Monday, 31 January 2022

Chileans protest against Venezuelan migrants

The demonstration in the city of Iquique drew 4,000 people and was marred by incidents of violence.

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Xuzhou mother: Video of chained woman in hut outrages China internet

The viral video has prompted demands the authorities intervene to help the mother of eight.

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Brazil rains: São Paulo floods kill 19 and destroy homes

About 500 families have been left homeless in São Paulo state after the latest deadly floods.

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Iguanas fall from trees as cold snap hits Florida

Warnings are issued as unusually cold temperatures in the US state cause the lizards to freeze.

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Book Ban Efforts Spread Across the U.S.


By Elizabeth A. Harris and Alexandra Alter from NYT Books https://ift.tt/aJYAmGepQ

Manhunt after German police officers shot dead near Kusel

Two officers were killed early on Monday during a routine traffic stop in western Germany.

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Pillow fighting enters the professional ring

The first pillow fighting champions have been crowned at a competition in Florida in the US.

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Sunday, 30 January 2022

Manchester Utd's Mason Greenwood accused of assaulting woman

Police are working to "establish the full circumstances" after a woman posted accusations on social media.

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Winter Olympics 2022: Beijing reports spike in new virus cases

The highest number of cases since June 2020 is recorded as the Chinese capital hosts the Olympics.

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When Omicron Isn’t So Mild


By Reed Abelson and Christina Jewett from NYT Health https://ift.tt/DAmNrHZ4x

Ukraine-Russia tensions: British troops 'unlikely' to fight - Truss

The foreign secretary says the UK is using "deterrence and diplomacy" to avoid further conflict.

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'Bombogenesis' snowstorm strikes US East Coast

The storm, known as a Nor'easter, brought heavy snowfall, coastal flooding and blizzard conditions.

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Nato's Jens Stoltenberg: No plans for combat troops in Ukraine

Nato's secretary general calls for "a balanced approach", amid heighten tensions in Eastern Europe.

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Saturday, 29 January 2022

Russia: Military drill moved further from Irish shore

Simon Coveney says the news was "welcome" following days of speculation over the exercise.

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Sergio Mattarella: At 80, Italy president set to stay on amid successor row

Sergio Mattarella agreed to stay on after ruling parties failed to find a compromise candidate.

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¿Cuánto tiempo puedo usar el mismo respirador N95, KN95 o KF94?


By Tara Parker-Pope from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/3IJ8Agk

Mourners Remember N.Y.P.D. Officer Killed in Shooting: ‘He Was Joy’


By Ashley Southall from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3ISfSyB

Storm Ana: Deadly Africa storm shows climate crisis reality - UN

Rescue workers in southern Africa are trying to reach thousands stranded as more are found dead.

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F.B.I. Secretly Bought Israeli Spyware and Explored Hacking U.S. Phones


By Michael Levenson from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3g3QFVv

Hong Kong: One of city's last Tiananmen Square memorials covered up

The University of Hong Kong hides a pavement tribute, citing only routine maintenance.

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Australian Open: Ashleigh Barty wins first Melbourne title by beating Danielle Collins

Ashleigh Barty ends the home nation's 44-year wait for a Grand Slam women's singles champion by beating Danielle Collins to win the Australian Open title.

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Friday, 28 January 2022

Family who died in freezing cold by US-Canada border identified

The four Indian nationals were trying to cross the Canada-US border on foot.

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Putin Is Caught in a Trap of His Own Making


By Yulia Latynina from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3o4JuR8

Chicago trains drive over flaming tracks

The tracks are set alight to prevent them from freezing over in snowy weather.

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Disney: Minnie Mouse to swap her dress for a trouser suit

The iconic cartoon mouse is getting a temporary outfit makeover, to mixed reviews from Disney fans.

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Fujimono shooting: Japanese doctor killed in rare gun violence

Police arrest a 66-year-old man they say attacked a group of medical workers invited to his home.

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Ukraine crisis: Vladimir Putin's geopolitical jigsaw

Invasion or fear strategy: the Russian leader keeps everyone guessing on his real plans for Ukraine.

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Thursday, 27 January 2022

An Extraordinary Iceberg Is Gone, but Not Forgotten


By Henry Fountain from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/3r1ivru

Ukraine crisis: Nord Stream 2 pipeline could be axed

Germany and the US threaten the future of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine.

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‘Jeopardy!’ Hasn’t Had a Player Like Amy Schneider


By Shane O’Neill from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3G6JWVf

Instagram: Iran arrests 17 pranksters over social media videos

The videos showed faked murders and cake being thrown at members of the public in Tehran.

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Tennessee school board bans teaching of Holocaust graphic novel Maus

The board in Tennessee objected to swear words and depictions of nude mice in the graphic novel Maus.

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Ukraine: What sanctions could be imposed on Russia?

Western diplomats are refusing to be explicit about specific penalties to keep the Kremlin guessing.

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Ukraine crisis: BBC tries to track down official bomb shelters in Kyiv

Ukrainian authorities have mapped out Kyiv's bomb shelters, but can the BBC's Sarah Rainsford find them?

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Jordanian army says it killed 27 drug smugglers from Syria

The army says the smugglers attempted to cross into the kingdom under the cover of heavy snow.

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Wednesday, 26 January 2022

Blue Diamond Affair: Saudis end dispute with Thailand over stolen gems

Diplomatic ties resume after a 30-year row over jewels stolen by a cleaner and a string of murders.

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Ghostly monkey and crocodile newts among new Mekong area species

A list of 224 newly discovered species is published by the World Wildlife Fund conservation group.

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UN calls for evacuation of children trapped in besieged Syrian prison

The UN has received reports of deaths among the hundreds of boys at a jail seized by IS militants.

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Cuba says more than 700 charged over anti-government protests

More than 170 people have already been convicted after trials criticised by activists as unfair.

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China changes Fight Club film ending so the authorities win

In China, the final scene of the 1999 film says the subversive plot fails and the authorities win.

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New Research Hints at 4 Factors That May Increase Chances of Long Covid


By Pam Belluck from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3fXO8Ml

Viral videos, stoicism and stockpiling on Ukraine’s uneasy borders

With an estimated 100,000 Russian soldiers now on Ukraine's border, what do Ukrainians make of it all?

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Ukraine: Biden says Russian invasion 'would change the world'

The US President says Russian troops entering Ukraine "would be the largest invasion since World War Two".

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Tuesday, 25 January 2022

Ukraine tensions: Nato is not a threat to Russia - Estonian PM Kallas

Russia does not get to determine who is part of the alliance, Prime Minister Kaja Kallas tells the BBC.

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The Tao of Wee Man


By Caity Weaver from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/3tSqFo0

Africa Cup of Nations: Football fans run towards Paul Biya stadium before crush

At least eight people have been killed in a crush outside an Africa Cup of Nations football match in Cameroon.

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Ukraine: 'I should be ready to defend the country'

Marta is getting military training for a possible Russian invasion, but says she doesn't want war.

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Guatemala convicts ex-soldiers for raping indigenous women

Five ex-paramilitary soldiers are given 30-year jail terms for raping dozens of women in the 1980s.

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Monday, 24 January 2022

Stowaway found in South Africa plane wheel is 22-year-old Kenyan

A man found alive in the wheel section of a plane that landed in Amsterdam from South Africa is identified.

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A YouTuber’s Plane Crash Draws Doubts From Aviation Experts


By Eduardo Medina from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/33JVu3E

Pakistan's first female Supreme Court judge sworn in

Ayesha Malik now sits on a bench with 16 other male colleagues in the country's top court.

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Ann Coulter Is Rooting for a Trump-DeSantis Throw-Down. She’s Not Alone.


By Michelle Cottle from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3Iuy6pz

Mexico violence: Third journalist killed this year

Lourdes Maldonado López is the second journalist murdered in the city of Tijuana in a week.

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Hundreds of children held by IS in besieged prison in Syria

Kurdish-led forces say they are being used as human shields in the jail they have surrounded in Syria.

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Sunday, 23 January 2022

Covid: Clashes at Belgium protest against restrictions

A rally sees violent exchanges in Brussels as tens of thousands marched against Covid restrictions.

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Stowaway found in South Africa plane wheel at Amsterdam airport

A man is discovered alive in the wheel section of a plane that landed in Amsterdam from South Africa.

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Cameroon nightclub fire: Liv's Night Club in Yaoundé hit by deadly blaze

At least 16 people have been killed and eight others seriously wounded in the blaze.

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NZ PM Ardern calls off wedding amid Omicron outbreak

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has cancelled her wedding after announcing new Covid restrictions.

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Burkina Faso military bases hit by heavy gunfire

The government denies reports of a coup attempt or that the president had been detained.

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Anoosheh Ashoori: Iranian-Briton to start hunger strike in prison

Anoosheh Ashoori from London hopes the strike will bring attention to those being held in Iran.

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Saturday, 22 January 2022

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defends Covid hamster cull

Carrie Lam says the priority is to control the rise in cases partly caused by an outbreak in pet hamsters.

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Do Ukrainians and Russians believe a full-scale war is possible?

Amid growing fears of a Russian invasion, BBC correspondents gauge the public mood in Kyiv and Moscow.

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Kiribati goes into first lockdown after Covid flight cases

Until last week, the remote island nation of Kiribati had recorded just two Covid cases.

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Meat Loaf: What exactly is it that the singer would not do for love?

How I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That) became one of rock's biggest urban myths.

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You Quit. I Quit. We All Quit. And It’s Not a Coincidence.


By Emma Goldberg from NYT Business https://ift.tt/33HlTip

Friday, 21 January 2022

Australian Open: Naomi Osaka out to Amanda Anisimova, Ashleigh Barty wins in Melbourne

Defending champion Naomi Osaka is out of the Australian Open after losing in the third round to American opponent Amanda Anisimova.

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Serbia revokes Rio Tinto lithium mine permits following protests

The country cancels the mining licence for the Anglo-Australian firm's controversial $2.4bn project.

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Meat Loaf, ‘Bat Out of Hell’ Singer and Actor, Dies


By Alex Marshall and Derrick Bryson Taylor from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/32jLbTf

Hong Kong: Secret rescue network to evade hamster Covid cull

An underground network of animal lovers is helping Hong Kong hamster owners avoid a government cull.

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Meat Loaf: The music legend's life in video

Remembering Bat Out of Hell star Meat Loaf who has died at the age of 74.

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French tourist Benjamin Briere goes on trial in Iran for espionage

Benjamin Brière was arrested in 2020 after flying a drone near the Iran-Turkmenistan border.

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Thursday, 20 January 2022

Liberian church stampede kills 29 worshippers in Monrovia

At least 29 people, including 11 children, die when robbers attack an open-air service, causing panic.

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Most ‘Havana Syndrome’ Cases Unlikely Caused by Foreign Power, C.I.A. Says


By Julian E. Barnes from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3qH5cMW

Havana syndrome: Most cases not caused by foreign power - CIA

A mysterious illness striking US diplomats can usually be explained by natural causes, a report finds.

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Djokovic could have inspired anti-vax Australians, court says

The court said it was reasonable to think Djokovic might have inspired anti-vaccine sentiment in Australia.

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Tonga: Journalist gives firsthand account of volcano eruption

Speaking from Tonga's capital, Nuku'alofa, Marian Kupu gives a firsthand account of the moment the undersea volcano erupted.

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Wednesday, 19 January 2022

Ashling Murphy: Further arrest in murder investigation

Irish police are questioning a man about withholding information over the killing of Ashling Murphy.

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Britney Spears issues cease and desist letter to sister Jamie Lynn over book

The singer accuses Jamie Lynn Spears of promoting "false or fantastical grievances" in her new book.

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André Leon Talley, Editor and Fashion Industry Force, Dies at 73


By Vanessa Friedman and Jacob Bernstein from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3GL674k

Andre Leon Talley: Former Vogue creative director dies aged 73

Andre Leon Talley was credited with getting more black models into the fashion industry.

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Bali bombings: Indonesia jails man for masterminding attacks

A man who evaded arrest for two decades is given 15 years for planning the attacks, which killed 202.

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Sania Mirza: India tennis star to retire after 2022 season

Sania Mirza, a former Wimbledon doubles champion, is one of India's most celebrated sports stars.

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Tuesday, 18 January 2022

French skier investigated over collision with British girl

A skier who hit a five-year-old in the French Alps who then died faces a possible charge of manslaughter.

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Colombia saw 145 activists killed in 2021, ombudsman says

Most of the killings were linked to illegal armed groups, the human rights ombudsman says.

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A Grand Miami Beach Hotel, and Its History, Might Be Torn Down


By Patricia Mazzei from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3rsL6VA

Sweden drones: Sightings reported over nuclear plants and palace

Security services take over an inquiry into a series of sightings and it is unclear who is to blame.

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Texas synagogue hostage taker was known to MI5

Malik Faisal Akram, who took four people hostage in the US, was investigated in 2020 by UK services.

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Australian Open: Tennis Australia 'deeply regrets' impact of Novak Djokovic saga

The Novak Djokovic visa saga was "a significant distraction for everyone", say Australian Open organisers.

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Monday, 17 January 2022

Tonga volcano: Video shows eruption day before tsunami

Watch dramatic footage of the underwater volcano erupting the day before it triggered a tsunami.

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Sunday, 16 January 2022

Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta: Ousted Mali president dies aged 76

Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta was forced from power in 2020 after protests over security, economy and elections.

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Trump’s Covid and Election Falsehoods at Arizona Rally


By Linda Qiu from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3qySZKg

Mohamed Ibrahim Moalimuu: Somali spokesman injured in Mogadishu

Former BBC journalist Mohamed Ibrahim Moalimuu was targeted by terrorists, the prime minister says.

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Russia Issues Subtle Threats More Far-Reaching Than a Ukraine Invasion


By Anton Troianovski and David E. Sanger from NYT World https://ift.tt/3fsO8Uj

Pacific volcano: Ash-covered Tonga is like a moonscape say residents

A huge underwater volcano that triggered tsunami waves has caused "significant damage" to Tonga.

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Australia tormented Djokovic - Serbian president

Aleksandar Vucic describes Australia's treatment of the tennis star as torment and torture.

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What the Bengals’ and Bills’ Wins Mean for the Divisional Round


By Ken Belson from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3GxC28z

Saturday, 15 January 2022

How to Find a Quality Mask (and Avoid Counterfeits)


By Tara Parker-Pope from NYT Well https://ift.tt/3GwTlpZ

Prince Andrew's lawyers say accuser may have false memories

Court documents say the Duke of York wants to question Virginia Giuffre's psychologist and husband.

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Man who had pig heart transplant was guilty of 1988 stabbing

David Bennett once stabbed a man seven times leaving him paralysed, it has been revealed.

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Virat Kohli steps down as India Test captain

Virat Kohli steps down as captain of India men's Test team after a record 68 matches as skipper.

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Bipin Rawat: Bad weather caused India's top commander's chopper crash

Bad weather was behind the helicopter crash that killed General Bipin Rawat, authorities say.

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Ashling Murphy: Vigils across Ireland for murdered teacher

Ashling Murphy's family are said to be "overwhelmed by the national outpouring of support".

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For Coronavirus Testing, the Nose May Not Always Be Best


By Emily Anthes from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3GuAGuZ

What Are the Symptoms of Omicron?


By Melinda Wenner Moyer from NYT Well https://ift.tt/3qdxvRK

Friday, 14 January 2022

Bafta Film Awards: Can Rebel Wilson save the 2022 awards season?

The actress is due to host the Bafta Film Awards in February in an effort to boost viewing figures.

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New Virus Cases Begin to Slow in U.S. Cities Where Omicron Hit First


By Mitch Smith, Campbell Robertson and Sabrina Imbler from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3nrEjKG

Nirvana baby refiles lawsuit over Nevermind album cover

Spencer Elden files an amended complaint, again accusing the band of distributing child pornography.

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La melatonina no es una pastilla para dormir. Te explicamos cómo funciona


By Amelia Nierenberg from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/3zTVppw

YouTube rich list: MrBeast was the highest-paid star of 2021

Between them, the 10 highest-paid YouTubers raked in $300m last year.

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America Is Falling Apart at the Seams


By David Brooks from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3FvWHrX

Thursday, 13 January 2022

South Africa minister tells schoolgirls to 'open books and close legs'

Phophi Ramathuba is criticised for comments she made attempting to encourage abstinence.

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'Havana syndrome': US baffled after new cases in Europe

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says investigations continue after more diplomats fall ill.

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Covid: Viral photo highlights challenges of vaccinating Amazon

A photo of a man carrying his father has highlighted the challenges of vaccinating indigenous villages.

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Novak Djokovic and the unanswered questions

Novak Djokovic is facing a number of questions over his activities after testing positive for Covid.

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Kenya Power in the spotlight after nationwide blackout

Kenyans spent several hours with electricity this week, what are the underlying causes?

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The puzzle of America's record Covid hospital rate

Europe has fewer Covid patients in hospital now. Why are the US and Canada bucking the Omicron trend?

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A Look Inside Rikers: ‘Fight Night’ and Gang Rule, Captured on Video


By Jan Ransom from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3zQURRo

Kylie Jenner becomes first woman with 300 million Instagram followers

Ariana Grande, previously the app's most popular woman, is now tied in second place with Selena Gomez.

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Wednesday, 12 January 2022

Biden-Cheney 2024?


By Thomas L. Friedman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3tl43MG

Greek sailing coach in rape trial over MeToo revelations

When an Olympic champion spoke out about abuse, a young woman alleged she was raped by her coach.

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Covid-19: Chinese woman stuck in lockdown with blind date

A swift lockdown in China’s Zhengzhou means a woman is stuck at her date’s house.

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When Axel Webber Was Rejected from Juilliard, the Internet Stepped In


By Taylor Lorenz from NYT Style https://ift.tt/332OONP

Love theory in kidnap of Italian lured to Africa

Prosecutors say a businessman may have been duped into going to Ivory Coast by an online scammer.

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Djokovic Admits False Statement on Australia Travel Document


By Yan Zhuang from NYT World https://ift.tt/3qlnEKV

Tuesday, 11 January 2022

Pokémon Go: Police fired for chasing Snorlax instead of robbers

A pair of LAPD officers lost their jobs after ignoring a robbery to play Pokémon Go instead.

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As Its Population Soars to 40, Rum Isle Glimpses a Future in the Mist


By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/31KhLgM

Ugandan author of The Greedy Barbarian charged over Museveni tweets

A Ugandan novelist is accused of using Twitter to "disturb the peace" of Yoweri Museveni and his son.

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Lawsuit Says 16 Elite Colleges Are Part of Price-Fixing Cartel


By Stephanie Saul and Anemona Hartocollis from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3nafoeM

Fighting the darknet drug dealers who keep coming back

BBC research finds hundreds of dealers who have survived multiple police shutdowns of darknet marketplaces.

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Insurers Will Have to Cover 8 At-Home Virus Tests Per Month


By Noah Weiland and Sarah Kliff from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/31K4Ds1

Monday, 10 January 2022

Tesla adds chill and assertive self-driving modes

An update to Tesla cars adds a mode to follow other cars more closely and to slow rather than stop.

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Covid pass protesters attack French MP Stéphane Claireaux with seaweed

Stéphane Claireaux likens the attack near his home in a French part of North America to a "stoning".

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Spain: Badger thought to have found Roman treasure

Archaeologists discovered Roman coins outside the den of an animal next to a cave in northern Spain.

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Novak Djokovic family end press conference after Covid event question

The tennis star's family ends a press conference, refusing to be drawn on his positive Covid test.

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Djokovic's brother: We fight for truth and justice

Djordje Djokovic, speaks about supporting the tennis star during his detention in Australia.

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Novak Djokovic's mother: We're here to celebrate our son's victory

Dijana Djokovic speaks at a press conference after her son Novak had his Australian visa reinstated.

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Sunday, 9 January 2022

Scala dei Turchi: Sicily's famed cliffs streaked red by vandals

Sicily's Scala dei Turchi are visited by thousands of tourists every year.

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Afcon 2021: Cameroon beat Burkina Faso 2-1 in opening game

Hosts Cameroon come from behind to beat Burkina Faso in an absorbing opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Spelling Bee Forum


By Isaac Aronow and Doug Mennella from NYT Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/3f89juA

Novak Djokovic: Australia says tennis star given no visa assurances

The tennis star hopes to play in the Australian Open but instead could be deported.

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Covid pandemic: Chinese city tests 14m people after cluster

As China pursues a zero-Covid policy, Tianjin aims to test all its residents within 48 hours.

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Kazakhstan unrest: At least 154 killed in crackdown on protests, reports say

Days of violent anti-government protests also saw nearly 6,000 people arrested, officials say.

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Saturday, 8 January 2022

Basmah bint Saud: Saudi princess released from jail after almost three years

Princess Basma bint Saud and her daughter were held without charge for almost three years.

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Marilyn Bergman: Oscar-winning lyricist dies at 93

Together with her husband, Bergman wrote songs for legends like Barbara Streisand and Fred Astaire.

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Heavy snow leaves many dead in northern Pakistan

Would-be tourists travelled to see the unusual amount of snow but around 1,000 cars became stranded in a blizzard.

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The Debt King


By Jacob Bernstein from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3FbSn1e

Kazakhstan unrest: Ex-intelligence chief arrested for treason

Karim Massimov's arrest comes in the wake of violent, nationwide anti-government protests.

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Turkmenistan plans to close its 'Gateway to Hell'

The site, a fire burning for decades in a huge desert crater, is a popular tourist attraction.

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Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict: Dozens killed in airstrike at camp, say aid staff

Aid workers in northern Ethiopia say 56 people are killed in a strike on a camp for the displaced.

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Friday, 7 January 2022

That $1,000 Bourbon You Bought May Be a Phony


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Instagram blocked hashtag in memory of Iran plane crash victims

The social media giant says it did so by mistake, as families tried to memorialise the 176 victims.

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Bitcoin prices fall to lowest in months after US Fed remarks

Bitcoin prices tumble amid rumblings from the US banking body and unrest in Kazakhstan.

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In pictures: Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas

Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas from Moscow to Cairo.

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A School Won 92-4 in Basketball. Then the Coach Was Suspended.


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Gunfire heard as BBC visits scene of Kazakh clashes

The BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov reports from Almaty in the aftermath of violent protests.

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Thursday, 6 January 2022

How to Stay Safe if You’re Trapped in Your Car During a Snowstorm


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Here’s When We Expect Omicron to Peak


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Capitol riots: Trump tried to prevent peaceful transition, says Biden

US President Joe Biden says the country must make sure the US Capitol attacks never happen again.

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Guatemala soldiers face rape trial after 40 years

Five former soldiers are accused of raping 36 indigenous Mayan women during the country's civil war.

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Emerging Data Raise Questions About Antigen Tests and Nasal Swabs


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Covid-19: More than 100 test positive on an Italy-India flight

They were among 179 passengers on the flight from Milan which landed in Amritsar on Wednesday.

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Kew scientists name new tree after Leonardo DiCaprio

The tree grows only in an African rainforest the actor and conservationist helped save from logging.

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Afcon 2021: Everything you need to know about tournament in Cameroon

Dates, favourites and everything else you need to know about the Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off in Cameroon on Sunday.

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Wednesday, 5 January 2022

Pope Francis says choosing pets over kids is selfish

Pope Francis has said that those who choose to have pets over children show "a form of selfishness".

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Niger police seize record 200kg of cocaine from mayor's car

The mayor and his driver are arrested for allegedly trying to transport the record haul to Libya.

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South Africa's Zondo commission report: Scandal, bullying and fear

A report reveals how a business family allegedly secured control of South Africa under ex-President Zuma.

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Australia could refuse Novak Djokovic entry over vaccine row - PM

The tennis player must prove that he cannot be jabbed for medical reasons, Australia's Prime Minister says.

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Kosovo bans cryptocurrency mining after blackouts

The Balkan country is enforcing blackouts amid an electricity shortage caused by high global prices.

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Dakar Rally: France opens terrorism probe into Saudi Arabia blast

The explosion in Saudi Arabia last week badly wounded French rally driver Philippe Boutron.

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Gal Gadot says Imagine video was in poor taste

The actress and fellow Hollywood stars recorded a cover of Imagine at the beginning of the pandemic.

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Djokovic at Australian Open: 'He might get booed when he gets on court'

Australians give their views on Novak Djokovic being able to play in the Australian Open.

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In Omicron Hot Spots, Hospitals Fill Up, but I.C.U.s May Not


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US actress Joan Copeland dies aged 99

The Broadway and TV star, who was also the sister of playwright Arthur Miller, died in her sleep.

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Tuesday, 4 January 2022

US snow: Major snowfall blankets Washington DC

Snow causes fun and frustration in Washington DC.

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Silicon Valley's trial of the century

A look at the Theranos trial and the evidence that led to Elizabeth Holmes being found guilty of fraud.

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Spelling Bee Forum


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Donald Trump's children refuse to testify in fraud inquiry

Donald Jr and Ivanka are being asked to give evidence to a civil investigation into the family business.

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Nirvana's Nevermind cover art lawsuit dismissed

Spencer Elden, who was pictured as a baby on the album cover, had alleged child pornography.

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Djokovic gets Covid jab waiver for Australian Open

Novak Djokovic says he will defend his Australian Open title after receiving a medical exemption from having a Covid-19 vaccination.

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Monday, 3 January 2022

South Africa parliament fire flares up again

Firefighters are trying to douse the blaze which reignited hours after it was said to be under control.

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China: Concern over Xi'an residents' midnight quarantine

Some people in Xi'an complained after they were forced out of their homes during a Covid outbreak.

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Bulli Bai: India app that put Muslim women up for sale is shut

This was the second recent attempt in India to harass Muslim women by "auctioning" them online.

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Turkey's inflation hits 36% amid financial turmoil

The cost of living hits a 19-year high as the country refuses to raise its interest rates.

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Richard Leakey - fossil expert, conservationist and politician

The achievements of Richard Leakey, who has died aged 77, were as remarkable as they were diverse.

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Newborn baby found in toilet bin of Air Mauritius plane

The mother and baby are doing well, after airport staff found the boy during a routine check.

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Hong Kong: Pro-democracy website Citizen News is latest to close

The pro-democracy news outlet's closure comes after police raided and arrested staff from Stand News.

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Israeli photographer captures unique bird spoon image

Wildlife photographer Albert Keshet said it was one of the most amazing pictures he had ever taken.

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Evergrande suspends shares in Hong Kong as firm tries to raise cash

The move comes as the indebted property developer struggles to raise cash to meet its obligations.

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Oxfam India says it's 'severely' hit by ban on foreign funds

The charity says a decision not to renew its licence will severely affect its humanitarian work.

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Ex-Australia teen cricketer accuses team official of rape

Police are investigating allegations around the Australian under-19s team's 1985 tour in India.

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Sunday, 2 January 2022

Twitter Permanently Suspends Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Account


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Sudan coup: Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns amid mass protests

Abdalla Hamdok's resignation comes weeks after he was reinstated by the military following a coup.

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Aoife Beary: Berkeley balcony collapse survivor dies, aged 27

The Irishwoman suffered serious injuries in a Californian balcony collapse that killed six students.

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When They Warn of Rare Disorders, These Prenatal Tests Are Usually Wrong


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In the footsteps of the women who escaped a Nazi death march

When Gwen Strauss' great-aunt revealed she had led nine women in an escape from a Nazi death march in 1945, Gwen decided to retrace their steps.

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Letter from Africa: Africa plays on in 2022 without its great referee

Joseph Warungu looks at what is in store for the African continent this coming year.

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21 People Rescued After a Freezing Night Stranded in Aerial Tram Cars


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2022 sporting calendar: Big events from Winter Olympics to the World Cup

The Winter Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Women's Euros and the men's World Cup are just some of the big events taking place in 2022.

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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

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Saturday, 1 January 2022

French car-burning returns for New Years' Eve

Car burning has become an annual event in French suburbs since riots hit several cities in 2005.

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Emma Raducanu withdraws Melbourne Summer Set after Covid-19 isolation

US Open champion Emma Raducanu withdraws from this week's Melbourne Summer Set, a warm-up event for the Australian Open.

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NBA: DeMar DeRozan scores buzzer-beating three-pointer as Chicago Bulls beat Indiana Pacers

DeMar DeRozan scores a buzzer-beating three-pointer to give the Chicago Bulls a 108-106 win at the Indiana Pacers in the NBA.

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Quiz: How well do you remember football in 2021?

Test your knowledge of football in 2021 by taking our quiz...

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Desmond Tutu funeral: Anti-apartheid campaigner remembered in Cape Town

The anti-apartheid campaigner and Nobel Peace Prize winner died last Sunday, aged 90.

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‘The Lost Daughter’ Review: The Parent Trap


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