Japan’s Takaichi tipped for snap election gamble as poll ratings soar
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, riding high in opinion polls, is expected to call a general election in the coming months to capitalise on...
US House votes to extend Obamacare subsidies, thanks to revolt among Republicans
US lawmakers voted on Thursday to revive health insurance subsidies that expired at the end of last year, offering hope to millions of Americans...
Thousands of passenger, cargo drones will fill Hong Kong skies in decade, expert says
Thousands of passenger and cargo air taxis could be flying across Hong Kong within a decade as the low-altitude economy takes off, according to...
IRS to Start Accepting Tax Returns on Jan. 26 for 2025 Tax Season
Americans eager to file their tax returns this year can start as soon as Jan. 26, when the IRS kicks off the 2026 filing...
House Passes 3-Year Extension of Obamacare Subsidies
The House of Representatives passed a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced subsidies on Jan. 8, adding to the political drama surrounding...
Trump to Order Purchase of $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds
President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States will purchase $200 billion in mortgage bonds, with the goal of bringing down housing costs....
Minnesota Governor Calls Up National Guard to Support Law Enforcement
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz authorized the state’s National Guard Thursday to be staged and ready to support local and state law enforcement after an...
Vance Says ‘Corporate Media’ Coverage of Minnesota Shooting Irresponsible
Vice President JD Vance said on Jan. 8 that the “corporate media” was irresponsible in its coverage of the fatal shooting by an Immigration...
Beijing Struggles to Distance Seoul From US-Led Security Alliance: Analysts
As South Korean President Lee Jae-myung wrapped up his four-day state visit to China seeking expanded trade, experts warned that Beijing is likely to use...