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US shortens COVID-19 quarantine in hopes of greater compliance
Government agency says those exposed who do not show symptoms can choose to quarantine for less than 14 days.
Zimbabwe tightens gathering limits as COVID-19 cases rise
Hundreds of students have tested positive for COVID-19 following the reopening of schools last month.
‘Where people come to wait to die’: COVID-19 in US nursing homes
How coronavirus and isolation turned America's nursing homes into 'killing fields'.
‘Serious crisis’: 20,000 foreign fighters in Libya, UN says
UN acting envoy for war-torn country says presence of foreign combatants a 'shocking violation' of Libya's sovereignty.
Republicans push back on Biden nominees, signalling fights ahead
No matter which party controls the Senate next year, Joe Biden's cabinet picks will face resistance from Republicans.
Iran to further limit nuclear commitments: What’s next?
A look at legislation pushed through with extraordinary speed by hardline Iranian politicians this week.
A new Maduro runs for congress in Venezuela
Nicolas Ernesto Maduro Guerra says his interest in politics comes from his father, the president.
Lebanon ex-army boss, intelligence heads charged with corruption
Eight former top security officers accused of 'illicit enrichment' among other charges, judicial sources say.
Putin orders start of Russia’s mass COVID vaccination programme
Russian president says country will have produced two million doses of its Sputnik V vaccine within the next few days.
Nasrin Sotoudeh: Iran human rights lawyer ordered back to jail
Internationally recognised lawyer returns to a women’s prison where her husband says health concerns persist.
Armed bank robbers storm another Brazilian town, battle police
The attack is the second in two days, marking an escalation in the scale and scope of bank robberies.
Trump discussed pre-emptive pardons for family: Reports
The president is said to be worried about future investigations of his children and his son-in-law Jared Kushner.
Biden: Iran nuclear deal best way to avoid Middle East arms race
Biden said he is committed to returning to, and expanding, the 2015 deal, as Trump reportedly tries to cripple chances.
Kurd vs Kurd: Fears of full-scale war rise in northern Iraq
Recent skirmishes in Kurdistan region between PKK fighters and Peshmerga soldiers heighten fears of full-scale conflict.
Steep rise in executions in Egypt in past two months: Amnesty
Rights group says executions 'particularly appalling' due to 'systematic breaches of fair trials' documented in Egypt.
More disappointing news on US jobs signals need for stimulus now
Surging COVID-19 infections and Washington's repeated failure to pass more virus relief aid are undermining US recovery.
UN chief denounces ‘suicidal’ failure to tackle climate change
Antonio Guterres says recovery from the coronavirus pandemic could be humanity's chance for a reset to save the planet.
Israeli legislators pass draft proposal to dissolve Parliament
The vote is a significant step towards plunging Israel into its fourth national election in less than two years.
Britons welcome vaccine news, but some raise concerns
As UK becomes first to approve Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 jab, Britons hope move frees country from perils of virus.
Displaced people in Iraq left with no refuge as police shut camps
While camps have been described as 'open-air prisons' they also functioned as a refuge for families with nowhere to go.
EU criticises ‘hasty’ UK approval of COVID-19 vaccine
European regulator says its approval process is more appropriate, as German politician calls UK move 'problematic'.
Afghan gov’t, Taliban announce breakthrough deal in peace talks
Deal lays out way forward for negotiators to move on to more substantive issues, including talks on a ceasefire.
At 50, EPA pivots from Trump chopping block to Biden future
Defanged after four years of Trump deregulation, the EPA is set to be reinvigorated under Biden.
Putin hails Armenian PM’s ‘courage’ in signing Karabakh deal
Russian president calls Pashinyan's decisions surrounding the ending of the conflict 'necessary' but 'painful'.
Israel releases over $1bn of withheld tax funds to Palestinians
Transfer of the money comes weeks after coordination was renewed between the two sides.
Sri Lanka: Tens of thousands evacuated as Cyclone Burevi nears
About 75,000 people evacuated from the east coast, where tropical cyclone Burevi is expected to make landfall.
In Pictures: Animal attacks take their toll in Kashmir
Changes to land usage, new neighbourhoods and deforestation are driving wild animals into populated areas.
Pakistan’s new regulations aim to ‘silence the internet’
Increasingly in recent years, internet laws have been used to target journalists and rights activists who voice dissent.
Thai PM wins crucial legal battle amid renewed protests
Top Thai court rules in favour of Prayuth Chan-ocha in conflict-of-interest case over living arrangement.
Tanzania: Magufuli’s growing authoritarianism is not an exception
It is a growing trend in Africa.
Pfizer-BioNTech’s vaccine: What you need to know in 500 words
Key details about the US-German made vaccine, which be used in the UK within days in the fight against coronavirus.
Ethiopia gives UN ‘unimpeded’ access to Tigray to deliver aid
Deal allows aid workers access to government-controlled areas of Tigray, where federal troops are battling the TPLF.
Nigeria police rescue 10 people after ‘baby factory’ raid
Rescued women told police the owner hired men to impregnate them and then sell the newborns for profit.
Five Black British figures history forgets
We explore the lives of five Black Britons whose stories are rarely told.
India looks to resume Iran, Venezuela oil imports under Biden
India was the key buyer of Iranian and Venezuelan oil before President Trump imposed sanctions on the two OPEC members.
‘Unwarranted’: India slams Canada PM’s remarks on farmer protests
India accuses Justin Trudeau of interfering in its internal affairs after Canadian PM commented on farmers' protests.
Georgia election official urges Trump to rein in supporters
Republican Sterling criticises president over his antagonising language towards his backers after last month's election.
Biden will not immediately end phase one China trade deal: NYT
Deal signed in January requires China to increase purchases of US products, services by at least $200bn over 2020-21.
Japan: Nike advertisement on bullying, racism faces backlash, boycott calls
Sharp online response over commercial showing several teenage girls bullied in school over race or other differences.
Uganda: Bobi Wine suspends election campaign over violence
Singer-politician seeking to end decades-long rule of 76-year-old President Museveni in January 14 election.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong jailed for 2019 ‘illegal assembly’
Prominent Hong Kong activist is one of three who pleaded guilty over rally held by police station in June 2019.
New Zealand declares climate emergency
New Zealand pledges carbon neutral government by 2025, announces $141m fund to finance electric or hybrid vehicles.
UK approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for use in world first
Vaccine to be made available across UK from next week, says government.
UNSC unlikely to act on killing of Iranian scientist: Diplomats
No member has so far requested to discuss Friday's killing nor has there been any call for a statement, diplomats say.
Australia’s economy bounced back in the third quarter
Strong household spending pushed Australia out of its first recession in 30 years, but unemployment remains high.
COVID-19: India says entire population may not need vaccinating
Officials say India needs to vaccinate a critical mass of people weeks after Modi promised vaccine for every citizen.
US panel says healthcare workers must get COVID-19 vaccine first
Advisory panel says healthcare workers and nursing home residents must get priority for COVID-19 vaccines.
India plans dam on Brahmaputra river against Chinese projects
Indian official says dam in Arunachal Pradesh is aimed at mitigating adverse effect of Chinese dam projects upstream.
Got chicken? Singapore becomes first to approve lab-grown meat
US-based Eat Just's meat is created from animal cells, not plant-based substitutes. After chicken, beef may be next.
S Korea passes law allowing BTS stars to defer military service
Amendment to military service law provides exceptions for K-pop singers who improve country's profile and economy.
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