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Business

WeWork files for bankruptcy: reports

US office-sharing firm WeWork is reportedly filing for bankruptcy as early as next week, after being buffeted by a chain of financial woes.

USA

Maine mass shooting suspect found dead, ending manhunt

The town of Lewiston had been on lockdown as police and FBI agents hunted the man wanted for the deaths of 18 of its residents.

World News

US military says a Chinese fighter jet came close to B-52 bomber

A Chinese fighter jet came within 10 feet of an American B-52 bomber flying over the South China Sea, nearly causing an accident, the US military said, underscoring the potential for a mishap as both countries vie for influence in the region.

Gaza

UN General Assembly calls for 'humanitarian truce' in Gaza

All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

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Economy

US economy grows by almost 5% in third quarter

The US economy expanded at a robust 4.9% annual rate from July through September as Americans defied higher prices, rising interest rates and widespread forecasts of a recession to spend at a brisk pace.

USA

A suspect in the fatal shooting of 18 in Maine is still at large.

US authorities carried out a massive manhunt in Maine for an Army reservist who they say killed 18 people and wounded 13 more.

Russia

President Putin oversees Russian nuclear test drills from Moscow

The upper house of the Russian parliament has voted to rescind Russia's signing of a 1996 international nuclear test ban treaty. The treaty was never ratified by the US, China, India, Pakistan, North Korea, Israel, Iran or Egypt.

Notes From The Usa

Baton Rouge: The multi-ethnic US city with 'a very different flavour'

In partnership with Brand USA

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance explores the influence of Creole and Cajun cultures on the songs and the seafood coming out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

World News

Migration to OECD countries at a record-high rate

Migration to OECD countries reached unprecedented levels in 2022, according to a new report published on Monday.

Ukraine

Compassion fatigue: Is the West tired of war?

The US and its allies have provided financial and military aid to Kyiv since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began and promised to support the war-ravaged country for as long as is necessary but the Kremlin claims Western sympathy is in limited supply.

Ukraine

Ukraine 'destroys Russian attack helicopters' as US pledges billions

Ukraine destroys Russian attack helicopters as US pledges billions in aid

USA

Aid to Ukraine threatened by war between Israel and Hamas

War in Israel favours Russia but the US has the financial muscle to fight on both fronts, Natasha Lindsteadt, Professor of Politics at the University of Essex tells Euronews.

Notes From The Usa

Folk genre shines a light on Newport, Rhode Island's musical heritage

In partnership with Brand USA

With a superb coastline, great food and charm, the city of Newport is rich in artistic heritage. The art and beauty it inspires have made it famous for its live music culture.

Food and Drink

How hot is the world's hottest pepper ? So hot it’ll give you cramp

US hybrid Pepper X broke the record for hottest pepper in the world. It’s hotter than most pepper sprays police use to subdue criminals.

Notes From The Usa

The sounds of the South: Exploring Atlanta's rich musical heritage

In partnership with Brand USA

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance takes a deep dive into the sounds of Atlanta, Georgia, from the city's gospel heritage to its most recent musical export: trap.

Culture news

Who’s the winner of Katmai’s 2023 Fat Bear Week?

Drumroll please…

Eco-Innovation

‘Yuck factor’ aside, what does beer made from shower water taste like?

‘It tastes like a nice, crisp, Kölsch style ale. You'd have no idea the source of the water’

Climate

Deadly, humid heat could creep into US Midwest and Australia

1.5 billion people could face deadly humid heat each year under a 3°C global temperature rise, a new study shows.

Culture news

Culture Re-View: The day London Bridge was inaugurated… in Arizona?

10 October 1971: London Bridge opens to the public in Lake Havasu, Arizona, after being shipped halfway around the world from its original home in the British capital.

Climate

Dengue fever is likely to 'take off' in Europe as planet heats

Climate change could make dengue fever a major threat in southern Europe this decade, WHO scientist warns.

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