Sharjah residential tower fire wounded dozen
Sharjah residential tower fire wounded at least 12 people while authorities gave no cause for the blaze, which smouldered into…
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US President denies role in what Venezuela says was ‘mercenary’ incursion
US President denied any involvement by the U.S. government in what Venezuelan officials have called a failed armed incursion in…
Scottish schools reopening too early could ‘overwhelm’ NHS
Scottish primary schools fully reopening would “most likely” see the NHS overwhelmed by coronavirus within two months, Nicola Sturgeon has…
German top court ruling on bond purchases sparks worries over EU resilience
German top court (Federal Court of Justice) rules country’s central bank must justify bond-buying under European Central Bank stimulus scheme.
Britain to recommend sweeping changes to workplaces after lockdown
Britain will recommend a wide range of changes to how people organise their working lives when the coronavirus lockdown is…
US Supreme Court begins historic session with arguments broadcast live
US Supreme Court begins historic session with live broadcast of teleconference arguments, after delays due to coronavirus.
Cuba called gun assault on its Washington embassy terrorism
Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel called a gun assault last week on its embassy in Washington a “terrorist attack”, while Police…
British govt had contingency plan for PM Johnson’s death
British government had a contingency plan for Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s death as he battled COVID-19 in intensive care last…
Trump adviser says additional stimulus package might not be necessary
Trump economic adviser said that coronavirus relief legislation might not be necessary, as Democrats push for Congress to provide more…
Supreme Court in Israel discusses Netanyahu’s fate
Supreme Court in Israel began a two-day hearing to determine whether Netanyahu’s indictment on criminal charges disqualifies him from forming…
New infections jumped by almost 10,000 in Russia
New infections jumped by 9,623 to 124,054 cases in last 24 hours as Russian authorities mull tighter restrictions on movement.
Japanese govt to fast-track review of anti-viral drug remdesivir
Japanese govt will fast-track a review of Gilead Sciences Inc’s antiviral drug remdesivir so that it can hopefully be approved…
Covid 19 exposes UK low-wage essential workers to exploitation
Covid 19 exposes people working in United Kingdom vulnerable sectors falling through cracks of government rescue packages.
Italian PM Giuseppe Conte apologies over long welfare delays
Italian PM Conte apologised to millions of struggling Italians who have yet to receive long-promised financial aid meant to help…
Malta plans to not let migrant ship dock, awaits EU deal
Malta plans to keep 57 rescued migrants aboard a private ship anchored just outside territorial waters until the EU finds…
France wants commuters to get on their bikes when lockdown ends
France wants people to ditch their cars and use their bicycles for commuting when the coronavirus lockdown ends, according to…
European Commission started new legal case against Poland over muzzling judges
European Commission started new legal case and gave Poland two months to address concerns about controversial law introduced earlier this…
Chinese embassy accuses Australia of ‘petty tricks’ in Pandemic dispute
Chinese embassy has accused Australia of “petty tricks” in an intensifying dispute over Canberra’s push for an international inquiry into…
Catalan separatists use Covid19 crisis as a fresh motive to argue for independence
Catalan separatists are using Covid19 crisis as a fresh motive to argue for independence from Spain,Some says coronavirus could have…
Former Saudi spymaster lashes out at Muslim Brotherhood
Former chief of the Saudi intelligence service Prince Turki Al Faisal has lashed out against the Muslim Brotherhood, accusing them…
United States to recognise annexation of occupied West Bank
United States has decided to recognise annexation of occupied West Bank while Palestinians have expressed outrage at Israel’s annexation plans.
Countries from Italy to New Zealand prise open lockdowns,but UK doesn’t budge
Countries from Italy to New Zealand have announced the easing of coronavirus lockdowns but British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, back…