Okinawa Governor to Cancel Permits for new US Military Base
The governor of Japan’s southern island of Okinawa says he will cancel permits for building a new United States air base on Okinawa.
US to Accept 10,000 Syrian Refugees in Coming Year
The United States said Thursday it will accept at least 10,000 Syrian refugees in the coming year.
New Report says Sanders Leading Clinton Among Iowa Democrats
A new political survey shows U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders is the most popular presidential candidate among likely Democratic Party voters in Iowa.
US Senate Democrats Vote to Protect Iran Nuclear Deal
The United States Senate has blocked a resolution to reject the agreement between world powers and Iran.
US Promises to Accept More Refugees
The United States is promising to accept more refugees fleeing from wars in Syria and other areas.
Iran: No talks with US outside Nuclear Deal
Iran’s top leader says any future talks with the United States will only involve issues related to the nuclear deal reached with world powers, not other areas.
US Labor Day Arrives Five Months Late
September 7 is Labor Day in the U.S., a national holiday that began more than 100 years ago to honor low-paid factory workers.
Iran Nuclear Deal Gets Important Support
A U.S. senator has announced her support for the international agreement on Iran’s nuclear program.
In Alaska, President Obama Calls for Urgent Action on Climate Change
President Barack Obama walked on a melting Arctic glacier, a river of ice, in Alaska Tuesday.
US Said to Be Preparing Sanctions Against China
The Washington Post reports that the United States is preparing economic sanctions against Chinese individuals and companies.