Natural disasters, mass shootings and Donald Trump – what made news headlines in the US this year

New York City to require warning labels for sugary food, drinks

The rule requires food businesses with 15 storefronts or more to post a warning icon next to menu items containing at least 50g of added sugar.

US university cancels graduation as Gaza protests spread

The move comes 10 days after administrators said the student valedictorian who had expressed support for Palestinians would not be allowed to speak