World News Digest
Cocaine stash found in 91-year-old Vatican librarian’s car
An official Vatican car with diplomatic licence plates has been found containing several kilos of cocaine and cannabis in the French Alps, according to...
'Unprecedented catastrophe' facing Kashmir after floods
Health workers were scrambling Tuesday to manage a mounting health crisis nearly two weeks after massive flooding engulfed much of Kashmir, and were treating...
Al-Qaeda groups make rare statement of unity to fight the U.S.
Powerful al-Qaeda branches in Yemen and North Africa called Tuesday for jihadists in Iraq and Syria to unite against the common threat from a U.S.-led...
Thailand beach murders: CCTV image of ‘suspicious man’ released by police
Police have released a CCTV image of the man they want to speak to in connection with the “gruesome” murder of two British tourists in Thailand.
Bourne redundancy? Matt Damon, Paul Greengrass in new movie talks
Matt Damon and British director Paul Greengrass are reported to be in talks about making a new Bourne film.
Ebola deaths spiral as crisis dubbed ‘unparalleled in modern times’, UN says
The unprecedented Ebola outbreak in West Africa requires a $1 billion response to keep its spread within the “tens of thousands” of cases,...
Three NATO soldiers killed in Kabul suicide bombing
A suicide car bomber killed two U.S. troops and a Polish soldier in an attack on a convoy near the U.S.
'A turning point': Tax crackdown as world profit-shifting ban looms
International authorities have unveiled the first step in a major crackdown on billions of dollars worth of international corporate tax avoidance, warning...
Struggle to find women drivers delays highly demanded cab service
The debut of a livery car service providing women drivers for female passengers in the New York City area has stalled over lack of a sufficient number...
Scientists given rare glimpse of 350-kilo colossal squid
Excited scientists have hailed the discovery of a female colossal squid weighing an estimated 350 kilograms (770 lbs) and thought to be only the second...
Three NATO soldiers killed in Kabul suicide car bomb
A Taliban suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into a NATO convoy near the U.S.
Barely there: Colombian men’s cycling team kit exposed
Colombia’s female cycling team have just revealed their controversial new kit this week, but, not to be outdone, the men have been snapped in their...
Thai police focus on migrant worker link in British tourist murder probe
Police investigating the “gruesome” killing of two British tourists in Thailand say they are looking at whether someone from the migrant worker...
Obama to ramp up U.S. response to Ebola with military mission
The United States is ramping up its response to West Africa’s Ebola crisis, preparing to assign 3,000 U.S.
Leaders pledge more powers for Scotland in final push before vote
A promise of more powers for Scotland if it rejects independence has been signed by the leaders of the three main parties at Westminster.
Backlash forces Apple to create app that allows users to delete U2 album
Just days after Apple sparked fury for installing U2’s new album in 500 million iTunes accounts without consent, the tech giant has been forced to...
Alibaba set to raise IPO range to $66 to $68 on ‘overwhelming’ demand
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd plans to increase the size of its U.S. initial public offering because of “overwhelming” investor demand, people...
It’s now easier for NYC women to look for female taxi drivers
Sometimes a woman can be hard to find - if you’re looking for one behind the wheel of a taxi in New York City.
Fijians prepare to vote in first election since 2006 coup
The long wait is nearly over for tens of thousands of Fijians who want a say in how their country is run - they head to the polls on Wednesday for the...
Strong typhoon disrupts business as it sweeps past Hong Kong
Strong winds and heavy rain hit Hong Kong on Tuesday as a typhoon headed to the south of the financial hub, disrupting business and closing the stock market...
Dogs for dinner: Vietnam slaughters five million canines a year
The people of Vietnam slaughter at least five million dogs for food each year, according to Asia Canine Protection Alliance (ACPA) - but those figures...
Schizophrenia comprises eight genetically distinct disorders
Schizophrenia is not a single disease caused by one gene but a group of eight distinct genetic disorders — each with its own set of symptoms, a study...
Despite warnings, children still overprescribed antibiotics
Researchers at Seattle Children’s Hospital examined past studies between 2001 and 2011 to see how doctors treated common childhood respiratory infections.
Future uncertain, Gazans rush to enjoy life after ruinous war
After a ruinous war, Gaza is rushing back to a veneer of normalcy at astonishing speed.
Mixed messages: U.S.-Iran conflict rises on the sidelines of Iraq fight
Secretary of State John Kerry says he won’t shut the door on the possibility of working with Iran against a common enemy in the Islamic State (IS)...
World’s first car made by 3D printer unveiled in Chicago
What’s being billed as the world’s first car made by a 3D printer was unveiled in Chicago last week.
Blood-spattered Kent State shirt latest in Urban Outfitters’ missteps
Teen apparel retailer Urban Outfitters apologized on Monday after criticism for selling a vintage Kent State University sweatshirt that appeared to be...
Mosul schools empty as IS instates rigid anti-West curriculum
The extremist-held Iraqi city of Mosul is set to usher in a new school year. But unlike years past, there will be no art or music.
Apple receives record 4m pre-orders for new iPhone 6 models in first 24 hours
Apple Inc said it received a record 4 million first-day pre-orders of its new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, meaning many customers will have to wait until...
Salmond slams Cameron for ‘scaremongering’ over Scotland vote
Alex Salmond has claimed British Prime Minister David Cameron’s “fingerprints are all over a scaremongering” campaign ahead of this week’s...
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