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Xi’an tightens measures as China sees 21-month Covid-19 case record

The country today reported 206 new infections, highest daily number since March 2020

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UK police arrest armed man on grounds of Queen's home on Christmas

The 19-year-old was reportedly in possession of what appeared to be a crossbow

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No trips for Afghan women unless escorted by close male relative: Taliban

Female TV journalists have also been urged to wear hijab while presenting 

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Over 300 Palestinians hurt in West Bank clashes with Israeli soldiers: Red Crescent

Group notes victims suffering adverse effects from tear gas exposure, among others

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South African anti-apartheid icon archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90

Late Nobel Peace winner was described as the country’s moral compass 

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India to start Covid-19 vaccines from January for teens aged 15 and up

Highly-infectious Omicron variant has gained foothold in country

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Russia blocks rights monitor website for allegedly promoting terrorism

OVD-Info vows to continue legal support, tracking work despite blockage

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Taliban govt scraps Afghan election commission

No need for such bodies to exist, operate, spokesman notes

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We won’t enrich uranium beyond 60% if talks fail: Iran

Discussions to resume tomorrow in Vienna, aiming to revive 2015 nuclear deal

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James Webb telescope sets off on million-mile voyage

John Mather says it can see the heat signature of a bumblebee at the distance of the Moon 

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Portugal says Omicron dominant, infections rising

Variant accounts for over 60% of cases as of December 22

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China sees highest number of Covid-19 cases in 4 months

Beijing is on high alert for new infections as it prepares to hold Winter Olympics in February

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Pope urges dialogue amid pandemic isolation

Pontiff cautions against fresh violence in Ukraine