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Former president calls for practical reforms and stronger congressional oversight as Democrats prepare to use their election mandate to challenge Trump, reports Asian Lite News Desk Former US President Barack Obama has urged Democrats to use their sweeping midterm election victory to prevent further damage from President Donald Trumps administration and lay the groundwork for a different political future. Reacting to the partys projected control of both the House of Representatives and the Senat

Vance says Iran conflict, inflation and cost-of-living pressures drove Trump supporters towards Democrats, exposing divisions within the Republican Partyreports Asian Lite News Desk US Vice President JD Vance has blamed the war with Iran for the Republican Partys defeat in the midterm elections, saying many voters who supported Donald Trump in 2024 switched their allegiance to Democrats. In a lengthy post on X on Wednesday, Vance said internal Republican data showed that supporters had turned ou

Five Indian-American Democrats win congressional seats as candidates of Indian origin make gains across state and local elections, reports Asian Lite News Desk Five Indian-American Democrats have secured seats in the US House of Representatives following the November 3 midterm elections, marking a significant moment for Indian-origin political representation in the country. Pia Dandiya, Suhas Subramanyam, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna and Ami Bera were projected winners, according to Decision Desk

Democrats capture both chambers in a sweeping rebuke of Trump, threatening his agenda and challenging presidential power, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has suffered a major political setback after Democrats seized control of both chambers of Congress in the November 3 midterm elections, shifting the balance of power in Washington. The victories give Democrats greater authority to challenge Trumps legislative programme, block presidential appointments and investigate his

Chinas four global initiatives promise cooperation and development, but critics say they could help Beijing challenge US influence and reshape international rules.reports Asian Lite News Desk Chinas four global initiatives are expanding Beijings diplomatic ambitions and its efforts to increase influence over international institutions, according to a report examining the countrys foreign policy under President Xi Jinping. The initiatives cover development, security, civilisation and global gover

Emmanuel Macron has criticised Donald Trump and other foreign leaders for allegedly exploiting Frances recent unrest for political gainreports Asian Lite News Desk French President Emmanuel Macron has hit back at foreign leaders, including US President Donald Trump, accusing them of exploiting Frances social unrest for political gain. Macron described their remarks as unacceptable and stupid after a weekend of violence and looting in Paris and other French cities. The comments came amid protests

The tobacco giant beat third-quarter profit forecasts but warned that Middle East-related inflation and disruptions in Ukraine are increasing costs and could weigh on operating income, reports Asianlite News Desk. Philip Morris International has warned that global conflicts are increasingly affecting its business, with energy-driven inflation linked to the war in the Middle East raising costs and strikes disrupting its supply chain operations in Ukraine. The Stamford, Connecticut-based tobacco c

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to install critical PHP security fixes immediately or consider taking vulnerable websites offline amid reports of emerging attacks, reports Asianlite News Desk. Cybersecurity authorities have urged organisations worldwide to install urgent security updates for the PHP programming language after two critical vulnerabilities were identified, warning that websites may need to be taken offline if the risks cannot be address

Washington has barred Chinese AI technology from civilian government agencies, citing wider concerns over security and competition as the US seeks to maintain its lead in artificial intelligence, reports Asianlite News Desk. The United States has ordered the removal of artificial intelligence (AI) technology developed by Chinese firm DeepSeek from most government systems, escalating tensions in the global race for AI dominance. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has prohibited the use of

The competition watchdog proposes lower fees and easier access to Apples payment technology to help digital banks and fintech firms challenge Apple Pay, reports Asianlite News Desk. Britains competition regulator has proposed measures to reduce Apples dominance in contactless payments, seeking to lower fees and remove technical barriers that make it harder for rival services to compete with Apple Pay. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said on Tuesday that its proposals would provide co

The chipmaker will begin notifying employees in November following annual performance reviews, as it seeks to strengthen workplace accountability and expand beyond its smartphone business, reports Asianlite News Desk. Qualcomm plans to cut jobs across its global workforce as part of a performance-focused restructuring, according to an internal memo from chief executive Cristiano Amon reviewed by Reuters. Notifications to affected employees are expected to begin in November, following the company

The US plans to strengthen critical mineral supply chains, upgrade Central Asian trade routes and train technology professionals through expanded regional cooperationreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has announced plans to strengthen critical mineral supply chains, expand transport links across Central Asia and train thousands of technology professionals as Washington seeks to reduce dependence on potentially unreliable foreign suppliers. The proposals were outlined by Secretary of

Donald Trump blames immigration for unrest in France and Italy, urging tighter border controls as French authorities investigate violence linked to protests.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has blamed immigration for unrest in France and Italy, urging European governments to tighten border controls. His remarks came amid demonstrations and episodes of violence in France over education conditions, rising living costs and declining purchasing power, although French authoritie

The move offers India breathing space after Washingtons proposed tariff regime raised concerns about the impact on bilateral trade, energy security and export competitivenessreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has suspended key Russia-related sanctions and tariff provisions that threatened to impose duties of up to 100 per cent on imports from countries buying Russian oil and gas, giving India and China temporary relief just days before the measures were due to take effect. In

The US has sanctioned banks and business networks linked to Iran across Iraq, Hong Kong and Dubai, while targeting a Cuban bank in a fresh financial crackdown.reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on financial institutions and business networks linked to Iran across Iraq, Hong Kong, Dubai and other jurisdictions, intensifying the Trump administrations economic pressure on Tehran. The measures target alleged oil revenue intermediaries, foreign-exchange network

US Asian American lawmakers have accused the Trump administration of fuelling anti-South Asian hatred following the foiling of an alleged mass shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Illinois.reports Asian Lite News Desk The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) has blamed the Trump administrations rhetoric and appointments for fuelling anti-South Asian hatred in the United States following the foiling of an alleged white supremacist plot to carry out a mass shooting at a Hindu t

Baloch activist Tara Chand urges Donald Trump to withhold US support for Balochistan mineral deals without local consent and credible human rights safeguardsreports Asian Lite News Desk A Baloch activist has urged US President Donald Trump to withhold American government support for mineral extraction agreements in Balochistan unless they receive the free and informed consent of local people and include credible human rights safeguards. Tara Chand, president of the Baloch American Congress, has

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned attacks on civilian shipping following drone strikes on two cargo vessels off Bulgarias coastreports Asian Lite News Desk UN chief Antonio Guterres has condemned attacks on civilian shipping, warning that the growing number of incidents in the Black Sea, the Gulf region and the Red Sea is threatening seafarers and disrupting the movement of essential goods. The United Nations has also warned that attacks on vessels carrying food, grain and othe

That heritage remains an important reference for the house as it develops new collections. Rather than abandoning its recognisable design direction, the latest presentation revisited its futuristic codes through contemporary womenswearreports Asian Lite News Desk Futuristic silhouettes and graphic designs took centre stage as Pierre Cardin presented its Womens Spring/Summer 2027 collection at Paris Fashion Week on October 6, revisiting the fashion houses long-standing fascination with innovation

Candidates across five US states are seeking historic breakthroughs, from a potential first Indian-American mayor of Los Angeles to a first Hindu member of the Texas Legislature.reports Asian Lite News Desk Indian-AmericancandidatesareseekinghistoricbreakthroughsintheNovember3elections,withcontestsspanningLosAngeles,Texas,Georgia,NewYorkandMaryland.FromLosAngelesCityCouncilmemberNithyaRamansbidtobecomethecitysfirstIndian-AmericanmayortoPoojaSethiscampaignforaseatintheTexasLegislature,severalcand

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Scientists in Budapest have found that dogs brains respond to the structure of words in a way previously observed only in humans, offering new clues about how animals process speech Dogs may understand more about the structure of human speech than previously thought, according to a new study that has identified a brain response once considered unique to humans. Researchers at Etvs Lornd University (ELTE) in Budapest found that dogs brains synchronise with the rhythm of words, particularly when c

Protesters gathered outside the White House during Xi Jinpings Washington visit, calling for freedom in Tibet and Hong Kongreports Asian Lite News Desk Protesters opposing Chinese President Xi Jinpings policies gathered outside the White House on Thursday as he continued his high profile visit to Washington, chanting slogans including Free Tibet and Free Hong Kong. The demonstrators could be heard from the White Houses North Portico, where members of the press were gathered ahead of events invol

Nigeria and the United States have signed a framework to deepen cooperation on geological exploration, mineral processing, infrastructure and technical capacity.reports Africa Daily News Desk Nigeria and the United States have signed an agreement to deepen cooperation and attract greater American investment in Nigerias solid minerals sector, with a focus on exploration, processing, infrastructure and skills development. The agreement was signed at the Nigerian Mission House in New York on the si

The US has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the December G20 summitreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit in December, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday, raising the possibility of a meeting between Putin and US President Donald Trump. Weve invited President Putin to the G20, Rubio told reporters on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. He said Washington hoped Putin would acce

More than 2,000 Tibetans are expected to join a coalition protest in Washington against Chinese President Xi Jinpings visit.reports Asian Lite News Desk More than 2,000 Tibetans from across North America are expected to join Uyghur, Hong Kong, Taiwanese, Southern Mongolian and Chinese democracy groups in Washington on Thursday to protest Chinese President Xi Jinpings visit. The daylong mobilisation will begin with a demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy, followed by a march through central W

President Donald Trump has warned that Washington will use its military power against threats in the Western Hemisphere while highlighting new security arrangements involving Greenlandreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly that Washington would use its military power to protect American interests in the Western Hemisphere, while outlining a foreign policy centred on national sovereignty, opposition to global governance and stronger US secu

India, Brazil, Germany and Japan have called for faster reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that its current structure no longer reflects global realitiesreports Asian Lite News Desk Foreign Ministers of the G4 countries, India, Brazil, Germany and Japan, have called for an early reform of the United Nations Security Council, saying its current structure is unable to effectively address the challenges of maintaining international peace and security. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar,

World leaders are gathering in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly, with wars, climate change, development and multilateral cooperation high on the agendareports Asian Lite News Desk World leaders are gathering at the United Nations headquarters in New York for the high level week of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, with conflicts, climate change, development, emerging technologies and the future of multilateral cooperation among the main issues on the agenda. The General Debat

Manchester will welcome Donald Trump and other G20 leaders in 2027 as the UK uses its presidency to focus on growth, investment and stability, reports Asian Lite News Desk Manchester will host US President Donald Trump and other world leaders for the G20 leaders summit in November 2027, with Prime Minister Andy Burnham preparing to welcome the international gathering to his former political base. The summit will take place at Manchester Central Convention Complex on 27 and 28 November 2027 as pa

India has joined G20 members in endorsing four outcomes covering energy access, infrastructure approvals, water reuse and critical mineral supply chainsreports Asian Lite News Desk India has joined other G20 members in adopting four consensus outcomes focused on household energy access, infrastructure approvals, water reuse and secure critical mineral supply chains at a ministerial meeting in Houston, Texas. The agreements were reached at the conclusion of the three day G20 Energy Abundance Mini

Destroyed roads, buried villages and treacherous terrain are hampering efforts to locate missing US citizens.reports Asian Lite News Desk About 70 Americans remain unaccounted for in Nepals border region with China after a disaster devastated roads, bridges and entire villages, severely hampering search-and-rescue efforts, the US State Department said. According to figures released by the department as of noon EDT on Thursday, 18 Americans had been located and reached safety. The safety of Ameri

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels, well below its 10-day average, while Bab el-Mandeb traffic remained comparatively stable, reports Asian Lite News Desk Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels on Wednesday, according to preliminary ship-tracking data, highlighting the continued low level of commercial traffic through the vital Gulf waterway. The figure was down from 12 vessels recorded the previous day and well below the 10-day average of 14

India, US, Japan and Australia review security and technology ties ahead of next ministers meetingreports Asian Lite News Desk Senior officials from India, the United States, Japan and Australia have reviewed progress on maritime security, critical technologies and economic cooperation as the four-nation Quad prepares for its next foreign ministers meeting. Indias Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri hosted the Quad Sherpas meeting in New Delhi on Thursday, bringing together senior representatives fro

Declaration reflects growing alignment against unilateral sanctions and Western-led global structuresreports Asian Lite News Desk The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has condemned military strikes on Iran, called for a comprehensive and just resolution to the Palestinian question, backed the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan and opposed unilateral coercive economic measures, as the bloc reaffirmed its commitment to building a representative and equitable multipolar worl

The former India captain criticised the teams World Cup campaign and questioned whether enough is being done to challenge the worlds bestreports Asian Lite News Desk Former India hockey captain PR Sreejesh has questioned the lack of accountability surrounding the mens team after India crashed out of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup without reaching the semifinals. Indias campaign in Amstelveen ended on Monday with a 3-5 defeat to Argentina, their second successive loss in Stage 2. They had earlier

India and New Zealand advance defence cooperation on maritime security and joint training while implementing Roadmap 2030 and expanding wider strategic and economic ties.reports India Daily News Desk India and New Zealand have stepped up discussions on defence cooperation, with maritime security, joint training and the implementation of a new strategic roadmap taking centre stage during the second India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue in Wellington. The talks underline the growing securit

US Ambassador Sergio Gor says Lockheed Martin and Tata are making India a critical C-130J production hub, deepening defence manufacturing and strategic tiesreports India Daily News Desk India is emerging as a key link in the global production network for the C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft through the expanding partnership between US aerospace giant Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor highlighted the growing role of Indian industry in th

Canada will impose dollar-for-dollar tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods after trade talks collapsed between the two countries...reports Asian Lite News Desk Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs on US goods after trade talks between the two countries broke down, escalating tensions between the North American neighbours. In a nationally televised address, Carney said Canadas counter-tariffs on $20 billion worth of American goods would take e

Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States in two weeks, as tensions over tariffs, trade and technology remain high, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has said Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States in two weeks, without providing a specific date, venue or agenda for the expected meeting. Trump made the announcement while addressing a Republican campaign rally in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Friday. As an example, in tw

US Canada trade talks collapse after Washington imposes 50 per cent tariffs, with Prime Minister Mark Carney promising dollar-for-dollar retaliation to protect Canadian businesses, reports Asian Lite News Desk Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada have collapsed, with Washington imposing fresh 50 per cent tariffs on nearly $28 billion worth of Canadian imports and Ottawa vowing to retaliate dollar-for-dollar. The latest escalation came late Friday night after last-minute talks

Islamabad rejected Gors description of the territory as an important part of India, calling the remarks factually incorrectreports. Asian Lite News Desk Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US Charg dAffaires in Islamabad and lodged a formal protest over remarks made by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor during his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir. According to Pakistans Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad delivered a demarche over what it described as the Ambassadors factually incorrect commen

Thousands of Indian green card applicants could face wider financial scrutiny under new US immigration guidance taking effect next month.reports Asian Lite News Desk New US green card rules could bring greater financial scrutiny for thousands of Indians seeking permanent residency, with immigration officers set to consider a wider range of public benefits when assessing whether applicants could become a public charge. The new guidance from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will tak

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Washington could impose further measures and called on other countries to withdraw support for the courtreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating the Trump administrations campaign against the tribunal and warning that further measures could follow. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Akane, a Japanese national, and Sey

The United States has welcomed Indias contract with General Atomics to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian systems to the Indian Navy for 30 months.reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has welcomed Indias defence contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian systems for the Indian Navy, describing the agreement as a step forward in bilateral defence cooperation and maritime security. The US Embassy in India said the leased systems would stre

US President Donald Trump has invoked Indias electoral system while pressing Congress to approve legislation requiring proof of citizenship and photo identification for federal electionsreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has cited Indias electoral system as an example while renewing his call for stricter voter identification requirements in American elections and urging Congress to pass the SAVE America Act. Trump referred to a question he said Indias Chief Election Commissio

A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation to deepen Washingtons engagement with Tibets government-in-exile.reports Asian Lite News Desk A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation seeking to strengthen US engagement with Tibets government-in-exile and ensure continued American support for Tibetan institutions beyond the lifetime of the 14th Dalai Lama. The Assuring the Future of Tibet Act was introduced by Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley and Republican Senator

Cricket Scotland and the Netherlands KNCB have criticised the ICCs revised ODI World Cup structure and qualification pathway as a setback for Associate nationsreports Asian Lite News Desk Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) have described the International Cricket Councils (ICC) recent changes to the qualification pathway and tournament structure for the Mens ODI World Cup as a major setback for Associate nations, warning that the move could undermine years of progres

Hormuz reopening hopes dim as Trump demands Iranian compensation, while Tehran insists wider US concessions are needed before unrestricted shipping can resume.reports Asian Lite News Desk Hopes of a breakthrough to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have weakened after US President Donald Trump demanded that Iran pay compensation for deaths and damage he says resulted from Iranian actions over decades, adding a new obstacle to already difficult negotiations. Trumps demand came as Iran and Oman moved cl

US President Donald Trump has stepped up attacks on Muslim communities and Democratic candidates ahead of the midterm elections.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric against Muslim communities and Democratic candidates from those communities ahead of the midterm elections, with his latest social media post targeting Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Trump shared an image on Truth Social showing El-Sayed standing before a crowd that included w