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Commercial whaling, in Japanese waters, was unlikely to have much of a future given dwindling subsidies and the shrinking market for whale meat. (Photo: AFP)

Japan's first commercial whale hunt ships set off after more than 3...

This move has aroused global condemnation and fears for the fate of whales.

1 July 2019 4:11 PM IST

The cartoon refers to the image of Oscar Alberto Martnez and his 23-month-old daughter, Angie Valeria, lying face down in water surrounded by reeds on the US-Mexico border. (Photo: Twitter | @deAdder)

Canadian cartoonist fired after illustration of Trump goes viral

Michael De Adder's illustration depicted Trump asking the two dead migrants, 'Do you mind if I play through?'

1 July 2019 4:06 PM IST

Toward the start of the Syrian civil war, the Israeli military established a number of red lines, which if violated would result in a retaliatory strike, including any attacks, either intentional or otherwise, against Israel. (Photo: ANI

4 killed, 7 injured in Israeli attack in Syria

In recent years, Israel has carried out 100 strikes in Syria alleging it of violating red lines'.

1 July 2019 3:47 PM IST

Meghan Markle will not only become a member of the British royal family, but will also make history by becoming one of just a handful of American women to become a senior royal around the globe. (Photo: AP)

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry to host private christening for son:...

The baby boy's baptism will be a private affair. So people can't expect any fan gatherings, and any candid photos of...

1 July 2019 2:31 PM IST

In a 10-second-video, exuberant Harris is seen waving at the crowd from the stage with loud music in the background. (Photo: ANI)

Watch: US Senator Kamala Harris dances at Pride parade in San...

The senator from California, who has regularly participated in pride parades ever since she was district attorney.

1 July 2019 2:27 PM IST

Several religious sites in Punjab are frequented by Sikhs from several countries including India. (Photo: AP)

500-yr-old gurdwara in Pak's Punjab province opens doors for Indian...

Earlier, Indians were not allowed to visit the Babe-de-Ber gurdwara which is situated in Sialkot city.

1 July 2019 2:18 PM IST

President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un walk on the North Korean side in the Demilitarized Zone, Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Panmunjom. (Photo: AP)

Donald Trump says many Koreans were in tears as he stepped into North...

The New York Times described the meeting between Trump and Kim as a masterpiece of drama.

1 July 2019 1:35 PM IST

People who dont get this type of minimally invasive surgery may get an invasive procedure involving surgeons cutting open the chest. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pakistan's heaviest man undergoes successful liposuction surgery

Personnel from Rescue 1122 had to break the wall of his house to take him outside as he was too big to pass through main...

1 July 2019 11:53 AM IST

CNN reported citing a source at the scene saying, Grisham got in an all-out brawl with North Korean officials. Grisham was bruised a bit in the scuffle, the source added. (Photo: AP)

WH press secretary left all bruised after brawl with N Korea...

After a handshake with Kim, Trump walked 20 steps into North Korea. He also invited Kim to the White House.

1 July 2019 11:46 AM IST

An explosion was reported near the US Embassy sending smoke billowing over the capital city of Afghanistan on Monday morning. (Photo: ANI)

At least 68 injured in powerful explosion near US embassy in Kabul

The explosion reportedly took place in the vicinity of the 2nd district of the city, reported Khaama Press.

1 July 2019 10:44 AM IST

tens of thousands of protestors took to the streets in various Sudanese cities on Sunday. (Photo: ANI)

1 killed, 9 injured in fresh mass protest to demand civilian rule in...

The protests came weeks after at least 113 people were killed during a security crackdown on a pro-democracy sit-in on...

1 July 2019 10:25 AM IST

The so-called Transonic Truss-Braced Wing aircraft boasts a 170-foot (52 meter) wingspan that sits atop the fuselage and is braced from underneath by a truss in a design reminiscent of biplanes from the early years of aviation.

10 killed as plane crashes into hanger at airport in Texas

There was no one at the hanger at the time of the incident, reported CNN.

1 July 2019 9:32 AM IST