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Philippines buys 2 warships as S. China Sea tensions fester
Bloomberg News, Published on 28/12/2021
» The Philippines signed a deal to purchase two corvettes from Hyundai Heavy Industries Co Ltd, beefing up its defence capabilities in a region that has become more militarised due to competing claims in the South China Sea.
Yemen rebels announce temporary resumption of UN flights into Sanaa
AFP, Published on 28/12/2021
» SANAA - Yemen's Huthi rebels said Tuesday they have allowed the temporary resumption of UN aid flights into the capital Sanaa, a week after a halt due to Saudi-led coalition air strikes.
WHO warns of Omicron overload
AFP, Published on 28/12/2021
» The WHO warned Tuesday that the Omicron coronavirus variant could lead to overwhelmed healthcare systems even though early studies suggest it leads to milder disease, as China and Germany brought back tough restrictions to stamp out new infection surges.
Gunman kills 4 in Denver shooting spree, police say
New York Times, Published on 28/12/2021
» A gunman killed four people and wounded at least three others, including a police officer, during a series of shootings in the Denver area Monday, police said.
Omicron may cut Delta infections, study shows
Bloomberg News, Published on 28/12/2021
» Infection with the Omicron coronavirus variant can also strengthen immunity against the earlier delta strain, reducing the risk of severe disease, according to a paper released by South African scientists.
Bus services extended for NY travellers
Published on 28/12/2021
» The Transport Co expects to see a 30% rise in the number of passengers using its inter-provincial bus and van services over the New Year holiday. The average daily number is projected to be about 60,000 from Tuesday until next Thursday.
Somalia's Farmajo and Roble: leaders at loggerheads
AFP, Published on 28/12/2021
» MOGADISHU - When veteran diplomat Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed was elected president of Somalia in February 2017, supporters hoped he would provide stability in a failed state notorious for corruption and extremism.
South Africa court suspends Shell seismic survey plan
AFP, Published on 28/12/2021
» JOHANNESBURG - A South African court on Tuesday blocked Shell from using seismic waves to explore for oil and gas in the Indian Ocean, in a victory for environmentalists worried about the impact on whales and other species.
Ansell halts orders from Malaysian glove maker Brightway after US ban
Reuters, Published on 28/12/2021
» KUALA LUMPUR: Ansell Ltd has halted its orders to North America from Malaysian glove maker Brightway Group after US Customs banned the Malaysian group's products following allegations of forced labour practices, Ansell said.
Indonesia rejects Rohingya refugees, sends stricken boat to Malaysia
Reuters, Published on 28/12/2021
» Dozens of Rohingya refugees intercepted after their boat ran into trouble off the coast of Indonesia's Aceh province were being sent into Malaysian waters, authorities said on Tuesday.