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Bangkok will close all schools, daycare centers for both children and seniors, preschools and tutoring centers from January 4 to 17.

Bangkok will close all schools, daycare centers for both children and seniors, preschools and tutoring centers from January 4 to 17. Other public facilities will be closed beginning January 2. This comes as the authorities tighten measures to reduce the spread of a new wave of COVID-19. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 1, 2021

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India approves the emergency use of the vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca, becoming the third country in the world to do so after th

India approves the emergency use of the vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca, becoming the third country in the world to do so after the United Kingdom and Argentina. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 1, 2021

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The United Kingdom Secretary of State for Education Gavin Williamson announces that all primary schools in London will remain closed for at least two weeks at t

The United Kingdom Secretary of State for Education Gavin Williamson announces that all primary schools in London will remain closed for at least two weeks at the start of the new term on January 4. It was previously announced that only schools in 23 of the 32 boroughs would be closed. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 1, 2021

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COVID-19 vaccination in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom begins distribution of the AstraZeneca and University of Oxford vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccination in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom begins distribution of the AstraZeneca and University of Oxford vaccine. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 3, 2021

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India officially approves the emergency use of AstraZeneca and University of Oxford's AZD1222 vaccine, which is to be manufactured locally by the Serum Institut

India officially approves the emergency use of AstraZeneca and University of Oxford's AZD1222 vaccine, which is to be manufactured locally by the Serum Institute of India, as well as Bharat Biotech's BBV152 vaccine. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 3, 2021

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The United Kingdom begins distribution of the AstraZeneca and University of Oxford vaccine.

The United Kingdom begins distribution of the AstraZeneca and University of Oxford vaccine. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 3, 2021

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Kenosha unrest shooting Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old boy accused of shooting three people (including two killed) during a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin, wi

Kenosha unrest shooting Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old boy accused of shooting three people (including two killed) during a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin, will plead not guilty. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 5, 2021

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Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old boy accused of shooting three people (including two killed) during a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin, will plead not guilty.

Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old boy accused of shooting three people (including two killed) during a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin, will plead not guilty. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 5, 2021

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The Israeli Cabinet agrees to tighten the nationwide lockdown by closing schools and non-essential shops for 14 days.

The Israeli Cabinet agrees to tighten the nationwide lockdown by closing schools and non-essential shops for 14 days. The measures will come into force at midnight between Thursday and Friday. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 5, 2021

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Greece extends their nationwide lockdown until January 18 but will allow kindergartens, elementary schools and nurseries to reopen on January 11.

Greece extends their nationwide lockdown until January 18 but will allow kindergartens, elementary schools and nurseries to reopen on January 11. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 8, 2021

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The Federal Ministry of Education announces that schools in Nigeria will reopen on January 18.

The Federal Ministry of Education announces that schools in Nigeria will reopen on January 18. Parents have appealed to the ministry to rescind the decision following a recent spike in COVID-19 cases. (Xinhua)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 14, 2021

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Tunisia reports a record 4,170 new confirmed cases in the past 24 hours as the country enters a four-day lockdown and also closes all schools until January 24 i

Tunisia reports a record 4,170 new confirmed cases in the past 24 hours as the country enters a four-day lockdown and also closes all schools until January 24 in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 15, 2021

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South Africa delays the reopening of schools due to the rapid increase in cases of the 501.V2 variant.

South Africa delays the reopening of schools due to the rapid increase in cases of the 501.V2 variant. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 17, 2021

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Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin announces that as part of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions, museums and libraries will reopen beginning tomorrow, while theatres

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin announces that as part of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions, museums and libraries will reopen beginning tomorrow, while theatres and cinemas will be allowed to accommodate more patrons. In addition, colleges, sports schools and children's clubs will resume in-person attendance, but university students will continue studying remotely. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 21, 2021

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Brazil begins distribution of the AstraZeneca-Oxford University vaccine.

Brazil begins distribution of the AstraZeneca-Oxford University vaccine. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 23, 2021

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COVID-19 vaccination in Brazil Brazil begins distribution of the AstraZeneca-Oxford University vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccination in Brazil Brazil begins distribution of the AstraZeneca-Oxford University vaccine. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 23, 2021

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The University of Michigan shuts down all sports activities for two weeks after the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 is discovered in five people with ties to the

The University of Michigan shuts down all sports activities for two weeks after the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2 is discovered in five people with ties to the school. (MLive.com) (MLive.com2)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 23, 2021

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Adass Israel School sex abuse scandal Malka Leifer, the former school principal facing 74 charges of child sexual abuse, is extradited to Melbourne, Australia f

Adass Israel School sex abuse scandal Malka Leifer, the former school principal facing 74 charges of child sexual abuse, is extradited to Melbourne, Australia following a six-year delay of the case that allowed for her to be a fugitive in Israel. (AFP via France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 25, 2021

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Malka Leifer, the former school principal facing 74 charges of child sexual abuse, is extradited to Melbourne, Australia following a six-year delay of the case

Malka Leifer, the former school principal facing 74 charges of child sexual abuse, is extradited to Melbourne, Australia following a six-year delay of the case that allowed for her to be a fugitive in Israel. (AFP via France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 25, 2021

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Ukraine reopens schools, restaurants, and gyms as a tough lockdown aimed to prevent a new wave of COVID-19 was ended.

Ukraine reopens schools, restaurants, and gyms as a tough lockdown aimed to prevent a new wave of COVID-19 was ended. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 25, 2021

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The Cayetano Heredia University says that a volunteer in the local trial of a coronavirus vaccine produced by China's Sinopharm Group has died from COVID-19-rel

The Cayetano Heredia University says that a volunteer in the local trial of a coronavirus vaccine produced by China's Sinopharm Group has died from COVID-19-related pneumonia. The university said that the volunteer had received the placebo. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 26, 2021

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South Africa approves a vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca for emergency use in the country.

South Africa approves a vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca for emergency use in the country. (Deccan Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 27, 2021

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Greece delays the reopening of high schools, which was scheduled to begin on February 1, due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, particularly in red

Greece delays the reopening of high schools, which was scheduled to begin on February 1, due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, particularly in red zone areas. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 29, 2021

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2021 Boğaziçi University protests A total of 159 people are detained at the protests over the appointment of Melih Bulu as the rector of Boğaziçi University in

2021 Boğaziçi University protests A total of 159 people are detained at the protests over the appointment of Melih Bulu as the rector of Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 1, 2021

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A total of 159 people are detained at the protests over the appointment of Melih Bulu as the rector of Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey.

A total of 159 people are detained at the protests over the appointment of Melih Bulu as the rector of Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 1, 2021

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Greece imposes a ten-day curfew in Attica, Thessaloniki, and Halkidiki, and also closes high schools in these areas beginning tomorrow in an attempt to reduce t

Greece imposes a ten-day curfew in Attica, Thessaloniki, and Halkidiki, and also closes high schools in these areas beginning tomorrow in an attempt to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 5, 2021

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France introduces new measures to ban homemade masks in educational institutions, requiring school children over the age of six to only wear category 1 masks in

France introduces new measures to ban homemade masks in educational institutions, requiring school children over the age of six to only wear category 1 masks in schools. (RFI)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 8, 2021

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2020–2021 Indian farmers' protest Indian actor and activist Deep Sidhu is arrested by the Delhi Police's special cell unit for his role in inciting the January

2020–2021 Indian farmers' protest Indian actor and activist Deep Sidhu is arrested by the Delhi Police's special cell unit for his role in inciting the January 26 riot at the Red Fort. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 9, 2021

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A study by University College London suggests that the bluestones that form Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, likely originated from another stone circle in Pem

A study by University College London suggests that the bluestones that form Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, likely originated from another stone circle in Pembrokeshire, Wales, called Waun Mawn. (AFP via Dawn)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 12, 2021

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Bishop David Zubik of the Pittsburgh Diocese announces that four Catholic elementary schools are merging to form two schools for the school year beginning in fa

Bishop David Zubik of the Pittsburgh Diocese announces that four Catholic elementary schools are merging to form two schools for the school year beginning in fall 2021. The decision comes after more than a year's deliberation and hours of study. (Catholic News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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The Therapeutic Goods Administration approves the emergency use of the vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca for people over 18 years of

The Therapeutic Goods Administration approves the emergency use of the vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca for people over 18 years of age in Australia. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 16, 2021

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Restrictions are eased in New Zealand, with Auckland downgraded to alert level 2 and the rest of the country to alert level 1.

Restrictions are eased in New Zealand, with Auckland downgraded to alert level 2 and the rest of the country to alert level 1. Most Auckland schools are reopened and masks are made mandatory on public transportation. (New Zealand Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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Elementary students and pre-school children in more than half of Germany's 16 states return to schools and kindergartens in the first major easing of restrictio

Elementary students and pre-school children in more than half of Germany's 16 states return to schools and kindergartens in the first major easing of restrictions since December. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021

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Somalia closes all schools and universities for the next two weeks due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases.

Somalia closes all schools and universities for the next two weeks due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021

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Students in P1 to P3 return to school in Scotland for the first time since the Christmas holiday as part of a phased school reopening.

Students in P1 to P3 return to school in Scotland for the first time since the Christmas holiday as part of a phased school reopening. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021

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Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases

Cyprus announces that it will allow high schools, gyms, and indoor sports facilities such as swimming pools to reopen on March 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to decrease. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 25, 2021

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At least 317 girls are kidnapped by armed bandits raiding a secondary school hostel in the Nigerian state of Zamfara.

At least 317 girls are kidnapped by armed bandits raiding a secondary school hostel in the Nigerian state of Zamfara. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

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Zamfara kidnapping At least 317 girls are kidnapped by armed bandits raiding a secondary school hostel in the Nigerian state of Zamfara.

Zamfara kidnapping At least 317 girls are kidnapped by armed bandits raiding a secondary school hostel in the Nigerian state of Zamfara. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 26, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests Police launch the most extensive crackdown since the protests began, critically wounding a woman and detaining hundreds of people across t

2021 Myanmar protests Police launch the most extensive crackdown since the protests began, critically wounding a woman and detaining hundreds of people across the country. (Reuters) The junta leaders fire Myanmar's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun after he called for their removal in a UN General Assembly meeting on Friday. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 27, 2021

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All 42 people, including 27 students, who were kidnapped from a boarding school in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria, on February 17 are released by their captors.

All 42 people, including 27 students, who were kidnapped from a boarding school in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria, on February 17 are released by their captors. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 27, 2021

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Kagara kidnapping All 42 people, including 27 students, who were kidnapped from a boarding school in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria, on February 17 are released b

Kagara kidnapping All 42 people, including 27 students, who were kidnapped from a boarding school in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria, on February 17 are released by their captors. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 27, 2021

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All 279 schoolgirls abducted from a boarding school in Zamfara State, Nigeria, are released by their armed kidnappers.

All 279 schoolgirls abducted from a boarding school in Zamfara State, Nigeria, are released by their armed kidnappers. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2021

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Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signs an executive order that lifts the statewide mask requirement except for K-12 schools and indoor arenas.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signs an executive order that lifts the statewide mask requirement except for K-12 schools and indoor arenas. Indoor arenas are required to limit their capacity to 50% and club areas and suits to 75%. Indoor and outdoor arenas are required to limit capacity to 25% and 50% respectively for K-12 extracurricular activities. (Sun Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2021

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Zamfara kidnapping All 279 schoolgirls abducted from a boarding school in Zamfara State, Nigeria, are released by their armed kidnappers.

Zamfara kidnapping All 279 schoolgirls abducted from a boarding school in Zamfara State, Nigeria, are released by their armed kidnappers. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2021

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Aftermath of the Zamfara kidnapping Three people are shot after armed forces open fire at a reunion of students, kidnapped in Zamfara a week ago, and their pare

Aftermath of the Zamfara kidnapping Three people are shot after armed forces open fire at a reunion of students, kidnapped in Zamfara a week ago, and their parents in Jangebe, Nigeria, while the parents protest the kidnapping. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 3, 2021

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Three people are shot after armed forces open fire at a reunion of students, kidnapped in Zamfara a week ago, and their parents in Jangebe, Nigeria, while the p

Three people are shot after armed forces open fire at a reunion of students, kidnapped in Zamfara a week ago, and their parents in Jangebe, Nigeria, while the parents protest the kidnapping. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 3, 2021

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2020–2021 Indian farmers' protest The number of farmers who died during the protests, which began in August 2020, increases to 248.

2020–2021 Indian farmers' protest The number of farmers who died during the protests, which began in August 2020, increases to 248. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 5, 2021

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Protests continue in Senegal against the arrest of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, with three more people confirmed dead, bringing the death toll to 4.

Protests continue in Senegal against the arrest of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, with three more people confirmed dead, bringing the death toll to 4. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 5, 2021

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The number of farmers who died during the protests, which began in August 2020, increases to 248.

The number of farmers who died during the protests, which began in August 2020, increases to 248. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 5, 2021

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Israel reopens restaurants, bars, and other entertainment venues for those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Israel reopens restaurants, bars, and other entertainment venues for those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Middle-school students return to school in some areas and university classes also resume for those who have been vaccinated. Israeli citizens are also allowed to return to Israel without any special permissions. (Haaretz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 7, 2021

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A judge in Senegal releases opposition leader Ousmane Sonko on bail, after days of protests as a result of his arrest.

A judge in Senegal releases opposition leader Ousmane Sonko on bail, after days of protests as a result of his arrest. Eight people died during the protests. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2021

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Kaduna kidnapping Thirty students and several staff members are kidnapped from a school in Kaduna State, Nigeria, by a group of gunmen.

Kaduna kidnapping Thirty students and several staff members are kidnapped from a school in Kaduna State, Nigeria, by a group of gunmen. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 12, 2021

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Thirty students and several staff members are kidnapped from a school in Kaduna State, Nigeria, by a group of gunmen.

Thirty students and several staff members are kidnapped from a school in Kaduna State, Nigeria, by a group of gunmen. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 12, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests Twelve people are killed after soldiers open fire on protesters in Mandalay, Yangon, and Pyay.

2021 Myanmar protests Twelve people are killed after soldiers open fire on protesters in Mandalay, Yangon, and Pyay. A 13-year-old child is among those killed, the youngest victim of the unrest to date. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 13, 2021

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China–United Kingdom relations, Hong Kong protests The United Kingdom formally declares China to be in breach of the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration, saying

China–United Kingdom relations, Hong Kong protests The United Kingdom formally declares China to be in breach of the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration, saying that China is now in "a state of ongoing non-compliance" of the treaty. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab says that the UK will "continue to stand up for the people of Hong Kong". (Financial Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 13, 2021

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Twelve people are killed after soldiers open fire on protesters in Mandalay, Yangon, and Pyay.

Twelve people are killed after soldiers open fire on protesters in Mandalay, Yangon, and Pyay. A 13-year-old child is among those killed, the youngest victim of the unrest to date. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 13, 2021

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Twenty anti-coup protesters are gunned down by soldiers.

Twenty anti-coup protesters are gunned down by soldiers. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 15, 2021

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China–European Union relations The European Union imposes sanctions against several officials in China for human rights abuses in Xinjiang.

China–European Union relations The European Union imposes sanctions against several officials in China for human rights abuses in Xinjiang. These sanctions are Europe's first since the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 22, 2021

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The European Union imposes sanctions against several officials in China for human rights abuses in Xinjiang.

The European Union imposes sanctions against several officials in China for human rights abuses in Xinjiang. These sanctions are Europe's first since the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 22, 2021

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Agnès Callamard, Special Rapporteur appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council, reveals that a senior Saudi Arabian official twice threatened to have

Agnès Callamard, Special Rapporteur appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council, reveals that a senior Saudi Arabian official twice threatened to have her "taken care of" if the UN did not obstruct her investigation of the assassination of Jamal Khashoggi. Khashoggi, who had been critical of the al-Saud dynasty, was murdered and dismembered by Saudi agents in the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul in 2018 under what is believed to be the direct orders of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021

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Killing of Jamal Khashoggi Agnès Callamard, Special Rapporteur appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council, reveals that a senior Saudi Arabian officia

Killing of Jamal Khashoggi Agnès Callamard, Special Rapporteur appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council, reveals that a senior Saudi Arabian official twice threatened to have her "taken care of" if the UN did not obstruct her investigation of the assassination of Jamal Khashoggi. Khashoggi, who had been critical of the al-Saud dynasty, was murdered and dismembered by Saudi agents in the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul in 2018 under what is believed to be the direct orders of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021

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Belgium announces new strict lockdown measures, which will close schools and non-medical contact professions such as hairdressers, restrict operation of non-ess

Belgium announces new strict lockdown measures, which will close schools and non-medical contact professions such as hairdressers, restrict operation of non-essential shops, and ban outdoor gatherings of more than four people. These measures will begin on March 26 and will last for at least four weeks. (The Brussels Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2021

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Iceland will close schools, swimming pools, gyms, and bars at midnight and lower the limit on gatherings from 50 people to 10 people.

Iceland will close schools, swimming pools, gyms, and bars at midnight and lower the limit on gatherings from 50 people to 10 people. These measures will be enforced for the next three weeks following an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Iceland Review)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2021

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China–United States relations, Canada–China relations China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs places sanctions against the chair and vice-chair of the United States

China–United States relations, Canada–China relations China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs places sanctions against the chair and vice-chair of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom and Canadian MP Michael Chong. Beijing’s sanctions followed those imposed by the United States, the European Union, Britain and Canada earlier this week for what they say are violations of the rights of Uyghurs in Xinjiang. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 27, 2021

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China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs places sanctions against the chair and vice-chair of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom and Can

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs places sanctions against the chair and vice-chair of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom and Canadian MP Michael Chong. Beijing’s sanctions followed those imposed by the United States, the European Union, Britain and Canada earlier this week for what they say are violations of the rights of Uyghurs in Xinjiang. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 27, 2021

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State v. Chauvin, Killing of George Floyd, George Floyd protests The murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin for his involvement in the killing of George Floyd begins in Hennepin County, Minnesota. A series of protests in the United States and around the world occurred in 2020 in response to the killing. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 29, 2021

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The murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin for his involvement in the killing of George Floyd begins in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

The murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin for his involvement in the killing of George Floyd begins in Hennepin County, Minnesota. A series of protests in the United States and around the world occurred in 2020 in response to the killing. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 29, 2021

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At least four civilians were injured in anti-Indian protests against the killing of three suspected rebels by Indian soldiers in Kashmir.

At least four civilians were injured in anti-Indian protests against the killing of three suspected rebels by Indian soldiers in Kashmir. (Al Jazeera0

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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Toronto will close schools for in-person learning from tomorrow until April 18 and shift students into remote learning due to an increase in the number of COVID

Toronto will close schools for in-person learning from tomorrow until April 18 and shift students into remote learning due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. (CP24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 6, 2021

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Armed protesters and troops clash in the town of Taze in the Sagaing Region, leaving at least eleven people dead and around 20 others wounded.

Armed protesters and troops clash in the town of Taze in the Sagaing Region, leaving at least eleven people dead and around 20 others wounded. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 8, 2021

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Lockdown restrictions are relaxed in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales as the number of cases continues to reduce, with non-essential shops, pubs,

Lockdown restrictions are relaxed in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales as the number of cases continues to reduce, with non-essential shops, pubs, gyms, restaurants, hairdressers, community centres, libraries, and theme parks permitted to reopen. Domestic holidays are also permitted again in England with members of the same household. A "stay at home" order is ended in Northern Ireland, and secondary school pupils from years 8–11 return to school. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 12, 2021

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces that all schools across the province will remain closed after April break and students will be forced to shift into online l

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces that all schools across the province will remain closed after April break and students will be forced to shift into online learning amid the rising number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. (CP24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 12, 2021

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Schools, libraries, zoos, and some stores in the Czech Republic reopen after months of closure as the six-month state of emergency expires and restrictions of m

Schools, libraries, zoos, and some stores in the Czech Republic reopen after months of closure as the six-month state of emergency expires and restrictions of movement are lifted. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 12, 2021

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At least 20 children are killed during a fire at an school in Niamey, Niger.

At least 20 children are killed during a fire at an school in Niamey, Niger. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 13, 2021

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Pakistani Interior Minster Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad announces the far-right Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan will be banned, following days of violent prot

Pakistani Interior Minster Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad announces the far-right Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan will be banned, following days of violent protests by supporters over the arrest of party chief Saad Hussain Rizvi. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

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