USA

Is Trump’s approach to the Russia-Ukraine war a geopolitical gamble or a strategic withdrawal?

Trump’s strategy has devolved into a pattern of contradictions and disengagement.

How the US funding cuts are affecting international graduate students

The recent measures taken by US President Trump have caught the world of academia off guard, especially international students.

USA sole bidder for 2031 Women's World Cup, UK set to host in 2035

The United States is the sole bidder for the 2031 Women's World Cup, and the United Kingdom is set to host the 2035 tournament, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced on Thursday.

Whether US is heading for recession or just 'detox,' downturns are costly

Recessions come with costs. Business profits fall, as do stock prices, which can then amplify the impact as investors reduce their own consumption.

US military plane deporting illegal Indians lands in Amritsar

Migration has been among the key issues discussed by India and the US since Trump took charge last month

Major storm sweeps across Central and Eastern US, leaves 5 dead

The mercury could sink tens of degrees below seasonal norms on the US Gulf Coast.

China says it 'firmly opposes' US military aid to Taiwan

"This move gravely infringes on China's sovereignty and security interests," Beijing's foreign ministry said in a statement, adding it "firmly opposes this action".

Russia says US using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia

The US is Taiwan's most important international backer and arms supplier, despite the lack of formal diplomatic recognition

Guns, transgender rights on docket for US Supreme Court fall term

David Cole, the legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which frequently brings cases before the highest court, said he expects "a much quieter term than we've had in the last couple of years."

November 29, 2022
November 29, 2022

Fans brace for politically charged US-Iran match at World Cup

Diplomatic foes the United States and Iran face off on the pitch at the World Cup on Tuesday in a match that some Iranians fear may see further run-ins with stadium security or clashes with pro-government fans over raging protests back home.

November 29, 2022
November 29, 2022

Iran 0-1 USA: What’s your prediction?

Diplomatic foes the United States and Iran face off on the pitch at the World Cup on Tuesday in a match that some Iranians fear may see further run-ins with stadium security or clashes with pro-government fans over raging protests back home.

November 25, 2022
November 25, 2022

England 3-2 USA: What’s your prediction?

A flying England will hope to follow up their goal frenzy against Iran with a similar performance against the USA in a tasty Group B clash.

November 22, 2022
November 22, 2022

'All about Bale again', says Wales coach Page

Wales coach Rob Page said it was "all about (Gareth) Bale again" after he scored a late penalty to salvage a 1-1 draw against the United States at the World Cup on Monday.

November 12, 2022
November 12, 2022

USA first team to arrive in Qatar

US players on Thursday became the first from a World Cup team to arrive in Qatar, ten days before the tournament starts.

November 7, 2022
November 7, 2022

Z-library banned, students in a frenzy

On November 4, domain names of Z-Library, the website which claimed to be the world’s largest ebook library, were seized by the US Department of Justice. 

August 17, 2022
August 17, 2022

“US, West may not like India buying Russian oil but accept it”

The United States and Western countries may not appreciate India buying Russian oil but they have accepted it as New Delhi has not been defensive about its stand, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said.

July 28, 2022
July 28, 2022

New $588mn bridge in Los Angeles closes several times amid chaos and collisions

The newest bridge in Los Angeles, a $588-million architectural marvel with views of the downtown skyline, opened to great fanfare on July 10. It has already been closed, to great dismay, several times since then amid chaos and collisions.

May 26, 2022
May 26, 2022

Marketing pills or monetizing pain? One family’s greed destroys thousands

Empire of Pain is a wondrous achievement of investigative journalism.

April 24, 2022
April 24, 2022

No scope to repeal sanctions on Rab without concrete actions: US Ambassador

There is no scope for repealing the sanctions against Rab, without concrete actions and accountability, United States Ambassador to Bangladesh Peter Haas said today.