Washington

03:56 PM
US nominates attorney Gene Scalia as Labor secretary

The United States President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated attorney Eugene Gene Scalia as the next Labor Secretary.

02:57 PM
Healthy lifestyle could help offset genetic risk of dementia

Adopting a healthy lifestyle comes with numerous benefits and one among them is that it offset a person's genetic risk of dementia, suggests a new study.

12:14 PM
US welcomes construction of Kartarpur corridor

The United States Natwelcomed the construction of the Kartarpur corridor for Sikh pilgrims, saying it is "incredibly supportive" of steps that boost people-to-people ties between India and Pakistan.

04:16 PM
Trump and Democrats clash over racism

The Democratic party, which has a majority in the House of Representatives, introduced a resolution on Monday condemning the tweets of US President Donald Trump against four of their women lawmakers as "racist".

09:49 AM
Anshula Kant appointed MD, CFO of World Bank Group

Anshula Kant, managing director of the State Bank Of India, has been appointed as managing director and chief financial officer of the World Bank, its president David Malpass announced Friday.

09:55 AM
Trump to hold another 'Salute to America' Independence Day celebration next year

US President Donald Trump confirmed that his 'Salute to America' Independence Day celebrations will be taking place at the US capital's National Mall next year as well.

04:35 PM
Bill moved in US House to put India on par with Washington's 'closest allies'

A legislation has been moved in the United States' House of Representatives seeking to advance the US-India strategic relationship and bring New Delhi on par with Washington's "closest allies and partners".

11:24 AM
Biden raises USD 6.3 million in first 24 hours of launching campaign for 2020 US presidential elections

Former US President Joe Biden raised USD 6.3 million in the first 24 hours after launching the presidential campaign for the 2020 elections, his campaign said.

11:22 AM
US, China to hold talks on trade dispute next week

The United States and China are expected to meet next week in Washington to further discuss the trade deal, announced US Treasury Secretary Mnuchin Steven.

01:30 PM
Jonas Brothers’ latest music video out, also features their leading ladies

The Jonas Brothers are back with an all-new music track and are accompanied by their leading ladies.

11:31 AM
US offers $1 million reward to find Osama bin Laden's son

The United States on Thursday (local time) offered US $1 million reward for information on slain terrorist Osama bin Laden son's Hamza bin Laden.

03:05 PM
China: 'Important progress' made in trade talks with US

Both China and the United States have hailed trade talks, which were held between the two sides in Washington on January 30 and 31, with Beijing noting that "important progress" was made in "frank discussions".

01:59 PM
Hollywood celebrities share heartwarming Christmas pictures

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and celebrities are enjoying every bit of festive fervour.

02:10 PM
US likely to slap tariffs on $200 bn of Chinese goods

Donald Trump administration is eyeing another package of tariffs on Chinese products as the trade war between Washington and Beijing showed no signs of abetting.

07:35 PM
How eating slowly can help you lose weight

If you gobble down food in a hurry, it's time to change your habit as simply chewing your food longer can prevent obesity.

05:49 PM
Nearly 50 percent food allergies develop after age 17

A study has recently found that nearly 45 percent of people experience the onset of at least one food allergy after the age of 17.

12:47 PM
Rock legend Tom Petty passes away at 66

The Heartbreakers' frontman Tom Petty, 66, has died after suffering cardiac arrest.

05:15 PM
Nearly 8 in 1,000 babies born with alcohol-related birth defects: Study

Beware would-be-mothers, drinking during pregnancy may harm your baby, as a study has recently revealed that globally eight in 1,000 babies are born with alcohol-related birth defects.

11:36 AM
Joseph Dunford says Syria has not used chemical weapons since April

Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joseph Dunford, on Sunday, said the Syrian Government forces have not used chemical weapons since April.

12:08 PM
PM Modi in U.S: CEOs to stress on introducing stricter cyber laws in meeting

Prime Minister Modi, who reached Washington D.C. minutes back, would be the first world leader to have a working dinner with Trump at the White House on Monday.

01:54 PM
Donald Trump is all set to meet PM Modi on June 25-26

At the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Modi will visit Washington D.C. on June 25-26.

04:00 PM
And you thought extreme sports are just for adrenaline rush!

Jumping to your death? Turns out, extreme sportsmen and women are "not adrenaline junkies with a death wish."

12:45 PM
Miranda Kerr ties the knot with Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel

Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel are now husband and wife.

11:17 AM
Ishaq Dar to lead Pak delegations at IMF-World Bank meetings in U.S.

Pakistan Finance Minister Ishaq Dar attending different events in regard to IMF World Bank meetings will have bilateral meetings with finance ministers of other countries as well as heads of important international organizations.