Government Shutdown January 19 2018

This Friday a government shutdown is looming in the United States at midnight. It would be the first such occurrence in 4 years.

A government shutdown happens when the President and Congress do not pass appropriations legislation which would allow for the funding of different agencies and government functions.

Democrats are demanding concessions from the President in order to raise the debt ceiling and thus prevent a shutdown of the government, which occurred twice under President Obama (in 2011 and 2013).

The main points of contention are the Children`s Health Insurance Program and the non deportation of so-called dreamers, both of these issues are of vital importance to the democratic minority.

Will there be a war with North Korea? December 2017

In recent days there has been a serious ratcheting up of the rhetoric between the United States and North Korea, this coming amid large-scale air drills between the world superpower and their ally South Korea.

The habitual bellicose tirades have been voiced by the regime in Pyongyang, claiming that the US is "Begging for nuclear war". In addition a missile launch originated from the hermit state just a few days ago after a two month lull in activity, the US affirms that the object was an ICBM, suggesting that Kim Jong-Un is edging ever closer to nuclear strike capability on the United States.

President Donald Trump for his part, used his first speech at the UN in September to vow to "Totally destroy" North Korea, should it threaten the US, striking a notably harsher tone compared to his predecessors.

Another sign of increasing unease at the current climate is the fact that Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has urged the Pentagon to start evacuating US military families from South Korea.

At What Time is The Super Moon Today December 3 2017

The only "Supermoon" of 2017 will occur this Sunday December 3.

People from all around the world will be able to appreciate this celestial phenomena that will grace our skies this weekend.

This occurs due to the fact that the lunar orbit is elliptic and when its maximum approach coincides with a full moon, we are the honored recipients of a "Supermoon".

This astronomical process causes our natural satellite to appear about 12-14% larger than normal, granting a fine spectacle for seasoned stargazers and novices alike.

Predictions for the United States 2017

The year 2017 looks like being a very eventful one for the United States, not least due to the fact that a new President will be in place, Donald Trump.

Trump has indicated that he wishes to take the country in a very different direction compared to the last years and decades, as his campaign motto would indicate "make America great again".

Since his victory, protests have erupted across the country, from New York to Los Angeles, these undertaken by people upset by Trump`s stated policies, such as to construct a wall on the southern border of the US and to restrict immigration.

Another big event will be the total eclipse which will take part on August 21, the first of these such astronomical phenomenon to be seen in the United States since 1979. Only a small corridor of the US will see a full eclipse, although most of the country will see at least 80% of the sun covered by our natural satellite.

Predictions for Donald Trump in 2017

Donald Trump has been chosen as the President of the United States in the elections undertaken on November 8, however, he will not be officially sworn in until January 20, 2017.

To say that his campaign was controversial, is a major understatement, he offended many who disagreed with his stated policies, especially when it came to both illegal and Muslim immigration.

One of his policies is to construct a great wall on the southern border of the United States in order to stop people entering the country illegally from Mexico and Central America. He also called for a complete shutdown of Muslims entering the US, although he later walked back on this a little, saying that it would apply only to people from certain countries.

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have wished Trump well during his presidency, what do you think? Will Trump make a good President?

Super Moon in the United States 11/14/2016 Live

A very interesting phenomena is about to occur, on November 14, 2016, a "Super Moon" will be observable in the United States.

This happens when the moon is closer than normal to the earth and increases in size and brightness.

Although this is not an especially rare event, sometimes happening various times in one year, what makes this one different is that it will be the most pronounced since 1948, the moon will be about 14% larger and 30% brighter than normal.

It will be visible to all, the only possible obstacle being cloud cover.

Super Moon Time November 14 2016 USA

This November 14, we will have to opportunity to observe a very interesting astronomical event.

The "supermoon" occurs when a full moon coincides with the closest point between the earth and our natural satellite, making it appear bigger and brighter than usual.

Although this is quite a common phenomena (in fact there will be 3 such events in 2016, one already occurred in October and one more to come on December 13), what sets the one on November 14 apart is that it will be the brightest since 1948.

It can be viewed best in places where the horizon is visible and in an area with low light pollution and using binoculars.

Elections USA 2016 Who is winning?

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are competing to enter the White House this November 8 2016. In what has been one of the most controversial presidential campaigns in the modern era. We have the experienced politician with a long career, Hillary Clinton, ex First Lady and Secretary of State against Donald Trump, an amateur in the political world running against the establishment.

Polls have constantly shown a marked advantage for Hillary Clinton throughout the election campaign, with Trump occasionally cutting the deficit.

Each of the two campaigns have been shaken by controversies, with a filtered audio of Donald Trump speaking in vulgar terms about women, something which seemed to hit him in the polls. However in recent weeks Wikileaks has been leaking emails from the Clinton campaign.

As of today (October 28) RealClearPolitics is showing an advantage for Hillary Clinton

RealClearPolitics Average

Hillary Clinton   47.3%
Donald Trump   42.1%

Where Can I watch the Presidential Debate Online September 26 2016

The presidential debate is being anticipated with bated breath in the United States and indeed, all over the world. The total number of Americans expected to tune in, via television and online could top 100 million, making it the most viewed in history.

Despite the fact that both candidates have high unfavorable ratings with Hillary Clinton, representing the establishment, at a time when many people are disenfranchised with the political system. Donald Trump definitely does not represented the establishment, however, due to his controversial statements about illegal and muslim immigration, many people have branded him a "racist" and "dangerous".

The contrast in styles is evident, Donald Trump is unpredictable and a maverick, Hillary Clinton on the other hand is more controlled and takes less risks.

The debate will be broadcast on most major news networks as well as online, it beings at 9pm ET on Monday September 26. Don`t miss it!

GDP Growth United States August 2016

The U.S economy expanded by 1.1% in the second quarter of 2016 (April - June), slightly less than the predicted 1.2% by economists.

One of the main reasons for this slow growth is due to businesses reducing their inventories and spending less on new infrastructure and equipment, however growth is expected to pick up in the summer and fall due to greater consumer spending.

The US economy has not been able to achieve over 3% economic growth on an annual basis since 2005, and since the financial crisis of 2008-2009, the economy has been decidedly sluggish.

Annual growth for 2015 was 2.6% compared to just 1% for the first six months of 2016, this slowdown can be attributed in part to economic instability in China and the strong dollar stunting the export market.

United States Attacks ISIS in Libya : August 1 2016

The US military appears to be expanding its efforts against Islamic State in the North African country of Libya, where the group is said to have a significant presence.

Today air strikes were carried out around the city of Sirte, which has long been a stronghold of the group.

According to previous reports by experts on the terror group, one of their main aims is to gain territory in many countries in order to wage a final battle against the west. This may explain why the US and its allies are reluctant to engage in full scale combat against the group and instead opt for a longer term strategy of debilitating their capacities with targeted strikes in order that local forces dislodge them.

Latest News Elections United States 25 January 2016

The process to replace Barack Obama in the White House is underway and it starts in 7 days time with the insurgent candidates confident of upsetting the status quo and the establishment on the defensive. Next week the Iowa caucuses take place.

A mere 8 days later it will be the turn of New Hampshire to cast their votes, as far as the democrats are concerned it is a two horse race between Cliton and Sanders, with the later gaining significant ground, according to polling in the last few weeks.

On the republican side businessman Donald Trump continues to dominate the race, despite Ted Cruz gaining ground over the last month or so.