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US Stock Markets Rebound as Technology Shares Recover

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq advanced after a sharp selloff in semiconductor stocks, with investors encouraged by easing Middle East tensions and resilient US employment data.

NextEra and Dominion Agree to Major Utility Combination Amid AI Power Demand Boom

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announced plans to combine their power generation businesses, creating a larger utility group aimed at meeting rising electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centres.

Trump Nominates Todd Blanche for Attorney General

The White House formally nominated attorney Todd Blanche to lead the Department of Justice, setting up what is expected to be a closely watched confirmation battle in the Senate.

Federal Judge Blocks Proposed $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration lacked authority to impose a $100,000 surcharge on H-1B visas, finding that the executive branch had attempted to levy a tax without explicit congressional approval.

Pentagon Blacklists Alibaba, Baidu and BYD Over Alleged Military Links

The US Department of Defense added several major Chinese technology and electric vehicle companies, including Alibaba, Baidu and BYD, to its list of military-linked entities, a step that could further restrict access to American capital ...

US and Iran Agree to Halt Direct Strikes Following Diplomatic Push

President Donald Trump said negotiators had secured an agreement to pause direct military exchanges between Israel and Iran, offering a measure of relief for regional security and global energy markets despite continued Israeli operation...

Senate Deadlock Puts FISA Surveillance Authority Reauthorization at Risk

A bipartisan group of senators blocked the extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, complicating efforts to preserve a key intelligence-gathering program amid opposition to President Donald Trump's nominee f...

Senate Passes $70 Billion Immigration Enforcement Bill After Narrow Vote

The US Senate voted 52-47 to approve a $70 billion package providing long-term funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, sending the measure to the House after a divisive debate over border policy.

US Launches Investigation Into European Digital Services Taxes

The Office of the United States Trade Representative has opened a formal inquiry into digital taxes imposed by several European countries, raising the possibility of retaliatory trade measures if the policies remain in place.

House Committee Advances Healthcare Price Transparency Legislation

Lawmakers are promoting new requirements that would compel hospitals and insurers to disclose negotiated commercial rates, arguing that greater transparency could help reduce healthcare costs.

Treasury Creates New Fraud Prevention Unit Powered by Artificial Intelligence

The Treasury Department is establishing a centralized office that will use advanced analytical tools to detect and investigate fraud involving federal contracts, social programs and pandemic-era relief funds.

Justice Department Intensifies Scrutiny of AI and Cloud Computing Partnerships

Antitrust officials are examining investments and partnerships between established technology companies and artificial intelligence startups, reflecting growing concern about market concentration in the fast-expanding AI sector.

ICC Prosecutor Suspended as War Crimes Court Faces Heightened Global Scrutiny

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has been suspended from official duties over unspecified allegations, creating uncertainty at the world's leading war crimes tribunal as it continues several high-profile internati...

Russian Urals Crude Returns to Steeper Discounts as Asian Refiners Cut Purchases

Russian Urals crude oil is again trading at a notable discount as major Asian refiners reduce buying volumes, highlighting potential changes in sanctions enforcement and shifts in global energy trade patterns.

EU Plans Carbon Trading Expansion to Cover All International Flights

The European Commission is preparing a proposal to extend the European Union's emissions trading system to all international flights arriving in and departing from the bloc, a move aimed at advancing climate goals but likely to face resi...

China Confirms Ban on Rare Earth Exports to Japanese Military Users

China's Foreign Ministry confirmed that exports of dual-use goods and critical rare earth materials to Japanese military entities remain prohibited, while rejecting US requests to resume shipments amid worsening disputes over maritime bo...

US Accuses Alibaba, Baidu and BYD of Supporting Chinese Military Activities

The United States has accused major Chinese companies including Alibaba, Baidu and electric vehicle maker BYD of assisting China's military, intensifying economic and technology tensions between Washington and Beijing.

China Plans $295 Billion AI Infrastructure Drive to Reduce Dependence on US Technology

China is finalizing a five-year investment plan to build a nationwide network of computing hubs and data centers, requiring at least 80% of key technology to come from domestic suppliers such as Huawei as Beijing seeks to overcome US exp...

IMF Warns Strait of Hormuz Closure Could Trigger Global Economic Downturn

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned that escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, combined with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, is disrupting global trade flows, weakeni...

House and Senate Push Forward on Fiscal Year 2027 Spending Bills

Congressional appropriators are advancing multiple budget measures covering homeland security, agriculture, military construction and other government functions as lawmakers attempt to avoid another prolonged funding standoff.

EEOC Moves to Rescind Longstanding Affirmative Action Guidance

Federal regulators have submitted a final rule to eliminate a 1979 affirmative action interpretation, marking a significant shift in how the government evaluates corporate diversity, equity and inclusion programmes.

Department of Energy Fast-Tracks Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Approvals

Federal regulators are accelerating approvals for next-generation nuclear projects as technology companies seek reliable, carbon-free electricity supplies to support expanding artificial intelligence and data centre operations.

Congress Advances Debate on Artificial Intelligence, Housing and Financial Innovation

The Senate Banking Committee examined the growing role of artificial intelligence in housing finance, weighing transparency concerns while seeking to preserve innovation and competitiveness in the financial sector.

Federal Reserve Signals Caution on Future Interest Rate Moves

Federal Reserve Chair officials indicated a willingness to pause further rate adjustments as policymakers assess mixed signals from inflation, employment and consumer spending data alongside potential trade-related risks.

Supreme Court Set to Deliver Major Rulings on Federal Agency Authority

The Supreme Court is preparing to issue several closely watched decisions before the end of its term, with potential implications for the scope of federal regulatory powers across environmental, financial and workplace policy.

Trump Administration Prepares New Tariffs on Chinese Strategic Industries

The White House is finalizing plans to expand tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, semiconductors and critical minerals as part of a broader push to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

Federal Agencies Accelerate AI-Powered Cybersecurity Measures

Government departments are implementing new directives that use artificial intelligence to identify and address software vulnerabilities, part of a broader effort to protect critical infrastructure from increasingly sophisticated cyber t...

Pentagon Signs Artificial Intelligence Agreements With Major Technology Companies

The Department of Defense announced agreements with eight leading technology firms to introduce generative AI capabilities into classified military networks, aiming to strengthen data analysis and operational decision-making.

Federal Judge Blocks Proposed $100,000 Fee on High-Skilled Worker Visas

A federal judge in Boston struck down a Trump administration proposal to impose a substantial surcharge on new high-skilled worker visas, ruling that the policy exceeded executive authority under administrative law.

FISA Reauthorization Faces Uncertainty as Senate Dispute Delays Action

Efforts to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act have stalled ahead of its expiration deadline as lawmakers remain divided amid a broader dispute over the nomination of Bill Pulte as director of national intellig...

White House Says Middle East Peace Agreement May Be Near After Israel-Iran Ceasefire

President Donald Trump said negotiators are nearing a broader diplomatic settlement following a halt in direct hostilities between Israel and Iran, with Washington seeking to support regional stability and ease pressure on global energy ...

Senate Approves $70 Billion Immigration Enforcement Funding Package

The US Senate voted 52-47 to pass a major funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, advancing the measure to the House after a contentious debate over related political issues.

Trump Orders Rapid Expansion of Artificial Intelligence Across US Military and Intelligence Agencies

A new national security directive from President Donald Trump instructs the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies to accelerate the deployment of advanced artificial intelligence systems while introducing safeguards on oversigh...

Supreme Court Hears Challenge With Potential Impact on Federal Gun Regulations

The Supreme Court is considering a major case involving federal firearms regulations and the interpretation of Second Amendment protections. Legal observers say the eventual ruling could influence the future regulatory authority of feder...

Senate Reviews Military Modernization Priorities in Fiscal 2026 Budget

The Senate Appropriations Committee is debating funding levels for next-generation defense technologies, nuclear modernization programs, and naval shipbuilding projects. The discussions will help shape US military capabilities and strate...

Homeland Security Expands Border and Port Screening Procedures

The Department of Homeland Security has introduced new operational measures to strengthen identity verification and cargo inspections at ports of entry. Officials say the changes are intended to enhance security and address concerns surr...

White House Continues Diplomatic Efforts to Protect Middle East and Red Sea Shipping Routes

National Security Council officials are coordinating diplomatic initiatives and maritime security efforts in response to ongoing instability affecting Red Sea commercial shipping lanes. The administration is seeking to limit disruptions ...

Treasury Reviews Economic Impact of Nearshoring and Supply Chain Diversification

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and economic officials are assessing how efforts to diversify supply chains and expand nearshoring are affecting inflation, manufacturing employment, and long-term economic stability. The review comes as c...

Pentagon Presses NATO Allies on Defense Spending and Industrial Cooperation

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and senior US diplomats are holding discussions with NATO partners on increasing defense spending commitments and strengthening cooperation among allied defense industries. The talks are aimed at reinforcin...

Congress Debates Federal Workforce Restructuring as Budget Negotiations Intensify

House Republicans have introduced a budget resolution proposing reductions to the federal civilian workforce and changes to agency operations. Supporters argue the measures would improve efficiency, while administration officials and Dem...

Federal Reserve Signals Interest Rates Will Remain Elevated Until Inflation Eases Further

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and other policymakers continue to indicate that rate cuts are unlikely until inflation shows sustained movement toward the central bank’s two percent target. The stance keeps borrowing costs elevated ...

Administration and Republican Lawmakers Draft New Artificial Intelligence Policy Framework

White House advisers and congressional Republicans are coordinating on a national strategy for Artificial Intelligence regulation focused on preserving US technological leadership while addressing national security concerns. The effort s...

White House and Senate Republicans Seek Agreement on Border Security and Federal Funding Package

Senior administration officials and Republican Senate leaders are negotiating the final details of a package combining border security measures with federal government funding legislation. Lawmakers are working toward an agreement before...

Supreme Court Poised to Issue Major Rulings on Federal Regulatory Authority

The US Supreme Court is preparing to release decisions in several closely watched administrative law cases that could reshape the powers of federal agencies. The rulings may limit the ability of departments including the Environmental Pr...

Trump Administration Prepares New Tariff Measures Targeting Chinese Technology and Manufacturing Sectors

Senior White House officials have been directed by President Donald Trump to develop a new round of trade enforcement measures aimed at Chinese electric vehicles, advanced semiconductor components, and critical raw materials. The propose...