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Democrats want probe of Trump officials and immigration deals

Immigration enforcement has been central to US President Donald Trump’s second term so far.
Immigration enforcement has been central to US President Donald Trump’s second term so far.

Trump eyes anti-drug operations in Mexico, Colombia as Venezuela looms

US President Donald Trump said he could extend anti-drug military operations to Mexico and Colombia.
US President Donald Trump said he could extend anti-drug military operations to Mexico and Colombia.

Trump says Russia in stronger position on Ukraine, chides Europe

US President Donald Trump criticised Europe on multiple fronts, saying that the countries haven’t done an adequate job in finding peace between Russia and Ukraine. 
US President Donald Trump criticised Europe on multiple fronts, saying that the countries haven’t done an adequate job in finding peace between Russia and Ukraine. 

Drone delivery of steak, crab legs, marijuana and other contraband intercepted by US prison guards

A drone carrying food items, cigarettes and marijuana was intercepted at a maximum security prison in South Carolina.
A drone carrying food items, cigarettes and marijuana was intercepted at a maximum security prison in South Carolina.

Trump approval rating rises as Republicans back cost-of-living efforts

The six-day poll, which closed on Dec 8, showed approval of US President Donald Trump rising from 38 per cent in late November.
The six-day poll, which closed on Dec 8, showed approval of US President Donald Trump rising from 38 per cent in late November.

Goose, Grinchmas socks and other wacky items seen at GameStop’s Trade Anything Day

One customer claimed he tried to trade in a live pet dog, which GameStop rejected. Another item seen was a stuffed bobcat.
One customer claimed he tried to trade in a live pet dog, which GameStop rejected. Another item seen was a stuffed bobcat.

US military developing small refineries for critical minerals

A collection of antimony – key to making bullets – is displayed at the Natural History Museum in London.
A collection of antimony – key to making bullets – is displayed at the Natural History Museum in London.

Somali TikTok star deported from US for spy kidnapping may be innocent

Mr Mahad Maxamud has amassed 450,000 followers on TikTok through his online rants.
Mr Mahad Maxamud has amassed 450,000 followers on TikTok through his online rants.

Trump hits the road as cost of living hurts Americans

US President Donald Trump has rejected what he calls the Democrats’ “hoax” on the issue of affordability, but polls show that his approval ratings have slumped on the economy.
US President Donald Trump has rejected what he calls the Democrats’ “hoax” on the issue of affordability, but polls show that his approval ratings have slumped on the economy.

News Analysis

Trump insists tariffs will buoy the economy but for now, he’s on damage control

US President Donald Trump during a roundtable in the Cabinet Room at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 08 December 2025, where he is reportedly expected to announce a 12 billion aid plan for farmers.  PHOTO: EPA/YURI GRIPAS / POOL
US President Donald Trump during a roundtable in the Cabinet Room at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 08 December 2025, where he is reportedly expected to announce a 12 billion aid plan for farmers.  PHOTO: EPA/YURI GRIPAS / POOL

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.