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United States10 Sep 2020 00:09 GMT

The George Washington University says professor Jessica Krug has resigned 'effective immediately'.

US Elections 202009 Sep 2020 23:31 GMT

The president had reportedly said he intentionally minimised the threat of the coronavirus to the American public.

United States09 Sep 2020 23:14 GMT

In recorded conversations with journalist Bob Woodward, Trump says he intentionally downplayed the pandemic risks.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 22:00 GMT

Some 17 United States companies promise to add at least one Black director to their boards within 12 months.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 21:22 GMT

Charleston is the first city in the American South to sue fossil fuel firms in an effort to get climate change funds.

US Elections 202009 Sep 2020 20:14 GMT

Barr says the case should go to federal court, as it involves rape allegation denials made by Trump while president.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 19:43 GMT

Experts say there is a slim chance enough evidence will be available before November 3 to prove the vaccine is safe.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 19:36 GMT

Nurses in Venezuela face higher risk of catching COVID-19 because of shortages of proper gear and even clean water.

United States09 Sep 2020 17:56 GMT

Report finds Black and Latino defendants receive longer sentences than white defendants imprisoned for similar crimes.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 17:15 GMT

Package delivery giant says it expects a record peak season as pandemic boosts online shopping.

United States09 Sep 2020 17:10 GMT

Trump seeks crowds who flout virus controls while Biden sticks to small events in cautious regard for infection risks.

Qatar09 Sep 2020 16:35 GMT

Top US diplomat for Middle East expresses cautious optimism that three-year siege of Qatar by Arab states may soon end.

Iraq09 Sep 2020 15:39 GMT

American military presence in Iraq will be reduced from 5,200 to 3,000 troops this month, US Central Command announces.

AJ Impact09 Sep 2020 15:23 GMT

Stephen Schwarzman has spent more than $27m so far this year backing US politicians, including President Donald Trump.