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38 dead, 44 rescued as ferry sinks in Myanmar's cyclone Thirty-eight people died when a motorized ferry sank in a river in Myanmar's cyclone-battered Irrawaddy delta, state media reported on Friday. China-Taiwan flights begin in sign of warmer ties Historic regular flights between Taiwan and China began on Friday, in a show of conciliation between the long-time rivals that could draw millions of Chinese visitors to the island. Mongolia ruling party wins vote: election spokesman The ruling Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party (MPRP) has won parliamentary elections by a landslide, preliminary results showed on Thursday, after charges of election cheating sparked violence killing five people. Firefighters battle flames in two California towns California firefighters made a desperate stand as darkness fell on Thursday to save more than 4,000 homes and other structures from a pair of out-of-control wildfires burning about 170 miles apart along the California coast. Betancourt tastes freedom, orange juice In her first hours of freedom, Ingrid Betancourt held her children tight, visited her father's grave and sent her husband out to find oranges for breakfast. Explosion in Belarus injures 40: police About 40 people were injured by an explosive device that was detonated in Belarus' capital a little after midnight (2100 GMT) on Friday during a concert celebrating Independence Day, police and witnesses said. Group was plotting coup in Turkey Documents seized by Turkish police indicate that a shadowy, ultra-nationalist illegal organisation planned to trigger a coup to unseat the government, newspapers reported yesterday. Third Front delays decision on support Faced with deep divisions and threat of disintegration, the United National Progressive Alliance, yesterday failed to take a categorical decision on the contentious Indo-US nuclear deal. Britain to double aid to offset militancy Britain is to double assistance to Pakistan to £480 million (Dh3.51 billion) by 2011, with greater emphasis on the militancy-plagued border with Afghanistan. Bangladesh local poll process begins Candidates on Thursday applied to run in Bangladesh's local elections due on August 4, the first since the army-backed interim government took over in January last year and a major step ahead of a national vote at year-end. Colombia troops rescue Betancourt, 3 US hostages Colombian politician Ingrid Betancourt and three US hostages held for years by guerrillas were rescued on Wednesday after soldiers posing as aid workers duped their captors into putting them on a helicopter. Obama denies shift on Iraq policy Democrat Barack Obama called a second news conference in North Dakota on Thursday to reiterate that he is not changing his position on withdrawing all combat troops from Iraq. Japan unveils $50 billion in food aid ahead of G8 Japan is to donate a fresh $50 million in emergency food aid to help ease the food crisis in developing countries, the foreign ministry said on Friday. Shutdown disrupts life in Mumbai as buses stoned Activists of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad went on a rampage pelting buses, trains and shops with stones and holding up traffic on roads in several parts of the city. Violent protests over Kashmir shrine land row claim two lives A scattered strike over the transfer of forest land to a Hindu shrine turned violent in central India yesterday, with two people killed and dozens injured in religious clashes, police said. Indonesia uncovers terror plot A group of suspected militants detained by Indonesia's anti-terrorism unit after a cache of bombs was found in Sumatra were plotting to attack Western targets, a police source said yesterday. French rejoice over miracle rescue from the jungle Giant portraits of Ingrid Betancourt have graced town halls across France for years as a reminder of her captivity. Yesterday, supporters planned to party outside Paris City Hall and hang a new banner across her portrait there: "Freed!" President calls for end to US beef protest South Korean President Lee Myung-bak on Thursday called for an end to street protests against his US beef import deal, saying they no longer have public support and it was time to get to work on the economy. Mauritanian government resigns after political revolt within ruling party Mauritanian Prime Minister Yahya Ahmad Al Waghef's government resigned yesterday after barely two months in office, following a political revolt against it by rebel deputies of the ruling party. Cyclone victims rescued from human traffickers More than 80 women and child victims of Myanmar's recent cyclone have been rescued from human traffickers who were scheming to smuggle them to neighbouring countries, a media report said on Thursday. Unveiling of wax Hitler sparks bad taste controversy Berlin's new waxwork museum yesterday unveiled a figure of a glum-looking Adolf Hitler in a mock bunker during the last days of his life, an exhibit that has been criticised as in bad taste. New way to kill herpes viruses in hiding US researchers have found a way to flush out herpes viruses from hiding - offering a potential way to cure pesky and painful conditions from cold sores to shingles. 'Per-capita' approach to emissions urged India has reiterated its position that there can be no question of developing countries agreeing to mandatory caps on their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, even as US President George W. Bush called on India and China to be effective partners in a global treaty to combat climate change. Impact of truck strike is beginning to be felt Truckstops across India were at a standstill yesterday as many lorry drivers nationwide staged a strike over rising fuel bills, raising fears that it could force up food price and dampen commerce. se up to 30% Party veteran upset A sidelined Pakistan People's Party (PPP) leader Makhdoom Amin Fahim on Thursday said the performance of the new coalition government was "very disappointing." Sharif 'disappointed' about lack of confidence in coalition Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday once again voiced the growing anger in his Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) over the non-reinstatement of the deposed judges by the coalition government. Wife of disgraced nuclear scientist takes case to court The wife of disgraced Pakistani scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan said yesterday she is challenging his detention in court and suggested officials would be glad if he died without telling his side of Pakistan's nuclear proliferation story. Officials mull class suit against shipowner Local government officials in central Philippines said they will file a class suit against the owner of an ill-fated ship which sank during a typhoon last week, killing more than 800 passengers and allegedly dumping pollutants into the sea to the disadvantage of thousands of fishermen. Ex-lawmaker among five charged with extortion Lawyer Homobono Adaza, a former assemblyman, and four others were charged for allegedly extorting $4 million (Dh14.68 million) from a Japanese national to fund a new coup plot against President Gloria Arroyo. Kerala legislator's book says defence minister rarely caught off guard He is widely known for his simplicity, but Defence Minister A.K. Antony is also a bit of a miser and a stickler for rules, suggests a book of funny anecdotes penned by a Kerala legislator. Head of UN mission tries to build on aid meet A senior UN official on Thursday called for Afghanistan's neighbours to work towards mending tense regional relationships so that the conflict-torn country could be rebuilt. Clinton back to work with New York constituents Nearly a month after her historic run for the presidency came to a disappointing end, Senator Hillary Clinton returned to upstate New York and focused on local concerns - weather-beaten apples, green power and her state's downtrodden economy. Man detained after fake bomb threat at LA airport A man was detained on Wednesday after allegedly making a bomb threat to police at Los Angeles International Airport, prompting authorities to ground several flights and halt traffic into the area. All residents leave California's Big Sur as wildfire gets out of control Authorities have ordered the remaining residents of this scenic coastal community to leave because an out-of-control wildfire, one of hundreds in California, had jumped a fire line and was threatening more homes. Amar Singh denies seeking ministers' removal The Samajwadi Party denied yesterday that it had sought the removal of two senior cabinet ministers in exchange for its support to the Congress-led government. Experts say government can survive with timely letters of support The Indian government can survive without facing a trust vote in parliament even if the Left withdraws support, provided other political parties submit their letters of support to the president on time, say constitution experts. Health service in dire need of reality check Analysts say reluctance to recognise costs of 60-year system stalling reforms. Deal for biggest-ever warships signed Defence chiefs signed a £3 billion (Dh22 billion) contract on Thursday to build two aircraft carriers that will be the biggest warships in the Royal Navy's history, the government said. Second Al Qaida suspect freed from jail An Algerian suspected of links to Osama Bin Laden and bomb plots in the United States and France has been freed on bail after more than seven years in prison in Britain, officials said on Thursday. Conservatives want to simplify tax system Britain's main opposition Conservative Party would simplify the country's tax system if elected under plans drawn up by former chancellor Geoffrey Howe. Man sentenced for dealing in fake drugs A British man caught dealing in counterfeit medicines worth at least £1.8 million ($13 million) has received a 51-week suspended prison sentence, the country's drugs regulator said on Thursday. National service relaunch urged The sister of murdered teenager Ben Kinsella yesterday called for the reintroduction of national service to combat knife crime. Pakistani security forces arrest 18 militants in Khyber operation Pakistani security forces destroyed two major militant sites and arrested 18 resisting insurgents as part of an operation in the troubled Khyber tribal region that entered its fifth day on Wednesday, the Interior Ministry said. Miltants plotting revenge for Pakistan military offensive arrested Five militants suspected of plotting suicide attacks in revenge for an offensive against pro-Taliban militants have been arrested in Pakistan, officials said. Ban Ki-moon says UN seeking stronger partnership with China UN chief Ban Ki-moon said the United Nations wants to strengthen its partnership with a rising China, during visit to Beijing on Wednesday focused on global challenges such as food security and soaring energy prices. Chinese man blows up government building At least 12 people were injured when a Chinese man angry at the demolition of his property blew up a government office on Wednesday, local media and an official said. China government confirms talks with Dalai Lama A senior Chinese Communist Party official has met with envoys of the Dalai Lama, the government confirmed on Thursday. Philippines anti-corruption court orders arrests of top officials The Philippines' anti-corruption court ordered on Wednesday the arrest of a retired general, two soldiers, a police officer and four business partners for the illegal sale of government-issued weapons in 2000. Philippine authorities foil new plot against Arroyo Philippine authorities have foiled a fresh plot to oust President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, arresting an opposition lawyer, three retired colonels and a former police officer, the national police chief said on Thursday. Many killed in Bangladesh landslides Landslides triggered by heavy rainfall have killed at least 10 people and injured several others in southeast Bangladesh, officials and witnesses said on Thursday. Fresh graft charges brought against Bangladeshi ex-PM New graft charges have been brought detained former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, accusing her of embezzling money from an orphanage. Renewed fighting between army and rebels kills many in Sri Lanka Renewed fighting between government forces and Tamil Tiger rebels along Sri Lanka's northern front lines killed 26 rebels and two soldiers, the military said on Wednesday. Mandelson seeks EU unity after new Sarkozy criticism European Union trade chief Peter Mandelson said on Tuesday he was being undermined by repeated criticism from French President Nicolas Sarkozy and urged EU states to unite behind his push for a world trade deal. Turkish prosecutors draft indictment against group An indictment against a underground group attempting to stage a coup has been prepared by Turkish prosecutors, media reports said on Wednesday. Closed door hearings continue in case against Turkish government Turkey's deputy prime minister defended the ruling party in the country's top court on Thursday against charges that it is steering the country toward Islamic rule. Anti-terror police seize militants in Indonesia Anti-terror police arrested 10 suspected Muslim militants and seized a large cache of high-powered bombs, foiling a major attack targeting Westerners in the Indonesian capital, police and media reports said on Thursday. France uses special anti-terrorist laws too broadly, HRW says French authorities abuse special anti-terrorist powers to detain and sometimes mistreat people who are simply acquaintances of suspected militants, Human Rights Watch said. Obama courts evangelicals with stress on faith Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama promised a more active approach to faith-based social programs on Tuesday in a bid to bolster his support among evangelical and religious voters. Nelson Mandela finally removed from US terror list South African political icon Nelson Mandela has finally been taken off the United States terror list after US President George W Bush signed a bill him to travel to the US freely. Iran foreign minister dismisses threat of US attack Iran's foreign minister on Wednesday dismissed talk of a US or Israeli attack against his country, calling the prospect of another war in the Middle East "craziness." Angelina Jolie checks into hospital Angelina Jolie has checked into a hospital in the south of France where she is expected to give birth to her twins. Her obstetrician will address reporters at a conference later on Wednesday. US helicopter shot down in Afghanistan; no deaths A helicopter belonging to US-led coalition troops was shot down by small-arms fire south of the Afghan capital on Wednesday, but there were no serious injuries to the people on board, the US military said. UN appeals court acquits Bosnian Muslim war hero A UN appeals court on Thursday overturned the war crimes conviction of Naser Oric, a Bosnian Muslim considered a war hero by many in his country for fighting Serbs in the embattled Srebrenica enclave during Bosnia's 1992-95 war. Army officer and 7 separatist guerrillas killed in Kashmir An army officer and seven separatist guerrillas were killed in a fierce gun battle in Indian Kashmir, an army spokesman said on Wednesday. Clashes in Kashmir kill 12 Eleven suspected Islamic militants and one Indian soldier died in gunbattles in India's portion of Kashmir this week, an army spokesman said on Wednesday. Former Nepali crown prince leaves for Singapore - report Nepal's former crown prince has left the country for the first time in two years, a report on the BBC website said. Mongolia imposes emergency after post-election riots Mongolian President Nambariin Enkhbayar has declared a state of emergency for four days, after Mongolians alleging election fraud clashed with police and set fire to the headquarters of the ruling party, state television said on Wednesday. India's Samajwadi party meeting to discuss US nuclear deal A group of smaller Indian parties will meet on Thursday to decide whether to support a civilian nuclear deal with the United States. Powerful explosions rock Bulgarian capital A series of powerful explosions at an arms storage complex on the outskirts of Sofia rocked the Bulgarian capital on Thursday, panicking thousands and breaking windows, authorities and eyewitnesses said. 18 killed in China coal mine collapse Eighteen people were confirmed dead after a coal shaft collapsed in northwest China, the official Xinhua news agency said on Wednesday. Zimbabwe opposition says Mbeki not enough Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai rejected an African Union decision to leave efforts to resolve the country's political crisis in the hands of the South African president, saying on Wednesday his group would not participate without an additional mediator. Medvedev sets out anti-corruption drive Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Wednesday said he wanted a package of anti-corruption legislation in place by next year, stepping up his campaign against a problem he says threatens national security Freed Indian fails to reach home Family members of an Indian prisoner, released by Pakistan after 10 years of imprisonment, went through an agonising wait yesterday as the man could not return home to India. 'Trashion' for the fashion conscious Trash used to create jewellery, clothing and houseware is gaining acceptance with chic and urban designers worldwide. Government eyes Samajwadi Party lifeline The government tried to woo a regional party yesterday and secure a parliamentary majority amid signs its communist allies were intent on withdrawing their support to protest against a nuclear deal with the United States. Turkish general urges calm after detentions A senior Turkish general on Wednesday called for calm after two prominent retired generals were detained in a widening police investigation into a suspected coup plot against the government. Coaching IIT aspirants a $2.3b business - study Private academies that train students for entrance exams of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) and other prestigious engineering colleges mint Rs100 billion (Dh8.4 billion) a year - an amount that can fund 30 to 40 new IITs, shows a study by an industry body. MP defies party over double standards Accusing his party leaders of double standards, a Samajwadi Party MP yesterday came out openly against a tie-up with the Congress party over the nuclear deal with the United States. Obama would push Europe to toughen Iran stance: aide The prospect of a nuclear-armed Iran is the biggest threat facing the world, according to one of Barack Obama's senior foreign policy advisers. TV ad spend: Rivals set to top $800m The 2008 presidential race, which has already drawn a record number of dollars and voters, is poised to shatter another record: the amount of money spent on television advertisements. Millions of truckers in fuel-price protests Millions of truck drivers went on strike across India yesterday to protest rising fuel prices and road tolls, union leaders said, in a move that could paralyse much of the Indian economy. Troops patrol deserted bazaar Heavily armed paramilitary troops blocked roads into a tribal town in northwestern Pakistan and patrolled its deserted bazaar yesterday as an operation against militants rolled into its fifth day with more arrests but no sign of fighting. Boucher criticises preoccupation with Musharraf US Assistant Secretary of State Richard Boucher had a word of advice for Pakistanis: Focus on the real issues rather than the future of President Pervez Musharraf. National Guard called in to fight California wildfires California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger ordered 200 National Guard troops to report for fire training to relieve weary firefighters battling blazes that have scorched more than 1,709 square kilometres statewide. Federal agencies at odds over ID theft prevention steps When it comes to the risks of identity theft, the US government isn't taking its own advice. Marine in military court for killings A marine sniper believed he was shooting at insurgents planting a roadside bomb when he killed two Syrians in Iraq, platoon members testified in military court. Blackhawk shot down Twenty people, including 12 Taliban militants, were killed in the latest insurgent violence in Afghanistan, officials said yesterday. Sichuan earthquake agriculture damage $6 billion: UN The devastating earthquake in China's Sichuan province in May caused damage worth $6 billion to the region's agriculture, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) said on Monday. Anwar vows to seize power 'in a short while' Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim has vowed to seize power soon, stepping up his campaign against the government as he fights back an accusation of sodomising a young worker in his office. Bush: Tough month in Afghanistan Helicopter belonging to US-led coalition troops shot down by small arms fire south of Kabul. Premier medical institute's chief has to go, rules court Refusing to extend the term of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Director P. Venugopal, the Delhi High Court yesterday dismissed a mother's plea to continue his tenure so that her son could receive proper treatment. More than 500 held for sex trafficking Thirteen children were among 167 victims of human trafficking recovered by police, the Home Office said on Wednesday, in a six-month crackdown which led to 528 arrests. William's navy warship in drugs bust A British Royal Navy warship on which Prince William is serving has seized cocaine worth at least £40 million (Dh293 million) in a major drugs bust, said the Ministry of Defence on Wednesday. Police arrest 1,214 in London knife crackdown More than 1,000 people have been arrested on the streets of London in a six-week anti-knife operation, it was announced on Wednesday. Arroyo pledges more funds for Air Force On the occasion of its 61st anniversary, President Gloria Arroyo praised the Philippine Air Force for its contribution to the country during times of disaster. DNA kits to help identify ferry victims oreign forensic experts with 3,000 DNA testing kits set up a centre to help relatives identify the remains of their loved ones who perished when a ferry sank in rough seas off the central Philippines last week. Man maims gay lover in fit of jealous rage A man enraged over his gay lover's alleged infidelity cut off the latter's organ before vainly trying to flush it down the toilet. Front forced to rethink alliances The six-party United National Progressive Alliance (UNPA) betrayed the appearance of a house divided on the eve of its crucial meeting on the Indo-US nuclear deal. Doctors warn of monsoon-related diseases Wading through rainwater on the streets of Mumbai may seem like a fun-filled pastime but it can be a serious health hazard, say doctors. Soul for sale A New Zealand man has put his soul up for auction to the highest bidder, noting that it is "a merry old soul" rather than a "funk soul brother" but that he would "would like to think there is a bit of funk in there somewhere".