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New Zealand's 'First Cat' dies after being hit by car

New Delhi, Nov 08 (ANI): Paddles, the New Zealand Prime Minister's ginger cat, died after being hit by a car. PM Jacinda Ardern, the new leader of New Zealand, announced the death. Paddles was also famous for interrupting the prime minister's first phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump by mewing loudly, giving the feline a wide social media following under the "First Cat of NZ" twitter page. Internet users had flooded the page with tributes and messages under the hashtag "#paddles".

Madheshi Parties unite to demand Constitutional amendments before polls

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 8 (ANI): The Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal, which is an amalgamation of six Madhesh based parties, has decided to make the issue of constitutional amendment the main agenda in the upcoming elections. Earlier the amendment bill was opposed by the opposition in the Nepal parliament. The RJP-N vows to gain the required two-thirds majority in the upcoming polls to make the amendment possible. RJP- N will be contesting the parliamentary and provincial elections which are slated for November 26 and December 7. The RJP-N has filed candidacy all over the country and their focus lies on Province No. 2 which is their homeland.

Tiny crocodiles hatch at California zoo

California (United States), Nov 08 (ANI): They may not be as cute as pandas, but a clutch of baby West African dwarf crocodiles, the smallest known species of crocodile, began hatching at the San Diego Zoo in California. Three baby crocs successfully hatched on their own, keepers assisted a fourth one in hatching, and more were expected to emerge from their eggs over the next several hours. The new hatchlings are being cared for by the reptile staff at the zoo.

Watch: Drone finds missing 81-year-old woman lost in cornfield

North Carolina (United States), Nov 08 (ANI): An 81-year-old missing woman was found after in cornfield after the official used a drone in North Carolina. The footage shared in social media showed the search for the woman in a cornfield. Family of the 81-year-old reported her missing, official then called drone pilot and they were able to locate the woman within 25 minutes.

Baloch Human Rights violation: World Baloch Organisation places billboards across major London roads

London (U.K.), Nov 08 (ANI): The World Baloch Organisation (WBO) has placed seven magnificent billboards across major roads in London, in a bid to draw international community's attention on the human rights violations of Baloch natives. The action comes at a time when the organisation has announced to launch the second phase of its human rights campaign in the British city. World Baloch Organisation also took to Twitter to express their notion on the plight of dwellers of Balochistan: "The Baloch people will no longer be silenced, the truth shall prevail. Human rights abuses escalate on a daily basis in Balochistan. The International community should hold Pakistan accountable for its war crimes in Balochistan." Earlier, the World Baloch Organisation, Baloch National Movement, BSO-Azad and World Sindhi Congress had protested against Pakistan on the 10 Downing Street.

Deprived people of Gilgit-Baltistan seek their CPEC share

Gilgit Baltistan, November 07: The multi-billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) which has repeatedly been touted as the game changer for the Pakistan economy by Islamabad, is in reality, a project being accomplished against the agonies and sufferings of the people of Gilgit Baltistan.

Anti-Pakistan protest erupts in PoK against abduction of youth

Muzaffarabad (PoK), Nov 7 (ANI): Residents of Muzaffarabad staged a protest demonstration in front of Central Press Club against security agencies over the abduction of Amar Habib, a local youth.Son of Mohammad Habib and resident of New Syedanpur, Habib was abducted from near an army check post on November 4. He remains untraced. They demanded that the youth should be released immediately as they suspect that he was abducted by intelligence agencies. The relatives and family members of Amar Habib demanded that the government should register a case and take strict action against those involved in the abduction of youth.A large number of innocent youth and political activists from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) were abducted by Pakistan's secret agencies and many of them were booked under Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA).

U.S. President Trump presses trade, North Korea in Japan

Tokyo (Japan), Nov 06 (ANI): Though the two nations are allies, but Donald Trump reveals that things aren't right between the U.S. and Japan in terms of trade. The U.S. President pointed at 'decades of massive trade deficits' with Tokyo on Monday, while speaking at a joint news conference alongside Japanese leader Shinzo Abe. However, Trump still insists that relations between the two nations are better than ever. Trump also praised Japan for buying U.S. military hardware while hinting that the country might be in the market to make a few more purchases, especially when it comes to dealing with North Korean missiles. A big priority for Trump is to tackle Pyongyang's nuclear program on his trip to Asia. And despite differences on trade, the two leaders seem united in their opposition to the regime's quote "dangerous aggressions".

South Korea announces new sanctions against Pyongyang

New Delhi, Nov 06 (ANI): Seoul has become firmer on Pyongyang, just a day before Donald Trump touches down in South Korea. South Korea has hit 18 North Koreans linked to the banking sector with unilateral sanctions. This bars them from financial transactions with anyone in the South as part of international efforts to dry up the secretive country's illegal cash flows. Trump will arrive in Seoul on Tuesday to deal with North Korea which is a key focus of his visit to Asia. He is expected to speak at length about the county's nuclear weapons program during this visit. The new sanctions passed by S. Korea are seen as largely symbolic, although government officials deny their link to Trump's visit. Either way, the sanctions will ultimately have almost no impact to Pyongyang's illegal activities considering that all trade and financial exchanges have been barred since early 2010 after a South Korean warship was torpedoed by North Korea.

Nepal Peoples Council demands return of monarchy

Birgunj (Nepal), Nov 6 (ANI): The Nepal Peoples Council held a huge protest rally in Parsa district of Birgunj. They demanded the implementation of the constitution made by the Former king Gyanendra shah and return of monarchy to rule the Himalayan country. Various slogans were raised during protest rallies that took under the chairmanship of the king Shah.

Donald Trump condoles Texas Church shooting

Tokyo (Japan), Nov 06 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump condoled the killing of over 26 people in Texas Church shooting and termed the incident 'horrible' and 'murderous'. Asserting that the Americans' hearts are broken, the President said his thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Trump was speaking in Tokyo on the second day of his 12-day Asian swing expected to be dominated by North Korea and trade. On Sunday, the shooting took place at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs. Many others were wounded in the attack and the shooter has been identified.

Watch: Baloch organisations protest against Pakistan at London's Downing Street

London (U.K.), Nov 06 (ANI): World Baloch Organisation, Baloch National Movement, BSO-Azad and World Sindhi Congress raised their voices against Pakistan on the 10 Downing Street in London. Members of these organisations held placards and shouted slogans of Baloch freedom from Pakistan. The placards read slogans against Pakistan-imparted genocide on Baloch people, abduction of innocent women and children by its army and much more. The placards also attempted to draw human rights groups' attention towards the persistent menace and bring a solution to the Baloch natives.

Over 26 killed in Texas church shooting, attacker identified

Texas (United States), Nov 06 (ANI): At least 26 people were killed in Sunday's church shooting in Texas' Sutherland Springs. The shooting took place at the First Baptist Church, about 65 km east of San Antonio. Many others were wounded in the attack and the shooter has been identified. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is responding to the crime scene.

Zombies roam Mexico City, donate to quake victims

Mexico City (Mexico), Nov 05 (ANI): The streets of Mexico City were flooded with hundreds of zombies who roamed around for fun and also to extend help to quake victims. The country is still lamenting the death of over 500 people killed in September's earthquakes. Wearing frightening costumes, make-up and masks, the horde of self-proclaimed "undead" gathered at the city's Monument to the Revolution and later marched on the city's iconic Zocalo. People participating in the city's tenth annual Zombie Walk helped collect canned and non-perishable goods for quake victims.

Bonfire society burns effigy of Harvey Weinstein at annual UK bonfire event

Edenbridge (England), Nov 05 (ANI): An effigy of Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was burnt at an annual event on Saturday. The event was organised by a bonfire society in Britain's south-eastern town of Edenbridge. Thousands of people attended the event that began with a procession and ended with the burning of the effigy. Many were seen wearing fancy dresses adding a dash of drama to the event. Every year the society burns a 'Guy' - named after gunpowder plotter Guy Fawkes. They also burn an effigy of a celebrity alongside the Guy. The celebrity is often the one who is currently making headlines. Earlier, effigies of U.S. President Donald Trump, former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and former European Commission president Jose Manuel Barroso were also burnt in previous years.

Watch: Govt. employees protest over non-payment of their monthly emoluments

Muzaffarabad (PoK), Nov 05 (ANI): Government employees, who are working on contract basis in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) held a protest in Muzaffarabad city for non-payment of their monthly emoluments for over several months. Many, who are working in health, education and other government sectors in PoK demanded regular jobs and blamed Islamabad for its discriminatory policies against them. In July 2017, the government assured to provide regular salaries as it was passed in the assembly. But, still the people have not received their salaries. Tall promises have been made by the Pakistani establishment to bring development in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, but, corrupt administrative system has made it one of the most backward regions under its rule. Pakistan occupied Kashmir has a Prime Minister and a President, but is ruled from Islamabad.

Watch: London Taxis highlight free Balochistan campaign

London (UK), Nov 04 (ANI): The Baloch people have been trying various tactics to get the world's attention and highlight the human rights violations by the Pakistan army. Recently, London Taxis with the words ' Free Balochistan ' written on both sides were seen plying outside Buckingham Palace in what is a new push by the overseas Baloch groups to attract global attention to their cause. Vehicles with words about the forced disappearances of Baloch people were seen in various parts of London including Piccadilly Circus, UK Parliament and Trafalgar square London.

Medical centre hosts wedding for cancer patient

South Carolina (United States), Nov 04 (ANI): Happy couple Kizzie Priestley and David Hall finally had their dream wedding at the Trident Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina. The newlyweds had planned to marry but Priestly's stage four cancer worsened and the bride to be had to be admitted to the hospital. Staff at the Trident Medical Center came together and hosted the event.

Political parties in Nepal file nominations for 2nd phase polls

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 3 (ANI): The candidates of political parties in Nepal filed their nominations for the second phase of provincial and parliamentary elections under the first-past-the-post (FPTP) election system on Thursday. The candidates, flanked by party cadres carrying banners, filed their nominations at offices of the election controller in 45 districts of the country. These 45 districts have 128 parliamentary and 256 provincial constituencies, with an eligible population of 12.19 millions. The alliance of the opposition Communist party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) and Maoist Centre came as a shocker to the Nepal's politics. As per the new constitution of Nepal local, provincial and parliamentary elections need to be completed by January 21 next year.

Republicans unveil legislation to overhaul tax code

Washington D.C. (USA), Nov 03 (ANI): Republicans in the House of Representatives on Thursday unveiled long-awaited legislation to overhaul the tax code. The proposed legislation permanently slashes the corporate tax rate to 20 percent from 35 percent. For individuals and families, it reduces the number of income tax brackets to cut their tax rates and doubles the standard deduction. The legislation also caps the deduction for state and local property taxes at $10,000. Interest deduction on home mortgages is capped at $500,000. The bill is still to pass the House and Senate. Senate Republican leaders say they aim to get it done by the year-end. But, President Donald Trump doesn't want to wait that long.