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London fire: Deal between Theresa May's Conservative Party and DUP could be delayed until next week

A deal between the parties was supposed to be announced on Wednesday to help May form government in the UK after her party emerged as the largest party in the general elections.

Jun 14, 2017

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Video shows makeshift ropes hanging from burning Grenfell Tower

Around 200 firefighters were deployed to tackle a huge fire at a high-rise apartment block in the Latimer Road area of West London in the early hours of 14 June. At least six people have been killed with the number expected to rise.

Jun 14, 2017

Furore outside TN Assembly: Stalin demands CBI probe in 'cash-for-votes' sting operation

DMK MLAs raised slogans over a sting operation video in which two AIADMK MLAs claimed that party legislators were bribed to gather support for Palaniswami government's trust motion.

Jun 14, 2017

Watch: Salman Khan against warmongers, suggests Indo-Pak dialogue

Actor Salman Khan has been slammed on social media for suggesting that only dialogue is the solution for the problems that exist between India and Pakistan. Read to know more.

Jun 14, 2017

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Michael Gove dismisses talk of UK remaining in the Single Market

Michael Gove has played down concerns that a potential Confidence and Supply agreement between the Conservatives and DUP could undermine the governments impartiality in its dealings with political parties in Northern Ireland. Speaking in Westminster, the newly appointed environment secretary also dismissed talk of the UK remaining in the Single Market, as the government prepares to embark on negotiations with Brussels.

Jun 13, 2017

Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Mandsaur: MP CM extends olive branch to protesting farmers

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday visited Mandsaur for the first time since five protesting farmers protests were killed in police firing on June 6. Read to know more.

Jun 14, 2017

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Tillerson: Gulf states blockade against Qatar hindering US military actions

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson urged for calm and an ease to the blockade imposed against Qatar by the Arab nations. He said the diplomatic row was causing unintended humanitarian consequences like food shortages, the forced separation of families and children being pulled out of school. Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Bahrain and the Western-recognised governments of Libya and Yemen as well as the Maldives cut ties with Doha on 5 June, accusing it of supporting terror groups, including the Islamic State. The countries also denounced Qatars perceived tolerance of Saudi Arabias arch-rival, Iran.

Jun 10, 2017

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Chairman of influential 1922 Committee urges Tory MPs to pull together behind Theresa May

Graham Brady, chairman of the influential backbench parliamentary group the 1922 Committee, has backed Theresa May to remain as UK prime minister. May has come under fire from some corners after the Conservative Party failed to retain their parliamentary majority in the general election on June 8.

Jun 12, 2017

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Parliament's Monsoon Session likely to begin on July 12; set to be stormy with farmers' protests, cattle slaughter ban

The monsoon session of Parliament is likely to begin on July 12 and end on August 10-11. The session is likely to begin five days before the Presidential polls scheduled for July 17.

Jun 13, 2017

Sasha Obama turns 16: Here's a look at Sasha through the years as she celebrates 16th birthday [PHOTOS]

Did you know Sasha Obama's real name is Natasha Obama? Celebrating her 16th birthday, here are a few photos that show how quickly Obama's daughter has grown up.

Jun 13, 2017

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Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams claims any deal between Tories and DUP would be bad for Northern Ireland

Adams said that his party dont believe that any deal between the DUP here and the English Tories will be good for Northern Ireland. He also expressed concern that a deal between the parties could undercut the Good Friday agreement.

Jun 12, 2017

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Watch Donald Trumps really weird first full cabinet meeting

US President Donald Trumps staff took time to praise their boss direction and commitment to the American worker on 12 June during their first full cabinet meeting. The meeting was swiftly mocked online and by Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer of New York, who posted a video skit on Twitter in which his staff showered him with compliments.

Jun 13, 2017

Donald Trump announces withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord: Were getting out

COVFEFE Act would preserve Trump's tweets as official statements

From the incomprehensible "covfefe" to a post labeling fired FBI director James Comey a "leaker," Trump's tweets would be preserved as presidential records if a Democratic lawmaker's proposed COVFEFE Act becomes law.

Jun 13, 2017

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Puerto Ricans talk freedom and Oscar López Rivera at controversial parade

Newsweek spoke with Puerto Ricans, celebrating their heritage at the Puerto Rican Day Parade, on 11 June, 2017 about the controversy surrounding Oscar López Rivera and freedom for Puerto Rico.

Jun 13, 2017

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If farmers' loans can be waived, why not my EMIs?

Waiving farmers' loans has become unofficial state policy which cares little even if the economy perceives danger. But for the salaried middle-class, all such roads are closed.

Jun 13, 2017

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