United States: Judge William Alsup issued a federal order directing the Office of Personnel Management to cancel directives that resulted in mass probationary worker terminations throughout the federal bureaucracy since they were likely illegal based on union court arguments.  More ...

A new "gold card" program may grant wealthy investors US residency and a path to citizenship. This premium alternative could replace the existing investor visa system.  ...

A top economist warns that layoffs from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) could be far higher than expected, potentially affecting millions. Experts say the cuts may trigger broader economic risks, impacting federal employees and contractors.  ...

Trump's controversial remark calling Ukraine's President Zelenskyy "a dictator" has sparked outrage in Ukraine, further straining US-Ukraine relations. The comment has fueled division within the country, as Ukrainians unite in defense of their elected leader amid ongoing conflict with Russia.  ...

United States: The Trump administration issued a directive ordering nationwide federally funded agencies to cease providing legal help to those children who enter the US as unaccompanied immigrants.  More about the news  This includes an organization in Michigan that helps ...

A powerful polar vortex brings life-threatening cold to the US, with temperatures plunging to deadly levels. The extreme weather follows fatal flooding, claiming 10 lives in the eastern states. ...

United States: The Trump administration pushed forward its substantial program to reduce federal employment numbers by pushing agencies to eliminate almost every new employee who hadn’t earned civil service rights – impacting numerous thousands of workers.  More about the news  ...

The King of Jordan made history as the first Arab leader to visit the White House after President Trump's term began. During the meeting, tensions rose as Jordan rejected a US proposal to relocate Palestinian refugees from Gaza, standing firm ...

Kremlin remains silent on Trump's claims of direct talks with Putin over the Ukraine war. US efforts for peace negotiations face uncertainty as Moscow insists on its own terms.  ...

USAID staff face forced leaves, with only a small group remaining as associations file lawsuits against the Trump administration's dismantling of the agency and its global programs.  ...