USA

Google Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' for US users

The change will be visible in the U.S., but it will remain 'Gulf of Mexico' in Mexico. Outside of the two countries, users will see both names

Full-scale replica of Anne Frank's hidden annex opens in New York City

Exhibit at Center for Jewish History in Manhattan represents the first time the annex has been completely recreated outside of Amsterdam

Americans and Chinese are comparing living costs at Xiaohongshu

What is Stargate? Is China catching up in AI?

Scott Bessent wins Senate confirmation as US Treasury secretary

The vote was 68-29, with 16 Democrats supporting the nomination

Earthquake rattles houses in Maine, felt as far away as Pennsylvania

United States Geological Survey reports earthquake took place at about 10:22 a.m. Monday and was centered about six miles southeast of York Harbor in southern Maine

US Embassy in Bogota is not processing visa applicants

What does Rubio's visit mean for Panama amid the Canal controversy?

Woman gets more than 3-year prison term in ‘US birthright tourism’ case

Sentencing comes as birthright citizenship has been thrust into spotlight in United States with the return of President Donald Trump to White House

Israel has high expectations for Trump’s second term

Analysts say Israeli officials hope Donald Trump's unconventional approach to foreign policy will get them the results they want on their top security priorities. But Trump’s push for a peace deal with Saudi Arabia could cause tensions. Linda Gradstein reports. VOA footage by Ricki Rosen.

Trump's sanctions could force Russia's Putin to negotiating table, some experts say

Does the new US administration have sufficient economic leverage over Russia to force it to make peace, or at least talk about peace?

New US defense secretary promises agility, accountability

Pete Hegseth said there will be a new way of doing things as he arrived for his first full day of work at the Pentagon on Monday