HTC working on blockchain-powered smartphone called 'Exodus' to support cryptocurrency transactions
It's quite likely that the future phones will be readied with blockchain and generic cryptocurrency compatibility in mind. The device is the brainchild of Phil Chen , who was the driving force behind the HTC Vive virtual reality headset .

Millions of Muslims prepare for start of fasting in Ramzan
What are the different traditions observed during Ramadan? Muslims interact in elevated prayer and charity throughout Ramadan . As mentioned in the holy book, Quran, Muslims, during this month, are supposed to donate alms to the poor and feed the hungry.

Allegri planning to stay at Juventus
He added: "I can't say if Juventus are the best team and deserve the title, because I haven't watched them often enough". Roma mustered nine shots but just two on goal, and that's really all Juventus was looking for.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Season Six; FOX & NBC Talk Cancellation & Revival
However, he added , "We love when fans yell and scream on Twitter , but we hope that transfers and they watch the show". This strategy would work best with a non-serialized show that doesn't have much of a barrier to entry for new viewers.

Vodafone falls 3% on CEO resignation
Analysts said the timing of the departure should come as no surprise and that investors should be reassured by Read's appointment. The company added over 1 crore pre-paid customers but lost 5.76 lakh contract or post-paid customers in the January-March period.

Tech and health care drop stocks lower; bond yields rise
Markets focused early on economic reports with sales at USA retailers rising for a second straight month in April. Germany's DAX fell 0.1 percent after new data showed the country's economy slowed in the first quarter.

Palestinian envoy recalled from Washington over Israeli embassy move
Both these resolutions affirm that Jerusalem would be the capital of the future Palestinian State and the State of Israel . Israel's army said that "it appears that at least 24" of those killed were militants, mainly from Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Next Up at Amazon-Run Whole Foods: Half-Priced Halibut Steaks
Amazon is going to give 10% off on all sale items at Whole Foods supermarkets along with discounts on selected popular items. The company said, however, that the integration of Whole Foods was among the fastest startups of a new Prime program.

Ireland set Pakistan victory target of 160
He had come to the middle 40 minutes before lunch when Ireland still needed 85 runs just to make Pakistan bat again. The visitors winning with five wickets to spare after their chased down a victory target of 160.

Ex-Pakistani PM Zeroes in on Pakistan's Civil-Military Divide in Interview
Operation Zarb-e-Azb was a joint military offensive conducted by the Pakistan armed forces against various militant group in 2014. Call them non-state actors, should we allow them to cross the border and kill 150 people in Mumbai? Explain it to me.

Oil races to $80 as US drilling rises
Iran produces roughly 4% of the world's oil, with the looming prospect of American sanctions set to cut off some of that supply. By 8am GMT, Brent was up 20c at $78.43.

MoD confirms clashes continue in the outskirts of Farah city
The Afghan Defense Ministry said in a statement Tuesday that Afghan security forces were able to repel their attacks. Interior Ministry spokesman Najib Danish said both Afghan and foreign air forces were participating in the battle.

Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina requires 'readability' over seek for Arsene Wenger's successor
Arsenal travel to Huddersfield Town to end their Premier League season on Sunday. "I will stay in football for sure". Of course, it wouldn't just be the Premier League that would be affected.

New plan to extend effort to eliminate trans fats globally
Artificial trans fats are formed through an industrial process that adds hydrogen to vegetable oil, causing the oil to harden. Also, this is the first time the WHO, or any global health organization, has proposed a ban on a dietary component.

First Trailer for Spike Lee's True Story Dark Comedy 'BlacKkKlansman'
To do so, though, the rookie needs help, and he finds it in his colleague Flip Zimmerman ( Adam Driver ), who is Jewish. It was among the most highly anticipated titles at Cannes this year and immediate reaction was positive.