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Cyril Ramaphosa is new President of South Africa

Published On: February 16, 2018 11:12 AM NPT By: Agencies

SOUTH AFRICA, Feb 16: Ramaphosa will remain president until next year's national elections, when he is expected to run as the ANC's candidate - and likely win. He has said he intends to regain the trust of South Africans whose faith in politics was shaken during Zuma's term.

From Maoist symbol to hipster accessory: Nepali shoes get revamp

Published On: February 16, 2018 10:45 AM NPT By: Agencies

Long maligned as the footwear of choice for Nepal's Maoist guerillas, Goldstar sneakers are undergoing a revival in the Himalayan nation -- fast becoming a must-have hipster accessory.

Cristiano Ronaldo urges support for the Rohingya

Published On: February 16, 2018 10:21 AM NPT By: Agencies

Portugese football giant Cristiano Ronaldo has publicly urged the international community to support Rohingya Muslim refugees from Burma (Myanmar).

Spain to announce new measures in Catalonia

Published On: February 15, 2018 05:04 PM NPT By: Agencies

SPAIN, Feb 15: Mariano Rajoy's central government is preparing to implement a new round of measures in Catalonia because the Prime Minister's plan to have a new regional executive installed this winter has failed, El País reported on Thursday.

Right hair brush for various hair types

Published On: February 15, 2018 11:26 AM NPT By: Agencies

Do you know that one of the key reasons for hair fall and breakage is your hairbrush? No matter how many different oils or hair masks you try, a wrong hairbrush for your hair type can cause more damage than you think. So next time you're brushing your hair, make sure you have the right one. Read through and find the perfect one for your hair type:

Kim Kardashian goes topless, ignites controversy

Published On: February 14, 2018 07:08 PM NPT By: Agencies

It's hard to estimate, when you consider the screen shots from Kim’s sex tape alone and then cycle through her Playboy and Paper spreads and then consider her Instagram account, like, everday.

New Zealand vs England: England beaten by Black Caps

Published On: February 13, 2018 03:38 PM NPT By: Agencies

Newzealand, Feb 13: England suffered a third Twenty20 defeat in a row as they were beaten by New Zealand in the tri-series which also involves Australia. The Black Caps made 196-5 after being put into bat, with Martin Guptill (65) and Kane Williamson (72) putting on 82.

Harry and Meghan will be married at midday by the Archbishop of Canterbury on May 19

Published On: February 12, 2018 06:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will parade through Windsor in a carriage after making their wedding vows in front of the Archbishop of Canterbury, it can be revealed today.

Pets improve your mental health, new study suggests

Published On: February 12, 2018 11:40 AM NPT By: Agencies

It is estimated that there are 10 million cats and 11.5 million dogs kept as pets in the UK – and new research suggests they could be improving the mental health of their human companions.

Ernesto Valverde blasts Getafe for dirty tactics in Barcelona draw

Published On: February 12, 2018 10:59 AM NPT By: Agencies

BARCELONA manager Ernesto Valverde has claimed Getafe resorted to fouling his players in the middle of the pitch in order to stifle their attack.

Ferrari's junior driver claims Toyota Racing Series title

Published On: February 11, 2018 04:20 PM NPT By: Agencies

Robert Shwartzman claimed the Toyota Racing Series title with a second place finish in the final race at Manfeild after late drama for long-time championship leader Marcus Armstrong.

Tackling Science’s Gender Parity Problem

Published On: February 11, 2018 11:25 AM NPT By: Agencies

LONDON — Two years ago, the United Nations designated February 11 the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. As we approach another commemoration, it is worth reflecting on female scholars’ countless contributions to science and technology.

Jess Hayes sizzles as she strips down to sexy two-piece

Published On: February 10, 2018 04:49 PM NPT By: Agencies

Reality star Jess displayed her hourglass curves as she slipped her envy-inducing physique into the high-cut bottoms, which drew attention to her peachy posterior.

Valentine’s Day can be bad for your sex life!

Published On: February 10, 2018 04:03 PM NPT By: Agencies

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India tried to stop cheating in school — so half a million students just skipped exams

Published On: February 10, 2018 12:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

NEW DELHI, Feb 10: It’s only the fourth day of annual examinations in India’s largest state of Uttar Pradesh and already the government says 661,643 students — around 10 percent of the total number enrolled — have failed to show up.

North Korean Olympic Team Refuses Free Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Phones

Published On: February 9, 2018 03:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

The North Korean Olympic Team reportedly refused to accept the Samsung Galaxy phones that were offered to all the participants at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics.

China Ends 25-Year Wait as Yuan Oil Futures Set to Start Trading

Published On: February 9, 2018 03:20 PM NPT By: Agencies

After a wait of about a quarter of a century, the world’s biggest oil buyer is finally getting its own crude-futures contract.

The anxiety effect: Air pollution may lead to unethical behaviour

Published On: February 9, 2018 02:41 PM NPT By: Agencies

Exposure to air pollution, even imaginative, may lead to unethical behaviour such as crime and cheating, according to a study conducted on adults in India and the US.

Maldives President sends envoys to China, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia

Published On: February 8, 2018 05:12 PM NPT By: Agencies

MALDIVES, Feb 8: Maldives’ beleaguered President Abdulla Yameen, facing pressure from the world community to end a state of emergency, has dispatched envoys to the “friendly nations” of China, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to lobby for support but has no plans to send a representative to India, one of the island nation’s closest allies.

Manchester United’s Alexis Sanchez accepts 16-month prison

Published On: February 8, 2018 01:31 PM NPT By: Agencies

The Chilean admitted to evading payments totaling €983,443 (£874,810) in 2012 and 2013 while he was playing for Barcelona. Sanchez appeared in court via video link in January and pleaded guilty to concealing part of what he earned from image rights during his time at Camp Nou. The 29-year-old has now been given a 16-month prison suspended sentence, which means he will not serve any time in jail.