Biden touts record of upholding democracy in farewell speech
Outgoing US President Joe Biden addressed the nation from the Oval Office one last time on Wednesday night ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. In his farewell, Biden talked up his…
Joe Biden confirms Israel and Hamas Gaza ceasefire deal
Joe Biden has said a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas will “halt the fighting in Gaza” and boost “much-needed” humanitarian assistance to Palestinians. In an address on Wednesday, the…
LA’s super rich paying for private fire trucks to protect homes
The BBC’s Emma Vardy visits a community outside the evacuation zone where some residents are not taking any chances.
What We Know About the Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Agreement
Negotiators from Israel and Hamas have agreed to a cease-fire in Gaza after more than 15 months of devastating war, officials said Wednesday. The Qatari prime minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman…
From snowy cities to Mexican border – Trump deportations loom
Mike Wendling/BBC News As light snow fell outside, worshippers gathered at Lincoln United Methodist Church in Chicago to pray and plan for what will happen when Donald Trump takes office…
Biden warns of dangers of oligarchy taking shape in US
Outgoing US President Joe Biden warned of the dangers of an oligarchy gaining power as he delivered his farewell address and brought a decades-long career in politics to an end.…
Pam Bondi: Attorney general nominee grilled on loyalty to Trump
Donald Trump’s nominee to be attorney general, Pam Bondi, said she would not use the US justice department to target people based on their politics during her confirmation hearing on…
US bans red dye No. 3 from food, candy and medicine
Getty Images The US has banned the use of a synthetic dye typically added to foods and beverages to give them a bright, cherry-red hue. Manufacturers will no longer be…
Drake drops legal action over Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us
Getty Images Rap superstar Drake is suing Universal Music Group (UMG) for defamation and harassment, over its release of the Kendrick Lamar diss track Not Like Us last year. The…
Hindenburg Research: US firm that accused Gautam Adani’s company of fraud shuts down
A US-based short-seller which had published reports accusing top financial entities in India and abroad of financial wrongdoings and fraud is set to shut down. Nate Anderson, the founder of…