SB 4: Civil Rights Groups Sue Texas Over Law Allowing Police to Arrest and Deport Migrants
The organizations claim that the law, which was passed yesterday and is set to go into effect in March, is unconstitutional and preempted by federal law
Israel Faces Gaza Ceasefire Calls, US Vows More Arms
Israel faced another round of global pressure on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Gaza with a new UN vote and fresh Western diplomatic efforts, although the United States vowed to continue arming its ally.
US Announces 10-nation Coalition To Combat Houthi Attacks In Red Sea
The United States on Monday announced a 10-nation coalition to quell Houthi missile and drone attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea, with Britain, France, Bahrain and Italy among countries joining the "multinational security initiative."
Finland Bolsters Military Ties With US After Putin Warning
Finland on Monday signed an agreement to enhance military cooperation with the United States, saying it saw a long-term threat from Russia, a day after its giant neighbor issued a warning over Helsinki's recent entrance into NATO.
Union Slams Nippon Steel's $14.1 Bn Deal For US Steel
A major US union representing steelworkers slammed the deal by Japan's Nippon Steel to buy US Steel Corp for $14.1 billion, which was confirmed on Monday just months after US Steel rejected an offer from its main domestic rival.
U.S. Passport Processing Times Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
The Department of State said the times are now six to eight weeks for routine service and two to three for expedited service
N Korea Test-fires Most Advanced ICBM With US In Range
South Korea said the North fired an ICBM that used solid fuel, which makes missiles easier to transport and faster to fire than liquid-fuelled versions.
US Slams Allegations Of Plotting Violent Attacks Against Cuban Government
"Allegations that the United States is encouraging violent actions against the Cuban government are absurd," An official from the State Department said.
US Imposes Visa Restrictions On Nearly 300 Guatemalan Nationals For 'Anti-Democratic Actions'
Guatemala is going through a democratic crisis, with the current administration trying to block President-elect Bernardo Arévalo from taking over the office next month.
Real Estate in LatAm Vs. U.S.: How Much do Properties Cost in Their Main Cities and States?
Montevideo and Mexico City, the most expensive cities in Latin America to buy a square meter, would be in the U.S.'s top 10 most expensive states
2024 Copa América: See who's playing Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and the U.S.
Argentina will face Chile, Peru; Mexico will play the Reggae Boyz; the U.S. will play Vs. Uruguay; and Brazil shares group with Colombia
Venezuela-Guyana Tensions Escalate Over Essequibo With U.S. Involved in Military Drills
The U.S. Army carried out a joint aerial exercise with Guyana. Washington reiterated its support for the country
Manuel Rocha, Former U.S. Diplomat Accused of Spying for Cuba, Faces 60 Years in Prison
Rocha has been accused of acting as an illegal agent of a foreign government and of defrauding the nation
US Finds War Crimes And Ethnic Cleansing In Sudan War
The United States said Wednesday that Sudan's rival forces have both committed war crimes in their brutal conflict and alleged a new ethnic cleansing campaign in scarred Darfur.
US Facing Growing Middle East Crisis Tied To Israel-Hamas War
Washington is facing an increasingly complex and dangerous crisis resulting from the Israel-Hamas war, which has sparked repeated militant attacks and drawn US military attention and assets back to the Middle East.
'Dictator' Trump Warnings Spook America
Could a second Donald Trump presidency slide into dictatorship? The most eye-opening piece appeared in The Washington Post by conservative commentator Robert Kagan, with the headline: "A Trump dictatorship is increasingly inevitable.
Bitcoin Soars Past $40,000 On Optimism For US Trading Approval
Bitcoin on Monday rose past $40,000 for the first time since May last year, boosted by hopes that the United States will soon allow broader trading of the world's biggest cryptocurrency.
US High Court To Hear Challenge To $6bn Purdue Opioid Settlement
The US Supreme Court is to hear a challenge on Monday to Purdue Pharma's $6 billion opioids settlement immunizing the family that controlled the drugmaker from future litigation.
Alaska Airlines To Buy Hawaiian Airlines For $1.9 Bn
Alaska Airlines announced Sunday that it would buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion, consolidating its position as the nation's fifth biggest carrier if it can attain regulatory approval.
US Commerce Chief Warns Against China 'Threat'
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Saturday urged lawmakers, Silicon Valley and US allies to stop China from getting semiconductors and cutting-edge technologies key to national security.
Red And Blue America Square Off In Clash Of The Governors
They are ambitious and relatively young leaders whose passionate views about running their large, powerful states offer contrasting ideals on how the deeply-polarized United States should be run.
US Slaps Sanctions On Crypto Mixer Used By N.Koreans For Laundering
The United States on Wednesday slapped sanctions on a crypto mixer that it said was serving as a money laundering tool for hackers affiliated with the North Korean government.
US Charges Indian Man With Plotting Hit On Sikh Separatist
US prosecutors unveiled charges on Wednesday against an Indian national they say planned to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader on US soil under the direction of an Indian official.
Mobility Record: U.S. Visas Surge to 10 Million in Fiscal Year 2023
The Department of State said that half of its consulates and embassies adjudicated more of these visas than ever before
Avocado Boom in the U.S. Seen as Major Force in Deforestation of Large Areas in Mexico
A report by The New York Times sheds light on the effect the ever-growing industry has in the country's forests
MLS Conference Finals: Vela, Herrera, Gaitán, Acosta Lead Latino Charge
Over 30 players across the four remaining teams are from Latin America, including season MVP Luciano Acosta
US Attorney General Warns Of 'Extremists' After Vermont Shooting
US Attorney General Merrick Garland warned Monday of increasing threats from "domestic violent extremists" amid growing attacks against minority groups, as he vowed a full investigation into the shooting of three men of Palestinian descent.
Milei Heads To US As Next Argentine Leader
Argentina's president-elect Javier Milei was traveling Sunday to the United States to meet with US and international officials over two days.
US Defense Officials To Visit Guyana Amid Venezuela Row: Guyanese VP
US Department of Defense officials will visit Guyana next week, the South American country's vice president said Thursday, as he pledged that "all options" are on the table in its row with neighboring Venezuela.
US Economic Uncertainty Means Bigger 'Black Friday' Discounts
The retail sector's efforts to entice holiday gift purchases builds to a crescendo this weekend with the annual "Black Friday" shopping day followed by the newer "Cyber Monday."