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US Senator Cory Booker sets new Senate record with over 24-hour speech against Donald Trump
US Senator Cory Booker has made history with the longest Senate floor speech in modern times, speaking for 25 hours and five minutes in a dramatic protest against the policies of President Donald Trump. In a passionate and emotional address, Booker warned of a "crisis" in American democracy, condemning radical cost-cutting measures led by Trump and his advisor, billionaire Elon Musk. His marathon speech, while largely symbolic, electrified Democrats and highlighted growing discontent with the administration’s actions.
White House blunder: Journalist 'accidentally' receives secret Yemen war plans, democrats condemn as major security breach
White House officials accidentally revealed war plans involving Yemen's Houthi rebels in a message group including a journalist, according to a White House statement on Monday. The disclosure occurred shortly before the U.S. launched an attack against the group.
Why maids keep dying in Saudi Arabia
In Kenya, women eager for new opportunities in Saudi Arabia often face dire conditions instead. Promised decent wages, many encounter abuse, unpaid wages, and dire living conditions. Kenya and Uganda continue sending workers, despite increasing deaths and abuse cases. Authorities profit from the system, overlooking the exploitation and neglecting vital protections for the workers.
Trump's Inauguration Day: What to expect
Donald Trump will be inaugurated for his second term, planning numerous executive actions focused on border security and fossil fuel production. Various foreign leaders and prominent figures are set to attend, and Trump's inauguration committee has raised over $170 million to finance the ceremonies and related events.
What to expect on Donald Trump's Inauguration Day
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second term as U.S. president on Monday, marking a historic political comeback. The inauguration, moved indoors due to cold weather, will include an address by Trump focused on unity. Outgoing President Joe Biden will attend, along with several foreign leaders and prominent figures such as Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.
Donald Trump Inauguration: Executive orders, costs, guest list and everything else you need to know
Donald Trump inauguration: President-elect Donald Trump will move back into the White House on Monday after he officially becomes the 47th president of the United States. Inauguration day includes a formal swearing-in ceremony as well as musical performances, a celebratory parade and a number of formal balls. The inauguration is the most high-profile part of the transition of power between government leaders in Washington DC.
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Trump's Inauguration Day: What to expect
Donald Trump's second term as US President will begin with his inauguration on Monday. He plans to sign numerous executive orders and hold a campaign-style rally. Several foreign leaders are invited, and outgoing President Joe Biden will attend. The events are largely funded by Trump's inauguration committee.
Nearly 97,000 Indians held trying to enter US illegally between Oct 2022 to Sept 2023
A record 96,917 Indians were arrested while crossing illegally into the US between October 2022 and September 2023, according to the latest US Customs and Border Protection (UCBP) data. Indians apprehended while crossing the US border unlawfully have reportedly witnessed a five-fold increase in the past years.In 2019-20, 19,883 Indians were apprehended. In 2020-21, 30,662 Indians were arrested while in 2021-22 this number was 63,927, according to the data.
US Senate advances landmark gun control bill, House to follow
The $13 billion measure would toughen background checks for the youngest gun buyers, keep firearms from more domestic violence offenders and help states put in place red flag laws that make it easier for authorities to take weapons from people adjudged dangerous. It would also fund local programs for school safety, mental health and violence prevention.
Congress sends Biden $2.5 trillion debt limit hike, avoiding default
Capping a marathon day, the House gave final approval to the legislation early Wednesday morning on a near-party-line 221-209 vote, defusing a volatile issue until after the 2022 midterm elections. The action came just hours shy of a deadline set by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who warned last month that she was running out of maneuvering room to avoid the nation's first-ever default.
Analysis: Senate 'gangs' show Joe Biden what's possible, and not
Because the House and Senate will both have slimmer majorities, that creates opportunities for individual lawmakers to gain power by crossing party lines to tip the vote tally. It also means Biden's administration will likely be forced to rely on Republicans in the House, if the majority Democrats splinter, and in the Senate.
Wall Street ends lower on stimulus uncertainty, Facebook weighs
Investors are banking on a long-awaited relief package to help buttress an economy battered from the COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdowns that has led to millions of layoffs and overwhelmed the healthcare system.
S&P 500 ends almost flat as record remains elusive
Aggressive stimulus measures have helped the three main U.S. stock indexes bounce back from a coronavirus-driven crash in March. The benchmark index at one point on Friday was up 0.15% to 3,378.51 but retreated to close very marginally lower.
Indian-American entrepreneur Suneel Gupta loses primary elections in Michigan
Gupta, 38, received 18,873 votes or 21.3 per cent in the Democratic primary with 100 per cent of precincts reporting.
US withdraws from 'cesspool' UN Human Rights Council
Standing with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Nikki Haley slammed Russia, China, Cuba and Egypt for thwarting US efforts to reform the council.
Over 500,000 Pakistanis deported in last 5 years
Iran deported 10,346 Pakistanis in 2012, followed by 6,358 in 2013, declining sharply to 50 in 2014; 71 in 2015; 78 in 2016; and 50 by June this year.
Kamala Harris has potential to be first woman US President: Report
51-year-old Harris, whose mother was from Chennai and father from Jamaica, won the US Senate Seat from California in a landslide election this Tuesday, becoming the first black and Asian Senator from the state.
Things you need to know about Hillary Clinton’s e-mail controversy
The State Department Clinton’s use of private e-mail violated rules, but that problems with the department’s electronic communications began before she took office.
Demand to raise cap of H-1B visa raised by foreign-born entrepreneurs in US
The lottery for H-1B does not take into account the skills of these 'immigrant' workers. It is highly unfair, to both the co as well as the applicant.
Barack Obama warned against bypassing Congress on immigration reform
Opposing the move, Cornyn said criminal organisations would be one of the biggest beneficiaries of the President's executive order.
Wonder kid Ritankar Das felicitated at Indian Embassy in US
India-born wonder kid Ritankar Das, who this year became the youngest graduate topper of the prestigious University of California in more than a century, has been felicitated by the Indian Embassy here for his outstanding academic achievements.
Obama says he is committed to comprehensive immigration reform
President Barack Obama has said that he is committed to a comprehensive immigration reform, which is expected to benefit lakhs of illegal immigrants and also large number of Indians living in the US.
US House agrees to $1.9 trillion more debt
The House of Representatives on Thursday voted to allow the government to go $1.9 trillion deeper in debt _ an increase of about $6,000 more for every U.S. resident that provided a vivid election-year reminder of the country's perilous financial condition.
A forgotten US anniversary
The Watergate scandal is today a largely forgotten event.
US billionaire sues UBS in tax case
A billionaire who pleaded guilty to filing a false tax return involving foreign banking accounts has filed a lawsuit alleging Swiss bank UBS AG duped him into skirting US tax laws.
Economic meltdown revives Obama campaign
Terrible economic news reinvigorated the presidential campaign of Obama, who regained his footing in midst of the U.S. economy's meltdown.
McCain, Obama play blame game
Barack Obama and John McCain busied themselves with blaming one another for the economic hardships facing Americans, while overlooking their own roles in decisions that may have played into the slumping U.S. economy.
Obama fundraising machine slows down
Democrat Barack Obama reported on Saturday his most modest fundraising haul of the year following his unprecedented decision to reject public financing for his White House bid.
US House passes subsidy-heavy farm bill
The US House of Representatives Wednesday passed a mammoth 290 billion dollar farm bill with a veto-proof majority, which includes subsidies for farmers and help with food bills for the needy.
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