Americas

USA

Trump to address nation after Iran's retaliation in Iraq

His remarks will come the morning after Iran launched more than two dozen missiles that targeted Iraqi military bases hosting U.S. and coalition forces.

08/01/2020

USA

Stowaway's body found in plane's landing gear at Paris airport

Air France expressed its "deepest sympathy and compassion at this human tragedy."

08/01/2020

USA

1 killed, multiple injured in shooting in Ottawa, Canada, police say

The incident happened at around 8 a.m. on Gilmour Street, near Parliament Hill, the site of the Canadian Parliament. Police are still searching for the shooter.

08/01/2020

USA

Digital health tech and AI headline CES Las Vegas

Thousands of tech companies are in Las Vegas for the annual CES event, a world stage showcasing the innovations of tomorrow.

08/01/2020

USA

Iran leaves Trump an off-ramp, but will he take it?

Analysis: There are signs that the Iranian response to Soleimani's killing may present an opportunity for pause in Middle East tensions.

08/01/2020

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Magnitude 6.4 earthquake hits off Puerto Rico

Tuesday's quake was the most powerful in a series of tremors that have shaken the island since December 28.

08/01/2020

USA

Airlines re-route or cancel flights around Iraq, Iran after missile strike on U.S. troops

In the U.S., the FAA barred American carriers from airspace over Iran, the Gulf of Oman and the waters between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

08/01/2020

USA

Ukrainian plane with 167 aboard crashes after takeoff, Iran state TV says

Iranian state TV said mechanical issues are suspected after the Boeing 737 crashed after takeoff.

08/01/2020

USA

Pelosi not ready to send articles of impeachment, but could be 'soon'

Pelosi told Democrats that "Soon, the Senate will have the opportunity to honor its oath to 'do impartial justice according to the Constitution and laws.'"

08/01/2020

USA

Congress reacts to Iran attack on U.S. forces. Pelosi says 'world cannot afford war.'

Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer were briefed on the attack on the facilities housing U.S. troops by Vice President Mike Pence, according to their spokesmen.

08/01/2020

USA

Trump plans Iowa rally in days before Democratic caucuses

The president's campaign is also planning to send several prominent surrogates to the state in the coming weeks.

08/01/2020

USA

If he builds it, will they come? Inside Michael Bloomberg's unconventional presidential campaign

No one has won the nomination this way, but no major candidate has really tried either.

07/01/2020

USA

McConnell says he has enough Republican votes to begin Trump's trial without witnesses

The process cannot get started until Pelosi sends the House-passed articles to the Senate.

07/01/2020

USA

Bloomberg campaign buys $10 million Super Bowl ad to target Trump

The game is set for Feb. 2, the day before the Iowa caucuses, and could be watched by 100 million people in the U.S.

07/01/2020

USA

Justice Dept. changes tune, says ex-Trump aide Michael Flynn should serve up to six months in prison

Michael Flynn pleaded guilty two years ago, admitting he lied about his conversations with Russia's ambassador to the U.S. during the Trump transition.

07/01/2020

USA

Which candidates have qualified for the January Democratic debate?

Five candidates have qualified so far for the January Democratic debate in Des Moines, Iowa, sponsored by CNN and The Des Moines Register.

07/01/2020

Venezuela

Venezuela opposition leader Guaido takes oath as parliamentary speaker

Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaido and opposition MPs managed to enter the country's parliament building on Tuesday after a standoff with security forces.

07/01/2020

USA

Pompeo calls ayatollah 'the real risk' to Iran's culture

The administration will work within international law, which forbids attacks on cultural sites, when responding to any attack from Iran, Pompeo said.

07/01/2020

USA

US says Soleimani not on 'diplomatic mission' when he was killed

US Secretary of State Mike #Pompeo has been defending Trump's decision to kill Qassem Soleimani but refused to present evidence explaining why the Iranian military general was an "imminent threat".

07/01/2020

USA

It's still Biden and Sanders jockeying for the heart and soul of the Democratic Party

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

07/01/2020

USA

Funeral of Iran's Soleimani postponed after dozens killed in stampede

The stampede broke out during the emotionally charged event in Kerman, according to emergency services in the city.

07/01/2020

USA

Australia races to strengthen fire defenses ahead of heat, wind later this week

Wildfires fueled by drought and the country's hottest and driest year on record have ravaged an area the size of South Korea in recent weeks.

07/01/2020

USA

Sanders shuttle: Trump trial could trap candidates in D.C. One senator has an escape plan.

The Vermont independent's big war chest gives him an edge over 2020 rivals — private jets to ferry him from Washington to early-voting states and back.

07/01/2020

USA

Why is China raising the prospect of same-sex marriage?

As recently as August, a representative had dismissed same-sex marriage as contrary to Chinese culture.

07/01/2020

USA

Pompeo tells McConnell he won't run for Senate

Many Republicans believed the secretary of state would have been the strongest candidate to win the Kansas seat being vacated by Pat Roberts.

07/01/2020

USA

U.S. to send some Mexican asylum seekers to Guatemala

The Department of Homeland Security confirms that certain Mexicans seeking humanitarian protections can be transferred to the Central American nation.

07/01/2020