Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif's wife diagnosed with cancer
Islamabad, Aug 22 (IBNS): Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's wife Begum Kulsoom Nawaz has been diagnosed with cancer, media reports said.
Ashraf Ghani welcomes US President Donald Trump's new strategy on Afghanistan
Kabul, Aug 22 (IBNS): Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on Tuesday welcomed US President Donald Trump's new strategy towards his nation.
Thirteen Taliban insurgents killed in Afghanistan airstrikes
Afghanistan, Aug 22 (IBNS) : At least 13 Taliban insurgents including two of their local leaders were killed or wounded during the US airstrikes in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan.
Barcelona van attacker shot dead by police
Barcelona, Aug 22 (IBNS): The prime suspect in Barcelona attack which claimed at least 13 lives and injured 100 others, has been shot dead by police, reports said.
Australia: Danish Crown Prince denied entry to Brisbane bar
Brisbane, Aug 22 (IBNS): Danish Crown Prince Frederik was denied entry to a bar in Australia's Brisbane because of lack of proper identification, local media reports said.
UN labour agency launches global panel to address rapid transformations in the world of work
New York, Aug 22(Just Earth News): The United Nations labour agency has launched a high-level international body that will chart the course towards a future of decent and sustainable work opportunities for all, and to tackle the challenges of delivering social justice in on Monday's rapidly transforming world of work.
UN Assembly President rings Nasdaq bell; sounds alarm on behalf of world's endangered ocean
New York, Aug 22(Just Earth News): The President of the United Nations General Assembly opened the trading day in New York this morning to send the message that the world's ocean health is in distress.
'No sign of positive evolution' in Burundi, says head of independent UN rights probe
New York, Aug 22(Just Earth News): Ahead of next month's presentation to the United Nations Human Rights Council, an independent panel on Monday said that the human rights situation in Burundi has not improved.
UN health agency rushes to prevent malaria, cholera outbreaks in flood-hit Sierra Leone
New York, Aug 21(Just Earth News): The United Nations health agency is working closely with the Government of Sierra Leone to prevent the spread of infectious diseases such as malaria and cholera in the wake of last week's mudslides and flooding in the country's capital, Freetown.
Following El Salvador visit, UN right expert urges authorities to protect people from gangs
New York, Aug 21(Just Earth News): El Salvador is suffering a 'hidden tragedy' due to gang-related violence, an independent United Nations human rights expert on Monday said, urging national authorities to intensify efforts to help and protect people affected by gangs.
Thousands flee as Iraqi forces advance on ISIL-held Tal Afar – UN
New York, Aug 21(Just Earth News): The top United Nations humanitarian official in Iraq has warned against the consequences of displacement as thousands of civilians are expected to flee from Tal Afar and surrounding communities during the Iraqi military operation to retake these areas from the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/Da'esh) terrorist group.
US Navy ship collides with merchant vessel near Straits of Malacca
Washington, Aug 21 (IBNS): At least 10 sailors are missing following a collision between Guided missile-destroyer USS John S McCain and a merchant vessel near the Strait of Malacca, an official release has stated.
Afghanistan: Clashes under way between armed forces and militants in Jowzjan province
Kabul, Aug 21 (IBNS): Heavy clashes between the Afghan military and militants are under way in Khamab district of Jowzjan province, local Khaama Press reported.
Afghan forces foil explosion plan in Kabul city
Kabul, Aug 21 (IBNS): The Afghan criminal investigation department (CID) officials have foiled an explosion plan by militants in the national capital, local Khaama Press reported.
Shilpa Shetty graces Indian Independence Day celebrations in Toronto
Toronto, Aug 21 (IBNS): Indian actress Shilpa Shetty graced the occasion of Indian Independence Day celebrations which was held on Sunday.