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Iran's president denies sending drones and other weapons to Russia and decries US meddling

Iran’s president is denying his country sent drones to Russia for use in the war in Ukraine

Iran's president denies sending drones and other weapons to Russia and decries US meddling
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Blinken meets Chinese VP as US-China contacts increase ahead of possible summit

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with China's Vice President Han Zheng on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly as the Biden administration and Beijing step up high-level contacts ahead of what could be a leader-level summit this fall

Blinken meets Chinese VP as US-China contacts increase ahead of possible summit
Finance|Stock Markets|US

Former U.S. Rep. Steve Buyer of Indiana sentenced to 22 months in prison for insider trading

A former U.S. congressman from Indiana has been sentenced to 22 months in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information while working as a consultant after he left office

News|US

Inside the delicate art of maintaining America's aging nuclear weapons

The U.S. will spend more than $750 billion over the next decade to overhaul nearly every part of its nuclear defenses and replace systems that in some cases are more than 50 years old

Inside the delicate art of maintaining America's aging nuclear weapons
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Biden warns Netanyahu about the health of Israel's democracy and urges compromise on court overhaul

President Joe Biden raised “hard issues,” including protecting the “checks and balances” in a democracy, in a Wednesday meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in New York

Biden warns Netanyahu about the health of Israel's democracy and urges compromise on court overhaul
Economy|News|US|World

Iran's president urges US to demonstrate it wants to return to the 2015 nuclear deal

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi says that his country will never give up its right “to have peaceful nuclear energy” and urged the United States “to demonstrate in a verifiable fashion” that it wants to return to the 2015 nuclear deal

Iran's president urges US to demonstrate it wants to return to the 2015 nuclear deal
Americas|News|Political|US|World

Biden and Brazil's Lula focus on workers' rights while publicly playing down differences

President Joe Biden and his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, focused on workers’ rights as the leaders of the Western Hemisphere’s largest democracies met Wednesday in New York

Biden and Brazil's Lula focus on workers' rights while publicly playing down differences
News|Sports|World

Dallas, Florida and New York to host matches in men's T20 World Cup next year

Dallas, Florida and New York will host matches at next year's men’s T20 World Cup

Dallas, Florida and New York to host matches in men's T20 World Cup next year
News|World

Saudi crown prince says in rare interview 'every day we get closer' to normalization with Israel

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says in an interview with Fox News that aired Wednesday that ongoing negotiations over Israel means the prospects of normalized relations between both countries “get closer” every day but that treatment of Palestinians is “very important.”

Saudi crown prince says in rare interview 'every day we get closer' to normalization with Israel
News|World

UNGA Briefing: Permanent observers, more Security Council and what else is going on at the UN

It’s Day 3 of the U.N. General Assembly high-level meeting that brings world leaders together at U.N. headquarters in New York

UNGA Briefing: Permanent observers, more Security Council and what else is going on at the UN
Economy|MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Iran's president says US should ease sanctions to demonstrate it wants to return to nuclear deal

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi says that relations with the United States can move forward if the Biden administration demonstrates it wants to return to the 2015 nuclear deal, and a first step should be easing sanctions

Iran's president says US should ease sanctions to demonstrate it wants to return to nuclear deal
Business|Technology

First private US passenger rail line in 100 years is about to link Miami and Orlando at high speed

For the first time in a century, a private passenger rail service will launch new operations in the U.S. and this time it involves high-speed trains

First private US passenger rail line in 100 years is about to link Miami and Orlando at high speed
Europe|News|Sports|World

US looks to end losing streak against Europe at Solheim Cup in Spain

The United States wants to avoid making the wrong kind of history against Europe at the Solheim Cup this weekend in Spain

US looks to end losing streak against Europe at Solheim Cup in Spain
Americas|MidEast|News|US|World

Census shows 3.5 million Middle Eastern residents in US, Venezuelans fastest growing Hispanic group

The United States had 3.5 million residents who identify as Middle Eastern or North African

Census shows 3.5 million Middle Eastern residents in US, Venezuelans fastest growing Hispanic group
Europe|News|Sports

With hole-in-one, hole-out and chip-in, Europe rallies in Solheim Cup to cut US lead to 5-3

Europe has rallied against the United States after being swept in the opening foursome matches at the Solheim Cup

With hole-in-one, hole-out and chip-in, Europe rallies in Solheim Cup to cut US lead to 5-3
Africa|Americas|News|World

US pledges $100M to back proposed Kenyan-led multinational force to Haiti

The Biden administration is pledging $100 million to support a proposed Kenyan-led multinational force to restore security to conflict-ravaged Haiti and urged other nations to make similar contributions

US pledges $100M to back proposed Kenyan-led multinational force to Haiti
Americas|News|World

Mexican president wants to meet with Biden in Washington on migration, drug trafficking

Mexico’s top diplomat, Alicia Bárcena, says President Andrés Manuel López Obrador wants to travel to Washington D

Mexican president wants to meet with Biden in Washington on migration, drug trafficking
Election|US

Nikki Haley's approach to abortion is rooted in her earliest days in South Carolina politics

Nikki Haley is gaining attention in the GOP race with her calls for “consensus” around abortion, an unusual tone in a campaign where Republican White House hopefuls often prefer to highlight their eagerness to fight President Joe Biden and other Democrats

Nikki Haley's approach to abortion is rooted in her earliest days in South Carolina politics
Americas|News|US

With temporary status for Venezuelans, the Biden administration turns to a familiar tool

The Biden administration's grant of temporary legal status to nearly 500,000 Venezuelans already in the United States may complicate its messaging abroad

With temporary status for Venezuelans, the Biden administration turns to a familiar tool
Europe|Sports

Europe rallies to pull even with US at 8-8 going into final day of Solheim Cup

Europe has picked up the pace at the Solheim Cup and pulled even with the United States at 8-8 after splitting the morning foursome matches and winning the afternoon fourballs

Europe rallies to pull even with US at 8-8 going into final day of Solheim Cup
News|Political|World

Biden faces foreign policy trouble spots as he aims to highlight his experience on the global stage

It probably wasn’t how President Joe Biden envisioned his big foreign policy week ending

Biden faces foreign policy trouble spots as he aims to highlight his experience on the global stage
News|Political|World

Russian foreign minister lambastes the West but barely mentions Ukraine in UN speech

Russia’s top diplomat is lashing out at the U.S. and the West as self-interested defenders of a fading international power structure

Russian foreign minister lambastes the West but barely mentions Ukraine in UN speech
Americas|News

Migrants hoping to reach US continue north through Mexico by train amid historic migration levels

A group of about 5,000 mostly Venezuelan migrants hoping to make it to the U.S. spent three days in the Mexican town of Irapuato waiting for a train that many in the group worried would never come

Migrants hoping to reach US continue north through Mexico by train amid historic migration levels
News|Travel|US|World

The Biden administration is poised to allow Israeli citizens to travel to the US without a US visa

The Biden administration is poised to allow Israeli citizens to travel to the United States without a U.S. visa

The Biden administration is poised to allow Israeli citizens to travel to the US without a US visa
Europe|Sports

Europe keeps Solheim Cup after first-ever tie against US. Home-crowd favorite Ciganda thrives again

Europe has retained the Solheim Cup after securing a first-ever tie with the United States

Europe keeps Solheim Cup after first-ever tie against US. Home-crowd favorite Ciganda thrives again
Europe|News|Sports|US

Europe retains the Solheim Cup after reaching 14 points against United States

Europe retains the Solheim Cup after reaching 14 points against United States

Americas|Europe|News|Sports

Positive US looking ahead to next battle in 2024 after failing to reclaim Solheim Cup from Europe

American captain Stacy Lewis is determined to celebrate a good week for her team despite the United States failing to retake the Solheim Cup from Europe

Positive US looking ahead to next battle in 2024 after failing to reclaim Solheim Cup from Europe
Sports

Americans' losing streak in Europe reaches the 30-year mark in the Ryder Cup

The United States won the Ryder Cup in England in 1993

Americans' losing streak in Europe reaches the 30-year mark in the Ryder Cup
Environment|News|World

Biden tells Pacific islands leaders that he hears their warnings about climate change and will act

President Joe Biden has informed leaders from the 18-member Pacific Islands Forum that he has heard their warnings about the impact of climate change on their region

Biden tells Pacific islands leaders that he hears their warnings about climate change and will act
Asia|News|World

South Korea parades troops and powerful weapons in its biggest Armed Forces Day ceremony in years

South Korea has paraded thousands of troops and an array of weapons capable of striking North Korea through its capital as part of its biggest Armed Forces Day ceremony in 10 years, as its president vowed to build a stronger military to thwart any provocation by the North

South Korea parades troops and powerful weapons in its biggest Armed Forces Day ceremony in years
News|Sports|US

Column: Ryder Cup is in America's head. But it's in Europe's blood

The Americans have won more majors

Column: Ryder Cup is in America's head. But it's in Europe's blood
Business|News|US

Not again. Federal workers who've weathered past government shutdowns brace for yet another ordeal

Across the country, federal workers still stung by memories of past government shutdowns are bracing for the possibility of another extended closure

Not again. Federal workers who've weathered past government shutdowns brace for yet another ordeal
News|Political|US

Supreme Court allows work to proceed on a new Alabama congressional map with greater representation for Black voters

Supreme Court allows work to proceed on a new Alabama congressional map with greater representation for Black voters

Africa|Americas|News|Sports|US

WNBA player Chiney Ogwumike named to President Biden's council on African diplomacy

WNBA player Chiney Ogwumike has been named to the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States

WNBA player Chiney Ogwumike named to President Biden's council on African diplomacy
Election|News|US

Trump rivals try to make headway and other things to watch during the GOP presidential debate

A growing sense of urgency looms over the Republican Party’s second presidential primary debate as seven candidates seek momentum on a stage that will not feature the race’s frontrunner

Trump rivals try to make headway and other things to watch during the GOP presidential debate
Asia|News|US|World

US secures the release of the soldier who crossed into North Korea 2 months ago

The White House says the American soldier who sprinted into North Korea across the heavily fortified border between the Koreas two months ago has been released into U.S. custody

US secures the release of the soldier who crossed into North Korea 2 months ago
Asia|News|US|World

A look at other Americans who have entered North Korea over the years

North Korea has expelled a U.S. soldier who crossed into the country in July

News|Political|US|World

Cardin eyes changes on Egypt, Turkey and around the world as he takes powerful Senate foreign post

The new chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee says he's considering policy changes toward Egypt, Turkey and other countries as he took over the powerful leadership of the panel

Cardin eyes changes on Egypt, Turkey and around the world as he takes powerful Senate foreign post
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Bridgewater's Ray Dalio warns of impending debt crisis in US - CNBC

Ray Dalio believes the United States is going to have a debt crisis and is closely watching the "risky" fiscal situation, CNBC reported on Thursday, citing an interview with the

Bridgewater's Ray Dalio warns of impending debt crisis in US - CNBC
News|US

US to announce disaster response team for South Caucasus amid Karabakh crisis

The United States on Thursday will announce it has deployed a Disaster Assistance Response Team in the South Caucasus region to coordinate the U.S.

US to announce disaster response team for South Caucasus amid Karabakh crisis
News|World

US soldier Travis King heads home after North Korea expels him

Private Travis King, the U.S. soldier who ran into North Korea in July, is in U.S. custody and heading home after being

US soldier Travis King heads home after North Korea expels him
Asia|Technology|US

US backs Pacific undersea internet cable amid China competition

The United States is backing a new undersea internet cable connecting several Pacific islands, according to a plan for the project seen by Reuters, boosting

US backs Pacific undersea internet cable amid China competition
Americas|News|World

Number of migrants crossing Panama's Darien Gap surpasses 400,000 to record high

The number of people crossing the perilous Darien Gap linking Panama and Colombia has hit a record high of 400,000 in the year to September, official data

Number of migrants crossing Panama's Darien Gap surpasses 400,000 to record high
Europe|News|Sports

Live updates | McIlroy says Europeans won't be complacent after their 'amazing' Day 1 at Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy says the Europeans will not be complacent after their “amazing” Day 1 at the Ryder Cup

Live updates | McIlroy says Europeans won't be complacent after their 'amazing' Day 1 at Ryder Cup
News|Technology|US|World

US quietly acknowledges Iran satellite successfully reached orbit as tensions remain high

The United States has quietly acknowledged that Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard successfully put an imaging satellite into orbit this week in a launch that resembled others previously criticized by Washington as helping Tehran’s ballistic missile program

US quietly acknowledges Iran satellite successfully reached orbit as tensions remain high
Business|Economy|News|Political|US|World

Exclusive-US-Saudi defence pact tied to Israel deal, Palestinian demands put aside

Saudi Arabia is determined to secure a military pact requiring the United States to defend the kingdom in return for

Exclusive-US-Saudi defence pact tied to Israel deal, Palestinian demands put aside
Sports

Europe strikes back in Ryder Cup and ties record for largest lead

Europe has taken a big step toward a small measure of revenge in the Ryder Cup

Europe strikes back in Ryder Cup and ties record for largest lead
Business|Economy|Finance

Explainer-Charting the Fed's economic data flow

The Federal Reserve held its benchmark overnight interest rate steady at the Sept. 19-20 policy meeting.

Explainer-Charting the Fed's economic data flow
Americas|News

Mexican auto lobby urges authorities to fix border 'crisis' as trade hit

Mexico's main auto industry association on Friday urged Mexican authorities to step up efforts to work with the United States to deal with a "migration crisis" on the countries

Mexican auto lobby urges authorities to fix border 'crisis' as trade hit
Sports

Ryder Cup match capsules from the opening day at Marco Simone

Capsules of the eight Ryder Cup matches from Friday at Marco Simone

Ryder Cup match capsules from the opening day at Marco Simone
News|US|World

US monitoring large Serbian force along Kosovo border -White House

The United States is monitoring a troubling Serbian military deployment along the border of Kosovo that is destabilizing the area, the White House said on Friday and called for

US monitoring large Serbian force along Kosovo border -White House
Sports

Live updates | Hats off to Cantlay as U.S. team makes playful gesture beside 18th green

Hats off to Patrick Cantlay

Live updates | Hats off to Cantlay as U.S. team makes playful gesture beside 18th green
Europe|Sports

Europe builds a 5-point lead in Ryder Cup. Cantlay gives the Americans hope

Europe has control of the Ryder Cup by building a five-point lead after another big day at Marco Simone

Europe builds a 5-point lead in Ryder Cup. Cantlay gives the Americans hope
Election|Health|Opinion|Political|US

Anti-abortion groups are at odds on strategies ahead of Ohio vote. It could be a preview for 2024

Abortion opponents in Ohio are at odds over how to frame their opposition to a reproductive rights amendment on the state’s November ballot and over longer-term goals on how severely they would restrict the procedure

Anti-abortion groups are at odds on strategies ahead of Ohio vote. It could be a preview for 2024
Health|News|US

Kaiser Permanente workers say they are unlikely to reach deal to avert strike

The coalition of unions representing healthcare workers at Kaiser Permanente said late on Saturday it is unlikely there will be a new agreement with the healthcare provider, as their

Kaiser Permanente workers say they are unlikely to reach deal to avert strike
Europe|News|Sports|US

Live updates | Europe beats United States 16 1/2-11 1/2 at Ryder Cup

The final score is in: Europe beat the United States 16½-11½

Live updates | Europe beats United States 16 1/2-11 1/2 at Ryder Cup
News|US

Connecticut enacts its most sweeping gun control law since the Sandy Hook shooting

Connecticut’s most wide-ranging gun control measure since the 2013 law enacted after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting is taking effect

Connecticut enacts its most sweeping gun control law since the Sandy Hook shooting
Europe|Sports|US

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
News|US|World

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
News|US|World

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
News|Political|US|World

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
News|Science|Technology|US

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
News|US|World

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
News|Sports

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
News|US|World

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
News|Sports

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
News|US|World

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
News|US|World

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
News|US|World

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
News|Political|US|World

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
News|Political|US

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
Business|Europe|News|US|World

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
News|US|World

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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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