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Saudia-led strikes hit Yemen rebels despite truce
Coalition says it has not received formal request from Hadi's government to observe truce
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India's Kumbh Mela festival to open amid stampede fears
Flag hoisting on Tuesday marks official opening of 2015 Kumbh Mela, which is held every third year
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Myanmar youth strike a pose against hate in selfie campaign
It is aimed at forging unity in a nation hit by outbreaks of communal violence and inflammatory hate speech
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Ramazan festival breathes new life into Saudi's old Jeddah
The cultural festival that began on June 18 coincides with a broader tourism drive in Saudi Arabia
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Stakes in Pakistan: Incoming US military chief lists key interests
Top concerns identified by Gen Dunford as preventing al Qaeda’s reemergence, curbing nuclear proliferation.
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US psychology group colluded with govt 'torture' program: report
These individuals issued an ethics policy that aligned with government interrogation techniques
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Saudi Arabia bury Prince Saud al-Faisal, world's longest serving foreign minister
Prince Saud's body was flown home from the United States on Saturday afternoon for funeral prayers and burial
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Nawaz discussed all 'disputed' matters with Modi in Russia: Rashid
The Information Minister says that China did not support India's move to isolate Pakistan at the UN
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Haleem recipe: The ingredient to refreshing old memories
Riffat Zaidi, orthopedic surgeon in the US, breaks from tradition to devise ways to make Ramazan food healthier
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India, Turkmenistan back stronger energy ties
Modi, Turkmen president issue joint statement reaffirming strong commitment towards timely implementation of TAPI
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Six killed, 11 injured in Thailand separatist attacks
Colonel Pramote Prom-in, a regional security spokesperson, says the violence was related to the holy month of Ramazan
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British newspaper apologises for incorrect story on British Muslims' support for Islamic State
The article was based on a poll by the Daily Mirror
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UK police ‘pursuing’ child grooming suspect who fled to Pakistan
38-year-old Basharat Hussain was arrested after the beginning of Operation Clover
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Muslim-led campaign gears up to fight extremism in UK
The campaign aims to combat extremists who groom young people
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Typhoon lashes China after more than a million people evacuated
It could be the most powerful typhoon to hit Zhejiang in July since the Communist Party took power in 1949
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Iranian nuclear delegation not fasting during Ramazan
An exemption in Islam gives travellers a break from fasting
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Israeli drone crashes in Lebanon for second time in 3 weeks
Security official says pilotless aircraft crashed into the sea after which fishermen alerted army
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Three women on course to make US Army Rangers history
A total of 19 women began the training program in April but 16 have been eliminated
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Texas girl, 12, takes siblings for a car ride, crashes into church
She took the car keys while her father was at a nearby store; church left with a crack in a brick wall
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Progress for women, children in India health survey may offer global lessons
It is the first national survey on child and maternal health in India from the last decade
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Bolivia's president causes stir with unusual pope gift
Comprises of sculpted juxtaposition of two of the world's most potent symbols, Christianity and communism
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Cairo blast hits Italian consulate in city centre: state news
Attack comes during the last week of the holy month of Ramazan
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Omar Sharif, star of ‘Doctor Zhivago’, dead at 83
Agent confirms the Egyptian star had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease
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US welcomes resumption of Pakistan, India dialogue
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon also welcomes the meeting between Nawaz and Modi
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Neighbourhood watch: Optimism surrounds warring sides’ first direct contact
Apprehensions linger on future of peace talks vis-à-vis role of Taliban’s Qatar office
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Nawaz, Putin agree to expedite process for North-South gas pipeline agreement
Nawaz expresses desire for multi-dimensional ties with Russia, while Putin wants to pursue economic ties
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Summit hopes
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Russia provided a timely opportunity for some large-scale housekeeping
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Ethiopia declared best tourist destination
The African country ins known for its excellent preservation of humanity landmarks
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IS group 'tentacles' in Afghanistan growing concern: Putin
Putin says military presence in Afghanistan "did not bring about quality change for better in the situation
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'Lawrence of Arabia' star Omar Sharif dies
Omar Sharif, 83, was suffering from Alzheimer’s disease
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South Carolina removes Confederate flag from state capitol
The banner's new home will be the "relic room" of the state military museum in Columbia
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First chapter of new Harper Lee novel released
Go Set a Watchman is already a best-seller at online retailer Amazon, will be published by HarperCollins on Tuesday
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Painkillers like Advil or Motrin cause increased risk of heart attack, stroke
FDA says people should think carefully about taking these drugs
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Pakistan, India become permanent SCO members
Membership in the group offers Pakistan and India greater access to the energy resources of Central Asia
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Saudia joins Israel as target of Jerusalem Day protests
While Iran does not recognise Israel's existence, Saudi bombing campaign in Yemen drew anger
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Islamic State bans Eid prayers in Iraq
IS claims Eid prayers were not performed in Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) time
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Iran says Western powers backtracking as nuclear deadline expires
Iran's foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said a deal was unlikely to be reached
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Pakistan outdoes India in Tobacco control: WHO
Report reveals Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have been more successful in curbing deaths caused by tobacco
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Turkey arrests 21 suspected IS members in major operation
Report says detainees suspected of helping the group recruit people from Europe; were planning to cross into Syria
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Thai embassy closed in Turkey after protest against deported Uighurs
Closure of Thailand's embassy in Ankara and consulate in Istanbul comes after demonstrators stormed the latter
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China's Xi pledges security equipment, training for Afghanistan
Increasing security cooperation suits both countries' interests, says Chinese president
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Love flying? You won't if this new seat design gets the nod
Zodiac Seats France's new set up will make travelling by air supremely uncomfortable
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UK calls for tourists to leave Tunisia
British Foreign Office advises against all non-essential trips to Tunisia fearing another attack
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Indian prime minister chooses silence as opposition attacks
PM Modi remains silent about his role during religious riots in 2002 that killed over 1,000 people, mostly Muslims
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Holidaymakers stranded as Indonesian volcano closes airports
A reporter in international terminal estimates about 1,000 people were stranded there
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Seas could rise 6 metres even if governments curb warming - study
Author Andrea Dutton says it could take centuries for six-metre rise but more rapid shifts were possible
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Chinese journalist freed after nine month detention
Zhang, who works for a German magazine, says she was "safe" and on a public bus on her way home
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Aid pours in after picture of Filipino boy studying on street goes viral
Nine-year-old Daniel will fulfil his dream of becoming a policeman after donations pour in
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Modi accepts Nawaz’s invitation for first Pakistan visit
Both countries agree to revive stalled dialogue
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23 dead in Bangladesh charity handout stampede: police
A senior police officer says owner of factory and six others have been arrested