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India Rideshare Provider Ola Cabs Raises $315 Million From Funders Led By DST Global

Ola Cabs is guzzling cash as it expands its driver network and adds services to fend off challengers on the subcontinent.

Ashton Carter Condemns North Korean Missile Launch Just Before Meeting In Seoul

U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said the missile tests underscored the need to support South Korea.

India’s Snapdeal Acquires Freecharge, Eyes Alibaba-Style Ecosystem On Subcontinent

Smartphone penetration in India is helping online shopping companies to connect small towns with small businesses in an unprecedented manner.

US Defense Chief In Japan To Show Alliance Strong Amid China Worries

U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter kicked off talks with his Japanese counterpart on Wednesday aimed at demonstrating that the two countries' security alliance is tighter than ever amid China's growing assertiveness in the region.

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North Korea Imposes No-Sail Zone, Missile Launches Seen Likely: Reports

The move comes shortly before a joint defense summit between U.S. and South Korean officials.

Japan's Wary Manufacturers Resist Abe's Urge To Splurge

A number of Japanese manufacturers are shifting production back to Japan from China and elsewhere to take advantage of a weaker yen.

Apple Watch Pre-Orders To Start April 10; ‘Guided Tours’ Section Introduced Ahead Of April 24 Launch

Customers will also be able to pre-order the Apple Watch through the official Apple Store app for the iPhone and iPad.

Typhoon Maysak: Philippines May Face Landslides, Storm Surges Over Weekend

Is Typhoon Maysak a "super typhoon" or a merely "strong" one?

Apple Inc.'s iPhone 6 Bumps Xiaomi To Second Place In China

Apple's iPhones accounted for over a quarter of all smartphones sold in China in the three months ended February.

'Furious 7': The Unlikely Story Behind The 'Fast And Furious' Franchise, From The Guy Who Started It All

It started in the notebook of 24-year-old reporter Ken Li and became a $2.3 billion movie franchise.

Paul Walker's Brother Cody Walker Looking For Agent After 'Furious 7'

After his debut role in "Furious 7," Paul Walker's youngest brother, Cody, is staying in Hollywood past the popular "Fast & Furious" series.

Revenge Porn In Japan: 110 Reports In 1 Month Despite Countrywide Ban, Survey Finds

The survey was conducted by Japan’s National Police Agency between Nov. 27 and Dec. 31, 2014.

Apple Inc. Could Sell One Million Apple Watches In First Weekend, Analyst Says

That's what Apple expects to push during the smartwatch's first sales weekend -- and it's more units than the first iPad and iPhone sold.

Japan's Misao Okawa at her 117th birthday

Who Was Japan's Misao Okawa? World's Oldest Person Dies Of Heart Failure At The Age Of 117

Gertrude Weaver from the U.S., who will turn 117 on July 4, will now become the oldest person after Misao Okawa's death.

Pagasa (Hope) Island in the South China Sea

Beijing Building 'Great Wall Of Sand' With Artificial Islands In South China Sea: US Official

The U.S. has been criticized by China for its comments on Beijing's activities in disputed regions of the South China Sea.

U.S. President Barack Obama at the G20 Summit

Obama, Putin Among World Leaders Whose Personal Details Were Accidentally Leaked By G20 Organizers

The privacy breach by the organizers had affected a total of 31 leaders who attended the summit last year.

Oil Prices Fall As Iran, World Powers Seek Nuclear Deal

A Singapore-based brokerage firm expects oil prices to fall further in the second quarter.

Singaporeans Bid Final Farewell To Founding Father Lee Kuan Yew

"His biggest achievement is to help elevate people's living standards," one Singaporean lining the procession route told Reuters.

NASA, Russia To Team Up On New Space Station, Russia Confirms

Following the year-long mission on the International Space Station, the Russian space chief says the agency will collaborate will NASA on a new station.

Tunisia Attack Update: Fourth French National Dies From Wounds; Death Toll Stands At 22

The Tunisia museum attack’s victims included citizens of France, Italy, Japan, Spain and the U.K.

Apple Watch: How To Get Your Hands On Apple Inc.'s Smartwatch This April

Purchasing the Apple Watch may require a bit of preparation before pre-orders begin.

Japan Is Set To Extend Sanctions On North Korea: Nikkei

Japan is poised to decide on an extension to a trade embargo, a ban on charter flights and a prohibition on North Korean ships entering Japanese ports.

Black Unemployment: College Degree Offers Advantages, But No Escape From Racialized Job Markets

Even when they've got the skills, discrimination leaves black job candidates unemployed or underemployed.

Apple Watch Launch: Availability Expected To Be Highly Constrained At Retail Stores

Walk-ins may not be turned away, but it's highly likely that their model of choice won't be immediately available.

SoftBank, Others In Talks To Buy 20 Percent Of India’s Micromax: Report

India has 950 million wireless subscribers but only 150 million smartphone owners, making the country an attractive market.

Israel Spying Denial Contradicted By NSA Documents: Intercept Report

The documents reportedly show that the CIA considers Israel a “priority threat country,” along with Russia, China, Iran, Pakistan and Cuba.

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