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End To Mask Rule Puts Texas Restaurants Stuck In Tough Spot
Texas governor’s has scrapped a mask-wearing mandate. Houston, United States: Sipping coffee at a sidewalk cafe in upscale Houston Heights,…
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Serum’s Adar Poonawalla Warns Of Delays As US Prioritizes Pfizer
Adar Poonawalla is the chief executive officer of the Serum Institute of India Ltd (File) The head of the world’s…
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Biden Calls Decision To End Mask Mandates As “Neanderthal Thinking”
US President Joe Biden slammed “Neanderthal” decisions to drop mask-wearing mandates (File) Washington: US President Joe Biden on Wednesday slammed…
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Rare 15th Century Chinese Bowl Worth $500,000 Found At US Yard Sale
Experts said it was painted for the court of Emperor Yongle, the third emperor of the Ming dynasty New York:…
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Welcome Steps To Return J&K To Full Economic, Political Normalcy: US
US welcomed steps taken by New Delhi to return J&K to full economic and political normalcy Washington: The United States…
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US Police Warn Of “Plot To Breach” Capitol On March 4
The warning comes nearly two months after a deadly riot by Trump supporters shook the Capitol. Washington: Police said Wednesday…
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“Don’t Play With Fire”: Russia On US Sanctions Over Critic’s Poisoning
The targeted sanctions announced on Tuesday signal a harder line from US President Joe Biden. Highlights Russia warned Wednesday it…
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At Least 13 Killed In California Crash Near US-Mexico Border
A total of 25 occupants, including the driver, were traveling in the SUV at the time of the crash Los…
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US Halts Trials Of Plasma Transfusions For Covid Patients
Convalescent plasma is the liquid part of blood from a Covid patient that recovered. (Representational) Washington: US health experts said…
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Texas Governor Lifts Mask Mandate, Opening State “100 Percent”
“This must end. It is now time to open Texas 100 percent,” Governor said (Representational) Washington: Texas Governor Greg Abbott…
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US Will Have Enough Vaccine Supply For All Adults By End May: Biden
Biden said US would have sufficient vaccine supply by end of May to inoculate US adult population. Washington: President Joe…
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China Extends Innovation Lead Over US
In 2000, China made just 782 international patent filings. (Representational) Geneva, Switzerland: China, which last year overtook the United States…
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Focused On “Future Conduct” Of Saudi Arabia After Khashoggi Sanctions: US
Jamal Khashoggi was killed and dismembered by a team of operatives linked to the prince. Washington: The United States is…
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US To Impose Sanctions On Russia For Navalny Poisoning: Report
EU sanctions are on four justice and law enforcement officers involved in Alexey Navalny’s detention. Washington, United States: US President…
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US Still Ready To Meet Iran, Not “Dogmatic” On How
“We are not dogmatic about the form and the format of those talks,” State Department spokesman said Washington: The United…
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US Urges Saudi Arabia To Disband Force Behind Jamal Khashoggi Killing
Biden declassified intelligence report that found that Prince Mohammed ordered 2018 killing of Khashoggi Washington: The United States on Monday…
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One Militant Killed In US Bombing In Syria: Pentagon
The US military said the location was used by Iran-supported Iraqi armed groups. (Representational) Washington: The US Defense Department said…
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Conservatives In “Struggle For Survival” Of US, Says Trump
“We’re in a struggle for the survival of America as we know it,” Trump said. Orlando: Former president Donald Trump…
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US Children Could Receive Covid Vaccine By Year-End: Top Expert
“We now have three really efficacious vaccines,” Anthony Fauci said. (File) Washington: The United States could start vaccinating older children…
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Trump, Returning To Political Stage, Teases Possible 2024 Run
“I am not starting a new party,” Trump said. (File) Orlando: Donald Trump returned to the spotlight Sunday telling enthusiastic…
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Iran Rules Out Nuclear Deal Meeting, Says Time Not “Suitable”
The accord has been nearing collapse since former president Trump unilaterally withdrew in 2018 Tehran: Iran on Sunday dismissed Europe’s…
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India, US Reaffirm Strategic Partnership At Bilateral Meeting Of UN Envoys
India, US reaffirmed their strategic partnership and efforts to strengthen multilateralism United Nations: India and the US reaffirmed their strategic…
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US Expert Panel Recommends Authorizing Johnson & Johnson Covid Vaccine
It cleared the way for a third vaccine to soon begin shipping in the US. Washington: A US panel of…
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Saudi Crown Prince Approved Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi: US Report
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has denied any involvement in the killing. Washington: The United States on Friday…
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US Says Khashoggi Report Will Help Bring “Accountability”
US Says Khashoggi Report Will Help Bring “Accountability” Washington: The United States on Thursday prepared to release intelligence on the…
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Amid Surge, US Tries to Expedite Release of Migrant Children
With its long-term facilities for immigrant children nearly full, the Biden administration is working to expedite the release of children…
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Myanmar’s Military Must Relinquish Power, Restore Democratically Elected Government: US
“We stand with the people of Burma,” State Department spokesperson Ned Price said. Washington: Myanmar’s military junta must relinquish power…
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US Honours Activist Anjali Bharadwaj For Her Work On Combating Corruption
Anjali Bhardwaj is a convener of the National Campaign for Peoples’ Right to Information Washington: The United States on Tuesday…
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“Heartbreaking”: Joe Biden On 500,000 US COVID-19 Deaths
Joe Biden Calls 500,000 US COVID-19 Deaths “Heartbreaking” Washington: An emotional President Joe Biden called the milestone of more than…
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China Seeks To Work Together With US, Europe To Uphold Multilateralism
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin speaks at a news conference. (File) Beijing, China: China, the United States and Europe…
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3 Killed, 2 Injured In Shooting At Gun Store In US
The sheriff’s office said the third person killed was the original shooter. (Representational) Louisiana: Three people were killed and two…
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US Deports Former Nazi Concentration Camp Guard To Germany
The deportation of Friedrich Berger was first ordered in March of last year by a US immigration judge. Washington: The…
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US Officially Back In Paris Accord, Vows Climate Action
The United States on officially returned to the Paris climate accord. Washington, United States: The United States on Friday officially…
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“Too Early To Say”: Trump On Running For President Again In 2024
Trump said he is “looking at a lot of different” ways to return to social media (File) Florida: Former US…
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US Conservative Radio Host Rush Limbaugh Dead: Family
Rush Limbaugh was the US conservative radio host who spent more than four decades on the air. Washington, United States:…
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6 Dead In Icy Texas Pileup As Frigid Weather Blankets Much Of US
Texas: Visuals show dozens of crashed vehicles – badly damaged – strewn around on the road. Winter weather battered the…
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Joe Biden Announces New Pentagon Task Force On China
Joe Biden has announced the formation of a special Defense Department task force on China. Washington, United States: US President…
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Donald Trump Won’t Be Allowed On Twitter Ever Again: Official
Twitter will not allow former president Donald Trump back on the platform, a senior official said. Washington, United States: Twitter…
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How Indian-Americans View US And Indian Policies: Report
The survey also asked respondents for the top three challenges India faces today. New Delhi: Indian-Americans hold “relatively more conservative”…
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US “Stands With People” After Myanmar Protest Bans
Myanmar’s military leadership has banned people from gathering in groups of more than five (File) Washington: The United States on…
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US Secretary Of State, Saudi Foreign Minister Discuss Yemen, Human Rights
Washington said it expects Riyadh to improve its human rights record. (File) Washington/Dubai: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and…
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US Moves To End Terror Designation Of Yemen Huthis
United States has moved to delist Yemen’s Huthi rebels as a terrorist organization (File) Washington: The United States has moved…
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Biden Hosts First Of Chats To Talk “Directly” With Americans
US President Joe Biden on Saturday launched a series of conversations with ordinary Americans (File) Washington: US President Joe Biden…
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Urges Biden To Return To Nuclear Deal: Report
Iran’s foreign minister urged Washington to act fast to return to the 2015 nuclear accord (File) Dubai: Iran’s foreign minister…
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Iran Says US Ending Saudi Support Does Not Solve Yemen War
Iransaid US ending Saudi support falls short of a solution to Yemen’s six-year war. (Representational) Tehran: Iran’s foreign ministry said…
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US, China Top Diplomats Discuss Key Issues, Show Differences
The top American and Chinese diplomats spoke Saturday in the first major exchange between the countries since President Joe Biden…
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US Engaged In Strategic Competition With China: White House
Jen Psaki said China’s objective is to undercut America’s long-standing technological advantage. Washington: The Biden Administration sees the US as…
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“You Have Done Nothing For Me”: Trump Quits Screen Actors Guild
Donald Trump had been a member of SAG-AFTRA since 1989. Florida: Former US President Donald Trump has resigned from the…
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US Will Repair Its Alliances And Engage With World Once Again: Biden
Joe Biden said his administration will work with partners to support restoration of democracy (File) Washington: Asserting that America and…
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US Will Take On Challenge Posed By China Directly: Biden
United States will take on the challenges being posed by China directly, Joe Biden said (File) Washington: The United States…
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Biden Says No More US “Rolling Over” To Russia
Biden said that US will no longer be “rolling over in face of Russia’s aggressive actions.” Washington: President Joe Biden…
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“Diplomacy Is Back”: Biden At State Department
“America is back. Diplomacy is back,” Joe Biden said (File) Washington: President Joe Biden on Thursday vowed a renewed US…
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22-Year-Old Gets World’s First Double Hand, Face Transplant
The surgery was carried out on August 12 of 2020 and lasted approximately 23 hours. Washington: A 22-year-old man from…
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US Extends Nuclear Treaty With Russia For Five Years
US extended the New START nuclear treaty with Russia by five years. (Representational) Washington: US President Joe Biden’s administration Wednesday…
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US “Disturbed” Over Charges Against Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi After Coup
The United States said it was “disturbed” by the charges against Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi (File) Yangon: The US…
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Canada Designates Far-Right Proud Boys As Banned Terrorist Group
The list features some 70 groups. (File) Ottawa: Canada on Wednesday described the far right Proud Boys as a “serious…
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US Hits Pandemic Milestone With More Vaccinated People Than Cases
The US has been administering shots at a faster daily rate than any country in the world More Americans have…
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Some US Pharmacies Will Offer COVID-19 Vaccines From February 11
Scientists warn the world is now in a race between vaccines and the coronavirus. (Representational) Washington: The United States will…
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US Says Too Early To Accept Iran Proposal On Reviving Nuclear Deal
US said it was too early to accept an Iranian proposal to revive nuclear deal. (Representational) Washington: The United States…
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US In Touch With Nations Like India, Japan On Myanmar: Official
The United States on Tuesday said that the Burmese military action is a coup. (File) Washington: Terming the military detention…
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US Demands Russia Free Kremlin Critic “Immediately And Unconditionally”
Navalny returned to Moscow last month after recovering from what doctors described as poisoning (File) Washington: US Secretary of State…
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Concerned By China’s Attempts To ”Intimidate” Neighbours: White House
China and India are locked in a military standoff in eastern Ladakh since May 5 last. Washington: In its first…
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“US Should Stop Meddling” In China’s Internal Affairs: Top Chinese Diplomat
The diplomat also stressed that no force can hold back China’s development. Beijing: China’s top diplomat called on Tuesday for…
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US Seeks Accountability From Pakistan In Daniel Pearl’s Murder Case
Daniel Pearl was abducted in Karachi in January 2002 while researching a story about Islamist militants. Washington/Islamabad: US Secretary of…
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Will Not Reverse Nuclear Steps Before US Lifts Sanctions, Says Iran
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif also condemned US sanctions against Turkey Tehran will not accept U.S. demands that it reverse…
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US “Outraged” As Pakistan Court Upholds Acquittal In Daniel Pearl Murder
Pearl’s killing — which was filmed — caused international shock and outrage. (File) Washington, United States: The White House said…
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Around 90,000 more may die from COVID-19 in the next four weeks, predicts White House- Technology News
The Associated PressJan 28, 2021 11:18:52 IST The Biden administration launched its new level-with-America health briefings Wednesday with a projection…
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Don’t Treat China As “Strategic Rival”, Says China’s Ambassador To US
Trump administration defined China as a strategic rival in 2018. Beijing: Treating China as a “strategic rival” of the United…
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US Issues Terror Alert Over Anti-Government Extremists
US Department of Homeland Security declared a nationwide terrorism alert Wednesday (File) Washington: The US Department of Homeland Security declared…
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US Judge Okays Harvey Weinstein Co Plan To Settle Sex Abuse Claims
The Weinstein Co’s lawyers say the women who filed the claims could each see six-figure recoveries. A U.S. Bankruptcy Court…
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Joe Biden To Reinstate Coronavirus Travel Restrictions: White House Official
Joe Biden will also extend the ban to travelers who have recently been to South Africa amid warnings. Highlights US…
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US Rejoins Fight Against Climate Change At High Level Summit
The United States will mark its return to the global fight against climate change on Monday. Amsterdam: The United States…
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Biden Undoes Trump Migration Orders, Pushes For Major Reform
Within hours of taking office, Biden undid some of Trump’s most controversial immigration policies (File) New York: Within hours of…
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China To Sanction US Officials For “Nasty” Behaviour Over Taiwan
China says Taiwan is the most important and sensitive issue in its relationship with the United States. Beijing: U.S. officials…
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US National Rifle Association Files For Bankruptcy
A general view shows the National Rifle Association (NRA) headquarters, in Fairfax, Virginia. Washington, United States: The National Rifle Association…
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On Guns, Abortion And Voting Rights, Trump Leaves Lasting Mark On US Judiciary
Trump also appointed 174 federal district court judges, a step below the appeals courts. (File) Washington: When a U.S. appeals…
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China Possibly Carried Out “Genocide” Against Uyghurs: US Congress Report
Chinese authorities arbitrarily detain Uyghur and other ethnic groups. (Representational) Washington: China possibly carried out “genocide” against Uyghurs and other…
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Man Suspected Of Throwing Fire Extinguisher At Police In US Capitol Is Arrested
The deadly violence last week led to the impeachment of Trump on Wednesday. Washington: A retired firefighter who is suspected…
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“Politically Toxic” Trump May Be Disqualified From Seeking Office Again
The House impeached Donald Trump for a second time on Wednesday. Donald Trump’s political future suffered a grave blow on…
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US Unveils Plan To Counter China With India’s Rise
National Security Advisor said US seeks to ensure that allies, partners can protect their sovereignity Highlights Trump administration declassified its…
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Democrats Begin 2nd Attempt To Impeach Trump, Days After Capitol Violence
Democrats have introduce House resolution to impeach Donald Trump. Democrats began the process of impeaching President Donald Trump for a…
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Keep Data Of Capitol Rioters: Senator To CEOs Of Social Media Firms
Jacob Anthony Chansley of Arizona, stands with other supporters of Donald Trump. Rabat, Morocco: Federal agents arrested two more Capitol…
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Pakistan Should Hold Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi Accountable For Mumbai Attack: US
Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi was arrested by Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab province. (File) Washington: The US on Saturday said that it…
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US House Speaker Says Removing Trump “Emergency Of Highest Magnitude”
Nancy Pelosi called Thursday for President Donald Trump to be urgently removed from power. Washington, United States: US House Speaker…
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COVID-19 pandemic crisis was made worse by tense geopolitical relations: health expert- Technology News
Agence France-PresseJan 07, 2021 13:15:57 IST Geopolitical tensions in play before the Covid-19 pandemic coloured the international health response, dramatically…
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In Pics: Trump Supporters Storm US Capitol Hill
Pro-Trump protesters gather in front of the US Capitol Building in Washington. New Delhi: A person was shot dead Wednesday…
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Twitter Blocks Donald Trump For 12 Hours, Threatens Permanent Ban
Twitter on Wednesday threatened to permanently ban US President Donald Trump. San Francisco, United States: Twitter on Wednesday threatened to…
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Donald Trump Tells Supporters To “Go Home” After Storming Of US Capitol
Donald Trump called for “peaceful” protests on Wednesday. Washington, United States: President Donald Trump told his supporters on Wednesday to…
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US Capitol On Lockdown As Trump Supporters Enter Building
Donald Trump swarmed the US Capitol on Wednesday. Washington, United States: Protesters supporting Donald Trump swarmed the US Capitol on…
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UK Judge Rejects Julian Assange’s Extradition To US
A British judgehas ruled that Julian Assange should not be extradited to the United States A British judge ruled on…
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Shooting In Texas Church Leaves 1 Dead, Others Wounded: Governor
A shooting was reported in a church in northeastern Texas. Washington, United States: A shooting Sunday morning in a church…
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20 Missing As Boat Disappears Between Bahamas, US
A boat carrying 20 people has disappeared between Bahamas and Florida. (Representational) Washington: A boat carrying 20 people has disappeared…
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Be Careful Of Trap, Israel May Provoke War With Attacks On US Forces: Iran To Trump
Mohammad Javad Zarif issued the warning on the anniversary of the US killing of top Iranian general Dubai: Iranian Foreign…
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US Blocks $63 Million In Funds Of Global Terrorist Groups In 2019: Report
All the three groups are Pakistan-based terror outfits. (Representational) Washington: The US blocked USD 63 million in funds of designated…
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US Expects To Approve UK-Backed AstraZeneca-Oxford Vaccine In April
United States is expected to approve the low-cost AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine in April. Washington, United States: The United States is expected…
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US Imposes New Tariffs On French, German Goods Over Airbus-Boeing Dispute
The move was in retaliation to tariffs imposed by EU which it considers unfair. (Representational) Washington: The United States announced…
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US Detects First Case Of UK Coronavirus Variant In Colorado
Colorado first case of Covid variant that emerged recently in UK (Representational) Washington: The US state of Colorado has recorded…
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Trump Administration Appeals Court Ruling Blocking US TikTok Ban
Trump has argued that the app’s Chinese parent company may use TikTok for espionage. Washington, United States: The Trump administration…
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US Facing “Four Historic Crises At Once”, Says Joe Biden
Joe Biden last week had said that “darkest days” against coronavirus “are ahead of us, not behind us.” Washington: US…
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US Says Ready For Stronger Post-Brexit Ties With UK, EU
US President Donald Trump has good ties with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump’s…
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