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Sheikh Hasina, 78, defied court orders that she return from India to attend her trial about whether she ordered a deadly crackdown against a student-led uprising last year.

Analysis: It is rare for a leading political figure to confound their own caricature and to disown their own past behavior, writes CNN's Stephen Collinson.

The dispute erupted after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response.

"It's reminded me that you don't need a perfect time or a big experience to enjoy life. Instead, joy can be found in the simple everyday moments."

After their homecoming gig was cancelled, Amyl and the Sniffers put $5000 behind the bar in Melbourne.

The government is drawing inspiration from Denmark's approach, one of the toughest in Europe. Audio

For people with hereditary fructose intolerance, even a couple of bites of juicy watermelon can cause serious health problems.

The pardon covered separate firearms offences not included in one militia member's initial Inauguration Day pardon.

"Don't even look at me about running 'cause you all are lying. You're not ready for a woman." Video

The family fell ill on Wednesday after eating several popular street food dishes.