October 24, 2020

Coronavirus: Top German doctor in hot water over mask comments

The head of Germany's peak medical body said he wasn't convinced that wearing non-medical cloth masks outdoors could combat coronavirus infection. His comments drew harsh criticism, and even a call for him…

4 years ago

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Floods kill 111 in central Vietnam, storm Saudel on the way

More than 100 people have died and 20 others are missing in central Vietnam following weeks of severe flooding and landslides, as the country braces for yet another storm this weekend.…

4 years ago

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COVID-19 vaccine update: Who are the frontrunners?

As the coronavirus continues its grip on the world, scientists across the globe are working to find a viable vaccine. Several candidates are in the final stages of testing, but researchers warn…

4 years ago

News·World

Danish submarine murderer Madsen caught after escaping prison

Danish police managed to recapture Peter Madsen, one the country's most notorious criminals after he fled prison. Madsen had been convicted of killing a Swedish journalist on a mini-submarine he designed himself.…

4 years ago

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Teaching in France: ‘I feel like I’m on the frontline of making kids better’

France is holding a national tribute to Samuel Paty, the history teacher murdered outside his school because of a class he gave on freedom of speech in which he showed cartoons of…

4 years ago

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US government files landmark anti-trust lawsuit against Google

The US Justice Department is suing Google, accusing the tech giant of running a monopoly on internet search markets, harming both consumers and competitors. As a remedy, the government is seeking "structural…

4 years ago

Science & Tech

Ivory Coast heads into crisis as opposition calls for election boycott

On October 31, Ivorians will elect a new leader. President Alassane Ouattara is running for a third controversial term. The opposition is urging supporters to shun the poll — a political crisis…

4 years ago

Africa·News

Taiwan, China trade barbs over violent altercation in Fiji

A violent altercation broke out between Chinese and Taiwanese diplomats at a Taiwan National Day celebration in Fiji. Taiwan said an official was hospitalized with a head injury after Chinese officials crashed…

4 years ago

News·World

Irish PM announces country’s return to coronavirus lockdown

Irish Prime minister Micheal Martin issues a nationwide "stay at home" order from midnight Wednesday. Ireland is the first EU country to re-enter lockdown, and will close non-essential retail businesses but keep…

4 years ago

News·World

Coronavirus: Homes for the elderly find ways to avoid lockdown

Retirement homes in Germany stopped allowing visitors on government orders early this year. Now, better equipment and more experience means residents will be allowed to see loved ones throughout the second COVID-19…

4 years ago

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October 24, 2020 - Page 2

Coronavirus: Top German doctor in hot water over mask comments

Floods kill 111 in central Vietnam, storm Saudel on the way

COVID-19 vaccine update: Who are the frontrunners?

Danish submarine murderer Madsen caught after escaping prison

Teaching in France: ‘I feel like I’m on the frontline of making kids better’

US government files landmark anti-trust lawsuit against Google

Ivory Coast heads into crisis as opposition calls for election boycott

Taiwan, China trade barbs over violent altercation in Fiji

Irish PM announces country’s return to coronavirus lockdown

Coronavirus: Homes for the elderly find ways to avoid lockdown

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