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Killing Khashoggi Was a Terrible Mistake, Prince Was Not Aware of it: Saudi Minister
The comments from Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir were some of the most direct yet from Riyadh which has given multiple and conflicting accounts about Khashoggi's killing on October 2.
US Will Get to Bottom of Khashoggi's Death; Wouldn't Like to Scrap Saudi Arms Deal: Trump
Saudi Arabia in a statement Saturday said Khashoggi (60) died following a "fistfight" at its consulate in Istanbul on October 2, without disclosing any details on the whereabouts of his body.
Nearly 170 Casualties as Violence Rocks Chaotic Afghan Elections
In the latest attack, a suicide bomber blew himself up inside a Kabul polling centre, killing at least 15 people and wounding 20, police said, taking the number of casualties across the Afghan capital to 19 dead and nearly 100 wounded.
New York Witches Plan to Put a Hex on Brett Kavanaugh Despite Death Threats
The planned casting of an anti-Kavanaugh spell, one of the more striking instances of politically disgruntled Americans turning to the supernatural when frustrated by democracy, has drawn backlash from some Christian groups but support from like-minded wi...
World's Longest Sea Bridge Between China-Hong Kong to Open on October 24
The 55-kilometer-long bridge, situated in the Lingdingyang waters of the Pearl River Estuary, will be the world's longest sea bridge, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.
Top Dawood Ibrahim Aide to Stand Trial for Money Laundering, Extortion in UK
Pakistani national Jabir Moti, alias Jabir Motiwala, was remanded in custody to appear for a case management hearing on November 12, before a three-day trial scheduled between February 25 and 27 next year.
Not Sure if He's Alive: Wife of Interpol Ex-chief Fears for His Life, Her Own Safety
Meng Hongwei, also a Chinese vice public security minister, went missing on a trip to China last month. He subsequently resigned as head of the international police organisation on October 7 after Chinese authorities announced he was under investigation.
Trying to Find Out What Happened to Khashoggi, Saudi an Ally: Trump
Donald Trump denied covering up for key ally Saudi Arabia in the suspected murder of the journalist.
Few Takers for Imran Khan's Cost Cutting Drive; Only 1 Out of 49 Pak Govt Owned Luxury Cars Sold
In an auction held at the Prime Minister House on Wednesday, one out of the 49 vehicles on display was purchased.
UK Firm Skyline Strikes Insurance Pact in India to Protect Farmers
The company's founders, Gethin Jones and Laurent Sabati, have spent the last year developing the technology-enabled insurance solution targeted at the underinsured markets of the world and believe their product will provide affordable protection for India...
Outgoing Maldives President Blames Defeat on 'Disappearing Ink'
The comments came as the court considered a petition by Yameen to have the September 23 election result annuled due to what his party called "rampant" vote-rigging.
Wildlife Carer, Husband Feed 30 Kangaroos During Severe Drought; One of Them Attacks Family
Linda Smith, 64, suffered a collapsed lung, broken ribs, cuts and other internal injuries, and underwent surgery in hospital on Sunday after being attacked by the kangaroo she had fed amid severe drought in Australia.
Donald Trump Spells Out ‘Sole Criteria’ for Immigration to US
"I'm very tough at the borders. We've been very tough at the borders. People have to come into our country legally, not illegally. Legally. And I want them to come in on merit," Trump told reporters at the White House on Saturday.
Freed US Pastor Held for Terror Charges Arrives Home from Turkey, Meets Trump
On Friday, a Turkish court in Aliaga convicted Brunson on charges of espionage and aiding terror groups. It sentenced him to three years, one month and 15 days in jail -- but released him based on time served and good behavior.
Family of Pakistani Christian on Death Row for Blasphemy Prays for Freedom
Asia Bibi, a labourer, was accused of blasphemy against the Prophet Mohammed in 2009 by Muslim women she was working with in a field. The charge is punishable by death under legislation that rights groups say is routinely abused to settle personal vendett...
Trump Says US Has Taken Toughest-Ever Action on China's Unfair Trade Practices
Among the steps being taken by the US include imposing additional 25 per cent tariff on import of Chinese products worth USD 250 billion, announcing new curbs of nuclear technology trade with China and taking steps to stop China from allegedly stealing in...