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Today: December 05, 2025
Today: December 05, 2025

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Trump administration ‘inadvertently’ deported transgender woman to Mexico despite judge’s concern she may face torture there

Trump administration ‘inadvertently’ deported transgender woman to Mexico despite judge’s concern she may face torture there

Trump administration ‘inadvertently’ deported transgender woman to Mexico despite judge’s concern she may face torture there
Business|Economy|Political|World

Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data

Ten Democratic secretaries of state are asking the Trump administration to provide more information about its efforts to seek voter registration data

Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh

Federal agents have expanded their North Carolina immigration crackdown to the area around the state capital of Raleigh

Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule

By Courtney Rozen and Sarah N.

US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule
Political|World

1 Israeli killed and 3 wounded in West Bank stabbing as UN approves Trump's Gaza plan

Palestinian attackers have stabbed an Israeli to death and wounded three others in the West Bank

1 Israeli killed and 3 wounded in West Bank stabbing as UN approves Trump's Gaza plan
Crime|Political|US|World

US to send 250 border agents to Louisiana, Mississippi next month, AP reports

The U.S.

US to send 250 border agents to Louisiana, Mississippi next month, AP reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it has loaned Constellation Energy Corp $1 billion to restart its nuclear reactor at a Pennsylvania plant formerly

US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot
Crime|Political|US|World

DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say

Federal agents are set to conduct a major immigration crackdown called “Swamp Sweep” in New Orleans in the coming weeks

DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment

Pope Leo XIV has strongly backed U.S. bishops who condemned the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment
Economy|Education|Political|US

Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department

The U.S. Education Department is handing off some of its biggest grant programs to other federal agencies as the Trump administration accelerates its plan to shut down the department

Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department
Business|US|World

FEMA chief steps down as Trump administration prepared to oust him

FEMA chief steps down as Trump administration prepared to oust him

FEMA chief steps down as Trump administration prepared to oust him
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

Eswatini has become the first African country to receive lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection that global health officials call a game-changer

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators

Feeling the heat from Americans worried about inflation, U.S.

Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?

Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?

Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban

Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban

Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban
Political|Technology|World

Trump says 'we'll be selling' F-35s to Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump said on Monday he plans to approve the sale of U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, speaking a day before he hosts Saudi Crown

Trump says 'we'll be selling' F-35s to Saudi Arabia
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science

EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

The Environmental Protection Agency says it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to limit the amount of wetlands it covers

EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers
Political|US|World

Supreme Court to review US government power to limit asylum processing

The U.S.

Supreme Court to review US government power to limit asylum processing
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration

The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department said on Monday, including the

US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|World

Trump's coffee tariff change helps US roasters, hurts Brazil

The Trump administration's decision to eliminate tariffs on most coffee bean imports will be a boon for coffee roasters and

Trump's coffee tariff change helps US roasters, hurts Brazil
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure

David Richardson, the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is stepping down, according to the Department of Homeland Security, ending a

Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure
Business|Health

Judges question dismissal of private Tylenol lawsuits; Kenvue shares fall

Kenvue could face the revival of more than 500 private lawsuits alleging its Tylenol painkiller causes autism, after a U.S. appeals court panel on Monday

Judges question dismissal of private Tylenol lawsuits; Kenvue shares fall
Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|US

Granddaughter of 'Charlotte's Web' author upset with use of its title in immigration crackdown

The Trump administration has a name for its immigration sweep in North Carolina’s largest city

Granddaughter of 'Charlotte's Web' author upset with use of its title in immigration crackdown
Crime|Political|US

Judge overseeing US Rep. McIver's case tells prosecutors to turn over authorities' texts

A federal judge overseeing the criminal case of U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has told Trump administration attorneys to turn over authorities’ text messages from her chaotic visit to an immigration detention center in New Jersey that led to charges accusing her of assaulting officers

Judge overseeing US Rep. McIver's case tells prosecutors to turn over authorities' texts
Business|Economy|Environment

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

A new analysis of consumer data shows that more people in the United States are falling behind on their utility bills

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says

A new report finds over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments have been affected by the National Institutes of Health’s funding cuts

NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|World

Immigrant student enrollment is dwindling at schools across the US amid immigration crackdowns

Schools across the U.S. are seeing a big drop in enrollment from immigrant families

Immigrant student enrollment is dwindling at schools across the US amid immigration crackdowns
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year

His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year

His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year
Education|World

Foreign enrollment at US colleges holds steady, for now, despite Trump's visa crackdown

A new report finds that foreign students enrolled at U.S. colleges in strong numbers this fall despite fears that a Trump administration crackdown would trigger a nosedive

Foreign enrollment at US colleges holds steady, for now, despite Trump's visa crackdown
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown

Federal agents arrested at least 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend, a senior commander said on Sunday, marking a sharp escalation in the Trump

US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown
Political

Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal

Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal

Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US may open talks with Venezuela's Maduro

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States may open talks with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who faces escalating pressure

Trump says US may open talks with Venezuela's Maduro
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US may have discussions with Maduro as aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean

President Donald Trump says the U.S. “may be having some discussions” with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

Trump says US may have discussions with Maduro as aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans
Business|Political|World

Iran says US is not ready for 'equal and fair' nuclear talks

Washington's current approach toward Tehran does not indicate any readiness for "equal and fair negotiations", Iran's foreign minister said on Sunday, after U.S.

Iran says US is not ready for 'equal and fair' nuclear talks
MidEast|Political|World

Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza

Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza

Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza
Business|Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports

Trump administration officials, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have discussed scaling back the role of Marty Makary, the U.S.

RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports
Education|Political|US|World

Judge indefinitely bars Trump from fining University of California over alleged discrimination

A federal judge in San Francisco has blocked the Trump administration from summarily cutting funding to the University of California over claims the school system allows antisemitism or other forms of discrimination

Judge indefinitely bars Trump from fining University of California over alleged discrimination
Crime|US|World

House Democrat exchanged texts with Epstein during 2019 congressional hearing

House Democrat exchanged texts with Epstein during 2019 congressional hearing

House Democrat exchanged texts with Epstein during 2019 congressional hearing
Business|Economy|Political|World

USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump

New data the Agriculture Department released Friday created serious doubts about whether China will really buy millions of bushels of American soybeans like the Trump administration touted last month

USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump
Crime|Political|World

Officials in North Carolina city vow to resist looming federal immigration crackdown

Officials and community leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, are opposing a pending federal immigration crackdown

Officials in North Carolina city vow to resist looming federal immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets

The Trump administration on Friday gave clearance to potential buyers to talk to Russia's Lukoil about buying

US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets
Crime|Political|US|World

US military's 20th strike on alleged drug-running boat kills 4 in the Caribbean

The U.S. military says its 20th strike on a boat accused of transporting drugs has killed four people in the Caribbean Sea

US military's 20th strike on alleged drug-running boat kills 4 in the Caribbean
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety

A crosswalk honoring Buddy Holly with a painted depiction of the rock and roll legend's iconic glasses will have to be removed from his hometown of Lubbock, Texas

Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department targets judicial 'obstacles' in immigration, antifa cases, email shows

The U.S.

US Justice Department targets judicial 'obstacles' in immigration, antifa cases, email shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion

American Bitcoin, backed by two of U.S.

Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion
Crime|Political|US

Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations

Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations

Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles

The U.S. government has hired 50,000 employees since President Donald Trump took office, his top personnel official said, with the new staff largely in national

US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump to deploy immigration agents to Charlotte as soon as Saturday, sheriff says

The Trump administration will deploy federal immigration agents to Charlotte, North Carolina, as soon as Saturday or the beginning of next week, the local sheriff said on

Trump to deploy immigration agents to Charlotte as soon as Saturday, sheriff says
Crime|Election|Political|US

Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office

Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office

Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office
Crime|Political|US|World

US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says

US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says

US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala

The Trump administration has announced trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala

Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says

Charlotte, North Carolina, is the latest U.S. city preparing for a potential immigration crackdown by the Trump administration

Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says
Economy|Political|US|World

The longest US government shutdowns

The U.S. government shutdown ended on its 43rd day on Thursday, the longest in history and breaking a record set in 2019 during President Donald Trump's first term in office.

The longest US government shutdowns
Election|Finance|US|World

Trump administration sues to stop California from redistricting to give Democrats more House seats

Trump administration sues to stop California from redistricting to give Democrats more House seats

Trump administration sues to stop California from redistricting to give Democrats more House seats
Americas|World

US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power

The United States’ most advanced aircraft carrier is expected to reach the waters off Venezuela in days

US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power
Political|US|World

Trump administration sues California over new redistricting maps

U.S.

Trump administration sues California over new redistricting maps
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown

Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown

Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling

The Trump administration has finalized a plan to open the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling, renewing long-simmering debate over whether to drill in one of the nation’s most sensitive wilderness areas

Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling
Economy|Finance|World

European officials consider pooling dollars to lessen Fed reliance after Trump shocks

European financial stability officials are debating whether to create an alternative to Federal

European officials consider pooling dollars to lessen Fed reliance after Trump shocks
Arts|Crime|Entertainment

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ prison release date set for 2028

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ prison release date set for 2028

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ prison release date set for 2028
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Science

USDA searched for terms like 'diversity,' 'climate modeling' to target grants for cancellation

The U.S.

USDA searched for terms like 'diversity,' 'climate modeling' to target grants for cancellation
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China

Top Senate Democrats including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took aim at the Trump administration for suspending a measure that blocked thousands of

Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting
Business|Economy|World

US court temporarily blocks USDOT order to unwind Delta, Aeromexico joint venture

A U.S. appeals court late on Wednesday temporarily halted a government agency's order to force Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico to unwind a joint venture by

US court temporarily blocks USDOT order to unwind Delta, Aeromexico joint venture
Business|Economy|Health|World

The Latest: Longest government shutdown in US history ends after 43 days as Trump signs funding bill

President Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill to end a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks

The Latest: Longest government shutdown in US history ends after 43 days as Trump signs funding bill
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Trump signs deal to end longest US government shutdown in history

By David Morgan, Nolan D.

Trump signs deal to end longest US government shutdown in history
Political

Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files

Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files

Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Trump eyes more domestic travel to tout economic agenda, affordability

U.S.

Trump eyes more domestic travel to tout economic agenda, affordability
Crime|World

Judge signals hundreds of people detained in Chicago immigration crackdown could be released on bond

A federal judge has signaled that hundreds of people arrested and detained in the Chicago area immigration crackdown could soon be released on bond while they await immigration hearings

Judge signals hundreds of people detained in Chicago immigration crackdown could be released on bond
Business|Economy|Finance|World

White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting

The White House is exploring new measures to curb the influence of proxy advisers which conservatives have for years complained push liberal-leaning views,

White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting
Business|Economy

US consumer finance watchdog proposes ending civil rights-era anti-discrimination requirements

The U.S. federal consumer finance watchdog on Wednesday proposed narrowing key civil-rights-era anti-discrimination requirements for the financial industry,

US consumer finance watchdog proposes ending civil rights-era anti-discrimination requirements
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|World

Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​

U.S. strikes against suspected drug vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean have killed dozens of people who President Donald Trump's administration calls

Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​
Business|Economy|Finance|US

The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia

The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia

The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia
Business|Crime|Economy|Lifestyle

Chicagoans buy out street vendors amid a federal immigration crackdown

Across Chicago’s Latino neighborhoods, fear of a federal immigration crackdown has emptied the streets

Chicagoans buy out street vendors amid a federal immigration crackdown
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop

The Kremlin said on Wednesday there had been contact between Britain's national security adviser, Jonathan Powell, and Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov but that the dialogue

Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered security forces to stop sharing intelligence with the United States until it stops striking suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean

Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume

The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end
Business|Economy|Environment|World

At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy

California Governor Gavin Newsom assured an audience at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil that his state would continue to prioritize green technology,

At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy
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Saudi Arabia to host investment summit during bin Salman's Washington visit, source says

Saudi Arabia is expected to host a U.S.-Saudi investment summit in Washington on November 19 during a visit by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, according to

Saudi Arabia to host investment summit during bin Salman's Washington visit, source says
Economy|Health|US

Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order

Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order

Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order
Economy|Environment|Health|Political

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end
Health|Political|Travel|World

New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances

A new directive by President Donald Trump’s administration could make it more difficult for foreigners to visit or live in the United States if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes or obesity or lack the economic resources and assets to support themselves

New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack

Venezuela is deploying weapons, including decades-old Russian-made equipment, and is planning to mount a guerrilla-style resistance or sow chaos in the event of a U.S. air or ground attack,

Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds

The top U.S. consumer watchdog said on Monday it was legally prohibited from drawing cash from the Federal Reserve to support continuing operations, but that

US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds
Business|Europe|Political|World

Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound

Thousands of protesters circled a former army headquarters in Serbia on Tuesday over a new law to speed its conversion into a luxury compound leased to an

Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound
Business|Economy

Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?

Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?

Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?