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Greenback land

The renewed ambition to acquire Greenland reflects an intriguing blend of geopolitics, national aspiration, and economic strategy. Championed now by US President-elect Donald Trump, this idea has resurfaced with remarkable seriousness, raising questions about sovereignty, international relations, and global security.

More Americans live in riskiest wildfire zones

Thousands have fled as wildfires spread across the US Los Angeles region -- what ignited the Palisades and Eaton fires, the two main blazes, is still under investigation but weather conditions have helped fuel their spread. Experts call the areas "the wildland-urban interface" (WUI).

US economy ends on high as Democrats go into festive season

The US economy ends on a high note with inflation down, job market up, consumer buying spirited , expectations of good news on housing, and Feds dropping interest rates in the new year, as the democrats end 2023 on a cheerful note.

Breaking stride

In the fast-paced realm of political negotiations, the fate of crucial aid packages for Ukraine and Israel hangs in the delicate balance of Capitol Hill discussions.