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The incredibly odd world we live in

10 images from around the world that show we live in a mad, mad world. A runner high fives a driver passing by after completing the 15th annual Santa Speedo Run, a charity run through......

Imran Khan trades counter attacks with Nawaz Sharif

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan on Friday responded to corruption allegations leveled against him by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, by accusing former premier Nawaz Sharif of failing to......

'If Pakistan is weakened how do we fight terror?'

Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf, who hopes to retake his country's leadership in the 2013 polls, has called the US move to suspend $800 million of military aid to Pakistan "disastrous"......

Princes William, Harry agree with Diana verdict

Princes William and Harry, sons of Princess Diana, on Tuesday concurred with the conclusion of the inquest into their mother's death and hoped it would put an end to speculation that she was......

A 'white flash' led to Princess Diana's death?

A motorist, who witnessed the Paris car crash in which Princess Diana was killed alongside her boyfriend Dodi Al-Fayed ten years back, has claimed that he saw a 'major white flash' moments before......

Air India opposes changes to ownership norms

Existing norms mandate 2/3rd of members of an airline's board must comprise Indian nationals State-owned Air India has opposed changes to guidelines of ownership and control that will make it......

Qatar Airways may start domestic airline in India

In the past, Qatar Airways has repeatedly expressed a desire to invest in IndiGo, the country’s largest domestic airline. State-owned carrier of Qatar, Qatar Airways, will start a new......

Flying abroad on Air India to become costlier

Air India on Thursday increased the fuel surcharge component in fares on several routes.International air travel is set to get costlier as Air India on Thursday increased the fuel surcharge......

Qatar Airways keen to buy stake in IndiGo

Premier Gulf carrier Qatar Airways on Monday said it is keen to acquire a stake in IndiGo "if available", praising the Indian no-frill carrier for its efficiency in containing costs. The statement......

IndiGo rejigs ownership structure ahead of IPO

IndiGo’s promoters have tweaked the airline’s shareholding structure to create headroom for roping in foreign investors. US-based airline veteran Rakesh Gangwal, who held 47.88......

The 10 HIGHLIGHTS of Oscars 2020

Oscars sans a host is like 'having a trial without witnesses. It moves faster but it's not quite the result you wanted.' Nine-time host Billy Crystal is no stranger to the gig nor is he entirely......

Oscars 2020: Joaquin, Renee, Brad win top awards

IMAGE: Joaquin Phoenix, winner of the Actor in a Leading Role award for Joker, Renee Zellweger, winner of the Actress in a Leading Role award for Judy, and Brad Pitt, winner of the Actor in a......

Seeing Afghanistan through a different lens

Three teenage girls have made a brief documentary called The Kabul Cards, which shows a much more cheerful side of Afghanisthan's capital, Kabul. It has broken the stereotype of bombed out sites......

Qatar World Cup: A showcase for political tensions

'Qatari authorities have had to tread a fine balance over Iran and Palestine but, in the end, the tournament once again puts Qatar at the center of regional diplomacy' IMAGE: Fans hold up a shirt......

Tokyo Games: MIND-BOGGLING Pix!

Please click on the images for a better look at the action. IMAGE: Team United States's Cory Juneau warms up prior to the Men's Street Skateboard event. Photograph: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images......

Football Extras: Atletico set to sign Benfica's Felix for $135 million

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field. IMAGE: Joao Felix, 19, made his first-team debut for Benfica last season, helping the Lisbon side win the Portuguese league title.......

Year's fastest man Lyles ready to be a 'big dog'

20-year-old American runs 100m in 9.88 seconds at US Championships. IMAGE: Canada's Aaron Brown, Noah Lyles of the US and Trinidad and Tobago's Jereem Richards in action during the men's 200m at......

Japan charmed by 'new heroine' Naomi Osaka

IMAGE: Many Japanese appear to have embraced the endearing Osaka, charmed by her off-court genuineness as much as her on-court ferocity. Photograph: Al Bello/Getty Images Naomi Osaka is......

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