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- With Abortion Largely Banned in Texas, an Oklahoma Clinic Is Inundated September 26, 2021The new law prohibits abortions after about six weeks, a very early stage of pregnancy. Many women are now traveling out of state for the procedure.
- The Marines Reluctantly Let a Sikh Officer Wear a Turban. He Says It’s Not Enough. September 26, 2021While other armed services allow some religion-based exceptions to dress standards without problems, the Marines insist that even small deviations can threaten the force’s effectiveness.
- For Schumer and Pelosi, the Challenge of a Career With No Margin for Error September 27, 2021The top two Democrats in Congress face a daunting pile of legislative imperatives. With President Biden’s agenda hanging in the balance and few votes to spare, can they get it done?
- New Limits Give Chinese E-Gamers Whiplash September 26, 2021China has a complex relationship with video games. New government rules for minors have made it even more so.
- When Californians Will Get Covid-19 Boosters September 27, 2021Explaining the confusing guidance around the extra shots.
- Speaker Pelosi Delays Vote on Infrastructure Bill September 27, 2021Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California said that the House would take up the $1 trillion bill on Thursday, hours before government funding is scheduled to lapse.
- The Cause of the Derailed Amtrak Train Remains Unclear September 27, 2021Five were still hospitalized on Sunday following the crash in Montana that killed three passengers.
- As Covid Wave Pushes Up Demand, Costco Limits Purchases of Toilet Paper and Water September 26, 2021The retailer cited an uptick in demand because of the Delta variant and a shortage of truck drivers.
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- Germany election: SPD wins narrow victory as Merkel era ends in near-deadlock September 27, 2021Social Democrats edge out Christian Democrats, according to preliminary results, but tight finish leaves third-placed Green party as kingmakerGerman election results in fullWhat happens next as parties vie to form governmentGermany is set for weeks or even months of protracted coalition talks after the race to succeed Angela Merkel after 16 years in power fa […]
- Cop26 climate talks will not fulfil aims of Paris agreement, key players say September 27, 2021Major figures privately admit summit will fail to result in pledges that could limit global heating to 1.5CVital United Nations climate talks, billed as one of the last chances to stave off climate breakdown, will not produce the breakthrough needed to fulfil the aspiration of the Paris agreement, key players in the talks have conceded.The UN, the UK hosts a […]
- Ambassador in limbo makes plea for Afghans to be allowed into EU September 27, 2021Former Afghan government’s ambassador in Greece appalled by Athens’ media blitz against ‘illegal migrant flows’In other times, Mirwais Samadi would have welcomed a campaign to deter his compatriots from opting to become illegal migrants and embarking on the often dangerous trek from Afghanistan to Europe.By far the worst part of his job as Afghanistan’s amba […]
- EU lorry drivers will not help Britain ease its fuel crisis, union says September 27, 2021Official from Dutch-based FNV criticises visa plan as ‘dead end’ due to poor working conditionsSupply chain crisis – latest updatesHGV drivers from the European Union will not come to the UK on short-term contracts to ease the fuel crisis under government proposals announced at the weekend due to poor working conditions in the industry, a union official in E […]
- Dutch PM given extra security amid fears of drug gang attack September 27, 2021‘Spotters’ were seen scoping out movements of Mark Rutte, who cycles to work in The HagueThe Dutch prime minister, Mark Rutte, who cycles to work in The Hague, has reportedly been given extra personal security in response to raised fears of a kidnapping or attack by organised crime.The decision was made after “spotters” were seen scoping out Rutte’s movement […]
- China to limit abortions for ‘non-medical purposes’ September 27, 2021Government says clampdown is aimed at improving women’s reproductive health, but it comes amid anxiety about the nation’s falling birth rateChina will reduce the number of abortions performed for “non-medical purposes”, the country’s cabinet announced in new guidelines issued on Monday.The state council said action would also be taken to avoid unwanted pregn […]
- Covid has wiped out years of progress on life expectancy, finds study September 26, 2021Pandemic behind biggest fall in life expectancy in western Europe since second world war, say researchersThe Covid pandemic has caused the biggest decrease in life expectancy in western Europe since the second world war, according to a study.Data from most of the 29 countries – spanning most of Europe, the US and Chile – that were analysed by scientists reco […]
- Five Palestinians shot dead in gun battles with Israeli troops in West Bank September 27, 2021Two Israeli soldiers were also seriously wounded after violence erupted when troops tried to arrest suspected Hamas militantsFive Palestinians have been killed after gun battles erupted when Israeli troops conducted a series of raids against suspected Hamas militants across the occupied West Bank.The fighting on Sunday was the deadliest violence between Isra […]
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- Germany elections: Centre-left claim narrow win over Merkel's party September 27, 2021The Social Democrats beat the party of outgoing Chancellor Merkel and may need weeks to form a coalition.
- German election: Seven things we learned September 27, 2021Seats, Schleswig and an ex-spy: here are some of the sidelights from Sunday's vote.
- Interviewing the Taliban: 'Still now I am terrified' September 26, 2021Afghan news anchor Behishta Arghand made history when she interviewed the Taliban.
- Power cuts hit homes in north-east China September 27, 2021An electricity shortage affecting factories has now spread to some homes.
- Man killed as Crete struck by 5.8-magnitude earthquake September 27, 2021Officials say the man died when a church dome collapsed on the southern Greek island.
- COP26: Australia PM undecided on attending crucial climate summit September 27, 2021The coal-supporting nation has faced increasing pressure to commit to a net zero emissions target.
- Hakuho: Sumo wrestling's greatest champion retires September 27, 2021Hakuho has recorded more wins, titles and perfect championships than any other sumo wrestler.
- Afghanistan: Taliban ban Helmand barbers from trimming beards September 26, 2021The hardline group says anyone cutting beards will be punished as it breaches their reading of Islamic law.
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