Ban seeks South Sudan parties’ cooperation to solve crisis
United Nations – The UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for “full cooperation” of all parties in finding a peaceful solution to the crisis of South Sudan Monday, in a phone call with its president Salva Kiir. Ban welcomed Kiir’s commitment to a cessation of hostilities... read more »
63 Boko Haram militants killed: Nigerian military
Lagos – At least 63 Boko Haram fighters were killed during Nigerian army’s raids following a recent pre-dawn attack on military barracks in Bama town by the militant sect in the northern state of Borno, a military spokesperson said Monday. The military launched ground and air operations... read more »
Merkel extremely dismayed over Schumacher’s fall
Berlin – German Chancellor Angela Merkel was “extremely dismayed” as she heard about the skiing accident of German racing legend Michael Schumacher, her spokesperson said Monday. “Like millions of Germans, the chancellor and government members were extremely dismayed when... read more »
‘Russian blasts necessitate upgrading anti-terror system’
Moscow – Russian experts Monday urged an upgrade of the terror prevention system after two suicide bombings hit the Volgograd city within 24 hours and left 32 killed and over 70 injured. Russia tightened security nationwide after the attacks. “Stopping a terrorist on the spot is not... read more »
Snapchat plays down threat of hackers accessing users’ phone numbers
Washington – Snapchat has reportedly downplayed the security issue with its service, as reported by Gibson security experts, that exposed users’ phone numbers based on their... read more »
Johnson may become fourth Oz bowler in history to collect 40 Test wickets in England serie...
Sydney – Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson may reportedly cap his impressive international comeback by being only the fourth Australian bowler to collect 40 or more wickets in a... read more »
Hens lay more eggs when listening to `soothing classical music`
London – A farmer has found that hens lay more eggs when they listen to opera music. Steve Ledsham played classical tracks and was shocked to find that a group of chickens laid almost... read more »
Xbox consoles and iPhones sparking rise in sleeping problems among kids
London – A new study has revealed that children are facing a rise in sleeping problems caused by playing video games and texting before bedtime. The study from the Liverpool based... read more »
Camels vying for Beauty Crown in UAE contest
London – Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra Camel Festival is home to a unique beauty contest, where the contestant is not your average long-legged-stunners but camels. The Al Dhafra festival, which began... read more »
