Biden signs orders to end ‘Muslim ban’, rejoin Paris climate deal
Just hours into his presidency, Joe Biden signs string of executive actions reversing key Trump administration policies. (This story has
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End of Merkel era begins as German CDU picks new party leader
Close race expected as more than 1,000 delegates are set to pick a new Christian Conservative leader on Saturday. (This
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Brazil’s Amazonas state running out of oxygen amid COVID surge
Brazilian Health Minister Eduardo Pazuello said the hospital system in the city of Manaus is collapsing. (This story has been
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New COVID-19 lockdowns imperil global economy’s recovery
Vaccine roll-outs have been a major reason for investors’ rosy outlook, but concerns about mutant strains continue. (This story has
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Brazil trial finds efficacy of Sinovac vaccine at 50.4 percent
Efficacy rate of China-developed product barely sufficient to secure regulatory approval. (This story has been published from Al Jazeera feed,
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Trump approves state of emergency declaration in US capital
Order authorises federal assistance in Washington, DC after officials warned of threats ahead of Joe Biden inauguration. (This story has
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Washington, DC mayor wants tighter security at Biden inauguration
Request comes as US lawmakers raise concerns about ongoing threat of violence after deadly Capitol Hill riot. (This story has
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Pompeo lifts curbs on official US contacts with Taiwan
The announcement comes before a planned trip to Taiwan by the US ambassador to the UN that has drawn anger
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Donald Trump’s statement after Capital riot: Full transcript
US President Donald Trump addresses the nation a day after crowds of his supportes attacked the US Capitol. (This story
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Twitter permanently suspends Trump’s account
Social media platform says Trump’s account suspended due to risk of ‘further incitement of violence’. (This story has been published
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