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Chinese delegation in Nepal for dialogue with rival NCP factions

Kallol Bhattacherjee

We will brief CPC delegation about recent upheavals: Karki

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Sri Lanka police apprehend 20,000 kg turmeric ‘smuggled from India’

Meera Srinivasan

Sri Lanka consumes an estimated 7,000 tonnes of turmeric annually, and nearly 5,000 tonnes were imported from India until COVID-19 struck the country.

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In this file photo, customs officials examine turmeric imported illegally into Sri Lanka at a warehouse in Colombo on December 14, 2020. (Photo for representation only)

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Syrian refugee camp burnt to ground in northern Lebanon

AP

Close to 375 people lived in the informal settlement.

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Syrian refugees salvaging belongings from the wreckage of their shelters at a camp set on fire overnight in the northern Lebanese town of Bhanine on December 27, 2020, following a fight between members of the camp and a local Lebanese family.

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Israel speeds vaccines, locks down in hope of March exit from pandemic

Such a pace could enable the vaccination of half of Israel’s 9 million population by the end of January.

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A medical worker prepares a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination, in Tel Aviv. File

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Chinese delegation in Nepal for dialogue with rival NCP factions

In this file photo, customs officials examine turmeric imported illegally into Sri Lanka at a warehouse in Colombo on December 14, 2020. (Photo for representation only)

Sri Lanka police apprehend 20,000 kg turmeric ‘smuggled from India’

Syrian refugees salvaging belongings from the wreckage of their shelters at a camp set on fire overnight in the northern Lebanese town of Bhanine on December 27, 2020, following a fight between members of the camp and a local Lebanese family.

Syrian refugee camp burnt to ground in northern Lebanon

A medical worker prepares a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination, in Tel Aviv. File

Israel speeds vaccines, locks down in hope of March exit from pandemic

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Investigators search a home in Nashville on December 26, 2020.

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Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh, the alleged mastermind behind Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl's abduction. File

Sindh Govt. not to release four accused in Daniel Pearl’s murder case

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Canada’s Ontario finds two cases of virus variant first seen in U.K. Reuters

The cases, identified in a couple in southern Ontario with no known travel history, exposure or high-risk contact, came as the province went into a lockdown.

101-year-old woman first German to be vaccinated against coronavirus: agency

COVID-19 pandemic will not be the last: WHO chief

U.K. scientists explore drug for COVID-19

EU begins vaccine rollout as new virus strain spreads

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South Asia

Chinese delegation in Nepal for dialogue with rival NCP factions
Kallol Bhattacherjee

Militants attack Pakistan checkpoint in Balochistan, killing 7 soldiers
PTI

Sri Lanka police apprehend 20,000 kg turmeric ‘smuggled from India’
Meera Srinivasan

Sindh Govt. not to release four accused in Daniel Pearl’s murder case
PTI

Europe

Canada’s Ontario finds two cases of virus variant first seen in U.K.
Reuters

101-year-old woman first German to be vaccinated against coronavirus: agency
Reuters

George Blake, the spy who betrayed U.K., dies
Reuters

EU, UK unveil vast trade pact set to enter force on Jan 1
AP

West Asia

Syrian refugee camp burnt to ground in northern Lebanon
AP

Israel speeds vaccines, locks down in hope of March exit from pandemic
Reuters

Netanyahu expects ties visit by Morocco to Israel next week
Reuters

Israeli jets strike Gaza after Palestinian militants fire rockets
AP

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Chinese delegation in Nepal for dialogue with rival NCP factions

Militants attack Pakistan checkpoint in Balochistan, killing 7 soldiers

Sri Lanka police apprehend 20,000 kg turmeric ‘smuggled from India’

Syrian refugee camp burnt to ground in northern Lebanon

Israel speeds vaccines, locks down in hope of March exit from pandemic

At least 7 killed in knife attack in northeastern China

China orders Ant Group to rectify businesses

Chinese regulators said that Ant Group lacked a sound governance mechanism, defied regulatory compliance requirements and engaged in regulatory arbitrage

Archaeologists uncover ancient street food shop in Pompeii

Traces of nearly 2,000-year-old food were found in some of the deep terra cotta jars containing hot food which the shopkeeper lowered into a counter with circular holes.

Nashville explosion investigation prompts FBI to search home

More than 24 hours after the explosion, a motive remained elusive as investigators worked round-the-clock to resolve unanswered questions.

Sindh Govt. not to release four accused in Daniel Pearl’s murder case

Govt. cites Supreme Court’s September 28 order stating the accused shall not be released before the next date of hearing.

Wars, instability pose vaccine challenges in poor nations

The violence is an extreme example of the difficulties many poor and developing countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America face as they tackle the monumental task of vaccinating their populations against COVID-19.

Protests keep up against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu as new election looms

The protesters have been gathering outside on Saturday Netanyahu's residence for months, slamming him for his handling of the pandemic and saying he cannot lead the country while under indictment for fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in three separate corruption cases.

Here’s a look at how social media fared in 2020

The year 2020 was crucial for Facebook and Twitter, testing the social networks' abilities to curb hate speech and misinformation. But have they been successful?

3 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Illinois bowling alley

A “person of interest” taken into custody, says Rockford Police Chief

Niger heads to polls in search of first democratic transition

A peaceful transfer of power would be a milestone for Niger,which has experienced four coups since gaining independence from France in 1960

Mali army says dozen alleged jihadists killed in attack

Mali has been struggling to contain a jihadist insurgency that first emerged in the north of the country in 2012, and has since spread to the centre of the country and neighbouring Burkina Faso and Niger.

Hong Kong florist helps prisoners send Christmas gifts

More than 10,000 people in Hong Kong have been arrested and thousands prosecuted for joining the massive, often violent pro-democracy protests.

Ever-present Boko Haram threat casts shadow in Niger

Residents live in a state of siege, frightened and struggling with the economic impact of the Islamist threat.

Canada’s Ontario finds two cases of virus variant first seen in U.K.

The cases, identified in a couple in southern Ontario with no known travel history, exposure or high-risk contact, came as the province went into a lockdown.

Venezuela’s opposition-held Congress extends term after disputed vote

The South American country’s four main opposition parties boycotted the parliamentary vote, arguing conditions for a free and fair election were not met.

Sudan taking control of land on border with Ethiopia -minister

Tensions in the border region have flared since the outbreak of conflict in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region in early November and the arrival of more than 50,000 mainly Tigrayan refugees in eastern Sudan.

101-year-old woman first German to be vaccinated against coronavirus: agency

The woman, from Halberstadt in the Harz hill range, lives in a care home for elderly people, where 40 residents as well as 11 staff were vaccinated, MDR reported.

COVID-19 pandemic will not be the last: WHO chief

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus also condemned the “dangerously short-sighted” cycle of throwing cash at outbreaks but doing nothing to prepare for the next one.

Netanyahu expects ties visit by Morocco to Israel next week

Morocco has followed the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Sudan in moving to normalize relations with Israel.

Three UN peacekeepers killed in Central Africa ahead of national polls

The news came after a rebel coalition called off a ceasefire and said it would resume its march on the capital, as well as the arrival of troops from Russia and Rwanda to shore up the government of the resource-rich country.

Biden warns of ‘devastating consequences’ of Trump block on pandemic relief

Mr. Trump threw a long-awaited pandemic aid package into doubt last week as millions of Americans prepared to lose benefits and face eviction — demanding lawmakers more than triple the $600 direct payments to U.S. taxpayers.

Hundreds of migrants freezing in heavy snow in Bosnia camp

Migrants at the Lipa camp in northwest Bosnia wrapped themselves in blankets and sleeping bags to protect against the biting winds in the region, which borders European Union member Croatia.

Blackwater | Mercenaries from America

Despite convictions and controversies, the security firm remains powerful in U.S.

Alibaba | Close sesame for China’s Internet giant

The ruling Communist Party of China takes aim at the tech conglomerate and its charismatic founder, Jack Ma

Judge delays execution of woman on death row

‘No rescheduling while stay in place’

George Blake, the spy who betrayed U.K., dies

He exposed hundreds of Western agents

Millions in U.S. lose benefits as Trump refuses to sign aid Bill

The Bill provides $892 bn in much needed coronavirus relief

U.K. scientists explore drug for COVID-19

Scientists in the U.K. have begun trials of innovative antibody drug treatments that they hope could provide instant protection against COVID-19.The

EU begins vaccine rollout as new virus strain spreads

It is the result of coordinated effort by all 27 member States

EU, UK unveil vast trade pact set to enter force on Jan 1

EU member countries are expected to endorse the agreement over the course of next week.

China to send top-ranking CPC leader to fix situation in Nepal

China will send a four-member team led by a vice minister of the Chinese Communist Party to Kathmandu.

A Sudan in transition presents first-ever film for Oscars

It has won at least two dozen awards at film festivals around the world including Venice.

Queen Elizabeth references Diwali, Vaisakhi and Eid in Christmas message

The Queen called for tolerance and mutual respect and reminded people of the contribution made to national life by people of many faiths and backgrounds.

Oli govt. recommends calling winter session of Upper House on January 1

A Cabinet meeting decided to recommend that the President summon the winter session of the National Assembly on Jan. 1, Hridayesh Tripathi, who has been made Minister for Health, told ‘Kathmandu Post’

Series of explosions target police in Kabul; at least 2 dead

The latest attacks came as Taliban and Afghan government negotiators held talks in Qatar.

Israeli jets strike Gaza after Palestinian militants fire rockets

The airstrike targets included rocket manufacturing facility and training and military posts belonging to Hamas, the militant group ruling Gaza, according to the military

4 arrested in Mexico crash that killed current, ex-governor

The Agusta 109 helicopter crashed in flames 10 minutes after takeoff on Dec. 24, 2018

Russia opens criminal case against Navalny’s ally Sobol

Agencies accuse her of trespassing into home of ‘FSB agent’.

Coronavirus | U.S. to require negative COVID-19 test for U.K. arrivals

Travellers need to provide results to the airline before trip.

Trump loses Wisconsin lawsuit

President should have challenged the state’s election laws before polls: court

Explosion rocks downtown Nashville

Buildings shook in the immediate area and beyond after a loud boom was heard

Coronavirus | A Christmas celebrated under the pandemic’s shadow

Pope Francis appealed to people to show ‘fraternity’; churches in South Korea have ignited clusters of infections in densely populated Seoul

Killing of unarmed Black man sparks fresh outrage in U.S.

Officer’s violation cost an innocent man his life: police chief

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