‘Seriously Intoxicated’ CNN Correspondent Bites Medical Workers, Slapped with $2-Billion Lawsuit
The U.S. State Department did an investigation after a CNN correspondent had been accused of biting a couple of medical worker at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.
China Accuses Canadian Couple of ‘Stealing’ National Secrets, Starts Investigation
Two Canadians, who have been living as expatriates in China for 30 years, are being investigated after having been accused of stealing state secrets related to the national defence research and the Chinese military.
Microsoft Sues Samsung for Patent Revenue: Lawsuit Details
Microsoft sued Samsung as it demanded a royalty for each smartphone the South Korean company sells.
‘Experienced’ U.S. General Shot Dead in Afghanistan, Taliban Praises Gunman for Effort
A U.S. general has reportedly been killed after an Afghan gunman opened fire at a Kabul training facility on Tuesday, August 5.
Israeli Withdraws Troops from Gaza, Hamas & Netanyahu Agree on 72-Hour Ceasefire
Israel announced the withdrawal of its military troops from Gaza as both Hamas and the Jewish nation agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire brokered by Egypt.
Obama Sent Undercover Agents to Cuba to Incite Revolution, AP Investigation Reveals
The U.S. government sent undercover agents to incite a political insurgency in Cuba.
Ukraine Troops ‘Cross into Russia’ during Heavy Fighting, Russia Starts Military Exercise at Ukraine Border
In a strong move from the Ukraine army, 311 entered Russia while fighting heavily with the separatists.
Google Removes ‘Bomb Gaza’ App from Play Store after Severe Criticism
‘Bomb Gaza’ application on Google Play, which bright harsh criticism for one of the biggest tech companies in the world, is now withdrawn.
U.S. Mother Arrested for Suspected Murder of 2-Year-Old Daughter
A 40-year-old U.S. woman was arrested on Sunday August 3 after she was suspected for killing her child.
Canada Teacher, Arrested for Child Sex Assault, May Stay in Indonesian Jail for 40 Days More
Canada teacher Neil Bantleman is going to stay in jail for 40 more days. The Ontario man was earlier arrested in Indonesia even though he had not been charged. Bantleman has been accused of sexual assault on children.
UN Calls Israeli Attack on Gaza School ‘Criminal Act’
The United Nations called it a “criminal act” as Israel attacked a school in southern Gaza.
Ukraine Army Recaptures Donetsk as Separatists Seek Russian Aid
The Ukrainian has reportedly recaptured 75 per cent of the Donetsk territory so far.
Israel Tapped John Kerry’s Phone During Peace Talks, German Weekly Reveals
Israel tapped U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s phone while he was negotiating for a ceasefire in the Middle-East.
Canada Teen Dies after Football Post Falls on Head
Jaime Palm, a 15-year-old Canadian student, died after a football post fell on her head. She was a student at Bill Crothers Secondary School, Ontario.
U.S. Woman Wins $66 Million in Lottery
Kelsey Zachow, a 24-year-old single mother from the Unites States, won a $66 million [AUD71 million] jackpot.
Ceasefire in Gaza: Both Israel & Hamas Accept Truce for 72 Hours
The peace, though for 72 hours for the time being, comes as a great respite for the Palestinian people, who have been counting corpses for the last 24 days.
Eighty Dead Bodies Still Scattered around MH17 Crash Site, Australia Says
The dead bodies of at least 80 of the Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 passengers might still be scattered around in Ukraine, Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop claimed.
Big Bang Theory Production on Hold as Actors Demand Pay Hike
CBS Comedy The Big Bang Theory’s production has been put on hold as its lead actors are having a contract dispute.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Turned 67: Best Movie Quotes of ‘The Terminator’
Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is also known as the “Austrian Oak,” turns 67 on July 30, 2014.
Dating Naked: VH1 Reality Show Asks Contestants Date Without Clothes
This is the latest advancement in reality shows. Contestants go on dates but they are not allowed to wear any clothes. “Dating Naked,” a new reality show on VH1, shows contestants in their most primitive form as they search for potential partners in life.
Australia Asked National Media to Suppress Multi-National Corruption Case: WikiLeaks
WikiLeaks accused Australia of issuing an official order to Australian media to suppress any information involving multinational bribery allegations against international leaders in the country. The order was allegedly issued in the name of national security.
Canada Unlikely to Get Affected by Ebola Virus, Health Officer Claims
It is unlikely that Canada will be affected by the West African Ebola virus, according to its public health officer.
U.S. ‘Defends’ Israel for ‘Disgraceful’ Attack on UN School in Gaza that Killed 15
The United Nations as well as the United States condemned Israel after an Israeli missile attack on a Gaza school killed at least 15 people and injured more than 100 on Wednesday, July 30.
Pro-Russian Rebels Set Landmines at MH17 Crash Site, Investigators Fail to Reach Location Again
Officials found it more difficult to investigate the MH17 crash site as reports emerged that there were landmines placed near the location.
Toyota Tops World Sales of Cars, Sells Over 5K Million Vehicles in First Half of 2014
Toyota rules the car sales market in the world in the first six months of 2014. The companies which it beat to be the No. 1 in the business are Volkswagen and General Motors in the United States.
TIFF 2014: Five French Movies to Watch at Toronto International Film Festival
The Toronto International Film Festival officially announced the list of films to be shown in its 39th edition on Tuesday, July 22. The list includes some of the most talented young names in French. Here are the five French films to watch at the festival.
Iran Leader Asks Muslims to Supply Arms to Palestine, Calls Israel ‘Rapacious Wolf’
A national leader from Iran has asked the Muslims to supply arms to Palestine so that Hamas can fight Israel well.
Canada Research Council Suffers Cyber-Attack from China
There has been an alleged Chinese cyber-attack on Canada as a professional sponsored by the Asian country hacked the computer systems at the National Research Council in Canada.
EU & U.S. Announce Further Sanctions against Russia
The United States and the European Union announced stricter sanctions against Russia on Tuesday, July 29.
White House Hints More European Sanctions Against Russia
There could be further sanctions against Russia in Europe, the U.S. government indicated. The White House feared that Vladimir Putin’s government might further get engaged in cross-border intrusion.