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Hong Kong police arrested more than 200 people in one night for various offenses, including participating in illegal gatherings, possessing dangerous weapons and wearing  mask. In the incident late Saturday, police had to release tear gas, rubber bullets and water...

Tens of thousands of religious party supporters along with the leaders of the main opposition parties attended a series of protests across Pakistan to demand Prime Minister Imran Khan to resign in two days. According to the local media, security...

Dr Reza Baqir, the governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Friday that the central bank plans to make one million new merchants in 2020. A micro-payment gateway is in making which would provide facilities to...

South Korean fire department helicopter carrying seven people crashed into the sea off the disputed Dokdo Islands with Japan late Thursday, a fire official said. South Korea's Yonhap news agency said the South Korean Coast Guard and private boats were...

At least 74 people have been killed and dozens more injured after a cooking gas cylinder explosion in a crowded train with passengers in central Pakistan Thursday, a regional minister said. Television footage shows firecrackers littering three cabins when a...

Beijing has voiced 'truth and support' over Hong Kong administrator's actions to oust democratic activist Joshua Wong from participating in local elections after months of protests in the city. Wong is a well-known figure in the pro-democracy movement without a...

A group of doctors and residents are urging New Delhi authorities to shut down schools and cancel sports events held in open areas after air pollution levels in the Indian capital have remained at an alarming rate for two...

A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit southern Philippines on Tuesday at the expense of a male student who escaped from a classroom, causing a building to crack and injuring many in the area,  just over a week since a strong...

Malaysian Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad said that the advantages of Malaysians working in foreign countries as professionals and having certain skills and abilities make them highly regarded. The prime minister said at this time many Malaysians working in...

Famous K-pop star Sulli has been targeted for extreme online commentary today at her home, South Korean police said. Sulli's body, a former member of the famous K-pop f(x) group, was found by her manager at her residence on the...