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May instructed to change Brexit deal; EU says noBritish lawmakers on Tuesday instructed Prime Minister Theresa May to reopen a Brexit treaty with the European Union to replace a controversial Irish border arrangement...KOSPI Rebounds to 2,200 LevelThe Korea Composite Stock Price Index closed up 1.05 percent on Wednesday at 2,206.20 points, finishing above the 2,200 level for the first time in...
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Top 2 Shipbuilders to MergeHyundai Heavy Industries, the world's largest shipbuilder, and second-ranked Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering are seeking a merger. The result will be a mammoth company...Shell open to carmaker partners in EV charging expansionAs part of efforts to compete with rival BP in the growing EV sector, Shell this week bought US charger provider Greenlots - a supplier...Conservation work on Tutankhamun tomb unveiledAfter almost a decade, a team of international experts on Thursday revealed the results of their painstaking work to preserve the tomb of Egypt’s legendary...Pet peeve: Animal lovers fear for pet pigs during Chinese New YearWith the Year of the Pig starting on Tuesday (Feb 5), pig lovers in Taiwan fear that a rush of people wanting to usher good...Hong Kong security firm may run training base in XinjiangFrontier Services Group (FSG), a Hong Kong-listed security firm founded by a former US Navy Seal, has signed a preliminary deal to run a training...Facebook, Instagram removes 1,000+ pages, accounts, groupsFacebook announced that they have removed 207 Facebook Pages, 800 Facebook accounts, 546 Facebook Groups, and 208 Instagram accounts, for engaging in coordinated inauthentic behavior...Maisie: Fans won't be satisfied with 'GOT' endingMaisie Williams believes it does not matter who sits on the Iron Throne at the end of 'Game of Thrones', fans will not feel satisfied...20 charged in birth tourism crackdownDongyuan Li’s business was called “You Win USA,” and authorities say she coached pregnant Chinese women on how to get into the United States to...Chinese scientists win top US award for quantum breakthroughA team of Chinese scientists has won a prestigious US award for a 2017 study that many say has laid the groundwork for ultra-secure communications.Lead...Goldman Sachs says 1MDB scandal could hit pay for top executivesThe board of Goldman Sachs Group Inc said on Friday it is withholding a bonus worth at least US$7 million from former chief executive Lloyd...Nanoparticles in food can alter the behavior of gut bacteriaNew research on nanoparticles in food has yielded fresh insights about their impact on gut bacteria.Researchers from the University Medical Center of Mainz in Germany...Net neutrality: Tech companies, states spar with govtTech companies and nearly two dozen US states clashed with the government in federal court Friday over the repeal of net neutrality, a set of...James Gunn is likely to direct 'Suicide Squad' sequelJames Gunn, who was recently fired from Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy', has been hired to direct DC Comics' 'Suicide Squad 2'. According to a...Trump says trade deficit with China cannot be allowedPresident Donald Trump has said US' massive trade deficit with China cannot be allowed to continue, a day after the officials from both countries concluded...Pakistan launches dollar bond to save economyPakistan has launched a dollar bond under the Pakistan Banao (make) Certificate to strengthen the deteriorating economy. Prime Minister Imran Khan launched Pakistan Banao Certificate...Thai forest rangers train to tackle wildlife crimeCamo-clad rangers ambush a camp in a lush Thai national park, kicking away a machete and a firearm and pinning two suspected poachers to the...No need for central bank to consider quantitative easing: officialThere is no need for the central bank to activate quantitative easing, said Sun Guofeng, director of the Monetary Policy Committee at the People’s Bank...US ski-queen Vonn to retire after long-running injury woesLindsey Vonn announced on Friday that she will retire from alpine skiing after the upcoming world championships, which start on Tuesday, after an illustrious 19-year...
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Deadly Brazil dam burst had echoes of ’15 disasterThe collapse of a Brazilian dam controlled by miner Vale SA a week ago likely happened because parts of the sand and dried-mud structure dissolved...5G vulnerable to snoopingAhead of the roll-out of the advanced 5G network protocol, researchers have revealed the sheer vulnerability in the network that allows for spying of data...From dispensing toilet paper to shaming jaywalkers, China powers up on facial recognitionWith no police officers in sight, one would think it would be easy to get away with jaywalking in a crowded city like Shanghai.But this...Is China’s ‘Guam killer’ missile all it’s hyped up to be?The DF-26 intermediate-range ballistic missile, also known as the “Guam killer,” continues to be surrounded by great hype in China.Chinese military experts cited by China...Venezuela’s Guaido urges military defections amid protestsVenezuela’s opposition leader called on more members of the military to abandon the country’s socialist government following Saturday’s defection of a high-ranking general, as President...Samsung Galaxy S10E specs leaked in new images, to feature dual cameras, slim bezelsSamsung will release its next-in-line flagship smartphones on February 20. However, ahead of the official launch, numerous leaks and revelations are leaving nothing to the...Jailed Reuters reporters launch last appeal to Myanmar courtLawyers for two Reuters journalists jailed for seven years in Myanmar on charges linked to their reporting of the Rohingya crisis lodged an appeal Friday...Spring Festival Travel Rush - Take me homeThe Spring Festival travel rush, known as Chunyun in Chinese, is famously known as the largest annual migration on earth. It takes place over a...25,000 bikers set out for Guatemala shrineSome 25,000 bikers from all over Central America and Mexico roared their engines in unison Saturday in Guatemala City as they set out on a...UV light could reduce hospital-acquired infectionsA new study shows that ultraviolet disinfection technology eliminates up to 97.7 percent of pathogens in the operating room. Using this light wavelength might help...How Cebu Pacific, one of Asia’s oldest budget airlines, wants to keep soaringStarting out in 1996 with the aim of providing its fellow countrymen with an affordable way to fly, Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific has since...'I don't need to seek attention from anybody'Hansika Motwani has caught herself in the eye of the storm when her Twitter handle got leaked and her pictures were leaked online.Although she later...Putin says Russia exiting missile treaty in response to US movePresident Vladimir Putin on Saturday said Russia was suspending its participation in a key Cold War-era missile treaty in a mirror response to a US...U.S. job gains surge despite cautious FedU.S. job growth surged in January, with employers hiring the most workers in 11 months, pointing to underlying strength in the economy despite an uncertain...Snopes quits fact-checking for FacebookFact-checking organisation Snopes is parting ways with Facebook to scrutinise the content posted on the social network for truthfulness.In the official statement, the company revealed...China to provide USD 2.5 billion loan to Pakistan to boost foreign reservesChina will provide USD 2.5 billion in loans to Pakistan to boost the foreign exchange reserves of its "all-weather ally", a media report said Saturday.Pakistan...Inspirational Messi rescues draw for Barca in thrilling comeback against ValenciaLionel Messi dragged Barcelona back from two goals down by scoring twice to snatch a 2-2 draw at home to Valencia in a thrilling encounter...'Once in a century' floods hit northeast AustraliaOnce in a century floods have turned streets into rivers and forced thousands to abandon their homes in northeast Australia, with authorities warning of further...Disappearing textbook highlights debate in China over academic freedomA constitutional law textbook written by one China's best-known reform-minded legal scholars has been pulled from book shops, apparently the latest text to run afoul...
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Government to exempt VAT for elderly care homesChina’s Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation have co-released a series of new policies to exempt valued-added tax for elderly care institutions,...8 dead as Philippine troops battle militantsPhilippine troops clashed with Abu Sayyaf gunmen in fierce jungle fighting that left five soldiers and three militants dead, as the military pushed forward with...Twitter suspended over 2000 accounts over election interferenceTwitter revealed that it suspended 2,617 accounts since September which were linked to Iran and allegedly attempted to meddle with the US elections.Some of the...Hawaii Rep. Gabbard enters presidential raceU.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, an Iraq War veteran who at times has had a spiky relationship with the Democratic Party, on Saturday added another liberal...China’s central bank rolls out ambitious reform planThe People’s Bank of China has released its latest reform plan which focuses on its function, internal organizations and staff, The Paper reported.A new Macro-Prudential...Iran unveils long-range missile on anniversary of revolutionIran displayed a new cruise missile with a range of 1,300 kilometers on Saturday during celebrations marking the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, state...Laptop on a diet: Thinner, more powerfulLaptops are losing it! Just about a decade ago, laptops were bulky devices that you were forced to lug to your workplaces in boring black...Poland’s political divide grows wider after mayor is slainKrzysztof Strzemeski watched with unease as a high school friend voiced support for Poland’s nationalist government on social media, followed by hate-filled extremist posts. But...Asset management subsidies to better serve real economyThe authorities may expand the direct financing function of bank asset management subsidies, said Tao Ling, deputy director of the Financial Stability Bureau at the...Ultimate Ears Boom 3 review: For those all-weather partiesWith a few smartphone brands letting go of headphone jacks, the market for Bluetooth headphones is growing like never before. Somewhere along the line, we...Pakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters: QureshiPakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters and New Delhi should not make an issue out of his telephonic conversation with Kashmiri...Will have access to all students by Monday: Indian Ambassador to the USIndian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Sunday said that the "weight of the government of India" is behind the detained students in...Aguero hat-trick sinks ArsenalManchester City closed to within two points of Premier League leaders Liverpool thanks to Sergio Aguero's hat-trick in a 3-1 win over Arsenal on Sunday.For...Commentary: Did the Rohingya crisis snuff out foreign direct investments in Myanmar?This week, the Myanmar government opened a two-day investment summit in the country’s capital Naypyitaw which primarily aimed to drum up investment interest in the...China and US discussing Trump-Xi trade meeting, but optics among sticking pointsU.S. and Chinese officials are discussing a potential meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in late February, two sources told CNBC.The meeting would...
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Molten metal is being forged into statuesWhile Bradley Cooper, Glenn Close and Emma Stone may be drafting acceptance speeches for next month's BAFTA ceremony, in a London suburb metalworkers are equally...Konica Minolta announces new offerings at Printpack India 2019Konica Minolta Business Solutions has announced its participation at the Printpack India 2019. The brand is showcasing its wide range of best-in-class offerings and cutting-edge...Five Abu Sayyaf members surrender over Philippine church bombingA senior Abu Sayyaf operative and four members of the militant group believed to be behind the deadly bombing of a church in the southern...Pentagon: U.S. to send 3,750 more troops to Mexico borderThe United States will send an additional 3,750 troops to its frontier with Mexico, the Pentagon said Sunday, as U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down...Tesla to buy battery tech maker Maxwell Technologies for USD 218 millionTesla Inc has agreed to buy energy storage company Maxwell Technologies Inc for USD 218 million in an all-stock deal that could help the electric...Karisma don't miss being in front of cameraKarisma Kapoor says she does not miss being on the movie sets and is enjoying her time off camera. The 44-year-old actor, who last appeared...Feet shackled, Bahraini footballer Hakeem al-Araibi appears in Thai court to fight extraditionHakeem al-Araibi, a jailed Bahraini footballer who fled his country and has refugee status in Australia, arrived on Monday (Feb 4) in a Thai court,...UK home secretary orders extradition of Vijay MallyaUK home secretary Sajid Javid on Monday ordered the extradition of Vijay Mallya to India, in a blow to the embattled liquor baron.The 63-year-old businessman...OnePlus gives you the opportunity to design a new feature for its Oxygen OSOnePlus, being a community-centric brand has reached out to its fans to design a brand new feature for its Oxygen OS that will be implemented...Politicos register for Thailand's first election since 2014 coupHundreds of aspiring politicians including a masked costumed hero registered on Monday (Feb 4) for Thailand's first election since the 2014 coup, promising a colourful...Nine killed in Somali market car bombing: PoliceAt east nine people were killed and several wounded when a car loaded with explosives blew up near a mall in a busy market in...Liverpool stutter in draw at West HamLeaders Liverpool faltered again in the Premier League title race as they were held to a 1-1 draw at West Ham United on Monday.Sadio Mane...Maduro bid to move $850 mil. in gold overseas thwartedThe embattled Venezuelan regime of Nicolas Maduro halted plans to ship 20 tons of gold overseas as a growing international push to ring-fence the country’s...
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US-China trade war: UN warns of 'massive' impact of tariff hikeA UN trade official has warned a US plan to raise tariffs on Chinese goods next month would have "massive" implications for the global economy.The...Johor hospital canteen closed for failing to meet health standardsThe Sultan Ismail Hospital (SIH) canteen has been closed for two weeks from Tuesday (Feb 5), after an examination by health authorities found that the...Weak iPhone demand prompts AMS to suspend dividendAMS, which supplies Apple with sensors for its Face ID technology, disappointed investors with a 58 per cent decline in fourth-quarter core profit, its guidance...US govt misled our students by setting up fake university: Indian American attorneyFlooded with phone calls from panic-stricken students, an eminent Indian American attorney on Tuesday alleged that Department of Homeland Security knowingly allowed the "fake university"...Asian shares subdued after Trump speech, Aussie slumpsAsian shares were subdued on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech failed to give markets fresh trading catalysts, while the...Bodies of 6 skiers found after Italian avalanchesRescuers on Monday located the bodies of four skiers in Italy’s Alps, a day after they went missing, raising the death toll in recent avalanches...Taliban take centre stage as Kabul cut out of peace talksPresident Ashraf Ghani is being pushed to the sidelines as the Taliban ignore his overtures for peace and negotiate instead with his friends, and enemies,...Parliamentary panel summons Twitter officials over safeguarding of citizens' rightsThe parliamentary panel on information technology has summoned Twitter officials over the issue of safeguarding citizens' rights on social media platforms, its head Anurag Thakur...Kamala Harris, Tulsi Gabbard to campaign in early-voting states in FebruaryKamala Harris, the first Indian-origin Senator and Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu lawmaker in the US Congress, the two 2020 Democratic presidential candidates, on Tuesday...Toyota's third-quarter operating profit edges up as Asia sales riseToyota Motor Corp’s quarterly operating profit edged up as continued increase in sales in Asia, including China, offset lower sales in North America, its biggest...Father or mother: Who is happier parent?Fathers experience more well-being and satisfaction than mothers in their parenthood and even when interacting with their children, a new study suggests.Researchers from the University...Flaxseed fiber could help reduce obesityFlaxseed has many culinary uses, most commonly in granola and smoothies. It is a popular add-on in foods because research has suggested that it has...'People told me I would be over if I take break from films'Nargis Fakhri had no qualms about taking a break from films but she says there were people around her who tried to drill the notion...Former Pakistan PM Gilani stopped from leaving countryFormer Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani was stopped from leaving the country by security officials at the Lahore airport late Tuesday night. According to...Mourinho fined for tax fraud in SpainFormer Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has accepted a one-year prison sentence for defrauding the Spanish state of 3.3 million euros ($3.77 million), a Spanish...Facebook targets 'dangerous' armed groups in latest Myanmar bansFacebook has banned four insurgent groups fighting against Myanmar's military from its social network, the company said on Tuesday (Feb 5), saying it wanted to...Clear rules apply to all providers in building 5G networkGerman Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Tuesday that only secure technology could be installed to build Germany’s 5G network, adding that clear rules applied...Will meet with North Korean leader Kim on Feb 27, 28 in Vietnam: TrumpUS President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he will hold the second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Vietnam at the end...Reject politics of revenge, resistance, retribution: Trump in State of Union speechUS President Donald Trump on Wednesday called for rejecting politics of revenge, resistance and retribution, but insisted on building a wall along the US-Mexico border...Sri Lanka keeps firebrand Buddhist monk behind barsSri Lanka's president resisted calls from the island's Buddhist hierarchy to release a jailed firebrand monk Monday (Feb 4), even as 518 other convicts were...
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New IBM technology to help prevent power outagesIBM Corp. has developed technology to predict and monitor when and where trees and vegetation threaten power lines which could help improve power supply operations...Venezuela military barricades bridge in attempt to block aidThe Venezuelan military barricaded a bridge at a key border crossing with Colombia, issuing a challenge Wednesday to a U.S.-backed effort by the opposition to...3 sisters killed in head-on collision in KelantanThree sisters died after their car collided head-on with another vehicle at Pasir Mas in Malaysia's Kelantan state on Wednesday (Feb 6). The oldest sibling, 23-year-old...Second time: Tesla cuts Model 3 price againTesla Inc said it was lowering the price of its Model 3 sedan for the second time this year, moves that come in the wake...Trump says China ‘theft’ of US jobs and wealth must endPresident Donald Trump on Tuesday told Congress that Washington's aggressive trade negotiations with Beijing would mean an end to China's alleged "theft" of US jobs...Fearlessness is part of being successful, says KareenaKareena Kapoor Khan believes reinvention - in her personal and professional life - has driven her survival as a star in showbiz. She says she...Are we 'approaching an era where no antibiotics work?'Researchers are worried about the fast development and spread of "superbugs," which are bacteria that do not respond to antibiotics. For the first time, scientists...Chinese hunger for 'world's smelliest fruit' threatens Malaysian forestsSoaring demand for durians in China is being blamed for a new wave of deforestation in Malaysia with environmentalists warning vast amounts of jungle is...Beer Drinkers Turn to Foreign Brands, WineThe dominance of Korean beer in the domestic market is being challenged as drinkers turn to a wide range of affordable imported beer and wine...China hacked Norway to steal secretsHackers working on behalf of Chinese intelligence breached the network of Norwegian software firm Visma to steal secrets from its clients, cyber security researchers said,...Trump says talks with Taliban 'constructive', hopes to reach settlementInforming Congress that his administration is holding "constructive talks" with the Taliban, US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that after two decades of war in...China's film industry finally joins the space raceThe country's first blockbuster set in space, 'The Wandering Earth,' opens Tuesday amid grandiose expectations that it will represent the dawning of a new era...Expensive phones ahead? India to tax mobile touch panel importsIndia has deferred a plan to tax imports of touch panels, three sources said, after smartphone makers such as Samsung Electronics asked the government to...Voyage into the unknown explores Indian Ocean's hidden depthsA mission to explore uncharted depths in the Indian Ocean was launched on Wednesday, hoping to discover hundreds of new species and find out what...Karl Marx’s grave memorial damaged in hammer attackA memorial to Karl Marx at the cemetery in north London where the 19th century political philosopher is buried has been defaced, with marble hacked...Malcom rescues draw for Barca in cup semi against RealWinger Malcom's second half strike secured Barcelona a 1-1 draw with Real Madrid to leave the Copa del Rey semi-final evenly poised on Wednesday after...City go top of the Premier League with win at EvertonChampions Manchester City returned to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday.Both City and Liverpool...Trump claims ‘ridiculous partisan’ probes may upset progressFacing a divided Congress for the first time, U.S. President Donald Trump warned emboldened Democrats in his State of the Union speech Tuesday that “ridiculous...
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Jolie urges Myanmar to end Rohingya violenceAngelina Jolie on Tuesday urged Myanmar to show a genuine commitment to ending violence and displacement in its Rakhine State, where hundreds of thousands of...
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Hotel that launched Trump to Manhattan fame to be torn downThe building that helped Donald Trump make a name for himself in his first big deal in Manhattan is being sold to developers who plan...Rich People Resigned to Stagnant Real Estate MarketMost of Korea's rich people expect the real estate market to stagnate for the next five years as new anti-speculation measures bite, a straw poll...Thai king moves to block sister's "inappropriate" candidacy for PMThailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn on Friday moved to block his his elder sister’s surprise bid to run for prime minister in March, calling her candidacy...Amazon wants transparent use of facial ID techAmazon.com Inc joined the call for transparency in the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies, and said it supports an “appropriate” legislative...Top Russian diplomat meets TalibanA top Russian diplomat on Thursday met with Taliban representatives and expressed Moscow’s support for the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.The meeting came after two days...Hyundai Asan Celebrates 20th Anniversary at Mt. KumgangTour operator Hyundai Asan said Thursday that it is celebrating its 20th anniversary in North Korea's Mt. Kumgang resort on Friday.The company is sending 22...TV drama stirs debate over South Korea’s education cultureIt was created as a biting satire of South Korea’s notoriously competitive education system, but the country’s most popular cable TV drama has inspired some...Apple to reward the teenager who discovered FaceTime bugThe American teenager who found a security flaw in Apple's FaceTime video-calling service will be compensated for his efforts.High school student Grant Thompson, 14, will...Michelle Williams talks about #MeTooMichelle Williams revealed that the #MeToo movement has been "one of the most rewarding things" to happen in her life, as she admitted she didn't...Instagram tightens rules on self-injury imagesInstagram late Thursday announced it is clamping down on images related to self-injury such as cutting.The move came after British Health Secretary Matt Hancock met...U.N. inquiry says Saudis ordered Khashoggi murderA United Nations-led inquiry into the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi said on Thursday that evidence pointed to a brutal crime “planned and perpetrated”...Renault Issues Stern Warning to Striking Workers in KoreaThe head of manufacturing at French automaker Renault issued a stern warning last Friday to striking workers at the Korean subsidiary.Jose-Vicente de los Mozos Obispo,...Iran Revolutionary Guards unveil ‘new ballistic missile’Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Thursday unveiled a new ballistic missile with a range of 1,000 kilometers, their official news agency Sepah News reported.The move was...Apple slams down apps that secretly record iPhone screensAfter reports about the session replay investigation by TechCrunch was out, Apple took centre stage immediately. The Cupertino giant has instructed all iOS app developers...Priyanka had a panic attack at her wedding?Actor Priyanka Chopra is currently busy with the promotions of her upcoming film 'Isn't It Romantic' that is set to arrive on Netflix on February...EU-backed group: Go slow on VenezuelaEuropean and Latin American leaders gathered on Thursday in the Uruguayan capital of Montevideo to discuss a plan to solve the deepening crisis in Venezuela,...Pakistan to submit Jadhav proof in ICJ February 19Foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that Islamabad will present evidence in the case of convicted Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav at the International Court...Family mourn Sala after body in Channel wreckage identifiedArgentine footballer Emiliano Sala's family grieved on Friday after British authorities formally identified his body as the one recovered from the submerged wreckage of a...
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UK scraps Brexit ferry deal with firm that has no shipsThe British government has canceled a contract to ship goods to the country after Brexit with a company that turned out to have no boats...Warren makes presidential bid official with call for changeDemocratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren made her bid for the presidency official on Saturday in this working-class city, grounding her 2020 campaign in a populist call...Thailand launches Huawei 5G test bed, even as US urges allies to bar Chinese gearThailand launched a Huawei Technologies 5G test bed on Friday, even as the United States urges its allies to bar the Chinese telecoms giant from...China condemns Indian PM Modi's visit to disputed regionChina's foreign ministry on Saturday (Feb 9) condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the northeastern border state of Arunachal Pradesh, also claimed by...Rising British rapper Cadet killed in car crashU.K. hip-hop stars have paid tribute to rising rapper Cadet, who was killed in a car crash early Saturday on the way to a performance...Pilgrims' progress: a new mountain hotel in VietnamDevout locals have trekked to the holy peak of Yen Tu for years but a new ‘village’ at its foot is drawing other visitors to...Kangana Ranaut’s vintage look in this midnight blue sari fails to hit the markKangana Ranaut almost always hits the mark when it comes to her sartorial choices but recently, the actor disappointed when she stepped out in an...Glamour shots of 1990s starsFrom Sandra Bullock and Jennifer Aniston to Gwyneth Paltrow, the ’90s heartthrobs ruled the cinemas and TV with unequaled elan. Click through to check out...Next round of US-China trade talks set for Feb 14-15: White HouseUS officials will be in Beijing February 14-15 for the third round of talks aimed at heading off an escalation of the ongoing trade war...German authorities probe potential Huawei security risksGermany’s federal cybersecurity agency is investigating whether China’s Huawei Technologies could be a security threat after warnings from other countries, the Funke group of newspapers...U.S. urging Venezuela military to abandon president MaduroThe United States is holding direct communications with members of Venezuela’s military, urging them to abandon President Nicolas Maduro, and is also preparing new sanctions...Thai party to comply with royal order against princess' PM candidacyA Thai political party will obey a command from the king blocking the candidacy of Princess Ubolratana for prime minister, it said in a statement...US in direct contact with Venezuelan military, urging defections: ReportThe United States is holding direct communications with members of Venezuela's military urging them to abandon President Nicolas Maduro and is also preparing new sanctions...Blocking fatty acids slows prostate cancer progressionNew research featuring in the journal Science Translational Medicine shows that fatty acids fuel prostate tumor growth. As blocking fatty acids seems to slow disease...Radhika looks stunning on CosmopolitanRadhika Apte and hotness go hand-in-hand and the latest pictures are enough to prove this. The sultry actress went on to give sexy poses for...Apple to contribute to US teen's education for spotting FaceTime bugApple Inc rolled out software updates to iPhones to fix a privacy issue in its FaceTime video calling service, and said it would contribute toward...Sony stock jumps after first-ever share buyback announcementSony Corp announced its first-ever major share buyback on Friday, worth 100 billion yen (USD 910 million), helping its stock recover from a hammering days...The giant Chinese companies shaping the world's industriesIt was fear of being dominated by a Chinese behemoth that sparked an attempt by large French and German rail companies to join forces to...B’desh hopeful on India’s assurance over Teesta water-sharing issueBangladesh is hopeful over the assurance that was given by India over the contentious dispute on the water-sharing issue of Teesta river, flowing on the...Turkey condemns China's treatment of UighursTurkey on Saturday (Feb 9) condemned China's treatment of its Muslim ethnic Uighur people as "a great embarrassment for humanity," adding to rights groups' recent...Real overtake Atletico with derby victoryReal Madrid barged their way back into the Spanish La Liga title race with a 3-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in a feisty derby at...Guaido tells Venezuela police to stay away from his familyThe Venezuelan opposition leader challenging Nicolas Maduro’s claim to the presidency warned officers from a feared state security unit Thursday to stay away from his...
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Malaysia's toppled leader Najib to go on trial over 1MDB scandalMalaysia's toppled leader Najib Razak will go on trial this week over an extraordinary financial scandal that contributed to the downfall of his long-ruling coalition...For Amazon, it is business as usual despite CEO scandalFirst it was a heart-wrenching tweet that he and his wife were getting a divorce after 25 years. Then a tabloid revealed that he’d been...US, North Korea to continue summit talks next week: SeoulThe United States and North Korea will hold further talks next week to prepare for a second summit between President Donald Trump and Kim Jong...Net neutrality faces legal fight in U.S. courtTech companies and nearly two dozen U.S. states clashed with the government in federal court on Feb. 1 over the repeal of net neutrality, a...IMF chief says ready to support Pakistan after meeting PM KhanInternational Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde on Sunday (Feb 10) met Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and assured him that IMF stands ready to support...Chafer cyberespionage group targets embassies with updated homebrew spywareKaspersky Lab researchers have detected multiple attempts to infect foreign diplomatic entities in Iran with homebrew spyware. The attacks appear to be using an updated...Aishwarya turned down 'Troy'!If there is one star from the Indian Film Industry who has managed to make a mark in Hollywood as well, it is Aishwarya Rai...Sports pictures of the week (11.02.2019)Bryan Cooper rides Onthe Storm to win the Richard Maher Memorial Rated Novice Steeplechase at Punchestown Racecourse in Kildare, Ireland, on Feb. 10.South Korea to pay US$924 million to host American troops in 2019South Korea said on Sunday (Feb 10) it has agreed to hike its payment for maintaining American troops on its soil, settling a dispute with...Poroshenko: Ukraine must join EU, NATOUkraine must join the European Union and NATO to protect itself from Russia’s expansionist actions, Ukraine’s president said Saturday as he officially launched his reelection...Japan’s Oshima to produce rice-drying machines in MyanmarJapan’s Oshima Agricultural Machinery MFG. Co. will begin producing rice-drying machines as early as March in Myanmar, one of the world’s major rice producers.Its first...Popular iPhone apps record screen activity without user permissionIn yet another infringement of users’ privacy and device security, a number of iPhone apps have been discovered secretly recording the device screen, taking careful...Here comes novel device equally harmful smoking E-cigarettesWhile we know about the harmful effects of traditional cigarettes and vaping, new heated tobacco devices are no less toxic to the human lung cells...Madrid demonstrators reject government’s Catalonia policyTens of thousands of people waving Spain’s red-and-yellow flag demonstrated in Madrid on Sunday to oppose any concessions by the government to Catalan pro-independence parties...Lady Gaga wins 3 Grammys, Michelle Obama makes appearanceThe Grammy Awards kicked off Sunday with a group of powerful women, including Michelle Obama and Lady Gaga, describing the role of music in their...Can social media really cause depression?The notion that social media has a negative impact on mental well-being is widespread. The researchers who conducted a new long-term study, however, say that...Man City reclaims top spot as Aguero hits historic hat-trickSergio Aguero equalled the record for Premier League hat-tricks as a rampant Manchester City thrashed Chelsea 6-0 at home to leapfrog Liverpool and return to...Israel arrests Palestinian suspect in teen’s killingIsraeli police said Saturday they arrested a Palestinian suspect in the killing of an Israeli teenager, as thousands of people in Gaza buried two Palestinian...Indonesian police apologise for interrogating Papuan man with snakeIndonesian police have admitted that its officers used a live snake to terrorise a Papuan man, after a video of the incident was uploaded online,...Crypto bear market threatens to last as potential token supply weighsCryptocurrencies may be facing a prolonged bear market.Companies that issued tokens, or digital currencies, over the last two years through initial coin offerings (ICOs) may...
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Indian election looms, Facebook steps up fact-checksFacebook Inc is expanding its fact-checking network in India to curb the spread of misinformation as the world’s largest democracy prepares for a general election...Gotta gram 'em all: Must-snap locations testing Hong Kong's patienceFor smartphone-wielding hordes of tourists, Hong Kong boasts a host of must-have Instagram locations - but crowds of snap-happy travellers are testing local patience and...Rap makes breakthrough while girl power rules"This is America," Childish Gambino's searing indictment of police brutality and racism, scored a breakthrough for rap on Sunday at the Grammy awards, where the...Samsung to Unveil Mid-Priced Smartphone in San FranciscoSamsung plans to unveil a new mid-priced smartphone this month. Tentatively called the Galaxy S10E, the new model will be featured at a media event...Britons struggle to find time for a cup of tea as stress takes its toll, study claimsA study of 2,000 adults found a fast pace of life combined with rising work pressures and a phone that never stops means few people...I'm generally working, not relaxing: Trump defends 'Executive time'Donald Trump pushed back on Sunday at the suggestion he spends much of his work day taking it easy, as the White House kept up...Google extends chip-making efforts to design hub BengaluruAlphabet Inc’s Google has hired more than a dozen microchip engineers in Bengaluru, India, in recent months and plans to rapidly add more, according to...Northern China pollution up by 16% in JanuaryAir pollution in 39 major northern Chinese cities rose 16 per cent on the year in January, official data showed, with surging industrial activity making...US negotiators land in Beijing for preliminary trade talksUS negotiators were in Beijing on Monday for another round of talks on a trade deal with the clock ticking towards a March 1 deadline...Breast cancer screening saved over 27,000 lives in 2018An analysis of mortality rates related to breast cancer from 1989 until 2018 indicates that breast cancer screening, paired with access to better treatment, has...India to summon Twitter chiefAn Indian parliamentary panel is summoning Twitter Inc’s chief executive to appear before it later this month, after he did not attend a hearing on...Pompeo warns allies Huawei presence complicates partnership with USSecretary of State Mike Pompeo warned US allies on Monday (Feb 11) against deploying equipment from Chinese telecoms gear manufacturer Huawei on their soil, saying...Top Pentagon official in Afghanistan amid push for peaceThe Pentagon’s top official made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan on Monday to meet with U.S. commanders and Afghan leaders amid a push for peace...McMillan to quit as New Zealand batting coach after World CupCraig McMillan announced Monday he will step down as New Zealand batting coach after this year's World Cup in England and Wales.McMillan said the conclusion...Mexico: Radio journalist shot dead, second media person killed this yearThe Latin American country has become one of the world’s deadliest countries for reporters, after a Mexican radio journalist was shot dead Saturday at a...Budget 2019 to be delivered at 3.30pm next MondayFinance Minister Heng Swee Keat will deliver Singapore’s 2019 Budget Statement in Parliament next Monday (Feb 18) at 3.30pm, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said.The...
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Circles.Life to drop 20GB for S$20 add-on optionCircles.Life will soon cancel its popular 20GB for S$20 data add-on option, the digital telco said on Wednesday (Feb 13).The Data Plus option, which offers...Amazon, GM in talks to invest in electric pickup truck maker RivianAmazon.com Inc and General Motors Co are in talks to invest in Rivian Automotive LLC in a deal that would value the US electric pickup...Trump not ‘thrilled’ with border deal but leaning toward itUnder mounting pressure from his own party, President Donald Trump appeared to be grudgingly leaning toward accepting an agreement Tuesday that would head off a...Hong Kong housekeepers do double duty as nursing caregiversLegions of Filipino and Indonesian housekeepers in Hong Kong are adding another task to their already long to-do lists: caring for the city's growing ranks...Pakistan, Saudi likely to seal $20bn dealsSaudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Pakistan is likely to bring $20 billion investment in the country.Deals with Saudi Arabia have been...The company that promised one-way ticket to Mars is bankruptMars One Ventures, the company that made space-high promises of sending part of the human race to the Red Planet, is reportedly bankrupt.The company was...Australia to reopen island detention camp after refugee billThe Australian government said Wednesday it would reopen a mothballed island detention camp in anticipation of a new wave of asylum seekers arriving by boat...PSG end Man United's unbeaten run with 2-0 win at Old TraffordParis Saint-Germain made light of an injury crisis to inflict Manchester United's first defeat under caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with a 2-0 win at...US stocks jump as shutdown, trade fears recedeWall Street stocks jumped on Tuesday (Feb 12) as President Donald Trump downplayed the chance of another government shutdown and said he could delay new...Indonesia -- taming foreign fund managers"A current-account deficit is not a sin" says Indonesia's Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, "but we are punished just the same". The minister -- former...Japan gay couples seek marriage rights in Valentine's lawsuitChizuka Oe and Yoko Ogawa have been together for 25 years, but when they submitted their marriage registration at a Tokyo town hall, they knew...Shraddha impressed her 'Saaho' directorShraddha Kapoor who is currently juggling between multiple projects is leaving no stone unturned for her upcoming film 'Saaho' alongside Prabhas. The actress who is...Apple health records feature will soon be availableApple has announced that its Health Records feature on the iPhone will soon be available to military veterans. It will be the first time US...German government to consult further before taking Huawei decisionThe German government will consult further with telecoms operators and vendors before deciding whether to let Chinese firms such as Huawei Technologies participate in building...China wants a deal with USA very badly: TrumpAmid the ongoing Beijing visit of a high-powered US delegation led by its Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to hammer out a deal with the Chinese,...Men Favor BMWs, Women Mercedes-BenzWomen have a stronger preference for Mercedes-Benz sedans than men, who seem to prefer BMWs if left to their own devices.Online car dealer zigcar.net analyzed...Saudi Arabia crown prince to visit India to discuss trade, energy securityDefence, trade and energy security are expected to be high on the agenda when Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Defence Minister Mohammed bin Salman holds...China Overtakes Korea in LCD TV SalesChina overtook Korea for the first time in terms of global LCD TV sales last year. LCD models account for more than 80 percent of...Thai election commission mulls recommending dissolution of Thai Raksa Chart party: ReportThailand's election commission may recommend that the Thai Raksa Chart party be dissolved for allegedly drawing the monarchy into politics, according to reports by the...Lawmakers reach deal on border wall fundingU.S. congressional negotiators announced an agreement late Monday to prevent a government shutdown and finance construction of new barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border, overcoming a...Read this to know the brilliance of 5GA much-hyped network upgrade called “5G” means different things to different people.To industry proponents, it’s the next huge innovation in wireless internet. To the US...Rosmah Mansor will apply to suspend jewellery lawsuit proceedings, govt yet to verify where items are: LawyerThe wife of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak will apply to suspend the proceedings of a lawsuit filed against her by Lebanese jewellery company...
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Hyundai-Kia Overhaul Recruitment ProcessHyundai and affiliate Kia said Wednesday that they will scrap their traditional process of hiring new recruits regularly twice a year and shift to a...Pentagon, Senators agree China most significant strategic threat to USWith its "unprecedented military build up and predatory economics", China poses the most significant, long-term strategic threat to the United States, top American Senators and...Software pirates use Apple tech to put hacked apps on iPhonesSoftware pirates have hijacked technology designed by Apple Inc to distribute hacked versions of Spotify, Angry Birds, Pokemon Go, Minecraft and other popular apps on...Papua New Guinea recovers 'APEC Maseratis', other cars still missingPapua New Guinea has recovered 40 Maserati cars that vanished after being controversially purchased for a recent APEC summit in the impoverished nation, but other...Korean Game Developers Post Dire EarningsKorean game developers posted paltry earnings in the fourth quarter last year. Netmarble said Wednesday that fourth-quarter sales fell 20.9 percent on-year to W487.1 billion,...Etihad to deploy next-generation Dreamliners on all China flightsIf you have an Etihad Airways flight coming up later this year from Abu Dhabi to China then you'll be flying on a next-generation Dreamliner.From...Christy Turlington, 50, closes Marc Jacobs's show at New York Fashion WeekIn a move that may be the coup of the decade, designer Marc Jacobs managed to to lure original supermodel Christy Turlington Burns out of...Venezuela turns to India for major oil exports as US sanctions biteVenezuela's oil exports have tapered off and shifted toward India since new US sanctions began on January 28 as state-run oil company PDVSA seeks to...Tesla rolls out safety featureElon Musk’s Tesla Inc on Wednesday launched a safety feature called “sentry mode” for its electric cars, as it attempts to make its vehicles more...Salvation House: Where Hindus go to dieThey arrive in battered cars, on crutches and sometimes on a stretcher barely able to breathe - but salvation is close for thousands of Hindus...Oscar nominees furious on exclusion from telecastHollywood filmmakers like Alfonso Cuaron and Guillermo del Toro and leading craftspeople have condemned a decision by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences...Unemployment Projected at 4% This YearA state-run think tank projects unemployment in Korea to reach four percent this year. Unemployment rate peaked at seven percent during the 1997 Asian financial...How does exercise prompt fat to benefit metabolism?An international team of scientists has uncovered molecular evidence of how exercise benefits metabolism and health through its effect on fat. The evidence reveals that...From Singapore to Hanoi: The bumpy diplomatic road since Trump and Kim first metIt's been the better part of a year since US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stood face to face for...Apple will launch TV service with CBS, Viacom and Starz in AprilApple Inc is targeting an April event to introduce a streaming television service that will likely include subscription TV services from CBS Corp, Viacom Inc...Huma: 'Expecting women to look pretty all the time is quite a sexist thing'She has always been smooth, but Huma Qureshi took her witty side to the next level when she shared a picture of herself juxtaposed with...Philippines expected to release detained journalist Maria RessaPhilippine journalist Maria Ressa was expected to be released on bail Thursday (Feb 14), after her arrest sparked international condemnation and allegations she is being...Potatoes on the menu at North Korean cooking contestLined up in cavernous rooms at a state restaurant in Pyongyang, North Korean chefs carefully assemble their dishes, watched by crowds of onlookers at a...Asensio nets late Real winner as Ajax left to rue VAR decisionMarco Asensio scored a late winner for Real Madrid in a 2-1 victory at Ajax Amsterdam, who were left to rue a goal disallowed by...Brazil miner Vale knew deadly dam had heightened risk of collapseVale SA, the world’s largest iron ore miner, knew last year that the dam in Brazil that collapsed in January and killed at least 165...Thai princess apologises after being disqualified from electionThe Thai king's sister, disqualified this week by the Election Commission from running for prime minister, apologised on Tuesday (Feb 12) for causing "problems" for...
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Italy PM calls for fairer Europe, faces EU angerItalian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte called on Tuesday for a less austere European Union more in tune with popular demands for economic growth, but he...From Cyber to Mirror WorldFor long, the entertainment industry has dabbled in mirror world. Be it Hollywood, anime or games, there are countless examples — Ready Player One, Sword...Former Indonesian first lady Ani Yudhoyono treated for blood cancer in SingaporeThe wife of former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is being treated for blood cancer at the National University Hospital, Yudhoyono said on Wednesday (Feb...
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Airlines Vie for Lucrative Flights to MongoliaKorean airlines are competing fiercely for lucrative flight routes to Mongolia after the two sides agreed to allow multiple carriers to fly between Incheon and...Trump tests presidential power, declares emergency at borderDefiant in the wake of a stinging budget defeat, President Donald Trump on Friday declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, moving to secure...Nikon Z 7 and Z 6 to get new firmwareThe development of new firmware for the Nikon FX full-frame mirrorless cameras, the Nikon Z 7 and Nikon Z 6, has been announced by Nikon...Myanmar army chief denies systematic persecution of RohingyaMyanmar's army chief, who is facing international calls to be prosecuted for genocide against the Rohingya Muslim minority, has denied any systematic army persecution and...Gov't Meddles in Property Value AssessmentThe government pressured appraisers to hike their valuation of prime property for tax purposes, sources said Thursday.A look at the latest assessment of the 10...Gunman kills five in mass shooting at US manufacturing facilityFive people were killed and multiple police officers shot on Friday when a gunman opened fire in an industrial area on the outskirts of Chicago,...500+ Dolby Atmos Screens Installed and titles releasedDolby Laboratories, Inc. announced that it has reached a milestone of more than 500 installed Dolby Atmos screens across India. From Indian multiplexes – including...Trump hails North Korea's 'tremendous' economic potentialDonald Trump on Friday (Feb 15) hailed Pyongyang's "tremendous" economic potential and his "great relationship" with his North Korean counterpart Kim Jong Un ahead of...US asks Pak to freeze funds of terror groups, supports action against JeMThe US on Friday asked Pakistan to “freeze without delay” the funds and other financial assets of the UNSC-designated terrorist networks and their leaders. It...Samsung takes advantage of Huawei’s troubles, bets big on network gearSamsung Electronics is pouring resources into its telecom network equipment business, aiming to capitalize on the security fears hobbling China’s Huawei, according to company officials...Sports pictures of the week (16.02.2019)Cristiano Ronaldo of Juventus reacts during the Italian Serie A match against Frosinone at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Italy, on Feb. 15.UK cartoonist returns to Abu Dhabi after five decadesThe first time Kathryn Lamb flew to Abu Dhabi it was aboard a twin-engine de Havilland Dove, which touched down on the city’s bumpy on-island...Why it's time to filter out Instagram and get back to reality when it comes to travelI was still living in the United Kingdom this time last year, and it was during this bleak, dank month that I became fixated on...Study finds new cognitive decline mechanism in Alzheimer'sPeople with Alzheimer's disease experience poor blood flow to the brain, which affects cognitive function. A new study conducted in a mouse model has finally...Are Tiger and Disha engaged?Ladies behold! This might not be the perfect news that you would like to hear on Valentine's day if you are a fan of Tiger...Malaysian judiciary lodges police report over allegations of misconduct and interferenceThe Malaysian judiciary has lodged a police report over allegations of judicial misconduct and interference made by a sitting judge, it announced on Friday (Feb...Maduro reveals secret meetings with U.S.President Nicolas Maduro has invited a U.S. special envoy to Venezuela after revealing in an AP interview on Thursday that his foreign minister recently held...Juventus make light work of Frosinone in 3-0 winSerie A leaders Juventus made light work of Frosinone as they scored twice in the first 20 minutes on the way to a 3-0 win...Jumbo Group to open first seafood restaurant in South Korea by SeptemberJumbo Group is set to open a seafood restaurant in Seoul by September this year, in its first foray into the South Korean market.The new...
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Male privilege: The rural Hong Kong men who have special rightsSitting in the spacious courtyard of an 18th-century ancestral hall belonging to his clan, William Liu defiantly rejects a lucrative birthright that his special status...Symantec announces solution to stop business email compromise attacksSymantec announced Email Fraud Protection, an automated solution that helps organizations block fraudulent emails from reaching enterprises, ensuring complete brand reputation and sender trust. Email...China rebuffs Germany's call for US missile deal with RussiaChina rejected on Saturday (Feb 16) German Chancellor Angela Merkel's appeal to join a Cold War-era arms control treaty that the United States accuses Russia...Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are tying the knot!It's an exciting day for Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, who confirmed on Valentine's Day they're engaged after three years of dating on and off....Kim Jong Un to arrive in Vietnam on Feb 25 ahead of Trump summitNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un will arrive in Vietnam on Feb 25 ahead of a planned second summit with US President Donald Trump, three...Modern Combat Blackout now on Nintendo SwitchGameloft announced that Modern Combat Blackout, from the mobile FPS defining franchise, is now available on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.With unparalleled graphics, nine...Nigeria presidential election abruptly postponed by a weekNigeria’s presidential election, which was due to be held on Saturday, has been postponed by a week, the chairman of the country’s electoral commission said...US-China trade talks break up without dealTrade talks between the US and China have broken up without a deal, with the US warning that "very difficult issues" remain unresolved.The talks in...Woman battered, robbed by man in lift at Malaysia MRT stationA 48-year-old woman suffered a brutal attack after she was punched and kicked several times during a robbery in a lift at the Taman Mutiara...30% PC users attacked online in Q4 2018: ReportThe year 2018 was challenging for the cyber world, including in India. Kaspersky Lab’s threat review for the last quarter of 2018 reveals that 30.1%...Messi misses 1 penalty, makes another in Barcelona winLionel Messi had a penalty saved after scoring from the spot as Barcelona struggled to end a run of poor results before it turns to...U.S.-China trade talks set to resumeThe United States and China will resume trade talks this week in Washington with time running short to ease their bruising trade war, but U.S....Exercise boosts well-being by improving gut healthBoth bacterial diversity in the gut and regular exercise are important when it comes to health. But how are the two related? A new study...Kangana to direct her own biopicActress Kangana Ranaut is directing a biopic about herself, which will be scripted by 'Baahubali' screenwriter KV Vijayendra Prasad, according to a press note. This...Eight Vale staff arrested and $19 billion wiped from share price after Brazil dam burstEight employees of Brazilian mining company Vale S.A. have been arrested over January’s deadly dam collapse.Since the disaster on January 25, the company has also...U.S.-backed Syria force says IS territorial defeat is nearThe sound of mortar shelling and fighter jets whizzing by filled the air.At the base in this small village, fighters from the U.S.- backed Syrian...Now get water from ATM machinesJanaJal, India’s premier water services company is revolutionizing the way clean and safe water is delivered to communities through Water ATMs, Water on Wheels and...'Meghan is being harassed, same way that Diana was'Meghan Markle, the American actress who is now the Duchess of Sussex, is being harassed by media just like Princess Diana used to be, feels...
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LG to Unveil 5G Smartphone at Mobile Expo in BarcelonaLG is set to unveil its first smartphone to run on a 5G network at this year's World Mobile Congress, which kicks off in Barcelona,...Facebook, FTC discussing multibillion dollar fineA report says Facebook and the Federal Trade Commission are negotiating a “multibillion dollar” fine for the social network’s privacy lapses.The Washington Post said Thursday...Trump’s pick for U.N. ambassador pulls outHeather Nauert, picked by U.S. President Donald Trump to be the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations but never officially nominated, has withdrawn from...Toddler in Malaysia dies after falling onto knifeA two-year-old girl died after falling onto a kitchen knife, which pierced her abdomen, in her home in Kuala Kurau in the Malaysian state of...'Never thought I'd get to talk about feminism all day'Featuring in and as 'Captain Marvel' helped Brie Larson realize a dream she didn't think was possible. The actor says the film gave her a...Hyundai Veloster N Wins Over Driving EnthusiastsHyundai's high-performance Veloster N series is fast establishing itself as a "fun car."Developed with the priority on enhanced driving thrills, the N brand was launched...Extremely rare 1985 Super Mario Bros sells for a record USD 100,150Vintage gaming consoles always have a special place in the heart of gamers. But some enthusiasts are ready to pay a fortune to get their...Ex-U.S. archbishop is highest ranked to be defrocked by Pope for sex abuseFormer Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has been found guilty by the Vatican of sex abuse and defrocked, as calls rose Saturday for Pope Francis to reveal...Bleak future for Jakarta cyclists as cars dominate the city's roadsIndonesia's capital city is counting down to a transportation revolution next month, when it will have its own Mass Rapid Transit system (MRT). But as...Saudi prince starts Asia tour with deals to invest US$20b in PakistanSaudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a raft of investment deals on Sunday (Feb 17) worth up to US$20 billion for the cash-strapped South Asian country,...'Synonyms' takes top prizeNadav Lapid's 'Synonyms', an anarchic story about an Israeli who tries to suppress his origins after moving to Paris, won the Berlin Film Festival's coveted...Parkinson's: How stem cells can help repair the brainNew research examines the potential of stem cell therapy in the replacement of damaged neurons in Parkinson's disease. The authors say that stem cells could...Apple working on a foldable phoneAfter Samsung, Apple also seems to be pursuing its dream of introducing a phone that folds. A new patent filed by the Cupertino, California based...U.S. military planes land near Venezuela border with aidThe U.S. military airlifted tons of humanitarian aid to a Colombian town on the Venezuelan border Saturday as part of an effort meant to undermine...Malaysia foreign minister to lead team for water talks with Singapore: MahathirForeign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah will lead a team of Malaysian officials in renegotiating prices of raw water sold to Singapore, said Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad...India raises Pulwama terrorist attack issue at Munich ConferenceIndia raised the issue of the Pulwama terror attack, which left 40 CRPF men dead, during bilateral meetings with several countries, including the US, Germany...Blow for Madrid's title hopes as Girona inflict shock defeatReal Madrid threw away their lead and perhaps their hopes of catching Barcelona as Girona came from behind to pull off a shock 2-1 victory...Former U.S. Cardinal McCarrick defrocked over sex abuse allegationsDisgraced former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has been expelled from the Roman Catholic priesthood following allegations against him, including sexual abuse of minors, the Vatican...Greece to Subsidize Mortgage Payments to Tackle Bad Loan CrisisGreece plans to pump as much as 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) into its banks over the next five years by subsidizing a part of...
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Warm Winter Weather Sends Padded-Parka Sales PlungingSales of long padded parkas that were all the rage here last winter, especially among teenagers, are declining this season due to warmer-than-usual weather.Manufacturers boosted...Trump ready to issue veto over emergencyU.S. President Donald Trump is prepared to issue the first veto of his term if Congress votes to disapprove his declaration of a national emergency...Huawei founder says Huawei CFO arrest was politically motivatedHuawei founder Ren Zhengfei said that the arrest of his daughter, Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou, was politically motivated.“Firstly, I object to what the...North Korea envoy en route to Hanoi ahead of Trump-Kim summit: YonhapThe North Korean special representative for the US arrived in Beijing on Tuesday (Feb 19), apparently en route to Vietnam to meet his Washington counterpart...Ssangyong Starts Taking Pre-Orders for New SUVSsangyong started taking pre-orders for its new Korando SUV on Monday, ahead of its launch next week.The new midsize SUV comes with a range of...Lost in China: Thai with dementia returnsA 59-year-old Thai woman with dementia who left home eight months ago to see her son nearby, only to apparently walk 640 kilometers into China,...Apple and Cashify partner to get you an iPhone XR for just Rs 1,999Cashify helps you upgrade to a new iPhone Xr at Apple Authorised Reseller stores. iPhone XR features a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display — the most...Miranda Lambert reveals secret marriageCountry singer Miranda Lambert announced on Saturday that she "got hitched" in a secret wedding to Brendan McLoughlin - a New York City police officer...Malaysia arrests man suspected of punching, kicking woman in MRT lift robberyMalaysian police have arrested a man suspected of attacking and robbing a woman in a lift at the Taman Mutiara Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station...Sports pictures of the week (19.02.2019)The pack rides during the third stage of the Tour of Oman bicycle race from Shati Al Qurum to Qurayyat on Feb. 18.Travellers visiting Japan can now rent wagara hijabsWith cherry blossom season just around the corner, Japan is gearing up for its yearly influx of tourists as millions of travellers head east to...President of Time's Up group announces her resignationThe president and chief executive of Time's Up, a group dedicated to fighting sexual discrimination and harassment in the workplace, has resigned in order to...US-China trade talks resume in Washington from Tuesday: White HouseUS-China trade talks aimed at ending a damaging tariff war will resume from Tuesday (Feb 19) in Washington, the White House has announced.The last set...Best toilet paper in the world? Answer: The Pakistan national flagIf you do happen to be on Google and quiz it on what’s the best toilet paper in the world? Your answer surprisingly won’t be...Britain does not support total Huawei network banBritish security officials do not support a full ban of Huawei from national telecoms networks despite US allegations the Chinese firm and its products could...Karisma to work in a chick flick web-seriesIf Kareena Kapoor Khan can star in a chick flick like 'Veere Di Wedding', her elder sister Karisma Kapoor cannot be left behind. Around six...Kamal justifies permission for 3 more new banksFinance minister AHM Mustafa Kamal on Monday said three new banks were approved after a complete study and considering their necessity, reports UNB."The central bank...Taiwan protests Spain's deportation of fraud suspects to ChinaTaiwan hit out at Spain on Monday (Feb 18) after two Taiwanese fraud suspects were deported to China despite objections from the government in Taipei...Messi is the only genius in football, says CapelloThe manager lauded the Barcelona superstar, while Cristiano Ronaldo was also praised by the Italian coachLionel Messi is the "only genius in world football" according...Lawmakers slam Facebook, recommend stiffer regulationBritish lawmakers issued a scathing report Monday that accused Facebook of intentionally violating privacy and anti-competition laws in the UK, and called for greater oversight...Macron condemns anti-Semitic abuse by 'yellow vest' protestorsFrench President Emmanuel Macron condemned anti-Semitic abuse of a leading intellectual by "yellow vest" protestors and said it would not be tolerated.Police intervened to protect...Four Indian soldiers killed in battle with Kashmir militants: PoliceAt least four soldiers died Monday (Feb 18) in a fierce gunfight with rebels in Indian-administered Kashmir just four days after a suicide bomber killed...
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Family: U.K. teen who joined ISIL has baby in SyriaThe family of a British teenager who ran away to join the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militant group and now wants...Saudi Crown Prince vows to calm tensions between neighbours after PulwamaSaudi Arabia vowed to "de-escalate" rising tensions between Pakistan and India during a high-profile summit in Islamabad on Monday as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman...
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Age below 20 or above 50 more susceptible to fake news: ReportAn extensive survey based study titled, ‘Countering Misinformation (Fake News) in India’ by Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Factly has found that...Bootleg liquor kills at least 84 in northeast India, 200 hospitalisedAt least 84 people have died from drinking toxic bootleg liquor in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, and around 200 others have been hospitalised,...N.Korea's Kim sets off by train to Vietnam for summit with Trump - reportNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un set off by train for Vietnam on Saturday, for his second summit with U.S. President Donald Trump next week,...Income Disparity Widens to Record LevelThe gap between rich and poor grew even further in the fourth quarter last year as the government's income-led growth policy foundered on the rocks...Trump rules out reducing US troops from South KoreaPresident Donald Trump on Friday (Feb 22) ruled out reducing US forces from South Korea as part of a deal in his upcoming summit with...Two-year-old boy in Johor died due to diphtheria: Health ministryA two-year-old boy who died this week in Johor Bahru is believed to have had diphtheria, said Malaysia's health director-general Noor Hisham Abdullah on Saturday...Triout Android spyware affects 50 million users: ReportIn August 2018, Bitdefender researchers stumbled across an Android malware framework, dubbed Triout which packed massive surveillance capabilities.Bundled with a legitimate application ripped from the...Teen wins EU pledge to work on climateThe European Union should spend hundreds of billions of euros combating climate change during the next decade, its chief executive said Thursday, responding to a...Vietnam to ban traffic on Kim arrival routeVietnam will ban traffic on the road North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is expected to take from a train station on the Chinese border...Samsung's 5G Foldable Phone to Go on Sale in Korea in MaySamsung plans to roll out the world's first foldable 5G smartphone in Korea around the middle of May, according to the company's mobile chief Koh...'Abused' Saudi sisters trapped in Hong Kong risk deportationTwo Saudi sisters trapped in Hong Kong say chronic physical abuse by male family members prompted them to flee the kingdom, where they now fear...US-China extend trade talks, deadline likely to be pushed backUS President Donald Trump on Friday said a trade summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping was likely to occur next month, and hailed two days...
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An Amazon Air cargo jet crashed in Texas, presumably killing 3. Pilots have previously said fatigue and lack of experience is common in the company.Three people are reportedly presumed dead after an Amazon Air cargo flight, operated by Atlas Air, crashed today in Texas.A search is underway for the...Huawei security row overshadows annual telecoms gatheringLeading telecoms companies gather in Barcelona this weekend for their main annual trade fair under the shadow of a bitter clash between the United States...Market mismatch slows once-booming private property market in Penang, MalaysiaDiscounts, lucky draws and freebies were everywhere at property fairs across Penang over the first weekend of the Chinese New Year period.Rebates of up to...South Koreans fearful of 'nightmare' US troop withdrawalSales at Kim Chang-bae's hardware shop in South Korea rise every year thanks to Camp Humphreys, an enormous US military base he is frightened will...Trump inclined to extend China trade deal deadlineU.S. President Donald Trump said Friday there was “a very good chance” the United States would strike a deal with China to end their trade...Microsoft workers demand it drop USD 480 million US Army contractSome Microsoft Corp employees on Friday demanded that the company cancel a USD 480 million hardware contract to supply the US Army, with 94 workers...North Korea confirms leader Kim Jong Un on train to summitNorth Korea leader Kim Jong Un was on a train Sunday to Vietnam for his second summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, state media confirmed.Kim...Queen, Lady Gaga to bring Grammys vibe to OscarsThere will not be a host and Sunday's Oscars ceremony will not open with the traditional monologue in which celebrities and politicians are skewered.Yet with...Commentary: The Singapore Budget and Heng Swee Keat’s shift away from Big GovernmentWhat will Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat’s leadership style look like as Prime Minister?Since rumours he may take over the top job in the country...Sports pictures of the week (24.02.2019)Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron takes a tumble as he is challenged by Huddersfield Town defender Tommy Smith during a match in Newcastle, England, on Feb....Why Palm Springs should be on your travel bucket listMany people didn’t know much about Palm Springs until the Coachella music festival put iton the map — the Californian desert becomes the hottest place...Sleep apnea: Daytime sleepiness might help predict cardiovascular riskA recent study categorizing people with obstructive sleep apnea based on their differing symptoms found a strong link between excessive daytime sleepiness and cardiovascular disease. Obstructive...Church files on paedophile priests 'destroyed' says CardinalA top Catholic cardinal admitted Saturday that Church files on priests who sexually abused children were destroyed or never even drawn up, a move which...Official orders probe into Facebook access to data from other appsNew York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Friday ordered two state agencies to investigate a media report that Facebook Inc may be accessing far more personal...Michael Jackson estate lawsuit sues HBO over documentaryThe estate of Michael Jackson on Thursday sued HBO over a documentary about two men who accuse the late pop superstar of molesting them when...Pakistan dismisses claim of seizing JeM headquarters, calls it 'seminary'The Pakistan government on Saturday dismissed its own claim that it had taken over the control of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) headquarters and said the complex...Messi hat-trick saves LaLiga leadersLionel Messi once again haunted Sevilla as his hat-trick secured a 4-2 win at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on Saturday.LaLiga's leaders twice went behind only...How Singapore Budget 2019 could impact you as a home and property ownerIt certainly bode well for Singapore when Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat announced the healthy surplus on the government's balance sheet on Tuesday (Feb 19)...Venezuela border tensions turn violent amid aid distribution bidEven as the first load of humanitarian aid from the Brazilian government arrived in Venezuela from Pacaraima on Saturday, President Nicolas Maduro’s security forces fired...Hotel Shilla Becomes 1st Korean Hotel to Earn 5 Stars from Forbes GuideHotel Shilla on Thursday became Korea's first hotel to be awarded five stars by Forbes Travel Guide, often considered the "Michelin Guide for hotels."Now in...
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Malaysian jailed for smuggling more than 6 million cigarettes into AustraliaA Malaysian man has been sentenced to five years in jail for smuggling more than 6 million cigarettes into Australia.The Australia Border Force (ABF) said...Sudan’s Bashir names new VP, prime minister as demonstrations continueSudanese police fired teargas at demonstrators on Saturday as fresh protests broke out against the rule of President Omar al-Bashir, after he appointed a new...Okinawa 'no' vote won't delay US base move: Japan PM AbeJapan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday (Feb 25) that the controversial relocation of a US military base in Okinawa will not be delayed despite...France’s ‘yellow vest’ protests continueTens of thousands of people marched Saturday in Paris and other cities and dozens were arrested as France’s “yellow vest” movement staged its 15th consecutive...Google Maps Satellite View was once almost called ‘Bird Mode’When big companies introduce something, it becomes a standard. For instance, Google Maps calling its popular feature as Satellite View, which may have been even...Indian police detain hundreds in Kashmir sweepsIndian authorities have detained hundreds of separatist leaders and Muslim activists in an escalating crackdown in disputed Kashmir with the region remaining on high alert...R. Kelly arrested, charged in Chicago with sexual abuseR. Kelly, the R&B star who has been trailed for decades by allegations that he violated underage girls and women and held some as virtual...HoloLens team calls on Microsoft to cancel US Army contractMicrosoft engineers working on the mixed reality HoloLens project are calling on the company to give up its multi-million dollar contract with the US Army.A...At least 150 die from tainted liquor in India's northeastAt least 150 people have died and about 200 people have been hospitalized after drinking tainted liquor in two separate incidents in India’s remote northeast,...Suspected Bangladesh plane hijacker shot dead: ArmyBangladesh commandos stormed a passenger jet in the country's southeast on Sunday (Feb 24) and shot dead an armed man who allegedly tried to hijack...Bale penalty gives Real win in VAR controversyReal Madrid’s Gareth Bale came off the bench and coolly converted a controversial penalty to secure a 2-1 win at Levante in La Liga on...Australia beat India in last ballGlenn Maxwell hit a crucial half-century to help Australia beat India by three wickets in the first Twenty20 international in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.Chasing a tricky...Singer R. Kelly due in court to face sex abuse chargesR. Kelly, the R&B star who has been trailed for decades by allegations that he violated underage girls and women and held some as virtual...Japan's Okinawa to vote on controversial US base moveResidents of Japan's Okinawa go to the polls Sunday (Feb 24) in a closely watched referendum on the controversial relocation of a US military base...
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LG Banks on Dual-Screen 5G PhoneLG unveiled its latest V50 ThinQ smartphone in Barcelona on Sunday, a day before the opening of the Mobile World Congress there.While the launch was...Huawei to be excluded from solar power marketA bipartisan group of senators on Monday urged the US government to block Huawei Technologies Co Ltd from supplying solar energy generators just as it...Pope vows to end abuse cover-ups but victims disappointedPope Francis closed out his extraordinary summit on preventing clergy sex abuse by vowing Sunday to confront abusers with ''the wrath of God'' felt by...Asiana Wins Incheon-Ulaanbaatar RouteAsiana Airlines has won coveted additional flights between Incheon and Ulaanbaatar, which had been monopolized by Korean Air for 30 years, while a budget carrier...Pakistani court dismisses Sharif pleaA Pakistani court on Monday dismissed a bail petition filed by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on medical grounds in Al-Azizia reference case. An Islamabad...India prepares for elections: Panel seeks more answers from TwitterAn Indian parliamentary panel gave Twitter Inc 10 days to file written answers to its questions after meeting on Monday with a senior company officer,...'Green Book' wins best picture in shock finaleThe Academy Awards - arguably the highest honors in the movie industry - were handed out on Sunday Feb 24 in Hollywood. It was a...After marathon train ride, Kim Jong Un reaches Vietnam for nuclear summitNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un crossed into Vietnam Tuesday after a marathon train journey for a second summit showdown with Donald Trump, with the...Ancient Roman site where Caesar was assassinated will open to touristsAs the trend of dark tourism continues to grow, the mayor of Italy’s most-visited city has announced plans to renovate an ancient structure believed to...Modest Fashion Week returns to DubaiPurveyors of dressing modestly often make two claims – that covering up is a personal choice, and that it can be a feminist one, too....Record Numbers Embrace Overseas Online ShoppingKoreans bought nearly US$3 billion worth of products on international e-commerce websites for the first time last year.According to the Korea Customs Service on Monday,...India's 'dream' of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled: QureshiPakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said on Monday that India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled, amidst simmering tensions between the two...Olivia Colman triumphsBritain's Olivia Colman won a surprise best actress Oscar on Sunday for her clever performance as a dim-witted, petulant Queen Anne in 'The Favourite' and...This is Sony Xperia 1 - the world’s first 21:9 4K OLED HDR display smartphoneAmong other global firsts, Sony unveiled its new flagship smartphone, Xperia 1, at the MWC 2019.The Sony Xperia 1 is the world’s first smartphone a...Trump forcibly kissed an ex-campaign worker before a rally: ReportA woman who worked on Donald Trump's presidential campaign sued the president on Monday, accusing him of kissing her without consent before a 2016 rally...'I want to work with people I love' - Mourinho looking to avoid conflict at next jobSacked by Manchester United in December, the manager wants to avoid internal conflict wherever he ends up nextJose Mourinho revealed his next job in management...Hyundai's Tucson Tops German Magazine's SUV RatingsHyundai's Tucson SUV topped the ratings in an evaluation by German magazine Auto Bild, the automaker said Sunday.Tucson received a score of 524 out of...Pentagon outlines its first AI strategyThe U.S. military wants to expand its use of artificial intelligence in warfare, but says it will take care to deploy the technology in accordance...‘I do not need support from PAS’, says PM Mahathir on purported no-confidence voteMalaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Monday (Feb 25) that he did not need the support from opposition Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS), amid persistent...
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Mini miracle: 'Record-breaking' premature baby leaves Tokyo hospitalA baby born in Tokyo weighing the same as a large onion has gone home healthy, becoming the smallest newborn boy in the world to...Apple Music likely to arrive on Google HomeApple Music is reportedly finding a new home in Google Home Google Home.A MacRumors reader Jason, found the Apple Music listing within the Google Home...China, US still have 'difficult discussions' ahead on trade issuesWashington and Beijing remain divided over the U.S.'s demand that China make structural changes to its economy, analysts say, despite the trade war truce's being...European Firms Say Doing Business Korea Got WorseEuropean companies say business conditions in Korea have grown significantly worse. The European Chamber of Commerce in Korea polled 129 CEOs of European companies based...Civil servants in some Malaysian states to enjoy flexible working hours from MarchCivil servants working at federal departments in some Malaysia states will get flexible working hours as part of a pilot programme starting on Friday (Mar...Tenda announces 300Mbps Wi-Fi routerTenda launches the 300Mbps Wi-Fi router, F6. This powerful router is a wireless networking solution specially designed for average home and SOHO setups will not...Nearly 50% of transport pollution deaths linked to diesel: StudyAbout 385,000 people worldwide died prematurely in 2015 from air pollution caused by vehicle exhaust emissions, a US study found Wednesday (Feb 27), which singled...Dublin calling: Ireland cashes in on Brexit jittersBrexit is turning Dublin into a new financial hub, with the city a top contender for banks, funds and law firms needing a continued presence...Priyanka Chopra touches down in Delhi with husband Nick JonasKeeping up with Priyanka Chopra is a full-time job, it seems. Days after walking the red carpet at Vanity Fair's Oscars after-party, the Quantico star...Indian shelling kills four civilians in Pakistan: OfficialsFour people including two children were killed and ten others injured in an exchange of fire between Indian and Pakistani troops in Kashmir on Tuesday...Study ties arthritis pain reliever to heart valve diseaseA recent study has linked a common prescription drug that people with arthritis use to relieve pain and inflammation to a heart valve problem. The drug,...Pakistan-India: Pakistan 'shoots down two Indian jets' over KashmirPakistan says it has shot down two Indian Air Force jets in a major escalation of the Kashmir conflict.A spokesman said one plane had fallen...Virgin Galactic sends three humans to spaceIn a first, US-based Virgin Galactic rocketed three people to space in a test flight that is an effort towards the company’s commercial spaceflight mission.As...Ellen: It's time to defend transgender peopleActress Ellen Page says it's time to "step up" to support transgender people. "We need to realize that a lot of the most marginalized people...One-on-One: Trump, Kim confront North Korea's nuke plansWith nervous world capitals looking on, President Donald Trump and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un are beginning their second nuclear summit with a one-on-one discussion...US inflation to fall further below 2% target: Fed's PowellDespite solid growth and continuing job gains, the US economy will see inflation fall even further below the central bank's two per cent goal, at...India says doesn't want 'further escalation' after Pakistan air strikesIndia wants to avoid any "further escalation of the situation" after conducting "pre-emptive" air strikes against militant camps in Pakistani territory, foreign minister Sushma Swaraj...Swatch sues Samsung for breaching watch trademarkSwatch Group has filed a complaint against Samsung Electronics Co and Samsung Electronics America Inc, saying the two companies infringed its trademark on designs for...Space junk harpoon?to clean orbital debris?A harpoon flung from a satellite has successfully captured a piece of pretend space junk, like a whale.The British-led experiment is part of an effort...
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US House strikes down Trump's border emergency, now goes to SenateThe US House of Representatives dealt a blow to President Donald Trump on Tuesday, approving a resolution blocking him from obtaining funding for a Mexican...U.S. Appeals Court Clears AT&T's $81 Billion Purchase of Time WarnerA federal appeals court on Tuesday cleared AT&T's takeover of Time Warner, rejecting the Trump administration's claims that the $81 billion deal will harm consumers...