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Trump would be ‘dangerous’ if elected: UN rights chief

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Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks during a rally in Pennsylvania on October 10, 2016

© Provided by AFP Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks during a rally in Pennsylvania on October 10, 2016 The UN’s rights chief warned Wednesday that Donald Trump’s statements pointed to a “dangerous” figure emerging on the world stage if he won the US presidency.

At a press conference in Geneva, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein said he was “not keen or intent on interfering in any political campaign.” (more…)

The Road Less Travelled: Offbeat Tourist Destinations in India You Must Check Out!

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They say you should go on a holiday at least twice a year to lead a happy, relaxed and functional life. After months of hard work, we do feel like rewarding ourselves with a short trip but we usually limit ourselves to popular destinations with luxury hotels and shopping malls aplenty. Adventure, relaxation and peace take a back seat. So here’s a list of less traveled places gifted with amazing natural beauty, adventure and interesting histories, bound to make you want to get on a train right away! (more…)

Places in India that haven’t changed in a 100 years!

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Some places carry a legacy so prominent, it’s like they are frozen in time and refused to accept the new world. HolidayIQ Travellers suggest you check out these 10 places.

1. Ambar Fort, Jaipur

Ambar Fort, Jaipur: Amber Fort, also known as Amber Palace, is said to have played a key role in the history of Medieval India. This fort depicts true royal lifestyle of the Rajputs, who are known for their decadent, radical and volatile behaviour. The Amber Palace is a perfect fusion of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Nikhil: Nice place to be with your family, very clean and neat place. Offers you a great and nice knowledge about our history and how kings and queens used to live. - 40229 Ratings © wikimedia Amber Fort, also known as Amber Palace, is said to have played a key role in the history of Medieval India. This fort depicts true royal lifestyle of the Rajputs, who are known for their decadent… Amber Fort, also known as Amber Palace, is said to have played a key role in the history of Medieval India. This fort depicts true royal lifestyle of the Rajputs, who are known for their decadent, radical and volatile behaviour. The Amber Palace is a perfect fusion of Hindu and Muslim architecture.
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This is why you look incredible in the mirror, but crap in photos.

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© Getty Images Today, we need to talk about something very important.

It is a question as old as time. Well, not really. It’s probably a question that emerged in 1839 when the first ever selfie was taken.

I have no doubt that immediately following this photo, Robert Cornelius said to himself “Okay – I legit thought I was a lot hotter than that”. And we’ve been thinking the same thing ever since. (more…)

Unusual post offices around the world

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World Post Day: Unusual post offices around the world

The internet may have overshadowed the concept of snail mail, yet post offices still hold a special place in our lives and memories. As World Post Day is observed on October 9, we take a look at unusual post offices, many located in some of the most remote and unlikeliest of places. (more…)

Europe’s prisons are turning criminals into jihadists, study finds

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Prisons in Europe have turned into breeding grounds for jihadist groups, according to a major study on criminal-terrorist networks by a British think tank published Tuesday.“Sometimes people with the worst pasts create the best futures,” reads a poster by a militant Islamist group featuring a rifle-toting fighter turning his back on the camera and facing an iridescent light that no doubt represents a glorious jihadist future.
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Leaks Link Justice Department With a Hillary Clinton Aide

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Hillary Clinton arriving in Miami on Tuesday for a campaign rally.

© Doug Mills/The New York Times Hillary Clinton arriving in Miami on Tuesday for a campaign rally.

A newly released batch of hacked correspondence from Hillary Clinton’s campaign suggests a top aide was in touch with government officials about the release of her State Department emails, exchanges that prompted accusations of collusion from Republicans. (more…)

Everything Trump Got Wrong About ISIS in Second Debate

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U.S. Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton (R) and Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump participate a town hall debate against Republican nominee Donald Trump at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, on October 9, 2016.

© Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty U.S. Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton (R) and Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump participate a town hall debate against Republican nominee Donald Trump at Washington University in St… In a heated second presidential debate Sunday night, a red-faced and visibly nervous Donald Trump faced questions about the 2005 tape that showed him boasting of sexually harassing women. Moderator Anderson Cooper asked him: “You described kissing women without their consent and grabbing their genitals. That is sexual assault. You bragged that you have sexually assaulted women. Do you understand that?” (more…)

Leaked emails show tension inside Clinton inner circle

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In this Oct. 5, 2016, photo, Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta speaks to members of the media outside Clinton's home in Washington. The WikiLeaks organization on Oct. 7, posted what it said were thousands of emails from Podesta, including some with excerpts from speeches she gave to Wall Street executives and others — speeches she has declined to release despite demands from Trump. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

© The Associated Press In this Oct. 5, 2016, photo, Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta speaks to members of the media outside Clinton’s home in Washington. The WikiLeaks organization on Oct. 7, posted what it said were thousands…

WASHINGTON — Newly leaked emails show consternation among those closest to Hillary Clinton about how Bill Clinton’s business dealings might damage his reputation and potentially affect her presidential hopes. (more…)

The 2016 electoral map is rapidly slipping away from Donald Trump

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Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump listens to Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton during the second presidential debate at Washington University, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in St. Louis.

© AP Photo/John Locher Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump listens to Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton during the second presidential debate at Washington University, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in St. Louis. According to the Fix’s electoral vote tracker — an amazing tool that marries RealClearPolitics polling averages in swing states with the electoral map — if the election were held today, Hillary Clinton would win 341 electoral votes to Donald Trump’s 197. (more…)