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![Trump says he will give Americans a tariff bonus of at least $2,000 per person.]()
Trump says he will give Americans a tariff bonus of at least $2,000 per person.
(Washington, D.C.) As the U.S. Supreme Court hears the legality of federal government tariffs, President Trump again defended tariff policies, saying that tariff revenue could be used to distribute at least $2,000 (about S$2,603) in dividends to most Americans.
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![Two BBC executives resign over controversy over editing of Trump documentary.]()
Two BBC executives resign over controversy over editing of Trump documentary.
(London) BBC Director-General David and News Chief Executive Officer Dennis Tennessee announced their resignations on Sunday (November 9) amid controversy over the editing of a documentary about US President Donald Trump.
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![US government shutdown delays $5 billion arms exports, impacting aid to Ukraine.]()
US government shutdown delays $5 billion arms exports, impacting aid to Ukraine.
(Washington/Kyiv/Moscow) The U.S. State Department estimates that the U.S. federal government shutdown has delayed more than $5 billion (about S$6.5 billion) worth of arms export programs that were originally intended to support NATO allies and Ukraine.
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![Large numbers of refugees are severely affected by climate change the United Nations calls on COP30 to provide funding.]()
Large numbers of refugees are severely affected by climate change the United Nations calls on COP30 to provide funding.
(AFP, Geneva) As large numbers of refugees are caught in a vicious cycle of conflict and extreme climate events, the United Nations has called on the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) to provide financial support to these most vulnerable groups.
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![After nearly six weeks of shutdown, a turning point has emerged.]()
After nearly six weeks of shutdown, a turning point has emerged.
(Washington, D.C.) U.S. Republicans and Democrats are in talks to end the federal government shutdown crisis. Senate Majority Leader Thune said the negotiations have taken a positive turn, with lawmakers working to reach an agreement to restore government operations and introduce three long-term funding bills for some agencies.
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![For the first time in nearly 80 years, Syrian President Shara made an official visit to the United States.]()
For the first time in nearly 80 years, Syrian President Shara made an official visit to the United States.
(Washington, D.C.) Following Washington's removal of Syrian President El Shaarawy from the terrorist blacklist, Shaarawy arrived in the United States on Saturday for a historic official visit, becoming the first Syrian president to visit the U.S. in nearly 80 years.
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![Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed in the US over the weekend, exacerbating air traffic control pressures.]()
Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed in the US over the weekend, exacerbating air traffic control pressures.
(Washington, D.C.) The record-breaking U.S. federal government shutdown shows no signs of ending, and the travel difficulties caused by the crisis are worsening. With a continued shortage of air traffic controllers, thousands of flights were canceled and delayed over the weekend, posing even greater challenges to airlines' flight scheduling and planning.
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![Mutual attacks on energy facilities by Russia and Ukraine have led to power and heating disruptions in many parts of both countries.]()
Mutual attacks on energy facilities by Russia and Ukraine have led to power and heating disruptions in many parts of both countries.
(Kyiv) Ukrainian officials say Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, targeting energy infrastructure, causing power and heating disruptions in several cities.
Hot Rank of Yesterday
- 1 The APEC summit opened Lee Jae-myung called for cooperation to overcome difficulties Xi Jinping proposed to continue joining hands to extend the supply chain.
- 2 The US Space Force will deploy new weapons to interfere with Chinese and Russian reconnaissance satellites.
- 3 Research suggests that walking 3,000 steps or more daily may slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- 4 Macron announces France's voluntary military service plan
- 5 Trump denies declining energy: I've never worked this hard in my life.
- 6 Trump: If interest rates don't drop, I'll fire Bessant.
- 7 Trump: US-Saudi military cooperation has been elevated to a higher level
- 8 Trump supports sanctions against countries doing business with Russia, proposing a 500% tariff.
Hot Rank of the Week
- 1 The APEC summit opened Lee Jae-myung called for cooperation to overcome difficulties Xi Jinping proposed to continue joining hands to extend the supply chain.
- 2 The US Space Force will deploy new weapons to interfere with Chinese and Russian reconnaissance satellites.
- 3 Research suggests that walking 3,000 steps or more daily may slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- 4 Macron announces France's voluntary military service plan
- 5 Trump denies declining energy: I've never worked this hard in my life.
- 6 Trump: If interest rates don't drop, I'll fire Bessant.
- 7 Trump: US-Saudi military cooperation has been elevated to a higher level
- 8 Trump supports sanctions against countries doing business with Russia, proposing a 500% tariff.
