A magnitude 6.2 earthquake has struck about 219km (136.1miles) west-northwest of Pangai, Tonga, on Thursday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The earthquake was at a depth of 14.5km. The USGS has issued a green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses, however, there is a low likelihood of damage since there are reportedly […]
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Cardi B says she needs “a chat with” Meghan Markle after winning damages of $2.5 million in a lawsuit against a YouTuber. The Grammy award-winning rapper sued blogger Tasha K for defamation, invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress. © Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for MRC and Dominic Lipinski – WPA Pool/Getty Images Cardi B,
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Russia’s seizure of Crimea from Ukraine had its roots in a long history between the two former Soviet states. But it was a destabilized government and street protests in Kyiv in early 2014 that led to Russian President Vladimir Putin making his move. On March 21 that year, Putin signed legislation that completed the process
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — After spending two years in a strict lockdown because of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Korea may finally be opening up — slowly. The reason could reflect a growing sense of recognition by the leadership that the nation badly needs to win outside economic relief. The North’s tentative reopening is seen
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The International Olympic Committee said on Thursday that it has spoken with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai again and plans to meet her in Beijing during next month’s Winter Games. Peng, a former world number one in doubles, has been the subject of worldwide concern since alleging in November that she had been “forced” into
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(Reuters) -China has told the United States it wants to see all sides involved in Ukraine remain calm and avoid increasing tension while the United States stressed de-escalation and warned of the security and economic risks from Russian aggression. China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke about Ukraine on
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The emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani is expected to tell the US president, Joe Biden, that his country will provide some short-term emergency liquid gas to help replace any loss of supplies if Russia cuts off supplies to Germany. Qatar is looking to supply Europe through transferring excess supplies in storage in
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Cuban officials say more than 700 people who took part in anti-government protests last year have been charged with crimes including sedition, vandalism, theft and public disorder. © Getty Images Thousands joined rare anti-government protests across the island last JulyThe public prosecutor’s office said 172 people had already been tried and convicted, without giving details. Families
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One of MTN Uganda’s I.T Data centers (File Photo) MTN Uganda has emerged the best Performing Network following country-wide network tests conducted by Rohde & Schwarz, using an ETSI scoring method based on ITU-T and ETSI standards. MTN Uganda registered the highest points in both its data and voice services ahead of its competitors.
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(Reuters) – Portuguese manager Vitor Pereira said he still wants to take charge of Everton following the sacking of Rafa Benitez, despite a backlash from some supporters over his potential appointment and reports Frank Lampard is also in the hunt. © Reuters/COSTAS BALTAS Europa League – Group D – Olympiacos v Fenerbahce Everton dismissed Benitez this
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