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Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:35 AM IST

Vivek Ramaswamy clarifies that Donald Trump has not asked him to be his vice president yet, but hints at a big role in a future Trump administration.

Former presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy clarifies Donald Trump has not asked him to be VP (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah, File)(AP)

Taiwan urges citizens to avoid travel to China, Hong Kong and Macao

China’s threat to hunt down and execute “hardcore” Taiwan independence supporters follows the election of Lai Ching-te as president.

A honor guard takes part in a flag lowering ceremony at Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall in Taipei, Taiwan (AP)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:06 AM IST

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Biden, Trump indulge in ugly war of words during heated presidential debate

Joe Biden and Donald Trump traded barbs during the first presidential debate on Thursday, June 27 at CNN headquarters.

Republican candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump, speaks as he attends a presidential debate with Democrat candidate, U.S. President Joe Biden, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024.(REUTERS)

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 10:05 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Survivors of Israel music festival massacre unite to build a healing community

Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:42 AM IST

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Fact-checking false claims you heard at the Biden-Trump CNN presidential debate

Fact-checking claims from Donald Trump and Joe Biden at CNN Presidential debate in Atlanta.

Democrat candidate, U.S. President Joe Biden, speaks during a presidential debate with Republican candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder(REUTERS)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:08 AM IST

Biden's scratchy voice, mumbling during debate spark concerns: ‘Pls step down’

Joe Biden was heard clearing his throat or coughing multiple times during presidential debate with Donald Trump, sparking several questions about his health.

Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic Party presidential candidate U.S. President Joe Biden speak during a presidential debate in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024 in a combination photo. REUTERS/Brian Snyder(REUTERS)

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 09:00 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Donald Trump tears into Joe Biden over open border policy at the CNN debate

Donald Trump criticizes Joe Biden over illegal immigration policies during heated CNN debate.

Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:00 AM IST

Biden defends son Beau as Trump seeks apology over ‘made-up’ veterans remark

Biden labelled Trump a "loser" and a "sucker" over the former president's alleged remarks that the American war dead were "losers" and "suckers".

US President Joe Biden, right, and former US President Donald Trump during the first presidential debate in Atlanta, Georgia, US, on Thursday, June 27, 2024. (Bloomberg)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:44 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Prince Harry clearly 'not trying' to be working royal, instead 'angry…

Prince Harry's recent actions suggest he is not looking to rejoin working royal family, despite rumours. Royal correspondent notes Harry's focus on new path

FILE PHOTO: Britain's Prince Harry arrives to attend the Invictus Games Foundation 10th Anniversary Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, in London, Britain, May 8, 2024. REUTERS/Toby Melville/File Photo(REUTERS)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:38 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Joe Biden's secret sauce to trump the CNN debate

Joe Biden responds to Donald Trump's drug test challenge before CNN debate with a ‘secret sauce.’

President Joe Biden mocks Donald Trump's drug claims with 'Dark Brandon' meme (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)(AP)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:16 AM IST

Maldives minister arrested for performing ‘black magic’ on President Muizzu

Maldives environment minister Fathima Shamnaz Ali Saleem, and three others, were arrested for allegedly performing ‘black magic’ on President Mohamed Muizzu.

President of the Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu

Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:00 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

RFK Jr. will attend an alternate debate on X during the CNN debate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Hold Independent presidential debate on X in response to exclusion from Biden-Trump CNN debate.

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses the Libertarian Party's national convention in Washington, U.S., May 24, 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo(REUTERS)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 06:42 AM IST

TikTok shopper’s old Walmart bill from 2022 shows inflation bite

TikTok video shows shocking 4x increase in grocery prices at Walmart in just 2 years, sparking online conversation about rising costs and inflation.

Try to snack on a fruit while grocery shopping. It will help you keep a check on the processed foods you buy. (Shutterstock)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 06:33 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Biden takes veiled dig at Trump over Melania's absence from presidential debate

Joe Biden appears to take a veiled jibe at GOP rival Donald Trump over absence of former First Lady, Melania Trump, from the presidential debate.

Sharing Jill Biden's X post on the social media platform, Biden wrote: “The best part of the campaign trail is having you by my side, Jilly.”(REUTERS)

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:37 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

From Delhi to Jakarta: No of days over 35°C surges in world's scorching capitals

Indonesia's Jakarta experienced the greatest absolute rise in the number of days over 35 C, from 28 days between 1994 and 2003 to 167 in the most recent decade.

A man sleeps in his rickshaw during a heatwave on a hot summer day in New Delhi.(REUTERS)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 06:11 AM IST

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Michelle Obama breaks silence on reported rift with Biden family

Michelle Obama has reacted to the report of becoming frustrated over her friend Kathleen Buhle's divorce from Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden.

Michelle Obama's spokesman Crystal Carson told Axios that the former First Lady is friends with Kathleen and with the Bidens. (AP)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 06:07 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Donald Trump's niece Mary announces major move ahead of presidential debate

Donald Trump's estranged niece Mary Trump has launched a scathing attack against the former president with her latest move ahead of the presidential debate.

Donald Trump's niece Mary Trump announced that she will make her appearance in the spin room alongside the Biden campaign.(AP )

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 05:34 AM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Man who shot and killed 5 people at apartments near Las Vegas was banned from owning a firearm

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:16 AM IST

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EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief

EU-SUMMIT:EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief

Published on Jun 28, 2024 03:22 AM IST

Reuters |

EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief

EU-SUMMIT/ (UPDATE 3, PIX, TV):UPDATE 3-EU leaders pick von der Leyen for second term as Commission chief

Published on Jun 28, 2024 03:22 AM IST

Reuters |

Russian satellite breaks up in space, forces ISS astronauts to shelter

SPACE-EXPLORATION/RUSSIA-SATELLITE (UPDATE 4, PIX, TV):UPDATE 4-Russian satellite breaks up in space, forces ISS astronauts to shelter

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 03:10 AM IST

Reuters |

Jackie Clarkson, longtime New Orleans politician and mother of actor Patricia Clarkson, dead at 88

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 03:18 AM IST

AP |

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)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 02:51 AM IST

BySumanti Sen

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.

Joe Biden-Donald Trump debate: ‘Protecting democracy’ and Jan 6 riot most crucial points to watch out for (REUTERS/Marco Bello)(REUTERS)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 02:19 AM IST

BySumanti Sen

17 arrested in Bolivia over links to failed coup

Those arrested include active and retired military personnel and civilians, according to Interior Minister Eduardo del Castillo.

People arrested in connection with the previous day's uprising are presented to the press in La Paz, Bolivia, Thursday, June 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Juan Karita)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 01:58 AM IST

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Marilyn Monroe's former Los Angeles home declared a historic monument to save it from demolition

Published on Jun 28, 2024 12:52 AM IST

AP |

NASA's ISS spacesuit nightmare builds up while Sunita Williams is stuck in space

NASA's ISS faces never-ending setbacks with water leaks in spacesuit helmets and postponed spacewalks. A significant spacesuit designer also pulls out of deal.

This photo provided by NASA shows the Starliner spacecraft docked to the Harmony module of the International Space Station, orbiting 262 miles above Egypt's Mediterranean coast, on June 13, 2024. (NASA via AP)(AP)

Published on Jun 28, 2024 12:18 AM IST

ByAshima Grover

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.

Published on Jun 28, 2024 12:08 AM IST

BySumanti Sen

Donald Trump slammed for being ‘creepy’ about Taylor Swift in viral audio clip

Shortly after the clip went viral, Swifties flocked to social media, telling “creepy” Trump to “back off”

Donald Trump calls Taylor Swift 'beautiful' five times in now-viral audio clip

Published on Jun 27, 2024 11:50 PM IST

ByArya Vaishnavi

Bill and Melinda Gates' eldest daughter Jennifer announces pregnancy

Jennifer is expecting her second baby with her husband, Nayel Nassar.