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Kulgam encounter: Death toll climbs to eight
The death toll in the twin encounters in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir climbed to eight on Sunday as security forces recovered bodies of two more terrorists, officials said. The twin encounters began on Saturday in two villages of Kulgam district."Bodies of two terrorists were recovered from Modergam encounter site while four bodies of terrorists were recovered from Chinnigam site," the officials said.
Elite Season 8: Release date, trailer, cast, characters and more
Elite Season 8, premiering July 26, features a death at Las Encinas. The arrival of influential siblings Emilia and Héctor Krawietz disrupts the school. Omar confronts them, exposing long-standing issues.
Are public executions on the rise in North Korea? The Hermit Kingdom seeks to curb cultural influence from South Korea
A report by the South Korean Ministry of Unification has pointed out that there are a growing number of public executions in North Korea. The hermit kingdom has actively sought to curb cultural influence from its southern neighbor and there are severe punishments to enforce these laws.
In divided Iran, president's death met by muted mourning and furtive celebration
Iran declared five days of mourning for President Ebrahim Raisi, who, along with Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, died in a helicopter crash. While loyalists prayed in mosques, daily life continued with minimal disruption. Opposition groups quietly celebrated Raisi's death, reflecting his controversial legacy, particularly his role in cracking down on women's rights and executing dissidents. Many Iranians doubt his death will change the country's hardline governance. The subdued response contrasts with past public grief for figures like Qasem Soleimani, indicating Raisi's divisive impact.
Who will become Iran President? When is Presidential Election?
Iran President Ebrahim Raisi is dead and now the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei holds the key as a Presidential election has become imminent.
Death toll from south China road collapse rises to 48
China Road Collapse: Heavy rains caused a stretch of road running from Meizhou city towards Dabu county to cave in at around 2:10 am on Wednesday (1810 GMT Tuesday), according to state news agency Xinhua.
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Vietnam tycoon appeals against $27 billion fraud death sentence
Truong My Lan, chair of major developer Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty this month of swindling cash from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade.
The Russian opposition just lost its brightest star Alexei Navalny. What does it do now?
Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian prison colony has left the opposition in a difficult position. With many key figures either dead, exiled, or imprisoned, there is a lack of unified leadership and vision for Russia's future. The elimination of Navalny has led to concerns about the end of political dissent in the country. Despite the challenges, some opposition politicians are trying to build coalitions with anti-war groups and exiled figures to continue the fight for democracy.
Legendary South African all-rounder Mike Procter dies
Procter's career as a fast bowler, capable off-spinner, hard-hitting middle-order batter, and astute captain is etched in the annals of South African cricket history.
Who was Alexei Navalny and what did he say of Russia, Putin and death?
A former lawyer, Navalny rose to prominence with blogs which exposed what he said was vast corruption across the Russian elite, describing Russia as ruled by "crooks and thieves".
Israeli strike kills elite Hezbollah commander Wissam al-Tawil in the latest escalation linked to the war in Gaza
The strike on an SUV killed a commander in a secretive Hezbollah unit that operates along the border, according to a Lebanese security official who spoke on condition of anonymity in keeping with regulations. The commander, Wissam al-Tawil, was a veteran of the Iranian-backed Lebanese force who took part in the 2006 cross-border kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers that triggered the last war between Israel and Hezbollah, an official in the group said.
Lee Sun-kyun’s death: Five of 'Parasite' star's most memorable screen roles
In the wake of Lee Sun-kyun's tragic death, explore the illustrious career of the acclaimed Korean actor through five standout performances, from ethical healthcare dilemmas in "The White Tower" to his compelling role as the disdainful father in the Oscar-winning film "Parasite.”
An egg fried rice recipe shows the absurdity of China's speech limits
One of China's most popular food bloggers drew the wrath of the official Chinese media and internet for making a video of egg fried rice. His offense? He posted an egg fried rice video on Nov. 27, two days after the anniversary of the death of Mao Anying, son of the founder of the People's Republic of China, Mao Zedong. Mao Anying was killed in the Korean War while, legend has it, cooking egg fried rice.
Martin Goetz, who received the first software patent, dies at 93
In 1968, nearly a decade after he and several other partners started the company Applied Data Research, Martin Goetz received his patent, for data-sorting software for mainframes. It was major news in the industry: An article in Computerworld magazine bore the headline "First Patent Is Issued for Software, Full Implications Are Not Known."
ROH Death Before Dishonor 2023: Know date, time, ticket price, match card details
ROH Death Before Dishonor is returning for its 20th edition, and this year's show is sure to be one for the ages. It begins on July 21 at 7 pm ET.
Charlbi Dean: Actor's death reason revealed four months later, read details
The cause of death of Charlbi Dean, a South African actor, who died suddenly four months ago, has been disclosed.
'Sarabhai' actress Vaibhavi Upadhyaya had a Valentine's Day engagement with businessman Jay Gandhi
The actress died after her SUV fell into a gorge near Sidhwan in the Banjar area of Kullu district.
FBI says it has sabotaged hacking tool created by elite Russian spies
The FBI has sabotaged malware known as Snake, which was used in cyberespionage by Russia's FSB security service, according to US authorities. FBI officials launched "Operation Medusa", which identified and disabled malware that targeted undisclosed numbers of American computers. The malware was deemed the FSB's "premier espionage tool". Meanwhile, the Russian hackers responsible, who are known as the Turla group, were described as among the most sophisticated in the business.
Bajaj Allianz Life declares bonus worth Rs 1,201 crore in FY23
Bajaj Allianz Life has declared a bonus of Rs 1,201 crore for the financial year 2022-23, marking the 22nd consecutive year of bonus payment to eligible and participating policyholders. This bonus includes a regular reversionary bonus of Rs 872 crore and a terminal and cash bonus of Rs 329 crore. Out of its 3.5 million policyholders, 11.43 lakh participating policyholders will benefit from the announcement.
American singer & civil rights activist Harry Belafonte passes away at 96
Harry Belafonte, the beloved entertainer and civil rights activist, passed away at the age of 96 on Tuesday due to congestive heart failure. Born to a Jamaican mother and Martinique father, Belafonte was a calypso singer and actor whose campaigning for racial equality was intertwined with his music.
Anime creator Leiji Matsumoto, known for 'Space Battleship Yamato', dies at 85
Matsumoto, whose real name was Akira Matsumoto, died of acute heart failure in a Tokyo hospital.
Ali Fazal's Hollywood film 'Kandhar' starring Gerard Butler to release on May 26 in India
The story is inspired by Mitchell's experiences at the Defense Intelligence Agency in Afghanistan.
Leiji Matsumoto, iconic manga artist, passes away at 85
He was best known for the antiwar anime 'Space Battleship Yamato'
Former Pakistan Prez Gen Pervez Musharraf passes away in Dubai
Former President of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf (Retd) passed away after a prolonged illness, at a hospital in Dubai, news agency ANI reported citing Pakistan's Geo News.
Tyre Nichols beating raises scrutiny on 'elite' police units
The beating and death of Tyre Nichols by five former Memphis police officers who were members of an anti-crime task force has renewed scrutiny on such squads, which frequently wear street clothes and often are involved in a disproportionate number of violent incidents and civilian complaints.
Jamin Pugh 'Jay Briscoe', Ring of Honor wrestler, passes away at 38
All Elite Wrestling released a statement lamenting the untimely death of Jamin Pugh, better known as Jay Briscoe to wrestling fans worldwide. "We are thinking of his family, his friends, and his fans."
German-born supermodel Tatjana Patitz, who dominated fashion in 80s & 90s, dies at 56
Her break in modeling came in 1983 when she won a trip to Paris and a limited term contract.
Vivienne Westwood, punk queen who melded music and fashion together, dies at 81
Westwood later claimed she had no interest in becoming a fashion designer.
World's first artificial womb facility is a creepy glimpse of pregnancy in future, see what it is
EctoLife, the brainchild of Hashem Al-Ghaili, will help infertile parents conceive babies and become true biological parents.
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