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Syria Battles Last of ISIS South of Damascus

The Syrian military battles the last pocket of ISIS fighters in the southern outskirts of Damascus. The jihadis reportedly agreed to give up, but violent clashes continued as they struggled over the terms of their surrender.

Apr 23, 2018

Who is Mohammed Haydar Zammar? Man linked with 9/11 attacks captured

A commander of the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces said that 9/11 suspect Mohammed Haydar Zammar was in custody and being interrogated.

Apr 20, 2018

What is lyssinum? Naturist treats 'growling' 4-year-old with rabid dog saliva

The child was undergoing trouble sleeping and behaving in class, for which he was prescribed rabid dog saliva which is approved by the Canadian government.

Apr 19, 2018

US used new long-range missile in Syria airstrike: Quick facts

The new missile is capable of flying around missile defenses, traveling over 800 km to destroy targets with pinpoint accuracy.

Apr 18, 2018

Syrian tragedy isn't the creation of Bashar al-Assad alone

Did Assad kill people to stay in power? Yes he did. But does that make everyone else who is involved -- or better say trapped -- in this war a saint? Hardly so.

Apr 16, 2018

Dawood's suspected aides arrested for planning to kill Shia Waqf Board chief

The trio reportedly planned to kill Wasim Rizvi, the chairperson of the Shia Waqf Board in Uttar Pradesh, at the behest of the gangster.

Apr 13, 2018

Economic freedom index: India ranks 130th, Hong Kong retains top spot

According to the 2018 Index of Economic Freedom report, India is ranked 30th in the Asia–Pacific region, and the overall score is below regional and world averages.

Apr 12, 2018

In major shift, Saudi crown prince acknowledges Israel's rights to its land

Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, in a recent interview, discussed the future of Middle East, including strengthening ties between Tel Aviv and Riyadh.

Apr 3, 2018

Bahrain discovers largest oil reserve: How will it impact country's oil production?

Bahrain has discovered the country's biggest oilfield in decades.It is expected that the new discovery could have a major impact on the country's oil production.

Apr 2, 2018

Bodies of 38 Indians killed by ISIS arrives in India: Quick facts

General VK Singh (retired) had left for Iraq on Sunday afternoon to bring back the mortal remains of the 38 Indians killed in Mosul.

Apr 2, 2018

VK Singh leaves for Iraq to bring back bodies of 38 Indians

The Indians, who were missing in Iraq since 2014, were killed by the terrorists of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

Apr 1, 2018

After Congress' poll on Sushma Swaraj's failure backfired, opposition posts new survey

The Twitter handle of Congress had earlier conducted a poll to assess Swaraj's failure as a foreign minister in handling the case of 39 Indians killed in Iraq.

Mar 30, 2018

Who is Ronny Jackson? Trump picks his doctor to replace David Shulkin

Donald Trump took to Twitter to announce the resignation of David Shulkin. He also said Robert Wilkie, an undersecretary at the Pentagon, will be the acting secretary.

Mar 29, 2018

Princess Diana will attend Prince Harry-Meghan Markle wedding, says Psychic Twins

The Psychic Twins, who had predicted the 9/11 attack, received a message from Princess Diana who said that she will be present for the upcoming royal wedding.

Mar 27, 2018

US military working on laser and microwave weapons to burn out drones

The laser and microwave weapons are not designed to make drones explode in mid-air, rather, burn it out so they drop to the ground.