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Netflix slammed for dropping episode of 'Patriot Act' that criticised Saudi Arabia's account of Khashoggi murder

In the episode, host Hasan Minhaj mocked Saudi Arabia for not being able to explain the disappearance of the journalist from the Kingdom's consulate in Istanbul in October and said it was "the most unbelievable cover story since Blake Shelton won sexiest man alive."

Jan 2, 2019

Tripura CM congratulates Sheikh Hasina on her landslide win in Bangladesh elections

"Congratulations to Sheikh Hasina ji and her party for securing a massive victory in Bangladesh elections. Spoke to her and extended best wishes for her third straight term as the prime minister," Deb tweeted on Monday night.

Jan 1, 2019

Three wounded in Manchester knife attack: UK police

British Transport Police said in a statement that two members of the public and one of its officers was being treated for their injuries.

Jan 1, 2019

Ethiopian staff demand 8 months' salary as IL&FS hostage crisis deepens

The Ethiopian Road Authority has decided to back the demand of the locals after authority met to discuss the issue last week.

Dec 31, 2018

PM Modi congratulates Sheikh Hasina on her reelection as Bangladesh PM

"Spoke to Sheikh Hasina Ji and congratulated her on the resounding victory in the Bangladesh elections," Narendra Modi tweeted.

Dec 31, 2018

Bangladesh PM Hasina scores big election win, opposition claims vote rigged

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's alliance won Bangladesh's election with a thumping majority, the country's Election Commission said early on Monday, giving her a third straight term following a vote that the opposition rejected as rigged.

Dec 31, 2018

Dollar steady; Aussie gains on US-China trade developments

The dollar traded narrowly against its peers on Monday, as risk sentiment remained fragile over heightened concerns of slowing global growth and a partial U.S. government shutdown.

Dec 31, 2018

10 killed in poll-related violence as voting underway in Bangladesh

While Hasina is seeking re-election for a fourth term as the prime minister, her rival ex-premier and BNP chief Khalida Zia, who is reportedly partially paralysed, faces an uncertain future in a Dhaka jail.

Dec 30, 2018

Egyptian forces kill 40 'extremists' after terror attack

Vietnam's Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh said he was "deeply saddened" by the attack.

Dec 30, 2018

5 killed in China coal mine accident

The accident occurred at a coal mine in Longyan city on Friday. Nine people were working in the mine at the time of the accident, five of whom were killed. One was injured and two were rescued while efforts were on to rescue the last remaining miner.

Dec 30, 2018

Samsung Android Pie One UI news: Here's when Galaxy Note9, Note8, S8 series get new update

Android Pie-based OneUI beta testing is underway for Samsung Galaxy Note9 in select global regions.

Dec 30, 2018

Four killed in bombing of tourist bus near Egypt's pyramids

A makeshift explosive device placed next to a wall on Al-Marioteya Road was detonated at 6.15 p.m. as the bus rolled past, according to the interior ministry.

Dec 29, 2018

India commits Rs 4,500 crore to Bhutan's 12th Five-Year Plan

"I have assured the Prime Minister that India will continue to play the role of a trusted friend and partner in Bhutan's development," PM Modi said in a joint address with Tshering.

Dec 29, 2018

Philippines rattled by 6.9 magnitude earthquake, USGS warns of possible tsunami waves

The quake was earlier thought to be of 7.2 magnitude on the Richter scale, but was later downgraded to 6.9. While no casualties or damage to property were reported, the U.S. Geological Survey has warned of possible tsunami waves in the region.

Dec 29, 2018

Get your Apple iPhone battery replaced for reduced service charge before it's too late

Apple is offering $50 rebate on battery replacement and repair service for iPhone 6 and later versions, but the window will close in a few days.

Dec 28, 2018