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Iran, world powers fail to settle nuclear dispute
Israel threatened Middle East of conflict, higher oil prices in financial markets if diplomacy failed.
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Obama: China, Russia not signed on for Assad's removal
Obama conceded he had failed to make a breakthrough with the leaders of Russia or China despite intensive talks.
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US probe calls for punishment of troops in Quran burning
Quran burning further deteriorated relations between foreign forces and their Afghan allies, forcing a US apology.
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Gaza rockets pound Israel after air strikes kill 6
'This is our answer to the Zionist crimes. It will continue if they carry out more strikes on Gaza,' - Hamas movement.
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Sidelined: Sir Creek talks make no headway
Issue eclipsed by changes in Pakistan’s internal politics, claim Indian officials.
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Mubarak declared clinically dead
Former Egyptian leader overthrown last year was 84 and sentenced to life imprisonment.
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PM disqualification: US hopes Pakistan will resolve crisis
Victoria Nuland says US working relationship with Pakistan to continue.
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Panasonic's first Android-based 'toughpad' unveiled in Asia
The rugged tablets are popular in industries such as defence, utilities and construction.
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Swiss chemical process makes eco-friendly jeans
The technique can produce a pair of jeans using up to 92 percent less water, up to 30 percent less energy.
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Microsoft unveils 'Surface' tablet in iPad challenge
The tablet would be available but it is likely to be timed with the release of Windows 8 software later this year.
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US hopes Pakistan would sort its crisis in accordance with the Constitution
Victoria Nuland says working relationship with Pakistan will go ahead.
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ex-Egypt dictator Hosni Mubarak's health deteriorates
Security official says Mubarak has been put on life support system.
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Julian Assange seeks asylum in Ecuador
Ecuador says it is studying the request from legal and diplomatic aspects.
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Talks on Iran's nuclear proramme remain deadlocked
6 powers want Tehran to reduce uranium enrichment levels, but Iran demands relief from economic sanctions.
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Exit plan: Afghanistan needs upto $7 billion sustenance for a decade
More than 90 per cent of Afghanistan's $17.1 billion national budget comes from foreign donations.
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A Palestinian plan to attract Muslims back to al Aqsa
Muslims have informally boycotted the holy site since Israel seized East Jerusalem, West Bank from Jordan in 1967 war.
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Sir Creek easiest of problems, want movement on terrorism: India
Indian PM Manmohan Singh's visit to Pakistan also under a cloud due to internal transitions.
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Malaysia bookstore manager charged over banned book
Nik Raina Nik Abdul Aziz is accused of distributing Irshad Manji's "Allah, Liberty and Love."
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Anti-Shia suicide bombing kills 22 in Iraq
Bomber targeted mourners in central Baquba, north of Baghdad, a police colonel said.
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Suicide bombers storm Nato, Afghan bases, kill five people
11 suicide bombers managed to penetrate outer perimeter of 2 bases, one foreigner, 4 police officers killed.
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UN investigator decries US use of killer drones
Investigator calls on Washington to justify policy.
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Indian father beheads daughter over alleged affairs
Father cut off his daughter's head, paraded it around his village after becoming enraged over her relationships.
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Seven killed on Israel's Egypt and Gaza borders
Sinai attack launched after Egyptian elections, raising concerns about lawlessness in the area since Mubarak's fall.
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Obama, Putin unite in warning to Syria
Two leaders have found 'many common points' on Syria, where violence is spiralling into an all-out civil war: Putin.
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India and Russia boost IMF crisis firewall
India and Russia each pledged $10 billion on Monday for an IMF firewall meant to prevent future crises.
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Obama's pick for Iraq ambassador withdraws
Obama's nominee for envoy to Iraq withdrew his candidacy due to claims of impropriety, opposition from Republicans.
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G20 ramps up pressure on Europe over debt crisis
World's major economies urged Europe to resolve the debt crisis that has now raged for over two years.
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Three men in Afghan police uniforms kill Nato soldier
An increasing number of Afghan troops have turned their weapons against Nato soldiers.
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Festering dispute: Sir Creek talks begin amid high hopes
Head of Indian delegation says Islamabad has come with an ‘open mind’.
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Breivik's psychiatrist wavered on sanity ruling
Breivik's psychiatrist Terje Torrissen seeks another session with him to erase doubts.
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Prince Salman named Saudi heir at time of turmoil
Crown Prince Salman likely to continue slow reforms. Prince Ahmed promoted to interior minister from deputy role.
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Nigeria attacks are 'systematic extermination' of Christians
Multiple suicide attacks on churches, subsequent rioting by Christian youths targeting Muslims killed 36 people.
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Vatican accuses media of 'imitating Dan Brown'
Vatican's secretary of state accused media of "intentionally ignoring" the good things the Church does.
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India may export precious metal, stones' jewellery to Pakistan
Indian delegation visited Pakistan, explored export opportunities.
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Political speech targeted with take-down requests: Google
Requests to delete political speech even come from Western nations, not typically associated with censorship: Chou.
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Bangladesh jails 611 soldiers for 2009 mutiny
Senior army officers were killed when soldiers at BDR headquarters went on a killing spree, 611 convicted on Saturday.
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Egypt army officer, 2 security men killed in Israeli border raid
Israeli plane chased militants along Egypt-Israel border, killing 1 Egypt army officer, 2 security men: Army official.
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Obama to press Putin on Syria at G20 amid skepticism
The talks at G20, Mexico will test whether the two leaders can find a common ground on Syria and other disputes.
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Iran nuclear talks resume in nervous atmosphere
In Moscow, the six powers will again push Tehran to address its enrichment of uranium to 20 per cent fissile purity.
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Muslim Brotherhood wins Egypt presidential election
The Brotherhood declared Morsy won by 52.5 per cent votes compared to the 47.5 per cent secured by Shafik.
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36 dead in Nigeria church attacks, rioting
Bomb blasts struck three churches within one hour, intensifying the sectarian divides within the country.
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Prince Nayef’s burial: At royal funeral, Pakistani duo pushes domestic agenda
PM Gilani to request Imam-e-Kaaba to ask Taliban to lay down arms.
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French Socialists win parliament majority
Projections show that Socialist bloc has secured between 296 and 320 seats in the runoff vote.
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Salman likely to be new Saudi heir as Nayef buried
All expectations point to Salman to succeed Nayef for his experience in administration, security and politics: Expert
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Taliban praise India for resisting Afghan entanglement
Taliban striking a softer tone towards India could be a sign of a more independent course.
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The miracle busters
Millions of Indians still seem to believe in miracle over reason and continue to get conned by ‘godmen’.
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Heir to throne: Saudi Crown Prince Nayef dies
Burial to take place in Makkah today.
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Apple I computer fetches $374,500 at NY auction
Sotheby's said fewer than 50 original Apple 1s are believed to survive, only six known to be in working condition.
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'Spectrum crunch' may slow US mobile revolution
If no action is taken, smartphone users could see slowdowns, dropped connections, and higher prices.
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UN suspends Syrian monitoring due to increasing violence
"Observers will not be conducting patrols & will stay in their locations until further notice," General Mood said.
















































