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Neo-Nazi US Coast Guard Officer Arrested for Mass Murder Plot on Democrats, Journalists
An arsenal of 15 firearms and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition were recovered from Christopher Paul Hasson's house, who is an admirer of Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik.
Nepal Party Demands Govt to Declare Country as Hindu State
Rastriya Prajatantra Party also demanded a referendum on whether to continue with federalism or not.
China Closes Tibet to Foreigners Ahead of 60th Anniversary of Dalai Lama’s Exile: Report
Amid heavy security on the ground, Tibet is almost entirely closed to foreign journalists and diplomats and information about actual conditions there is hard to obtain.
White House Pushed Saudi Nuclear Power Plan, Says Congressional Report
Lawmakers from both parties have expressed concerns that Saudi Arabia could develop nuclear weapons if the US technology were transferred without proper safeguards.
Pakistan's Civil, Military Leadership to Meet to Discuss Tensions With India After Pulwama Attack
The high-powered National Security Committee (NSC), the highest decision-making forum on national security and foreign policy, is likely to meet this week, which would be presided over by Prime Minister Imran Khan.
As Saudi Prince Heads to Delhi, He Vows to 'De-escalate' Tension Between Ind and Pak after Pulwama
Tensions have been mounting between the two nuclear-armed neighbours amidst war of words and diplomatic brinkmanship over the attack.
US Blocks North Korean Air Traffic Revival Ahead of Trump-Kim summit
The US move is part of a negotiating tactic to maintain sanctions pressure on North Korea as Washington is seeking concrete commitments from Pyongyang to abandon its nuclear and missile programmes.
Family of 19-Year-Old Pregnant British-Bangladeshi ‘Jihadi Bride’ Plead for Her Return
Shamima Begum was one of three schoolgirls from east London who left the UK for Syria at the age of 15. She is pregnant with her third child and keen to leave the war zone for the safety of her unborn child.
Nobody Can Browbeat Pakistan for Pulwama Attack, Ready to Cooperate if India Shares Evidence, Says FM Qureshi
Qureshi, in a recorded a video message from Germany where he is attending the Munich Security Conference, claimed that India, without investigation, in a knee-jerk reaction, blamed Pakistan for the attack.
Afghan Taliban Likely to Meet Saudi Crown Prince in Pakistan, Say Sources
Saudi Arabia has been part of the peace negotiations and is seen to have some sway over the Afghan Taliban militants due to Riyadh's historical ties with the hardline Islamist group and the kingdom's religious clout as the birthplace of Islam.
Indian-origin Student in UK Hanged Herself After Depressive Illness: Inquest
The inquest had opened in March 2018 but was adjourned for almost a year to allow an expert psychiatrist to assess the care provided to Elena Mondal.
At least 20 Revolutionary Guard Personnel Killed in Iran Bombing: Report
There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack, which came on the day of a US-led conference in Warsaw that included discussions on what America describes as Iran's malign influence across the wider Mideast.
British Tattooist Admits to Taking off Customers’ Ears, Nipples and Giving Them Tongue Splits
Brendan McCarthy, who has no medical qualifications, carried out the surgical procedures at his 'Dr Evil' studio between 2012 and 2015.
British Defence Minister Gavin Williamson Calls for Closer Post-Brexit Defence Ties With India
Naming Russia and China among the states that pose a threat with their increasing military might, the minister warned that while Britain tackled the extremism of Al Qaeda and Islamic State (ISIS), state-on-state competition from these countries has been o...
Pakistani PM Imran Khan Meets IMF Head, Bailout Talks to Continue
Pakistan is seeking what would be its 13th IMF bailout since the late 1980s, but the deal has been held up by differences over demands Khan's government fears may harm growth.
New Zealand Flight to China Forced to Turn Back Mid-air After Discovering Lack of Permission to Land
Air New Zealand apologised to passengers and said a special service would fly them to Shanghai at 11 p.m. on Sunday (1000 GMT).