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US racism: Former Pres Trump sued for calling Covid-19 “China virus”

“The truth matters, words have consequences especially from those in powerful and influential positions,” the complaint said WASHINGTON, May 22…

Snow Hits Mongolia’s Capital As Summer Nears

ULAN BATOR, May 22 (NNN-XINHUA) – Heavy snowfall hit Mongolia’s capital early this morning, despite summertime approaching. The air temperature…

420 Doctors Dead In 2nd Wave Of COVID-19 In India: Medical Association

NEW DELHI, May 22 (NNN-PTI) – As many as 420 doctors have died in India, including at least 100 in…

WHO creates experts’ network panel to prevent zoonotic outbreaks

GENEVA, May 22 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The World Health Organization and three other international bodies, FAO, OIE and UNEP have formed…

Bangladesh Records 1,504 New COVID-19 Cases, 26 More Deaths

DHAKA, May 22 (NNN-BSS) – Bangladesh reported 1,504 new COVID-19 cases and 26 new deaths yesterday, making the tally at…

COVID-19: Spain to allow all vaccinated travellers in from June 7

MADRID, May 22 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Spain will allow all vaccinated travellers to visit the country from June 7, Prime Minister…

Myanmar’s Election Commission Meets Political Parties On Election Findings

YANGON, May 22 (NNN-MNA) – Myanmar’s Union Election Commission, held talks yesterday, with political parties, on findings related to voting…

Wide Swathes Of Japan Pummeled By Torrential Rain

TOKYO, May 22 (NNN-NHK) – Wide swathes of Japan have been pummeled by torrential rain yesterday, the weather agency here…

Vietnam Reports 20 New Local Covid-19 Cases

HANOI, May 22 (NNN-VNA) – Vietnam reported 20 new COVID-19 cases from 6:00 p.m. local time yesterday to 6:00 a.m.…

Nepali President Dissolves Lower House For Fresh Elections In Nov

KATHMANDU, May 22 (NNN-XINHUA) – Nepali President, Bidya Devi Bhandari, dissolved the House of Representatives early today, for fresh elections…