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Pakistan a Hotbed of Terrorism, Threat To Infra Projects: Chinese Media
Pakistan is a hotbed of international terrorism and the situation in the country may pose a severe threat to China's projects in the region, Chinese media reported.
Rain-triggered Landslides Kill Nearly 90 in Bangladesh
A series of landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have killed at least 87 people, including several army officers, in Bangladesh.
Panama Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Taiwan, Switches to China
Panama broke off diplomatic relations with Taiwan and switched to Beijing, accepting its One China policy, the countries announced Monday.
Britain's Theresa May Apologises to Own MPs For Election 'Mess'
British Prime Minister Theresa May took the blame for the ruling Conservatives' disastrous performance at last week's elections, as she faced her party's angry MPs on Monday, seeking to ward off any challenge to her leadership.
Record Low Turnout Hangs Over Macron's Expected Win in Parliament
President Emmanuel Macron and his supporters will seek to "restore the trust" of the French people after a record low turnout in the first round of the parliamentary election, Macron's government spokesman said on Monday.
Tottering Theresa May Names New UK Cabinet as Critics Circle
May's weakened position in the party ruled out big changes in the cabinet. Damian Green, a lawmaker in the pro-EU wing of the Conservative Party, was promoted to first secretary of state — effectively deputy prime minister.
After James Comey's Testimony, President Trump Banking on Loyal Base to Respond
President Donald Trump is banking on his loyal base of supporters to help him through the tangle of the Russia turmoil.
'Hanging by a Thread': UK Headlines Reflect Election Drama
Election-night headlines in Britain pointed on Friday to looming political turbulence and an uncertain future for Prime Minister Theresa May.
Brexit Not the Only Headache Awaiting the Next British PM
Whoever ends up becoming Britain's new prime minister faces a daunting five years in office, with the negotiations of the country's withdrawal from the European Union topping the list of priorities.
Comey Says Trump Fired Him to Undermine FBI's Russia Investigation
Former FBI director James Comey on Thursday accused President Donald Trump on Thursday of firing him to try to undermine the bureau's investigation into possible collusion between his 2016 presidential campaign team and Russia.
Fired by Trump, Former US Attorney Preet Bharara Gets Political
As Manhattan's top federal prosecutor, Preet Bharara cultivated an image as a lawman above politics. No more.
Wonderland Villas: A Tale of Hong Kong's Property Rollercoaster
The Wongs are typical of a savvy post-war generation who traded up as Hong Kong grew.
Donald Trump May Not Block James Comey Testimony at Key Public Hearing
Days before a highly anticipated hearing, President Donald Trump appears unlikely to try and block fired FBI Director James Comey from testifying, as a Senate panel pledged aggressive questioning into whether the president sought to obstruct a probe into...
London Attackers Kill Seven, PM Theresa May Says 'Enough is Enough'
Three attackers drove a van into pedestrians on London Bridge before stabbing revellers nearby on Saturday night, killing at least seven people in what Britain said was the work of Islamist militants engaged in a "new trend" of terrorism.
Four French People Injured in London Attack: Foreign Minister
The Elysee Palace said in a statement that France was doing everything it could to help the casualties.
Philippine Casino Attacker a Gambling Addict, Not Terrorist: Police
An armed man who killed 37 people when he set fire to a casino in the Philippine capital was a father-of-three from Manila motivated by heavy gambling debts and not terrorism, police said Sunday.