The Americas

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick quits Donald Trump's business council amidst criticism

Kalanick told his employees that he had a conversation with Trump and let him know that he would not be able to participate in his economic council.

Feb 3, 2017

US Secretary of Defense nominee John Mattis: We are going to have to confront Russia

US Defence Secretary Mattis says North Korea will witness 'overwhelming' response if it uses nuclear weapons

Mattis also assured South Korea of America's steadfast support in protecting its territory from North Korea during his two-day visit to Seoul.

Feb 3, 2017

'Trump's new orders could stop the abuse of H1-B visa program', says Silicon Valley entrepreneur Kalpesh Kapadia; with one condition

Kalpesh Kapadia, CEO of SelfScore, talks to International Business Times-India about H1-B visas, international students in US and Trump's immigration policy in general.

Feb 2, 2017

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Kuwait follows Trump's cue, imposes visa ban on citizens from five Muslim-majority countries

Trump, on last Friday, had issued executive orders imposing a travel ban on nationals from seven Muslim-majority countries.

Feb 2, 2017

Trump orders extreme vetting measures for refugees and bans Syrians

US President Trump threatens to send US troops to Mexico to handle 'bad hombres'

Trump, however, did not make it clear whom he considered as "bad hombres" in a call which was made last Friday.

Feb 2, 2017

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Super Bowl LI: Here are 8 reasons why we're cheering for the New England Patriots! [PHOTOS]

Super Bowl LI: Here we're going to focus on the cheerleaders of the New England Patriots, the team that holds the record for the most number of Super Bowl appearances

Feb 2, 2017

What does Donald Trump's transition period indicate about his presidency?

Donald Trump slams 'dumb deal' to take refugees from Australia after 'worst call' with PM Turnbull

Trump tweeted saying he would study the deal, just hours after his reportedly heated telephone conversation with the Australian PM.

Feb 2, 2017

United Nations says US travel ban not best way to protect America

The UN chief said that he hopes that the measure taken by the Trump government against refugees is "removed sooner rather than later."

Feb 2, 2017

US Senate confirms Rex Tillerson as secretary of state in Trump administration

Tillerson was sworn in during a ceremony at the Oval Office, where Trump praised him and said that the billionaire will assist in making America more secure.

Feb 2, 2017

Russia to deploy nuclear-capable missile

Iran confirms conducting new missile tests, says did not breach nuclear deal

The US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, had on Tuesday said that Iran's test-firing of a medium-range ballistic missile is "absolutely unacceptable."

Feb 1, 2017

H1-B visa row: US should consider skill shortage in country before passing bill, NASSCOM says

The bill has called for doubling the minimum salary of H-1B visa holders to $130,000 from the current minimum wage of $60,000.

Feb 1, 2017

Donald Trump fires acting US Attorney General Sally Yates

US attorney general Sally Yates fired by Donald Trump nominated for JFK 'Profile in Courage' award

Yates was sacked by Trump as she advised the Justice Department lawyers to not defend executive order.

Feb 1, 2017

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US President Donald Trump nominates Judge Neil Gorsuch for Scalia's SCOTUS seat; cue titanic Senate battle

Judge Neil Gorsuch, if selected, will occupy the place of the late Justice Anthony Scalia, which, to many pundits, is a like for like conservative replacement at the US Supreme Court.

Feb 1, 2017

US President Donald Trump taking steps to defeat ISIS, says White House

Trump has signed executive orders asking his national security team to come up with an action plan within 30 days to defeat ISIS.

Jan 31, 2017

Queen Elizabeth put in a 'very difficult position' by Theresa May over Donald Trump's state visit

Traditionally, US Presidents are extended an invitation after waiting some time but the state visit invitation to Trump was extended within two weeks of him assuming his position at the White House.

Jan 31, 2017

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The Americas

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick quits Donald Trump's business council amidst criticism

US Defence Secretary Mattis says North Korea will witness 'overwhelming' response if it uses nuclear weapons

'Trump's new orders could stop the abuse of H1-B visa program', says Silicon Valley entrepreneur Kalpesh Kapadia; with one condition

Kuwait follows Trump's cue, imposes visa ban on citizens from five Muslim-majority countries

US President Trump threatens to send US troops to Mexico to handle 'bad hombres'

Super Bowl LI: Here are 8 reasons why we're cheering for the New England Patriots! [PHOTOS]

Donald Trump slams 'dumb deal' to take refugees from Australia after 'worst call' with PM Turnbull

United Nations says US travel ban not best way to protect America

US Senate confirms Rex Tillerson as secretary of state in Trump administration

Iran confirms conducting new missile tests, says did not breach nuclear deal

H1-B visa row: US should consider skill shortage in country before passing bill, NASSCOM says

US attorney general Sally Yates fired by Donald Trump nominated for JFK 'Profile in Courage' award

US President Donald Trump nominates Judge Neil Gorsuch for Scalia's SCOTUS seat; cue titanic Senate battle

US President Donald Trump taking steps to defeat ISIS, says White House

Queen Elizabeth put in a 'very difficult position' by Theresa May over Donald Trump's state visit

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh