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An iceberg collapses near Canadas east coast at Kings Point in Newfoundland, which has a front row seat to the consequences of global warming. (Photo: AFP)

'Iceberg Corridor' sparks tourist boom on Canada's east coast

The calving of Greenland's glaciers has breathed new life into the remote coastal villages of Newfoundland and Labrador.

2 Aug 2019 10:48 AM GMT

He is among five individuals who were declared winners of the award. (Photo; File)

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Journalist Ravish Kumar wins 2019 Ramon Magsaysay Award

Kumar, 44, who is NDTV India's senior executive editor is one of India's most influential TV journalists, the award...

2 Aug 2019 5:12 AM GMT

Prajapati who was afflicted with polio at a young age has not let disability hold him back and earns a living employed as an automobile mechanic in a shop. (Photo: ANI)

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Specially-abled MP man becomes inspiration for youth, others like him

Prajapati says he his parents respected and supported his dreams.

1 Aug 2019 10:32 AM GMT

$The result is the \Tiny Pricks Project,\ a 900-strong collection of colorful needlework pieces featuring Trumpisms, many of which are currently on display at an exhibition in New York. (Photo: AFP)$ Newsmakers

US artist stitches together Trump quotes

Diana Weymar is inspiring hundreds of women from around the world to channel their feelings toward Trump by sewing his...

1 Aug 2019 9:17 AM GMT

Ananya Panday with fan in Lucknow. (Photo: Instagram)

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Inspired by So Positive, Ananya Panday fan surprises her; pics inside

Ananya went to the chapel for prayers and gave an introduction about her unique initiative 'So Positive'.

1 Aug 2019 7:39 AM GMT

The police is verifying whether Mullah is associated with any child-trafficking network and has committed a similar crime in the past.

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Telangana launches 'Operation Muskaan', 3,470 children rescued in...

During the operation, children residing in shelter homes, platforms, roads, religious places were screened.

31 July 2019 10:43 AM GMT

An unexpectedly popular tour guide after surviving a decade of homelessness. (Photo: AP)

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Meet Vyacheslav Rasner: Russia's most popular tourist guide

Russian tour guide's personal story is an attraction.

31 July 2019 4:51 AM GMT

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Hrithik Roshan thanks Maharashtra CM Fadnavis for declaring 'Super 30'...

The film has already secured a tax-free status in five states including Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and...

31 July 2019 4:21 AM GMT

Indore-based trader Rahul Gandhi (left) with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. (Photo: ANI)

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'My name is Rahul Gandhi and I am not happy with it,' says...

Rahul claimed that due to his surname no telecom company is providing him a SIM card nor is he getting driving license...

30 July 2019 3:58 PM GMT

He walks backwards with the help of a headpiece built with plastic pipes, fixed with a rear-view mirror which allows him to walk backwards. (Photo: Screengrab/Metro TV)

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Man walks 800 km backwards in protest against deforestation: Indonesia

According to Bastoni, walking backwards is a metaphor for looking back at the past, and he wanted to pay homage to the...

30 July 2019 1:11 PM GMT

Self-Styled Godwoman Radhe Maa. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

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Radhe Maa, supporters booked for assaulting journalist in Panipat

The journalist alleged that his camera was also broken and the aides of Radhe Maa tried to kidnap him.

30 July 2019 10:03 AM GMT

Wing commander Tarun Chaudhri became the first pilot of Indian Armed Forces (IAF ) to do a wingsuit jump. (Photo: ANI)

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IAF's Tarun Chaudhri becomes first pilot to accomplish wingsuit...

This is the first flying wingsuit jump demonstration at an organised gathering.

30 July 2019 8:33 AM GMT