USAFederal immigration officers opened fire on 28-year-old Oscar Belgal in New York on Thursday after agents claimed the suspect accelerated his vehicle toward them, endangering their lives. The incident, which left Belgal with a neck wound, occurred while a five-year-old child remained in the passenger seat of the car.
USAA remote airstrip in Laos, once a covert CIA supply hub during the Vietnam War, has emerged as the site of China's newest military outpost in Southeast Asia. Satellite imagery confirms Beijing is actively developing the Ban Keun facility, now serving as a joint training center for Chinese and Lao air forces.
USANew Delhi has formally rebuked US Vice President JD Vance for labeling foreign workers as "indentured servants" during his recent crackdown on corporate immigration policies. The Indian Foreign Ministry dismissed the rhetoric as unwarranted, arguing that the movement of skilled professionals remains a pillar of economic synergy between the two nations.
USAHurricane Isaias intensified into a Category 2 storm on Thursday, tracking toward the northern Gulf Coast with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph. Forecasters warn of a dangerous landfall expected late Friday or early Saturday, prompting urgent evacuations across Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi as residents scramble to secure their properties.
USAAfter two weeks in federal custody, award-winning Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh walked free on bond Thursday. His arrest at Washington Dulles International Airport on September 24 triggered a campaign by supporters who argued his detention ignored his pending asylum status and his contributions to independent cinema.
USAConflict between Tehran and Tel Aviv escalated this week as the Iranian Embassy in India dismissed Israel’s regional security claims as a mask for occupation. Challenging recent comments by Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar, Tehran argued that decades of displacement, not the October 7 attacks, define the current reality in the Middle East.
USATwo Mumbai-based shipping and logistics companies, along with five Indian nationals, now face severe US financial restrictions for allegedly facilitating the illicit transport of Iranian petroleum. The move, part of a broader crackdown on Tehran’s revenue streams, targets entities accused of channeling millions of dollars to the Iranian regime.
USAThe Trump administration has suspended a pivotal green card sponsorship program for several global tech giants, citing allegations that firms are exploiting the system to replace American employees with cheaper labor. This move halts both new and pending applications for companies including Microsoft, Cognizant, and Infosys.
USATata Consultancy Services insists the Trump administration’s decision to suspend the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) program for eight major IT firms will not disrupt its operations. The company maintains that its reliance on the green card filing system has been minimal, citing single-digit application volumes over the past two years.
USAVice President JD Vance announced Thursday that the White House has barred Microsoft, Adobe, and six major IT outsourcing firms from the Permanent Labour Certification Programme. The administration accuses these corporations of abusing the system to replace American employees with lower-paid foreign workers, labeling the practice a systemic fraud.
USAThe Trump administration has barred eight major technology firms, including Microsoft, Tata, and Infosys, from the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme. By halting new applications, Washington aims to address allegations that these companies prioritize foreign talent over American workers, effectively disrupting a vital pathway to permanent residency for thousands of skilled professionals.
USAThe Pentagon confirmed Thursday that the upcoming execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be broadcast via livestream, marking a departure from traditional military protocols. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who previously characterized the December 3 event as public, signaled a shift toward unprecedented transparency in capital punishment.
USAThe US Department of Labour has suspended several global IT giants from the Permanent Labour Certification Programme, effectively blocking their ability to sponsor foreign workers for green cards. Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling and Vice President JD Vance announced the crackdown, citing a systematic displacement of American workers by foreign visa holders.
USAFederal agents surrounded a vehicle in the Bronx on Thursday afternoon, firing multiple rounds into the car while a five-year-old child was seated inside. The incident, which left the unidentified man hospitalized, has sparked an immediate confrontation between New York City leadership and the incoming federal administration.
USAPresident Donald Trump moved to stabilize markets and voter sentiment on Thursday, explicitly ruling out military strikes against Iran before the November 3 midterm elections. The announcement follows reports that the White House had requested strike options from the Pentagon, fueling uncertainty as domestic fuel prices continue to climb.
USAFamilies gathered at the San Diego quayside on Thursday as the USS Abraham Lincoln finally docked, ending a grueling deployment that kept the nuclear-powered carrier at sea for nearly a year. The vessel, which saw intense combat operations in the Middle East, returned home under a cloud of scrutiny regarding crew welfare.
Donald Trump honored Elon Musk with the National Medal of Science on Thursday, signaling a total reconciliation between the two power brokers. The president lauded the SpaceX founder as a modern-day Thomas Edison during a ceremony at a Washington institute, effectively ending the public rift that followed Musk’s departure from the administration.
USAVice President J.D. Vance has suspended Microsoft from the federal Permanent Labour Certification program, citing concerns over system abuse. The move halts the company’s ability to initiate green card applications for foreign workers, prompting an immediate defense from the tech giant regarding its hiring and visa retention policies.
USADonald Trump is seeking to convert his private golf course in West Palm Beach into a presidential retreat, envisioning a facility that mirrors the function of Camp David. The proposal, already submitted to Palm Beach County officials, would offer federal leaders a secure, dedicated space for recreation and diplomatic meetings.
USAA single missed notification by a UPS employee caused a shipment of sensitive F-35 components to transit through Hong Kong, potentially exposing classified radar-absorbing technology to Chinese intelligence. The oversight occurred despite specific warnings from freight forwarder DSV A/S intended to keep the hardware clear of restricted jurisdictions.
USAAfter surviving a botched lethal injection attempt, 50-year-old Christa Pike now sits at the center of an unprecedented legal debate. With Tennessee officials silent on future plans, experts warn that a second attempt to execute the inmate could trigger years of litigation and constitutional challenges over cruel and unusual punishment.
USAJamaal Howard was executed by lethal injection Wednesday in Huntsville, marking the 30th such death in the United States this year. The 46-year-old was pronounced dead at 8:03 p.m. following his conviction for the 2000 robbery and fatal shooting of convenience store clerk Vickie Swartout in Silsbee, Texas.
USAFour years after Washington identified Beijing’s LOGINK platform as a digital superweapon poised to dominate international maritime logistics, the project has effectively vanished. Once championed by the Chinese government as a key global infrastructure tool, the venture is now mired in legal battles, unpaid debts, and empty offices.
USAIndia’s Ministry of Communications has refuted allegations from Elon Musk that local oligarchs are obstructing Starlink’s expansion to protect their market monopoly. The government maintains that its satellite communication framework is strictly non-discriminatory and follows established security protocols, dismissing the billionaire’s claims as entirely baseless and misconceived.
USAElon Musk has leveled accusations against unnamed Indian oligarchs, claiming they are obstructing the entry of his satellite internet service, Starlink, into the local market. The billionaire labeled the ongoing delay a crime against the Indian people, arguing that entrenched interests are acting solely to protect their existing telecommunications monopolies.
USAAfter two lethal injections failed to end her life on September 30, 50-year-old death row inmate Christa Pike regained consciousness in a hospital, reportedly asking "Where am I?" and "Who are you?" following days of medical uncertainty that left her legal team fearing she was brain dead.
USASheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, 18, was taken into custody Tuesday after purchasing an AK-47, ammunition, and high-capacity magazines from an undercover federal agent. Court documents reveal the Minnesota resident intended to target a Hmong cultural event at the Mall of America, aiming to kill up to 60 people in the name of ISIS.
USAPresident Donald Trump will award the National Medal of Science to a group of industry titans, including Elon Musk, Google co-founder Sergei Brin, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, during a summit this Thursday. The ceremony highlights the administration’s focus on securing American leadership in the global innovation landscape.
USAWith the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize announcement scheduled for Friday, Donald Trump has openly questioned whether the Norwegian Nobel Committee would ever consider him for the honor. The President, currently navigating multiple international conflicts, suggested he deserves the recognition despite his skepticism regarding the committee's traditional selection process.
USAAs the seven-month conflict with Iran persists, Donald Trump insists the United States has successfully stripped Tehran of its nuclear power. Speaking to reporters ahead of a campaign rally, the president predicted a rapid conclusion to the hostilities, asserting that domestic energy prices will plummet once the military situation resolves.