KIEV: A Ukrainian fighter jet has been shot down by a Russian anti-aircraft system in the east of the country, where Kiev is fighting pro-Moscow rebels, Ukraine´s military said on Saturday. “A Russian anti-aircraft system shot down an Su-25 fighter. … read more
KABUL:Taliban militants Saturday attacked an Afghan intelligence service office in the eastern city of Jalalabad, killing at least three people in a bomb and gun assault, officials said. “The attack was carried out by a vehicle bomb on the Nangarhar … read more
UNITED NATIONS: UN officials have received assurances that 44 peacekeepers detained by Syrian rebels in the Golan Heights are safe and in good health, a UN spokesman said Friday. Syrian armed fighters, including some linked to the Al-Qaeda affiliate Al-Nusra … read more
WASHINGTON: The “Ice Bucket Challenge” viral craze has raised more than $100 million after sweeping the globe since its launch last month, organizers said Friday. The phenomenally popular stunt — which sees participants being doused in a bucket of ice-cold … read more
WASHINGTON : Authorities in Connecticut on Friday were investigating a possible threat against President Barack Obama, local media reported. The U.S. Secret Service, which is responsible for presidential security, issued a statement saying, “Information has been received by law enforcement … read more