New president brings a slightly new look to Oval Office
Biden revealed the new decor as he invited reporters into his new office to watch him sign a series of executive orders.
Thu Jan 21 2021
Some big, early shifts on immigration expected under Biden
Joe Biden will likely use executive orders to reverse some of President Donald Trump's most controversial actions.
Wed Nov 11 2020
Rolling back Trump's rollbacks: Biden seen reversing climate deregulation
Trump's rollbacks are on shaky ground because most were done not through Congressional lawmaking but via presidential executive orders.
Sun Nov 08 2020
US businesses in China face uncertainty as White House bans WeChat
It's not clear to what extent the executive orders, which go into effect in 45 days, would impact WeChat's business.
Tue Aug 25 2020
Trump issues bans on China's TikTok, WeChat, stoking tension with Beijing
The executive orders, which go into effect in 45 days, come after the Trump administration said this week it was stepping up efforts to purge "untrusted" Chinese apps from U.S. digital networks
Fri Aug 07 2020
Trump to set new executive orders on environment, energy this week
US President Donald Trump this week will sign new executive orders before he completes his first 100 days in office, including two on energy and the environment.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Trump says new trade orders set stage for manufacturing revival
"Today I'm signing two executive orders that send this message loud and clear, and that set the stage for a great revival of American manufacturing," Trump said in the Oval Office.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Trump expected to order temporary ban on refugees
Trump is expected to order a multi-month ban on allowing refugees into the United States except for religious minorities escaping persecution, until more aggressive vetting is in place.
Wed Jan 25 2017
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024