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'Former Pakistan Minister raped me and ex-PM Gilani molested': Cynthia Ritchie, American Blogger

Cynthia D. Ritchie, an American blogger based in Pakistan, has alleged that she was "raped" in 2011 by the country's then-"Interior Minister Rehman Malik" and accused former PM Yousaf Raza Gillani of physically manhandling her.

Jun 6, 2020

Knife attack in China kindergarten injures 37 students, 2 adults; probe underway

A security guard carried out the attack at the kindergarten affiliated to the central school of Wangfu Township in Cangwu County.

Jun 4, 2020

Ertuğrul: Kashmiri parents naming newborns after Turkish blockbuster series

In view of Diriliş Ertuğrul's immense popularity, parents in Kashmir are now naming their newborns after the lead character of the Turkish drama. Despite erratic internet speed and the Covid-19 lockdown, here's how people in the Valley find solace in the show.

Jun 3, 2020

"Peeping Tom" who confessed to installing cameras in the women's bathroom at KBS Research building released?

In a police investigation, Mr. A was said to have generally admitted allegations of illegally filming using cameras.

Jun 2, 2020

Congo confirms new Ebola epidemic, 4 dead

Health Minister Eteni Longondo also confirmed four deaths from the new Ebola epidemic today.

Jun 1, 2020

Did British Royal Family assassinate Princess Diana? 'Anonymous' claims to have evidence to prove this

The claims made by hacking group 'Anonymous' have now gone viral on online spaces, and netizens are urging them to unfold the mysteries surrounding Diana's death

Jun 1, 2020

Explained: Nepal and India dispute over controversial new border map

Nepalese Law minister Shivamaya Tumbahangphe tabled a Constitution amendment bill in Parliament that would alter the Himalayan nation's map bill. Recently, Nepal released new political and administrative map claiming Indian Territories including Lipulekh, Kalapani and Limpiyadhura.

May 31, 2020

Warehousing protocols must change with COVID-19; vital suggestions

In a post Coronavirus era, the warehousing sector must consider a few precautionary measures to ensure safety and efficiency. In this piece, I weigh in on this vital topic with some inputs.

May 30, 2020

China's Xi Jinping urges military to scale up battle preparedness amid coronavirus pandemic

In the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), President Xi Jinping said China would step up its preparedness for armed combat due to coronavirus impact on national security.

May 27, 2020

Hong Kong's leader says security laws will not affect city's rights and freedoms

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said on Tuesday that Beijing's proposed national security laws would not trample on the city's rights and freedoms and called on its citizens to wait to see the details of the legislation.

May 26, 2020

Father of deceased PIA pilot rejects probe, calls Imran Khan Government 'Untrustworthy'

The report which was made public on Monday and highlighted that before the national carrier's PK-8303 tragedy on Friday happened, the pilot was warned thrice but he ignored.

May 26, 2020

Hacker claims having Shopify, 3 crypto wallets data; companies deny

A hacker has claimed to have three large databases of private information of at least 80,000 customers. Companies deny, but customers are worried.

May 25, 2020

Taiwan to provide 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

The Hong Kong protests have won widespread sympathy in Taiwan, and the support for the protesters by Tsai and her administration have worsened.

May 25, 2020

Thailand conducts Covid-19 vaccine trials on monkeys after positive trials in mice

The Thai vaccine is being developed by the National Vaccine Institute, the Department of Medical Science and Chulalongkorn University's vaccine research centre.

May 24, 2020

'There was smoke everywhere': PIA crash survivours recount horror

Pakistan's Bank of Punjab Chief Executive Officer, Zafar Masud and another passenger, Muhammad Zubair survived with relatively minor injuries after the plane crashed in a residential area near the Karachi Airport on Friday, May 23.

May 23, 2020