US & Canada

More in US & Canada

California Primary Vote Counts Continue as Key Races Remain Too Close to Call

Key California primary races, including governor and LA mayor, remain too close to call days after polls closed. Experts expect counting to continue, with many uncounted votes likely favoring Democrats. Controversy surrounds the process amid claims of election irregularities.

4 min read

Red States Rebrand June to Promote Conservative Family Values Amid Pride Month

Republican-led states rebrand June with conservative themes like 'nuclear family month' and 'fidelity month' in response to LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations, sparking community responses and ongoing debates over family values and visibility.

5 min read

Senate Republicans Approve $70B Immigration Enforcement Funding in Vote-a-Rama

Senate Republicans approved nearly $70B for immigration enforcement after an 18-hour vote-a-rama, narrowly defeating efforts to block Trump's $1.8B fund for allies amid ongoing political tensions.

6 min read

US Actor James Handy Fatally Stabbed; Girlfriend's Son Arrested

James Handy, known for roles in Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, was fatally stabbed at his LA home. His girlfriend's son, Michael Gledhill, was arrested. Handy's career spanned six decades with many TV and film credits.

3 min read

House Republicans Defy Trump to Approve Ukraine Aid Bill

The US House approved the Ukraine Support Act with bipartisan support, defying Trump. Zelensky called for direct talks with Putin amid stalled ceasefire efforts and recent drone attacks near St Petersburg.

3 min read

John Bolton to Plead Guilty in Classified Documents Case, Sources Say

John Bolton, former Trump national security advisor, is set to plead guilty to one count in a classified documents case and pay a $2.25m fine, sources say.

3 min read

Trump Condemns 'Unpatriotic' Vote After House Rebukes Him on Iran War

President Trump criticized lawmakers as 'unpatriotic' after the House passed a measure to limit his war powers amid the Iran conflict. The vote, supported by some Republicans and Democrats, signals congressional opposition to ongoing military actions and raises political tensions.

4 min read

US House Passes Resolution to Stop Iran War, Challenging Trump

The US House passed a resolution to stop further military action in Iran, with bipartisan support challenging President Trump's war powers amid ongoing conflict and negotiations.

2 min read

Trump’s Pick for Intelligence Chief Casts Doubt on Section 702 Renewal

Bill Pulte’s appointment as acting director of national intelligence raises doubts about renewing section 702 of FISA, a key surveillance program set to expire June 12. Democrats and some Republicans express concern over his lack of experience and potential political misuse.

4 min read

Trump's DOJ Ends Controversial $1.8bn 'Anti-Weaponisation' Fund Amid GOP Backlash

President Trump's $1.8bn DOJ fund to compensate political allies was scrapped after bipartisan backlash, with Republicans and Democrats opposing payouts to Jan 6 rioters and tax audit protections for Trump.

6 min read

Uber Reveals Wildest Lost Items from Butterflies to Breast Milk

Uber's annual Lost and Found Index reveals bizarre forgotten items like butterflies and breast milk, highlights New York as the most forgetful city, and introduces a new nationwide lost item reporting system.

2 min read

Judge Holds Secret Hearing in Luigi Mangione Case Despite Media Objections

Judge Gregory Carro held a sealed hearing in the Luigi Mangione case despite media objections, denying press access and explanation for the secrecy.

3 min read