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G7 ministers seek to boost unity on Ukraine, China, Iran


Muenster, Germany: Top diplomats from the world’s major industrialized democracies on Friday rallied support for Ukraine in its resistance to Russia’s invasion, expressing “unwavering commitment” to Ukraine’s defense, and expressed suspicion of China’s increasing assertiveness amid a panoply of global crises. Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven nations, wrapping up two days of talks...

US condemns attack on Imran Khan, urges for peace


 Jemima Goldsmith praises the man who foiled the attack Islamabad: The United States has strongly condemned the shooting attempt on Imran Khan, saying there is no room for violence in politics. We strongly condemn the shooting of Imran Khan at a political rally, US State Secretary Antony Blinken said on Friday. Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran...

Veteran actress Deepti Naval launches her book in Long Island


Westbury, NY: Renowned Bollywood actress and author Deepti Naval launched her book, “A Country called childhood - A Memoir,” with a reading session past weekend at the Maguire Theatre at SUNY Old Westbury. The actress was welcomed by Indian American Forum Chairperson Indu Jaiswal along with Aligarh Medical Alumni Association (AMAANA) Vice President Dr. Tazeen...

Indian-Americans secret weapon for economic growth, says Congressman Jim Himes


Stamford, CT: “The United States and India need to stand together as they are great democracies that stand for human values,” declared US Congressman Jim Himes, a Democrat representing the 4th district of Connecticut during a networking reception and Interactive Session by Congressman Himes with GOPIO-CT members and supporters at the Hampton Inn and...

Midterms: Samosa Caucus in Congress set to expand


New York: US midterm elections on 8 November are expected to add a member to the "samosa caucus", as the Indian Americans in Congress call themselves, with the likely election of Shri Thanedar to the House of Representatives from the Democratic Party stronghold of Detroit. He could become the fifth Indian American member of Congress...

Xavier University donates 5000 AWG for Breast Cancer Awareness


Amount was raised by Xavier students, faculty, and administration from different fundraisers Oranjestad, Aruba: Xavier University School of Medicine has donated 5000 AWG to the Mary Joan Foundation Aruba in support of breast cancer awareness. 5,000 AWG was raised by Xavier students, faculty, and administration from different fundraisers throughout the month of October, including pink t-shirt...

Why do election experts oppose hand-counting ballots?


Washington: It takes longer than counting with machines, it’s less reliable, and it’s a logistical nightmare for U.S. elections. A growing number of Republican lawmakers have pushed for switching to hand counts, an argument rooted in false conspiracy theories that voting systems were manipulated to steal the 2020 election. Though there is no evidence of...

Rate hikes may slow, but inflation fight hardly over: Powell


Washington: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell sought Wednesday to strike a delicate balance at a moment when high inflation is bedeviling the nation’s economy and commanding a central role in the midterm elections. Powell suggested that the Fed may decide in the coming months to slow its aggressive interest rate increases. Yet he also made...

Oprah’s November surprise, endorses Fetterman over Oz


Harrisburg, Pa.: TV icon Oprah Winfrey on Thursday endorsed Democrat John Fetterman in Pennsylvania’s hotly contested Senate race and rejected Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz, whom she had helped launch to stardom nearly two decades ago when she brought him on her popular daytime talk show as a regular guest. Until now, Winfrey had said she...