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  Newsmakers   12 Feb 2017

Newsmakers, 12 Feb 2017

Germany’s new president is the ‘anti-Trump’ Steinmeier

Steinmeier is one of Germany's best-known politicians, having twice served as top diplomat under Merkel for a total of seven years.

12 Feb 2017 7:39 PM

No 'laughing matter' as Mary Kom juggles ring and Parliament

Mary Kom, who is a 5-time Asian champion besides having a coveted Asian Games gold medal, was nominated to the Rajya Sabha last year.

12 Feb 2017 5:02 PM

US: Donald Trump, the ‘anecdotal’ president

For good or ill, Trump processes policy proposals through his own personal frame of reference and always has a first-hand tale to recount.

12 Feb 2017 4:27 PM

R Ashwin becomes fastest to pick 250 Test wickets, snaps Dennis Lillee's record

Ravichandran Ashwin added yet another feather on his cap as he became the quickest bowler to claim 250 wickets in Test cricket.

12 Feb 2017 3:17 PM

Salimi becomes first woman to head Oman's police rescue department

Omani policewomen can work side by side with their male counterparts to provide the best for the nation.

12 Feb 2017 2:42 PM

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Japanese manga artist Jiro Taniguchi dies at 69

Taniguchi's work is hailed for its delicate line drawing and intricately-constructed landscapes.

12 Feb 2017 2:19 PM

Taiwan lantern makers go green for festival of lights

Lantern-maker Lin Chow-chin is part of a growing movement on the island to make the celebrations greener, creating sustainable lights.

12 Feb 2017 12:00 PM

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