Month: December 2022

Read MoreThousands are expected to visit the Palestinian town, where the economy was badly hit by lockdowns.Thousands are expected to visit the Palestinian town, where the economy was badly hit by lockdowns.

Read MoreAt least seven people are killed and dozens injured in Russian air strikes on the recently liberated city.At least seven people are killed and dozens injured in Russian air strikes on the recently liberated city.

Read MoreFor some of us, the World Cup consumed so much festive joy that there is little left for Christmas.For some of us, the World Cup consumed so much festive joy that there is little left for Christmas.

Read MoreA gunman went on a rampage in 10th district, killing three people in attack aimed at foreigners, authorities say.A gunman went on a rampage in 10th district, killing three people in attack aimed at foreigners, authorities say.

Read More Government research shows dramatic decline in numbers in western Hudson Bay stronghold Polar bears are disappearing fast from the western part of Hudson Bay on the southern tip of the Canadian Arctic, according to a government survey. The report said there had been a dramatic decline in the of number of female bears…

Read MoreOur insatiable demand for chocolate is destroying forests.Our insatiable demand for chocolate is destroying forests.

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Read MoreLocals say rising travel and food costs have made the holiday season more expensive and are keeping families apart.Locals say rising travel and food costs have made the holiday season more expensive and are keeping families apart.

Read More At least 22 people were killed and two were injured in the blaze At least 22 people were killed and two were injured in the blaze

Read More Fears of fresh attacks come as Vladimir Putin calls invasion ‘war’ for the first time in public after 10 months Fears of fresh attacks come as Vladimir Putin calls invasion ‘war’ for the first time in public after 10 months

Read MoreShe was a renowned journalist, but to her niece, Shireen was a Christmas-loving aunt and the ‘backbone’ of the family.She was a renowned journalist, but to her niece, Shireen was a Christmas-loving aunt and the ‘backbone’ of the family.

Read MoreTravellers arriving from countries, including China, will have to show a negative COVID-19 test to enter the country.Travellers arriving from countries, including China, will have to show a negative COVID-19 test to enter the country.

Read More Beijing says it “deplores and firmly opposes” the new legislation adopted by Washington The US National Defense Authorization Act hypes up the “China threat,” interferes in the country’s internal affairs and attacks the Chinese Communist Party, Beijing said on Saturday. The $858-billion military spending program for fiscal year 2023, signed into law by…

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Read MoreStatement comes after military government ordered senior UN official Barbara Manzi to leave Burkina Faso immediately.Statement comes after military government ordered senior UN official Barbara Manzi to leave Burkina Faso immediately.

Read MoreWith intensive care units overwhelmed, patients are forced to go to bigger cities for treatment.With intensive care units overwhelmed, patients are forced to go to bigger cities for treatment.

Read More Met Office warning for snow and ice in place for most of Scottish Highlands and some lowland areas The Scottish Highlands could be in for a white Christmas, forecasters have said. A Met Office yellow warning is in place for most of the mountainous region and some lowland areas from 9pm on Christmas…

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Read More According to transcripts, Cassidy was conflicted ahead of the hearing: ‘I felt like Trump was looking over my shoulder’ “I’m about to be fucking nuked,” former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson reportedly told a January 6 committee staff member after meeting with investigators before her bombshell testimony to the committee in June. Her…

Read More Wholesale growers expect to increase tree costs between 5% and 15% as research suggests artificial trees gaining popularity For millions across the country, a Christmas tree is an essential part of the holiday season. And every year comes the debate – an artificial tree or a real one? Continue reading…Wholesale growers expect to…

Read More Sobhraj arrives in Paris on commercial flight after release from Nepalese prison on health grounds Charles Sobhraj, a convicted killer known as “the Serpent” who police believe targeted western backpackers on the hippie trail in the 1970s, has returned to France after nearly two decades behind bars in Nepal, BFM TV reported. Nepal’s…

Read MoreThe US dollar has been on the rise in 2022. What is next for the greenback, gold and cryptocurrencies?The US dollar has been on the rise in 2022. What is next for the greenback, gold and cryptocurrencies?

Read More The newspaper claims at least £‎1.5 billion ($1.8 billion) more is expected to be earmarked for Britain’s military in 2024-2025 Amid soaring inflation, the UK is set to boost defense spending in 2024-2025, the Telegraph has reported. The newspaper said the Ukraine conflict was among the reasons cited by Britain’s Ministry of Defence,…

Read MoreThe care home in Siberia was unregistered and the authorities are now inspecting similar facilities.The care home in Siberia was unregistered and the authorities are now inspecting similar facilities.

Read MoreTunisia’s political crisis has brought the already struggling economy closer to collapseTunisia’s political crisis has brought the already struggling economy closer to collapse

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Read MoreMembers of India’s main opposition Congress party and thousands of supporters have walked into New Delhi as part of a cross-country “unity march” seeking to challenge what they say is a “hate-filled” version of the country under the Hindu nationalist governmentMembers of India’s main opposition Congress party and thousands of supporters have walked into…

Read MoreResearchers say there has been a dramatic drop in particular in the number of female bears and cubs in Hudson Bay.Researchers say there has been a dramatic drop in particular in the number of female bears and cubs in Hudson Bay.

Read MoreNarges Mohammadi writes to the BBC with fellow inmates’ accounts of physical and sexual abuse.Narges Mohammadi writes to the BBC with fellow inmates’ accounts of physical and sexual abuse.

Read More BAE Systems has announced that Sweden, Germany, and the United Kingdom have reached an agreement with the company to purchase 436 BvS10 all-terrain vehicles. The joint procurement, worth $760 million, is in support of Arctic operations for the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program. BAE Systems’ military all-terrain vehicles are designed for operations in…

Read More Pentagon’s No.1 weapons supplier Lockheed Martin Corp announced earlier this week, that the U.S. Navy has declared full-rate production of the Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion helicopter. According to a press release from Lockheed Martin, a decision is expected to increase production to more than 20 helicopters annually in the coming years. Sikorsky, a…

Read More Defense giant BAE Systems has announced that it was awarded a contract for M88 recovery vehicles for Poland. As noted by the company, BAE Systems was awarded a $128 million contract to produce 26 M88A2 HERCULES recovery vehicles to equip the Polish Armed Forces. The HERCULES, or Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lifting…

Read More North London Collegiate School has faced multiple malpractice allegations over way grades awarded A prestigious private school in London has faced multiple investigations into the way it awarded exam grades in 2021, when all its A-level entries received A* or A, the Guardian has learned. Senior leaders and teachers at the North London…

Read MoreThe global energy crisis triggered by the Ukraine war and increasing climate threats have fuelled the transition.The global energy crisis triggered by the Ukraine war and increasing climate threats have fuelled the transition.

Read MoreAs Ukraine seeks justice for crimes committed by Russia, Cambodia could offer lessons — and cautionary tales.As Ukraine seeks justice for crimes committed by Russia, Cambodia could offer lessons — and cautionary tales.