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Papua New Guinea volcano erupts, forcing residents to leave the area

SYDNEY, Australia: In the wake of a volcanic eruption that sent a plume of ash into the sky, some residents ...


Myanmar hands over 31,000 suspects involved in telecom fraud to China

BEIJING, China: This week, Chinese authorities said that Myanmar authorities have handed over 31,000 telecom fraud suspects. The move comes ...


Adani Power undertakes green ammonia combustion pilot project at Mundra plant

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 29 (ANI): As the world leaders converge in the UAE for the COP28 this week to ...


Holger Rune, Andy Murray, Ben Shelton among stars to contest in Brisbane International

Brisbane [Australia], November 29 (ANI): Former World No. 1 Andy Murray, Holger Rune, and Ben Shelton are among the stars ...


EconomyInFocus | China Int'l Supply Chain Expo kicks off in Beijing

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"Australian tour is an exciting challenge ahead of us," says Pakistan Director of Cricket Hafeez

Islamabad [Pakistan], November 29 (ANI): Pakistan men's Director of Cricket Mohammed Hafeez said that the tour of Australia is an ...


This simple move by China could demolish the EU's aggressive agenda

Visa-free travel may not seem like a big deal, but it throws a spanner in the works of the rhetoric ...


Israel, Hamas Releases Hostages, Prisoners on Fifth Day of Truce

Hamas militants late Tuesday released more Israeli hostages on the fifth day of an extended six-day truce in the Israel-Hamas ...


Glenn Maxwell's 'Big Show' continues blockbuster run on Indian soil

Guwahati (Assam) [India], November 29 (ANI): Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell continues to justify 'The Big Show' moniker with yet another ...


"Approach has to be fearless," says Pakistan batter Saim Ayub awaiting Test debut against Australia

Islamabad [Pakistan], November 29 (ANI): Young Pakistan batter Saim Ayub has promised to stay fearless if he earns his first ...


Rahul Dravid offered extension to continue as head coach by BCCI

New Delhi [India], November 29 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has offered a contract extension ...


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Locked and loaded: Myanmar's military hits gold in 31st ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet

Naypyitaw, Myanmar - The Tatmadaw, Myanmar's military, showcased its prowess at the 31st ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) held in ...

BNP's election dilemma: To participate or not? CEC spills the beans

DHAKA, Bangladesh - The next general election may be rescheduled if the BNP wishes to participate, according to Chief Election ...

Finance Minister chairs steering committee as Nepal prepares for Third Investment Summit

KATHMANDU, Nepal - The government has announced plans to hold the Third Investment Summit in Kathmandu on April 21-22 next ...

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar sets the stage in Abu Dhabi to strengthen bonds, sign MoUs

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, the caretaker prime minister, arrived in Abu Dhabi on Sunday for an official visit to ...

US, Philippines hold joint patrols in South China sea near Taiwan

BANGKOK, Thailand: In response to heightened Chinese activity in the South China Sea, the United States and the Philippines have ...

Investing in nation's future: Top taxpayers honored by Nepal government

KATHMANDU, Nepal - The government has recognized the outstanding taxpayers. Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat, Finance Minister, praised the "best taxpayers" ...

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Israel accused of targeting reporters and their families

In a devastating turn of events, Israel's war on Gaza, sparked by Hamas's unprecedented attacks on October 7, has resulted ...

Candidate wins election in Louisiana by 1 vote where 43,000 voted

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana: In a Louisiana election where more than 43,000 people cast their ballots, a candidate for parish sheriff ...

CSX train derails in Kentucky, spills molten sulfur causing a fire

LIVINGSTON, Kentucky: This week, railroad operator CSX said a train derailment involving 16 cars, two of which spilled molten sulfur ...

Journalists and families taking heavy toll in Gaza

Fifty-seven journalists have been killed as of Saturday as a result of Israel's war on Gaza, which has extended to ...

Tensions rise as Israel summons Irish envoy over Taoiseach's statement on Emily Hand's release

TEL AVIV, Israel - Following Taoiseach Leo Varadkar's statement on Emily Hand's release, Israel's foreign minister says he summoned the ...

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Tesla ready to invest up to $2 billion in Indian factory

NEW DELHI, India: On November 24, the Economic Times (ET) reported that Tesla is ready to invest up to $2 ...


U.S. stocks close higher after volatile day, dollar dives

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks closed in positive territory despite a volatile day Tuesday. Spending much time in ...


Salmonella cases force recall of more cantaloupe brands by FDA

WASHINGTON D.C.: On November 24, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled three more brands of whole and pre-cut ...


EV sales in US up 9%, still below many countries

DETROIT, Michigan: US electric vehicle (EV) sales are expected to reach a record of 9% of all passenger vehicles this ...


U.S. stocks weaken as traders return after Thanksgiving

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks closed marginally lower as traders returned to their desks Monday following the Thanksgiving ...


Warren Buffett gives away Berkshire stocks worth $866 million

OMAHA, Nebraska: On November 21, Warren Buffett announced a donation of Berkshire Hathaway stocks worth some US$866 million to four ...


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