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World

Qatari royal family member financed ‘weapons deliveries’ to Hezbollah, puts US troops at risk

A private security contractor, Jason G said he was offered 750,000 euros by Qatar’s ambassador to Belgium and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to remain quiet on Qatar's role.

Published 07 Aug, 2020 12:51pm

Business & Finance

China July trade surplus with U.S. at $32.46 billion

For the first seven months of the year, China’s trade surplus with the United States totalled $153.58 billion.

Published 07 Aug, 2020 10:18am

Markets

US plan for 'highest level' Taiwan visit in decades angers China

Washington remains the leading arms supplier to the island but has historically been cautious in holding official contacts with it.

Published 06 Aug, 2020 02:11am

Pakistan

Pakistan receives second consignment of ventilators from US

US has provided 100 respiratory ventilators to Pakistan.

Published 30 Jul, 2020 02:23pm

Business & Finance

As US, China tensions deepen; global manufacturers could shift to Pakistan: Report

"Both Chinese and global manufacturers may move their factories from China to Pakistan,” said Canadian research firm BCA in its latest report.

Published 30 Jul, 2020 11:39am

Business & Finance

U.S. economy likely suffered historic plunge in second quarter; outlook murky as COVID-19 cases surge

The bulk of the historic plunge in gross domestic product expected to be reported by the Commerce Department on Thursday occurred in April when activity almost ground to an abrupt halt after restaurants, bars and factories among others were shuttered in mid-March to slow the spread of coronavirus.

Published 30 Jul, 2020 10:21am

World

US warns of 'consequences' if Brazil picks Huawei 5G

The United States has been actively lobbying countries worldwide to boycott Huawei, arguing the firm could allow the Chinese government to spy on their data.

Published 30 Jul, 2020 01:55am

World

US consulate in China readies for closure as diplomatic row rages

The current situation in China-US relations is not what China desires to see, and the US is responsible for all this.

Published 26 Jul, 2020 12:54am

World

U.S. records 1,000 coronavirus deaths for fourth day, some progress seen

At least 1,019 fatalities due to COVID-19 were confirmed nationwide on Friday, following 1,140 on Thursday, 1,135 on Wednesday and 1,141 on Tuesday.

Published 25 Jul, 2020 11:46am

World

US says Russia group laid mines around Tripoli

The US has repeatedly accused Russia of introducing military weaponry, including at least 14 MIG-29 fighter jets.

Published 15 Jul, 2020 05:52pm

World

US warns of 'arbitrary detention' risk in China

Australia and Canada have also issued travel warnings over fears of arbitrary detention by Beijing.

Published 11 Jul, 2020 07:26pm

World

Iran will develop oil industry despite U.S. sanctions - says minister

“We will not surrender under any circumstances ... We have to increase our capacity so that when necessary with full strength we can enter the market and revive our market share,” said Zanganeh.

Published 11 Jul, 2020 04:09pm

World

U.S. coronavirus cases rise by record for third day in a row, up over 62,500

Seven states reported record increases in cases on Friday: Alaska, Georgia, Louisiana, Montana, Ohio, Utah and Wisconsin.

Published 11 Jul, 2020 11:11am

Business & Finance

US IDFC keen to finance projects in Pakistan

Boehler stated that funds are available through both debt and equity to finance projects in the private sector in several fields and also for infrastructure projects in the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode.

Published 09 Jul, 2020 01:34pm

Markets

China poised to beat US in digital currency race, admits Bank of America

Analysts say digital yuan could increase the Chinese currency’s use in international commerce

Updated 08 Jul, 2020 09:15pm

World

US closes in on three million COVID-19 cases

America is by far the hardest-hit country in the world, with more than 130,000 deaths.

Published 08 Jul, 2020 08:19pm

World

US, China impose visa restrictions on each other in Tibet row

Pompeo restricted visas to Chinese officials determined to be "substantially involved" in the exclusion of foreigners from Tibetan areas.

Published 08 Jul, 2020 06:23pm

Technology

U.S. probing allegations TikTok violated children's privacy - sources

The development is the latest bump in the road for the short video company, which is popular with teens. TikTok has seen scrutiny, including from the national security-focused Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.

Published 08 Jul, 2020 10:40am

World

Pompeo says U.S. 'looking at' banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok

U.S. lawmakers have raised national security concerns over TikTok's handling of user data

Published 07 Jul, 2020 07:10pm

World

US killing of Iran's top general 'unlawful': UN expert

US President Donald Trump ordered the killing of Soleimani in a January 3 drone strike near Baghdad international airport.

Published 07 Jul, 2020 05:39pm

World

Pompeo says US looking at banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok

Pompeo’s remarks also come amid increasing U.S.-China tensions over the handling of the coronavirus outbreak and China’s actions in Hong Kong.

Published 07 Jul, 2020 11:11am

Markets

International students must leave US if they take only online classes

After the announcement, international students only have two options i.e. attend in-person classes or take them online from another country.

Published 07 Jul, 2020 10:34am

World

US intelligence officers involved in drug trade, claims Russian envoy

Kabulov denied reports claiming Russian intelligence officers paid Taliban-linked militants to kill Western forces in Afghanistan

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 09:10pm

US reports 55,000 COVID-19 cases in single day, hits new global record

Texas reported nearly 8,000 new cases.

Published 03 Jul, 2020 01:20pm

World

US gains 4.8 million jobs in June, unemployment falls to 11.1pc

1.43 million people filed initial claims for unemployment benefits last week, only slightly less than the prior week.

Published 02 Jul, 2020 07:06pm

World

US trade deficit widens as in May virus hits exports: govt

The goods deficit widened to $76.1 billion, while the services surplus ticked down to $21.5 billion.

Published 02 Jul, 2020 07:04pm

World

Iran asks Interpol to help arrest Trump for killing general

US president ordered the killing of Soleimani in a January 3 drone strike near Baghdad international airport.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 08:24pm

World

One dead, another injured in shooting in Louisville

Several shots were heard as people took cover within the park, with protesters

Published 28 Jun, 2020 01:03pm

Taliban prisoner issue almost resolved, peace talks expected soon: officials

There has been a delay in the intra-Afghan talks as the Afghan government and some key NATO members are uncomfortable about the release of Taliban commanders

Published 26 Jun, 2020 08:30pm

World

Virus death toll nears half a million as cases surge in US, Latin America

The number of deaths worldwide from the outbreak has surged past 477,000, a doubling of the toll in less than two months.

Published 24 Jun, 2020 06:08pm