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Print - 2015-11-14
Dollar stays broadly lower in New York
Currency

Dollar stays broadly lower in New York

The US dollar dropped for a second day on Thursday as investors booked profits from its precipitous rise in November, sending other major currencies higher. The dollar fell against the euro, yen and Swiss franc, but analysts remained bullish on the longer
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Early trade in New York; Dollar rises against major currencies

Early trade in New York; Dollar rises against major currencies

The dollar moved higher against major currencies on Friday as US retail sales fell short of forecasts but did not alter expectations the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates in December. The 0.1 percent gain in retail sales last month helped push the
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Dollar up against euro in Europe
Currency

Dollar up against euro in Europe

The euro looked set to end the week in positive territory on Friday, a small loss on the day leaving it well above $1.0700 and stymieing those who had expected the greenback to surge again after very strong jobs data a week ago. US retail sales is the mai
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Dollar stalls in Asia
Currency

Dollar stalls in Asia

The dollar stalled on Friday, on track to post weekly losses against the euro and yen, as the market's appetite for risk receded amid a tumble in equities that pulled the greenback further away from its recent highs. The dollar fetched 122.60 yen after ca
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Aussie resilient, kiwi steadies
Currency

Aussie resilient, kiwi steadies

The Australian dollar was on track on Friday to post a 1 percent weekly gain, displaying remarkable resilience amid a commodity tumble and growing speculation of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike next month. The Australian dollar held firm at $0.7132,
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
FTSE hits six-week low as G4S and Rolls-Royce fall

FTSE hits six-week low as G4S and Rolls-Royce fall

Britain's top share index slid to a six-week low on Friday as Rolls-Royce stayed on a losing streak and security group G4S was hit by a broker's target-price cut. The FTSE 100 index ended 1 percent lower at 6,118.28 points, having at one stage fallen to 6
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Southeast Asian stocks weak on foreign selling

Southeast Asian stocks weak on foreign selling

Most Southeast Asian stock markets fell on Friday, weighed down by foreign selling after US Federal Reserve officials' comments on a likely December interest rate hike dented sentiment. Singapore's Straits Times Index dropped 1.1 percent to its lowest clo
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Australian shares plunge

Australian shares plunge

Australian shares fell sharply on Friday, thanks to plunging commodity prices as oil, gold and copper hit multi-year lows amid expectations the United States will hike interest rates next month. The S&P/ASX 200 index dropped 74.4 points or 1.5 percent to
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
PFOWA organises charity bazaar today

PFOWA organises charity bazaar today

Pakistan Foreign Office Women's Association (PFOWA) annual charity Bazaar is being held on Sunday. The event will be inaugurated by the Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and his spouse Reema Ayaz Sadiq. All the proceeds of the Bazaar, as
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

The Upper House of Parliament on Friday witnessed a heated debate on incr-easing trend in foreign debt of the government and failure to come up with a road map to overcome the heavy loans which are badly affecting the purchasing power of people. Ishaq Dar
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

The Upper House of Parliament on Friday witnessed a heated debate on incr-easing trend in foreign debt of the government and failure to come up with a road map to overcome the heavy loans which are badly affecting the purchasing power of people. Ishaq Dar
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Member to Member

Member to Member

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

Don't mislead people on external debt: Dar asks Opposition

The Upper House of Parliament on Friday witnessed a heated debate on incr-easing trend in foreign debt of the government and failure to come up with a road map to overcome the heavy loans which are badly affecting the purchasing power of people. Ishaq Dar
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
BJP frets over growing dissent against Modi

BJP frets over growing dissent against Modi

Senior leaders from India's ruling party are growing uneasy about an internal rebellion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership style, which has punctured his aura of invincibility and threatens to weaken him further. While the 65-year-old, who
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
BJP frets over growing dissent against Modi

BJP frets over growing dissent against Modi

Senior leaders from India's ruling party are growing uneasy about an internal rebellion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership style, which has punctured his aura of invincibility and threatens to weaken him further. While the 65-year-old, who
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday issued notices to Capital Development Authority (CDA) authorities while suspending the auction, scheduled for 16-17 November for five-star hotels sites located at prime locations of the federal capital. A single-member
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday issued notices to Capital Development Authority (CDA) authorities while suspending the auction, scheduled for 16-17 November for five-star hotels sites located at prime locations of the federal capital. A single-member
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
THE RUPEE: minor changes
Currency

THE RUPEE: minor changes

The rupee moved in a narrow band against the dollar on the local currency market on Friday, dealers said. The rupee gained one-paisa against the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 105.43 and 105.45 respectively, they said.
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday issued notices to Capital Development Authority (CDA) authorities while suspending the auction, scheduled for 16-17 November for five-star hotels sites located at prime locations of the federal capital. A single-member
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
THE RUPEE: minor changes
Currency

THE RUPEE: minor changes

The rupee moved in a narrow band against the dollar on the local currency market on Friday, dealers said. The rupee gained one-paisa against the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 105.43 and 105.45 respectively, they said.
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Sites of 5-star hotels: IHC suspends auction

Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday issued notices to Capital Development Authority (CDA) authorities while suspending the auction, scheduled for 16-17 November for five-star hotels sites located at prime locations of the federal capital. A single-member
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
ISE index down 34.28 points

ISE index down 34.28 points

Bears dominated the proceedings at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Friday, where equities showed negative signs under the lead of hot favourite amid decrease in index. ISE Ten Index was down by 34.28 points as the ISE Ten Index moved from 3,002.30 t
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
ISE index down 34.28 points

ISE index down 34.28 points

Bears dominated the proceedings at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Friday, where equities showed negative signs under the lead of hot favourite amid decrease in index. ISE Ten Index was down by 34.28 points as the ISE Ten Index moved from 3,002.30 t
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
LSE index gains 15.19 points

LSE index gains 15.19 points

Bullish sentiments went on for another day on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Friday, with shares gaining amid marginally increased trading turnover ahead of the weekend. The LSE-25 index gained 15.19 points to close at 5,614.81 against 5,599.62 of Thursday
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
LSE index gains 15.19 points

LSE index gains 15.19 points

Bullish sentiments went on for another day on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Friday, with shares gaining amid marginally increased trading turnover ahead of the weekend. The LSE-25 index gained 15.19 points to close at 5,614.81 against 5,599.62 of Thursday
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX
Cotton

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Putin to meet Merkel, Cameron at G20 but not Obama

Putin to meet Merkel, Cameron at G20 but not Obama

Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet his German and British counterparts on the sidelines of the upcoming G20 summit but is not scheduled to have bilateral talks with President Barack Obama, the Kremlin said Friday. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov told re
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
State Owned Entities: 70 percent of privatisation process completed: PC

State Owned Entities: 70 percent of privatisation process completed: PC

Up to 70 percent of privatization process of the State Owned Entities (SOEs) including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Pakistan Steel Mills and Lahore and Faisalabad Electric Supply Distribution Companies has been completed by the Privatisation Com
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Friday (November 13, 2015)

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Finland's economy weakest in eurozone

Finland's economy weakest in eurozone

Finnish gross domestic product contracted more than expected in the third quarter, putting the troubled economy on track for its fourth consecutive year of contraction and weakening expectations for 2016. Previously known for prudent fiscal policy, innova
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sartaj says government ready to facilitate Afghan peace talks

Sartaj says government ready to facilitate Afghan peace talks

Nicholas Haysom, the UN Secretary General's Special Representative for Afghanistan called on Sartaj Aziz, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, here on Friday. Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry was also present in the meeting. The two sid
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Thursday official prices.

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Sartaj says government ready to facilitate Afghan peace talks

Sartaj says government ready to facilitate Afghan peace talks

Nicholas Haysom, the UN Secretary General's Special Representative for Afghanistan called on Sartaj Aziz, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, here on Friday. Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry was also present in the meeting. The two sid
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Thursday official prices.

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Global conference on Dairy Science Park from November 16

Global conference on Dairy Science Park from November 16

The third International Conference on Dairy Science Park will be held on November 16. KP Minister for Local Government and Rural Development Inayatullah Khan will inaugurate the conference. This was revealed during a meeting of the minister with a delegat
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Friday (November 13, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Friday (November 13, 2015) and the forecast for Saturday (November 14, 2015).

Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Reproductive health issues: speakers for proper coordination

Reproductive health issues: speakers for proper coordination

Speakers at consultative session on Reproductive Health have stressed upon the need of proper coordination and liaison between public health institutions and relevant partner organisations to tackle with reproductive health issues of pregnant women, espec
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
IGP KP inaugurates PLCs

IGP KP inaugurates PLCs

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Nasir Khan Durrani Friday inaugurated the establishment of Public Liaison Councils (PLCs) in the Malik Saad Shaheed Police Lines, Peshawar. Addressing the participants in the final session of the
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
PPP leaders barred from issuing statements about army

PPP leaders barred from issuing statements about army

Taking notice of recent statements issued by various Pakistan People's Party (PPP) leaders about Army Chief's criticism at governance issues, party's co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari on Friday barred all from issuing anymore such statements, according to a pr
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
PPP leaders barred from issuing statements about army

PPP leaders barred from issuing statements about army

Taking notice of recent statements issued by various Pakistan People's Party (PPP) leaders about Army Chief's criticism at governance issues, party's co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari on Friday barred all from issuing anymore such statements, according to a pr
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Police find bodies of eight dead babies in German flat

Police find bodies of eight dead babies in German flat

German police said Friday they had found the bodies of eight babies in an apartment in the southern state of Bavaria, in what could be one of the country's worst post-war infanticide case. Police said they were alerted on Thursday afternoon by a resident
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Restoring peace to Balochistan

Restoring peace to Balochistan

Efforts to resolve the Balochistan conflict, essentially a political problem that needed to be resolved through political means, seem to be bearing fruit. During the recent months, a number of militants laid down their arms before provincial cabinet minis
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Rampant corruption

Rampant corruption

Not far from their cozy homes about one hundred families spent their second night on Thursday on the footpaths of Karachi. They have lost their homes in the Moon Garden housing complex, following an order of the Sindh High Court in a dispute over the owne
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
The economics of stagnation

The economics of stagnation

Governments are prone to repeat their actions and have no need for deductive or inductive logic. That new thinking adds to the worry of the actual work stations is a concern. Governments can allow an elephant to go through and at times hold on to the tail
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
The Zarb-e-Azb and after

The Zarb-e-Azb and after

The Army's well-planned military operations to rid North Waziristan of militants has been a major success; there is a sharp drop in acts of terrorism throughout Pakistan. The frequency of militants attacks was 154 per month, it has now come down to 71 per
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Solar - the better alternative to overcome power cuts

Solar - the better alternative to overcome power cuts

Energy is the first and foremost necessity of life on the earth, which the sun is sending out to our planet free of cost since its creation. Most often it is called solar energy, which is being utilised by the human beings since centuries. In addition to
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
IMF: The Ninth Review
Currency

IMF: The Ninth Review

This is apropos "IMF: The Ninth Review" carried by the newspaper on Tuesday. The writer, noted economist Dr Hafiz Pasha, has begun his argument by saying that "the IMF has once again adopted a soft and sympathetic approach to reviewing Pakistan's performa
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Cotton falls to one-month low as weak US shipments weigh
Cotton

Cotton falls to one-month low as weak US shipments weigh

ICE cotton futures fell on Friday, touching a one-month low, under pressure from disappointing US government weekly export data, outside market pressure and a rising US dollar. Sales of upland cotton were down and shipments slumped 57 percent from the pre
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Dar lauds FBR for strong defence against Agility's case

Dar lauds FBR for strong defence against Agility's case

Minister for Finance Senator Ishaq Dar has lauded the efforts of FBR and its legal team for putting up strong and successful defence in the case filed by Agility Pvt (Ltd), a Kuwait-based Company, against the Government of Pakistan. FBR's vigorous pursuan
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
NAB KP arrests ex-DG PHA for alleged embezzlement

NAB KP arrests ex-DG PHA for alleged embezzlement

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Friday arrested Javed Ahmad, ex-Director General Provincial Housing Authority (PHA) for alleged embezzlement and misappropriation of funds through over payment to illegal and fake owners of land a
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Nepra uncaps NHP of KPK to Rs 1.10 per unit as interim arrangement

Nepra uncaps NHP of KPK to Rs 1.10 per unit as interim arrangement

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has uncapped Net Hydel Profit (NHP) of Khyber Pakhtunkhawa from Rs 6 billion per annum to Rs 1.10 per unit as an interim arrangement which will generate Rs 18.740 billion per annum for Wapda which w
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Urdu version of important laws being placed on SECP website

Urdu version of important laws being placed on SECP website

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has completed Urdu translation of a number of laws, rules and other documents. Urdu version of important laws is being placed at the SECP website for the benefit of investors and general public.
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Soyabean oil import rises to $23.242 million in September

Soyabean oil import rises to $23.242 million in September

The country's import of soyabean oil shot up by 113 percent to $23.242 million in September 2015, official figures said. The import bill of soyabean oil on an annual basis stands at $12.308 million in September 2015 as compared to the oil import of $10.93
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
EU envoy, KP Governor discuss regional situation

EU envoy, KP Governor discuss regional situation

Ambassador of the European Union to Pakistan, Jean-Francois Cautain called on the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor, Sardar Mahtab Ahmad Khan here at Governor's House, Peshawar on Friday. The distinguished guest remained with the Governor for some time and disc
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Agreements, MoUs inked to cement Pak-Tajik ties

Agreements, MoUs inked to cement Pak-Tajik ties

President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, paid a state visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan from November 11-13, at the invitation of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. The President was accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising the
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
General Fan meets Naval Chief

General Fan meets Naval Chief

General Fan Changlong, Vice Chairman of Central Military Commission of People's Republic of China, accompanied by 24-member delegation, paid an official visit to Pakistan. Upon arrival at PNS Mehran, the honourable dignitary was received by Commander Kara
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Pakistan for resolution of Middle East conflict

Pakistan for resolution of Middle East conflict

Pakistan has called for settlement of the Middle East conflict by establishing an independent State of Palestine with East Jerusalem its capital. This was stated by Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Dr Maleeha Lodhi, while taking p
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Academic linkages to yield fruits of knowledge: Turkish envoy

Academic linkages to yield fruits of knowledge: Turkish envoy

"Pak-Turkish Academic linkages will yield fruits of knowledge," Turkish Ambassador in Pakistan Sadik Babur Girgin stated this while speaking at an interactive session with senior faculty members and students from Degree programmes of Institute of Manageme
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Zardari felicitates Bhurguri

Zardari felicitates Bhurguri

Co-Chairman Pakistan Peoples' Party and former President, Asif Ali Zardari has felicitated Noor Ahmed Bhurguri on his success in the election of provincial Assembly, constituency PS-67 Mirpurkhas. Former President in a message to compliment Noor Ahmed Bhu
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Gas load management plan big example of failure: Sarwar

Gas load management plan big example of failure: Sarwar

The Punjab-based Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has called the government's six-to-eight-hour gas load management plan for domestic consumers and stoppage of gas for factories and textile industries "the worst example of its failures". Party Organiser Chaudhary
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
ISPR statement: PESA regrets politicians' reaction

ISPR statement: PESA regrets politicians' reaction

The Pakistan Ex-servicemen Association (PESA) on Friday regretted the reaction of some of the politicians to Corps Commanders concern over slow implementation of National Action Plan (NAP). "Some politicians are terming the concern expressed by army as in
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Nigerian team meets FJMU VC

Nigerian team meets FJMU VC

A five-member of Nigerian government delegation headed by former governor Sokoto State Senator Aliyu M Wamakko met the Fatima Jinnah Medical University's (FJMU) vice-chancellor on Friday to decide about cooperation in medical education and educational pro
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Egypt Air barred from flying into Russia

Egypt Air barred from flying into Russia

Russian aviation authorities have banned Egypt Air from flying into the country, one of Moscow's airports said Friday, with Russian flights between the two countries already suspended following the passenger jet crash in Sinai. Moscow's Domodedovo airport
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
SHC stops evacuation process

SHC stops evacuation process

Sindh High Court has ordered the police to stop the process of evacuation of Moon Garden residents till 19th of November. Karachi police had earlier sealed Moon Garden flats on Friday after negotiations with residents. Police along with female constables,
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Martin Dow setting up clinic for IBA students

Martin Dow setting up clinic for IBA students

A leading pharmaceutical company of Pakistan, Martin Dow, as a part of its CSR initiative, is setting up a clinic in the premises of Institute Business Administration's (IBA) University, to meet basic health care needs of its students. The clinic's ground
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
US CG visits USAID projects

US CG visits USAID projects

The US Consul General in Karachi, Brian Heath, visited US Agency for International Development (USAID) projects in Sanghar, including the District Headquarters Hospital and Khatoon-e-Pakistan School.
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Proposed city to generate huge economic activity: Agha

Proposed city to generate huge economic activity: Agha

The proposed economic city near Lillah Interchange along Motorway (M-2) is expected to generate huge economic activity during its construction phase, said Ali Agha, Manager New Economic City Development Project of the Urban Unit Punjab. He was addressing
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
FFC sends relief goods to quake victims

FFC sends relief goods to quake victims

Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited, Pakistan's premium fertilizer brand, has successfully concluded its relief program for the affectees of the massive earthquake that struck Pakistan on October 26, 2015. According to an announcement of the company here on
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Microsoft launches drive for schools

Microsoft launches drive for schools

Microsoft has launched the 'Upgrade Your World' campaign' in Pakistan, to create awareness among the school children, about the benefits of upgrading your computers to the latest Microsoft 'Windows 10' - best ever Windows. This series of Road shows will s
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
US sanctions North Korea ambassador to Myanmar over arms deals

US sanctions North Korea ambassador to Myanmar over arms deals

The US Treasury blacklisted North Korea's ambassador in Myanmar Friday, calling him a "facilitator" of Pyongyang's already-sanctioned arms trading company Komid. The Treasury placed on its sanctions list Kim Sok Chol, the ambassador, as well as Komid offi
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Norway disarms its police officers

Norway disarms its police officers

Norway's police, who have been authorised to carry firearms for the past year due to a heightened threat of Islamist attacks, will be unarmed again now that the threat level has been lowered, police said Friday. National police chief Odd Reidar Humlegard
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Six killed as Ukrainian helicopter crashes in Slovakia

Six killed as Ukrainian helicopter crashes in Slovakia

At least six people died when a Mi-2 helicopter registered in Ukraine crashed in eastern Slovakia, the EU member's Interior Minister Robert Kalinak said Friday. He told reporters that the accident likely occurred Wednesday - when the helicopter crossed th
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Congo militia leader to go free as ICC cuts term

Congo militia leader to go free as ICC cuts term

The International Criminal Court Friday cut a 12-year prison term imposed on a Congolese militia leader for a brutal attack on a village, saying he would be freed in January after he had voiced regret for his actions. A panel of three judges from the war
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
South African students win university language victory

South African students win university language victory

After months of turmoil at South African universities, student protesters on Friday won the right to be taught in English at Stellenbosch University, the intellectual home of Afrikaners during apartheid. It was the latest victory for increasingly militant
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Baghdad bombings targeting Shias kill at least 15

Baghdad bombings targeting Shias kill at least 15

Attacks targeting Shias in Baghdad, including a suicide bombing at a funeral in a mosque, killed at least 15 people on Friday, security and medical officials said. The suicide bombing inside the Al-Ashara al-Mubashareen mosque in the Amil area of south Ba
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Israeli father and son, three Palestinians killed in West Bank

Israeli father and son, three Palestinians killed in West Bank

An Israeli father and son were shot dead in an apparent ambush near Hebron Friday on a day that also saw three Palestinians die after being shot by Israeli soldiers. An unknown assailant killed the two Israelis when he opened fire on a car near the Jewish
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
Iraq Kurd chief announces 'liberation' of Sinjar from IS

Iraq Kurd chief announces 'liberation' of Sinjar from IS

Iraqi Kurdish leader Massud Barzani announced the "liberation" of Sinjar from the Islamic State group Friday in an assault backed by US-led air strikes that cut a key jihadist supply line with Syria. The operation, led by the autonomous Kurdish region's p
Published 14 Nov, 2015 12:00am
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