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China's July retail sales unexpectedly slip, factory output growth steady
China's retail sales unexpectedly fell in July from a year ago while the comeback in factory output was slower than forecast amid signs the recovery in the world's secondlargest economy remains fragile.
Asia Today: S. Korea sees virus jump, urges more vigilance
South Korea reported 103 new virus cases Friday, one of its biggest daily jumps in months, as officials express concerned that infections are getting out of control in cities as people increasingly venture out in public.
From ‘Nikamma’ to ‘Apne, Apne Hote Hain’: Month-long Rajasthan Political Crisis Summed Up in Five Quotes
A lot has happened since July 11 when Ashok Gehlot made sensational claims of BJP making nine-digit offers to his MLAs in a bid to topple the government, setting in motion a chain of events that, many say, have seen him fight the most important political...
New Zealand to announce decision on coronavirus lockdown extension
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is due to announce on Friday whether a lockdown in its biggest city will be eased or extended, as officials said it appeared the country's first outbreak in more than three months was an imported strain.
Prosecutors dispute Jeffrey Epstein's ex-girlfriend's claims
Prosecutors on Thursday disputed claims by lawyers for a British socialite that they are too slowly releasing evidence and improperly withholding the names of women who were abused by financier Jeffrey Epstein while they were children.
S&P 500 ends down slightly after flirting with record levels again
The S&P 500 ended slightly lower on Thursday after briefly trading above its record closing high level for a second day, and the Dow also fell in the wake of a disappointing forecast from Cisco Systems Inc .
Season's Heaviest Showers in Delhi, Country Braces for More Rain in Next Two-three Days
In Uttar Pradesh, two members of a family were killed and as many seriously injured when a wall of their 'kutcha' house collapsed due to heavy rains,
Daimler reaches deal to settle US diesel emissions claims
Daimler AG, the maker of MercedesBenz cars, says it has reached an agreement in principle to settle U.S. claims over emissions from its diesel vehicles for over $2.2 billion.
Protesters hold up US detention of 2 in Oregon for hours
U.S. Border Patrol officers late Wednesday used pepper spray on demonstrators as they pushed their way through a crowd to get to two men detained by immigration agents inside a bus that could not move for about 12 hours because of the protesters.
Southern States Continue to Witness Spike in Covid-19 Cases, Karnataka Breaches 2 Lakh Mark
All southern states continued reporting high daily virus numbers, with Andhra Pradesh leading with over 9,000 cases on Thursday.
With Trump's help, Israel and the United Arab Emirates reach historic deal to normalize relations
Israel and the United Arab Emirates reached a historic peace deal on Thursday that will lead to a full normalization of diplomatic relations between the two Middle Eastern nations in an agreement that U.S. President Donald Trump helped broker.
Portugal keeps Lisbon under stricter COVID curbs until end-August
The Portuguese capital and its surrounds will remain under tougher anticoronavirus restrictions than the rest of the country until at least the end of August, the government said on Thursday.
Paras Chhabra Slams Shehnaaz Gill's Father, Nagarjuna Launches Bigg Boss 4 Telugu Promo
Nagarjuna left fans amused with his look in 'Bigg Boss Telugu 4' teaser clip. Meanwhile, Paras Chhabra slammed Shehnaaz Gill's father for commenting on his baldness.
J&K Police to Collect DNA Samples of People Claiming to be Relatives of 3 Youths Killed in Encounter
A police team from Kashmir has been sent to Rajouri district in Jammu region to collect DNA samples of the people claiming to be relatives of the three youths.
Ankita Lokhande Reaffirms Support to Sushant Singh Rajput's Family In Their Fight For Justice
Actress Ankita Lokhande, who dated Sushant Singh Rajput from 2010-2016 reaffirmed her support for the late actor's family and demanded that they get justice.
Maruti Suzuki Alto Becomes India's Best-Selling Car, 40 Lakh Units Sold Since Launch in 2000
Maruti Suzuki Alto has been the preferred choice of Indian car buyers with 76% customers choosing Alto as their first car.