Congress holds emergency session on military authorisation vote

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle clash over the scope of presidential war powers as the House convenes a rare Saturday session to debate potential military action.

7 hrs ago

Northern border crossings see increased security checks amid global uncertainty

Travellers report wait times doubling at major US-Canada border crossings as Homeland Security implements enhanced screening protocols at all points of entry.

9 hrs ago

Oil prices surge past $105 as US consumers brace for pump price shock

Energy analysts warn that sustained conflict in the Gulf could push gasoline prices above $5 per gallon by summer, hitting American households hard.

10 hrs ago

Veterans groups urge caution as debate over new deployments intensifies

Major veterans' organisations issue a joint statement calling on the administration to exhaust all diplomatic options before committing troops to another overseas conflict.

12 hrs ago