Biden orders ban on certain US tech investments in China
President Joe Biden signed an executive order prohibiting some new U.S. investment in China in sensitive technologies like computer chips and require government notification in other tech sectors.
Thu Aug 10 2023
Trump vows to end birthright citizenship for children of immigrants in US illegally
Donald Trump said he would issue an executive order instructing federal agencies to stop what is known as birthright citizenship.
Wed May 31 2023
Wisconsin to ban TikTok on state devices - Governor
The Governor of Wisconsin Tony Evers will issue an executive order next week banning TikTok from state government-issued electronic devices.
Sat Jan 07 2023
FBI releases newly declassified document related to 9/11 probe after Biden's order
The material is being released in response to the executive order, signed Sept 3, 2021 by Biden.
Sun Sep 12 2021
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
US considering adding Alibaba, Tencent to China stock ban - Sources
If added, Alibaba and Tencent would be subject to an executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump in November.
Thu Jan 07 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 issues new sanctions on North Korea, targeting shipping and banking
U.S. President Donald Trump today increased pressure on North Korea by announcing a new Executive Order (E.O.).
Fri Sep 22 2017
US Supreme Court allows broad Trump refugee ban
The Supreme Court ruling gives Trump a partial victory as the high court prepares for a key October hearing on the constitutionality of Trump's controversial executive order.
Wed Sep 13 2017
U.S. judge grants bid to narrow Trump travel ban
A US judge on Thursday granted the state of Hawaii's bid to exempt grandparents and other relatives from President Donald Trump's temporary travel ban on residents from six Muslim-majority countries.
Fri Jul 14 2017
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
What Trump 2.0 could mean for trade, migrants, climate change and electric cars
Here's a summary of the policies Donald Trump has said he will pursue when he takes office on Jan. 20.
Wed Nov 27 2024
UN says Taliban detained journalists over 250 times in Afghanistan since takeover
The Taliban-led foreign ministry denies having arrested that number of journalists and added that those arrested had committed a crime.
Wed Nov 27 2024
TikTok becoming app of choice for criminals promoting investment scams - Police
Many users continue to be tricked and scammed even though police have repeatedly issued warnings about scams proliferating on social media.
Wed Nov 27 2024
MOE’s mental health screening identifies students with emotional challenges
Deputy Minister of Education says, those identified with severe emotional issues undergo screening twice a year.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect Wednesday
Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near its border with Israel to ensure that Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure there.
Wed Nov 27 2024
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat
Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?
Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Myanmar rebel army ready for dialogue with junta, with China's help
China puts pressure on rebels amid the rapid degeneration of the military, which Beijing has long seen as a guarantor of stability.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Malaysia ready to collaborate with South Korea on more substantial matters - PM
Malaysia seeks deeper collaboration with South Korea on digitalization, AI, and advanced learning curve discussions.
Tue Nov 26 2024