August2016
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Pollution as deadly as cancer
The exact extent of correlation between pollution and cancer may not be known at this point but the two deadly menaces share one similarity in terms of their devastating effects on human beings. A UN official...August 31, 2016 711 0 -
Pellet firing in Kashmir causing dead eyes; Where are Pakistan-India talks?
The New York Times ran a detailed piece on Sunday on the ongoing violence, with curfew rendering streets of Srinagar into “ghostly emptiness” since protests broke out around mid-July. India started using pellet guns in Kashmir...August 31, 2016 1093 0 -
US, India agree on facilitating military logistics
In a major step toward expanding bilateral defense cooperation, the United States and India have signed a military logistics agreement that allows the two countries to use each other’s land, air and naval bases for supplies,...August 31, 2016 657 0 -
Top Clinton aide Huma Abedin and Weiner separating
Huma Abedin, a top Pakistani and Indian origin aide to Hillary Clinton, Monday announced she is separating from her husband, Anthony D Weiner, a former Representative, following another sexting scandal. “After long and painful consideration and...August 29, 2016 778 0 -
Young people view world full of opportunities; corruption as big problem
The Global Shapers Annual Survey 2016 has revealed a mix of hopes and concerns among young people – with 70% believing the world offers them opportunities for growth and climate change, corruption and lack of accountability as...August 29, 2016 980 0 -
Message of forgiveness in Ben-Hur has relevance for troubled times: Nazanin Boniadi
Nazanin Boniadi, a lead cast in Ben-Hur movie, says the theme of forgiveness in the faith story has great relevance for the troubled times – offering an opportunity to be inspired toward that value of kindness....August 28, 2016 1086 0 -
Pakistan’s majestic mountains, vibrant culture enthrall Spanish tourist
Few countries on the planet present the contrasts that define Pakistan when it comes to the difference between the distant media portrayals and the vibrancy of its culture that can be experienced with a visit to...August 28, 2016 847 0 -
Music star DJ Khaled endorses Hillary Clinton
DJ Khaled, one of the most prominent Muslims in US music, has announced that he’ll be voting for Democratic Hillary Clinton in the November 8 presidential election. The endorsement for Clinton came as the “Major Key” rapper sat...August 27, 2016 916 0 -
What is the best way to preserve water?
Climate change effects, a fast-growing population and development usage are putting a high premium on future availability of the precious resource. Already around 1.6 billion people live in countries with physical water scarcity – a figure...August 27, 2016 971 0 -
Zika virus could affect adult brains too: New Study
A new study has revealed that Zika virus, until recently considered a threat to developing babies, could also damage adult brains. Hongda Li of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and The Rockefeller University in New York...August 27, 2016 812 0