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Israel-Hamas war: Egypt agrees to open Gaza aid corridor
Egypt announced the creation of a "sustainable" humanitarian corridor, allowing aid to reach Gaza via the Rafah border crossing, NDTV reported.
Amazon Pharmacy introduces 60-minute drone delivery service: How it works
Amazon's Pharmacy is gearing up to change the game in medication delivery in the US, via drones operated by Prime Air.
Israel-Hamas war: Muslims fear post-9/11 prejudices could return
In the wake of the recent Hamas attack on Israel, Arab and Muslim Americans are growing increasingly worried about the possible return of post-9/11 prejudices.
US chokes China's chipmaking future while giving American companies lifeline
The Biden administration released new rules to limit China's access to US artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
Biden backs Israel's account of Gaza hospital strike
United States (US) President Joe Biden landed in Israel on Wednesday amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Biden arrives in Israel, meeting with Arab leaders canceled
After an airstrike hit the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza, killing at least 500 people, United States President Joe Biden's meeting with the leaders of Egypt, Jordan, and Palestine was called off.
Sugar export restrictions extended in India beyond October 31
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced that the Indian government will extend its restriction on sugar exports past October 31.
US President Joe Biden to visit Israel, Jordan tomorrow
United States President Joe Biden will reportedly visit Israel and Jordan on Wednesday as the war between Israel and Palestinian terror group Hamas continues to escalate.
Israeli Air Force strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon
Israeli Air Force on Tuesday claimed to have hit targets linked to the Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah in Lebanon overnight.
US: 6-year-old boy stabbed to death by Islamophobic landlord
A six-year-old Palestinian-American boy was reportedly stabbed to death while his mother was left critically injured in Illinois, United States, on Saturday (local time).
'Hands on trigger': Iran warns of escalation amid Israel-Hamas war
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has warned Israel of escalation of the conflict in the region if the Jewish country continues its attack on Palestinians in Gaza, Fars News Agency reported on Sunday per Reuters.
Biden calls Israel potentially occupying Gaza 'big mistake'
While Israeli forces prepare for a major ground offensive in Gaza, United States (US) President Joe Biden warned Israel against reoccupying the territory controlled by Hamas, labeling the potential move a "big mistake."
US addresses loopholes in restrictions on chip exports to China
The US government plans to roll out new rules this week to stop American chipmakers from selling semiconductors to China that dodge current restrictions, told an anonymous US official to Reuters.
Israel-Hamas war: Gaza residents get 3-hour deadline to flee
Israel on Sunday reportedly opened a safe route within four kilometers of the Lebanese border for Gaza residents, asking them to move toward the safer southern region within three hours.
Israeli forces ordered to capture Gaza City, destroy Hamas leadership
Israel has ordered its forces to seize Gaza City and destroy Hamas's current leadership, following the surprise attack by the terrorist group that killed 1,300 people and stunned Israel, The New York Times reported.
US, Saudi working closely to protect civilians in Gaza: Blinken
United States (US) Secretary of State Anthony Blinken stated on Saturday that America was working closely with Saudi Arabia to provide safety for civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.
US increases work permit validity for green card applicants
In a major move that will benefit thousands of Indians living in the United States (US), the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reportedly extended the Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) for certain non-citizens.
Netflix to launch brick-and-mortar retail stores in 2025
Netflix is taking a leap into the world of brick-and-mortar retail with the launch of Netflix House, a collection of themed retail spaces.
India has always supported formation of Palestine: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), on Thursday, said that it supports the formation of an independent state of Palestine.
Microsoft owes $29bn in back taxes, says US tax body
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the US has revealed that Microsoft owes a whopping $28.9 billion in back taxes, penalties, and interest for the tax years between 2004 and 2013.
'It is like zombie movie': Situational update on Israel-Hamas war
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF), on Thursday, said that Hamas was executing handcuffed women and children.
Israel-Hamas war: Biden alleges 'terrorists beheading children,' White House clarifies
Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, United States (US) President Joe Biden has alleged that he never thought he would see photographs of terrorists beheading kids.
Exxon Mobil buys Pioneer Natural Resources for $60 billion
Exxon Mobil has agreed to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources in a massive all-stock deal worth $59.5 billion, solidifying its position as the leading producer in America's largest oilfield.
Apple-backed Right to Repair bill becomes law: What it means
The state of California in the US, has signed the Right to Repair Act (SB 244) into law.
How does Hamas get weapon supply despite strict blockade
Palestinian terror group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday using high-grade weapons.
No specific information on Iran's role in Hamas attack: US
The United States (US) on Tuesday said that there was "no specific information" that would implicate Iran in the recent terrorist attack carried out by Hamas against Israel, PTI reported.
IMF hikes India's growth forecast to 6.3%, lowers China's
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India's 2023-24 growth forecast from 6.1% to 6.3%, thanks to "stronger-than-expected" consumer spending in the April-June quarter.
India stands with Israel: PM Modi after Netanyahu's phone call
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he received a phone call from his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu who informed him about the current situation amid the conflict with the Palestinian terror group Hamas.
UNGA chief Dennis Francis hopeful about India's permanent UNSC seat
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis has expressed confidence in India's ability to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), ANI reported on Tuesday.
Israel-Hamas war enters 4th day, death toll mounts to 1,600
At least 1,600 people have died and thousands were injured in the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, India Today reported.
US defense stocks surge amid Israel-Hamas war
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas intensifies, defense stocks in the United States (US) are seeing remarkable growth.
Nobel Prize in Economics awarded to American economist Claudia Goldin
The highly prestigious 2023 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences—officially the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences—has been awarded to American economic historian and labor economist Claudia Goldin.
Iran helped Hamas plan attack on Israel for weeks: WSJ
Iran allegedly helped Palestinian militant group Hamas in planning its unprecedented Saturday attack on Israel weeks ago, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has reported.
Israel-Hamas war: Death toll crosses 1,100, US sends warships
At least 700 people have reportedly been killed in Israel, and over 400 have lost their lives in Gaza since the Palestinian Islamist militant group Hamas launched its unprecedented attack on the former on Saturday.
US says Americans killed in Israel, deploys warships against Hamas
A United States (US) official confirmed on Sunday that several American citizens were killed in recent land-sea-air attacks on Israel by the Palestinian group Hamas.
Emergency alert to sound on all US smartphones, televisions today
On Wednesday, at 2:20pm ET (11:50pm IST), there will be a nationwide test of the federal emergency alert system across the United States.
Kevin McCarthy ousted as US House Speaker
In a first-of-its-kind move, Republican Kevin McCarthy was ousted as the Speaker of the United States (US) House of Representatives.
Is US slipping into recession? These red flags suggest so
In recent months, the economic landscape in the United States (US) has presented a mixed bag of signals, leaving many pondering the possibility of a looming recession.
Delhi Police raids NewsClick journalists' homes in China funding case
The Delhi Police is reportedly carrying out multiple raids at the residences of journalists and employees working with the news outlet NewsClick on Tuesday.
US Congress passes stopgap measure to prevent government shutdown
The United States (US) Congress gave its go-ahead to a "stopgap funding bill" on Saturday to avert a damaging government shutdown and keep federal agencies running until mid-November.