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Ex-diplomat Named As US Global COVID Coordinator
Washington (AP) Secretary of State Antony Blinken has appointed a former veteran diplomat and humanitarian aid chief to be a special envoy for US coronavirus vaccine and prevention efforts. Blinken announced Monday that he had named Gayle Smith to be Am...
Lawyer Says Mediation Among Feuding Jordan Royals Successful
Beirut (AP) A lawyer for Jordan's outspoken Prince Hamzah says mediation in the royal family has been successful and that a resolution of an unprecedented public feud shaking the key Western ally is expected shortly. The statement Monday appeared to cap...
AP's Nixon Wins News Leader Of The Year Award From NLA
Ron Nixon, global investigations editor at The Associated Press, has won the firstever News Leader of the Year award from the News Leaders Association.
EXPLAINER: Doctor Testifies About Floyd's Heart Activity
George Floyd had pulseless electrical activity and his heart wasnt beating when he arrived at a Minneapolis hospital, a doctor testified Monday.
Washington State Apple Exports Drop Substantially In 2020-21
Washington state apple industry officials have said the fruit's exports have dropped substantially compared to recent years' figures.
Fruit Vendors Included in Essential Services List as Maharashtra Amends 'Mini Lockdown' Rules
The strict curbs, including a curfew from 8 pm till 7 am, and prohibitory orders during the daytime on weekdays came into force from Monday in the state.
West Bengal Elections 2021: BJP Candidate Tanushree Chakraborty Campaigns in Shyampur Seat
She is contesting West Bengal elections on BJP ticket against the Trinamool Congress (TMC) heavyweight and four-time MLA Kalipada Mondal.
West Bengal Elections 2021: TMC's Hills Unit Announces Support for Bimal Gurung
The ruling Trinamool Congress had not announced the candidates for three hill seats in North Bengal while releasing the list of candidates for the rest of the 291 seats for the ongoing West Bengal assembly election.
'Inspired by Their Hardwork in Pandemic': Here's Why Second Topper of Bihar Class 10 Boards Wants to Become a Doctor
Speaking to News18.com over phone about her dreams and aspirations, Dipali said that she will take up Science stream in Class 11 and 12 and will become a doctor to help those who are deprived to get basic healthcare need.
West Bengal Phase III and IV: 577 Candidates In Fray, 134 With Criminal Charges
A total of 31 constituencies are going for polls in the third phase on April 6.
Arvind Kejriwal Writes to PM Modi Amid Delhi's Covid-19 Surge, Seeks Nod for Mass Vaccination
He reiterated the Delhi government can vaccinate all the residents of the city within three months if the necessary permissions are granted by the Centre.
Jeff Goldblum was Sam Neill's 'Cheap Tour Guide' in Sydney, Fans Ask About Another Duet
Among several exciting celebrity sightings in Australia, the recent photo of Jeff with Sam has fuelled additional theories.
Swimming National Team May be Moved to Delhi Due to Covid-19 Restrictions in Bengaluru
The Swimming Federation of India (SFI) plans to shift Uzbekistan-bound 13-member national team to Delhi from Bengaluru in case swimming pools don't reopen on Tuesday.
RDIF, Panacea Biotec to Produce 100 Million Doses of Sputnik Vaccine in India Per Year
Production of Sputnik V at Panacea Biotec sites will help facilitate global supply of Sputnik V to international partners of RDIF, a joint statement said.
Actor Who Worked in 'Taarak Mehta' Arrested for Chain Snatching, Show Makers Release Statement
Accused Miraj Vallabhdas Kapri is a TV artist and has played minor roles in many serials. He also works as a fitness trainer.
Relatives of Covid-19 Deceased Attempt to Burn Down Hospital in Nagpur, 10 arrested
Relatives, including the family members of the deceased Covid-19 patient, went on a rampage at the hospital and tried to set the reception area on fire.