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New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announces resignation

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key unexpectedly announced his resignation on 5 December, after eight years in charge. Key, who was praised for his leadership after the global financial crisis, cited his family as the main reason for wanting to resign and told reporters he has no immediate plans for the future. Key said he would vote for his deputy and finance minister Bill English to take over, if he decided to stand.

Dec 5, 2016

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New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announces resignation

Dec 5, 2016

Jayalalithaa health update: All about life-saving ECMO device

The AIADMK supremo is on ECMO device for assisted breathing after suffering a cardiac arrest on Sunday.

Dec 5, 2016

Who will be Jayalalithaa's successor? Here's a list of prospective leaders

With the Tamil Nadu CM's health deteriorating, AIADMK is considering possible candidates to replace her position.

Dec 5, 2016

Russia-Pakistan joint military exercises

Russia reassures India on Pakistan, says its relations with Islamabad won't be at the cost of New Delhi

India has made known its displeasure over Russian overtures to Pakistan in defence sector.

Dec 5, 2016

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Pakistan: 11 killed as massive fire breaks out at luxury hotel in Karachi

A massive fire at the Regent Plaza hotel in Karachi, Pakistan has claimed at least 11 lives, while around 75 others have sustained injuries. Three foreigners are believed to be among those injured. Some members of a Pakistani first-class cricket team were also trapped inside the building when the fire started in the early hours on 5 December.

Dec 5, 2016

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Slovakia passes law to ban Islam being registered as a religion

Slovakia has reinforced Prime Minister Ficos words Islam Has No Place In Slovakia by passing a new law.

Dec 5, 2016

Dakota Access Pipeline protests: Army refuses to budge as companies cry foul

The tribe rejoiced after the Army said it would not grant easement, which was criticised by North Dakota leaders and the companies involved.

Dec 5, 2016

Sri Lanka to buy Chinese military transport aircraft Xian Y-20; are they "good workhorses"?

Sri Lanka will become the first export country for Xi'an Aircraft Industrial Corporation's Xian Y-20.

Dec 5, 2016

Economic prosperity in China, India because of US, says Ashton Carter

Outgoing US Defence Secretary Carter's comment that growth in the Asia-Pacific region is due to a "principled and inclusive approach" by the US is set to amuse many.

Dec 5, 2016