The US has launched a sweeping new policy requiring facial biometric data from all noncitizens entering and leaving the country. The move aims to combat visa fraud and illegal immigration. Read the full details.
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with Nigerian intelligence support. Defence Secretary warns of more action. Read the latest.
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence contractors after a historic $10bn weapons sale to Taiwan, escalating US-China tensions. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian officials suggest American ground troops could follow Christmas Day airstrikes on ISIS targets, as debate rages over the religious framing of the conflict. Read the latest analysis.
US airstrikes targeted Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, a major escalation supporting Nigeria's overstretched military. Read the full analysis of the conflict and its roots.
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, launches legal battle against US visa sanctions and deportation threat from Trump administration. Read the full story.
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The US State Department has barred five European figures from entry, accusing them of coercing American tech firms to censor US viewpoints. Discover the implications for digital speech and transatlantic relations.
US motorists find relief as average petrol prices drop below $3 a gallon this December, the lowest festive season cost since 2020. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and the economic factors at play.
Across the United States, naturalised and native-born citizens are carrying passports daily due to fear of detention in immigration raids. Five individuals share their stories of living in a climate of heightened anxiety.
The Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats, a move critics call a purge of the professional foreign service. Read the full analysis of this unprecedented diplomatic reshuffle.
Donald Trump reveals a new 'Golden Fleet' of US Navy warships named after himself, while the administration recalls ambassadors and halts windfarm projects. Get the latest on Monday's key US political stories.
President Trump has announced a new 'Golden Fleet' of 'Trump-class' battleships, claiming they will be 100 times more powerful than WWII vessels. The move aims to overhaul a fleet he has long criticised.
Analysis: Donald Trump's potential second-term agenda for Latin America, focusing on Venezuela and Cuba, suggests a dramatic revival of coercive US foreign policy. Read the full investigation.
Exclusive footage reveals US forces boarding a second oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying regional tensions. Discover the full story and geopolitical implications.
The US military has conducted a massive retaliatory strike against ISIS in Syria, hitting over 70 targets after three Americans were killed in an ambush. Read the latest on the operation and the new US-Syria alliance.
The US military has conducted extensive airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria, following a deadly attack on American personnel. Read the full details of the retaliation.
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes in Syria, retaliating for an ISIS attack that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
A US Army Reserve lawyer serving as a temporary immigration judge was dismissed after a month for granting asylum at a high rate, clashing with the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda. Explore the implications for judicial independence.
Donald Trump refuses to rule out military action against Venezuela, citing stolen oil. A massive US naval force, including an aircraft carrier, is now deployed. Read the latest developments.
TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to a joint venture led by Oracle and Silver Lake, concluding a long-running political battle over data security and foreign ownership. Read the full details.
Emily Hart, who visited all 50 US states, shares her top underrated destinations and the popular spots she finds overrated. Discover her travel hacks and journey from teacher to influencer.
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
A Kremlin envoy will meet US officials in Florida to discuss a Washington-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine, as EU leaders weigh a major loan for Kyiv. Read the latest.
President Trump declares a 'special warrior dividend' for 1.45 million active duty personnel. Read the full details of his year-end economic address and the political backdrop.
The US Senate has approved a record $901bn defence policy bill, including $800m for Ukraine and measures to bolster European security, sending it to President Trump for signature. Read the full analysis.
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Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
A revolutionary shift in UK family court proceedings now places children's safety and testimony at the forefront when domestic violence is involved, marking a significant victory for young victims.
A suspected new Banksy piece, featuring a child holding a blowtorch next to a green military drone, was mysteriously removed from the Royal Courts of Justice walls hours after appearing, sparking outcry and claims of censorship.