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Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping Flip Pancakes at Russian Economic Forum
Photos showed Putin and Xi, wearing blue aprons, pouring out batter and turning the pancakes over before eating them with caviar and a shot of vodka.
Brexit Deal 'Possible' in 6-8 Weeks if Sides 'Realistic', Says EU Negotiator
The European Union's Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier Barnier has regularly said that he wants a deal by November to ensure parliamentary ratification by March, when Britain must leave, with or without a deal.
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for a Suicide Attack in Kabul
Government spokesman Wahid Majroh had said that seven bodies and 25 injured people were taken to the hospital from the attack site.
Daniel Zhang: Meet the Man Who Will Replace Jack Ma as Alibaba Boss in Exactly One Year
Jack Ma will continue as executive chairman at Alibaba over the next 12 months for a smooth transition of the chairmanship to Daniel Zhang.
Mumbai-Singapore Flight With 350 Passengers Delayed Over 'Security Concern'
Singapore International Airlines said in a statement that SQ423 (an Airbus A380), scheduled to operate from Mumbai to Singapore on 7 September 2018, was delayed due to a security concern.
PTI's Arif Alvi Sworn in as Pakistan's New President at Aiwan-e-Sadr
The 69-year-old dentist was administered the oath of office as Pakistan's 13th President by Chief Justice Saqib Nisar at a simple ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr (the President House) here.
Russian Lawmaker: North Korea's Leader Confirmed Readiness to Visit Russia
After the meeting that lastest for more than an hour in Pyongyang, the Russian Lawmaker, Valentina Matvienko said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wants peace.
Donald Trump Ups Ante on China, Threatens Duties on Nearly All Its Imports
The moves would sharply escalate Donald Trump's trade war with Beijing over his demands for major changes in economic, trade and technology policy.
New York Attack Accused Cites Trump Tweets to Avoid Death Penalty
The lawyers pointed to a Monday tweet in which the president criticized the "Jeff Sessions Justice Department" for indicting two Republican congressmen "just ahead" of the upcoming congressional elections.
Gunman Kills Three in Cincinnati Bank, Shot Dead by Police
Police said two people were hospitalised after the attack, adding that the shooter's motive was not clear yet.
Japan Quake, Landslides Leave at Least 9 Dead, Dozens Missing
Japan is still recovering from the worst typhoon to hit the country in 25 years, which struck the western part of the country on Tuesday, claiming at least 11 lives and causing major damage to the region's main airport.
Strong Typhoon Batters Western Japan; 8 Dead, Airport Flooded
High waves whipped up by the storm flooded parts of the seaside airport, where all flights were cancelled, and the severe weather caused power outages and travel chaos across Japan.
New Yorker Festival Drops Steve Bannon from Lineup After Outcry
Since leaving the White House last year, Steve Bannon has continued to champion right-wing causes, including supporting British anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson, who was freed from prison last month after winning a legal challenge over contempt charges.
Facebook 'Terrorism' Definition 'Overly Broad' Warns UN Expert
The UN Special Rapporteur on promoting and protecting human rights while countering terrorism has written to Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg to express concern about the company's efforts to block "terrorists" from using its platform, according to a statem...
Bangkok, the Venue for Climate Change Talks, Itself Struggling to Stay Afloat
Bangkok, built on once-marshy land about 1.5 metres (five feet) above sea level, is projected to be one of the world's hardest hit urban areas, alongside fellow Southeast Asian behemoths Jakarta and Manila.
Meghan McCain's Eulogy for Father McCain: 'America was Always Great'
Three former presidents, scores of members of Congress, current and former world leaders and family and friends have gathered Saturday morning to eulogize McCain as an American hero.
