Revealed: Mexico’s industrial boomtown is making goods for the US. Residents say they’re ‘breathing poison’

The Trump administration has paused all asylum decisions and halted visa issuance for Afghan nationals following a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., which critically injured two members of the National Guard. This decision has left many asylum seekers, including those from Afghanistan, in a state of uncertainty regarding their immigration status and future in the U.S.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed soldiers in Iraq to disregard legal advice regarding rules of engagement, particularly concerning the use of lethal force against enemy combatants. This directive is detailed in Hegseth's recent book, where he criticizes the constraints imposed by international laws of war and the Geneva Conventions.

In 2025, the United States recorded 17 mass killings, marking the lowest number since 2006. This statistic reflects a significant decrease in such tragic events over the years, indicating potential improvements in safety measures and community responses to violence.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has called for a 'full travel ban' on countries she claims are 'flooding' the United States, emphasizing the need for stricter immigration controls. This statement reflects her ongoing focus on immigration policy and national security, which has been a significant topic in U.S. political discourse.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed concerns that upcoming talks between U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin may exert undue pressure on Ukraine to concede in ongoing negotiations. Kallas emphasized that the focus should remain on Russia's role in initiating the conflict and targeting civilians.

Trinidad and Tobago's approval of a US military radar installation has raised concerns about the Caribbean's potential involvement in the escalating US-Venezuela crisis. Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has attempted to mitigate fears by stating that a US C-17 aircraft was merely transporting marines for a road construction project, asserting that no marines remain in the country.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has asserted that the country is prepared to defend itself against potential land attacks from the United States, which has recently escalated military pressure in the region. This declaration comes amid heightened tensions following U.S. military deployments and threats of military action against alleged drug trafficking linked to Maduro's government.

A winter storm impacted the Midwest over the Thanksgiving weekend, bringing over a foot of snow and strong winds, leading to significant travel disruptions. Notably, a 45-car pile-up occurred on Interstate 78 in Indiana, and a Delta Air Lines plane skidded off the runway in Des Moines, Iowa, as 53 million people were under winter weather alerts from South Dakota to New York.