Topic: United States
What is TikTok Ownership Controversy?
Popular video sharing platform TikTok is facing a potential ban in the United States after the House of Representatives passed a bill recently. The move, initiated by US...
What is deadly Fungus Candida Auris, that is Rapidly Spreading in US?
A deadly fungal infection called Candida auris is spreading rapidly in the United States. Recently, four people in Washington state tested positive. Despite being rare, doctors caution that...
Rio Grande River Barrier
In a recent legal development, the US Justice Department has taken legal action against the state of Texas and its Governor, Greg Abbott, over the installation of floating...
Talisman Sabre Exercises 2023
Australia and the United States have initiated the Talisman Sabre joint military exercises, a large-scale show of force and unity involving more than 30,000 troops and participants from...
Admiral Lisa Franchetti
In a groundbreaking move, President Joe Biden has selected Admiral Lisa Franchetti as the Navy’s highest-ranking officer, marking a historic moment for gender equality and diversity in the...
EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
The European Union has given its approval for a new data deal with the United States, marking an important milestone for tech giants like Facebook and Google. This...
US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action in College Admissions
Affirmative action in college admissions has been a contentious issue, and the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court has significant implications for race-conscious policies. Striking Down...
‘In-country’ Renewable H-1B Visas
The United States authorities have recently announced a significant development in the H-1B visa renewal process. The introduction of ‘in-country’ renewable H-1B visas aims to streamline the renewal...
High Death Rates in Bee Colonies
Honeybee colonies in the United States are facing a concerning trend according to an annual bee survey conducted by the University of Maryland and Auburn University. While the...
Prime Minister Modi’s Gifts to President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden
During the State Visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden with special gifts. These gifts not only reflect India’s rich cultural...
US NIST Launches Public Working Group for AI Technologies
The United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has initiated a public working group dedicated to tackling the challenges and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI). ...
