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At least 27 dead as tornadoes, storms hit central US
A series of devastating tornadoes and storms have swept through the central United States, leaving at least 27 people dead. The fatalities include at least 25 people in Missouri and Kentucky alone.
FBI makes historic explosives seizure in Virginia farm raid
In a historic raid, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has reported its largest-ever seizure of explosives after a raid on a Virginia farm.
What is 'Progress 2028,' 'pro-Harris' manifesto tied to pro-Trump group
A political manifesto titled "Progress 2028," falsely attributed to Kamala Harris, has been linked to Donald Trump's billionaire backer Elon Musk, a funding watchdog said.
US man wins $1mn lottery using $20 bill he found
Jerry Hicks, a master carpenter from Banner Elk, North Carolina, United States, transformed a lucky find into a life-changing fortune.
BJP leader's warning after Rahul's remark on Sikhs in India
Bharatiya Janata Party Spokesperson RP Singh on Tuesday hit out at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his comments on religious freedom in which he mentioned the Sikh community, during this three-day United States tour.
'I know about EVMs...': Pitroda says 2024 polls weren't fair
Congress leader Sam Pitroda while speaking at an event in the United States questioned the reliability of electronic voting machines.
US elections: Harris, Trump neck-and-neck, shows new poll
A recent Roanoke College poll has said that there is a close competition between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump among likely voters in Virginia.
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US: 41-year-old Indian-origin executive attacked on street last week dies
An Indian-origin executive, Vivek Chander Taneja, lost his life in Washington, United States (US), days after being injured in an assault outside a Japanese restaurant.
Indian-origin couple convicted for luring cousin to US, abusing him
A Virginia-based Indian American couple, Harmanpreet Singh (30) and Kulbir Kaur (43) were found guilty of forcing their cousin into labor at their gas station and convenience store in the United States.
Thrift store vase bought for $4 sells for over $100K
Jessica Vincent, a resident of Virginia, USA, stumbled upon a hidden treasure when she bought a glass vase for just $3.99 at a Goodwill store in Hanover County.
2 killed in Virginia mass shooting, US's 279th this year
Two people were killed and five were wounded in a shooting outside a high school graduation ceremony in Richmond, Virginia, United States (US), on Tuesday, reported Reuters.
US: 3 killed, 2 injured in Virginia University shooting
A student allegedly opened fire on the campus of the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, US, leaving three people dead and two injured late Sunday, the university police said.
US: 16 killed as torrential rains flood eastern Kentucky
The number of deaths in the United States' (US) eastern Kentucky state increased to at least 16 as "epic" torrential rains ripped down homes, wiped out highways, and drove rivers over their banks, state officials said, warning that more deaths were likely.
Johnny Depp's defamation case hearing against Amber Heard delayed again
The defamation case slapped by Johnny Depp against Amber Heard got a new date.
US: Indian national arrested for $21 million H-1B visa fraud
An Indian national has been arrested in the United States for committing a $21 million visa fraud.
WikiLeaks source Chelsea Manning ordered free from prison; fined $256,000
Former United States Army soldier Chelsea Manning was released from prison on Thursday on the orders of a federal court in Virginia.
Dozen red wine bottles launched into space; here's why
Last week, a dozen bottles of red wine were blasted off from a NASA launchpad in Virginia. The Bordeaux wines have already made their way to the International Space Station (ISS).
US: Islamic teacher sent porn videos to 15-year-old student; arrested
An Islamic teacher in Virginia, who engaged in sexual video conversations with a 15-year-old student, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. He was convicted at a trial in Alexandria federal court earlier this year.
Now, robots deliver pizza and coffee to students: Details here
Robotics is the future, and Starship Technologies is leveraging it for the benefit of students.
American-firm to pay $100,000 to settle Indian-origin employee's discrimination lawsuit
An American firm will pay $100,000 to settle a discrimination lawsuit filed on behalf of an Indian-origin employee who was fired for seeking a transfer to care for his differently-abled son.
Trump's spokeswoman booted out of eatery, restaurant explains why
White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders was, on Saturday, asked to leave a Virginia restaurant because she works with Donald Trump.
Virginia State University shooting: Campus on lockdown; one injured
Virginia State University is on lockdown following a shooting on the campus at 8:25pm (local time).
White nationalists return to Charlottesville, chant "Russia is our friend"
White supremacists became the subject of national scorn in the US after one woman was killed in violent clashes between right-wing supporters and counter-protesters in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Now report hate crime through the new civil rights app
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) launched a new app that supports civil rights and counters the alarming surge in hate crimes.
#ModiInUSA: PM says surgical strikes prove Indian can defend itself
PM Narendra Modi, who was attending a reception by the Indian-American community in Virginia, said India has successfully explained the threat of terrorism to the world.