Who is Abigail Spanberger, the Democrat who gave the State of the Union response?
The rebuttal – first delivered in 1966 – is often given by rising stars in the opposition party.source
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Is US crime at a historic low?
Alex Piquero, a professor of criminology at the University of Miami, said a renewed focus on crime prevention policies could be responsible for the decline, including “policing focused on violent places and violent people” as well as “programs focused on social skills, self-control, and cognitive behavioural therapy”. source
Explore More'Exciting' or 'frustrating'? – US East Coast locals and tourists react to record snow
A major snowstorm has slammed parts of the East Coast. On Monday, about 40 million people were under a blizzard warning in states like New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Long Island, and more than 600,00 homes and businesses were without power. Massachusetts is the hardest hit state with nearly 300,000 without power, followed by […]
Explore MoreWhat to watch for during Trump's State of the Union address
US President Donald Trump will deliver his first official State of the Union address of his second term on 24 February. The president will address a joint session of Congress outlining what he feels are his accomplishments of his first year in office as well as his agenda moving forward. The BBC’s Washington correspondent Daniel […]
Explore MoreWatch: US TV reporters battle snowy conditions as a major storm hits east coast
A major winter storm slammed the US east coast, bringing heavy snow, freezing temperatures and powerful winds that made even standing still a challenge. US television reporters braved the elements to show just how intense the conditions were, with one journalist creatively using a plastic bag to demonstrate the force of the gusts as it […]
Explore MoreUS threatens Anthropic with deadline in dispute on AI safeguards
The AI developer laid out red lines on military use of its products, a source said.source
Explore MoreTrump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.source
Explore MoreUS government drops case against Democrats in 'illegal orders' video
The six lawmakers – all military and intelligence veterans – released a video last year reminding servicemembers they can refuse illegal orders.source
Explore MoreFrench minister moves to block US envoy Kushner from government access
The minister says Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law Jared, failed to explain comments about violence in France.source
Explore MoreNetflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms
Netflix has offered $27.75 a share, or $82.7bn (£61.2bn) in total, for Warner Bros’ studio and streaming networks – including brands such as Warner Bros, New Line Cinema, and HBO Max – leaving the rest of the firm to be spun off as an independent company. source
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