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Tributes paid at funeral of Captain Sir Tom Moore
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White House Climate Czar to AP: Texas Storm ‘a Wake-Up Call’
The deadly winter storm that caused widespread power outages in Texas and other states is a “wake-up call” for the…
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Under No Obligation To Accept Stranded Rohingya Refugees: Bangladesh
Rohingya refugees sit on a makeshift boat as they get interrogated by the Border Guard Bangladesh. (File) Dhaka: Bangladesh is…
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Nikki Haley, Top Republicans Call For US Boycott Of China Winter Olympics
The White House, however, said that no decision has been taken yet on the demands of the leaders. Washington: Accusing…
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Highlights of the COVID-19 Relief Bill Advancing in Congress
The House passed a $1.9 trillion pandemic relief package early Saturday, 219-212, that includes $1,400 checks for most Americans and…
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WHO Team Probing COVID-19 Visits Wuhan Lab, Meets “Bat Woman”
WHO has said its members would be limited to visits organised by their Chinese hosts. Wuhan, China: A team of…
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US House Passes $1.9 Trillion Covid Relief Plan, Senate Next
The bill was cleared the House on a party-line vote of 219 to 212 Washington, United States: The US House…
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Shamima Begum’s exile over Isis support raises profound questions about racism, sexism and citizenship – Dr Paul Arnell
NewsOpinionColumnists The case of Shamima Begum raises strong and contrasting opinions. Many people feel that her permanent exile from the…
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Alex Salmond inquiry: Nicola Sturgeon says Alex Salmond ‘failed to take his chance’ to prove conspiracy
NewsUK News First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said Alex Salmond failed to take his chance to provide proof of the…
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“Safely Reunited”: US Cops On Lady Gaga’s Bulldogs Stolen Two Days Ago
Lady Gaga had offered half a million dollars for the safe return of her two pet dogs. Lady Gaga’s two…
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US Moves Bill To Ban 10-Year Multiple-Entry Visa To China To Curb “Espionage”
The bill, if passed, would prohibit Chinese nationals from receiving 10-year B-1/B-2 visas Washington: A legislation has been introduced by…
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Why Russian Diplomats Returned From North Korea On Rail Trolley
Russian diplomats and family members leave North Korea to Russia using a hand-pushed rail trolley. Seoul, South Korea: Eight Russian…
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Prince Harry On ‘The Crown’, Who He Would Cast As Himself On The Show
Prince Harry also revealed who he would like to be cast as himself in future series. (FILE) New York: Britain’s…
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“My Heart Is Sick”: Lady Gaga Offers $500,000 For Stolen Dogs
Lady Gaga is reportedly in Italy shooting her next movie. (FILE) Los Angeles: Lady Gaga has offered half a million…
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Myanmar Envoy Urges “Strongest” UN Action To End Military Coup
The military has justified its power grab by alleging widespread electoral fraud. Yangon, Myanmar: Myanmar’s ambassador to the United Nations…
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US Airstrike In Syria A Warning To Iran: Joe Biden
Joe Biden said that a US airstrike in Syria should be seen by Iran as a warning. (FILE) Houston: President…
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US Expert Panel Recommends Authorizing Johnson & Johnson Covid Vaccine
It cleared the way for a third vaccine to soon begin shipping in the US. Washington: A US panel of…
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Saudi Says It “Completely Rejects” US Assessment On Khashoggi Murder
Saudi Says It “Completely Rejects” US Assessment On Khashoggi Murder. (FILE) Riyadh: Saudi Arabia on Friday said it “completely rejects”…
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US Imposes Sanctions, Visa Bans On Saudis For Khashoggi’s Killing
US Imposes Sanctions, Visa Bans On Saudis For Jamal Khashoggi’s Killing. (FILE) Washington: The Biden administration announced sanctions and visa…
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China Defends Sri Lanka’s Human Rights Record At UN Human Rights Council
“We’re against politicising human rights,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said. (File) Beijing, China: China on Friday expressed support to Sri…
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Alex Salmond inquiry: Key points from former First Minister’s evidence
NewsUK News Alex Salmond made his long-awaited appearance at a Scottish Parliament inquiry on Friday afternoon. Friday, 26th February 2021,…
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Judge In Google Case Disturbed That Even “Incognito” Users Are Tracked
A judge is “disturbed” by the finding that even the users browsing in private mode are tracked. When Google users…
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US Strike, First Under Biden, Kills Iran-Backed Militiaman
A U.S. airstrike in Syria targeted facilities belonging to a powerful Iranian-backed Iraqi armed group, killing one fighter and wounding…
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India Committed To Sharing Resources: PM To WHO Chief On Vaccine Help
“We are all together in the fight against this pandemic,” PM Modi said. (File) New Delhi: India is committed to…
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Saudi Crown Prince Approved Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi: US Report
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has denied any involvement in the killing. Washington: The United States on Friday…
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New York City Schools Chief Resigns, Replaced By First Black Woman
Richard Carranza, chancellor of the New York City Department of Education, speaks at a news conference. New York City Schools…
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These are the most and least affordable areas for first-time buyers in Scotland
NewsPeople East Ayrshire is the most affordable place in Britain for people trying to get on the property ladder, according…
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Blast Hits Israeli-Owned Vessel In Gulf Of Oman: Report
The vessel was understood to have been travelling from Saudi Arabia to Singapore. (Representational) Dubai: An Israeli vessel apparently travelling…
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Mogwai: Scots rockers celebrate 25 years together with first number one
NewsPeople Scottish post-rockers Mogwai have scored their first UK No.1 album – 25 years after releasing their debut single. Friday,…
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UN Adopts Resolution Urging Equitable Access To Covid Vaccines
In a rare gesture, it was co-sponsored by all 15 members of the council, diplomats said. United Nations, United States:…
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Jason Leitch disagrees with Scottish Government adviser on whether Covid was almost eliminated last summer
HealthCoronavirus Professor Jason Leitch has said he believes coronavirus was almost eliminated in Scotland last summer – just 24 hours…
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Sri Lanka Puts China Vaccine On Hold, Will Use India-Made Shot
Sri Lanka had approved purchase of 10 million doses of AstraZeneca’s vaccine (Representational) Colombo: Sri Lanka has put Chinese Sinopharm’s…
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Risk Of Human Spread Of Bird Flu Appears Low: WHO
“The risk of human-to-human transmission remains low,” WHO said. (Representational) Geneva: The risk of human-to-human spread of the H5N8 strain…
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Margaret Thatcher was right about Saddam Hussein and we must learn lessons of history – Scotsman comment
NewsOpinionColumnists According to a newly released Downing Street memo, Margaret Thatcher and her Foreign Secretary Douglas Hurd agreed that Saddam…
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‘I felt more like a prisoner’ says traveller after quarantine hotel stay
NewsUK News Travellers released from ten days in a quarantine hotel after arriving in the UK from a country on…
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Alex Salmond inquiry: This is what time the former First Minister is set to speak today – and how you can watch
NewsUK News Alex Salmond is due to appear before the Holyrood inquiry into the Scottish Government’s botched investigation of sexual…
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Boeing 777 Makes Emergency Landing In Moscow After Engine Trouble
The airline said the unscheduled landing went ahead without incident and that no one was injured. Moscow, Russia: A Boeing…
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Hundreds Of Girls Missing After Gunmen Raid School In Nigeria
In the initial aftermath, teachers said several hundred girls were unaccounted for. (Representational) Kano: Suspected armed bandits raided a school…
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Taiwan Accuses China Of “Ambushing” It Over Pineapple Ban
Beijing said it “found pests in pineapples imported from Taiwan.” (Representational) Taipei, Taiwan: Taipei slammed a sudden Chinese ban on…
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Pfizer Covid Vaccine Reduces Transmission After One Dose: UK Study
The study and its results have yet to be independently peer-reviewed by other scientists. London: A single dose of Pfizer…
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Kremlin Critic Sent To Penal Colony: Head Of Russian Prisons
Russia opposition leader Alexei Navalny was arrested in January when he returned to Russia. (File) Moscow, Russia: Kremlin critic Alexei…
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UK Supreme Court Rejects ISIS Bride’s Legal Bid To Return
Earlier in July, Shamima Begum won the right to return to the UK. (File) London, United Kingdom: Britain’s highest court…
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Biden to Exercise Empathy Skills in Texas Visit After Storms
President Joe Biden will exercise his empathy skills Friday during a Texas visit with a dual mission: surveying damage caused…
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Prince Harry Says “Toxic” British Press “Was Destroying My Mental Health”
Prince Harry and his American wife Meghan have permanently quit royal duties. London: Britain’s Prince Harry has said he stepped…
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White House Expects Indian-American Neera Tanden To Have High Bar Of Civility, Engagement
Neera Tanden reportedly deleted more than 1,000 tweets before her confirmation process started Washington: The White House has said that…
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Australia Lifts Ban On Boeing 737 Max, First In Asia-Pacific Region
Boeing said it was working with regulators and customers to return 737 MAX to service safely worldwide. Sydney: Australia’s aviation…
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Twitter Plans ‘Super Follows’ Paid Content Service In Revenue Push
San Francisco: Twitter said Thursday it plans to offer a subscription service in which users would pay for special content…
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Hi, Robot: Japan’s Android Pets Ease Virus Isolation
Home assistant “Bocco emo”, which looks like a miniature snowman. Tokyo, Japan: Nami Hamaura says she feels less lonely working…
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House to Vote on Virus Relief Bill Without Wage Hike
Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Friday, despite a setback that…
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Self-Made South Korean Billionaires Promise To Give Half Away
Kim Beom-su announced this month he will donate more than half his estimated $9.6 billion assets. Seoul, South Korea: Two…
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Trump Supporters Want To “Blow Up” Capitol, Police Chief Warns
Trump supporters stormed Capitol in an attempt to stop Congress from certifying Biden’s victory. Washington: Donald Trump supporters who launched…
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US Strikes “Iranian-Backed Militant” Site In Syria: Pentagon
US said it had carried out airstrikes at a Syria-Iraq border control point. (Representational) Washington, United States: The US military…
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Saudi Crown Prince Implicated In Khashoggi Murder, US Finds: Report
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has denied any involvement in the killing. A U.S. intelligence report expected to…
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How India Is Beating China At Its Own Game In Vaccine Diplomacy
A employee stacks packed vials of Covishield, the local name for the vaccine developed by AstraZeneca India’s huge capacity to…
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“If You Have Less Money Than Elon…”: In Gates Vs Musk, A Bitcoin Warning
Elon Musk himself has repeatedly boosted Bitcoin on Twitter and other platforms. Unless you’re the world’s richest person, you shouldn’t…
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Biden Believes It’s Important To Modernise Immigration System: White House
Biden has revoked a policy that blocked many Green Card applicants from entering the US(FILE) Washington: US President Joe Biden…
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As Trump Returns To Political Stage, Questions About His 2024 Win Surface
Donald Trump has largely kept to himself at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. Washington: Brace yourself for Donald Trump 2.0,…
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Queen Elizabeth Says Covid Jab “Didn’t Hurt At All”
The Queen called the disease a “plague”. (FILE) London: Queen Elizabeth II said on Thursday that her coronavirus jab “didn’t…
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ByteDance Agrees To $92 Million Privacy Settlement With US TikTok Users
ByteDance Agrees To $92 Million Privacy Settlement With US TikTok Users Washington: ByteDance has agreed to a $92 million class-action…
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US Bombs Facilities in Syria Used by Iran-Backed Militia
The United States launched airstrikes in Syria on Thursday, targeting facilities near the Iraqi border used by Iranian-backed militia groups.…
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EX-US Olympics Gymnastics Coach Dies By Suicide After Abuse Charges
EX-US Olympics Gymnastics Coach Dies By Suicide After Abuse Charges Los Angeles: Former US Olympics women’s gymnastics coach John Geddert…
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Republican Abortion Bills Lead to Clash in NH House
Contentious moments at the New Hampshire House of Representatives’ legislative session on Wednesday were sparked by two controversial abortion bills.…
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Joe Biden Calls Saudi King Before Release Of Khashoggi Report
Joe Biden Calls Saudi King Before Release Of Khashoggi Report. (FILE) Washington: President Joe Biden reaffirmed the US commitment to…
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US Says Khashoggi Report Will Help Bring “Accountability”
US Says Khashoggi Report Will Help Bring “Accountability” Washington: The United States on Thursday prepared to release intelligence on the…
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GOP Rallies Solidly Against Democrats’ Virus Relief Package
Republicans are closing ranks against Democrats’ proposed $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, even as the White House seemed to rule…
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Facebook Restores News For Australian Users After Media Bargaining Deal
Facebook on February 18 had blocked access to Australian news for all its users. Sydney: Facebook on Friday restored access…
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Biden Directive Expands Jobless Aid to More Unemployed
Unemployed Americans who have turned down job offers because they feared their prospective employers weren’t providing sufficient protection from the…
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Boeing, Hit With $6.6 Million Fine, Faces Much Bigger Repair Bill: Report
As of February, Boeing had fixed the 787 production process causing the wrinkling defect Seattle/Washington: Boeing Co will pay a…
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Queen says Covid jab ‘didn’t hurt at all’ – and tells Brits hesitant about vaccination to ‘think about other people’
HealthCoronavirus The Queen has said her Covid-19 jab “didn’t hurt at all”, as she urged vaccine-hesitant Britons to “think about…
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Worldwide Coronavirus Deaths Top 2.5 Million: Report
In total, 2,500,172 deaths and 112,618,488 cases have been reported. Paris: Covid-19 has killed more than 2.5 million people worldwide…
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UK Lowers COVID-19 Alert Level
The UK has administered a first dose of coronavirus vaccine to more than 18 million people. (File) London, United Kingdom:…
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“Serious Deficiencies”: Terror Funding Watchdog Keeps Pak On “Grey List”
There is serious deficiency by Pakistan in checking terror financing, the watchdog said. (File) New Delhi: Indicating status quo of…
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First look at Kenneth Branagh as Boris Johnson in new Sky series This Sceptred Isle
NewsPeople Sky has released a first-look image of Sir Kenneth Branagh’s remarkable transformation into Boris Johnson in the forthcoming TV…
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Lady Gaga’s Dogwalker Shot, 2 Of Her French Bulldogs Stolen
Lady Gaga has also offered reward money of USD 500,000 for information about the dogs (File) Washington: Lady Gaga’s dog…
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Is the Johnson and Johnson Covid vaccine safe and will it be available in the UK?
HealthCoronavirus The vaccine can be stored in a fridge instead of a freezer Thursday, 25th February 2021, 4:42 pm A…
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Coronavirus in the UK: Scotland’s Covid alert level lowered as cases and NHS pressure ‘recedes’
HealthCoronavirus The UK’s four chief medical officers have agreed the Covid-19 alert level should be lowered from five – its…
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Not enough nursing staff to provide safe and effective care in Scotland, poll suggests
Health Nearly two thirds of Scots believe there are not enough nursing staff to provide safe and effective care, according…
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Snow and ice in Texas, floods and landslides in Scotland, extreme weather is already upon us – Kenny MacAskill MP
NewsOpinionColumnists It’s almost six years since my wife and I visited friends in Texas and though enjoying the experience I…
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Hangs Sign Mocking Congressional Neighbor’s Transgender Pride Flag
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., placed a sign outside her office Wednesday mocking Democratic Rep. Marie Newman, whose office sits…
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China Approves Two More Domestic Coronavirus Vaccines
China has been rushing to develop homegrown jabs (Representational) Beijing, China: China’s drug authority said Thursday it had approved two…
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Scotland’s police watchdog finds officers acted appropriately with man later found dead in flat
NewsUK News An independent investigation has found that police officers acted appropriately in their dealings with a man who was…
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One-Year Dubai Jail Term For Driver Whose Accident Killed 12 Indians
The driver had received a seven-year sentence from the Dubai Traffic Court (Representational) Dubai: A Dubai court on Thursday reduced…
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3 Dead, 5 Critical After Singapore Workshop Blast
Singapore is home to hundreds of thousands of foreign labourers (Representational) Singapore: Three workers have died and five others are…
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Pfizer-Biontech Testing Booster Of Their COVID-19 Vaccine In New Trial
Dolsten said the new trial would likely be predominantly conducted in the United States. Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE said…
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Covid’s Long-Term Impact Should Be “Clear Priority” For Authorities: WHO
WHO’s European branch said that patients experiencing post-Covid symptoms needed to be listened. Copenhagen, Denmark: A senior World Health Organization…
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Cash-Strapped Pakistan Offers USD 50 Million Credit Line To Sri Lanka For Defence
Pak Prime Minister Imran Khan announced a new credit line of $50 million during his visit to Sri Lanka Colombo:…
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Dubai Ruler’s Daughter Asked UK Cops To Probe Sister’s Abduction: Report
Dubai ruler’s daughter Sheikha Latifa had said she was being held captive in a barricaded villa. (File) London: Sheikha Latifa,…
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S-400 Missile System Vehicle Meets Accident In Russia
S-400 vehicle was caught in an accident in Moscow. (Representational) Moscow [Russia]: A vehicle of the Russian military’s seminal air-defence…
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China Denies That US Diplomats Were Required To Take Anal Swab Tests For Covid
China never required US diplomatic staff stationed in China to conduct anal swab tests: Zhao Lijian Beijing: China’s foreign ministry…
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Biden’s CIA Nominee William Burns Says, China Would Be Biggest Focus If Confirmed
William Burns was president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Washington: Veteran US diplomat William Burns, nominated to lead…
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GOP Rallies Solidly Against Democrats’ Virus Relief Package
Republicans rallied solidly against Democrats’ proposed $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill as lawmakers awaited a decision by the Senate’s parliamentarian…
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Cuomo Denies Explosive ‘Strip Poker’ Harassment Claims by Former Senior Aide
Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday vehemently denied sexual harassment allegations leveled by a former staffer, who claims the governor was both…
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Biden Nominates 3 to Postal Board as Delays Persist
President Joe Biden on Wednesday nominated three postal experts to the governing board of the U.S. Postal Service, a move…
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At Least Three Killed After Gold Mine Collapses Due To Landslide In Indonesia
“We are trying get the victims out,” said local search and rescue agency chief. Jakarta: Indonesian rescuers hunted for survivors…
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House Poised to Vote on Legal Safeguards for LGBTQ People
The Democratic-led House is poised to pass a bill that would enshrine LGBTQ protections in the nation’s labor and civil…
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This is why Nicola Sturgeon isn’t holding a lunchtime briefing on Thursday – and what is happening instead
HealthCoronavirus There will be no lunchtime Covid briefing from the Scottish Government today, with Nicola Sturgeon instead due to attend…
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Saudi Crown Prince Undergoes Appendicitis Surgery, Discharged
The prince has overseen the most fundamental transformation of Saudi Arabia in its modern history Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed…
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Coronavirus in Scotland: What time is Nicola Sturgeon update? How can I watch?
HealthCoronavirus Nicola Sturgeon is set to give an update on the latest coronavirus figures for Scotland today (Thursday, February 25).…
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Xi Jinping Declares China Created “Human Miracle” Of Eliminating Extreme Poverty
A human miracle has been created that will go down in history: President Xi Jinping Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping…
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Facebook Bans Myanmar Military From Its Platforms With Immediate Effect
Facebook said it would ban all “Tadmadaw-linked commercial entities” from advertising on its platforms. Singapore: Facebook on Thursday said it…
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