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Jeralean Talley, worlds oldest-known person, dies at 116

Jeralean Talley, the worlds oldest-known person, has died in Michigan 26 days after her 116th birthday, a family spokeswoman said on Thursday (18 June).

Jun 19, 2015

Malwani Hooch Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 35; 3 Arrested for Supplying Toxic Alcohol

Akka, the woman who allegedly supplied the spurious liquor, is on the run.

Jun 19, 2015

EU Referendum: Five ways your life will change if Britain leaves the EU

Here are the five most likely changes for Brits if a Brexit takes place.

Jun 19, 2015

Vigils held across the US cities for Charleston shooting victims

There was an outpouring of support across the United States as vigils convene at churches from Los Angeles to Denver on Thursday (18 June), a day after nine black people were shot dead during a Bible study at a historic African-American church in South Carolina.

Jun 19, 2015

Martin Schulz tells Britain: In Europe the solution comes from compromise

European Parliament President Martin Schulz on Thursday (18 June) urged Britain to choose compromise over confrontation, as Prime Minister David Cameron tries to renegotiate UKs ties with the EU before holding an in-out membership referendum by the end of 2017.

Jun 19, 2015

Chinese Father had 15 College-going 'Girlfriends'; Charged with Fraud

Tian also conned the young girls out of 350,000 yuan over a period of four years

Jun 19, 2015

In Focus: The fight for Raif Badawis freedom

It is now three years since Saudi Arabian blogger Raif Badawi was arrested and sentenced to ten years in prison and 1,000 lashes after being charged with insulting Islam.

Jun 19, 2015

Pakistani TV Channel Lauds Jayalalithaa's Free Rice Scheme for Mosques During Ramzan

The J Jayalalithaa government provides about 4,500 tonnes of rice to 3,000 mosques during Ramzan.

Jun 19, 2015

'Jon Stewart for President' Call Fans After 'The Daily Show' Monologue on Charleston Shooting

Jon Stewart did an eye-opening monologue on the terrorist attack in Charleston church, which mainstream media is trying to shrug off as a crazy man's actions.

Jun 19, 2015

Hijacked Malaysian Oil Tanker Released, Pirates Escape

The Orkim Harmony, hijacked by pirates on June 11, is now being escorted by the navy to Malaysia's Kuantan Port.

Jun 19, 2015

Bhagavad Gita Now in China: Chinese Version Released During Yoga Festival

PM Modi had said that the Bhagavad Gita was becoming increasingly popular with the Chinese.

Jun 19, 2015

Ramadan 2015: How First Day of the Islamic Holy Month was Observed Around the World [PHOTOS]

Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, is the sacred period when Muslims engage in prayers and fasting.

Jun 19, 2015

Mumbai Rains: IMD Sounds High Tide Alert; Schools to Remain Shut

The high tide of around 4m in height is expected at around 2 pm.

Jun 19, 2015

#MumbaiRains: Twitterati Show What Mumbai Looks Like after Downpour [PHOTOS]

Mumbaiites have been advised to stay indoors.

Jun 19, 2015

AIPMT 2015: SC Extends Time for Retest; Directs CBSE to Declare Results by 17 August

CBSE had told the Supreme Court on Thursday that conducting re-examination within four weeks is impossible.

Jun 19, 2015