POLITICS
To hit back at the United States in their trade war, China borrows from the US playbook
Read full article: To hit back at the United States in their trade war, China borrows from the US playbookChina has expanded its export rules on rare earths, requiring foreign firms to get approval for exporting products containing even small amounts of China-originated materials.
George Santos says he's humbled but dismisses 'pearl clutching' critics
Read full article: George Santos says he's humbled but dismisses 'pearl clutching' criticsFreed from the prison where he had been serving time for ripping off his campaign donors, former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he’s humbled by his experience behind bars.
Trump calls Colombia's Petro an ‘illegal drug leader’ and announces tariffs and an end to US aid
Read full article: Trump calls Colombia's Petro an ‘illegal drug leader’ and announces tariffs and an end to US aidIt's a war of words between President Donald Trump and Colombian leader Gustavo Petro over illegal drugs, with hundreds of millions of dollars in American aid hanging in the balance.
How Americans are feeling about their chances on the job market, according to an AP-NORC poll
Read full article: How Americans are feeling about their chances on the job market, according to an AP-NORC pollAmericans are increasingly worried about their ability to find a good job under President Donald Trump.
State emergency officials say new rules and delays for FEMA grants put disaster response at risk
Read full article: State emergency officials say new rules and delays for FEMA grants put disaster response at riskState emergency management officials say they're facing funding challenges from the federal government that threaten the country's ability to respond to crises.
Turkish Cypriots elect new leader, reigniting hopes for renewed talks to heal Cyprus' ethnic split
Read full article: Turkish Cypriots elect new leader, reigniting hopes for renewed talks to heal Cyprus' ethnic splitHopes for a resumption of long-stalled talks to heal Cyprus’ decades-old ethnic rift have been buoyed after Turkish Cypriots elected a leader who campaigned on getting back to negotiating a two-zone federation with rival Greek Cypriots after an eight-year stalemate.
Centrist Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential runoff, topping right-wing rival
Read full article: Centrist Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential runoff, topping right-wing rivalPreliminary results show that Rodrigo Paz, a centrist senator who was never a nationally prominent figure until now, has won Bolivia’s presidential election, galvanizing voters outraged by the country’s economic crisis and frustrated with 20 years of rule by the Movement Toward Socialism party.
US warns Hamas planning attack on Palestinian civilians in apparent violation of Gaza ceasefire
Read full article: US warns Hamas planning attack on Palestinian civilians in apparent violation of Gaza ceasefireThe U.S. State Department says it has “credible reports” that Hamas could violate the ceasefire with an attack on Palestinian civilians in Gaza.
US will send survivors of strike on suspected drug vessel back to Ecuador and Colombia, Trump says
Read full article: US will send survivors of strike on suspected drug vessel back to Ecuador and Colombia, Trump saysThe two survivors of an American military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean will be sent to Ecuador and Colombia, their home countries.
US Embassy issues warning to Americans in Trinidad and Tobago as tensions with Venezuela escalate
Read full article: US Embassy issues warning to Americans in Trinidad and Tobago as tensions with Venezuela escalateThe U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago is cautioning Americans to stay away from U.S. government facilities on the twin-island nation.
GOP's immigration pitch to New Jersey Latinos aims for some distance from Trump in governor’s race
Read full article: GOP's immigration pitch to New Jersey Latinos aims for some distance from Trump in governor’s raceJack Ciattarelli has been endorsed by Donald Trump in next month's New Jersey governor's election and is a strong supporter of the Republican president and his agenda.
Trump's immigration crackdown weighs heavy on the US labor market
Read full article: Trump's immigration crackdown weighs heavy on the US labor marketPresident Donald Trump’s sweeping crackdown on immigration is throwing foreigners out of work and shaking the American economy and job market.
Taiwan's main opposition party elects new leader in a race clouded by claims of China meddling
Read full article: Taiwan's main opposition party elects new leader in a race clouded by claims of China meddlingTaiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party has chosen Cheng Li-wun as its new chairperson.
Heavy security after deadly violence in Kenya, as thousands mourn former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Read full article: Heavy security after deadly violence in Kenya, as thousands mourn former Prime Minister Raila OdingaHeavy security has been deployed to Kenya’s western city of Kisumu before the final public viewing of the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
In AP interview, Harris says Democrats 'are standing up for working people' in government shutdown
Read full article: In AP interview, Harris says Democrats 'are standing up for working people' in government shutdownKamala Harris sounds like a party elder and a future candidate at the same time.
After Voting Rights Act case arguments, concerns over diminished minority representation rise
Read full article: After Voting Rights Act case arguments, concerns over diminished minority representation riseBlack lawmakers and voting rights advocates are expressing concern about a potential decline in minority political representation following oral arguments in a Supreme Court case.
'No Kings' protests against Trump bring a street party vibe to cities nationwide
Read full article: 'No Kings' protests against Trump bring a street party vibe to cities nationwideLarge crowds of protesters have gathered in cities across the United for “No Kings” demonstrations against what they see a drift into authoritarianism under President Donald Trump.
Trump commutes sentence of former US Rep. George Santos in federal fraud case
Read full article: Trump commutes sentence of former US Rep. George Santos in federal fraud casePresident Donald Trump has commuted the sentence of former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who was slated to serve more than seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to fraud and identity theft charges.
News stories show that reporters may have left the Pentagon, but they haven't stopped working
Read full article: News stories show that reporters may have left the Pentagon, but they haven't stopped workingDozens of reporters stationed at the Pentagon walked out this week and surrendered their access badges rather than sign on to new rules imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth they said would restrict how they do their jobs.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow deployment of National Guard in Chicago area
Read full article: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow deployment of National Guard in Chicago areaThe Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area, escalating President Donald Trump’s conflict with Democratic governors over using the military on U.S. soil.
GOP turns Schumer print quotes into AI-generated video of him saying shutdown good for Democrats
Read full article: GOP turns Schumer print quotes into AI-generated video of him saying shutdown good for DemocratsSenate Republican campaign leaders are using artificial intelligence-generated video to falsely depict Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer appearing to say on camera comments he made in a print publication interview about the political impacts of the partial government shutdown.
From bills to berets: Notable moments from NYC's contentious mayoral debate
Read full article: From bills to berets: Notable moments from NYC's contentious mayoral debateNew York City’s mayoral candidates have duked it out in their first general election debate, with contenders Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa sparring over everything from the Israel-Hamas war to the city’s education system.
FEMA staff sound the alarm on disaster preparedness at rally in front of agency headquarters
Read full article: FEMA staff sound the alarm on disaster preparedness at rally in front of agency headquartersCurrent and former FEMA staff have gathered for a “FEMA Solidarity Rally” outside the agency's headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Friday.
With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with Trump
Read full article: With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with TrumpFive remaining universities have been weighing an offer from President Donald Trump to sign a “compact” for higher education.
Everything you need to know about early voting in Harris County
Read full article: Everything you need to know about early voting in Harris CountyEarly voting in Harris County begins Monday, Oct. 20, and runs through Friday, Oct. 31, giving residents nearly two weeks to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day on Nov. 4.
Obama, aiming to boost Democrats in New Jersey and Virginia, endorses Sherrill and Spanberger
Read full article: Obama, aiming to boost Democrats in New Jersey and Virginia, endorses Sherrill and SpanbergerBarack Obama has endorsed Democratic candidates Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger for governor in New Jersey and Virginia.
What to know about federal charges against former national security adviser John Bolton
Read full article: What to know about federal charges against former national security adviser John BoltonFormer national security adviser John Bolton has turned himself in to federal authorities in Maryland and pleaded not guilty after being indicted on charges of keeping top secret documents at his home and sharing classified information with family members.
Daniel Cameron banking on his name ID to overcome lackluster fundraising in Kentucky Senate race
Read full article: Daniel Cameron banking on his name ID to overcome lackluster fundraising in Kentucky Senate raceKentucky Senate candidate Daniel Cameron is banking on his familiarity with voters to overcome lackluster fundraising.
US has seized survivors after strike on suspected drug-carrying vessel in Caribbean, AP sources say
Read full article: US has seized survivors after strike on suspected drug-carrying vessel in Caribbean, AP sources sayThe U.S. has seized survivors after a strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean, the first since President Donald Trump began launching deadly attacks in the region this summer.