The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. Read full story Author:
FEMA Cuts Disaster Aid, Leaving States Fending for Themselves
President Trump has said he wants to eventually shift the burden of disaster relief and recovery onto states. It’s already happening. Go to Source Author: Scott Dance https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
India Tiptoes Around Trump’s Latest Claims on Russian Oil Purchases
The government subtly rebuffed the president’s comments that it would stop buying Russian oil, as it tries to avoid a public fight and end a trade dispute with Washington. Go …
New English exam sidelines 6,000 truckers, testing U.S. supply chain
The Trump administration’s enforcement of English-proficiency tests for commercial truck drivers has led to about 6,000 drivers being pulled off the road. Read full story Author: Rachel Hatzipanagos
‘It broke me’: Inside the FBI hunt for the online predators who persuaded a 13-year-old to die
The suicide of a 13-year-old from Washington state set off a years-long global investigation to find an elusive online user called “White Tiger.” Read full story Author: William Wan
‘It broke me’: Inside the FBI hunt for the online predators who persuaded a 13-year-old to die
The suicide of a 13-year-old from Washington state set off a years-long global investigation to find an elusive online user called “White Tiger.” Read full story Author: William Wan
U.S. revoked at least six visas over Kirk comments, State Department says
“The United States has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans,” it said, adding that it continues to identify visa holders who have made such comments. Read …
Trump says India will stop buying Russian oil. New Delhi won’t confirm.
India has been the top purchaser of Russian seaborne crude oil since 2023. In August, Trump increased tariffs on India to 50 percent. Go to Source Author: Pranshu Verma
China’s Rare Earth Restrictions Aim to Beat U.S. at Its Own Game
Beijing’s latest effort to weaponize global supply chains is modeled on the American technology controls that it has long criticized. Go to Source Author: Ana Swanson and Meaghan Tobin https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
The Small Company in Europe Caught in the Big Trade War Between the U.S. and China
Nexperia, a computer chip maker headquartered in the Netherlands, was taken over by the Dutch government after pressure from officials in Washington. Go to Source Author: Meaghan Tobin and Xinyun …
Trump Considers Overhaul of Refugee System That Would Favor White People
The proposals would transform a program aimed at helping the most vulnerable people in the world into one that gives preference to mostly white people who say they are being …
Oval Office Becomes a Diorama of Power Dynamics as Trump Goes After Rivals
Top officials, unwilling to fight for the historical independence of their institutions, watched on Wednesday as President Trump continued his pursuit of controlling law enforcement. Go to Source Author: Glenn …
Diane Keaton’s family reveals her cause of death
Diane Keaton’s cause of death has come to light just days after the beloved “Annie Hall” and “First Wives Club” star died in Los Angeles at age 79. Read full …
I-5 may be shut down due to concerns over live-fire military event at Camp Pendleton
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is weighing whether to close parts of Interstate 5 beginning Friday amid concerns over what it says is a White House-directed plan to use live ordnance …
Man accused of maliciously igniting Palisades fire faces new charges, up to 45 years in prison
The man accused of intentionally igniting the devastating Palisades fire, which killed a dozen people, has been indicted on three felony charges and faces up to 45 years in prison, …
Trump says he has authorized covert CIA action in Venezuela
The CIA has surged personnel to the Caribbean and Central America as part of the Trump administration’s crackdown on drug cartels in the region, people familiar with the matter say. …
Bessent says bailout for Argentina will double to boost U.S. influence in region
The Trump administration is working to arrange private sector financing for Argentina that would double the total U.S. financial lifeline for the embattled Latin nation. Go to Source Author: Jacob …
Trump Administration Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action in Venezuela
The development comes as the U.S. military is drawing up options for President Trump to consider, including possible strikes inside the country. Go to Source Author: Julian E. Barnes and …
Dangerous ‘supershear’ earthquakes pose risk to California, new research suggests
Supershear earthquakes are more common than previously believed, some scientists say — carrying potentially profound risk for communities across California. Read full story Author: Rong-Gong Lin II
Rare October rains could push back L.A. fire season — but only so much
The rare heavy October rains could be good news on the L.A. fire front — at least for a while. Read full story Author: Hannah Fry