The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers. … [Read more...] about Government shutdown stretches on as thousands of federal workers face layoffs
Powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Philippines
The 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the southern Philippines island of Mindanao and prompted a tsunami warning. … [Read more...] about Powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Philippines
Peru’s deeply unpopular president impeached over crime wave
Peru's Congress voted early Friday to remove deeply unpopular President Dina Boluarte from office as a crime wave grips the South American nation. … [Read more...] about Peru’s deeply unpopular president impeached over crime wave
Shutdown will extend into next week as Senate adjourns without breaking stalemate
The government shutdown will last at least until at least next week, as the Senate adjourned until Tuesday after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. … [Read more...] about Shutdown will extend into next week as Senate adjourns without breaking stalemate
500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area amid legal battle
A federal judge is expected to rule on Thursday on a request from the governor and mayor to block the troop deployment. … [Read more...] about 500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area amid legal battle