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07 Sep 2017
Sri LankaEver wondered how hurricanes around the world get their names?
In Texas, Hurricane Harvey has wrecked havoc. Hurricane Irma has slammed Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands and is moving towards Florida.
07 Sep 2017
South KoreaChinese military conducts 'sudden attack' drills near North Korea
An anti-aircraft defense battalion of the Chinese air force conducted an exercise close to the Korean peninsula on Tuesday.
07 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpChicago Mayor declares city a "Trump-free zone" for Dreamers
US President Donald Trump has an imposing influence on contemporary America.
07 Sep 2017
SuicideFurore in China after young pregnant woman kills herself
On August 31, a pregnant young woman in China jumped from her hospital window after her family allegedly refused permission for her to undergo a caesarean section despite her being in severe pain.
07 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpCategory 5 Hurricane Irma reduces two Caribbean islands to rubble
The category five Hurricane Irma has caused widespread destruction across the Caribbean, killing at least nine people and reducing islands to rubble.
07 Sep 2017
IndiaPakistan finally admits LeT, JeM are based in its territory
After years of denial, Pakistan has for the first time admitted that anti-India terrorist outfits such as the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) operate from its territory.
07 Sep 2017
North KoreaNorth Korea sanctions: US proposes Kim Jong-un asset freeze
It seems the US was serious when it vowed to impose "the strongest possible sanctions" against North Korea at the UN.
07 Sep 2017
Donald Trump15 US states sue Trump over DACA decision in court
A group of 16 Democratic and nonpartisan state attorneys general has sued US President Donald Trump's decision to terminate Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
European migrant crisis: EU court rejects challenge from Hungary, Solvakia
A European Court has rejected challenges from Hungary and Slovakia against an EU migrant relocation deal.
06 Sep 2017
IndiaExpat Insider: US, UK's reputation declining, India in bottom 10
A survey of over 13,000 expatriates across 166 nationalities revealed that the once great reputations of the US and the UK as great places to live and work are falling fast.
06 Sep 2017
AustraliaAre Chinese students undermining freedom of expression in Australian universities?
In recent months, there have been at least four prominent cases of Chinese students at Australian universities complaining about teaching materials which China considers incorrect or insulting.
06 Sep 2017
San FranciscoPutin: Trump is "not my bride, I'm not his groom"
Russian President Vladimir Putin showed his humorous side during a news conference in China.
06 Sep 2017
IndiaBRICS declaration: Has China shifted its stance on Masood Azhar?
China endorsed a declaration which named Jaish-e-Mohammad along with other Pakistan-based terror groups at the recently concluded BRICS Summit.
06 Sep 2017
IndiaModi backs Myanmar on Rohingya issue, praises Suu Kyi's leadership
Indian PM Narendra Modi praised Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi's leadership in a joint statement during his visit to Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw.
06 Sep 2017
IndiaModi meets Myanmar's president, discuss steps to deepen "historical relationship"
PM Narendra Modi discussed steps to deepen the "historical relationship" between India and Myanmar when he called on President Htin Kyaw during his maiden bilateral visit to the country.
06 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpTrump terminates DACA: Thousands of undocumented Indian immigrants face deportation
An estimated 8,000 Indian-Americans are facing deportation after President Donald Trump decided to terminate Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals: an Obama-era policy to protect undocumented immigrant youth.
06 Sep 2017
YouTubeChinese man jailed for helping others break Internet firewall
Not all heroes wear capes. One such hero is Deng Jiewei, from Guangdong, who was recently arrested by the Chinese government for selling virtual private networks. He has now been sentenced to a 9-month jail.
05 Sep 2017
South KoreaPutin: World approaching "global catastrophe" over North Korea
Speaking at the closure of the BRICS summit in Beijing, which hosted the leaders of Brazil, India, China, and South Africa, Russian leader Vladimir Putin condemned North Korea's nuclear tests and warned the world of an approaching "global catastrophe".
05 Sep 2017
IndiaIndia claims crucial diplomatic wins during eventful BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed from China to Myanmar after an eventful BRICS summit.
05 Sep 2017
IndiaModi to discuss Rohingyas, infrastructure, trade, security during Myanmar trip
Indian PM Narendra Modi is visiting Myanmar where he will be meeting President Htin Kyaw and leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
05 Sep 2017
GermanyGermany doubles funds to fight car pollution
German Chancellor Angela Merkel speaking alongside VC Sigmar Gabriel announced that the funding to help federal states and towns to combat vehicular pollution will be doubled to reach $1.2 billion.
05 Sep 2017
AustraliaAustralia: High Court hears challenges to controversial same-sex marriage vote
The High Court of Australia has started hearing petitions challenging the government's bid to conduct a national vote to gauge citizens' support for legalizing same-sex marriages.
05 Sep 2017
IndiaModi-Xi meet: India-China reaffirm that 'differences will not become disputes'
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for pushing Sino-Indian relations on the "right track" during his meeting with Indian PM Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Xiamen, China.
05 Sep 2017
IndiaChina dodges question on JeM chief Azhar despite BRICS declaration
On Monday, a BRICS joint declaration condemned Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) among other Pakistan-based terrorist groups.
05 Sep 2017
North KoreaUS urges "strongest possible measures" against North Korea at UN
North Korea's recent Hydrogen-bomb test sent tremors of fear and insecurity rippling through the world.
05 Sep 2017
Russia NewsPutin: AI will enable a nation to rule the world
What should be the number one thing on the to-do list of a nation planning to become the ruler of the world?
04 Sep 2017
Thailand"Smart vests" to turn Bangkok's dogs into mobile surveillance units
A Thai advertising agency has, in theory, come up with a way to turn Bangkok's street dogs into guardians of city.
04 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpTrump's movie career: Won the "Worst Supporting Actor" award
Did you know Donald Trump almost played the US President even before he ran for it? He was offered the role in the 2015 TV-film Sharknado 3.
04 Sep 2017
CaliforniaFirefighters make gains against largest wildfire in Los Angeles' history
At least three homes were destroyed and four people reportedly injured in the largest wildfires to hit Los Angeles (LA) in its history.
04 Sep 2017
Prince WilliamPrince William and Kate expecting their third child
The Kensington Palace announced today that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and wife Kate, are expecting their third child.
04 Sep 2017
South KoreaSouth Korea responds to North's nuclear test with live-fire drills
South Korea has responded to North Korea's sixth nuclear test by conducting a live-fire missile drill simulating an offensive against Pyongyang's nuclear test site.
04 Sep 2017
IndiaIndia mulling new visa category for entrepreneurs and researchers
In an attempt to encourage high-skilled immigration, India is considering a special visa category for entrepreneurs and researchers.
04 Sep 2017
IndiaBRICS leaders condemn Pak-based terror groups, pass declaration against terrorism
The leaders attending the 9th BRICS Summit in Xiamen, China, have passed a joint declaration condemning "terrorism in all its forms."
04 Sep 2017
BangladeshMyanmar urges Rohingyas to help hunt insurgents, as situation deteriorates
Myanmar has urged members of the Rohingya Muslim community to cooperate with authorities searching for insurgents who launched coordinated attacks on security posts on August 26.
03 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpTrump hails Hurricane Harvey rescue efforts during Texas visit
President Donald Trump has hailed the relief response to Hurricane Harvey during his visit to the flood-hit state of Texas.
03 Sep 2017
Space NewsRecord-breaking NASA astronaut and crew back home
After logging 196 kilometers in space and 4,623 orbits of Earth, 57-year old NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson returned to Earth with her crewmates.
03 Sep 2017
GermanyGermany: Unexploded bomb from World War-2 found, 65,000 residents evacuated
A 1.4-tonne unexploded British bomb left over from World War-II was found at a building site in Frankfurt, prompting the largest post-war evacuation in Germany.
03 Sep 2017
South KoreaNorth Korea conducts sixth nuclear weapons test, most powerful yet
North Korea claims it has successfully tested a missile-ready hydrogen bomb which is several times more powerful than an atomic bomb.
03 Sep 2017
IndiaRussia takes neutral stance over India-China Doklam standoff
Russia has taken a neutral stance on the recently resolved Doklam standoff between Indian and Chinese troops.
03 Sep 2017
IndiaBRICS Summit 2017: What's on PM Modi's agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leaving for Xiamen, China today to attend the 9th BRICS summit. He is expected to raise terrorism as a major issue.
