A surprise guest was expected at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) held last week in Chicago. While most were expecting Taylor Swift or Beyonce to turn up, it was COVID-19 - an invisible enemy that tormented much of humanity in the last few years, that arrived at the DNC and infected multiple attendees.

COVID-19 was the surprise guest at Democratic National Convention as attendees test positive for virus

Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris is set to deliver the most pivotal speech of her career on Thursday (Aug 22) as she officially accepts the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming presidential election at the ongoing Democratic National Convention (DNC).

Kamala Harris’ DNC address: Will her speech hit the high notes of history?

US Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to accept her party's nomination for president on Thursday, the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. WION brings you more insights in this report.

Final Day of DNC: Stage set for Kamala Harris in Chicago

Maggots found at the Democratic National Convention breakfast on Wednesday have sent officials scrambling for answers. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Chicago police are investigating whether they were intentionally slipped into the food being served to the delegates at the Fairmont Hotel.

Maggots found in DNC breakfast trigger probe, FBI checking if it was intentional

Former US Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden for one of the most successful presidencies of modern times, adding that Vice President Kamala Harris is ready to take us to new heights.

Nancy Pelosi hails Biden's presidency; says Kamala Harris 'ready to take us to new heights'

Oprah Winfrey made a surprise appearance on the third day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Wednesday (Aug 21) much to the surprise of thousands of supporters gathered at the United Center.

Oprah Winfrey takes veiled dig at JD Vance over 'childless cat lady' remark during surprise DNC speech

All eyes will be on Tim Walz who will formally accept the Democratic Party’s nomination for Vice President on day three of Democratic National Convention. Watch in for more details!

What to expect on Day 3 of Democratic National Convention

Alongside the celebratory mood in the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, there is a strong shadow of the Israel-Gaza war. Protests have erupted outside Israeli consulate in Chicago as the Democratic National Convention enters the third day. The Israel-Gaza war is also a topic that is dividing the Democrats at the convention.

US: War in Gaza casts shadow over Democratic National Convention in Chicago

US President Joe Biden will deliver a bittersweet farewell address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday, passing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris as the party's nominee for November's election.

Democratic National Convention: Biden to pass torch to Harris in bittersweet convention farewell

Dozens of protesters broke through a security fence near the site of the Democratic National Convention on its opening day Monday as thousands took to the streets to voice their opposition to the war in Gaza. Watch in for more details!

US: Protesters rally during the DNC in Chicago, demand arms embargo on Israel

US President Joe Biden gave an emotional farewell speech on the first day of the Democratic National Convention. In his speech, he made the case for Americans to elect Kamala Harris as his White House successor. Harris made a surprise appearance and vowed to defeat Republican rival Donald Trump in November.

US Election 2024: Joe Biden takes aim at Donald Trump in DNC farewell speech

US Election 2024: Joe Biden eyes legacy in emotional farewell at Democratic National Convention

'America I gave my best to you': Biden passes the torch to Harris in emotional farewell speech

Joe Biden hails Kamala Harris as DNC's future in emotional speech

A section of protesters at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Monday (Aug 19) unfurled a banner that said "Stop Arming Israel" as President Joe Biden addressed the gathering.

Watch: Biden supporters heckle protesters displaying 'Stop Arming Israel' sign at DNC

As the Democratic National Convention is set to kick off in Chicago on Monday, several prominent figures, including comedian-actress Mindy Kaling, actor Kerry Washington, Ana Navarro, and Tony Goldwyn, have been confirmed as hosts for the convention, The Hill reported, citing officials.

Mindy Kaling, Kerry Washington among celebs to host Democratic National Convention in Chicago

US Vice President Kamala Harris secured support Monday from a majority of delegates to the Democratic National Convention, likely ensuring she will become the party's nominee for president next month. Watch in for more details!

US: Kamala Harris surpasses number of delegates needed for nomination

It appears purse strings are loosening for Kamala Harris as the US Vice President has raised $100 million, improving upon her record-breaking fundraising after becoming the overnight most-likely Democrat nominee for presidential elections due in November, in the wake of incumbent Joe Biden's exit from the race for White House.

Kamala Harris raises $100 million since Biden exit, improving on 24-hour fundraising record

To Black Americans in the 1960s who were targeted and harassed by the police, 21-year-old Fred Hampton was an empowering figure. To the FBI and its director, J. Edgar Hoover, Hampton, the chairman of the Illinois Black Panther Party, was a radical threat.

'Judas and the Black Messiah': What to know about this much-talked about film

The Democrats are all set for upcoming US elections as their convention ended with fanfare and fireworks. The highlights of Day 4 was the acceptance speech given by now presidential nominee Joe Biden.

As Democratic Convention ends, all eyes set on Trump's nomination amid tax ruling and more

On the day of Joe Biden receiving a nomination at Democratic Convention, a 13-year-old was undoubtedly the star of the night after he made an emotional two-minute speech in which he talked about Biden's advice that helped him to work on his problem of stuttering.

13-year-old boy with stutter wins heart after speech at Democratic Convention

Former Vice President Joe Biden accepted the presidential nomination during the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention at the Chase Center in Wilmington. Watch report.

Joe Biden speaks at DNC 2020 | "No more cosying up to dictators"

"Trump failed to protect America": Joe Biden speaks at DNC 2020

Pop star Billie Eilish debuted a new song and urged people to vote against Donald Trump while appearing at the 2020 Democratic National Convention. Before debuting her new song 'My Future', the Grammy award-winning singer made a plea to viewers.

Billie Eilish debuts new single at Democratic National Convention, says 'Donald Trump is destroying America'

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