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US pushes sale of ammunition to Israel, bypasses review

The US State Department approved the sale of 13,000 rounds of tank ammunition to Israel, bypassing Congress in its review process that is required for arms sales to foreign nations, The New York Times reported, citing a State Department official.

2023-12-10T03:44:43.756834+00:00 IST

University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill resigns

In an email to university alumni, Board of Trustees Chair Scott Bok stated, "I write to share that President Liz Magill has voluntarily tendered her resignation as President of the University of Pennsylvania."

2023-12-09T23:31:40.644396+00:00 IST

Biden’s approval ratings hit new low, new poll puts Trumps ahead

In the run-up to the US presidential polls, a new national Wall Street Journal poll has placed former President Donald Trump 'narrowly ahead' of President Je Biden in a hypothetical 2024 rematch, CNN reported.

2023-12-09T18:04:30.418571+00:00 IST

US: Texas Supreme Court blocks pregnant woman from abortion

The Texas Supreme Court temporarily blocked a pregnant woman from obtaining an emergency abortion even though her foetus was diagnosed with a 'fatal genetic condition', CNN reported.

2023-12-09T17:03:55.885098+00:00 IST

Harvard president apologizes for not condemning Jewish genocide

Harvard University President Claudine Gay apologized for her response during a congressional hearing where she failed to 'explicitly condemn' calls for genocide against the Jewish people, CNN reported.

2023-12-09T16:10:13.433146+00:00 IST

Saudi Foreign Minister, US Secy Blinken discuss Gaza situation

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held discussions with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington, DC to discuss the Israel-Hamas war

2023-12-09T07:05:02.549340+00:00 IST

Jaipur Foot US announces special camp in Ahmedabad

The world-famous Jaipur Foot Artificial Limb Fitment announced a special camp to provide free prosthetics to the differently abled in Ahmedabad, the capital city of Gujarat.

2023-12-09T03:23:43.060281+00:00 IST

US: Ex-police chief gets 11 yrs prison for role in Capitol attack

Alan Hostetter, 59, received the 135-month sentence on Thursday (local time) from US District Judge Royce C Lamberth for his role in the Capitol riot.

2023-12-09T02:42:23.577847+00:00 IST

EU lawmakers agree on artificial intelligence laws

The legislation imposes a ban on harmful AI practices "considered to be a clear threat to people's safety, livelihoods and rights."

2023-12-09T01:42:07.347745+00:00 IST

US FDA approves two gene therapies for sickle cell disease

The US Food and Drug Administration approved two gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease (SCD) in patients aged 12 years and above.

2023-12-09T00:27:42.909734+00:00 IST

US vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

The US on Friday (local time) vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution on Gaza calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

2023-12-08T22:50:36.412318+00:00 IST

US does not support calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Robert A Wood, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States to the UN, said that his country does not support calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as it "would only plant the seeds for the next war."

2023-12-08T20:00:30.006280+00:00 IST

US forces ready to address threats from Afghanistan: White House 

The White House said that US military personnel are ready to address any potential threats to the US arising from Afghanistan.

2023-12-08T17:09:44.930848+00:00 IST

US discussing postwar scenario in Gaza with Palestinian Authority

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, US officials are discussing the post-war Gaza governance plans with the Palestinian Authority along with regional allies, CNN reported.

2023-12-08T16:56:15.262995+00:00 IST

Accused student to be sentenced in 2021 Michigan school shooting

A 15-year-old sophomore student, Ethan Crumbley, who was arrested for killing four of his classmates in the 2021 Michigan school shooting, is scheduled to be sentenced on Friday, as reported by ABC News.

2023-12-08T13:11:07.100522+00:00 IST

Fourth GOP: Republicans slam Vivek Ramaswamy over debate

After the fourth GOP debate in Alabama, Republicans criticised Vivek Ramaswamy for his combative demeanour.

2023-12-08T11:08:40.482426+00:00 IST

Hunter Biden faces 9 criminal charges in federal tax case

The charges, which include failure to file and pay taxes, evasion of assessment, and false or fraudulent tax return, allege that Biden engaged in a four-year scheme to avoid paying at least USD 1.4 million in taxes from 2016 to 2019.

2023-12-08T08:16:53.714143+00:00 IST

Texas judge allows court-ordered abortion amid state's strict ban

The decision, issued on Thursday (local time), stands out as a crucial development in the ongoing discourse surrounding the state's stringent ban on abortions post-six weeks, recognised as one of the most restrictive nationwide.

2023-12-08T06:54:15.717060+00:00 IST

Indian activist Nikhil Dey named Intl Anti-Corruption Champion

Indian social activist Nikhil Dey has been named an International Anti-Corruption Champion by the US State Department.

2023-12-08T05:45:31.556609+00:00 IST

Canada doubles student visa financial onus to curb frauds

Miller also issued a stern warning, threatening to "significantly limit visas" if provinces and educational institutions fail to take appropriate actions before the upcoming fall term.

2023-12-08T04:42:56.218335+00:00 IST

New York: Garba's inclusion in UNESCO's list celebrated

The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) NY-NJ-CT-NE along with support from a host of community organisations and the Consulate General of India NY, held a commemorative Garba celebration at the 'Crossroads of the World', Times Square.

2023-12-08T04:08:08.661039+00:00 IST