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Japan pledges $5 million to help immunise 13 million Afghan children against Polio

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): Japan has provided USD 5 million through UNICEF to bolster polio eradication efforts and strengthen...


Japanese envoy urges Taliban to reopen schools for girls, warns of healthcare crisis

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): Japanese Ambassador in Kabul, Takayoshi Kuromaya, has called on the Taliban government in Afghanistan...


Viral promo invites Americans to vacation in Afghanistan

The video features a blend of dark comedy, views of the Afghan countryside, and military visuals A bizarre promotional video targeting...


Asia Album: Organic melons ripe in Afghanistan

KABUL, July 11 (Xinhua) -- The golden organic melon exudes a tempting aroma, attracting customers to stop and choose at a local market...


WHO warns of rising spread of infectious diseases among deported Afghan migrants, calls for increasing medical resources

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a warning regarding the rising spread of infectious...


AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-MARKET-MELON

(250710) -- KABUL, July 10, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Vendors unload melons at a local market in Kabul, Afghanistan, July 10, 2025. Melon is...


Mohsin Dawar blames Islamabad for crisis in Waziristan, demands end to militarised policies

Peshawar [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI): Mohsin Dawar, Central Chairman of the National Democratic Movement (NDM) and former Member of Pakistan's...


WHO warns of infectious disease surge among deported Afghan migrants amid poor sanitary conditions

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 10 (ANI): The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised an alarm over the rapid spread of infectious diseases...


Trump calls Afghanistan withdrawal "most embarrassing moment" in US history

Washington DC [US], July 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has once again strongly criticised the withdrawal of American troops from...


Russia seizes the initiative in Central Asia with bold Afghan move

By recognizing Afghanistan, Moscow confirms its central role in Eurasia Russia's recent decision to officially recognize the Islamic...


ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders

The International Criminal Court has long been accused of giving Western crimes a free pass with selective justice The International...


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Gaza War sucking life out of an Israeli generation

Gaza War sucking life out of an Israeli generation

In the past month alone, 23 Israeli soldiers have been killed in Gaza—three more than the number of remaining living hostages held...

Faulty IT system at heart of UK Post Office scandal, says report

Faulty IT system at heart of UK Post Office scandal, says report

LONDON, U.K.: At least 13 people are believed to have taken their own lives as a result of the U.K.'s Post Office scandal, in which...

Travelers can now keep shoes on at TSA checkpoints

Travelers can now keep shoes on at TSA checkpoints

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Travelers at U.S. airports will no longer need to remove their shoes during security screenings, Department of Homeland...

Rubio impersonator used AI to reach officials via Signal: cable

Rubio impersonator used AI to reach officials via Signal: cable

WASHINGTON, D.C.: An elaborate impersonation scheme involving artificial intelligence targeted senior U.S. and foreign officials in...

Warsaw responds to migration pressure with new border controls

Warsaw responds to migration pressure with new border controls

SLUBICE, Poland: Poland reinstated border controls with Germany and Lithuania on July 7, following Germany's earlier reintroduction...

Deadly July 4 flash floods renew alarm over NWS staffing shortages

Deadly July 4 flash floods renew alarm over NWS staffing shortages

WASHINGTON, D.C.: After months of warnings from former federal officials and weather experts, the deadly flash floods that struck the...

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FTC’s rule to ease subscription cancellations struck down by court

FTC’s rule to ease subscription cancellations struck down by court

WASHINGTON, D.C.: A federal rule designed to make it easier for Americans to cancel subscriptions has been blocked by a U.S. appeals...

Musk’s X loses CEO Linda Yaccarino amid AI backlash, ad woes

BASTROP, Texas: In a surprising turn at Elon Musk's X platform, CEO Linda Yaccarino announced she is stepping down, just months after...

Ex-UK PM Sunak takes advisory role at Goldman Sachs

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Former British prime minister Rishi Sunak will return to Goldman Sachs in an advisory role, the Wall Street...

Gold ETF inflows hit 5-year high as tariffs drive safe-haven bets

LONDON, U.K.: Physically backed gold exchange-traded funds recorded their most significant semi-annual inflow since the first half...

PwC: Copper shortages may disrupt 32 percent of chip output by 2035

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: Some 32 percent of global semiconductor production could face climate change-related copper supply disruptions...

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Jaishankar "delighted" as Maratha Military Landscapes get UNESCO World Heritage tag
Jaishankar "delighted" as Maratha Military Landscapes get UNESCO World Heritage tag

New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed happiness after the 'Maratha Military Landscapes...


Japan pledges $5 million to help immunise 13 million Afghan children against Polio
Japan pledges $5 million to help immunise 13 million Afghan children against Polio

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): Japan has provided USD 5 million through UNICEF to bolster polio eradication efforts and strengthen...


Jaishankar offers warm wishes to Mongolian FM on Naadam Festival
Jaishankar offers warm wishes to Mongolian FM on Naadam Festival

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Friday offered warm wishes as Mongolia begins the celebrations...


Japanese envoy urges Taliban to reopen schools for girls, warns of healthcare crisis
Japanese envoy urges Taliban to reopen schools for girls, warns of healthcare crisis

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): Japanese Ambassador in Kabul, Takayoshi Kuromaya, has called on the Taliban government in Afghanistan...


Viral promo invites Americans to vacation in Afghanistan
Viral promo invites Americans to vacation in Afghanistan

The video features a blend of dark comedy, views of the Afghan countryside, and military visuals A bizarre promotional video targeting...


CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-YAKESHI-"UNDER-FOREST" ECONOMY-TOURISM (CN)
CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-YAKESHI-"UNDER-FOREST" ECONOMY-TOURISM (CN)

(250711) -- HULUN BUIR, July 11, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows tourists enjoying boating at a...


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Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Expectations were high for this top of the line Hyatt product in "The Big Easy". The taxi rolled up to the rear of the ...