US Justice Department alleges anti-Asian bias at Ohio State University

IANS | October 22, 2026 7:01 AM

Washington, Oct 22 (IANS) The US Justice Department has accused Ohio State University's medical school of discriminating against Asian and white applicants, saying its admissions system favoured Black candidates and allowed some applicants to bypass screening or interviews.

Russia freed American Hubbard; Trump says 'gave nothing in exchange'

IANS | October 22, 2026 6:33 AM

Washington, Oct 22 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said Russia released American Stephen Hubbard after he asked President Vladimir Putin in a phone call, insisting Washington "gave nothing in exchange", and praised Moscow and Beijing for largely staying out of the Iran conflict.