SINGAPORE: Oil prices rose in Asia Wednesday, underpinned by concerns about the Ukraine crisis as fierce armed confrontation between government forces and pro-Moscow separatists continued unabated leaving dozens dead. US benchmark, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for delivery in July, rose … read more
JUBA: An outbreak of cholera in South Sudan has killed 23 people and infected at least 670, aid officials said Tuesday, May 27, warning the outbreak of the deadly disease could still get worse. The cases, all in the capital … read more
KOLKATA: Robin Uthappa prolonged a stellar season and took the record for the most runs scored by an Indian batsman in an IPL season. Gautam Gambhir, though scratchy with the bat, had helmed an impressive turnaround by Kolkata Knight Riders. … read more
NEW YORK: US computer chip giant Intel (Berlin: INL.BE – news) announced Tuesday a partnership with Chinese tech firm Rockchip to produce low-cost Android-based tablet computers. The two companies will produce “a range of entry-level Android tablets worldwide” with the … read more
By Hadia Rahman It was 3 AM when light was glowing in Ahmad’s room. His mother woke up for Tahajud’s prayer and went straight to his room. She thought his son would be studying because of his approaching exams but … read more