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US News

Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter with 15 years experience who started as a local New York City reporter. Having joined The Epoch Times' news team in 2009, Jack was born and raised near Modesto in California's Central Valley. 

Jack Phillips

State News

Minnesota

Noem: DHS Sending ‘Hundreds More’ Federal Agents to Minneapolis

ICE Agent Involved in Shooting Is Getting Death Threats, Border Czar Says

Reuters is a news agency owned by Thomson Reuters. It employs around 2,500 journalists and 600 photojournalists in about 200 locations worldwide writing in 16 languages.

Reuters

Politics

Donald Trump

Trump Says No More Venezuelan Oil or Money to Go to Cuba, Pushes for Deal

Kimberly Hayek is a reporter for The Epoch Times. She covers California news and has worked as an editor and on scene at the U.S.-Mexico border during the 2019 migrant caravan crisis.

Kimberly Hayek

World News

Americas

Venezuela

US and Venezuela Explore Restoring Diplomatic Ties After Maduro’s Capture

Arleen Richards is NTD's legal correspondent based at the network's global headquarters in New York City, where she covers all major legal stories. Arleen holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.).


Arleen Richards

Executive Branch

Trump to Give America ‘Spectacular’ 250th Birthday Party

Daniel Monaghan is a reporter for NTD News covering culture, social issues, and education. He holds a BA in Political Science and Government.

Daniel Monaghan

White House Week in Review (Jan. 10): Maduro Capture, Trade Deficit Drop, New Health Guidelines

Melina Wisecup is NTD's congressional correspondent based in Washington, covering Capitol Hill and campaign politics.

Melina Wisecup

Congress

Washington Roundup (Jan. 10): GOP Celebrate US Capture of Dictator Maduro

Rachel Acenas is an experienced journalist and TV news reporter and anchor covering breaking stories and contributing original news content for NTD's digital team.

Rachel Acenas

Minnesota Democrats Say They Were Denied Access to ICE Facility

Kelly McBride Ni is a news writer for NTD based in North Carolina. 


Kelly McBride Ni

New Jersey

New Jersey Implements Cell Phone Ban in K-12 Classrooms

Rudy Blalock is a Southern California-based daily news reporter for NTD. Originally from Michigan, he moved to California in 2017 and the sunshine and ocean have kept him here since. In his free time, he may be found underwater scuba diving, on top of a mountain hiking or snowboarding, or at home meditating—which helps fuel his active lifestyle.

Rudy Blalock

Chinese National Faces Federal Charges After Photographing Stealth Bomber Base

Asia &amp; Pacific

Death Toll in Philippines Landfill Collapse Rises to 4

Following Venezuela, Nicaragua Releases Prisoners After US Demands

The Associated Press is an American not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. 

The Associated Press

Middle East

Iran

Death Toll in Iran Protests Rises to More Than 500, Activists Say

Troy Myers is a regional reporter based in St. Augustine, Florida. His background includes breaking, criminal justice, and investigative writing for local news, producing on a national morning newscast in Washington, D.C., and working with an award-winning, weekly investigative news program. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his dog at the beach.

Troy Myers

Venezuela’s Machado Can’t Give Her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump, Institute Says

NTD Newsroom comprises teams of reporters, editors, and producers assigned to cover breaking news and other stories.


NTD Newsroom

New York

Freedom Rally in NYC Supports Protests in Iran

US Warns Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately

Ryan Morgan is a reporter for The Epoch Times focusing on military and foreign affairs. He was previously a news writer for NTD. 


Ryan Morgan

US, Partners Launch New Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Tom Ozimek is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times. He has a broad background in journalism, deposit insurance, marketing and communications, and adult education.

Tom Ozimek

Trump Declares National Emergency to Shield Venezuelan Oil Revenues Held in US Custody

Lee Hall is NTD UK’s news director and the host of "British Thought Leaders." Lee also works as an international correspondent based in London.  

Lee Hall

NTD Plus

Shows

British Thought Leaders features in-depth conversations on issues that affect and shape our society and culture, giving a voice to those marginalised by legacy media. Hosted by NTD UK’s News Director Lee Hall.

British Thought Leaders

Our Future Depends on Cherishing Life and Family | Lois McLatchie Miller

Iran Authorities Signal Intensified Clampdown as Protests Grow

China News

Flora Hua is a reporter based at NTD's global headquarters in New York City, where she covers China news, U.S.-China relations, and human rights issues. Flora primarily contributes to NTD's "China in Focus."  

Flora Hua

International

China, Russia, Iran Hold Naval Drills Near South Africa

Steve Lance is NTD's Washington D.C. Bureau Chief and chief political correspondent. Steve anchors NTD's "Capitol Report," a political news show based in the nation's capital aimed at providing a direct channel to the voices and people who shape policy in America. Steve also co-moderates NTD's special election coverage "The Nation Decides."

Steve Lance

Xi Was 'Embarrassed': Analyst Weighs How Maduro's Arrest Impacts CCP

Emel Akan is a senior White House correspondent for The Epoch Times, where she covers the Biden administration. Prior to this role, she covered the economic policies of the Trump administration. Previously, she worked in the financial sector as an investment banker at JPMorgan. She graduated with a master’s degree in business administration from Georgetown University.

Emel Akan

Trump Stands Firm on Taking Greenland, Vows to Block Russia, China

Tiffany Meier is an anchor, China news investigative reporter, and producer for NTD News based at the network's global headquarters in New York City. Tiffany anchors NTD's flagship shows "NTD Evening News" and "China in Focus" and co-moderates NTD's special election coverage "The Nation Decides." She produced the award-winning NTD Original documentary "Hollywood Takeover: China's Control in the Film Industry."


Tiffany Meier

Fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. China in Focus airs Monday–Friday at 9 p.m. ET.

China in Focus

China in Focus Full Broadcast (Jan. 9)

Michael Zhuang is a contributor to The Epoch Times with a focus on China-related topics.


Michael Zhuang

Chinese Asylum Claims Near Record Levels in 2025, UN Data Show

Trump Says US Action in Venezuela Does Not Set Precedent for China to Move on Taiwan

CCP-Linked Billionaire to Be Subpoenaed in Probe of Leftist Protests in US

China Warned as US Acts in Its Own Hemisphere: Retired Brig. Gen. Stilwell

US Strikes in Venezuela Not Blueprint for China and Taiwan: Experts

Juliet Song is an international correspondent exclusively covering China news for NTD. She primarily contributes to NTD's "China in Focus," covering U.S.-China relations, the Chinese regime's human rights abuses, and domestic unrest inside China.

Juliet Song

Did US Ask Venezuela to Kick Out China? White House Responds

Business News

What States Raise Minimum Wages in 2026? Here's the List

Trump Calls for One-Year Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates at 10 Percent

Science &amp; Tech

Bipartisan Lawmakers Scrutinize China Deal to Acquire Roomba Parent, iRobot

ExxonMobil Considers Venezuela Return as Chevron Plans Immediate Production Increase

Stefania Cox is an NTD News anchor and national correspondent based at the network's global headquarters in New York City. Stefania anchors "NTD Newsroom," and co-anchors "NTD News Today" weekdays at 10:00 am ET.

Stefania Cox

Courts

Supreme Court

Supreme Court Issues No Ruling on Major Tariff Case: Analysis

Don Ma is an anchor and senior business correspondent based at the network's global headquarters in New York City. Don is the anchor and producer of NTD's "Business Matters," which airs weekdays at 4:30 pm ET.

Don Ma

US Labor Market Reasonably Solid Despite Modest Jobs Gain: Economic Analyst

Rob Sabo has worked as a business journalist for nearly two decades and covers a broad range of business topics for The Epoch Times.


Rob Sabo

Mortgage Rates Slip Below 6 Percent for First Time Since August 2022

Mari Otsu is NTD's White House correspondent based in Washington. 

Mari Otsu

Trump Says Oil Companies Will Spend $100 Billion in Venezuela

Evgenia Filimianova is a UK-based journalist covering a wide range of national stories, with a particular interest in UK politics, parliamentary proceedings and socioeconomic issues.


Evgenia Filimianova

Musk’s xAI Plans $20 Billion Mississippi Data Center in Largest Investment in State History

Cary Dunst

Entertainment News

Biblical Animated Film 'David' Sets Box Office Record

Celebrity News

Veteran Actor T.K. Carter, Known for 'The Thing' and 'Punky Brewster,' Dies at 69

Bodybuilder and 'Scary Movie' Actress Jayne Trcka Dead at 62

Grateful Dead Founding Member Bob Weir Dies at 78

America's Test Kitchen Star Elle Simone Scott Dies at 49 From Ovarian Cancer

Trump's Granddaughter Kai Announces Wrist Surgery Following LPGA Debut

California

Nick Reiner's Arraignment Postponed After Lawyer Quits

Warner Bros. Rejects Paramount Takeover Again

CPB Formally Shutters After Losing Funding From Congress

CNN Newsource offers live, breaking and topical content. 

CNN Newsource

Evangeline Lilly Says She Has Brain Damage After Hitting Her Head on Rock

Jacki Thrapp is an Emmy® Award-winning journalist based in Nashville. She previously worked at The New York Post, Fox News Channel and has written a series of Off-Broadway musicals in NYC. Contact her at jacki.thrapp@epochtimes.us

Jacki Thrapp

Federal Appeals Court Sides With Paramount in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Copyright Lawsuit

Sports News

Dave Martin is NTD's Senior Sports Reporter and sports analysist. He also hosts "Data Hub" segments during NTD's special election coverage, "The Nation Decides."

Dave Martin

NFL Playoffs Begin With 6 Games This Weekend

US Snowboarder Chloe Kim Injured Ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

Washington QB Williams Reverses Course, Won't Transfer

NFL's Black Monday Continues: Dolphins Fire Head Coach

NFL's TV Viewership Highest since 1989

Former Texas Star Jordan Shipley in Critical Condition After Ranch Fire

Harbaugh, Ravens Part Ways After 18 Seasons

One-Month Countdown to 2026 Winter Olympics Begins

Andrew Thomas is a reporter for NTD News primarily covering business, the economy, and technology. 

Andrew Thomas

Scotland’s Ailsa Craig Island Turns Granite Into Curling Stones

Olympic Skateboarder Nyjah Huston Suffers Skull, Eye Socket Fractures After Accident

Weather

Above-Average Temperatures Promised Across Much of the US

Rain Continues in Parts of California Reeling From Flooding and High Tides

Heavy Rain, High Tides Cause Flooding Along Stretch of Northern California

Lake Effect Snow Blankets New York, While Flash Flooding Risk Persists in California

Cold and Wet Weather to Impact New Year’s Eve Celebrations Coast to Coast

Midwest Hit With More Extreme Cold After Winter Storm

Christina Corona is a California-based reporter for NTD News. She primarily covers California news, politics, and entertainment.  

Christina Corona

Winter Storm Packing Snow and Strong Winds Descends on Great Lakes, Northeast

Alice Tang

Programs

We present news that is truthful and based on facts, outside of the political fog. Instead of focusing on the negative things happening around us, our mission is to give our viewers a good morning with empathetic and uplifting stories. Our aim is to provide an antidote to negativity by shining a light on the best side of people. We speak to inspiring people who positively impact communities, pursue topics that represent our common human values, and will never miss an opportunity to bring you heartwarming stories.

NTD Good Morning

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (Dec. 30)

How Bomb Cyclones Form and Create Dangerous Conditions

Bomb Cyclone Brings Blizzards to the Midwest Before Turning East

Big Budget Decisions for States in 2026 as Medicaid, SNAP, and Taxes Change Under 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

Massive Ocean Sunfish Washes Ashore in San Diego, Captivating Surfers and Beachgoers

Sam Wang is a Washington correspondent for NTD News based in Washington, D.C. Sam covers politics on Capitol Hill, and U.S.-China relations. 

Sam Wang

What the People Say: What Are Your New Year's Resolutions?

Social Security

7 Ways Social Security Is Changing for Millions of Americans in 2026

2026 Social Security Payment Dates and Benefits Increase

SNAP

New SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy by 5 States Begin Jan. 1

Health News

Be Open-Minded, Follow Narrative to the Truth: Dr. Marc Siegel Discusses His Book 'The Miracles Among Us'

John Rigolizzo is a writer from South Jersey. He previously wrote for the Daily Caller, Daily Wire, Campus Reform, and the America First Policy Institute.


John Rigolizzo

Some Social Security Beneficiaries to Receive Payments on New Year's Eve

Madalina Kilroy is a photojournalist for The Epoch Times, based in Washington, DC. She covers the White House and Capitol Hill. She has traveled extensively to cover the 2024 election.

Madalina Kilroy

Breaking news and in-depth analysis from the United States and beyond. We bring you the latest updates, exclusive insights, and sharp discussions on the most pressing issues. NTD Newsroom airs Monday–Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

White House Photographer Shares Top Snapshots of 2025

Luis Eduardo Martinez is a correspondent for NTD News based in Washington. He holds a master’s degree in International Relations and Democratic Politics from the University of Westminster in London, England.

Luis Eduardo Martinez

News with integrity, from the U.S. and around the world. Focused reports and analyses that shed light on major issues the world deserves to know. NTD Evening News airs daily at 6 p.m. ET.