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Senators sound off on U.S. government shutdown

Washington, D.C. (United States), Jan 21 (ANI): The United States government, shut down on Saturday after President Donald Trump and the U.S. Congress failed to reach a deal on funding for federal agencies, highlighting the country's deep political divisions. For the first time since October 2013 - when a similar standoff that lasted 16 days kept only essential agency operations intact - federal workers were being told to stay at home or in some cases to work without pay until new funding is approved. Senators Corey Gardner, Richard Blumenthal and Chuck Grassley sound off on the government shutdown. 'These governments don't need the shutdown, we have time to make a solution happen. There is an opportunity for us to really do what right for children, to fund the government to help make sure man in uniform have the resources they need to continue the fight on terrorists, lets find the solution', said Republican

U.S. Vice President critical of politicians for causing shutdown

Shannon (Ireland), Jan 21 (ANI): United States Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday criticised Senators who caused the shutdown of government by blocking an important bill at Shannon Airport in Ireland. U.S. Vice President Mike Pence was critical of Senators across the political divide who voted to block a bill to extend government funding through Feb. 16., causing it to shut down at midnight the day before. Speaking during a stop to refuel Air Force Two at the airport, the U.S. Vice President said that he and U.S. President Donald Trump are convinced that in a few weeks, a deal to resolve the issues related to the budget will be reached. Vice President Pence gave the statement when he was en route to Cairo for the start of a three country Middle East tour.

Free Balochistan campaign relaunched on UK Taxis

Manchester (UK), Jan 20 (ANI): The World Baloch Organisation, on Saturday, successfully relaunched its #FreeBalochistan human rights campaign on black cabs in the United Kingdom. The iconic black cabs are out once again carrying slogans "Free Balochistan from Human Rights Abuses" in attempt to highlight the worsening human rights situation in Balochistan, where the Pakistani military has been involved in gross human rights violations including enforced disappearances, extra-judicial killings and torture. This comes two months after the government of Pakistan demanded that the British government and Transport for London remove "#FreeBalochistan ", "Stop Enforced disappearances" adverts from UK taxis. In response to Pakistan government's request, Transport for London within 24 hours had ordered the adverts to be pulled from taxis on the grounds that they violated its advertising policy but it had not stated how the policy had been violated. The WBO maintained that it had not violated any

Turkey starts military campaign against Kurdish-controlled area

Syria/Turkey, Jan 20 (ANI): Turkish artillery fired into Syria's Afrin region on Friday in what Ankara said was the start of a military campaign against the Kurdish-controlled area. Defense minister stated that the cross border firing marks the start of an operation against the Kurdish controlled Afrin region. Turkey sees the area as a threat that shows growing Kurdish strength across a wide stretch of north Syria. The Syrian Kurdish YPG militia reported a bombardment that began around midnight. They say Turkish forces fired around 70 shells at Kurdish villages. Turkey dispatched its military chief to Syria's main ally Moscow in an attempt to get the green light for an air campaign on the territory.

Sunken Iranian tanker could be leaking heavy oil

At Sea, Jan 20 (ANI): An Iranian oil tanker that sank in flames off the east coast of China is thought to be leaking heavy bunker fuel, raising fears of an environmental disaster. Heavy oil is used in ships' engines, and is difficult to remove from the sea. The cargo of lighter oil may also be leaking, with slicks spotted exceeding some 77 square miles. The Iranian tanker had been adrift and ablaze after crashing into a freight ship on January sixth. The crew of 30 Iranians and two Bangladeshis are believed to have been killed. It's not immediately clear where any oil could wash up, or the extent of damage it could cause. Experts say that to avoid further damage, the best option now is to salvage the ship. Noting that the process will present "huge risks and difficulties" - and that the remaining light oil could catch fire again.

Yoga camp held in Birgunj

Birgunj (Nepal), Jan 19 (ANI): A large number of people, including children, participated in a day-long yoga camp held in Nepal's Birgunj town. The event was organised by the Consulate General of India, Birgunj, to spread health awareness and benefits of yoga. Consul General of India B C Pradhan also attended the event. The event saw the presence of many dignitaries including yoga Guru Ravi Shankar Mani Pandey and many others. At least 20 schools and 2000 students took part in the yoga camps.

Telangana I.T Minister KTR meets Japanese investors

Shizuoka (Japan), Jan 19 (ANI): Telangana business delegation led by Minister for Information and Technology KT Rama Rao met investors and representatives of local administration in Japan's Shizuoka on Day two of his visit. Rao met Chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation Osamu Suzuki. In the meeting, Rao talked about Telangana government's progressive industrial policies. He also highlighted various opportunities for the state investors. The team also visited the Suzuki Museum at Hamamatsu in Shizuoka. Later, Rao also met Governor of Shizuoka, Kawakatsu Heita and discussed mutual cooperation between the two potential states. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Rao invited the Governor of Shizuoka to visit Telangana to explore synergies. In one of the meetings with representatives of Shizuoka bank, Rao discussed the opportunities for banking and financial sector in Telangana. He highlighted that Telangana has several names in various sectors like Banking, Financial services and Insurance

Locals intensify protest in Birgunj

Birgunj (Nepal), Jan 19 (ANI): Tensions ran high in parts of Nepal; as Protests ensued in Birgunj on Thursday following the government's decision of declaring Janakpur as the temporary capital of Province no 2. Locals staged a general strike and took to streets to protest against the government's decision. Numerous visuals surfaced showing locals burning tyres. They have been demanding for Birgunj to be declared as the provincial capital.Demonstrations have impacted the normal life as the traffic remained stuck during the protest. The protests have erupted only weeks ahead of the scheduled elections for the members of upper house of the parliament.

Good news! NZ PM Jacinda Ardern pregnant with first child

Auckland (New Zealand), Jan 19 (ANI): New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, on Friday, announced that she is pregnant with her first child, and plans to take a short break after the birth in June. Ardern said she learnt that she was expecting just days before she took office. Ardern plans to take a six-week break, during which time Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters will step in. Her pregnancy is one of the very few examples of an elected leader holding office while pregnant. Ardern was only sworn into office in October after a closely-fought election. She's New Zealand's youngest prime minister in more than half a century and has become hugely popular in her rise to power.

Sikhs in UK reject gurudwara visit ban by radicals

London, Jan 19: Sikhs across the United Kingdom have denounced the decision of Islamabad-backed radical elements' decision of banning Indian diplomats' entry in Gurudwaras. A handful of secessionists, at the behest of Islamabad, have been persistently spewing venom against India and been promoting secessionism from different platforms. However, to their disappointment there are no takers of this ideology and this Pakistan-backed propaganda has been quashed and rejected by every single Sikh.

"Hafiz Saeed should be prosecuted", says US State Department spokesperson

Washington, Jan 19 (ANI): US State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said United States have made points and concerns to the Pakistani Government regarding Hafiz Saeed, that he should be prosecuted. "We regard him as a terrorist, he was the mastermind of 2008 Mumbai Attacks", said Nauert. Saeed was released from house arrest recently after a Pakistani court cited lack of evidence against him in the 26/11 Mumbai attack case. India has, time and again, protested against Pakistan for harbouring Saeed, who is wanted for plotting the Mumbai attacks.

British PM welcomes French President Macron at UK-France summit

Sandhurst (England), Jan 19 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May welcomed the French President Emmanuel Macron to the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst ahead of the UK-France summit on Thursday. The British Prime Minister is expected to offer France 44.5 million pounds to bolster security at French border controls, part of measures to deepen cooperation that she hopes will foster goodwill in Brexit talks. U.K. and France will also sign a new immigration treaty that will complement but not replace the 2003 Le Touquet border agreement, which has drawn criticism in France after the town of Calais became a hub for migrants and refugees on their way to Britain.

Watch: Light festival dazzles London's winter nights

London, Jan 19 (ANI): Glowy displays are lighting up London's winter nights. Lumiere London is a collection of 58 works by international artists. They play with lights to create mesmerising effects. The art is shown in public spaces and is free to view. The exhibition includes pieces like 'The Wave', 'The Umbrella Project' and 'Impulse'. The festival will run until January 21.

Watch: Pope Francis comes to aid of policeman after horse mishap

Iquique (Chile), Jan 19 (ANI): Pope Francis ordered his convoy to stop and went to the aid of a police officer who was thrown off his horse as the popemobile passed in Chile's Iquique. The incident took place during the papal parade. The papal convoy was immediately stopped and Pope Francis walked toward the police officer, who was lying on the ground. An ambulance arrived on the scene and took the police officer away and Pope Francis resumed his tour. Pope Francis heads to Peru after he finishes his visit to the northern Chilean city of Iquique.

Bic Camera provides great shopping experience to foreign visitors

Tokyo (Japan), Jan 18 (ANI): Japan inbound tourism hit a record high in 2017, and it is expected to hit high as the country gears up to host the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Many of Japan's visitors who are keen on buying gifts before they go back home prefer to shop at easily accessible stores and for them, the natural choice would be "BIC CAMERA" one of Japan's leading consumer electronics retailers. Bic Camera stores are located in front of main train stations and they offer special services to foreign customers. BIC camera offers to visitors coming from overseas discount services as well as tax exemption at a dedicated service counter. Bic camera offers a free Wi-Fi service on all floors. Just by selecting BIC camera's Wi-Fi network from the setting screen you can easily connect to the internet, and you can choose many languages such as English and Chinese. This service is especially useful for overseas customers who want to use the free Wi-Fi to contact their families and friends at hom

Japan showcases history of its century-old gaming industry

Tokyo (Japan), Jan 18 (ANI): A century has passed since domestic Japanese animation was unveiled in Japan. That's why many people just couldn't resist attending the commemorative exhibition at the Game Show. On a 12-meter, large panel display, the history of the main animation work - Game x Anime - created with the original game software was displayed for everyone to view. In addition to the chronology of the main animation works, numerous articles published in magazines were introduced that looked back at the history of two of the greatest cool Japanese games and anime content ever created. While at the same time, the Game show provided a family game park for junior high students and younger children to relax and enjoy playing games with their parents. In addition to the game experience zone for playing the latest games, families could even walk down memory lane playing past grand prize masterpieces at the Retro Game Corner. Even more, amongst the many games for boys, the corner off

Mumbai's slum gets a vibrant makeover!

Tripoli (Libya), Jan 18 (ANI): Libya's coastguard said that it has rescued 240 African migrants attempting to make the dangerous trek across the Mediterranean to mainland Europe, bringing them back to Tripoli. The rescues of Libyan boats were made for three consecutive days. The development amounts to just under a thousand migrants in the last week. When combined with European Union and Italian vessels, and NGO rescue ships, it brings the total number to about 2,400 over the same period. The International Organization for Migration says most migrants to Europe come by sea, where thousands have died. International Organization for Migration is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. It acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management and advance understanding of migration issues.

Trump accuses Russia of helping N. Korea evade economic sanctions

Washington, D.C. (U.S.), Jan 18 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Thursday accused Russia of helping North Korea evade economic sanctions by filling in gaps left as China has withdrawn its aid. Asserting that Russia is helping North Korea get supplies in violation of the international sanctions, Trump added that Pyongyang is getting closer every day to being able to deliver a long-range missile to the United States. But U.S. President praised the actions of Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying Beijing is 'doing a lot' to help rein in Pyongyang, but also saying China could do more. President Trump said North Korea is getting closer every day to being able to send a missile to strike the United States, adding that the U.S. needs to add to its missile defense systems. Trump repeated that he would be willing to speak with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, but said he was not sure it would lead to anything meaningful.

Anti-Pakistan, anti-China slogans raised during protest rally in Sindh

Sann (Sindh), Jan 18 (ANI): Paying tribute to scholar ideologue, and founder of Sindhudesh Movement Ghulam Murtaza Shah Syed, also known as G. M. Syed on his 114th birth anniversary, the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) organised a massive rally where they demanded freedom of Sindh from Pakistani occupation, the abolition of human rights abuses and religious fundamentalism. Syed's birth anniversary is being observed in his hometown Sann. The Pakistan state forces tried to sabotage the event. Banners and flags of the Sindhudesh Movement were removed from Sann and surrounding villages and towns were raided. Political activists were asked to stop their activities. The masses, however, defied the order and came out to celebrate Syed's anniversary. The protestors also chanted slogans against the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). They said Pakistani forces were involved in enforced disappearances, extra judicial killings, rape and other atrocities. "Pakistan is fooling China by dragg

Angry coach tells perv doctor to 'go to hell' in court

Michigan (United States), Jan 18 (ANI): Thomas Brennan, a coach who sent dozens of young girls for treatment to USA Gymnastics team former doctor Larry Nassar, erupted in anger during the child molester's sentencing hearing and said him to 'go to hell' for his crimes. Thomas Brennan, a youth gymnastics coach, confronted Nassar in a Michigan courtroom on the second day of a sentencing hearing for the former doctor, who pleaded guilty in November to multiple counts of sexual assault. Brennan's outburst came as he stood next to one of Nassar's victims, Gwen Anderson, as she recounted the molestation she suffered at the hands of Nassar. Nassar is serving a 60-year prison after pleading guilty in July to child pornography charges in federal court.