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U.S. President-elect Joe Biden picks familiar faces for top roles at FEMA, CIA

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The picks include Deanne Criswell and David Cohen, along with a trio of other new nominations.

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Deanne Criswell.

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Russia withdraws from Open Skies Treaty after U.S. departure

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Moscow's proposals to keep the treaty alive after the U.S. exit have been cold-shouldered by Washington's allies, says the Russia's Foreign Ministry

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Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. File.

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At least 34 dead as Indonesia quake topples homes, buildings

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More than 600 people were injured during the magnitude 6.2 quake, which sent people fleeing their homes in the darkness

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Rescuers search for survivors among the ruin of a building damaged by an earthquake in Mamuju, West Sulawesi, Indonesia on January 15, 2021

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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Nepalese counterpart Gyawali

The talks are taking place under the framework of the Indo-Nepal joint commission meeting, officials said.

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Nepal Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali. File

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Deanne Criswell.

U.S. President-elect Joe Biden picks familiar faces for top roles at FEMA, CIA

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. File.

Russia withdraws from Open Skies Treaty after U.S. departure

Rescuers search for survivors among the ruin of a building damaged by an earthquake in Mamuju, West Sulawesi, Indonesia on January 15, 2021

At least 34 dead as Indonesia quake topples homes, buildings

Nepal Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali. File

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Nepalese counterpart Gyawali

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The Russian pipe-laying ship "Fortuna" is seen in the Mecklenburg Bay ahead of the resumption of Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline construction near Insel Poel, Germany, on January 14, 2021.

Germany approves resuming Russia gas pipeline work

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Haiti's President Jovenel Moise. File

Haiti braces for unrest as opposition demands new president

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COVID-19

A medical worker shows the box for a coronavirus vaccine to a patient at a vaccination facility in Beijing, Friday.

China COVID-19 vaccinations gather momentum as outbreaks spread Reuters

Sporadic cases in December have since spread to multiple provinces, forcing the lockdown of a handful of cities reminiscent of Wuhan in 2020.

Germany passes 2 million mark for COVID cases

Oxygen shortage in Amazon city forces mass patient transfer

Pope Francis, ex Pope Benedict get Covid-19 vaccine

13 WHO scientists arrive in Wuhan to probe COVID-19 origins; 2 barred after testing positive

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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Nepalese counterpart Gyawali
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Crematorium for Hindus, Sikhs inaugurated in Lahore
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Nepal Foreign Minister embarks on three-day India visit
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Europe

Germany passes 2 million mark for COVID cases
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Germany approves resuming Russia gas pipeline work
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Bodies pile up at crematorium in Germany’s virus hot spot
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Pak temple attack: British Hindus seek Boris Johnson’s intervention
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West Asia

US rejects UN plea to reverse Yemen rebel terror designation
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57 killed in deadliest Israeli strikes on Syria in years
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Israelis hold dawn protest over PM's corruption trial
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Kuwait’s government quits, deepening political deadlock
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China COVID-19 vaccinations gather momentum as outbreaks spread

Russia withdraws from Open Skies Treaty after U.S. departure

U.S. President-elect Joe Biden picks familiar faces for top roles at FEMA, CIA

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Nepalese counterpart Gyawali

Germany passes 2 million mark for COVID cases

Germany approves resuming Russia gas pipeline work

Hong Kong censorship debate grows as internet firm says can block “illegal acts”

The moves came just days after the arrest of over 50 pro-democracy activists, and sources have told Reuters that China is planning a further crackdown.

North Korea holds huge military parade as Kim vows nuclear might

KCNA said the parade featured other missiles capable of “thoroughly annihilating enemies in a pre-emptive way outside (our) territory.”

Haiti braces for unrest as opposition demands new president

Flying rocks. Burning tires. Acrid smoke. Deadly gunfire.Haiti braced for a fresh round of widespread protests starting Friday, with opposition

At least 34 dead as Indonesia quake topples homes, buildings

More than 600 people were injured during the magnitude 6.2 quake, which sent people fleeing their homes in the darkness

More than 100 individuals arrested for Capitol Hill riots, says FBI

The violence on January 6 by outgoing President Donald Trump's supporters temporarily halted the counting of Electoral College votes and resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including a police officer.

US rejects UN plea to reverse Yemen rebel terror designation

The US deputy ambassador told the Security Council the U.S. has listened to warnings of the terrorist designation's humanitarian impact and will take measures to reduce the impact on aid deliveries and commercial imports.

Rare sedition charge gains interest after Capitol attack

Applications of the law making it a crime to conspire to overthrow or forcefully destroy the government of the United States have been scant. But its use is being considered against the mob that killed a police officer and rampaged through the U.S. Capitol last week.

Biden announces USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan to revive US economy

The relief package includes USD 415 billion focused on combating the COVID-19 pandemic, over USD 1 trillion in direct aid to individuals and families and USD 440 billion in assistance to businesses

U.S. blacklists Xiaomi, CNOOC, Skyrizon, raising heat on China

U.S. investors will have to divest their stakes in Chinese companies on the military list by November this year.

Crematorium for Hindus, Sikhs inaugurated in Lahore

Built at a cost of ₹16 million, the crematorium is located on the banks of river Ravi.

Indian-American Garima Verma named digital director in Office of the First Lady

Biden also announced additional members to the Office of the First Lady, picking Rory Brosius to be the new executive director of the Joining Forces initiative

Morning Digest: PM Modi to launch COVID-19 vaccination drive on Jan. 16; farmers to attend 9th round of talks with govt without ‘much hope’, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day

Deputy Defence chief to be temporary acting DOD Secretary

Deputy Defense Secretary David Norquist has been asked to serve as the acting Secretary of Defence for President-elect Joe Biden until a permanent

U.S. imposes new sanction on Beijing over South China Sea

The penalties are yet another Trump administration move that may make President-elect Joe Biden’s diplomacy with China more difficult when he takes office next week

Doctor Harold Bornstein who backed Donald Trump’s health boasts dies at age 73

Dr. Harold N Bornstein, the physician who once declared that Donald Trump would be “the healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency” died

Oxygen shortage in Amazon city forces mass patient transfer

Patients in overloaded hospitals waited in despair throughout the day on Thursday as oxygen cylinders arrived to save some, but came too late for others

President-elect Joe Biden unveiling $1.9T plan to stem virus and steady economy

Called the “American Rescue Plan,” the legislative proposal would meet Joe Biden’s goal of administering 100 million vaccines by the 100th day of his administration

Hot again: 2020 sets yet another global temperature record

While NASA and a couple of other measurement groups said 2020 passed or essentially tied 2016 as the hottest year on record, more agencies, including the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, said last year came in a close second or third.

Locked-down Tunisia marks decade since dictator’s fall

In 2011, the world’s eyes were on the Mediterranean country where mass protests had broken out following the self-immolation of the desperate young street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi.

Tintin comic book art breaks auction record at $3.1 million

A Tintin drawing by the Belgian artist Herge sold on January 14 in Paris for €2.6 million ($3.1 million), breaking the record for the most expensive

Lady Gaga to sing national anthem at Biden’s inauguration

Jennifer Lopez will also give a musical performance on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol when he is sworn in as the nation's 46th president next Wednesday.

Nepal Foreign Minister embarks on three-day India visit

During the meeting, the two countries are scheduled to hold discussions on various issues including bilateral trade, energy, border disputes and COVID-19 assistance.

Hong Kong internet firm blocked website over security law

A Hong Kong internet service provider on Thursday said it had blocked access to a pro-democracy website to comply with the city’s national security

Pope Francis, ex Pope Benedict get Covid-19 vaccine

Both Pope Francis and ex-Pope Benedict have received the first dose of a vaccine against coronavirus, the Vatican said on Thursday.The 84-year-old

13 WHO scientists arrive in Wuhan to probe COVID-19 origins; 2 barred after testing positive

Thirteen international experts of the World Health Organisation (WHO) arrived in Wuhan on Thursday for the long-awaited probe into the origins of the

World’s oldest known cave painting found in Indonesia

The cave painting uncovered in South Sulawesi consists of a figurative depiction of a warty pig, a wild boar that is endemic to this Indonesian island.

Expecting trouble, DC locks down a week before inauguration

There were no cars or scooters and seemingly no tourists on Wednesday, just the occasional jogger and multiple construction crews at work.

South Korean court confirms 20-year term for ex-president Park

The ruling means Park, who was ousted from office and arrested in 2017, potentially serves a combined 22 years behind bars, following a separate conviction for illegally meddling in her party's candidate nominations ahead of parliamentary elections in 2016.

Australia to kill the racing pigeon that crossed Pacific from Oregon

Experts suspect the pigeon hitched a ride on a cargo ship to cross the Pacific.

Biden hopes Senate will conduct Trump’s impeachment trial while working on other critical issues

Terming last week’s violence at the U.S. Capitol a planned criminal act, President-elect Joe Biden has expressed hope that the Senate will be able to

Immigration agency leader resigns, only weeks in office

Jonathan Fahey’s announcement surprised employees.

Morning Digest: Donald Trump becomes first U.S. President to be impeached twice, new Parliament construction work likely to start on today, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day

In Oval Office video, Trump unequivocally condemns Capitol Hill violence

Donald Trump said that he has directed federal agencies to use all necessary resources to maintain order in Washington DC.

Nigerian diplomat's family sues Boeing over 737 Max crash

The family of a longtime Nigerian diplomat killed in the 2019 crash of a Boeing 737 Max in Ethiopia has joined litigation against the company in U.S.

Department of Defence ensuring smooth transition of power, says top Pentagon official

The U.S. Department of Defence (DOD) is ensuring a smooth transition of power, a top Indian-American official at the Pentagon said, and asserted it

Donald Trump becomes first U.S. President to be impeached twice

With the Capitol secured by armed National Guard troops inside and out, the House voted 232-197 to impeach Donald Trump

Sri Lanka reports 'new U.K.-variant' of COVID-19

A team of scientists at the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura confirmed detection of the new variant of the novel Coronavirus

Coronavirus | U.S. makes negative COVID-19 test mandatory for all arrivals

The U.S. remains the worst-affected country, with around 3,80,000 dead.

Adani Group to invest in Colombo Port terminal, says Gotabaya

East Container Terminal will not be sold or leased, Sri Lanka President assures worker unions.

Analysis | Indo-Pacific document highlights Trump’s mixed China legacy

While the Trump administration did succeed in expanding security cooperation, its economic aspirations, as well as building a broader coalition, remain, at best, works-in-progress.

Coronavirus | Vladimir Putin says Russia to start mass vaccinations next week

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova told Putin during the meeting that Russia was ready to launch the mass vaccination from Monday

Japan widens virus emergency for 7 more areas as cases surge

Japan expanded a coronavirus state of emergency for seven more prefectures Wednesday, affecting more than half the population amid a surge in

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