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Was the Maldives-India New Visa Agreement in the Making Since 2009?
While there is yet to be an official word from the Ministry of External Affairs on the same, Shahid confirmed that the new agreement would be signed during the newly-elected President Ibrahim Solih’s visit to India in December.
Japan’s New Move May Upset Balance of Power in Asia, Deter China From Rash Actions
That order would include a version of the jet that can take-off and land vertically, a feature that could prompt Japan to transform some of its existing ships into aircraft carriers so that it can operate the fighters at sea -- a capability they have not...
Another Canadian Diplomat Diagnosed with Mysterious Cuba Brain Injury
Those who were afflicted included global affairs, immigration and national defense staff at the embassy as well as their spouses and children.
Hong Kong Tourist Bus Rams Into Taxi, 5 Killed as Passengers Fly Out of Windows
The back half of the taxi was completely crushed and part of the front of the coach sheared off following the crash on the island of Tsing Yi.
China Orders Halt to Baby Gene-editing Activities: State TV
The experiment, which was led by Chinese scientist He Jiankui, claims to have altered the DNA of twin girls born a few weeks ago to prevent them from contracting HIV.
'A Murder Spree Stretching From Coast to Coast': 78-year-old Man is Most Prolific Serial Killer in US History
"Little's method of killing also didn't always leave obvious signs that the death was a homicide," the FBI said. "The one-time competitive boxer usually stunned or knocked out his victims with powerful punches and then strangled them," it said.
Ivanka Trump Says 'Lock her up!' Doesn't Apply in Her Case of Using Private Mail for Official Work
Ivanka Trump had reportedly sent hundreds of emails about government business from a personal email account last year to White House aides, Cabinet members and her assistant.
Document Reveals Robert Mueller Focused on Tip About WikiLeaks Plans
The document provides a window into an active part of Mueller's investigation into Russian election interference and possible coordination with Donald Trump's associates.
Trudeau, Trump Share 'Disappointment' Over General Motors Plant closures
Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump, who have been at loggerheads for months, are expected to meet at the G20 summit in Argentina at the end of the week.
Riot Over Relocation of Hindu Temple in Malaysia, 21 Detained
The melee began Monday morning when a group of intruders attacked Indian devotees praying at the Sri Maha Mariamman temple in central Selangor state and burned vehicles.
French President Macron Acknowledges Protests Over Taxes, But Won’t ‘Change Course’
The 40-year-old centrist acknowledged that many struggling households felt penalised by an increase in fuel taxes this year, the spark for road blockades and demonstrations over the past 10 days.
Doggie Diplomacy: S. Korean President, Wife Play With Puppies Gifted by Kim Jong Un
Images released on Sunday show the couple smiling as they sit on the ground outside their residence in Seoul surrounded by the six pups and their mother Gomi.
145 Pilot Whales Die in Shocking Stranding on Remote New Zealand Beach
A hiker discovered the pilot whales in two pods about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) apart late Saturday on Stewart Island. About 75 were already dead and conservation workers decided to euthanize the others due to their poor condition and remote location.
Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Western Iran, At Least 70 Injured
Sunday night's earthquake struck near Sarpol-e Zahab in Iran's Kermanshah province, which suffered half of the casualties from last year's quake and where some still remain homeless.
Democrats to Probe Trump's Money Ties to Russia, Saudis, Says US Lawmaker
Adam Schiff, currently the ranking Democrat on the intelligence committee, accused Trump of being "dishonest" about the role of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
'His Light Would Never Fade': Khashoggi's Daughters Promise to Keep His Legacy Alive
The daughters remember their father, affectionately refered to as "Baba," as a "loving man with a big heart" who traveled widely and always returned bearing "gifts and fascinating stories."