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Turkish president meets opposition amid judicial row

Turkey's president Abdullah Gul met Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday after holding talks with opposition leaders on the embattled premier's controversial bid to curb judges' powers. Duration: 00:52

Jan 14, 2014

Belgian tobacconists expecting boost in French custom

On the Belgian side of the Franco-Belgian border, tobacconists are expecting a boost in French custom following a rise in the cost of cigarettes which came into force in France on Monday. Duration: 00:43

Jan 14, 2014

Ford unveils aluminum-clad F-150 pickup at auto show

Ford took a big gamble Monday with its best-selling F-150 pickup truck, radically re-dressing the workhorse with lightweight aluminum body panels to cut weight and save fuel. Duration: 01:06

Jan 14, 2014

US, Russia urge 'local ceasefires' before Syria talks

US Secretary of State John Kerry and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov call for "localised ceasefires" in Syria ahead of peace talks later this month in Switzerland. Duration: 01:04

Jan 14, 2014

India's last polio case, now leading normal life in Kolkata

India will soon be certified as polio-free as it marks three years since its last reported case --an 18-month-old girl in a Kolkata slum. Duration: 00:28

Jan 13, 2014

UN's Ban urges Iraq to suspend use of death penalty

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday urged Iraqi leaders to place a moratorium on the death penalty. The suggestion met a cool response from Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki. Duration: 00:29

Jan 13, 2014

No Palestinian tears for Sharon as they watch funeral

Palestinians in Gaza City on Monday watched the funeral for former Israeli premier Ariel Sharon in cafes and discussed his impact on Palestinian life. Duration: 00:37

Jan 13, 2014

Mercedes kicks off Detroit Auto Show with C Class unveiling

Mercedes Benz makes one of the first big unveilings of the North American International Auto Show, with the world premiere of its new C Class sedan. Duration: 00:58

Jan 13, 2014

Morocco Berbers mark New Year, call for national holiday

Thirty months after winning official recognition for their ancient Amazigh-language in a new constitution, Morocco's Berbers are pushing for January 13, when they celebrate their New Year, to be made a public holiday. Duration: 00:57

Jan 13, 2014

ECB reveals new 10-euro notes featuring mythical god Europa

The European Central Bank revealed on Monday the new 10-euro banknotes including a portrait of the Greek mythological figure of Europa that will come into circulation from late September. Duration: 01:31

Jan 13, 2014

Egypt Brotherhood charities struggle amid crackdown

A crackdown by Egypt's authorities on the Muslim Brotherhood has left hundreds of Islamic charities struggling for funds, but the move could backfire during this week's referendum on a new constitution. Duration: 01:04

Jan 13, 2014

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NSA Reforms - What is President Obama Going to do This Friday

The changes or the so-called National Security Agency reforms will be announced by the US president in his 17 January speech, where he will publicly declare the measures that will bring about a change in the way NSA functions.

Jan 13, 2014

Prashant Bhushan's press meet disrupted by man shouting 'traitor'

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): A press conference being held by Aam Aadmi Party leader Prashant Bhushan was disrupted today by a man who identified himself as Vishnu Gupta. The protestor shouted angry slogans against Mr Bhushan, describing him as a "traitor" for his recent remarks on Kashmir.

Jan 13, 2014

Sufi saint's mausoleum attracts devotees from different religions

Aurangabad, Jan 13 (ANI): India is known for its amazing diversity. People from different religions not only stay here with peace and brotherhood but also respect each other's cultural beliefs. Mausoleum of Hazrat Khwaja Sheikh Burahuddin situated in Aurangabad city of India's western state of Maharashtra is an example such unity and harmony between different communities. Devotees belonging to different communities together throng the mausoleum to worship the saint and attain his blessings. Hazrat Khwaja's Urs acts as a confluence for different faiths, and showcases brotherhood and harmony between different communities.

Jan 13, 2014

Humanity fades religious barriers

Jammu and Kashmir, Jan 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir, the northern most state of India is known for its pristine beauty. It is also known for amity between the many communities present here. Here, a Blanket Fair is organized every year in the premises of Narsingh Temple situated 50 kilometers from Samba district of Jammu. People belonging to different communities sell and buy blankets at reasonable prices. Blanket fair or Rathkhada fair as it is popularly known is famous for the fine quality of woolen sold here. From hand woven shawls to machine made ones all were sold and bought here by people belonging to different faiths. The blanket fair is yet another example of the spirit of tolerance and acceptances of differences in the country, which has helped in the evolution of a composite culture.

Jan 13, 2014