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Manila erupted in massive protests

Tens of thousands flood Manila streets in protest over $9.5B flood-control graft scandal

Anger over kickbacks in public works projects shakes Philippines, forces resignations and global warnings.

Pakistan minister says its nuclear capabilities will be available to Saudi Arabia under new defense pact

Defense Minister Khawaja Asif asserts Pakistan will make its nuclear capabilities available under the pact and India signals concern, saying it will study the implications.

Microsoft urges H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to US before new $100,000 fee deadline

Microsoft tells H-1B and H-4 visa holders overseas to return before the Sep 21 deadline and urges those already in the US to avoid international travel amid the new $100,000 visa fee rule.

Trump signs proclamation imposing $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applications

The new rule raises annual H-1B sponsorship cost from a few thousand dollars to $100,000 per worker and along with introduction of a “gold card” visa for wealthy investors.

Ian Bremmer

Saudi-Pakistan defense pact redraws South Asia’s security map: Ian Bremmer

Eurasia Group chief warns Riyadh-Islamabad deal could alter India’s military calculus, formalises Saudi backing for Pakistan’s nuclear umbrella.

Chief General Asim Munir

Pakistan Army ordered to honor JeM terrorists at funerals, admits top commander

Explosive video confession links Pakistan’s military leadership with terror group, says Army and jihadis have “become one” after 25 years of struggle.

software professional from Telangana

Telangana techie shot dead by police in California; grieving family pleads for body’s return

Mohammed Nizamuddin, 30, who moved to the US for higher studies and a tech career, was killed after an alleged scuffle with his roommate.