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Seattle Mayor Ed Murray resigns over child sex-abuse allegations
Seattle Mayor Ed Murray resigned hours after the Seattle Times reported that Josef Dyer, his younger cousin, has accused him of abuse.
Trump brings in 2 Indian-Americans for top govt. posts
Indian-American Raj Shah has been appointed to a key position in US President Donald Trump's communication team.
Prisoners escape in Hurricane Irma-hit British islands, hunt is on
Several prisoners remain on the run after over 100 of them escaped while Hurricane Irma pummelled the British Virgin Islands (BVI) in the Caribbean.
Labor union protests: Macron faces his first major political challenge
French President Emmanuel Macron's approval ratings have significantly dipped in the past four months since he's come to power.
India to fulfill Afghanistan's request, will extend military assistance
India has agreed to extend its assistance to Afghan security forces, during a strategic partnership council meeting between Indian foreign minister Sushma Swaraj and her Afghan counterpart Salahuddin Rabbani in New Delhi.
Trump's refugee ban gets temporary reprieve by Supreme Court
Last week, US President Donald Trump's temporary ban on most refugees suffered a legal blow after an appeals court blocked it.
Two-thirds of Hurricane Irma-hit Florida left without electricity
Thousands of Floridians who had to evacuate inland ahead of the category five Hurricane Irma, have returned to shattered homes.
UN Security Council imposes new sanctions on North Korea
The UN Security Council (UNSC) has unanimously imposed new sanctions on North Korea following its recent H-bomb test.
Bannon: Trump firing Comey biggest mistake in 'political history'
Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon said President Donald Trump's decision to fire FBI Director James Comey was the biggest mistake made in "modern political history."
What goes into the making of a suicide bomber?
In the light of increasing terror attacks in the world, many have tried to understand what goes into the making of a suicide bomber.
India and Japan: Friends in need, friends indeed
For Indian PM Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart, Shinzo Abe, time is a ticking bomb, because with every passing minute they are coming closer to a problem, that if not remedied, would be catastrophic for both the economies.
Egypt: 18 cops killed in blast carried out by IS
A deadly terrorist attack on a police convoy in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula claimed the lives of 18 policemen, injuring seven others.
30 injured after two trains collide in Switzerland
At least 30 people were injured after two trains collided in Switzerland's world-famous Matterhorn railway line.
UN: Violence against Rohingyas in Myanmar 'seems like ethnic cleansing'
The UN human rights chief Zeid Raad Al Hussein said Myanmar's security operation against the Rohingya "seems a textbook example of ethnic cleansing"
Six injured in suspected tear gas attack at Frankfurt Airport
Reports are coming in of a suspected tear gas attack at Germany's Frankfurt Airport. Several people are believed to be injured.
"I am done being a candidate," says Hillary Clinton
Two-time presidential candidate Hillary Clinton opened up about her defeat to Donald Trump in the 2016 elections in a recent CBS interview.
Afghan foreign minister seeks closer bilateral ties during India visit
Afghan foreign minister Salahuddin Rabbani arrived in India on Sunday for a three-day visit aimed at advancing the bilateral strategic relationship.
Rohingya refugees recount village massacre by Myanmar military
In spine-chilling interviews given to Agence France-Presse (AFP), a group of Rohingya Muslim refugees in Bangladesh detailed how the Myanmar military allegedly slaughtered their family members and burned their village.
Hurricane Irma makes landfall, leaves Florida in tatters
Hurricane Irma made landfall in the Florida Keys yesterday morning, marking its much-dreaded arrival to the US.
Fresh evidence indicates alleged Saudi Arabia connection in 9/11 attack
Evidence that was submitted in the 9/11 lawsuit reportedly reveals that the Saudi Arabian embassy in Washington may have funded a "dry run" for the 9/11 attacks.
China plans to ban petrol and diesel cars soon
China's pollution level is one of the highest in the world; it's been seeking to remedy the situation for some time now.
Museum of Failure features Apple's Newton, Google Glass
The latest additions, to Sweden's prestigious (or not so prestigious, it's a confusing affair) Museum of Failure, are Google Glass and Apple Newton.
The eccentricities of Einstein: Could you learn something from them?
Genius is not a result of genetics alone. What you do every day contributes significantly to your bodily development, including the brain's.
70% Americans get their news from social media, says survey
Pew Research Center survey says, almost two-thirds of American adults get "at least some of their news on social media" and two-in-ten among them use it as their primary source of news.
Hurricane Irma evacuation: Florida running out of time
After sowing the seeds of destruction in Cuba, Hurricane Irma is powering towards Florida and is expected to make landfall soon.
Saudi Arabia suspends talks with Qatar over protocol row
Saudi Arabia has suspended dialogue with Qatar, shortly after a phone call between Qatar's emir and the Saudi crown prince.
Death toll from magnitude-8.1 earthquake in Mexico rises to 61
The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck off Mexico's southern coast on Thursday has risen to 61.
Days after BRICS declaration, China does about-turn on Pak terror
It's barely been five days since China joined other BRICS countries to condemn Pakistan-based terror groups in a declaration.
Canadian court approves extradition of 'honor killing' accused to India
The Canadian Supreme Court has approved the extradition of two Indo-Canadians facing charges in India over their alleged role in an "honour killing."
Florida braces for 'devastation' before category five Hurricane Irma's landfall
The head of the US federal emergency agency Brock Long said the category five Hurricane Irma will either "devastate" Florida or its neighboring states.
Philippines controversial anti-drug president's son named in $125mn narcotics scandal
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's eldest son Paolo has denied involvement in a $125 million drug smuggling operation.
Guo Wengui, exiled Chinese billionaire seeks asylum in the US
Guo Wengui, a billionaire exiled from China for exposing corruption in the top rung of the Chinese Communist Party, has sought political asylum in the US.
US orders Pakistan's largest private bank to close NY operations
After functioning for 40 years, the New York branch of Pakistan's Habib Bank has been ordered shut by US regulators after repeated warnings on possible terror funding and money laundering.
Should India be worried about North Korea's H-bomb?
North Korea recently tested an H-bomb in its sixth and most powerful nuclear test, triggering significant international security concerns.
Trump's attempt at restricting refugees rejected by appeals court
The Trump administration's efforts to temporarily ban most refugees from entering America has been rejected by a US appeals court.
Tsunami warning issued after Mexico quake: Know about the risks
After a massive 8.0 earthquake hit the southern coast of Mexico killing at least five and triggering mass evacuations, tsunami warnings have been issued for several countries including the Cook Islands, Ecuador, Fiji, El Salvador, Guatemala and Kiribati.
Hurricane Irma devastates Caribbean, is expected to hit Florida
Hurricane Irma has lashed the Turks and Caicos Islands, a British overseas territory, after causing widespread destruction across the Caribbean that's left at least 14 people dead.
Rohingya crisis: India refuses to endorse international declaration against Myanmar
Standing with Myanmar on the Rohingya crisis, India refused to sign the Bali Declaration on meeting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in Indonesia.
8.4 magnitude earthquake hits Mexico, tsunami warning issued
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.4 struck southern Mexico on September 7. At least five are confirmed dead.
US Senate approves $15bn hurricane relief package, raises debt ceiling
The US Senate has passed a $15.25 billion relief package for Hurricane Harvey and Irma.