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A year after Assad's fall, Syrian hopes for transitional justice are fading

France, Dec. 8 -- In the aftermath of the overthrow of Assad, demonstrators proclaimed the victorious unity of the Syrian people, from Idlib to Suwayda, Latakia to Raqqa. A year later, following seve... Read More


Obasanjo speaks on constitution review, criticises Nigerian lawmakers' huge earnings

Nigeria, Dec. 8 -- Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticised the substantial salaries and running costs earned by Nigeria's federal lawmakers, arguing that the earnings are unjustifiable in a ... Read More


Congress suspends Navjot Kaur Sidhu over 'Rs 500-crore suitcase' remark, despite her clarification

India, Dec. 8 -- The Congress has suspended Navjot Kaur Sidhu, former MLA and wife of cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu, after her explosive remark alleging that a "suitcase of Rs. 500 cr... Read More


Indonesia races to restore services at flood-hit hospitals in Sumatra

Jakarta, Dec. 8 -- The Indonesian government is accelerating cleaning, repairs, and service restoration at regional hospitals affected by recent floods and landslides in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West ... Read More


Sydney Sweeney addresses plastic surgery rumours, reveals the only procedure she's ever had: 'You have no idea.'

India, Dec. 8 -- Sydney Sweeney may be one of Hollywood's most talked-about young stars, but with fame has come an unending cycle of scrutiny - especially over her appearance. Now, the 28-year-old act... Read More


Melissa McCarthy sparks buzz with toned figure look as she returns to host Saturday Night Live for sixth time

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- Melissa McCarthy returned to Saturday Night Live last week and immediately drew attention, both for her performance and for her appearance. The actor, hosting the NBC sketch show ... Read More


Sakeena Itoo conducts extensive inspection of SMHS Hospital Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Dec. 8 -- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today carried out an extensive inspection of SMHS Hospital Srinagar, during which the Ministe... Read More


A broad slowdown is gipping China's economy-and the pressure is building

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- China remains one of the world's most powerful economies, with its influence still expanding in critical sectors. Its high-tech industries continue to grow, it is pushing aggressi... Read More


Malayalam actor Dileep acquitted in 2017 actress assault case by Kerala Court

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- The Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court on Monday acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 actress assault case, a landmark verdict in one of Kerala's most closely watched crim... Read More


EDITORIAL: More seats for women in parliament; an overdue idea

Nigeria, Dec. 8 -- Stakeholders have pointed out the urgency of the greater representation of women within the political decision-making space, particularly in the Nigerian legislature, both at the na... Read More