insert_link World US jobs data smashes expectations. The US added 353,000 jobs in January, a much better showing than expected, suggesting the labor market remains robust. The unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7 percent. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today5 February, 2024
insert_link World US vows “further action” after targeting Iraq, Syria, Yemen The United States has vowed "further action" after three days of strikes against Iran-backed militia in the Middle East. The White House is also refusing to rule out hitting targets inside Iran. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today5 February, 2024
insert_link World California faces “life-threatening” flooding The US state of California is facing heavy rain and snowfall, with authorities issuing flood warnings described as "life-threatening". Around 94% of the population - 37 million people - are now under flood alerts, while some communities have been told to evacuate. The state is forecast to experience several days of extreme weather. Nancy Ward is California's Director of Emergency Service. today5 February, 2024
insert_link World US approves sale of 31 armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion The US has approved a four billion USD deal to potentially sell India 31 armed drones, six years after the two sides first started discussing the pact. The approval by the US State Department comes as the White House continues to try and wean New Delhi away from Russian arms. Priyata Brajabasi reports. today2 February, 2024
insert_link World U.S. interest rates holding steady as central bank waits for consistent inflation The U.S. Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged in their meetings this week– although the committee is hinting that they are likely to cut rates overall this year by 0.75%. Caroline Malone reports. today1 February, 2024
insert_link World US border reforms could be unveiled this week US lawmakers could unveil sweeping new border reforms this week, according to sources. After weeks of closed-door negotiations, a bipartisan immigration proposal could be on the cards - marking the first major policy overhaul since the 1990s. The bill would aim to reduce unprecedented levels of illegal crossings along the southern border. Sally Patterson has more. today30 January, 2024
insert_link World U.S. President Biden under pressure over deadly attack on troops in Jordan The U.S. is weighing up how to respond to an attack on its service people killed and injured in an attack on the Jordan-Syrian border, blamed on Iran-backed militia. There's pressure on President Joe Biden to retaliate; with some opposition Republicans calling for him to target Tehran. Caroline Malone reports. Related video: today30 January, 2024
insert_link World US Defense Secretary returns to work at Pentagon US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has returned to work at the Pentagon after nearly a month's leave due to prostate cancer. His return comes after 3 US troops were killed in a drone attack in the Middle East.Nick Harper reports from Washington. today30 January, 2024
insert_link World U.S. journalist to be held another two months by Russia, without trial Evan Gerschkovich, who is being held in Russia, has once again had his detention extended – even before his case has made it to court. He will remain behind bars until at least March 30th – at least a year since he was first detained for spying, charges that the U.S. government denies. Caroline Malone reports. today29 January, 2024
