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An Israeli Air Force Pilot At The Tel Nof Air Base In Central Israel

ISIS Receives Food, Ammunition Due To Mistake Of Iraqi Pilots

Iraqi pilots had given the ISIS jihadi fighters a supply ration of food, water and ammunition by mistake.

Turkey Is Also Ready To Fight ISIS Terror: NATO Promises To Defend

Turkey is shedding its hesitancy to join the US coalition after its a wait and watch policy.

ISIS Supporters are Walking Among the Many in the United States – Report

A man sits under a sign with flag belonging to the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) along a street in the city of Mosul June 12, 2014.

The United States has already a number of ISIS supporters in its soil.

Kiwi Twitter Gate: Labour Leader Cunliffe’s Wife Admits Using Twiter Account To Abuse MPs Opposed To Her Husband

Social media is finding innovative usage in the hands of some politicians.

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A pro-democracy protester argues with a pro-Beijing demonstrator (not pictured) as people block areas around the government headquarters building in Hong Kong, October 1, 2014. Thousands of pro-democracy protesters thronged the streets of Hong Kong early

Hong Kong Protest in Photos, Video Captures Magnitude of Action

China has been busy scouring the Web and deleting photos and comments concerning the Hong Kong protests.

Esther Tanquintic-Misa Oct 01, 2014

Protesters from the activist group ANSWER (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism) rally against U.S. bombing in Syria in front of the White House in Washington, September 25, 2014. REUTERS/Larry Downing

Airstrikes Against ISIS Has Claimed Innocent Lives In Syria, Dubbed ‘Ineffective’ By Jihadi Fighters, US Military To Ask For More Spending Money

ISIS jihadi fighters were long prepared for the airstrikes of the U.S.-led coalition.

Esther Tanquintic-Misa Oct 01, 2014

New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key Smiles After the General Election in Auckland.

New Zealand Labour Party MPs Want Early End To Leadership Crisis: Cunliffe Losing Ground

It is a dilemma when the leader is ready to lead but the party is not and has few alternatives.

Kalyan Kumar Oct 01, 2014

Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott During An Official Visit To Putrajaya, Malaysia

Australia Arrests Alleged Islamic State Financier in Melbourne: FBI Tip Off Led to Detailed Investigation

Greater vigil by the government will be a deterrent to terror but it should not look like a panic reaction.

Kalyan Kumar Oct 01, 2014

A Mother From Syria Is Crying With Her Child

Syria Calls for Big Fight Against ISIS: But Doubts Sincerity of Some Partners in The U.S. Coalition

Syria is the net gainer as it weakened the ant-Assad rebels by capitalising on the anxieties of the U.S and its allies..

Kalyan Kumar Oct 01, 2014

U.S. President Barack Obama departs after delivering a statement from Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, during his vacation August 20, 2014. Obama on Wednesday condemned the Islamic State militants who beheaded an American journalist as "a cance

ISIS Becomes A Poll Issue In US Senate Race: Democrats Under Fire for Obama Regime's Leniency On Terror Groups

Obama's policy of neutrality has turned into a emotionally charged domestic issue of security for political rivals.

Kalyan Kumar Oct 01, 2014

Putin walks past Obama at the G20 in St. Petersburg

Former Australian PM Julia Gillard Says Setting Economic Growth Target In G20 'Not Enough'

Ex-prime minister Julia Gillard said if given the chance, she would not only focus on setting economic targets in the G20 meeting in Brisbane but tackle structural reforms to boost growth.

Reissa Su Sep 30, 2014

International and Australian aircrews involved in the search for missing Malaysia Airlines plane MH370

MH 370 Search In Ocean To Intensify With Hi Tech Ships Joining The Plane Hunt From October

Since the undersea search is relying more on scientific data the success rate is likely to be high.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

New Zealand PM Under Pressure To Support Coalition Forces In Iraq: NZ First Party Wants Parliament To Decide

When Australia is getting ready to send forces to Iraq, may be New Zealand also wanted a token participation in the Middle East.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

Obama’s Bid To Blame Intelligence Chief For Inaction On ISIS Backfires: McCain Asks Obama To Admit Own Mistakes

Passing the buck looks easy now after losing the opportunity act on ISIS.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

Protesters take pictures with their mobile phones as they block the main street to the financial Central district, outside the government headquarters in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Protests: US Urges Restraint By Authorities; Supports More Autonomy

China may not like to persist with Hong Kong's One Nation: Two Systems model for long, as it fears such demands from its hinterland.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott inspects the guard of honour during an official visit in Putrajaya

Australia All Set To Join The U.S Coalition For Air Strikes In Iraq: Cabinet Nod Expected Any Time

After the humanitarian assistance rendered in Northern Iraq it is logical for Australia to join the airstrikes to dismantle the terror bases.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

A Volunteer Displays Jars of Dried Cannabis Buds at the La Brea Collective Medical Marijuana Dispensary in Los Angeles

Medical Marijuana Legislation In Australia Gains Traction

Medical marijuana legislation will be introduced in Parliament next month. Prime Minister Tony Abbott has previously expressed his support.

Reissa Su Sep 30, 2014

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R) shakes hands with Ginni Rometty

US Lawmaker Gifts Personalised Copy of Hindu Scripture to Indian PM Narendra Modi

U.S. lawmaker Tulsi Gabbard gifted a copy of Bhagavad Gita to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Sounak Mukhopadhyay Sep 30, 2014

A Pair Of U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles Fly Over Northern Iraq After Conducting Airstrikes In Syria

Australia 'Ready for Combat' In The Middle East

Australian forces in the Middle East are ready to start air strikes.

Sounak Mukhopadhyay Sep 30, 2014

Australian Troops In UAE Await Australia Decision To Fight ISIS; Julie Bishop Explains Delay

Australia is set to decide within the week if it will deploy Australian troops in Iraq to fight ISIS. Members of special forces as well as Australian warplanes are on standby in UAE.

Reissa Su Sep 30, 2014

An Air New Zealand Plane Flies Over Mount Victoria

Kiwi Retailers Target "Air New Zealand" For Ignoring Local Retailers In Promotional Offers

The demand of domestic retailers for preferential treatment has positive as well as negative aspects.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

Members of the Australian police mission walk to a bus after arriving at Kharkiv airport, before proceeding to the crash site of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 July 26, 2014. Nearly 300 people, 193 of them Dutch citizens, were killed when the Malaysia Airl

Australian Dailies Used Wrong Photo Of Teen Terrorist Shot Dead: Despite Apology, Boy's Family Mulls Legal Action

This has become a sensitive issue involving the future of a boy who has nothing to do with terror.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 30, 2014

German Chancellor Merkel and Canadian Prime Minister Harper address joint news conference at Chancellery in Berlin

Canada Signs Trade Pact With European Union: Ratification Of Treaty By EU Will Hinge On Germany's Stand

The deal comes close on the heels of similar deals with China and South Korea.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 29, 2014

New Zealand PM John Key Wary of Sending Military Support Beyond Humanitarian Aid to Iraq

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key exercises caution in considering sending military support to help U.S.-led forces target ISIS in Iraq and Syria. He said he continues to seek advice from officials since no one has asked New Zealand for help yet.

Reissa Su Sep 29, 2014

New Zealand Opposition Leader David Cunliffe Resigns Tactically: Keen To Contest For Same Position Again

Mr. David Cunliffe has a point that he needs more time to consolidate his position and lead the party effectively.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 29, 2014

Afghans perform morning prayers during the holy month of Ramadan at the Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Shariff

Australian Sayed Habib Captured and Murdered By Taliban in Afghanistan For Coming From An 'Infidel Country'

An Australian man has been captured, tortured and killed by Taliban while travelling to see his relatives in Afghanistan.

Reissa Su Sep 29, 2014

Syria ISIS Airstrikes: US State Dept Says Assad Was Advised But No Coordination Made, Syrian Fighters Say Airstrike Will Help Keep Assad Regime Alive (PHOTOS)

U.S. Airstrikes Bring Relief To Syrian Kurds Near Turkey Border

The possibility of Islamic State militants regrouping in the targeted areas in Syria needs to be thwarted.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 29, 2014

Gas tanks are pictured at Austria's largest natural gas import and distribution station in Baumgarten May 2, 2014.

Ukraine Under Pressure To Accept EU Brokered Gas Deal With Russia: Resists High Prices Demanded By Russia

A mood of give and take at Berlin meeting can lead to a practical gas deal with Russia in the coming days.

Kalyan Kumar Sep 29, 2014

Police officers stand on guard next to a woman wearing a burqa

Banning Burqa ‘Unconstitutional,’ Legal Expert Calls Jacqui Lambie's Attempts ‘Silly’

Legal experts call Tasmania Senator Jacqui Lambie's attempt to ban burqa as "unconstitutional."

Sounak Mukhopadhyay Sep 29, 2014

A Gamer Plays 'Call Of Duty: Advanced Warfare' On An Xbox One

Washington Think Tank Hires ‘Call Of Duty’ Creator To Help Aid Against Future US Terror Attacks

A video game creator has been tapped to help the U.S. government map strategies on how to combat future terror threats and attacks.

Esther Tanquintic-Misa Sep 29, 2014

Britain's Catherine, Duchess Of Cambridge Smiles As She Meets Guests During A Garden Party Held At Buckingham Palace, In Central London

Kate Middleton Pregnancy: Duchess Feeling Better, Resumes Royal Duties In October

The Duchess of Cambridge is reportedly well enough to continue with her public appearances as member of the royal family.

Tanya Diente Sep 29, 2014

U.S. President Barack Obama delivers remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation dinner

US Intelligence Underestimated ‘Jihadist Nonsense’ in Middle East: Obama

Barack Obama said that the U.S. intelligence had underestimated the Islamic State.

Sounak Mukhopadhyay Sep 29, 2014

A crashed U.S. fighter plane is seen on the waterfront some time after Canadian forces came ashore on a Juno Beach D-Day landing zone in Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, France, in June 1944

Canadian WWII Lancaster Bomber Comes Home after UK Tour

Canada's WWII Lancaster bomber plane returned home after historic UK tour.

Sounak Mukhopadhyay Sep 29, 2014

Quartet Representative to the Middle East and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair meets with Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry (not pictured) to discuss latest developments in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and means to resolve it, in Cairo Au

LGBT Paper Names Former UK PM Tony Blair Top Gay Icon

The Gay Times named former British Prime Minister Tony Blair one of the top gay icons in the United Kingdom the past three decades. Under his term, the homosexual age of consent was lowered as the same age as heterosexual couples and civil partnerships were introduced.

Vittorio Hernandez Sep 27, 2014

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