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Autonomous plane finishes 1st ever cross-country flight across US
An autonomous Cessna Caravan has made history by completing a cross-country flight across the United States.
US spent $45.1B on war with Iran
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has cost the US a whopping $45.1 billion, according to a report by CNN.
US issues travel advisory for Middle East amid rising tensions
The United States Department of State's Consular Affairs has issued a security alert for the Middle East.
Yemen's Houthis launch missile toward Riyadh, intercepted by Saudi-led coalition
The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis has reported that the Iran-backed group launched a ballistic missile at Riyadh early Saturday.
Iran conveys conditions to US for resuming negotiations
Iran has laid out seven conditions to the United States for resuming negotiations, according to Mohsen Rezaei, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
US now accounts for 54% of India's software services exports
India's software services exports witnessed a growth of 8.2% to $221.4 billion in the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26), excluding sales by overseas affiliates of Indian companies.
Trump strikes deal giving US 'permanent control' over Greenland security
United States President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Denmark and Greenland. The agreement grants the US permanent control over security and other related matters on the Arctic island of Greenland.
Saudi Arabia proposes 2-week ceasefire in Yemen war
Saudi Arabia has reportedly proposed a two-week ceasefire to the Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Pakistan Army signs drone deal with Powerus
The Pakistan Army has signed a deal with United States-based drone company Powerus, co-founded by Brett Velicovich.
'Sad...': Zara Larsson lambasts White House for using her song
Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson has slammed the White House for using her song Midnight Sun in a social media post.
US strikes on Iran likely constitute war crimes: UN report
UN human rights experts have found "reasonable grounds" to believe that the United States committed war crimes in two strikes on Iran, killing over 150 civilians.
Sikh truck driver stabbed 17 times in US restroom
A 28-year-old Punjabi Sikh truck driver, identified only as Singh, was brutally attacked and stabbed 17 times at a rest area in Wyoming, United States, which left him hospitalized with multiple injuries.
'South Park' S29 premieres with new song and Trump cameo
The long-running animated series South Park, created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, has returned for its 29th season with a new title: South America.
How US data centers could push natural gas prices higher
A recent report by BloombergNEF has revealed that US data centers are projected to consume more natural gas than Germany and Japan combined by 2035.
Helicopter crashes between two buildings in Los Angeles, killing 3
A news station helicopter crashed between two commercial buildings in Chatsworth, a suburb of Los Angeles, on Tuesday night, leaving at least three people dead and one other injured.
US confirms deployment of weapons in space
The United States has confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
Germany says no to halting AI development
Germany's digital affairs ministry has rejected the idea of halting artificial intelligence (AI) development in Europe.
Rice is becoming costlier in India. Reason? US-Iran war
Rice, a staple food in India, is becoming more expensive due to the ongoing US-Iran war.
US: Indian-origin man listed as fugitive over $93M Medicare fraud
The United States has placed Khadeer Khan Mohammed, an Indian-origin man, on its federal fugitive list.
Iran-Gulf states meeting in Oman postponed at regional countries' request
A scheduled meeting between Iran and Gulf states in Salalah, Oman, was postponed on Monday.
Why PwC India, US are creating a joint venture
PwC India and PwC US have announced a joint venture to combine their advisory capabilities in India and the US.
How a US-China economic decoupling could help other nations
A recent study has shown that a complete economic decoupling between the US and China could actually be beneficial for many other countries.
India's gem and jewelry exports rise 3.14% to $2.3B
India's gem and jewelry exports grew by 3.14% year-on-year in August, reaching $2.30 billion (approximately ₹21,945.87 crore).
US imposes anti-dumping duties on solar imports from India, Indonesia
The US has imposed heavy anti-dumping and countervailing duties on imports of solar cells and panels from India, Indonesia, and Laos.
First adult T-rex footprints found in this US state
A team of scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery by unearthing the first known series of adult Tyrannosaurus rex footprints in North Dakota, US.
India has enough plutonium for 140-225 nuclear warheads: US think-tank
India has reportedly amassed a stockpile of up to 190 nuclear warheads, including around 30 additional warheads for new missiles currently under production, according to a recent report by a United States-based think tank.
This single-dose nanodrug might cure your bad cholesterol
US and Chinese researchers have conducted successful clinical trials of a single-dose nanodrug, which can potentially control "bad" cholesterol levels for years or even forever.
Why are more people dying at Burning Man festival?
The Burning Man festival, which draws tens of thousands to create a temporary community in North America's Nevada desert, has reported three deaths this year. This is three times the average number of fatalities associated with the annual event.
'South Park' changes its name in clever dig at Trump
In a bold response to American President Donald Trump's recent name-changing spree, the popular animated satire show South Park has decided to change its own name.
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods are now in effect
Canada imposed retaliatory tariffs on US goods today after trade negotiations broke down last month.
NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon base program
The US has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to join its Moon base program.
Iran plans restricted zone near Strait of Hormuz
Iran plans to declare a restricted maritime zone near the Strait of Hormuz, according to Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
Europe's 1st fully commercial orbital rocket launched successfully
German company Isar Aerospace has successfully launched Europe's first fully commercial orbital rocket, the two-stage Spectrum.
Manjit Singh Bedi, FBI's 'Most Wanted Fraudster' arrested in India
Manjit Singh Bedi, an Indian-origin naturalized US citizen, has been arrested by the Punjab Police.
China's uranium-extraction method from seawater is 8x stronger than US
A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a way to extract uranium from seawater at a rate more than eight times higher than the target set by the US Department of Energy.
Bristol's Fighter supercar is a V10 mix of US, UK
Bristol Cars is making a comeback by reviving one of its most iconic models, the Fighter.
US and China to hold AI talks this September
The United States and China are preparing for a mid-September dialogue on artificial intelligence (AI) safety risks.
World has more seniors than kids for 1st time ever
For the first time in human history, senior citizens now outnumber children aged five and under across the globe.
Feds investigate Tesla Cybercab rollout
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the leading automotive safety regulator in the US, has launched an investigation into Tesla's decision to deploy its new Cybercab on public roads without a steering wheel or pedals.
UNGA adopts new world map, showing bigger Africa; US opposes
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has passed a resolution to adopt a new world map that makes Africa appear larger while reducing the size of North America and Europe.
Pig kidney lasts record 271 days in human transplant patient
A pig kidney transplanted into a human has functioned for a record 271 days, according to doctors at Mass General Brigham hospital in the United States.
Telcos oppose TRAI's proposed 5G network slicing rules
Leading telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have opposed the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) proposed quality of service (QoS) regulations for 5G network slicing.
EU joins US-led 'Operation Economic Outcast' against Iran
The European Union (EU) has officially joined the United States-led "Operation Economic Outcast" against Iran.
Diddy's prison release date changes yet again
It's a new day and a new change in Sean "Diddy" Combs's prison release date.
US-Israel war timeline unclear; Vance questions war tag
United States Vice President JD Vance has refused to give a timeline for the end of the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.
India to finalize US trade deal after getting preferential edge
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that India will finalize its proposed trade deal with the US once Washington provides a preferential tariff advantage to Indian exporters.
3 dead, multiple injured in mass shooting in Minneapolis
A mass shooting at a downtown Minneapolis high-rise left three people dead and several others injured on Wednesday.
Taiwan's companies to invest another $20B in US
Taiwanese companies are planning to invest an additional $20 billion in the United States, driven by the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
Oil prices soar to $96 as US-Iran tensions escalate
Oil prices climbed on Wednesday amid escalating Middle East tensions following recent US strikes on Iranian targets and reported retaliatory action by Tehran against US allies.
Turkey becomes 71st member of US-led Artemis Accords
Turkey has officially joined the US-led Artemis Accords, becoming the 71st country to do so.
AI data centers sparking bipartisan outrage in US politics
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked an unusual consensus in US politics: a growing opposition to the massive data centers that power this technology.
'Keep my wife's name out...': Vance warns Democratic Senate nominee
United States Vice President JD Vance has warned Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed against dragging his wife into their political feud.
Maduro shares 1st prison photos since capture
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has shared his first photographs from the United States prison since his capture.
Oil surges above $90 as US strikes Iran
Oil prices surged over 2% on Monday after US forces targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.