United States of America: News
15 Mar 2024
Joe BidenFCC redefines broadband speeds, 25Mbps/3Mbps is no longer standard
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has redefined "broadband" to mean download speeds of 100Mbps and upload speeds of 20Mbps.
14 Mar 2024
TexasMan who spent 70 years inside an iron lung dies
Paul Alexander, who spent the past seven decades in an iron lung and defied expectations by becoming an author and a lawyer, died on Monday aged 78 at a Dallas hospital in Texas, United States (US).
13 Mar 2024
IndiaUS needs highly qualified professionals from India, says Congressman
Pennsylvania Congressman Matt Cartwright has voiced support for eliminating the 7% country quota on Green Cards, acknowledging the importance of highly skilled professionals from India.
12 Mar 2024
CanadaThe Body Shop shuts down US operations, files for bankruptcy
The Body Shop, a UK-based cosmetics company, has revealed plans to shut down its US operations and file for bankruptcy.
12 Mar 2024
HaitiHaiti's 'unelected' PM Ariel Henry resigns amid gang violence
Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry, on Tuesday, stepped down from his position amid violence and pressure from regional leaders.
12 Mar 2024
InsuranceDrivers concerned as automakers share driving data with insurance companies
Automobile manufacturers, including General Motors, are sharing detailed driving data of their consumers with insurance companies.
11 Mar 2024
Haiti'Cannibal' gang plunges Haiti into 'state of emergency'
Haiti has descended into anarchy as gangs continue to terrorize the Caribbean nation.
11 Mar 2024
Pakistan NewsIndia sharply cuts arms imports from Russia
India has significantly reduced the import of Russian weapons despite rising tensions with Pakistan and China, The Times of India reported, citing a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
11 Mar 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuIsrael-Hamas war: Netanyahu vows to invade Rafah, defying Biden's warning
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly standing by his decision to invade Rafah, a city on the Gaza Strip's southern border controlled by the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.
10 Mar 2024
New York CityIndian woman with 'bipolar disorder' goes missing in New York
An Indian woman, suffering from biploar disorder, has reportedly gone missing in New York City, United States (US), and the police are seeking information from the public to help locate her.
10 Mar 2024
Narendra ModiIndia's intervention made Russia abandon nuclear strikes on Ukraine: Report
India and China might have played a key role in preventing Russia from using nuclear weapons in 2022 during its war with Ukraine, CNN reported, citing United States (US) officials.
09 Mar 2024
JapanUS presses allies for stronger chip Curbs on China
The United States is urging Japan and the Netherlands to broaden their restrictions on semiconductor-related exports to China.
09 Mar 2024
KhalistaniWell-coordinated: Video of Hardeep Nijjar's killing in Canada surfaces
A video allegedly showing the assassination of Khalistani leader and Indian-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, on June 18, 2023, has emerged.
09 Mar 2024
Israel5 Palestinians killed in Gaza airdrop accident; US denies involvement
At least five people were killed and 10 others injured after a humanitarian aid airdrop malfunctioned in Gaza, according to reports.
08 Mar 2024
ChinaUS Army analyst arrested for selling military secrets to China
A United States (US) Army intelligence analyst was apprehended on Thursday for allegedly selling national defense data to China, the Justice Department stated in an official release.
07 Mar 2024
CancerClinique, Proactiv, Clearasil acne products found to contain cancer-causing chemical
Independent testing laboratory Valisure has found high levels of benzene, a chemical causing cancer, in acne treatments from brands like Proactiv, Target's Up & Up, and Estee Lauder's Clinique.
07 Mar 2024
Health & WellnessThis Miami luxury resort offers sleep wellness with smart technology
Sleeping will be a unique experience in this luxury resort.
07 Mar 2024
SpaceXSpaceX sued by employee for allegedly promoting serial sexual abuse
A SpaceX employee, named Michelle Dopak, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
06 Mar 2024
AMDAMD faces US roadblock in AI chip sales to China
US officials have informed Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) that their artificial intelligence (AI) chip, designed for the Chinese market, is too powerful to be sold without a license.
06 Mar 2024
Elon MuskDonald Trump meets Elon Musk for potential presidential campaign support
On Sunday, former US President Donald Trump met with Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of EV maker Tesla.
06 Mar 2024
Joe Biden'Super Tuesday': Trump, Biden projected to win several state primaries
United States President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have emerged victorious in all of their respective party contests so far, as ballot counting continues on the crucial US election day—"Super Tuesday."
05 Mar 2024
IsraelCentre's advisory to Indians in Israel after Kerala man's death
Following the death of a Kerala man in an anti-tank missile attack in Israel, the Indian Embassy has advised Indians residing in the country to move to "safer locations."
05 Mar 2024
Joe BidenExplained: 'Super Tuesday' likely to kick off Biden-Trump rematch
The United States (US) residents in millions will come out to vote on "Super Tuesday," the day in the presidential primary cycle when most states hold party nominating contests.
05 Mar 2024
LebanonIsrael: Kerala man killed in missile attack from Lebanon
An Indian man was killed, while two others were injured after an anti-tank missile from Lebanon struck an orchard close to Israel's northern border community in Margaliot on Monday, PTI reported.
04 Mar 2024
Donald TrumpUS: SC rejects attempts to disqualify Trump from state primaries
The United States (US)'s Supreme Court on Monday rejected attempts to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the state primary ballots.
03 Mar 2024
HamasCeasefire in Gaza possible within 24-48 hours: Hamas
A top Hamas official said on Sunday that a ceasefire in Gaza could be reached within "24 to 48 hours" if Israel agrees to the Palestinian terror group's demands, according to AFP.
03 Mar 2024
TaiwanStop bullying: Taiwan responds to China objecting Taipei official's interview
After the Chinese embassy in India objected to an interview of Taiwanese Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu conducted by an Indian news outlet, Taiwan slammed China for dictating how its neighbors operate.
02 Mar 2024
MissouriIndia responds to Kolkata dancer Amarnath Ghosh's murder in US
The Indian government on Saturday announced that it has taken up the murder case of renowned Kuchipudi dancer Amarnath Ghosh with St. Louis Police for investigation.
02 Mar 2024
Joe BidenUS military to airdrop humanitarian aid into Gaza, says Biden
United States (US) President Joe Biden on Friday said the US military would airdrop food and other supplies into Gaza to address the humanitarian crisis and potential famine, Reuters reported.
01 Mar 2024
IsraelBelgian Malinois: Special Forces' top pick
Belgian Malinois are deemed the most intelligent canines due to their independence, problem-solving abilities, quick responsiveness, and adeptness at reading humans.
01 Mar 2024
Federal Bureau of InvestigationFBI using push notifications to track criminals: Here's how
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is employing push notifications to track down suspects involved in serious crimes like child abuse, kidnapping, terrorism, and murder.
01 Mar 2024
CybercrimesUnitedHealth identifies Blackcat as culprit in healthcare cyber attack
Health insurance provider UnitedHealth has pinpointed the cybercriminal group 'Blackcat' as the culprit behind a cyber attack on Change Healthcare, according to Reuters.
01 Mar 2024
MetaMeta to stop paying news publishers on Facebook: Here's why
Meta has revealed plans to phase out the Facebook News tab in the US and Australia by April 2024.
29 Feb 2024
RussiaIndia seeks alternative oil exporters amid US sanctions on Russia
India's crude oil trade with Russia is facing challenges due to stricter enforcement of US sanctions, causing refineries to explore alternative suppliers, as reported by The Economic Times.
29 Feb 2024
WorldUS: Idaho execution delayed after failed lethal injection attempts
The execution of 73-year-old serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech was halted in Idaho, United States (US) after medics failed to give him a lethal injection.
29 Feb 2024
Navi MumbaiEx-Intel India head hit by speeding cab while cycling, dies
Avtar Saini, a renowned chip designer and former Intel India country head, was killed after a cab hit him while he was cycling on Palm Beach Road in Navi Mumbai.
29 Feb 2024
CryptocurrencyCryptocurrency exchange Gemini to return $1.1 billion to customers
Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange co-founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has agreed to return a minimum of $1.1 billion to its customers.
27 Feb 2024
TexasTexas sues Pornhub for alleged age verification law violation
Texas's Attorney General Ken Paxton is taking legal action against Pornhub's parent company, alleging that it has broken the state's age verification law.
27 Feb 2024
CybercrimesBlackcat ransomware gang responsible for pharmacy outage in US
The 'Blackcat' ransomware gang is allegedly responsible for a recent cyberattack on UnitedHealth's tech division, Change Healthcare.
26 Feb 2024
Union Home MinistryAmid Pannun case, India-US to hold security talks this week
A government delegation of the United States (US) will be in India on Wednesday for the Homeland Security Dialogue (HSD) with officials of the Union Home Ministry.
