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Egyptian Policeman Killed While Trying to Defuse Bomb Outside Church
Egypt has been battling Islamic militants for years, with the army and police now engaged in an all-out campaign to eradicate them.
Woman in Coma for Decade Gives Birth, Police Begin Sexual Assault Probe
Victim advocate Tasha Menaker said it would be appropriate for police to run DNA tests on male employees at the facility.
Scientists Confirm 'Genetic Hack' Can Successfully Boost Plant Yield by 40 Per Cent
Farmers have long used fertilizers, pesticides and other agricultural methods to achieve higher productivity, but these techniques appear to have run their course and it is thought unlikely they can extract more significant gains.
Ousted Jacob Zuma's Plan to Record Album Angers S.Africa Opposition
Zuma, ousted from power last year amid multiple fraud scandals, is famed for his rich baritone singing voice.
Three Bullet-Riddled Bodies Found Near Washington State Home
The bodies were found concealed on a property known for hosting transients in Washington state.
Interpol Turns Down Pakistan's Demand of Action Against ex-Envoy
The government of Pakistan is now considering asking the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to approach the US government for Haqqani's extradition after second refusal by the Interpol.
UK Police Probe Manchester Knifings as 'Terrorist' Attack
Counter-terrorism officials have arrested a man who remains in police custody, and are searching an address where he recently lived in the northwestern English city.
Vietnam's Draconian Cybersecurity Bill Comes Into Effect
A law requiring internet companies in Vietnam to remove content communist authorities deem to be against the state came into effect on Tuesday.
World Gives Spectacular Welcome to 2019, India Gears Up for Political Fireworks in Election Year
As the world partied, India and five other countries entered an election year to elect a new government.
CCTV Footage Shows Men Transporting 'Khashoggi Body Parts'
There has been speculation that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ordered the hit but Riyadh has absolved the de facto leader of any blame.
Woman, Four-year-old Granddaughter Killed in US House Fire
Both victims succumbed to their injuries Sunday after being found unconscious inside the burning home.
Sheikh Hasina Set for Fourth Term as Party Sweeps Bangladesh Polls, Oppn Seeks Fresh Vote: Reports
Hasina's alliance easily crossed the 151 seats required to form a government, according to Channel 24.
As Shutdown Drags, Trump Blame Democrats for Not Making a Deal on Border Security
Conway claimed on Sunday that "the president has already compromised" by dropping his request for the wall from USD 25 billion, and she called on Democrats to return to the negotiating table.
Five Pilots of Pakistan's National Airline Did Not Even Study Till Class 10, Reveals Aviation Authority
At least 50 Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) employees have been suspended for not furnishing their documents.
For PM Sheikh Hasina, Authoritarian Tag is 'Badge of Honour', Says Son as Bangladesh Votes Today
Sheikh Hasina's government has been accused of suppressing dissent and jailing critics, including many supporters of the main opposition BNP.
Massive Earthquake of 6.9 Magnitude Strikes Off Philippines, Tsunami Warning Issued
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said 'hazardous tsunami waves from this earthquake are possible' along the coasts of Indonesia and the Philippines.