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2 News | This week Explosion on highway kills two soldiers in southeast Turkey Suspected Kurdish rebels last Wednesday, detonated explosives on a highway as security forces were passing by, killing two soldiers, the state-run news agency reported. The explosion occurred on a highway linking the cities of Mardin and Diyarbakir in southeast Turkey, Anadolu Agency said. The private Dogan News Agency said the attack targeted soldiers who were searching for land mines. It said the security forces launched a large-scale operation in the region to catch the assailants. There was no immediate claim of responsibility. The rebels of the Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, have launched a series of violent attacks since 2015, when a fragile peace process with the government collapsed. The group, considered a terror organisation by Turkey and its Western allies, has led a separatist insurgency since 1984. The conflict has killed tens of thousands of people since then. Photo: AP Pirates have hijacked an oil tanker off the coast of Somalia, Somali officials and piracy experts said last Tuesday, the first such seisure of a large commercial vessel on the crucial global trade route since 2012. The Aris 13, on Monday, reported being approached by two skiffs, John Steed with the organisation Oceans Beyond Piracy said. The ship was carrying fuel from Djibouti to Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, he said. Eight Sri Lankan crew members were aboard. An official in the semiautonomous state of Puntland said The world at a glance <strong>Weekend</strong> Tribune Desk Pakistani army says three convicted Islamic militants executed The Pakistani army says three Islamic militants convicted by military courts have been executed. The army’s statement last Wednesday says the militants were associated with the Pakistani Taliban and a second extremist group named Harkat-ul-Jihad e-Islami. They were convicted of involvement in the killing of soldiers and police officers. The Pakistani government began trying alleged Islamic militants in military courts and lifted a moratorium on executions, following the December 2014 Taliban attack on a school that killed more than 150 people, most of them schoolchildren. Human rights groups have criticised the fairness of the military courts, but the army says all defendants have a right to appeal. The two-year mandate for the military courts to try alleged Islamic militants recently expired, and parliament has been debating whether to continue the practice. Photo: AP Pirates hijack freighter off Somalia’s coast over two dozen men boarded the ship off Somalia’s northern coast, an area known to be used by weapons smugglers and members of the Al-Qaida-linked extremist group Al-Shabab. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to speak to the press. The ship was anchored off the town of Alula, said Salad Nur, a local elder. “The ship is on the coast now and more armed men boarded the ship,” he told The Associated Press by phone. Bhurungamari Pir held over Bochaganj Pir murder Police have detained a Pir, or spiritual leader from Kurigram’s Bhurungamari upazila, in connection with the murder of another Pir and his daughter in Bochaganj of Dinajpur. Eshaq Ali, 57, was picked up from his house at Dakkhin Pathordubi of the upazila around 3am last Wednesday, police said. Earlier, Pir Farhad Hossain Chowdhury and his adopted daughter, Rupali Begum were found dead at the former’s Khanqah Sharif in Hatrampur area of Bochaganj. Both of them were shot, while Rupali’s throat was slit. Her husband, whom she married three days before the murder, has remained absconding. Police later detained caretaker Saidur Rahman and his associate Samor Ali for questioning, and initially said it could be a militant attack or result of political or personal disputes. News: Dhaka Tribune An official based in the Middle East with knowledge of the incident told the AP that no ransom demand had been made. Photo: AP Local WEEKEND TRIBUNE | FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2017
. . . Meanwhile 3 Commemorating Women’s Day at the National Shaheed Minar on March 8. Photo: Syed Zakir Hossain say what? Photo of the week Mum forced to answer awkward questions after kids find ‘child-friendly Kamasutra guide’ in doctor’s waiting room Katherine, a teacher at a school for children with specialist needs, was sitting in a doctor’s surgery waiting room with two of her three kids last week, when she picked up the book. The Croydon mum was reading Mummy Laid an Egg with her son, eight, and daughter, four. The literature is informative, if a little perplexing. It’s by legendary kids’ author Babette Cole, who, somewhat coincidentally, died in January this year. Katherine said that she enjoyed the read – but found it a little unorthodox. As a sex educator, she’s well aware of the quizzical nature of talking about sex with youngsters. But this threw her. Katherine said that her four-year-old remained relatively unaware, but her son, eight, was intrigued by the explicit nature of the book. She said, “He’s been asking me all sorts. The other one didn’t really know what was happening, although she did ask me whether me and daddy dress as clowns. So that was awkward.” “I’m not disturbed, it’s hilarious really...but I’m just not sure what I make of it.” Katherine said she hadn’t come across the author before, but after doing a bit of research, now knows that she tackles ‘difficult’ topics in a light-hearted, humorous way. News and photo: Daily Mirror Aries (Mar21-Apr19): If you can avoid becoming bored with an idea before it gets off the ground, something beautiful may blossom over the days ahead. Taurus (Apr20-May20): There are some things that you might prefer to keep secret at this time, so don’t feel guilty about doing so. Gemini (May21-June20): This is the time to let go of any baggage that could be keeping you from expressing yourself or achieving your greatest ambitions. One way to do this could be through art or crafts. Cancer (June21-Jul22): Present influences could see you pushing ahead with a goal that requires charm as well as persistence. The encouragement of your friends may persuade you to follow through. Leo (Jul23-Aug22): You could be curious to travel to a place you’ve never visited before. Pictures and online reviews may call out to you and be the reason you’re so eager to go ahead and book the trip. Virgo (Aug23-Sep22): You could be encouraged to take a closer look at your financial situation and get your money working harder for you. At the same time, this blend of energies can be excellent for enhancing your love life. Libra (Sep23-Oct22): Your love life could be especially spicy at this time, with a lovely blend of energies just perfect for enjoying some great social occasions and romantic outings. Scorpio (Oct23-Nov21): The focus on your lifestyle sector could encourage you to consider how productive you are. You may be aware of certain changes that could improve your health immeasurably. Sagittarius (Nov22-Dec21): This can be an excellent week for finances and work and job progress if you play your cards right. Capricorn (Dec22-Jan19): A friendly gesture or delightful opportunity could boost your enthusiasm this week. Have a heart-to-heart chat with a friend, and you’ll quickly feel better. Aquarius (Jan20-Feb18): If an ongoing issue won’t go away, you might need to give it more time. A friend may come to the rescue with a fresh perspective that reassures you about the future. Pisces (Feb19-Mar20): The week ahead has some very sociable qualities, and the more you put into arranging activities with others, the more fun it can be. horoscopes WEEKEND TRIBUNE | FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2017
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