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Trump administration opens investigation into Harvard’s visa program eligibility
The US Department of State announced that it is opening an investigation into Harvard's eligibility as a sponsor for the Exchange Visitor Program, marking US President Donald Trump's latest escalation against the Ivy League institution.
Was Hillary Clinton on tranquilisers during the 2016 campaign? What is the truth?
A newly declassified intelligence report, unveiled by Tulsi Gabbard, alleges that Hillary Clinton was using heavy tranquilisers and suffering emotional instability during the 2016 campaign. With claims of withheld Russian intel and internal Democratic concerns over her health, the report brings into question possible cover-ups during the elections
Amid feud with Fed chair Powell, Trump to visit US central bank: Intimidation tactic?
Trump has lambasted Powell repeatedly for not cutting US interest rates more aggressively, calling him a "numbskull" on Tuesday and musing publicly about firing him
Idaho killer sent to prison for life: What we still don't know about the murder of 4 college students
The 2022 murder of four University of Idaho students shocked the United States. Now, nearly three years later, suspect Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to the brutal stabbings, has been sentenced to life in prison. However, many questions remain unanswered — especially the biggest one: Why did he commit the crime?
Tulsi Gabbard alleges Obama 'manufactured' intel on Russian plot in 2016 polls, but critics question her report
US Director National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard claims that former US President Barack Obama and his team manufactured intelligence on Russian interference in 2016 polls. However, critics are questioning her assertion.
3 Trump moves that give away his distraction strategy to divert attention from Epstein files
While US President Donald Trump is navigating the backlash over the Epstein Files, here are three tactics he is deploying to divert attention from the brewing scandal
Can you now legally bet on the next US president and make money?
Polymarket, the world’s largest crypto-based prediction platform, is re-entering the US legally after acquiring a licensed derivatives exchange. With federal investigations dropped and regulators signalling approval, Americans may now be able to bet on political outcomes — like the next US President — through a regulated framework
Did FBI overlook key evidence in Hillary Clinton’s emails in 2016?
A newly declassified US Justice Department document alleges the FBI, under James Comey, failed to fully investigate Hillary Clinton’s private email server use during her time as US Secretary of State. Critical evidence — such as a thumb drive containing sensitive government data — was never reviewed. This has revived questions over whether the probe was politically compromised ahead of the 2016 election
Who was Papa Jake Larson, the 102-year-old WWII hero and TikTok star who inspired millions?
Jake 'Papa Jake' Larson, a decorated World War II veteran and D-Day survivor who became a TikTok sensation in his 90s, has died at 102. From storming Omaha Beach in 1944 to sharing wartime stories with 1.2 million followers online, Larson’s extraordinary life bridged generations and preserved the memory of one of history’s most pivotal eras
Can Trump really prosecute Obama over the 2016 Russia probe?
US President Trump has endorsed calls by intel chief Tulsi Gabbard to prosecute Barack Obama and top officials over allegations they orchestrated a 'treasonous conspiracy' during the 2016 election. With newly declassified documents and escalating rhetoric, Gabbard claims a 'years-long coup' was orchestrated from the top
Another Hegseth aide exits Pentagon, sixth top official departure in first 6 months
Another senior aide of US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth is quitting the Pentagon, making him the sixth top official to exit in Hegseth's first six months in the Department of Defence
White House mulls inspection of Federal Reserve HQ as Trump vs Powell feud intensifies
The White House budget director, Russell Vought, told reporters that the administration wanted to have an on-site inspection of the Fed’s troubled $2.5bn building renovations amid a feud between US President Donald Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Trump sues media mogul Murdoch and Wall Street Journal over Jeffrey Epstein scandal
The defamation lawsuit, filed in federal court in Miami, saw the 79-year-old Republican hitting back at a scandal threatening to cause serious political damage
Trump administration allows ICE to gain access to medicaid data to find illegal immigrants: Report
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will be given access to the personal data of the nation’s 79 million Medicaid enrollees, including home addresses and ethnicities, to track down immigrants who may not be living legally in the United States
White House says Trump diagnosed with chronic vein condition amid speculations over his swollen legs
The White House on Thursday announced that US President Donald Trump had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. The condition occurs when veins have trouble moving blood back to the heart
In a win for Trump, US House passes three landmark cryptocurrency bills
Lawmakers easily approved the CLARITY Act, which aims to establish a clearer regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.
Trump lashes out at his Maga supporters over Epstein Files scandal, calls them 'weaklings'
US President Donald Trump slammed his Maga supporters who are questioning his administration over the Epstein Files. He described his base as "weaklings", calling the whole client list saga a "hoax"
'Bondi doing fantastic job': Trump slams Maga dissenters for targeting his 'boys and girls' over Epstein files
US President Donald Trump defended his Attorney General Pam Bondi, insisting that 'no one cares' about the infamous Epstein Files. Trump's support came at a time when some of his MAGA allies are questioning AG's handling of the case
Trump lands in flood-ravaged Texas as authorities face scrutiny over disaster response
President Donald Trump arrived in Texas on Friday to survey the damage caused by flash flooding and to meet with local officials, first responders and relatives of some of the 120 people killed in the July 4 disaster
US State Department to lay off over 1,300 employees in major Trump-era reorganisation plan
The US State Department is firing more than 1,300 employees on Friday in line with a dramatic reorganisation plan from the Trump administration that critics say will damage America's global leadership and efforts to counter threats abroad
US State Department to cut 15% of its domestic staff in latest round of layoffs
In a controversial memo, the US Department of State announced that it plans to cut nearly 15 per cent of its domestic staff, aligning with President Donald Trump's 'America First' vision.
Citing ‘irreparable harm’, judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order again
A federal judge on Thursday has again barred Trump administration from enforcing his executive order limiting birthright citizenship nationwide after the US Supreme Court restricted the ability of judges to block his policies using nationwide injunctions.
Who after Jerome Powell? Two Kevins heat up US Fed chair race— one from Trump’s inner circle
Two Republicans are vying for the top chair at the Federal Reserve. Kevin Hassett, a Ph.D. economist who worked at the Fed in the 1990s, is a part of Trump's inner circle.Kevin Warsh, former adviser to President George W. Bush, is also in the race
Will charge Bangladesh tariff of 'only 35%': What Trump said in letter to Yunus
In the letter, dated July 7, Trump cites a persistent trade deficit and what he describes as Bangladesh’s “Tariff, and Non Tariff, Policies and Trade Barriers” as justification for the move
‘Sold at 12, mother by 15’: America’s hidden shame, child brides the law still fails to protect
In a thought-provoking conversation with Firstpost's Bhagyasree Sengupta, survivor Kate Yang exposes the ongoing crisis of child marriage in the US, where outdated laws still fail to protect vulnerable girls from abuse, trauma, and stolen childhoods—even after a quarter of the 21st century.
Epstein Files: DoJ & FBI conclude that the sex offender has no client list, died by suicide
US President Donald Trump's DoJ and FBI concluded that they found no evidence that sex offender Jeffrey Epstein had a 'client list,' also confirming that the British financier died by suicide.
Democrats claim Pentagon boss Hegesth paused military aid to Ukraine by falsely citing weapon shortages
While Ukraine seeks clarity on the halt of weapon shipments from the US, Democrats argued that Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth paused military aid by falsely citing weapon shortages
Parade pageantry and public protests: How US celebrated the 4th of July
Patriotic pageantry and public protests marked the 249th anniversary of the independence of the United States as Trump signed the controversial spending bill into law.
Trump's tariff war with China spoils US's firework festivals this 4th of July, sellers warn of worse in 2026
The Fourth of July fireworks will be more expensive as US President Donald Trump's trade war with China causes headaches for companies supplying fireworks for today's celebration. Sellers warned that things will be much worse next year
Death toll in Texas flash floods rises to 13, 23 girls from summer camp missing
The death toll in the 'catastrophic' Texas flash floods rose from 9 to 13, with authorities noting that over 20 girls from summer camps are still missing