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South Korean Buddhist monk tries to set himself on fire [Graphic image]

He was demanding the resignation of current president Park Geun-hye over the inadequate deal she struck with Japan over the "comfort women" issue.

Jan 8, 2017

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Syria bomb blast: Suspected ISIS terror attack kills at least 60 in rebel-held Azaz

Islamic State has tried several times to take the Syrian town it originally held in 2013; Azaz is currently a major stronghold of Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army.

Jan 8, 2017

China smog, smog, pollution, Beijing, China,

Antibiotic resistance: How to make sure that you aren't at risk of losing ability to kill bacterial growth

At least 10 million people will die by 2050 due to antibiotic resistance.

Jan 7, 2017

How crackdown on violent crimes in Brazil has led to more prison deaths

At least 31 prisoners were killed in a Brazil prison on Friday.

Jan 7, 2017

Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov

Admiral Kuznetsov leaves Syria, as Russian drawdown could see drums of war banging in Eastern Europe

Russia is certainly not going to pull all its forces out of Syria, and Assad can expect a hefty contingent of warplanes, specialists, and advisors to remain

Jan 7, 2017

Watch: Chilean government declassifies UFO encounter details after 2 years [VIDEO]

In a rare instance, the government agency of Chile has confirmed that one of its helicopters encountered an "Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon".

Jan 7, 2017

China bans Tibetans from attending Buddhist ceremony in Bodh Gaya

China has dismissed the 34th Kalachakra initiation at Bodhgaya as a "political tool".

Jan 6, 2017

Pakistan army chief says country is ready to handle any Indian aggression; says no 'surgical strike' took place

Pakistan's new army chief, Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa, said his country is fully ready to tackle India's 'aggression'.

Jan 6, 2017

Nawaz Sharif praises Burhan Wani again, also raises Kashmir issue

The remarks go against the many others by the Pakistani prime minister about how his country is a victim of terrorism, and is against terrorists.

Jan 5, 2017

China would help Pakistan in building nuclear arsenal if India doesn't cool "missile fever"

"The range of Pakistan's nuclear missiles will also see an increase," says Chinese state media.

Jan 5, 2017

Watch: Is the Real Housewives of ISIS skit by BBC 2 as insensitive as cancelled sitcom on Hitler? [VIDEO]

The BBC is drawing ire from all over for the sketch The Real Housewives of ISIS, which is part of BBC 2's TV programme Revolting.

Jan 5, 2017

Quadrantids Meteor Shower 2017: Timings, Locations and Live Streaming link!

The Quadrantids Meteor Shower will be the first astronomical event marking the beginning of 2017! The meteor shower will take place on the night of January 3 and 4.

Jan 3, 2017

Russian ships head to the Philippines for a naval exercise...but is there a larger game afoot?

As President Rodrigo Duterte flutters his eyelashes at China, Russia and its macho president Vladimir Putin are all up for a geopolitical ménage à trois.

Jan 3, 2017

Istanbul nightclub attack: 2 foreigners detained at airport

At least 12 people have been arrested over the attack at Reina nightclub.

Jan 3, 2017

Japan's bizarre New Year's tradition claims two lives...AGAIN!

'Mochi' rice cakes are a glutinous specialty made out of pounded steamed rice Japanese eat to mark the beginning of the new year.

Jan 3, 2017

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South Korean Buddhist monk tries to set himself on fire [Graphic image]

Syria bomb blast: Suspected ISIS terror attack kills at least 60 in rebel-held Azaz

Antibiotic resistance: How to make sure that you aren't at risk of losing ability to kill bacterial growth

How crackdown on violent crimes in Brazil has led to more prison deaths

Admiral Kuznetsov leaves Syria, as Russian drawdown could see drums of war banging in Eastern Europe

Watch: Chilean government declassifies UFO encounter details after 2 years [VIDEO]

China bans Tibetans from attending Buddhist ceremony in Bodh Gaya

Pakistan army chief says country is ready to handle any Indian aggression; says no 'surgical strike' took place

Nawaz Sharif praises Burhan Wani again, also raises Kashmir issue

China would help Pakistan in building nuclear arsenal if India doesn't cool "missile fever"

Watch: Is the Real Housewives of ISIS skit by BBC 2 as insensitive as cancelled sitcom on Hitler? [VIDEO]

Quadrantids Meteor Shower 2017: Timings, Locations and Live Streaming link!

Russian ships head to the Philippines for a naval exercise...but is there a larger game afoot?

Istanbul nightclub attack: 2 foreigners detained at airport

Japan's bizarre New Year's tradition claims two lives...AGAIN!

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh