Bangladesh will begin its COVID-19 vaccination campaign on Jan. 27, a senior health official said on Saturday. A nurse will be the first person to get the jab after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ... ( read original story ...)
AP PHOTOS: Marchers rehearse for India’s Republic Day parade
Wielding a sword and wearing a turban in the colors of his regiment, Indian army Maj. Piyush Sharma thundered, "Troops, prepare to march." On his order, the ... ( read original story ...)
Mike Pompeo accused China of committing ‘genocide,’ an international crime. Biden’s team agrees.
China relations for some time: the Biden campaign had said last year that China was committing genocide against the Uighurs; Blinken, Biden’s nominee for secretary of state, says he agrees. The ... ( read original story ...)
A year after Wuhan lockdown, China sees small rise in COVID-19 cases
China on Saturday reported more new cases of COVID-19 and the financial hub of Shanghai imposed new restrictions, as the country marked the anniversary of the world's first coronavirus lockdown in ... ( read original story ...)
China empowers coast guard to fire on foreign vessels
The law also authorizes the coast guard to demolish other countries' structures built on reefs and islands claimed by China. ( read original story ...)
China law empowers coast guard to use force amid disputes
China has authorized its coast guard to fire on foreign vessels and destroy structures on features it claims, potentially raising the possibility of clashes with regional maritime rivals ... ( read original story ...)
In Armenia, Human Capital Investments are the Key to Resilient Growth in the Era of COVID-19
At the same time, Armenia will need to support teachers with training and other tools to provide high-quality distance learning. Counselling, academic remediation, and financial incentives can help ... ( read original story ...)
Trump impeachment trial to begin week of February 8
Donald Trump's US Senate trial will begin in the second week of February, days after a fresh impeachment case against the former president is transmitted by the House, Senate Majority Leader Chuck ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Imposes City’s First Covid Lockdown in Kowloon Area
Hong Kong is locking down thousands of residents for the first time over the weekend to contain a worsening outbreak of the coronavirus. ( read original story ...)
‘Dubai entertainment ban may affect business but it’s the right move’
Hotel and restaurant managers have welcomed the Dubai authorities' decision to suspend live entertainment, saying that although it may affect footfall, "it is for the greater good".Dubai's Department ... ( read original story ...)