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Donald Trump: US becoming a â€˜third-world countryâ€™

Fresh off his primary win in New Hampshire, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump set his sights on South Carolina, on 10 February, the next state to hold a primary. While Trump had been expected to win New Hampshires nominating contest, he swamped the Republican field by almost 20 points, demonstrating that his passionate, anti-establishment supporters could be relied on to show up and vote when it counts.

Feb 11, 2016

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EU referendum: Lib Dem leader Tim Farron warns of Brexit

The NHS could be put under further pressure if the UK broke away from the EU, Tim Farron has suggested. The Liberal Democrat warned that elderly ex-pats, forced to return to Britain after a split from Brussels, would place a significant strain on public services.

Feb 11, 2016

Indian, US defence officials deny reports of dialogues on naval patrol in South China Sea

Reuters had cited a US military official as saying talks between India and the US included plans to launch joint naval patrols in the South China Sea.

Feb 11, 2016

US Senate approves fresh sanctions to cut off North Korea's funds

North Korea recently launched a rocket and tested a nuclear weapon, flouting UN sanctions.

Feb 11, 2016

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London black cab protest: Watch thousands of drivers stage safety protest in Whitehall

The demonstration comes after Transport for London rejected a number of proposed regulations.

Feb 10, 2016

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Nato set to boost eastern defence amid Russian â€˜aggressionâ€™

Backed by an increase in US military spending, Nato plans to boost its presence in eastern Europe to respond to any aggression from Russia, Nato Secretary General chief Jens Stoltenberg said on 10 February.

Feb 10, 2016

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New Hampshire primary: Trump pledges to be â€˜best jobs president God createdâ€™

Riding a wave of voter anger at traditional politicians, billionaire Donald Trump won New Hampshires Republican presidential nominating contest on 9 February. Trump congratulated other candidates in the race but promised to soon return to his pugnacious approach. Tomorrow: boom, boom, he said, shadow boxing while his supporters cheered.

Feb 10, 2016

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New Hampshire primary: Bernie Sanders victory â€˜sends a messageâ€™

US Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders thanked his opponent Hillary Clinton during his victory speech after the New Hampshire primary on 9 February. Secretary Clinton called and was very gracious in her congratulations, I thank her for her call and I congratulate her and her supporters for the vigorous campaign they ran in New Hampshire, Sanders said.

Feb 10, 2016

Hema Malini to retain government land bought for Rs 70,000 despite fresh allotment policy

Actor and BJP MP Hema Malini was recently given a high-value government land in Andheri for Rs 70,000.

Feb 10, 2016

India, US in talks to conduct joint patrols in South China Sea: Report

A US military official told Reuters that the talks included plans to launch joint naval patrols within this year.

Feb 10, 2016

US Election 2016: Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders win New Hampshire primaries

Ohio Governor John Kasich followed Trump in the Republican race in New Hampshire, leaving behind Iowa winner Ted Cruz.

Feb 10, 2016

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Bernie Sanders supporter faints at New Hampshire rally

A woman collapsed at a rally for US Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders on 8 February. The incident happened mid-way through his speech in Derry, New Hampshire, one day before the nations first primary contest.

Feb 9, 2016

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North Korea: Parade and fireworks celebrate rocket launch

North Koreans celebrated their controversial long-range rocket launch on 8 February with a vast parade and fireworks display. State-run television KRT showed video of thousands of Pyongyang citizens and soldiers along with high-ranking government officials attending the rally in the capital, the day after it launched a long-range rocket carrying what North Korea has called a satellite. Also broadcast by KRT was footage of North Koreans watching the about 10-minute-long fireworks display at Kim Il Sung square but their leader Kim Jong Un was not seen at the event.

Feb 8, 2016

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