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Farewell Akademik Shokalskiy: Chinese Helicopter Rescues Passengers from Ice-Trapped Antarctic Ship; Members Arrive Safely on Australian Icebreaker

It has now been understood that scientists and tourists aboard the MV Akademik Shokalskiy have been safely flown via helicopter, directly to the Australian icebreaker Aurora Australis.

Jan 2, 2014

South Korean President Park Geun-hye Discusses North, Regional Tensions with UN Chief Ban Ki-moon

South Korea President Park Geun-hye and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, over a telephone conversation, discussed issues relating to North Korea, Island conflict and Japan PM Abe's Yasukuni Shrine visit.

Jan 2, 2014

'Dhoom 3' Box Office Collection: Aamir Starrer Beats 'Krrish 3' Earnings; Becomes Biggest Grosser Ever

Aamir Khan has regained the top spot at the box office chart with "Dhoom 3". The action thriller has become the highest grosser Indian film ever, beating "Krrish 3" total earnings of ₹244 crore by a big margin.

Jan 2, 2014

27 Killed as Maharashtra State Bus Plunges into Valley

A state-run transport bus plunged into a deep valley near the city of Thane on Thursday, claiming the lives of at least 27 people.

Jan 2, 2014

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Is Syrian Electronic Army (SEA) Answering WikiLeaks Founder Assange's Call to Join Force Against Surveillance?

The development came a day after WikiLeaks' Julian Assange called on hackers to unite against NSA surveillance.

Jan 2, 2014

Skype, Snapchat, BBC Server and League of Legends Hacked

Hackers attacked Skype, Snapchat, BBC server and League of Legends, affecting millions of users.

Jan 2, 2014

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Why a Man Crash Landing Hot Air Balloon in East China Sea Became a Major Headline

Interestingly, the man, identified as 35-year-old-chef Xu Shauaijun, landed himself in the midst of a territorial dispute between two Asian superpowers: China and Japan.

Jan 2, 2014

Deaths, Blocked Roads, Power Cuts, Heavy Snowfall Mark New Year in Kashmir Valley

Heavy snowfall and biting cold has disrupted life in Jammu and Kashmir for a third consecutive day, with the national highway shut down and irregular power cuts.

Jan 2, 2014

Global Warming Will Have Temperatures Rising by 4 Degrees by 2100 [Video]

The research, by University of New South Wales, published in Nature concludes that the threat to global climate by carbon dioxide is more sensitive than it was thought to be in earlier studies.

Jan 2, 2014

Arvind Kejriwal Likely to Win Trust Vote Today in Delhi Vidhan Sabha

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seems to have gathered enough support to prove majority for his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Vidhan Sabha, as Congress lawmakers will vow to support him on Thursday.

Jan 2, 2014

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Antarctic Ship Trapped in Ice: Helicopter Arrives at Scene, Complex Plan to Rescue Russian Vessel Underway [Videos]

A helicopter, belonging to Chinese icebreaker Snow Dragon, has arrived near the stranded research Russian ship MV Akademik Shokalskiy, bringing renewed hopes to the passengers stuck in dense ice off East Antarctica, since 26 December.

Jan 2, 2014

Big Bash League Where to Watch Live: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Live Streaming Information

Brisbane Heat and the Sydney Sixers will target a return to winning ways when the two sides clash in the opening match of round four of the Big Bash League (BBL 03) at the Gabba. The match can be watched via live streaming online

Jan 2, 2014

Syrian Electronic Army Hacks Skype; Posts Microsoft Top Boss's Info on Twitter

The amorphous hacker collective, which claims to support Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, posted anti-surveillance messages, including a message telling people not to use email services of Microsoft, the owner of Skype.

Jan 2, 2014

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New Year 2014: Long Queues for Legal Marijuana in Colorado [PHOTOS]

In what can be seen as a turning point in the US drug culture, the world's first marijuana store with a legal permit was launched in Colorado on New Year's Day, with hundreds of customers lined up outside the store.

Jan 2, 2014

1st Test, Day 3 Where to Watch Live: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Free Live Streaming Information

Younis Khan and skipper Misbah-ul-Haq put Pakistan in a real position of strength after day 2 of the first Test in Abu Dhabi against Sri Lanka. The match can be seen via free live streaming online

Jan 2, 2014

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The Americas

Farewell Akademik Shokalskiy: Chinese Helicopter Rescues Passengers from Ice-Trapped Antarctic Ship; Members Arrive Safely on Australian Icebreaker

South Korean President Park Geun-hye Discusses North, Regional Tensions with UN Chief Ban Ki-moon

'Dhoom 3' Box Office Collection: Aamir Starrer Beats 'Krrish 3' Earnings; Becomes Biggest Grosser Ever

27 Killed as Maharashtra State Bus Plunges into Valley

Is Syrian Electronic Army (SEA) Answering WikiLeaks Founder Assange's Call to Join Force Against Surveillance?

Skype, Snapchat, BBC Server and League of Legends Hacked

Why a Man Crash Landing Hot Air Balloon in East China Sea Became a Major Headline

Deaths, Blocked Roads, Power Cuts, Heavy Snowfall Mark New Year in Kashmir Valley

Global Warming Will Have Temperatures Rising by 4 Degrees by 2100 [Video]

Arvind Kejriwal Likely to Win Trust Vote Today in Delhi Vidhan Sabha

Antarctic Ship Trapped in Ice: Helicopter Arrives at Scene, Complex Plan to Rescue Russian Vessel Underway [Videos]

Big Bash League Where to Watch Live: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Live Streaming Information

Syrian Electronic Army Hacks Skype; Posts Microsoft Top Boss's Info on Twitter

New Year 2014: Long Queues for Legal Marijuana in Colorado [PHOTOS]

1st Test, Day 3 Where to Watch Live: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Free Live Streaming Information

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh