Vance and Rubio diverge on Iran as both emerge as 2028 contenders Their distinct backgrounds and policy experiences have led them down separate paths The Independent UK · Jun 30
Three Americans dead in Venezuela earthquakes as hopes of finding more survivors fade The US State Department said 12 American nationals remain missing The Independent UK · Jun 30
Trump's White House Allegedly Rebuilt Federal Websites Quietly With Hidden Visitor Tracking Tools An investigation raises privacy concerns over federal websites developed by the National Design Studio, alleging use of tracking technology without proper transparency. International Business Times UK · Jun 30
Venezuela’s opposition leader in exile says she will do ‘whatever it takes’ to return to help earthquake victims Machado, currently in Panama, accuses Venezuelan government of blocking her attempt to return The Independent UK · Jun 30
U.S. Boots on the Ground in Venezuela as Massive Earthquake Relief Mission Expands For the first time in years, U.S. military personnel are operating on Venezuelan soil as part of a large-scale humanitarian mission following the twin earthquakes that devastated the South American nation, marking an extraordinary moment in relations between Washington and Caracas. Latin Times · Jun 29
Trump's New Passport Isn't for Everyone: Why Most Americans Won't Be Able to Get One Trump's commemorative US passport, featuring his portrait, is limited to a small release, sparking debate over its design and accessibility amid America250 celebrations International Business Times UK · Jun 29
A Step Too Far? Fury as Donald Trump Plasters his Own Face and Signature Onto Official New US Passport A new passport design featuring Trump's image has sparked controversy, highlighting ideological divides over national identity as the US approaches its 250th anniversary. International Business Times UK · Jun 29
Senators Move to Block Trump's Face from US Passports, Calling It 'Anti-Democratic' and a 'Waste of Taxpayer Money' US senators urge the State Department to halt plans for limited-edition passports marking USA's 250th anniversary featuring Trump's image, citing concerns over precedent and taxpayer costs.{P International Business Times UK · Jun 28
Trump Becomes First Living President Featured on a US Passport as New Design Sparks Debate Donald Trump's limited-edition passport, featuring his image and a controversial message, has sparked debate over its symbolism and appropriateness. International Business Times UK · Jun 28
Trump’s new passport design of him looming in front of Declaration of Independence draws horrified reactions The special-edition document marks the first time a living president has appeared on a U.S. passport The Independent UK · Jun 27
U.S. Rushes Elite Rescuers, Starlink Terminals, and Warships Into Venezuela's Disaster Zone The U.S. pledges $150M, warships, rescue teams and Starlink terminals to quake-hit Venezuela in its biggest relief push since USAID closed. Latin Times · Jun 27
China's AI Surge Is Testing America's Strategy to Win the Global Tech Race: Report If Chinese AI models are widely available, inexpensive, and easy to deploy, they could become the preferred choice for governments and businesses worldwide, leaping over the U.S., according to a new report. International Business Times · Jun 26
JD Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel US-Iran war: Divergent remarks from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding Israel's military actions in Lebanon and the U.S.-Iran deal reveal rifts within the Trump administration. While Vance condemned the Israeli bombings, Rubio supported them, showcasing their contrasting foreign policy approaches. This clash offers insights… The Economic Times · Jun 26
Trump Scores Major Supreme Court Victory as Judges Clear Plan to End Protective Status for Syrian and Haitian Migrants The US Supreme Court ruled to allow the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for over 350,000 Haitians and Syrians, affecting their legal status and employment in the US. International Business Times UK · Jun 25
Euronews · Jun 25 US Supreme Court clears way for mass deportations of Haitians and Syrians The 6-3 ruling hands Donald Trump a sweeping victory on immigration, stripping legal protections from hundreds of thousands of people the State Department warns would be returning to dangerous countries.
The Independent UK · Jun 25 Blood, Sweat & Tears lead singer David Clayton-Thomas dies at 84 Clayton-Thomas died ‘peacefully’ on Wednesday in Toronto
The Economic Times · Jun 25 Israel, Lebanon deny that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon Senior Israeli and Lebanese officials have refuted claims of an Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, contradicting a U.S. official's statement about a "good faith gesture." While discussions continue on a U.S.-backed proposal for Lebanon's military to take control of parts of the territory, on-the-ground reports indicate Israeli forces are…
Latin Times · Jun 23 Court Filing Suggests DHS Moved to End Haiti TPS Before Reviewing Country Conditions, Plaintiffs Claim A newly surfaced court filing is drawing fresh scrutiny to the Trump administration's decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti, with attorneys arguing that Homeland Security officials decided to end protections before completing the legally required review of conditions in the Caribbean nation.
Salon · Jun 23 Trump is defying Congress on foreign aid Congress gave orders to Trump officials on foreign aid spending, but officials have largely refused
The Independent UK · Jun 22 George Washington letter accepting British surrender to go on display for the first time The letter set in motion the negotiations that led to the 1783 Treaty of Paris, when Britain formally recognised the independence of the United States
inkl · Jun 22 From 25% to 50%: How Passport Ownership Doubled Since 2006 (and What 2026 Data Reveals) The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative changed everything. Today, nearly 170 million U.S. passport documents are in circulation, yet a surprisingly large share of Americans still do not have one.
Latin Times · Jun 18 Haiti TPS Termination Challenged Over Claims Noem Terminated Protections Without Mandatory State Dept. Input Newly unsealed emails reveal a USCIS official admitted former Secretary Kristi Noem elected to terminate protections without a State Department recommendation regarding Haiti's conditions
France 24 · Jun 18 Iran deal is 'a major setback for the United States', ex-adviser to State Department says In an interview with FRANCE 24, Vali Nasr, professor of Middle East studies at Johns Hopkins University and former adviser to the US State Department, explained that "the war is ending in Iran's favour" and that "the outcome is definitely not favourable to Israel". "It's very difficult not to see…
France 24 · Jun 12 US flight carrying deported migrants lands in Central African Republic The first plane carrying Iranian, Afghan, Turkish and Georgian migrants deported from the United States arrived in Bangui in the Central African Republic on Friday evening as part of a controversial US programme to send undocumented foreigners – some of whom have legal protections – to third countries. The Central…
The Times of India · Jun 11 US diplomat found dead in Myanmar hotel, Thai woman detained: 'Out of respect...' An American official was mysteriously found dead in a hotel in Myanmar and a Thai woman was detained by the local police in connection with the investigation. Though the incident took place a few weeks ago, the State Department has now confirmed the death and said it won't reveal any…