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Maskless World Cup scenes spark anger in zero-Covid China

Images of maskless crowds at the World Cup in Qatar have sparked anger in China, where people worn out by harsh Covid-19 restrictions are questioning their government's exceptional approach while the rest of the world lives alongside the virus.. An open letter questioning the country's Covid-19 policies and asking if China was "on the same planet" as Qatar spread on the popular WeChat messaging app on Tuesday, before censors removed it from the platform.

Wed, Nov 23, 2022 1 mins read

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Taiwan's newest party wants to make mahjong great again

As Taiwan hurtles towards becoming a "super-aged" society, a new political party has emerged with an unusual and somewhat singular platform -- making mahjong great again.. "Taiwan is an ageing society with more and more senior citizens, especially in remote areas, and they mostly stay at home watching TV," Kuo said.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 3 mins read

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In US, inflation sparks tough Thanksgiving meal sacrifices

Sandra White normally has turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.. - 'Had to really cut back' - The turkey is not the only component of a classic Thanksgiving meal that is more pricey.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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Medical community frets over fate of Twitter

For days, doctors, scientists and public health experts have been telling their Twitter followers where to find them on other platforms if Elon Musk's newly-acquired company tanks.. That would be a deep loss for medical experts, who have used Twitter since the start of the Covid pandemic as a tool to quickly gather information, share their research, communicate public health messages and forge new collaborations.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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In final briefing, Fauci urges Americans to get vaccinated

True to form, America's outgoing top infectious disease official, Anthony Fauci, used what may be his final White House appearance Tuesday to convey a simple message.. Reflecting on his time helming America's fight against Covid, Fauci admitted the government could have done a better job at conveying uncertainty early on in the pandemic when advice changed fast.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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'A bucket of ice water': Argentina cries after World Cup defeat

Gasps gave way to stony expressions of disbelief, and then tears, as Argentina fans gathered in Buenos Aires watched the humiliation of their football team unfold at the World Cup in Qatar.. But Buenos Aires quickly resumed its normal hustle and bustle as desolate fans headed to their offices.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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UK says monkeypox vaccine is '78% effective'

UK public health officials on Tuesday said the monkeypox vaccine was 78 percent effective, urging men who have sex with men to take up the jab.. The UK Health Security Agency said its latest analysis "gives an estimate of vaccine effectiveness for a single dose of 78 percent 14 or more days after vaccination".

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 1 mins read

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S. Africa's Ramaphosa starts Charles III's first state visit as king

King Charles III on Tuesday welcomed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to London for the first state visit of his reign, with climate change, trade and the Commonwealth expected to be on the agenda.. As well as trade, climate change and Charles's vision for the Commonwealth are also expected to be discussed during the visit.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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'Stop killing us': anger and hope at LGBTQ club vigil

There were tears, hugs, anger and some smiles at a park in Colorado Springs on Monday, when hundreds gathered to pay tribute to the victims of a murderous gunman who stormed an LGBTQ club.. Many gave testimony about how they had found the loving support they needed to become comfortable with their identity through the tight-knit LGBTQ community in Colorado Springs, and particularly at Club Q. And it was that loving support that several speakers said they wanted to channel in the wake of the tragedy.

Tue, Nov 22, 2022 2 mins read

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'Stop killing us': anger and hope at LGBTQ club vigil

There were tears, hugs, anger and some smiles at a park in Colorado Springs on Monday, when hundreds gathered to pay tribute to the victims of a murderous gunman who stormed an LGBTQ club.. Many gave testimony about how they had found the loving support they needed to become comfortable with their identity through the tight-knit LGBTQ community in Colorado Springs, and particularly at Club Q. And it was that loving support that several speakers said they wanted to channel in the wake of the tragedy.

Mon, Nov 21, 2022 2 mins read