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Obama has pointed to Australian gun legislation as proof mass shootings can be reduced. But an Australian researcher is not so sure.

The US Veterans Affairs department is in dilemma over claims regarding the toxic exposures of veterans and is joining hands with organisations to find the best possible solution.

U.S. President Barack Obama said it is only possible to defeat Islamic State if Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad steps down.

U.S. President Barack Obama said the world would be a more secure place if China and the U.S. worked together.

The Swiss Federal authorities have announced a temporary ban on VW's diesel-powered cars, barring Euro6 emission models.

Alexis Tsipras took office on Wednesday with the aim of tackling a diminishing economy and the refugee crisis.

China continues to suffer from an economic meltdown but a recent survey claims that it is not as disastrous as many credit it to be.

Australia has begun its airstrike campaign in Syria as world leaders debate whether they should expand the campaign in light of war consequences.

Sandiford’s executions were put on hold by the Indonesian government so it can focus on the country's economic reforms.

As Russia prepares its soldiers to fight in Syria, it has demanded the U.S. establish direct military-to-military engagements in the country.

Australia will be part of the air offensive efforts in Syria to fight terror groups and address the region’s humanitarian crisis.

The Hungarian camerawoman who was filmed tripping refugees has apologised and said she didn’t deserve the death threats.

Petra Laszlo, a Hungarian camera woman caught on camera kicking refugees while they were trying to escape police, has been fired.

The University of Queensland's Phil Orchard argues that solving Europe's migrant crisis is only possible with a comprehensive, global program.

Increasing numbers of refugees are using fake Syrian passports to get permanent asylum, which could reduce the chances of real Syrians entering other countries.

According to Amnesty International, six major Gulf countries including Saudi Arabia and the UAE have offered zero resettlement places to Syrian refugees.

Cars flying may no longer be a mere fiction.

The honour is a recognition for New Zealand and its hospitality industry.

The implant joins other methods to curb body weight.

Canada's challenges in Arctic region will be addressed by the new deal.

It is a succesful test towards greener aviation.

Thousands joined a global unity rally in honour of those killed by extremists during the Charlie Hebdo attacks in Paris.

Both sides are working around workable solutions than getting dogmatic about their respective positions.

Airlift rescue operations continue on the burning Norman Atlantic off the island of Corfu.

Air Asia Flight QZ 8501 made headlines yesterday when the aircraft went missing en route to Singapore and now rescuers believe that the plane is now on the ocean floor.

Several photos of the Sydney siege revealed the true picture.

Protesters got involved in violent altercations with police after the grand jury decision went in favour of the officer responsible for Ferguson shooting.

New York residents have been warned to brace for more snow this weekend.

Lava from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is already threatening homes in Pahoa.