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Myanmar in the dock
Asia focus, Published on 09/12/2019
» Tomorrow Myanmar embarks on the daunting task of defending itself against charges of genocide brought in the world's top judicial court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. But the focus on international legal issues has obscured another critical aspect of this crisis, the growing economic degradation of Rakhine, which is having an impact on the country as a whole.
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When tradition trumps reason
Asia focus, Erich Parpart, Published on 09/12/2019
» The senseless killing of animals is something that should be condemned not celebrated. But a notoriously bloody spectacle that went ahead last week in Nepal reminds us how difficult it can be to overturn centuries of "tradition".
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5 dead, many missing after New Zealand volcano erupts
Published on 09/12/2019
» WELLINGTON: A New Zealand volcanic island erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.
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Russia to discover sporting fate as WADA meets
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» LAUSANNE: Russia faces a four-year ban from international sporting competitions, including the Olympic Games, when the World Anti-Doping Agency hold a crucial meeting in Lausanne.
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Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» PARIS - Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday, in a much-anticipated summit in Paris.
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UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» LONDON - Britain's general election campaign enters its frenetic final stages on Monday, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn desperately seeking votes ahead of Thursday's crucial poll.
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Cagliari move fourth as AC Milan get back on track
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» MILAN - Daniele Ragatzu struck late as Cagliari snatched a 2-2 draw at Sassuolo to reclaim fourth spot in Serie A on Sunday, as AC Milan beat Bologna 3-2 to return to the top half of the table.
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EU budget rules need rethink, says new commissioner
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» FRANKFURT AM MAIN - The EU's new economy commissioner Paolo Gentiloni said the bloc should consider loosening its strict budget deficit rules to respond to climate risks and weak growth, echoing a similar call by French President Emmanuel Macron.
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Brazilian giants Cruzeiro relegated for first time
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» BELO HORIZONT, Brazil: Cruzeiro suffered relegation from Brazil's top flight for the first time in the club's 98-year history Sunday following a 2-0 home defeat by Palmeiras that triggered ugly scenes inside the ground.
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'Sesame Street' puppeteer Caroll Spinney -- aka Big Bird -- dies at 85
AFP, Published on 09/12/2019
» WASHINGTON: Puppeteer Caroll Spinney, who brought Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch to life on the iconic children's television show "Sesame Street" for half a century, died on Sunday at the age of 85.
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