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Putin briefs Macron, Modi and Raisi on Russia's military operation in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin held telephone conversations with leaders of France, India and Iran, following the start of Russia's "special military operation" in Uk

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Asia markets sink as tensions between Ukraine and Russia climb

Markets across Asia tumbled on Tuesday morning as tensions between Ukraine and Russia continued to escalate.Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 (N225) fell 2% in morning tradi

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Brazil storm death toll rises to 171

The death toll from torrential rains that triggered flash floods and landslides in the scenic Brazilian city of Petropolis has risen to 171, authorities said on Sunday.

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European and African leaders promise partnership to 'build common future'

A summit between European and African leaders has ended in Brussels with promises of a partnership to "build a common future."The two-day summit was the first meeting o

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Chinese aid for fighting COVID-19 arrives in Solomon Islands

Chinese aid for fighting COVID-19 arrived in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands on Friday, according to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Peopl

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China's large amphibious aircraft prototype the AG600 moves forward toward production

China is facilitating the development of the homegrown AG600 large amphibious aircraft, a key member of the country's "large aircraft family," according to the develope

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Wang Yi stresses deepening practical cooperation to promote China-Mexico relations

There are boundless opportunities and huge potential for practical cooperation between China and Mexico, said Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in a

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Jan. 6 committee subpoenas staffers, operatives who sought to send 'fake electors' to Congress

The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack on Tuesday issued six subpoenas to Trump campaign staffers and Republican operatives in several key b

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Israel becomes 1st country allowing drones to fly in civilian airspace: minister

Israel's Ministry of Transport and Road Safety announced on Wednesday the nation's first certification for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) to operate in civilian airs

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South African President delivers State of the Nation address, pledges to tackle poverty, unemployment and inequality

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged that his administration will focus on tackling poverty, unemployment and inequality, as well as continue its fight a

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Jan. 6 committee subpoenas Trump adviser Peter Navarro

The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday subpoenaed Trump White House official Peter Navarro for records and testimon

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China's top legislature slams U.S. bill with negative China content

The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, has voiced strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition to a U.S. bill containing negative content rel

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Second gentleman Doug Emhoff escorted out of DC high school because of 'security threat'

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff, attending an event at Dunbar High School in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, was escorted out of the room by a U.S. Secret Service agent beca

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COVID-19 disrupts health services in over 90% of countries: WHO

Disruptions in basic health services, such as vaccination programs and treatment of diseases like AIDS, were reported in 92 percent of 129 countries, a World Health Org

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Apple posted record holiday quarter sales despite supply constraints

Apple posted record revenue during the all-important holiday quarter even as it continued to grapple with supply chain shortages.The company on Thursday reported $123.9

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Nomination period for HKSAR chief race begins on February 20

The two-week nomination period for China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) chief executive race will begin on February 20.The Electoral Affairs Commissi

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Xi Jinping sends message of condolence to Tonga's king over volcano eruption

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday sent a message of condolence to Tonga's King Tupou VI over the severe disaster caused by the massive volcano eruption in the c