US to Issue Limited Edition Passports Featuring President Donald Trump's Portrait
The US State Department has confirmed it will release a limited number of passports featuring a portrait of President Donald Trump.This special edition passport is part of the 250th anniversary celebrations of the US Declaration of Independence.The passports will display Trump's official photo and signature in gold, set against imagery including the Declaration of Independence and the American flag.They will be available exclusively at the Washington Passport Agency while supplies last.No additional cost will be charged for these passports, and they will be offered to any American citizen applying for a passport during the rollout period.However, it remains unclear whether... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 01:02 LONDON
Dominican National in Waterbury Pleads Guilty to Passport Fraud and Identity Theft
Jose Luis Rodriguez, a 47-year-old citizen of the Dominican Republic residing unlawfully in the United States, pleaded guilty today to federal charges of passport fraud and identity theft. Oliver at the federal court in Hartford, Connecticut. Rodriguez was identified as living in Waterbury under a false identity. The charges relate to his unlawful use of fraudulent passports and stolen identity information. Specific details of the fraud methods or scope of identity theft were not disclosed. The admission of guilt marks a significant procedural step in the federal prosecution of immigration-related document fraud. The impact on local enforcement or further operational... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Apr 2026 21:33 LONDON
US soldier pleads not guilty to insider trading charges over betting on Maduro's ouster
Gannon Ken Van Dyke, a US Army Special Forces master sergeant, pleaded not guilty on 28 April 2026 to charges of using classified information to place bets on the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.The plea was entered in a Manhattan federal court before US District Judge Margaret Garnett.Van Dyke appeared in court wearing a black blazer and jeans, accompanied by his lawyers Zach Intrater and Mark Geragos.Van Dyke is accused of wagering approximately $33,000 on a crypto-powered prediction market platform between 27 December 2025 and 2 January 2026.Prosecutors allege he used insider knowledge from his involvement in Operation Absolute... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Apr 2026 19:31 LONDON
Two CIA Officers Killed in Unauthorized Vehicle Crash in Chihuahua, Mexico
Two American CIA officers died in a vehicle crash in Chihuahua, Mexico, on April 19, after participating in an anti-drug operation without proper authorization from Mexican authorities.The vehicle they were traveling in skidded off a mountain road and exploded while returning from the operation.Mexican officials confirmed that neither of the two CIA officers had formal accreditation to operate in Mexico.One entered the country as a visitor, and the other traveled on a diplomatic passport.Mexican federal authorities were not informed of their presence or activities.The crash also resulted in the deaths of two members of the Chihuahua State Investigation Agency.Mexican President... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 20:30 LONDON
UK Pet Owners Face Steep Costs After EU Passport Rule Change
British pet owners traveling to the European Union now face new requirements following a change in travel documentation rules.From Wednesday, the EU pet passport scheme is no longer valid for UK residents, who must instead obtain a new animal health certificate for each trip.The change means that pet owners must secure a separate certificate every time they travel abroad with their animals, replacing the previous system where a single EU pet passport sufficed.This has led to increased costs and travel disruptions for many.Some pet owners have reported steep bills to obtain the new certificates, with some unable to take pre-paid... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 23:34 LONDON
US suspect sentenced to three years for stealing Kristi Noem's purse
Mario Bustamante Leiva, a Chilean man, has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing a handbag belonging to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in Washington, DC.The theft occurred in April 2025 while Noem was dining with her family at a restaurant.Bustamante Leiva faces deportation after serving his sentence.The stolen handbag contained approximately $3,000 in cash, several credit cards, and personal documents including Noem's driver's licence, passport, and DHS access badge.Authorities recovered the bag from Bustamante Leiva's motel room.Bustamante Leiva pleaded guilty in November to three counts of wire fraud and one count of first-degree theft.Prosecutors described him... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 21:03 LONDON
