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Rare copy of US Declaration of Independence found in UK archives

The text had been listed in 18th century records as simply "another document" but in May a volunteer at Britain's National Archives took a closer look

250 years of US state capitalism and myth of America's free-market model

This story begins not with Barack Obama's health-care program, or even with Franklin D Roosevelt's New Deal in the 1930s, but with the very first US administration, under George Washington

The magical realism of the American dream: Birthright, belonging and hope

Americans have always been at odds with each other - often viciously - over who belongs to their promised land

We the People: Jill Lepore's book revisits 250 years of the US Constitution

Lepore argues that the framers of the constitution were ordinary people - farmers, and tradespersons and local teachers

Why businesses are choosing cheap Chinese AI models over AI giants

Chinese AI models are winning users with lower costs and improving performance. But as they gain ground in cybersecurity benchmarks, concerns over data security and AI policy are growing

US Supreme Court blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order: What the ruling means

The US Supreme Court has blocked Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in a 6–3 ruling, saying the executive order violates the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. Trump’s execu

US Postal Service unveils Diwali postage stamp for October release

The US Postal Service has unveiled a postage stamp commemorating the festival of Diwali among others which will be released later this year. The Diwali stamp features an intricate rangoli pattern created by Sangita Bhutada, a Houston-based artist and photographed by Binay Dixit. The USPS described rangoli as a vibrant floor pattern traditionally made from materials such as coloured rice powder, chalk and flower petals and believed to bring good luck. According to the USPS, Bhutada is a native of India and a longtime resident of the Houston area who has practiced the ancient folk art of rangoli for nearly 30 years. The stamp was designed by Jennifer Arnold, and William J. Gicker was the art director. The Diwali stamp will be released in October, the USPS said. "Among the most important holidays on the Hindu calendar, the annual autumn festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Diwali is usually observed over five days; in 2026, the main day of the festival will be November

US-India trade deal nearing completion after 18 months of talks: Sergio Gor

The US-India trade deal is in its "final steps", with only the last one per cent of negotiations left to be concluded, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Tuesday, expressing confidence that the deal would soon be sealed after nearly 18 months of talks. Addressing the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Summit here, Gor said he was determined to conclude the agreement as it would be beneficial to both nations. "We are in the final steps on this deal. Most of this deal is complete. There's a few items that remain on both sides. It's in the last 1 per cent of that deal," he said. The US envoy to India was bullish about the bilateral relationship and cited the personal equation between US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi which was driving the ties. "People ask, why is this taking so long? We've been at this for a year and a half. To put it into perspective, we've been trading for 20 years. So no matter what, once we beat the European deal, I th

Lupin gets tentative US FDA approval for generic prostate cancer drug

The tentative approval allows Lupin to market the generic prostate cancer treatment in the US after patent and exclusivity barriers expire

US President Donald Trump says Iran is making very big concessions

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is making "very big concessions", adding that developments remain uncertain

Jeffrey Epstein considered blackmailing me: Bill Gates tells US Congress

In closed-door testimony June 10, Gates disputed details that Epstein recorded in emails to himself regarding the Microsoft Corp. co-founder's extramarital affairs

Peace talks with Iran on track; Witkoff, Kushner in Switzerland: Vance

US Vice President J D Vance said on Saturday the peace talks with Iran were on and negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Switzerland. In an interview with Fox News, Vance said he also planned to join the talks in Switzerland in the next few days, contending that the US has all the cards. "We'll plan the talks when the principals from the Iranian government, also the Qatari and the Pakistani governments arrive. That may happen as soon as tomorrow, but these things are always a little bit in flux," Vance said. "Jared and Steve have been on the ground now for a few hours, dealing with some of the technical elements of this negotiation," Vance added. US President Donald Trump and Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the Memorandum of Understanding to end the over three-month war and technical aspects of the agreement were to be discussed by negotiators in Switzerland beginning Friday. However, there was a delay due to a fresh round of firing between Israel and

US lifts maritime blockade on ships bound for Iranian ports: CentCom

In a post on X on Thursday, CentCom said the restrictions on shipping movements to and from Iranian ports and coastal waters had been lifted

India-US trade deal had created uncertainty between two nations: Misri

"There are ups and ‌downs in relations ​between nations, ‌the leaders of both ‌nations deal with them," Vikram ‌Misri, the ​top official ​in India's foreign ministry told reporters ‌in ​Paris

US says signed Iran pact remains reversible until binding deal is reached

US says Iran agreement remains open until final deal

Trump defends Iran deal, says he wanted to avert economic disaster

Economists say the peace deal spells good news for the global economy, but warn of huge ​risks if the deal falls through and the conflict intensifies

Fifa World Cup 2026: Counter-drone systems deployed at all US match venues

Giuliani said all 78 World Cup matches in the United States, along with fan festivals in every host city, will be protected by counter-drone systems throughout the tournament

PM Modi welcomes West Asia deal, hopes 'implementation will bring peace'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran on ending the conflict in West Asia, and hoped the implementation of the pact will help restore peace in the region and ensure the freedom of navigation. President Donald Trump has announced that the US and Iran have finalised a deal to end their 107-day war, which triggered a global energy crisis. The peace agreement is scheduled to be signed on June 19 in Switzerland, according to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. "I welcome the understanding reached between the United States and Iran on ending the conflict in West Asia, which has caused serious economic disruption across the world and led to loss of life in many countries. India hopes that the implementation of this understanding will help restore peace and stability in the region and ensure the freedom of navigation and commerce," Modi said in a post on X. The prime minister said India looks forward to deliberations

Dr Reddy's launches generic oral leukaemia drug Bosutinib in US market

The company has launched a generic version of Pfizer's Bosulif for chronic myeloid leukaemia and secured 180 days of exclusivity for the 400 mg strength

Iran's foreign minister says Islamabad memorandum has 'never been closer'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says negotiations on an Islamabad-backed understanding have entered the final stages.