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Biden, Trump rally as campaigning for midterms reach final stage
On Sunday, while Biden spoke at a rally in New York to support Governor Kathy Hochul, Trump made his last-minute plea to voters in Miami, reports the BBC. Addressing voters at the Sarah Lawrence College, the President called the upcoming election "an inflection point" that will determine the next 20 years, adding that the people were choosing between two "fundamentally different visions of America".
Iran unveils 'upgraded' Bavar-373 missile system
The unveiling ceremony was attended by Iranian Defense Minister Mohammadreza Ashtiani, during which the system was successfully tested by launching a long-range Sayyad B4 (Hunter B4) missile, Xinhua news agency reported, citing a report by IRNA news agency. During the test, its upgraded radar managed to detect a target at a distance of more than 450 km.
Italy's support for Ukraine 'subject of debate' amid widespread protests
Local media reported that protesters held banners, placards and rainbow flags at the events on Saturday, demanding negotiation and diplomatic efforts to solve the crisis in Ukraine, Xinhua news agency reported. "More arms for hugs, no more wars!" read one banner carried by a man who wore a rainbow scarf in Rome.
PTI to resume march to Islamabad from Tuesday
Imran Khan called on his supporters to reach Rawalpindi as an announcement of the long march's resumption, saying that the reason the Pakistani nation is treated as beggars is not because of the lack of resources but due to a lack of justice, Geo News reported. "It is time to realise Haqeeqi Azadi. All of you should come and reach Rawalpindi when I join the party and lead (the march)."
Five cops killed as over 150 dacoits attack police camp in Pakistan
More than 150 dacoits attacked the police post, killing five policemen including a DSP and two SHOs, The Express Tribune reported. DSP Abdul Malik Bhutto, SHO Abdul Malik Kamangar, SHO Deen Muhammad Leghari and two police constables, Saleem Chachadar and Jatoi Patafi were killed in the attack.
Biden now irks Afghans by disparaging their country as 'Godforsaken place'
On Friday, Joe Biden targeted Afghanistan. "A lot of you have been to Afghanistan. I've been to every part of it. It's a Godforsaken place - it's a Godforsaken place," said the US president while addressing war veterans at an election rally in San Diego, Dawn reported.
Indian-American candidate says sorry for racist tweets
"I deleted a tweet that appeared several months ago forwarded by someone to me! I believe some of the Muslim groups were unhappy about the content & comparison made therein. I u/s the joke didn't go down well. I confirm the intent was never to hurt anyone," Vibhuti Jha, from Port Washington, wrote on his twitter handle.
Rishi Sunak announces bank holiday for coronation of King Charles III
"I look forward to seeing people come together to celebrate and pay tribute to King Charles III by taking part in local and national events across the country in his honour," a statement by the UK PMO quoted the Prime Minister as saying. Prince Charles,73, automatically became the King of the UK after his mother Queen Elizabeth II's demise on September 8.
Imran Khan to return to political stage in 2 to 3 days
Talking to mediapersons at the Shaukat Khanum Hospital in Lahore, where Imran is being treated for the leg injury, Azhar said the party would continue its peaceful protest against the "attempted assassination" of Imran Khan. The former Pakistan PM suffered gun shot injuries in leg on Thursday when he was leading the anti-government long march toward Islamabad, Geo TV reported.
Of 8 Indian Americans running in midterms, 5 seem headed for the House
All the four Representatives who gave themselves the nickname "Samosa Caucus" stand a strong chance of being re-elected according to forecasts and a fifth, Democrat Shri Thanedar who is running for the first time is almost certain to join them. The three Republican aspirants, Ritesh Tanden who is running against fellow Indian American Ro Khanna in California, Sandeep Srivastava in Texas and Rishi Kumar in California have been written off in forecasts.
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