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Rwanda Among Top 10 Countries That Responded Best to Covid-19 Outbreak
- January 29, 2021
Brazil is just ahead of Mexico, Columbia, Iran and the United States, who together suffered more than 30million Covid-19 cases. The Sydney Morning Herald reported on Thursday that New Zealand is closely followed by Vietnam , Taiwan, Thailand and Cyprus, while the USA was the fifth-worst performing country. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Brazil is just ahead of Mexico, Columbia, Iran and the United States, who together suffered more than 30million Covid-19 cases. The Sydney Morning Herald reported on Thursday that New Zealand is closely followed by Vietnam , Taiwan, Thailand and Cyprus, while the USA was the fifth-worst performing country. (more...)
Tennis players 'go wild' as quarantine ends
- January 29, 2021
Men's world number one tennis player Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return against Jannik Sinner of Italy during the "A Day at the Drive" exhibition match in Adelaide on January 29, 2021. "Seeing the nearly full stands, I had to play, I had to play", he said. The others, including the ATP Cup and three WTA events, will starting getting underway from Sunday. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Men's world number one tennis player Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return against Jannik Sinner of Italy during the "A Day at the Drive" exhibition match in Adelaide on January 29, 2021. "Seeing the nearly full stands, I had to play, I had to play", he said. The others, including the ATP Cup and three WTA events, will starting getting underway from Sunday. (more...)
Bomb explodes near Israeli embassy in New Delhi
- January 29, 2021
No injuries have been reported in the incident. Enhanced security measures have been put in place. Mumbai Police is also on high alert after the blast in Delhi and security has been tightened. He was briefed by the Delhi Police about the blast. The area has now been cordoned off. We take this very seriously. "The Indian FM assured me that the Indian authorities are committed to the security of all Israeli diplomatic staff and will continue to act resolutely to locate all those involved ... (more...)
- January 29, 2021
No injuries have been reported in the incident. Enhanced security measures have been put in place. Mumbai Police is also on high alert after the blast in Delhi and security has been tightened. He was briefed by the Delhi Police about the blast. The area has now been cordoned off. We take this very seriously. "The Indian FM assured me that the Indian authorities are committed to the security of all Israeli diplomatic staff and will continue to act resolutely to locate all those involved ... (more...)
UK PM Johnson tells Scottish nationalists: stop going on about another referendum
- January 29, 2021
He sought to contrast the urgent work of ending the pandemic with "pointless constitutional wrangling" over the SNP's call for a second referendum on Scottish independence (pressure for which would increase significantly if the party secures a majority in May). (more...)
- January 29, 2021
He sought to contrast the urgent work of ending the pandemic with "pointless constitutional wrangling" over the SNP's call for a second referendum on Scottish independence (pressure for which would increase significantly if the party secures a majority in May). (more...)
China will stop recognising British National (Overseas) passports from Sunday
- January 29, 2021
The announcement came as Britain prepares to open its doors to millions of residents from Hong Kong following China's security crackdown in the former colony. But a mandatory surcharge to access Britain's state-run health service will run to $4,279 per adult, and $32 for those under 18. And applicants will also need to prove they can support themselves and dependents financially for the first six months of their stay. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
The announcement came as Britain prepares to open its doors to millions of residents from Hong Kong following China's security crackdown in the former colony. But a mandatory surcharge to access Britain's state-run health service will run to $4,279 per adult, and $32 for those under 18. And applicants will also need to prove they can support themselves and dependents financially for the first six months of their stay. (more...)
More made-in-India COVID vaccines in pipeline, Modi tells Davos
- January 29, 2021
Some talked of 70-80 crore infections, over 20 lakh deaths, he added. The prime minister, however, said in the midst of numerous doubts, he was here with "a message of belief, positivity and hope from over 1.3 billion Indians". Farming has always been a political minefield, with almost 70 percent of India's 1.3 billion people drawing their livelihood from agriculture. The Prime Minister cautioned that technology should become a tool of ease of living not a trap. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Some talked of 70-80 crore infections, over 20 lakh deaths, he added. The prime minister, however, said in the midst of numerous doubts, he was here with "a message of belief, positivity and hope from over 1.3 billion Indians". Farming has always been a political minefield, with almost 70 percent of India's 1.3 billion people drawing their livelihood from agriculture. The Prime Minister cautioned that technology should become a tool of ease of living not a trap. (more...)
India records 11,666 new COVID
- January 29, 2021
Around 78 per cent of the active cases are concentrated in five states - Kerala, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and West Bengal.As many as 25,07,556 beneficiaries have been vaccinated for COVID-19 till Thursday across the country, the Union Health Ministry informed. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Around 78 per cent of the active cases are concentrated in five states - Kerala, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and West Bengal.As many as 25,07,556 beneficiaries have been vaccinated for COVID-19 till Thursday across the country, the Union Health Ministry informed. (more...)
Israel extradites woman wanted for child sex crimes to Australia
- January 29, 2021
Ms Leifer faces 74 charges of sexual abuse which she allegedly committed while working as a teacher and headteacher at an ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Melbourne . "More than six years have passed since a request was filed in the Jerusalem district court to declare the appellant extradited to Australia", it said, adding that there were no proceedings left which could prevent the extradition. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Ms Leifer faces 74 charges of sexual abuse which she allegedly committed while working as a teacher and headteacher at an ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Melbourne . "More than six years have passed since a request was filed in the Jerusalem district court to declare the appellant extradited to Australia", it said, adding that there were no proceedings left which could prevent the extradition. (more...)
Proud Boys Leader Apparent Past As A Police Informant Uncovered
- January 29, 2021
Tarrio and two co-defendants pleaded guilty in a fraud case dealing with the relabeling and sale of stolen diabetes-test kits, and prosecutors and defense attorneys cited the information they provided in arguing for reduced sentences, Reuters reported. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Tarrio and two co-defendants pleaded guilty in a fraud case dealing with the relabeling and sale of stolen diabetes-test kits, and prosecutors and defense attorneys cited the information they provided in arguing for reduced sentences, Reuters reported. (more...)
GOP congressman demands Ocasio-Cortez apologize following Twitter exchange with Cruz
- January 29, 2021
Holders are now unable to freely trade it; the app is only allowing users to close out their positions, meaning they can sell it but not buy more. Ocasio-Cortez still wasn't having it after Cruz accused the New York Democrat of inciting "partisan anger" in remarks to Capitol Hill reporters on Thursday - a rich assertion given Cruz's vote to challenge election results just hours after the deadly insurrection at the Capitol earlier this month. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Holders are now unable to freely trade it; the app is only allowing users to close out their positions, meaning they can sell it but not buy more. Ocasio-Cortez still wasn't having it after Cruz accused the New York Democrat of inciting "partisan anger" in remarks to Capitol Hill reporters on Thursday - a rich assertion given Cruz's vote to challenge election results just hours after the deadly insurrection at the Capitol earlier this month. (more...)
Trump, McCarthy set up meeting ahead of impeachment
- January 29, 2021
Trump is no longer in office. that's why I voted in favor of dismissing. "Make no mistake - there will be a trial, and the evidence against the former president will be presented, in living color, for the nation and every one of us to see", Schumer said Wednesday. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Trump is no longer in office. that's why I voted in favor of dismissing. "Make no mistake - there will be a trial, and the evidence against the former president will be presented, in living color, for the nation and every one of us to see", Schumer said Wednesday. (more...)
Reporter Removed From Marjorie Taylor Greene Town Hall
- January 29, 2021
Greene, who has a long history of racist comments and is a supporter of the QAnon conspiracy theory, was elected to the House in November after winning the Republican primary in a heavily conservative district. Pelosi didn't directly address the threats, but she did tell reporters that several steps are underway - supplemental funding to raise security measures for lawmakers - to address new security concerns among members, especially "when the enemy is within the House of Representatives". (more...)
- January 29, 2021
Greene, who has a long history of racist comments and is a supporter of the QAnon conspiracy theory, was elected to the House in November after winning the Republican primary in a heavily conservative district. Pelosi didn't directly address the threats, but she did tell reporters that several steps are underway - supplemental funding to raise security measures for lawmakers - to address new security concerns among members, especially "when the enemy is within the House of Representatives". (more...)
Poland Enforces Controversial Ban On Nearly All Abortions
- January 29, 2021
In October, Poland's Constitutional Court ruled against ending pregnancies due to disabilities, which had been an exception to the country's already existing restrictions on abortions and the most common reason for the procedure. They argued that it was a way to prevent the abortion of foetuses with Down syndrome, which have made up a significant share of the legal abortions in Poland. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
In October, Poland's Constitutional Court ruled against ending pregnancies due to disabilities, which had been an exception to the country's already existing restrictions on abortions and the most common reason for the procedure. They argued that it was a way to prevent the abortion of foetuses with Down syndrome, which have made up a significant share of the legal abortions in Poland. (more...)
Biden administration pauses arms sales to Gulf pending review
- January 29, 2021
President Joe Biden promised on the campaign trail that if elected, he would end USA support for the Saudi-led coalition's war against Yemen's Houthi rebels. "As is typical during the transition of U.S. presidential administrations, the Department is temporarily pausing the implementation of some pending USA defense transfers and sales... (more...)
- January 29, 2021
President Joe Biden promised on the campaign trail that if elected, he would end USA support for the Saudi-led coalition's war against Yemen's Houthi rebels. "As is typical during the transition of U.S. presidential administrations, the Department is temporarily pausing the implementation of some pending USA defense transfers and sales... (more...)
Many injured as lockdown protesters, police clash in Lebanon
- January 29, 2021
A total of more than 220 people have been injured since the unrest began. On Wednesday, protesters repeatedly tried to break into the municipal building. Some 80,000 expatriates travelled to the country to celebrate Christmas and New Year with family and friends. "Our problem is the politicians", said Samir Agha at the protest before the unrest. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
A total of more than 220 people have been injured since the unrest began. On Wednesday, protesters repeatedly tried to break into the municipal building. Some 80,000 expatriates travelled to the country to celebrate Christmas and New Year with family and friends. "Our problem is the politicians", said Samir Agha at the protest before the unrest. (more...)
US warns of heightened domestic terrorism threat after presidential inauguration
- January 29, 2021
The Jan. 6 attack has sparked fears of a nascent pro-Trump insurgency among those who believe the myth that the 2020 election was stolen from Trump. The DHS has said it is "committed to preventing violence and threats meant to intimidate or coerce specific populations on the basis of their religion, race, ethnicity, identity or political views". (more...)
- January 29, 2021
The Jan. 6 attack has sparked fears of a nascent pro-Trump insurgency among those who believe the myth that the 2020 election was stolen from Trump. The DHS has said it is "committed to preventing violence and threats meant to intimidate or coerce specific populations on the basis of their religion, race, ethnicity, identity or political views". (more...)
Facebook oversight board overrules four out of five moderation decisions
- January 29, 2021
The council also issued nine non-binding policy recommendations - for example Facebook should tell users which specific rule they violated and better define their rules on issues such as unsafe groups and health misinformation. They concluded that while Facebook restored the post, the removal itself indicated that there was inadequate human moderation taking place in the case. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
The council also issued nine non-binding policy recommendations - for example Facebook should tell users which specific rule they violated and better define their rules on issues such as unsafe groups and health misinformation. They concluded that while Facebook restored the post, the removal itself indicated that there was inadequate human moderation taking place in the case. (more...)
2 dead in reported hostage situation at Texas medical office
- January 29, 2021
According to police , he had recently been diagnosed with cancer and was given just weeks to live. Police are now investigating why a reportedly armed Narumanchi returned to the clinic, as the two reportedly did not appear to have any relationship outside the previous week's visit. (more...)
- January 29, 2021
According to police , he had recently been diagnosed with cancer and was given just weeks to live. Police are now investigating why a reportedly armed Narumanchi returned to the clinic, as the two reportedly did not appear to have any relationship outside the previous week's visit. (more...)
Bernie Sanders Raised $1.8 Million for Charity Off His Viral Meme
- January 28, 2021
The mittens Sanders was wearing were made by Jen Ellis, a second-grade teacher in Vermont, who has received an outpouring of attention and even says she's received offers for business deals. His inauguration look, also featuring the winter jacket made by Burton Snowboards, sparked countless memes from the photo taken by Agence France-Presse: The former presidential candidate could be found on social media timelines taking a seat on the subway, the moon and the couch with the cast of "Friends", ... (more...)
- January 28, 2021
The mittens Sanders was wearing were made by Jen Ellis, a second-grade teacher in Vermont, who has received an outpouring of attention and even says she's received offers for business deals. His inauguration look, also featuring the winter jacket made by Burton Snowboards, sparked countless memes from the photo taken by Agence France-Presse: The former presidential candidate could be found on social media timelines taking a seat on the subway, the moon and the couch with the cast of "Friends", ... (more...)
Tunisia holds tense confidence votes on new cabinet
- January 28, 2021
One group had marched there from the working-class district of Hay Ettadhamen, in the north of the city. Although daytime protests have mostly been peaceful, those at night have involved repeated clashes with police as well as some looting. (more...)
- January 28, 2021
One group had marched there from the working-class district of Hay Ettadhamen, in the north of the city. Although daytime protests have mostly been peaceful, those at night have involved repeated clashes with police as well as some looting. (more...)
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