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RUSSIA: OFFICIALS ARRESTED AFTER 52 DIE IN MINE DISASTER

52 people have died in a mining accident in Russia's Siberia region. It is the worst incident in the country's mining industry in more than ten years. Three people have been arrested, suspected o...

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SHORTAGE OF CHINA-MADE PRODUCTS GLOBALLY

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused logistical headaches for global shippers thanks to raised transport costs, quarantine measures and extra paperwork. China's zero-tolerance approach to the coronavi...

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FANS REMEMBER MARADONA, A YEAR ON FROM HIS DEATH

Football fans around the world are paying tribute to Argentinian legend Diego Maradona, a year after his death. The former Boca Juniors, Barcelona and Napoli star is widely regarded as one of the ...

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U.S BUSINESSES FACE SUPPLY SHORTAGES AHEAD OF HOLIDAYS

The coronavirus pandemic has shuttered many businesses and closed borders around the world, leading to disruptions in global supply chains. Now the US is bracing for delays that could stretch into...

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RUSSIAN RIGHTS GROUP PROSECUTED UNDER 'FOREIGN AGENT LAW'

One of Russia's oldest and most respected human rights groups could be shut down. Prosecutors are trying to persuade the Supreme Court that "Memorial" is violating Russia's foreign agent law.

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SUDAN: RALLIES MOURN 41 KILLED IN COUP PROTESTS

In Sudan, rallies have begun to honour those killed during protests against a military takeover on October 251. At least 41 people were killed in the violence - but security forces have denied us...

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THANKSGIVING TRAVEL PREDICTED TO CREATE 'COVID SURGE'

The Americas marked a 23 percent jump in new cases of COVID-19 last week, though most cases were recorded in the United States and Canada. Health officials in the US are particularly concerned abo...

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ETHIOPIA'S PM LEADING MILITARY 'FROM THE FRONT LINE'

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been personally leading the military from the front line since Tuesday after fighting between the Ethiopian government and Tigrayan rebels escalated in rece...

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TERROR GROUP BOKO HARAM 'ON THE BACK FOOT'

Boko Haram now appears to be on the back foot after 12 years of carrying out attacks in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state. But security forces have stepped up their campaign against the armed gro...

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'EXTREME STRESS' ON EUROPE HOSPITALS AS CASES SURGE

Europe is now the epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic - with countries seeing record-high case counts and shortages of intensive care beds. Following Austria's announcement of a new full nation...

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COLOMBIA MARKS FIVE YEARS SINCE FARC PEACE DEAL

November 24 marks the 5th anniversary of the landmark peace treaty between the government of Colombia and FARC rebels. But half a decade later, the promised peace in the country has not been achi...

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THAILAND: TOURISM 'THE SAVIOUR' AS UNEMPLOYMENT SOARS

Unemployment levels in Thailand have topped a 16-year high. The country is hoping the situation will improve with the return of foreign tourists, but alongside the pandemic, the crisis is unlikely ...

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BULGARIA: BUS CRASH, FIRE KILLS 45 PASSENGERS

Investigations have begun in Bulgaria into the worst bus crash in the country's history. At least 45 people were killed after an inferno consumed the vehicle, one of a group of four buses returni...

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INDIA: THOUSANDS EVACUATED, THIRTY KILLED IN FLOODS

Rescue and recovery operations are continuing in southern India after devastating floods. At least 30 people are dead or missing. Thousands have been evacuated to relief camps, as more heavy rain ...

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STRATEGIC OIL RESERVES RELEASED AMID 'CRIPPLING' GAS PRICES

The White House says it is releasing 50 million barrels of oil from its strategic reserves. This is part of a coordinated effort with several nations to curb soaring fuel prices. The Biden admi...

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BELGIUM PARLIAMENT 'TO CONFRONT' COLONIAL ERA CRIMES

Belgium's Parliament is set to examine crimes committed during the country's colonial era. Some MPs say it is time to confront atrocities committed in Congo, Burundi and Rwanda. A court in Brus...

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LEBANON: POVERTY WORSENING, CALLS TO PROTECT CHILDREN

Nearly 80 percent of Lebanon's population is estimated to be living below the poverty line. The United Nations says this has led families to make decisions out of desperation. It is calling on th...

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CHINA HAS LATEST COVID OUTBREAK 'UNDER CONTROL', BUT AT A PRICE

China has maintained a zero-tolerance approach to the coronavirus pandemic since last year, defending its severe and sudden lockdowns. But experts are warning the approach is unsustainable. Econ...

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THAI COURT DENIES BAIL TO LAST YEAR'S PROTEST LEADERS

A Thai court has denied bail to several prominent figures from last year's protests, which called for reform of the monarchy. The decision has paved the way for more criminal cases and jail senten...

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INDIA BUILDING COUNTRY'S LONGEST TUNNEL IN KASHMIR

The Indian government is building the last of four major tunnels in Indian-administered Kashmir. Officials say this, one of Asia’s longest tunnels, will be the country's longest. The tunnels ar...

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U.S HEALTH WORKERS QUITTING OVER 'COVID HARASSMENT'

Public health workers in the US are quitting their jobs after facing harassment for their role in coronavirus restrictions. At the same time, more than half of all states are creating laws that wi...

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FRANCE TO SEND SPECIAL FORCES TO GUADELOUPE AFTER LOOTING, ARSON

France has sent special police officers to its overseas territory of Guadeloupe. There have been nightly disturbances there, alongside a strike to protest against compulsory COVID-19 passes.

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LEWIS HAMILTON WINS INAUGURAL QATAR FORMULA ONE GRAND PRIX

Qatar has hosted another major event on Sunday – the country’s inaugural Grand Prix took place at the Losail International Circuit. It was won by reigning world champion Lewis Hamilton - a result ...

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VIDEO 'PROOF' OF CHINESE TENNIS STAR FAILS TO ADDRESS CONCERNS

Footage has emerged of tennis star Peng Shuai at a junior tournament in Beijing. But the World Tennis Association says the new material does not address its concerns.

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SHORTAGE OF FUEL, SUPPLIES IN AFTERMATH OF CANADA FLOODS

Supply chains in western Canada and the US are taking a hit because of heavy flooding. It has prompted the Canadian province of British Columbia to impose restrictions on fuel. Highways and rail...

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'WORST FLOODING IN 60 YEARS' HITS SUDAN, THOUSANDS AFFECTED

Floods in South Sudan have forced hundreds of thousands of people out of their homes. Crops have been destroyed and grazing land for herding communities has been reduced.

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URGENT REPAIRS ACROSS CANADA AS MORE STORMS APPROACH

The Canadian Province of British Columbia is struggling to recover after a month's worth of rain fell in two days earlier this week. Floodwaters have receded in some areas but others remain cut of...

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6 days ago

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WHITE HOUSE DEMANDS CHINA 'PROVIDE PROOF' OF PENG SHUAI SAFETY

Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai disappeared after accusing a former senior Chinese politician of sexually assaulting her. The tennis world and international diplomatic community are calling for an...

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AUSTRIA: POLICE CHECKING VACCINATION STATUS AS LOCKDOWN BEGINS

Austria has become the first country in western Europe to reimpose a full COVID-19 lockdown since the start of summer as infections again rise sharply there. It will take effect on Monday and is e...

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MIGRANTS PAID PEOPLE SMUGGLERS FOR FAILED EUROPE ATTEMPT

As the standoff over migrants at the Poland-Belarus border continues, hundreds of Iraqis have flown home, while many remain at the crossing. Those who managed to survive the harsh conditions, lack...

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