Biden administration moves to close loophole on background checks for gun purchases
The rule, which was finalized this week, makes clear that anyone who sells firearms predominantly to earn a profit must be federally licensed and conduct background checks.
U.S. News
Apr 11
Former top U.S. generals say Afghanistan evacuation ‘too slow and too late’
The rare testimony publicly exposed for the first time the strain and differences the military leaders had with the Biden administration in the final days of the war.
U.S. News
Mar 19
U.S. is sending Ukraine longer-range weapons with new aid. Why it matters
Yet soon after Biden signed the legislation, U.S. media reported the administration had secretly shipped the powerful missiles to the warfront already — and that they've been used.
World
Apr 24
U.S. student debt automatically cancelled for 153K borrowers, Biden says
The Biden administration has now canceled some US$138 billion in student debt for nearly 3.9 million people through executive actions, the White House said.
U.S. News
Feb 21
Can U.S. states ban abortions even in medical emergencies? Supreme Court weighs in
The case before the Supreme Court comes from Idaho, which is among 14 states that now ban abortion at all stages of pregnancy with limited exceptions.
Health
Apr 24
Preventing future pandemics goal of new U.S. partnership with 50 countries
U.S. government officials will work with the countries to develop better testing, surveillance, communication and preparedness for such outbreaks in those countries.
Health
Apr 16
Biden announces new student debt relief plans that would benefit at least 23M
The plans, which the president detailed in Madison, Wisconsin, include canceling up to US$20,000 of accrued and capitalized interest for borrowers, regardless of income.
U.S. News
Apr 8
As Israel and Hamas are deep in ceasefire talks, here’s what’s on the table
Israel and Hamas appear to be seriously negotiating an end to the conflict in Gaza and the return of Israeli hostages. A leaked truce proposal hints at compromises by both sides.
World
May 3
Ozempic among ‘bogus’ drug patents being challenged by U.S. to spur competition
The Federal Trade Commission sent warning letters to 10 drugmakers, taking issue with patents on popular drugs for weight loss, diabetes, asthma and other reparatory conditions.
Health
Apr 30
U.S. aid to Ukraine, Israel set to pass. But bills differ in one key area
The U.S. House of Representatives is finally moving ahead with aid for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, but the bills include notable differences when it comes to oversight.
U.S. News
Apr 19
U.S. Supreme Court takes up case on ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers
The U.S. Supreme Court justices by a 5-4 vote had previously intervened to keep the regulation in effect during the ongoing legal fight.
U.S. News
Apr 22
U.S. airlines will be required to give automatic refunds for disrupted flights
The U.S. Transportation Department said airlines will be required to provide automatic cash refunds within a few days for canceled flights and “significant” delays.
U.S. News
Apr 24
Since Roe fell, U.S. emergency care refusals for pregnant women have spiked
Complaints that pregnant women were turned away from U.S. emergency rooms spiked in 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, federal documents show.
U.S. News
Apr 19
Republicans fail to impeach Mayorkas over handling of U.S. border security
A vote fell short of impeaching the Homeland Security secretary, stalling the Republicans’ drive to punish the Biden administration over its handling of the U.S-Mexico border.
U.S. News
Feb 6
U.S. begins retaliatory strikes in Iraq, Syria over fatal Jordan drone attack
The strikes are believed to be the first in a multi-tiered response by President Joe Biden's administration in response to the weekend drone attack that killed three U.S. troops.
World
Feb 2
U.S. appears set to ease marijuana restrictions in historic move
The proposa would recognize the medical uses of cannabis and acknowledge it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation’s most dangerous drugs.
U.S. News
Apr 30
Baltimore bridge collapse: Biden tours wreckage site, says nation ‘has your back’
Aboard Marine One, Biden circled the warped metal remains and the mass of construction and salvage equipment trying to clear the wreckage of last week's collapse.
U.S. News
Apr 5
Possible TikTok ban in U.S. looms after Biden signs bill, setting up legal fight
TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday the company expects to win a legal challenge to block the legislation forcing its China-based owner ByteDance to divest its U.S. assets.
U.S. News
Apr 24
Father of killed Canadian aid worker urges Blinken for a tougher U.S. stance on Israel in Gaza
“If the United States threatened to suspend aid to Israel, maybe my son would be alive today,” John Flickinger said in describing his conversation with Antony Blinken.
World
Apr 7
Biden administration raises ‘concerns’ about aspects of Quebec language law
Michel Rochette, president of the Quebec branch of the Retail Council of Canada, sees the Biden administration's message as a "signal'' couched in diplomatic language.
Politics
Jan 27