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Over 21 Million New Covid Cases Reported Globally Last Week, Highest Weekly Tally Since Start of Pandemic: WHO
As of January 23 this year, over 346 million confirmed cases and over 5.5 million deaths have been reported in total.
Biden Administration Repeals Workplace Vaccine Mandate
The Biden administration regretted the repeal of the mandate and said that the mandate was 'grounded squarely in both science and the law'
Coast Guard Searching For 39 Missing People Off Florida
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for 39 people after a boat reportedly capsized on its way to Florida from the Bahamas.
Explainer-Germany Plans Vaccine Mandate Amid Qualms Over Rights
German lawmakers are due to debate introducing a bill making vaccination against COVID19 mandatory. The idea is facing resistance from politicians as well as ordinary Germans.
Two Senegalese Soldiers Killed, Nine Missing After Clash With Separatists
Two Senegalese soldiers were killed and nine were likely taken hostage when they went missing during fighting with separatist rebels in neighbouring Gambia, Senegal's army said on Tuesday.
Biden Threatens Putin With Sanctions If Russia Invades Ukraine
Western leaders stepped up preparations for any Russian military action in Ukraine on Tuesday, with talks taking place on protecting energy supplies and President Joe Biden saying he would consider imposing direct sanctions on President Vladimir Putin.
2014 US Open Finalist Kei Nishikori To Have Left Hip Surgery
Kei Nishikori, the 2014 U.S. Open runner-up, will have arthroscopic surgery on his left hip this week and be sidelined for about six months.
Researchers: Shark Attacks Increase After 3 Years Of Decline
Shark attacks increased around the world in 2021 following three consecutive years of decline, though beach closures in 2020 caused by the COVID19 pandemic could be making the numbers seem more dramatic than they are, officials said Monday.
6 Reported Killed In Stampede At African Cup Soccer Game
At least six people have died in a stampede outside a stadium hosting an African Cup of Nations soccer game in Cameroon, an official said Monday.
Germany Extends COVID Curbs As Infections Threaten Infrastructure
Germany on Monday extended its current pandemic measures as the experts panel appointed by the government has warned the fast spreading Omicron coronavirus variant could bring critical infrastructure in Europe's biggest economy to a breaking point.
Bills Add '13 Seconds' To History Of Heartbreaking Losses
After Wide Right" and Music City Miracle," the Buffalo Bills begin the offseason adding a new entry into their history of playoff heartbreak: 13 Seconds.
Burkina President Survives Assassination Attempt, His Whereabouts Uncertain
Roch Marc Kabore was the victim of an 'aborted assassination attempt', the People's Movement for Progress said in a statement
UK Scraps RT-PCR for Vaccinated Travellers; A List of Countries with No Restrictions for Jabbed Flyers
Fully vaccinated travelers will be able to enter Thailand under the Test and Go program if they undergo a RT-PCR test on arrival.
News Report: Australian Leader's WeChat Account Taken Over
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrisons account on Chineseowned social media platform WeChat was taken over and renamed, a newspaper reported on Monday.
Offurum Helps Mount St. Mary's Top Central Connecticut 65-50
Mezie Offurum posted 14 points and eight rebounds as Mount St. Mary's defeated Central Connecticut 6550 on Sunday.
Pipkins Leads Purdue Fort Wayne Over Youngstown St. 82-71
Jalon Pipkins had 19 points as Purdue Fort Wayne got past Youngstown State 8271 on Sunday.