Sheinbaum Forced to Rule Out US Military in Mexico
A Trump statement of his willingness to send US troops into Mexico to stop drug traffickers forced Mexico's president to deny that Mexico would accept ...
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Justice Department Challenges California's Mask Ban
A California law banning face masks for both local and federal authorities has become the next legal battleground for Trump's migrant deportation campaign.
Epstein File Release Vote Set for Tuesday
Dozens of GOP defectors in the House had already ensured that Epstein files would be released by the time Trump posted to say he supported ...
Ukraine Developed 8 Weapons to Strike Deep into Russia
Long-range missiles, cruise missiles, a drone missile and drones have been developed to attack Russian oil infrastructure and military storage facilities.
Japan Seeks to De-Escalate Tensions with China
Japan tries to tamp down China's heated reaction to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comment regarding Japan's possible response to a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
Japanese Grooming, Dressing Rules Fall to Labor Shortage
The difficulty of finding young workers is forcing Japanese retailers to relax rules on dyed hair, brightly-colored nails, piercings and heavy makeup.
China Sails Through Japan-Administered Islands
A Chinese Coast Guard ship turned up the temperature in the South China Sea in a response to Takaichi's declaration on a military response in ...
Epstein Likely to Haunt Midterm Elections
The bruising fight over release of FBI Epstein files combined with drip-drip leaks about Trump's links to the illicit-sex operations tatters Trump's coattails beyond the ...
Space Drama to Keep Chinese Space Station Operational
Docking damage to the Shenzhou-20 requires Shenzhou-22 to be sent up 6 months prematurely to keep Tiangong space station operational.
Toymakers Chase Labubu's Blind Box Craze
The incomprehensible level of excitement and loyalty that Hong Kong toymaker Pop Mart has generated with its Labubu dolls is resulting in a wave of ...
Only 29% Support Military Killing Drug Traffickers
Most Americans are uneasy with the idea of using military assets to kill drug traffickers without a judicial reivew or a Congressional declaration of war.
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cuts Russian Oil Exports
Global oil prices rose 2% as Russian shipments have stopped from the major Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
US, S. Korea Conclude Comprehensive Deal
A deal encompassing tariffs, $350 bilion in Korean investments in the US and the building of a nuclear submarine has been finalized said S. Korean ...
Most of 50,000 New Federal Hires for ICE
Trump's focus on adding agents for mass deportations accounted for most of the 50,000 new federal employees hired since he took office.
THC Drinks Banned by Reopening Deal
A provision to ban sale of drinks containing more than 0.4mg of THC within 1 year was slipped into the deal to end the government ...
Blue Origin's New Glenn Sticks Landing
The massive New Glenn succeeded in launching a Mars satellite and landing a reusable rocket booster, poising the Bezos firm as SpaceX's first real competitor ...
S. Korea Grounds Flights for English Comprehension Test
As 500,000 Korean students sat for the national exam for college admissions, flights were grounded during the 35-minute listening comprehension portion of the English test.
Longest Shutdown in History Ends
A House vote of 222-209 passed a temporary funding legislation that was signed into law by Trump Wednesday after a 43-day shutdown.
Japan's Muscle Girls Challenge Beauty Norms
A Tokyo bar staffed by female body builders finds a following of male customers and tourists looking for a change from the usual willowy beauties.
Flight Cancellations Plunge As ATCs Return to Work
The impending end of the federal government shutdown is inducing more air traffic controllers and TSA security personnel to return to work, reducing the need ...
Devastating Epstein Emails Released by Dems
Emails from 2011 and 2019 indicate that Trump knew about activity with underage girls and spent hours with one.
Valuence Displays Original Birkin Bag After $10 Mil. Purchase
The Japanese second-hand luxury retailer founded by Shinsuke Sakamoto sees the purchase as an investment in its core business concept.
Takaichi's Hawkish Taiwan Talk Draws China Media Fire
A statement by Japan's new prime minister that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would amount to an existential threat for Japan draws ugly commentary from ...
House Members Return to DC to End Government Shutdown
The longest shutdown of the US government in history, now entering it's 8th week, is set to end with a House vote followed by Trump ...
Migrants Get Foul Water, Rotten Food in Biggest Detention Center
US Rep. Veronica Escobar wrote to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem that conditions at the Fort Bliss tent city hadn't improved since soon after it opened ...
Chinese $5-Billion Ponzi Mastermiind Nabbed in London
Qian Zhimin masterminded a massive ponzi scheme in China that netted over $5 billion and had $6 billion worth of bitcoin when caught and charged ...
'In Your Dreams' Delivers Laughs, Love, and Subtle AAPI Representation
Netflix's latest animated feature is primarily focused on telling a hilarious and heartfelt story, all while normalizing AAPI characters.
China Commissions 3rd Aircraft Carrier
The Fujian is more modern and poses a greater threat than its two predecessors by being able to launch state-of-the-art stealth fighters.
US-S. Korea Deal Held Up by Nuclear Submarine
S. Korea's plan to secure US approval for its nuclear submarine holds up a deal that combines trade and security issues.
China's Singles Day Dwarfs Cyberweek in Total Sales
The 3 days from November 9 through 11 is likely to generate over $200 billion in sales, about 5 times as much at the US ...
Supreme Court Refuses to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage Right
The 6-3 conservative majority wasn't willing to overturn the 2015 ruling recognizing Constitutional protection for same-sex marriage.
Senate Advances Bill to End Shutdown
A handful of Democrats joined Republicans in a temporary government funding bill on a promise to hold a vote in December on extending healthcare subsidies.
Thanksgiving Air Travel May Fall to a Trickle
Rising attrition among air traffic controllers and fatigue among those staying on the job will force drastic flight cuts if the shutdown continues.
Mamdani Divided New York Jews
Once considered a solidly unified voting block, election polling revealed that a third of New York Jews backed the winning mayoral candidate who happens to ...
US to Shun G-20 Summit for Alleged Anti-White Racism
The US won't send a delegation to the annual conference of developed nations because it's being held in South Africa, a nation that Trump claims, ...
Cornell Research Funds Restored After Watered-Down Deal
Cornell University gets $250 million in research grants restored after agreeing to abide by Trump demands which watered down control of admission and curriculum.
Chicago Moms Arrested in Protests After ICE Raids Daycare
Over a dozen suburban moms were arrested outside an ICE detention center while protesting arrest of a teacher at a Spanish-language daycare center.
Future Bright for AI, Dark for Humanity: DeepSeek Sr Exec
The swift advance of AI will soon match full human capabilities and pose a difficult challenge for humanity, predicts DeepSeek's senior researcher.
Japan Bear Attack Survivor Recounts Horror
Confectioner Keiji Minatoya is one of over 100 victims of recent attacks as the bear population trebled in a rural area of northern Japan.
No Deal As Senate Dems Hold Out for Low-Income Healthcare
The government shutdown drags on as Democrats seek restoration of ACA tax credits to enable 45 million Americans to continue affording health insurance.
US Denounced at Global Climate Summit
Trump was called "against humanity" for denying climate change even as the US leads the world in total pollution.
Border Patrol Agent Bragged About Shooting Unarmed Woman
CBP Agent Charles Exum fired 5 shots at a Chicago woman after his vehicle collided with hers, then erased evidence of the crash.
Record Shutdown Forces Resort to Food Banks, Family
As the US federal government shutdown becomes the longest in history SNAP recipients are making do with visits to food banks and leaning on relatives.
Beijing Hopes Olympic Gold Medalist Will Legitimize HK Government
An Olympic gold medalist in fencing and the scion of a real-estate empire are among Beijing allies entering upcoming Hong Kong elections.
Supreme Court Hears Case Against Epic Tariff Power Grab
Trump's trade emergency fig leaf to justify usurping legislative tariff powers is under hi-heat grilling by the US high court on cases filed by an ...
Flights Cut 10% at 40 Major Airports
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered the cut due to safety concerns amid rising absenteeism due to the prolonged federal government shutdown.
Nearly Half of Americans See Trade Deficit As Emergency
A new poll suggests many Americans share Trumpian simplistic views about the trade deficit and about how free trade powers global peace and prosperity.
Trump-Kim Jong Un Summit Likely
South Korea's spy agency puts a high probability on a meeting between Trump and the North Korean leader.
Election Results Rebuke Rule by Kingly Fiat
Overwhelming Democrat wins in New York City, Virginia and especially New Jersey show deep disgust with Trump's policies and shoot-from-the-hip governing style.
China Seeks Solution to Rising Green Energy Curtailment
The rapid rise in solar and wind power installations is increasing the percentage of renewable energy that goes unused, posing a problem China seeks to ...
Sheinbaum Forced to Rule Out US Military in Mexico
A Trump statement of his willingness to send US troops into Mexico to stop drug traffickers forced Mexico's president to deny that Mexico would accept ...
Justice Department Challenges California's Mask Ban
A California law banning face masks for both local and federal authorities has become the next legal battleground for Trump's migrant deportation campaign.
Epstein File Release Vote Set for Tuesday
Dozens of GOP defectors in the House had already ensured that Epstein files would be released by the time Trump posted to say he supported ...
Ukraine Developed 8 Weapons to Strike Deep into Russia
Long-range missiles, cruise missiles, a drone missile and drones have been developed to attack Russian oil infrastructure and military storage facilities.
Japan Seeks to De-Escalate Tensions with China
Japan tries to tamp down China's heated reaction to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comment regarding Japan's possible response to a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
Japanese Grooming, Dressing Rules Fall to Labor Shortage
The difficulty of finding young workers is forcing Japanese retailers to relax rules on dyed hair, brightly-colored nails, piercings and heavy makeup.
China Sails Through Japan-Administered Islands
A Chinese Coast Guard ship turned up the temperature in the South China Sea in a response to Takaichi's declaration on a military response in ...
Epstein Likely to Haunt Midterm Elections
The bruising fight over release of FBI Epstein files combined with drip-drip leaks about Trump's links to the illicit-sex operations tatters Trump's coattails beyond the ...
Space Drama to Keep Chinese Space Station Operational
Docking damage to the Shenzhou-20 requires Shenzhou-22 to be sent up 6 months prematurely to keep Tiangong space station operational.
Toymakers Chase Labubu's Blind Box Craze
The incomprehensible level of excitement and loyalty that Hong Kong toymaker Pop Mart has generated with its Labubu dolls is resulting in a wave of ...
Only 29% Support Military Killing Drug Traffickers
Most Americans are uneasy with the idea of using military assets to kill drug traffickers without a judicial reivew or a Congressional declaration of war.
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cuts Russian Oil Exports
Global oil prices rose 2% as Russian shipments have stopped from the major Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
US, S. Korea Conclude Comprehensive Deal
A deal encompassing tariffs, $350 bilion in Korean investments in the US and the building of a nuclear submarine has been finalized said S. Korean ...
Most of 50,000 New Federal Hires for ICE
Trump's focus on adding agents for mass deportations accounted for most of the 50,000 new federal employees hired since he took office.
THC Drinks Banned by Reopening Deal
A provision to ban sale of drinks containing more than 0.4mg of THC within 1 year was slipped into the deal to end the government ...
Blue Origin's New Glenn Sticks Landing
The massive New Glenn succeeded in launching a Mars satellite and landing a reusable rocket booster, poising the Bezos firm as SpaceX's first real competitor ...
S. Korea Grounds Flights for English Comprehension Test
As 500,000 Korean students sat for the national exam for college admissions, flights were grounded during the 35-minute listening comprehension portion of the English test.
Longest Shutdown in History Ends
A House vote of 222-209 passed a temporary funding legislation that was signed into law by Trump Wednesday after a 43-day shutdown.
Japan's Muscle Girls Challenge Beauty Norms
A Tokyo bar staffed by female body builders finds a following of male customers and tourists looking for a change from the usual willowy beauties.
Flight Cancellations Plunge As ATCs Return to Work
The impending end of the federal government shutdown is inducing more air traffic controllers and TSA security personnel to return to work, reducing the need ...
Devastating Epstein Emails Released by Dems
Emails from 2011 and 2019 indicate that Trump knew about activity with underage girls and spent hours with one.
Valuence Displays Original Birkin Bag After $10 Mil. Purchase
The Japanese second-hand luxury retailer founded by Shinsuke Sakamoto sees the purchase as an investment in its core business concept.
Takaichi's Hawkish Taiwan Talk Draws China Media Fire
A statement by Japan's new prime minister that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would amount to an existential threat for Japan draws ugly commentary from ...
House Members Return to DC to End Government Shutdown
The longest shutdown of the US government in history, now entering it's 8th week, is set to end with a House vote followed by Trump ...
Migrants Get Foul Water, Rotten Food in Biggest Detention Center
US Rep. Veronica Escobar wrote to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem that conditions at the Fort Bliss tent city hadn't improved since soon after it opened ...
Chinese $5-Billion Ponzi Mastermiind Nabbed in London
Qian Zhimin masterminded a massive ponzi scheme in China that netted over $5 billion and had $6 billion worth of bitcoin when caught and charged ...
'In Your Dreams' Delivers Laughs, Love, and Subtle AAPI Representation
Netflix's latest animated feature is primarily focused on telling a hilarious and heartfelt story, all while normalizing AAPI characters.
China Commissions 3rd Aircraft Carrier
The Fujian is more modern and poses a greater threat than its two predecessors by being able to launch state-of-the-art stealth fighters.
US-S. Korea Deal Held Up by Nuclear Submarine
S. Korea's plan to secure US approval for its nuclear submarine holds up a deal that combines trade and security issues.
China's Singles Day Dwarfs Cyberweek in Total Sales
The 3 days from November 9 through 11 is likely to generate over $200 billion in sales, about 5 times as much at the US ...
Supreme Court Refuses to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage Right
The 6-3 conservative majority wasn't willing to overturn the 2015 ruling recognizing Constitutional protection for same-sex marriage.
Senate Advances Bill to End Shutdown
A handful of Democrats joined Republicans in a temporary government funding bill on a promise to hold a vote in December on extending healthcare subsidies.
Thanksgiving Air Travel May Fall to a Trickle
Rising attrition among air traffic controllers and fatigue among those staying on the job will force drastic flight cuts if the shutdown continues.
Mamdani Divided New York Jews
Once considered a solidly unified voting block, election polling revealed that a third of New York Jews backed the winning mayoral candidate who happens to ...
US to Shun G-20 Summit for Alleged Anti-White Racism
The US won't send a delegation to the annual conference of developed nations because it's being held in South Africa, a nation that Trump claims, ...
Cornell Research Funds Restored After Watered-Down Deal
Cornell University gets $250 million in research grants restored after agreeing to abide by Trump demands which watered down control of admission and curriculum.
Chicago Moms Arrested in Protests After ICE Raids Daycare
Over a dozen suburban moms were arrested outside an ICE detention center while protesting arrest of a teacher at a Spanish-language daycare center.
Future Bright for AI, Dark for Humanity: DeepSeek Sr Exec
The swift advance of AI will soon match full human capabilities and pose a difficult challenge for humanity, predicts DeepSeek's senior researcher.
Japan Bear Attack Survivor Recounts Horror
Confectioner Keiji Minatoya is one of over 100 victims of recent attacks as the bear population trebled in a rural area of northern Japan.
No Deal As Senate Dems Hold Out for Low-Income Healthcare
The government shutdown drags on as Democrats seek restoration of ACA tax credits to enable 45 million Americans to continue affording health insurance.
US Denounced at Global Climate Summit
Trump was called "against humanity" for denying climate change even as the US leads the world in total pollution.
Border Patrol Agent Bragged About Shooting Unarmed Woman
CBP Agent Charles Exum fired 5 shots at a Chicago woman after his vehicle collided with hers, then erased evidence of the crash.
Record Shutdown Forces Resort to Food Banks, Family
As the US federal government shutdown becomes the longest in history SNAP recipients are making do with visits to food banks and leaning on relatives.
Beijing Hopes Olympic Gold Medalist Will Legitimize HK Government
An Olympic gold medalist in fencing and the scion of a real-estate empire are among Beijing allies entering upcoming Hong Kong elections.
Supreme Court Hears Case Against Epic Tariff Power Grab
Trump's trade emergency fig leaf to justify usurping legislative tariff powers is under hi-heat grilling by the US high court on cases filed by an ...
Flights Cut 10% at 40 Major Airports
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered the cut due to safety concerns amid rising absenteeism due to the prolonged federal government shutdown.
Nearly Half of Americans See Trade Deficit As Emergency
A new poll suggests many Americans share Trumpian simplistic views about the trade deficit and about how free trade powers global peace and prosperity.
Trump-Kim Jong Un Summit Likely
South Korea's spy agency puts a high probability on a meeting between Trump and the North Korean leader.
Election Results Rebuke Rule by Kingly Fiat
Overwhelming Democrat wins in New York City, Virginia and especially New Jersey show deep disgust with Trump's policies and shoot-from-the-hip governing style.
China Seeks Solution to Rising Green Energy Curtailment
The rapid rise in solar and wind power installations is increasing the percentage of renewable energy that goes unused, posing a problem China seeks to ...
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