Chinese patents face US crackdown bill

IANS | June 9, 2026 7:38 AM

Washington, June 9 (IANS) A group of senior House lawmakers has introduced legislation aimed at preventing Chinese entities identified as national security threats from obtaining US patents, arguing that Beijing has used America's intellectual property system to advance its economic and technological ambitions.

Hakeem Jeffries attacks Trump on living costs, Iran war

IANS | June 9, 2026 7:15 AM

Washington, June 9 (IANS) US House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launched a broad attack on President Donald Trump, accusing his administration of driving up living costs, mishandling healthcare and dragging the United States into what he described as a "reckless and costly war of choice in Iran".

Trump claims Iran ready for nuclear deal

IANS | June 9, 2026 7:08 AM

Washington, June 9 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said that Iran was willing to abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons and sign an agreement with the United States, as he claimed American military operations had severely weakened Tehran's military capabilities.

UFC’s White House debut highlights growing influence in sports, culture and politics

IANS | June 9, 2026 7:03 AM

Washington, June 9 (IANS) As the Ultimate Fighting Championship prepares to stage the first-ever UFC event on the South Lawn of the White House, the State Department's decision to launch a sports diplomacy partnership with the mixed martial arts giant underscores how the organisation has evolved into a powerful force in sport, culture and politics.