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Officials warn fire risk remains high in Northeast as Jennings Creek wildfire comes under control
The Jennings Creek wildfire that's burned for 10 days along the New York-New Jersey border is now mostly contained, but conditions are still primed for fire in the Northeast. CBS News New York ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Russians behind fake video of ballots being destroyed, US officials say
Recent video purportedly showing a man destroying ballots marked for Trump is a disinformation campaign, say officials. Russian actors were behind a viral video falsely showing mail-in ballots for ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
Five US election officials on what they’re expecting: ‘There’s a conspiracy theory for everything’
On election day eve we checked in with the people, many in swing states, working to ensure all votes are counted. In Fulton county, Georgia, they’re on guard for efforts to undermine democracy from ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Bolton: Iranian threats on US officials a 'very major concern'
Former national security adviser John Bolton called Iranian threats against U.S. officials a "very major concern" during an interview with CNN's Kaitlan Collins on Friday. This comes after the ...Politics - The Hill - November 9 -
US bombs 'numerous' Houthi weapon storage sites in Yemen, official says
American airstrikes targeted Houthi facilities in Yemen on Saturday night, a U.S. defense official confirmed to ABC News.Top stories - ABC News - November 10 -
US charges CIA official with leaking document on Israeli attack preparations
The U.S. has charged a man who worked for the CIA overseas with leaking a classified document last month that assessed Israeli preparations for a counterattack on Iran. The man, Asif William ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
US intelligence official charged after Israel’s plan to attack Iran leaked
CIA’s Asif W Rahman will appear in court over espionage offenses following a release of highly classified documents. A US intelligence official has been charged with espionage offenses following ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Human in Bear Suit Was Used to Defraud Insurance Companies, Officials Say
Footage of a bear rifling through luxury cars was submitted to insurance companies, which paid out $140,000. But something seemed off.Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Lebanon is studying US-drafted ceasefire proposal, official says
Resolution would move Iran-backed Hizbollah troops north of the Litani river and create multinational task forceWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler
Health officials say they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern CongoHealth - ABC News - 5 days ago -
F1 driver Yuki Tsunoda interrogated in pyjamas by US border officials
Japanese driver was on way to Las Vegas Grand Prix Officials let 24-year-old go after lengthy questioning Japanese Formula One driver Yuki Tsunoda said he was interrogated in his pyjamas for ...World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago -
Putin says Russia hit Ukraine with a new missile and threatens Western countries arming Ukraine
Russia did not fire an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Ukraine on Thursday, a U.S. official and a military officer with knowledge of the matter told NBC News, disputing a claim by Kyiv.Top stories - NBC News - 8 hours ago -
Zelenskyy says Putin is 'terrified,' calls ballistic missile launch 'escalation'
Ukraine this week launched U.S.-made missiles at targets inside Russia.Top stories - ABC News - 1 hour ago -
Microsoft Warns Foreign Disinformation Is Hitting the US Election From All Directions
Russia, Iran, and China are targeting the US election with an evolving array of influence operations in the last days of campaign season.Tech - Wired - October 23 -
US, Israel warn of potential attacks on Sri Lankan tourist spots
United States and Israeli authorities warned their citizens on Wednesday against traveling to certain popular tourist spots in Sri Lanka, after receiving “credible” threats of an impending attack. ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
Europe’s economy poised to fall further behind US, IMF warns
Fund pins blame on weak productivity and ageing workforce as it highlights continent’s weak post-pandemic performanceBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
US warns against ‘protracted’ campaign in Lebanon as Israel strikes Beirut
In a visit to the region, secretary of state Antony Blinken said the US was working to progress ceasefire talks for Gaza and Lebanon. Israeli strikes hit Beirut on Thursday evening, after the US ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Strikes on Iran suggest Israel may have heeded US warnings
Scant information about the strikes indicate Israel could have reined in some of its more ambitious plans to cause Iran pain.Top stories - BBC News - October 26 -
US warns of visa restrictions for people who undermine Ghana's democracy
The U.S. State Department has warned that it would restrict U.S. visas for people who undermine Ghana’s democracy, ahead of the West African country’s general election in DecemberWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
US warns Israel over Gaza aid as deadline nears
Aid deliveries are at their lowest monthly level despite a US threat to cut some military assistance.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Political violence in US could surge after elections, experts warn
Trends in online chatter mirror patterns observed in the lead-up to 2020 elections and January 6 Capitol attack. There could be a potential surge in political violence following the upcoming US ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
US Space Force warns of ‘mind-boggling’ build-up of Chinese capabilities
Agency chief Chance Saltzman says Washington must co-operate with allies to counter threats from China and RussiaWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Republicans preparing to reject US election result if Trump loses, warn strategists
Polling experts point to ‘fake polls’ exaggerating his support, with baseless lawsuits alleging fraud already filed. US elections 2024 – live updates Republicans are already laying the ground ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Musk has parked his Tesla on the White House lawn
The opinionated billionaire is not on the ballot, but he has turned the US election into an effective pulpitBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
What will happen to Trump’s criminal cases if he wins?
Historic indictments against the former president will be derailed — or disappear entirely — if he returns to the White HouseBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
US employers seek to defuse election conflict with warnings to staff
Business leaders have told employees to remain civil to avoid ‘war of words’ in officeWorld - Financial Times - November 5 -
Ultra-rich using jets like taxis, climate scientists warn
Researchers worked out the amount of planet-warming gas released by private jets over four years.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
US economy could ‘overheat’ under Trump, warns bond giant Pimco
CIO Dan Ivascyn says interest rate cuts could be paused and stocks look vulnerable after post-election rallyBusiness - Financial Times - November 8 -
New Jersey declares drought warning and urges residents to reduce water use
New Jersey’s governor has issued a drought warning and said water restrictions could come if conditions worsen. The dry spell is plaguing much of the Northeast.Top stories - NBC News - November 13