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UN chief strongly condemns Kabul attack that killed at least 90 civilians

UN chief strongly condemns Kabul attack that killed at least 90 civilians

Condemning the Afghan blast that killed at least 90 people in capital Kabuls diplomatic centre, the UN underscored that all parties to the conflict are obliged, under international law, to ensure that civilians are protected from any harm. Those responsible for the attack must be brought to justice, UN Spokesman Stephane Dujarric quoted Secretary-General António Guterres as saying on Wednesday (31 May). He also underlined the need to reinforce the fight against terrorism and violent extremism.A bomb, concealed in a water delivery truck, went off during Kabuls rush hour when roads are packed with commuters on 31 May. The blast went off near Zanbaq Square — a highly secure area of the capital that is home to many embassies, diplomatic missions, the Presidential Palace and the Foreign Ministry. No organisation has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack yet.
Jun 1, 2017
By Staff Reporter
UN chief strongly condemns Kabul attack that killed at least 90 civilians

UN chief strongly condemns Kabul attack that killed at least 90 civilians

Condemning the Afghan blast that killed at least 90 people in capital Kabuls diplomatic centre, the UN underscored that all parties to the conflict are obliged, under international law, to ensure that civilians are protected from any harm. Those responsible for the attack must be brought to justice, UN Spokesman Stephane Dujarric quoted Secretary-General António Guterres as saying on Wednesday (31 May). He also underlined the need to reinforce the fight against terrorism and violent extremism.A bomb, concealed in a water delivery truck, went off during Kabuls rush hour when roads are packed with commuters on 31 May. The blast went off near Zanbaq Square — a highly secure area of the capital that is home to many embassies, diplomatic missions, the Presidential Palace and the Foreign Ministry. No organisation has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack yet.
Jun 1, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Donald Trump pulls US out of Paris climate agreement

Donald Trump pulls US out of Paris climate agreement

Axios news outlet, which first reported that Donald Trump would withdraw the US out of the Paris climate agreement, said details of the pullout are being worked out by a team including EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. The choice is between a formal withdrawal that could take three years or leaving the U.N. treaty that the accord is based on, which would be quicker but more extreme.
Jun 1, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Kenya marks industrial milestone as standard gauge railway transferred from China

Kenya marks industrial milestone as standard gauge railway transferred from China

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta launched the standard gauge railways (SGR) first cargo train following its transferal from China. The train transported goods loaded from Mombasa port.The construction of the SGR was initiated in Dec 2014 by CRBC. It has a length of 480km and is the first overseas SGR entirely meeting Chinese standards. The final completion of the SGR is believed to be a win-win achievement for China-Africa cooperation under the framework of Belt and Road Initiative.
Jun 1, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Lions greeted in New Zealand with traditional Maori welcome

Lions greeted in New Zealand with traditional Maori welcome

The British and Irish Lions landed at Auckland Airport on 31 March, and were greeted with a powhiri welcome, including a performance of the All Blacks; traditional Ka Mate haka. The Lions, who have won just one previous series in New Zealand, will play 10 games on the tour. The tour begins on Saturday (3 June) with a match against a provincial selection side in Whangarei.
May 31, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Weird faceless fish found in Australian abyss

Weird faceless fish found in Australian abyss

A bizarre faceless fish has been found during a voyage to one of the deepest parts of the ocean ever visited. Pulled up for the Australias eastern abyss, the strange creature is only the second specimen of the species ever to be found, the first found in 1873 in the waters off Papua New Guinea.
May 31, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Russia launches cruise missiles at Isis positions near Palmyra in Syria

Russia launches cruise missiles at Isis positions near Palmyra in Syria

A Russian warship and a submarine have fired four cruise missiles from the Mediterranean to hit Islamic State targets near the ancient city of Palmyra in Syria. Launched on 31 May, the missiles destroyed IS manpower and equipment according to the Russian Defence Ministry.
May 31, 2017
By Staff Reporter
Russia launches cruise missiles at Isis positions near Palmyra in Syria

Russia launches cruise missiles at Isis positions near Palmyra in Syria

A Russian warship and a submarine have fired four cruise missiles from the Mediterranean to hit Islamic State targets near the ancient city of Palmyra in Syria. Launched on 31 May, the missiles destroyed IS manpower and equipment according to the Russian Defence Ministry.
May 31, 2017
By Staff Reporter
$15,000 worth of sex toys stolen in Las Vegas

$15,000 worth of sex toys stolen in Las Vegas

Thirty-Thousand condoms and $15,000 (£11,700) worth of sex toys were stolen from a warehouse in Las Vegas. A series of robberies at the Lelo distribution plant saw two men enter the warehouse and load their car with merchandise.
May 31, 2017
By Staff Reporter