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Thirsty birds struggle to survive in scorching Indian heat
AFP, Published on 06/05/2022
» AHMEDABAD (INDIA) - A volunteer scoops up a fledgling kite lying nearly immobile on a scorching Indian sidewalk as the relentless sun beats down on its feathers -- one of countless birds struggling to endure an unbearable heatwave.
Europe faces tougher virus curbs but Melbourne lifts lockdown
AFP, Published on 28/10/2020
» PARIS: People in France and Germany were bracing Wednesday for tough new curbs on their daily lives as Europe struggled to contain an alarming surge in coronavirus cases with winter looming.
Australia cheers end of Melbourne lockdown but virus ravages Europe, US
AFP, Published on 28/10/2020
» MELBOURNE: Champagne corks popped in Australia's second-biggest city as a months-long coronavirus lockdown ended on Wednesday, contrasting with deepening gloom in Europe where France and Germany were set to reintroduce curbs.
Millions queue to vote as India state election gets under way
AFP, Published on 28/10/2020
» PATNA, India: Millions of Indians turned out to cast ballots in a state election Wednesday in the world's biggest vote since the coronavirus emerged, with booths packed out and many ignoring government advice on wearing masks and social distancing.