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Good Friday 2015: 16 Bible Verses to Understand Why Jesus Died on the Cross

The day Jesus died on the cross is celebrated as Good Friday.

Apr 2, 2015

Mixed-race Miss Universe Japan draws internet abuse

Ariana Miyamoto hadnt planned on entering a Japanese beauty contest because she thought her mixed-race origins meant she couldnt win.

Apr 2, 2015

China: Video of terrifying moment strong winds slam elevated platform into Shanghai skyscraper

Amateur video shows gale force winds blow the two window cleaners flying back and forth through the air.

Apr 2, 2015

Election 2015: Everything you need to know in 60 seconds

Watch IBTimes UK handy video guide to the 2015 general election

Apr 2, 2015

Holy Week 2015: Where to Watch Pope Francis Live on Good Friday, Easter Sunday Mass [VIDEOS]

Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church, will mark the important days in the Vatican City.

Apr 2, 2015

Yemen foreign minister: Former President Saleh main problem, not Houthis

Yemen’s main problem is not the Houthi fighters who have taken control of much of the country but their ally, former president Ali Abdullah Saleh, whose forces are better trained and armed, the countrys foreign minister said on 1 April.

Apr 2, 2015

Kenya: Who are Al-Shabaab Militants, the Garissa University Attackers?

The terrorist group once shared close ties with al-Qaeda.

Apr 2, 2015

Ashok Khemka has Support in Form of Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij

The IAS officer was earlier transferred for the 45th time in his career.

Apr 2, 2015

Shocking video shows Afghan suicide attack that killed 17

A suicide bomber blew himself up in the middle of a demonstration against corruption in Afghanistans eastern province of Khost on 2 April, killing 17 people and injuring at least 50 more, government officials said.

Apr 2, 2015

Telangana: 'Burglars' Open Fire on Policemen; Kill 2

Police suspect that the culprits hail from Odisha.

Apr 2, 2015

Thailand: Martial Law Lifted, But Military Still Retains Broad Powers

A security clause in the country's interim constitution will mean the military will retain broad powers.

Apr 2, 2015

Political Times: Pledges galore, a Cleggxit and Joey Essex in Westminster

IBTimes UK senior political reporter Ian Silvera rounds up the week in Westminster.

Apr 2, 2015

Rights group applauds Arkansas governors rejection of religion bill

A group of human rights activists rallied outside the state capitol building in Little Rock, Arkansas on 1 April, against a bill they say allows people to use religion as a basis for discrimination.

Apr 2, 2015

Twitterati Criticise Nandita Das over 'All Men are Rapists' Remark; Actress Says She was 'Falsely Quoted'

The hashtag NanditaDasQuotes is being used to mock at AAP, Rahul Gandhi and many others on Twitter.

Apr 2, 2015

Willing to Pay for Giriraj Singh's 'Mental' Treatment: Raj Babbar

The actor-turned-politician also says that BJP should introspect whether it wants such leaders.

Apr 2, 2015