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Polar bear and tigress predict who will win US presidential election

On the eve of the US presidential election, the Rojev Roetsjej zoo in the north of Russia enlisted the help of their polar bear and tiger to determine who would be the next person in the White House.

Nov 9, 2016

US presidential election: In case of a tie, Donald Trump is likely to be the next US president

Find out who is likely to be the next US president if there is a tie between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.

Nov 9, 2016

US presidential elections: Chance The Rapper leads hundreds from concert to polling booth

The event was meant to encourage African-Americans, Latinos and the young Americans to vote.

Nov 9, 2016

US elections 2016: 107-year-old Donella Wilson, daughter of slaves, says she's looking forward to first woman president

This 107-year-old woman has cast her vote for 13 US presidential elections.

Nov 9, 2016

Brexit: Nicola Sturgeon confirms Scotland will try and block UK Government overturning Article 50 ruling

The Scottish First Minister said that Lord Advocate James Wolffe will apply to intervene in the government’s Supreme Court appeal. This comes after the 3 November High Court ruling that stated the triggering of Article 50 must be voted on by MPs.

Nov 8, 2016

Not happy with the US elections result? You can move to Canada

Most of the people from the US who are looking to head to Canada are those who are against Donald Trump's presidency.

Nov 9, 2016

Homage to Susan B Anthony: This American suffragist never got to vote, so people place their 'I Voted' stickers at her tombstone

Here's how Susan B Anthony's legacy is still alive.

Nov 8, 2016

When to expect the US presidential election results

The last state to cast votes will be Alaska, at 1 am EST.

Nov 8, 2016

#PantSuitNation: How Hillary Clinton's fashion became a movement for women's rights

Clinton's pantsuits have became a symbol for women's empowerment in the United States.

Nov 8, 2016

US Presidential elections 2016: Mothers, daughters head to polling booths together to vote Clinton

Clinton has found many women supporters because of the issues she took up such as abortion, women's rights and equal pay for equal work.

Nov 8, 2016

US Presidential Election 2016: From legalising marijuana to ending death penalty, 11 ballot issues that could change America

Many issues, such as access to cheaper prescription drugs or curtailing the influence of money in politics, will be voted for in these elections.

Nov 8, 2016

Delhi air pollution: SC seeks Centre's response in 48 hours; Assocham says it's crippling economy

As Delhi's air quality has worsened after Diwali, the court is likely to pass a detailed order after the government's response.

Nov 8, 2016

US elections 2016: Researchers show how Twitter bots are trying to influence the poll in favour of Trump

Software robots, reportedly masquerading as humans, are influencing the political discourse on social media as never before.

Nov 8, 2016

Theresa May in Bangalore: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah is all business while welcoming the British PM

During their meeting, Siddaramaiah urged the British Prime Minister to review the UK's new visa policy.

Nov 8, 2016

Explosion in Congo injures 32 Indian peacekeepers, kills one child: UN

The cause of the explosion is yet to be determined according to the UN mission in Congo.

Nov 8, 2016