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It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. 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But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. 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(AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. 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At the time of the UFC's inception in 1993, mixed martial arts was not sanctioned in the United States, and did not include weight classes. Instead of the traditional championship model, the UFC held tournaments with the winner receiving a permanent appellation.[2] In response to criticism from Senator John McCain that saw the loss of its television deal and the banning of the sport in thirty-six states, the UFC increased its cooperation with state athletic commissions and introduced weight classes in 1997, starting with UFC 12, and began introducing weight-specific titles.[3] The original codification for weight classes introduced only two divisions: heavyweight, which grouped together all competitors above 200 pounds (91 kg), and lightweight, which encompassed all competitors 199 pounds (90 kg) and under. At UFC 14 the lightweight division would be renamed to middleweight, though it would still encompass all fighters 199 pounds (90 kg) and under.[4] The lightweight moniker would later return at UFC 16 with a new division consisting of those competitors 170 pounds (77 kg) and under.[5] Two years later a fourth weight class, the bantamweight division, arrived at UFC 26 and included all fighters 155 pounds (70 kg) and under.[4] In 2000, the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board completely took over MMA regulation in its home state and developed new rules and weight classes that eventually became the de facto rule set for all mixed martial arts.[6] The UFC realigned their weight classes to comply with these new regulations in 2001, beginning with UFC 31.[7] At the time, this brought the total number of active divisions in the UFC to five: lightweight, welterweight, middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight. It would be nearly ten years before the UFC would expand their divisional offerings to include any of the lower weight classes. The first additions came in late 2010 when the UFC merged with their sister organization World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC). Due to the WEC's focus on lighter weight fighters, this merger necessitated the addition of both the featherweight and bantamweight divisions to the UFC, starting with The Ultimate Fighter season 12 finale.[8] In early 2012 the UFC decided they would delve even further into the lower weight classes when they announced the introduction of the flyweight division to their ranks, beginning with UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann.[9] In November 2012, as a result of the forthcoming dissolution of their sister organization Strikeforce, the UFC announced they would be adding female fighters to their roster for the first time in the promotion's history. Initially, only the women's bantamweight division was brought over, with the division's premiere bout taking place at UFC 157.[10] A little over a year later, the UFC announced they would be expanding their weight classes for female fighters with the addition of a women's strawweight division,[11] the first bout took place at UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs. Miller.[12] In late 2016, a featherweight division was introduced for the women with the first bout to be for the inaugural championship at UFC 208 on February 11, 2017. In that same year the UFC announced the Women's Flyweight division would officially be added, with the winner of the 26th season of The Ultimate Fighter to be named the inaugural champion. Current champions Edit [13] Men Edit Division Champion Since Defenses Heavyweight Francis Ngannou Mar 27, 2021 1 Light Heavyweight Glover Teixeira Oct 30, 2021 0 Middleweight Israel Adesanya Oct 6, 2019 4 Welterweight Kamaru Usman Mar 2, 2019 5 Lightweight Charles Oliveira May 15, 2021 1 Featherweight Alexander Volkanovski Dec 14, 2019 2 Bantamweight Aljamain Sterling Mar 6, 2021 0 Petr Yan (interim) Oct 30, 2021 0 Flyweight Deiveson Figueiredo Jan 22, 2022 0 Women Edit Division Champion Since Defenses Featherweight Amanda Nunes Dec 29, 2018 2 Bantamweight Julianna Peña Dec 11, 2021 0 Flyweight Valentina Shevchenko Dec 8, 2018 6 Strawweight Rose Namajunas Apr 24, 2021 1 Men's championship history Edit Heavyweight Championship Edit 206 to 265 lb (93 to 120 kg) The UFC Superfight Championship was unified with the UFC Tournament Championship to determine the inaugural UFC Heavyweight Champion on February 7, 1997, when Mark Coleman defeated Dan Severn at UFC 12.[4] No. Name Event Date Reign (total) Defenses 1 Mark Coleman def. Dan Severn UFC 12 Dothan, AL, US Feb 7, 1997 170 days 2 Maurice Smith UFC 14 Birmingham, AL, US Jul 27, 1997 147 days 1. def. Tank Abbott at UFC 15 on Oct 17, 1997 3 Randy Couture UFC Japan Yokohama, Japan Dec 21, 1997 ? days Couture was stripped of the title in January 1998, when he left the UFC due to a contract dispute. 4 Bas Rutten def. Kevin Randleman UFC 20 Birmingham, AL, US May 7, 1999 ? days Rutten vacated the title in June 1999 in order to drop down to Light Heavyweight. He retired soon after due to training injuries.[14] 5 Kevin Randleman def. Pete Williams UFC 23 Tokyo, Japan Nov 19, 1999 364 days 1. def. Pedro Rizzo at UFC 26 on Jun 9, 2000 6 Randy Couture (2) UFC 28 Atlantic City, NJ, US Nov 17, 2000 490 days (490+ days) 1. def. Pedro Rizzo at UFC 31 on May 4, 2001 2. 2. def. Pedro Rizzo at UFC 34 on Nov 2, 2001 7 Josh Barnett UFC 36 Las Vegas, NV, US Mar 22, 2002 126 days Barnett was stripped of the title on July 26, 2002, after testing positive for anabolic steroids in a post-fight drug test.[15] 8 Ricco Rodriguez def. Randy Couture UFC 39 Uncasville, CT, US Sep 27, 2002 154 days 9 Tim Sylvia UFC 41 Atlantic City, NJ, US Feb 28, 2003 229 days 1. def. Gan McGee at UFC 44 on Sep 26, 2003 Sylvia was stripped of the title on October 15, 2003, after testing positive for anabolic steroids in a post-fight drug test.[16] 10 Frank Mir def. Tim Sylvia UFC 48 Las Vegas, NV, US Jun 19, 2004 419 days — Andrei Arlovski def. Tim Sylvia for interim title UFC 51 Las Vegas, NV, US Feb 5, 2005 — 1. def. Justin Eilers at UFC 53 on Jun 4, 2005 Mir was stripped of the title on August 12, 2005, for inactivity resulting from injuries he sustained in a road accident.[17] 11 Andrei Arlovski promoted to undisputed champion — Aug 12, 2005 246 days 1. def. Paul Buentello at UFC 55 on Oct 7, 2005 12 Tim Sylvia (2) UFC 59 Anaheim, CA, US Apr 15, 2006 322 days (551 days) 1. def. Andrei Arlovski at UFC 61 on Jul 8, 2006 2. 2. def. Jeff Monson at UFC 65 on Nov 18, 2006 13 Randy Couture (3) UFC 68 Columbus, OH, US Mar 3, 2007 623 days (1,113+ days) 1. def. Gabriel Gonzaga at UFC 74 on Aug 25, 2007 — Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira def. Tim Sylvia for interim title UFC 81 Las Vegas, NV, US Feb 2, 2008 — 14 Brock Lesnar UFC 91 Las Vegas, NV, US Nov 15, 2008 707 days 1. def. interim champion Frank Mir at UFC 100 on Jul 11, 2009 2. 2. def. interim champion Shane Carwin at UFC 116 on Jul 3, 2010 — Frank Mir def. interim champion Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira UFC 92 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 27, 2008 — — Shane Carwin def. Frank Mir for interim title UFC 111 Newark, NJ, US Mar 27, 2010 — 15 Cain Velasquez UFC 121 Anaheim, CA, US Oct 23, 2010 385 days 16 Junior dos Santos UFC on Fox: Velasquez vs. dos Santos Anaheim, CA, US Nov 12, 2011 413 days 1. def. Frank Mir at UFC 146 on May 26, 2012 17 Cain Velasquez (2) UFC 155 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 29, 2012 896 days (1,281 days) 1. def. Antônio Silva at UFC 160 on May 25, 2013 2. 2. def. Junior dos Santos at UFC 166 on Oct 19, 2013 — Fabrício Werdum def. Mark Hunt for interim title UFC 180 Mexico City, Mexico Nov 15, 2014 — 18 Fabrício Werdum UFC 188 Mexico City, Mexico Jun 13, 2015 336 days 19 Stipe Miocic UFC 198 Curitiba, Brazil May 14, 2016 785 days 1. def. Alistair Overeem at UFC 203 on Sep 10, 2016 2. 2. def. Junior dos Santos at UFC 211 on May 13, 2017 3. 3. def. Francis Ngannou at UFC 220 on Jan 20, 2018 20 Daniel Cormier UFC 226 Las Vegas, NV, US Jul 7, 2018 407 days 1. def. Derrick Lewis at UFC 230 on Nov 3, 2018 21 Stipe Miocic (2) UFC 241 Anaheim, CA, US Aug 17, 2019 589 days (1,374 days) 1. def. Daniel Cormier at UFC 252 on Aug 15, 2020 22 Francis Ngannou UFC 260 Las Vegas, NV, US Mar 27, 2021 323 days (incumbent) 1. def. interim champion Ciryl Gane at UFC 270 on Jan 22, 2022 — Ciryl Gane def. Derrick Lewis for interim title UFC 265 Houston, TX, US Aug 7, 2021 — Light Heavyweight Championship Edit 186 to 205 lb (84 to 93 kg) The Light Heavyweight Championship was known as the Middleweight Championship prior to UFC 31 (May 4, 2001). The Pride World Middleweight Championship (209.4 lb) was unified with the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship on September 8, 2007, when Quinton Jackson defeated Dan Henderson at UFC 75.[4] No. Name Event Date Reign (Total) Defenses 1 Frank Shamrock def. Kevin Jackson UFC Japan Yokohama, Japan Dec 21, 1997 703 days 1. def. Igor Zinoviev at UFC 16 on Mar 13, 1998 2. 2. def. Jeremy Horn at UFC 17 on May 15, 1998 3. 3. def. John Lober at UFC Brazil on Oct 16, 1998 4. 4. def. Tito Ortiz at UFC 22 on Sep 24, 1999 Shamrock vacated the title on November 24, 1999, when he retired from the UFC, citing a lack of competition.[1] 2 Tito Ortiz def. Wanderlei Silva UFC 25 Tokyo, Japan Apr 14, 2000 1,260 days 1. def. Yuki Kondo at UFC 29 on Dec 16, 2000 2. 2. def. Evan Tanner at UFC 30 on Feb 23, 2001 3. 3. def. Elvis Sinosic at UFC 32 on Jun 29, 2001 4. 4. def. Vladimir Matyushenko at UFC 33 on Sep 28, 2001 5. 5. def. Ken Shamrock at UFC 40 on Nov 22, 2002 — Randy Couture def. Chuck Liddell for interim title UFC 43 Las Vegas, NV, US Jun 6, 2003 — 3 Randy Couture UFC 44 Las Vegas, NV, US Sep 26, 2003 127 days 4 Vitor Belfort UFC 46 Las Vegas, NV, US Jan 31, 2004 203 days 5 Randy Couture (2) UFC 49 Las Vegas, NV, US Aug 21, 2004 238 days (365 days) 6 Chuck Liddell UFC 52 Las Vegas, NV, US Apr 16, 2005 770 days 1. def. Jeremy Horn at UFC 54 on Aug 20, 2005 2. 2. def. Randy Couture at UFC 57 on Feb 4, 2006 3. 3. def. Renato Sobral at UFC 62 on Aug 26, 2006 4. 4. def. Tito Ortiz at UFC 66 on Dec 30, 2006 7 Quinton Jackson UFC 71 Las Vegas, NV, US May 26, 2007 406 days 1. def. Dan Henderson at UFC 75 on Sep 8, 2007 8 Forrest Griffin UFC 86 Las Vegas, NV, US Jul 5, 2008 175 days 9 Rashad Evans UFC 92 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 27, 2008 147 days 10 Lyoto Machida UFC 98 Las Vegas, NV, US May 23, 2009 350 days 1. def. Maurício Rua at UFC 104 on Oct 24, 2009 11 Maurício Rua UFC 113 Montreal, QC, Canada May 8, 2010 315 days 12 Jon Jones UFC 128 Newark, NJ, US Mar 19, 2011 1,501 days 1. def. Quinton Jackson at UFC 135 on Sep 24, 2011 2. 2. def. Lyoto Machida at UFC 140 on Dec 10, 2011 3. 3. def. Rashad Evans at UFC 145 on Apr 21, 2012 4. 4. def. Vitor Belfort at UFC 152 on Sep 22, 2012 5. 5. def. Chael Sonnen at UFC 159 on Apr 27, 2013 6. 6. def. Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165 on Sep 21, 2013 7. 7. def. Glover Teixeira at UFC 172 on Apr 26, 2014 8. 8. def. Daniel Cormier at UFC 182 on Jan 3, 2015 Jones was stripped of the title on April 28, 2015, due to his involvement and arrest in a felony hit-and-run.[18] 13 Daniel Cormier def. Anthony Johnson UFC 187 Las Vegas, NV, US May 23, 2015 1,315 days 1. def. Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 192 on Oct 3, 2015 2. 2. def. Anthony Johnson at UFC 210 on Apr 8, 2017 3. 3. def. Volkan Oezdemir at UFC 220 on Jan 20, 2018 — Jon Jones def. Ovince Saint Preux for interim title UFC 197 Las Vegas, NV, US Apr 23, 2016 — Jones was stripped of the interim title on November 9, 2016, due to his one-year suspension related to a failed pre-fight drug test.[19] Jones won the undisputed title at UFC 214 on July 29, 2017, but was stripped on September 13, 2017, after his win was overturned to a no-contest due to a failed pre-fight drug test. Cormier was then retroactively reinstated as champion.[20] Cormier vacated the title on December 28, 2018, 174 days after winning the heavyweight title.[21] 14 Jon Jones (2) def. Alexander Gustafsson UFC 232 Inglewood, CA, US Dec 29, 2018 597 days (2,098 days) 1. def. Anthony Smith at UFC 235 on Mar 2, 2019 2. 2. def. Thiago Santos at UFC 239 on Jul 6, 2019 3. 3. def. Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 on Feb 8, 2020 Jones vacated the belt on August 17, 2020, citing issues with the UFC over salary negotiation and the desire to compete at heavyweight.[22][23] 15 Jan Błachowicz def. Dominick Reyes UFC 253 Abu Dhabi, UAE Sep 27, 2020 398 days 1. def. Israel Adesanya at UFC 259 on Mar 6, 2021 16 Glover Teixeira UFC 267 Abu Dhabi, UAE Oct 30, 2021 106 days (incumbent) Middleweight Championship Edit 171 to 185 lb (78 to 84 kg) The Pride World Welterweight Championship (183 lb) was unified with the UFC Middleweight Championship on March 1, 2008, when Anderson Silva defeated Dan Henderson at UFC 82.[24] No. Name Event Date Reign Defenses 1 Dave Menne def. Gil Castillo UFC 33 Las Vegas, NV, US Sep 28, 2001 105 days 2 Murilo Bustamante UFC 35 Las Vegas, NV, US Jan 11, 2002 267 days 1. def. Matt Lindland at UFC 37 on May 10, 2002 Bustamante was stripped of the title on October 5, 2002, when he left the UFC for Pride.[1] 3 Evan Tanner def. David Terrell UFC 51 Las Vegas, NV, US Feb 5, 2005 119 days 4 Rich Franklin UFC 53 Atlantic City, NJ, US Jun 4, 2005 497 days 1. def. Nate Quarry at UFC 56 on Nov 19, 2005 2. 2. def. David Loiseau at UFC 58 on Mar 4, 2006 5 Anderson Silva UFC 64 Las Vegas, NV, US Oct 14, 2006 2,457 days 1. def. Nate Marquardt at UFC 73 on Jul 7, 2007 2. 2. def. Rich Franklin at UFC 77 on Oct 20, 2007 3. 3. def. Dan Henderson at UFC 82 on Mar 1, 2008 4. 4. def. Patrick Côté at UFC 90 on Oct 25, 2008 5. 5. def. Thales Leites at UFC 97 on Apr 18, 2009 6. 6. def. Demian Maia at UFC 112 on Apr 10, 2010 7. 7. def. Chael Sonnen at UFC 117 on Aug 7, 2010 8. 8. def. Vitor Belfort at UFC 126 on Feb 5, 2011 9. 9. def. Yushin Okami at UFC 134 on Aug 27, 2011 10. 10. def. Chael Sonnen at UFC 148 on Jul 7, 2012 6 Chris Weidman UFC 162 Las Vegas, NV, US Jul 6, 2013 889 days 1. def. Anderson Silva at UFC 168 on Dec 28, 2013 2. 2. def. Lyoto Machida at UFC 175 on Jul 5, 2014 3. 3. def. Vitor Belfort at UFC 187 on May 23, 2015 7 Luke Rockhold UFC 194 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 12, 2015 175 days 8 Michael Bisping UFC 199 Inglewood, CA, US Jun 4, 2016 518 days 1. def. Dan Henderson at UFC 204 on Oct 8, 2016 — Robert Whittaker def. Yoel Romero for interim title UFC 213 Las Vegas, NV, US Jul 8, 2017 — 9 Georges St-Pierre UFC 217 New York City, NY, US Nov 4, 2017 33 days St-Pierre vacated the title on December 7, 2017, due to ulcerative colitis.[25][26] 10 Robert Whittaker promoted to undisputed champion — Dec 7, 2017 660 days — Israel Adesanya def. Kelvin Gastelum for interim title UFC 236 Atlanta, GA, US Apr 13, 2019 — 11 Israel Adesanya UFC 243 Melbourne, Australia Oct 6, 2019 861 days (incumbent) 1. def. Yoel Romero at UFC 248 on Mar 7, 2020 2. 2. def. Paulo Costa at UFC 253 on Sep 27, 2020 3. 3. def. Marvin Vettori at UFC 263 on Jun 12, 2021 4. 4. def. Robert Whittaker at UFC 271 on Feb 12, 2022 Welterweight Championship Edit 156 to 170 lb (71 to 77 kg) The Welterweight Championship was known as the Lightweight Championship prior to UFC 31 (May 4, 2001). No. Name Event Date Reign (Total) Defenses 1 Pat Miletich def. Mikey Burnett UFC Brazil São Paulo, Brazil Oct 16, 1998 931 days 1. def. Jorge Patino at UFC 18 on Jan 8, 1999 2. 2. def. André Pederneiras at UFC 21 on Jul 16, 1999 3. 3. def. John Alessio at UFC 26 on Jun 9, 2000 4. 4. def. Kenichi Yamamoto at UFC 29 on Dec 16, 2000 2 Carlos Newton UFC 31 Atlantic City, NJ, US May 4, 2001 183 days 3 Matt Hughes UFC 34 Las Vegas, NV, US Nov 2, 2001 820 days 1. def. Hayato Sakurai at UFC 36 on Mar 22, 2002 2. 2. def. Carlos Newton at UFC 38 on Jul 13, 2002 3. 3. def. Gil Castillo at UFC 40 on Nov 22, 2002 4. 4. def. Sean Sherk at UFC 42 on Apr 25, 2003 5. 5. def. Frank Trigg at UFC 45 on Nov 21, 2003 4 B.J. Penn UFC 46 Las Vegas, NV, US Jan 31, 2004 107 days Penn was stripped of the title on May 17, 2004, when he left the UFC for K-1.[27] 5 Matt Hughes (2) def. Georges St-Pierre UFC 50 Atlantic City, NJ, US Oct 22, 2004 757 days (1,577 days) 1. def. Frank Trigg at UFC 52 on Apr 16, 2005 2. 2. def. B.J. Penn at UFC 63 on Sep 23, 2006 6 Georges St-Pierre UFC 65 Sacramento, CA, US Nov 18, 2006 140 days 7 Matt Serra UFC 69 Houston, TX, US Apr 7, 2007 378 days — Georges St-Pierre def. Matt Hughes for interim title UFC 79 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 29, 2007 — 8 Georges St-Pierre (2) UFC 83 Montreal, QC, Canada Apr 19, 2008 2,064 days (2,204 days) 1. def. Jon Fitch at UFC 87 on Aug 9, 2008 2. 2. def. B.J. Penn at UFC 94 on Jan 31, 2009 3. 3. def. Thiago Alves at UFC 100 on Jul 11, 2009 4. 4. def. Dan Hardy at UFC 111 on Mar 27, 2010 5. 5. def. Josh Koscheck at UFC 124 on Dec 11, 2010 6. 6. def. Jake Shields at UFC 129 on Apr 30, 2011 7. 7. def. interim champion Carlos Condit at UFC 154 on Nov 17, 2012 8. 8. def. Nick Diaz at UFC 158 on Mar 16, 2013 9. 9. def. Johny Hendricks at UFC 167 on Nov 16, 2013 — Carlos Condit def. Nick Diaz for interim title UFC 143 Las Vegas, NV, US Feb 4, 2012 — St-Pierre vacated the title on December 13, 2013, when he decided to take time off.[28] 9 Johny Hendricks def. Robbie Lawler UFC 171 Dallas, TX, US Mar 15, 2014 266 days 10 Robbie Lawler UFC 181 Las Vegas, NV, US Dec 6, 2014 602 days 1. def. Rory MacDonald at UFC 189 on Jul 11, 2015 2. 2. def. Carlos Condit at UFC 195 on Jan 2, 2016 11 Tyron Woodley UFC 201 Atlanta, GA, US Jul 30, 2016 945 days 1. drew with Stephen Thompson at UFC 205 on Nov 12, 2016 2. 2. def. Stephen Thompson at UFC 209 on Mar 4, 2017 3. 3. def. Demian Maia at UFC 214 on Jul 29, 2017 4. 4. def. Darren Till at UFC 228 on Sep 8, 2018 — Colby Covington def. Rafael dos Anjos for interim title UFC 225 Chicago, IL, US Jun 9, 2018 — Covington was stripped of the interim title on September 8, 2018, due to injury.[29] 12 Kamaru Usman UFC 235 Las Vegas, NV, US Mar 2, 2019 1079 days (incumbent) 1. def. Colby Covington at UFC 245 on Dec 14, 2019 2. 2. def. Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251 on Jul 12, 2020 3. 3. def. Gilbert Burns at UFC 258 on Feb 13, 2021 4. 4. def. Jorge Masvidal at UFC 261 on Apr 24, 2021 5. 5. def. Colby Covington at UFC 268 on Nov 6, 2021 Lightweight Championship Edit 146 to 155 lb (66 to 70 kg) The Lightweight Championship was known as the Bantamweight Championship prior to UFC 31 (May 4, 2001). The Strikeforce Lightweight Championship was unified (perhaps unofficially) with the UFC Lightweight Championship on April 20, 2013, when Benson Henderson defeated Gilbert Melendez at UFC on Fox: Henderson vs. Melendez.[30] No. Name Event Date Reign (Total) Defenses 1 Jens Pulver def. Caol Uno UFC 30 Atlantic City, NJ, US Feb 23, 2001 393 days 1. def. Dennis Hallman at UFC 33 on Sep 28, 2001 2. 2. def. B.J. Penn at UFC 35 on Jan 11, 2002 Pulver was stripped of the title on March 23, 2002, when he left the UFC due to a contract dispute.[1] B.J. Penn and Caol Uno fought to a draw on February 28, 2003, at UFC 41 in Atlantic City, NJ, US in the finale of a four-man tournament for the vacant title.[1] 2 Sean Sherk def. Kenny Florian UFC 64 Las Vegas, NV, US Oct 14, 2006 420 days 1. def. Hermes França at UFC 73 on Jul 7, 2007 Sherk was stripped of the title on December 8, 2007, after testing positive for anabolic steroids in a post-fight drug test.[31] 3 B.J. Penn def. Joe Stevenson UFC 80 Newcastle, England, UK Jan 19, 2008 812 days 1. def. Sean Sherk at UFC 84 on May 24, 2008 2. 2. def. Kenny Florian at UFC 101 on Aug 8, 2009 3. 3. def. Diego Sanchez at UFC 107 on Dec 12, 2009 4 Frankie Edgar UFC 112 Abu Dhabi, UAE Apr 10, 2010 687 days 1. def. B.J. Penn at UFC 118 on Aug 28, 2010 2. 2. drew with Gray Maynard at UFC 125 on Jan 1, 2011 3. 3. def. Gray Maynard at UFC 136 on Oct 8, 2011 5 Benson Henderson UFC 144 Saitama, Japan Feb 26, 2012 552 days 1. def. Frankie Edgar at UFC 150 on Aug 11, 2012 2. 2. def. Nate Diaz at UFC on Fox: Henderson vs. Diaz on Dec 8, 2012 3. 3. def. Gilbert Melendez at UFC on Fox: Henderson vs. Melendez on Apr 20, 2013 6 Anthony Pettis UFC 164 Milw

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. 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It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. 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White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry EGlobal supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine

It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involvedUkraine's layered history offers a window into the complex nation it is today - and why it is continuously under threat. As an Eastern Europe expert, I highlight five key points to keep in mind. Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1 Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1The speech is normally timed for January, and occasionally for February. The delay is driven in part by a busy legislative calendar, a winter spike in COVID-19 cases from the more transmissible omicron variant and the upcoming Winter Olympics, which ties up broadcast network time. Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pillPresident Joe Biden urged concern but not alarm Tuesday as the U.S. set new records for daily reported COVID-19 cases and his administration struggled to ease concerns about testing shortages, school closures and other disruptions caused by the surging omicron variant. The United States government doubled its order for Pfizer’s COVID pills on Tuesday, a move that will modestly increase the nation’s very limited supplies of the treatment in the short term amid a record-setting surge in coronavirus cases.Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning'U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday hailed an announcement by Intel Corp. that it will construct a $20 billion factory outside Columbus, Ohio, creating 7,000 construction jobs and an additional 3,000 permanent jobs. Intel is the latest semiconductor company to announce expansion plans in the U.S. amid a global shortage of the chips used in phones, cars and video games. Biden said the announcement shows the U.S. is "in a better position than any nation...to seize these opportunities," and he hailed the passage of his bipartisan infrastructure legislation as one of the reasons.Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCS Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCSUS President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have agreed to "push back" against China's attempts to change the status quo in the East China Sea and the South China Sea, and highlighted the importance of the Quad grouping as a critical forum for promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasons Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasonsMaju Varghese, the Indian-origin director of the White House Military Office, has quit his post, citing personal reasons. In a series of tweets on Saturday, Varghese said leading the White House Military Office (WHMO) was the honour of a lifetime. US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to UkraineThe United States has delivered around 200,000 pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine as part of its first shipment of new military assistance directed by President Biden amid tensions at the Ukrainian-Russian border, the US embassy in Kiev said Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech students Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech studentsA program allowing those on student visas to stay for an extended period of training will also be expanded to areas such as data science, cloud computing and data visualization. "Other countries, most notably China, are using STEM talent to try to supplant the United States as the world's foremost scientific and technological innovator," one of the officials told reporters. World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio Guterres World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio GuterresGuterres said the U.N. Security Council, which does have the power to uphold international peace and security including by imposing sanctions and ordering military action, is divided, especially its five veto-wielding permanent members. Russia and China are often at odds with the U.S., Britain and France on key issues, including Thursday on new sanctions against North Korea. 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's response 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's responseAmong the possibilities for limited Russian military action: Putin could move much of the Russian ground force away from the border but further bolster the separatists who control the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. That conflict has killed more than 14,000 people in nearly eight years of fighting. Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President Biden Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President BidenUS President Joe Biden has said that Vice President Kamala Harris would be his running mate if he stood for office again in 2024. President Biden made this emphatic assertion on Wednesday amid US media reports alleging dysfunction among her staff and doubt on her standing within the administration. Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1 Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1"I'm not supposed to be having this press conference right now," Biden said at the end of a meandering response that didn't directly answer the question about the West Virginia Democrat. Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices rise Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices riseFed policymakers have signaled they will raise interest rates several times this year, likely starting in March, to try to rein in inflation that's rising at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years. A reduction in the Fed's $8 trillion balance sheet could soon follow. President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024 President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024In mid-December, Harris said she and Biden had not yet discussed the 2024 election, amid speculation she may not be in the running for the White House if Biden chose not to stand again. 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacks 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacksStill, it is a perilous time for Biden: The nation is gripped by another disruptive surge of virus cases and inflation is at a level not seen in a generation. Biden's approval rating has fallen sharply over his first year in office and Democrats are bracing for a potential midterm rout if he can't turn things around. US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risks US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risksThe focus of the probe is on how Alibaba's cloud unit stores US clients' data, including personal information and intellectual property, and whether the Chinese government could gain access to it. Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeats Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeatsJoe Biden's long arc in public life has always had one final ambition: to sit behind the Resolute Desk of the Oval Office. He achieved it - albeit, at 78, as the oldest person to assume the US presidency. After the turbulence and chaos of his predecessor, Donald Trump, Biden was seen by voters as one who could restore a sense of normalcy and a reassuring tone to the White House. Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attack Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attackSpeaking at the white-domed building that was the scene of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, Biden warned that Trump's false claims that the election was stolen from him through widespread voting fraud could unravel the rule of law and undermine future elections. Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reserves Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reservesSaudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Monday that it was up to the United States whether or not it would release more supply from strategic petroleum reserves. Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil prices Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil pricesPresident Joe Biden's administration said in November it would release about 50 million barrels from its reserves in conjunction with other consumer nations, such as China, India and South Korea, to combat the rising cost of fuel. US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe BidenFighting the omicron variant surging through the U.S., President Joe Biden is redoubling vaccination and boosting efforts and announced Tuesday that the government would provide 500 million free rapid testsUS to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock' Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock'Some of the faithful had arrived in the area days in advance from as far away as Florida or Texas, waiting to hear the former president trot out a familiar list of grievances. Their patience was soon rewarded. "We are done having our lives controlled by politicians in Washington. We are done with the mandates," he said, in reference to rules brought in to control the coronavirus pandemic. Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friends Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friendsThe first lady's office revealed that a cat will join Commander at the White House in Jan. US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflation US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflationUS Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell has flagged the risks associated with entrenched inflation. The central bank will start to tighten the noose around loose interest rates from this year. With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe BidenPresident Joe Biden on Friday tried to put behind recent setbacks on voting rights and his economic agenda by outlining progress made in implementing his $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package.With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shots Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shotsAt a time when hospitals are being overrun and record numbers of people are getting infected with the omicron variant, the administration hopes states and companies will order their own vaccinate-or-test requirements. And if the presidential "bully pulpit"' still counts for persuasion, Biden intends to use it. What arms India arms the US, too What arms India arms the US, tooWhile Nato partner Turkey broke legacy norms by shopping Rosoboronexport products, India's 'historical ties' with Russia are no longer being perceived by the US as a deal-breaker. Containing Covid, unchaining economy Containing Covid, unchaining economyMuch like any health or natural emergency policy, Covid has to be negotiated with in the long term. Knowing when to dial up and dial down localised restrictions is necessary in such a 'permanent plan'. US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nominee US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nomineeThe US has already imposed sanctions on Turkey under the CAATSA for the purchase of a batch of S-400 missile defence systems from Russia. Following the US sanctions on Turkey over the procurement of S-400 missile systems, there were apprehensions that Washington may impose similar punitive measures on India. Russia has been one of India's key major suppliers of arms and ammunition. US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decadesInflation jumped at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years last month, a 7% spike from a year earlier that is increasing household expenses, eating into wage gains and heaping pressure on President Joe Biden and the Federal Reserve to address what has become the biggest threat to the U.S. economy.US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas EvePresident Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden brought some Christmas Eve cheer to hospitalized children who aren't well enough to go home for holidays. (AP)Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly case Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly caseUS District Judge James Boasberg in Washington denied Facebook's motion to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission's revised antitrust complaint. Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponent Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponentWhen asked about whether he would stand for re-election, the 79-year-old Democrat responded that he would. "But look," he said. "I'm a great respecter of fate. Fate has intervened in my life many, many times. If I'm in the health I'm in now, if I'm in good health, then in fact I would run again." Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rightsIn an impassioned speech on protecting voting rights in America, U.S. President Joe Biden declared he's 'tired of being quiet,' and said he backs changing Senate rules to allow action on Democrats' voting bills.Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen PsakiPresident Joe Biden's administration is closely monitoring the India-China border dispute, informed White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Monday (local time), adding that the US is "concerned" by China's attempt to intimidate its neighbours. “We continue to closely monitor the situation. We continue to support dialogue and peaceful resolution of these border disputes. We have been pretty clear how we view Beijing's behavior in region around the world: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on India-China border dispute,” she added.US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surgesWarning the omicron variant of the coronavirus "is here," President Joe Biden predicts a "winter of severe illness and death" for those who are still unvaccinated and implores Americans anew to get their shots and boosters. (AP)President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repayments US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repaymentsThe move is expected to impact the student debt of some 41 million people. "We know that millions of student loan borrowers are still coping with the impacts of the pandemic and need some more time before resuming payments," Biden said in a statement released by the White House. New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woes New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woesThe New York area’s port terminals have largely avoided backlogs like those gripping the twin gateways of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, where scores of vessels are still running into delays of more than three weeks to offload. As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19US President Joe Biden announced a winter campaign against Covid-19, with new testing requirements for travellers and a surge in vaccination efforts. The winter campaign comes amid the backdrop of the new Omicron variant, which threatens to revive the pandemic. Unveiling a raft of actions designed to tamp down Covid-19 in the coming months, he urged his political rivals- to unite behind the strategy. WatchAs Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappoints Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappointsAnalysts had forecast a much more robust gain in payrolls, but the result fell far short, instead showing other key metrics like labor market participation and racial employment disparities making little improvement last month. President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracyPresident Joe Biden opens the first White House Summit for Democracy by sounding an alarm about a global slide for democratic institutions and called for world leaders to “lock arms” and demonstrate democracies can deliver. (AP)President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe BidenThe United States has accused Russia's ally Belarus of "weaponising" migrants from the Middle East by encouraging thousands of them to try to enter the European Union from its territory, creating a crisis for the EU. Russia has backed Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko, including by sending nuclear-capable warplanes to patrol Belarusian airspace. US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over UkraineThe two leaders spoke frankly for nearly an hour Thursday amid growing alarm over Russia's troop buildup near Ukraine, a crisis that has deepened as the Kremlin has stiffened its insistence on border security guarantees and test-fired hypersonic missiles to underscore its demands. Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over UkraineWhite House press secretary Jen Psaki said Biden "urged Russia to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine" and "made clear that the United States and its allies and partners will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine." 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Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service Joe Biden The Big Budget SaleGet APP HomeQuickReadsBudget 2022ETPrimeMarketsNewsIndustryRISEPoliticsWealthMFTechJobsOpinionNRIPanacheET NOWPortfolio It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involvedUkraine's layered history offers a window into the complex nation it is today - and why it is continuously under threat. As an Eastern Europe expert, I highlight five key points to keep in mind. Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1 Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1The speech is normally timed for January, and occasionally for February. The delay is driven in part by a busy legislative calendar, a winter spike in COVID-19 cases from the more transmissible omicron variant and the upcoming Winter Olympics, which ties up broadcast network time. Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pillPresident Joe Biden urged concern but not alarm Tuesday as the U.S. set new records for daily reported COVID-19 cases and his administration struggled to ease concerns about testing shortages, school closures and other disruptions caused by the surging omicron variant. The United States government doubled its order for Pfizer’s COVID pills on Tuesday, a move that will modestly increase the nation’s very limited supplies of the treatment in the short term amid a record-setting surge in coronavirus cases.Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning'U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday hailed an announcement by Intel Corp. that it will construct a $20 billion factory outside Columbus, Ohio, creating 7,000 construction jobs and an additional 3,000 permanent jobs. Intel is the latest semiconductor company to announce expansion plans in the U.S. amid a global shortage of the chips used in phones, cars and video games. Biden said the announcement shows the U.S. is "in a better position than any nation...to seize these opportunities," and he hailed the passage of his bipartisan infrastructure legislation as one of the reasons.Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCS Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to

Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involvedUkraine's layered history offers a window into the complex nation it is today - and why it is continuously under threat. As an Eastern Europe expert, I highlight five key points to keep in mind. Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1 Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1The speech is normally timed for January, and occasionally for February. The delay is driven in part by a busy legislative calendar, a winter spike in COVID-19 cases from the more transmissible omicron variant and the upcoming Winter Olympics, which ties up broadcast network time. Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pillPresident Joe Biden urged concern but not alarm Tuesday as the U.S. set new records for daily reported COVID-19 cases and his administration struggled to ease concerns about testing shortages, school closures and other disruptions caused by the surging omicron variant. The United States government doubled its order for Pfizer’s COVID pills on Tuesday, a move that will modestly increase the nation’s very limited supplies of the treatment in the short term amid a record-setting surge in coronavirus cases.Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning'U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday hailed an announcement by Intel Corp. that it will construct a $20 billion factory outside Columbus, Ohio, creating 7,000 construction jobs and an additional 3,000 permanent jobs. Intel is the latest semiconductor company to announce expansion plans in the U.S. amid a global shortage of the chips used in phones, cars and video games. Biden said the announcement shows the U.S. is "in a better position than any nation...to seize these opportunities," and he hailed the passage of his bipartisan infrastructure legislation as one of the reasons.Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCS Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCSUS President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have agreed to "push back" against China's attempts to change the status quo in the East China Sea and the South China Sea, and highlighted the importance of the Quad grouping as a critical forum for promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasons Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasonsMaju Varghese, the Indian-origin director of the White House Military Office, has quit his post, citing personal reasons. In a series of tweets on Saturday, Varghese said leading the White House Military Office (WHMO) was the honour of a lifetime. US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to UkraineThe United States has delivered around 200,000 pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine as part of its first shipment of new military assistance directed by President Biden amid tensions at the Ukrainian-Russian border, the US embassy in Kiev said Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech students Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech studentsA program allowing those on student visas to stay for an extended period of training will also be expanded to areas such as data science, cloud computing and data visualization. "Other countries, most notably China, are using STEM talent to try to supplant the United States as the world's foremost scientific and technological innovator," one of the officials told reporters. World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio Guterres World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio GuterresGuterres said the U.N. Security Council, which does have the power to uphold international peace and security including by imposing sanctions and ordering military action, is divided, especially its five veto-wielding permanent members. Russia and China are often at odds with the U.S., Britain and France on key issues, including Thursday on new sanctions against North Korea. 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's response 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's responseAmong the possibilities for limited Russian military action: Putin could move much of the Russian ground force away from the border but further bolster the separatists who control the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. That conflict has killed more than 14,000 people in nearly eight years of fighting. Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President Biden Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President BidenUS President Joe Biden has said that Vice President Kamala Harris would be his running mate if he stood for office again in 2024. President Biden made this emphatic assertion on Wednesday amid US media reports alleging dysfunction among her staff and doubt on her standing within the administration. Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1 Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1"I'm not supposed to be having this press conference right now," Biden said at the end of a meandering response that didn't directly answer the question about the West Virginia Democrat. Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices rise Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices riseFed policymakers have signaled they will raise interest rates several times this year, likely starting in March, to try to rein in inflation that's rising at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years. A reduction in the Fed's $8 trillion balance sheet could soon follow. President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024 President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024In mid-December, Harris said she and Biden had not yet discussed the 2024 election, amid speculation she may not be in the running for the White House if Biden chose not to stand again. 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacks 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacksStill, it is a perilous time for Biden: The nation is gripped by another disruptive surge of virus cases and inflation is at a level not seen in a generation. Biden's approval rating has fallen sharply over his first year in office and Democrats are bracing for a potential midterm rout if he can't turn things around. US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risks US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risksThe focus of the probe is on how Alibaba's cloud unit stores US clients' data, including personal information and intellectual property, and whether the Chinese government could gain access to it. Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeats Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeatsJoe Biden's long arc in public life has always had one final ambition: to sit behind the Resolute Desk of the Oval Office. He achieved it - albeit, at 78, as the oldest person to assume the US presidency. After the turbulence and chaos of his predecessor, Donald Trump, Biden was seen by voters as one who could restore a sense of normalcy and a reassuring tone to the White House. Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attack Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attackSpeaking at the white-domed building that was the scene of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, Biden warned that Trump's false claims that the election was stolen from him through widespread voting fraud could unravel the rule of law and undermine future elections. Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reserves Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reservesSaudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Monday that it was up to the United States whether or not it would release more supply from strategic petroleum reserves. Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil prices Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil pricesPresident Joe Biden's administration said in November it would release about 50 million barrels from its reserves in conjunction with other consumer nations, such as China, India and South Korea, to combat the rising cost of fuel. US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe BidenFighting the omicron variant surging through the U.S., President Joe Biden is redoubling vaccination and boosting efforts and announced Tuesday that the government would provide 500 million free rapid testsUS to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock' Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock'Some of the faithful had arrived in the area days in advance from as far away as Florida or Texas, waiting to hear the former president trot out a familiar list of grievances. Their patience was soon rewarded. "We are done having our lives controlled by politicians in Washington. We are done with the mandates," he said, in reference to rules brought in to control the coronavirus pandemic. Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friends Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friendsThe first lady's office revealed that a cat will join Commander at the White House in Jan. US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflation US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflationUS Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell has flagged the risks associated with entrenched inflation. The central bank will start to tighten the noose around loose interest rates from this year. With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe BidenPresident Joe Biden on Friday tried to put behind recent setbacks on voting rights and his economic agenda by outlining progress made in implementing his $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package.With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shots Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shotsAt a time when hospitals are being overrun and record numbers of people are getting infected with the omicron variant, the administration hopes states and companies will order their own vaccinate-or-test requirements. And if the presidential "bully pulpit"' still counts for persuasion, Biden intends to use it. What arms India arms the US, too What arms India arms the US, tooWhile Nato partner Turkey broke legacy norms by shopping Rosoboronexport products, India's 'historical ties' with Russia are no longer being perceived by the US as a deal-breaker. Containing Covid, unchaining economy Containing Covid, unchaining economyMuch like any health or natural emergency policy, Covid has to be negotiated with in the long term. Knowing when to dial up and dial down localised restrictions is necessary in such a 'permanent plan'. US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nominee US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nomineeThe US has already imposed sanctions on Turkey under the CAATSA for the purchase of a batch of S-400 missile defence systems from Russia. Following the US sanctions on Turkey over the procurement of S-400 missile systems, there were apprehensions that Washington may impose similar punitive measures on India. Russia has been one of India's key major suppliers of arms and ammunition. US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decadesInflation jumped at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years last month, a 7% spike from a year earlier that is increasing household expenses, eating into wage gains and heaping pressure on President Joe Biden and the Federal Reserve to address what has become the biggest threat to the U.S. economy.US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas EvePresident Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden brought some Christmas Eve cheer to hospitalized children who aren't well enough to go home for holidays. (AP)Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly case Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly caseUS District Judge James Boasberg in Washington denied Facebook's motion to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission's revised antitrust complaint. Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponent Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponentWhen asked about whether he would stand for re-election, the 79-year-old Democrat responded that he would. "But look," he said. "I'm a great respecter of fate. Fate has intervened in my life many, many times. If I'm in the health I'm in now, if I'm in good health, then in fact I would run again." Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rightsIn an impassioned speech on protecting voting rights in America, U.S. President Joe Biden declared he's 'tired of being quiet,' and said he backs changing Senate rules to allow action on Democrats' voting bills.Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen PsakiPresident Joe Biden's administration is closely monitoring the India-China border dispute, informed White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Monday (local time), adding that the US is "concerned" by China's attempt to intimidate its neighbours. “We continue to closely monitor the situation. We continue to support dialogue and peaceful resolution of these border disputes. We have been pretty clear how we view Beijing's behavior in region around the world: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on India-China border dispute,” she added.US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surgesWarning the omicron variant of the coronavirus "is here," President Joe Biden predicts a "winter of severe illness and death" for those who are still unvaccinated and implores Americans anew to get their shots and boosters. (AP)President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repayments US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repaymentsThe move is expected to impact the student debt of some 41 million people. "We know that millions of student loan borrowers are still coping with the impacts of the pandemic and need some more time before resuming payments," Biden said in a statement released by the White House. New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woes New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woesThe New York area’s port terminals have largely avoided backlogs like those gripping the twin gateways of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, where scores of vessels are still running into delays of more than three weeks to offload. As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19US President Joe Biden announced a winter campaign against Covid-19, with new testing requirements for travellers and a surge in vaccination efforts. The winter campaign comes amid the backdrop of the new Omicron variant, which threatens to revive the pandemic. Unveiling a raft of actions designed to tamp down Covid-19 in the coming months, he urged his political rivals- to unite behind the strategy. WatchAs Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappoints Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappointsAnalysts had forecast a much more robust gain in payrolls, but the result fell far short, instead showing other key metrics like labor market participation and racial employment disparities making little improvement last month. President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracyPresident Joe Biden opens the first White House Summit for Democracy by sounding an alarm about a global slide for democratic institutions and called for world leaders to “lock arms” and demonstrate democracies can deliver. (AP)President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe BidenThe United States has accused Russia's ally Belarus of "weaponising" migrants from the Middle East by encouraging thousands of them to try to enter the European Union from its territory, creating a crisis for the EU. Russia has backed Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko, including by sending nuclear-capable warplanes to patrol Belarusian airspace. US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over UkraineThe two leaders spoke frankly for nearly an hour Thursday amid growing alarm over Russia's troop buildup near Ukraine, a crisis that has deepened as the Kremlin has stiffened its insistence on border security guarantees and test-fired hypersonic missiles to underscore its demands. Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over UkraineWhite House press secretary Jen Psaki said Biden "urged Russia to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine" and "made clear that the United States and its allies and partners will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine." 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Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service Joe Biden The Big Budget SaleGet APP HomeQuickReadsBudget 2022ETPrimeMarketsNewsIndustryRISEPoliticsWealthMFTechJobsOpinionNRIPanacheET NOWPortfolio It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. 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World news or international news or even foreign coverage is the news media jargon for news from abroad, about a country or a global subject. For journalism, it is a branch that deals with news either sent by foreign correspondents or news agencies, or – more recently – information that is gathered or researched through distance communication technologies, such as telephone, satellite TV or the internet. Although in most of the English-speaking world this field is not usually regarded as a specific specialization for journalists, it is so in nearly all the world. Particularly in the United States, there is a blurred distinction between world news and "national" news when they include directly the national government or national institutions, such as wars in which the US are involved or summits of multilateral organizations in which the US are a member. At the birth of modern journalism, most news were foreign, as registered by the courants of the 17th century in West and Central Europe, such as the Daily Courant (England), the Nieuwe Tijudinger (Antwerp), the Relation (Strasbourg), the Avisa Relation oder Zeitung (Wolfenbüttel) and the Courante Uyt Italien, Duytsland & C. (Amsterdam). Since these papers were aimed at bankers and merchants, they brought mostly news from other markets, which usually meant other nations. In any case, it is worthy to remark that nation-states were still incipient in 17th-century Europe. From the 19th century on, with newspapers already established in Europe, the United States and a few other countries, innovations in telecommunications such as the telegraph made news from abroad easier to be spread. The first news agencies were then founded, like AFP (France), Reuters (UK), Wolff (currently DPA, Germany) and the AP (US). War journalism is one of the best known subfields of world news (although war coverage can be national for the media of belligerent countries themselves). Foreign correspondents Edit Main article: Correspondent There are essentially two types of reporters who do foreign reporting: the foreign correspondent (full-time reporter employed by a news source) and the special envoy (sent abroad to cover a specific subject, temporarily stationed in a location). The correspondent is a reporter based in a foreign city (often the capital of a country) covering a region, a country or sometimes even an entire continent. He or she regularly files stories to the news editor. He/she gathers materials for these stories from local officials, members of the community, and the local media, as well as from events he/she directly witnesses. Correspondents typically stay in touch with the local community and maintain contacts with other journalists and correspondents in order to identify strategic sources in the government, among diplomats, members of the military and other organizations on the ground who may provide important information. The number of foreign correspondents has dropped significantly over the past 20 years or more. Often, a media company is either uninterested or unable to afford to support a single correspondent, such as in many developing countries. In some places, they cannot obtain visas due to political constraints, or otherwise dangerous conditions prohibit a media company from stationing a reporter there. In recent years, the drop in foreign correspondents has been due to cutbacks within media companies (often, but not always, a result of economics alone).[1] Among English language newspapers, only eight daily newspapers have full-time correspondents in more than ten foreign stations, four from the US, three from the UK and one from India: 35 – Wall Street Journal (US): Baghdad, Bangkok, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Brussels, Buenos Aires, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, London, Manila, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, Paris, Prague, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Taipei, Tokyo, Toronto, Zurich 24 – New York Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Cairo, Caracas, Dakar, Hong Kong, Islamabad, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Rome, São Paulo, Shanghai, Tokyo 19 – Financial Times (UK): Beijing, Berlin, Bombay, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Taipei, Tokyo, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 17 – Washington Post (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Berlin, Bogotá, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Shanghai, Tehran, Tokyo 15 – The Guardian (UK): Accra, Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, Brussels, Kabul, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, Madrid, New York, Paris, Rome, Tehran, Tokyo 13 – The Daily Telegraph (UK): Beijing, Brussels, Jerusalem, Kabul, Los Angeles, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 13 – Los Angeles Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, New Delhi, Seoul 12 – The Hindu (India): Addis Ababa, Beijing, Colombo, Dhaka, Dubai, Islamabad, Kathmandu, London, Moscow, Paris, Singapore, Washington When reporters working abroad have no permanent labor contract with media outlets, they are called stringers. Since they have no salary, stringers usually produce material for several different companies at once. News agencies Edit Main article: News agency A news agency is an organization of journalists established to supply news reports to news organizations: newspapers, magazines, and radio and television broadcasters. Such an agency may also be referred to as a wire service, newswire or news service. The bulk of major news agency services contains foreign news. The major news agencies generally prepare hard news stories and feature articles that can be used by other news organizations with little or no modification, and then sell them to other news organizations. They provide these articles in bulk electronically through wire services (originally they used telegraphy; today they frequently use the Internet). Corporations, individuals, analysts and intelligence agencies may also subscribe. See also Edit World News (disambiguation) Global news flow Further reading Edit Clausen, L. (2003) Global news production. Copenhagen Business School Press DK Desmond, R.W. (1972) The press and world affairs. Arno Press Friedland, L.A. (1992) Covering the world: international television news services: essay. Twentieth Century Fund. Ginneken, J. (1998) Understanding global news: a critical introduction. SAGE Hachten, W.A.; Scotton, J.F. (2002) The world news prism: global media in an era of terrorism. Iowa State Press Malek, A.; Kavoori, A.P. (2000) The global dynamics of news: studies in international news coverage and news agenda. World news or international news or even foreign coverage is the news media jargon for news from abroad, about a country or a global subject. For journalism, it is a branch that deals with news either sent by foreign correspondents or news agencies, or – more recently – information that is gathered or researched through distance communication technologies, such as telephone, satellite TV or the internet. Although in most of the English-speaking world this field is not usually regarded as a specific specialization for journalists, it is so in nearly all the world. Particularly in the United States, there is a blurred distinction between world news and "national" news when they include directly the national government or national institutions, such as wars in which the US are involved or summits of multilateral organizations in which the US are a member. At the birth of modern journalism, most news were foreign, as registered by the courants of the 17th century in West and Central Europe, such as the Daily Courant (England), the Nieuwe Tijudinger (Antwerp), the Relation (Strasbourg), the Avisa Relation oder Zeitung (Wolfenbüttel) and the Courante Uyt Italien, Duytsland & C. (Amsterdam). Since these papers were aimed at bankers and merchants, they brought mostly news from other markets, which usually meant other nations. In any case, it is worthy to remark that nation-states were still incipient in 17th-century Europe. From the 19th century on, with newspapers already established in Europe, the United States and a few other countries, innovations in telecommunications such as the telegraph made news from abroad easier to be spread. The first news agencies were then founded, like AFP (France), Reuters (UK), Wolff (currently DPA, Germany) and the AP (US). War journalism is one of the best known subfields of world news (although war coverage can be national for the media of belligerent countries themselves). Foreign correspondents Edit Main article: Correspondent There are essentially two types of reporters who do foreign reporting: the foreign correspondent (full-time reporter employed by a news source) and the special envoy (sent abroad to cover a specific subject, temporarily stationed in a location). The correspondent is a reporter based in a foreign city (often the capital of a country) covering a region, a country or sometimes even an entire continent. He or she regularly files stories to the news editor. He/she gathers materials for these stories from local officials, members of the community, and the local media, as well as from events he/she directly witnesses. Correspondents typically stay in touch with the local community and maintain contacts with other journalists and correspondents in order to identify strategic sources in the government, among diplomats, members of the military and other organizations on the ground who may provide important information. The number of foreign correspondents has dropped significantly over the past 20 years or more. Often, a media company is either uninterested or unable to afford to support a single correspondent, such as in many developing countries. In some places, they cannot obtain visas due to political constraints, or otherwise dangerous conditions prohibit a media company from stationing a reporter there. In recent years, the drop in foreign correspondents has been due to cutbacks within media companies (often, but not always, a result of economics alone).[1] Among English language newspapers, only eight daily newspapers have full-time correspondents in more than ten foreign stations, four from the US, three from the UK and one from India: 35 – Wall Street Journal (US): Baghdad, Bangkok, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Brussels, Buenos Aires, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, London, Manila, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, Paris, Prague, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Taipei, Tokyo, Toronto, Zurich 24 – New York Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Cairo, Caracas, Dakar, Hong Kong, Islamabad, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Rome, São Paulo, Shanghai, Tokyo 19 – Financial Times (UK): Beijing, Berlin, Bombay, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Taipei, Tokyo, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 17 – Washington Post (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Berlin, Bogotá, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Shanghai, Tehran, Tokyo 15 – The Guardian (UK): Accra, Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, Brussels, Kabul, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, Madrid, New York, Paris, Rome, Tehran, Tokyo 13 – The Daily Telegraph (UK): Beijing, Brussels, Jerusalem, Kabul, Los Angeles, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 13 – Los Angeles Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, New Delhi, Seoul 12 – The Hindu (India): Addis Ababa, Beijing, Colombo, Dhaka, Dubai, Islamabad, Kathmandu, London, Moscow, Paris, Singapore, Washington When reporters working abroad have no permanent labor contract with media outlets, they are called stringers. Since they have no salary, stringers usually produce material for several different companies at once. News agencies Edit Main article: News agency A news agency is an organization of journalists established to supply news reports to news organizations: newspapers, magazines, and radio and television broadcastersWorld news or international news or even foreign coverage is the news media jargon for news from abroad, about a country or a global subject. For journalism, it is a branch that deals with news either sent by foreign correspondents or news agencies, or – more recently – information that is gathered or researched through distance communication technologies, such as telephone, satellite TV or the internet. Although in most of the English-speaking world this field is not usually regarded as a specific specialization for journalists, it is so in nearly all the world. Particularly in the United States, there is a blurred distinction between world news and "national" news when they include directly the national government or national institutions, such as wars in which the US are involved or summits of multilateral organizations in which the US are a member. At the birth of modern journalism, most news were foreign, as registered by the courants of the 17th century in West and Central Europe, such as the Daily Courant (England), the Nieuwe Tijudinger (Antwerp), the Relation (Strasbourg), the Avisa Relation oder Zeitung (Wolfenbüttel) and the Courante Uyt Italien, Duytsland & C. (Amsterdam). Since these papers were aimed at bankers and merchants, they brought mostly news from other markets, which usually meant other nations. In any case, it is worthy to remark that nation-states were still incipient in 17th-century Europe. From the 19th century on, with newspapers already established in Europe, the United States and a few other countries, innovations in telecommunications such as the telegraph made news from abroad easier to be spread. The first news agencies were then founded, like AFP (France), Reuters (UK), Wolff (currently DPA, Germany) and the AP (US). War journalism is one of the best known subfields of world news (although war coverage can be national for the media of belligerent countries themselves). Foreign correspondents Edit Main article: Correspondent There are essentially two types of reporters who do foreign reporting: the foreign correspondent (full-time reporter employed by a news source) and the special envoy (sent abroad to cover a specific subject, temporarily stationed in a location). The correspondent is a reporter based in a foreign city (often the capital of a country) covering a region, a country or sometimes even an entire continent. He or she regularly files stories to the news editor. He/she gathers materials for these stories from local officials, members of the community, and the local media, as well as from events he/she directly witnesses. Correspondents typically stay in touch with the local community and maintain contacts with other journalists and correspondents in order to identify strategic sources in the government, among diplomats, members of the military and other organizations on the ground who may provide important information. The number of foreign correspondents has dropped significantly over the past 20 years or more. Often, a media company is either uninterested or unable to afford to support a single correspondent, such as in many developing countries. In some places, they cannot obtain visas due to political constraints, or otherwise dangerous conditions prohibit a media company from stationing a reporter there. In recent years, the drop in foreign correspondents has been due to cutbacks within media companies (often, but not always, a result of economics alone).[1] Among English language newspapers, only eight daily newspapers have full-time correspondents in more than ten foreign stations, four from the US, three from the UK and one from India: 35 – Wall Street Journal (US): Baghdad, Bangkok, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Brussels, Buenos Aires, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, London, Manila, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, Paris, Prague, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Taipei, Tokyo, Toronto, Zurich 24 – New York Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Berlin, Cairo, Caracas, Dakar, Hong Kong, Islamabad, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Mumbai, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Rome, São Paulo, Shanghai, Tokyo 19 – Financial Times (UK): Beijing, Berlin, Bombay, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Moscow, Mumbai, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Taipei, Tokyo, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 17 – Washington Post (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Berlin, Bogotá, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, Paris, Shanghai, Tehran, Tokyo 15 – The Guardian (UK): Accra, Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, Brussels, Kabul, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, Madrid, New York, Paris, Rome, Tehran, Tokyo 13 – The Daily Telegraph (UK): Beijing, Brussels, Jerusalem, Kabul, Los Angeles, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Shanghai, Sydney, Washington 13 – Los Angeles Times (US): Baghdad, Beijing, Beirut, Cairo, Islamabad, Jerusalem, Johannesburg, Kabul, London, Mexico City, Moscow, New Delhi, Seoul 12 – The Hindu (India): Addis Ababa, Beijing, Colombo, Dhaka, Dubai, Islamabad, Kathmandu, London, Moscow, Paris, Singapore, Washington When reporters working abroad have no permanent labor contract with media outlets, they are called stringers. Since they have no salary, stringers usually produce material for several different companies at once. News agencies Edit Main article: News agency A news agency is an organization of journalists established to supply news reports to news organizations: newspapers, magazines, and radio and television broadcasters. Such an agency may also be referred to as a wire service, newswire or news service. The bulk of major news agency services contains foreign news. The major news agencies generally prepare hard news stories and feature articles that can be used by other news organizations with little or no modification, and then sell them to other news organizations. They provide these articles in bulk electronically through wire services (originally they used telegraphy; today they frequently use the Internet). Corporations, individuals, analysts and intelligence agencies may also subscribe. See also Edit World News (disambiguation) Global news flow Further reading Edit Clausen, L. (2003) Global news production. Copenhagen Business School Press DK Desmond, R.W. (1972) The press and world affairs. Arno Press Friedland, L.A. (1992) Covering the world: international television news services: essay. Twentieth Century Fund. Ginneken, J. (1998) Understanding global news: a critical introduction. SAGE Hachten, W.A.; Scotton, J.F. (2002) The world news prism: global media in an era of terrorism. Iowa State Press Malek, A.; Kavoori, A.P. (2000) The global dynamics of news: studies in international news coverage and news agenda. Greenwood Paterson, C.; Sreberny, A., ed. (2004) International news in the 21st century. John Libbey Pub. for University of Luton Press Richstad, J.; Anderson, M.H. (1981) Crisis in international news: policies and prospects. Columbia University Press Stanton, R. (2007) All news is local: the failure of the media to reflect world events in a globalized age. McFarland & Co. Stevenson, R.L.; Shaw, D.L. (1984) Foreign news and the new world information order. Iowa State University Press Wallis, R.; Baran, S.J. (1990) The known world of broadcast news: international news and the electronic media. Routledge Such an agency may also be referred to as a wire service, newswire or news service. The bulk of major news agency services contains foreign news. The major news agencies generally prepare hard news stories and feature articles that can be used by other news organizations with little or no modification, and then sell them to other news organizations. They provide these articles in bulk electronically through wire services (originally they used telegraphy; today they frequently use the Internet). Corporations, individuals, analysts and intelligence agencies may also subscribe. See also Edit World News (disambiguation) Global news flow Further reading Edit Clausen, L. (2003) Global news production. Copenhagen Business School Press DK Desmond, R.W. (1972) The press and world affairs. Arno Press Friedland, L.A. (1992) Covering the world: international television news services: essay. Twentieth Century Fund. Ginneken, J. (1998) Understanding global news: a critical introduction. SAGE Hachten, W.A.; Scotton, J.F. (2002) The world news prism: global media in an era of terrorism. Iowa State Press Malek, A.; Kavoori, A.P. (2000) The global dynamics of news: studies in international news coverage and news agenda. Greenwood Paterson, C.; Sreberny, A., ed. (2004) International news in the 21st century. John Libbey Pub. for University of Luton Press Richstad, J.; Anderson, M.H. (1981) Crisis in international news: policies and prospects. Columbia University Press Stanton, R. (2007) All news is local: the failure of the media to reflect world events in a globalized age. McFarland & Co. Stevenson, R.L.; Shaw, D.L. (1984) Foreign news and the new world information order. Iowa State University Press Wallis, R.; Baran, S.J. (1990) The known world of broadcast news: international news and the electronic media. Routledge Paterson, C.; Sreberny, A., ed. (2004) International news in the 21st century. John Libbey Pub. for University of Luton Press Richstad, J.; Anderson, M.H. (1981) Crisis in international news: policies and prospects. Columbia University Press Stanton, R. (2007) All news is local: the failure of the media to reflect world events in a globalized age. McFarland & Co. Stevenson, R.L.; Shaw, D.L. (1984) Foreign news and the new world information order. Iowa State University Press Wallis, R.; Baran, S.J. (1990) The known world of broadcast news: international news and the electronic media. Routledge

Joe Biden The Big Budget SaleGet APP HomeQuickReadsBudget 2022ETPrimeMarketsN It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. 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(AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts". US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings. 5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania. Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden "I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters. US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision. U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said. President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity. Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States. Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth' The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox. After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla "From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades." Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy. Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement. U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021. North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022 North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks. US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022 Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022From Europe to the U.S. and China, production and transportation have stayed bogged down in the early days of 2022 by labor and parts shortages, in part because of the fast-spreading omicron variant. White House to hold second Competition Council meet White House to hold second Competition Council meetThe White House did not confirm the meeting would take place but said President Joe Biden would meet on Monday "with members of his administration on efforts to lower prices for working families." Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involvedUkraine's layered history offers a window into the complex nation it is today - and why it is continuously under threat. As an Eastern Europe expert, I highlight five key points to keep in mind. Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1 Joe Biden to deliver first State of the Union address on March 1The speech is normally timed for January, and occasionally for February. The delay is driven in part by a busy legislative calendar, a winter spike in COVID-19 cases from the more transmissible omicron variant and the upcoming Winter Olympics, which ties up broadcast network time. Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pillPresident Joe Biden urged concern but not alarm Tuesday as the U.S. set new records for daily reported COVID-19 cases and his administration struggled to ease concerns about testing shortages, school closures and other disruptions caused by the surging omicron variant. The United States government doubled its order for Pfizer’s COVID pills on Tuesday, a move that will modestly increase the nation’s very limited supplies of the treatment in the short term amid a record-setting surge in coronavirus cases.Joe Biden addresses omicron surge concerns, confusion; to increase supply of ‘Game Changer’ Pfizer pill Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning'U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday hailed an announcement by Intel Corp. that it will construct a $20 billion factory outside Columbus, Ohio, creating 7,000 construction jobs and an additional 3,000 permanent jobs. Intel is the latest semiconductor company to announce expansion plans in the U.S. amid a global shortage of the chips used in phones, cars and video games. Biden said the announcement shows the U.S. is "in a better position than any nation...to seize these opportunities," and he hailed the passage of his bipartisan infrastructure legislation as one of the reasons.Intel plans $20bn semiconductor plant in Ohio, Biden says 'this is just the beginning' Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCS Biden and Kishida agree to 'push back' China's attempts to change status quo in East China Sea, SCSUS President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have agreed to "push back" against China's attempts to change the status quo in the East China Sea and the South China Sea, and highlighted the importance of the Quad grouping as a critical forum for promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasons Indian-origin head of White House military office quits citing personal reasonsMaju Varghese, the Indian-origin director of the White House Military Office, has quit his post, citing personal reasons. In a series of tweets on Saturday, Varghese said leading the White House Military Office (WHMO) was the honour of a lifetime. US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine US delivers around 2 lakh pounds of lethal aid to UkraineThe United States has delivered around 200,000 pounds of lethal aid to Ukraine as part of its first shipment of new military assistance directed by President Biden amid tensions at the Ukrainian-Russian border, the US embassy in Kiev said Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech students Biden plans new effort to retain international science and tech studentsA program allowing those on student visas to stay for an extended period of training will also be expanded to areas such as data science, cloud computing and data visualization. "Other countries, most notably China, are using STEM talent to try to supplant the United States as the world's foremost scientific and technological innovator," one of the officials told reporters. World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio Guterres World worse now due to COVID, climate, conflict: U.N. secretary-general, Antonio GuterresGuterres said the U.N. Security Council, which does have the power to uphold international peace and security including by imposing sanctions and ordering military action, is divided, especially its five veto-wielding permanent members. Russia and China are often at odds with the U.S., Britain and France on key issues, including Thursday on new sanctions against North Korea. 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's response 'Minor incursion' by Russia could complicate West's responseAmong the possibilities for limited Russian military action: Putin could move much of the Russian ground force away from the border but further bolster the separatists who control the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. That conflict has killed more than 14,000 people in nearly eight years of fighting. Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President Biden Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024, says President BidenUS President Joe Biden has said that Vice President Kamala Harris would be his running mate if he stood for office again in 2024. President Biden made this emphatic assertion on Wednesday amid US media reports alleging dysfunction among her staff and doubt on her standing within the administration. Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1 Joe Biden shied away from news conferences, interviews in Year 1"I'm not supposed to be having this press conference right now," Biden said at the end of a meandering response that didn't directly answer the question about the West Virginia Democrat. Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices rise Biden says Fed should 'recalibrate' policy as prices riseFed policymakers have signaled they will raise interest rates several times this year, likely starting in March, to try to rein in inflation that's rising at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years. A reduction in the Fed's $8 trillion balance sheet could soon follow. President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024 President Biden confirms Kamala Harris would be running mate in 2024In mid-December, Harris said she and Biden had not yet discussed the 2024 election, amid speculation she may not be in the running for the White House if Biden chose not to stand again. 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacks 1 year in: Biden ready to talk through progress, setbacksStill, it is a perilous time for Biden: The nation is gripped by another disruptive surge of virus cases and inflation is at a level not seen in a generation. Biden's approval rating has fallen sharply over his first year in office and Democrats are bracing for a potential midterm rout if he can't turn things around. US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risks US is said to examine Alibaba's cloud unit for national security risksThe focus of the probe is on how Alibaba's cloud unit stores US clients' data, including personal information and intellectual property, and whether the Chinese government could gain access to it. Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeats Biden year one takeaways: Grand ambitions, humbling defeatsJoe Biden's long arc in public life has always had one final ambition: to sit behind the Resolute Desk of the Oval Office. He achieved it - albeit, at 78, as the oldest person to assume the US presidency. After the turbulence and chaos of his predecessor, Donald Trump, Biden was seen by voters as one who could restore a sense of normalcy and a reassuring tone to the White House. Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attack Joe Biden calls Donald Trump threat to democracy on anniversary of Capitol attackSpeaking at the white-domed building that was the scene of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, Biden warned that Trump's false claims that the election was stolen from him through widespread voting fraud could unravel the rule of law and undermine future elections. Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reserves Saudi energy minister: It's U.S. prerogative to draw on strategic oil reservesSaudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Monday that it was up to the United States whether or not it would release more supply from strategic petroleum reserves. Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil prices Saudi energy minister says he is 'always comfortable' with oil pricesPresident Joe Biden's administration said in November it would release about 50 million barrels from its reserves in conjunction with other consumer nations, such as China, India and South Korea, to combat the rising cost of fuel. US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden US to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe BidenFighting the omicron variant surging through the U.S., President Joe Biden is redoubling vaccination and boosting efforts and announced Tuesday that the government would provide 500 million free rapid testsUS to provide 500 million home tests as Omicron surges: President Joe Biden Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock' Trump rallies faithful at 'MAGA Woodstock'Some of the faithful had arrived in the area days in advance from as far away as Florida or Texas, waiting to hear the former president trot out a familiar list of grievances. Their patience was soon rewarded. "We are done having our lives controlled by politicians in Washington. We are done with the mandates," he said, in reference to rules brought in to control the coronavirus pandemic. Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friends Everyone, meet Commander! Prez Joe Biden adds a new puppy to the family, Major to stay with friendsThe first lady's office revealed that a cat will join Commander at the White House in Jan. US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflation US Chamber of Commerce chief wants more immigrants to check rising inflationUS Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell has flagged the risks associated with entrenched inflation. The central bank will start to tighten the noose around loose interest rates from this year. With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe BidenPresident Joe Biden on Friday tried to put behind recent setbacks on voting rights and his economic agenda by outlining progress made in implementing his $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package.With its agenda stuck, White House puts focus back on infrastructure, says Joe Biden Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shots Biden asks businesses to push for COVID-19 shotsAt a time when hospitals are being overrun and record numbers of people are getting infected with the omicron variant, the administration hopes states and companies will order their own vaccinate-or-test requirements. And if the presidential "bully pulpit"' still counts for persuasion, Biden intends to use it. What arms India arms the US, too What arms India arms the US, tooWhile Nato partner Turkey broke legacy norms by shopping Rosoboronexport products, India's 'historical ties' with Russia are no longer being perceived by the US as a deal-breaker. Containing Covid, unchaining economy Containing Covid, unchaining economyMuch like any health or natural emergency policy, Covid has to be negotiated with in the long term. Knowing when to dial up and dial down localised restrictions is necessary in such a 'permanent plan'. US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nominee US discourages India from acquiring Russian S-400 missile defence systems: Prez Biden's nomineeThe US has already imposed sanctions on Turkey under the CAATSA for the purchase of a batch of S-400 missile defence systems from Russia. Following the US sanctions on Turkey over the procurement of S-400 missile systems, there were apprehensions that Washington may impose similar punitive measures on India. Russia has been one of India's key major suppliers of arms and ammunition. US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decadesInflation jumped at its fastest pace in nearly 40 years last month, a 7% spike from a year earlier that is increasing household expenses, eating into wage gains and heaping pressure on President Joe Biden and the Federal Reserve to address what has become the biggest threat to the U.S. economy.US inflation up 7% in 2021, highest level in four decades Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas EvePresident Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden brought some Christmas Eve cheer to hospitalized children who aren't well enough to go home for holidays. (AP)Watch: President Joe Biden visit hospitalized kids on Christmas Eve Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly case Facebook loses request to throw out US monopoly caseUS District Judge James Boasberg in Washington denied Facebook's motion to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission's revised antitrust complaint. Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponent Joe Biden says he is likely to run again in 2024 if Trump is his opponentWhen asked about whether he would stand for re-election, the 79-year-old Democrat responded that he would. "But look," he said. "I'm a great respecter of fate. Fate has intervened in my life many, many times. If I'm in the health I'm in now, if I'm in good health, then in fact I would run again." Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rightsIn an impassioned speech on protecting voting rights in America, U.S. President Joe Biden declared he's 'tired of being quiet,' and said he backs changing Senate rules to allow action on Democrats' voting bills.Biden endorses changing Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation; says 'I'm tired of being quiet' on voting rights US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen PsakiPresident Joe Biden's administration is closely monitoring the India-China border dispute, informed White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Monday (local time), adding that the US is "concerned" by China's attempt to intimidate its neighbours. “We continue to closely monitor the situation. We continue to support dialogue and peaceful resolution of these border disputes. We have been pretty clear how we view Beijing's behavior in region around the world: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on India-China border dispute,” she added.US closely monitoring India-China border dispute: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surgesWarning the omicron variant of the coronavirus "is here," President Joe Biden predicts a "winter of severe illness and death" for those who are still unvaccinated and implores Americans anew to get their shots and boosters. (AP)President Joe Biden warns of illness and death as omicron surges US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repayments US President Joe Biden extends moratorium on student loan repaymentsThe move is expected to impact the student debt of some 41 million people. "We know that millions of student loan borrowers are still coping with the impacts of the pandemic and need some more time before resuming payments," Biden said in a statement released by the White House. New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woes New York Port hustles to cut rare logjam amid Covid labor woesThe New York area’s port terminals have largely avoided backlogs like those gripping the twin gateways of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, where scores of vessels are still running into delays of more than three weeks to offload. As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 As Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19US President Joe Biden announced a winter campaign against Covid-19, with new testing requirements for travellers and a surge in vaccination efforts. The winter campaign comes amid the backdrop of the new Omicron variant, which threatens to revive the pandemic. Unveiling a raft of actions designed to tamp down Covid-19 in the coming months, he urged his political rivals- to unite behind the strategy. WatchAs Omicron variant spreads, Joe Biden announces winter campaign to battle Covid-19 Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappoints Hard times loom for US economy as job growth disappointsAnalysts had forecast a much more robust gain in payrolls, but the result fell far short, instead showing other key metrics like labor market participation and racial employment disparities making little improvement last month. President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracyPresident Joe Biden opens the first White House Summit for Democracy by sounding an alarm about a global slide for democratic institutions and called for world leaders to “lock arms” and demonstrate democracies can deliver. (AP)President Joe Biden sounds alarms at health of global democracy Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden Ten points of tension between Vladimir Putin and Joe BidenThe United States has accused Russia's ally Belarus of "weaponising" migrants from the Middle East by encouraging thousands of them to try to enter the European Union from its territory, creating a crisis for the EU. Russia has backed Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko, including by sending nuclear-capable warplanes to patrol Belarusian airspace. US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine US President Joe Biden talks sanctions, Vladimir Putin warns of rupture over UkraineThe two leaders spoke frankly for nearly an hour Thursday amid growing alarm over Russia's troop buildup near Ukraine, a crisis that has deepened as the Kremlin has stiffened its insistence on border security guarantees and test-fired hypersonic missiles to underscore its demands. Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over Ukraine Biden talks sanctions, Putin warns of rupture over UkraineWhite House press secretary Jen Psaki said Biden "urged Russia to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine" and "made clear that the United States and its allies and partners will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine." 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Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service Joe Biden The Big Budget SaleGet APP HomeQuickReadsBudget 2022ETPrimeMarketsNewsIndustryRISEPoliticsWealthMFTechJobsOpinionNRIPanacheET NOWPortfolio It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia. ADVERTISEMENT Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies. Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders. ADVERTISEMENT President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well. 'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it. Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily. Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get' US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes. US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now. Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs "I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said. President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf. Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups. Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight "Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks. US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser' Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November. View: One year of Joe Biden On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice. Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory. President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true." Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets. Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia. President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all' President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. 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US delivers written response to Russia's security demands Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions. U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame. Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014. 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US 'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be neededA COVID-19 vaccine specifically targeting the Omicron variant would be "prudent" even if it ultimately may not be needed, the top U.S. infectious disease official said on Tuesday as Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE announced such a clinical trial. US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflationPresident Joe Biden called on the Federal Reserve to do more to fight inflation by pulling back on its monetary boosting of the US economy.US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worryPutting the U.S.-based troops on heightened alert for Europe suggested diminishing hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin will back away from what Biden himself has said looks like a threat to invade neighboring Ukraine. 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Archives threatened to go to Congress and Justice Department to get Trump to turn over records By Gabby Orr, Pamela Brown and Paula Reid, CNN Updated 2321 GMT (0721 HKT) February 11, 2022 PERRY, GA - SEPTEMBER 25: Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally on September 25, 2021 in Perry, Georgia. Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker, Georgia Secretary of State candidate Rep. Jody Hice (R-GA), and Georgia Lieutenant Gubernatorial candidate State Sen. Burt Jones (R-GA) also appeared as guests at the rally. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) See Ted Cruz's big flip on Jan. 6 after McConnell's remark 'Absolutely': Pete Buttigieg on whether 'Don't Say Gay' bill is dangerous Watch: McConnell breaks with the RNC over Jan. 6 insurrection GOP lawmaker apologizes after this tense altercation over masks Stacey Abrams speaks out on maskless photo of her from school event Hillary Clinton trolling Trump's record-keeping Why Liz Cheney's money might not save her DeSantis refuses to take sides between Pence and Trump PERRY, GA - SEPTEMBER 25: Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally on September 25, 2021 in Perry, Georgia. Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker, Georgia Secretary of State candidate Rep. Jody Hice (R-GA), and Georgia Lieutenant Gubernatorial candidate State Sen. Burt Jones (R-GA) also appeared as guests at the rally. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) Book reveals Trump staff found flushed papers in White House toilet Don Lemon calls out GOP lawmaker for her change of heart on Trump The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) logo is displayed in the lobby of CIA Headquarters in Langley, Virginia, on August 14, 2008. AFP PHOTO/SAUL LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Senators allege CIA collecting data from Americans White House Press Secretary and Communications Director Stephanie Grisham listens during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House October 21, 2019 in Washington, DC. President Trump held a cabinet meeting to discuss his administration's agenda and made extensive remarks about impeachment and the situation on the Syrian/Turkish border. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) Former press secretary breaks down Trump's call practices US President Joe Biden speaks about the January jobs report from the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 4, 2022. - Despite a renewed onslaught of Covid-19 infections caused by the Omicron variant, the US economy added 467,000 jobs in January, the Labor Departmen said on February 4, 2022. The report, which also showed the unemployment rate rising slightly to four percent. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Biden calls reporter a 'wise guy' for asking about inflation rates A member of the Texas National Guard holds a gun during a news conference with Greg Abbott, governor of Texas, not pictured, in Mission, Texas, U.S., on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021. Abbott and Republican state chief executives from around the nation gathered at the border to again call attention to unauthorized immigration across the Rio Grande. 'Political theater': National Guardsman on Abbott's border operation Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Nancy Pelosi of running 'gazpacho police' See Ted Cruz's big flip on Jan. 6 after McConnell's remark 'Absolutely': Pete Buttigieg on whether 'Don't Say Gay' bill is dangerous Watch: McConnell breaks with the RNC over Jan. 6 insurrection GOP lawmaker apologizes after this tense altercation over masks Stacey Abrams speaks out on maskless photo of her from school event Hillary Clinton trolling Trump's record-keeping Why Liz Cheney's money might not save her DeSantis refuses to take sides between Pence and Trump PERRY, GA - SEPTEMBER 25: Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally on September 25, 2021 in Perry, Georgia. Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker, Georgia Secretary of State candidate Rep. Jody Hice (R-GA), and Georgia Lieutenant Gubernatorial candidate State Sen. Burt Jones (R-GA) also appeared as guests at the rally. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) Book reveals Trump staff found flushed papers in White House toilet Don Lemon calls out GOP lawmaker for her change of heart on Trump The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) logo is displayed in the lobby of CIA Headquarters in Langley, Virginia, on August 14, 2008. AFP PHOTO/SAUL LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Senators allege CIA collecting data from Americans White House Press Secretary and Communications Director Stephanie Grisham listens during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House October 21, 2019 in Washington, DC. President Trump held a cabinet meeting to discuss his administration's agenda and made extensive remarks about impeachment and the situation on the Syrian/Turkish border. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) Former press secretary breaks down Trump's call practices US President Joe Biden speaks about the January jobs report from the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 4, 2022. - Despite a renewed onslaught of Covid-19 infections caused by the Omicron variant, the US economy added 467,000 jobs in January, the Labor Departmen said on February 4, 2022. The report, which also showed the unemployment rate rising slightly to four percent. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Biden calls reporter a 'wise guy' for asking about inflation rates A member of the Texas National Guard holds a gun during a news conference with Greg Abbott, governor of Texas, not pictured, in Mission, Texas, U.S., on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021. Abbott and Republican state chief executives from around the nation gathered at the border to again call attention to unauthorized immigration across the Rio Grande. 'Political theater': National Guardsman on Abbott's border operation Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Nancy Pelosi of running 'gazpacho police' See Ted Cruz's big flip on Jan. 6 after McConnell's remark (CNN)Worried that a trove of White House records that had been brought to Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate contained classified material, a top official in the former President's orbit warned his aides last fall: Do not touch those boxes. The senior official in Trump's inner circle did not want to risk exposing sensitive materials to aides who may have lacked the appropriate security clearances, according to a person familiar with the matter. The boxes, which were being stored at the time in Trump's personal suite at his Florida club, had landed on the National Archives and Records Administration's radar after officials there noticed that several items were missing from their catalog of Trump White House records. In May 2021, the realization that important items from Trump's time in office -- including some of his correspondence with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un and infamous Sharpie-altered map of Hurricane Dorian -- were not transferred to the Archives at the end of his presidency prompted NARA officials to contact Trump's team. Longtime Archives lawyer Gary Stern first reached out to a person from the White House counsel's office who had been designated as the President Records Act point of contact about the record-keeping issue, hoping to locate the missing items and initiate their swift transfer back to NARA, said multiple sources familiar with the matter. The person had served as one of Trump's impeachment defense attorneys months earlier and, as deputy counsel, was among the White House officials typically involved in ensuring records were properly preserved during the transfer of power and Trump's departure from office. But after an extended back and forth over several months and after multiple steps taken by Trump's team to resolve the issue, Stern sought the intervention of another Trump attorney last fall as his frustration mounted over the pace of the document turnover. A spokesperson for Trump did not return a request for comment. In a statement on Thursday, Trump claimed the boxes that had been brought to Mar-a-Lago "contained letters, records, newspapers, magazines and various articles" that are to be featured in his presidential library "someday." "The papers were given easily and without conflict and on a very friendly basis," he said. One source familiar with the situation says the document turnover has "not been fully resolved" and says Trump is still in possession of documents the Archives wants. The Archives hinted at this in a statement earlier this week. "Former President Trump's representatives have informed NARA that they are continuing to search for additional Presidential records that belong to the National Archives," the Archives said in a statement. In a series of interviews with CNN, a half-dozen people familiar with the matter described a tense situation that took nearly eight months to resolve -- beginning with NARA's outreach in May and ending with its retrieval of the boxes from Mar-a-Lago last month. Gary Stern, general counsel for National Archives, speaks on the panel, "Preserving Presidential Papers and Archives" in January 2021. Gary Stern, general counsel for National Archives, speaks on the panel, "Preserving Presidential Papers and Archives" in January 2021. In the end, it may have been a threat that ended the impasse. At one point, the Archives notified a member of Trump's team that it planned to alert Congress and the Department of Justice of the matter if it wasn't quickly resolved, according to a person familiar with the warning. According to a person familiar with the matter, the Archives have since asked the Justice Department to investigate. It is unclear whether the Justice Department has started an investigation. The House Oversight Committee chairwoman, Democratic Rep. Carolyn Maloney of New York, has also vowed to initiate a probe of the records' removal from Trump's Palm Beach resort, which she called "deeply troubling" in a statement on Monday. In a separate statement to CNN, the Archives said, "We do not comment on potential or ongoing investigations." One source, who has worked with Stern on other issues, described the Archives lawyer as "persnickety" about securing the presidential records, noting that Trump's haphazard and chaotic preservation of records likely frustrated Stern beyond measure. He "must have lost his mind," this person said, describing Stern as an extremely meticulous individual who is known for writing letters that start off polite and gradually became more lawyerly and agitated. The same source said the archivists at NARA are very serious about presidential records, and that their review process involves first reviewing materials that are turned over in a secure room to determine if anything is classified and then working with the former President's designated Presidential Records Act points of contact to sort everything out. Two people familiar with the process said that NARA customarily wants to see all records that a president touched or viewed during his time in office, which would have included letters from foreign leaders or predecessors like the kind that were recovered from Mar-a-Lago in Florida. A former White House official says Trump would often bring documents from the White House into his residence at Mar-a-Lago, but it could not be learned where the documents were kept after his presidency. A pattern of haphazard record-keeping The issues that have arisen with Trump's presidential records since he left office follow a pattern of behavior that began long before he ever stepped foot inside the Oval Office and then continued -- much to the shock and frustration of aides -- during his four-year term. Running afoul of normal preservation procedures, then-President Trump would often tear up documents, drafts and memos after reading them and is said to have also periodically flushed papers down the toilet in the White House residence -- only to be discovered later on when repairmen were summoned to fix the clogged toilets. The revelation of Trump's toilet-flushing habit was first revealed Thursday by Maggie Haberman, a New York Times journalist and author of the forthcoming book "Confidence Man" about Trump. Haberman is a CNN contributor. In a statement on Thursday, Trump denied the allegations as categorically untrue. On one occasion during a mid-flight visit to the press cabin aboard Air Force One, Trump brought along a copy of a speech that he had just delivered and asked if anyone wanted to put it up for auction on eBay, recalled a person who witnessed the exchange. Though Trump appeared to be joking and nobody took him up on his offer, the episode further underscores the former President's seeming casual attitude toward record preservation. Then-President Donald Trump and North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un stand on North Korean soil while walking to South Korea in the Demilitarized Zone in June 2019. Some records involving correspondence with Kim were among those sought by the Archives. Then-President Donald Trump and North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un stand on North Korean soil while walking to South Korea in the Demilitarized Zone in June 2019. Some records involving correspondence with Kim were among those sought by the Archives. Other times, the former President would task aides with carrying boxes of unread memos, articles and tweet drafts aboard the presidential aircraft for him to review and then tear to shreds. A former senior Trump administration official said a deputy from the Office of Staff Secretary would usually come in after Trump left a room to pull things out of the trash and take them off his desk. Even by the end of his term, Trump had clearly not learned, "this is the bag you put things in that we are keeping and that you have to archive," the official said. The concern among aides extended beyond just the Presidential Records Act. One former White House official described angst Trump's habit would lead to, at the very least, the perception that he was obstructing justice during special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia investigation. Some of the documents handed over to Mueller's team had to be taped back together after they were torn, though one source says they were less consequential documents, such as newspaper clippings. Another person familiar with the matter said Mueller's team asked at least two White House aides about whether Trump tore up documents, and they replied yes. While document preservation was a key responsibility of the staff secretary, the rest of Trump's senior staffers did not seem to have any sense of their obligation to maintain records of papers that moved through the West Wing, the same official recalled. "Those who knew the rules did their best to scramble ... and make sure to do the best they could following retention requirements, but they very often were not followed," the official said. Making some of his aides' efforts to preserve records even more difficult was the sheer volume of papers that constantly surrounded Trump, who has long preferred handwritten notes and printed documents to email correspondence, and his habit of adding things to his calendar without notifying the proper channels. For instance, anytime Trump would conduct an interview at the White House or tape a video to share on social media, he was supposed to have a stenographer and representative from the White House Communications Agency nearby to record what was said, according to the same official. But there were moments when he did not have a trained transcriptionist near him because of a rogue last-minute addition he had made to his daily schedule, the official said. "They would do their best to keep track of his calendar but his was very fluid," said the former senior administration official, adding that sometimes the White House Communications Agency and White House stenographers would have to "race over" to an event that Trump had added at the last minute. President Donald Trump references a map during a briefing from officials about Hurricane Dorian in the the White House in September 2019. The National Archives said the map was not transfered to them at the end of Trump's presidency. President Donald Trump references a map during a briefing from officials about Hurricane Dorian in the the White House in September 2019. The National Archives said the map was not transfered to them at the end of Trump's presidency. Former White House national security adviser H.R. McMaster on Friday told CNN that National Security Council staffers put into a place a "foolproof" system for their own record keeping, but acknowledged that the system could have been ignored after he left the White House in March 2018. "We put in a system that was, I think, was kind of foolproof in that connection, with what came from the National Security Council staff. If the staff is running it well, everything that goes into the Oval Office ... is logged in and everything the President sees should be logged in," McMaster said. "I can't speak about what happened after I left," he added. "I was one of many national security advisers, so I'm not sure what happened after that." 'Everything was just hastily put into moving trucks' In the immediate aftermath of Trump's November election loss, the White House Counsel's Office made clear what the obligations were for preserving records in accordance with longstanding legal guidelines and staffers started going through the White House and collecting documents for the archives. But in the final days of the administration, as Trump desperately tried to hang onto power, things went off the rails, multiple sources say. They describe chaos and empty hallways with no one to oversee a proper move out, which would have normally included instructions on where dozens and dozens of records should be transported to. "Everything was just hastily put into the moving trucks in order to make the quick turnaround," said a former Trump campaign aide. Aides to the former President, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, claimed that the sloppy preservation of records in the waning days of Trump's presidency was exacerbated by issues with the General Services Administration. The GSA typically handles the packing and moving of the West Wing while US Secret Service and residence staff oversee other parts of the executive complex move out. Due to strict coronavirus protocols at the time and heightened security in the aftermath of the January 6 insurrection at the US Capitol, Trump aides said there was a shortage of trained movers and staff available to help with the process. "There were major pandemic staffing issues," said one Trump adviser. The GSA did not return a request for comment. Trump's handling of records both inside the White House and after his presidency could come under intense legal scrutiny in the coming months as congressional investigators look into the records transfer initiated by NARA, but experts don't believe he will face criminal charges. More potentially could come to light in a spate of books about the Trump White House that are due for release this year by former White House aides and journalists who closely covered the administration. If the boxes the Archives retrieved from Mar-a-Lago contained sensitive or classified materials, as The Washington Post first reported late Thursday and Trump's own aides worried about, the former President could find himself under even greater legal pressure. PAID CONTENT 10 मिनट और ₹10 जिता सकते हैं आपको ₹10000! अभी ट्राई करो 10 मिनट और ₹10 जिता सकते हैं आपको ₹10000! अभी ट्राई करो Sponsored: Ludosupreme Located In India? Learn About Business Investment Opportunities in the United States Located In India? 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The biography for President Trump and past presidents is courtesy of the White House Historical Association. Donald John Trump was born in Queens, New York, on June 14, 1946. His father, Fred Trump, was a highly successful real estate developer. The elder Trump was of German heritage, and his wife, Mary McLeod, of Scottish background. Their son Donald was the second youngest of five children. He was educated at the New York Military Academy and the Wharton School of Finance and Commerce at the University of Pennsylvania. Even before he graduated he was drawn to real estate and construction, and as a young man he took over his father’s firm, renaming it the Trump Organization. The Trump Organization soon became involved in a myriad of projects, including hotels, resorts, residential and commercial buildings, casinos, and golf courses, both in the United States and abroad. His first of many books was The Art of the Deal, published in 1987. In 2004 he launched the Apprentice (later The Celebrity Apprentice), a popular television series that aired until 2015. During the 2016 primary season Trump defeated more than a dozen seasoned rivals to win the Republican nomination and went on to win the election over former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. His campaign slogan was “Make America Great Again,” and he moved swiftly to reinvigorate “Buy American and Hire American” policies. He signed a major tax reform bill into law and directed the reduction of federal regulations intended to secure a long-running economic expansion and a historically low unemployment rate. His trade policies encouraged tariffs on foreign aluminum and steel and a series of renegotiations of trade agreements with Mexico, Canada, China, Japan, and South Korea. Other priorities included Supreme Court and federal judiciary appointments, tackling the opioid crisis, seeking to reduce the cost of prescription drugs, and improving health care for veterans. Trump’s commitment to “America first” abroad shaped not only his trade and tariff policies but his approach to immigration and overseas commitments. At his urging, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member states increased their contributions to the alliance. Trump recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, and moved the American Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, recognizing the ancient city as Israel’s capital. His approach to the problem of nuclear proliferation included applying maximum economic pressure on both North Korea and Iran. Trump increased the budget for the U.S. military, and during his administration the self-proclaimed Islamic State (ISIS), which had taken territory in Iraq and Syria and was responsible for inciting terrorist attacks, was defeated. President Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, have one son, Barron. President Trump also has four adult children from previous marriages: Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, and Tiffany, as well as nine grandchildren.

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Cracks are starting to show at the top of the Republican Party. The Republican National Committee last week censured Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, two of Donald Trump’s chief critics in the House, for taking part in the congressional investigation of last year’s attack on the Capitol and aiding the “persecution of ordinary citizens engaged in legitimate political discourse”. On February 8th Mitch McConnell, the party’s Senate leader, hit back, calling the events of January 6th 2021 a “violent insurrection for the purpose of trying to prevent the peaceful transfer of power after a legitimately certified election from one administration to the next”. A few days earlier Mike Pence took a similarly firm stance against his ex-boss’s claims of election-rigging. “I heard this week that President Trump said I had a right to overturn the election,” Mr Pence said. “President Trump is wrong…And frankly, there is no idea more un-American than the notion that any one person could choose the American president.” THE ECONOMIST TODAY Handpicked stories, in your inbox A daily newsletter with the best of our journalism example@email.com Sign up More from United States Congressional redistricting Democrats have fared surprisingly well in Congress’s new maps Another exodus? Rival Jewish congregations feud over America’s oldest synagogue TikTok nuns A group of nuns goes viral for Jesus Subscribe Group subscriptions Reuse our content The Trust Project Help and contact us Keep updated Published since September 1843 to take part in “a severe contest between intelligence, which presses forward, and an unworthy, timid ignorance obstructing our progress.” The Economist About Advertise Press centre Store The Economist Group The Economist Group Economist Intelligence Economist Impact Economist Events Working Here Which MBA? GMAT Tutor GRE Tutor Executive Jobs Executive Education Navigator Executive Education: The New Global Order Executive Education: Business Writing Terms of Use Privacy Cookie Policy Manage Cookies Accessibility Modern Slavery Statement Do Not Sell My Personal Information Copyright © The Economist Newspaper Limited 2022. All rights reserved.