Critical minerals now central to US diplomacy: Rubio

IANS | June 3, 2026 8:46 AM

Washington, June 3 (IANS) Critical minerals have become a central pillar of American diplomacy, with US embassies around the world increasingly focused on securing supply chains and reducing dependence on China, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers.

Rubio warns against China’s grip on critical minerals

IANS | June 3, 2026 8:30 AM

Washington, June 3 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that China's dominance of global critical mineral supply chains poses a growing threat to economic and national security, saying the United States is expanding partnerships worldwide to reduce dependence on Beijing for resources vital to advanced technologies, defence systems and industrial production.

Ram Charan underwent training in wrestling for three to four months for Peddi: Buchi Babu Sana

IANS | June 3, 2026 8:06 AM

Hyderabad, June 3 (IANS) Buchi Babu Sana, who has directed the eagerly awaited rural sports action drama 'Peddi', featuring Telugu star Ram Charan in the lead, has now disclosed that actor Ram Charan underwent training in wrestling for three to four months for the film and that they had roped in the trainer who had trained actor Aamir Khan in Dangal for the task.

US prepares massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, DHS chief says

IANS | June 3, 2026 8:00 AM

Washington, June 3 (IANS) Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Tuesday that U.S. authorities are preparing for an unprecedented security operation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the tournament as "78 Super Bowls in 38 days" as millions of fans are expected to travel across North America for the event.

Rubio calls Cuba growing security threat

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:47 AM

Washington, June 3 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Cuba as both a failing state and a growing national security threat to the United States, accusing Havana of hosting Chinese and Russian intelligence operations while supporting anti-American activities across Latin America.

US steps up pushback against China across Latin America

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:43 AM

Washington, June 3 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the United States is intensifying efforts to counter China's expanding influence across Latin America, arguing that decades of American neglect allowed Beijing to establish a significant presence in sectors ranging from ports and telecommunications to critical minerals and infrastructure.