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'I'm dead, LOL': 22-year-old's social media post after death from cancer goes viral; netizens get emotional

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- The story of a 22-year-old Japanese man who died from cancer has touched many people online. It's because of one final message he scheduled before his death. Kanaru Nakayama pas... Read More


New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- When the MetroCard replaced the New York City subway token in 1994, the swipeable plastic card infused much-needed modernity into one of the world's oldest and largest transit sy... Read More


From overseas to the homeland: Turning patriotism into action

Tokyo, Dec. 29 -- Positive reforms in Vietnam's institutions, economic development policies and international integration have strengthened confidence among overseas Vietnamese (OVs), said Le Thuong, ... Read More


Political bombshell in Bangladesh: Student-led NCP joins hands with Islamist Jamaat ahead of polls

India, Dec. 29 -- The National Citizen Party (NCP), a political outfit formed by student leaders who spearheaded the July-August 2024 uprising that led to the ouster of former prime minister Sheikh Ha... Read More


Vietnam, Indonesia see vast room for further growth of ties: Ambassador

Jakarta, Dec. 29 -- Vietnam-Indonesia relations are entering a new phase after 70 years of development on a foundation of close historical ties (December 30, 1955 - 2025), with plenty of room for furt... Read More


US as Guarantor Must End Israel's Gaza Genocide

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- Trump Fetes Netanyahu as US Bombs Fuel Israel's 700+ Gaza Ceasefire Violations As US President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Mar-a-Lago on M... Read More


Tarique Rahman Launches Bold Bid for Bangladesh Parliament After 17-Year Exile

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- BNP Heir's High-Stakes Return Fuels Election Frenzy In the sweltering heat of Dhaka's political heartland, a figure long shrouded in exile has stepped boldly into the spotlight.... Read More


Japanese tourists mistreated over swimsuits, Santa caps in Varanasi

Hyderabad, Dec. 29 -- Some Japanese tourists reportedly faced mistreatment for wearing swimsuits and Santa Claus caps during a visit to a ghat in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Dec... Read More


Trump holds 'positive call' with Putin day after 'lot of progress' on peace deal with Zelensky

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- United States President Donald Trump on Monday held a "positive call" with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. "Presiden... Read More


Trump holds a call with Putin day after his meting with Zelensky on peace deal

New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- United States President Donald Trump on Monday held a "positive call" with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. "Presiden... Read More