Category: USA

Nearly 20 years after he vanished on a 2006 fishing trip, former Fossil, Oregon, mayor Ed Asher has been identified from skeletal remains found on a Washington beach. Forensic DNA confirmed his identity, closing a long-unsolved case. Asher, 72 at the time, had left behind a large family and a…

Former US envoy Nikki Haley has urged America to make China its top priority for visa restrictions, highlighting immigration and national security concerns. This statement emerges as the US prepares to temporarily halt immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 nations, including Russia and Iran, starting January 2026, citing enhanced…

Minneapolis faces protests after ICE agents arrest a disabled woman. Video shows agents smashing a car window and removing the woman. She stated she was going to a doctor. ICE officials warn against interference. The agency claims the woman obstructed an operation to arrest an Ecuadorian man. Six others were…

Long before Silicon Valley’s rise, American newspapers introduced the “IITian” through Dilbert’s Asok, an impossibly smart, socially earnest engineer. This archetype, educated at India’s IITs, highlighted corporate absurdity. Dilbert normalized the presence of immigrant engineers, making the “IIT” a signal for extreme intelligence and competence, subtly shaping perceptions ahead of…

During a Michigan visit, President Trump appeared to react angrily to a heckler shouting an insult, with video showing him gesturing with an expletive and the middle finger. This incident occurs amid ongoing scrutiny over the handling of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a figure Trump has…

Donald Trump is seeking donations through a fundraising email. The message warns supporters of dire consequences if he faces impeachment again. It highlights potential changes to American lives if he does not meet fundraising deadlines. The email, shared online, has drawn criticism for its tone and appeal for money. …

A UK High Court ruling has awarded a convicted double murderer £7,500 in damages and £234,000 in legal costs after judges found his prison segregation breached the European Convention on Human Rights. The decision has sparked political backlash in Britain, reopening debate over extremist prisoners, taxpayer-funded payouts and whether human…

Political dysfunction and rising inequality persist, but the United States continues to anchor the global economy. Its share of world GDP has barely shifted since 1990, private wealth remains overwhelmingly concentrated, and productivity exceeds every other G7 country. Europe faces structural stagnation, while American growth is being sustained by technology,…

A 19-year-old from Mississippi faces federal arson charges for allegedly setting fire to the state’s largest synagogue, Beth Israel Congregation. Investigators believe the attack, which caused extensive damage and loss of sacred items, was motivated by antisemitism. The incident highlights concerns about extremist online ideas translating into real-world violence, with…

Donald Trump’s 2018 tweet questioning US involvement as the “policeman of the Middle East” is resurfacing amid renewed Iran tensions and regional military actions. Users contrast his past calls to end costly foreign commitments with current US warnings to Tehran and ongoing strikes, highlighting debates over America’s role in regional…

Hollywood actors at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards wore “Be Good” pins to honor Renee Nicole Good, a poet fatally shot by ICE. The pins, seen on stars like Mark Ruffalo and Jean Smart, symbolize a call for restraint and humanity in immigration enforcement following her death. The incident has…

The US State Department has revoked over 100,000 visas in 2025, a record high, following President Trump’s executive order for stricter vetting. This surge, impacting student, work, business, and tourist visas, is attributed to criminal activity, overstays, and enhanced screening, including a new ‘continuous vetting’ system. Read More |…

A recent image of Donald Trump with a milk moustache signals a shift in US food policy, bringing whole milk back into school classrooms. This change, driven by the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, prioritizes student preference and nutrient intake over previous low-fat mandates, sparking debate on health and…

Elon Musk announced he will seek full custody of his one-year-old son with Ashley St. Clair, citing concerns over her recent public remarks on gender identity. Musk stated St. Clair’s statements suggested openness to gender transition for their child, prompting his move to protect their son’s welfare. Read More…

Donald Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, framed as a national security issue, coincides with significant investments by prominent businessmen like Ronald Lauder. Tech billionaires Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, through KoBold Metals, are also exploring the island for rare earth minerals, raising questions about strategic influence and growing American…