Lights Out in DC: How the Latest US Government Shutdown Affects You
America’s government shutdown has dimmed Washington, furloughed hundreds of thousands, halted national services, and left markets and travelers navigating uncertainty.
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European Leaders, Zelensky Meet in Washington Before White House Talks
European leaders and Ukrainian President Zelensky meet in Washington on Monday to prepare for White House talks with President Trump, reinforcing transatlantic coordination.
Federal Forces Patrol D.C. as Trump Pushes to Extend Takeover
President Trump declared a public safety emergency, sending federal troops into Washington, D.C., and will push Congress for a crime bill to extend the takeover beyond 30 days.
Trump Deploys National Guard to Washington in Crime-Fighting Move
President Trump ordered 800 National Guard troops to Washington under a public safety emergency, citing violent crime and homelessness, sparking local pushback and legal challenges.
Survey Launches on Trump’s DC Crime Emergency Declaration
A global survey asks readers to weigh in on President Trump’s August 11, 2025 crime emergency declaration in Washington, D.C., targeting violent crime and homelessness.
Trump Declares ‘Liberation Day’ in DC, Deploys National Guard
President Trump announced a National Guard deployment and federal takeover of DC police to combat rising crime, calling it ‘Liberation Day’ in Washington.
“Dead to Rights” Debuts in Washington, D.C., Recounts Nanjing 1937 Massacre
Over 200 guests, including Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng, attended the North American premiere of Dead to Rights in Washington, D.C., spotlighting the 1937 Nanjing Massacre.
Wu Yibing Cruises Past Monfils to Reach Citi Open Round Two
Chinese mainland’s Wu Yibing cruised past Gael Monfils 6-3, 6-1 at Citi Open, notching his first ATP Tour win this season. Next up: No.10 seed Alexei Popyrin.
Man Charged in Washington Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff
In Washington, a suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder after allegedly gunning down Israeli Embassy staff outside a museum, raising concerns over diplomatic security.
Netanyahu Decries Antisemitic Attack After Israeli Embassy Staff Killed in DC
Two Israeli embassy staff were fatally shot near the Capital Jewish Museum in DC. PM Netanyahu calls it an antisemitic attack and orders stepping up global diplomatic security.