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Lawsuit Says Census Takers Were Pressured To Falsify Data
The U.S. Census Bureau was able to claim it had reached 99.9% of households when the 2020 census ended two weeks ago because census takers were pressured to falsify data as the statistical agency cut corners and slashed standards, according to an amended...
New Program Allows Soldiers To Innovate From The Bottom Up
In combat, U.S. Army Maj. Evan Adams is a tank officer responsible for leading intricate cavalry and reconnaissance operations. But more than a decade ago, he was a graphic design major in college, a skill he put to use in a new Army effort aimed at gathe...
Many Warnings, and Delays: In Beirut Port, All of Lebanon’s Ills are Laid Bare
The first of many warnings about a deadly cargo in Beirut’s port came in February 2014, about three months after its arrival.
Suspected Jihadist Freed By Mali Is Detained In Algeria
Algeria's defence ministry said on Wednesday it had detained a suspected jihadist militant who was released this month by Mali as part of a prisoner swap, underscoring its fears of insecurity in the Sahel region.
'Routine Appeal Only to Energise Cadre': Pawar Downplays Uddhav's Remark About Sena Forming Govt on its Own
As per Sena MLA and spokesman Pratap Sarnaik, Thackeray, in an online meeting with district-level leaders on Tuesday, exhorted them to strive to bring the party to power on its own strength in future. Pawar told reporters in Nashik that such appeals are r...
Nia Sharma's Handbag Gets Stolen From Her Car, Seeks Mumbai Police's Help
Actress Nia Sharma took to Twitter to seek Mumbai police' help as her handbag was stolen from inside her car in the city on Wednesday.
Record U.S. Third-quarter Growth Assured As Goods Trade Deficit Falls, Inventories Rise
The United States' trade deficit in goods narrowed sharply in September and inventories at retailers surged, sealing expectations for record economic growth in the third quarter after the worst performance in at least 73 years.
Trade Body Urges India Not To Reduce Import Tax On Edible Oils
A leading trade body has urged the Indian government not to reduce import taxes on edible oils as lower prices could hurt local farmers who are trying to boost production.
Plea Claims Teaching, Non-teaching Staff in DU Not Paid for Last 5 Months: HC Seeks AAP's Reply
Justice Jyoti SIngh issued notice to the Delhi government and DU seeking their stand by November 20 on the petition by an organisation representing the teaching and nonteaching staff.
Goa Govt Seeks Apology From Karan Johar's Production House For 'Littering'
The Goa government on Wednesday asked fimmaker Karan Johar's Dharma Productions to tender an apology for "littering" at a village in the state during a film shoot recently, and said that if the company fails to do so, fine would be imposed on it. A cont...
SBI Inks Agreement with Japan Bank for $1 Billion Loan
The loan is intended to promote smooth flow of funds for the whole range of business operations of Japanese automobile manufacturers in India, the release said.
15th Finance Commission on Course to Finalise Report by End of This Month
The 15th Finance Commission is mandated to make their final report for 2021-26 available by October 30, 2020. The Commission remains on course to complete their task, it added.
Ahead of Ananya Panday's Birthday, Her Mother Shares Adorable Childhood Video
In the run-up to her birthday, Ananya Panday's mother has shared a video of the actress as proof that she has been obsessed with the camera since childhood.
Colors Channel Apologises For 'Anti Marathi' Remark By Jaan Kumar Sanu On 'Bigg Boss'
TV channel Colors on Wednesday apologised for singer Jaan Kumar Sanu's comment on Marathi language on the reality show "Bigg Boss", saying that it had no intentions of anyone's hurting sentiments. In a recent episode of the show, Sanu asked his fellow c...
In a Nostalgic Post, Lara Dutta Shares Memories from 2000 After Winning Miss Universe Title
Lara Dutta is celebrating 20 years of her Miss Universe 2000 title.
U.S. Pharmacies Attract New Flu Shot Customers As Coronavirus Surges
Walmart Inc, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc, CVS Health Corp and Rite Aid Corp have told Reuters demand for flu shots at their U.S. pharmacies is up sharply in some cases double from last year as people try to protect themselves from influenza in the mids...