A cross-country spiritual pilgrimage known as the Walk for Peace was interrupted this week after a crash on U.S. 90 near Dayton left two Buddhist monks injured. The monks were among a group walking across the United States on a 2,300-mile trek designed to promote unity, compassion, and inner peace. The incident occurred on Wednesday as the group continued its route through Texas, one of several states included in the long-distance journey. The Walk for Peace began on October 26 at t

Former president Joe Biden is scheduled to attend the memorial service for former vice president Dick Cheney on Thursday, joining a group of national leaders and longtime associates gathering in Washington to honor the influential political figure. The service, set to begin at 11 a.m. ET at Washington National Cathedral, will include tributes from several individuals who worked closely with Cheney throughout his decades of involvement in public life. Former president George W. Bush, under who

US rapper Travis Scott returned to Mumbai for his second India performance within a month, drawing massive crowds and viral attention. While the concert highlights quickly spread online, one particular video stood out: security teams spraying water over fans before the show to help them cope with Mumbai’s heat. The move was welcomed enthusiastically by attendees, who cheered and enjoyed the cooling showers as they waited for Scott to take the stage. With temperatures running high during thi

Indian-origin venture capitalist Asha Jadeja Motwani has asserted that she played a role in shaping former President Donald Trump’s recent shift in tone on the H-1B visa program, a move that has triggered debate among his political supporters. The program, which enables United States companies to hire skilled foreign workers, has long been a focal point in policy discussions involving the technology sector. Motwani said she spoke directly with both Trump and Vice President JD Vance about th

Health officials across the United States are closely monitoring a rapidly spreading H3N2 influenza strain that has already led to unusually large outbreaks in several countries. The early and aggressive activity observed abroad is raising concern that the U.S. may be headed toward a more challenging flu season than in recent years. Countries including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan have recorded stronger-than-normal waves of influenza infection, with some regions reporting significant

A significant privacy issue in WhatsApp has come to light after researchers revealed that a long-standing flaw exposed the phone numbers and profile photos of nearly 3.5 billion users worldwide. The discovery was made by a team from the University of Vienna, who found that WhatsApp’s contact-discovery system lacked proper rate limiting, allowing automated tools to check millions of phone numbers per hour. Through this gap, researchers were able to confirm whether a number was registered on

Cristiano Ronaldo made an unexpected appearance at a White House state dinner hosted by United States President Donald Trump in honour of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The high-profile gathering, held in the East Room, brought together political leaders, top executives and international guests, adding a notable sporting figure to an already prominent list. The presence of the Portuguese football icon drew considerable attention, marking one of his rare visits to the Unite

President Donald Trump has introduced a new fast-track visa system called the “FIFA Pass” for international fans attending the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Announced at the Oval Office alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, the scheme offers ticket holders a prioritized visa appointment to ensure smoother travel ahead of the massive tournament. The US expects between five and ten million visitors, making streamlined entry a major focus for the administration. Despite

US President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to support the release of the Epstein Files marks a dramatic reversal from his earlier refusal, when he dismissed the move as a Democratic distraction. The shift reportedly began after Republicans suffered defeats in several gubernatorial and mayoral races, prompting advisers to push Trump toward a more transparent stance. In a Truth Social post, Trump insisted he had nothing to hide and encouraged House Republicans to vote in favour of the releas

US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will move forward with selling F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in defence cooperation just as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman prepares for his first Washington visit in more than seven years. Trump described Saudi Arabia as a strong ally and confirmed that the kingdom’s request for the world-class stealth aircraft will be fulfilled. The crown prince is expected to arrive with clear priorities, includi

The United States has officially ended production of the one-cent coin, closing the chapter on more than two centuries of penny circulation. The decision marks the first time since 1793 that the US Mint will no longer manufacture the nation’s lowest-value currency, and it comes after years of financial losses tied to the cost of producing each coin. The final penny was struck on November 12 at the Philadelphia Mint by US Treasurer Brandon Beach, symbolically concluding 232 years of continuo

India has signed its first structured, long-term contract to import liquefied petroleum gas from the United States, marking what government officials describe as a major turning point in the country’s energy sourcing strategy. The announcement comes at a time when global energy markets remain highly volatile and nations are increasingly seeking diversified, stable supply lines. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the agreement will help safeguard India’s fuel supply du

The United States is preparing a major escalation in its economic pressure campaign against Russia, with President Donald Trump announcing that he supports Senate legislation enabling Washington to impose tariffs of up to 500 percent on countries that continue significant trade with Moscow. The measure represents one of the most aggressive attempts yet to curtail Russian war funding and signals growing frustration in Washington over the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Speaking before

President Donald Trump formally withdrew his endorsement of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene on Friday, ending a long-running alliance that had once positioned Greene among his most vocal supporters in Congress. The move marked the latest escalation in a widening political rift, one that has increasingly drawn national attention as debates over foreign policy, party loyalty, and the handling of Justice Department documents connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein intensify in

US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he intends to file a lawsuit seeking between $1 billion and $5 billion against the BBC, following the broadcaster’s apology for a misleading edit of one of his speeches. Trump said the legal action would likely begin next week and insisted that the broadcaster had already “admitted” wrongdoing, though it has publicly denied that its actions meet the threshold for defamation. The dispute centers on a video segment included in a documen

In the last few years, remote work opportunities from the United States have opened the door for skilled professionals in India to build high-paying global careers without relocating. With U.S. companies rapidly embracing distributed teams, talented Indian candidates now have access to flexible jobs, dollar-based pay, and career growth while staying in the comfort of India. Whether you are a software developer, designer, marketer, customer support executive, or finance professional, U.S. remo

Government contracting is one of the most rewarding and stable career paths for Indian professionals living in the United States. From IT and cybersecurity to engineering and project management, thousands of Indians work for US federal contractors every year. These jobs offer competitive salaries, long-term projects, job security, and exposure to high-impact federal programs. Even though many government jobs require US citizenship, government contracting