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Ricardo M. Urbina, Trailblazing Latino Judge in Capital, Dies at 78

Before being appointed to the bench in Washington, he was a track star who became a symbol of discrimination against Black athletes.

Ricardo M. Urbina, Trailblazing Latino Judge in Capital, Dies at 78

Biden’s Strategy: Help Immigrants in the U.S., but Stop Others From Arriving

President Biden’s recent actions on immigration put his approach to one of the most divisive issues in the 2024 election into focus.

Biden’s Strategy: Help Immigrants in the U.S., but Stop Others From Arriving

New Mexico Battles ‘Devastating’ Wildfires as Weather Complicates the Fight

The state’s governor declared a regional state of emergency as thousands evacuated. Wind and rain could affect firefighting efforts.

New Mexico Battles ‘Devastating’ Wildfires as Weather Complicates the Fight

Putin and Kim Jong-un Sign Pact in North Korea

A need for munitions to use against Ukraine is pushing Russia’s leader to deepen his ties with North Korea, raising alarms in the West. The text of th...

Putin and Kim Jong-un Sign Pact in North Korea

Timberlake's lawyer to 'vigorously defend' pop star over drink-driving charge

Justin Timberlake's lawyer has said he is "looking forward to vigorously defending" the US singer after he was arrested and charged with drink-driving...

Timberlake's lawyer to 'vigorously defend' pop star over drink-driving charge

Congress Debates Expanded Draft Amid Military Recruitment Challenges

Republicans and Democrats are weighing proposals to expand military conscription to women and make registration automatic. Both proposals face an uphi...

Congress Debates Expanded Draft Amid Military Recruitment Challenges

Boeing crash relatives seek $25bn fine for 'deadliest corporate crime in US history'

Boeing should be fined almost $25bn (£19.7bn) and face criminal proceedings over two fatal 737 MAX 8 crashes, according to relatives of some of the 34...

Boeing crash relatives seek $25bn fine for 'deadliest corporate crime in US history'

Ariana Grande addresses criticism after 'voice change' clip goes viral

Ariana Grande has responded to criticism about a change in her speaking voice after an interview clip went viral, explaining she shifts her tone inten...

Ariana Grande addresses criticism after 'voice change' clip goes viral

'This is going to ruin the tour': New details emerge of Justin Timberlake drink-driving arrest

A police officer who pulled Justin Timberlake over before his arrest for alleged drink-driving did not recognise the star, according to a US media rep...

'This is going to ruin the tour': New details emerge of Justin Timberlake drink-driving arrest

Microplastics found in penises for first time, researchers say

Microplastics have been found in penises for the first time, with scientists raising questions about their impact on sexual health.

Microplastics found in penises for first time, researchers say

Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies aged 93

Willie Mays, considered one of the best players in the history of baseball and called the 'Say Hey Kid', has died at the age of 93.

Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies aged 93

What Donald Trump Learned From Don King

The decades-long friendship of two men who never especially changed.

What Donald Trump Learned From Don King

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to be Questioned by Senate Panel

Confronted by families of those killed on two flights, Dave Calhoun, Boeing’s chief executive, apologized for “the grief that we have caused.”

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to be Questioned by Senate Panel

Biden Gives Legal Protections to Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens

The new policy is one of the most significant actions to protect immigrants in years. It affects about 500,000 people who have been living in the Unit...

Biden Gives Legal Protections to Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens

On Immigration, Biden Attempts to Replicate a Powerful Obama Moment

The president’s announcement to expand legal protections for some undocumented spouses of American citizens evoked Barack Obama’s move to help young i...

On Immigration, Biden Attempts to Replicate a Powerful Obama Moment

US Republican 'sorry' for repeatedly pouring water in colleague's bag

A US Republican representative has said she is "truly ashamed" after being filmed pouring water into the bag of a Democratic colleague.

US Republican 'sorry' for repeatedly pouring water in colleague's bag

Two Wildfires in New Mexico Burn Out of Control and Force Evacuations

Thousands of people were being evacuated from the village of Ruidoso and nearby areas as of Tuesday morning.

Two Wildfires in New Mexico Burn Out of Control and Force Evacuations

Nvidia, with $3.34 Trillion Market Cap, Becomes Most Valuable Company

The chip maker’s stock price has jumped over the last year thanks to its stranglehold on the market for the chips needed to build A.I. systems.

Nvidia, with $3.34 Trillion Market Cap, Becomes Most Valuable Company

Deadly wildfire forces thousands to flee homes

At least one person has died as wildfires swept into a village in southern New Mexico, forcing thousands of people to flee their homes.

Deadly wildfire forces thousands to flee homes

Newsom Calls for Ban on Smartphone Use in California Schools

Gov. Gavin Newsom called for a statewide ban as states and large school districts have pursued similar prohibitions to prevent disruption and cyberbul...

Newsom Calls for Ban on Smartphone Use in California Schools