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Norwegian United Nations worker kidnapped by tribesmen in Sana'a

A United Nations Development Program worker was kidnapped by tribesmen from Yemen's Marib province on Sunday morning at Sana'a's...

by Luke Somers in Yemen on 15/01/2012

Society

Filipinos celebrate Santo Niño Ati-Atihan Festival

Considered as the mother of all Philippine festivals, the Ati-Atihan is celebrated in honor of the Christ child (Santo Niño) and the Aetas, the first...

by Jeremy Villasis in Philippines on 15/01/2012

Business

Rubber Tappers Training Program for Tribes in Agartala - India

Indian northeastern tribes attend a rubber tappers training program to increase latex productivity at Mohanpur, north of Agartala. 30th November 2011

by Arindam Dey in India on 30/11/2011

BREAKING NEWS

15/01/2012 - Norwegian United Nations worker kidnapped by tribesmen in Sana'a - Yemen - A United Nations Development Program...
15/01/2012 - Filipinos celebrate Santo Niño Ati-Atihan Festival - Philippines - Considered as the mother of all...
30/11/2011 - Rubber Tappers Training Program for Tribes in Agartala - India - India - Indian northeastern tribes attend a...
17/11/2011 - Tribal women still fishing in traditional way - India - Tribal women still fish with...
11/11/2011 - Annual Royal Floating Lantern parade Loi Kratong honors Brahman gods - Thailand - Colorful costumes bring joy to...
11/11/2011 - Annual Royal Floating Lantern parade Loi Kratong part two - Thailand - Colorful costumes bring joy to...
20/10/2011 - Aboriginal artifacts and remain repatriated - Bidyadanga - Australia - A nationwide push by the Federal...
23/09/2011 - Supporters of Ali Abdullah Saleh turn out in Sana'a amid violence - Yemen - As battles continue to rage on in Sana...
26/08/2011 - Growing concern over Broome Gas Reserve Area - Australia - Naomi Hodgson and Lauren Aushburg...
21/08/2011 - Nansemond Indian Powwow - Suffolk - United States - Native Americans from the Nansemond...

Latest News

Leaders of the Koki Khel tribe protest against demolition in Peshawar
Protesters on start hunger strike demonstrate against the Peshawar development authority, who have demolished the boundaries of the Koki Khel tribe in Khyber agency. Pakistan. 7th Febru...
Buddhist festival Torgiya celebrated in Tawang - India
People enjoy the traditional Lion dance during the celebration of Torgaya, a buddhist festival in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh. 23rd January 2012
676 militants surrender in Guwahati - India
A total of 676 militants laid down weapons in one of India's biggest surrender ceremonies in northeast Assam's main city of Guwahati. India. 24th January 2012.
Afghan and Pakistan IDP's in Jalozai Camp protest over conditions
Internally displaced people of the Khyber Agency have staged a protest against their welfare in Jalozai Camp. More then 200 tribal people participated in the protest against the governm...
The Joonbeel Mela market of Assam - India
People from the hills and Tiwas Garos and Karbis come down to exchange their goods with people from the plains of Assam, through the barter system in the historic Joonbeel Mela. India. ...
Journalists protest against the killing of Mukaram Khan
Taliban militants are suspects in the killing of local journalist in Shabqadar, prompting the journalist community and residents to protest against the killing of fellow journalist Muka...
Looking for fresh water in the township of Bajo Indah
Bajo Indah tribal settlements located above the sea level look for fresh water on the coast in rock pools. Konawe-Kendari, Indonesia. 16th January 2012
Norwegian United Nations worker kidnapped by tribesmen in Sana'a
A United Nations Development Program worker was kidnapped by tribesmen from Yemen's Marib province on Sunday morning at Sana'a's Musbahi Intersection. Sana'a, Yemen....
Filipinos celebrate Santo Niño Ati-Atihan Festival
Considered as the mother of all Philippine festivals, the Ati-Atihan is celebrated in honor of the Christ child (Santo Niño) and the Aetas, the first settlers of the island of Panay. Ka...
Ati-Atihan festival has been celebrated for centuries - Kalibo
The oldest of all Philippine festivals, Ati-Atihan "make-believe Atis" honors the Saint Nino, and consists of tribal dancing, parades, with ethnic music all featuring indigeno...
Bomb Blast kills 29 in Khyber agency - Peshawar
A remote-controlled bomb blast killed at least 29 people and wounded more than 35 others in a tribal region of northwest Pakistan. 10th January 2012
Deadly explosion near fuel station, killing at least 26 people
A bomb killed at least 23 people and wounded 26 when it exploded near a fuel station in Pakistan’s north-western Khyber region. Pakistan. 10th January 2012
Remote Control Blast in Peshawar kills at least 25
A bomb killed at least 23 people and wounded 26 when it exploded near a fuel station in Pakistan’s north-western Khyber region. Pakistan. 10th January 2012
Desang Festival 2012 in Sibsagar - Sibsagar
Cultural groups in tradional attire perfom dances during the Desang Festival 2012 in the Indian state of Asam. India. 6th January 2012
Sana'a's battle-weary Zubairy Street returns to relative normalcy
The scene of intense street fighting between government and tribal forces in recent months on Sana'a's Zubairy Street has returned to an air of relative calm. Yemen. 29th Dece...
 Relatives and Pakistani Army soldiers attend a funeral prayer
Relatives and Pakistani Army soldiers attend a funeral prayer of comrade Ghulam Hussein Ansari who was killed during an operation in the Kurram tribal region near the Afghan border. Hyd...
Operation security forces kill innocent children in Khyber Agency
Members of the Frontier corps have allegedly killed four children in the area of Shalober Khyber agency according to a cousin of the children, Siraj Khan, who staged a protest in front ...
Dancing protest In Peshawar
Members of Tribal Clerk Union dance on drumbeat as they are protesting in favor of their demands. Peshawar, Pakistan. 10th December 2011
Protest against the privitization of Pesco and Tesco - Peshawar
Protesters come together with a banner to demonstrate against the privitization of Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) and the Tribal Areas Electric Supply Company (TESCO). Pakista...
Indian Polo Team beats British Army Team 7-3
The Indian PoloTeam, comprising only of Sikh players and called Sherdils (The Lionhearts), beat the British Army team 7-3 in the Second Saragarhi Challenge Cup 2011 held at the Jaipur P...