United States of America: News
Jay Clayton takes over as US Director of National Intelligence
Bill Pulte's short-lived tenure as the acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in the US will come to an end on Monday.
US: Marine Corps F-35B jet crashes in San Diego
A United States Marine Corps F-35B stealth fighter jet crashed on Friday near the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California.
Indian-origin lawyer filed fraudulent asylum claims, US government says
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has accused Suraj Raj Singh, an Indian-origin immigration lawyer, of submitting fraudulent asylum claims.
Why Chinese military researchers are using US AI models
Chinese military researchers have been using outputs from leading US artificial intelligence (AI) models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic.
US may charge $100,000 fee for international students' work permit
The Trump administration in the United States is reportedly considering a $100,000 fee for international students who wish to work in the country after graduation.
EU investing $11.5B in AI gigafactories to rival US, China
The European Union (EU) has announced a funding plan of €10 billion ($11.5 billion) for the construction of seven artificial intelligence (AI) gigafactories.
Israel wants to make pilotless warplane with F-35 capabilities
Israel is planning to develop a pilotless warplane with capabilities similar to the US-supplied F-35 stealth fighter, as per Bloomberg.
Noah Kahan slams Trump for unauthorized use of his song
Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan has slammed US President Donald Trump and his administration for using the song American Cars in a White House social media post.
Shein swung to $99M loss in Q1. Reason? Donald Trump
Fast-fashion giant Shein, which is headquartered in Singapore but was founded in China, has reported a loss of $99 million in Q1 2026.
Meet Karyna Shuliak, Epstein's girlfriend who could inherit $100M forture
Karyna Shuliak, a Belarusian-American dentist, could inherit up to $100 million from Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
45% of India's US exports will avoid new 10% tariff
The United States has placed India in a lower tariff bracket of 10% under its Section 301 measures, which are related to forced labor concerns.
US signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
The United States has signed a landmark nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia.
Donald Trump's new AI czar, Chris Fall, has resigned
Chris Fall, the Director of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI), has resigned from his position. The agency confirmed his departure to multiple news outlets.
Paramount's $110B merger with Warner Bros has been temporarily paused
The proposed $110 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery has been temporarily halted by a US federal judge.
Oil prices hit $90 per barrel again: What's the reason?
Oil prices surged by 3% today, with Brent crude futures crossing the $90 mark per barrel.
US Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha, welcome 4th child
United States Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, have welcomed their fourth child.
Why Samsung has laid off over 800 employees in US
Samsung Electronics has announced job cuts at its US display, phone, and other consumer electronics operations.
No more lotteries for H-1B visas in FY27
The United States has hit the annual H-1B visa cap for fiscal year (FY) 2027.
How Indonesia's copyright overhaul could impact Google and others
Indonesia is planning to introduce major changes to its copyright law, a move that could have far-reaching implications for tech giants like Google.
US strikes Iran for 6th consecutive night
The United States has launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran, targeting bridges and transport infrastructure, AFP reported.
Will Trump reduce R Kelly's prison sentence?
R&B singer Robert Sylvester Kelly, popularly known as R Kelly, has formally requested US President Donald Trump to reduce his 31-year prison sentence.
Utah: Indian asked 'are you Muslim?' then stabbed 15 times
An Indian-origin Muslim man, Syed Sohail Uddin, is fighting for his life after being stabbed over 15 times at the Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, Utah.
Oil prices surge past $85/barrel as US-Iran tensions escalate
Oil prices have surged past the $85-a-barrel mark, amid fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East.
After SK Hynix, Samsung Electronics may get listed in US
Samsung Electronics is reportedly in the early stages of considering a possible sale of American depositary receipts (ADRs).
Why Paramount is being sued by 12 US states
A coalition of 12 US states led by California has filed a lawsuit against Paramount's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed
A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court has issued a non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed, the Pakistan-based chief of the banned terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
Indian exporters receive over $1B in tariff refunds from US
Indian exporters have started receiving refunds of duties paid during Donald Trump's presidency, with over $1 billion already reimbursed.
India to export defense equipment worth ₹50,000cr by FY29: Report
India's defense exports are likely to touch ₹50,000 crore by the end of financial year 2028-29 (FY29), a report by Kotak Institutional Equities has said.
Why ships are passing through Strait of Hormuz in secret
In the wake of renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, visible ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has come to a standstill.
Oil jumps over 4% as Iran declares Hormuz closed
Oil prices have witnessed a sharp spike, rising over 4% on Monday. The surge comes as Iran has expanded its military operations to Gulf states in response to recent US attacks.
Over 10 projectiles strike Iran's Qeshm Island, Tehran retaliates
Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated after over 10 projectiles struck Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Data center constructions to face mounting delays through 2027
The global data center construction industry is facing major challenges, with project delays and cancellations on the rise.
Russia's diesel export ban triggers global price surge
Russia's recent ban on diesel exports has sent shockwaves through the global energy market, exacerbating existing fuel shortages and driving prices up.
This Chinese humanoid robot just performed a keyhole surgery
In a groundbreaking development, scientists at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) have successfully used a Chinese-made humanoid robot to perform keyhole surgery.
UAE can now easily get NVIDIA's AI chips
The United States has relaxed its export controls on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it easier for companies in the region to access advanced computing items.
Oregon withdraws motion to delay $110B Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
Oregon's Attorney General has withdrawn its motion to delay the $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.
US cybersecurity agency had no response plan for data breach
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the United States has admitted to not having a pre-prepared response plan for a major cybersecurity incident in May.
Explained: What is cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting US states
A diarrheal disease caused by a parasite, cyclosporiasis, has been spreading across the United States, with thousands of reported cases in the past few weeks.
Iran buries former supreme leader Khamenei in Mashhad
Iran has buried its former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in his hometown of Mashhad.
SK Hynix's $28B US share sale draws 7x investor demand
SK Hynix, a leading South Korean memory chipmaker, has witnessed an overwhelming response to its proposed $28 billion share sale in the US.
Data breach exposes driver's license info of nearly 7M Americans
AssuranceAmerica, a leading insurance provider in the US, has suffered a major data breach.
You can now get your hands on OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model
The US Department of Commerce has given the green light for a wider release of OpenAI's cutting-edge GPT-5.6 model.
Oil prices jump over 5% as US strikes Iran
Global oil prices have witnessed a sharp spike, with Brent crude rising by 5.49% to $75.94 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude increasing by 2.84% to $72.44 per barrel in early trade today.
US might co-produce missiles with European allies
The United States is in talks with Germany and other European nations to co-produce missiles, as per Reuters.