USA

Is Trump’s approach to the Russia-Ukraine war a geopolitical gamble or a strategic withdrawal?

Trump’s strategy has devolved into a pattern of contradictions and disengagement.

How the US funding cuts are affecting international graduate students

The recent measures taken by US President Trump have caught the world of academia off guard, especially international students.

USA sole bidder for 2031 Women's World Cup, UK set to host in 2035

The United States is the sole bidder for the 2031 Women's World Cup, and the United Kingdom is set to host the 2035 tournament, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced on Thursday.

Whether US is heading for recession or just 'detox,' downturns are costly

Recessions come with costs. Business profits fall, as do stock prices, which can then amplify the impact as investors reduce their own consumption.

US military plane deporting illegal Indians lands in Amritsar

Migration has been among the key issues discussed by India and the US since Trump took charge last month

Major storm sweeps across Central and Eastern US, leaves 5 dead

The mercury could sink tens of degrees below seasonal norms on the US Gulf Coast.

China says it 'firmly opposes' US military aid to Taiwan

"This move gravely infringes on China's sovereignty and security interests," Beijing's foreign ministry said in a statement, adding it "firmly opposes this action".

Russia says US using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia

The US is Taiwan's most important international backer and arms supplier, despite the lack of formal diplomatic recognition

Guns, transgender rights on docket for US Supreme Court fall term

David Cole, the legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which frequently brings cases before the highest court, said he expects "a much quieter term than we've had in the last couple of years."

December 2, 2016
December 2, 2016

Fidel Castro cigars, Muhammad Ali's boxing gloves highlight sports auction

Muhammad Ali's fight gloves and a box of cigars signed by the Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro are among some of the highlights in an auction of memorabilia steeped in sporting history.

November 24, 2016
November 24, 2016

USA rehire Arena

Bruce Arena was rehired Tuesday for a second stint as United States head coach, replacing sacked German Jurgen Klinsmann.

November 22, 2016
November 22, 2016

Klinsmann gets the axe following consecutive defeats

Former German international striker Jurgen Klinsmann was fired Monday as coach of the United States after losing two straight 2018 World Cup qualifying matches.

November 21, 2016
November 21, 2016

Football: Strike possible as US women fight for equality

Members of the reigning Women's World Cup champion United States national team vow to push their case for equal pay to the US men's team as far as it takes.

November 18, 2016
November 18, 2016

Football: Robbie Keane to leave LA Galaxy after six seasons

Striker Robbie Keane will leave LA Galaxy after his contract expires in December, the Major League Soccer (MLS) club have announced.

November 16, 2016
November 16, 2016

Football: US in World Cup trouble after losing 4-0 to Costa Rica

The United States face an uphill battle to qualify for their eighth consecutive World Cup Finals after being demolished 4-0 by a rampant Costa Rica in San Jose.

November 13, 2016
November 13, 2016

Mexico win a thriller

Skipper Rafael Marquez scored an 89th minute winner as Mexico stunned the United States 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup qualifying duel between the arch-rivals here Friday.

October 14, 2016
October 14, 2016

Tragic sporting deaths that sparked safety re-thinks

Batsman Phillip Hughes died after he was struck on the neck by a bouncer during an Australian domestic match in 2014, stunning the sporting world.

October 6, 2016
October 6, 2016

Doping: WADA says hackers may have doctored leaked data

Computer hackers who leaked the medical records of more than 100 top athletes in a bid to reveal questionable drug exemptions may have tampered with the data, according to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016

US sprinters Gay, Bailey eye bobsled role

Veteran sprinter Tyson Gay is making a bid to force his way onto the US bobsled team after entering this week's National Push Championships in Canada.