News and updates about US

China slams US after Trump signs bills for Hong Kong rights

'The U.S. is publicly supporting crazy violent criminals with measures that are extremely evil in nature and dangerous in motive.'

China slams US after Trump signs bills for Hong Kong rights

Only fostering internal revolt will end Iran’s threat to Israel

Investigative journalist Ken Timmerman believes that fostering and organizing internal revolt among Iranian opposition will save the country

Only fostering internal revolt will end Iran’s threat to Israel

US birth rate reaches 30-year low

Final tally of 2018 births showed US reached thirty-year low as number of c-sections dropped.

US birth rate reaches 30-year low

New report: Why did Iran attack a Saudi oil field?

Iran planned attack on Saudi oil field four months in advance, Reuters says.

New report: Why did Iran attack a Saudi oil field?

New legislation to help Israel fight terror?

Bipartisan House legislation would help Israel combat ‘killer drones.’

New legislation to help Israel fight terror?

Arctic blast: US temperatures plummet to record lows

The Arctic blast, which began in Siberia, has brought heavy snow and ice to many areas.

Arctic blast: US temperatures plummet to record lows

US abstains from vote on 'overly narrow' anti-Nazism resolution

US, Ukraine alone oppose Russian UN vote condemning honors to Nazis.

US abstains from vote on 'overly narrow' anti-Nazism resolution

US Courts block new immigration restrictions

US federal courts block new regulations to restrict immigration for those unable to pay for living expenses, health care.

US Courts block new immigration restrictions

Has the US lost the Middle East?

Is the US losing its grip on the Middle East for extremist reasons?

Has the US lost the Middle East?

Bernie Sanders had heart attack, returned to Vermont to recover

The doctors say that they placed two stents in a blocked coronary artery and that 'all other arteries were normal.'

Bernie Sanders had heart attack, returned to Vermont to recover

Russia: US refused to grant visas to members of UN delegation

Russia complains US Embassy after officials fail to receive visas in time to participate in UN General Assembly.

Russia: US refused to grant visas to members of UN delegation

NJ man indicted for scoping out US targets for Hezbollah

US citizen born in Lebanon indicted for scouting potential targets in US for Hezbollah, including UN HQ, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.

NJ man indicted for scoping out US targets for Hezbollah

Tropical storm heads for the Bahamas

Potential tropical cyclone may dump up to seven inches of rain on Bahamas, NHC warns.

Tropical storm heads for the Bahamas

US responds to Netanyahu sovereignty announcement

Senior US official: 'No change in United States policy at this time; We will release vision for peace after Israeli election.'

US responds to Netanyahu sovereignty announcement

Hurricane Dorian to continue pummeling the Bahamas

South Carolina, Georgia, issue mandatory evacuation orders along coast as Hurricane Dorian prepares to turn towards the southeastern US.

Hurricane Dorian to continue pummeling the Bahamas

US forces attack in Syria, leaving 40 dead

US attacks Al-Qaeda leaders in Syria who were 'responsible for attacks threatening US citizens,' US Dep. of Defense says.

US forces attack in Syria, leaving 40 dead

Did US cyber-attack Iran to stop oil tanker hijackings?

After some tensions with oil tankers arose in Strait of Hormuz, US allegedly struck Iran with cyber attacks to prevent further incidents.

Did US cyber-attack Iran to stop oil tanker hijackings?

US denies entry to would-be Harvard student

Lebanese 'Palestinian' student denied entry to US after friends write anti-US Facebook posts.

US denies entry to would-be Harvard student

Florida and Puerto Rico brace for Hurricane Dorian

Florida governor urges residents to prepare a week's worth of food, water, and medicine.

Florida and Puerto Rico brace for Hurricane Dorian

Trump cancels Denmark trip - over Greenland

US Pres. Trump cancels Denmark visit after Danish PM Frederiksen calls idea to purchase Greenland 'absurd.'

Trump cancels Denmark trip - over Greenland

ICE officer who rammed protesters resigns

ICE officer who drove his truck into row of Jewish protesters resigns, investigation continues.

ICE officer who rammed protesters resigns

Israel hosts 'Mighty Waves' four-nation naval drills

Multinational 'Mighty Waves' naval training drill brought together forces from Israel, US, France, and Greece at Israel's Haifa port.

Israel hosts 'Mighty Waves' four-nation naval drills

Jonathan Pollard: 'My wife is seriously ill, asking for help'

'I can't take care of my wife properly bec. I don't have freedom of movement. Esther fought for my life for 30 yrs., now it's my turn.'

Jonathan Pollard: 'My wife is seriously ill, asking for help'

Lapid: US should stay out of Israeli elections

"It's just the civil way of treating politics," Blue and White leader adds.

Lapid: US should stay out of Israeli elections

Could US move embassy back out of Jerusalem if Trump loses?

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Sestak also says he would rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which Trump withdrew from in 2018.

Could US move embassy back out of Jerusalem if Trump loses?

Hezbollah warns Iran able to bombard Israel if war started

'When the Americans understand that war could wipe out Israel, they will reconsider,' Hassan Nasrallah says.

Hezbollah warns Iran able to bombard Israel if war started

Are US and Israel forming their own NATO-like alliance?

Are US and Israel headed for defense pact? Implications could be far-reaching with serious consequences for each party if war takes place.

Are US and Israel forming their own NATO-like alliance?

Israelis may soon no longer need visa to enter US

PM says he has discussed dropping visa requirement with Trump 'and we are moving forward, hoping that here too there will be good news.'

Israelis may soon no longer need visa to enter US

The richest person in at least 7 states is Jewish

Former three-term New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, 77, is the richest person in New York with a net worth of $58.3 billion.

The richest person in at least 7 states is Jewish

US: 30% of minority Americans support refusing service to Jews

Nearly 1 in 5 Americans say small businesses should be able to refuse service to Jews, survey finds.

US: 30% of minority Americans support refusing service to Jews

Parkland survivor: I've been targeted for assassination 7 times

David Hogg, a Parkland shooting survivor who became a leading gun activist says 'you eventually become desensitized to it.'

Parkland survivor: I've been targeted for assassination 7 times

'Assad's interest: Iran outside Syria'

The former Israeli national security adviser talks about the importance of insisting on keeping Iran away from Israel's borders.

'Assad's interest: Iran outside Syria'

An unwanted guest in Montana

A Montana family returned home from an outing and found a black bear sleeping on the top shelf of a closet in their mudroom.

An unwanted guest in Montana

Report: US launched cyber attack against Iran

US targeted Iran's computers and systems responsible for missile attacks, report says.

Report: US launched cyber attack against Iran

Revealed: 'Deal of the century's' economic aspect

US peace plan aims to raise $50 billion, create one million jobs for Palestinian Authority Arabs.

Revealed: 'Deal of the century's' economic aspect

Trump: I stopped the attack, it was not proportionate

'I am in no hurry,' says US President Donald Trump, 'our military is rebuilt, new, and ready to go.'

Trump: I stopped the attack, it was not proportionate

Report: US won't rule out military strike on Iran

Former US amb. Dan Shapiro warns Trump administration should think 'two or three times' before retaliating.

Report: US won't rule out military strike on Iran

Trump gives Iran an ultimatum

US Pres. Trump promises to retaliate for downed drone if Iran doesn't initiate talks. Iran: Khamenei opposes talks with US.

Trump gives Iran an ultimatum

Danger ahead: Iran’s rogue Revolutionary Guards

The confrontation between Iran and the US reaches new heights. Who will be the first to blink and be ready for compromise?

Danger ahead: Iran’s rogue Revolutionary Guards

Why is Israel quiet about US troop influx in Mideast?

US flexes military power across Persian Gulf, showing Iran it is unafraid of confrontation. Why has Israel been silent?

Why is Israel quiet about US troop influx in Mideast?

Watch: 'Death=America' - Iranian music video

Video depicting Lady Liberty as skeleton holding menorah produced as part of Iran's 'Down with USA Grand Award' competition.

Watch: 'Death=America' - Iranian music video

US, Argentina convene summit on Hezbollah

US and Argentina convene two-day regional summit about the persistent Hezbollah threat, ahead of 25th anniversary of AMIA attack.

US, Argentina convene summit on Hezbollah

Mexico looks south for help to block US-bound migrants

Mexico agreed to the US' immigration deal, but it may need its neighbors' help to implement it.

Mexico looks south for help to block US-bound migrants

US Jewish community looks to defend itself as attacks rise

As the number of anti-Semitic incidents rises, twin efforts aim to prevent and recognize shootings, and arm worshipers.

US Jewish community looks to defend itself as attacks rise

Fake News? For Americans that's worse than terrorism

A Pew Research Center survey shows that Americans view fake news as a critical issue, worse than terrorism, climate change and racism.

Fake News? For Americans that's worse than terrorism

Ocasio-Cortez: $10 trillion needed to combat climate change

'It’s not politically popular, people are going to call it unrealistic, and I just don’t think people understand how bad the problem is.'

Ocasio-Cortez: $10 trillion needed to combat climate change

China warns its citizens against visiting the US

In a jab to the US amid an escalating trade battle, China says that 'shootings, robberies and thefts have occurred frequently in the US.'

China warns its citizens against visiting the US

Need a US visa? You'll need to provide your social media names

New State Department guidelines require applicants provide social media info, phone numbers, and email addresses dating back five years.

Need a US visa? You'll need to provide your social media names

Cold War deja vu? US says Russia is testing nuclear weapons

Head of the US Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) says that Russia will build up its nuclear weapons 'significantly' in the next decade.

Cold War deja vu? US says Russia is testing nuclear weapons

World's smallest surviving baby released from hospital

Baby Saybie, born at 8.6 ounces, was released from a San Diego hospital weighing a healthy five pounds.

World's smallest surviving baby released from hospital

Iraq offers to mediate peaceful resolution between US and Iran

New efforts to ease tensions between U.S. and Iran.

Iraq offers to mediate peaceful resolution between US and Iran

Yeshivah students save the life of man with a swastika

A group of teenaged yeshivah students save a man with a swastika tattoo from drowning in a reservoir in Boston.

Yeshivah students save the life of man with a swastika

US issues 90-day license allowing business with Huawei

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei promises company 'won't be affected' by US ban.

US issues 90-day license allowing business with Huawei

Report: Israel won't join US-Iran war unless attacked

New report says Israeli, US, officials held meeting to discuss tensions with Iran.

Report: Israel won't join US-Iran war unless attacked

US birth rates hit 32-year low, not enough to replace population

A rate of 2.1 births is required for the younger generation to replace the aging population. The US has not reached this rate in 10 years.

US birth rates hit 32-year low, not enough to replace population

CEO Jeff Bezos breaks ground at Amazon's $1.5 billion airport

The air cargo hub, slated to open in 2021, will 'get you your packages faster.'

CEO Jeff Bezos breaks ground at Amazon's $1.5 billion airport

Threats and sanctions: Battle of minds between the US and Iran

What we know (and don't know) about the state of US-Iran relations.

Threats and sanctions: Battle of minds between the US and Iran

'Haredi couple' in Chicago exposed as Christian missionaries

The couple moved to the Jewish neighborhood of West Rogers Park a few months ago with a mission to influence Jews to adopt Christianity.

'Haredi couple' in Chicago exposed as Christian missionaries

Is the tension between the US and Iran dangerous for Israel?

Iran continues to provoke the US, which is threatening the regime in Tehran. Will Iranian missiles land in Israel soon?

Is the tension between the US and Iran dangerous for Israel?

Israel drugmaker Teva vows to fight US price-fixing lawsuit

US states sue Israeli pharmaceutical giant Teva for leading 'marketwide collusion.'

Israel drugmaker Teva vows to fight US price-fixing lawsuit