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A US government shutdown looms as talks stall: How would it unfold?

With Republicans and Democrats at an impasse over health care funding and Medicaid cuts, the US faces a looming government shutdown. Essential services like the military, Social Security, and air traffic control would continue, but thousands of federal employees could face unpaid furloughs, and key agencies, museums, and parks may close if no deal is reached

What are the charges against former FBI chief James Comey? What happens next?

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on two felony charges of lying to Congress and obstructing a congressional investigation. The indictment stems from his 2020 testimony about authorising leaks during the FBI’s 2016 investigations

James Comey indicted: Ex-FBI chief charged in stunning Trump probe twist

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted after being accused of making a false statement to the US Congress, as President Donald Trump continues with his crusade against his political rivals.

Trump warns of government shutdown as White House threatens mass federal firings

US President Donald Trump warned Thursday that a government shutdown was looming, as the White House raised the stakes in a clash with Democrats by threatening mass federal firings

What will be the impact of Trump’s $100,000 visa fee? 5,500 jobs each month

The Trump administration’s plan to impose a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas could cut 5,500 foreign work permits every month, hitting Indian tech professionals and US companies reliant on global talent. Experts warn the move may disrupt hiring and drive jobs offshore

New Trump plan: Pull visa and deport foreigners who trivialised Charlie Kirk murder

After Kirk's untimely demise, US officials said that they have been searching for public comments celebrating or joking about his death

Escalator-gate: Were UN ‘mishaps’ sabotage against Trump?

US President Donald Trump has accused the United Nations of 'triple sabotage' after a dramatic escalator stop, teleprompter failure, and an alleged sound issue disrupted his address. The UN denies foul play, blaming technical glitches and human error, but Trump insists the incidents were intentional and has called for a full investigation. Conspiracy theories also abound

Why is Jimmy Kimmel back on air, and why is Trump furious about it?

Jimmy Kimmel returned to ABC after a week-long suspension over comments about Charlie Kirk’s murder, sparking backlash from US President Donald Trump. Disney’s decision to reinstate the late-night host has triggered boycotts by affiliates, FCC threats, and legal tensions, as Trump hints at action against ABC

Could Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B fee cripple US hospitals, schools?

While the focus of Donald Trump’s new $100,000 fee for every new H-1B visa, is on tech firms like Amazon and Microsoft, the rule could devastate hospitals, universities, and research institutions that depend on foreign-trained doctors, nurses, and STEM talent to fill critical staffing gaps

Watch | Charlie Kirk's wife Erika says 'forgive' the shooter who killed her husband

Erika Kirk, the 36-year-old widow of slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, said she forgives the man accused of killing him, as she delivered a deeply religious speech at a memorial event Sunday for her deceased husband.

Did Trump's border czar take a $50,000 bribe?

Tom Homan, US President Donald Trump’s border czar, was caught on FBI video in 2024 allegedly accepting a $50,000 (Rs 44.10 lakh) cash bribe in exchange for promises to help secure future immigration-related contracts. The probe began under President Joe Biden but was shut down after Trump’s return to power

'US quickly turning into a banana republic': Trump stokes outcry by urging Pam Bondi to target rivals

Top Democratic leaders lashed out at the US President Donald Trump's administration after the American leader asked the Department of Justice to charge his enemies

'For Charlie': Trump, Musk reunite months after a public fallout at Kirk's funeral service

US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk met for the first time since their public fall-out at rightwing activist Charlie Kirk's memorial service in Arizona.

'American martyr': Trump honours Charlie Kirk at funeral service attended by thousands

Tens of thousands of people, including US President Donald Trump, attended the memorial service of rightwing activist Charlie Kirk in Arizona on Sunday.

How Charlie Kirk’s funeral will test US security like never before

Charlie Kirk’s funeral on September 21 at Arizona’s State Farm Stadium is set to be one of the most challenging security operations in US history. With President Donald Trump, top officials, and 63,000 attendees expected, authorities are bracing for massive crowds, potential protests, and unprecedented risks amid rising political violence

'We'd be in tremendous problem': Trump defends his tariffs again, boasts about his policies | Watch

US President Donald Trump once again defended his tariffs on foreign goods, insisting that they contribute significantly to the country's economy.

Trump publicly urges Department of Justice to take action against his enemies

US President Donald Trump publicly urged his Justice Department on Saturday to take action against his enemies, the latest in a series of moves that critics say have shattered the agency's traditional independence

'Needless affront': Trump asks Supreme Court to strip TPS from 300,000 Venezuelan migrants

US President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the country's Supreme Court for an emergency order allowing the stripping of legal protections from more than 300,000 Venezuelan migrants

Ice agents use teargas, pepper balls to remove protesters & lawmakers from its facility in Chicago

Federal law enforcement officers launched teargas and pepper balls against protesters and lawmakers demonstrating against ICE raids in Chicago

Trump signs order to impose $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa in his latest crackdown on immigration

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday that would impose a whopping $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, delivering a major blow to the country's tech industry, which relies heavily on foreign workers.

Explained: The $6.2 billion mega merger deal that was really behind Jimmy Kimmel's suspension

ABC’s suspension of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ wasn’t just about his remarks on Charlie Kirk’s murder. The move is deeply tied to a $6.2 billion mega merger involving Nexstar and Tegna amid intense Federal Communications Commission (FCC) scrutiny and political pressure from Trump-appointed chairman Brendan Carr

Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk's wife, appointed as CEO of Turning Point USA

Erika Kirk, the widow of rightwing activist Charlie Kirk, has been appointed as the new CEO and chair of the board for Turning Point USA.

'They only give me bad publicity': Trump threatens to cancel licence of TV networks critical of him

On Thursday, US President Donald Trump suggested that TV networks that cover him "negatively" could be punished by his administration

Why does Trump want to retake control of Afghanistan’s Bagram air base?

President Donald Trump says the US is 'trying to get back' Bagram air base in Afghanistan, abandoned during the 2021 withdrawal and now controlled by the Taliban. He argues the base is critical due to its location near China’s nuclear facilities, but experts warn reclaiming it would require massive resources

Trump UK visit: How the $204 billion US investment may help the British economy bounce back

US President Donald Trump’s second State visit to the UK featured lavish royal ceremonies, record US investments worth £150 billion, and the signing of a landmark Tech Prosperity Deal with PM Keir Starmer. While the visit brought pledges of thousands of jobs, differences over steel tariffs and immigration remain unresolved

Army helicopter with 4 soldiers aboard crashes in Washington state, triggering wildfire

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