Kabul suicide blast: IS claims responsibility for attack that killed at least 32 at Shiite mosque

Kabul suicide blast: IS claims responsibility for attack that killed at least 32 at Shiite mosque

Officials said the attack took place at the Baqir Olum mosque in the western part of Kabul

Philippine proposes new law to jail 9-year-olds, UN shows concern
Philippine proposes new law to jail 9-year-olds, UN shows concern

Rights organisations launched a campaign called #ChildrenNotCriminals to urge lawmakers to reconsider their support for the law.

Nawaz Sharif should reach out to Donald Trump: Pervez Musharraf
Nawaz Sharif should reach out to Donald Trump: Pervez Musharraf

India, he said, wants to maintain 'hegemony' in the region.

British PM Theresa May to unveil industrial strategy to spur 'ambitious' ideas
British PM Theresa May to unveil industrial strategy to spur 'ambitious' ideas

The government will also launch a review of research and development tax incentives to ensure Britain's global competitiveness as a home for scientists, innovators and tech investors, she will say in her speech.

Donald Trump confirmed about willing to mend ties with Russia: Vladimir Putin

The Russian President said he thanked Barack Obama during Sunday's meeting in Lima "for the years of joint work".

Melania Trump to stay in New York with 10-year old son Barron Trump

Melania and Barron Trump aren't expected to move into the White House until after the school year ends in June.

St. Louis police officer shot in 'ambush' attack, chief says

A 46-year-old officer was shot in the face. The suspect got away and a massive search was underway.

South Koreans protest again to demand President Park Geun-hye ouster

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South Koreans protest again to demand President Park Geun-hye ouster

US: St Louis police officer shot in face, critically wounded in ambush

St Louis Police Chief Sam Dotson said the officer was shot when a car pulled up next to his cruiser and someone opened fire before speeding away.

Malaysia Flight 370 families to hunt for debris in Africa

Investigators have identified six pieces of wreckage to have either definitely or almost certainly come from the jet, which vanished with 239 people while flying from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing in March 2014.

US varsity staffer complains about earning $100K for 'zero work'

"I long for the opportunity to earn my salary," Sirisena, who has a master's degree from Columbia University, said.

Yemen rebels prevent food aid from reaching besieged city of Taiz

The attempt to deliver aid to Taiz came during a 48-hour truce announced on Saturday by the Saudi-led coalition, which is backing the internationally-recognized government against the Houthis.

Donald Trump asks Hamilton cast to apologise for harassing Mike Pence

"The cast and producers of Hamilton, which I hear is highly overrated, should immediately apologise to Mike Pence for their terrible behaviour," Trump said in a tweet.

Turkish jets destroy 17 ISIS targets in northern Syria

Turkish Air Force hit at least two IS-occupied buildings in Al-Bab region with 16 bombs and 17 IS targets were destroyed by the attack, Xinhua quoted Anadolu Agency as saying.

Somalia: 20 suspected Al-Shabaab members arrested in Mogadishu

"These people (suspects) were planning attacks on the city but our intelligence helped us arrest them before they could do anything," Xinhua quoted Gedi as saying.

Barack Obama 'not optimistic' about Syria's immediate future

Syrian regime and its Russian backers launch a sustained bombardment of civilians in Aleppo the past week.

Angela Merkel tells party ready to seek fourth term as chancellor

More than half of the electorate -- 55 per cent -- want Merkel to stay in office, up from 42 per cent in August, a poll for Bild am Sonntag newspaper showed on Sunday.

Rebel fire on west Aleppo kills 7 children: Syria state TV

The rocket fire hit a school in the Furqan neighbourhood, and also injured at least 32 people, SANA said, citing a police source.

This is not apocalypse: Obama to White House staffers on Donald Trump's win

"I don't believe in apocalyptic -- until the apocalypse comes. I think nothing is the end of the world until the end of the world," said Barack Obama.

Blue alert issued in China for heavy snow, blizzards

Some parts of Beijing and Hebei are expected to see a blizzard during the period

Barack Obama faces tough questions on President-elect Donald Trump on last foreign trip

From Obama down, officials have stressed that US economic and strategic interests have not changed as a result of the election, and Trump may yet recalibrate his views.

China: Ruling Communist Party issues guidelines to address members as 'comrades'

An article published on the Communist Party's website early this month said that reviving the term comrade would "set things right from disorder."

Michael Flynn maligned Muslims, shared fake news on Twitter: CNN review on Donald Trump's National Security Adviser

On 15 different occasions, Flynn tagged in his tweets alt-right figure Mike Cernovich, who regularly tweets inflammatory and unfounded conspiracy theories.

Broadway show 'Hamilton' cast addresses Mike Pence in audience: Work on behalf of all of us

'Hamilton,' which won 11 Tony Awards, has been praised by politicians and rap stars alike, influenced the debate over the nation's currency and burst through the Broadway bubble like none other.

Donald Trump quickly settles university lawsuits after a long fight

Trump agreed Friday to pay $25 million to settle several lawsuits alleging that his former business venture for real estate investors defrauded students who paid up to $35,000 to enroll in Trump University programs.

Grandson of US Representative Danny Davis shot, killed in Chicago

Jovan Wilson, 15, died Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, at the scene in the Englewood neighborhood on the city’s South Side

Islamic State kills 12 Sunni tribal fighters, police south of Mosul

The tribal fighters and police were gunned down at two fake checkpoints set up by the insurgents in Shirqat, a Sunni town between Mosul and Baghdad, they said.

Donald Trump will continue to prey on fears of Americans: Pramila Jayapal

Immediately following Trump's election, there have been more than 300 hate crimes reported across the US, she said.

Pakistan: Bodies of Karachi airport attack militants to be exhumed

A medical board, under the supervision of a judicial officer, will exhume the bodies of 10 unidentified attackers buried at the graveyard run by the Edhi Foundation on November 22.

PM Abadi says Donald Trump has vowed ‘firm’ support to Iraq

"You are key partners to us and will find strong and firm support," a statement from Abadi's office quoted Trump, as saying during an evening phone call between the two leaders on Friday.

Republican Party needs to be inclusive: Nikki Haley

Haley's remarks come amid speculation that she was a top contender for either secretary of state or secretary of commerce in Trump's cabinet.

Islamic State has 60-80 operatives in Europe, says Dutch expert

The counterterrorism coordinator said military operations to oust the Islamic State from its self-declared caliphate in Syria and Iraq are scattering the extremist group's fighters and supporters.

Pakistan bans two militant outfits after recent attacks

The updated list on Nacta website shows a total of 63 outfits that have been proscribed by the federal government.

Sen. Jeff Sessions, Rep. Mike Pompeo picked by Donald Trump for top jobs

Sessions and Pompeo would both require Senate confirmation before assuming their designated roles; Flynn would not.

US lawmakers denounce Donald Trump's suggestion of registry for Muslims

South Asian Bar Association (SABA) has also denounced the suggestions of a registry for non citizen Muslims in the US

Donald Trump's staff picks alarm minorities

Black Lives Matter activist said Trump's choice for attorney general "documented racism and previous ineligibility for public office make him unfit to be the standard-bearer for the nation's justice system.''

South Koreans to protest against President Park in large numbers

Emboldened by the huge protests in recent weeks, opposition parties have been stepping up pressure to force Park to quit.

Argentines protesters demand law to fight growing poverty

The government says nearly one of every three Argentines lives in poverty.

Venezuelan first lady's 2 nephews convicted in cocaine case

A defense lawyer told the jury on Thursday in closing arguments that the first lady's nephews should be acquitted because a US sting operation was deeply flawed.

President-elect Donald Trump says he kept Ford from relocating plant to Mexico

Trump's declaration was met with some derision since Ford had not publicly announced plans to move the Lincoln MKC production.

Iraqi forces struggle to tell friend from foe in Mosul street battle

Sharpshooters honed in on black-clad figures scurrying across rooftops or popping out of houses with AK-47s to take a few pot shots.

Contenders for key jobs in Donald Trump administration

A senior Trump official said the job of national security adviser has been offered to retired Lieutenant General Michael Flynn.

Some Turkish military officers at NATO seeking asylum: Alliance chief

At least two Turkish military officials, who were at NATO until they were fired by Ankara in September, are seeking asylum in Belgium, where the alliance has its headquarters.