Trump selects budget chief to ‘dismantle the Deep State’
Russell Vought was a key architect of Project 2025.
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Trump, Musk watch SpaceX abort Starship booster catch
SpaceX’s Starship rocket splashed down after an aborted booster catch attempt.
Trump appoints Dr Oz to key US health role
Former TV celebrity chosen to lead the US' massive public health insurance programme.
Rocky reception: Fans blast Stallone as star praises Trump
The actor likens Trump to his character Rocky, says he is the 'second George Washington'.
Republicans complete US power takeover with House majority
The victory will hand US President-elect Donald Trump vast legislative power.
Three charged in alleged Iran plot to assassinate Trump
The assignment to try to kill Republican leader allegedly began in mid-to-late September.
Martha Stewart: I had a secret affair – but men who cheat are ‘a piece of s***’
Telegraph: The self-made billionaire served as a warning for the perils of success.
Putin and Trump say they are ready to talk
Russian President previously claimed he wanted Harris to win the United States election.
'Ice maiden': The mastermind of Trump's return to power
Susie Wiles will be the first woman to be chief of staff in the White House.
43 monkeys on the loose after escaping US research centre
Authorities urge residents to keep their doors and windows locked.
Trump campaign quietly distances itself from RFK jnr after new vaccine safety comments
Concerns supporter would struggle to make it through security clearance for top role.
US Election: Crucial swing states explained
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How to celebrate Mexico’s Day of the Dead like a local
For an authentic, lively experience, celebrate Día de los Muertos in Puerto Vallarta.
Comedian at Trump rally takes aim at birthrates among Latinos
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe commented on birthrates among Latinos and called the US territory of Puerto Rico a 'floating island of garbage' at a Trump rally in New York. Video / AFP
Missing US grandma's dismembered body found in her basement
Candace Craig, 46, is on trial in the killing of her 71-year-old mother.
Pot's in pans: US pizzeria apologises for accidentally getting customers high
Dough was mistakenly made with cannabis oil and five customers needed emergency services.
Nasa astronaut hospitalised after return from ISS is released
Nasa did not reveal who was hospitalised nor the reason.
Watch: Trump calls Harris a ‘s***’ vice-president
His remarks were part of a speech that included a story about an ex-golfer's penis.
Watch: Trump goes behind the grill at McDonald’s
He claims Kamala Harris is lying about working for the fast-food chain.
Elon Musk pledges to give away US$1m daily for signing his petition
Musk says if Kamala Harris wins in November, it will be 'the last election'.
Seven dead after dock walkway collapses in Georgia, US
At least 20 people were tossed into the waters off Sapelo Island.
'What's he hiding?': Harris calls on Trump to release his medical records
Trump's campaign asserted he is also in 'perfect and excellent health'.
Trump calls for death penalty for migrants who kill Americans
Trump’s campaign has reportedly asked for military assets to protect him.
Hurricane Milton: Millions without power as massive recovery begins
16 are dead and over 2 million without power after Hurricane Milton swept through Florida.
Elon Musk joins defiant Trump on stage as he returns to scene of assassination attempt
'As I was saying,' Trump said as he appeared on stage.
Trump makes dramatic return to site of assassination attempt
The July shooting became a defining moment for Trump's presidential campaign.
Watch: Boy, 10, drives stolen car around playground
Police say the child is also a suspect in a dozen cases, from robbery to armed assault.
Matt Terrill on the upcoming US Vice-Presidential debate
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Helene death toll rises to at least 64 as southeast US cleans up
Hurricane Helene has dissipated but millions remain without power.
Harris accepts October 23 debate, Trump says it's 'too late'
Trump said he would not agree to a rematch with Harris as an October date is 'too late'.