America

American's politicians are old and unwilling to step aside. Here's why it's likely to stay that way

For some US leaders staying in politics is central to their identity, while others think they’re indispensable – that they’re the only ones who can possibly do the job. In the political world, their interest is often about power as well

Why controversial Indian-origin poet Rupi Kaur has declined White House Diwali invite

Rupi Kaur turned down an invitation to the White House Diwali celebration on 8 November in protest of the US administration’s support for Israel amid the Gaza bombings. Born in India, the ‘queen of Instapoet’ immigrated to Canada with her family at the age of three

This Week in Explainers: Is TikTok pushing pro-Palestine content?

We are nearing a month since the Israel-Hamas war started and the world is divided. Social media has played a role and TikTok has been accused of being anti-Israel. All this and more in our weekly roundup of world news

Why Joe Biden might be forced to talk tough with Israel

After displaying unfettered support for Israel, the US is now pushing for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in the Gaza war. Besides electoral concerns, some American officials say the devastating scenes from the narrow enclave and warning by humanitarian groups may be behind the change in tone

Inside the 24-hour manhunt for the Maine shooting suspect who killed 18

\An extensive search has been ongoing since Thursday for Robert Card, an army reservist, by heavily armed police and FBI agents. Although the manhunt covered both land and water, the primary focus was a property belonging to one of his relatives. The suspect is still on the loose

Who is Heman Bekele, the 14-year-old US teen who invented soap to ‘treat’ skin cancer?

Heman Bekele, who created an inexpensive bar of soap that 'heals' skin cancer, has been crowned America's Top Young Scientist. The 14-year-old from Virginia describes himself as 'passionate about medicine, programming, and making an impact'

How Qatar facilitated release of 2 US hostages taken by Hamas

Hamas freed two American hostages late Friday ‘for humanitarian reasons’ after Qatar’s mediation efforts. Judith Tai Raanan, 59, and her 17-year-old daughter, Natalie, both residents of the Chicago area, were kidnapped by the militants during the 7 October rampage into southern Israel

Is Vivek Ramaswamy offering over Rs 80 lakh to hire a nanny?

Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy is reportedly seeking a nanny for his two children. It is the salary being offered by the Indian-American billionaire that has got tongues wagging

Happily Divorced: What are grey divorces on the rise in the US?

Divorces that include people older than age 50 have been dubbed 'grey divorces'. Their number is increasing despite the fact that divorce rates are steadily declining and it is expected to rise as Baby Boomers get older

White House state dinner: What did PM Modi wear? What about the Bidens?

The state dinner at the White House was a colourful affair. PM Narendra Modi paired his plain white kurta shirt with a slate-coloured jacket, while US president Joe Biden wore a classic black tux. First Lady shimmered in an emerald green sequined wrap dress by Ralph Lauren