U.S. citizens.
September 04, 2024
Election|US
That photo of people wearing 'Nebraska Walz's for Trump' shirts? They're distant cousins
A sister of Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz says she doesn’t recognize the people wearing “Nebraska Walz’s for Trump” T-shirts in a photo that is making the rounds on social media
September 04, 2024
Business|Technology|US
Stellantis to resume production at certain U.S. plants after production adjustments
Jeep's parent company Stellantis said on Wednesday that it will resume production at certain U.S. assembly plants after making "production adjustments" and will assess if further action is
September 04, 2024
Asia|News|Political|World
Japan's departing Kishida sends signal to successor with South Korea summit
When Japan's outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida holds a final summit this week with South Korean President Yoon
September 05, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Putin thanks Saudi Arabia's MbS for helping major US-Russia prisoner swap
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he was grateful to Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for helping to organise the biggest U.S.-
September 05, 2024
Business|Economy|Environment|News|US
US to spend $7.3 billion on rural clean energy projects
President Joe Biden's administration on Thursday said the U.S. will spend $7.3 billion from 2022's Inflation Reduction Act to fund clean energy projects helmed by rural
September 05, 2024
Business|Economy|US
US private payrolls post smallest increase in 3-1/2 years in August
U.S. private employers hired the fewest number of workers in 3-1/2-years in August and data for the prior month was revised lower, potentially hinting at a sharp labor market
September 05, 2024
Business|News|US
Ford sales rise 13.4% in August on SUV, pick-up truck demand
Ford Motor said on Thursday U.S. vehicle sales in August rose 13.4% to 182,985 units, helped by robust demand for its SUVs and pick-up trucks.
September 05, 2024
Crime|US
Alleged Hezbollah financier expected to plead guilty in US sanctions case
A dual Lebanese-Belgian citizen accused by the United States of financing Lebanese armed group Hezbollah is expected to plead guilty in a criminal case charging him
September 05, 2024
News|US
Yellen warns that ending US clean energy tax credits would raise consumer costs
U.S.
September 05, 2024
Health|Political|US
Markey and Warren condemn Steward's CEO for refusing to comply with a Senate subpoena
Massachusetts U.S. Sens. Edward Markey and Elizabeth Warren are among several political leaders who are attacking the leader of a troubled health care system for refusing to comply with a subpoena to appear before a Senate committee
September 05, 2024
News|US|World
US probes top airlines' frequent flyer programs for unfair practices
The U.S.
September 05, 2024
Asia|Economy|Finance|News
Nervy end to volatile week, yen eyes breakthrough
A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
September 05, 2024
News|US
Blinken says incumbent on Hamas, Israel to remove gaps in Gaza ceasefire deal
U.S.
September 05, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US opposition to Nippon Steel deal 'very unsettling', Japan PM hopeful says
One of the frontrunners to become Japan's next premier said on Friday that any U.S. move to block Japan's Nippon Steel from buying U.S.
September 06, 2024
News|Political|US|World
Using U.S. arms for long-range strikes into Russia no game changer, says Austin
The use of donated U.S. weapons for long-range strikes into Russia would not turn the tide of the war for Ukraine, U.S.
September 06, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
Instant view: August US payrolls short of expectations, boosts bigger rate cut view
STORY: U.S. employment increased less than expected in August, but a drop in the jobless rate to 4.2% suggested an orderly labor market slowdown continued and probably did not
September 06, 2024
Business|Finance|Technology|US
Lawmakers probe if US retailers bought Chinese auto parts that evaded tariffs
A bipartisan group of lawmakers asked the CEOs of six major auto parts retailers if they bought products from a Chinese company that may have evaded U.S.
September 06, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US|World
China says its huge market is opportunity not threat to US
A modern China with a huge population is an opportunity, not a threat, for the United States, China's Ministry of Commerce reported commerce vice minister Wang Shouwen as saying
September 07, 2024
US
Yellen 'probably done' when Biden ends term, may meet Chinese counterpart soon
U.S.
September 07, 2024
Election|News|US
Trump and Harris battle for Black voters in must-win Georgia
Vivian Childs, a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, schooled a roomful of Republicans on how to win over Black voters in the battleground
September 08, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US dollar perks up as traders reduce bets on larger Fed rate cut
The dollar snapped back against the yen and other major currencies on Monday after losses last week, as investors looked ahead to key U.S. inflation
September 09, 2024
Asia|News|US
Japan PM hopeful Kono calls for US assurances to deter nuclear ambitions
Tokyo should seek stronger assurances from Washington about its commitment to Japan's nuclear defence, in order to deflect concerns that could fuel
September 09, 2024
Business|Election|Technology|US
Workers at several large US tech companies overwhelmingly back Kamala Harris, data shows
Workers at many of the largest U.S. tech companies overwhelmingly back Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, according to donation data, even as
September 09, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US Congress must pass farm spending bill this year, say commodity groups
More than 300 U.S. farm and commodity groups urged Congress in a letter on Monday to pass a long-delayed farm spending bill before the end of the year, as farmers face a
September 09, 2024
News|Political|US
White House says Republican report on Afghan withdrawal says nothing new
A U.S House report published by Republicans says nothing new on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby
September 09, 2024
US
Blinken to discuss support for Ukraine in meetings with senior officials in London
U.S.
September 09, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US lender NBT Bancorp to buy Evans Bancorp in $236 million deal
U.S. lender NBT Bancorp has agreed to buy Evans Bancorp in a deal that values it at nearly $236 million, as it looks to expand its footprint in western New York.
September 09, 2024
Health|News|US
More than 49 million in US covered by ACA over the past decade
One in seven Americans have signed up for health insurance coverage through Affordable Care Act marketplaces since their 2014 launch, according to data released on
September 10, 2024
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|US
US small business sentiment ebbs in August amid rising uncertainty
U.S. small-business confidence fell in August, reversing the prior month's jump amid growing uncertainty ahead of the Nov. 5 presidential election and expectations of weak sales.
September 10, 2024
Political|US|World
UK and US united over tackling Iran's influence, Lammy and Blinken say
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and U.S.
September 10, 2024
News|US|World
US government demands overhaul of Israeli conduct in West Bank after killing of US citizen
U.S.
September 10, 2024
Election|News|US
How Harris' and Trump's tax and spending plans affect US debt
Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican opponent Donald Trump have floated new tax breaks and spending plans, as they try to win votes by persuading
September 10, 2024
Business|News|US
FTC may probe potential Seven & i, Couche-Tard deal, sources say
U.S. antitrust regulators have told Seven & i it may probe a potential deal with Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard, two sources familiar with the matter said
September 10, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US|World
White House says will sanction Iran and Russian targets
The U.S. on Tuesday will impose sanctions on individuals and entities in Iran and Russia involved in Tehran's delivery of ballistic missiles to Moscow, the White House said on
September 10, 2024
Americas|Asia|Economy|News|US|World
Chinese troops to join Brazil's military drills with US forces
Chinese troops will take part for the first time in Brazil's annual military exercises this week that also include U.S. forces, the Brazilian Navy said on Tuesday.
September 10, 2024
News|US|World
US service members killed in Afghanistan get congressional medal
U.S. congressional leaders on Tuesday posthumously awarded the congressional gold medal to 13 service members killed in the Aug. 26, 2021, suicide bombing
September 10, 2024
Business|Europe|Technology
ASML needs licence to service some equipment in China, Dutch government says
The Dutch government on Tuesday clarified that ASML needs a licence to provide spare parts and software updates for computer chipmaking equipment it has
September 10, 2024
Economy|Election|News|US
Harris and Trump shake hands for the first time during debate
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris meet face-to-face for the first at ABC News' historic presidential debate. In their first question, the presidential candidates were asked about the American economy.
September 11, 2024
Election|Political|US
Takeaways from the Harris-Trump presidential debate
Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump met on Tuesday for their first and perhaps only debate, a square-off that could have a
September 11, 2024
Business|News|Technology|US
Tech firm executives to testify before US Senate about election threats
Executives from major tech firms like
September 10, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
U.S diplomatic facility attacked in Baghdad, no casualties, embassy says
A United States diplomatic facility in Baghdad came under attack late on Tuesday but there are no reports of casualties and a damage assessment is underway, a U.S. embassy
September 10, 2024
Election|News|US
Tone and body language at the Harris-Trump debate speak as loudly as words
As their high-stakes debate in Philadelphia commenced on Tuesday night, Vice President Kamala Harris walked across the stage, maneuvered around a lectern and stuck out her
September 11, 2024
Economy|News|World
US and UK pledge almost $1.5 billion to help Ukraine during diplomats' visit to Kyiv
The United States and Britain have pledged nearly $1.5 billion in additional aid to Ukraine during a visit to Kyiv by their top diplomats
September 11, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Details of new US bank capital rules still uncertain with election looming
U.S. bank investors, analysts and executives were trying to figure out on Wednesday how lenders would fare under revised hikes in capital requirements, with
September 11, 2024
News|World
US diplomatic facility in Baghdad attacked, no casualties, embassy spokesperson says
The U.S. Diplomatic Services Compound in Baghdad was attacked late on Tuesday but no casualties were reported, the embassy spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.
September 11, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News
A swift change to inflation-watch
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Dhara Ranasinghe.
September 11, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
Small Aug CPI rise seen sealing 25 bp cut next week
U.S. consumer prices rose marginally in August, but underlying inflation showed some stickiness, which could discourage the Federal Reserve from delivering a half-point interest rate cut
September 11, 2024
Business|Finance|US
Business groups fear political pressure influencing US review of Nippon
A number of U.S. business groups on Wednesday sounded the alarm that the Biden administration's national security review of Nippon Steel's planned $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S.
September 11, 2024
News|US|World
US grants Egypt $1.3 billion in military aid, overriding rights conditions
The Biden administration is overriding human rights conditions on military aid to Egypt, a State Department spokesperson said on Wednesday, granting the U.S. ally
September 11, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|US
US businesses' optimism in China falls to record low, survey shows
Political tensions, China's slowing economic growth and fierce domestic competition are sapping the confidence of U.S. businesses in the country, with optimism about
September 12, 2024
Europe|News|US|World
Poland hosts Blinken, joins calls to lift weapons restrictions on Ukraine
Poland added its voice on Thursday to calls to allow Ukraine to fire Western-supplied missiles deep into Russia as it hosted U.S.
September 12, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US household rent burden unchanged last year, varied by race, Census says
The median cost of housing for both U.S. renters and homeowners rose last year and while the share of income renters put toward housing was unchanged overall the degree to which households
September 12, 2024
News|Uncategorized|US
Biden marks 30th anniversary of Violence Against Woman Act with new initiatives
U.S.
September 12, 2024
Economy|Election|News|US
US gasoline prices set to fall under $3/gallon as election nears
U.S. motorists should see gasoline prices fall below $3 a gallon for the first time in over three years as soon as next month, shortly before they go to vote in
September 12, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US producer prices rise slightly above expectations in August
U.S. producer prices increased slightly more than expected in August amid higher costs for services, but the trend remained consistent with subsiding inflation.
September 12, 2024
Business|Health|US
US employers expect nearly 6% spike in health insurance costs in 2025, Mercer says
U.S. employers expect health insurance costs to rise an average 5.8% in 2025, largely due to increased cost of medical services as well as higher use, according to
September 12, 2024
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Fed (finally) joins a global rate-cutting cycle
The U.S. Federal Reserve has joined a global easing cycle with a larger-than-anticipated half-point interest rate reduction.
September 12, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US household wealth rises in Q2 to record $163.8 trln
U.S. household wealth rose last quarter to $163.8 trillion, a fresh record, driven by gains in real estate values as well as a rise in the stock market, data from the Federal Reserve showed
September 12, 2024
News|US
US House passes bill targeting China that would limit EV tax credits
The U.S.
September 12, 2024
Health|News|Science|US
Origin of human bird flu case in Missouri still unknown, U.S. CDC says
Epidemiologists have not yet identified exactly how a person in Missouri contracted bird flu last week, said the U.S.
September 12, 2024
Asia|News|World
US imposes sanctions on Chinese suppliers to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program
The U.S. State Department on Thursday imposed sanctions on a Chinese research institute and several companies it said have been involved in supplying Pakistan's ballistic missile program.
September 12, 2024
News|US
Senior US House Republican calls for talks with Democrats as shutdown looms
A senior U.S.
September 12, 2024
Business|News|Technology|US|World
BAE systems to produce additional Bradley Fighting Vehicles for U.S. Army
British defense group BAE Systems said on Thursday the U.S.
September 12, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US shifts one of two aircraft carriers away from Middle East
One of two U.S. aircraft carrier strike groups deployed to the Middle East in part to deter Iran from carrying out a threatened attack against Israel has departed the region,
September 12, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US approves $165 million in weapons sales to Israel for 2027 delivery
The U.S. has approved $165 million in weapons sales to Israel to fund heavy-duty tank trailers, the State Department announced Thursday
September 12, 2024
Economy|Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US judge allows election betting, dealing blow to markets regulator
A federal judge on Thursday cleared the path for Americans to use derivatives to bet on events such as the outcome of U.S. elections, dealing another blow to the
September 12, 2024
Crime|MidEast|News|US|World
Body of Turkish-American activist killed in West Bank arrives in Turkey
The body of a Turkish-American activist was received with a solemn ceremony at the airport in Istanbul on Friday, arriving a week after she was shot in the head by Israeli troops
September 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US consumer loan delinquencies starting to plateau, bankers say
U.S. consumers' late payments on credit cards and other loans are starting to level off in recent months after rising earlier in the year, bankers and industry
September 13, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US|World
US man sentenced to prison in Bermuda after pleading guilty to smuggling $1 million worth of drugs
A U.S. man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for smuggling drugs into Bermuda
September 13, 2024
Economy|Election|News|US
US consumer sentiment rises in September as inflation eases
U.S. consumer sentiment improved in September amid subsiding inflation, though Americans remained cautious ahead of the November presidential election, a survey showed on Friday
September 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets
U.S. equity funds see outflows on growth woes, political risks
U.S. equity funds experienced significant outflows in the week through Sept. 11, as investor caution mounted due to weak economic data and growing political uncertainties ahead of the U.S.
September 13, 2024
Business|Finance|US
White House officials signal delay in U.S. Steel takeover decision, Washington Post reports
White House officials have signaled a delay in taking a decision regarding the takeover of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, the Washington Post reported on Friday.
September 13, 2024
News|US|World
No change to US policy on long-range missiles to Ukraine expected Friday, White House says
The United States is not planning to announce any new policy on Ukraine and the use of long-range missiles on Friday, the White House said.
September 13, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Tech stocks drag, dollar plumbs lows on rate cut expectations
Tech stocks dragged on U.S. indexes and the dollar touched a more than one-year low against the yen on Monday as all eyes looked to a Federal Reserve meeting later
September 15, 2024
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
S&P inches up, Nasdaq declines as tech weighs ahead of Fed decision
The S&P 500 eked out a slight gain in a subdued session while the Nasdaq fell on Monday, weighed down by a drop in technology stocks as investors assessed the
September 16, 2024
News|Political|US|World
US hits more Georgian officials with asset freezes and visa bans for ‘undermining democracy’
The U.S. is hitting more senior Georgian officials and others with sanctions for undermining the country’s democracy and violating basic human rights
September 16, 2024
MidEast|News|Political
Blinken heads to Egypt but not Israel with prospects for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal bleak
Blinken heads to Egypt but not Israel with prospects for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal bleak
September 16, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Houthi official says US offered to recognize Sanaa government; US official denies claim
The U.S. offered to recognize the Houthi government in Sanaa in a bid to stop the Yemeni rebel group's attacks, a senior Houthi official said on Monday, in remarks that a U.S.
September 16, 2024
News|US
US approves possible military sale to Taiwan of spare parts for about $228 million
The U.S.
September 17, 2024
Business|Economy|US
US retailer holiday hiring set to be lower than last year
U.S. retailers will hire fewer seasonal workers this holiday season than last year due to a softer labor market and tighter consumer spending heading into the crucial
September 17, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US home builder confidence edges up as rate cut looms
U.S. home builder confidence edged up in September as mortgage rates fell, breaking four months of consecutive declines, but remained at relatively low levels as rising costs continued to
September 17, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US manufacturing output rebounds in August
Production at U.S. factories surged in August amid a rebound in motor vehicle output, but data for the prior month was revised lower, suggesting that manufacturing continued to
September 17, 2024
Business|Finance|News|US
US watchdog warns banks about customer consent for overdraft fees
The top U.S. regulator for consumer finance on Tuesday published legal guidance that it said would help stop banks from charging overdraft fees to customers who had not genuinely consented
September 17, 2024
Crime|Europe|News|World
Whelan says he spent last five days in Russian detention in solitary confinement
Whelan says he spent last five days in Russian detention in solitary confinement
September 18, 2024
Asia|Business|Technology|US
Vietnam's top leader Lam to meet Google, Meta in US next week, sources say
Vietnam's president and ruling Communist Party chief To Lam is set to meet representatives from several U.S. corporations, including Google
September 18, 2024
MidEast|News|Political|US|World
Bernie Sanders preparing resolutions to block $20B in US arms sales to Israel
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders is preparing a series of Senate resolutions that would stop more than $20 billion in U.S. arms sales to Israel
September 18, 2024
News|US
Suspension of security clearance for Iran envoy did not follow protocol, watchdog says
The State Department’s internal watchdog says that officials did not follow proper protocol when handling the security clearance suspension of the U.S. special envoy for Iran following allegations last year that he may have mishandled classified information
September 18, 2024
News|US|Videos|World
'A bit of a shock': Paul Whelan shares what he is having difficulty adjusting to after 5 year imprisonment
CNN State Department producer Jennifer Hansler asks Paul Whelan how he is readjusting to life back in the US after spending five-and-a-half years wrongfully detained in Russia.
September 18, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Israel notified US ahead of Tuesday’s Lebanon operation but gave no details of what was planned, sources say
Israel notified US ahead of Tuesday’s Lebanon operation but gave no details of what was planned, sources say
September 18, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US funding rate spike could signal 'quirk' in its calculation, says Deutsche Bank
A recent jump in a key U.S. overnight funding rate could be the result of a peculiarity in the way it is calculated, rather than a signal of low liquidity,
September 18, 2024
Economy|News
US says challenges posed by China exceed those of Cold War
The challenges to the U.S. posed by China exceed those of the Cold War, U.S.
September 18, 2024
Americas|Crime|News
Dominican and US officials crack down on regional drug trafficking ring
Officials from the U.S. and the Dominican Republic have arrested nearly a dozen suspects after they launched a joint operation to crack down on a regional drug trafficking ring
September 18, 2024
Asia|News|US
US keeps missile system in Philippines as China tensions rise, tests wartime deployment
The United States has no immediate plans to withdraw a mid-range missile system deployed in the Philippines, despite Chinese demands, and is testing
September 19, 2024
News|Science|Technology|World
The US led on nuclear fusion for decades. Now China is in position to win the race
The US led on nuclear fusion for decades. Now China is in position to win the race
September 19, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
US bank stocks rise as jumbo rate cut eases credit risk, cost concerns
U.S. bank stocks rose on Thursday after the Federal Reserve's 50 basis point cut in interest rates raised hopes of lower deposit costs and reduced pressure
September 19, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Fed's next rate cut will be smaller, traders bet
Traders on Thursday added to bets the U.S.
September 19, 2024
MidEast|US
US says no change to its military posture in Middle East amid attacks in Lebanon
There are no changes to U.S. military posture in the Middle East, the Pentagon told reporters on Thursday when asked about recent deadly
September 19, 2024
Americas|Crime|News|US
Mexico ex-drug czar deserves life in prison for bribery, US says
Genaro Garcia Luna, who for several years led Mexico's fight against the country's violent drug trade, should spend the rest of his life in prison after
September 19, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
US arm sales to Taiwan violate "One China Principle," China says
U.S. arms sales to Taiwan have seriously violated China's "One China Principle" and provisions of joint communiques between China and the U.S., Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesperson for
September 20, 2024
News|US
US to award $3 billion to 25 projects for battery manufacturing sector
The U.S.
September 20, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court declines to restore Green Party to Nevada ballot
The U.S.
September 20, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
US bond funds draw inflows for a 16th straight week
U.S. bond funds attracted inflows for a 16th straight week in the week ended Sept. 18, on expectations that the Federal Reserve would deliver an outsized rate cut in its meeting during the
September 20, 2024
News|US
US House votes to repeal Biden administration tailpipe emissions rules
The U.S.
September 20, 2024
News|US|World
Biden readies $375 million arms aid package for Ukraine
The United States is preparing a $375 million military aid package for Ukraine, breaking a months-long trend towards smaller packages for Kyiv for its military
September 20, 2024
Health|US
Challenge to US drug price negotiation program revived by appeals court
A U.S. appeals court revived a lawsuit on Friday by healthcare and drug industry groups challenging the first-ever U.S. law requiring pharmaceutical companies to
September 20, 2024
News|US
US to propose ban on Chinese software, hardware in connected vehicles, sources say
The U.S.
September 21, 2024
Entertainment
As sun sets on Biden's term, some inmates pin their hopes on clemency
By Sarah N.
September 22, 2024
Health|News|Opinion|Political|US
How promises of a ‘post-Roe future’ have fallen short
How promises of a ‘post-Roe future’ have fallen short
September 22, 2024
News|US
Harris to release new economic proposals this week on US wealth creation, sources say
U.S.
September 22, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Biden to meet Vietnamese president on Wednesday, White House says
U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to meet Vietnam's President and ruling Communist Party Chief To Lam on Wednesday, the White House said on Sunday.
September 22, 2024
News|World
Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in US to present ‘victory plan’ to defeat Russia
Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in US to present ‘victory plan’ to defeat Russia
September 23, 2024
Economy|US
White House details plan to safeguard US auto sector, avoid second 'China shock'
Top White House economic adviser Lael Brainard laid out on Monday the Biden administration's broad approach to safeguarding the U.S.
September 23, 2024
News|US
Biden proposes banning Chinese vehicles, 'connected car' technology from US roads
The U.S.
September 23, 2024
Arts|News|World
US to return a trove of nearly 300 history-spanning antiquities to India
US to return a trove of nearly 300 history-spanning antiquities to India
September 23, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US Treasury market liquidity back to pre-Fed tightening levels, says NY Fed
Liquidity in the $27 trillion U.S.
September 23, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US business activity steady in September; price pressures pick up
U.S. business activity was steady in September, but average prices charged for goods and services rose at the fastest pace in six months, potentially hinting at a pickup in inflation in
September 23, 2024
MidEast|News|US
Biden designates UAE as a second major defense partner after India
President Joe Biden recognized the United Arab Emirates as a major defense partner of the United States on Monday after talks with its
September 23, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US
New US rule would require GM, Ford to halt imports of cars they build in China, official says
General Motors and Ford Motor would need to stop importing vehicles to the U.S. from China under a proposed rule cracking down on Chinese software and
September 23, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US officials work feverishly to stop Israel-Hezbollah confrontation ‘spiraling to a regional war’
US officials work feverishly to stop Israel-Hezbollah confrontation ‘spiraling to a regional war’
September 24, 2024
News|US
US to donate 1 million mpox vaccine doses to halt outbreak in Africa
U.S.
September 24, 2024
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets
S&P 500, Dow close at new highs as mining stocks rise on China stimulus boost
The S&P 500 and Dow ended at record highs on Tuesday, shrugging off weak consumer confidence data, as mining stocks surged following China's announcement of a sweeping
September 24, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US monthly house prices edge up in July
U.S. single-family home prices edged up in July, but the overall trend is slowing amid improving supply, which together with easing mortgage rates could make buying a house more
September 24, 2024
Economy|News|Political|US
US fiscal profile set to weaken under next administration, Moody's says
U.S. fiscal health is expected to deteriorate further as political polarization makes it hard for any new presidential administration to negotiate steps needed
September 24, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US business equipment borrowings fall 10% Y/Y in August, ELFA says
U.S. companies borrowed 10% less to finance equipment investments in August compared with the year-ago period, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) said on Tuesday.
September 24, 2024
Election|News|US
Nebraska governor won't pursue electoral vote change that would benefit Trump
Nebraska's governor said on Tuesday he would not call a special legislative session to consider altering the state's method of awarding electoral votes ahead of the Nov. 5
September 24, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Dollar rises from 14-month low, yuan dips
The dollar bounced off a 14-month low against the euro on Wednesday in choppy trading, but investors held onto bets that the Federal Reserve will make another
September 24, 2024
Asia|News|Political|US|World
US missile system will remain in the Philippines despite China's alarm
Two Philippine officials say that American and Filipino security officials have agreed to keep a U.S. mid-range missile system in the northern Philippines indefinitely to boost deterrance despite China’s expressions of alarm
September 25, 2024
Asia|Business|Technology|US
China urges US to stop 'unreasonable suppression' of its firms in latest auto row
China urged the United States on Wednesday to stop "unreasonable suppression" of its companies, in response to U.S. proposals to ban Chinese software and hardware in vehicles on
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|US
Shippers scramble for workarounds ahead of threatened US port strike
U.S. companies that rely on East and Gulf Coast seaports have been importing early, shifting goods to the West Coast, and even putting
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US 30-year mortgage rate slips to 6.13%, refinancing jumps
The interest rate for the most popular U.S. home loan ticked down to 6.13% last week, the lowest in about two years, and refinancing activity jumped, data from the Mortgage Bankers
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance
S&P 500, Dow close lower as investors await insights on Fed rates, data
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 closed lower on Wednesday, pulling back from recent record highs driven by China's sweeping stimulus package, as investors awaited
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US confidence wobble weighs, China buoyed
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan The unexpected downturn in U.S. household confidence this month and growing anxiety about jobs has spurred aggressive interest rate
September 25, 2024
Business|Finance|Technology|US
US holiday spending on buy now, pay later to hit record due to debt-laden shoppers
U.S. shoppers are expected to spend a record $18.5 billion using third-party buy now, pay later (BNPL) services for holiday purchases in the last quarter of
September 25, 2024
News|US|World
US ‘intensely tracking’ ongoing threat by Iran against current and former US officials, Blinken says
US ‘intensely tracking’ ongoing threat by Iran against current and former US officials, Blinken says
September 25, 2024
Economy|MidEast|News|World
UAE eyes ‘different architecture’ for a Middle East embroiled in conflict as it strengthens ties with the US
UAE eyes ‘different architecture’ for a Middle East embroiled in conflict as it strengthens ties with the US
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US new home sales fall less than expected; median house price declines
Sales of new U.S. single-family homes fell less than expected in August and could regain momentum in the months ahead as declining mortgage rates and house
September 25, 2024
MidEast|News|World
US and allies call for an immediate 21-day cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah
The U.S., France and other allies are jointly calling for an immediate 21-day cease-fire to allow for negotiations in the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah that has killed more than 600 people in Lebanon
September 25, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US ports extend delivery hours as strike threat looms
U.S. ports along the East and Gulf Coasts are extending delivery hours for importers as they rush to clear cargo ahead of a potential strike by dockworkers on Oct. 1.
September 25, 2024
News|US
US issues sanctions over shipment of Iranian oil to Syria, East Asia
The U.S.
September 25, 2024
Economy|News|US
Agriculture groups urge White House to avert East Coast port strike
Agriculture organizations on Wednesday urged the White House to take action to avert a potential Oct. 1 strike at U.S.
September 25, 2024
News|US|World
US not providing intelligence support to Israel for Lebanon operations, Pentagon says
The U.S. military is not providing intelligence support to Israel for its operations in Lebanon, the Pentagon said on Wednesday.
September 25, 2024
News|US|World
Senate confirms commander of US Army forces in the Pacific after Tuberville drops objections
The Senate has confirmed a new commander of U.S. Army forces in the Pacific after Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville dropped his objections and allowed a quick vote on the nomination
September 25, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
New US forces for Middle East may aid evacuation, if needed
The new U.S. deployment of a small number of troops to the Middle East announced earlier this week could help the U.S. military prepare for scenarios including an evacuation of
September 25, 2024
Health|News|US
US suicides held steady in 2023 — at a very high level
U.S. suicides last year remained at about the highest level in the nation’s history
September 26, 2024
US
Biden order hopes to curb 3D guns, improve active shooter drills in schools
U.S.
September 26, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US core capital goods orders rise in August
New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods unexpectedly rose in August, though business spending on equipment appears to have lost momentum in the third quarter.
September 26, 2024
Economy|Finance|News|US
US second-quarter economic growth unrevised; GDI revised sharply higher
U.S. economic growth accelerated in the second quarter amid strength in consumer spending, the government confirmed on Thursday.
September 26, 2024
Crime|Economy|Finance|News|US
US charges two Russians accused of running billion-dollar money laundering schemes
US charges two Russians accused of running billion-dollar money laundering schemes
September 26, 2024
Americas|News
Blinken urges Maduro engage in dialogue with Venezuela's opposition
U.S.
September 26, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US East Coast port employers file NRLB complaint against union as strike looms
Employers negotiating a labor contract at U.S.
September 26, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US pending home sales hover near record low in August, NAR says
Contracts to buy U.S. previously owned homes edged up in August from July's record-low level as a drop in mortgage interest rates in anticipation of Federal Reserve benchmark rate cuts
September 26, 2024
News|US
Yellen says economy on 'soft landing' path, Fed's policy rate will fall to neutral level
U.S.
September 26, 2024
Asia|News|Technology|US|World
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank during construction, US defense official says
A senior U.S. defense official says satellite imagery shows that China's newest nuclear submarine sank while under construction
September 26, 2024
Asia|News|World
China’s newest nuclear-powered submarine sank earlier this year, US officials say
China’s newest nuclear-powered submarine sank earlier this year, US officials say
September 26, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US diplomacy in Mideast falters as clock ticks down for Biden
U.S. efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire remain stalled after nearly a year of fighting.
September 26, 2024
News|US|World
Israel’s initial dismissal of US’ ‘breakthrough’ Lebanon ceasefire deal creates confusion
Israel’s initial dismissal of US’ ‘breakthrough’ Lebanon ceasefire deal creates confusion
September 26, 2024
Europe|Political|World
As the Ukraine war enters a critical period, the EU moves ahead without the US
The war in Ukraine is entering a critical period as the European Union enters a new era
September 27, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Incoming Japan PM Ishiba's 'Asian NATO' idea test for US diplomacy
Shigeru Ishiba, tapped to be Japan's next prime minister, may cause diplomatic headaches for the U.S. with proposals to revamp Tokyo's closest alliance by locking
September 27, 2024
News
Austin believes casualties in all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah could ‘equal or exceed’ those in Gaza
Austin believes casualties in all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah could ‘equal or exceed’ those in Gaza
September 27, 2024
News|US
Trump says he will seek Google's prosecution if he wins election
Former U.S.
September 27, 2024
Business|Health|Science|US
US farmers call for vaccine option to fight bird flu as wildfowl migration begins
U.S. farmers are increasing pressure on the Biden administration to allow vaccinations for chickens, turkeys and cows to protect them
September 27, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Israeli teams will continue meetings on US ceasefire proposals, Netanyahu says
Israeli teams had meetings to discuss the U.S. ceasefire proposals with Lebanon on Thursday and will continue discussions in the days ahead, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
September 27, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Wrapping up mission, US troops will leave some longstanding bases in Iraq under new deal
The U.S. has announced an agreement with the Iraqi government to wrap up the military mission in Iraq of an American-led coalition fighting the Islamic State group by next year
September 27, 2024
News|US|World
U.S.-led coalition mission in Iraq to end by September 2025
A U.S.-led coalition's military mission in Iraq will end by September 2025 and there will be a transition to bilateral security partnerships, the United States and Iraq said in a joint
September 27, 2024
Uncategorized
US-Mexico rail delays hit farm sector ahead of possible ports strike
By P.J.
September 27, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Jobs data to test US stock market's soft-landing hopes
Investor hopes for a soft landing for the U.S. economy will be put to the test next week, as the government releases closely watched labor market data following
September 27, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
China says US missile deployment in Philippines undermines peace
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the U.S. deployment of intermediate-range missiles in the Philippines "undermines regional peace and stability", the foreign ministry said on
September 29, 2024
News|US|World
US military says it killed 37 militants in airstrikes in Syria this month
The U.S. military said on Sunday it killed 37 Islamist militants in two airstrikes this month in Syria, with the dead including many senior leaders of Islamic State and of an Al Qaeda
September 29, 2024
MidEast|News|World
Pakistanis protesting Hezbollah leader's killing clash with Karachi police
Stone-throwing protesters in Pakistan's southern city of Karachi clashed on Sunday with police who stopped them from reaching the U.S. consulate during demonstrations over Israel's
September 29, 2024
Election|News|US
Democrats sue to block Georgia ballot hand count rule
The Democratic National Committee on Monday sued to block the Georgia Election Board from mandating a hand count of ballots in the Nov. 5 election, saying it could delay
September 30, 2024
News|US
Biden urged Lebanon truce, US official says Israeli incursion could be imminent
U.S.
September 30, 2024
News|US
US warns foreign operators may be using Boeing 737s with suspect rudder control parts
The U.S.
September 30, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US buys 6 million barrels of oil for Strategic Petroleum Reserve
The U.S. has bought 6 million barrels of oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve for delivery through May 2025, the Department of Energy said on Monday.
September 30, 2024
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
China, US to hold talks on economic and trade issues, Xinhua reports
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and his U.S. counterpart will hold a call in the near future on trade and economic ties, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported on
October 01, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
Companies have planned for US East Coast ports strike
Some 45,000 union workers walked off the job at seaports on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts on Oct. 1, cutting off vital trade arteries just weeks ahead of the nation's presidential election.
October 01, 2024
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Indexes end down as Iran launches missiles at Israel; defense shares rise
U.S. stocks ended lower, with the Nasdaq losing more than 1%, on Tuesday as investors grew more cautious after Iran fired missiles at Israel.
October 01, 2024
News|US
US lawmakers ask Mexican president-elect to address Chinese vehicle concerns
About 20 Democrats in the U.S.
October 01, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US job openings rise to 8 million as labor market remains sturdy
U.S. job openings rose unexpectedly in August as the American labor market continued to show resilience
October 01, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
No signs of US labor market deterioration as job openings rebound
U.S. job openings unexpectedly increased in August after two straight monthly decreases, but hiring was soft and consistent with a slowing labor market that
October 01, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US sanctions extremist West Bank settler group for violence against Palestinians
The U.S. on Tuesday imposed sanctions on Hilltop Youth — a group of extremist settlers in the Israeli-occupied West Bank who attack Palestinians and their property, as well as two Israeli men connected to violence against Palestinians
October 01, 2024
Economy|News|US|World
US-China talks helping avoid Chinese retaliation against tariff hikes-Treasury official
China has not retaliated against U.S. tariff increases on Chinese imports partly because of continued dialogue between the world's two largest economies, the U.S
October 01, 2024
Business|Economy|Health|US
Novo Nordisk has mitigation plans to minimize disruption from port strikes
Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk said on Tuesday it has mitigation plans in place to minimize or prevent any disruption to its production due to sea port strikes in the United States.
October 01, 2024
Economy|Finance|US
Key US short-term rate surges amid month-end turbulence
A key U.S. overnight funding interest rate jumped on Monday in a sign of tighter liquidity in money markets at the end of the month
October 01, 2024
News|US
US sets preliminary new duties on solar imports from Southeast Asia
The U.S.
October 01, 2024
Finance|News|Technology|US
US issues $2 billion electric vehicle tax rebates since Jan 1, Treasury says
The U.S. government has issued $2 billion in advance point-of-sale consumer electric vehicle (EV) tax credit payments since Jan. 1 covering more than 300,000
October 01, 2024
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|US
John Amos, star of 1970s TV's ‘Good Times’ and ‘Roots,’ dies at 84
John Amos, the U.S. football player turned actor who was acclaimed for his roles in the 1970s TV series “Good Times” as well as the miniseries “Roots,” died
October 01, 2024
MidEast|News|World
US Navy destroyers fired dozen interceptors against Iranian missiles, Pentagon says
The Pentagon said on Tuesday that two U.S. Navy destroyers fired about a dozen interceptors against Iranian missiles aimed at Israel.
October 01, 2024
Election|News
Some of the most notable quotes from the JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate
The debate between Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz featured an often orderly, policy-focused and even civil dialogue between the two men seeking to serve as the next president’s second in command
October 02, 2024
MidEast|News|Opinion|Political|US
Republicans are more likely than Democrats to see Israel as a US ally: AP-NORC poll
A new Pearson Institute/AP-NORC survey finds Republicans are more likely to see Israel as an ally that shares the U.S.'s interests and values, while Democrats are more likely to see Israel as a partner that doesn’t share U.S. interests and values
October 02, 2024
Business|Economy|US
US dockworker strike enters second day with talks at a standstill
A strike by 45,000 dockworkers halting shipments at U.S.
October 02, 2024
Asia|News|US|World
Japan airport shut after likely WW2-era bomb explodes near runway, 87 flights cancelled
A regional airport in southwest Japan was closed on Wednesday after a U.S. bombshell, likely dropped during World War Two to stem "kamikaze" attacks, exploded near
October 02, 2024
News|US
US seafood restaurants warned over false claims of locally caught fare, FTC commissioner says
A U.S.
October 02, 2024
Business|Finance|MidEast|News|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
S&P 500 ends near flat as more jobs data awaited; eyes on Middle East
The S&P 500 ended little changed on Wednesday, with technology shares gaining but investors nervous about Middle East tensions and more U.S. labor data
October 02, 2024
News|US
Gun, transgender rights, porn cases loom as US Supreme Court returns
The U.S.
October 02, 2024
Business|Technology|US
US to award up to $100 million to boost use of AI for semiconductor materials
The U.S. Commerce Department said Wednesday it plans to award $100 million to boost the use of artificial intelligence in developing new sustainable semiconductor materials.
October 02, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Dollar to stay unfazed despite growing uncertainties: Reuters poll
The U.S. dollar will hold steady in coming months despite an expected series of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, according to median forecasts from FX
October 02, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
Construction sector helps to lift US private payrolls in September
U.S. private payrolls increased more than expected in September, boosted by hiring in the construction, leisure and hospitality industries, adding to the
October 02, 2024
Business|Finance|US
US appeals court clears Kalshi to restart elections betting
A U.S. federal appeals court on Wednesday upheld a lower court's order that permitted New York derivatives trading platform KalshiEX LLC to list contracts that
October 02, 2024
Business|Technology|US
Republican state AGs challenge US FCC cap on inmate phone charges
Republican attorneys general from 14 U.S. states, led by Arkansas and Indiana, have filed suit to challenge the Federal Communications Commission's decision to impose a
October 02, 2024
News|Opinion|US
Anti-abortion leaders undeterred as Trump for the first time says he'd veto a federal abortion ban
Anti-abortion leaders say they're undeterred by Donald Trump's comments that he would veto a federal abortion ban
October 02, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
American killed in Israel's military campaign in Lebanon, family and US lawmaker say
An American from Dearborn, Michigan, was killed in Lebanon in an Israeli airstrike, according to the man's daughter, friend and the U.S.
October 02, 2024
Business|Health|News|US
US Medicare issues updated rules for second round of drug negotiations
The U.S. government will provide more time for negotiations and more chances for drugmakers to submit counter offers during the second round of talks over
October 02, 2024
Asia|News|World
Russia's Lavrov says stands alongside China on Taiwan, other issues
Russia stands alongside China on Asian issues, including the criticism of the U.S. drive to extend its influence and "deliberate attempts" to inflame the situation around Taiwan, its
October 03, 2024
News|Political|US
Harris adviser meets US Muslim, Arab leaders angry at support for Israel
A senior adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris met
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|News|US
US planned layoffs dip in September, recruitment firm Challenger says
U.S. layoff announcements slipped in September from August's five-month high but for the year to date have now edged past last year's pace, a monthly tally of workforce reduction
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US
Indexes end lower ahead of US jobs data, Middle East still in focus
U.S. stocks finished lower on Thursday ahead of Friday's monthly U.S. payrolls report and as investors kept a watchful eye on the growing conflict in the
October 03, 2024
News|US
Grieving Bronx mother urges US Supreme Court to uphold 'ghost gun' curbs
On her way home from school on a cloudy afternoon on April 8, 2022, 16-year-old Angellyh Yambo stepped out of Tony's Mini Market, her go-to corner bodega in New York City's
October 03, 2024
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US
China's WuXi explores sale of pharma operations as US restrictions loom, FT reports
WuXi AppTec and WuXi Biologics are planning to sell some of their operations after the Chinese biotech companies were targeted by the U.S. on national security grounds, the Financial Times
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US
US factory orders unexpectedly fall in August
New orders for U.S.-manufactured goods unexpectedly fell in August, while business spending on equipment appears to have pulled back in the third quarter.
October 03, 2024
News|US
US CFTC seeks quick appeals hearing on elections betting after earlier loss
The U.S.
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Fed's Goolsbee says dockworkers' strike could lead to higher prices
Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee on Thursday said retailers and manufacturers had stockpiled about two weeks worth of items in anticipation of the U.S. dockworkers' strike
October 03, 2024
Business|Finance|Health|News|US
Remember the shortage of medical gowns during COVID? Feds spending $350 million for stockpile
Six U.S. companies will spend at least $350 million to manufacture medical gowns to store in the Strategic National Stockpile
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|US
India, US sign pact to cooperate on critical battery mineral supply chains
Indian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal and U.S.
October 03, 2024
Business|Finance|News|US
US awards up to $510 million to boost domestic production of protective gear
The Biden administration has granted up to $510 million to boost the domestic production of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as isolation gowns to restock the Strategic National
October 03, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
Michigan governor urges US to do more for Americans stuck in Lebanon
The governor of Michigan has urged the U.S. government to do more to rescue Americans, many of them from Michigan, stuck in Lebanon amid
October 03, 2024
MidEast|News|US|World
US arranges flights to bring Americans out of Lebanon as others seek escape
U.S.-arranged flights have brought about 350 Americans and their immediate relatives out of Lebanon this week during escalated fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
October 03, 2024
News|US
Biden declines public negotiation on Israel's stance on Iranian oil sites
Democratic U.S.
October 03, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Dow registers record high close as US jobs data eases economic worries
The Dow posted a record closing high on Friday and the Nasdaq ended with a more than 1% gain as a stronger-than-expected jobs report reassured investors
October 04, 2024
MidEast|News|World
SPECIAL REPORT-Emails show early U.S. concerns over Gaza offensive, risk of Israeli war crimes
As Israel pounded northern Gaza with air strikes last October and ordered the evacuation of more than a million Palestinians from the area, a senior Pentagon
October 04, 2024
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Investors look to earnings to support record-high stock prices
A high-stakes corporate earnings season kicks into gear next week, with bullish investors hoping results will justify increasingly rich valuations in a U.S.
October 04, 2024
News|US|World
American killed in Lebanon was a US citizen, State Dept says
An American killed in Lebanon this week was a U.S. citizen, a State Department spokesperson said on Friday, adding that Washington was working to understand the circumstances of
October 04, 2024
News|US
Biden approves more troops to move to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene response
U.S.
October 06, 2024
MidEast|News|Political|US|World
US on Israeli bombing in Lebanon: Military pressure can enable diplomacy but has risk
The U.S. government, reacting to Israel's heavy bombardment in Lebanon, said on Sunday that military pressure can enable diplomacy but can also lead to
October 06, 2024
Business|Finance|News
US 10-year yield tops 4%, stocks fall, as Fed rate cut expectations ease
A gauge of global stocks declined on Monday and U.S.
October 06, 2024
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Russian court jails US citizen for nearly seven years on Ukraine mercenary charge
A Russian court on Monday sentenced a 72-year-old U.S. citizen to six years and 10 months in prison after convicting him in a closed-door trial of serving as a mercenary for Ukraine,
October 07, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Monster payrolls see 10-year Treasury yields top 4%
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan With any thought of U.S. recession off the agenda after a monster September jobs report, doubts about the extent of further Federal
October 07, 2024
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Wall Street indexes slip with interest rates, Middle East in focus
Wall Street's three major indexes closed down around 1% on Monday while Treasury yields rose, as traders tamped down bets for Federal Reserve
October 07, 2024
Business|Economy|Finance|US
US money market funds draw sharp inflows in the week to Oct. 2
U.S. money market funds saw massive inflows in the week to Oct. 2 as investors sought safer assets on caution ahead of a key payrolls report amid heightened geopolitical concerns in the
October 07, 2024
News|US
US Supreme Court rejects appeal by banker tied to Trump ex-aide Manafort
The U.S.
October 07, 2024