Trump Backtracks on Plan for New Controls on N.I.H. Grants
Democrats and Republicans in Congress opposed the creation of a commission with the power to veto federal research awards.
Politics
nytimes.com
23.09.2026
As Xi Visits Washington, Trump Plays Down China’s Actions Against U.S. Interests
Despite the rivalry between the United States and China, President Trump has repeatedly found ways to give President Xi Jinping of China a pass, portraying him more as a personal friend than a competi
Politics
nytimes.com
23.09.2026
As Trump Welcomes Xi, More Americans Have a Positive View of China
Experts attribute the changing mood to fading memories of the coronavirus pandemic, awareness of China’s tech innovations and disaffection with President Trump’s trade wars.
Politics
nytimes.com
23.09.2026
Trump administration to defend its ban of major news outlets in court
The news organisations are scheduled to make their case to a US district judge on Wednesday afternoon.
World
aljazeera.com
23.09.2026
TPS: Republicans Push Trump Admin to Extend Looming Deadline for Ukraine
A group of 30 senators urged DHS and the State Department to keep protections in place for over 100,000 Ukrainians.
Politics
newsweek.com
23.09.2026
Everything You Need to Know About SpaceX's Wildlife Refuge Land Swap with the Trump Administration
More than 700 acres of Texas wilderness may soon be open to development.
World
time.com
23.09.2026
Trump administration moves to block certification of Alaska Senate election
Candidates’ similar names could ‘taint’ the result, argues the US Justice Department
Finance
ft.com
23.10.2026
Donald Trump Iowa Rally Tests Ashley Hinson's Distancing Strategy
Trump told Iowans: "Pretend I'm on the ballot."
Politics
newsweek.com
23.10.2026
‘Foreign policy is the economy’: How Iran war is shaping US midterm vote
Democrats are framing the conflict as an affordability issue to criticise Republican candidates backed by Trump.
World
aljazeera.com
23.10.2026
The Atlantic and Pacific Oceans Are Not Trump’s to Rename
Place names that are changed arbitrarily should not be recognized by the international community, write Reuben Rose-Redwood, Derek Alderman, and Frédéric Giraut.
World
time.com
23.10.2026
Tom Tiffany Tries to Distance Himself From Trump in Wisconsin Governor’s Race
The Republican candidate for governor, Tom Tiffany, is best known as a staunch ally of the president. He’s trying to change that.
Politics
nytimes.com
23.10.2026
Melania Trump secures "temporary ceasefire" in Ukrainian city
First lady Melania Trump's office says she secured a localized ceasefire for the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky.
World
cbsnews.com
23.10.2026
White House says Melania Trump ‘secured a ceasefire’ in Ukraine’s Oleshky
No confirmation from Russia or Ukraine as White House says 'localised' ceasefire to take effect in Oleshky.
World
aljazeera.com
23.10.2026
Kushner pushes back on report involving phone, spies, transfer
An excerpt from an upcoming book claims Kushner had access to alleged Middle Eastern "slush" funds when he served as a senior White House adviser during the first Trump administration. Kushner and his
World
cbsnews.com
23.10.2026
Big Names Flock to Ruby-Red Florida to Sway Voters in Unexpectedly Close Contests
President Trump will rally on Friday in a Republican state where Democrats have their eye on several House races.
Politics
nytimes.com
23.10.2026
Trump’s top border official defends Big Bend border wall plan despite mounting opposition
CBP commissioner Rodney Scott says $46bn Texas project is justified amid court-ordered pause on wall’s constructionThe Trump administration’s top border official defended plans to build a wall and oth
World
theguardian.com
23.10.2026
Ukraine plans independent satellite system as Starlink issues persist
Ukraine to team up with Finnish firms as Starshield problems, started amid Trump-Zelenskyy jibes, continue.
World
aljazeera.com
23.10.2026
Ukraine troops report ongoing problems with Starlink satellite network
Communications system still faces speed restrictions despite Trump claim that Musk had resumed full serviceTrump, Musk, Zelenskyy: who is blaming who in the Ukraine-Starlink row?Ukrainian forces conti
World
theguardian.com
23.10.2026
MAGA Has a Bush Problem in Texas
Donald Trump may have declared he "beat" the Bush dynasty, but in Texas, traditional Republicans could decide the midterms.
Politics
newsweek.com
23.10.2026
Trump Says Musk Restored Starlink as Ukraine Blame Game Deepens
Ukraine leans heavily on Starlink and Starshield for mid-range strikes and for intercepting incoming Russian attacks.
Politics
newsweek.com
23.10.2026