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China accuses US of damaging navigation safety with military activities at sea
The recent surge in US Navy activity represents a danger to the freedom and safety of navigation, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said, in response to a question on the dismissal of the US Seventh Fleet commander after a “series of incidents.”
Aug 24, 2017 18:17
Beijing deploys 'necessary defenses' on disputed South China Sea Islands, says in line with intl law
China has reportedly put surface-to-air missile systems on one of the disputed South China Sea Islands, as tensions rise in the region over sovereignty claims. Beijing says its defense facilities won’t impede navigation or over-flight freedom in the area.
Feb 17, 2016 07:48
Lighthouse of Alexandria: Ancient wonder of the world to be rebuilt in Egypt
The Lighthouse of Alexandria - one of the seven wonders of the ancient world - will be rebuilt at its original location, according to Egypt’s Supreme Antiquities Council that announced its approval.
May 8, 2015 05:52
Early voting begins in remote Russian regions
The early voting in Russia’s State Duma elections has begun in the country’s remote and hard-to-reach areas. About 150,000 people – slightly over 1 per cent of voters - in 34 regions will be able to cast their ballots till December 3.
Nov 18, 2011 09:10
For traffic the bell tolls
Moscow bell ringers have come up with a most unusual way of tackling the problem of heavy traffic on the capital’s roads – by using a special bell toll.
Jan 19, 2011 08:53