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Gunmen kill 14 people in Afghanistan's Shiite-majority area; 6 wounded

Islamic State claimed responsibility before Taliban acknowledged shootings, which took place on Thursday and targeted Hazara Shiite people as they travelled between provinces of Ghor and Daikundi

Nasa to establish Lunar Time Standard to set standard time system for Moon

The proposed lunar time standard is to be based on a weighted average of atomic clocks placed on the Moon. It aims to create a standardised time system for the moon

WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to enhance response in Africa

The pre-qualification of the vaccine by Bavarian Nordic A/S means that donors like GAVI the Vaccine Alliance and UNICEF can buy it but supplies are limited because there's only a single manufacturer

'Climate change triggers landslide, sent tremors across Earth for 9 days'

In September 2023, a 1.2 kilometre-high mountain peak in an East Greenland fjord -- a narrow inlet of sea between two steep cliffs -- collapsed, causing a tsunami about 200 metres tall

US puts sanctions on Chinese cos for supporting Pak's missile programme

"The United States will continue to act against proliferation and associated procurement activities of concern, wherever they occur," the statement concluded

Bali imposes construction freeze to tackle overtourism, protect environment

Bali reportedly deported 340 foreign nationals last year for violations, including illegal activities and inappropriate behaviour

US, Lithuania concerned over China's activities in South China Sea

The leaders of two nations underscored the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and expressed opposition to any unilateral attempt

China raises retirement age, now among youngest in world's major economies

The policy will be implemented starting in January next year, according to the announcement from China's legislature reported by state broadcaster CCTV

Russia to expel 6 British diplomats over spying, subversive activities

Starmer said on his way to the US that Britain does not seek any conflict with Russia

China's ITU-approved 6G standards set stage for advanced telecom solutions

The new standards address various requirements of the 6G network, including secure content transmission, data updates, and system performance assessment

From earrings to witchcraft, Trump-Harris debate fuels conspiracy theories

US Presidential debate: Following the Trump-Harris debate, MAGA supporters ignited a wave of conspiracy theories, alleging hidden earpieces and supernatural manipulations

Harvey Weinstein's health delays court appearance amid new charges

The details of the additional charges remain under seal, but they are related to allegations from multiple accusers

China's carrot-and-stick tactics on EU nations starting to pay off

China-made EVs exported to Europe rose 38% in 2023 to 656,000 units, including shipments non-EU countries

China to raise retirement age as pension pressure mounts on economy

This decision comes as China's pension system, the world's largest with 1.05 billion contributors and beneficiaries, faces significant stress from demographic change

History in making: SpaceX mission crew complete first commercial spacewalk

The crew of four on board SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission soared to a record 1,400 km above Earth - the farthest humans have travelled since the Apollo programme over 50 years ago

Blackstone mulls selling majority stake in visa, tech firm VFS Global

Considerations are at an early stage and Blackstone may still decide against pursuing a deal, the report said

Boeing workers strike after 96% vote for walkout in test for new CEO

The workers' first strike since 2008 will start at midnight Pacific time (0700 GMT) as Friday begins, just weeks after new CEO Kelly Ortberg was brought on in August to restore faith

US, British leaders discuss Ukraine's push to ease weapons restrictions

Ukrainian officials renewed their pleas to use Western-provided long-range missiles against targets deeper inside Russia

Rajapaksa heir running for prez even after Lankans' ousted powerful clan

Namal Rajapaksa is presenting himself as an agent of change, but many see his bid for presidency as an attempt by the controversial political dynasty to regain power

Pope concludes Asia trip, reiterates interfaith tolerance to heal world

Francis presided over a gathering of young people from some of the religious traditions that are present in Singapore