Sneha Shankar joined International Business Times in February 2014, after working with Outlook Business and Bloomberg TV India. She covers politics and business-related stories for IBTimes. She has a Bachelor's degree in English literature from Delhi University and a Masters Degree in Online Journalism from Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. An avid music lover, she prefers to while away free time reading.
China Will Not ‘Permit War Or Chaos’ On Korean Peninsula
North Korea’s longtime ally has been critical of Pyongyang’s nuclear advancements, even backing harsh Western sanctions against the reclusive country.
Kim Kardashian Seen Having Lunch With Blac Chyna, Rob Kardashian
Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian got engaged earlier this month and she has been seen in several photos on social media flashing her engagement ring.
Rihanna ‘Believes’ Jay Z Is ‘Committed’ To Beyoncé: Report
The lyrics of the songs in the album "Lemonade" have spiraled speculations that Jay Z cheated on Beyoncé.
Abu Sayyaf Planned To Kidnap Pacquiao, Philippine President Says
The local extremist group with allegiance to ISIS is believed to have beheaded a Canadian hostage earlier this week.
Papua New Guinea Will Shut Refugee Detention Center
A Papua New Guinea Supreme Court ruling Tuesday said detaining asylum seekers on Manus Island was illegal and unconstitutional.
North Korea Warns Of ‘Nuclear Disaster’ In US
North Korea may conduct a fifth nuclear test before its seventh Congress convention, which is set for May 6, reports said.
Prince Suffered From Heart Murmurs, Report Says Citing Friend
While speculation suggests Prince may have died due to a drug overdose, reports have also said that Prince suffered from health issues, including epilepsy.
Refugee Arrivals In Greece Rising Again
As many as 150 people have reached Greek shores from Turkey every day over the last three days, the International Organization for Migration reported.
Liam Hemsworth Plays Down Engagement Rumors With Miley Cyrus
The rumored couple was spotted together last week leaving a film premiere in Los Angeles, but reports later said that Liam Hemsworth had called off the engagement.
North Korea Willing To Send Defectors’ Families To South Korea
The families of 13 North Koreans who defected to South Korea earlier this month after working at a restaurant in China will be allowed to visit them in Seoul.
Death Toll Rises In Explosion At Mexico’s Pemex
The oil company revised the death toll from Wednesday's explosion, likely caused by a leak, to 24, and said the number was expected to rise further.
Are Angelina Jolie, Charlize Theron In A ‘Hollywood Turf War?’
According to OK! magazine, Angelina Jolie has been "disgusted" with Charlize Theron since her breakup with Sean Penn.
Kanye West Wants More Children With Kim Kardashian
However, a report said he was smothering her and wanted to spend "every second" together during their trip to Iceland.
Refugees Crossing Aegean Sea Fell ‘Significantly,’ NATO Chief Says
NATO has been patrolling the Aegean Sea since February to curb human trafficking, which has reportedly helped slow the influx of refugees making the dangerous crossing.
China Deploys Troops Along North Korea Border, Report Says
Beijing has bolstered security amid reports that Pyongyang is preparing to conduct its fifth nuclear test.
Over 500 Feared Dead In Mediterranean Boat Accident
Last week’s event could be one of the worst as scores flee war-torn nations in boats ill-equipped to make the journey into Europe.
Karrueche Tran Won’t Listen To Chris Brown’s ‘Lies’ In His New Documentary
Chris Brown's upcoming documentary will also feature him speaking about his 2009 domestic assault against his then-girlfriend Rihanna.
Chrissy Teigen, John Legend ‘Enjoying’ Being Parents Of Newborn Baby Luna
Chrissy Teigen gave birth to her daughter Luna Simone Stephens last Thursday, and shared the first picture of the newborn on Instagram on Tuesday.
Germany Asks Belgium To Take 2 Nuclear Reactors Offline
Germany has voiced concern over the two Belgian nuclear plants several times as they are located near the German border.
US Threatens Sanctions If North Korea Conducts Nuclear Test
A U.S. diplomat said that further sanctions may be aimed at cutting off the remittance of hard cash earned by North Korean workers abroad to their country.
