KANDAHAR: At least 17 people, including 12 Afghan army soldiers, were killed on Thursday in a helicopter crash in the southern province of Zabul, officials said. “The helicopter crashed in Shinkay district of Zabul province due to technical reasons, killing … read more
MANILA: Gold hovered near a 5-1/2-year low on Wednesday as the dollar strengthened after comments from a Federal Reserve official backed expectations that the U.S. central bank would hike interest rates as early as next month. Atlanta Federal Reserve President … read more
RIYADH: A “terrorist” bomb targeting a mosque used by Saudi police killed at least 17 people Thursday in the southern city of Abha, state television El-Ikhbariya reported. The explosion took place as worshippers were praying at a mosque used by … read more
NOTTINGHAM: United Kingdom: England’s Stuart Broad took 8 wickets as Australia, after losing the toss, sensationally collapsed to 60 all out on the first day of the fourth Test at Trent Bridge on Thursday. Fast-medium bowler Broad’s Test-best return of … read more
DENPASAR: The Indonesian authorities ordered a fresh shutdown of the airport on the resort island of Bali on Thursday, sparking flight cancellations and travel misery for tourists during peak holiday season. Transport ministry spokesman J.A. Barata said Ngurah Rai airport … read more