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US Administration
Trump may pick ExxonMobil chief Tillerson as secretary of state
ExxonMobil Chief Rex Tillerson has emerged as the lead candidate for pick as secretary of state in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration taking shape ahead of its inception on January 20, 2016. Quoting unnamed Trump aides, several... -
Donald Trump
Trump picks former Centcom chief Gen Mattis to be defense secretary
Photo by Department of Defense , via Wikimedia Commons President-elect Donald J. Trump revealed on Thursday former Central Command chief James N. Mattis, as his pick for secretary of defense. The retired general has been... -
Democracy
Editorial : Nawaz Sharif’s opportunity to make up for lost opportunities
Pakistan’s outgoing army chief Gen. Raheel Sharif has been showered with praise from across the country for his professionalism that saw his forces combat terrorism in the tribal areas and elsewhere with unprecedented success. But that... -
Nature and Arts
Supermoon closest to Earth in almost seven decades
On November 14, a full moon was closest to Earth in almost seven decades, offering a rare sight to people around the world. Wherever, the skies were clear, people caught a glimpse of supermoon. It was... -
Democracy
Views and News Editorial : Sharif vs Khan tussle must not harm democracy
EDITORIAL BOARD There is a pattern with Pakistani politics that despite the obvious benefits of democracy, some segments including those genuinely frustrated with economic deprivation, and a typical class of politicians – motivated by self-interest- show... -
American Muslims
Police looking for suspect in Fort Pierce mosque arson
Police are hunting a suspect believed to have set on fire a mosque in Fort Pierce, which was attended by the Orlando night club shooter Omar Mateen. A surveillance video captured at the Fort Pierce Islamic... -
American Muslims
Interfaith scholars to explore what scriptures say on coexistence
What can Rabbis, Pastors and Imams do toward promoting co-existence? What do their scriptures say and what do they teach in their respective Synagogues, Churches and Mosques? These will be among key questions to figure at... -
Middle East
Increasing use of cluster munitions in Syria, Yemen : Report
Despite international outcry, cluster munitions continued to be used in Syrian and Yemeni conflicts, a Cluster Munition Monitor report said Thursday. “Cluster munition attacks in Syria have increased since Russia began its joint military operation with...
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Federal judge orders Trump Administration to ...
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Disappearing snow on Himalayas endangers well ...
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Pope Francis, who advocated justice and love ...
Advocated universal love, especially in favor of the poorest...Posted 2 days ago
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Why South Asia struggles to save lives from e ...
With the mercury already shooting to 40 degrees centigrade (104 Fahrenheit) in...Posted 9 years ago -
New study recommends low interest rates until ...
A new study has asked the Federal Reserve to...Posted 9 years ago -
Jewels of Asia Gala to recognize outstanding ...
The Asian American Chamber of Commerce will host ‘Jewels...Posted 6 years ago
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