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Vance, UK foreign secretary will meet before US vice president's vacation in the English countryside
Read full article: Vance, UK foreign secretary will meet before US vice president's vacation in the English countrysideU.S. Vice President JD Vance is expected to meet with U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy at a stately home south of London before heading off on a family vacation in the English countryside.
Judge blocks Trump's birthright order nationwide in fourth such ruling since Supreme Court decision
Read full article: Judge blocks Trump's birthright order nationwide in fourth such ruling since Supreme Court decisionA federal judge in Maryland has ruled the Trump administration cannot withhold citizenship from children born to people in the country illegally or temporarily, issuing the fourth court decision blocking the president’ birthright citizenship order nationwide since a key U.S. Supreme Court ruling in June.
Trump doubles reward to $50 million for arrest of Venezuela's president to face US drug charges
Read full article: Trump doubles reward to $50 million for arrest of Venezuela's president to face US drug chargesThe Trump administration is doubling to $50 million a reward for the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and accusing him of working with cartels to flood the U.S. with fentanyl-laced cocaine.
Trump administration asks high court to lift restrictions on Southern California immigration stops
Read full article: Trump administration asks high court to lift restrictions on Southern California immigration stopsThe Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to lift a court order restricting immigration stops that swept up at least two U.S. citizens in Southern California.
Trump opens the door for private equity and crypto as 401(k) retirement plan options
Read full article: Trump opens the door for private equity and crypto as 401(k) retirement plan optionsMillions of Americans saving for retirement through 401(k) accounts could have the option of putting their money in higher-risk private equity and cryptocurrency investments.
The Latest: As Trump's sweeping new tariffs take effect, US trading partners scramble worldwide
Read full article: The Latest: As Trump's sweeping new tariffs take effect, US trading partners scramble worldwideThe U.S. has begun officially levying higher taxes on imports from dozens of countries Thursday, four months after President Donald Trump first announced plans to impose tariffs on most of the world while seeking new trade agreements across the board.
What to know about Trump's newest and most sweeping tariffs
Read full article: What to know about Trump's newest and most sweeping tariffsPresident Donald Trump on Thursday imposed once unthinkably high U.S. taxes on imports from dozens of countries, part of his campaign to turn one of the world’s most open economies into a fortress bristling with barriers to trade.
South Korea, US militaries will stage large-scale drills this month to address North Korean threats
Read full article: South Korea, US militaries will stage large-scale drills this month to address North Korean threatsSouth Korea and the United States will launch their annual large-scale military exercise this month to bolster readiness against North Korean threats, the allies said Thursday.
What to know as Trump's immigration crackdown strips tuition breaks from thousands of students
Read full article: What to know as Trump's immigration crackdown strips tuition breaks from thousands of studentsTens of thousands of U.S. college students without legal residency are losing access to in-state tuition as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration.
Claire's, known for piercing millions of teens' ears, files for Chapter 11, 2nd time since 2018
Read full article: Claire's, known for piercing millions of teens' ears, files for Chapter 11, 2nd time since 2018Mall-based teen retailer Claire’s, known for helping to usher teens into a key rite of passage _ ear piercing _ but now struggling with a big debt load and changing consumer tastes, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
US is auctioning a seized $325M Russian superyacht with 8 state rooms, a helipad, a gym and a spa
Read full article: US is auctioning a seized $325M Russian superyacht with 8 state rooms, a helipad, a gym and a spaThe United States is auctioning off the $325 million luxury superyacht Amadea, its first sale of a seized Russian superyacht since the launch of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Lindsey Vonn hires former ski great Aksel Lund Svindal as coach ahead of Olympic season
Read full article: Lindsey Vonn hires former ski great Aksel Lund Svindal as coach ahead of Olympic seasonLindsey Vonn has added former ski champion Aksel Lund Svindal to her coaching team as she prepares for next year's Winter Olympics.
Trump could meet in person with Putin as soon as next week, White House official says
Read full article: Trump could meet in person with Putin as soon as next week, White House official saysPresident Donald Trump could meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as next week to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war.
Houston DACA recipient reacts to federal ‘self‑deportation’ comment, shares fears for her family
Read full article: Houston DACA recipient reacts to federal ‘self‑deportation’ comment, shares fears for her familyA recent comment from a federal official urging some DACA recipients to “self‑deport” has sparked fear and uncertainty among thousands of families in Texas — home to one of the largest DACA populations in the country.
Hiroshima survivors fear rising nuclear threat on the 80th anniversary of atomic bombing
Read full article: Hiroshima survivors fear rising nuclear threat on the 80th anniversary of atomic bombingHiroshima is marking the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the western Japanese city.
Crucial exemption allows majority of Canadian and Mexican goods to be shipped to US without tariffs
Read full article: Crucial exemption allows majority of Canadian and Mexican goods to be shipped to US without tariffsU.S. President Donald Trump raised the tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% last week, but a key carve-out for Canada as well as Mexico shields the vast majority of goods from the punishing duties.
A tropical storm forms off the East Coast as we enter peak hurricane season. Here’s what we are watching
Read full article: A tropical storm forms off the East Coast as we enter peak hurricane season. Here’s what we are watchingWhile it brings rough surf and a rip current risk, it isn't expected to impact the mainland U.S. directly.
President of wealthy Switzerland rushes to Washington to try to avert steep US tariffs
Read full article: President of wealthy Switzerland rushes to Washington to try to avert steep US tariffsSwitzerland’s president and other top officials are traveling to Washington in a hastily arranged trip aimed at striking a deal with the Trump administration over steep tariffs.
Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US after a previous migrant deal with the UK collapsed
Read full article: Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US after a previous migrant deal with the UK collapsedRwanda has agreed to accept up to 250 deportees from the United States under the Trump administration's third-country deportation program.
NATO to coordinate regular and large-scale arm deliveries to Ukraine. Most will be bought in the US
Read full article: NATO to coordinate regular and large-scale arm deliveries to Ukraine. Most will be bought in the USNATO has started coordinating regular deliveries of large weapons packages to Ukraine, most bought from the U.S. Sweden said Tuesday that it would work with neighbors Denmark and Norway to provide $500 million worth of air defenses, anti-tank weapons, ammunition and spare parts.
State Department may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000 to enter the US
Read full article: State Department may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000 to enter the USThe State Department is proposing requiring applicants for business and tourist visas to post a bond of up to $15,000 to apply to enter the United States.
Hong Kong cancels passports and bans financial support for 16 overseas activists
Read full article: Hong Kong cancels passports and bans financial support for 16 overseas activistsHong Kong authorities have strengthened a crackdown on 16 overseas-based activists who were previously targeted by bounties on suspicion of endangering national security.
Americans finish strong with a relay world record in the swim worlds to top medal tables
Read full article: Americans finish strong with a relay world record in the swim worlds to top medal tablesThe United States, which had a frustrating swim world championships, ended on a high note Sunday with a world record in the women’s 4x100 medley in the last event of the eight-day championships.
From Laos to Brazil, Trump's tariffs leave a lot of losers. But even the winners will pay a price
Read full article: From Laos to Brazil, Trump's tariffs leave a lot of losers. But even the winners will pay a pricePresident Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught this week left a lot of losers – from small, poor countries like Laos and Algeria to wealthy U.S. trading partners like Canada and Switzerland.
Ex-Olympic champ Rowdy Gaines calls for changes at USA Swimming as team struggles in Singapore
Read full article: Ex-Olympic champ Rowdy Gaines calls for changes at USA Swimming as team struggles in SingaporeThree-time Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines minces few words when he broadcasts swimming for the American network NBC.
Brazil's Supreme Court stands firm on Bolsonaro trial despite foreign pressure
Read full article: Brazil's Supreme Court stands firm on Bolsonaro trial despite foreign pressureBrazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has said that the court will not yield to sanctions or foreign pressure regarding the trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
Russian and US space chiefs meet to discuss continued cooperation
Read full article: Russian and US space chiefs meet to discuss continued cooperationRussia’s space chief has visited the United States to discuss cooperation between Moscow and Washington on the International Space Station and lunar research with NASA’s acting chief, the first such face-to-face meeting in more than seven years.
The Latest: Trump signs order for more tariffs on US partners to go into effect in 7 days
Read full article: The Latest: Trump signs order for more tariffs on US partners to go into effect in 7 daysPresident Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday placing tariffs on many U.S. trade partners — the next step in his trade agenda that will test the global economy and alliances.
Trump's new tariffs give some countries a break, while shares and US dollar sink
Read full article: Trump's new tariffs give some countries a break, while shares and US dollar sinkU.S. President Donald Trump's new tariff rates of up to 41% on U.S. imports from dozens of countries have drawn expressions of relief from some countries that negotiated a deal or managed to whittle them down from rates announced in April.
Five different countries take gold medals on a wide-open day at the swim world championships
Read full article: Five different countries take gold medals on a wide-open day at the swim world championshipsThe gold medals were spread around Friday at the swimming world championships, thanks to the absence of stars Léon Marchand of France and Canadian Summer McIntosh from any finals on Day 6 in Singapore.
Western countries speak of a future Palestinian state as Gaza’s present crisis worsens
Read full article: Western countries speak of a future Palestinian state as Gaza’s present crisis worsensPlans announced by France, the United Kingdom and Canada to recognize a Palestinian state won’t bring one about anytime soon, though they could isolate Israel and strengthen the Palestinians' negotiating position over the long term.
Trump injects a new dose of uncertainty in tariffs as he pushes start date back to Aug. 7
Read full article: Trump injects a new dose of uncertainty in tariffs as he pushes start date back to Aug. 7President Donald Trump's order imposing new tariffs on scores of countries and the European Union starting in seven days has injected a new dose of uncertainty in an already uncertain process.
Judge blocks Trump administration from ending protections for 60,000 from Central America and Nepal
Read full article: Judge blocks Trump administration from ending protections for 60,000 from Central America and NepalA California judge is extending migrant status protections ended by the Trump administration for more than 60,000 people from Central America and Nepal.
Federal court denies Boston bomber's request for new judge to oversee death sentence appeal
Read full article: Federal court denies Boston bomber's request for new judge to oversee death sentence appealA federal court has denied a request by attorneys for Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to remove the judge overseeing the protracted legal battle over his death sentence.
Dozens of countries with no deals face new tariffs as trade deadline looms
Read full article: Dozens of countries with no deals face new tariffs as trade deadline loomsNumerous countries around the world are facing the prospect of new tariffs on their exports to the United States on Aug. 7 because they haven’t yet reached a trade deal with the Trump administration.
US and NATO allies warn of increasing Iranian threats in Europe, North America
Read full article: US and NATO allies warn of increasing Iranian threats in Europe, North AmericaThe United States and many of its NATO allies are accusing Iran of a growing number of threats and demanding that it end its attempts to harm dissidents and others.
New York woman who duped investors, funneled money to 2017 Trump fundraiser pleads guilty
Read full article: New York woman who duped investors, funneled money to 2017 Trump fundraiser pleads guiltyA New York businesswoman has pleaded guilty to ripping off over $30 million from foreign investors and funneling some of the stolen funds to U.S. political campaigns.
European Union expects to face 15% US tariffs from Friday. But a key text still isn't ready
Read full article: European Union expects to face 15% US tariffs from Friday. But a key text still isn't readyThe European Commission says it presumes the United States will impose a 15% tariff on most EU exports from Friday.
The Latest: Trump orders new tariffs on multiple US trade partners to take effect in 7 days
Read full article: The Latest: Trump orders new tariffs on multiple US trade partners to take effect in 7 daysPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order that would have new tariffs on a wide swath of U.S. trading partners to go into effect in seven days.
Ranchers say expanding herds to take advantage of record retail beef prices isn't so simple
Read full article: Ranchers say expanding herds to take advantage of record retail beef prices isn't so simpleSouth Dakota rancher Calli Williams wants to benefit from high beef prices, but it's not so simple.
US to share biometric data with Chile 'to track criminals,' Homeland Security's Noem says
Read full article: US to share biometric data with Chile 'to track criminals,' Homeland Security's Noem saysThe United States will deploy biometric technologies with Chile to control migration and disrupt criminal networks, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
US sanctions Brazil's Supreme Court justice overseeing trial against Trump ally Bolsonaro
Read full article: US sanctions Brazil's Supreme Court justice overseeing trial against Trump ally BolsonaroThe U.S. Treasury Department is imposing sanctions on Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Along with a strong second quarter rebound for the US economy, some red flags
Read full article: Along with a strong second quarter rebound for the US economy, some red flagsThe U.S. economy expanded at a surprising 3% annual pace from April through June, bouncing back at least temporarily from a first-quarter drop that reflected disruptions arising from President Donald Trump’s trade wars.
The Latest: Trump administration to launch new private health tracking system with Big Tech’s help
Read full article: The Latest: Trump administration to launch new private health tracking system with Big Tech’s helpThe Trump administration is launching a new private health tracking system that asks Americans to share their personal health data and medical records with private tech companies.
Léon Marchand breaks world record in 200 individual medley in 1 minute, 52.61 seconds
Read full article: Léon Marchand breaks world record in 200 individual medley in 1 minute, 52.61 secondsLéon Marchand has broken the world record in the 200-meter individual medley at the world championships in Singapore, clocking 1 minute, 52.61 seconds to surpass the 1:54.00 set in 2011 by American Ryan Lochte.
UN investigator says US sanctions over her criticism of Israel will seriously impact her life
Read full article: UN investigator says US sanctions over her criticism of Israel will seriously impact her lifeAn independent U.N. investigator and outspoken critic of Israel’s policies in Gaza says the sanctions recently imposed on her by the Trump administration will seriously impact her life and work.
As US grapples with China relations, Taiwan's president scraps stop on American soil
Read full article: As US grapples with China relations, Taiwan's president scraps stop on American soilThe Associated Press has learned that the Taiwanese government has called off a plan for its president to transit through the United States on his way to Latin America.
Here's what to know about CTE, the brain disease the NYC shooter blamed for his mental health issues
Read full article: Here's what to know about CTE, the brain disease the NYC shooter blamed for his mental health issuesThe man who killed four people in the New York City skyscraper that is home to NFL headquarters carried a note blaming the league for his mental health problems.
Higher US tariffs part of the price Europe was willing to pay for its security and arms for Ukraine
Read full article: Higher US tariffs part of the price Europe was willing to pay for its security and arms for UkraineThe EU-U.S. tariff agreement sealed over the weekend has been described as a “dark day” for Europe and even a capitulation to American demands.
What Americans think about Israel's military action in Gaza, according to a new Gallup poll
Read full article: What Americans think about Israel's military action in Gaza, according to a new Gallup pollA new poll shows support for Israel’s military action in Gaza has dropped among U.S. adults, with only about one-third approving.
North Korea says Kim-Trump ties are 'not bad' but it's not giving up its nuclear weapons
Read full article: North Korea says Kim-Trump ties are 'not bad' but it's not giving up its nuclear weaponsThe powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has dismissed the U.S.’s intent to resume diplomacy on North Korea’s denuclearization.
France calls on the EU to pressure Israel to come to the table on Palestinian two-state solution
Read full article: France calls on the EU to pressure Israel to come to the table on Palestinian two-state solutionFrance is calling on the European Union to pressure Israel to agree to a two-state solution with the Palestinians.
Trump moves to lift visa restrictions for Argentina in a boost to his right-wing ally
Read full article: Trump moves to lift visa restrictions for Argentina in a boost to his right-wing allyThe United States and Argentina have announced plans to allow Argentine tourists to travel to the U.S. without a visa.
US and China to talk in Stockholm on trade with eye on Trump-Xi summit later this year
Read full article: US and China to talk in Stockholm on trade with eye on Trump-Xi summit later this yearU.S. and Chinese officials are meeting in Stockholm to discuss trade tariffs and a potential summit between their leaders.
Tariffs on South Korea's products threaten the 'K-beauty' boom in the US
Read full article: Tariffs on South Korea's products threaten the 'K-beauty' boom in the USAsian skin care has been a booming global business for a more than a decade, with consumers in Europe, North and South America, and increasingly the Middle East, snapping up creams, serums and balms from South Korea, Japan and China.
Faith leaders hope bill will stop the loss of thousands of clergy from abroad serving US communities
Read full article: Faith leaders hope bill will stop the loss of thousands of clergy from abroad serving US communitiesFaith leaders across the U.S. are hoping a bipartisan bill in Congress might finally provide relief to an immigration issue that has been vexing them for more than two years.
American team at world swimming battles case of 'acute gastroenteritis' that damages performance
Read full article: American team at world swimming battles case of 'acute gastroenteritis' that damages performanceThe United States team at the swimming world championships in Singapore is battling a case of “acute gastroenteritis” that compromised performances on the opening day of eight days of competition in the pool.
Here's how a major Mexican tomato exporter is affected by Trump’s 17% tariff
Read full article: Here's how a major Mexican tomato exporter is affected by Trump’s 17% tariffThe Trump administration's 17% duty on fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico is creating challenges for the country that supplies the most tomatoes to U.S. consumers.
US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shock
Read full article: US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shockThe United States and the European Union have agreed to a trade framework setting a 15% tariff on most goods.
Trump says Japan will invest $550 billion in US at his direction. It may not be a sure thing
Read full article: Trump says Japan will invest $550 billion in US at his direction. It may not be a sure thingPresident Donald Trump is bragging that Japan has given him, as part of a new trade framework, $550 billion to invest in the United States.
Judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions in third ruling since high court decision
Read full article: Judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions in third ruling since high court decisionA federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending birthright citizenship for the children of parents who are in the U.S. illegally.
Trump wants to play global peacemaker. Derailed Gaza ceasefire shows how daunting that ambition is
Read full article: Trump wants to play global peacemaker. Derailed Gaza ceasefire shows how daunting that ambition isThe United States cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks this week plunges one of President Donald Trump’s pushes to solve global conflicts into new uncertainty.
European and Iranian diplomats meet in Istanbul as return of sanctions looms over nuclear deadlock
Read full article: European and Iranian diplomats meet in Istanbul as return of sanctions looms over nuclear deadlockTalks between Iranian and European diplomats in Istanbul have ended with the sides agreeing to meet again to seek to unpick the deadlock over Tehran’s nuclear program.
US and Mexico sign accord to combat Tijuana River sewage flowing across the border
Read full article: US and Mexico sign accord to combat Tijuana River sewage flowing across the borderThe United States and Mexico have signed an agreement outlining specific steps, funds and a timetable to clean up the longstanding problem of the Tijuana River pouring sewage across the border and polluting California beaches.
The Environmental Protection Agency wants to bring back the weed killer dicamba
Read full article: The Environmental Protection Agency wants to bring back the weed killer dicambaThe Environmental Protection Agency has proposed allowing the weed killer dicamba for genetically engineered soybeans and cotton.
Ranchers in southern Mexico are struggling against a flesh-eating parasite infecting livestock
Read full article: Ranchers in southern Mexico are struggling against a flesh-eating parasite infecting livestockRanchers in southern Mexico face rising costs and limited government help to battle a flesh-eating parasite.
‘We fought for this district’: Houstonians push back on Texas lawmakers redistricting efforts
Read full article: ‘We fought for this district’: Houstonians push back on Texas lawmakers redistricting effortsState lawmakers are moving forward with efforts to redraw congressional maps a move that’s sparking both political controversy and public pushback ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'
Read full article: US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'The United States is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar, saying the latest response from Hamas “shows a lack of desire" to reach a truce.
Philanthropist Wendy Schmidt insists science and immersive media can inspire action for the planet
Read full article: Philanthropist Wendy Schmidt insists science and immersive media can inspire action for the planetPhilanthropist Wendy Schmidt and her husband, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, have long insisted that the scientific advancements they fund be shared widely and for the planet's protection.
Trump tariffs would hit Hungary hard despite warm relations with MAGA-friendly Orbán
Read full article: Trump tariffs would hit Hungary hard despite warm relations with MAGA-friendly OrbánHungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has built a close relationship with Donald Trump, aligning with the MAGA movement.
Better testing, less vaccine messaging among lessons learned from historic Texas measles outbreak
Read full article: Better testing, less vaccine messaging among lessons learned from historic Texas measles outbreakFaced with a skeptical religious community that became the center of the outbreak, public health officials say they may have pushed too hard on vaccine messaging.
The Latest: US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks, blaming Hamas
Read full article: The Latest: US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks, blaming HamasPresident Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff says the U.S. is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and bringing home its negotiating team from Qatar for consultations.
Australia to reduce US beef import restrictions denounced by Trump as a ban
Read full article: Australia to reduce US beef import restrictions denounced by Trump as a banAustralia plans to ease restrictions on U_S_ beef imports in a move U_S_ President Donald Trump’s administration claims as a major victory over “non-scientific trade barriers.”.
Appeals court finds Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional, upholds block
Read full article: Appeals court finds Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional, upholds blockA federal appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump’s order seeking to end birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, affirming a lower-court decision that blocked its enforcement nationwide.
US automakers say Trump's 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantage
Read full article: US automakers say Trump's 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantageU.S. automakers worry that President Donald Trump’s agreement to tariff Japanese vehicles at 15% would put them at a competitive disadvantage, saying they will face steeper import taxes on steel, aluminum and parts than their competitors, saying they'll face steeper import taxes on steel, aluminum and parts than their competitors.
Iranian negotiator doesn't rule out exiting nuclear treaty if sanctions are reimposed
Read full article: Iranian negotiator doesn't rule out exiting nuclear treaty if sanctions are reimposedA top Iranian official has warned that European threats to reimpose sanctions on Iran could trigger the country to withdraw from an international pact that limits the spread of nuclear weapons.
Flurry of trade deals offers relief for some Asian countries, while others wait
Read full article: Flurry of trade deals offers relief for some Asian countries, while others waitU.S. President Donald Trump has announced a flurry of trade deals that will relieve some pressure on companies and consumers from sharply higher tariffs on imports from Japan and a handful of other Asian countries.
Japan's Ishiba denies resignation plans despite election loss, says he will focus on US trade deal
Read full article: Japan's Ishiba denies resignation plans despite election loss, says he will focus on US trade dealJapanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has again denied reports that he plans to resign after his party's historic election defeat.
UN's top court says failing to protect planet from climate change could violate international law
Read full article: UN's top court says failing to protect planet from climate change could violate international lawThe United Nations’ top court in a landmark advisory opinion says countries could be in violation of international law if they fail to take measures to protect the planet from climate change, and nations harmed by its effects could be entitled to reparations.