US Minimum Wage Rises in 22 States for 2026
Millions of US workers will see pay rises in 2026 as 22 states increase minimum wage. Experts warn inflation may offset gains. Full state list and analysis inside.
Millions of US workers will see pay rises in 2026 as 22 states increase minimum wage. Experts warn inflation may offset gains. Full state list and analysis inside.
Former US President Donald Trump says his Ukraine peace plan is advancing following a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Read the latest on the diplomatic developments.
The Trump administration has announced major new immigration rules and economic policies, sparking immediate debate. Discover the key details and potential impacts here.
A 34-year-old man was killed and three others wounded after gunmen opened fire on a Lamborghini SUV in Chicago. The incident was part of a weekend of mass shootings across the US. Read the latest details.
A senior US Republican defends recent military strikes in Nigeria and Syria, calling them a consistent policy to combat Islamic State extremism. Read the full analysis.
Greenville, South Carolina, once a modest Southern city, is now a top 50 fastest-growing US metro. Discover why its mix of affordability, jobs, and lifestyle is driving a property boom.
Exclusive analysis of the controversial US drone strikes in Nigeria authorised by President Trump. We examine the 'Crusader' rhetoric, the targets, and the global implications. Read the full report.
Newly released US Justice Department documents detail the systematic, routine abuse of minors by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, revealing how victims were treated as commodities.
AUKUS critic warns Australia becomes a nuclear target under the submarine deal, as polls show rising public support. Explore the $368bn pact's risks and implications.
Exclusive polling reveals a stark divide among US voters on continued involvement in Russia-Ukraine negotiations ahead of Trump's critical meeting with Zelenskyy. Discover the data.
President Trump's assertive foreign policy, mirroring the 1823 Monroe Doctrine, redefines US influence in Latin America and challenges rivals like China. Discover the strategic shift.
The US has pledged further action against ISIS in Nigeria following Christmas Day strikes. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned militants 'more to come' after coordinated attacks with Abuja.
The US House of Representatives saw a record-breaking wave of censure attempts in 2025, from insults to Trump to Epstein texts. Explore the political battles that defined the year.
King Charles and Prince William are set for separate US trips in 2026, aiming to woo President Donald Trump during key events and crucial trade deal talks. Read the full story.
The Pacific nation of Palau will accept up to 75 migrants from the US under a new $7.5m deal. The move comes as the Trump administration accelerates its deportation campaign.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly planning separate trips to the United States in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence and ongoing UK-US trade talks.
King Charles and Prince William are set for separate US visits next year in a diplomatic push to strengthen UK-US ties and accelerate a stalled £31bn trade deal ahead of key elections. Read the full story.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly planning separate US trips in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence and crucial UK-US trade negotiations. Read the latest details.
President Trump promotes Mora Namdar, a former Project 2025 author, to a key State Department role overseeing US visa approvals and passport issuance. Discover the implications for immigration policy.
The US has launched a sweeping new policy requiring facial biometric data from all noncitizens entering and leaving the country. The move aims to combat visa fraud and illegal immigration. Read the full details.
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with Nigerian intelligence support. Defence Secretary warns of more action. Read the latest.
Every Sunday, protesters gather at the notorious 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre in Florida's Everglades, demanding its closure and highlighting alleged human rights abuses. Meet the people behind the growing movement.
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence contractors after a historic $10bn weapons sale to Taiwan, escalating US-China tensions. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian officials suggest American ground troops could follow Christmas Day airstrikes on ISIS targets, as debate rages over the religious framing of the conflict. Read the latest analysis.
US airstrikes targeted Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, a major escalation supporting Nigeria's overstretched military. Read the full analysis of the conflict and its roots.
A family's arduous journey to the US ends in a return to Venezuela for Christmas, highlighting a growing trend of reverse migration amid shifting US policies. Read their story.
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, launches legal battle against US visa sanctions and deportation threat from Trump administration. Read the full story.
As the US turns away under Trump, the post-war rules-based global order faces a profound crisis of legitimacy. Experts warn of a descent into international disorder.
The Trump administration has announced a series of significant executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate legal and political challenges. Discover the key details and potential impacts.
Donald Trump's push to seize Venezuelan oil is part of a wider 'resource imperialism' doctrine, critics warn, drawing parallels with the Iraq war. Read the full analysis.