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N.Korea vows strong ties with Russia on leaders’ summit anniversary

Seoul: North Korea vowed on Tuesday to strengthen its ties with Russia on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the first summit between the leaders of the two nations. Vice Foreign…
How Germany Job Seeker Visa paves way to settlement in Europe

Germany is offering a job seeker visa that allows individuals to search for jobs in the country, and if they find a suitable job, they can convert their visa into a work…

Pakistan Army chief in China to boost military ties

Islamabad: Pakistan Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir is in China on a four-day official visit aimed at enhancing bilateral military relations with the neighbouring country, according to the military’s…
Disney kicks off layoffs, 4K employees to be impacted

San Francisco: Entertainment giant Disney kicked off its second round of layoffs on Monday that will affect 4,000 employees. According to a CNBC report, a third round is expected to start before…
Video: Flydubai aircraft catches fire, lands safely in Dubai

Kathmandu: Flydubai flight FZ 576 from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Dubai International (DXB) experienced a bird hit during takeoff from Kathmandu. After following standard procedure, the flight continued as normal to Dubai…
Ukraine in talks with Russia over ‘all-for-all’ prisoner exchange

Kiev: Kyrylo Budanov, chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry, has said that Ukraine is in talks with Russia over an “all-for-all” prisoner exchange, local media reported. Speaking…
Powerful earthquake jolts Indonesia, tsunami alert issued

Jakarta: A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s western province of West Sumatra early Tuesday and was potential of triggering a tsunami, the meteorology, climatology and geophysics agency said. The earthquake happened at 03:00…

Fox News parts ways with controversial host Tucker Carlson

Fox News has announced the departure of its influential host, Tucker Carlson, after months of speculation regarding the controversial figure’s future at the conservative news network. The announcement came as a surprise…
Pakistani-Canadian journalist Tarek Fatah passes away after prolonged illness

Well-known Pakistan-born hugely controversial columnist Tarek Fatah, 73, died on Monday following a prolonged battle with cancer, Natasha Fatah, his daughter said. She confirmed his death following many false alerts. On April…
Balesh Dhankar, ex-OFBJP Australia chief found guilty of rape

Balesh Dhankar, one of the founding members of the Overseas Friends of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Sydney has been convicted of raping and drugging five Korean women. A district court…
Iraq evacuates nationals from Sudan as fighting continues

Baghdad: The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that it is working to evacuate its nationals from Sudan, where clashes continued for a ninth day. “We are working to achieve a…
Historic Day for Kiwis living in Australia; citizens rights restored

Auckland: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has welcomed Australia’s historic decision to provide a new direct pathway to citizenship for New Zealanders living in Australia, saying it will bring the two countries closer…
413 people have died in Sudan fighting so far: WHO

Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) said that 413 people have died in the current Sudan conflict, while the UN children’s agency said children are paying a high price, with at least…
Indian not allowed to bring pregnant Sudanese wife home, cries for help

New Delhi: An Indian national in crisis-torn Sudan has been left in a spot after the Indian mission in Khartoum approved his evacuation request but left behind his pregnant wife who is…
Dengue fever outbreak in Argentina kills over 40

New Delhi: A severe outbreak of dengue fever in Argentina has killed more than 40 people and infected over 60,000, the media reported. Dengue is the most common viral infection that spreads…