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Today: December 16, 2025
Today: December 16, 2025

Donald Trump

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Trump pushes long-running attack on Biden autopen use, claiming he’s ‘cancelling’ actions signed with it

Trump pushes long-running attack on Biden autopen use, claiming he’s ‘cancelling’ actions signed with it

Trump pushes long-running attack on Biden autopen use, claiming he’s ‘cancelling’ actions signed with it
Crime|US|World

Trump sharpens focus on legal immigration after National Guard shooting

U.S.

Trump sharpens focus on legal immigration after National Guard shooting
Economy|Education|Environment

James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid

James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, thwarting former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey’s bid for a political comeback

James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid
Americas|Crime|Europe|World

Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum

U.S. officials are meeting in Florida this weekend with their Ukrainian counterparts about the Russia-Ukraine war

Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed
Crime|Political|US

Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas says he will retire in 2026

U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls says he will retire from Congress after his term ends in 2026 to focus on family

Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas says he will retire in 2026
Europe|Political|World

Rubio says US-Ukraine talks on Russia war were productive but much work remains in search of a deal

U.S. and Ukrainian officials completed roughly four hours of talks aimed at finding an endgame to the war between Russia and Ukraine

Rubio says US-Ukraine talks on Russia war were productive but much work remains in search of a deal
Economy|World

Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa dismissed on Sunday U.S.

Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president

Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president

Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow

European leaders rallied to show support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday after U.S.-Ukrainian talks to revise

Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

A far from quiet end to the year 

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Dhara Ranasinghe, Editor, Financial Markets EMEA. What matters in U.S. and global markets today. 

A far from quiet end to the year 
Business|Economy|Health|World

US announces zero tariff pharmaceutical deal with Britain

The United States and Britain announced a deal on Monday to secure zero tariffs on British pharmaceutical products

US announces zero tariff pharmaceutical deal with Britain
Business|Crime|Economy

Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud

Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud

Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump invites Israel's Netanyahu to White House, prime minister's office says

U.S.

Trump invites Israel's Netanyahu to White House, prime minister's office says
Crime|World

Federal authorities plan operation in Minnesota focusing on Somali immigrants, AP source says

Federal authorities are preparing an immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota, focusing on Somali immigrants living unlawfully in the U.S. The operation, which could begin soon, targets people in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area with final deportation orders

Federal authorities plan operation in Minnesota focusing on Somali immigrants, AP source says
Political|Travel|US|World

Trump says he plans to overhaul Dulles airport outside Washington

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday his administration intends to overhaul federally owned Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia, the

Trump says he plans to overhaul Dulles airport outside Washington
Economy|Political|World

Trump to host leaders of Rwanda, Congo on Thursday

U.S. President Donald Trump will host the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday to sign a peace agreement, the White House said.

Trump to host leaders of Rwanda, Congo on Thursday
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Venezuela's Maduro swears "absolute loyalty" to Venezuelan people

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro on Monday said he swears "absolute loyalty" to the Venezuelan people, amid mounting tensions with the administration of U.S.

Venezuela's Maduro swears "absolute loyalty" to Venezuelan people
Election|Political|US

Trump tries to dial up Republican votes on eve of US House special election in Tennessee

President Donald Trump and top Republicans are making a last-ditch push to prevent embarrassment in a hotly contested Tennessee special election for Congress

Trump tries to dial up Republican votes on eve of US House special election in Tennessee
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|Travel

Trump says he's rebuilding Dulles airport while his administration is fixing the 'people movers'

President Donald Trump has announced plans to reconstruct Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia

Trump says he's rebuilding Dulles airport while his administration is fixing the 'people movers'
Crime|Political|US

US Justice Dept weighs seeking new indictments of Trump foes Comey and James, sources say

The U.S.

US Justice Dept weighs seeking new indictments of Trump foes Comey and James, sources say
Election|Finance|US|World

Trump raises doubts about Honduras presidential vote count

U.S.

Trump raises doubts about Honduras presidential vote count
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call

U.S.

Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace

Russian President Vladimir Putin met U.S.

Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace
Americas|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion

U.S.-operated flights returning deported migrants to Venezuela will continue despite President Donald Trump’s assertion to consider the country’s airspace closed

Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China issues first batch of streamlined rare earth export licences, source says

China has issued the first batch of new rare earth export licences that should accelerate shipments to certain customers, a source said on Tuesday, fulfilling a key outcome of the

China issues first batch of streamlined rare earth export licences, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Despite US trade war, OECD expects global economy will grow 3.2% this year

The world economy has proven surprisingly durable in the face of President Donald Trump’s trade wars, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Tuesday, upgrading its outlook for global and U.S. economic growth this year

Despite US trade war, OECD expects global economy will grow 3.2% this year
Crime|US|World

Trump promised a San Francisco crime crackdown. His administration did the opposite

U.S. President Donald Trump vowed this year to flood San Francisco with federal agents – and even soldiers – to crack down on crime.

Trump promised a San Francisco crime crackdown. His administration did the opposite
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump frees Honduran leader convicted on cocaine charges, sparks outcry from Democrats

President Donald Trump, who has cast himself as a relentless foe of illegal drugs, pardoned former Honduran President Juan Orlando

Trump frees Honduran leader convicted on cocaine charges, sparks outcry from Democrats
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says

Switzerland may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, a top Swiss trade negotiator was quoted as saying on Tuesday after the country reached a tariff deal to get parity with the

Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says
Americas|Political|World

Venezuela approves migrant repatriation flight from U.S

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has approved a migrant repatriation flight from the United States, Venezuelan authorities said on Tuesday, days after Caracas said comments by U.S

Venezuela approves migrant repatriation flight from U.S
Europe|Political|World

The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city

The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city

The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city
Economy|Political|World

NATO chief dismisses concerns about US commitment to the alliance ahead of Ukraine meeting

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte brushed off fresh concern about the United States’ commitment to the military organization on the eve of a meeting of allied foreign ministers focused on Russia’s war against Ukraine

NATO chief dismisses concerns about US commitment to the alliance ahead of Ukraine meeting
Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Melania Trump tames Christmas

Melania Trump tames Christmas

Melania Trump tames Christmas
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say

The Trump administration is set to propose a significant rollback of fuel economy standards finalized by former President Joe Biden last year, its

White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump's NASA pick to tell Congress about moon race with China, deep-space ambition

Billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman, President Donald Trump's pick to lead NASA, will tell senators on Wednesday that he wants to expand investments in nuclear

Trump's NASA pick to tell Congress about moon race with China, deep-space ambition
Crime|Political|World

Hegseth visits USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier in Latin America region

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth visited sailors on the USS Gerald R.

Hegseth visits USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier in Latin America region
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’

Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’

Trump says US land action against alleged drug trafficking networks in Venezuela will start ‘very soon’
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Trump says he wants to 'permanently pause' migration to the US from poorer countries

President Donald Trump says he wants to “permanently pause migration” from poorer nations and is promising to seek to expel millions of immigrants from the United States by revoking their legal status

Trump says he wants to 'permanently pause' migration to the US from poorer countries
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump vows to freeze migration from ‘Third World Countries’ after D.C. attack

U.S.

Trump vows to freeze migration from ‘Third World Countries’ after D.C. attack
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income

U.S.

Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income
Business|Economy|Political|World

India expects trade deal with US by end of year, senior official says

India expects to secure a trade deal with the United States before the end of this year as most issues have been resolved, New Delhi's trade secretary said on Friday.

India expects trade deal with US by end of year, senior official says
Business|Economy|Technology

From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?

U.S. President Donald Trump has sustained his criticism and actions against executives, corporations and institutions, months after taking office.

From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?
Crime|US|World

DHS points to US travel ban list when asked about 'Third World' countries

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Friday referred Reuters to the 19 countries listed in a travel ban when asked about the "Third World" countries.

DHS points to US travel ban list when asked about 'Third World' countries
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw

Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged U.S. proposals to end the war in Ukraine as a starting point for talks

Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Swiss lawmakers seek probe into whether gifts to Trump by business leaders breached law

Two Swiss lawmakers asked prosecutors to examine whether gifts by Swiss business leaders to U.S.

Swiss lawmakers seek probe into whether gifts to Trump by business leaders breached law
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Venezuela revokes flight rights for six airlines as tensions with US escalate

Venezuela revoked operating rights for six major international airlines that had suspended flights to the country following a warning from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.

Venezuela revokes flight rights for six airlines as tensions with US escalate
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say

U.S.

Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say
Asia|Political|World

China's top paper urges US to rein in Japan over Taiwan

China urged the U.S. on Thursday to rein in Japan and prevent any "actions to revive militarism" in an editorial published by the newspaper of the ruling Communist Party, as a war

China's top paper urges US to rein in Japan over Taiwan
Crime|Political|World

Trump says US must re-examine Afghan immigrants who came when Biden was president

President Donald Trump on Wednesday called for his government to re-examine Afghan immigrants who entered the United States during the former President Joe Biden's administration

Trump says US must re-examine Afghan immigrants who came when Biden was president
Crime|US|World

Trump says lax migration policies are top national security threat after National Guard members shot

President Donald Trump says Wednesday's attack on two National Guard members near the White House highlights the dangers of lax migration policies

Trump says lax migration policies are top national security threat after National Guard members shot
Election|US|World

Trump backs conservative Asfura in Honduras' tight presidential race

U.S.

Trump backs conservative Asfura in Honduras' tight presidential race
Election|Political|US|World

Judges allow North Carolina to use a map drawn in bid to give Republicans another US House seat

Federal judges have allowed North Carolina to use a redrawn congressional map designed to give Republicans an additional U.S. House seat

Judges allow North Carolina to use a map drawn in bid to give Republicans another US House seat
Political|World

Supreme Court bars Trump from firing Library of Congress official for now

Supreme Court bars Trump from firing Library of Congress official for now

Supreme Court bars Trump from firing Library of Congress official for now
Arts|Business|Entertainment

'Rush Hour 4' will be distributed by Paramount after Trump's reported request

After President Donald Trump’s reported intervention, Paramount Pictures is set to distribute Brett Ratner’s “Rush Hour 4,” a project that Hollywood had eschewed after earlier sexual misconduct allegations against the director

'Rush Hour 4' will be distributed by Paramount after Trump's reported request
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump wins dismissal of Georgia 2020 election interference case

A prosecutor on Wednesday dropped all criminal charges in Georgia against U.S.

Trump wins dismissal of Georgia 2020 election interference case
Health|Political

First ‘piggy,’ now ‘ugly’: Trump continues attacks on female reporters

First ‘piggy,’ now ‘ugly’: Trump continues attacks on female reporters

First ‘piggy,’ now ‘ugly’: Trump continues attacks on female reporters
Crime|Political|US

READ: Georgia prosecutor drops racketeering case against Donald Trump

READ: Georgia prosecutor drops racketeering case against Donald Trump

READ: Georgia prosecutor drops racketeering case against Donald Trump
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump's case against Senator Mark Kelly faces steep hurdles under military law

Threats by the Trump administration to

Trump's case against Senator Mark Kelly faces steep hurdles under military law
World

Russia says leak of Witkoff call recording is unacceptable, amounts to hybrid warfare

Russia said on Wednesday that the leak of a recording of a call between top advisers to Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin was an unacceptable attempt to undermine Ukraine peace

Russia says leak of Witkoff call recording is unacceptable, amounts to hybrid warfare
Business|Europe|Political|World

Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal

U.S.

Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say

China bought at least 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans worth around $300 million in contracts signed since Tuesday, two traders with knowledge of

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say
US|World

Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony

President Donald Trump brought insults and grievances to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony at the White House

Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony
Crime|US

Dismissal of Comey, James cases won't be the final word. Here's what the path ahead may look like

A federal judge’s dismissal of criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney Letitia James, two political foes of President Donald Trump, won’t be the final word on the matter

Dismissal of Comey, James cases won't be the final word. Here's what the path ahead may look like
World

Mamdani meets America’s unruly uncle: South Asians hail the special social skill that tamed Trump

Mamdani meets America’s unruly uncle: South Asians hail the special social skill that tamed Trump

Mamdani meets America’s unruly uncle: South Asians hail the special social skill that tamed Trump
Health|Science|World

Trump-era global funding cuts devastate HIV prevention programmes, UNAIDS says

An uncounted number of extra people have died from AIDS and 2.5 million have lost access to medicine to block the spread of HIV, because of cuts to global

Trump-era global funding cuts devastate HIV prevention programmes, UNAIDS says
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief

TikTok said Tuesday it had named former Boeing government affairs chief Ziad Ojakli as the short video app's head of public policy for the Americas as it

TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday he was concluding a second round of interviews later in the day for a new U.S.

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says
Food|US|World

Trump adds Thanksgiving turkeys Gobble and Waddle to his long pardon list

U.S.

Trump adds Thanksgiving turkeys Gobble and Waddle to his long pardon list
Crime|Political|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months

In addition to pardoning two North Carolina turkeys at the annual White House ceremony, President Donald Trump discussed his crime-fighting efforts in Washington, D.C., claiming that it’s been six months since the city has seen a murder

FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months
Political|US|World

In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map

In a reversal, Indiana Republicans will meet in December to consider whether to heed President Donald Trump's demand for a new congressional district map favoring Republican

In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Election|Finance|Technology|World

X's new feature raises questions about the foreign origins of some popular US political accounts

Over the weekend, Elon Musk’s X unveiled a feature that lets users see where an account is based

X's new feature raises questions about the foreign origins of some popular US political accounts
Business|Economy|Political|World

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC

Chinese purchases of American soybeans are "right on schedule", U.S.

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC
Economy|Political|World

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash

"Call me anytime" was the message Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she received from U.S.

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash
Political|US|World

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war
Political|US|World

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’
Economy|Europe|World

Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that an amended peace plan for Ukraine must reflect the "spirit and letter" of understandings reached between President

Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Political|US

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi
Crime|US|World

Pentagon threatens to prosecute Senator Mark Kelly by recalling him to Navy service

The Pentagon on Monday threatened to recall U.S.

Pentagon threatens to prosecute Senator Mark Kelly by recalling him to Navy service
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's decision to resign from the House after publicly disagreeing with former President Donald Trump has surprised some in Georgia

Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries

President Donald Trump is directing the federal government to share scientific data and use artificial intelligence to accelerate discovery, including streamlining the nation’s electric grid

Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds

A majority of U.S.

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds
Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says

The White House is preparing a health-policy framework that would extend Affordable Care Act insurance premium subsidies for two years, Politico reported on Monday, a

Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says
Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions

President Donald Trump has pledged to end temporary legal protections for Somalis in Minnesota, sparking fear in the state's immigrant community

Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi

U.S.

Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi
Political|World

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US
World

Justice Department defends Trump ban on Associated Press Oval Office access

A U.S.

Justice Department defends Trump ban on Associated Press Oval Office access
Africa|Americas|Asia|Education|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|US|World

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism

In 1946, young men in khaki shirts marched through Atlanta performing Nazi salutes and promising racial vengeance. They lasted 10 months. Today’s fascists aren’t as easily banished.

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism

Born of crisis but torn by years of tensions among its members, the Group of 20 major economies scored a rare victory this weekend for

G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line

President Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in next November's midterm elections, but he’s plunging into them with his own presidency

Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
Arts|Food|Interview|World

In New Orleans, immigrants are staying home and hiding out as city braces for Border Patrol operation

In New Orleans, immigrants are staying home and hiding out as city braces for Border Patrol operation

In New Orleans, immigrants are staying home and hiding out as city braces for Border Patrol operation
Education|Europe|Travel|World

Optimism ahead of pope's visit to Turkey for reopening of Istanbul's Greek Orthodox seminary

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on his first trip abroad with a visit to Turkey, marking a key event in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity

Optimism ahead of pope's visit to Turkey for reopening of Istanbul's Greek Orthodox seminary
Political|World

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is standing by his past criticisms that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist

Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that Ukraine was grateful to the United States and to President Donald Trump for all U.S. efforts aimed at helping Kyiv.

Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the 43-day government shutdown caused an $11 billion permanent hit to the U.S. economy, but he

No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the declaration from this weekend's Group of 20 summit

South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter

U.S.

DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority

Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority

Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'

Canada will resume trade discussions with the United States "when it's appropriate," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday, noting he did not have a pressing issue

Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'
Europe|World

Western leaders say Ukraine plan needs work, Trump signals scope for changes

Western leaders said on Saturday that a peace plan proposed by the United States can be a basis for talks to end Russia's war in

Western leaders say Ukraine plan needs work, Trump signals scope for changes
Africa|Political|US|World

US signals broader efforts to protect Nigeria's Christians following Trump's military threat

President Donald Trump’s administration is promoting efforts to work with Nigeria’s government to counter violence against Christians

US signals broader efforts to protect Nigeria's Christians following Trump's military threat
Arts

Trump's breakup with Greene is not the same as others. But like always, there may be second chances

President Donald Trump’s chaotic political universe has at least one consistent law that rises above any other: The president has no permanent friends and no permanent enemies

Trump's breakup with Greene is not the same as others. But like always, there may be second chances
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic

New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic

New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic
Arts|Business|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Travel

Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base Andrews

President Donald Trump says he's teaming up with legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus to revamp the golf courses at Joint Base Andrews

Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base Andrews
Arts|Business|Political|Sports|US|World

Trump says Nicklaus will lead golf course revamp at Joint Base Andrews

U.S.

Trump says Nicklaus will lead golf course revamp at Joint Base Andrews
Political|World

Trump paints Zelenskyy into a corner with his new plan to end Russia's war on Ukraine

President Donald Trump is resurfacing his argument that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy doesn’t “have the cards” to continue on the battlefield

Trump paints Zelenskyy into a corner with his new plan to end Russia's war on Ukraine
Business|Economy|World

US tariff cut to 15% for Switzerland could take effect early December, says economy minister

The United States' general tariff of 39% on imports from Switzerland could be cut to 15% from early December, Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin told the broadcaster SRF in an

US tariff cut to 15% for Switzerland could take effect early December, says economy minister
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 31 Ukrainian citizens convicted of criminal offences on the territory of Belarus, the state news agency Belta reported on Saturday.

Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports
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Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices

President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to lower consumer prices that skyrocketed during Joe Biden's term, but he is now facing the

Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices
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G20 summit declaration stresses seriousness of climate change in snub to Trump

The Leaders' Declaration from a Group of 20 summit in South Africa on Saturday stressed the seriousness of climate change, in a snub to U.S.

G20 summit declaration stresses seriousness of climate change in snub to Trump
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Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump

President Donald Trump’s base has supported him through countless controversies. But they split from him over the release of the Epstein files. Why does MAGA care so much about this issue?

Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump
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Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files

Trump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein

Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files
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US Supreme Court temporarily pauses lower court order that tossed Texas voting maps

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US Supreme Court temporarily pauses lower court order that tossed Texas voting maps
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MAGA favorite Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after split with Trump

Saying she refused to be a “battered wife,” U.S.

MAGA favorite Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after split with Trump
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The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from Congress

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia says she is resigning from Congress in January

The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from Congress
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Trump says he's terminating legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota

President Donald Trump says he’s “immediately” ending temporary legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota

Trump says he's terminating legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota
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Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will have to like a U.S.-backed peace plan to halt Russia's invasion and ultimately approve it, U.S.

Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan
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Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Friday the U.S. plan for a settlement of the war in Ukraine was aimed at preventing more Ukrainian deaths and

Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives
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Trump and Mamdani bond over affordability issues, love of New York and winning in collegial Oval Office meeting

Trump and Mamdani bond over affordability issues, love of New York and winning in collegial Oval Office meeting

Trump and Mamdani bond over affordability issues, love of New York and winning in collegial Oval Office meeting
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Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela

Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela

Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela
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Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure

Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure

Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure
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Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting

After months of trading insults, U.S.

Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting
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Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag

President Donald Trump and New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani come from opposite parties and have spent months sniping at each other

Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag
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A federal judge blocked Trump's National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren't leaving just yet

A federal judge on Thursday ordered a temporary end to President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops in the nation’s capital

A federal judge blocked Trump's National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren't leaving just yet
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Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in China

The daughter of a detained Chinese Christian pastor is urging U.S. lawmakers to help free her father at a time when President Donald Trump has vowed to “save our Great Christian population” worldwide

Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in China
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Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit

Brazil's government said on Friday that 22% of its exports to the United States remain subject to a 40% extra tariff after President Donald Trump expanded the list of exemptions to

Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit
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Brazil fears losing US market share in instant coffee after Trump maintains tariffs

Brazil risks losing its market share in instant coffee sales in the U.S. after President Donald Trump retained 50% tariffs on the product while cutting duties for green coffee,

Brazil fears losing US market share in instant coffee after Trump maintains tariffs
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G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say

G20 envoys have agreed on a draft leaders' declaration ahead of this weekend's summit in Johannesburg without U.S. input, four

G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say
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More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says

More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says

More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says
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What's behind Nigeria's latest school abductions, church attack?

Nigeria has grabbed global headlines again following a spate of attacks by gunmen involving the kidnapping of dozens of students from two

What's behind Nigeria's latest school abductions, church attack?
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Trump officials eye Cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports

The White House is preparing for possible turnover in the Cabinet after U.S.

Trump officials eye Cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports
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Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil

Global coffee prices plunged on Friday after U.S.

Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil
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Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat who served as a House manager in President Donald Trump’s 2021 impeachment trial, has launched his bid for California governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor
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Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions

North Carolina this week emerged as a new front in President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown - one poised to shape one of next

Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions
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Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports

The White House is preparing for possible turnover in the cabinet after U.S.

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports
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FAA gives $10K bonuses only to controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration says only 776 of the nearly 20,000 air traffic controllers and technicians who had to work without pay during the shutdown will receive bonuses

FAA gives $10K bonuses only to controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during shutdown
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Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'

ABC is in President Donald Trump's crosshairs this week

Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'
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Trump, Vance not invited to Dick Cheney's Washington funeral

U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not invited to Thursday's funeral service for former Vice President Dick Cheney, according to a White House official.

Trump, Vance not invited to Dick Cheney's Washington funeral
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Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump

Mining industry access to federally owned coal in northeastern Wyoming will continue under a bill headed to President Donald Trump

Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump
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Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

Washington National Cathedral hosted a bipartisan show of respect and remembrance for Dick Cheney, the consequential and polarizing vice president who became an acidic scold of fellow Republican President Donald Trump

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded
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Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric
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Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns

While President Donald Trump has struggled to settle on a way to address Americans’ concerns about high costs, Vice President JD Vance on Thursday offered a more direct and empathetic message, saying, “We hear you” and “there’s a lot more work to do.”

Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns
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Bush, Biden and former vice presidents honor Dick Cheney, while Trump, Vance snubbed for funeral invitation

Bush, Biden and former vice presidents honor Dick Cheney, while Trump, Vance snubbed for funeral invitation

Bush, Biden and former vice presidents honor Dick Cheney, while Trump, Vance snubbed for funeral invitation
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US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website

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US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website