“President Trump will talk about our shared tradition of democracy and religious freedom both in his public remarks and then certainly in private. He will raise these issues, particularly the religious freedom issue, which is extremely important to this administration,” a senior official told reporters in a conference call.
Delhi Court allows Shashi Tharoor to travel abroad
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor had moved an application in a Delhi court on Tuesday, seeking permission to travel abroad. Shashi Tharoor is an accused in his wife Sunanda Pushkar’s death case and is currently on bail.
Feature often neglected in our Constitution is Fundamental Duties: CJI Bobde
India’s largest known burial site is 3,800 yrs old, confirms carbon dating
Kejriwal not invited for Melania’s school event
Suspect arrested after fatal stabbing near West Town bar
Police investigate after a man was killed in a stabbing Feb. 21, 2020, near Richard’s Bar, 401 N. Milwaukee Ave. in West Town. | Carly Behm/Sun-Times The 23-year-old man was stabbed multiple times in the arm, neck and back, according to police. One person was arrested after a 23-year-old man […]
How one Florida woman amassed a collection of more than 21,000 banana labels
Becky Martz is part of a small, yet vibrant, banana label collecting community around the world
2,000 Native American remains, which sat at a university for 50 years, will soon go home
For decades, the remains of thousands of Native Americans have been resting at a university in Tennessee. But this spring, they will finally go home.
This app helps people with special needs make friends
Juliana Fetherman was in middle school when she started to notice that her younger brother, Michael, who has ADHD and autism, was having problems making friends.
Sanders warns Russia to stay out of US presidential campaign
Bernie Sanders warns Moscow to ‘stay out of American elections’ after reports of Russian attempts to boost his run.
Weinstein jury indicates possible deadlock on most serious counts
Jurors in Harvey Weinstein trial have asked the judge whether or not they could be hung on the two most serious counts and unanimous on the other three. Nikki Battiste joins CBSN from outside the courtroom.
China brings in seven cruise ships to house Wuhan medical workers
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South Korea coronavirus infections surge past 340
Cases in the Asian country have surged past 340 after more than 140 new infections were reported on Saturday. Around half of the total cases are associated with a religious group in the south of the country.
40 years later the ‘Miracle on Ice’ hockey team continues to be a point of American pride
For defenseman Dave Christian, the final ten minutes of the Olympic hockey game “were the longest ever.”
The Gas Station M&A Frenzy Looks Like a Bubble
These deals would make good sense, if fuel retail weren’t on the verge of a major structural revolution.
Tigers 5, Southeastern University 4, exhibition
Tigers win 5-4 over Southeastern University in an exhibition game on Feb. 21, 2020 in Lakeland.
Coronavirus now hackers’ bait to spread their own viruses
The most latest Global Threat Index shows that cyber-criminals are exploiting interest in the global epidemic to spread malicious activity, with several spam campaigns relating to the outbreak of the virus. Since the Coronavirus outbreak, Check Point has observed a noticeable number of emails and new websites registered with domain […]
‘Namaste Trump’ will further bolster India-US ties: ‘Howdy Modi’ organisers
The ‘Namaste Trump’ event in Ahemdabad, where the US President will be welcomed by PM Modi, is another opportunity to strengthen the bilateral relations between the 2 countries, the organisers of ‘Howdy Modi’ said. ‘Howdy Modi’ was organised in Sept last year in Houston to welcome PM Modi during his […]
PM Modi hails judiciary for striking balance between development & environment protection
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday hailed the Indian judiciary for redefining environmental jurisprudence to strike a balance between development and ecological protection. Referring to recent judicial verdicts by Indian courts, the PM said 1.3 billion Indians have “wholeheartedly” accepted them despite there being several apprehensions expressed about the consequences.
Last meeting: Tihar writes to Nirbhaya convicts
The Tihar Jail administration has written to all the four death row convicts in the Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case in connection with their last meeting with their families, an official said.
1st Test: NZ take lead but India strike back late
Captain Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor combined to put New Zealand in a strong position in the first Test before India struck back late on Saturday to remove both just as their partnership threatened to take the match away from the tourists.
Body of Mexican butterfly conservationist found
The body of a missing Mexican butterfly conservationist and activist has been found, authorities confirmed.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off the coast of Jamaica and is felt as far away as Miami
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Tuesday about 80 miles from Jamaica, shaking people in the Caribbean and as far away as Miami.
Portland man is convicted of killing 2 men who confronted him over racist rants on teen girls
A man has been convicted of killing two people who confronted him for harassing a Muslim teen and her friend in a Portland train.
Why Cuba is watching America’s election race so closely
Cuba is “prepared” for the possibility of Donald Trump’s reelection and the continuation of crushing US sanctions against the island, according to Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel.
Heavy rains leave dozens dead in Brazil
At least 44 people have been killed after heavy rains hit southeastern Brazil, the country’s Civil Defense force said Monday.
One of Canada’s most wanted fugitives arrested in the US after being on the run for nearly 2 decades
Police say Parthasarthie Kapoor has been avoiding law enforcement since 2003 when he was facing charges including sexual assault and the possession of child pornography.
Glenn Greenwald charged with cybercrimes in Brazil
Brazilian prosecutors filed charges against American journalist Glenn Greenwald Tuesday, alleging he aided in cybercrimes and “helped, encouraged and oriented” hackers who tapped into the phones and messaging apps of some of the country’s top officials.
Arizona tourist reported missing during catamaran tour in Belize, police say
A tourist from Arizona has gone missing while on a catamaran tour on Rendezvous Caye in Belize, police there said Wednesday.
Things have changed for Venezuela. But they’re not what Juan Guaido hoped for
That’s the question dogging Juan Guaido as he embarks on another global tour, an uncomfortable mirror of the near-triumphant voyage he took last February in the weeks after declaring himself the rightful interim president of Venezuela.
Migrants clash with Mexican troops at the Guatemala border
Tensions flared on Mexico’s southern border Monday as troops tried to intercept a large group of migrants who’d crossed into the country.
Astronomers detect mysterious bursts of radio signals from distant galaxy
Astronomers over the years have picked up dozens of “fast radio bursts” (FRBs) — mysterious radio signals detected from an unknown part of the cosmos. But for only the second time, they have now found one that repeats itself, making it more likely that we might find out where they […]
Residents are digging out of record-breaking snowfall in Newfoundland, Canada
A record-breaking snowfall in Newfoundland, Canada, has left residents with the enormous task of digging themselves out of piles and piles of snow.
Two actors die in rehearsal for Mexican TV series ‘Sin Miedo a la Verdad’
Two actors fell off a bridge and died while working on the TV series “Sin Miedo a la Verdad,” Mexican network Televisa announced on Friday.
Child stabbed in fight at Oak Lawn high school
A fight in the parking lot of Oak Lawn Community High School Feb. 21, 2020 left one minor with three stab wounds. | Google Maps The minor was stabbed three times during a fight involving about 15 kids in the parking lot of Oak Lawn Community High School, 9400 Southwest […]
What Morgan Stanley’s E*Trade Deal Means Bigger Banks
Morgan Stanley and E*Trade Financial Corp. were Wall Street opposites: One an investment banking firm with a historic pedigree that catered to corporations and the wealthy, the other a discount brokerage that had pioneered cheap online trading. Now they’re merging, for reasons that say a lot about how the U.S. […]
Coronavirus: Which countries have confirmed cases?
Cases of the virus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan, have been reported around the world.
Smithsonian curators collect historic election swag
Candidates’ buttons and bumper stickers last long after a campaign ends and provide a glimpse into American political history. CBS News’ Natalie Brand reports.
Lawmakers use wheelchairs for a day after boy challenges them to “spend a day in my wheels”
14-year-old Alex Johnson has used a wheelchair since first grade. The 8th grader recently challenged Tennessee lawmakers to “spend a day in my wheels,” and they took him up on it. Ten state lawmakers spent their workday in wheelchairs, raising awareness and gaining new understanding.
Coronavirus: All you need to know about symptoms and risks
Countries around the world are stepping up efforts to tackle a new coronavirus that originated in China’s Wuhan city.
Roommate, boyfriend arrested in triple homicide in Riverside County
Authorities say a 20-year-old woman and her boyfriend are suspected of killing three of her roommates, who were found dead in a Hemet home.
What happens if you catch the new coronavirus?
Here’s what we know so far on what COVID-19 does to the human body in cases of infections and deaths.
San Diego sheriff agrees to share immigration information
Authorities say the San Diego County County Sheriff’s Department is sharing records with immigration authorities, becoming the first local law enforcement agency in five states to comply with unusual demands for information on people with criminal arrests.
Islanders 4, Red Wings 1
The Detroit Red Wings take on the New York Islanders at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on February 21, 2020.
Trump to discuss CAA, NRC issues with Modi during India visit: Senior US administration official
“We have great respect for Indian Democratic traditions and institutions and we will continue to encourage India to uphold those traditions. We are concerned about the issues that you (the reporter) have raised,” the official said, referring to the reporter’s questions on whether the CAA and NRC issues would be […]
Fears over containing novel coronavirus grow as cases outside China spike
Concerns are growing over the global spread of the novel coronavirus after a spike in cases outside of mainland China among people with no connection to China or the city of Wuhan, ground zero for the outbreak.
US election 2020: Bernie Sanders warns Russia to ‘stay out’
US Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders tells Russia to stay out of America’s elections after reports that Moscow is meddling in his campaign.
Timeline: How China’s new coronavirus spread
The virus has killed 2,345 people in mainland China and has infected more than 77,000 worldwide, mostly in China.
No Donald Trump-Narendra Modi meet in Agra: Sources
The govt refuted media reports suggesting an official engagement between senior dignitaries from the Indian side, including PM Narendra Modi, and US President Donald Trump during the latter’s visit to Agra on Feb 24 as part of his 2-day visit to India. “No official engagements or presence of senior dignitaries […]
