Guillermo del Toro parts with rare horror memorabilia after wildfires
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FEMEN co-founder and activist Oksana Shachko dies at 31
Her body was found in her apartment on July 23 in Paris, according to FEMEN. The death was an alleged suicide.
World Cup Fan ID holders will get visa-free entry to Russia for year
Fan ID holders will be granted visa-free entry into Russia until the end of this year. Family and friends traveling with them may also qualify for free visas.
Russia announces return of more than 100,00 Syrian refugees
In its latest report on the process of returning refugees to Syria, The Russian Ministry of Defense has announced the return of over 70,000 Syrian refugees to Eastern Ghouta from refugee and internally displaced person (IDP) camps.
Russia proposes plan to US to begin return of refugees to Syria
The Russian Federation has sent a proposal package to the US on organising the return of an estimated 1.7 million Syrian refugees to pre-war areas of Syria, TASS reports.
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Russian ministry continues using Telegram despite ban
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Telegram channel continues to be active despite a court ruling that blocked country-wide access to the messenger service back in April.
Russian Ministry of Defense unveils new high-tech weaponry
Amidst efforts to strengthen its military security and potential, Russia has released footage of what is claimed to be the world's most technologically-advanced strategic weaponry.
Watch: How a new device helps blind people see their surroundings
A new device, known as Feel The View, helps blind passengers experience scenery while travelling.
First self-driving race car completes 1.8 kilometre track
An automobile known as “Robocar” completed the first ever self-driving race car hillclimb last Thursday.
Speculation about Juncker's health 'tasteless'
A European Commission spokesman has denounced the question of whether European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker was drunk on Wednesday following his public stumble.
German man in coma finally identified by his key
Berlin police were able to identify a German man who has been in a coma since March 13 by posting a picture of his key on social media.
First-ever transgender Miss Universe contestant
The newly crowned Miss Universe Spain, Angela Ponce, hopes to raise awareness of transgender issues.
Why Croatia football fans wear water polo caps
There is a wide range of fan gear at the World Cup. Some wear jerseys, some wrap themselves in the flag of their country. And some--the Croatians--wear water polo caps.
In pictures: Players' kids hit the pitch at World Cup
Take a look at some of the sweetest moments as football players share centre stage with their nearest and dearest.
Warsaw officials scramble to find python on the loose
Animal Rescue Poland Foundation and Warsaw Zoo officials are on their tenth day of hunting for what specialists presume could be a six-metre-long, 50-kilogram Indian python.
Croatia's Domagoj Vida apologises for "Glory to Ukraine" video
FIFA is now investigating a second video that has surfaced of Croatian defender Domagoj Vida shouting “Glory to Ukraine!”
LGBT activists protest in Moscow by forming 'hidden' Pride flag
In honour of Pride Month, six activists joined together for three days in Moscow during the World Cup wearing different coloured football shirts to represent the pride flag of the LGBT community.
Activists spell 'Europe kills' with life jackets after ship seized
Activists made it known they did not approve of the Maltese court's decision to seize its rescue ship Lifeline.
Elon Musk to aid Thailand in rescue of trapped boys
Elon Musk has announced on Twitter he is sending help to Thailand for assistance in the rescue operation of 12 trapped boys and their football coach.
FIFA invites Thai boys trapped in cave to World Cup final
FIFA's president has expressed his hopes for the coach and the boys' rescue in time for the World Cup final, which he invited them to attend.
French filmmaker Claude Lanzmann dies aged 92
French filmmaker and journalist Claude Lanzmann has died in Paris at age 92.
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