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Wedding bells for Cantlay and alarm bells for the Americans after another Ryder Cup loss in Europe

The United States never recovered from an opening-session sweep by Europe and were beaten 16 ½ to 11 ½ by a European team that got in front early at every opportunity and produced an array of shot-making that reverberated around the designed amphitheaters that so many holes resembled

Wedding bells for Cantlay and alarm bells for the Americans after another Ryder Cup loss in Europe
Asia|News|US|World

North Korea slams UN nuclear agency as US mouthpiece

North Korea on Monday denounced the U.N. atomic watchdog for joining a U.S.-led pressure campaign and "cooking up" a resolution over its nuclear programmes, calling

North Korea slams UN nuclear agency as US mouthpiece
Asia|Environment|News|Science|Travel|US|Videos|World

Pandas could be gone from America's zoos by the end of next year

The National Zoo’s three giant pandas are set to return to China in December with no public signs the 50-year-old exchange agreement struck by President Richard Nixon will continue

Pandas could be gone from America's zoos by the end of next year
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

Dalio says China-US relations are 'on the brink of red lines'

Ray Dalio, founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates, said on Tuesday that the relationship between China and the United States is "on the brink

Dalio says China-US relations are 'on the brink of red lines'
News|US

Biden tells allies Ukraine support will continue after Republicans block funding

U.S.

Biden tells allies Ukraine support will continue after Republicans block funding
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Treasury's Yellen says US overdependent on China for critical supply chains

U.S.

Treasury's Yellen says US overdependent on China for critical supply chains
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North Korea vows strong response to Pentagon report that calls it a 'persistent' threat

North Korea has slammed the United States over a Pentagon report that labeled it a “persistent" threat because of weapons of mass destruction, saying it will strongly counter what it called U.S. plans for aggression

North Korea vows strong response to Pentagon report that calls it a 'persistent' threat
Asia|News|US|World

The US warns of a Chinese global disinformation campaign that could undermine peace and stability

The State Department in a first-of-its-kind report has laid out Beijing’s growing efforts to reshape the global narrative on China, while spending billions of dollars to do so

The US warns of a Chinese global disinformation campaign that could undermine peace and stability
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Ford's third-quarter US auto sales rise on pickup, crossover SUV demand

Ford Motor on Wednesday posted a near 8% rise in U.S. auto sales for the third-quarter, driven by continued demand for crossover SUVs and pickup trucks.

Ford's third-quarter US auto sales rise on pickup, crossover SUV demand
Economy|News|US|World

IMF expects continuing US support for Ukraine despite Congress dropping aid

The International Monetary Fund says it expects the U.S. to continue playing its key role in amassing multinational support that has helped keep Ukraine’s economy afloat during Russia’s invasion

IMF expects continuing US support for Ukraine despite Congress dropping aid
News|US|World

Biden suggests he has a path around Congress to get more aid to Ukraine and plans major speech

Facing a likely roadblock from House Republicans on aid for Ukraine, President Joe Biden said Wednesday he’s planning to give a major speech on the issue and hinted there may be “another means” to support Kyiv if Congress balks

Biden suggests he has a path around Congress to get more aid to Ukraine and plans major speech
Business|News|US

New England states join to buy offshore wind power as US industry struggles

Three U.S. states in New England - Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut - on Wednesday agreed to jointly procure offshore wind power as soaring interest rates and rising equipment

New England states join to buy offshore wind power as US industry struggles
News|US

US Commerce head hopes to make first chips funding awards this fall

U.S.

US Commerce head hopes to make first chips funding awards this fall
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US public support declines for arming Ukraine -Reuters/Ipsos

Support is falling among Americans of both major political parties for supplying Ukraine with weapons, a warning sign for Kyiv, which relies

US public support declines for arming Ukraine -Reuters/Ipsos
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|News|US

Former Goldman banker Ng to be returned in Malaysia in 1MDB case

Former Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng, facing 10 years in prison after being convicted in New York of helping loot billions of dollars from Malaysia's 1MDB

Former Goldman banker Ng to be returned in Malaysia in 1MDB case
Economy|Environment|Technology|US

U.S., UK and partners working on 15 critical minerals projects

The United States and partners are working on 15 projects to secure supplies of critical minerals needed for electric vehicles and the energy transition, a senior U.S

U.S., UK and partners working on 15 critical minerals projects
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US moves closer to underground testing of nuclear weapons stockpile without any actual explosions

Scientists charged with making sure the United States' aging stockpile of nuclear weapons are good to go, if needed, say they’ll start shipping key components to the Nevada desert next year

US moves closer to underground testing of nuclear weapons stockpile without any actual explosions
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Senator Cardin: US should halt security aid to Azerbaijan after violence

The United States should withhold security assistance to Azerbaijan after its seizure of the ethnic Armenian enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh last month, U.S.

Senator Cardin: US should halt security aid to Azerbaijan after violence
Europe|MidEast|World

Russia says it held talks with US, EU on Nagorno-Karabakh before crisis

Russia exchanged views with the United States and the European Union on the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh ahead of the lightning military operation by Azerbaijan last month, Russian

Russia says it held talks with US, EU on Nagorno-Karabakh before crisis
Americas|World

Migrants pass quickly through once impenetrable Darien jungle as governments scramble for answers

Rain-swollen rivers only briefly slowed the otherwise uninterrupted flow of migrants through this jungle-covered border of Colombia and Panama and by midweek another 2,000 bedraggled migrants stumbled out of the Darien jungle

Migrants pass quickly through once impenetrable Darien jungle as governments scramble for answers
News|US

Analysis-Is the US strategy of engaging China working?

Early in the Biden administration, U.S.

Analysis-Is the US strategy of engaging China working?
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Puma CEO expects double-digit growth in China this year -report

Puma Chief Executive Arne Freundt said that the sportswear company expects to return to double-digit growth in China this year, according to an interview released by the Euro am

Puma CEO expects double-digit growth in China this year -report
Lifestyle|News|Opinion|US|World

What is Indigenous Peoples Day? A day of celebration, protest and reclaiming history

From Alcatraz Island to a park in New York City, Native American people will celebrate their centuries-long history of resilience with ceremonies, dances and speeches

What is Indigenous Peoples Day? A day of celebration, protest and reclaiming history
Europe|Political|US|World

US expels two Russian embassy officials -State Dept

The United States has expelled two Russian embassy officials after Russia earlier expelled two U.S. diplomats from the American embassy in Moscow, the U.S.

US expels two Russian embassy officials -State Dept
News|Political|World

US fears Canada-India row over Sikh activist's killing could upend strategy for countering China

The Biden administration is nervously watching an ongoing dispute between Canada and India

US fears Canada-India row over Sikh activist's killing could upend strategy for countering China
Business|Finance|News|US

Visiting China, Schumer urges fair treatment of US firms

U.S.

Visiting China, Schumer urges fair treatment of US firms
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Rebeca Andrade wins vault's world title, denies Biles another gold medal at world championships

Rebeca Andrade of Brazil has denied Simone Biles a 22nd world title by winning the women’s vault competition ahead of the American superstar

Rebeca Andrade wins vault's world title, denies Biles another gold medal at world championships
News|US

Biden offers Israel support, faces criticism on Iran at home after Hamas attack

U.S.

Biden offers Israel support, faces criticism on Iran at home after Hamas attack
News|Political|US|World

Biden decries the 'unconscionable' Hamas attack and warns Israel's enemies not to exploit the crisis

President Joe Biden has condemned what he says is the “unconscionable” assault by Hamas militants and his administration is pledging to ensure Israel has “what it needs to defend itself.”

Biden decries the 'unconscionable' Hamas attack and warns Israel's enemies not to exploit the crisis
Europe|News|US|World

Poland's security depends on own army and U.S. - deputy PM

Poland's military security depends on its own army and on an alliance with the United States, deputy prime minister and ruling party leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski said on Saturday.

Poland's security depends on own army and U.S. - deputy PM
News|US

Advocates of California bill to ban caste discrimination find veto heartbreaking

Advocates hoped that California's bill passed by the state legislature to ban caste discrimination would make history as the first of its kind statewide law in the United

Advocates of California bill to ban caste discrimination find veto heartbreaking
MidEast|News|US|World

'Several' US citizens have died following attacks in Israel, NSC spokesperson says

Several U.S. nationals have died since the start of Hamas' surprise attack on Israel on Saturday, a National Security Council spokesman said Sunday, adding that U.S. officials remained in

'Several' US citizens have died following attacks in Israel, NSC spokesperson says
News|US|World

U.S. leads moment of silence for Israeli victims at UN Human Rights Council

The United States on Monday led a moment of silence at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva to commemorate the lives of people killed in the major Hamas attack on

U.S. leads moment of silence for Israeli victims at UN Human Rights Council
MidEast|News|US|World

Iran is complicit but there is no direct evidence tying it to attacks in Israel, White House's Kirby says

Iran is complicit even though the United States has no intelligence or evidence that points to Iran's direct participation in attacks in Israel by Palestinian Islamist group

Iran is complicit but there is no direct evidence tying it to attacks in Israel, White House's Kirby says
News|US|World

At least 11 American citizens killed in Israel, Biden says

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Monday that at least 11 American citizens were among those killed in Israel following the weekend's attacks by Palestinian Islamist group Hamas.

At least 11 American citizens killed in Israel, Biden says
News|US

Blinken reiterates US support for Niger civilian govt in call with ousted leader

U.S.

Blinken reiterates US support for Niger civilian govt in call with ousted leader
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

North Korea says military satellite key to countering U.S. 'space militarisation'

North Korea's spy satellite program is an "indispensable" measure to counter U.S. space militarisation aimed at beefing up the United States' preemptive nuclear

North Korea says military satellite key to countering U.S. 'space militarisation'
Europe|News|World

Top US general faces tough task of assuring Europe of Ukraine support

Air Force General Charles Q.

Top US general faces tough task of assuring Europe of Ukraine support
News|US|World

Biden to offer support for Israel, American Jews in speech

President Joe Biden on Tuesday will stress U.S. support for Israel as it reels from the killing of more than 1,000 people, including at least 11 Americans, from

Biden to offer support for Israel, American Jews in speech
Africa|Americas|News|US|World

US assesses that July takeover in Niger was a military coup

The United States has assessed that a July takeover in Niger was a military coup d'etat, senior administration officials said on Tuesday,

US assesses that July takeover in Niger was a military coup
News|World

The US declares the ousting of Niger's president a coup and suspends military aid and training

The U.S. has officially declared the ouster of Niger’s democratically-elected president a coup d’etat

The US declares the ousting of Niger's president a coup and suspends military aid and training
MidEast|US

Analysis-Israel-Hamas war upends Biden's two-pronged Mideast strategy

Until last weekend, the Biden administration was counting on the Middle East to remain relatively calm while it quietly pursued

Analysis-Israel-Hamas war upends Biden's two-pronged Mideast strategy
News|US|World

Biden confirms Americans among hostages captured in Israel, condemns 'sheer evil' of Hamas militants

President Joe Biden is confirming that U.S. citizens are among the hostages captured by Hamas in this weekend’s attack on Israel

Biden confirms Americans among hostages captured in Israel, condemns 'sheer evil' of Hamas militants
Americas|News|World

Mexico says it has rejected US-funded migrant transit centers

Mexico's president says he rejected a U.S. request to set up migrant transit centers in Mexico

Mexico says it has rejected US-funded migrant transit centers
News|US|World

Biden directs US agencies to prevent any domestic threat after Hamas attack

President Joe Biden said on Tuesday U.S. law enforcement agencies were taking steps to disrupt any domestic threat that may emerge after Palestinian Islamist group Hamas'

Biden directs US agencies to prevent any domestic threat after Hamas attack
MidEast|News|US|World

US says it is talking to Israel about safe passage for Gaza civilians

The United States is talking to Israeli officials and others about the idea of a safe passage for Gaza civilians after Israel's air strikes

US says it is talking to Israel about safe passage for Gaza civilians
Economy|Finance|News|US|World

Ukraine receives $1.15 billion grant from US under World Bank program

Ukraine received a $1.15 billion grant from the United States on Wednesday as part of the PEACE in Ukraine program, the Ukrainian finance ministry said.

Ukraine receives $1.15 billion grant from US under World Bank program
MidEast|News|US|World

Initial US intelligence shows Hamas attack surprised Iranian leaders

Initial U.S. intelligence reports show that key Iranian leaders were surprised by the unprecedented attacks on Israel by Palestinian Islamist group Hamas,

Initial US intelligence shows Hamas attack surprised Iranian leaders
MidEast|News|US|World

Biden speaks with Israel's Netanyahu as US monitors situation

The United States is continuing to monitor the situation in Israel, U.S.

Biden speaks with Israel's Netanyahu as US monitors situation
Africa|Americas|News|US|World

Yellen tells Ukraine's Zelenskiy: anti-corruption fight is key to future

U.S.

Yellen tells Ukraine's Zelenskiy: anti-corruption fight is key to future
Asia|Economy|News|US|World

US to attend Beijing defense forum in latest sign of improving ties

The U.S. says it has accepted an invitation to attend China's top annual security forum in late October, the latest sign of potentially warming

US to attend Beijing defense forum in latest sign of improving ties
Business|Economy|News|US

More Americans support striking auto workers than car companies, an AP-NORC poll shows

More Americans sympathize with the striking auto workers than with the three big car companies that employ them

More Americans support striking auto workers than car companies, an AP-NORC poll shows
Asia|News|US|World

US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea as North's leader Kim exchanges messages with Putin

A U.S. nuclear-powered aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea in a demonstration of strength against North Korea

US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea as North's leader Kim exchanges messages with Putin
News|US|World

After treatment at US military hospital, volunteers for Ukraine return to fight

After Russian drones dropped a mortar round and then a grenade on an American volunteer fighting for Ukraine, the former U.S. Marine thought he might lose use of his fingers.

After treatment at US military hospital, volunteers for Ukraine return to fight
Asia|News|World

Exclusive-Combat veteran is top contender to replace China's missing defence minister

General Liu Zhenli, the head of the military body responsible for China's combat operations and planning, has emerged as the top contender to replace the country's defence minister

Exclusive-Combat veteran is top contender to replace China's missing defence minister
Business|Economy|News|World

The US government sanctions two shipping companies for violating the Russian oil price cap

The Treasury Department has imposed its first set of sanctions on two companies that shipped Russian oil in violation of a multinational price cap

The US government sanctions two shipping companies for violating the Russian oil price cap
News|US

US must be ready for simultaneous wars with China, Russia, report says

The United States must prepare for possible simultaneous wars with Russia and China by expanding its conventional forces, strengthening alliances and

US must be ready for simultaneous wars with China, Russia, report says
MidEast|News|US|World

A 'Zionist in my heart': Biden's devotion to Israel faces a new test

President Joe Biden has spent decades as a stalwart supporter of Israel, a connection rooted in long-ago dinner table conversations with his father about the Holocaust

A 'Zionist in my heart': Biden's devotion to Israel faces a new test
News|US|World

North Korea denounces US carrier's arrival in South

North Korea denounced on Friday a U.S. aircraft carrier's visit to South Korea, calling it a provocation that could bring "irrevocable, catastrophic circumstances".

North Korea denounces US carrier's arrival in South
Asia|MidEast|News|World

North Korea denies its weapons used by Hamas against Israel

North Korea denied on Friday its weapons were used by Hamas in the attack against Israel, saying the claim made in some media reports was a bid by Washington to divert the blame for

North Korea denies its weapons used by Hamas against Israel
News|World

Blinken and Austin bolster US support for Israel as potential ground offensive in Gaza looms

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is assuring Israel that “we have your back” as he and America’s top diplomat met with Israeli and Arab leaders

Blinken and Austin bolster US support for Israel as potential ground offensive in Gaza looms
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

US equity funds suffer outflows amid rate worries, Middle East conflict

U.S. equity funds suffered substantial outflows in the week ending Oct. 11, driven by concerns over persistent higher U.S. interest rates and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle

US equity funds suffer outflows amid rate worries, Middle East conflict
Economy|News|US

US consumer sentiment weakens in October

U.S. consumer sentiment fell sharply in October as households anticipated higher inflation over the next year, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumer sentiment weakens in October
News|US|World

US says North Korea delivered 1,000 containers of equipment and munitions to Russia for Ukraine war

The White House says that North Korea has delivered more than 1,000 containers of military equipment and munitions to Russia for its ongoing war in Ukraine

US says North Korea delivered 1,000 containers of equipment and munitions to Russia for Ukraine war
Crime|MidEast|News|US|World

US cities boost security as fears spread over Israel-Hamas war despite lack of credible threats

Police in New York, Los Angeles, and other U.S. cities have increased patrols, authorities put up fencing around the U.S. Capitol and some schools closed amid fears of violence inspired by the Israel-Hamas war

US cities boost security as fears spread over Israel-Hamas war despite lack of credible threats
News|Sports

Germany beats US 3-1 in soccer exhibition as Reyna plays under Berhalter for first time since feud

Niclas Füllkrug and Jamal Musiala scored three minutes apart early in the second half, and Germany rallied to beat the United States 3-1 in an exhibition as Gio Reyna played under American coach Gregg Berhalter for the first time since their family feud erupted

Germany beats US 3-1 in soccer exhibition as Reyna plays under Berhalter for first time since feud
News|US|World

US, Israelis discussing potential Biden visit to Israel, source says

U.S. and Israelis officials are discussing the possibility of a visit to Israel soon by U.S.

US, Israelis discussing potential Biden visit to Israel, source says
MidEast|News|US|World

US boosts Middle East firepower in case Israel-Hamas war spreads

The United States is bolstering its firepower in the Middle East to prevent the spread of the conflict between Israel and

US boosts Middle East firepower in case Israel-Hamas war spreads
News|US|World

Iran says US already 'militarily involved' in Israeli-Palestinian conflict

The United States is already heavily involved in the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians and must be held to account, an Iranian official said on Monday.

Iran says US already 'militarily involved' in Israeli-Palestinian conflict
News

Virginia elections offer a test case on abortion ahead of 2024

At a community fair in Stafford, Virginia, this month, Britainy Riggins approached Democratic state Senate candidate Joel Griffin with

Virginia elections offer a test case on abortion ahead of 2024
MidEast|News|US|World

Trump, campaigning in Iowa, vows to ban Gaza refugees from US if he wins a second term

Former President Donald Trump is vowing to bar refugees from Gaza and expand his first-term travel ban following the deadly attack on Israel last week

Trump, campaigning in Iowa, vows to ban Gaza refugees from US if he wins a second term
News|US

Yellen says US, EU support crucial to Ukraine's fight against Russia

U.S.

Yellen says US, EU support crucial to Ukraine's fight against Russia
Americas|News|US

Venezuela and opposition reach deal on electoral conditions. They plan to sign Tuesday in Barbados

Venezuela’s government and opposition have reached an agreement on new electoral conditions that once signed Tuesday in Barbados will trigger relief from the U.S. government on energy sanctions it imposed on President Nicolás Maduro’s government

Venezuela and opposition reach deal on electoral conditions. They plan to sign Tuesday in Barbados
Crime|News|US

FBI says US murders dropped in 2022, but theft rose

Violent crimes including murder and rape declined in the United States in 2022 from a year earlier, but property crimes rose during the same period, according to data published by the

FBI says US murders dropped in 2022, but theft rose
Economy|News|US

Exclusive-US negotiator expects to sign new deal with strategic Marshall Islands on Monday

The United States has finalized a 20-year extension to its agreement on ties with the strategic Marshall Islands and expects to sign the $2.3 billion deal on

Exclusive-US negotiator expects to sign new deal with strategic Marshall Islands on Monday
News|US|World

Biden didn't make Israeli-Palestinian talks a priority. Arab leaders say region now paying the price

The explosion of Israeli-Palestinian violence has Arab leaders faulting a Biden administration policy that moved away from big U.S. pushes for a broad Israeli-Palestinian peace deal

Biden didn't make Israeli-Palestinian talks a priority. Arab leaders say region now paying the price
Asia|Australia|News|World

Softer China diplomacy as Xi navigates challenges at home

China has been striking a softer tone in its dealings with the world recently, releasing an Australian journalist from prison,

Softer China diplomacy as Xi navigates challenges at home
News|US|World

Duma speaker says US asked Russia not to revoke ratification of nuclear test ban treaty

The speaker of Russia's lower house of parliament, Vyacheslav Volodin, said on Tuesday that Washington had asked Moscow via the United Nations to not revoke its ratification of the

Duma speaker says US asked Russia not to revoke ratification of nuclear test ban treaty
Business|News|US

Donald Trump appears in New York court again for civil fraud trial

Donald Trump appeared in New York court on Tuesday for the third week of a civil fraud trial that could dismantle pillars of the former U.S. president's business empire.

Donald Trump appears in New York court again for civil fraud trial
News|Political|World

Ukraine uses US-provided long-range ATACMS missiles against Russian forces for the first time

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that the United States quietly delivered a small number of the long-range ballistic missiles Ukraine said it urgently needed, and Ukraine has started using them on the battlefield against Russia

Ukraine uses US-provided long-range ATACMS missiles against Russian forces for the first time
MidEast|World

War between Israel and Hamas raises fears about rising US hostility

The war between Israel and Hamas is raising fears about rising hostility across the United States

War between Israel and Hamas raises fears about rising US hostility
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

British navy chief says AUKUS submarine project needs 'rat-catchers' not regulators

The head of Britain's Royal Navy joined Australia on Tuesday in questioning U.S. bureaucratic hurdles facing the three-country AUKUS project to supply

British navy chief says AUKUS submarine project needs 'rat-catchers' not regulators
Asia|News|US|World

Militaries of S.Korea, Japan and US to hold first joint aerial drill

South Korea, the United States and Japan will hold a joint aerial exercise near the Korean peninsula, which would be the first time the three countries are conducting such a drill,

Militaries of S.Korea, Japan and US to hold first joint aerial drill
News|Opinion|US|World

Republicans and Democrats agree that the Afghanistan war wasn't worth it, an AP-NORC poll shows

At a time when Americans are deeply divided along party lines, a new poll shows agreement on at least one issue: The United States' two-decade-long war in Afghanistan was not worth fighting

Republicans and Democrats agree that the Afghanistan war wasn't worth it, an AP-NORC poll shows
News|Political|US|World

Biden's pick to be ambassador to Israel tells senators he'll ensure the US ally 'has what it needs'

President Joe Biden’s nominee to be ambassador to Israel has told senators he will “ensure Israel has what it needs to defend itself” and will work with the U.S. ally to end the attacks by Hamas if he's confirmed

Biden's pick to be ambassador to Israel tells senators he'll ensure the US ally 'has what it needs'
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Marketmind: US growth topping China as megacaps report

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan The two biggest economies in the world are both beating forecasts but U.S. economic growth looks to have leapfrogged China's

Marketmind: US growth topping China as megacaps report
MidEast|News|US|World

US vetoes UN Security Council action on Israel, Gaza

The United States vetoed on Wednesday a United Nations Security Council resolution that would have called for humanitarian pauses in the conflict between Israel and

US vetoes UN Security Council action on Israel, Gaza
News|US|World

In Tel Aviv, Biden reassures Israel, addresses Palestinian suffering

U.S.

In Tel Aviv, Biden reassures Israel, addresses Palestinian suffering
Business|Economy|News|World

U.S. issues new Iran-related sanctions -Treasury Dept website

The United States issued new sanctions Wednesday on people and companies based in Iran, Hong Kong, China and Venezuela for enabling Iran's ballistic missile and

U.S. issues new Iran-related sanctions -Treasury Dept website
Crime|Technology|US

US announces seizure of 17 website domains used by North Korea IT workers

The United States said on Wednesday it has seized 17 website domains used by North Korean information technology workers in a scheme to allegedly defraud

US announces seizure of 17 website domains used by North Korea IT workers
Business|Economy|Finance|News|World

Oil falls as Israel embargo concerns fade, Venezuela sanctions to ease

Oil prices fell on Thursday, reversing gains in the previous session, after OPEC showed no signs of supporting Iran's call for an oil embargo on Israel and as the

Oil falls as Israel embargo concerns fade, Venezuela sanctions to ease
Asia|News|World

Russia's foreign minister offers security talks with North Korea and China as he visits Pyongyang

Russia’s foreign minister has proposed regular security talks with North Korea and China to deal with what he described as increasing U.S.-led regional military threats

Russia's foreign minister offers security talks with North Korea and China as he visits Pyongyang
Economy|Finance|News|US

US leadership 'holds the world together,' Biden says in bid for Ukraine, Israel funds

President Joe Biden launched an urgent mission on Thursday to get Americans behind billions more dollars in spending for

US leadership 'holds the world together,' Biden says in bid for Ukraine, Israel funds
Asia|News|Science|US|World

China's nuclear arsenal at more than 500 warheads -Pentagon report

China has more than 500 operational nuclear warheads in its arsenal and will probably have over 1,000 warheads by 2030, the Pentagon said in its annual report on

China's nuclear arsenal at more than 500 warheads -Pentagon report
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

China is building up its nuclear weapons arsenal faster than previous projections, a US report says

A Pentagon report on China’s military power says Beijing is on track to significantly increase its nuclear weapons arsenal by 2030 and is “almost certainly” learning lessons from Russia’s war in Ukraine about what a conflict over Taiwan might look like

China is building up its nuclear weapons arsenal faster than previous projections, a US report says
Americas|Business|Economy|News

Venezuela starts to pursue former oil clients after US lifts sanctions

Venezuelan state-run oil company PDVSA has begun contacting customers with crude supply contracts amid the temporary lifting of U.S. sanctions, two people

Venezuela starts to pursue former oil clients after US lifts sanctions
News|US

US Attorney General Garland warns of rise in threats tied to Israel-Hamas war

U.S.

US Attorney General Garland warns of rise in threats tied to Israel-Hamas war
News|Political|US|World

New York City rally planned to demand release of Hamas hostages

Protesters demanding the release of hostages taken by Hamas planned a rally in New York's Times Square on Thursday, as President Joe Biden

New York City rally planned to demand release of Hamas hostages
Business|Economy|Europe|News|US

EU's Michel: EU and US must find mutually beneficial solutions on trade disputes

The European Union and the United States must find mutually beneficial solutions to help resolve trade disputes, said European Council President Charles Michel on Thursday.

EU's Michel: EU and US must find mutually beneficial solutions on trade disputes
Asia|News|US|World

US encourages Afghanistan's neighbors, including Pakistan, to accept refugees

The United States "strongly" encouraged Afghanistan's neighbors, including Pakistan, to allow entry for Afghans seeking protection and urged

US encourages Afghanistan's neighbors, including Pakistan, to accept refugees
Environment|News|US|World

Reporter wins support after Nebraska governor dismissed story because the journalist is Chinese

Advocates and Nebraska lawmakers are defending a reporter after Gov_ Jim Pillen said her story about environmental concerns at his farms wasn’t worth discussing because the reporter was from “communist China.”

Reporter wins support after Nebraska governor dismissed story because the journalist is Chinese
MidEast|News|US|World

As Israel-Hamas war rages, Israelis can now travel to US for 90 days without getting a visa

As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, the United States is now allowing Israelis wishing to visit the United States for 90 days or less to come visa-free

As Israel-Hamas war rages, Israelis can now travel to US for 90 days without getting a visa
News|US

Donald Trump is dominating the GOP primary and settling into a new role: Defendant

Donald Trump is settling into a new role: defendant

Donald Trump is dominating the GOP primary and settling into a new role: Defendant
Europe|News|US

US commitment to Ukraine a central question as Biden meets with EU heads during congressional chaos

President Joe Biden has welcomed European Union leaders to the White House

US commitment to Ukraine a central question as Biden meets with EU heads during congressional chaos
News|US|World

Zelenskiy says US bipartisan support encourages Ukrainian nation and troops

Bipartisan support from the United States is "incredibly encouraging" for Ukraine and its troops, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said following a phone call with U.S.

Zelenskiy says US bipartisan support encourages Ukrainian nation and troops
MidEast|News|World

Analysis-China and Russia find common cause in Israel-Hamas crisis

With anger building across the Middle East over Israel's strikes in Gaza, China and Russia are finding common cause with

Analysis-China and Russia find common cause in Israel-Hamas crisis
Business|Europe|Technology|US

Low-cost EV maker e.GO eyes European, U.S. expansion -CEO

German electric vehicle maker Next.e.GO Mobile plans to build three new Europe and U.S. microfactories over the next couple of years as it expands production of its

Low-cost EV maker e.GO eyes European, U.S. expansion -CEO
Economy|Finance

Column-What landing? Global economy's twin engines rev up: McGeever

The 2024 consensus world economic and market view is shaping up to be a repeat of this year's: weaker growth and probable U.S. recession, leading to a

Column-What landing? Global economy's twin engines rev up: McGeever
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

US auto strike's economic fallout starts to hurt global businesses

Businesses ranging from airlines to auto parts makers are starting to feel the heat from the month-long strike by hourly workers at the Detroit

US auto strike's economic fallout starts to hurt global businesses
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US veto at UN to shield Israel could weaken its Ukraine rallying cry

U.S. credibility rallying support for issues like Ukraine may have been compromised, some diplomats said, after Washington this week blocked United

US veto at UN to shield Israel could weaken its Ukraine rallying cry
Political|US|World

US intelligence report alleging Russia election interference shared with 100 countries

The United States on Friday released a U.S. intelligence assessment sent to more than 100 countries that found Moscow is using spies, social

US intelligence report alleging Russia election interference shared with 100 countries
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American Logan Sargeant trying to hang on in F1 through difficult rookie season

It was one year ago this week that a Formula One team announced a future with an American driver

American Logan Sargeant trying to hang on in F1 through difficult rookie season
News|US

Biden to host South American leaders for Nov. 3 summit

U.S.

Biden to host South American leaders for Nov. 3 summit
Asia|News|US|World

The US is welcomed in the Indo-Pacific region and should do more, ambassador to Japan says

Rahm Emanuel, the U.S. ambassador to Japan, says the U.S. is welcomed in the Indo-Pacific and should do more to counter China's influence there

The US is welcomed in the Indo-Pacific region and should do more, ambassador to Japan says
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North Korea condemns US for supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine

North Korea on Saturday condemned the United States for supplying Ukraine with long-range ballistic missiles known as ATACMS, saying any strike on Russia with them will only hamper

North Korea condemns US for supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine
Asia|News|World

Factbox-What is most significant in the Pentagon's China military report?

The Pentagon this week released its annual report on China's military, which touches on wide-ranging issues related to some of the most important developments in China's

Factbox-What is most significant in the Pentagon's China military report?
Opinion|US

Americans' faith in institutions has been sliding for years. The chaos in Congress isn't helping

For many Americans, the Republican dysfunction that has ground business in the U.S. House to a halt as two wars rage abroad and a budget crisis looms at home is feeding into a longer-term pessimism about the country’s core institutions

Americans' faith in institutions has been sliding for years. The chaos in Congress isn't helping
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Biden: US committed to ensuring Gazans have access to water, food

The United States is committed to ensuring that civilians in Gaza will continue to have access to food, water and medical care without it being diverted by Hamas, President Joe Biden said

Biden: US committed to ensuring Gazans have access to water, food
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US pushes UN to back Israel self-defense, demand Iran stop arms to Hamas

The United States proposed on Saturday a draft U.N.

US pushes UN to back Israel self-defense, demand Iran stop arms to Hamas
Asia|News|US|World

South Korea says holds first joint air drill with Japan and US

South Korea, together with Japan and the United States, held a joint aerial exercise near the Korean peninsula on Sunday, the South Korean military said, marking the first such

South Korea says holds first joint air drill with Japan and US
Asia|News|US|World

South Korea, US and Japan hold first-ever trilateral aerial exercise in face of North Korean threats

The South Korean, U.S. and Japanese militaries have held their first-ever trilateral aerial exercise in response to evolving North Korean nuclear threats

South Korea, US and Japan hold first-ever trilateral aerial exercise in face of North Korean threats
MidEast|News|US|World

US sees threat to US troops in Middle East, risk of escalation

The United States sees the prospect of a significant escalation in attacks on its troops in the Middle East and of Iran seeking to widen

US sees threat to US troops in Middle East, risk of escalation
Asia|US|World

US renews warning it will defend Philippines after incidents with Chinese vessels in South China Sea

The United States has renewed a warning that it would defend the Philippines in case of an armed attack after Chinese ships blocked and collided with two Filipino vessels in the South China Sea

US renews warning it will defend Philippines after incidents with Chinese vessels in South China Sea
Business|News|Technology|US

Biden names technology hubs for 32 states and Puerto Rico to help the industry and create jobs

The White House says the dozens of U.S. technology hubs President Joe Biden is announcing will help communities across the country become centers of innovation critical to its competitiveness

Biden names technology hubs for 32 states and Puerto Rico to help the industry and create jobs
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Kremlin says U.S. can't build 'new world order' that Biden spoke of

The Kremlin said on Monday that it agreed with U.S.

Kremlin says U.S. can't build 'new world order' that Biden spoke of
Australia|News|World

Sydney court postpones extradition hearing of former US military pilot until May

A Sydney court has postponed an extradition hearing for a former U.S. military pilot accused of illegally training Chinese aviators until May as his lawyers attempt to further build their case

Sydney court postpones extradition hearing of former US military pilot until May
News|US

U.S. Treasury sees 'potential improvement' in sovereign debt cases

A senior U.S.

U.S. Treasury sees 'potential improvement' in sovereign debt cases
MidEast|US|World

No direct Iran order for proxies to attack US troops, Pentagon says

The United States has not seen a direct order from Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to attack U.S. troops in the region, the Pentagon

No direct Iran order for proxies to attack US troops, Pentagon says
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Factbox-Republican leadership fight means growing backlog of bills in US House

Infighting among Republicans who control the U.S.

Factbox-Republican leadership fight means growing backlog of bills in US House
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US State Department approves potential missiles sales to UK, Finland, Lithuania - Pentagon

The U.S. State Department approved three potential arms sales to the United Kingdom, Finland and Lithuania, the Pentagon said on Monday.

US State Department approves potential missiles sales to UK, Finland, Lithuania - Pentagon
MidEast|News|US|World

US advises Israel hold off on Gaza invasion, keeps Hamas mediator Qatar in loop -sources

The United States has advised Israel to hold off on a ground assault in the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip and is keeping Qatar

US advises Israel hold off on Gaza invasion, keeps Hamas mediator Qatar in loop -sources
Asia|News|US|World

China's Wang Yi to visit Washington amid Middle East tensions, US officials say

China's top diplomat Wang Yi will travel to the United States later this week, senior Biden administration officials said on Monday, in a long-

China's Wang Yi to visit Washington amid Middle East tensions, US officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|US

China, US officials discuss macroeconomic developments in meeting

Officials from the United States and China on Monday held a two-hour long virtual meeting to discuss domestic and global macroeconomic developments, the U.S.

China, US officials discuss macroeconomic developments in meeting
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US officially concludes Gabon underwent a coup, State Department says

The United States has concluded that a military coup has taken place in Gabon, the U.S.

US officially concludes Gabon underwent a coup, State Department says
Americas|Asia|News|World

Australian and US leaders to discuss Pacific infrastructure, critical minerals

Australia and the United States will announce plans to cooperate on critical minerals and bolster Pacific Islands infrastructure when Prime Minister Anthony

Australian and US leaders to discuss Pacific infrastructure, critical minerals
News|US|World

Blinken says will work with China's Wang Yi to prevent Middle East conflict from spreading

U.S.

Blinken says will work with China's Wang Yi to prevent Middle East conflict from spreading
News|US|World

Biden, Saudi crown prince discuss Israel-Hamas war diplomacy, White House says

U.S.

Biden, Saudi crown prince discuss Israel-Hamas war diplomacy, White House says
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

US developing contingency plans to evacuate Americans from Mideast in case Israel-Hamas war spreads

The White House is developing “prudent contingency planning” to evacuate Americans from the Middle East in case the Israel-Hamas war spreads into a broad regional conflict

US developing contingency plans to evacuate Americans from Mideast in case Israel-Hamas war spreads
Business|Crime|Finance|News|US

Detained WSJ reporter's sister urges Biden to remain focused on his release

The sister of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich on Tuesday urged the Biden administration to remain focused on trying to bring him home from a

Detained WSJ reporter's sister urges Biden to remain focused on his release
News

First major snowstorm of the season hitting the northern Rockies after a warm fall

The first major snowstorm of the season is expected to hit the northern Cascades and Rockies and North Dakota this week, sending residents searching for their winter coats and facing much different driving conditions after a warm fall in many places

First major snowstorm of the season hitting the northern Rockies after a warm fall
Asia|News|US|World

China's defence ministry blasts Pentagon's annual report

China's defence ministry on Wednesday denounced the U.S.

China's defence ministry blasts Pentagon's annual report
News|US|World

China willing to cooperate with US, manage differences - Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that China is willing to promote cooperation with the United States as both sides manage their differences and work together to

China willing to cooperate with US, manage differences - Xi
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US

Taiwan hopeful of reaching tax deal with US next year

Taiwan hopes to reach a long-mooted tax agreement with the United States next year, Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun said on Wednesday, which both sides have said will foster more

Taiwan hopeful of reaching tax deal with US next year
Asia|News|US|World

China said the US is a disruptor of peace in response to Pentagon report on China’s military buildup

China said the United States is the “biggest disruptor of regional peace and stability” in the world in a scathing response to a Pentagon report on China’s growing military buildup

China said the US is a disruptor of peace in response to Pentagon report on China’s military buildup
Australia|US

Biden calls Australia 'an anchor to peace and prosperity' during state visit from Albanese

President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese say they are working to deepen the alliance between their two countries during a state visit to Washington

Biden calls Australia 'an anchor to peace and prosperity' during state visit from Albanese
US

Biden stresses 'path to peace' in Israel-Gaza crisis

U.S.

Biden stresses 'path to peace' in Israel-Gaza crisis
MidEast|News|US|World

US antisemitic incidents up about 400% since Israel-Hamas war began, report says

Antisemitic incidents in the United States rose by about 400% in slightly over two weeks since war broke out in the Middle East after Palestinian Islamist group Hamas

US antisemitic incidents up about 400% since Israel-Hamas war began, report says
News|World

Senate panel OKs Lew to be ambassador to Israel, and a final confirmation vote could come next week

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has approved Jacob Lew to be ambassador to Israel, moving quickly to get him in place during Israel's war with Hamas

Senate panel OKs Lew to be ambassador to Israel, and a final confirmation vote could come next week
Business|Economy|News|US

Instant view: Ford reaches tentative deal with striking UAW workers

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union reached a tentative labor deal on Wednesday with Ford Motor, the first of Detroit's Big Three car manufacturers to negotiate a settlement to strikes

Instant view: Ford reaches tentative deal with striking UAW workers
Asia|News|US|World

S.Korea, Japan, US condemn North Korea's supply of arms to Russia

South Korea, Japan and the United States strongly condemned the supply of arms and military equipment by North Korea to Russia and said they had confirmed "several" deliveries of

S.Korea, Japan, US condemn North Korea's supply of arms to Russia
Economy|Finance|News|US

US economy delivers blockbuster performance in third quarter

The U.S. economy grew almost 5% in the third quarter, again defying dire warnings of a recession, as higher wages from a tight labor market helped to fuel

US economy delivers blockbuster performance in third quarter
Americas|Asia|News|US|World

Mideast in focus as US, China meet to pave way for Biden-Xi summit

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi begins a long-anticipated visit to Washington on Thursday, as the U.S. and China seek

Mideast in focus as US, China meet to pave way for Biden-Xi summit
Political|US

Trump isn't accustomed to restrictions. That's beginning to test the legal system

Efforts to hold Donald Trump accountable are testing the legal system in unprecedented ways

Trump isn't accustomed to restrictions. That's beginning to test the legal system
News|World

China's top diplomat raises hopes for improving US ties as he starts three-day visit to Washington

China’s top diplomat says dialogue between Beijing and Washington should not only be resumed but deepened

China's top diplomat raises hopes for improving US ties as he starts three-day visit to Washington
Americas|Asia|News|World

South Korea, US and Japan condemn North Korea's alleged supply of munitions to Russia

South Korea, the U.S. and Japan have strongly condemned what they call North Korea’s supply of munitions and military equipment to Russia

South Korea, US and Japan condemn North Korea's alleged supply of munitions to Russia
MidEast|News|World

North Korea says Israel bombed Gaza hospital, calls US 'accomplice'

North Korea's foreign ministry accused Israel of bombing a hospital in the Gaza Strip on Oct 17., saying it had openly committed a war crime "under the undisguised patronage of the

North Korea says Israel bombed Gaza hospital, calls US 'accomplice'
News|World

Live updates | Airstrikes ravage swaths of Gaza after Israeli troops and tanks briefly enter

More airstrikes have ravaged parts of the Gaza Strip, leaving it looking like a wasteland from space

Live updates | Airstrikes ravage swaths of Gaza after Israeli troops and tanks briefly enter
Asia|News|US|World

China says US has no right to get involved in problems between it and Philippines

The United States does not have the right to get involved in problems between China and the Philippines, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Thursday at a regular press briefing.

China says US has no right to get involved in problems between it and Philippines
Asia|News|World

Kiribati atoll 2,000 km from Hawaii gets U.S. wharf as China eyes airport

A Pacific atoll 2,000 miles west of Hawaii appears set for a construction boom, with the United States and Australia on Thursday pledging a wharf for remote Kanton

Kiribati atoll 2,000 km from Hawaii gets U.S. wharf as China eyes airport
Crime|News|US

Factbox-Maine town of Lewiston the scene of latest in a series of US mass shootings

A gunman on Wednesday left multiple casualties after opening fire at a bar and a bowling alley in the Maine town of Lewiston, authorities said.

Factbox-Maine town of Lewiston the scene of latest in a series of US mass shootings
Environment|News|US|World

China says it wants to bolster climate cooperation with US as California Gov. Newsom visits Beijing

China’s Environment Minister Huang Runqiu says his country wants to strengthen cooperation with the U.S. to combat climate change

China says it wants to bolster climate cooperation with US as California Gov. Newsom visits Beijing
Asia|Business|Economy|News|US|World

US, China need 'comprehensive' dialogue to stabilize ties, China's Wang says

The United States and China have disagreements but they also share common interests, and the two countries need "in-depth" and "comprehensive" dialogue to reduce

US, China need 'comprehensive' dialogue to stabilize ties, China's Wang says
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U.S. opens northernmost diplomatic station, in Arctic Norway

The United States on Friday opened its northernmost diplomatic station, highlighting the increased importance of the Arctic region for Washington at a time when

U.S. opens northernmost diplomatic station, in Arctic Norway
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Alex Morgan misses penalty and U.S. settles for 0-0 draw with Colombia in exhibition

Alex Morgan missed a penalty at the end of the first half and the United States settled for a scoreless draw against Colombia in an exhibition game on Thursday night

Alex Morgan misses penalty and U.S. settles for 0-0 draw with Colombia in exhibition
News|US|World

US expands its effort to cut off funding for Hamas

The United States on Friday expanded its effort to cut off funding for Hamas, announcing a second round of sanctions against people and organizations linked to the group since it launched an attack on Israel that killed more than 1,400 people

US expands its effort to cut off funding for Hamas
Economy|Finance|News|Technology|US

US says some digital asset firms not doing enough to stop illicit finance

The United States on Friday said some firms in the digital asset space were not doing enough to stop the flow of illicit finance.

US says some digital asset firms not doing enough to stop illicit finance
Africa|News|World

US State Department says Sudan ceasefire talks reconvene

The United States, Saudi Arabia and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, together with the African Union, have relaunched humanitarian and ceasefire talks between the

US State Department says Sudan ceasefire talks reconvene
Asia|News|US|World

US, South Korean warplanes kick off joint air drills

The United States and South Korea began major air exercises on Monday, involving 130 warplanes from both countries to simulate 24-hour wartime operations.

US, South Korean warplanes kick off joint air drills
Economy|News|US|World

China, US should have 'objective' understanding of strategic intention - Chinese foreign ministry

China and the United States should have an objective understanding of each other's strategic intention and take the correct view of competitive factors in future exchanges, China's

China, US should have 'objective' understanding of strategic intention - Chinese foreign ministry
Americas|News|Sports|US

Youth movement: Fishel, Shaw score their first U.S. goals as American women defeat Colombia 3-0

Mia Fishel and Jaedyn Shaw both scored their first international goals and the United States defeated Colombia 3-0 in an exhibition match on Sunday

Youth movement: Fishel, Shaw score their first U.S. goals as American women defeat Colombia 3-0
Americas|Asia|News|US|World

China honors American veterans of World War II known as Flying Tigers in an effort to improve ties

China has honored two American veterans of World War II as Beijing and Washington look to past collaboration for inspiration to deal with today's strained ties

China honors American veterans of World War II known as Flying Tigers in an effort to improve ties
Asia|Business|Economy|News

South Korea economic growth to exceed potential rate in 2024, Yoon says

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Tuesday the economy in 2024 would exceed the potential growth rate after picking up pace in the second half of 2023, and pledged closer

South Korea economic growth to exceed potential rate in 2024, Yoon says
Americas|News|Travel|World

Haiti bans charter flights to Nicaragua in blow to migrants fleeing poverty and violence

Haiti’s government has banned all charter flights to Nicaragua that migrants fleeing poverty and violence had been increasingly using in their quest to reach the United States

Haiti bans charter flights to Nicaragua in blow to migrants fleeing poverty and violence
US|World

Explainer-What is US daylight saving time and why was it created?

As countries including the United States, Canada and Cuba prepare to set clocks back an hour on Nov. 5 as daylight saving time ends, debate is once again emerging in the U.S.

Explainer-What is US daylight saving time and why was it created?
News|US

As wars rage, Biden administration to make case for $106 billion for Ukraine, Israel

Two of President Joe Biden's top advisers will try to convince U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday that it is in the country's best interest to provide billions more

As wars rage, Biden administration to make case for $106 billion for Ukraine, Israel
Europe|News|World

Northern Ireland has a window to resume power-sharing government -US

A deal to restore political power sharing in Northern Ireland is possible in the coming weeks, thanks in part to the prospect of significant investment in the region,

Northern Ireland has a window to resume power-sharing government -US
Crime|MidEast|News|US|World

Hamas attack will inspire greatest US terror threat since ISIS - FBI director

The attack by Hamas on Israel will inspire the most significant terror threat to the U.S. since the rise of ISIS nearly a decade ago, FBI Director Christopher Wray

Hamas attack will inspire greatest US terror threat since ISIS - FBI director
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Morgan Stanley may pay $1 billion to resolve US probe into private stock sales - Semafor

Morgan Stanley may pay as much as $1 billion to resolve a long-running U.S. probe into how it handled private stock sales, Semafor reported on Tuesday.

Morgan Stanley may pay $1 billion to resolve US probe into private stock sales - Semafor
Business|Economy|News|US

US crude output reaches monthly record in August at 13.05 million bpd -EIA

U.S. field production of crude oil rose to a new monthly record in August at 13.05 million barrels per day, the Energy Information Administration said on

US crude output reaches monthly record in August at 13.05 million bpd -EIA
Crime|News|US|World

The FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by the Hamas attack on Israel

FBI Director Christopher Wray is warning that Hamas’ rampage inside Israel could inspire violence in the U.S. He told lawmakers on Tuesday that multiple foreign extremist groups have called for attacks against Americans and the West in recent weeks

The FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by the Hamas attack on Israel
MidEast|News|World

Jacob Lew, former treasury secretary to Obama, confirmed as US ambassador to Israel

The Senate has confirmed Jacob Lew as ambassador to Israel, filling the key diplomatic post as the country is fighting a war with Hamas

Jacob Lew, former treasury secretary to Obama, confirmed as US ambassador to Israel
Africa|Americas|Economy|News|US

Factbox-The U.S. African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)

South Africa will host the annual African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum in Johannesburg from Nov 2-4 to discuss the United States' flagship trade programme for

Factbox-The U.S. African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)
Business|Economy|News|US

U.S. manufacturing sector slumps in October-ISM

U.S. manufacturing contracted sharply in October after showing signs of improvement in prior months as new orders and employment slumped, likely reflecting

U.S. manufacturing sector slumps in October-ISM
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Toyota hiking wage of U.S. factory workers after UAW labor deals

Toyota Motor said Wednesday it is raising the wages of non-union U.S. factory workers just days after the United Auto Workers union won major pay and benefit hikes from the Detroit Three

Toyota hiking wage of U.S. factory workers after UAW labor deals
MidEast|News|Political|World

The US has strongly backed Israel's war against Hamas. The allies don't seem to know what comes next

When Secretary of State Antony Blinken was asked who would govern the Gaza Strip following Israel’s war against Hamas, he said a return of the internationally recognized Palestinian Authority made “the most sense.”

The US has strongly backed Israel's war against Hamas. The allies don't seem to know what comes next
US

New Fortress Energy may need to reapply for Mexico LNG permit -US

The U.S.

New Fortress Energy may need to reapply for Mexico LNG permit -US
News|US

Blinken to reassert in Israel its right to act but need to minimize civilian casualties

U.S.

Blinken to reassert in Israel its right to act but need to minimize civilian casualties
Americas|Economy|News|US

US to offer economic benefits for countries hosting migrants, shore up supply chains

The United States on Friday will announce new development financing for countries hosting migrants in the Western Hemisphere as part of an effort

US to offer economic benefits for countries hosting migrants, shore up supply chains
Africa|Americas|News|World

Africa-US trade programme needs at least 10-year extension, AU says

Africa wants the U.S.

Africa-US trade programme needs at least 10-year extension, AU says
Americas|Economy|News

The Biden administration pushes for more US-Latin America trade, seeking to lessen Chinese influence

President Joe Biden is trying to increase trade with Latin America

The Biden administration pushes for more US-Latin America trade, seeking to lessen Chinese influence
Business|Finance|US

Ford reports lower US vehicle sales in October

Ford reported a 5.3% drop in total U.S. vehicle sales in October against the backdrop of the recent United Auto Workers (UAW) union strike at some of its facilities.

Ford reports lower US vehicle sales in October
News|US

Yellen: U.S. committed to boosting trade, investment with Indo-Pacific

U.S.

Yellen: U.S. committed to boosting trade, investment with Indo-Pacific
Americas|Asia|News|US|World

U.S. remains focused on Indo-Pacific despite other global challenges -officials

The United States remains focused on the Indo-Pacific despite other global challenges, top U.S. diplomats said on Thursday as Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepared to go to

U.S. remains focused on Indo-Pacific despite other global challenges -officials
Arts|Asia|News|US|World

American Ballet Theatre returns to China after a decade as US-China ties show signs of improving

American Ballet Theatre has returned to China for the first time in a decade, the latest sign that strained U.S.-China relations are beginning to improve

American Ballet Theatre returns to China after a decade as US-China ties show signs of improving
News|World

U.N. votes to end US embargo on Cuba; US and Israel oppose

The U.N.

U.N. votes to end US embargo on Cuba; US and Israel oppose
News|World

Chile's Boric, after condemning Israel over Gaza, to raise concerns with Biden

Chilean President Gabriel Boric, who this week condemned Israel's military operations in Gaza and recalled his envoy to Israel, on Thursday said he planned to discuss some "

Chile's Boric, after condemning Israel over Gaza, to raise concerns with Biden
Asia|News

North Korea protests to US over Minuteman III missile test

North Korea vowed to continue military action while criticizing the United States over a recent intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test, state media KCNA said on

North Korea protests to US over Minuteman III missile test
Crime|Election|News|US

Connecticut city's 'mishandled ballots' fuel election skeptics. Experts call problem local, limited

A judge's order for a new primary in Connecticut’s largest city because of alleged absentee ballot fraud captured on surveillance video is fueling skepticism about the security of U.S. elections, as well as conspiracy theories involving the 2020 presidential election

Connecticut city's 'mishandled ballots' fuel election skeptics. Experts call problem local, limited
Americas|Economy|News|Political|US

Biden pledges at Americas summit an alternative to Chinese-led infrastructure and development loans

President Joe Biden on Friday welcomed leaders from countries across the Americas to an economic summit by pledging to increase U.S. investment in the region in part to counter China’s influence

Biden pledges at Americas summit an alternative to Chinese-led infrastructure and development loans
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US service sector at five-month low in October- ISM survey

The U.S. services sector slowed for a second straight month in October, but momentum is likely to pick up in the near term amid an acceleration in growth in new orders.

US service sector at five-month low in October- ISM survey
News|Political|US|World

Russia says proposed moratorium on former INF pact missiles will end soon

Russia's top arms control negotiator warned the United States on Friday that Moscow would scrap a proposed moratorium on the deployment of short and medium range missiles if

Russia says proposed moratorium on former INF pact missiles will end soon
News|US

What are the US MQ-9 Reaper drones that have been flying over Gaza?

Several U.S.

What are the US MQ-9 Reaper drones that have been flying over Gaza?
News|US|World

White House says US sending smaller military packages to Ukraine due to Congress inaction

The United States has begun sending smaller military aid packages to Ukraine in order to stretch out support given a stalemate in Congress over providing funding for

White House says US sending smaller military packages to Ukraine due to Congress inaction
Asia|Economy|News|US|World

US airs concerns to China about 'dangerous and unlawful' South China Sea actions

The United States and China held "candid" talks on maritime issues, including on the contested South China Sea, and the U.S. side underscored its concerns about "dangerous and

US airs concerns to China about 'dangerous and unlawful' South China Sea actions
MidEast|News|US

Blinken visits West Bank to meet Palestinian leader Abbas as Gaza war rages

U.S. top diplomat Antony Blinken made an unannounced visit to the occupied West Bank on Sunday and met with the Palestinian Authority president as he continues a

Blinken visits West Bank to meet Palestinian leader Abbas as Gaza war rages
News|Opinion|World

A new survey of wealthy nations finds favorable views rising for the US while declining for China

A new poll finds public opinions in 24 countries growing more favorable of the United States than of China

A new survey of wealthy nations finds favorable views rising for the US while declining for China
Americas|US|World

US says Russia funds Latin America-wide anti-Ukraine disinformation drive

The United States on Tuesday accused Russia of financing a Latin America-wide disinformation campaign that feeds media contacts with propaganda and fake news

US says Russia funds Latin America-wide anti-Ukraine disinformation drive
MidEast|News|US|World

More than 400 US citizens, residents have left Gaza -spokesperson

The United States has helped more than 400 U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents and other eligible people to leave the Gaza Strip, the State Department said on Tuesday, but

More than 400 US citizens, residents have left Gaza -spokesperson
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Biden-Xi meeting in San Francisco still on track but no major breakthroughs expected

Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping remain on track to meet during next week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit

Biden-Xi meeting in San Francisco still on track but no major breakthroughs expected
Asia|News|World

China warns against maritime 'camp' confrontations but stops short of naming US

China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, said maritime disputes should be resolved through talks and warned against "camp" confrontations, but stopped short of naming the

China warns against maritime 'camp' confrontations but stops short of naming US
News|US|World

Kremlin says nuclear arms dialogue with US is necessary but not ready to be lectured

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that strategic dialogue with the United States over nuclear weapons was "definitely necessary" but that such talks could not

Kremlin says nuclear arms dialogue with US is necessary but not ready to be lectured
Asia|Economy|Political|World

US to donate small boats to Vietnam to boost maritime law enforcement

The United States will provide $12.5 million to Vietnam to enhance its maritime law enforcement capabilities and combat illegal fishing, the U.S. embassy in Hanoi said on Thursday.

Economy|Environment|News|Science|Technology|US

North America faces power reliability challenges again this winter -NERC

Large parts of the U.S. and Canada power grid serving around 180 million people could be left without enough electricity during extreme cold again this winter, a group that sets North

North America faces power reliability challenges again this winter -NERC
MidEast|News|World

Blinken urges united future Palestinian government for Gaza and West Bank, widening gulf with Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is calling for a united and Palestinian-led government for Gaza and the West Bank after the war ends, as a step toward Palestinian statehood

Blinken urges united future Palestinian government for Gaza and West Bank, widening gulf with Israel
US|World

US calls for limits on Israeli control of post-war Gaza

Palestinians should govern Gaza once Israel ends its war against Hamas, the United States said on Wednesday, pushing back against Prime Minister Benjamin

US calls for limits on Israeli control of post-war Gaza
News|US|World

Blinken says has profound concerns over Russia-North Korea military ties

U.S.

Blinken says has profound concerns over Russia-North Korea military ties
Business|Economy|US

Yellen stresses economic cooperation with China as she begins talks with her Chinese counterpart

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the United States has no desire to break economic ties with China

Yellen stresses economic cooperation with China as she begins talks with her Chinese counterpart
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

Mobile and resilient, the US military is placing a new emphasis on ground troops for Pacific defense

As China's navy grows and its land-based missile systems expand, the United States is reworking its strategy in the Indo-Pacific, particularly as it relates to the defense of Taiwan

Mobile and resilient, the US military is placing a new emphasis on ground troops for Pacific defense
Economy|News|Opinion|Political|US

US needs new way to measure and advance economic fairness, group says

The U.S. must change how it measures the well-being of its people - including gauging how much of a voice they feel they have in political outcomes - as part of a larger

US needs new way to measure and advance economic fairness, group says
Business|Economy|Europe|News|US

EU aims to resolve U.S. steel dispute by year end

The European Commission is aiming to reach an agreement on steel and aluminium with the United States by the end of the year to bring a definitive end to U.S. import tariffs on

EU aims to resolve U.S. steel dispute by year end
News|US

Fed done raising rates; risk is for expected Q2 cut to be delayed - Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed done raising rates; risk is for expected Q2 cut to be delayed - Reuters poll
Arts

Back in China 50 years after historic trip, a Philadelphia Orchestra violinist hopes to build ties

Davyd Booth believes strongly that people everywhere are the same and that music touches the heart of everyone

Back in China 50 years after historic trip, a Philadelphia Orchestra violinist hopes to build ties
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Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah to miss US Copa América qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago

Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah will miss the United States’ Copa América qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago because of hamstring- injuries, joining captain Tyler Adams on the sidelines

Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah to miss US Copa América qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago
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US Treasury's Yellen wants 'open and substantive' talks with Chinese vice premier

U.S.

US Treasury's Yellen wants 'open and substantive' talks with Chinese vice premier
Americas|Asia|MidEast|News|Political|US

US and India reaffirm security ties as their top diplomats and defense officials hold talks

The top diplomats and defense chiefs from India and the United States have met in New Delhi to discuss security issues in the Indo-Pacific, China and the Israel-Hamas war

US and India reaffirm security ties as their top diplomats and defense officials hold talks
Americas|Asia|Environment|News

US, China reach 'understandings' on climate ahead of COP28 talks -Kerry

The United States and China have reached "understandings and agreements" on climate issues that will help ensure progress is made at the COP28 talks starting

US, China reach 'understandings' on climate ahead of COP28 talks -Kerry
US|World

Kyiv hopes for conference next month on joint Ukraine-US arms production

Ukraine's presidential chief of staff said he hoped a conference on joint Ukrainian-U.S. weapons production would be held in December in the United States, Kyiv's most important supplier

Kyiv hopes for conference next month on joint Ukraine-US arms production
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

Yellen says her talks with Chinese finance chief laid groundwork for Biden's meeting with Xi

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says she and her Chinese counterpart have agreed to work toward a “healthy economic relationship,” during two days of talks that she said helped lay the groundwork for a productive meeting next week between President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping

Yellen says her talks with Chinese finance chief laid groundwork for Biden's meeting with Xi
News|World

North Korea condemns Blinken's comments on ties with Russia -KCNA

North Korea's foreign ministry condemned U.S.

North Korea condemns Blinken's comments on ties with Russia -KCNA
Economy|Finance|US

Moody's changes US ratings outlook to negative, affirms AAA

Moody's on Friday changed the outlook on the government of United States of America's ratings to "negative" from "stable".

Moody's changes US ratings outlook to negative, affirms AAA
Asia|Business|Economy|News|US|World

Biden and Xi are set to meet next week at the APEC summit. No detail is too small to sweat

President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are preparing to meet at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit this coming week in San Francisco

Biden and Xi are set to meet next week at the APEC summit. No detail is too small to sweat
Asia|News|World

Dozens of Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels as US renews warning it will defend its treaty ally

As a U.S. Navy surveillance plane flew in circles, dozens of Chinese coast guard and accompanying ships chased and encircled Philippine vessels in the latest confrontation in the South China Sea

Dozens of Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels as US renews warning it will defend its treaty ally
Business|Economy|News|US|World

A fragile global economy is at stake as US and China seek to cool tensions at APEC summit

The United States and China are the two global economic heavyweights

A fragile global economy is at stake as US and China seek to cool tensions at APEC summit
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

US, Japan, S.Korea defence chiefs to share North Korea missile data in Dec

Defence chiefs from South Korea, Japan and the United States have agreed to start as planned a real-time data sharing scheme on North

US, Japan, S.Korea defence chiefs to share North Korea missile data in Dec
Asia|News|US|World

What they want: Biden and Xi are looking for clarity in an increasingly difficult relationship

President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping’s have no shortage of difficult issues to discuss when they meet Wednesday in the San Francisco area

What they want: Biden and Xi are looking for clarity in an increasingly difficult relationship
Asia|Business|Economy|US

Exclusive-US, Indonesia to discuss potential for deal on EV minerals -sources

The United States and Indonesia on Monday will discuss how to advance a potential minerals partnership aimed a stimulating trade of the

Exclusive-US, Indonesia to discuss potential for deal on EV minerals -sources
Asia|News|US|World

North Korea threat to be focus of Austin's security talks in Seoul

The defence ministers of South Korea and the United States met on Monday for security talks, with discussions set to focus on jointly countering threats by North

North Korea threat to be focus of Austin's security talks in Seoul
Asia|Business|Economy|US

The APEC summit is happening this week in San Francisco. What is APEC, anyway?

The United States is hosting the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference this week for the first time since 2011

The APEC summit is happening this week in San Francisco. What is APEC, anyway?
Education|US

International students have returned to US colleges, fueled by a surge from India

International students attended U.S. universities in surging numbers last year, rebounding from a pandemic slump with the help of a 35% jump in students coming from India

International students have returned to US colleges, fueled by a surge from India
Asia|US

US and South Korea sharpen deterrence plans over North Korean nuclear threat

The United States and South Korea have updated a bilateral security agreement to more effectively counter North Korea’s evolving nuclear and missile threats

US and South Korea sharpen deterrence plans over North Korean nuclear threat
Asia|Business|Economy|US

US Commerce chief Raimondo to meet Chinese counterpart Wang during APEC

The commerce chiefs of the United States and China will meet at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum this week, one of a series of cabinet-level

US Commerce chief Raimondo to meet Chinese counterpart Wang during APEC
US

Austin: UN states concerned China and Russia helping North Korea

U.S.

Austin: UN states concerned China and Russia helping North Korea
Asia|Business|Technology|US

Japan chipmaker Rapidus to open U.S. office by year-end - TV Tokyo

Japanese chip foundry venture Rapidus plans to open an office on the West Coast of the United States by the end of this year, TV Tokyo reported on Tuesday citing the company's

Japan chipmaker Rapidus to open U.S. office by year-end - TV Tokyo
Environment|Health|News|Science|US

US climate assessment lays out growing threats, opportunities as temperatures rise

Climate change harms Americans physically, mentally and financially, often hitting those who have done the least to cause it, including Black people facing

US climate assessment lays out growing threats, opportunities as temperatures rise
News|US

US drops antitrust case over healthcare hiring agreements

The U.S.

US drops antitrust case over healthcare hiring agreements
Asia|Economy|World

San Francisco patches over homelessness, drug-abuse for APEC

On a sunny Sunday before world leaders were scheduled to gather for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, the United Nations

San Francisco patches over homelessness, drug-abuse for APEC
Americas|News|US|World

Cuba blames US sanctions for fomenting irregular migration amid exodus

Cuban and U.S. officials met Tuesday in Havana to discuss migration, the second such meeting this year as both countries grapple with how best to slow the record-

Cuba blames US sanctions for fomenting irregular migration amid exodus
News|US|World

South Korea's Yoon to warn APEC about risks from North Korea-Russia ties

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol heads to the United States on Wednesday to attend an APEC summit where he plans to seek support from other leaders for a

South Korea's Yoon to warn APEC about risks from North Korea-Russia ties
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US producer prices unexpectedly fall in October

U.S. producer prices fell by the most in three-and-a-half years in October amid a sharp drop in the cost of gasoline, the latest indication of subsiding inflation pressures.

US producer prices unexpectedly fall in October
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fitch says US regional bank challenges to persist in 2024

Rating agency Fitch said on Wednesday that U.S. regional banks will face continued challenges in 2024, with banks focused on commercial loan growth disproportionately disadvantaged.

Fitch says US regional bank challenges to persist in 2024
Asia|News|World

North Korea vows more offensive response to US 'threats' -KCNA

North Korea on Thursday criticised a recent visit to South Korea by top U.S. defence officials and vowed more "offensive" responses to what it called military

North Korea vows more offensive response to US 'threats' -KCNA
Asia|Economy|News|US

Trans-Pacific trade deal members meet at APEC summit, say open to new members

Trade ministers from members of an Asian free trade pact abandoned by the United States affirmed on Wednesday a desire for more countries to join the bloc if

Trans-Pacific trade deal members meet at APEC summit, say open to new members
Election|US|World

Taiwan presidential frontrunner taps high profile US envoy as running mate-sources

Lai Ching-te, the frontrunner for Taiwan's presidency, has picked Taipei's envoy to the United States - a fluent English speaker with deep connections

Taiwan presidential frontrunner taps high profile US envoy as running mate-sources
Asia|Business|Economy|News|US

Biden tells Asia-Pacific leaders US 'not going anywhere' as he looks to build economic ties

President Joe Biden has made America's case to CEOs attending the Asia-Pacific summit in San Francisco that the United States is committed to high standards in trade that will benefit economies across the Pacific

Biden tells Asia-Pacific leaders US 'not going anywhere' as he looks to build economic ties
News|World

Azerbaijan snubs Armenia meeting in Washington, accusing US of bias

Azerbaijan's foreign ministry said on Thursday it could not take part in a meeting with Armenia's foreign minister planned for Nov. 20 in Washington because of the "one-sided approach of

Azerbaijan snubs Armenia meeting in Washington, accusing US of bias
MidEast|News|World

US 'deeply concerned' that attack wounded Jordanian medics in Gaza -Sullivan

The United States expressed deep concern on Thursday that Jordanian medics were wounded in shelling near their field hospital in Gaza.

US 'deeply concerned' that attack wounded Jordanian medics in Gaza -Sullivan
Economy|News

U.S. targets maritime companies, vessels for shipping oil above Russian price cap

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on maritime companies and vessels for shipping oil sold above the G7's price cap, as Washington seeks to

U.S. targets maritime companies, vessels for shipping oil above Russian price cap
Asia|News|US|World

China's Xi is courting Indo-Pacific leaders in a flurry of talks at a summit in San Francisco

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expanding his diplomatic efforts to build more partnerships with Indo-Pacific leaders after his meeting with President Joe Biden at a time of intensifying competition with the United States

China's Xi is courting Indo-Pacific leaders in a flurry of talks at a summit in San Francisco
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Freeport CEO: 'encouraged' by signs of U.S.-China thaw

Freeport-McMoRan Inc (FCX.N) Chief Executive Richard Adkerson said on Thursday he is "encouraged" by signs of improving relations between the world's two biggest economies,

Freeport CEO: 'encouraged' by signs of U.S.-China thaw
Asia|Business|News|Science|Technology|US|World

US, Philippines sign landmark nuclear deal

The United States and the Philippines on Friday signed a landmark deal that would allow Washington to export nuclear technology and material to Manila, which is exploring the use of

US, Philippines sign landmark nuclear deal
MidEast|News|US|World

Analysis-Iran enriches more uranium as Gaza war rages, US vote looms

The United States and its allies have few routes left to rein in Iran's nuclear work with prospects for talks

Analysis-Iran enriches more uranium as Gaza war rages, US vote looms
Americas|Asia|Economy|Environment|News|Technology|US|World

US and Philippines sign a nuclear cooperation pact allowing US investment and technologies

The United States and the Philippines have signed a nuclear cooperation pact under which U.S. investment and technologies are to help the Southeast Asian nation transition to cleaner energy and bolster its power supply

US and Philippines sign a nuclear cooperation pact allowing US investment and technologies
US

Biden to wrap up four-day diplomatic summit by meeting Mexican president

U.S.

Biden to wrap up four-day diplomatic summit by meeting Mexican president
News|Opinion|World

Don't be fooled by Biden and Xi talks − China and the US are enduring rivals rather than engaged partners

It’s good to talk − just don’t expect it to result in a reset in relations between Beijing and Washington.

Don't be fooled by Biden and Xi talks − China and the US are enduring rivals rather than engaged partners
News|US|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine, US will hold military industry conference next month

Ukraine and the United States will hold a military industry conference in December, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday.

Zelenskiy says Ukraine, US will hold military industry conference next month
Americas|News|World

American arrested in Venezuela just days after Biden administration eases oil sanctions

A California man’s family is pleading for his release after they say he was wrongfully arrested in Venezuela and held for ransom just days after President Joe Biden eased crippling oil sanctions on the socialist-run government

American arrested in Venezuela just days after Biden administration eases oil sanctions
MidEast|News|US|World

U.S., Israel and Hamas reach tentative deal to pause conflict and free dozens of hostages- WaPo

Israel, the United States and Hamas are close to an agreement to free dozens of women and children held hostage in Gaza, in exchange for a five-day pause in fighting, the Washington Post

U.S., Israel and Hamas reach tentative deal to pause conflict and free dozens of hostages- WaPo
Asia|News|World

Marcos says China showing interest in South China Sea atolls closer to coast of the Philippines

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr_ says the situation for his nation in the South China Sea “has become more dire.”

Marcos says China showing interest in South China Sea atolls closer to coast of the Philippines
News|Technology|US

Issues over TikTok still unresolved, US Treasury Secretary Yellen says

The United States has concerns about issues over privacy and social media, and the matter involving TikTok is not yet resolved, U.S.

Issues over TikTok still unresolved, US Treasury Secretary Yellen says
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Factbox-Automakers with non-union workforce race to bump pay after UAW's record deals

Car companies with production facilities in the United States are bumping up pay for their non-union workers after the United Auto Workers (UAW) secured record wage hikes and benefits for

Factbox-Automakers with non-union workforce race to bump pay after UAW's record deals
Africa|News|Political|US|World

As 2023 draws to close, Biden's promised visit to Africa shows no signs of happening yet

President Joe Biden promised to visit Africa this year, but 2023 is drawing to a close with no trip in sight so far

As 2023 draws to close, Biden's promised visit to Africa shows no signs of happening yet
Asia|News|US|World

The US and the Philippines conduct joint air, sea patrols in South China Sea not far from Taiwan

The United States and the Philippines are conducting joint air and maritime patrols in the South China Sea, which come as the two countries step up cooperation in the face of growingly aggressive Chinese activity in the area

The US and the Philippines conduct joint air, sea patrols in South China Sea not far from Taiwan
Asia|News|US|World

Philippines' South China Sea patrols with US within its rights -security adviser

The Philippines' joint patrols with the United States in the South China Sea are within Manila's rights, and it will continue to support a free and open Indo-Pacific, its national

Philippines' South China Sea patrols with US within its rights -security adviser
Economy|Science

Biden's clean energy agenda faces mounting headwinds

(This Nov. 24 story has been officially corrected to fix tracking firm LevelTen's data to show that solar contract prices reached their highest level this decade, not ever, in paragraph 14) By Nichola

Biden's clean energy agenda faces mounting headwinds
Asia|News|Technology|US|World

Top diplomats of US, Japan, South Korea discuss North Korea satellite launch

The top diplomats of the United States, South Korea and Japan held a call on Friday to discuss North Korea's recent launch of a spy satellite which they

Top diplomats of US, Japan, South Korea discuss North Korea satellite launch
News|Opinion|World

Tensions simmer as newcomers and immigrants with deeper US roots strive for work permits

Mayors, governors and others have been forceful advocates for newly arrived migrants seeking shelter and work permits

Tensions simmer as newcomers and immigrants with deeper US roots strive for work permits
MidEast|News|US

Blinken will return to Israel as the US hopes to see further extensions of the Gaza cease-fire

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will return this week to the Middle East as the U.S. hopes to find a way to extend a cease-fire in Gaza and get more hostages released

Blinken will return to Israel as the US hopes to see further extensions of the Gaza cease-fire
News|US

Cities crack down on homeless encampments. Advocates say that’s not the answer

More cities across the U.S. are cracking down on homeless tent encampments that have grown more visible and become unsafe

Cities crack down on homeless encampments. Advocates say that’s not the answer
News|US|World

Azerbaijan's Aliyev scolds Blinken over U.S. backing for Armenia

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev told U.S.

Azerbaijan's Aliyev scolds Blinken over U.S. backing for Armenia
Americas|Economy|News|US

Argentina's Milei seeks foreign policy, IMF reset in Washington trip

Argentina's president-elect Javier Milei met on Tuesday with top U.S. officials in Washington and his economic team huddled with IMF officers

Argentina's Milei seeks foreign policy, IMF reset in Washington trip
News|US

Taiwan picks veteran diplomat as new US envoy

Taiwan on Wednesday appointed a veteran diplomat as its new de facto ambassador to the United States, Taipei's highest-profile global posting despite a lack of formal diplomatic

Taiwan picks veteran diplomat as new US envoy
MidEast|News|Opinion|US|World

A brief history of the US-Israel 'special relationship' shows how connections have shifted since long before the 1948 founding of the Jewish state

A historian of the Middle East examines the decades-old ‘special relationship’ between Israel and the US.

A brief history of the US-Israel 'special relationship' shows how connections have shifted since long before the 1948 founding of the Jewish state
Crime|US

FBI: Man wearing Captain America backpack stole items from senators' desks during Capitol riot

A Virginia man has been arrested on charges that he stormed the U.S. Capitol while wearing a Captain America backpack and stole items from senators’ desks on the Senate floor during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot

FBI: Man wearing Captain America backpack stole items from senators' desks during Capitol riot
News|US|World

N Korea won't sit opposite U.S. for sovereignty negotiations - KCNA

North Korea said it will never sit face to face with the United States for negotiations over its sovereignty, state media KCNA reported on Thursday.

N Korea won't sit opposite U.S. for sovereignty negotiations - KCNA
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Yellen tours North Carolina lithium plant to bolster Biden's case on US economy

U.S.

Yellen tours North Carolina lithium plant to bolster Biden's case on US economy
Economy|Finance|News|US

Contracts to buy existing homes decline to a record-low in October - NAR

Pending home sales fell in October to the lowest since at least 2001, indicating the month's high mortgage rates and weakened affordability kept potential buyers

Contracts to buy existing homes decline to a record-low in October - NAR
Africa|News|US|World

Biden hosts the Angolan president in an effort to showcase strengthened ties as Africa visit slips

President Joe Biden is hosting Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço in the Oval Office as he seeks to reaffirm his commitment to Africa

Biden hosts the Angolan president in an effort to showcase strengthened ties as Africa visit slips
News|US|World

US, partners target North Korea with sanctions following satellite launch

The United States on Thursday targeted North Korea with fresh sanctions after its launch of a spy satellite last week, designating foreign-based agents it accused of

US, partners target North Korea with sanctions following satellite launch
Crime|News|US|World

US prosecutors say plots to assassinate Sikh leaders were part of a campaign of planned killings

Law enforcement authorities say in court papers that the plot driven by a government official in India to assassinate a prominent Sikh separatist leader in New York City was meant to precede another killing in California and more assassinations in the U.S. and Canada

US prosecutors say plots to assassinate Sikh leaders were part of a campaign of planned killings
Americas|News|World

Coup leader Guy Philippe repatriated to Haiti as many question his next role in country in upheaval

Notorious coup leader Guy Philippe has returned to Haiti after the U.S. government repatriated him

Coup leader Guy Philippe repatriated to Haiti as many question his next role in country in upheaval
News|Opinion|US

Report: Belief death penalty is applied unfairly shows capital punishment's growing isolation in US

An annual report on capital punishment says more Americans now believe the death penalty is administered unfairly

Report: Belief death penalty is applied unfairly shows capital punishment's growing isolation in US
Asia|News|World

The Philippines opens a new monitoring base on a remote island in the disputed South China Sea

The Philippine coast guard has opened a new monitoring base on a remote island occupied by Filipino forces in the disputed South China Sea as Manila ramps up efforts to counter China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the strategic waterway

The Philippines opens a new monitoring base on a remote island in the disputed South China Sea
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U.S. to impose visa bans soon on Israeli extremist settlers for West Bank violence

The Biden administration has informed Israel that Washington will impose visa bans in the next few weeks on Israeli extremist settlers engaged in violence against

U.S. to impose visa bans soon on Israeli extremist settlers for West Bank violence
Americas|World

Historic Mexico church becomes capital's largest shelter for weary migrants

A historic Mexico City church has morphed into the capital's largest migrant shelter, with hundreds of sleeping mats stacked high inside and a growing

Historic Mexico church becomes capital's largest shelter for weary migrants
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

US manufacturing mired in weakness, economy heading for slowdown

U.S. manufacturing remained subdued in November, with factory employment declining further as hiring slowed and layoffs increased, more evidence that the

US manufacturing mired in weakness, economy heading for slowdown
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

US imposes fresh sanctions over shipment of Russian oil above price cap

The United States on Friday imposed additional sanctions related to the price cap on Russian oil, targeting three entities and three oil

US imposes fresh sanctions over shipment of Russian oil above price cap
News|Opinion|US

Defense head calls out those who advocate isolationism and 'an American retreat from responsibility'

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is denouncing those advocate what he says is “an American retreat from responsibility.”

Defense head calls out those who advocate isolationism and 'an American retreat from responsibility'
Asia|News|US|World

China says a US Navy ship 'illegally intruded' into waters in the South China Sea

The Chinese military said that an American naval ship had “illegally intruded” on Monday into waters near the Second Thomas Shoal, the site of a hot territorial dispute between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea

China says a US Navy ship 'illegally intruded' into waters in the South China Sea
Election|News|US

Taiwan vote must be free from 'outside interference', senior US diplomat says

Taiwan's 2024 election must be free from "outside interference", Washington's top diplomat in Taipei said on Monday, adding that U.S.

Taiwan vote must be free from 'outside interference', senior US diplomat says
Africa|News|US|World

US restricts visas for Uganda, Zimbabwe officials, citing repression

The United States on Monday expanded a visa restriction policy on Ugandan officials to include those it believes are responsible for undermining democracy and

US restricts visas for Uganda, Zimbabwe officials, citing repression
News|US

Senior US official visits India, discusses alleged plot to kill Sikh separatist

White House deputy national security adviser Jon Finer led a U.S. delegation to New Delhi on Monday where he noted the formation of an investigative panel by

Senior US official visits India, discusses alleged plot to kill Sikh separatist
Business|Crime|US

US retail lobbyists retract key claim on 'organized' retail crime

The main lobbying group for U.S. retailers retracted its claim that "organized retail crime" accounted for nearly half of all inventory losses in 2021 after

US retail lobbyists retract key claim on 'organized' retail crime
Americas|Sports|US

Teenager Jaedyn Shaw helps the US women to a 2-1 victory over China in year-ending exhibition match

Jaedyn Shaw scored the go-ahead goal in the 79th minute to give the United States a 2-1 comeback victory over China on Tuesday night in the Americans’ final match of the year

Teenager Jaedyn Shaw helps the US women to a 2-1 victory over China in year-ending exhibition match
Europe|News|US|World

NATO member-to-be Sweden and the US sign defense deal, saying it strengthens regional security

On the brink of joining NATO, Sweden has signed a defense cooperation agreement with Washington that will allow the United States access to all of the military bases across the Scandinavian country, saying the deal would bolster regional security

NATO member-to-be Sweden and the US sign defense deal, saying it strengthens regional security
MidEast|News

Exclusive-Saudi Arabia urges US restraint as Houthis attack ships in Red Sea

Saudi Arabia has asked the United States to show restraint in responding to attacks by Yemen's Houthis against ships in the Red Sea, two

Exclusive-Saudi Arabia urges US restraint as Houthis attack ships in Red Sea
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

Decades after Europe, turning blades send first commercial offshore wind power onto US grid

Off the coast of eastern Long Island, an 800-foot tall turbine has begun sending electricity onto the U.S. grid from what’s set to be the country’s first commercial offshore wind farm

Decades after Europe, turning blades send first commercial offshore wind power onto US grid
Crime|Economy|News|US|World

In Mexico, Yellen announces economics sanctions as the US aims to crack down on fentanyl trafficking

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has announced economic sanctions against 15 people and two companies that the United States says are linked to a Mexican drug cartel

In Mexico, Yellen announces economics sanctions as the US aims to crack down on fentanyl trafficking
Business|US

Duke Energy disconnects CATL batteries from Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune

U.S. utility company Duke Energy has disconnected CATL industrial-scale energy storage batteries on North Carolina Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune after

Duke Energy disconnects CATL batteries from Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune
Election|News|Opinion|Political

AP Election Brief | What to expect in Houston's mayoral runoff election

It’s down to two candidates in the race to lead the nation’s fourth-largest city

AP Election Brief | What to expect in Houston's mayoral runoff election
MidEast|News|Opinion|Political|US|World

Israel and US are at odds over conflicting visions for postwar Gaza

The United States strongly supports Israel in its war against Hamas, but is increasingly at odds with its Middle East ally over what will happen to the Gaza Strip once the war winds down

Israel and US are at odds over conflicting visions for postwar Gaza
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US monetary policy "appropriate", should remain at current levels to reduce inflation -IMF

Monetary policy in the United States continues to be appropriate, and interest rates will need to remain at current levels in order to "durably" reduce inflation, the International

US monetary policy "appropriate", should remain at current levels to reduce inflation -IMF
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Blinken, in phone call with minister, urges Israel to do more to protect civilians in south Gaza

U.S.

Blinken, in phone call with minister, urges Israel to do more to protect civilians in south Gaza
News|World

Campbell stresses need for US to approve deals with Pacific islands

It is essential the United States moves ahead in approving new agreements with three Pacific island states, the U.S.

Campbell stresses need for US to approve deals with Pacific islands
Americas|Business|Economy|US

New US-Mexico agreement to monitor foreign investments comes as more Chinese money flows into Mexico

The United States and Mexico have agreed to monitor foreign investments and regularly share information about the screening process

New US-Mexico agreement to monitor foreign investments comes as more Chinese money flows into Mexico
Americas|News|US|World

US expresses support for Guyana's sovereignty amid border tensions with Venezuela

The White House on Thursday reiterated the United States' "unwavering support" for Guyana's sovereignty amid growing border tensions between

US expresses support for Guyana's sovereignty amid border tensions with Venezuela
Asia|News|US|World

US, South Korean and Japanese security advisers meet to discuss North Korea

The national security advisers of the United States, South Korea and Japan are set to meet in Seoul on Friday and Saturday to discuss North Korea and other global issues as they step

US, South Korean and Japanese security advisers meet to discuss North Korea
Election|News|US

Trump, Republicans push private school options to win over parents across party lines

Beyond the tumult surrounding Donald Trump's presidential bid and his threats to seek revenge against his political enemies should he win, the Republican

Trump, Republicans push private school options to win over parents across party lines
Business|News|Technology|US|World

Turkey says Canada, US linking drone-camera exports to Sweden NATO membership

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said Canada and the United States were insisting that Ankara ratify Sweden's NATO membership bid before Canada resumes the export of drone cameras

Turkey says Canada, US linking drone-camera exports to Sweden NATO membership
News|US

FTC seeks more information on $53 billion Chevron-Hess deal

The U.S.

FTC seeks more information on $53 billion Chevron-Hess deal
Economy|Finance|US

US consumers' moods brighten as inflation worries subside - UMich

U.S. consumer sentiment perked up much more than expected in December, snapping four straight months of declines, as households saw inflation pressures easing, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumers' moods brighten as inflation worries subside - UMich
Business|Economy|US

Starbucks to resume union talks - Bloomberg News

Starbucks has reached out to the union representing hundreds of its stores in the United States, Bloomberg News reported on Friday.

Starbucks to resume union talks - Bloomberg News
MidEast|News|World

World not focused on ending fighting in Gaza, Saudi foreign minister says

There needs to be an immediate end to the fighting in Gaza but governments worldwide do not seem to see it as a priority, Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said on Friday in

World not focused on ending fighting in Gaza, Saudi foreign minister says
Crime|MidEast|News|US|World

US sanctions dozens of people worldwide over human rights abuses

The United States on Friday slapped sanctions on dozens of people over human rights abuses, including Iranian officers it accused of

US sanctions dozens of people worldwide over human rights abuses

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