Biden agrees $1tn infrastructure package with senatorsPlan covers projects in clean energy, power grid upgrade and public transportationThu Jun 24 2021 - 21:06
US authorities receive fresh information in search for missing IrishmanWyoming resident spoke to Cian McLaughlin at the national park before he went missingThu Jun 24 2021 - 06:24
Boston politician named as next US Ambassador to IrelandBiden administration nominates representative who campaigned for presidentWed Jun 23 2021 - 22:59
Biden to crack down on violent crimeUS president warns shooting could spike as murders and violence increase across AmericaWed Jun 23 2021 - 22:43
Adams takes early lead in New York mayoral Democratic primary raceFormer police officer secures 32 per cent of first preference voteWed Jun 23 2021 - 20:20
White House urges young adults to get vaccinated against Covid-19‘Few extra weeks’ needed to hit goal of administering one shot to 70% of adults by July 4thTue Jun 22 2021 - 20:47
New Yorkers to vote on Democratic candidate for mayoral electionWinner is most likely to succeed Bill de Blasio when election takes place in NovemberMon Jun 21 2021 - 21:01
Few breakthroughs on EU-US strains as Biden-Putin meeting dominates US newsAmerica Letter: It remains unclear if special envoy to Northern Ireland will be appointedFri Jun 18 2021 - 20:00
Republican senators vow to block voting rights BillDemocrats boosted by senator Joe Manchin’s proposed slimmed-down version of BillFri Jun 18 2021 - 18:53
Search continues for Irishman missing in WyomingCian McLaughlin last seen on ‘strenuous’ hike in Grand Teton National ParkFri Jun 18 2021 - 06:44
Joe Biden signs law making Juneteenth a national holidayUS president says date ‘marks the long night of slavery and a promise of a morning to come’Thu Jun 17 2021 - 22:14
Putin’s defiance over Alexei Navalny proves central dilemma for BidenMeeting between US and Russian leaders will dictate shape of relations for at least a yearWed Jun 16 2021 - 21:46
Biden and Putin hold ‘positive’ talks but tough words over NavalnyUS president warns Russian leader of ‘devastating’ fallout if jailed activist diesWed Jun 16 2021 - 21:39
Suzanne Lynch: Why exactly is Biden meeting Putin?The Russian leader will get a boost but it’s difficult to see any benefit for the US presidentWed Jun 16 2021 - 01:36
Joe Biden set for tough talks with ‘worthy adversary’ Vladimir PutinAmerican president says US will ‘respond in kind’ if Russia continues with cyberactivitiesTue Jun 15 2021 - 20:26
American Covid vaccine shows strong trial results, but will US need it?US vaccination take-up rates are slowing, as Novavax jab on course for autumn approvalMon Jun 14 2021 - 20:26
Biden had ‘candid discussion’ with Johnson on Northern Ireland protocolBilateral meeting focused on issue that overshadowed G7 summit of world leadersMon Jun 14 2021 - 07:16
All to play for as New York mayor race heats upSeasoned candidates steal a march on front-runner Yang in post-Covid citySat Jun 12 2021 - 06:00
US still reluctant to let non-Americans enter country from overseasAmerica Letter: Thousands working under temporary visas unable to travel homeFri Jun 11 2021 - 20:00
Immigration issue gives Kamala Harris her first real hiccup as VPComments following meeting with Guatemalan leader expose muddy messagingFri Jun 11 2021 - 17:00
Joe Biden to put pressure on Boris Johnson over NI protocol during meetingUS national security adviser says concern ‘runs very deep’ on Northern Ireland issueWed Jun 09 2021 - 18:59
Biden to emphasise importance of protocol in meeting with Johnson, says advisorBritish to be urged to find solution and avoid any threat to Good Friday AgreementWed Jun 09 2021 - 14:18
Biden defends plan to meet Putin during first foreign trip as presidentUS Wrap: Week-long visit to Europe will take in G7 summit and meeting with JohnsonTue Jun 08 2021 - 20:56
US’s red-hot post-Covid property market may undermine Biden’s economic visionAmerica Letter: First-time buyers are being priced out while well-heeled Americans snap up second homesFri Jun 04 2021 - 20:00
Trump to make Saturday speech amid reports of summer ralliesFormer US president to speak at North Carolina Republican Party conventionThu Jun 03 2021 - 19:45
Biden dubs June ‘month of action’ as he seeks to raise US vaccination ratesGoal of 70% of US having at least one jab by July 4th helped by offers of beer and free tripsWed Jun 02 2021 - 20:00
US suspends oil drilling in Alaska’s Arctic refugeBiden administration reverses Trump-era programme in state’s wildlife refugeWed Jun 02 2021 - 17:12
Biden pledges to close US racial wage gap on anniversary of Tulsa massacrePresident’s visit marks 100 years since hundreds of black residents killed by white mobTue Jun 01 2021 - 22:59
US travel set to rebound as Americans celebrate Memorial weekendAirlines add more seats and routes to meet pent-up demandFri May 28 2021 - 20:38
Biden’s Tulsa visit will highlight another dark event in the racial history of the USAmerica Letter: Achieving substantive change in policing would be a true tribute to George FloydFri May 28 2021 - 20:00
Biden appeals to Republicans to back major infrastructure planUS Wrap: President urges ‘bold investments in our families, our communities and our nation’Thu May 27 2021 - 21:02
Marjorie Taylor Greene positions herself as Trump’s heir as controversies multiplyUS congresswoman is under fire from Republican colleagues but has grassroots baseWed May 26 2021 - 21:56
George Floyd’s family meet Joe Biden on the anniversary of his deathRelative’s of black man killed by police officer call for ‘meaningful’ legislation reformTue May 25 2021 - 21:51
White House says no decision made on Northern Ireland envoy appointmentPosition was last held by Trump appointee Mick MulvaneyTue May 25 2021 - 20:06
US condemns ‘outrageous’ Ryanair flight diversion in talks with CoveneyMeetings with Biden’s highest-ranking figures involved talks on Israel and Northern IrelandTue May 25 2021 - 06:38
Empire of Pain: America’s opioid crisis and the family behind itBook review: Patrick Radden Keefe offers a forensic account of the Sacklers’ direct involvement in the development and promotion of OxyContinSat May 22 2021 - 06:00
Blinken to visit Israel after ceasefire as Biden hails ‘quiet diplomacy’US to discuss recovery efforts after Gaza conflict as some Democrats call for halt to arms dealFri May 21 2021 - 21:05
US supreme court’s imbalance looms over Roe v Wade interventionAmerica Letter: Activists fret that nearly 50 years of reproductive rights could be undoneFri May 21 2021 - 20:00
Biden welcomes announcement of ceasefire between Israel and HamasUS president reiterates commitment to supporting Israel’s ‘Iron dome’ rocket defencre systemFri May 21 2021 - 09:56
US first lady enlists Fauci to promote jabs for teenagersJill Biden swerves question about once using an expletive to describe Kamala HarrisThu May 20 2021 - 21:15
Trump’s legal difficulties intensify as New York AG announces criminal inquiryLetitia James is investigating Trump Organisation in ‘criminal capacity’, spokesman saysWed May 19 2021 - 22:12
Key Republicans oppose setting up commission to investigate Capitol riotsUS House may vote on Wednesday on bipartisan Bill to examine events of January 6thTue May 18 2021 - 21:18
Coveney supports appointment of Northern Ireland envoy by US governmentWhite House prepares to name number of ambassadorial positions in coming weeksTue May 18 2021 - 20:25
Israel says Gaza assault to continue on day of Palestinian protests and strikesFurther clashes as Netanyahu issues warning and world powers ramp up ceasefire effortsTue May 18 2021 - 20:10
Few signs that Biden is prepared to step up pressure on IsraelUS insists it is working hard behind scenes to halt Gaza conflict as it again blocks UN statementMon May 17 2021 - 21:00
US to export further 20m Covid-19 vaccines, Biden announcesMove marks first time vaccines already approved by US regulators will be sent abroadMon May 17 2021 - 19:30
UN chief urges immediate cessation of hostilities in GazaSecurity Council agreement proves elusive due to resistance from United StatesSun May 16 2021 - 20:56
George W Bush enjoys something of a renaissance as his party tears itself apartAmerica Letter: Bush jnr’s new book about immigrants is his latest rehabilitation effortFri May 14 2021 - 20:00
US states to reassess mask-wearing rules as CDC relaxes guidance in surprise moveJoe Biden hails ‘great milestone’ but some states wary of loosening rulesFri May 14 2021 - 18:00
Washington appears as steadfast as ever in support of IsraelAs conflict with Palestinian militants escalates, Joe Biden makes clear where he standsThu May 13 2021 - 19:30
