Americas

USA

Florida woman arrested over treating thousands while posing as nurse

The county sheriff who announced her detention called it "one of the most disturbing cases of medical fraud we’ve ever investigated".

07/08/2025

USA

US President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs go into effect

The move comes after Washington paused its "reciprocal tariffs" for almost four months to allow countries to negotiate trade deals with the US.

07/08/2025

Lifestyle

Mexico accuses Adidas of cultural appropriation over shoe design

The "Oaxaca Slip-On" was created as part of a collaboration between Adidas Originals and US designer Willy Chavarria. Oaxaca state authorities said the company did not acknowledge the design's indigenous origins.

07/08/2025

Business

Trump declares 100% computer chip tariff unless firms build in the US

The announcement comes more than three months after Trump temporarily exempted most electronics from his administration's most onerous tariffs.

07/08/2025

Nutrition

Study sheds light on which potatoes raise the risk of type 2 diabetes

Eating more potatoes was tied to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes risks in a study that spanned three decades – and French fries were the main culprit.

07/08/2025

Tech News

Meta removes 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts linked to criminal scammers

The account deletions are part of wider company efforts to crack down on scams.

06/08/2025

Travel News

Trump administration unveils plan to charge visa security deposit

The Trump administration is moving towards tightening entry restrictions, with a new measure that could make it more burdensome for citizens of certain countries to obtain a visa.

06/08/2025

Economy

Despite tough talk, most Canadian, Mexican goods dodge Trump tariffs

Canada and Mexico have been at the centre of Trump's tariff positioning from day one, but it seems that the pre-existing USMCA deal protects most goods from US tariffs.

06/08/2025

Culture news

Former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor claims the Met has his stolen guitar

A rock 'n' roll relic is stirring up drama between a guitar legend and one of New York's most iconic museums.

06/08/2025

Economy

Trump narrows Fed chair shortlist, excluding Treasury Secretary

Trump said in an interview with CNBC that he had removed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent from consideration for Fed chair because Bessent wanted to remain in his current role.

06/08/2025

Nature

Deep-sea livestream stuns Argentina sparking science funding debate

A deep-sea livestream is sparking fascination and raising alarm over cuts to Argentina’s scientific research.

06/08/2025

Markets

Pfizer earnings strong despite Trump’s new 'up to 250%' tariff threat

Pfizer beat earnings expectations and improved its outlook for the rest of the year, despite fresh statements from Trump announcing pharma tariffs next week.

05/08/2025

USA

US Coast Guard: OceanGate's flawed practices caused Titan sub tragedy

Family members of two of the victims from the 2023 implosion are demanding tougher regulations following the damning report released on Tuesday.

05/08/2025

USA

US grand jury to settle Trump-Russia probe over election meddling

Justice department has ordered grand jury probe into claims that opponents of Donald Trump falsified intelligence on Russian election interference.

05/08/2025

Brazil

Brazil judge places former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest

The ruling comes a month after Brazil’s top court ordered the former president to wear an ankle monitor, submit to a curfew and abide by limitations on his activity as legal proceedings investigating an alleged coup plot continue.

05/08/2025

Haiti

At least eight people missing after gunmen storm orphanage in Haiti

At least 175 people in Haiti were reported kidnapped from April to the end of June of this year, with 37% of those cases occurring in Port-au-Prince.

04/08/2025

Tech News

ChatGPT use by companies fell for first time since 2022, report says 

For the first time since its launch nearly three years ago, ChatGPT is being used less by companies, which are increasingly opting for competitors from Microsoft and Google.

04/08/2025

Economy

Boeing strike stalls production of new and advanced Trump fighter jet

The walkout of more than 3,200 Boeing workers on Monday could delay the rollout of the next‑generation F‑47 fighter jet, a cornerstone of plans to cement future US air superiority.

04/08/2025

Culture news

Smithsonian denies White House pressure over impeachment display

The museum says an “updated” display covering all US impeachments will be installed soon – amid growing criticism it’s erasing history to appease Donald Trump.

04/08/2025

Business

Why copper, aluminium and steel drive Trump’s MAGA agenda

Trump’s 50% tariffs on steel, copper and aluminium go beyond mere economics — they’re a bid to reclaim lost US industries and energise his MAGA base.

04/08/2025

USA

Trump fires jobs statistics chief after dismal employment report

Trump's move followed Friday's jobs report that showed just 73,000 jobs were added last month and that 258,000 fewer jobs were created in May and June than previously estimated.

02/08/2025

USA

Trump orders two nuclear subs moved near Russia after Medvedev spat

In a social media post, Trump said the deployment was in response to threats from the country’s former President Dmitry Medvedev.

01/08/2025

No Comment

Heavy rain triggers flash floods and travel chaos on US East Coast

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the US East Coast on Thursday, grounding flights and forcing emergency rescues of stranded drivers from Philadelphia to New York City.

01/08/2025

Culture news

‘107 Days’: Kamala Harris to release memoir about 2024 presential run

In a video announcement on social media, the former US Vice President described the upcoming book as "a behind-the-scenes account" of her experience on the campaign trail.

01/08/2025

Business

Amazon, Apple post solid earnings but tariffs dampen investor appetite

Tariffs and the AI race have made tech investors more cautious, with Amazon and Apple’s second quarter results showing that the market is no longer betting on Big Tech as a whole — only on those with a clear edge.

01/08/2025

Health news

Endometriosis tied to cancer, migraines and more health issues

Researchers in the US found over 600 correlations between the gynaecological condition and other health problems.

01/08/2025