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Latest news, in-depth features and opinion on the United States, covering politics, economy, the US-China trade war, the growing US-China rivalry, military, crime, healthcare, mass shootings and gun control.
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President Joe Biden
last updated:
29 November, 2024
Amanda Knox talks to reporters outside her mother’s home in Seattle, Washington, in March 2015. Photo: AP
Crime

Italy’s top court upholds Amanda Knox slander conviction

The decision marks the final act of a legal drama that began with the murder of her British flatmate Meredith Kercher in 2007.

Donald Trump

US judge temporarily blocks Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

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US Politics

Meet Donald Trump’s new Gen Z press secretary Karoline Leavitt

US-China relations

Trump tells Davos he is hopeful on US-China ties as he warns on tariffs

American leader touts ‘very good’ relationship with Xi Jinping amid ‘massive’ trade deficits with Beijing.

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US President Donald Trump speaks by video to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

US lawmakers bring back bill to revoke China’s trade status

Legislation targets permanent normal trade relations designation, which was conferred in 2000 ahead of China’s joining the WTO.

Fentanyl and other opioids

Sacklers and Purdue agree to pay US$7.4 billion in US opioid crisis settlement

The new arrangement no longer gives the pharmaceutical firm’s owners sweeping immunity from drug addiction lawsuits.

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World Economic Forum

Trump tells Davos he wants Xi to help stop Ukraine war – as it happened

The returning US leader also wants more money from Nato members, threatened Canada tariffs and talked about the AI race with China.

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Trump is shown on screens as he addresses the WEF via remote connection. Photo: EPA-EFE
Cinema

Emilia Perez film leads Oscar nominations with 13 – read the full list here

Read on for the full list of Academy Award nominations, as well as analysis of the surprise (and not-so-surprise) choices.

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India

India’s bet on AI-enabled warships needs boost to counter China, experts say

While India’s first AI-enabled warship enhances its capabilities in the Indian Ocean, experts warn that more vessels are needed to counter China’s growing presence.

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Ukraine war

Nato chief Rutte says Europe will pay for US arms for Ukraine

His comments came after US President Donald Trump said earlier this week that the EU should be doing more to support Ukraine.

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Nato chief Mark Rutte said Europe must invest more in defence, ramp up arms production and take a bigger share of spending on Ukraine aid. Photo: EPA-EFE
Donald Trump

Opinion | How the US can challenge China’s dominance over critical minerals

To secure critical minerals, cut dependence on China and boost growth, Trump might cut red tape, spur investment and push collaborations.

President Donald Trump watches the action during the second half of the Army-Navy game at Lincoln Financial Field on December 14, 2019, in Philadelphia. Photo: USA Today
Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai admits underestimating US lobbying efforts to penalise Hong Kong officials

Former media boss initially told court he felt the US human rights bill targeting Hong Kong was ‘more academic than substance’.

The Philippines

Rubio says US committed to Philippines but could Trump change course?

Observers welcome Rubio’s statements that they say indicate continuity in US policy and ‘more robust support’ for Manila in South China Sea row.

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Obituaries

‘Bling Empire’ star Lynn Ban dies at 51 following skiing accident

Known for her bold pieces worn by stars like Rihanna and Beyoncé, Ban is survived by her son Sebastian, who left a heartfelt tribute to his late mother on her Instagram account.

Lynn Ban attends as Netflix and Michael Kors launch “Bling Empire: New York” at House of Red Pearl on Jan. 18, 2023, in New York. Photo: Getty Images
Fame and celebrity

Who has Donald Trump’s ‘special ambassador’ Jon Voight dated?

Hollywood star Jon Voight, who has been named a ‘special envoy’ by President Donald Trump, is said to have dated some of the most famous women in Tinseltown, including Diana Ross and Barbra Streisand.

Jon Voight is still working as an actor; Voight with Marcheline Bertrand, Angelina Jolie’s mother. Photos: Reuters, @vintage.phenomenon/Instagram
Celebrity Families

Meet Kerry Kennedy, RFK Jr’s sister, who isn’t afraid to oppose him and Trump

The Democrat and Kamala Harris supporter has spoken out against her brother’s nomination for US Health Secretary, citing concerns about his stance on vaccines and other health issues.

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Donald Trump

Macroscope | Trump’s glaring policy contradictions are both a blessing and a curse

Tensions within Trump’s economic policies could lead to some being scrapped, but they could also be a further source of chaos.

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The Philippines

US moves missile system that angered China to new Philippine site

The redeployment aims to enhance the system’s survivability and mobility during potential conflicts.

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Soldiers prepare a reload fixture of the Typhon system during a drill in the Philippines in 2024. Photo: US army
Donald Trump

Saudi crown prince vows US$600 billion investment in call with Trump

The US$600 billion pledge could help secure a return visit by the US president to Saudi Arabia.

China-EU relations

High-level EU-China talks to resume as diplomats prepare to meet in Munich

Kaja Kallas, who recently assumed the EU’s top diplomatic post, and Wang Yi will sit down next month.

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Hong Kong economy

Positive US-China ties top concern for Hong Kong-based businesses: AmCham poll

Survey from American Chamber of Commerce also finds 79 per cent of respondents have no intention of moving headquarters in next three years.

Respondents were also asked to evaluate Hong Kong’s business outlook, operating environment, legal considerations, US-China relations, human resources, the Greater Bay Area and other sector-specific topics. Photo: May Tse
Natural disasters

Explosive new wildfire erupts near Los Angeles, forcing thousands to flee

The fast-moving Hughes Fire stoked fresh fears in a region already devastated by two weeks of deadly infernos.

Flames rise behind vehicles as the Hughes Fire burns in Castaic Lake, California. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks fall as China’s market-boosting plan disappoints traders

At least 100 billion yuan of insurance funds will funnelled into A shares as part of a pilot programme within the first six months, regulators say.

Donald Trump

Trump picks an agent who covered him in shooting to lead Secret Service

Sean Curran was part of Donald Trump’s security detail during an attempted assassination in Pennsylvania last July.

South China Sea

Rubio backs Manila, condemns Beijing’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea

The US secretary of state opens his term by reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the Philippines and other regional allies.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) and Philippine Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo. Photo composite: AFP / AP
Japan

Japanese mum hopes Trump will get Kim to release her daughter after 48 years

The family of Megumi Yokota, who was 13 when she was abducted by North Korean agents in 1977, met the US president previously in Tokyo.

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Megumi Yokota, then 13, pictured at an undisclosed location in North Korea after her abduction from Japan. Photo: AP
Extreme weather

Worst snowstorm in 130 years plunges US South into frigid chaos

Residents used to preparing for floods and hurricanes are instead facing freezing temperatures and record snowfall.

Donald Trump

Pentagon orders 1,500 extra troops to secure US-Mexico border

Border security is a key priority for the US president, who declared a national emergency on his first day in office.

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