Europe had experienced a great deal of heat from Donald Trump during his first term as president. He had cast doubt on the continuing relevance of NATO, viewed it as a financial burden on the US because the Europeans were not spending enough on their own…
From S Jaishankar, Meloni To Musk, Who Is Invited?
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States is expected to be a high-profile event, with several global leaders and influential figures confirming their attendance. The ceremony will take place on January 20 at the US Capitol, with proceedings starting at 12 pm…
Trump’s ‘Monaco’ Vision For Gaza Is As Tone-Deaf As It Can Get
During his election campaign in October, Donald Trump was asked if Gaza could be rebuilt. He replied: “Gaza could be better than Monaco,” adding, “It has the best location in the Middle East, the best water, the best everything.” Ever the real estate developer, one might…
Starbucks Shift On Non-Paying Visitors Stirs Debate In US
New York: Starbucks has stirred the coffee pot by reversing a policy that allowed anyone to use its bathrooms, with the US public warned they’ll need to buy something or get out. In a new code of conduct issued Monday, the hot drink behemoth that boasts…
Federal Probe Begins Into Deadly Los Angeles Fires
Los Angeles: A huge federal probe was under way Tuesday into what caused the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, with millions in the city clamoring for answers. Social media has exploded with theories about what started blazes that tore through the city of Altadena and the upmarket…
For An India-Canada Reset, Trudeau Really Had To Go
Finally, Justin Trudeau decided that he will have to quit to save himself any further ignominy. His politics and his career have been adrift for a while now with no seeming way out of the morass he was sinking into with each passing day. It must…
Donald Trump Shares New US Map Amid Controversy
Washington DC: After teasing the “dawn of America’s golden age”, the US President-elect has shared a new map of the United States, which incorporates Canada as its territory. This comes hours after Mr Trump threatened to use “economic force” to absorb Canada into the United States.…
US Records 1st Human Bird Flu Death, Expert Says “Virus Can Be Lethal”
Washington: Louisiana health authorities on Monday reported the first human death in the United States linked to bird flu, while noting the patient had underlying medical conditions and that general risks to the public remained “low.” The patient, aged over 65, had been hospitalized in the…
Winter Storm In US Kills 5, Leaves Nearly 2 Lakh People Without Power
Washington, United States: A winter storm system dumped heavy snow and freezing rain across the eastern United States on Monday, disrupting travel for millions after bringing hazardous road conditions in the Midwest that saw at least five people killed. Over 175,000 people were without power from…
Six Indian-Americans Sworn-In As Members Of US House Of Representatives
Washington: In a momentous occasion for Indian Americans, six of their leaders on Friday were sworn-in as the members of the US House of Representatives, the largest so far for this minority ethnic community in the United States. “When I was first sworn in twelve years…