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You've understood the errors of your predecessors: Taliban tells Trump

Lauding US President Donald Trump for "(understanding) the errors of your predecessors", the Taliban has wrote an open letter to him, urging him to withdraw American troops from Afghanistan.

Amid North Korea crisis, Trump orders trade probe against China

Amid the North Korea crisis, US President Donald Trump ordered a probe into China's unfair trade practices.

#IndiaAt70: Where India development stands compared to 5 other countries

Seven decades since its independence, India has made progress on multiple developmental parameters.

7 members of heroic Syrian White Helmet relief organization killed

In what can only be described as a horrifying incident, seven members of the Syrian White Helmets rescue group were shot dead by unknown gunmen in Sarmeen, a town in rebel-held Idlib province.

Pakistan hoists largest national flag on 70th Independence Day

Pakistani Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa hoisted the country's largest flag in the history at midnight on Attari-Wagah Border near Lahore to mark the 70th Independence Day.

Pakistani PM urges the international community to resolve Kashmir issue

Speaking on the occasion of Pakistan's 70th Independence Day, newly chosen PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi called on the international community to play a role in resolving the Kashmir dispute.

North Korea: Will Kim Jong-un press the nuclear launch button?

Most of us are not strangers to North Korea's nuclear missile antics. The hype around them usually heighten and fade almost as quickly.

Scaramucci: "Elements" within White House plotting Trump's exit

US can help India with military modernization: Admiral Tom Harris

India has a military nightmare to handle, with Pakistan pushing in on the Western front and China aggravating the Doklam standoff at the eastern front.

Gunmen open fire in Burkina Faso capital, kill 17

A terrorist attack in the centre of West African nation Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, has left 17 dead and eight wounded.

Doklam standoff: Amid heightened tension, Indian insulted at Shanghai airport

Indian and Chinese citizens seem to be facing the effects of heightened bilateral tension amid the months-long India-China standoff at Doklam.

Venezuela crisis: Latin America condemns Trump's military response threat

Latin American trading bloc, Mercosur has condemned President Trump's remark threatening Venezuela with a military response.

106-year-old cake still edible, but would you eat it?

Conservators from the Antarctic Heritage Trust have uncovered a British fruitcake that is 106 years old from Antarctica.

Eggs scandal that is rocking 16 European countries

The European Commission said 15 EU countries, Hong Kong and Switzerland have received eggs contaminated with the insecticide fipronil.

Train collision in Egypt kills 44, injures 180

A collision between two trains near Alexandria, Egypt, has killed at least 44 people and injured around 180.

Trump: N.Korea can expect "big, big trouble" if Guam attacked

President Donald Trump said North Korea could expect "big, big trouble" if it attacks the US Pacific territory of Guam.

Baby stuffed in plastic bag found alive after three days

Every once in a while, you come across news that's both utterly shocking and at the same time, instils hope.

US and Canadian diplomats in Cuba suffer headaches/hearing loss

A Canadian diplomat stationed in Cuba has suffered hearing loss and headaches, prompting the Canadian foreign ministry to launch an investigation.

Did Trump just thank Putin for taking away American jobs?

In a somewhat bizarre move, US President Donald Trump appears to have thanked his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for taking away American jobs.

Trump's NYC home now on Airbnb for $725 a night!

Airbnb has another luxurious listing now: US President Donald Trump's New York City home in Queens, where he spent his childhood.

US opioid crisis: President Trump declares national emergency

Acknowledging the seriousness of the US opioid crisis, President Donald Trump has officially declared it a national emergency.

Trump warns North Korea should be "very, very nervous"

Trump warned North Korea that it should be "very, very nervous" if it even as much as thinks about attacking the US or its allies.

Pakistan: Thousands attempt procession in support of ousted Sharif

A so called "caravan" procession in support of Sharif was attended by thousands of people.

Trump Chicken "steaks out" in protest near White House

US President Donald Trump is away from the White House on vacation. And already, we may see a coop in the West Wing.

FBI raids ex-Trump campaign chief's house over Russia probe

The FBI raided Donald Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort's residence in Virginia, on July 26, Manafort's spokesman has confirmed.

North Korea: Plan to bomb Guam will be ready soon

The war of words between America and North Korea continues unabated.

Iran's Rouhani appoints two women as vice-presidents following outcry

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has appointed two women as vice-presidents and one as a civil rights assistant.

Dalai Lama invokes "Hindi-Chini Bhai Bhai" over Doklam standoff

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama knows how difficult it is to deal with China.

Saudi Arabian airlines' dress code sparks outrage

That Saudi Arabia has strict rules for social behavior, especially for women, isn't new. But a dress code issued by Saudia Airlines, its national carrier, has sparked outrage.

North Korea considering missile strikes on US territory of Guam

There appears to be no sign of de-escalation of tensions between the US and North Korea.

Countries submitting dodgy greenhouse gas data threaten Paris accord

The Paris climate change agreement potentially faces a bigger threat than President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the US from it.

How pro-gun Trump unknowingly hurt America's firearm industry

American gunmakers and sellers overwhelmingly favored Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton in the run up to the 2016 US presidential election.

British model released after being kidnapped for "sex slavery"

20-year-old British glamour model Chloe Ayling was released five days after allegedly being kidnapped in Milan.

San Francisco couple ends up owning exclusive Presidio Terrace streets

Imagine ending up owning a street filled with million-dollar houses at just $90,000. What would you do with your new-found bargain?

Chinese restaurant offers discounts based on bra sizes!

In a bizarre move, a Chinese restaurant has announced a cringe-worthy promotion: discounts depending on bra size.

Indo-US militaries gear up for Yudh Abhyas in September

Over 200 soldiers from the Indian Army's Gorkha rifles will participate in Yudh Abhyas, an annual joint Indo-US military exercise.

Trump breaks 64-years of precedent, gives just one solo presser

US President Donald Trump's dislike for the news media is no secret, he largely prefers Twitter for disseminating information.

Kenyan elections: Amid murder, hate-speech, President Kenyatta urges for peace

Gearing up for the upcoming Presidential elections, Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta urged 19 million+ voters to turn up in large numbers and vote.

UK 'a bit absent' from Brexit negotiations: Sir Simon Fraser

Expressing his disapproval for UK's conduct at the Brexit negotiations, Sir Simon Fraser, an ex-top official at the foreign office stated that the UK hasn't been able to get a good start at the Brexit negotiations.

Saudi Arabia plans cities on sand to stop oil reliance

Saudi Arabia is now turning over a new leaf. After years of using its vast oil reserves as the primary source for fuelling its economy, the world's biggest oil exporter has now decided to focus on its other abundant natural resource - deserts.