United States of America: News
06 Sep 2024
Facebook'Adults failed him...': Family of Georgia school shooter opposes arrest
The family of a 14-year-old boy charged with murdering two classmates and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia, United States, has spoken out against his arrest.
06 Sep 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningUS, UK, EU sign treaty to regulate AI systems globally
The US, the UK, the European Union, and several other nations have signed an international treaty on artificial intelligence (AI).
06 Sep 2024
ChinaUS restricts exports of quantum computing, chip-making tech to China
The Biden administration has introduced new export controls on crucial technologies such as quantum computing and semiconductor goods.
04 Sep 2024
IndiaIndia's climate finance contributions surpassed Ireland, Portugal in 2022: Report
India has made significant strides in climate finance, contributing $1.28 billion via multilateral development banks (MDBs) in 2022.
04 Sep 2024
RobotsWatch: Cornell University engineers use mushrooms to control robots
An interdisciplinary team of engineers from Cornell University in the US, has successfully used mushrooms to operate a robot, according to a recent study.
04 Sep 2024
GoogleAndroid phones can now detect earthquakes in all US states
Google is expanding its Android Earthquake Alerts system to all 50 states in the US, and six US territories.
01 Sep 2024
AppleUS opposes Canada's new tax that could cost Apple billions
The US Trade Representative has expressed opposition to Canada's proposed Digital Services Tax (DST), which could potentially cost tech giants like Apple and Google billions.
30 Aug 2024
JaguarJaguar recalls I-Pace electric SUVs over fire risk
Jaguar has issued a recall for its I-Pace electric SUV in North America, due to a potential fire risk associated with the vehicle's batteries.
29 Aug 2024
FordAfter Harley-Davidson, Ford pumps brakes on DEI initiatives
Ford is reassessing its commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
28 Aug 2024
WorldWoman leaves infant in hot car to go horseback riding
A 40-year-old woman from Nebraska in United States, Cara Dugan, is facing charges of child abuse after allegedly leaving her three-month-old baby unattended in a hot car.
27 Aug 2024
TelegramUS behind Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest, says Russian lawmaker
Pavel Durov, the Russian-born founder and CEO of messaging platform Telegram, was arrested in France over the weekend.
27 Aug 2024
AdobeOpenAI, Adobe, Microsoft want all companies to label AI-generated content
OpenAI, Adobe, and Microsoft have expressed their support for a California bill that mandates the labeling of AI-generated content.
25 Aug 2024
Science and TechnologyUS scientists develop new superconductor material for quantum computing
A team of US-based scientists has made a significant breakthrough in the field of superconductors, with potential implications for quantum computing.
24 Aug 2024
CognizantCognizant sues Infosys over alleged theft of trade secrets
Cognizant, a leading information technology (IT) firm, has filed a lawsuit against Infosys in a US federal court.
23 Aug 2024
Sidhu Moose WalaPakistani doctor offers tips on 'how to communicate' with Indians
A video created by a Pakistani doctor, Maryum Fatima, on how to communicate with Indians across the border has gained significant online traction.
22 Aug 2024
BeyonceBeyoncé threatens cease-and-desist to Trump over unauthorized use of song
Beyoncé has reportedly threatened to send a cease-and-desist letter to the Trump campaign over the unauthorized use of her song Freedom.
21 Aug 2024
TeslaTesla recalls 9,000 Model X SUVs over defective roof trim
Tesla has issued a recall for 9,136 units of its Model X SUV in the US, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
21 Aug 2024
CaliforniaTesla's electric truck just crashed and kept burning for hours
A Tesla Semi truck was involved in a serious accident on a California highway earlier this week.
20 Aug 2024
WorldWhat's the 'slapped cheek' virus that's spreading in the US
The health officials in the United States have issued a warning about an increase in infections caused by the respiratory virus, parvovirus B19, also known as the "slapped cheek" virus.
20 Aug 2024
Donald TrumpUS intelligence says Iran responsible for hacking Trump's presidential campaign
US security agencies have implicated Iran in a recent cyberattack on Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.
19 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningElevenLabs' text-to-speech app goes global with support for 32 languages
ElevenLabs, an AI-based start-up specializing in synthetic voice creation and editing tools, has announced the global launch of its Reader app in 32 languages.
18 Aug 2024
FordUS: Ford recalls 85,000 SUVs over engine fire risk
Ford is recalling around 85,000 Explorer SUVs for the police in the US, because the engines might fail and cause a fire.
18 Aug 2024
IndiaIndia's US securities holdings touch record $241.9B in June
India's holdings of US government securities have reached a record high of $241.9 billion in June.
18 Aug 2024
ChicagoWhy Starbucks is no longer coffee king according to customers
Years ago, many people would spend hours at Starbucks, not just for the coffee and confectionery beverages but also for the inviting atmosphere that made it an ideal location for dates and meetings.
18 Aug 2024
AirbnbAirbnb guests mine cryptocurrency worth ₹84L, leave ₹1.25L electricity bill
A group of Airbnb guests in North Carolina, US, mined cryptocurrency worth over $100,000 (around ₹84 lakh) during their three-week stay at a rental property.
17 Aug 2024
Dark WebUS company admits 3B records were leaked on dark web
National Public Data (NPD), a firm specializing in the resale of personal information for background checks, has confirmed a significant data breach.
14 Aug 2024
NASAWhat are MQ-9B drones that can easily counter Chinese equivalents
India is speeding its efforts to secure a deal with the United States for the acquisition of 31 MQ-9B drones.
14 Aug 2024
Joe Biden'Veep's Julia Louis-Dreyfus to host 8 female governors at DNC
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, the Emmy-winning actor known for her roles in Veep and Seinfeld, will host a panel during the Democratic National Convention (DNC), reportedly.
14 Aug 2024
LawsuitsAvon files for bankruptcy amid lawsuits over cancer-linked talc products
Avon, a once-dominant direct sales firm valued at around $21 billion, has filed for bankruptcy due to 200 lawsuits linking its talc-based products to cancer.
13 Aug 2024
IsraelPreparing for Iran attack on Israel likely this week: US
The United States must be ready for potential "significant" attacks on Israel this week, White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby said on Monday (local time), as tensions in the Middle East remain high.
13 Aug 2024
Donald Trump'Biden's exit was a coup...': Trump tells Musk in interview
Former United States President Donald Trump, in a recent interview with Elon Musk on, said that President Joe Biden was compelled to withdraw from the presidential race due to a "coup."
13 Aug 2024
Donald TrumpMusician's family sues Trump for $3M over unauthorized song use
The family of late soul singer Isaac Hayes has filed a lawsuit against former US President Donald Trump and his campaign for unauthorized use of the hit song Hold On, I'm Coming at Trump's rallies.
12 Aug 2024
TechnologyAT&T under fire for advertising service which doesn't exist
AT&T has been ordered to stop running ads claiming it is already offering cellular coverage from space.
12 Aug 2024
OhioOhio man stabs parents over dispute; mother dies, father critical
A 40-year-old man from Ohio, United States, has been arrested for stabbing his parents over a dispute.
10 Aug 2024
Nuclear FusionUS firm honored for role in first-ever controlled fusion ignition
General Atomics, a US-based company, has been honored with the R&D Team of the Year award at the esteemed R&D 100 Awards.
09 Aug 2024
Paramount PicturesParamount to lay off 15% of its US workforce
Paramount Global, a leading entertainment conglomerate, has announced plans to reduce its US workforce by approximately 15%.
08 Aug 2024
SmartphonesUS is now the largest buyer of India-made smartphones
The United States has overtaken the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the leading importer of smartphones manufactured in India.
08 Aug 2024
Ayatollah Ali KhameneiCan Iran-Israel conflict start World War-III? Ex-Israeli intelligence official comments
The Middle East is teetering on the brink of a major war following the assassinations of Hamas's chief, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran and other terror officials.
07 Aug 2024
ChinaChina inching toward self-reliance in AI chips amid US restrictions
China is making significant progress toward self-sufficiency in the production of artificial intelligence (AI) chips, according to South China Morning Post.
06 Aug 2024
BusinessIGN, Mashable's parent company acquires CNET for over $100 million
Ziff Davis, a leading digital media and internet firm, has announced its acquisition of tech news website CNET from Red Ventures.
