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Who is Natalie Harp, Trump's right-hand woman?

One of Trump's longest serving and most loyal aides, Harp was thrust again into the spotlight when Democrat Jon Ossoff noted her closeness to the president.

August 19, 2026

Trump nominates aide Heidi Overton to lead US Food and Drug Administration

A former conservative think tank leader, she holds degrees from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins' Bloomberg School of Public Health.

August 19, 2026

Trump put thousands of soldiers on Washington’s streets. They seldom stop crime - reuters.com

Trump put thousands of soldiers on Washington’s streets. They seldom stop crime reuters.com

August 19, 2026

Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says - Reuters

Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says Reuters

August 19, 2026

Take a timelapse ride along the IndyCar racetrack in Washington

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will take place 22-23 August. It's the first motor race to be held in the US capital.

August 18, 2026

How has the US-South Korea relationship evolved under Trump? - Reuters

How has the US-South Korea relationship evolved under Trump? Reuters

August 18, 2026

US says dozens of countries helped China dodge Trump's tariffs

A new US report said China had moved goods through nations with lower tariffs to dodge higher levies.

August 14, 2026

Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump's name on building - Reuters

Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump's name on building Reuters

August 13, 2026

Trump again tries to limit US birthright citizenship with new executive orders

The executive orders ban birth tourism and expand the existing definition of people whose children are not eligible for US birthright citizenship.

August 7, 2026

'Most exciting player' Eala shows 'Filipino heart' to make history

After making history in Washington, BBC Sport looks at Alexandra Eala's journey to her first title.

August 4, 2026

BP's $5.7bn profit highest since 2022 as Iran war pushes up oil price

Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.

August 4, 2026

Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies

A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

August 4, 2026

Eala becomes first Filipino to win WTA singles title

Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipino to win a WTA singles title as she beats top seed Jessica Pegula in a delayed Washington Open final.

August 3, 2026

'Future of tour' Eala beats Osaka to reach Washington final

Alexandra Eala continues her strong season with an impressive victory over Naomi Osaka to reach the Washington Open final.

August 2, 2026

Trump orders restrictions on export of critical minerals scrap, White House officials say - Reuters

Trump orders restrictions on export of critical minerals scrap, White House officials say Reuters

July 30, 2026

Worth $5m? Visitors react to renovated Washington horse statues

The Trump Administration has regilded the Arts of War statues near the Lincoln Memorial with 23.75-karat gold.

July 29, 2026

A look at Trump's $22bn plans to makeover Dulles Airport near Washington

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil reports from aboard one of the airport's iconic 'people movers' that have been in use since 1962.

July 29, 2026

Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in showdown with Republican lawmakers

Fauci invoked his right not to respond to questions in his opening statement, citing Senator Rand Paul's "unhinged obsession" with trying to put him "behind bars".

July 29, 2026

Russia sanctions championed by Graham clear first Senate hurdle as Zelenskiy visits - Reuters

Russia sanctions championed by Graham clear first Senate hurdle as Zelenskiy visits Reuters

July 28, 2026

Trump takes swipes at press during White House Correspondents' Dinner

The event celebrated press freedom after the first dinner was cancelled by a shooting in April.

July 25, 2026

Trump orders Smithsonian to post warnings about 'inaccurate' US history

The Trump administration has often accused the world's largest research museum of harbouring an anti-American bias.

July 25, 2026

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal - Reuters

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal Reuters

July 22, 2026

Trump alleges 'shocking vulnerabilities' in US election security ahead of midterms

The president accuses China of meddling in the 2020 election, directly contradicting past findings from US intelligence.

July 17, 2026

Rubio calls for global crackdown on far-left extremism

Democrats said the focus on left-wing groups was "politically partisan" and could target political opponents.

July 16, 2026

White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets

A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.

July 16, 2026

Epstein 'mistakes' and Trump ties: Key takeaways from Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing

Blanche faced bipartisan questioning on Wednesday as he seeks to take on the role of US attorney general permanently.

July 15, 2026

US Senate to grill Trump spy nominee Clayton on journalist subpoenas - Reuters

US Senate to grill Trump spy nominee Clayton on journalist subpoenas Reuters

July 15, 2026

Supreme Court justice describes wearing bulletproof vest and 'swatting' hoax at home

Two justices appeared before Congress to ask for $228m (£170.3m) in security funding as threats continue to rise - both in person and online.

July 14, 2026

Trump watches IndyCar pit stop outside White House

The event was a preview of the actual race that President Trump commissioned by signing an executive order in January.

July 13, 2026

Federal grand jury indicts 8 men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says - Reuters

Federal grand jury indicts 8 men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says Reuters

July 9, 2026

Trump says Sikorsky to fund White House helicopter landing pad - Reuters

Trump says Sikorsky to fund White House helicopter landing pad Reuters

July 6, 2026

Former Olympian indicted for allegedly vandalising Washington Reflecting Pool

US authorities charged him with property destruction after renovations championed by President Donald Trump appeared to go awry.

July 2, 2026

Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday

Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.

July 2, 2026

White House awarded no-bid contract for East Wing ballroom, Washington Post reports - Reuters

White House awarded no-bid contract for East Wing ballroom, Washington Post reports Reuters

June 30, 2026

Supreme Court blocks Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

The decision, seen as a win for central bank independence, sends the fight over removal back to the lower courts.

June 29, 2026

Trump signs agriculture-related executive orders, White House says - Reuters

Trump signs agriculture-related executive orders, White House says Reuters

June 25, 2026

Trump set to launch America250 festivities with a rally on the National Mall

A flyover by stealth bombers, a performance by God Bless the USA singer Lee Greenwood, and a Trump speech in the nation's capital will kick off weeks of festivities.

June 24, 2026

Congress passes war powers measure for first time, rebuking Trump's war with Iran

The resolution is largely symbolic, but it adds to pressure on the White House to end the conflict once and for all.

June 23, 2026

People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Pirro says - Reuters

People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Pirro says Reuters

June 21, 2026

Former Olympian denies vandalising Washington Reflecting Pool after arrest

Davey Hearn says he was simply touching the new paint at the site out of curiosity and did not remove or alter it.

June 21, 2026

Trump pauses spy chief confirmation in Congress

The US Senate Intelligence Committee chair said Jay Clayton's hearing is "unfortunately postponed".

June 17, 2026

Why is newly renovated Reflecting Pool in Washington DC full of algae?

The historic pool has turned green with algae just days after it was refilled with water following renovations.

June 16, 2026

As chair, Warsh finally has a chance to put stamp on Fed balance sheet - Reuters

As chair, Warsh finally has a chance to put stamp on Fed balance sheet Reuters

June 16, 2026

FBI thwarted plot targeting White House UFC event, Patel says

US media say the plan would have involved a drone attack. The FBI boss says multiple suspects are in custody.

June 16, 2026

Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks - Reuters

Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks Reuters

June 15, 2026

Newsom accuses Trump of directing politically motivated investigation - Reuters

Newsom accuses Trump of directing politically motivated investigation Reuters

June 15, 2026

Senator Cruz urges regulator to impose conditions on T-Mobile spectrum sale - Reuters

Senator Cruz urges regulator to impose conditions on T-Mobile spectrum sale Reuters

June 15, 2026

Exclusive: Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons - Reuters

Exclusive: Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons Reuters

June 15, 2026

Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension

The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.

June 15, 2026

Thunderstorms threaten Trump's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn

Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.

June 15, 2026

US, India to tackle trade at G7 but deal not imminent, US officials say - Reuters

US, India to tackle trade at G7 but deal not imminent, US officials say Reuters

June 13, 2026

As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?

As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going.

June 13, 2026

Amazon voiced concerns about Anthropic AI models before US crackdown, source says​ - Reuters

Amazon voiced concerns about Anthropic AI models before US crackdown, source says​ Reuters

June 13, 2026

The nuclear challenge at the heart of Trump's Iran negotiations

US officials say the deal will lead to the destruction of Iran's enriched uranium, but details are still to be worked out.

June 13, 2026

US-Iran deal scheduled to be signed on Sunday, says Trump

Before the US president's comments, Iran expressed caution about the exact timing.

June 13, 2026

Exclusive: US forces shoot down Iranian attack drones, source says - Reuters

Exclusive: US forces shoot down Iranian attack drones, source says Reuters

June 13, 2026

Trump administration must restore history, science materials at parks, US judge rules - Reuters

Trump administration must restore history, science materials at parks, US judge rules Reuters

June 12, 2026

Judge keeps order in place to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center - Reuters

Judge keeps order in place to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center Reuters

June 12, 2026

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn - Reuters

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn Reuters

June 12, 2026

Jane Fonda to host First Amendment celebration opposite Trump's UFC Freedom 250 event - Reuters

Jane Fonda to host First Amendment celebration opposite Trump's UFC Freedom 250 event Reuters

June 12, 2026

Trump 'anti-weaponisation' fund indefinitely blocked as judge wants guarantee it's abandoned

The proposed "anti-weaponisation" fund was announced to settle a lawsuit by Trump against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.

June 12, 2026

Ariana Grande to White House: Don't use my music for 'heinous nonsense' - Reuters

Ariana Grande to White House: Don't use my music for 'heinous nonsense' Reuters

June 11, 2026

US appeals court extends block on ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff - Reuters

US appeals court extends block on ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff Reuters

June 11, 2026

Police investigate '8647' written in grass on US national mall

"Eighty-six" is a slang term for "get rid of". Some US officials claim the numbers are meant to encourage violence against Trump, the 47th president.

June 11, 2026

Trump says he 'loves the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years

Consumers are increasingly feeling the strain of the US-Israel war in Iran.

June 11, 2026

White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say - Reuters

White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say Reuters

June 10, 2026

OpenAI says Chinese propaganda is being deployed to foment dissent over tariffs, data centers - Reuters

OpenAI says Chinese propaganda is being deployed to foment dissent over tariffs, data centers Reuters

June 10, 2026

'I love the inflation,' Trump says as prices rise amid Iran war - Reuters

'I love the inflation,' Trump says as prices rise amid Iran war Reuters

June 10, 2026

Oracle awarded US contract to provide government-wide HR software - Reuters

Oracle awarded US contract to provide government-wide HR software Reuters

June 10, 2026

Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated'

The Microsoft co-founder spent hours talking to lawmakers behind closed doors, where he also said Epstein used his marital infidelities to pressure him.

June 10, 2026

US House passes $70 billion bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol - Reuters

US House passes $70 billion bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol Reuters

June 9, 2026

Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading

After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.

June 9, 2026

Watch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him

In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.

June 8, 2026

Watch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him

Watch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him

June 8, 2026

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general - Reuters

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general Reuters

June 8, 2026

UFC White House event challenged by lawsuit

The UFC White House event scheduled to take place on 14 June is challenged by a federal lawsuit alleging it is unlawful.

June 8, 2026

US says it will speed development and use of AI for national security - Reuters

US says it will speed development and use of AI for national security Reuters

June 5, 2026

Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies

The US president said on Friday he expects to meet the leaders of top AI companies next week.

June 5, 2026

'Cancel it', Trump says after artists drop out of US Freedom 250 festival

Trump suggests holding a "Make America Great Again" rally instead after most headliners drop out of White-House-linked event.

May 31, 2026

Trump says he will 'transfer' Kennedy Center to Congress after court setback - Reuters

Trump says he will 'transfer' Kennedy Center to Congress after court setback Reuters

May 29, 2026

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports - Reuters

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports Reuters

May 27, 2026

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says - Reuters

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says Reuters

May 26, 2026

Workers paint Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool blue

The renovation of the Washington DC monument is one of President Trump's efforts to beautify the capital ahead of the nation's 250th birthday.

May 10, 2026

Trump plans to fire US FDA chief Makary, sources say - Reuters

Trump plans to fire US FDA chief Makary, sources say Reuters

May 8, 2026

White House considering naming FDA food chief as acting commissioner - Reuters

White House considering naming FDA food chief as acting commissioner Reuters

May 8, 2026

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post

The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

May 8, 2026

Washington Hilton says it was using Secret Service protocols on night of attack - Reuters

Washington Hilton says it was using Secret Service protocols on night of attack Reuters

April 27, 2026

King Charles on US mission to bolster UK's special relationship with 'royalist' Trump - Reuters

King Charles on US mission to bolster UK's special relationship with 'royalist' Trump Reuters

April 23, 2026

US House Oversight chair vows hearings with Epstein victims after Melania Trump's speech - Reuters

US House Oversight chair vows hearings with Epstein victims after Melania Trump's speech Reuters

April 10, 2026

Fed asks about US banks' exposure to private credit firms, Bloomberg reports - Reuters

Fed asks about US banks' exposure to private credit firms, Bloomberg reports Reuters

April 10, 2026

Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans - Reuters

Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans Reuters

April 10, 2026

Trump's peace board faces cash crunch, stalling Gaza plan, sources say - Reuters

Trump's peace board faces cash crunch, stalling Gaza plan, sources say Reuters

April 10, 2026

IBM to pay $17 million to settle US government probe over DEI - Reuters

IBM to pay $17 million to settle US government probe over DEI Reuters

April 10, 2026

Melania Trump's speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront

She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation.

April 10, 2026

Why is Melania Trump speaking out about Epstein now?

The first lady denied connections to the late convicted sex offender, telling reporters any claims linking the two "need to end".

April 10, 2026

U.S. Democrats keep pressure on Trump regulators over 'suspicious' trades - Reuters

U.S. Democrats keep pressure on Trump regulators over 'suspicious' trades Reuters

April 10, 2026

US inflation jumps to highest level in almost two years

A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.

April 10, 2026

Melania's Epstein speech, Iran talks and Tesla’s new car - Reuters

Melania's Epstein speech, Iran talks and Tesla’s new car Reuters

April 10, 2026

US has let in 4,499 refugees since October - all but three were South African

Trump has given priority to Afrikaners, a white minority group he says is being persecuted. South Africa has objected to his characterisation.

April 10, 2026

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war - Reuters

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war Reuters

April 10, 2026

White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets

The platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making bets on global events.

April 10, 2026

US judge says Pentagon violated court order to restore press access - Reuters

US judge says Pentagon violated court order to restore press access Reuters

April 9, 2026

Melania Trump denies ties to Jeffrey Epstein and urges hearing for survivors

She called rumours that Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump "mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation".

April 9, 2026

Melania Trump: 'I never had a relationship with Epstein'

Watch the first lady's full statement from the White House as she addresses her links to the late sex offender.

April 9, 2026

Cash-strapped US Postal Service suspends contributions to pension plan - Reuters

Cash-strapped US Postal Service suspends contributions to pension plan Reuters

April 9, 2026

Exclusive: Chinese business hired lobbying firm with ties to Don Jr, then scored a win in Washington - Reuters

Exclusive: Chinese business hired lobbying firm with ties to Don Jr, then scored a win in Washington Reuters

April 9, 2026

White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May - Reuters

White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May Reuters

April 9, 2026

Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage - Reuters

Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage Reuters

April 8, 2026

US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations - Reuters

US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations Reuters

April 8, 2026

Fed minutes show growing openness to rate hikes at March meeting - Reuters

Fed minutes show growing openness to rate hikes at March meeting Reuters

April 8, 2026

US military says it's ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails - Reuters

US military says it's ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails Reuters

April 8, 2026

Former attorney general Pam Bondi will not testify on Epstein files next week, justice department says

Bondi will not face a congressional committee because she is no longer the US attorney general, the justice department told the panel.

April 8, 2026

Trump announces 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons - Reuters

Trump announces 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons Reuters

April 8, 2026

Trump meets NATO chief as Iran war strains alliance - Reuters

Trump meets NATO chief as Iran war strains alliance Reuters

April 8, 2026

Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation

The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile figure to agree to testify before the committee investigating Epstein's wrongdoing.

April 7, 2026

White House says increased productivity means Fed can cut rates - Reuters

White House says increased productivity means Fed can cut rates Reuters

April 6, 2026

Trump threatens to hit Iran infrastructure on Tuesday if Strait remains blocked - Reuters

Trump threatens to hit Iran infrastructure on Tuesday if Strait remains blocked Reuters

April 5, 2026

Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations - Reuters

Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations Reuters

April 3, 2026

Trump seeks $1.5tn for defence alongside domestic spending cuts

The US president's new budget would cut non-defence spending by 10%, partly by slashing domestic programmes.

April 3, 2026

White House seeks $5.6 billion cut to NASA budget in 2027 - Reuters

White House seeks $5.6 billion cut to NASA budget in 2027 Reuters

April 3, 2026

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US - reuters.com

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US reuters.com

April 3, 2026

Artemis II leaves Earth's orbit on track for far side of the Moon

The mission's last, big push on its lunar journey takes humans out of the Earth's orbit for the first time since 1972.

April 3, 2026

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis - reuters.com

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis reuters.com

April 3, 2026

Trump vows to hit more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz - reuters.com

Trump vows to hit more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz reuters.com

April 3, 2026

Hegseth asks US Army's top general to step down

Gen Randy George was nominated for the role in 2023 by former President Joe Biden.

April 2, 2026

What to know about Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche

The former prosecutor has a long-standing relationship with President Trump, having represented him in the criminal hush-money case.

April 2, 2026

Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US - unless firms strike a deal

The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

April 2, 2026

Trump removes US Attorney General Pam Bondi

Bondi's time as America's top law enforcement officer was overshadowed by the justice department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

April 2, 2026

Trump to reduce steel, aluminum tariff rates for derivative products, sources say - Reuters

Trump to reduce steel, aluminum tariff rates for derivative products, sources say Reuters

April 2, 2026

US trade deficit widens in February as imports offset record exports - Reuters

US trade deficit widens in February as imports offset record exports Reuters

April 2, 2026

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic - Reuters

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic Reuters

April 2, 2026

Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project - Reuters

Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project Reuters

April 2, 2026

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters - Reuters

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters Reuters

April 1, 2026

Rubio says US can see 'finish line' on Iran war - Reuters

Rubio says US can see 'finish line' on Iran war Reuters

April 1, 2026

Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks - Reuters

Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks Reuters

March 31, 2026

Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case - Reuters

Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case Reuters

March 31, 2026

Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump's White House ballroom

The Republican-appointed judge ruled that Trump was the "steward" of the White House, but not the "owner".

March 31, 2026

Exclusive: US counterterror officials plan antifa summit, sources say - Reuters

Exclusive: US counterterror officials plan antifa summit, sources say Reuters

March 31, 2026

White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex - Reuters

White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex Reuters

March 30, 2026

Trump says White House ballroom is ahead of schedule - Reuters

Trump says White House ballroom is ahead of schedule Reuters

March 30, 2026

Partial government shutdown becomes the longest in US history

The 44-day funding lapse for the Department of Homeland Security has led to travel chaos at US airports.

March 30, 2026

US Department of Homeland Security says Lewandowski has left after Noem's firing - Reuters

US Department of Homeland Security says Lewandowski has left after Noem's firing Reuters

March 29, 2026

Iran war splits older and younger conservatives - as pressure builds for Trump to find exit ramp

More than a thousand miles from Washington, the conflict was a dominant topic of conversation at CPAC.

March 28, 2026

Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal - Reuters

Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal Reuters

March 27, 2026

'It's absolutely beautiful': DC's cherry blossoms burst into peak bloom

A period of warm weather in Washington DC helped blossoms reach a peak bloom before April 1 for the seventh year in a row.

March 27, 2026

At CPAC, Republicans close ranks behind Trump on Iran war - Reuters

At CPAC, Republicans close ranks behind Trump on Iran war Reuters

March 26, 2026

Trump accused of showing classified map to passengers on private flight

A 2023 memo also alleges that after leaving office, Trump retained another record so sensitive that only six people in the government had access to it.

March 25, 2026

US Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as homeland security chief

The US senator will now oversee the embattled department after a series of immigration enforcement blunders.

March 24, 2026

White House eyes Iran’s parliament speaker Ghalibaf as potential US-backed leader, Politico reports - Reuters

White House eyes Iran’s parliament speaker Ghalibaf as potential US-backed leader, Politico reports Reuters

March 23, 2026

Robert Mueller, special counsel who probed but did not charge Trump, dies at 81 - Reuters

Robert Mueller, special counsel who probed but did not charge Trump, dies at 81 Reuters

March 21, 2026

Epstein's personal lawyer tells Congress he had no knowledge of financier's crimes

Attorney Darren Indyke is the latest to answer questions from the House Oversight Committee for its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

March 19, 2026

Trump administration seeks $200bn in military funding in wake of Iran war

President Donald Trump says the US needs "vast amounts of ammunition" as the world is "very volatile."

March 19, 2026

Trump's homeland security pick Mullin faces senators' questions

The Republican from Oklahoma will be questioned by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee on Wednesday.

March 18, 2026

Judge blocks RFK Jr's changes to US childhood vaccine schedule

Kennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts.

March 17, 2026

Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, urging Trump to 'reverse course'

National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump "started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby".

March 17, 2026

Gulf states press US to neutralise Iran for good as Hormuz crisis deepens - Reuters

Gulf states press US to neutralise Iran for good as Hormuz crisis deepens Reuters

March 16, 2026

Trump's White House chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer

Wiles will continue to work "virtually full time at the White House" while undergoing treatment, the US president said.

March 16, 2026

Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?

They have engaged a lobbying firm with close ties to the US president to argue their case.

March 15, 2026

Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year

The Trump ally's departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.

March 14, 2026

US FAA lifts ground stop at the three Washington-area airports - Reuters

US FAA lifts ground stop at the three Washington-area airports Reuters

March 13, 2026

US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening - Reuters

US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening Reuters

March 12, 2026

Trump: US benefits from high oil prices, but priority is stopping Iran - Reuters

Trump: US benefits from high oil prices, but priority is stopping Iran Reuters

March 12, 2026

Stocks dip, Treasury yields jump as oil pushes higher - Reuters

Stocks dip, Treasury yields jump as oil pushes higher Reuters

March 11, 2026

U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz, White House says - Reuters

U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz, White House says Reuters

March 10, 2026

Exclusive: As many as 150 US troops wounded so far in Iran war, sources say - Reuters

Exclusive: As many as 150 US troops wounded so far in Iran war, sources say Reuters

March 10, 2026

Iran not more formidable than thought, top U.S. general says - Reuters

Iran not more formidable than thought, top U.S. general says Reuters

March 10, 2026

Alexander Butterfield, who revealed Nixon Watergate tapes, dies aged 99

He disclosed then-President Richard Nixon had a recording system in the Oval Office.

March 10, 2026

Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes - Reuters

Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes Reuters

March 10, 2026

Rising prices, mixed messages: Iran war is fraught with political risk for Trump

The war's price, measured in damage to the economy and in political costs to Trump, is still coming into view.

March 10, 2026

Democratic US senators demand immediate hearings on Iran war - Reuters

Democratic US senators demand immediate hearings on Iran war Reuters

March 10, 2026

Americans expect gasoline prices to keep rising after Iran strikes, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters

Americans expect gasoline prices to keep rising after Iran strikes, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters

March 9, 2026

Trump tells NY Post he is 'nowhere near' deciding to send troops to Iran to secure nuclear stockpile - Reuters

Trump tells NY Post he is 'nowhere near' deciding to send troops to Iran to secure nuclear stockpile Reuters

March 9, 2026

NTSB board member Inman says he was fired by White House - Reuters

NTSB board member Inman says he was fired by White House Reuters

March 8, 2026

White House halts security bulletin warning of Iran-related threats - Reuters

White House halts security bulletin warning of Iran-related threats Reuters

March 7, 2026

SpongeBob, Iron Man and Call of Duty: Inside the US meme war against Iran - Reuters

SpongeBob, Iron Man and Call of Duty: Inside the US meme war against Iran Reuters

March 7, 2026

Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' as Iran war enters second week - Reuters

Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' as Iran war enters second week Reuters

March 7, 2026

US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel - Reuters

US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel Reuters

March 7, 2026

US pump prices surge as Iran war upends global energy supply - Reuters

US pump prices surge as Iran war upends global energy supply Reuters

March 7, 2026

US draws up strict new AI guidelines amid Anthropic clash, FT reports - Reuters

US draws up strict new AI guidelines amid Anthropic clash, FT reports Reuters

March 7, 2026

After Iran, will Trump turn his eyes to Cuba?

During a White House event with the Inter Miami CF soccer team, the US president said the island was “ready to fall”.

March 6, 2026

College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order - Reuters

College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order Reuters

March 6, 2026

Trump sets his sights on crisis-hit Cuba after Iran action

The US president has claimed the Cuban authorities “want to make a deal so bad”.

March 6, 2026

Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery

The company says its "mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda," in response to the latest White House meme.

March 6, 2026

Canada and US resume trade talks after months-long pause

Canada's minister for US-Canada trade Dominic LeBlanc is in Washington as talks over the future of the USMCA free trade deal ramp up.

March 6, 2026

Pentagon taps former DOGE official to lead its AI efforts - Reuters

Pentagon taps former DOGE official to lead its AI efforts Reuters

March 6, 2026

Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' - Reuters

Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' Reuters

March 6, 2026

From killing her dog to luxury jets: Six times Kristi Noem made headlines

Noem boosted deportations during her first year, but her controversies reportedly frustrated Trump.

March 6, 2026

Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” - Reuters

Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” Reuters

March 6, 2026

US House rejects war powers resolution, backs Trump on Iran war - Reuters

US House rejects war powers resolution, backs Trump on Iran war Reuters

March 5, 2026

Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of White House and Washington - Reuters

Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of White House and Washington Reuters

March 5, 2026

Trade court orders tariff refunds in setback for Trump administration

A trade court has cleared the way for businesses to receive refunds for tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down last month.

March 5, 2026

Majority of US Senate votes to block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, voting continues - Reuters

Majority of US Senate votes to block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, voting continues Reuters

March 4, 2026

Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms - Reuters

Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms Reuters

March 4, 2026

White House submits Warsh nomination as Fed chair to Senate - Reuters

White House submits Warsh nomination as Fed chair to Senate Reuters

March 4, 2026

US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues

The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.

March 4, 2026

Exclusive: Defense executives plan to meet at White House as strikes on Iran diminish stockpiles - Reuters

Exclusive: Defense executives plan to meet at White House as strikes on Iran diminish stockpiles Reuters

March 4, 2026

Trump administration debates allowing Tencent to keep its gaming stakes, FT reports - Reuters

Trump administration debates allowing Tencent to keep its gaming stakes, FT reports Reuters

March 4, 2026

Kristi Noem grilled over Alex Pretti statement, and other key takeaways from Senate hearing

Both Republicans and Democrats criticised Noem for her leadership of the Department of Homeland Security.

March 3, 2026

Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?

If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food

March 3, 2026

Leaked photo, hot tub, and Pizzagate - video of Clintons' testimony on Epstein ties released

The newly released videos show Bill and Hillary Clinton sitting through separate depositions about Jeffrey Epstein.

March 3, 2026

US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says - Reuters

US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says Reuters

March 2, 2026

Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say - Reuters

Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say Reuters

March 2, 2026

Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use

The move announced on social media comes after a standoff between Anthropic's boss and the Ministry of Defense.

February 28, 2026

Trump raises prospect of 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, says Rubio in talks - Reuters

Trump raises prospect of 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, says Rubio in talks Reuters

February 27, 2026

Trump says of Iran: Sometimes you have to use force - Reuters

Trump says of Iran: Sometimes you have to use force Reuters

February 27, 2026

At least 10 FBI agents who worked on Trump investigation fired

The terminated FBI staffers all participated in a probe into Trump's handling of classified documents after his first term.

February 26, 2026

Trump administration moves to nix Biden-era limits on independent contractors - Reuters

Trump administration moves to nix Biden-era limits on independent contractors Reuters

February 26, 2026

US justice department accused of withholding Trump-related Epstein files

The top Democrat on the congressional panel investigating Epstein has called on the attorney general to publish the material.

February 26, 2026

Most Americans back Trump's deportation goals but not his tactics, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters

Most Americans back Trump's deportation goals but not his tactics, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters

February 26, 2026

Americans trust vaccines, school mandates, rejecting Trump agenda, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters

Americans trust vaccines, school mandates, rejecting Trump agenda, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters

February 25, 2026

Watch: Iran, Olympics and partisan divisions among takeaways from Trump speech

The US president's speech to Congress included spats with political rivals and special guests.

February 25, 2026

Key moments from Trump's big speech

A Democratic ejection and a patriotic parade by ice hockey players were among the colourful moments during the State of the Union address.

February 25, 2026

Analysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial elections

The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.

February 25, 2026

Trump says he has told big tech companies to build their own power plants - Reuters

Trump says he has told big tech companies to build their own power plants Reuters

February 25, 2026

State of the Union live updates: Trump delivers address to Congress - Reuters

State of the Union live updates: Trump delivers address to Congress Reuters

February 24, 2026

US threatens Anthropic with deadline in dispute on AI safeguards

The AI developer laid out red lines on military use of its products, a source said.

February 24, 2026

Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia - Reuters

Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia Reuters

February 24, 2026

Democratic state AGs announce lawsuit against Trump administration over US vaccine policy - Reuters

Democratic state AGs announce lawsuit against Trump administration over US vaccine policy Reuters

February 24, 2026

Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate

The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.

February 24, 2026

Exclusive: Trump eyes Pentagon AI program for trade block's minerals pricing, sources say - Reuters

Exclusive: Trump eyes Pentagon AI program for trade block's minerals pricing, sources say Reuters

February 24, 2026

Most Americans say Trump is growing erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters

Most Americans say Trump is growing erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters

February 24, 2026

Gold falls from three-week high on profit-booking, firm dollar - Reuters

Gold falls from three-week high on profit-booking, firm dollar Reuters

February 24, 2026

Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest - Reuters

Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest Reuters

February 23, 2026

What to watch for during Trump's State of the Union address

BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush on who may skip the speech, why the president is fuming at the Supreme Court, and what policies could, or couldn’t, be in for a shake‑up.

February 23, 2026

Judge blocks release of Smith's report on Trump classified documents case

The ruling says that releasing the report would cause "irreparable damage" to Trump and violate "basic notions of fairness and justice".

February 23, 2026

Meta users survey found 19% of young teens on Instagram report seeing unwanted nude images - Reuters

Meta users survey found 19% of young teens on Instagram report seeing unwanted nude images Reuters

February 23, 2026

US judge permanently blocks release of report on Trump documents case - Reuters

US judge permanently blocks release of report on Trump documents case Reuters

February 23, 2026

US tariff policy 'hasn't changed', says Trump's trade representative

Jamieson Greer says the legal basis for global import taxes will simply adapt to Friday's Supreme Court ruling.

February 23, 2026

Morning Bid: Counting the cost of tariff chaos - Reuters

Morning Bid: Counting the cost of tariff chaos Reuters

February 23, 2026

US to stop collecting tariffs deemed illegal by Supreme Court on Tuesday - Reuters

US to stop collecting tariffs deemed illegal by Supreme Court on Tuesday Reuters

February 23, 2026

Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says

The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time.

February 22, 2026

US DHS to pause TSA PreCheck and Global Entry as shutdown continues, Washington Post reports - Reuters

US DHS to pause TSA PreCheck and Global Entry as shutdown continues, Washington Post reports Reuters

February 22, 2026

From Venezuela to immigration crackdown, Project 2025 provided Trump's roadmap

Just a year into Trump's second term, and about half of Project 2025's policies have been implemented, observers say.

February 22, 2026

Macron says US Supreme Court tariff ruling shows it is good to have counterweights to power in democracies - Reuters

Macron says US Supreme Court tariff ruling shows it is good to have counterweights to power in democracies Reuters

February 21, 2026

Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy - Reuters

Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy Reuters

February 21, 2026

How will Trump's new 10% global tariffs work and what's next?

The Supreme Court's decision has led questions over whether people can get a refund over the unlawful tariffs.

February 21, 2026

Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices over tariffs ruling

The six justices who voted against the tariffs, dealing a major blow to his signature economic policy, should be "absolutely ashamed", Trump said.

February 21, 2026

Trump meets Vietnam leader, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists - Reuters

Trump meets Vietnam leader, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists Reuters

February 21, 2026

Supreme Court checks Trump's expansive view of executive power - Reuters

Supreme Court checks Trump's expansive view of executive power Reuters

February 21, 2026

Law firms gird for tariff refund fight after Supreme Court ruling - Reuters

Law firms gird for tariff refund fight after Supreme Court ruling Reuters

February 20, 2026

Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, imposes new 10% levy - Reuters

Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, imposes new 10% levy Reuters

February 20, 2026

Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran

Trump's new threat came a day after he appeared to give Iran about 10 days to agree to a deal to curb its nuclear programme.

February 20, 2026

US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks - Reuters

US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks Reuters

February 20, 2026

'Embarrassment to their families': Trump denounces Supreme Court justices after tariffs ruling - Reuters

'Embarrassment to their families': Trump denounces Supreme Court justices after tariffs ruling Reuters

February 20, 2026

Supreme Court has taken away Trump's leverage with tariff ruling, says Bessent - Reuters

Supreme Court has taken away Trump's leverage with tariff ruling, says Bessent Reuters

February 20, 2026

'Hard to keep lights on' - Business owners cautiously welcome tariff ruling

A toy importer says the Supreme Court decision was a rebuff to "insane fluctuations" in duties.

February 20, 2026

Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court - Reuters

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February 20, 2026

Trump says he will sign order imposing a 10% global tariff - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipgFBVV95cUxPRjNDZ0J1NmUwcnN1a243aTYyTnNrNFV6VVJGS05UVGZWTklmNWVKV191SjFLYkNHdjhjMG4ycmxyeFZaV1VYaERmMExEWmZ5N1h6MHFlQy02QVl5b2JZejBYSldFeENlMC02ZnBlU3NXZnRRZEVOQUtodmdoVnV5NVpUaG1aWmpuNHBLMlVLMnY2NXlwWGxyVURPV3hZbEgyaU1RZk5R?oc=5" target="_blank">Trump says he will sign order imposing a 10% global tariff</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

FCC asks networks to air 'pro-America content' to mark nation's 250th birthday - Reuters

FCC asks networks to air 'pro-America content' to mark nation's 250th birthday Reuters

February 20, 2026

US Supreme Court ruling overturning Trump tariffs could spook bond vigilantes - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxOMXVwS3pUcjdrSjg0N1hlNDM1cWxLejBaQU1DWFY1QnloM0tnZExRVnJ3T05ZVzlGUFZ6cFVJcVFiVDJUclIxdTFxcHF0Y29tWllDeVV3Mzh1ODluNmtOcGpXZXEtV0dtQU5MRkd3M0RRT3Y5b2xNWTI0ekpoeThONlMtc01JVk1KQlNQQTZRSG5ESjBmSkNCbUlGTUoxaHBnQUpxRFg1emtseVo4WHoyRDNoanFiRlg4RTdWRw?oc=5" target="_blank">US Supreme Court ruling overturning Trump tariffs could spook bond vigilantes</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping global tariffs

The ruling opens the door to potentially hundreds of billions of dollars in tariff refunds.

February 20, 2026

A rare 'no' for Trump, but not necessarily an end to tariffs

If you think the Supreme Court ruling heralds a return to pre-Trump business as usual - think again.

February 20, 2026

Trump to travel to China next month, with US trade policy in focus - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipgFBVV95cUxPa3BUM2h5NkY5SkpCb0RJdjRGTEZOd3VMa290bmo2cVA1bkd6R29oYi1CVWszR09IWEU5NEVkLTY0YzlHMzE3Y2lJb2ExN0x5N0xfdm5VODRfLTJjek1hUjgwTWYyQkNIRGVLUzdrNGJRNUhHNTRvLTRGcUNHVWdoZWhmcDZnLVhyTEwwZTJrZ3BjZ2hkYlNGME1zSXY1YXdxNDdnVFdB?oc=5" target="_blank">Trump to travel to China next month, with US trade policy in focus</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Supreme Court live: Trump plans 10% global tariff, says refund fights may take years - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipgFBVV95cUxPNEJKVzNpdGxwNEdQQ0FaZnNBZ3pMVnhZWklNcmcxNmhrV2pSMU8xWlMzOUpFSUdydng0VTZGZEt0bkpMRnlsb1JENGZzMmxfVnQ4YXlJUWhoR1BPY2NUMWwtVXNXanZwT0g2bl9xdFpDOXVoemh2d0R2NFpwWmVSQU1mbHRndy15YzhaX2wyd29fQ0hPOWNMM0lOeHAyYU9EeHZBMGtR?oc=5" target="_blank">Supreme Court live: Trump plans 10% global tariff, says refund fights may take years</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's global tariffs - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMioAFBVV95cUxOeWFtcjJKM1FoR2pkVldFNncwblBySWNKWGxLdDU3blVuUWJ5eDhvSVgxUVBIX1NxNXVtdVJZRXdYUU1zUlNwQVo5MGloXzhveGw1WnpIY1FsNlRWX053cHRuY2NoSU1mXzNmNm1WczVjWDBMUDduVHZkUndtOE01YlJ0UlhjdU82Z1RDZWVUYk5PVEhucS13SDE3a3hPa1NX?oc=5" target="_blank">US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's global tariffs</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMioAFBVV95cUxQYTJGa1R2SUpPZ1dDOU0yQ1B5UXcySG5ZMndaNDJGbWh6MFlvZ19yVXoySmszUXNueWdSSGZ1NTRZS0tSTmRNRWR2TUdGTnFmTjk4NEwwWWU5VFJzcW5KZThmSkthODNOeDJvaEg0NkxQN0RaVWZRMW1aY3Iwc25kbU5IUThHZGhtT3hCTzh6bjRnZ01rUU5ZT014OTQ3cGN3?oc=5" target="_blank">Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

US economic growth likely slowed to a still-brisk pace in fourth quarter - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirgFBVV95cUxOQzNMd08yS3ozTjNKUzQtb2hHeWRvbHg2ZUNBRlFXWXBEYlo3bDRFemxmQ2lHWjZiR3JzYkJhSHY4TmY1RzRoMXY3ZklzWkdhcVhKOUFaMkNRVG1YX2N4QVBfZHo5LWcwdGNkT2dpRHBVbmRvdjA1YkVHOWxTMFJxbGxnb1pCZncyNnhOTDBLaThOWUhGS2puUnRsOHF3M2FGQmJGcmtBSHk1R3FSR1E?oc=5" target="_blank">US economic growth likely slowed to a still-brisk pace in fourth quarter</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Banner of Donald Trump unfurled at Justice Department headquarters - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqAFBVV95cUxPLXlWb01MVHdla0NsRzdVaWVYTWctakd0VWs4ZXpOUF94QjhzelZFRVdvUFNhOVZQdlJ1eDFuZ1VfUkdhVGdUQUZYeElJMXY1MFkzMThPeUswT3BuSXhOdXBueWpkVWxRNFVkVHRaLVRUZkNnODVNUzZuXzBLM2hyQjZsN3FfWXlDQkdiLWZDNnRHalpzM2U2Qm83WFhha0Y4YjRBaFpnT3Q?oc=5" target="_blank">Banner of Donald Trump unfurled at Justice Department headquarters</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

US Labor Secretary's husband barred from department over sexual assault allegations, NYT reports - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivwFBVV95cUxQZmRRazlPNDFqb1lWYlp5YnNsdEFUY3dSM1FNb2x1eGZVRy1mVlQzNEswQTJ6R0tJVlVkSFRVaW52SXJSS2xjYV81WWRydjFXd3lCWlVBZUJVbGtPaHRJTjhlMnNoVElIMm54M0hKTjBsb0ZCX1p1dVZlcGo2THZCUnQtQWFYVnRHXzBqcENhZGRjRTBGZFFVMnhuMThudWNqUDBIUDB0UGxzb2o4dHh5SDZESjNEd2JfU2gtcXJzUQ?oc=5" target="_blank">US Labor Secretary's husband barred from department over sexual assault allegations, NYT reports</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Nasa boss says Boeing Starliner failure one of worst in its history

The agency released a critical report that puts the Starliner incident at same mistake level assigned to the fatal Columbia and Challenger shuttle disasters.

February 20, 2026

Trump directs US government to prepare release of files on aliens and UFOs

Trump says he will seek release of files on extraterrestrials, "based on the tremendous interest shown".

February 20, 2026

Indonesia secures 19% tariff deal with US, palm oil and other commodities exempt - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwgFBVV95cUxQdld0elJlakRDRWNvMWoxUmF6NklxZnpueEtfT21QVE15dkdPcXo4NkpSMHNQdkREOEVGN2lDSFYzVEF2MmRKcVBud1Y1TjlpbEN3ME82NVVQOTdNTGpNWWxXdldxN1BXcXRkZGFCajVIS3NxX0p3RWF3T2hWcE14SVFSMVl6d1MwWjdkUXlORm5YU2tCVFZjZXlBMlNvRmNvSHZxMGhpbkEtMkI1dU1lYW9adnFjeDZEYVZ0T1ZBbDUtdw?oc=5" target="_blank">Indonesia secures 19% tariff deal with US, palm oil and other commodities exempt</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 20, 2026

Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQSGp3MF9TMzNuMTdCbFJkQWhfUEN0eXZTWERYYW9PVEYybENvQk9zRVk0MnBrOFVaQXUzbDBOeTVZd1h0VjhBNFI3dVpta1h4bkdqLTF0b1lqcUw2VzY3VXBQeTZsaVV1OVgxUlhWS3RweU1xckRSZjIzRkYzX0VNUk9sbDFMUEQ3YUYyMjVBQmhyUVBRUFVKdnVVWQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

February 19, 2026