Trump picks onetime critic J.D. Vance, now a fierce defender, as his running mate
The selection of James David Vance could boost Donald Trump's turnout in the "Rust Belt" states where the election will likely be decided
Tue Jul 16 2024
Ringgit rebounds to open higher vs US dollar
US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said the central bank will not wait until inflation hits two per cent to cut interest rates.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Car bomb kills five, injures 20 outside restaurant in Somalia's capital
The bomb destroyed 10 cars and damaged several buildings nearby in a well-guarded area near the Presidential Palace.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Trump shot in right ear at rally, source says shooter dead
Donald Trump was shot in the right ear during a campaign rally on Saturday, sparking panic in the crowd
Sun Jul 14 2024
Biden mixes Harris with Trump, insists he is staying in the presidential race
Biden also mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as "President Putin" at the NATO summit in Washington, drawing gasps from those in the room.
Fri Jul 12 2024
George Clooney says Biden not the man he was in 2020, should drop out
After Joe Biden's debate performance, several Hollywood donors called on the president to end his campaign.
Thu Jul 11 2024
Could Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump in November's presidential race?
If President Joe Biden steps aside for the 2024 election, Vice President Kamala Harris would be the natural Democratic successor.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Biden rejects growing pressure to abandon his campaign, vows to stay 'to the end'
"No one is pushing me out. I'm not leaving. I'm in this race to the end," Joe Biden said.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Biden says he 'nearly fell asleep' during debate after world travel
Joe Biden admits the debate against former President Donald Trump, his Republican rival, did not go well.
Wed Jul 03 2024
US Supreme Court rules Trump has broad immunity from prosecution
According to the US Supreme Court, Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for actions within his constitutional powers as president.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Iran holds presidential vote with limited choices
The election is unlikely to change the Islamic Republic's policies but could influence the succession to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Biden stumbles early, Trump fires out falsehoods at first debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump traded attacks on abortion, immigration, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and their handling of the economy.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Bolivia coup attempt fails after military assault on presidential palace
Soldiers and military vehicles retreated as hundreds of Bolivian President Luis Arce's supporters rushed the square outside the palace.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Biden supporters bank on debate with Trump to ease age concerns
Both men are under scrutiny over their age and stamina. Trump is 78 and prone to making outlandish statements and mangling his sentences on the campaign trail.
Wed Jun 26 2024
What to watch for in the Biden-Trump presidential debate
Donald Trump claims Joe Biden is unfit for office, while Biden calls Trump "unhinged" and a threat to democratic norms.
Fri Jun 21 2024