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CNN anchor claims Joe Biden ‘knew’ every debate question that was coming
After Joe Biden’s concerning performance in the presidential debate, CNN's Erin Burnett has said the president knew "every one of these questions is coming.”
![CNN anchor claims Biden ‘knew’ every debate question that was coming (Photo by JUSTIN SULLIVAN / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) CNN anchor claims Biden ‘knew’ every debate question that was coming (Photo by JUSTIN SULLIVAN / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/US_1719592580511_1719592580759.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:09 PM IST
India rejects US govt's report on religious freedom in country: ‘Deeply biased’
The United States' annual report on global religious freedom has expressed worries regarding India's anti-conversion laws, incidents of hate speech
![External affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal External affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/Randhir_Jaiswal_1719584979548_1719584979785.png)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 09:33 PM IST
Joe Biden vows to return to debate stage with Donald Trump: report
Joe Biden has vowed to return for a second debate against Donald Trump, after the president’s performance in the presidential debate was dubbed disastrous.
Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:29 PM IST
NYT columnist, Biden's close friend, says president must ‘bow out’ after debate
New York Times columnist Thomas L. Friedman, who is a close friend of Joe Biden, said the president’s performance in the presidential debate made him “weep.”
![NYT columnist, Biden's close friend, says president's debate performance made him ‘weep’ (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)(AFP) NYT columnist, Biden's close friend, says president's debate performance made him ‘weep’ (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/US-POLITICS-VOTE-DEBATE-BIDEN-1_1719584215306_1719584243860.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:51 PM IST
Jill Biden speaks out about ‘two visions for America': ‘I want you to…’
Jill Biden spoke out about the Trump-Biden debate during a stop at a Virginia Beach Biden campaign field office while she was on her way to Atlanta.
![Jill Biden speaks out about ‘two visions for America' (AP Photo/John C. Clark)(AP) Jill Biden speaks out about ‘two visions for America' (AP Photo/John C. Clark)(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Election-2024-Jill-Biden-1_1719523035400_1719523072541.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 02:51 AM IST
Biden-Trump debate: ‘Protecting democracy,' Jan 6 key points to watch out for
Ahead of the Joe Biden-Donald Trump presidential debate, it is expected that the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot and “threat to democracy” might take centre stage.
Published on Jun 28, 2024 02:19 AM IST
2 Karnal youths go for a swim in US lake, drown
They were identified as Mehtab Virk, 24, of Gobindgarh village, and Ekam Preet, 17, of Churni Jagir village in Karnal district
![Mehtab and Ekam both went to a lake in San Francisco with one of their friends. The two went inside to swim across, while the third waited outside, said families. (Getty image) Mehtab and Ekam both went to a lake in San Francisco with one of their friends. The two went inside to swim across, while the third waited outside, said families. (Getty image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Mehtab-and-Ekam-both-went-to-a-lake-in-San-Francis_1719518023488.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:34 AM IST
Bhavey Nagpal, Karnal
Joe Biden shares video saying Donald Trump is ‘unfit’ for office
Joe Biden posted a video on X ahead of the presidential debate, calling Donald Trump “unfit” for office.
![Joe Biden shares video saying Donald Trump is ‘unfit’ for office(AP) Joe Biden shares video saying Donald Trump is ‘unfit’ for office(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/donald-trump_cb8a27f0-0248-11eb-b32f-32d5f7e2c720_1719513306495.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 12:08 AM IST
Bill and Melinda Gates' eldest daughter Jennifer announces pregnancy
Jennifer is expecting her second baby with her husband, Nayel Nassar.
Published on Jun 27, 2024 11:23 PM IST
Emergency abortions in Idaho can continue for time being, US Supreme Court says
This comes a day after the Supreme Court accidentally released an opinion that hinted abortions will be allowed in Idaho in such cases.
![Emergency abortions in Idaho can continue for the time being, US Supreme Court says (Photo by Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) Emergency abortions in Idaho can continue for the time being, US Supreme Court says (Photo by Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/US_1719505366231_1719505366458.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:55 PM IST
Biden vs Trump presidential debate: 8 crucial points expected to be addressed
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are set to appear in the first presidential debate of the 2024 election on Thursday, June 27, at 9 pm ET.
![8 crucial points expected to be addressed at the Biden Vs Trump presidential debate (AP Photo)(AP) 8 crucial points expected to be addressed at the Biden Vs Trump presidential debate (AP Photo)(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Election-2024-Debate-0_1719498097959_1719498118040.jpg)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 11:05 PM IST
Russia considering downgrading relations with the West
Peskov said that no decision had yet been made on the matter and that Russia was considering different ways to respond to the West.
![Russia's President Vladimir Putin (AFP) Russia's President Vladimir Putin (AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/RUSSIA-POLITICS-RELIGION-20_1719479509748_1719479549233.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 02:44 PM IST
Reuters |
China gifts US two giant pandas in a show of ‘friendship’
China said two pandas are on their way to a zoo in the US, a sign relations between the nations are improving
![In this photo released by Xinhua News Agencym, giant panda Xin Bao is seen on a tree at the Bifengxia Panda Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in Yanan, southwest China's Sichuan Province on April 18, 2024.(AP) In this photo released by Xinhua News Agencym, giant panda Xin Bao is seen on a tree at the Bifengxia Panda Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in Yanan, southwest China's Sichuan Province on April 18, 2024.(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/China-US-San-Diego-Zoo-Pandas-0_1719478087662_1719478133916.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 02:28 PM IST
2 Kaithal men drown in California lake
In Mohna, just lanes away from Pargat’s house, Sachin’s family has been mourning for the last three days and waiting for their son’s body. Sachin’s uncle, Naresh Kumar said that his nephew had gone to the US in 2022 via donkey route and took him a year to reach due to different routes.
![On June 23, Pargat Singh, 27, a native of Mohna village in Kaithal’s Pundri town, went to a lake in California with three of his friends. While his friend, Sachin Kumar, alias Simmi, died reportedly due to the high flow or depth of the lake, Pargat and two of his friends were saved from drowning. However, he succumbed to his injuries in a hospital. (HT File) On June 23, Pargat Singh, 27, a native of Mohna village in Kaithal’s Pundri town, went to a lake in California with three of his friends. While his friend, Sachin Kumar, alias Simmi, died reportedly due to the high flow or depth of the lake, Pargat and two of his friends were saved from drowning. However, he succumbed to his injuries in a hospital. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/150x84/On-June-23--Pargat-Singh--27--a-native-of-Mohna-vi_1719430220285.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 08:34 AM IST
Bhavey Nagpal, Karnal
US Supreme Court accidentally releases major info on abortion ruling in Idaho
The US Supreme Court accidentally released an opinion that contained important information on abortion ruling in Idaho.
![US Supreme Court accidentally releases major information on abortion ruling in Idaho (Photographer: Tierney L. Cross/Bloomberg - representational image)(Bloomberg) US Supreme Court accidentally releases major information on abortion ruling in Idaho (Photographer: Tierney L. Cross/Bloomberg - representational image)(Bloomberg)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/SUPREME-COURT-OPINIONS-17_1719427921279_1719427935711.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 12:25 AM IST
Over 400 migrants brought into US by ISIS-affiliated human smuggling network
The Department of Homeland Security has reportedly identified over 400 migrants who were smuggled into the United States from Central Asia and other places.
![Over 400 migrants brought into US by ISIS-affiliated human smuggling network: report (Pixabay - representational image) Over 400 migrants brought into US by ISIS-affiliated human smuggling network: report (Pixabay - representational image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/Migrants_1719408432874_1719408433047.jpg)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 07:01 PM IST
Mapping the arc of US support to Ukraine
This article is authored by Vivek Mishra, ORF.
![US Ukraine relations US Ukraine relations](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/hqdefault_1711264719901_1719390281938.jpg)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 01:56 PM IST
Who is Julian Assange, the polarizing founder of the secret-spilling website WikiLeaks?
Who is Julian Assange, the polarizing founder of the secret-spilling website WikiLeaks?
![Who is Julian Assange, the polarizing founder of the secret-spilling website WikiLeaks? Who is Julian Assange, the polarizing founder of the secret-spilling website WikiLeaks?](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/17/148x111/World_News_1713332107319_1713332146018.jpg)
Updated on Jun 26, 2024 07:27 AM IST
AP |
Slain Rachel Morin’s mom blasts Biden's border policies: 'Devastating to the…'
Patty Morin, Rachel Morin's mom, called out Biden’s handling of the ongoing border crisis.
![Rachel Morin’s (L) mom blasts Biden for letting ‘devastating’ border policies play out as he sits in 'an ivory tower’ (Harford County Sheriff's Office, REUTERS/Ken Cedeno) Rachel Morin’s (L) mom blasts Biden for letting ‘devastating’ border policies play out as he sits in 'an ivory tower’ (Harford County Sheriff's Office, REUTERS/Ken Cedeno)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Untitled_1719347033718_1719347034008.jpg)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 01:57 AM IST
Who is Marissa Teijo? Texas woman, 71, becomes oldest Miss Texas USA contestant
Marissa Teijo did not win the contest, but she impressed thousands with her talent in the pageant this weekend in Houston.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 11:54 PM IST
Mystery as Texas teen found covered in dried blood inside wrecked pickup truck
An “uncooperative” Texas teen was reportedly found covered in dried blood inside his wrecked vehicle in an incident that still appears to be a mystery.
![Texas teen Aaron Richard found covered in dried blood inside wrecked pickup truck (Tarrant County Sheriff's Office/Facebook) Texas teen Aaron Richard found covered in dried blood inside wrecked pickup truck (Tarrant County Sheriff's Office/Facebook)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Untitled_1719332137131_1719332137342.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:50 PM IST
Smirking vandals deface NYC cafe owner's dining shed, mock him: Watch
A shocking video shows two vandals defacing a cafe owner’s dining shed and mocking him when he tried to confront them on the Lower East Side.
![Smirking vandals deface NYC cafe owner's dining shed (flowerscafenyc/Instagram) Smirking vandals deface NYC cafe owner's dining shed (flowerscafenyc/Instagram)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Untitled_1719326369542_1719326369803.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 08:15 PM IST
Trump demands Biden undergo ‘drug test’ before debate, says ‘I would…’
Donald Trump has demanded that Joe Biden undergo a drug test before the presidential debate on Thursday, June 27.
![Donald Trump demands Joe Biden undergo ‘drug test’ before debate (AP Photo) Donald Trump demands Joe Biden undergo ‘drug test’ before debate (AP Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/_1d44dc02-1d7e-11eb-99e1-1f704b24b706_1719321689249.png)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:55 PM IST
Julian Assange's guilty plea signals the end of a years-long legal saga
Assange is set to plead guilty to violating the Espionage Act, ending his years-long battle with the United States that had implications for press freedom.
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 05:57 PM IST
US condemns Israeli troops' ‘human shield’ act, calls for ‘swift’ investigation
"The practice was absolutely unacceptable. Humans should never be used as shields,” US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said at a news briefing.
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 04:21 AM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Joe Biden condemns ‘antisemitic’ pro-Palestinian protest outside LA synagogue
Joe Biden has issued a statement after a violent pro-Palestinian protest was held outside the Adas Torah temple, which is an Orthodox synagogue.
![Joe Biden condemns violent ‘antisemitic’ pro-Palestinian protest outside LA synagogue (@CollinRugg/X, REUTERS/Ken Cedeno) Joe Biden condemns violent ‘antisemitic’ pro-Palestinian protest outside LA synagogue (@CollinRugg/X, REUTERS/Ken Cedeno)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/24/148x111/Untitled_1719248840509_1719248840704.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 05:05 AM IST
Founder on getting US Green Card after 15 years of ‘dreaming about this moment’
“After over 15 years of dreaming about this moment, I am a permanent resident of the United States,” wrote the startup founder, who holds a Green Card, on X.
![Startup founder Nahuel Candia shared how he got a Green Card and became a permanent resident of the United States. (X/@dncandia) Startup founder Nahuel Candia shared how he got a Green Card and became a permanent resident of the United States. (X/@dncandia)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/24/148x111/founder-US-green-card-viral_1719237541147_1719237541530.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:20 AM IST
Texas woman accused of trying to drown Palestinian girl, 3, in pool
Elizabeth Wolf, 42, has been accused of trying to drown a random Palestinian girl in an apartment complex pool in Texas.
![Texas woman Elizabeth Wolf accused of trying to drown Palestinian girl, 3, in pool (Euless Police Department) Texas woman Elizabeth Wolf accused of trying to drown Palestinian girl, 3, in pool (Euless Police Department)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/24/148x111/Untitled_1719240982284_1719240982513.jpg)
Published on Jun 24, 2024 08:29 PM IST
Trump drops $500 tip at Philly eatery, interaction reveals possible VP name
Donald Trump dropped a $500 tip when he made a campaign stop at Tony and Nick's Steaks in South Philadelphia, as a possible VP name was revealed.
![Donald Trump visits Philly eatery and drops $500 tip, crowd interaction reveals possible VP name (Photographer: Hannah Beier/Bloomberg)(Bloomberg) Donald Trump visits Philly eatery and drops $500 tip, crowd interaction reveals possible VP name (Photographer: Hannah Beier/Bloomberg)(Bloomberg)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/24/148x111/TRUMP-CAMPAIGN-PENNSYLVANIA-25_1719238431765_1719238443643.jpg)
Published on Jun 24, 2024 07:47 PM IST
CNN anchor blasted for cutting Trump campaign spokeswoman off air mid-interview
After Karoline Leavitt began trying to talk about CNN host Jake Tapper, anchor Kasie Hunt suddenly interrupted her and pulled the plug mid-interview.
![CNN anchor blasted for suddenly cutting Trump campaign spokeswoman off air mid-interview (Photographer: Yuki Iwamura/Bloomberg, kasie/Instagram) CNN anchor blasted for suddenly cutting Trump campaign spokeswoman off air mid-interview (Photographer: Yuki Iwamura/Bloomberg, kasie/Instagram)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/24/148x111/Untitled_1719235419169_1719235419398.jpg)
Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:58 PM IST