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Donald Trump joins the TikTok video platform he once sought to ban
Politico, which first reported the news, said he posted a launch video on his account on Saturday night. The video showed Trump greeting fans at an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight in Newark, New Jersey.
Block deals worth over Rs 13,000 cr this week: Adani Ports, HDFC Bank, Vodafone Idea among stocks with top action
The week gone by was highly volatile, with Nifty gaining 2.2% or 490 points in four sessions and hitting a lifetime high of 23,000. The week was also in the news for block deals involving over three dozen companies from large, mid and smallcap segments worth Rs 13,059 crore on screen.
White House blocks Republican demands for audio of Biden special counsel interview, AP Explains
The White House has blocked the release of audio from President Joe Biden’s interview with a special counsel about his handling of classified documents, arguing Thursday that Republicans in Congress only wanted the recordings “to chop them up” and use the...
TikTok creators file suit to block US divestment or ban law
The suit, which seeks injunctive relief, says the law threatens free speech and "promises to shutter a discrete medium of communication that has become part of American life."
Michael Cohen testifies Trump backed payments to suppress news that could hurt 2016 campaign
Michael Cohen's trial testimony revealed secret arrangements to suppress damaging stories during the 2016 campaign, including hush money payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, with implications for the upcoming U.S. election.
US says Israel's use of US arms likely violated international law, but evidence is incomplete
Biden administration suggests Israel's use of U.S. weapons in Gaza may breach international law, lacking specific evidence. Report underscores potential violations. Debate stirs over humanitarian aid restrictions and political motives, fueling tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Congress.
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Donald Trump faces jail threat over gag order as prosecutors zero in on transactions at heart of the case
Former President Donald Trump faces the threat of jail time for violating a gag order in his hush money trial. Big-name witnesses like Stormy Daniels and Michael Cohen are expected to testify, shedding light on alleged cover-ups and deceptive practices related to payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign. Despite warnings from the judge, Trump's inflammatory out-of-court comments continue, leading to fines and the possibility of incarceration as a last resort.
White House weighs immigration relief for spouses of US citizens
The United States is exploring temporary legal status for immigrants married to Americans, energizing Democrats before the Nov. elections. Biden faces pressure to protect immigrants amidst executive actions to reduce border crossings and potential U.S.-Mexico border actions.
Joe Biden plans to cancel student loan debt, 23 million Americans may be impacted
President Biden's student debt relief plans target 23 million Americans, including up to $20,000 debt cancellation. Despite challenges, the administration continues efforts for loan forgiveness, with a focus on benefiting as many borrowers as possible.
Iran’s better, stealthier drones are remaking global warfare
Iran's drone technology is reshaping global conflicts, with drones based on Iranian designs being used in various countries, including Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine. These drones, like the Zagel-3 based on Iran's Ababil model, are becoming increasingly sophisticated and are used by militias and militaries worldwide. Iran's drone industry, fueled by sanctions and innovative methods to circumvent them, is a key element of its military strategy, allowing it to project power and influence far beyond its borders.
As Yellen heads to Beijing, China worries that the US is planning more tariffs on green tech
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urges China to change manufacturing policies, causing skepticism in state media amid fears of more US tariffs on green energy products. Yellen addresses unfair trade practices and overcapacity in clean energy sector during visit to major industrial hub. Concerns over flood of low-priced exports and job threats as US seeks balanced economic relationship with China. Discussions continue in Beijing over weekend on reshaping global economic landscape.
US national security adviser Sullivan met Israel's Gallant again, White House says
The White House meeting came a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu abruptly blocked an Israeli delegation from meeting American counterparts when the U.S. allowed a UN resolution demanding a Gaza ceasefire to be approved by abstaining from a vote on it.
'Brutal' Russia strikes show Ukraine aid needs: White House
Russia fired almost 90 missiles and more than 60 drones, damaging dozens of energy facilities including power stations and the country's largest hydroelectric plant and killing at least five people, Ukrainian officials said.
Trump hails election as 'most important date' in US history
Trump hails upcoming election as crucial, warns of potential chaos if not elected. He criticizes Biden, pledges to block Chinese car imports if re-elected. Biden's campaign calls Trump a "loser" and rejects his extremism. Trump focuses on immigration, accuses Biden of betraying African-American voters. Former VP Pence declines to endorse Trump for re-election.
Funds from sanction waiver by US not to go into Iran: White House
White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby clarified that funds from a US sanction waiver allowing Iraq to purchase energy from Iran will not go to the Iranian government. The waiver, renewed every three months, aims to help Iraq transition away from Iranian energy dependency. Kirby emphasized that the money goes to vendors providing humanitarian assistance to the Iranian people, not to the Iranian government. The US State Department reiterated that no money has been permitted to enter Iran under these waivers.
Trump launched CIA covert influence operation against China
Trump authorized CIA to influence Chinese public opinion against Xi Jinping's government. CIA criticized Belt and Road Initiative, aimed to create paranoia among Chinese leaders, and faced risks of escalating tensions with China.
Biden says he would sign TikTok crackdown, Trump raises concerns
President Biden plans to sign ByteDance divestiture bill for TikTok. Republican Donald Trump, expressed objections to banning TikTok
US to decide on TikTok ban next week: Here's what you need to know
The House will fast-track a vote next week on legislation that requires ByteDance to either divest TikTok and other applications it controls within 180 days of enactment of the bill, or face a ban in the United States.
Nikki Haley will suspend her campaign and leave Donald Trump as the last major Republican candidate
Haley, a former South Carolina governor and U.N. ambassador, was Trump’s first significant rival when she jumped into the race in February 2023. She spent the final phase of her campaign aggressively warning the GOP against embracing Trump, whom she argued was too consumed by chaos and personal grievance to defeat President Joe Biden in the general election.
Biden warns of 'dire' Ukraine fate in White House showdown
The showdown comes after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Ukraine desperately needs continued support from the West to defeat Russia's invasion, and voiced hope the United States would approve the stalled package that includes $60 billion of weapons and other aid.
Trump's language increasingly aggressive when describing possible second term
On the economy, Trump has said he is considering imposing a 10 percent tariff on almost all imports into the United States and stripping China of special trade rights. Trump said he would manage to end the war in Ukraine "in 24 hours" but gave no details on how he would accomplish this.
White House urges 'serious scrutiny' of US Steel takeover deal
President Joe Biden "believes the purchase of this iconic American-owned company by a foreign entity -- even one from a close ally -- appears to deserve serious scrutiny in terms of its potential impact on national security and supply chain reliability," National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard said in a statement.
In a month, Donald Trump faces first election contest since leaving office
As Iowa's primary nears, Trump leads GOP polls despite legal issues. DeSantis and Haley vie for traction in a field challenging the former president. Iowa kicks off the primary season, with rivals working to dent Trump's lead. Polls suggest Trump's dominance, but opponents hope to close the gap as nomination contests loom. The race centers on Iowa before shifting to other pivotal states, setting the stage for July's Republican National Convention. Biden remains the Democratic front-runner amid limited challenges.
Ukraine aid in growing jeopardy as Republicans double down on their demands for border security
The latest proposal, offered by lead GOP negotiator Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., during a meeting with a core group of senators before they departed Washington on Thursday afternoon, could force the White House to consider proposals that many Democrats will seriously oppose, creating new obstacles in the already fraught negotiation.
Osama Bin Laden's letter to America justifying 9/11 attack goes viral on social media
TikTok has seen a surge in popularity of videos supporting Osama bin Laden's "Letter to America," a decades-old letter criticizing the United States and its support of Israel. The letter, published a year after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, criticizes the US for supporting Jews and complicity in harming Muslims in the Middle East. Some TikTok users view the document as an awakening to America's role in global affairs and express disappointment in the US.
Nvidia plans to release three new chips for China: Analysts
The chip industry newsletter SemiAnalysis said that the Nvidia chips are called the HGX H20, L20 PCIe and L2 PCIe and that Nvidia could announce them on Nov. 16 at the earliest. Nvidia's shares were up 3.3% in midday trading after the report.
With executive order, White House tries to balance AI's potential and peril
On Monday, the White House announced its own attempt to govern the fast-moving world of AI with a sweeping executive order that imposes new rules on companies and directs a host of federal agencies to begin putting guardrails around the technology.
War in Israel a new front in US election campaign
Republicans are accusing President Joe Biden of being weak in his defense of Israel and handling of Iran following the surprise Hamas assault. They see this as an opportunity to contrast their support for Israel with Biden's perceived weakness. Trump and other Republican presidential hopefuls criticized Biden, while Biden emphasized firm US support for Israel in a speech. Republicans also criticized the Biden administration's decision to release frozen Iranian oil revenue, accusing them of indirectly financing the Hamas attack. The Republican attacks pose political problems for Biden, particularly in working with Republicans to send more aid to Israel.
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