The federal government rolled out a longer, harder exam this month for aspiring Americans. Test your knowledge with our quiz. Read full story Author: Daniel Wu
On the rise in Germany, anti-immigrant populists reach out to Trump
The populist, anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany Party, labeled “extremist” by German authorities, wants to build closer ties to President Trump. Go to Source Author: Kate Brady
Republicans who once opposed Trump’s military impulses now lower their guard
The president’s talk of further escalating his campaign in Latin America nevertheless poses uncomfortable questions for some in Congress. Go to Source Author: Noah Robertson
Trump says he’s canceling trade negotiations with Canada over anti-tariff ad
President Trump claimed Canada “fraudulently used” an advertisement that featured audio from a 1987 radio address by President Ronald Reagan criticizing tariffs. Go to Source Author: Andrew Jeong
Lakers ‘unofficial coach’ allegedly traded info on LeBron James injury in NBA gambling scandal
Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Heat guard Terry Rozier are among more than 30 people charged in illegal betting schemes linked to the Mafia. Read full story Author: Richard …
Trump calls off San Francisco ‘surge,’ but East Bay braces for action as protests erupt
The president called off a planned ‘surge’ of federal forces to San Francisco, but East Bay officials said they were still preparing for immigration action. Read full story Author: Kevin …
Melanie Winter, who fought for embracing nature along the Los Angeles River, dies
Melanie Winter led efforts to embrace nature along the L.A. River, touting the potential for a restored river to heal the city’s relationship to water. She was 67. Read full …
Trump Says He’s Cutting Off Trade Negotiations With Canada
The president said his move, which again throws relations with one of the United States’ closest trading partners into turmoil, was motivated by an advertisement he deemed fraudulent. Go to …
Democrats Block Federal Worker Pay Bill as Shutdown Drags On
A Republican measure that would pay essential government employees faltered in the Senate, and the G.O.P. blocked a pair of Democratic bills to pay a broader swath of workers. Go …
Gold and silver coins stolen from French museum hours after Louvre heist
The theft of French crown jewels overshadowed the robbery of some $100,000 worth of historical coins from a museum dedicated to philosopher Denis Diderot. Go to Source Author: Tobi Raji, …
Putin says U.S. sanctions are ‘serious’ but won’t make Russia stop war
President Donald Trump’s sanctions against two of Russia’s largest oil companies come as the European Union passes its 19th package targeting the energy sector. Go to Source Author: Robyn Dixon, …
Pressure mounts for Trump to secure release of U.S. teen held by Israel
As Rubio visits Israel, family members and lawmakers push Trump to demand the return of 16-year-old Mohammed Ibrahim of Florida, detained eight months without trial. Go to Source Author: Cate …
Trump’s Sanctions on Russian Oil Sector Ratchet Up Economic War
After months of restraint, President Trump’s move to blacklist Lukoil and Rosneft will hit Russia where it hurts. Go to Source Author: Alan Rappeport https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
The U.S. and Europe Are Trying New Ways to Pressure Russia
For the first time in his second term, President Trump is imposing new sanctions, but they may not shift the course of Russia’s war in Ukraine. Go to Source Author: …
In ‘historic moment,’ King Charles prays with Pope Leo at Sistine Chapel
The royal visit to the Vatican marks the first time in nearly 500 years that a British monarch, head of the Anglican church, has prayed with a Roman Catholic pope. …
He tracked and posted videos of ICE raids in L.A. Now this TikTok streamer is in federal custody
Carlitos Ricardo Parias had been tracking ICE raids and posting videos of immigration operations on social media, gaining hundreds of thousands of followers on on TikTok. Immigration agents then looked …
Russia faces surprise setback with Trump’s new oil sanctions
President Donald Trump’s sanctions against Russia’s two biggest oil companies come as the European Union passes its 19th package targeting the energy sector. Go to Source Author: Robyn Dixon, Ellen …
Frustration grows over Trump bailout of Argentina
President Trump’s decision to bail out Argentina has sparked outrage among U.S. farmers struggling from the trade war with China. Go to Source Author: Natalie Allison, Abha Bhattarai, Riley Beggin
The Left’s Shutdown Power Play: Force GOP To Do Their Dirty Work
From the outset, the current government shutdown orchestrated by the Democratic Party has felt different out here in the hinterlands. Their “ask” does not seem remotely plausible, which has most …
What’s Conservative About Knocking Down the East Wing?
I’m trying to think what could be less conservative than knocking down much of the East Wing of the White House – formerly the People’s House – to make it …