US military says it struck vessel in the Caribbean, killing four - Reuters

US military says it struck vessel in the Caribbean, killing four  Reuters

What to Know About Bank Melli, Singled Out in U.S. Call for Economic War

Bank Melli, Iran’s largest lender, already faces waves of sanctions that severely limit its ability to operate abroad. Every foreign branch must be shut down, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.

By Lara Jakes and James Paton

US Weighs More Trade Measures Against Canada

The Trump administration is discussing additional trade penalties against Canada after Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled dollar-for-dollar retaliation to new tariffs imposed by the US. (Source: Bloomberg)

Judge issues setback to Trump administration plans to restrict mail-in ballots

The ruling is not the final word in a fast-moving legal fight over the administration’s efforts to change voting rules before the midterms.

By Justin Jouvenal

US halts all immigrant visa applications amid tightening restrictions

Move by state department to limit access is part of Trump’s crackdown on both lawful and undocumented immigration All US immigrant visa applications have been paused by the Trump administration as the state department moves to tighten restrictions and limit access to applicants who they deem could end up relying on US assistance, a state department official confirmed Tuesday. The agency launched the initiative at all embassies and consulates in early August, according to the official and visa...

By Gabrielle Canon

Why can’t America agree on what time it is?

Why can’t America agree on what time it is?

Why Trump is pushing the UAE to cut off Iran’s dirty money - The Times

Why Trump is pushing the UAE to cut off Iran’s dirty money  The Times

Newsom promises new legal fight after Trump gets Supreme Court victory on mail-in voting

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state will sue again after the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling allowed Trump's mail-in voting restrictions.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith wants Ottawa to resume trade talks with U.S. before counter-tariffs begin

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling on Ottawa to get back to the negotiating table with the United States before its counter-tariffs take effect in two weeks.

US Treasury sanctions on Iran’s trade partners

The US Department of the Treasury launched targeted sanctions against some 24 entities based in mainland China or Hong Kong as part of its “Operation Economic Outcast” campaign against Iran and its enablers. See below for the original announcement: US Treasury sanctions by scmp

By Haining Gao

U.S. tariffs push Canadian alcohol producers to rethink their biggest export market

Wineries and distilleries’ expansion plans are fizzling amid trade war

By Meera Raman, Sophia Bertuzzi

Asia's rising wealth to propel finance industry past US: report

How Has The U.S.-Versus-China Quantum Rivalry Changed Since 2019?

U.S. strength in quantum computing and cryptography vies with China’s preeminence in quantum communication, with major new investments coming from both governments.

By Paul Smith-Goodson, Contributor

US halts visa appointments globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown

United States visa appointments are paused worldwide for consular officer training. This initiative supports the administration's broader immigration enforcement efforts. Immigrant visa applicants are being notified of rescheduled interviews due to this program. The government is also tightening restrictions on legal immigration and visa issuances. These actions reflect ongoing reviews and adjustments to the US visa system.

By YASHASVI VASISTHA

From H-1B fee to OPT charge for job-after-college degree: The US visa moves Indians need to track

The Trump administration is layering fees, wage floors and stay caps across the H-1B, OPT and green-card routes. Where each measure stands.

Trump's new economic squeeze on Iran has a big challenge: China

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The " economic onslaught " that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared on Iran's financial connections around the world may

US moves to impose $100,000 fee for H-1B high-skilled worker visas

The visas are heavily relied on in the tech, education and research sectors

By Daniel Wiessner

Team Trump Pauses US Visa Interviews Worldwide. Here's Why

Trump has pursued an aggressive deportation drive and immigration crackdown that includes revocations of visas and green cards and rejection of applications for a range of reasons.

What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes are being made?

Business groups and companies say the visas help recruit highly skilled professionals and address a lack of qualified U.S. workers in some industries.

US preparing for Freedom Edge joint exercise with S. Korea, Japan: US Pacific Command

The United States is preparing to conduct a trilateral military exercise with South Korea and Japan, the US Pacific Command said Wednesday, suggesting that the drills are on track despite the recent scaling back of a Seoul-Washington combined exercise at US President Donald Trump's directive. "In close coordination with the Japan Self-Defense Forces and the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, US Pacific Command is preparing for the 2026 iteration of exercise Freedom Edge," Lt. Cmdr. Chloe Morgan, a

By The Korea Herald

Trump administration pauses US visa appointments worldwide amid sweeping immigration crackdown

While Trump campaigned in 2024 on a ​platform of stopping illegal immigration, his administration has also made legal immigration more difficult.

Iraq may show how US can squeeze Iran's trade partners

Iraq could serve as an example of how the United States could carry out its threat to force countries that continue trading with Iran out of the dollar-based financial system. Washington has already sanctioned a host of Iraqi banks accused of doing business with Tehran, though it has avoided measures that would devastate the economy of the strategic ally of both countries. US President Donald Trump has warned that any country that provides Iran with an economic lifeline would face severe cons...

By [email protected] (Reuters)

U.S. preparing for Freedom Edge joint exercise with S. Korea, Japan: U.S. Pacific Command

SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Yonhap) -- The United States is preparing to conduct a trilatera...

By Kim Seung-yeon

Worley wins three U.S. contracts for data center energy projects

By Investing.com

US issues security alert in Mexican border city and suspends consular activities

US issues security alert in Mexican border city and suspends consular activities

Trump administration issues pause on visa appointments for applicants worldwide

Global training initiative launched at embassies, consulates: appointments for visa services ​will adjust

By Reuters

Canada announces counter-tariffs on over 700 US goods - Global Times

Canada announces counter-tariffs on over 700 US goods  Global Times

Chinese, Indian professionals are starting to leave US over visa costs

Indian and Chinese technology professionals are returning home in rising numbers as layoffs, higher visa costs and repeated changes to H-1B rules squeeze foreign workers out of the U.S. job market.

Only 35% Of Women Under-25 Have Positive View Of Men; Survey Finds 'Heteroflexible' Is The Fastest Growing Sexual Orientation In America

Only 35% Of Women Under-25 Have Positive View Of Men; Survey Finds 'Heteroflexible' Is The Fastest Growing Sexual Orientation In America Authored by Michael Snyder via The End of The American Dream blog, Our culture is being transformed at a pace that is difficult to comprehend. The numbers that I am going to share with you in this article paint an undeniable picture about where our society is heading. That doesn’t mean that the trends that we are witnessing now are permanent. W...

By Tyler Durden

Syria ‘shakes off’ past with removal from US terror list, says Al-Sharaa - Kuwait Times

Syria ‘shakes off’ past with removal from US terror list, says Al-Sharaa  Kuwait Times

Canada announces up to 50% retaliatory tariffs on over 700 US goods

Ottawa: Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs on more than 700 US goods worth CAD 27.6 billion (about USD 20 billion), matching the US' 50 per cent...

By Times of Oman