Moore sold Kutcher’s engagement ring
Los Angeles – Actress Demi Moore has reportedly sold her engagement ring that she got from her third husband, actor Ashton Kutcher. The 51-year-old, who had her identity remained hidden throughout the sale, is said to have sold the $250,000 jewellery to a high-end Beverly Hills jeweller... read more »
Iran keen to expand ties with Europe
Tehran – Iran is willing to strengthen cooperation with the European countries, particularly the Slovak Republic, Iran’s first Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri said Thursday. “As one of the most developed countries in the re! gion, the Islamic republic is willing to expand economic,... read more »
UN team confirms chemical weapons used in Syria
United Nations – The joint team of the UN — Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) — concluded Thursday “that chemical weapons have been used in the ongoing conflict” between the parties in Syria. The conclusion was contained in the 82-page final... read more »
Israel halts controversial relocation plan for Arab Bedouins
Jerusalem – Israel Thursday halted a controversial legislation to transfer 40,000 Arab Bedouins citizens from their villages, amidst mounting opposition by activists and senior members of the coalition. The so-called Prawer Bill is aimed at displacing about half of the Negev’s... read more »
Red beacons only for high statutory offices, rules SC
New Delhi – The Supreme Court Tuesday said that red beacon lights without flashers would be used on the vehicles of only high constitutional fun! ctionaries and blue beacon lights... read more »
Why can’t Sikhs with beards join US forces?
By Arun Kumar Washington – An independent, bipartisan federal agency has asked the US defence leadership to explain why Sikh Americans wearing beards and turbans are not allowed to... read more »
We respect each other: Kerr on Bloom
London – Supermodel Miranda Kerr may have split from actor Orlando Bloom, but says they respect and understand each other. The 30-year-old, who is on the cover of January-February... read more »
Over 90 high-profile guests to attend Mandela’s memorial service
Johannesburg – A total of 91 high-profile guests, including heads of state and government and 10 former heads of state, had confirmed by Monday noon that they would attend the... read more »
Stage can be dangerous place: Mick Jagger
London – Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger says that performing on stage could be “dangerous”. The 70-year-old performed at the Glastonbury Festival with the band for the first... read more »
