Bolivia: protesters and police clash over detention of opposition leader
Clashes between protesters and security forces erupted on Tuesday in Santa Cruz over the detention of an opposition leader on terrorism charges.
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White House gun violence program with philanthropies ends
A little known Biden administration initiative to reduce gun violence that was funded by philanthropic foundations wrapped up in December with a celebration hosted in Washington.
Russia replaces commander of Ukraine war ‘General Armageddon’ after three months in job
Sergei Surovikin, nicknamed “General Armageddon”, has been removed from his role as head of Russia’s war in Ukraine only three months into the job.
Chasing win 81, skier Shiffrin leads slalom after 1st run
Mikaela Shiffrin dealt best with difficult course conditions to lead a women’s World Cup slalom after the first run in unseasonable warm weather.
Russia’s "unprofessional practices" made Ukraine strike more deadly: U.K.
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France suspends internet sales of paracetamol as stocks dwindle
The French government on Wednesday announced an immediate ban on the internet sale of all paracetamol-based painkillers, effective until the end of January. Paracetamol, particularly in forms suitable for children, has been in short supply for the pas…
Culture secretary ‘recommends dropping Channel 4 privatisation’
Michelle Donelan has reportedly written to PM saying ‘pursuing a sale at this point is not the right decision’The UK culture secretary has recommended the government drop its plans to privatise Channel 4, according to a leaked letter that suggests mini…
Can Ronaldo keep the eyes of the world on him in Saudi?
Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest coach spoke of his surprise as he looked out at a room filled with reporters.
Why other countries are imposing COVID travel restrictions on China
While there’s no clear evidence yet of a dangerous new variant emerging, cases are surging, and that carries risks for both China and the world.