New York, July 21 (IANS) The heightened tensions over confrontations with immigration enforcement officers have taken a dangerous turn with an ex-Army man launching a fiery attack on the agency’s office here.Outside the federal building housing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and various government agencies, the man poured petrol, lit it, set off fireworks and fired shots on Monday, injuring three people, authorities said.It followed the shooting deaths of two people during traff…
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Miami, July 18 (IANS) France and England will conclude their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns on Sunday when they face off in the third-place playoff at Miami Stadium in Florida. After falling short in the semifinals, both European heavyweights will be aiming to finish the tournament on a positive note, even if the bronze-medal contest falls well short of the occasion they had targeted.France’s hopes of reaching a second successive World Cup final were ended by an impressive Spain side, while Engla…
Washington, June 27 (IANS) State governments across the United States have emerged as the new frontline in Washington’s strategic competition with China, with lawmakers and security experts warning that Beijing is increasingly targeting local institutions, universities, critical infrastructure and state legislatures.The issue took centre stage during a hearing of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, where witnesses argued that Chinese influence operations had expanded well …
Houston, June 22 (IANS) Portugal face a must-win assignment when they meet Uzbekistan in their second Group K fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with both teams eager to breathe new life into their campaigns. The clash at Houston Stadium in Texas carries significant weight, particularly for Portugal, who cannot afford another slip if they are to remain in control of their path to the knockout stages.Roberto Martínez’s men endured a frustrating start to the tournament after being held to a 1-1 …
Washington, June 21 (IANS) From Texas parks and New York’s Times Square to state legislatures and governors’ offices, International Day of Yoga was celebrated across the United States this weekend, reflecting the growing mainstream acceptance of a practice that originated in India and has evolved into a nationwide wellness movement.This year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” focused on preventive healthcare, active living and mental well-being.More than a decade after the United Nations design…
Washington, June 13 (IANS) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump’s push for “energy dominance” is central to the administration’s efforts to strengthen the economy, boost manufacturing and enhance national security, arguing that abundant domestic energy will be critical to winning the global race in artificial intelligence and advanced industries.Speaking at the Petroleum Club of Houston on Friday, Bessent described energy as the foundation of the administration’s econo…
Washington, June 6 (IANS) The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed a second detection of the New World Screwworm (NWS) in Texas, marking another case in the same county where the first US detection in decades was reported earlier this week. According to the USDA, the latest case was identified in a one-month-old calf in Zavala County, approximately 9 km from the first confirmed case reported on Wednesday, which involved a three-week-old calf.NWS is a serious parasitic pest that affe…
Washington, June 6 (IANS) A Republican Congressman has introduced legislation that would sharply reshape the US H-1B visa programme, a move that could have significant implications for thousands of highly skilled foreign professionals, including many from India who use the visa to work in the United States. Representative Chip Roy of Texas this week unveiled the American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026, proposing sweeping changes to the programme used by US employers to hire foreign workers…
Fort Worth (USA), May 29 (IANS) Indian-American golfers Sahith Theegala and Akshay Bhatia made solid starts at the Charles Schwab Challenge with matching opening rounds of 3-under 67 in the PGA Tour event being played at Colonial Country Club in Texas.The duo ended the first day tied for 32nd place, three shots behind a six-way lead in a tightly-packed leaderboard. Indo-Canadian Sudarshan Yellamaraju, meanwhile, endured a difficult day and was tied 103rd after a 1-over 71.Sharing the lead at 6-u…
Los Angeles, May 19 (IANS) The fan-favourite series ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ is set to have its spinoff. The series will premiere during the 2026-2027 broadcast season. ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ creator Shonda Rhimes serves as co-creator and executive producer on the new series alongside Meg Marinis, who has been the ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ showrunner since Season 20 in 2024, reports ‘Variety’.As per the official logline, the currently untitled one-hour series is “an edgy drama about a team at a…