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USA

Biden insists US midterm elections were a 'good day for democracy'

Speaking at the White House for the first time after the vote on Tuesday, the US president said he would be "open to any good ideas" in case of a Republican majority in Congress.

09/11/2022

USA

US midterm elections: What have we learned so far?

With the Democrats having performed better than expected, here is what we know about the US midterm elections as ballot counting continues.

09/11/2022

World News

US Midterm results come in

The Republicans look set to take the House of Representatives in 2022's US Midterms, however the margin may be smaller than predicted

09/11/2022

USA

Republican hopes of taking control of Congress hang in the balance

Control of Congress hung in the balance early Wednesday, with both parties notching victories in some of the most competitive races in a midterm election.

09/11/2022

USA

‘The number one issue is inflation’: an expert’s take on the midterms

Although abortion, gun control and immigration have been hot-button issues in America’s midterm elections, it’s likely that it’ll be the economy that influences most people in how they vote.

08/11/2022

Money

Is crypto Twitter’s new future? This is what could change

While other social media companies, most famously Facebook and its Libra coin, have tried and failed to use cryptos or implement wallets, Twitter could be successful.

08/11/2022

Destinations

Pink beaches and teeming reefs: Bermuda is back open to tourists

Bermuda has dropped its requirement for pre-departure testing, arrival testing, and day-four testing.

08/11/2022

My Europe Series

America votes: What might a Republican victory mean for Europe?

There's concern that success for Trump supporters in Tuesday's vote may jeopardise aid for Ukraine, damage transatlantic ties, and galvanise Europe's far-right.

08/11/2022

Soul Of The South

Mississippi Delta: where history is made

In partnership with GoUSA TV

Join writer and photographer Johny Pitts as he tours the Civil Rights trail of the American South to discover his heritage

07/11/2022

USA

Midterm misinformation: Five false claims about the key US vote

They include baseless claims about "voter fraud" have reappeared online ahead of election day.

07/11/2022

USA

US Elections: Trump and Biden in last push ahead of midterm vote

More than 41 million ballots have already been cast in advance of Tuesday's vote.

07/11/2022

Climate

Residents in Niagara Falls driven mad by Bitcoin noise pollution

Since China banned Bitcoin mining plants in 2021, they’ve been popping up across America and causing major disruption.

07/11/2022

No Comment

LGBTQ community celebrates 31st Pride Parade in Buenos Aires

Thousands of people march through downtown Buenos Aires during the city's 31st pride march. The Argentine trans community led the emblematic parade with demands for equality and labour rights.

06/11/2022

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Thousands march in Peru calling for president's resignation

Thousands of protesters march in Lima downtown to demand the resignation of leftist President Pedro Castillo, who is under an unprecedented six investigations for alleged corruption.

06/11/2022

Culture news

Singer-rapper Aaron Carter dies in California at age 34

The singer who first found fame as a boy was reportedly found dead in his bath at his home in California.

06/11/2022

USA

Obama campaigns with Biden, Trump with Oz days before US midterm vote

Barack Obama and Donald Trump have appeared at rallies in the crucial state of Pennsylvania, in the last few days before the midterm elections on Tuesday.

06/11/2022

No Comment

Landslides kill seven in eastern Venezuela

Intense rain and landslides have killed at least seven people in the coastal states of Anzoategui in eastern Venezua. Officials say nearly 80 people have died in the country in recent weeks due to heavy rains.

05/11/2022

Culture news

Nike shelves shoe plans for NBA star Kyrie Irving in antisemitism row

The sports company says it will no longer launch the Kyrie 8 shoe named after the Brooklyn Nets star guard after he posted a link to a film widely regarded as antisemitic.

05/11/2022

Culture news

Tumblr is bringing back nudity, reversing the infamous 2018 porn ban

As Twitter's new CEO is trashing the reputation of his latest purchase, Tumblr is trying to attract back users by reversing the ban that lost a crucial user base.

05/11/2022

Eco-Innovation

Inside San Francisco's bold plan to cut air pollution

“San Francisco believes in climate action as a whole, people care” says mayor London Breed. So what is the city doing to fight it?

05/11/2022

Peru

Tourists among Peru riverboat passengers freed after pollution protest

Dozens of boat passengers were detained overnight by Amazon residents as a protest to demand government attention to complaints of oil pollution.

04/11/2022

USA

Donald Trump says he will ‘probably’ run for president in 2024

Former US President Donald Trump dropped strong hints about a 2024 White House run at a rally in Sioux City, Iowa.

04/11/2022

Partner content

Discover Colombia’s sustainable palm oil programme

Partner content presented by Fedepalma

Having produced a record 1.7 million tonnes last year, Colombia is the fourth biggest supplier of palm oil worldwide.

04/11/2022

Creators

The crazy scrap metal sculptures made of nuts, bolts, pipes and spoons

Meet Michel Torres Costa, a Brazilian artist whose spectacular scrap metal sculptures went viral during the pandemic.

04/11/2022

Culture news

Roses placed where Migos member Takeoff was shot dead, aged 28

The youngest member of the family hip-hop group was shot dead in a bowling alley in Texas.

03/11/2022

Culture news

How have lyrics been used against artists in court?

Musicians and record labels are calling on US courts to stop using rap lyrics as evidence in criminal proceedings. The problem goes beyond the US.

03/11/2022