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Video: Historic Church Crumbles After Massive Earthquake Hits Philippines
A video of a heritage church in Cebu with lights and parts of its outer facade collapsing is being shared widely on social media.
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Million-Dollar Wedding Draws Scrutiny As Pakistan Scans Social Media In Tax Hunt
Diamond sets and a drone light show at a near-million-dollar wedding have become evidence for Pakistan's tax authorities under a new "Lifestyle Monitoring Cell" tasked with scanning social media for lavish spenders, officials said.
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India Sent Massive Warning Ahead Of Pakistan Clash Super Four: "Always Dangerous"
India will take on arch-foes Pakistan in the Super 4 match on Sunday after crushing them by seven wickets at the group stage last week.
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6, 6, 6, 6, 6: Mohammad Nabi Lights Up Asia Cup, Slams 5 Sixes In 1 Over vs Sri Lanka. Watch
Mohammad Nabi smashed five sixes in the final over that was bowled by Sri Lanka spinner Dunith Wellalage. A total of 32 runs came off the over.
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'Blood Moon' Rises, Rare Total Lunar Eclipse Lights Up The Sky
Stargazers were in for a treat as they turned their gaze towards the Moon Sunday night to witness a rare 'Blood Moon' or the total lunar eclipse, the longest since 2022, visible acrossAsia and swathes of Europe and Africa.
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The Science Of The 'Blood Moon': Why It Will Turn Red In September
The Blood Moon occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, with the red colour caused by light bending through Earth's atmosphere.
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Fireball Lights Up Night Sky In Japan
A flashing fireball dashed across the skies of western Japan, shocking residents and dazzling stargazers, though experts said it was a natural phenomenon and not an alien invasion.
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'BCCI Can't Withdraw From Asia Cup, Pakistan Clash': Report Makes Stunning Claim
BCCI cannot withdraw from Asia Cup, and the clash against Pakistan will go ahead as planned after the the green light during the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting, sources said.
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"Shut Up": Fight Breaks Out On Air Asia Flight After Passenger Calls A Group Of Women "Stupid"
The incident started when a male passenger seated behind three women became visibly frustrated when they continued talking loudly after the cabin lights were turned off.
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6 Offbeat Things To Do In Hong Kong Beyond Neon Lights And Shopping Spree
Beyond the usual buzz, there is a quieter, rawer Hong Kong that skips the tourist cliches. Here is what to do in one of Asia's busiest cities, minus the crowds.
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"Heartbreaking": How World Leaders Reacted To Air India Plane Crash In Ahmedabad
There were 169 Indians, 53 British citizens on the flight. In light of the plane crash, an Operational Control Room has been activated at the Ministry of Civil Aviation to coordinate all details.
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Amid Putin-Xi Bonhomie, Russian Intelligence Cautious Of "Enemy" China
While the world sees Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping as unshakable friends, a leaked internal document from Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) sheds light on Moscow's growing distrust toward Beijing.
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Why US Has Banned Diplomats From Romantic, Sexual Relations With Chinese
The new policy is a response to concerns over potential security risks, particularly in light of China's alleged use of "honeypots" to extract sensitive information from American diplomats.
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How Iran Is Using Drones, Apps To Catch Women Without Hijabs
A recent United Nations report sheds light on the alarming extent of Iran's reliance on technology to surveil and control women's behavior.
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
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Video: Historic Church Crumbles After Massive Earthquake Hits Philippines
A video of a heritage church in Cebu with lights and parts of its outer facade collapsing is being shared widely on social media.
-
Million-Dollar Wedding Draws Scrutiny As Pakistan Scans Social Media In Tax Hunt
Diamond sets and a drone light show at a near-million-dollar wedding have become evidence for Pakistan's tax authorities under a new "Lifestyle Monitoring Cell" tasked with scanning social media for lavish spenders, officials said.
-
India Sent Massive Warning Ahead Of Pakistan Clash Super Four: "Always Dangerous"
India will take on arch-foes Pakistan in the Super 4 match on Sunday after crushing them by seven wickets at the group stage last week.
-
6, 6, 6, 6, 6: Mohammad Nabi Lights Up Asia Cup, Slams 5 Sixes In 1 Over vs Sri Lanka. Watch
Mohammad Nabi smashed five sixes in the final over that was bowled by Sri Lanka spinner Dunith Wellalage. A total of 32 runs came off the over.
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'Blood Moon' Rises, Rare Total Lunar Eclipse Lights Up The Sky
Stargazers were in for a treat as they turned their gaze towards the Moon Sunday night to witness a rare 'Blood Moon' or the total lunar eclipse, the longest since 2022, visible acrossAsia and swathes of Europe and Africa.
-
The Science Of The 'Blood Moon': Why It Will Turn Red In September
The Blood Moon occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, with the red colour caused by light bending through Earth's atmosphere.
-
Fireball Lights Up Night Sky In Japan
A flashing fireball dashed across the skies of western Japan, shocking residents and dazzling stargazers, though experts said it was a natural phenomenon and not an alien invasion.
-
'BCCI Can't Withdraw From Asia Cup, Pakistan Clash': Report Makes Stunning Claim
BCCI cannot withdraw from Asia Cup, and the clash against Pakistan will go ahead as planned after the the green light during the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting, sources said.
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"Shut Up": Fight Breaks Out On Air Asia Flight After Passenger Calls A Group Of Women "Stupid"
The incident started when a male passenger seated behind three women became visibly frustrated when they continued talking loudly after the cabin lights were turned off.
-
6 Offbeat Things To Do In Hong Kong Beyond Neon Lights And Shopping Spree
Beyond the usual buzz, there is a quieter, rawer Hong Kong that skips the tourist cliches. Here is what to do in one of Asia's busiest cities, minus the crowds.
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"Heartbreaking": How World Leaders Reacted To Air India Plane Crash In Ahmedabad
There were 169 Indians, 53 British citizens on the flight. In light of the plane crash, an Operational Control Room has been activated at the Ministry of Civil Aviation to coordinate all details.
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Amid Putin-Xi Bonhomie, Russian Intelligence Cautious Of "Enemy" China
While the world sees Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping as unshakable friends, a leaked internal document from Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) sheds light on Moscow's growing distrust toward Beijing.
-
Why US Has Banned Diplomats From Romantic, Sexual Relations With Chinese
The new policy is a response to concerns over potential security risks, particularly in light of China's alleged use of "honeypots" to extract sensitive information from American diplomats.
-
How Iran Is Using Drones, Apps To Catch Women Without Hijabs
A recent United Nations report sheds light on the alarming extent of Iran's reliance on technology to surveil and control women's behavior.
-
Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
