Thomas Keller
Journalist & Contributor
Agriculture Policy Analyst tracking farm bills, rural development, and food safety regulations.
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Driver of Crashed Train in Thailand Tested Positive for Drugs, Raises Concerns Over Safety
A freight train collision with a bus in Bangkok has left eight people dead and dozens injured, with the driver testing positive for drugs, sparking concerns over safety and accountability.
Eurovision 2024: Bulgaria's Dara Takes the Crown, Ukraine Breaks a Record
Bulgarian singer Dara won the top prize at Eurovision 2024, while Ukraine's Kristina Litvina stunned the audience with the longest note ever sung at the contest.
Trump and Boeing Announce China Will Purchase 200 Planes in Major Aviation Deal
The deal would be a significant win for Boeing, which has been struggling to regain ground in the world's largest aviation market.
7 Republicans Voted to Convict Trump. Most Are No Longer in Office.
A dwindling number of Republican lawmakers who voted to convict former President Donald Trump in his impeachment trial are facing the prospect of leaving Congress next year.
Why Were These C.E.O.s in Beijing With Trump?
A look at the motivations behind the presence of America's most powerful C.E.O.s at the Trump-Xi Jinping summit in Beijing.
Oil Prices Waver as Trump Meets China's Xi to Discuss Strait of Hormuz
In a bid to ease tensions in the Middle East, President Trump is set to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to discuss the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway that has been a point of contention between Iran and its allies.
CIA Chief's Unannounced Visit to Cuba: A Shift in US Policy or a Strategic Gamble?
The reported visit of CIA Director William Burns to Havana has sparked speculation about the US government's intentions, as the energy crisis in Cuba worsens.
Trump and Xi Conclude 'Very Successful' Talks, But Few Deals Confirmed
The two-day visit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping has concluded, but the much-anticipated trade breakthroughs remain elusive.
Late Night Pokes Fun at Trump in China
Jimmy Fallon's jokes about President Trump's Temple of Heaven tour with China's leader have sparked a wave of laughter and commentary.
Utah Author's Son Speaks Out on Night of Father's Tragic Death
A son's revelation sheds new light on the events surrounding the 2022 murder of Utah author Kouri Richins.