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UN human rights chief ‘appalled’ at Iran execution, questions trial process and verdict

TestHostEntryDecember 15, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 15, 2020June 3, 2022

Iran’s decision to hang media activist Ruhollah Zam on Saturday was an appalling violation of human rights that followed a deeply flawed trial process, UN High Commissioner...

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“Absolutely Delighted”: UK PM Boris Johnson Will Be Republic Day Chief Guest

TestHostEntryDecember 15, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 15, 2020June 3, 2022

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has accepted India’s “very generous” invite to be the Republic Day chief guest at next month’s celebrations in Delhi, UK’s...

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Confirmed! Joe Biden Bags 306 Electoral College Votes, Trump Wins Only 232

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

In Monday’s voting, Biden received 306 votes while Trump received 232 votes. However, formal announcement will be made on January 6. Washington DC| Joe...

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UN chief calls for immediate release of abducted children in Nigeria

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

The United Nations Secretary-General has called for the “immediate and unconditional” release of hundreds of boys, abducted by suspected bandits, after an attack on their...

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Water, hygiene woes at health facilities putting lives at risk: UN report

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

Lack of basic water and sanitation services at health facilities has put about 1.8 billion health workers and patients at higher risk of COVID-19 and...

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The Handmaid’s Tale: making a drama out of a crisis

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

The Handmaid’s Tale, a critically acclaimed television series which has won 38 Emmy awards, may be about a fictional “alternative reality”, but the show’s creators...

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“Troops Fought With Utmost Bravery, Forced PLA To Go Back”: Rajnath Singh

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

Mr Singh said the “unprovoked aggression” on India”s Himalayan frontiers is a reminder of how the world is changing and how existing agreements are being...

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“Next Four To Six Months Could Be Worst Of Covid-19 Pandemic”: Bill Gates

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

Mr Gates offered up some “bad news” for those feeling optimistic over the arrival of a vaccine in the US and other countries. In a...

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Facebook Ignored Bajrang Dal’s Hate Speech To Protect Business, Staff: WSJ Report

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

According to a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report on Sunday, Facebook allowed Bajrang Dal to thrive on the social network out of political and safety...

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New Zealand Free of COVID-19, PM Jacinda Ardern Lifts All The Restrictions

TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

by TestHostEntryDecember 14, 2020June 3, 2022

According to the new rules, there is no need to follow social distancing in New Zealand. However, the country’s borders will remain closed for foreigners....