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September 2, 2017 5:21 AM

Angela Merkel warns Turkey that Berlin could re-examine its policies

German Chancellor Angela Merkel today warned Turkey that Berlin could re-examine its policies after the arrest of two more citizens in Turkey for political reasons.<br/>&apos;<br/>The latest arrests bring the total number of German political prisoners in Turkish custody to 12 at a time w...

September 2, 2017 5:19 AM

Russia urges United States to negotiate deal with North Korea to avert war

Russia's foreign minister today urged the United States to negotiate a deal with North Korea to avert war, voicing concern that tensions might spiral out of control.<br/>&apos;<br/>Referring to the US, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said today that the one who is smarter and stronge...

September 1, 2017 8:24 PM

Somalia: Al Shabaab bomb kills 12 in Puntland

In Somalia, an Al Shabaab bomb attack killed 12 people, including five soldiers, in Puntland region today. The Puntland military said, the explosions hit Af-Urur, south of the city of Bossaso. <br/><br/>Af-Urur is near the Galgala hills, an area controlled by al Shabaab Islamists who hav...

September 1, 2017 7:50 PM

China passes safety law for operators of nuclear power plants

China, which has the largest number of nuclear power plants, today passed a nuclear safety law to ensure the safe use of nuclear energy. The legislation was adopted after a third reading at the bi-monthly session of the Standing Committee of National People's Congress, the top legislative body....

September 1, 2017 7:28 PM

Nepal: More than 300 infected with swine flu in Chitwan

More than 300 people have tested positive for swine flu in Chitwan district of Nepal. According to District Public Health Office Vector Controller, 309 of the total 380 patients who underwent tests for swine flu tested positive. <br/><br/>Their samples were sent to Kathmandu for further ...

September 1, 2017 7:14 PM

Kenya Supreme Court annuls result of presidential polls

Kenya's Supreme Court has annulled the result of last month's presidential election, citing irregularities, and ordered a new one within 60 days. The ruling makes Kenya the first African country where an opposition court challenge against presidential poll results has been successful. <...

September 1, 2017 4:45 PM

US ban on North Korea travel comes into force

Washington's ban on US citizens travelling to North Korea came into force today, with the two countries at loggerheads over Pyongyang's weapons ambitions. The measure was imposed following the death of student Otto Warmbier, 22, in June, a few days after he was sent home in a mysterious co...

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