Republicans cancel spending bill, US government may have to shut down

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: Republicans have rejected a bipartisan spending bill that could trigger a government shutdown without a backup plan.

Türkiye hits back at Trump over Syria 'takeover'

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: Türkiye has called for Syria's new government to be removed from the terror list while rejecting allegations of its influence in...

US warns of Russia's possible recognition of North Korea's nuclear program

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: North Korea praised its effective alliance with Russia and condemned recent statements by the US and its allies about Pyongyang-Moscow relations.

US Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok ban case

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: The US Supreme Court has accepted TikTok's lawsuit and scheduled it for hearing before the social network is banned in the...

US has critical bird flu case, California declares state of emergency

Dec 19, 2024

California [US], December 19: The US recorded a case of bird flu in a patient with critical condition, while the state of California declared a...

Defense bill passes Congress despite transgender provision

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: The U.S. Senate voted overwhelmingly for an $895 billion bill setting policy for the Pentagon on Wednesday, despite the inclusion of...

Congress to vote on new restrictions on US investment in China

Dec 19, 2024

Washington [US], December 19: The U.S. Congress is set to vote in the coming days on legislation restricting U.S. investments in China as part of...

World Bank approves $2 billion for Ukraine

Dec 19, 2024

Kyiv [Ukraine], December 19: The World Bank said on Wednesday its executive board approved $2.05 billion in Development Policy Operation funding for Ukraine that includes...

Ring of Fire means earthquake a common occurrence in Vanuatu

Dec 19, 2024

Port-Vila [Vanuatu Islands], December 19: A major earthquake has struck Vanuatu, causing major damage across its capital city.