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Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that US investments in China would bear the brunt of any trade war. (Photo: AP)

Top US envoy begins Asia tour amid North Korea crisis

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has promised to take a tough line on Kim Jong-un's isolated regime.

15 March 2017 1:32 PM IST

The discussion was likely to touch on investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia and efforts to stop the war in Syria. (Photo: AP)

Donald Trump meets Prince Salman; discusses investment and peace

Trump and Prince Mohammed, who is also the kingdom's defence minister, kicked off their talks in the Oval Office.

15 March 2017 12:08 PM IST

US President Donald Trump. (Photo: File)

Trump's border wall poses dilemma for Hispanic contractors

An American contractor of Mexican descent said that the controversy targetted Mexicans, which made the choice difficult...

15 March 2017 11:26 AM IST

The helicopters are designed primarily for anti-tank missions. (Representational Image/ AP Photo)

Mexico: Helicopter on mission to recover hiker's body crashes, 4...

The tail rotor apparently fell off and the helicopter crashed and burst into flames.

15 March 2017 9:19 AM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. (Photo: AFP)

Forced conversion a crime in Islam, says Nawaz Sharif

The Hindu community has constantly complained about their people in the rural areas being forced to convert to Islam.

15 March 2017 9:02 AM IST

21 children were killed in the bombing that took place on October 26. (Photo: Representational/AP)

Syrian army responsible for Idlib school bombing, 21 children killed:...

The commission said the October 26 attack on the Haas village school complex in the rebel-held province of Idlib...

15 March 2017 8:12 AM IST

Normally, the waste in the aircraft tanks are disposed of by ground handling personnel once the plane lands. However, there are cases where lavatory leaks occur in the air. (Photo: Representational Image)

Muslim couple sues US airline for inherent bias' in kicking them off...

The family's removal from the flight came after the parents requested help with a child booster seat.

15 March 2017 8:06 AM IST

President Donald Trump reacts after addressing a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Photo: AP)

Trump made USD 150mn, paid USD 38 mn in taxes in 2005: White House

The White House pushed back pre-emptively Tuesday night, saying that publishing those returns would be illegal.

15 March 2017 7:58 AM IST

A worker carrying planks on the top of Istanbuls iconic marketplace, the Grand Bazar, during its renovation in Istanbul. (Photo: AFP)

Istanbul's Grand Bazar gets a new look

Numan, who owns a souvenir shop selling traditional pots and plates, said he believes the renovation will be a plus.

15 March 2017 7:09 AM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. (Photo: AFP)

Block online blasphemy: Nawaz Sharif

Pak to charge Imran Khan with cybercrime.

15 March 2017 3:58 AM IST

ocial media has led to polarisation of the opinions of the people.

Immigration and protectionism

During the campaign, the tycoon pledged to construct a U.S.-Mexico border wall to stop illegal immigration from Mexico.

15 March 2017 3:54 AM IST

Dhaka police (Photo: PTI)

Sufi spiritual leader shot, hacked by unknown assailants in Bangladesh

The official said police are also considering other possibilities, including a personal dispute.

14 March 2017 7:46 PM IST