US Justice Department Challenges California’s New Congressional Maps Allegedly Favoring Democrats
US Justice Department sues California over new congressional maps, claiming racial gerrymandering gives Democrats an unfair advantage.
Canadian Travel to the US Plummets Amid Political Tensions
Canadian travel to the US drops sharply as political tensions and tariffs reduce visits and spending.
UK Pauses Intelligence Sharing Over Controversial US Strikes on Drug Smuggling Boats
UK halts intelligence sharing with the US over legal concerns about strikes on suspected drug smuggling boats in the Caribbean.
US Government Reopens: What This Means for Flights and Airline Schedules
The US government reopens after shutdown; airlines and air traffic controllers work to restore flights and schedules.
Starbucks Union Workers Strike Over Pay, Staffing Amid Stalled Contract Talks
Starbucks union workers strike at 65 US stores over pay, staffing, and labor rights amid stalled contract talks.
Trump Signs Bill to End Historic 43-Day Government Shutdown
Trump signs bill ending historic 43-day US government shutdown; federal services to resume temporarily until January 30.
G7 Unites on Russia Sanctions, Backs Gaza Ceasefire Plan, Raises Concerns Over US Military Strikes in Caribbean
G7 backs Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan, toughens sanctions on Russia, and questions US military strikes in the Caribbean.
US Slaps Sanctions on Global Networks Supporting Iran’s Missile and Drone Program
US sanctions 32 networks across 8 countries linked to Iran’s missile and drone programs, aiming to curb Tehran’s regional and military influence.:
Trump Signs Bill to End Longest Government Shutdown in U.S. History
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has officially signed a funding bill that ends the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, bringing an end to 43 days of halted operations that disrupted…
Internet Freedom Declines in US and Germany as Online Restrictions Rise in Democracies
Internet freedom falls in the US and Germany as Freedom House reports rising online restrictions across democracies in 2025.
