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These black roses, known as "Karagul" in Turkish, can only grow in the town of Halfeti with soil that has distinctive features including a special PH level. The unique colour cannot be preserved elsewhere, experts say

In Pics | A severed fingertip, faeces in bed: Key highlights of Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial

Here are some of the key moments from the high-profile trial, which featured blistering claims and counterclaims of domestic abuse.

War in Pics | Along the frontlines of Ukraine's east

After abandoning its assault on Kyiv, Russia is pressing on in the east and south in the face of mounting sanctions and a fierce Ukrainian counter-offensive bolstered by Western arms.

Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Celebration begins: Highlights of first day

Four days of celebrations honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne have kicked off on June 2 with formal Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Sheryl Sandberg steps down as COO of Meta; here’s all you need to know about her

Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down as chief operating officer of Facebook’s parent company Meta. Sandberg’s 14-year tenure at previously Facebook and now Meta is not as rosy as Zuckerberg may make it seem. Let’s take a look at her profile.

4 killed in shooting at Tulsa hospital; a look at 30 years of gun-making in America

The Tulsa gunman was found dead with a rifle and pistol on his person. Handguns are the most common weapon used in mass shootings in the US

Russia-Ukraine Crisis | 100 days of extraordinary images from Ukraine

The conflict unleashed by Russian President Vladimir Putin defies statistics. It is a story best told in unsparing images of human suffering and resilience.

Diplomacy in Pics | Rajnath Singh meets Israeli counterpart in Delhi marking three decades of diplomatic ties

Defence minister Rajnath Singh welcomed his Israeli counterpart in India, marking three decades of diplomatic ties. The visit was meant to take place in March but got cancelled after Gantz contracted COVID-19

Patriotism in Pics | Britain readies for Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee

Britain will mark Queen Elizabeth's record-breaking 70 years on the throne this week with four days of celebrations, ranging from military parades and a church service to street parties and a pop concert outside Buckingham Palace.

A look at top countries generating electricity from wind and solar

Wind and solar are the fourth-largest source of electricity, behind coal, gas, and hydro. A look at top countries that generates electricity from them

Russia-Ukraine Conflict | US agrees to send advanced rockets to Ukraine

Russian troops fought to take complete control of the eastern industrial city of Sievierodonetsk on June 1 as the United States said it would provide Ukraine with advanced rockets to help Kiev force Moscow to negotiate an end to the war.

Food For All Ages | A look at the ideal foods to eat healthily at every stage of life

From the moment we make our kicking-screaming entrance into this world, food is one of only a handful of things that we would perish without. But we can’t just ingest any food at any age, not if we want to have a fighting chance at the madness that is life. And in this, food is our greatest ally.

Russia Ukraine Crisis | EU leaders agree on Russian oil ban by end-2022. Here’s what they said on sanction

European Union leaders have agreed to ban more than two-thirds of Russian oil imports, tightening economic screws on the country even as Moscow's forces press their offensive in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region.

COP26 | Can we phase out coal? Here’s all you need to know

Here’s a look at how coal would need to be eliminated from the energy mix in order to reach net zero goals by 2050, based on data provided by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Fortune 500 | World’s top 10 highest paid CEOs in 2021

The chief executive of SpaceX and Tesla topped the Fortune 500 list of the most highly compensated CEOs in 2021. In 2021 Musk ‘realized’ compensation worth almost $23.5 billion, from exercising some Tesla stock options awarded in a 2018. Here’s the list of top 10 most highly compensated CEOs in 2021.

Easing Curbs in Pics | Shanghai takes steps towards ending lockdown

Shanghai took more gradual steps towards lifting its COVID-19 lockdown while Beijing was investigating cases where its strict curbs were affecting other medical treatments as China soldiered on with its uneven exit from restrictions.

In Pics | A look at some odd pictures from around the world

Britons crowded pubs and flower shows to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee as far away in Shanghai, Covid restrictions were being eased and in the middle of it, a sand storm swept Baghdad, all in this week. Take a look

World Economic Forum 2022 | A look at the main issues tackled in Davos

From the Ukraine conflict to warnings of climate cataclysm and soaring inflation, the world's political and business elites tackled some gloomy matters in their first Davos summit in more than two years. Instead of the usual snowy winter wonderland of past gatherings, grey skies and rain added to the gloomy mood during the four-day forum that wrapped up May 26. Here is a roundup of the main issues tackled by the WEF:

Long lines for fuel plague crisis-hit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is reeling under its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948, with a severe shortage of foreign exchange severely curtailing imports, including essentials such as fuel and medicines

'The pandemic won't stop us': the Beijingers skirting Covid rules

Schools are closed and almost everyone is working from home in the Chinese capital, but that hasn’t stopped mothers from hosting playdates, youngsters from guzzling beer or elderly neighbours from playing mahjong

Texas School Shooting | A look at some of the deadliest terror attacks on schools

Many countries around the world have suffered school attacks and shootings. As the US mourns the victims of Texas school shooting, here’s a look at some of the deadliest terror attacks on schools.

Russia launches all-out assault to encircle Ukraine troops in east

Russian forces waged an all-out assault on May 24 to encircle Ukrainian troops in twin eastern cities straddling a river, a battle that could determine the success or failure of Moscow's main campaign in the industrial heartland of Donbas.

In Pics | Deadly shooting at Texas elementary school

A teenage gunman murdered at least 19 children and two teachers after storming into a Texas elementary school on May 24. The carnage began with the 18-year-old suspect, identified as Salvador Ramos, shooting his own grandmother, who survived, authorities said. This is the latest bout of gun-fuelled mass killings in the United States and the nation's worst school shooting in nearly a decade

Explained | What is Quad and how it works?

As leaders of the US, Japan, India and Australia meet in Tokyo for a summit of the Quad, here’s a look at what the grouping is all about.

Leaders of QUAD countries launch the QUAD fellowship

The fellowship will sponsor 25 students every year from each member nation to pursue master's and doctoral degrees at leading Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) universities in the US.

Indo-Pacific Economic Framework: PM Modi joins US President Joe Biden in IPEF launch

President Biden launched a new trade deal with 12 Indo-Pacific nations to strengthen their economies.

Ukraine says it holds off latest Russian assault in east

Ukraine said on May 23 it had held off the latest assault on an eastern city that has become the main target of Moscow's offensive since Russian forces finally seized Mariupol last week.

PM Modi received warm welcome in Japan on his 2-day-visit for Quad Summit

India and Japan will contribute towards building an open, free and inclusive Indo-Pacific region, connected by secure seas, integrated by trade and investment, defined by respect of sovereignty and territorial integrity and anchored in international law, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in an op-ed published in a leading Japanese newspaper on May 23

World Economic Forum 2022 | Ministerial delegation represents Indian states at Davos

The event started on May 22 and will continue till May 26. This year, it is expected that the forum will discuss on the topic related with Ukraine crisis, climate change, fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, attracting more investments and a host of other issues affecting the world.

'Straight to your soul': Japan's taiko reinvents drum tradition

Taiko simply means drum in Japanese, and performers use two main types. The first is made from a single, hollowed tree trunk with cow or horsehide nailed over each end. The second uses hide stretched over rings attached with ropes to a wooden body.

Finland and Sweden submit application to join NATO; here’s a look at why countries want to join the alliance

As Finland and Sweden submit their application for NATO membership, a look at why countries want to join the alliance, and the process of granting membership.

75th Cannes Film Festival | Tom Cruise, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, other celebs dazzle at red carpet

Tom Cruise jets into Cannes on May 18 for the first time in 30 years to launch "Top Gun: Maverick", and much has changed in the film industry since his last visit -- except his continued box office power. A look at the other celebrities who graced the Cannes red carpet.

The Lancet Planetary Health Report: Pollution claimed 9 million lives globally in 2019

Pollution killed more than 9 million across the globe in 2019, much more than war, terrorism or diseases like AIDS and malaria

COVID-19 | Morocco 'breathing again' as tourists back after COVID shutdown

Marrakesh, famous for its graceful red buildings set against palm trees and snow-capped mountains, is once again packed with tourists, breathing life back into tourism industry

Ukraine troops begin to surrender in Mariupol

Ukraine's military said it aimed to evacuate its remaining soldiers from their last stronghold in Mariupol, as fighters that have held out for 82 days began to surrender, heralding the end of Europe's bloodiest battle in decades.

COVID-19 | A look at how the numbers of visitors in museums are rising slowly after the pandemic

Museum attendance went down significantly in the last two years, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Two years on, number of visitors at leading museums is rising slowly.

Fear and adrenaline as Czechs open world's longest suspension footbridge

Fear and adrenaline were some of the feelings as the first tourists stepped out on the world's longest suspension footbridge, spanning a mountain valley in the Czech Republic.

US Gun Violence | A look at gun death figures in the US

As US witnesses two shootings in 48 hours, here’s what the data says about gun deaths in the U.S.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict | 10 weeks in Ukraine, making images hard to forget

The bodies of Russian soldiers, some horribly disfigured. Relatives weeping over the dead, some killed because they were in the wrong place at the wrong time. And always, the thousands of Ukrainians fleeing horrific destruction as their cities and villages came under bombardment.

In pics | A look at the design of the world's first Bitcoin City in El Salvador

The world’s first Bitcoin City is coming along beautifully. Nayib Bukele, President of El Salvador, the smallest country in Central America, took to social media to share the design of the first Bitcoin city.

In Pics | A look at some odd pictures from around the world

From blistering heat in Delhi, Eurovision Song Contest in Turin, horse carriages in central London to a locked-down Shanghai, it was a busy week, see for yourself

Sri Lankans flee deadly violence in Colombo as crisis worsens

Many Sri Lankans thronged buses in Colombo to return to their hometowns during a brief relaxation in curfew, imposed after the prime minister quit and went into hiding and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa warned of anarchy.

Covid-19 | A look at rising number of cases and virus sub-variants in select countries

A look at infection trends in some countries battling the covid, and the sub-variant responsible it...

Wildfires threaten New Mexico resorts, burn California mansions

The New Mexico wildfire, on track to be the largest in the state’s history, has burned over 259,810 acres, edging towards mountain resort towns. In California, a wildfire engulfed multi-million dollar mansions in the south

In Pics | Russia's invasion of Ukraine from above

Apartment blocks have been reduced to rubble and nearly 10 million people have been displaced in Ukraine during the Russian invasion.

Biggest white diamond ever: 'The Rock' auction fetches $21.9 million

The Rock, the biggest white diamond ever auctioned, was sold for 21.7 million Swiss francs ($21.9 million) on May 11, far short of the record for such a jewel. The 228.31-carat stone, larger than a golf ball, was sold in Geneva by Christie's auction house.

Queen Elizabeth II delegates opening of Parliament for first time

Queen Elizabeth II delegated one of her most important public duties to Prince Charles on May 10, underscoring the increasingly central role the heir to the crown is taking as his mother prepares to celebrate 70 years on the throne.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict | Russian missiles strike Odesa

Firefighters battled blazes in Odesa until early hours of May 10 after Russian missiles pounded the Ukrainian port on May 9, the day President Vladimir Putin led celebrations in Moscow marking Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two.

Apple discontinues iPod after 20 years: A look at the journey of the iconic music player

After 20 years of journey, Apple has officially announced the discontinuation of the iconic portable music player - iPod. But with online music streaming platforms and smart phones with ample storage space, the iPod slowly became eclipsed. Apple, in its blog, announced that the iPod Touch, the only version of the player still in circulation, will be available till stocks last.

Curfew in Sri Lanka after clashes, PM's resignation fails to quell anger

Sri Lanka's prime minister resigned on May 9 to make way for a unity government that would try to find a way out of the country's worst economic crisis in history but protesters also want his brother to stand down as president