Government shutdown risks food benefits for 7 million, Biden aide warns
September 26, 2023 4:54 AM Some benefits could be affected within days or weeks if Congress fails to provide funding. Read More
Ghana ex-trade minister quits ruling party to run for president
September 26, 2023 3:51 AM Ghana’s former trade minister said on Monday he would resign from the ruling party and run as an independent candidate during the next presidential election…
Antarctic winter sea ice hits record low, sparking climate worries
September 26, 2023 3:21 AM Sea ice that packs the ocean around Antarctica hit record low levels this winter, the U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) said on…
Poland to check vehicles crossing Slovak border amid migrant surge
September 26, 2023 2:41 AM Poland will introduce checks on vehicles crossing the border from Slovakia, the prime minister said on Monday, in measures to stem the flow of immigrants.…
Israel says US to announce it has joined Visa Waiver Program
September 26, 2023 2:16 AM Israel’s Foreign Ministry said on Monday it expects the United States to announce this week that it will be admitted to the Visa Waiver Program,…
UK’s Gatwick limits flights after illnesses cause staff shortages
September 26, 2023 2:12 AM 164 flights will be cancelled because of the disruption. Read More
Germany to halve federal aid for refugees next year – sources
September 26, 2023 1:26 AM Germany plans to halve the federal aid it allocates for states to cover expenses of receiving and integrating refugees next year as part of budget-tightening…
West losing sight of Sahel after France announces Niger withdrawal
September 26, 2023 1:06 AM PARIS/ France’s decision to pull 1,500 troops from Niger leaves a gaping hole in Western efforts to counter a decade-long Islamist insurgency and could bolster…
Biden meets Pacific island leaders for 2nd summit to counter China
September 26, 2023 12:51 AM President Joe Biden met Pacific island leaders for a second White House summit on Monday, part of a charm offensive aimed at curbing further inroads…
Biden hails tentative deal to end Hollywood writers’ strike
September 26, 2023 12:49 AM Biden said the deal included “assurances” about the use of artificial intelligence. Read More