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FBI recommends no charges in Hillary Clinton’s email case
The F.B.I. is recommending no charges against Hillary Clinton, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, for her use of a personal email account as America’s top diplomat. “No reasonable prosecutor would bring such a case,” agency chief James...Jul 5, 2016 888 0 -
WH report : 64 to 116 civilians killed in US drone strikes since 2009
President Barack Obama has signed an executive order intended to better prevent non-combatants from being killed in drone strikes after releasing figures Friday that between 64 and 116 civilians have been killed by drone and other...Jul 1, 2016 633 0 -
Supreme Court throws out conviction of ex-Governor McDonnell
In a unanimous decision likely to have far-reaching political implications, the Supreme Court has overturned conviction of former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell on corruption charges. The Republican governor was convicted in 2014 on federal corruption charges...Jun 27, 2016 782 0 -
Thousands pay respects to Muhammad Ali
Around 14000 people converged on Louisville to say farewell to Muhammad Ali, one of the most popular and revered figures across the world, who passed away last Friday. The Islamic funeral service, called Jenaza, was attended...Jun 10, 2016 1116 0 -
UN appoints new military observer to monitor Kashmir violations
The United Nations has appointed Major General Per Lodin of Sweden as Chief Military Observer to monitor the ceasefire in disputed Jammu and Kashmir region, one of the most heavily militarized regions. Lodin will head the...Jun 8, 2016 840 0 -
Indian nuclear suppliers group bid and implications of exceptions
On the eve of Indian prime minister’s visit to the United States – during which the Obama Administration is expected to back India’s search for securing membership of the Nuclear Suppliers Group – a major newspaper...Jun 5, 2016 969 0 -
Kerry: Action against Taliban leader shows US resolve for Afghan stability
Secretary of State John Kerry has said Mullah Mansour, the Afghan Taliban leader – who was targeted in Pakistan-Afghanistan border region with a precision US airstrike on Saturday – directly opposed reconciliation efforts, and that the action demonstrates...May 22, 2016 798 0 -
Culture Conversation: Lahore Literary Festival comes to New York
After steady improvement in bilateral cooperation in the last few years, this summer has brought mixed news for US-Pakistan relations. While Washington and Islamabad contemplate a resolution to the standoff over F-16 jets deal, the people of two countries had...May 21, 2016 2308 0 -
US remains great place for Muslims despite election rhetoric : Frank Islam
The United States promises tremendous opportunities for growth of American Muslims despite recent election rhetoric on part of some candidates as Muslims are a well-integrated community in the country’s fabric, says prominent entrepreneur Frank Islam. “In spite...May 19, 2016 1251 0 -
Mutual respect for different faiths, cultures key to peaceful world
As the world faces resurgent questions of polarization along political, religious, ethnic and economic lines in several countries and regions, the United Nations has reminded the international community that mutual respect for different faiths and cultures...May 9, 2016 1051 0