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Duterte takes full responsibility for consequences of martial law in Philippines

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has taken full responsibility for soldiers actions on Mindanao island. He declared martial law on the island currently engulfed in fighting between soldiers and Islamist militants. Duterte warned soldiers not to rape women and told them to shoot anyone resisting arrest. Human rights groups warn martial law could lead to abuse by security forces. Isis-affiliated extremists took control of parts of the city of Marawi earlier in the week. At least 80 people have been killed in the fighting so far and many civilians have been displaced.

May 27, 2017

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We asked Americans if they knew who Theresa May is

We asked people in New York City if they know who Prime Minister Theresa May is. This is what they said.

May 27, 2017

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Watch cow stuck in drain charge at rescuers after being freed

A cow showed little appreciation for its rescuers after being pulled out of a drainage hole by firefighters in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Eventually, the men from the St. Lucie County Fire District managed to pull the animal to safety and it promptly charged at the nearest firefighter. Luckily, nobody was injured and the cow quickly recovered from its ordeal.

May 27, 2017

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Kerala unites to protest ban on sale of cattle for slaughter; CM Pinarayi Vijayan leads the way

Chorus of people cutting across political parties in Kerala gets louder with many coming forward to express incongruity of the ban on the sale of cattle for slaughter.

May 27, 2017

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Blooming bromance between Justin Trudeau and Emmanuel Macron at G7 summit

The first meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and French President Emmanuel Macron finally took place, and Twitter users everywhere cheered as the two leaders shook hands and took a stroll under the Sicilian sun in Taormina.

May 27, 2017

Amid IT layoffs, is there a minor H1-B visa rule relaxation on the cards?

The US House of Representatives has seen the reintroduction of a bill that looks to relax the country's currently strict H1-B visa rules, but only for a select few professionals. Read to know what they are, and how they can stem IT layoffs.

May 27, 2017

Portland train stabbing: 2 killed, 1 injured by man hurling racial abuses at Muslim women

The incident happened on a Metropolitan Area Express (MAX) light-rail train in Portland, Oregon, and the attacker was later arrested by the police.

May 27, 2017

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Kerala beefs up sentiment against cattle slaughter ban; Mollywood celebrities demand end to food fascism

According to a government notification, calves, cows, buffaloes and camels can only be sold to farmers now.

May 27, 2017

Kerala to challenge Central government ban on cattle sale for slaughter in court

A day after the Central government banned the sale of cattle for slaughter, it has emerged that the Kerala government is mulling legal options against the law. Read to know more.

May 27, 2017

Sri Lanka landslides, floods death toll rises to 91; over 100 missing

Soldiers are engaged in rescue operations in boats and helicopters after torrential rains forced hundreds of people from their homes in Sri Lanka.

May 27, 2017

Shashi Tharoor files defamation case against Republic TV, triggers another 'farrago'-like hunt with 'calumny'

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has filed a complaint against Republic TV for reports trying to link him to the death of his wife Sunanda Pushkar. But it's his new "farrago" that's getting more attention! Read to know more.

May 27, 2017

Indian Army kills Burhan Wani 'successor' Sabzar Bhat in Kashmir; foiled infiltration bids

Indian Army on Saturday foiled an infiltration bid in the Rampur sector of the Kathua district of J&K, killing six terrorists. It also engaged three terrorists in the Samui Tral sector, killing two of them. Read to know more.

May 27, 2017

Modi started on May 26; Nehru stopped on May 27: The month is such a leveller in Indian politics

It was just a day short of the 50th death anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru on May 27, 2014, that Narendra Modi began his journey as another popular prime minister of India. Is he on way to eclipse his champion predecessor?

May 27, 2017

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Rex Tillerson: US takes full responsibility for Manchester attack leaks

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson in London following the diplomatic row over information on the Manchester attacker leaked to journalists by US officials. During the press conference Johnson also attacked Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn for his criticism on the UKs involvement in foreign wars calling the comments monstrous.

May 26, 2017

Rahul Gandhi to be Congress president soon, says RPN Singh

RPN Singh has said that Rahul Gandhi will assume the post of Congress president soon, replacing his mother Sonia Gandhi. Read to know when this is happening, and what its ramifications are.

May 26, 2017

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