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The top court ordered a halt to preparations for snap elections. (Photo: File)

Sri Lanka SC overturns dissolution of Parliament by President Sirisena

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The decision was the latest dramatic twist in the crisis that has gripped Sri Lanka since Sirisena sacked PM Wickremesinghe.

Trump has hailed his July summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as having opened the way to denuclearization of the divided peninsula, defusing tensions that less than a year ago brought the two countries to the brink of conflict. (Photo: File)

North Korea has been hiding 13-20 nuclear missile bases, US researchers say

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Researchers say the bases, which are scattered across country, are located in underground facilities tunneled in narrow mountain valleys.

The former first couple got engaged in 1991 and tied the knot on October 3, 1992. (Photo: AP)

'Have sought marriage counselling with husband', says Michelle Obama

Khashoggi, a critic of de facto Saudi ruler Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was killed in Saudi Arabia's Istanbul consulate last month in a hit which Erdogan says was ordered at the 'highest levels' of the Saudi government. (Photo: File)

'Saudi officer heard Khashoggi murder audio, shocked': Turkey President

Aung San Suu Kyi was globally hailed as a freedom fighter who stood up to her country's feared military junta while spending 15 years under house arrest. (Photo: File)

Amnesty International strips Aung San Suu Kyi of highest honour

Stan Lee, known for his distinctive tinted glasses and impish grin, frequently appeared at fan events where he was revered. (Photo: AP)

Stan Lee, creator of Spider-Man, X-Men and Marvel comic legend, dies at 95

A military official in Hodeida confirmed seven civilians had died, without giving further details. (Representational image | AP)

149 people killed in 24 hours in clashes in Yemen's Hodeida: medics, military

Sirisena dissolved Parliament on November 9 and announced snap polls on January 5 next year after it became evident that he did not have enough support in the House. (Photo: File)

Key Lankan parties, EC member move Supreme Court against President Sirisena

After the clash erupted, sirens were reported in southern Israel indicating possible rocket fire from the Gaza Strip. (Representational image | AFP)

Deadly clash during Israeli military operation in Gaza kills seven

Heads of states and world leaders attend ceremonies at the Arc de Triomphe Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018 in Paris. (Photo: AP)

'Patriotism is opposite of nationalism,' says Macron, Trump by his side

'Camp Fire' is the largest and most destructive of several infernos that have forced 250,000 people to flee and razed 6,400 homes in Paradise, effectively wiping the town off the map. (Photo: AFP)

California wildfire Death toll matches deadliest ever at 29, likely to rise

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WhatsApp to delete your data

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Women more likely to suffer from depression due to obesity than men: study

A study found that high BMI makes people more likely to be depressed (Photo: AFP)

To treat or not to treat: Here are the right ways to feed your dog a treat

In order to ensure that you are doing the right thing and treating them the right way, here are some measures to keep in mind. (Photo: Pixabay)

VVS Laxman hails Rohit Sharma captaincy credentials in Virat Kohli's absence

Rohit ended the series as the second highest run-getter behind opening partner Shikhar Dhawan and his fourth T20I hundred in Lucknow was a treat to watch for many. (Photo: PTI)

Woman sues ex-boyfriend after his long penis 'stretched her vagina'

It is still unknown how large Silindile alleges her ex's penis is. (Photo: AFP)

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross ‘Jonty Rhodes 30’ limited-run pick-up launched

Accessory kit available to both existing and new owners of the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross.

Here are things to consider before getting your first tattoo

Celebrity tattoo artists, Vikas and Mickey Malani, Co-founders of BodyCanvas.

Remembering Stan Lee: Here are Marvel icon's most inspiring quotes

The more you read, the better you’re going to become as a storyteller — Stan Lee. (Photo: AP)

Apple’s iPhone XS Max on iOS 12.1 gets Jailbreak

Not every hacker/developer who Jailbreaks into Apple’s devices usually give out their methods.

Arjun Kapoor wraps India's Most Wanted, writes story of unsung hero needs to be told

Arjun Kapoor and Raj Kumar Gupta on the sets of India's Most Wanted.

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Activists march to protest the Trump administration's approach to illegal border crossings and separation of children from immigrant parents, Saturday, June 30, 2018, in Washington. (Photo: AP)

Protesters flood US cities to fight Donald Trump immigration policy

Protesters flood US cities to fight Donald Trump immigration policy

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Activists march to protest the Trump administration's approach to illegal border crossings and separation of children from immigrant parents, Saturday, June 30, 2018, in Washington. (Photo: AP)

Protesters flood US cities to fight Donald Trump immigration policy

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un and US President Donald Trump during their first meeting at the Capella resort on Sentosa Island Tuesday, June 12, 2018 in Singapore. (Photo: AP)

Donald Trump-Kim Jong Un in Singapore for the historic summit

Leaders of member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SOC) from left Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Tajikistan President Imomali Rakhmon, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain sign an agreements for the SOC summit in Qingdao in eastern China's Shandong Province, Sunday, June 10, 2018. (Photo: AP)

PM Modi attends 18th Shanghai Cooperation Organization in China's Qingdao

The fiery volcanic eruption in south-central Guatemala killed scores as rescuers struggled to reach people where homes and roads were charred and blanketed with ash.

In Photos: Stories of destruction at wake of Volcano of Fire in Guatemala

Neighbours

The SLPP was formed last year by Rajapaksa's supporters to create a platform for his re-entry into politics. The party in February's local council election won two-third of the total 340 seats. (Photo: File)

Rajapaksa ends 50-yr association with Sirisena's party, joins newly-formed SLPP

Sri Lankan Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said he wanted a floor test in parliament to resolve the issue of two prime ministers in the country which arose following the sacking of Ranil Wickremesinghe and replacing him with Mahinda Rajapaksa. (Photo: File | AFP)

Sri Lankan Speaker Jayasuriya presses for floor test to resolve political crisis

Jayasuriya says majority of parliamentarians view the change in PM as unconstitutional and in a letter to diplomats and foreign missions, said some of them were offered bribes and ministerial jobs to support the new government. (Photo: File)

Sri Lanka has suffered 'coup without guns', says Speaker Karu Jayasuriya

Ousted Sri Lankan PM's official home becomes symbol of power struggle Aasia Bibi’s husband seeks Donald Trump’s help Tamil prisoners may be released to tilt scales in favour of Lanka PM Rajapaksa

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Asia

The pile-up occurred on Saturday after a heavy truck lost control and crashed into a line of vehicles waiting at a toll station on the Lanzhou-Haikou Expressway. (Photo: AP)

China: 15 killed after truck loses control, crashes into vehicles at toll station

Saudi Arabia has faced a torrent of international condemnation over the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. (Photo: File | AFP)

Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s body was dissolved after murder: Turkish official

Rescuers conduct search operation in the waters of Ujung Karawang, West Java, Indonesia after a Lion Air plane crashed into the sea. (Photo: AP)

Pilot of crashed Lion Air plane made distress call from same jet on previous flight

Asked about India's protest, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said he was not aware of India's diplomatic protest. 'But on the issue of Kashmir, China's position is clear cut. We made it clear many times,' he said. (Photo: AFP | File)

Bus service through PoK doesn't change our stand on Kashmir: China

'We saw belongings such as life jackets, pants, clothes scattered on the seabed,' Syaugi said. 'We believe the fuselage will be around there, we hope that our target can be found.' (Photo: File)

Lion Air crash search finds debris, belongings on seafloor

Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev signed the document published on the government's press service that called for Russian assets of 322 Ukrainian citizens and 68 businesses to be frozen. (Photo: AP | File)

Russia slaps sanctions on Ukraine politicians, businesses

Moon later suggested that the trip was likely to happen this year, and told lawmakers Thursday that the peninsula was approaching 'the historic starting line' for peace. (Photo: AP | File)

Kim Jong-Un to visit Seoul soon, says South Korea President

The black box was recovered from among debris in the mud on the sea floor. (Photo: File)

Black box of crashed Lion Air plane found by Indonesia divers: reports

Middle East

"Fourteen civilians, including five children under the age of 18, were killed in the coalition air raids on the villages of Hajin, Sousa and Al-Shaafa" in eastern Deir Ezzor province, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said. (Representational image | AP)

5 children among civilians killed in US-led coalition strike in Syria: Monitor

Khan is in Saudi Arabia for the second time this month seeking to shore up financial aid as the country reels from a looming balance of payments crisis. (Photo: File)

Will reach out to India again after 2019 elections, says Imran Khan

Erdogan added he still wanted answers on numerous issues including 'who gave orders' to the team and where the corpse is. (Photo: AFP | File)

Khashoggi murder 'planned', Saudi suspects tampered with cameras: Erdogan

Saudi hosts investment forum under Khashoggi shadow 'I am not jihadi John': German ISIS 'shoemaker' pleads to come home Turkey vows 'nothing will remain secret' in Khashoggi murder case

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America

President Donald Trump watches as a White House aide reaches to take away a microphone from CNN journalist Jim Acosta during a news conference. (Photo: AP)

CNN sues White House for barring its reporter

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Dhaka and Naypyidaw have agreed last month to begin by mid-November the repatriation of hundreds of thousands of Rohingya Muslims. (Representational image | AFP)

US seeks voluntary, dignified return of Rohingyas from Bangladesh to Myanmar

Mike Pompeo has previously said Khashoggi's killing 'violates the norms of international law,' and that the US was reviewing possible sanctions on individuals identified as having been involved. (Photo: File | AFP)

Will hold Jamal Khashoggi's killers accountable: US to Saudi Crown Prince

A house burns in the Hollywood resort town of Malibu -- about 88,000 homes have been evacuated in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. (Photo: AFP)

Death toll rises to 23 as California grapples with devastating wildfire

Frame-by-frame comparison with an AP video of same incident shows the one tweeted by Sanders appears to have been altered to speed up Acosta’s arm movement as he touches the intern’s arm, says Abba Shapiro, an independent video producer. (Photo: Twitter Screengrab | @PressSec)

White House shared doctored video to back CNN reporter's entry ban: Expert

The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. (Representational Image)

'Dramatic increase' in H-1B visas being held up, claims US tech companies

"Diwali is a special opportunity to reflect on the bond of friendship between the United States and India," Trump said in a special Diwali message issued on Wednesday. (Photo: File)

Diwali a special opportunity to reflect on India-US friendship: Trump

Europe

People line up at a polling station in Noumea, New Caledonia, as they prepare to cast their votes as part of an independence referendum, on Sunday, November 4, 2018. (Photo: AP)

New Caledonia votes on independence from France

The helicopter was seen enveloped in flames in mobile phone images from the scene and an AFP photographer later saw smoke coming from the wreckage. (Photo: AFP)

Leicester City owner's helicopter crashes after Premier League match

Yussuf was convicted of the lesser charge of manslaughter and sentenced to 14 years imprisonment and an additional three years on license, or release under strict conditions. (Representational Image | File)

2 men jailed for fatal stabbing of Indian-origin man in UK

German nurse serial killer on trial over 100 deaths Angela Merkel will step down as chancellor at end of term in 2021 Over 20 injured as out-of-control escalator comes speeding down in Rome

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Africa

The mother and child, who have not been identified, have fully recovered and are in good health, doctors said.

HIV-positive mom donates liver to child

It was not immediately clear whether those killed were civilians or fighters. (Photo: AP)

Libya: 9 killed in clashes near Tripoli airport

Often called the "Mother of the Nation" and "Mama Winnie," Madikizela-Mandela fought to keep South Africa's anti-apartheid struggle in the international spotlight while her husband, Nelson Mandela, was imprisoned. (Photo: AP)

South Africa bids farewell to Madikizela-Mandela

Most of the casualties were from the rocket projectiles fired from outside the town minutes after two suicide bomber attacked. (Photo: Representational/AP)

Twin suicide bomb attack in Nigeria kills at least 31

Nene is a pivotal figure in a probe into the three Indian-born Gupta brothers, who built a business empire during Zuma's nine-year tenure only to see it disintegrate as the scandal-plagued leader was forced out by his own party in February. (Photo: AP)

South Africa's Finance Minister to testify in Gupta brothers probe

Emmerson Mnangagwa quickly took to Twitter to say he was 'humbled' to have won the election, hailing it as a 'new beginning' for the country. (Photo: AP)

Mnangagwa wins Zimbabwe 's first election after fall of Mugabe

Robert Mugabe resigned as president of Zimbabwe, Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda announced, bringing the curtain down on a 37-year reign.

Robert Mugabe quits as President of Zimbabwe: Speaker Jacob Mudenda

A government spokesman said it was keeping track of an event but that it could not comment further. (Representational image | AP)

81 people, mostly children, kidnapped from school in Cameroon: Officials

Australia and New Zealand

Apple contacted the US Federal Bureau of Investigation when it became aware of the intrusion, The Age said, quoting statements made in court. The FBI then referred the matter to the Australian Federal Police (AFP). (Representational Image)

Hacky hack hack: Australian teen breaks into Apple's main network

Qatar Airways Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said his remarks at the closing of a global airlines gathering on Tuesday had been intended as a joke and taken out of context. (Photo: AFP)

Qatar Airways CEO apologises for remarks on women, says 'was a joke'

all 36 passengers and 11 crew were safe and no serious injuries were reported, although they were taken to hospital for check-ups. (Photo: AFP)

Plane overshoots runway, ditched in lagoon on remote Micronesian island: Report

Australia’s ‘Pride’: Parliament legalises same-sex marriage Australia ends air strike against ISIS in Iraq, Syria CWG 2018: Indian charged for smuggling ‘fake mediapersons’ in Australia

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