US see wake-up call, if not threat, as BRICS expands

WASHINGTON Aug 30 (Online): The United States is racing to improve its messaging to the developing world as the BRICS group grows, although few in Washington view an immediate threat from the Chinese-backed club. The BRICS — Brazil, Russia India, China and South Africa — […]

Vin Diesel’s former-haired look leaves viewers amazed

ISLAMABAD 30 August (Online): Vin Diesel once wore a wig for a movie role, shocking and amusing fans with his transformation. Vin Diesel the eminent Hollywood face who has impressed audiences with his roles in the Fast and Furious franchise, XXX, Guardians of the Galaxy, […]

Indian rover confirms surplur on Moon’s South pole

NEW DELHI Aug 30 (Online): India’s Moon rover has confirmed the presence of sulphur on the lunar South Pole, the country’s space agency said. Last week, India became the first country to land a craft near the largely unexplored South Pole, and just the fourth […]

Toll from heavy rains in Tajikistan rises to 21

Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Aug 30 (AFP/APP): At least 21 people have died following torrential rains in Tajikistan, authorities said Wednesday, the latest natural disaster to hit the mountainous Central Asian country. The deaths were reported in three towns near the capital Dushanbe, after heavy rains on […]

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