China said last Saturday that nearly 60,000 people with COVID had died in hospitals between 8 December and 12 January.
The Fallacy of Tyranny: Playing a Lottery Where Everyone Loses
A new study blandly argues that attraction to tyranny is tied to a belief, usually misplaced, in direct personal benefit. …society’s portrayal of strong leaders as tough, often masculine, figures willing to do the dirty work of protecting the gro…
Ethiopia says talk of birr devaluation ‘completely unfounded’ – Al Jazeera English
Ethiopia says talk of birr devaluation ‘completely unfounded’ Al Jazeera EnglishEthiopia deputy finmin: rumour of FX devaluation “completely unfounded” ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News
Sophos Joins List of Cybersecurity Companies Cutting Staff
Sophos has confirmed reports that it’s laying off employees. The company joins several other major cybersecurity companies that have announced cutting staff over the past year.
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Russia opens criminal case against U.S. citizen accused of spying
“The American is suspected of collecting intelligence information in the biological sphere,” Russia’s FSB security service said.
Nawaz Sharif to return to Pakistan in February: Senior PML-N leaders
Pakistan’s deposed prime minister Nawaz Sharif is likely to return to the country next month to end his over three-year self-exile in the United Kingdom, some senior leaders of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) said on Thursday.Punjab province Gover…
Study: Big gap in carbon removal effort key to climate goals
Researchers say efforts to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere aren’t being scaled up fast enough and can’t be relied on to meet crucial climate goals.
Two killed and dozens hurt in stampede outside stadium ahead of Gulf Cup final
Iraq are set to play Oman in the competition’s final on Thursday
Rishi Sunak Snubs Pak-Origin MP Over BBC Documentary On PM Modi
Defending Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the British Parliament, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak distanced himself from the BBC documentary series, saying he “doesn’t agree with the characterization” of his Indian counterpart.