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Federal government to cover six months of wildfire costs: Biden

Following the devastating wildfires in California, US President Joe Biden announced that the federal government will cover the costs of measures to protect lives and property in Southern California for six months.

2025-01-10T03:11:56.129542+00:00 IST

US House passes bill to sanction ICC over Israeli PM Netanyahu, G

The US House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to arrest warrants issued for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-01-10T00:45:42.108019+00:00 IST

All living former presidents present at Jimmy Carter's funeral

The National Funeral Service for former President Jimmy Carter has commenced at the Washington National Cathedral

2025-01-09T15:47:13.831025+00:00 IST

We’re prepared to do anything: Joe Biden on California wildfires

In response to the wildfires in Southern California, US President Joe Biden pledged federal support for relief and recovery efforts.

2025-01-09T04:22:44.275825+00:00 IST

Death toll rises to five in California wildfires

The death toll has risen to five following devastating wildfires that swept through Southern California, fuelled by dry and windy conditions, according to a report by The New York Times.

2025-01-09T03:19:47.002110+00:00 IST

US President-elect Trump blames California Governor for wildfires

Trump said that Newsom wanted to protect a fish called a smelt by giving it less water instead of caring about the people of California.

2025-01-08T21:27:25.925436+00:00 IST

US: At least two people killed in California wildfires

Tens of thousands were evacuated as over 5,000 acres burned in the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood in Los Angeles.

2025-01-08T19:07:23.681503+00:00 IST

Donald Trump requests US Supreme Court to pause sentencing

Trump's attorneys argue that delaying the sentencing is necessary "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the presidency and the operations of the federal government."

2025-01-08T16:13:23.606782+00:00 IST

Rayhan E Asat appeals to Elon Musk for support

In a recent post on the social media platform X, Rayhan urged her followers to pressure Musk, known for his advocacy for free speech and innovation, to speak out about her brother's unjust detention.

2025-01-08T13:33:40.861347+00:00 IST

Thousands evacuate as California wildfires rage

A series of rapidly growing wildfires in Southern California have forced tens of thousands to evacuate their homes. Fires, including the Palisades fire, have burned thousands of acres, while high winds and extreme conditions complicate firefighting efforts.

2025-01-08T10:00:34.938181+00:00 IST

"Greenland loves America," says Trump Jr

In a post on Truth Social Trump Jr posted a picture of himself holding the American flag alongside a group of people in Greenland wearing MAGA hats.

2025-01-08T03:39:26.698298+00:00 IST

Trump refuses to rule out use of force to control Greenland

The remarks also come at a time when the President-elect's son Donald Trump Jr is visiting Greenland in what was described as a private visit.

2025-01-08T03:21:46.606178+00:00 IST

Trump warns "all hell will break out" if hostages not released

Trump warned that "all hell will break out in the Middle East" if hostages held by Hamas in Gaza are not released by his inauguration on January 20.

2025-01-08T01:27:02.485755+00:00 IST

New York court rejects Trump's request to postpone sentencing

On Tuesday, Trump had requested to stay the proceedings in the hush money case - including his sentencing scheduled for Friday, while he appeals his conviction after Judge Juan Merchan rejected his demand to stop the sentencing.

2025-01-08T00:12:18.475224+00:00 IST

Trump won’t rule out military force for Panama Canal, Greenland

While addressing a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Tuesday (local time), Trump was asked whether he would rule out using "military or economic coercion" to achieve his goal of gaining those territories.

2025-01-07T21:53:31.631265+00:00 IST

Judge blocks release of special counsel's final report on Trump

Her order stops Smith and the Justice Department from releasing the report until the 11th US Circuit Court of Appeals has time to review the emergency motion by Trump's codefendants to block the report's release.

2025-01-07T21:21:55.883789+00:00 IST

US President Joe Biden praises Canadian PM Justin Trudeau

Biden said that the alliance between the US and Canada is stronger due to Trudeau.

2025-01-07T20:39:26.079869+00:00 IST

Calls for justice intensify over imprisonment of Ekpar Asat

On the birthday of Ekpar Asat, the founder of the Uyghur-language website Baghdax, his sister Rayhan E Asat, a human rights lawyer, renewed calls for his release, highlighting the continued injustice he faces in Chinese detention camps.

2025-01-07T08:22:37.058003+00:00 IST

Janet Yellen raises issues of China’s non-market policies

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Monday engaged in discussions on macroeconomic developments in both nations. Yellen during her discussions also addressed several US concerns, including China's non-market policies.

2025-01-07T07:09:17.807096+00:00 IST

Sullivan, Doval emphasise joint efforts in technology development

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Monday met with his Indian counterpart, Ajit Doval, with discussions focused on fostering joint production and development of strategic technologies to deliver "secure, reliable, and cost-competitive" technology solutions for global challenges.

2025-01-07T04:20:22.991651+00:00 IST

National Sheriffs' Association backs Kash Patel for FBI Director

The National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) has endorsed Kash Patel as the director of the FBI in a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee leaders that also railed against the state of law enforcement under the Biden administration.

2025-01-07T03:48:59.966488+00:00 IST