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Coronavirus Deaths Hit New Daily Record In Greece
Greece reported 121 coronavirusrelated deaths on Saturday, a daily record, with hospitals in the north of the country under pressure as intensive care beds fill up with COVID19 patients.
UK, France Sign New Deal To Stop Illegal Migration Across Channel
Britain and France signed a new agreement to try to stop illegal migration across the Channel on Saturday, upping patrols and technology in the hope of closing off a dangerous route used by migrants to try to reach the UK on small boats.
Across Globe, Game-day Tributes To Diego Maradona
Across the globe, teams paid tribute to Diego Maradona on Saturday with moments of silence before European soccer games and a touching gesture from New Zealand's rugby team.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Announces Military Operation In Tigray Is Complete
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Saturday that military operations in northern Tigray region have been completed, shortly after he announced federal troops had seized full control of the regional capital Mekelle.
Supreme Court Won't Get Involved In Louisiana Pastor's Case
The Supreme Court is for now staying out of a dispute involving the state of Louisiana and a Baton Rougearea pastor charged with violating state coronavirus restrictions by repeatedly holding large church services.
Over 700 Gang Members In Central America Arrested In U.S.-assisted Actions
El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras have brought criminal charges against more than 700 members of crossborder criminal organizations, primarily the MS13 and 18th Street gangs, in a U.S.assisted effort, the U.S. Department of Justice said on Friday.
7th Pakistan Cricket Team Member Tests Positive For COVID-19
A seventh member of the Pakistan cricket team in New Zealand has tested positive for COVID19 and will join other infected teammates in quarantine.
U.S. Hospitalized COVID-19 Patient Number Hits Record 90,000 Ahead Of Expected Case Surge
The number of COVID19 patients being treated in hospitals across the United States reached 90,000 on Friday after nearly doubling in the last month, just as holiday gatherings are expected to propel the next wave of infections.
WHO Warns Countries With Falling COVID Cases To Stay Alert
Even if countries see a fall in coronavirus cases, they need to stay vigilant, Maria Van Kerkhove, the World Health Organization's technical lead for COVID19, said on Friday.
Prominent Iranian Nuclear Scientist Fakhrizadeh Injured In Attack -Fars News Agency
Prominent Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was injured in an assassination attempt near Tehran on Friday and was being treated in a hospital, Iranian media reported.
Hungarian Experts To Visit Russia To Speed Vaccine Approval
Russia will allow Hungarian doctors and medical experts to observe the manufacturing process and laboratory tests for its Sputnik V vaccine against COVID19, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Friday.
In European First, Iranian Envoy Faces Trial Over Foiled Bomb Plot
An Iranian diplomat and three other Iranians went on trial in Belgium on Friday accused of planning to bomb a meeting of an exiled opposition group in France in 2018, the first time an EU country has put an Iranian official on trial for terrorism.
Oil Drops As Rally Fizzles Out On Supply Concerns, Vaccine Doubts
Oil prices were lower on Friday in quiet trade due to the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, dropping amid concerns about oversupply and doubts about a vaccine to end the coronavirus pandemic.
Biden Urges Safe Thanksgiving Amid Pandemic; Trump Pardons Ex-aide Flynn
Presidentelect Joe Biden pleaded with Americans on Wednesday to take steps to remain safe over the Thanksgiving holiday as COVID19 cases soar, while President Donald Trump pardoned a former aide who twice pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI.
Germany Extends Anti-virus Measures As Deaths Reach Record
Chancellor Angela Merkel agreed with leaders of Germany's 16 federal states to extend and tighten measures against the coronavirus until at least Dec. 20 and they are likely to extend them into January, she said on Wednesday.
Poland To Cull More Than 900,000 Hens Amid New Bird Flu Outbreak - PAP
Poland will cull over 900,000 hens in a farm in western Poland due to a bird flu outbreak which was discovered on Tuesday evening, state news agency PAP quoted local veterinary authorities as saying.