United States
Houthis Say US Ship Hit In Gulf Of Aden Attack
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed another attack on a US ship early Friday, after the United States launched fresh strikes on rebel targets over their aggression towards vessels in and around the Red Sea.
Uvalde Shooting Reveals 'Cascading Failures' and Lack of Urgency: Justice Department Report
The DOJ found that police officers "demonstrated no urgency" in the situation, as required, and did not treat it as an active shooter scenario
Texas Rejects Biden Administration's Cease-and-Desist Letter over Blocking of Border Area
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said the state will "continue utilizing its constitutional authority to defend her territory"
Ex-Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Banned From Entering US For 'Corruption'
U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement Wednesday that the department has "credible information indicating that Giammattei accepted bribes in exchange for the performance of his public functions during his tenure as president of Guatemala, actions that undermined the rule of law and government transparency."
Sexual Assault Accuser Confronts Trump In NY Trial
E. Jean Carroll, 80, is seeking more than $10 million alleging that Trump defamed her in 2019 when she had just come out with her assault allegation, saying she "is not my type."
Biden Administration Set to Receive Mexican Delegation to Discuss Migration Measures
Mexican Foreign Minister Alicia Bárcena will lead the group that will visit Washington on Friday
US Judge Blocks JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger
A US federal judge on Tuesday ruled against JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, saying that the deal would reduce competition.
Europe Slow To Join US-led Red Sea Mission Against Houthis
European countries have promised only low-key military support to counter Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea shipping, as they balance geopolitical and domestic concerns with economic fears.
Most Latinos Believe Supreme Court's Ban on Considering Race in College Admissions Was a Good Decision
The figure is in line with the national average, reveals a Gallup poll
These are the Best Companies to Work in the United States This Year
Bain & Company leads an annual ranking by Glassdoor, followed by Nvidia. More about the list
Most Young Adults in the U.S. no Longer Believe the American Dream Holds True
According to a new ABC News poll, only 21% still believes the concept to hold. The drop was sharp among all groups surveyed
OpenAI To Launch Anti-disinformation Tools For 2024 Elections
ChatGPT maker OpenAI has said it will introduce tools to combat disinformation ahead of the dozens of elections this year in countries that are home to half the world's population.
US Envoy Says Frozen Russian Assets Could Be 'Easy' Ukraine Funding
The US special envoy for Ukraine's economic recovery said Monday that tapping frozen Russian assets would be an "easy" source of money for Kyiv, but the G7 must first agree collectively to do it.
Iowa Caucus's Turnout Could be Impacted by Freezing Temperatures Across the State
Wind chills can push temperatures as low as -45 degrees Fahrenheit over the course of the day
Woman, Two Children Die Crossing Río Grande; BP Says Texas Troops Blocked them from Intervening
Texas authorities rejected the claim, saying they couldn't find migrants in need of help in the river
Where Does the U.S. Rank in the New List of Most Powerful Passports in the World?
The country is in seventh place, allowing its holders to enter 185 countries without needing a visa
Taco Craze: Proximity to Mexican Restaurants Reaches Nearly Every Corner of U.S.
Only 1% of the population lives in a county without a Mexican restaurant, according to a new analysis by the Pew Research Center
China, Russia Trade Soared In 2023 As Commerce With US Sank
China-Russia trade reached more than $240 billion, customs figures showed, overshooting a goal of $200 billion set by the neighbours in bilateral meetings last year.
This Is What Mexico Wants the Biden Administration to Do to Help Stem the Flow of Migrants to the U.S.
According media, Mexico brings significant leverage to the ongoing negotiations, expected to resume this month
China's Top Diplomat Says Ties With US 'Stabilised' Last Year
China's foreign minister said Tuesday that relations with the United States "stabilised" last year, as the two powers seek to put ties on a surer footing in 2024.
Festive Moods: 11 U.S. Holidays in 2024 Versus Latin America, A Cultural Calendar Contrast
The U.S. is among the countries with the least amount of public holidays in the region
New York City Hits Back at Texas, Sues Charter Bus Companies Transporting Migrants for $700 Million
"We cannot bear the cost of reckless political ploys from the state of Texas alone," said NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Exclusive: How Hispanic Access Foundation Seeks to Develop Next Generation of Latino Leaders
The Latin Times spoke with Maite Arce, President and CEO of Hispanic Access Foundation, about the organization's work, goals and challenges
N Korea's Kim Calls For Expanded Missile Launcher Production
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for expanded production of missile launchers in preparation for a "military showdown" with South Korea and the United States, state media said Friday.
Navajo Object To Depositing Human Remains On Moon
The United States will soon launch its first spacecraft to attempt a soft lunar landing since the Apollo era, in a historic collaboration with the private sector -- but not everyone is celebrating.
SB4: Federal Government Sues Texas Over Immigration Enforcement Law, Claims It's Unconstitutional
Set to go into effect in March, the law allows state officials to arrest and deport migrants crossing the border unlawfully
US, Allies Warn Houthis As Ship Attacks Rattle Global Commerce
Twelve nations led by the United States on Wednesday jointly warned Yemen's Houthi rebels of unspecified consequences unless they halt sea attacks that are increasingly disrupting global commerce.
Biden Administration to Reopen Four Points of Entry at Southern Border in Three Different States
The ports that will go back to being operational are: Eagle Pass, Texas; San Ysidro, California; Lukeville and Nogales, Arizona
The U.S. Will Have 11 National Holidays in 2024: These Are the Dates
After New Year's Day, the following holiday will take place on January 15, Martin Luther King Day. The full list
Winning Powerball Ticket Sold in Michigan; Owner is Set to Take Over $842 Million
The winning numbers drawn were: 12, 21, 42, 44, 49 and red Powerball: 1