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.
The once-bustling San Francisco Centre, a former holiday hotspot, now sits nearly vacant. Explore the factors behind its dramatic decline and uncertain future.
Volkswagen pauses US sales of its electric ID. Buzz for 2026, citing a cooling EV market and disappointing sales. The rebooted model is now slated for a 2027 arrival. Read the full analysis.
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.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined hundreds at a vigil for victims of the Bondi Junction stabbing attack. The community gathered to honour the six lives lost, including hero security guard Faraz Tahir.
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.
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.
A man calling himself 'Mexican Spiderman' used a bowling ball to break a window, helping people flee a deadly shooting at a California mall. Read the full heroic story.
A shooting at Westfield Valley Fair mall in San Jose during Black Friday sales left three people injured. Police are searching for the suspect. Follow for live updates.
Three people shot at Westfield Valley Fair mall in California on Black Friday. Police confirm an isolated incident with no ongoing threat. Read the latest updates.
Two people were shot at a busy Bay Area shopping mall on Black Friday, prompting a full-scale police evacuation. Read the latest on this developing story.
Two people hospitalised after shooting at Westfield Valley Fair Mall during Black Friday shopping. Police investigation ongoing. Stay informed with latest updates.
JoJo Siwa shares worrying ambulance photo before performing her Christmas song. The 22-year-old recovered to play the Black Friday show. Read the full story.
A terrifying coyote attack near a San Diego shopping centre left two children with serious injuries. Learn the details and expert advice on preventing future wildlife encounters.
McDowell County to lose nearly a third of residents by 2040 as coal industry decline creates demographic crisis. Discover the grim future facing West Virginia's former mining heartlands.
Dillard's will shutter its Plano, Texas store by January 2026 as the shopping centre undergoes redevelopment. The closure affects 93 employees despite strong company sales.
Armed police have locked down Wolfchase Galleria Mall in Memphis after reports of a shooting. Witnesses heard multiple gunshots. Follow for live updates.
A controversial golden statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein has been reinstalled in Washington DC after being removed twice by federal agents. Discover the full story behind the provocative art piece.
San Francisco Centre Mall foreclosed for just £105 million after being valued at £950 million pre-pandemic. Crime and online shopping blamed for dramatic decline.
The iconic Westminster Mall in California announces permanent closure, marking the end of an era for local shoppers and leaving the community devastated by the loss of their beloved retail hub.