Times of India

US President Donald Trump has indicated his interest in seeking a third term, questioning whether the Constitution bars him from doing so. Despite this, the 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951, clearly restricts presidents to two terms. Trump was sworn in for his second term on January 20.

Illegal border crossings from Mexico into the US have plummeted since President Trump's inauguration, with fewer than 600 recorded on January 26. This marks a significant reduction compared to the daily encounters under the Biden administration. The drop follows Trump's executive actions on border security and immigration enforcement.

Matthew J Huttle, recently pardoned by Trump for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, was fatally shot by police during a traffic stop in Indiana. Huttle resisted arrest and was armed, leading to an altercation with a sheriff’s deputy. The incident raises questions about Trump’s pardons possibly encouraging further political violence.

Southern California's first major storm of the season brought rain and snow, helping to extinguish wildfires but causing mudflows and road closures. Emergency crews worked to clear debris, and the storm disrupted schools and transport routes. Officials continue cleanup efforts, cautioning residents about toxic ash left by the fires. Despite the rains, drought conditions persist.

A massive asteroid, Asteroid 2025 BS4, will safely pass Earth on January 28, traveling at 35,000 miles per hour. Despite its close proximity, twice the distance to the Moon, it poses no threat of collision. Scientists continue to monitor such near-Earth objects to assess potential risks.

At least 56 senior officials from USAID were placed on administrative leave following an internal probe into alleged attempts to undermine President Trump's executive orders. This action comes after Trump's directive to pause most foreign assistance for 90 days. The move has caused significant disruption in global aid programs, with many questioning how this might impact US foreign aid priorities in the future.

Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent has been confirmed as US Treasury secretary, tasked with implementing Donald Trump's economic policies including tax cuts and tariffs. Bessent supports strengthening the dollar, securing supply chains, and imposing tougher sanctions on Russia and a hawkish stance on China.

Google Maps will implement new naming conventions for the Gulf of Mexico and Denali, following President Trump's executive orders. The Gulf of Mexico will be renamed the 'Gulf of America', and Denali will revert to its former name, Mount McKinley, for US users.

The White House has unveiled Melania Trump's official portrait, taken on January 21, 2025, showing her in a dark suit with the Washington Monument in the background. This comes after the release of Donald Trump's latest portrait earlier in the year, reminiscent of his 2023 booking photo in Georgia.

A freelance photographer from Vietnam, Nguyen Thanh Nghe, claims he took the famous 'napalm girl' photo credited to AP's Nick Ut. AP is investigating the claim made in the Sundance documentary 'The Stringer'. Experts question Ut's ability to take the photo, while Nghe explains why he waited 50 years to assert authorship.

Alexander Lukashenko extended his 31-year rule in Belarus after election officials declared him winner with 86.8% of the vote. The EU, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand condemned the elections as a sham and imposed sanctions on Lukashenko's government. Putin and China's Xi Jinping congratulated him on his victory.

Thousands of displaced Palestinians returned to northern Gaza after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The journey revealed a wasteland of rubble and destroyed neighborhoods. The ceasefire saw Hamas release four female soldiers, while Israel handed over 200 Palestinian prisoners. Negotiations continue for the remaining hostages. Approximately 90 hostages still remain in Gaza.

President Donald Trump has announced new executive orders to establish a US version of Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system and reinstate service members discharged over Covid-19 vaccine refusals. The orders also call for an assessment of transgender policies and the elimination of DEI programs in the military.

US President Donald Trump has issued a warning about the low-cost Chinese AI tool DeepSeek AI, which caused a significant impact on tech stocks at Wall Street. Trump emphasized the need for American industries to focus on innovation to remain competitive.

A shooting at a Martin's Super Market in Elkhart, Indiana, late Monday afternoon left at least three people dead, including the suspected shooter. Two police officers were also injured but are in stable condition. The incident is under investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

US President Donald Trump called China's AI model DeepSeek a wake-up call for American industries. He emphasised the need for the US to focus on AI innovation. This comes after Nvidia lost nearly $600 billion in market value. DeepSeek's success highlights the growing competition between the US and China in the AI sector.

US President Donald Trump announced plans to build a domestic version of Israel’s Iron Dome missile defence system. This new project will aim to protect the US from various missile threats. It will be built domestically. Additional executive orders related to military policies, vaccination, transgender military service, and DEI programs are also expected.

US President Donald Trump announced plans to sign an executive order to eliminate 'transgender ideology' from the military, reversing the Obama-era policy restored by Joe Biden. The policy change has sparked a debate over LGBTQ rights, with critics arguing it is discriminatory. Trump's move may impact military readiness at a time of recruitment challenges, as an estimated 15,000 transgender service members could be affected.

Acting attorney general James McHenry has dismissed over a dozen prosecutors involved in the investigations against President Trump, citing concerns about their loyalty to the president's agenda. This move is part of Trump's broader efforts to centralize control over the justice department, raising legal and ethical questions about the administration's approach.

Canadian MP Chandra Arya has been barred from the Liberal Party's leadership contest. He was informed by the party about his disqualification. Arya's campaign included eliminating the monarchy and addressing issues with strained Canada-India relations. His disqualification raises concerns about the leadership race transparency. While Arya mulls his next steps, six contenders remain in the race.