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What is Pakistan's homemade cable car system?

August 22, 2023 - 11:06am
For many who need to travel between mountains in Pakistan, makeshift chair-lifts are the only option.
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Watch: Moment first child rescued from Pakistan cable car

August 22, 2023 - 10:48am
See the moment a passenger was rescued from a dangling cable car in Pakistan.
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Crispin Dye: New person of interest identified in AC/DC manager death

August 22, 2023 - 7:54am
The death of Crispin Dye is being investigated as part of an Australian inquiry into gay hate crimes.
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South China Sea: Philippines resupplies Spratlys shoal troops

August 22, 2023 - 7:30am
Manila claims mission success despite Beijing's attempts to "block, harass and interfere".
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North Korea airline flies first international flight since Covid

August 22, 2023 - 4:31am
Flight tracking data showed an Air Koryo flight landing in Beijing from Pyongyang on Tuesday morning.
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Pakistan cable car incident: Rescue under way for eight people trapped

August 22, 2023 - 4:26am
"For God's sake help us," one of those trapped tells Pakistan media, as a rescue effort is under way.
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Lost luggage showing signs of recovery after hitting 10-year high

August 22, 2023 - 4:06am
New airline data indicates the number of lost, delayed or damaged bags is returning to pre-pandemic levels.
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Thaksin Shinawatra: Former Thailand PM jailed after return from exile

August 22, 2023 - 3:04am
Thaksin Shinawatra, one of Thailand's most divisive figures, is home after 15 years in exile.
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Fukushima nuclear disaster: Japan to release treated water in 48 hours

August 22, 2023 - 2:58am
The contentious plan will proceed despite opposition from local fishermen and neighbouring countries.
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R Praggnanandhaa: India chess prodigy takes on Magnus Carlsen in World Cup final

August 22, 2023 - 2:40am
Earlier in the tournament, India's Praggnanandhaa had defeated the world's second and third ranked players.
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Watch: Supporters greet Thaksin after return to Thailand from exile

August 22, 2023 - 12:05am
The former prime minister landed in Bangkok on Tuesday, greeting supporters gathered at the airport.
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Sara Sharif was bubbly and confident, says school

August 21, 2023 - 5:27pm
The body of Sara Sharif, aged 10, was found at her home in Woking, prompting a murder inquiry.
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ICC World Cup 2023: The importance of being Jasprit Bumrah in team India

August 21, 2023 - 4:56pm
The bowler's return to cricket after injury bodes well for the side at the Asia and World Cups.
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Mario: Voice of Nintendo game star Charles Martinet steps down after 27 years

August 21, 2023 - 11:46am
The actor will continue to work with Nintendo as a "Mario ambassador".
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Gas prices rise on fears of strikes in Australia

August 21, 2023 - 8:28am
Possible industrial action at a key liquefied natural gas supplier sent European prices 10% higher.
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Chandrayaan-3: India's lunar lander Vikram searches for safe Moon landing spot

August 21, 2023 - 1:33am
Day after Luna-25 crash, India space agency says lander trying to find area without boulders or deep trenches.
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Pakistan president denies approving laws giving military more power

August 21, 2023 - 12:47am
Arif Alvi claimed his staff "undermined" him, while the law ministry told him to "take responsibility".
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China cuts key interest rate as recovery falters

August 21, 2023 - 12:41am
The country's post-Covid recovery has been hit by a property crisis, falling exports and weak consumer spending.
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Maiden Pharmaceuticals: Fury in The Gambia over India cough syrup deaths

August 20, 2023 - 7:10pm
Grieving parents say regulators in both India and The Gambia failed their young children.
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Miyu Pranoto: Dance prodigy, 9, blazes trail for girls

August 19, 2023 - 7:17pm
Miyu is shattering conventions as she breakdances her way to fame.
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