2025 Climate Litigation: Big Oil's Courtroom Battles
As Trump boosts fossil fuels, US courts saw a surge in climate accountability lawsuits against Big Oil in 2025. Explore the key wins, novel cases, and the fight for a liability shield.
As Trump boosts fossil fuels, US courts saw a surge in climate accountability lawsuits against Big Oil in 2025. Explore the key wins, novel cases, and the fight for a liability shield.
A wave of climate accountability lawsuits surged in US courts in 2025. Explore the key trends, from novel legal strategies to industry efforts to secure immunity, and what to watch in 2026.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has extended an olive branch to the US, proposing serious negotiations on drug trafficking and offering American firms access to Venezuelan oil. Read the full analysis.
US unemployment benefit applications fell to 199,000 last week, signalling a robust labour market despite broader economic headwinds. Read the full analysis.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
US Central Command confirms at least seven ISIS operatives killed and a dozen captured in Syria following retaliatory missions for a deadly December ambush that killed two American soldiers.
West African nations Mali and Burkina Faso have banned US nationals in a tit-for-tat move following President Trump's travel restrictions. Read the latest on this diplomatic escalation.
President Trump's revived Monroe Doctrine reshapes US policy in the Americas, prioritising unilateral action over alliances. Explore the strategic implications and potential consequences.
A detailed review of Donald Trump's tumultuous first year back in the Oval Office, from controversial pardons and tariffs to White House renovations and global diplomacy shocks.
A detailed recap of Donald Trump's tumultuous first year back in the Oval Office, from controversial pardons and tariffs to White House renovations and global diplomacy shocks.
President Trump confirms a CIA-led drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility used for drug trafficking, marking a significant escalation in US operations.
President Trump states US military struck a 'big facility' in Venezuela, marking a potential major escalation. Read the latest details and analysis.
President Trump claims a significant military strike in Venezuela, marking a potential major escalation in the conflict. Get the latest details and analysis on the unfolding situation.
President Donald Trump has confirmed the US targeted a major facility in Venezuela. Get the latest breaking news on this significant military escalation.
International visitors face a new $100 fee for US National Parks from 2026. Learn how to secure the current annual pass price before the deadline and plan your trip.
Contrary to Trump's claims, US supermarket prices are rising. Economists warn the full force of 2025's record tariffs may yet hit in 2026. Read the analysis.
Millions of US workers will see pay rises in 2026 as 22 states increase minimum wage. Experts warn inflation may offset gains. Full state list and analysis inside.
A senior US Republican defends recent military strikes in Nigeria and Syria, calling them a consistent policy to combat Islamic State extremism. Read the full analysis.
Greenville, South Carolina, once a modest Southern city, is now a top 50 fastest-growing US metro. Discover why its mix of affordability, jobs, and lifestyle is driving a property boom.
Exclusive analysis of the controversial US drone strikes in Nigeria authorised by President Trump. We examine the 'Crusader' rhetoric, the targets, and the global implications. Read the full report.
Google's 2025 Year in Search reveals Charlie Kirk as the top US trend after his assassination, with Trump's bill, AI, and viral memes defining the year. Discover the full list.
The US has pledged further action against ISIS in Nigeria following Christmas Day strikes. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned militants 'more to come' after coordinated attacks with Abuja.
Explore The Guardian's powerful collection of the best photographs from 2025, documenting a pivotal year in American life, culture, and society. See the stories behind the images.
The US House of Representatives saw a record-breaking wave of censure attempts in 2025, from insults to Trump to Epstein texts. Explore the political battles that defined the year.
King Charles and Prince William are set for separate US trips in 2026, aiming to woo President Donald Trump during key events and crucial trade deal talks. Read the full story.
Columnist Brian Reade delivers his verdict on a tumultuous 2025, from Donald Trump's global impact to UK political shifts and unforgettable cultural moments.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly planning separate trips to the United States in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence and ongoing UK-US trade talks.
King Charles and Prince William are set for separate US visits next year in a diplomatic push to strengthen UK-US ties and accelerate a stalled £31bn trade deal ahead of key elections. Read the full story.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly planning separate US trips in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence and crucial UK-US trade negotiations. Read the latest details.