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Read More Irish premier Micheál Martin calls findings ‘difficult’ to read Irish premier Micheál Martin calls findings ‘difficult’ to read

Read MoreHe was known for his support of Republicans – including Donald Trump – and the state of Israel.He was known for his support of Republicans – including Donald Trump – and the state of Israel.

Read More UNITED NATIONS, Jan 12 (IPS) – French President Emmanuel Macron convened the 4th edition of the One Planet Summit for Biodiversity with a concession – that after a decade, the world has failed to take the action needed to stem global biodiversity loss. The Jan. 10 event, hosted virtually by France, the United…

Read More The Trump administration has altered its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations, asking states to distribute the first dose of the jab to those who are 65 years or older.  The Trump administration has altered its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations, asking states to distribute the first dose of the jab to those who are 65 years or…

Read MoreAdelson died at 87 from complications related to treatment for non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Las Vegas Sands said on Tuesday.Adelson died at 87 from complications related to treatment for non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Las Vegas Sands said on Tuesday.

Read More (WASHINGTON) — The Trump administration is asking states to speed delivery of COVID-19 vaccines to people 65 and older and to others at high risk by no longer holding back the second dose of the two-dose shots, officials said Tuesday. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said that “the administration in the…

Read More His final words were to ask for a beautiful song to be played the evening of his death His final words were to ask for a beautiful song to be played the evening of his death

Read More His final words were to ask for a beautiful song to be played the evening of his death His final words were to ask for a beautiful song to be played the evening of his death

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Read More Democrats will today force vote asking Mike Pence to remove president Trump facing second impeachment over ‘incitement of insurrection’ Deutsche Bank severs ties with president Sheldon Adelson, casino magnate and major Trump donor, dies at 87 Acting US homeland security secretary Chad Wolf resigns 3.12pm GMT James Comey said he was “sickened” by…

Read More UNITED NATIONS, Jan 12 (IPS) – The United Nations has been one of the most vociferous advocates of gender empowerment and a persistent critic of gender discrimination worldwide. Read the full story, “Will a Second Term for Guterres Undermine Campaign for First Female UN Chief in 76 Years?”, on globalissues.org → UNITED NATIONS,…

Read More KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan 12 (IPS) – The incoming Biden administration is under tremendous pressure to demonstrate better US economic management. Trade negotiations normally take years to conclude, if at all. Unsurprisingly, lobbyists are already urging the next US administration to quickly embrace and deliver a new version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).…

Read More President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said Turkey is ready to take its “deserved” place in the EU, adding that its accession could cure the uncertainties the bloc is experiencing in the wake of the UK’s departure. Speaking on Tuesday, Erdogan told Ankara-based Euopean ambassadors that Turkey is ready to set a “positive agenda”…

Read MoreAs a 3rd wave of COVID-19 infections drives a widening state of emergency, the government is forging ahead with the Summer Games against the will of its people.As a 3rd wave of COVID-19 infections drives a widening state of emergency, the government is forging ahead with the Summer Games against the will of its…

Read MoreCNET’s Brian Cooley joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss new tech being revealed at 2021’s CES including Samsung’s new robotic assistants and devices with rollable screens. He also talks about the top tech trends for the year, including medical devices to help us stay healthy.CNET’s Brian Cooley joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss new…

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Read More News that fresh life will be given to The Sopranos and Sex and the City has been mostly met with cheers, but has also sparked a deep philosophical Twitter debate about which serial is a better fit for the current zeitgeist. Both shows appeared on HBO in the late 90s and early 2000s,…

Read MoreFlight data recorder from Sriwijaya Air jet that plunged into the sea just after takeoff with 62 people on board should help explain the crash, but another black box is still missing.Flight data recorder from Sriwijaya Air jet that plunged into the sea just after takeoff with 62 people on board should help explain…

Read More The Arab Spring began in Tunisia, where 28 days of protests ended 24 years of a dictator’s rule. The next day, Jan. 15, 2011, students in Yemen called for demonstrations against the strongman there. A dictator fell in Egypt, then in Libya. A change of season appeared to be bringing democracy to an…

Read More The Arab Spring began in Tunisia, where 28 days of protests ended 24 years of a dictator’s rule. The next day, Jan. 15, 2011, students in Yemen called for demonstrations against the strongman there. A dictator fell in Egypt, then in Libya. A change of season appeared to be bringing democracy to an…

Read More The search for the device was made particularly difficult by debris and wreckage from the crash  The search for the device was made particularly difficult by debris and wreckage from the crash 

Read MoreThe eight victims of the stabbing attack incident in the ancient Roman city of Jerash all survived.The eight victims of the stabbing attack incident in the ancient Roman city of Jerash all survived.

Read More The European Medicines Agency has received an application from pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca for the conditional marketing authorization of their Covid-19 jab. On Tuesday, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) confirmed that AstraZeneca had applied for its vaccine to be approved for use across the EU. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen took to…

Read MoreIndian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar says trust with China deeply impaired after last year’s deadly border clash.Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar says trust with China deeply impaired after last year’s deadly border clash.

Read More The collar is available online for $99 (£73)  The collar is available online for $99 (£73) 

Read MoreRelatives have alleged the babies at mother and baby homes were mistreated because they were born to unmarried women.Relatives have alleged the babies at mother and baby homes were mistreated because they were born to unmarried women.

Read MoreNegotiators are back in Doha for a second round of peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban.Negotiators are back in Doha for a second round of peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban.

Read More Expert says going ahead would have been ‘legally questionable’ Expert says going ahead would have been ‘legally questionable’

Read MoreA look at how impeachment works and what Congress can do before Trump’s term officially ends on January 20.A look at how impeachment works and what Congress can do before Trump’s term officially ends on January 20.

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Read More First federal execution of woman in 67 years halted as judge cites need to determine her mental competence A judge has granted another stay in what was slated to be the US government’s first execution of a female inmate in nearly seven decades. Judge Patrick Hanlon granted the stay late on Monday, citing…

Read MoreRescuers freed 2,500 drivers trapped in their vehicles by the storm, which killed at least three people.Rescuers freed 2,500 drivers trapped in their vehicles by the storm, which killed at least three people.

Read More Several gorillas at the San Diego zoo have tested positive for Covid-19, with the cases believed to be the first outbreak among primates in captivity.  After showing mild symptoms of the virus including coughing, the presence of Covid-19 was confirmed through fecal testing.  The animals will remain in their habitat in the park…

Read More US plans to open a consulate in Western Sahara mark a turning point for the disputed territory. US recognition of Morocco’s authority over the land frustrates indigenous Sahrawis seeking independence but others see the future US consulate as a boost for Western Sahara cities like Dakhla Continue reading…US plans to open a consulate…

Read More President-elect Joe Biden has said he is not afraid to take the oath of office outside on 20 January following the violent riots at the US Capitol. Speaking after receiving his second Covid-19 vaccination, the 78-year-old added the focus now was on holding those who engaged in the riot to account Continue reading…President-elect…