US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday, November 14, announced his decision to nominate former Democratic presidential candidate (until October 9, 2023) Robert F Kennedy Jr. as his Secretary of Health and Human Services. The nomination for this top Cabinet position is subject to confirmation by the US Senate.
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AR Rahman secures two nominations for The Goat Life at Hollywood Music in Media Awards
Organised by the Hollywood Music In Media Academy, the HMMAs honour original music (both song and score) across all visual media globally, including film, TV, video games, trailers, commercials, documentaries, and special programs.
COP29 experts focus on SLCP reduction as key to mitigating India’s air pollution crisis
Short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) are a group of greenhouse gases and air pollutants that have a near-term warming impact on climate and can affect air quality. SLCPs include black carbon, methane, ground-level ozone, and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs).
White House confirms “orderly and peaceful” transition of power after Trump-Biden meet
The United States will see an orderly and peaceful transition of power, the White House said following a two-hour-long meeting between President-elect Donald Trump and outgoing President Joe Biden on Wednesday, November 13.
Bangladesh: Editors’ Council condemns interim govt’s move to revoke 167 press accreditations
While the Ministry of Information holds the right to investigate any misuse of accreditation, the Editors Council believes cancelling press cards without clear allegations or proof sets a dangerous precedent, according to a press release issued by the council.
Trump picks Tulsi Gabbard to serve as Director of National Intelligence
On August 26, 2024, Gabbard formally endorsed Trump for a second term and soon after began serving as co-chair of his transition team.
Exposure to air pollutants in pregnancy, early childhood could raise autism risk: Study
Researchers reviewed previously published studies and found that common air pollutants, including fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen oxides, can trigger complex biological processes that could affect brain development.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem lands Homeland Security Secretary role in Trump cabinet
Noem in a statement said she is honoured and humbled that Trump has selected her for the position of Secretary of Homeland Security.
Donald Trump picks Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency
“I am pleased to announce that the Great Elon Musk, working in conjunction with American Patriot Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE),” Trump announced.
Vistara ends journey with last flight to Singapore
The last flight of Vistara took off from Delhi for Singapore shortly after midnight, November 12, ahead of the merger of the airline with Air India.
