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US sees highest inflation surge in nearly four decades

Jan 13, 2022

US consumer prices in December continued to rise at the fastest annual pace in almost 40 years, which could push the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates earlier, the US Labor Department reported on Wednesday.

USA may record 142,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations

Jan 11, 2022

United States on Monday recorded 141,385 COVID-19 cases in hospitals with medical staff struggled to treat the infected patients amid an unprecedented surge of the coronavirus.

Rare snowy owl soars over Washington

Jan 11, 2022

A snowy owl apparently touring buildings of Washington is captivating birdwatchers.

Candlelight vigil held to mark Jan 6 attack

Jan 7, 2022

One year after US Capitol insurrection, hundreds gathered Thursday evening in front of the US Capitol to commemorate the anniversary of the 2021 attack.

Biden marks a year since violent insurrection

Jan 6, 2022

President Joe Biden is preparing to mark the first anniversary of the U.S. Capitol insurrection, gathering with lawmakers to remember the violent attack.

Biden adds new puppy 'Commander' to family

Dec 21, 2021

US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden welcomed a new puppy to the White House on Monday.

Instagram head faces senators amid anger

Dec 9, 2021

US: Stricter testing for foreign travelers

Dec 3, 2021

Iran may develop latent nuclear weapons despite Vienna talks

Nov 30, 2021

Iran may start working on a nuclear program for its latent capabilities, despite ongoing talks in Vienna.

Japan to host Quad group meet next year: US official

Nov 20, 2021

Japan has agreed to host a meeting of the Quad group involving the United States, Australia and India next year, White House coordinator for the Indo-Pacific, Kurt Campbell, said on Friday.