Special Desk A ‘limited lockdown’ will be imposed across the nation and all schools will remain closed as part of this phase of restrictions, French President has announced and ordered travel restrictions across France be imposed while non-essential shops around the country be closed for the next four weeks. Critics …
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Dozens killed in Myanmar
Special Desk They call it the deadliest day in Myanmar. Dozens of people were reportedly killed when security forces opened fire on the Armed Forces Day on Saturday. Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP) recorded at least 89 deaths that included children. The lethal crackdown came as protesters defied warnings …
Read More »Painting raises $62-m for children’s charities
Special Desk An artist took 8-months to give way to his creativity and it has earned $62m (£45m) for charity. The world’s largest painting, which was created by British artist Sacha Jafri, was sold for £45m to raise funds. Jafri spent eight months painting the 1,600 sq m (17,000 sq …
Read More »Australia’s most populous state hit by severe floods
Special Desk Australia has declared a natural disaster in large swaths of New South Wales (NSW) as heavy rains force thousands to evacuate. Local authorities are urging people not to drive through flooded areas as they could get easily swept away by the strong currents. Rains have been inundating communities, …
Read More »US and China trade barbs at Alaska
Special Desk IN the first high-level talks after Biden administration came to power, US and Chinese officials have exchanged sharp criticisms in Alaska. China said the US was exhibiting a “Cold War mentality,” and US said Beijing’s actions in Xinjiang, Hong Kong and Taiwan were concerning. Top diplomats from both …
Read More »Kim Yo-jong criticises US and South Korea
Special Desk Kim Yo-jong, sister of the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has warned US as US president Joe Biden prepares to set out his Korean policy. In remarks on state media, Kim Yo-jong criticised the US and South Korea for conducting joint military exercises. Her comments come a day …
Read More »Facebook will pay for content in Australia
Special Desk Facebook will pay to Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp Australia for journalism. The deal comes weeks after Australia passed world-first law aimed at making tech platforms to pay for news content they use. Though News Corp has not disclosed the value of the three-year contract in Australia but the …
Read More »Nepal’s driver harassed in California
Woman sprayed pepper-spray on driver’s face Key accused woman arrested Special Desk Two women allegedly harassed a cab driver in California when he asked them to wear a mask while the ride was going on. Subhakar Khadka had immigrated to California seven years ago leaving his family in Nepal. He …
Read More »Protesters killed in Myanmar
China asks Myanmar to save Chinese factories Special Desk In what can be said a ‘blood day’, at least 14-protesters were reportedly killed in clashes in Myanmar’s Yangon city as politicians ousted by the military coup called for revolution. Security forces opened fire in Hlaing Tharyar where some protesters fought …
Read More »China’s plan to control HK elections
Special Desk IN a new move the China’s legislature has approved a resolution to overhaul Hong Kong’s electoral system. The latest Chinese move follows a series of measures that have tightened Beijing’s grip on Hong Kong, including the passing of a national security law and a crackdown on activists and …
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