United States of America: News
06 Aug 2020
ReutersLebanon: Bride, whose wedding video captured Beirut's explosion, recalls horror
On Tuesday, when Lebanon's capital Beirut was jolted by a catastrophic explosion, US-based doctor, Israa Seblani, was getting herself filmed in her white dress. Her wedding video captured parts of the blast, that overturned cars and shook buildings miles away from the seaside city.
06 Aug 2020
Donald TrumpDonald Trump or Joe Biden: Who is leading the polls?
The upcoming United States Presidential elections are slated to be held on November 3, where Republican President Donald Trump will run against the Democratic nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden.
06 Aug 2020
XNewsBytes Briefing: Facebook, Twitter remove Trump's misleading post, and more
In the updates since last night, both Facebook and Twitter launched a crackdown on a misleading post from US President Donald Trump.
05 Aug 2020
Walt Disney'Mulan' to stream on Disney+, but there is a catch
Disney's live-action film Mulan is one of the most awaited flicks of 2020. And now, the entertainment giant has decided to release it online due to the coronavirus pandemic.
05 Aug 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: One death every 15 seconds; toll crosses 7 lakh
Over seven months after the coronavirus outbreak first emerged, the global death toll has crossed seven lakh. The total number of cases stands at 18.5 million.
05 Aug 2020
GoogleGoogle might owe you $12 cash settlement: How to claim
If you ever used Google+, the now-dead social networking service launched by Google to take on Facebook, you might be entitled to a $12 cash settlement from the internet giant.
05 Aug 2020
Narendra ModiExplosion jolts Lebanese capital Beirut, over 70 killed, thousands injured
Lebanon slipped into mourning after a massive explosion ripped capital Beirut apart, killing at least 78 and injuring nearly 4,000 people on Tuesday.
04 Aug 2020
World Health OrganizationWhatsApp's new feature will help you fact-check forwarded messages
In a bid to curb the spread of misinformation, WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to check whether a text received on the messaging service is actually true or not.
04 Aug 2020
ResearchCoronavirus: US scientists identify possible treatment for SARS-CoV-2
A study in the United States has found a potential therapeutic treatment for COVID-19, the viral disease that has afflicted over 18 million worldwide.
04 Aug 2020
World Health OrganizationCoronavirus: Who will be first in line for the vaccine?
Amid global expedited efforts to develop a vaccine against the novel coronavirus, experts are debating who should be the first to be vaccinated.
04 Aug 2020
IndiaTrump's new order on H-1B visa hiring setback for Indians
US President Donald Trump, a strong advocate of "America First," on Monday signed an executive order barring federal agencies from hiring foreign technology workers, mainly those on H-1B visas.
03 Aug 2020
GooglePixel 4a with Snapdragon 730G chipset launched at Rs. 26,000
US tech giant Google has finally launched its much-anticipated handset, the Pixel 4a.
02 Aug 2020
General MotorsAhead of launch in late-2020, GMC Hummer EV off-roader previewed
Ahead of its launch later this year, US automaker General Motors has previewed the upcoming Hummer EV.
02 Aug 2020
IndiaAfter India's ban, questions loom over TikTok's fate in America
A month ago, India banned TikTok, citing concerns over data security and deeming the app prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity, and defense of India, as well as security of the state and public order.
01 Aug 2020
Delhi High CourtHC clears Disney's plea for banning 118 pirated animation domains
In a new development, Delhi High Court recently accepted a plea filed by Disney Enterprises to ban 118 pirated domains, that stream animation illegally.
31 Jul 2020
SpaceXKuiper constellation: Amazon gets approval to provide internet from space
After e-commerce, web services, entertainment, Amazon is set to take on Elon Musk's SpaceX in the booming "internet-from-space" category.
31 Jul 2020
TechnologyAn AI just predicted what makes a successful relationship
The key to a successful relationship is never easy to understand.
31 Jul 2020
World Health OrganizationYoung people not entirely safe from coronavirus, WHO reiterates
With the seventh month of battling the coronavirus pandemic over, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday repeated that guard can't be let down and blamed the younger population for driving the surge in some countries, adding that they aren't "invincible."
30 Jul 2020
Donald TrumpTrump suggests delaying 2020 US Presidential elections over mail-in voting
United States President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested delaying the upcoming Presidential elections until people can "properly, securely and safely" vote.
30 Jul 2020
Donald TrumpThe Lincoln Project: The conservative group pushing for Trump's ouster
United States President Donald Trump has many critics, and he only seems to have gained more due to his administration's handling of the coronavirus outbreak.
30 Jul 2020
Space NewsNASA launches rover to find 'ancient Martian life'
In a major development, US space agency NASA has launched a robotic rover to Mars.
30 Jul 2020
Emmy AwardsNo surprises here! Emmys will go virtual, courtesy coronavirus pandemic
Emmy Awards 2020, one of the most awaited entertainment nights, will be held virtually, the producers of the show announced.
30 Jul 2020
F9From theaters to streaming platforms: AMC, Universal ink game-changing deal
AMC Theaters and Universal Pictures have buried the hatchet to sign a deal that allows the studio's films to jump to streaming platforms after just 17 days or three weeks of theater run.
29 Jul 2020
XNewsBytes Briefing: Big Tech goes on trial today, and more
In the updates since last evening, the Big Tech CEOs, who are set to appear for an antitrust Congressional hearing, released their opening statements, reiterating that they are good for America's economy and not a monopolistic force.
29 Jul 2020
Indian Air ForceChina's celebrated fighter jet toothless compared to Rafale: Ex-IAF Chief
With the airbase in Ambala prepared to welcome five Rafale jets, the former chief of Indian Air Force (IAF), BS Dhanoa has hailed the "game changing jets," saying that China's J-20 doesn't even come close to the fresh dispatch from France.
28 Jul 2020
XAfter weeks of drama, Kim meets Kanye in Wyoming
After weeks of confusion and drama, Kim Kardashian West has finally reunited with her husband, rap star Kanye West in Wyoming.
28 Jul 2020
XTwitter contractors spied on celebrities like Beyonce
As Twitter continues to draw flak for the recent hack of several high profile accounts through its internal tools, Bloomberg has published a report highlighting another major skeleton in the company's closet.
27 Jul 2020
NIAIDModerna's COVID-19 vaccine goes into final human trial stage
In a major development, the COVID-19 vaccine developed by biotech giant Moderna Therapeutics has gone into the third and final stage of clinical human trials.
27 Jul 2020
FacebookNewsBytes Briefing: Google sued for shady practices, and more
Over the weekend, another case was added to the list of lawsuits against Google.
26 Jul 2020
XAfter divorce rant, Kanye West apologizes to Kim Kardashian
American rap star Kanye West has issued a public apology to his wife, reality television star Kim Kardashian West, for talking in public about matters that he now says should have remained private.
25 Jul 2020
ResearchStudy identifies 21 existing drugs that could treat COVID-19
A recent study identified 21 existing drugs that could be used to treat COVID-19. The drugs can notably stop the replication of SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, the study found.
25 Jul 2020
XGarmin suffers massive outage, leaving fitness devices disconnected
GPS tech provider Garmin has been hit by a massive outage.
25 Jul 2020
BMWBMW unveils limited-run 'Dark Shadow' variant of its X7 SUV
German automaker BMW has unveiled a limited-run 'Dark Shadow' variant of its X7 SUV. Only 500 units of the special model will be manufactured at the company's Spartanburg factory in the US starting next month.
24 Jul 2020
FacebookNewsBytes Briefing: Russia accused of testing satellite-destroying technology, and more
In a strange piece of news, Russia has been accused of testing "what would appear to be [an] actual in-orbit anti-satellite weaponry," BBC reported.
24 Jul 2020
Land RoverLand Rover Defender-based NAS-E electric SUV unveiled
Land Rover's tuner Twisted has launched a limited-run all-electric SUV based on the original Defender available in the US.
23 Jul 2020
H-1B VisaGreen Card waitlist over 195 years for Indians: US Senator
An Indian national hoping for a Green Card would have to wait for over 195 years, said a top United States Senator.
23 Jul 2020
Space NewsChina just launched a rover and orbiter to Mars
Merely days after the UAE, China has also started its journey to Mars.
23 Jul 2020
SamsungSamsung launches another foldable phone (not in India)
South Korean tech giant Samsung has finally launched its much-anticipated foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, in the US.
23 Jul 2020
United KingdomCoronavirus: Could this drug be the treatment we're looking for?
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread across the world, the search for a treatment or cure remains on.
23 Jul 2020
XKim Kardashian opens up on Kanye's struggle with bipolar disorder
Kim Kardashian West on Wednesday addressed growing concerns over her husband, rap star Kanye West's mental health, asking fans and media to show compassion and empathy toward their family.
