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Will continue to monitor possibility of North Korea conducting nuclear test

Washington, Aug 3 (IANS) The United States will continue to monitor the possibility of North Korea conducting another nuclear test, a Pentagon spokesperson said, amid concerns that Pyongyang could engage…

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2.3 tonnes of methamphetamine seized in Myanmar

Yangon, Aug 3 (IANS) Myanmar authorities have seized 2.3 tonnes of ICE (methamphetamine) in southern Myanmar's Ayeyarwady region, the state-run daily reported on Saturday. On July 22, a combined team…

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Singapore police investigate 323 for scam

Singapore, Aug 3 (IANS) At least 323 suspects were being investigated for scam offences in Singapore, according to a statement issued by the police. The suspects were identified after conducting…

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Thailand’s top diplomat requests South Korea’s support for smooth entry of Thai travellers

Seoul, Aug 2 (IANS) Thailand's top diplomat requested the South Korean government on Friday to make it more convenient for Thai travellers to visit Seoul, the foreign ministry said, amid…

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Economists maintains forecast of recovery in Malaysia’s manufacturing sector

Kuala Lumpur, Aug 2 (IANS) Despite poor manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) reading in July, economists still expect the recovery in Malaysia's manufacturing sector. Kenanga Research said in a note…

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Monument set up to commemorate North Korean defectors who died during escapes

Seoul, Aug 1 (IANS) The South Korean Unification Ministry on Thursday unveiled a monument near the inter-Korean border to commemorate North Korean defectors who lost their lives during escapes from…

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Confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease soar up to 60 in Melbourne

Sydney, Aug 1 (IANS) Authorities said on Thursday that a major outbreak of Legionnaires' disease resulted in 60 confirmed cases in the Australian state of Victoria. The Victorian Department of…

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Venezuelan President blames opponent for post-election violence

Caracas, July 31 (IANS) Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has blamed the opposition's presidential candidate, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, for the post-election violence unleashed across the nation. "I hold you responsible, Mr.…

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Russia to extend ban on gasoline exports

Moscow, July 31 (IANS) The Russian government has decided to extend its ban on gasoline exports from August to October, local media reported on Wednesday, citing Russian Deputy Energy Minister…

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Hamas leader’s ‘martyrdom’ will strengthen bond with Palestine

Tehran, July 31 (IANS) Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Wednesday said the "martyrdom" of Hamas Politburo Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran will strengthen Iran's "deep and unbreakable" bond…

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New Zealand, Indonesia to enhance cooperation in various fields

Wellington, July 30 (IANS) New Zealand and Indonesia launched a plan of action on Tuesday which sets a course for intensified cooperation to guide bilateral ties over the next five…

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UK mass stabbings: British PM Starmer to visit Southport

London, July 30 (IANS) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to visit Southport on Tuesday where two children were killed and nine others were injured - six of them…

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