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US launches airstrikes on ISIS in Northern Iraq

Iraq, Aug 09 (ANI): US warplanes bombed Islamist fighters marching on Iraq's Kurdish capital after President Barack Obama said Washington must act to prevent "genocide" in the strife-torn nation. Islamic State fighters, who have beheaded and crucified captives in their drive to eradicate unbelievers, have advanced to Erbil. They have also seized control of Iraq's biggest dam, which could allow them to flood cities and cut off vital water and electricity supplies. A Pentagon spokesman said that two F/A-18 aircraft from an aircraft carrier in the Gulf had dropped laser-guided 500-pound bombs on a mobile artillery piece used by the fighters to shell Kurdish forces defending Erbil.

Aug 9, 2014

It is 69 years since the day on 6 August 1945 when the United States dropped an atom bomb on Hiroshima.

Nagasaki Bombing Anniversary: 69 Years Since 'Fat Man' Devastated Japanese City; 10 Interesting Facts

Nagasaki Boombing facts: The Japanese city of Nagasaki suffered the same fate as Hiroshima in 9 August 1945.

Aug 8, 2014

US Warplanes Strike Islamic State Artillery in Northern Iraq

U.S. warplanes struck Iraq on Friday for the first time since American troops pulled out in 2011.

Aug 8, 2014

Hiroshima Day: 69 Years Since 'Little Boy' Killed 140,000; 10 Facts to Know

It is 69 years since the day on 6 August 1945 when the United States dropped an atom bomb on Hiroshima.

Aug 6, 2014

Silence in Gaza Strip as Israel and Hamas Agree 72-Hour Humanitarian Truce

Google Removes 'Bomb Gaza' Game after Public Outrage

The game called "Bomb Gaza" invites players to play as Israeli military and 'drop bombs' from a fighter jet while ensuring they are not hit by Hamas missiles.

Aug 5, 2014

Despite ban on music Kashmiri girls take part in talent hunt show

Srinagar, Aug 05 (ANI): Despite ban on music by separatists in Jammu and Kashmir, girls came out to participate in a talent hunt show and enthralled audience with their music. Young girls took part in a two-day musical talent hunt, 'Pa ma ga re sa 2014' in Srinagar city on Sunday and sang Bollywood and regional songs. Last year, all-girl Kashmiri band Pragaash stopped performing after receiving threats from Islamic militants who claimed that the band members allegedly broke the codes of Islam. In a region where the boom of guns and bombs has drowned out all sounds for almost 20 years, a cacophony of melodies from guitar, drums and electric keyboards is now sweeping Kashmir's war-weary youngsters with a message of love and peace.

Aug 5, 2014

A Swiss national (inset) has been arrested by the Indian police on charges of having links with the Maoists.

Kerala Activists Demand Release of Swiss National Arrested for Alleged Maoist Links

The Indian police is currently investigating whether Jonathan, who is a student union leader from Geneva, has any links with rebel Maoist group.

Aug 1, 2014

Swiss nationals detained in Kerala for alleged Maoist links

Kannur, July 30 (ANI): Two nationals from Switzerland were detained by police in Kerala for their alleged links with the nation's Maoist outfits. They were arrested in Valappad area in Thrissur district after they attended a function organized by a rebel group in the memory of former Maoist activist, Sinoj, who died while making bombs in Andhra-Karnataka border recently. The detained, Jonathan and a lady, Valerie, who arrived in Kerala on a tourist visa, attended the function and were caught having documents related to the rebel outfit. The Swiss nationals arrived in Kerala on July 10 and were staying at a hotel, Meridian Palace, near Kannur district.

Jul 30, 2014

Christian Orthodox Holy Fire ceremony at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old city.

Jerusalem's Church of Holy Sepulchre Destroyed by Hamas a Hoax

The hoax claims that Hamas militants blew up the church, after plundering the artifacts.

Jul 28, 2014

Army defuses eight live bombs in Kashmir

R.S. Pura, July 26 (ANI): Eight live bombs were recovered in RS Pura area in Jammu and Kashmir. The explosives were old and recovered after villagers in the area found them and informed the bomb squad. Security personnel of Indian Army_s Bomb Disposal Squad, along with the police and paramilitary, Border Security Force (BSF), reached the spot to defuse the bombs. People living at the border areas have been suffering huge losses because of the exchange of fire between India and Pakistan as their livestock and houses have also been damaged.

Jul 26, 2014