Month: January 2023
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China Covid: Beijing criticises ‘political’ rules for its tourists
As China opens its borders, countries around the world have announced testing for arrivals.
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Tanzania’s leader lifts ban on political rallies
President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s decision is the latest move to improve relations with the opposition.
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Two-year ban on foreign homebuyers takes effect in Canada
The measure was enacted to tackle the pressing issue of housing affordability in the country.
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Black Eyed Peas in Polish row over rainbow armbands
A minister brands the band’s “LGBT promotion” on Poland’s New Year’s Eve TV special a disgrace.
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Snow shortage threatens Alps with wet winter season
World Cup skiers will race on artificial snow this Saturday as the Alps see record high temperatures.
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Mexico prison break: Hunt for escapees turns deadly
At least two investigators die in a shoot-out with gunmen as they search for escaped inmates.
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Burkina Faso violence: Bodies of 28 people found in Nouna
The government says the victims were shot dead and it is investigating the motive behind the attack.
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Delhi hit-and-run case: Young woman’s horrific death shocks India
Reports say the woman was dragged for miles after her scooter collided with a car.
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Jerusalem: Far-right Israeli minister visits flashpoint site
Palestinians say Itamar Ben-Gvir’s walk on the holy site in Jerusalem is a “unprecedented provocation”.
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Pele’s funeral: Brazil legend lying in state in Santos’ stadium
Thousands of mourners pay their respects to Brazil legend Pele who is lying in state at the stadium of his former club, Santos.