Austrian plans to jump from stratosphere
London, Feb 13 An Austrian stuntman is planning to jump from a balloon high up in the stratosphere.
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A first for Pakistan: Gilani indicted for contempt (Evening Lead)
Islamabad, Feb 13 Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani was Monday indicted by the Supreme Court for refusing to reopen corruption cases against President Asif Ali Zardari. Gilani, who pleaded innocence, could be jailed for six months or even lose office if convicted.
Junk food saves teen's life from fatal liver disease
London, Feb 13 A teenager who gorged on chocolates and junk food is on the road to recovery from a dreaded liver disease that could have killed her, says a report.
Fairy tales too scary for kids: Study
London, Feb 13 Generations of children have been captivated by fairy tales like "Rapunzel", "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" and "Cinderella" but now parents feel they are too scary for children.
BBC apologises for broadcasting paid documentaries
London, Feb 13 The BBC has apologised for broadcasting documentaries made by a TV company that was paid millions of pounds by clients.
Rabid moose infects 14 Russians
Moscow, Feb 13 Two residents of Moscow have reportedly been hospitalized while 12 of their relatives are undergoing treatment after coming into contact with a rabid moose.
Hindu trader kidnapped in Pakistan
Islamabad, Feb 13 A Hindu trader has been kidnapped in Pakistan's Balochistan province, police said.
Six Taliban killed, 19 surrender in Afghanistan
Kabul, Feb 13 At least six Taliban rebels, including a commander named Fida Mohammad, have been killed in a clash with security forces while 19 have surrendered in separate incidents in Afghanistan, officials said Monday.
Amsterdam airport evacuated after bomb threat
The Hague, Feb 13 Two terminals of the Schiphol airport in the Netherlands capital Amsterdam were evacuated Monday after a bomb threat, police said.
Russian officer commits suicide on n-submarine
Moscow, Feb 13 A Russian military officer serving onboard a nuclear submarine has committed suicide, an official said Monday.