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China's facial recognition rollout reaches into mobile phones, shops and homes

The MIIT did not say which companies will provide the telecoms providers with these services but China is home to some of the world's leaders in facial recognition software

Dec 3, 2019

US-China trade deal 'stalled because of Hong Kong legislation': Report

The deal was stalled also because time was needed to allow Chinese President Xi Jinping's domestic politics to calm.

Dec 2, 2019

Parliament approves Iraqi PM's resignation after days of anti-government protests

The PM's decision to quit came after a call by Iraq's top Shi'ite Muslim cleric for parliament to consider withdrawing its support for Abdul Mahdi's government to stem the violence.

Dec 2, 2019

As sea engulfs coastline, Indonesians pay high price to shield homes

Indonesia, an archipelago of thousands of islands, has about 81,000 km (50,300 miles) of coastline, making it particularly vulnerable to climate change.

Dec 2, 2019

Hong Kong police fire tear gas as thousands take to the streets in fresh wave of protests

The protest in the bustling shopping district of Tsim Tsa Tsui came after hundreds of people had marched to the US consulate to show "gratitude" for US support for the demonstrations that have roiled the China-ruled financial hub.

Dec 1, 2019

Namibia President Geingob wins second term

Geingob on Saturday defeated independent candidate Panduleni Itula, who received 29.4 per cent.

Dec 1, 2019

Iraq anti-government protesters burn shrine entrance in holy city, PM quitting 'not enough'

The incident took place during one of the bloodiest weeks of Iraq's anti-government unrest, which erupted last month.

Dec 1, 2019

China wants US tariffs rolled back in phase one trade deal: Report

US President Donald Trump said earlier this week that Washington was in the "final throes" of a deal aimed at defusing a 16-month trade war with China.

Dec 1, 2019

Inebriated Hollywood actress makes a surprising request to Prince William at an event?

Reportedly, "The Crown" actress, who portrays Princess Margaret on the hit Netflix show, opened up about the drunken encounter with the Prince.

Nov 30, 2019

Tapeworms in Chinese worker's brain after eating undercooked meat

The man, in his 40s, was suspected to have got the parasites after eating undercooked pork and mutton.

Nov 30, 2019

Uber loses business in London; will not be given license due to 'safety issues'

The cab aggregator was first stripped of its operating license in September 2017 over a "lack of corporate responsibility".

Nov 27, 2019

Kate Middleton winning feud with Meghan Markle; Duchess of Cambridge is Palace favourite?

Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton each have their own approach to their Royal duties and we have to say that recently, Meghan Markle seems to be floundering while Kate Middleton is flourishing.

Nov 27, 2019

'Time to take out our swords': Inside Iran's plot to attack Saudi Arabia

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei approved the operation to attack Saudi Aramco, but with strict conditions: Iranian forces must avoid hitting any civilians or Americans.

Nov 26, 2019

Taiwan ruling party says China 'enemy of democracy' after meddling allegations

Among several allegations levelled, the would-be defector said he had helped guide positive media attention toward certain pro-Beijing politicians, including President Tsai's main opponent, Han Kuo-yu.

Nov 25, 2019

Hong Kong democrats celebrate landslide win in local elections after months of protests

Democratic candidates across the city of 7.4 million people secured more than half of the 452 district council seats for the first time against a pro-establishment opposition.

Nov 25, 2019

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World

China's facial recognition rollout reaches into mobile phones, shops and homes

US-China trade deal 'stalled because of Hong Kong legislation': Report

Parliament approves Iraqi PM's resignation after days of anti-government protests

As sea engulfs coastline, Indonesians pay high price to shield homes

Hong Kong police fire tear gas as thousands take to the streets in fresh wave of protests

Namibia President Geingob wins second term

Iraq anti-government protesters burn shrine entrance in holy city, PM quitting 'not enough'

China wants US tariffs rolled back in phase one trade deal: Report

Inebriated Hollywood actress makes a surprising request to Prince William at an event?

Tapeworms in Chinese worker's brain after eating undercooked meat

Uber loses business in London; will not be given license due to 'safety issues'

Kate Middleton winning feud with Meghan Markle; Duchess of Cambridge is Palace favourite?

'Time to take out our swords': Inside Iran's plot to attack Saudi Arabia

Taiwan ruling party says China 'enemy of democracy' after meddling allegations

Hong Kong democrats celebrate landslide win in local elections after months of protests

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