Donald Trump reveals a new 'Golden Fleet' of US Navy warships named after himself, while the administration recalls ambassadors and halts windfarm projects. Get the latest on Monday's key US political stories.
President Trump has announced a new 'Golden Fleet' of 'Trump-class' battleships, claiming they will be 100 times more powerful than WWII vessels. The move aims to overhaul a fleet he has long criticised.
Texas officials arrest three men in a $14 million gift card fraud. They allegedly cloned cards from 10 stores daily. Learn how to protect yourself from this scam.
Analysis: Donald Trump's potential second-term agenda for Latin America, focusing on Venezuela and Cuba, suggests a dramatic revival of coercive US foreign policy. Read the full investigation.
Exclusive footage reveals US forces boarding a second oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying regional tensions. Discover the full story and geopolitical implications.
The US military has conducted a massive retaliatory strike against ISIS in Syria, hitting over 70 targets after three Americans were killed in an ambush. Read the latest on the operation and the new US-Syria alliance.
The US military has conducted extensive airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria, following a deadly attack on American personnel. Read the full details of the retaliation.
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes in Syria, retaliating for an ISIS attack that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Donald Trump refuses to rule out military action against Venezuela, citing stolen oil. A massive US naval force, including an aircraft carrier, is now deployed. Read the latest developments.
President Trump suspends the DV1 visa lottery after a suspect in Brown University and MIT killings entered the US through it. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announces immediate pause.
President Trump suspends the diversity visa programme following shootings at Brown University and MIT. The suspect entered the US via the lottery system. Read the latest.
President Trump orders suspension of the DV1 diversity visa lottery, used by the gunman in the Brown University and MIT killings. Full details on the case and policy implications.
The US suspends its diversity visa lottery after the suspect in the Brown and MIT shootings entered the country on the scheme. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem calls the suspect a 'heinous individual'.
President Trump suspends the diversity visa lottery programme, citing the suspect in the Brown and MIT shootings. Read the full story on the UK immigration policy implications.
TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to a joint venture led by Oracle and Silver Lake, concluding a long-running political battle over data security and foreign ownership. Read the full details.
Emily Hart, who visited all 50 US states, shares her top underrated destinations and the popular spots she finds overrated. Discover her travel hacks and journey from teacher to influencer.
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
A Kremlin envoy will meet US officials in Florida to discuss a Washington-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine, as EU leaders weigh a major loan for Kyiv. Read the latest.
President Trump declares a 'special warrior dividend' for 1.45 million active duty personnel. Read the full details of his year-end economic address and the political backdrop.
The US Senate has approved a record $901bn defence policy bill, including $800m for Ukraine and measures to bolster European security, sending it to President Trump for signature. Read the full analysis.
Hilda Ramirez Sanan, a legal US resident, files a $1m lawsuit against ICE after a violent detention with her children. Read the shocking details of the alleged assault.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have revealed their official 2025 Christmas card, featuring a warm photograph from their Balmoral visit. Discover the details and the charity it supports.
King Charles and Queen Camilla's 2024 Christmas card features a poignant photo from their Rome state visit, marking their 20th wedding anniversary. See the image and learn about the royal card tradition.
Bank of America offers the UK's best mobile credit card experience, a new study reveals. Find out which features won and how other major banks ranked.
The Trump administration has halted all immigration from 19 countries and targeted Somali communities, escalating its hardline stance. Follow our live blog for the latest developments and analysis.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 nations, expanding travel bans. The move follows a deadly attack on National Guard members. Read the full story.
Donald Trump announces a massive escalation of his deportation plan, targeting legal migrants and even citizens following the Washington DC shooting. Read the full details.
The Trump administration launches a full-scale review of green cards from 19 countries following a terror attack in Washington. Read the latest on the immigration security crackdown.
Katie Paul, 33, was handcuffed during routine immigration appointment in San Diego while holding her baby. Released after lawsuit and granted green card following public outcry.
A British mother was detained by ICE agents during her final Green Card interview in San Diego while cradling her infant son. Her American husband recounts the family's ordeal.