United States

The seal of the United States Department of State is seen in Washington, US, January 26, 2017. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts/File Photo
USA

Trump administration orders Gaza-linked social media vetting for visa applicants

The move comes as President Donald Trump's administration has revoked hundreds of visas across the country, including the status of some lawful permanent residents

US President Donald Trump attends a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 10, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Nathan Howard
World+Biz

Trump blocked Israeli plan to strike Iran nuclear sites: report

Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during a bilateral meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (not photographed) at Diaoyutai Guest House in Beijing, China, 11 April 2025. Photo: Reuters
Global Economy

In trade crisis, China courts the EU as a hedge against Trump

Demonstrators protest against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and deportations carried out by US President Donald Trump's administration, in New York City, US, February 13, 2025. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton/File Photo
USA

Trump plans to fine migrants $998 a day for failing to leave after deportation order

A drone view shows containers at the terminals at the port in Kwai Chung in Hong Kong, China, April 3, 2025. Photo: Reuters
World+Biz

China hits back at Trump tariffs with extra 34% tax on US goods

The formula for calculating reciprocal tariffs by the US. Source: Office of the United States Trade Representative
World+Biz

Trump's 'reciprocal' tariff formula is all about trade deficits

A general view of the financial district of Pudong before Earth Hour, in Shanghai, China March 27, 2021. Photo: REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo
World+Biz

Trump tariffs pile stress on ailing world economy

The Indian flag, the US flag and people miniatures, some with laptops, are seen in this illustration taken 10 March 2024. Courtesy: Reuters
World+Biz

India and US making progress towards trade deal, officials say

US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy meet at Trump Tower in New York City, US, September 27, 2024. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton/File Photo
World+Biz

Ukraine says mineral deal not final; summary shows US demands more income

The risks of trying to illegally immigrate to the United States far outweigh any potential benefits. Photo: Reuters
Thoughts

Don't risk your future: The United States cracks down on illegal immigration

US Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance arrive for a service at St. John's Church on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump's second presidential term in Washington, US January 20, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon/File Photo
World+Biz

Greenland leaders lambast US delegation trip as Trump talks of takeover

A Boeing logo is seen at the 54th International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 18, 2023. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
USA

Trump picks Boeing over Lockheed for fighter jet contract

Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain at an event titled "The Potential and Importance of Cotton Cultivation in Bangladesh for Saving Foreign Currency" held on 17 March 2025. Photo: TBS
Bangladesh

Bangladesh plans cotton imports from US to deter tariff risk: Foreign adviser