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Donald Trump’s assassination suspect charged

Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect accused of attempting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump, has been charged with two offences, according to a report by CNN. The charges include possession of a firearm as a convicted felon, and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number.

2024-09-16T18:29:10.580424+00:00 IST

Entrepreneur returns to Earth after historic spacewalk

Gillis, a classically trained violinist, recorded herself performing music from "Star Wars" on her violin. Videos from the performance shows captivativng visuals of Gillis preforming the Rey's theme composed by John Williams "Star Wars: The Force Awakens". Gillis' violin part was synchronized with videos of orchestras performing the song across the world.

2024-09-16T15:56:40.219521+00:00 IST

China releases American pastor sentenced to life term jail

"We welcome David Lin's release from prison in the People's Republic of China. He has returned to the United States and now gets to see his family for the first time in nearly 20 years," said a State Department spokesperson as cited by Al Jazeera.

2024-09-16T05:25:21.693135+00:00 IST

‘Relieved former President is unharmed...': Joe Biden

This comes hours after gunfire was reported near Trump's golf club in West Palm Beach. The former president's campaign declared him 'safe'. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced on Sunday that it "is investigating what appears to be an attempted assassination,"

2024-09-16T02:42:09.469892+00:00 IST

FBI says it's investigating 'attempted assassination' on Trump

The former president was the target of an attempted assassination at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, two months before the afternoon incident at Trump International Golf Club in Florida, which raised questions about the US Secret Service.

2024-09-15T23:39:00.855094+00:00 IST

"I am safe and well" says Trump after shots fired in his vicinity

Following the shooting incident near his Florida Golf Course on Sunday, former US President Donald Trump said that he is absolutely "safe and well."

2024-09-15T22:11:44.629890+00:00 IST

Glad he is safe: VP Harris after shots fired in Trump's vicinity

US Vice President Kamala Harris is 'glad' that former US President Donald Trump is safe after reported gunshots near his Florida golf course on Sunday (local time).

2024-09-15T21:24:22.559226+00:00 IST

Trump campaign says former US President safe following gunshots

Former US President Donald Trump is "safe following gunshots in his vicinity," the Trump Campaign said in a statement on Sunday, according to CNN.

2024-09-15T19:57:22.806432+00:00 IST

Think tank researcher highlights tools employed by China

In a statement presented before the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee headed by US Senator Ben Cardin, Wang said that China's authoritarian regime poses one of the biggest threats to American democracy and security

2024-09-15T14:45:10.159645+00:00 IST

US working on “substantial” round of further aid for Kyiv

While discussions over whether or not Ukrainian forces should be permitted to utilise weaponry provided by the West to launch attacks deeper into Russia go on, the Biden administration said it is getting ready to send a sizable aid package to Ukraine in the upcoming weeks.

2024-09-15T00:27:44.450024+00:00 IST

US lawmakers warns of security risks from Chinese cranes

A recent report from the US Homeland Security Committee and the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has raised concerns about the US's overreliance on Chinese state-owned enterprises, particularly Zhenhua Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (ZPMC), for maritime infrastructure. The investigation revealed potential security risks, including unauthorised access to port equipment and ties between ZPMC and China's military. Lawmakers have stressed the importance of addressing this issue to safeguard US national security.

2024-09-14T18:21:28.759389+00:00 IST

US CENTCOM, Iraqi Security Forces kill 4 ISIS leaders

The CENTCOM and Iraqi Security Forces conducted a partnered raid in Western Iraq that resulted in the death of 14 ISIS operatives on August 29, the statement added

2024-09-14T18:20:11.940375+00:00 IST

Pope Francis terms US elections choice of 'lesser evil'

Pope Francis has labelled the upcoming US presidential election as a choice between the "lesser of two evils," criticizing both Donald Trump's immigration stance and Kamala Harris' support for abortion rights. Speaking from his plane, he urged voters to carefully consider their choices. Francis has been outspoken on political matters, advocating for a broader perspective on issues related to life, including immigration. Despite varied opinions among US Catholics, many continue to support abortion rights across different political affiliations.

2024-09-14T09:56:55.512893+00:00 IST

9/11 memorial unveiled in New Jersey to honour victims, heroes

The solemn ceremony, was attended by over 350 people, including local officials, state senators, assembly members, and first responders. During the event, three key monuments symbolising the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and Flight 93 were unveiled.

2024-09-14T03:16:07.752729+00:00 IST

Sunita Williams eager to vote in US elections from space

Both the astronauts will remain on the international space station as part of the Expedition 71/72 crew and return home in February 2025 aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft with two other crew members on NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 mission.

2024-09-14T03:00:03.897945+00:00 IST

"Maybe, if I got in the right mood...": Trump on another debate

Former US President Donald Trump suggested on Friday that he would reconsider holding a second debate with Vice President Kamala Harris if he got in the right mood, CNN reported.

2024-09-14T01:13:29.839566+00:00 IST

Trump vows "large deportations" from Ohio city

Former President Donald Trump has vowed "large deportations" from Springfield, Ohio, a town that has become a political hotbed as his Republican running mate, JD Vance, disseminated untrue stories alleging that Haitian immigrants eat pets.

2024-09-14T00:33:06.853221+00:00 IST

US accuses Russian state media of 'covert influence activities'

The United States Department of State has hit Russian state media and RT with new sanctions, accusing it of playing key role in carrying out 'covert influence activities' aimed at undermining American elections and democracies.

2024-09-13T23:05:15.354448+00:00 IST

Uyghurs living in US face transnational repression from China

Exiled Uyghur individuals residing in the US are raising complaints that they are facing a rise in incidents of transnational repression. Reportedly, they are being forced into silence by the Chinese government, which is threatening to harm their relatives who still live in East Turkistan.

2024-09-13T15:28:04.044232+00:00 IST

Astronaut Sunita Williams to address Earth from Space Station

Meanwhile, crew of the Polaris Dawn the Elon Musk-led private charted spaceflight created history when they completed the first commercial spacewalk.

2024-09-13T05:37:36.473923+00:00 IST

India has consistently championed cause of Global South

Harish stated that South-South Cooperation offers the potential to build stronger ties among countries of the Global South, fostering mutual growth and addressing shared concerns.

2024-09-13T04:38:54.691260+00:00 IST