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"Greatest Generation Ever": WWII Veterans Shine On D-Day

"Greatest Generation Ever": WWII Veterans Shine On D-Day

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 06, 2024, Ver-sur-Mer

Around 180 veterans in their late 90s or even over 100 were guests of honour at D-Day commemorations in France on Thursday, many attending in wheelchairs for possibly the last time.

Joe Biden Vows Ukraine Will Not Use US Weapons To Strike Russia

Joe Biden Vows Ukraine Will Not Use US Weapons To Strike Russia

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 06, 2024, Washington

President Joe Biden insisted Thursday that US weapons would not be used to attack Moscow after he authorized Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with Western-supplied arms.

Pak Government Submits Details, Photos Of Ex-PM Imran Khan's Life In Jail

Pak Government Submits Details, Photos Of Ex-PM Imran Khan's Life In Jail

Reuters | Thursday June 06, 2024, Islamabad

Nelson Mandela's "Long Walk to Freedom" was among a collection of books in jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's cell, according to details of his prison living conditions that the government submitted to the Supreme Court on Thursday.

US Soldier Faces Trial In Russia Over Death Threats To Girlfriend: Report

US Soldier Faces Trial In Russia Over Death Threats To Girlfriend: Report

Reuters | Thursday June 06, 2024, Vladivostok

A US soldier, stationed in South Korea but detained in Russia on suspicion of stealing from his girlfriend and threatening to kill her, went on trial on Thursday, the state news agency RIA reported.

Thailand Warns "Jurassic World" Producers Over Filming Impact On Environment

Thailand Warns "Jurassic World" Producers Over Filming Impact On Environment

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 06, 2024, Bangkok

Thai officials have given "Jurassic World" producers a stern warning not to damage beaches and national parks when they film the next instalment of the blockbuster franchise in the kingdom.

Watch: China's Highest Waterfall Gets Little Help From A Pipe

Watch: China's Highest Waterfall Gets Little Help From A Pipe

Reuters | Wednesday June 05, 2024, Beijing

Scenic park operators in China's Henan province were forced to acknowledge that the country's highest waterfall got a helping hand from a pipe due to a lack of rainfall.

China Congratulates PM Modi For Poll Win, Says "Ready To Work"

China Congratulates PM Modi For Poll Win, Says "Ready To Work"

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 05, 2024, Beijing

China on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his election win, adding it was "ready to work" with its neighbour.

Indonesia's Mount Ibu Volcano Erupts, Spews Ash Clouds

Indonesia's Mount Ibu Volcano Erupts, Spews Ash Clouds

Reuters | Tuesday June 04, 2024, Jakarta

Indonesia's Mount Ibu volcano erupted on Tuesday, spewing thick columns of grey ash five km (three miles) into the sky, the volcanology agency said, but there were no immediate reports of evacuations.

Pakistan Ex PM Imran Khan Acquitted Of Leaking State Secrets, Says Court

Pakistan Ex PM Imran Khan Acquitted Of Leaking State Secrets, Says Court

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 03, 2024, Islamabad, Pakistan

A Pakistan high court on Monday overturned a treason conviction against former prime minister Imran Khan, who remains in jail on other charges.

Why Has Maldives Banned Israeli Passport Holders? What Happens Now

Why Has Maldives Banned Israeli Passport Holders? What Happens Now

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Monday June 03, 2024

The Maldives has banned the entry of visitors with Israeli passports amid growing public anger over its ongoing war in Gaza.

South Korea-North Korea Military Deal To Collapse Over Trash Balloons

South Korea-North Korea Military Deal To Collapse Over Trash Balloons

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 03, 2024, Seoul

Seoul will fully suspend a 2018 tension-reducing military deal with nuclear-armed North Korea, the South's National Security Council said Monday, after Pyongyang sent hundreds of trash-filled balloons across the border.

China's Lunar Probe Set To Return With Historic Far Side Of Moon Samples

China's Lunar Probe Set To Return With Historic Far Side Of Moon Samples

Reuters | Monday June 03, 2024, Beijing

China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe looks set to begin its historic journey back to Earth from the moon's far side after collecting samples that scientists expect will help answer key questions about the early evolution of the solar system.

Mediators Urge Israel, Hamas To Accept Truce Outlined By US President

Mediators Urge Israel, Hamas To Accept Truce Outlined By US President

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 03, 2024, Rafah, Palestinian Territories

Fresh strikes were reported across the Gaza Strip overnight into Monday, as mediators urged Israel and Hamas to agree to a truce and hostage release deal outlined by US President Joe Biden.

Reality Of Pakistani Sex Workers vs Netflix's Glittering Tale <i>'Heeramandi'</i>

Reality Of Pakistani Sex Workers vs Netflix's Glittering Tale 'Heeramandi'

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 03, 2024, Lahore

The Netflix hit "Heeramandi" depicts the plush and powerful lives of courtesans in the 1940s, but there is little glamour for modern Pakistani sex workers in the faded red-light district where the series is set.

North Korea Vows To Stop Sending Trash Balloons Over Border Into South

North Korea Vows To Stop Sending Trash Balloons Over Border Into South

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 03, 2024, Seoul

North Korea said Sunday it would stop sending trash-filled balloons across the border into the South, saying the "disgusting" missives had been an effective countermeasure against propaganda sent by anti-regime activists.

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