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US has unrealistic expectations with Pakistan on Taliban talks: Ex-ISI chief
Former ISI chief says Pakistan “can’t deliver anybody” to the negotiating table.
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Study on Monsanto GM corn concerns draws skepticism
Researchers found rats exposed to Monsanto's genetically modified corn, weed killer suffered tumors, organ failures.
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YouTube extends anti-Islam film curb to Saudi Arabia
Saudia Arabia had threatened to block YouTube if Google didn’t respond requests of denying access to the film.
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Fuel use in new cars could halve by 2030: IEA
Conventional vehicles will still continue to dominate the market until 2030, the body added.
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German government urges public to stop using Internet Explorer
A security flaw publicly surfaced over the weekend, affecting hundreds of millions of Internet Explorer users.
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Asia-Pacific home to most millionaires: Report
China and Australia ranked second and third at 16.7 percent and 5.3 percent respectively.
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Bahrain, UAE probe suspicious shipments headed to Iran
Iran shipments may have violated UN sanctions. Envoy says seized items may have been for nuclear program.
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India follows Pakistan with missile test
The two-stage Agni-IV blasted off from the eastern state of Orissa in the third test for the missile.
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US denies protests stalling aid to Egypt
A Washington Post report said that protests over an anti-Islam video had stalled talks on relieving $1 billion aid.
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Saudi beheads Pakistan national for drug smuggling
The beheading brings to 60 the number of people executed in Saudi Arabia so far this year.
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Taliban claims credit for Nato Afghan pull back
"This is the result of the mujahideen's operations and tactics," spokesman Zabihullah Mujahed.
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Two British policewomen killed in grenade attack
A 29-year-old man wanted for two previous murders has been arrested in connection with the killings.
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US condemns Kabul bombing, fears 'contagion'
"Among other things, I think we were concerned about this just kind of contagion, if you will."
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US hopes talks on full range of subjects during Khar-Clinton meetings
State department spokesperson says both sides hope to to build upon the recent high-level contacts.
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OIC to take up anti-Islam film
All possible initiatives will be discussed to reach a plan of action and to address the escalating wave of incitement.
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World’s first mother-to-daughter uterus transplant
Two Swedish women might be able to give birth through wombs which will carry the babies.
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Key ally pulls out of India government over reforms
Ally demands government reverse its decision to raise diesel prices, open supermarket sector to foreign investments
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University degree a must to visit UAE: Report
Move would help reduce risk that individuals engaged in crime or trafficking of persons could gain entry to UAE.
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Flame cyber virus linked to more malware: Report
Kaspersky added that "their nature is currently unknown."
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Google buys smartphone photo app maker Nik
Nik photo editing and sharing products include Snapseed software for smartphones, tablets or desktop computers.
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Nato restricts joint operations with Afghans: Officials
More than 30 insider attacks have claimed the lives of 51 troops in the Nato-led coalition so far this year.
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Security experts warn of bug in Microsoft's Web browser
The vulnerability gives hackers access to all the files on a computer.
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Too soon to call Libya attack 'act of terror': State Dept
"I'm not going to put labels on this until we have a complete investigation," spokeswoman Victoria Nuland.
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Female bomber kills 12 in Kabul to avenge film
Security officials said nine foreigners were among those killed on a major highway leading to Kabul airport.
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Apple gets record 2 million iPhone 5 orders
Some analysts say Apple could sell 10 million in the opening days and 50 million before the end of 2012.
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Hezbollah warns US over film as toll rises
"The US must understand that releasing the entire film will have very dangerous, repercussions around the world."
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Video shows Libyans helping rescue US ambassador after attack
Shows that some of the people who forced their way into the US compound later tried to rescue Stevens.
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Khar to kick off US tour from Sept 18
Zardari to address UN General Assembly session on September 25.
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Post-2014: Taliban cadre warns of civil war in Afghanistan
Mullah Mutasim urges all groups to shun differences, rebuild country.
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Google rejects White House request to pull anti-Islam film, again
Google reiterates that it is blocking the film to comply with local law than give into political pressure.
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US, allies in Gulf naval exercise as Israel, Iran face off
Naval exercise shows a global will to keep oil shipping lanes open as Israel and Iran trade threats of war.
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Protests against anti-Islam film erupt in Kabul, Jakarta, Marawi
Protests turned violent for the first time in Afghanistan, Indonesia; Filipino Muslims burned US and Israeli flags.
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US to close Bangkok embassy during Islam film protest
US statement says there was no specific threat to US citizens in Thailand, but urged Americans to 'exercise caution'.
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Google blocks anti-Islam film in Malaysia
Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission asked Google to remove clips of controversial film.
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Baghdad Green Zone attack kills seven
The central area, known officially as the International Zone, houses diplomatic missions including the US embassy.
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Violent anti-US protest erupts in Afghan capital
Gunmen from the crowd opened fire at police, but no one was hurt, police said.
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Pentagon chief seeks to calm Japan-China tensions
It is truly regrettable that Japanese businesses have suffered significant damage, says Pentagon.
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Bagram facility: Pakistan to formally take up prisoners’ issue with Kabul
Afghan president unhappy with the US over the delay in transfer of prisoners.
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Border security bolstered to check smuggling
Pickets, fences and foot patrolling increased on the Pak-Iran and Pak-Afghan borders.
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Libya arrests 50 over US envoy killing
Libya blamed the Benghazi attack on foreign extremists, claiming it was pre-planned.
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Afghan president raps US over Bagram prison transfer
Afghanis consider the issue of prisons and detention of their fellow citizens a matter of their national sovereignty.
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Anti-Islam film: UN, EU condemn attacks on Western missions
EU foreign policy chief urges Arab, Muslim leaders to call for peace.
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Attack on US in Libya ‘revenge’ for al-Libi death: Al Qaeda
Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula also calls for more violent demonstrations against US embassies in Middle East, Africa.
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US renews waivers of Iran sanctions for Japan, EU nations
Japan first among Asia's top four buyers to get renewal.
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Afghan policeman kills two NATO soldiers
Insider attacks have killed 47 NATO-led forces personnel this year.
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Manmohan Singh expresses condolences over Pakistan fire tragedies
Singh writes letter to PM Ashraf, conveys condolences of behalf of India and its people.
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Two killed at US base where Prince Harry deployed
Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack.
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Helping Pakistan: EU approves duty-free access package, with strings
Critics say it’s too little, too late; supporters say it might be a foot in the door.
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Pakistan slams US ‘pick and choose’ policy in Afghanistan
Official says US is trying to balance domestic compulsions and ground realities.
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Google rejects White House request to remove anti-Islam film
Google says it has restricted access to the film in Egypt, Libya, India and Indonesia, but video to stay on site.

















































