China independent film festival shut by authorities.
A Chinese independent film festival was closed by authorities on its opening day.
People stick with favorites in sea of mobile apps
There may be a growing number of applications for smartphones, but people in the US tend to cling to the few they like and shun the rest.
Facing new flight, Turkish Kurds in Iraq long for home
Families who once fled a Turkish crackdown on Kurdish rebels in the 1990s after escaping from brutal jihadists, longing to return home.
Retired cops side with Ferguson protesters
Retired Philadelphia police captain Ray Lewis cut an arresting figure in his crisp uniform, dark blue cap -- and a sign demanding "the truth".
Philippines to repatriate UN troops in Golan, Liberia
The Philippines said it will repatriate over 400 of its troops serving as UN peacekeepers amid security threats and concerns over the Ebola virus.
Hamas executes 'collaborators', Israeli boy killed
Hamas executed 18 alleged collaborators in Gaza City as Israeli Prime Minister vowed harsh retribution for the killing of a four-year-old boy.
Thailand vows 'leniency' in surrogacy cases
Thailand's junta has pledged leniency in the cases of babies born to surrogate mothers.
Famed Galapagos tortoise 'Pepe the Missionary' dies
"Pepe the Missionary," a giant tortoise who rose to fame as one of the most photographed animals on Galapagos Islands, has died at age 60.
Google buys product design firm Gecko
Google confirmed that it bought Gecko Design to bolster its lab devoted to technology-advancing projects.
John Lennon's killer denied parole for eighth time
The man who shot dead Beatles star John Lennon was denied parole for an eighth time after being deemed likely to violate the law again.
SpaceX rocket explodes during test flight
A SpaceX rocket exploded in midair during a test flight, as the company seeks to develop a spacecraft that can return to Earth.
Amazon readying an attack on Google's ad business
US giant Amazon is preparing to take on Google in one of its core businesses, Internet advertising, citing sources familiar with the matter.
Russia treading on 'razor blade' to keep influence in Ukraine: analysts
Russia's decision to force a disputed aid convoy into Ukraine reflects the Kremlin's urgent need to retain influence over ex-Soviet state.
Bike ride with Tour de'France Champion to be held in Astana
Astana residents and guests of the city will have a great opportunity to take a ride with Tour de'France 2014 Champion Vincenzo Nibali caped for Kazakhstan on August 24 in Astana.
Ice Bucket Challenge reaches Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s Majilis Deputy Vladislav Kosarev has taken part in the Ice Bucket Challenge.
Gasoline prices spike in Kazakhstan
Gasoline prices have grown 11-12% in Kazakhstan in one step.
Gold plated iPhones: specially for Kazakhstan
CAVIAR iPhone brand has designed an exclusive iPhone line specially for Kazakhstan.
World Class bike race in Almaty gathers 600 people
600 people took part in World Class bike race held on August 16 in Almaty.
Ancient settlement found in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists have discovered an ancient settlement on the bank of the Ishim River in Akmola oblast.
Best mascot design chosen for EXPO-2017
Tengri and Bouri have been chosen as the best contenders for the EXPO-2017 mascots.
