December 2021 - The News Highlights

    • Friday, December 31, 2021


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    Thousands of flights have been cancelled this week due to winter storms and COVID-19-related staffing shortages.

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    The move is part of a diplomatic shift as a growing number of Arab countries revive ties with President Bashar al-Assad.

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    The verdict is a major setback for the pharmaceutical company facing thousands of lawsuits across the United States.

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    Thursday, December 30, 2021

    Chinese ride-hailing firm reports 1.7 percent decline in third-quarter revenue amid heavy scrutiny from Beijing.

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    Jury deliberations in Maxwell's sex trafficking trial could run through the New Year's holidays, US judge warns.

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    Interior minister says plot to smuggle Captagon pills from Lebanon foiled, amid a diplomatic rift with Gulf countries.

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    This year has shown that governance guided only by ideology without any concern for moral outcomes is dangerous.

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    US and Russian presidents will discuss 'upcoming diplomatic engagements' amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine.

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    Wednesday, December 29, 2021

    Case against four members of far-right group is focus of the US Justice Department's sprawling probe into Capitol riot.

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    The ban, which will be in place until March 6, will free up 209 megawatts of power for household consumption.

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    The United Democratic Party said the election campaign had been tainted by corruption and bribery.

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    France reports nearly 180,000 new COVID-19 cases, while UK confirms 129,471 new infections.

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    Tuesday, December 28, 2021

    Michel Aoun calls political paralysis in the government 'deliberate and systematic' amid unprecedented economic crisis.

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    West Texas Intermediate futures closed 2.4% higher on Monday, trading above $75 a barrel for the first time in a month.

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    Parliamentary committee recommends laying out 'a new, realistic and applicable roadmap' rather than fixing new dates.

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    Syrian foreign ministry calls Israeli move to double number of settlers in annexed region 'dangerous and unprecedented'.

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    For the fourth year running, The Stream upholds our pledge to amplify women's voices.

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    Whether Caracas can continue to ramp up production in 2022 is unclear.

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    Nearly five million sign clemency petition for driver whose truck crashed in US Rocky Mountains in 2019, killing four.

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    US president warns Omicron-linked surge in cases could strain hospitals, especially in areas with low vaccination rates.

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    The world's largest and most advanced space telescope is launched in the first such trip in decades.

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    US president approves $777.7bn defence bill after Congress passed it overwhelmingly amid protests from progressives.

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    Monday, December 27, 2021


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    Beijing’s crackdown on real estate, tech and education has shown it dictates the terms to private businesses.

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    The United Nations calls for 'thorough and transparent investigation' into the incident that killed at least 35 people.

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    Afghanistan authorities say women must be accompanied by a close male relative if travelling more than 72km.

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    Sunday, December 26, 2021

    At least six people killed as suicide bomber strikes restaurant in Beni city near the DRC's eastern border with Uganda.

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    Truth and reconciliation commission says the former leader was responsible for a spree of killings, torture and rapes.

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    Save the Children says two of its staff are missing and their private vehicle was among several that were found burned.

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    Thousands of residents in Bosaso have fled amid fighting between two rival factions of security forces, official says.

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    Indian leader says healthcare and front-line workers and those above 60 with comorbidities to receive booster vaccine.

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    Saturday, December 25, 2021

    Amid conflicting rulings in the lower courts, the top US court is set to hear case on vaccine mandates early next year.

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    Louai al-Yasseri's resignation follows harsh criticism from prominent Shia leader Moqtada Sadr.

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    Survey by RSF and Afghan Independent Journalists Association says 60 percent of journalists are now unemployed.

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    Friday, December 24, 2021

    Kimberly Potter fatally shot 20-year-old Wright near Minneapolis in April, fuelling racial justice protests.

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    Former US president argues White House files related to the Capitol insurrection are protected by 'executive privilege'.

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    Caution from London comes as Putin calls for an 'immediate response' from Kyiv's Western allies over security demands.

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    Thursday, December 23, 2021

    'We are in for some even tougher times ahead,' Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said on Wednesday.

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    WHO chief Tedros insists priority remains getting vaccines to unvaccinated and vulnerable people everywhere.

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    Poland says the EU's decision reflects a trend towards 'bureaucratic centralism' in Brussels that 'has to be stopped'.

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    Passengers travelling internationally this December holiday season will have to negotiate the latest COVID travel rules.

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    US Treasury releases licenses allowing American and UN officials as well as humanitarian NGOs to deal with the Taliban.

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    Russia wants NATO and the US to reduce their presence in eastern Europe as tensions rise over Ukraine.

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    Trial data shows oral pill is 90 percent effective in preventing deaths and hospitalisations in high-risk patients.

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    Biden said millions of student debtors still need more time before they can resume payments.

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    Revised figures show the economy grew at a slightly faster pace in Q3, but Omicron is expected to weigh in on Q4.

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    What do we know about the new coronavirus variant's symptoms and its severity, and what are the effect of vaccines?

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    Wednesday, December 22, 2021

    US president renews his call for Americans to get vaccinated and receive booster shots amid Omicron variant's spread.

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    COVID pandemic, decreased migration and fewer births among reasons for low population growth, US Census Bureau says.

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    The move elevates a company that’s already the world’s biggest by market value.

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    Despite months of negotiations and preparations, Libya's presidential elections look set to be postponed.

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    IOM spokesperson Safa Msehli says at least 102 migrants were reported dead after their wooden boat capsized off Libya.

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    Indigenous community members block roads calling for justice after children massacred amid bloody land dispute.

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    The latest variant of the coronavirus is hammering the United Kingdom's hospitality sector and other businesses.

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    UN head concludes 'solidarity' visit of crisis-hit Lebanon, calls for end of political paralysis

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    Tuesday, December 21, 2021

    PM says ministers decided not to limit social interactions over festive period but will keep situation under review.

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    Vladislav Klyushin, a 41-year-old from Moscow, was extradited by the US from Switzerland on Dec. 18, prosecutors said.

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    Both global Brent and West Texas Intermediate benchmarks fell to their lowest levels since early December.

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    Ukrainian authorities accuse Petro Poroshenko of having helped pro-Russian separatists sell coal to Kyiv.

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    The new variant of the coronavirus is infecting millions worldwide, prompting a reintroduction of restrictions.

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    Twelve hostages kidnapped by Haitian gang walked to freedom last week on moonlit terrain, Christian Aid Ministries says.

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    With communication lines cut off in many parts of Selangor, it is unclear how many people remain to be rescued.

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    Prosecutor says former officer Kimberly Potter acted recklessly when she shot and killed 20-year-old Black man.

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    Monday, December 20, 2021


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    At 35, Gabriel Boric will become Chile's youngest president in the modern era.

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    Shuai Peng appeared to allege that a former Chinese vice premier, Zhang Gaoli, had sexually assaulted her in the past.

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    Islamic nations group pledges to set up humanitarian trust fund for Afghanistan as millions face hunger and poverty.

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    Sunday, December 19, 2021


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    Resignation deals a significant blow to the embattled prime minister as the Omicron variant sweeps the country.

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    All non-essential shops must close until January 14 and gatherings are limited to two people.

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    Saturday, December 18, 2021

    Holmes is facing a maximum sentence of 20 years in US prison if found guilty.

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    Facing manslaughter charges, ex-officer Kimberly Potter tells court fatal Minnesota traffic stop 'just went chaotic'.

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    Shares opened below $100 for the first time, dipped to $92.62 in early trading, and were still off 11% in the afternoon.

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    Hundreds of millions of vaccine shots are arriving at last, but many are reluctant to get one.

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    Friday, December 17, 2021

    Haitians took ownership of Joumou Soup in 1804, turning it into a national symbol of freedom and independence.

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    Russia and China hail 'model of cooperation' at virtual summit seen as reaction to tensions with the West.

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    Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes chose to deceive investors and patients, prosecutors said in closing arguments.

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    Thursday, December 16, 2021

    Prebet Sapu brings multiracial realism back to cinema screens, signalling some relaxation in local censorship attitudes.

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    Little enthusiasm ahead of delayed Hong Kong legislature vote as authorities crack down on calls for a boycott.

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    The almost 300-year-old auction house reported $100m in sales off its new non-fungible tokens category.

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    Crypto.com and Coinbase Global Inc blamed the data provider for the brief display of huge gains for many crypto coins.

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    Legislation, which still needs President Joe Biden's final approval, authorises $777bn in US defence spending.

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    Algeria converts a penalty kick in the 17th minute of injury time to beat Qatar 2-1 and seal their progress.

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    US Fed said it is accelerating the tapering of its easy-money policies and sees at least three rate hikes by 2022's end.

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    Colombia's police responsible for at least 28 deaths during anti-government protests this year, UN report finds.

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    The Kentucky-based writer penned more than 40 books on subjects including racism, women's rights, culture and love.

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    Both sides are now appointing special envoys to work on normalising ties.

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    Al-Wefaq is a Shia opposition group outlawed in Bahrain for allegedly undermining the state and spreading sectarianism.

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    Hundreds of investors claim Bayer misled them about the economic risks of the $63bn acquisition, a law firm says.

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    A last-minute own-goal hands Tunisia's football team a victory in their Arab Cup semi-final in Doha.

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    Wednesday, December 15, 2021

    Tens of thousands are without power across US states as volunteers, emergency workers work to clear debris and rebuild.

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    The ethics commission of New York state in the US voted 11-2 that the former governor repay his earnings within 30 days.

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    The EU has historically relied on the US and NATO, but calls are growing for a united European military power.

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