USA: Chris Brown sues Warner Bros over documentary’s sex assault claims

Musician Chris Brown says he’s suing a film studio over a documentary released last year which included accusations of sexual assault. Chris Brown: A History of Violence was released by…

USA: Thousands evacuated as new fast-growing fire ignites near Los Angeles

A new fast-moving wildfire has erupted in Los Angeles County, prompting tens of thousands to evacuate a region already reeling from the most destructive fires in its history. The Hughes…

USA: Trump considers 10% tariff on China from February

US President Donald Trump has said he is considering imposing a 10% tariff on imports of Chinese-made goods as soon as 1 February. Trump said discussions with his administration were…

USA: Tech giants announce $500bn ‘Stargate’ AI plan in US

The creator of ChatGPT, OpenAI, is teaming up with another US tech giant, a Japanese investment firm and an Emirati sovereign wealth fund to build $500bn (£405bn) of artificial intelligence…

USA: Trump impersonator set to tour as demand rockets

A comedian who impersonates Donald Trump has said he has seen a 30-40% increase in bookings since he was re-elected as president in November. Mike Osman, 65, from Southampton, said…

USA: Trump tells Putin to end ‘ridiculous war’ in Ukraine or face new sanctions

Donald Trump has warned he will impose high tariffs and further sanctions on Russia if Vladimir Putin fails to end the war in Ukraine. Writing on his social media platform…

USA: Trump pardons Silk Road dark web market creator Ross Ulbricht

US President Donald Trump says he has signed a full and unconditional pardon for Ross Ulbricht, who operated Silk Road, the dark web marketplace where illegal drugs were sold. Ulbricht…

USA. Convicted US Capitol rioter turns down Trump pardon

One of the people who served jail time for taking part in the US Capitol riot four years ago has refused a pardon from President Donald Trump, saying: “We were…

China: Authorities call for ‘win-win’ solution to trade tensions

A top Chinese official has warned against protectionism, speaking out as Donald Trump’s return to the White House renews the threat of a trade war. Addressing the World Economic Forum…

USA: Who were Trump’s inauguration guests

A host of less familiar faces mingled with former presidents, family members and US officials at Donald Trump’s inauguration. From tech billionaires to social media influencers, here’s your guide to…