United States

What is TikTok Ownership Controversy?

March 28, 2024

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 politicians, wants TikTok parent ByteDance to sell its US operations to American ..

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What is deadly Fungus Candida Auris, that is Rapidly Spreading in US?

February 4, 2024

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 infection can still be potentially hazardous due to its high fatality rate, ..

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Rio Grande River Barrier

July 26, 2023

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 barriers in the Rio Grande River. Understanding the Rio Grande River Barrier ..

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Talisman Sabre Exercises 2023

July 24, 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 11 other countries. Held every two years, this year’s drills mark the ..

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti

July 22, 2023

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 armed forces. If confirmed, Admiral Franchetti will make history as the first ..

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EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework

July 11, 2023

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 decision comes after three years of uncertainty caused by the invalidation of ..

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US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action in College Admissions

June 30, 2023

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 Race-Conscious Policies  In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court recently struck ..

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‘In-country’ Renewable H-1B Visas

June 26, 2023

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 procedure for Indian professionals working in the US.   Understanding H-1B Visas  ..

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