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China’s Covid turmoil could spark a doomsday variation that resets pandemic efforts.

Today, experts warned that China's Covid turmoil might put the rest of the globe back to square one in the fight against the epidemic. Since Beijing reversed its contentious zero Covid policy a month ago, hospitals have been overburdened and mortuaries have become full. In the following months, up to...

Experts say it’s too soon to announce end of pandemic because of China.

The second-largest economy in the world might experience an increase in cases and more than a million deaths next year, according to projections. Scientists have cautioned that it may be premature to declare the end of the COVID-19 epidemic due to fears of a possibly catastrophic new wave in China. China...

China Covid: Winter waves predicted

This winter, according to a senior Chinese health official, China is witnessing the first of three projected waves of Covid infections. Since the removal of the strictest restrictions earlier this month, there has been an increase in the number of instances. The most recent official statistics indicate a relatively low number...

US-China chip war: technology dispute

The United States is accelerating its efforts to impede China's advancement in the semiconductor industry, which is essential for everything from cellphones to armaments. In October, Washington issued the most expansive export curbs to date, mandating licenses for companies shipping chips to China using US-made tools or software, regardless of...

US student accused of stalking pro-democracy flyer-poster from China

A Chinese international student in the United States has been charged with stalking and threatening a Chinese student who participated in pro-democracy action on campus. US prosecutors allege that Xiaolei Wu, age 25, sent threats to the youngster and denounced her family to Chinese authorities. Wednesday, the Berklee College of Music...

Five Chinese authorities are removed for hitting a Hong Kong protester in Manchester.

The Chinese government has "removed" a consul general and five staff involved in the assault of a Hong Kong demonstrator at its consulate in Manchester. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly stated that his department had given the Chinese government until December 14 to waive the diplomatic immunity of six of its...

Jimmy Lai’s trial was delayed because his British lawyer refused a visa extension.

A Hong Kong court has postponed the national security trial of media billionaire Jimmy Lai until September 2023, after a hearing revealed that Lai's British attorney was denied a visa extension and forced to leave the country. The trial of Lai was set to begin on Tuesday but has been...

Both sides of the India-China border brawl suffered injuries.

Indian troops prevented their Chinese counterparts from entering Indian territory on December 9 during a border skirmish that resulted in injuries on both sides, Indian defense minister Rajnath Singh told parliament on Tuesday. Beijing assured New Delhi that the situation in the border region was "stable" and urged New...

Top China expert: Covid ‘spreading swiftly’ after rules ease

State media reported on Sunday that one of China's top health specialists has warned of an increase in Covid-19 infections following the government's decision to abandon its harsh coronavirus stance. As a result of the decision to restrict the scope of mandated testing, allow some positive people to quarantine at...

Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong tycoon, is jailed for fraud.

The 75-year-old China critic was found guilty of two counts of fraud for concealing a private company's operations and breaching a lease agreement at the former Apple Daily offices. Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy Hong Kong tycoon, was convicted of fraud and sentenced to five years and nine months in prison. The...

China reduces COVID rules to prepare its people for the sickness.

According to the National Health Commission, the majority of COVID infections are asymptomatic and minor, requiring no specific treatment. This is the clearest indication yet that China is preparing its citizens to live with the disease. In a further easing of its regulations, China will now permit patients with asymptomatic...

Chinese flags wave in the Saudi capital prior to Xi’s visit.

The Saudi capital was festooned with Chinese banners in advance of President Xi Jinping's Wednesday visit, which is expected to focus on energy ties but also follows months of tensions with the United States. Along main roadways in Riyadh, the red-and-gold Chinese insignia alternated with the green flag of Saudi...

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Jeffrey Donaldson in court charged with rape; wife aiding

Longest-serving Member of Parliament for Northern Ireland, Donaldson, 61, was suspended from the Democratic Unionist Party last month in connection with his detention. Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged in court with rape and additional historical sex offences. Between 1985 and 2006, he was charged with one count of rape, one count of gross indecency towards a minor, and nine counts of sexual assault.

Sydney raids arrest seven adolescents with ‘extremist beliefs’

As part of a surge of counter-terrorism operations throughout Sydney, Australian police have apprehended seven adolescents, claiming it was "likely" that they were devising an attack. Police believe that the suspects adhere to a "religiously motivated violent extremist ideology." The investigations are connected to the stabbing of an Assyrian bishop last week, which was labelled a "terrorist act" by the police.

Cavalry horses create chaos in central London streets

According to the commanding officer, the horses were "terrified by construction materials that were dropped from heights directly in front of them on a quiet side road in Belgravia." The "total mayhem" was sparked when military horses bolted during exercises and charged through rush-hour London.

Human foods, like salmon and eggs, contribute to dog obesity

Numerous dog proprietors engage in this activity on a daily basis. However, recent research may alter your mind about hiding leftovers under the dinner table for your dog. Among the human foods that may be contributing to your pet's obesity are scrambled eggs and broiled salmon, according to the study.