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Mar
18
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra reports a record 25,833 new confirmed cases in the past 24 hou

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra reports a record 25,833 new confirmed cases in the past 24 hours. (NDTV) COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announces that the government will lift the COVID-19 state of emergency in the Greater Tokyo Area on March 21 after approval from an expert panel due to a decrease in the number of cases. (Kyodo News) COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan receives his first dose of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine. (ANI News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2021
Mar
18
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in France Prime Minister Jean Castex announces a new month-long lockdown in 16 departments across the country, including Île-de-France, Hauts-

COVID-19 pandemic in France Prime Minister Jean Castex announces a new month-long lockdown in 16 departments across the country, including Île-de-France, Hauts-de-France, and parts of Normandy, beginning tomorrow night, in order to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2021
Mar
18
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil São Paulo Senator Major Olímpio dies from COVID-19, becoming the third member of the Brazilian Se

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil São Paulo Senator Major Olímpio dies from COVID-19, becoming the third member of the Brazilian Senate to die from the virus. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in Chile Chile reports a record 6,200 cases in the past 24 hours, which is the largest single-day total since June. (T13) Due to the large number of cases, several cities are put under lockdown, including downtown Santiago. Almost 9 million people will be under quarantine as of March 27. (La Tercera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2021
Mar
18
Politics / Government

Legality of euthanasia The Spanish Congress of Deputies votes 202–141 to definitively approve the legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide for people wit

Legality of euthanasia The Spanish Congress of Deputies votes 202–141 to definitively approve the legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide for people with serious and incurable diseases who want to end their lives, making Spain the fourth country in the European Union to do so. (RTE)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2021
Mar
18
Politics / Government

The Spanish Congress of Deputies votes 202–141 to definitively approve the legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide for people with serious and incurable

The Spanish Congress of Deputies votes 202–141 to definitively approve the legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide for people with serious and incurable diseases who want to end their lives, making Spain the fourth country in the European Union to do so. (RTE)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2021
Mar
19
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in France The French National Authority for Health limits the use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to those aged over 55 years old after it w

COVID-19 pandemic in France The French National Authority for Health limits the use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to those aged over 55 years old after it was discovered that three patients who suffered blood clots are younger than 55 years old. (The New York Times) Prime Minister Jean Castex receives his first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 19, 2021
Mar
20
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports 40,953 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest single-day total since November 29, 2020,

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports 40,953 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest single-day total since November 29, 2020, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 11,555,284. (Hindustan Times) COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tests positive for COVID-19, two days after being vaccinated. (Dawn) COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines reports a new record for the second consecutive day of 7,999 confirmed cases, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 656,056. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 20, 2021
Mar
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Rajasthan The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sa

COVID-19 pandemic in India COVID-19 pandemic in Rajasthan The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sagwara, and Kushalgarh from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. IST beginning tomorrow. The government will also require travelers from other states to carry a negative PCR test from the previous 72 hours beginning March 25 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 21, 2021
Mar
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Rajasthan The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sagwara, and Kushalgarh from

COVID-19 pandemic in Rajasthan The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sagwara, and Kushalgarh from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. IST beginning tomorrow. The government will also require travelers from other states to carry a negative PCR test from the previous 72 hours beginning March 25 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 21, 2021
Mar
21
Politics / Government

The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sagwara, and Kushalgarh from 11:00 p.m.

The Rajasthan state government imposes a curfew in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Sagwara, and Kushalgarh from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. IST beginning tomorrow. The government will also require travelers from other states to carry a negative PCR test from the previous 72 hours beginning March 25 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 21, 2021
Mar
22
Politics / Government

2021 Republic of the Congo presidential election, COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of the Congo Guy Brice Parfait Kolélas, the opposition presidential candidat

2021 Republic of the Congo presidential election, COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of the Congo Guy Brice Parfait Kolélas, the opposition presidential candidate, dies from COVID-19 on a plane en route to France for treatment, a day after the election. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 22, 2021
Mar
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia President Vladimir Putin receives a dose of a domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccine; it is unknown which of Russia's current three

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia President Vladimir Putin receives a dose of a domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccine; it is unknown which of Russia's current three vaccine candidates was administered. Earlier in the day, the government had announced this ambiguity was deliberate, before noting that "all three Russian-made vaccines are absolutely reliable and effective." (Reuters via MSN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021
Mar
23
Politics / Government

President Vladimir Putin receives a dose of a domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccine; it is unknown which of Russia's current three vaccine candidates was admin

President Vladimir Putin receives a dose of a domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccine; it is unknown which of Russia's current three vaccine candidates was administered. Earlier in the day, the government had announced this ambiguity was deliberate, before noting that "all three Russian-made vaccines are absolutely reliable and effective." (Reuters via MSN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021
Mar
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea President Moon Jae-in receives a dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine in preparation for a visit to

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea President Moon Jae-in receives a dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine in preparation for a visit to the United Kingdom to attend the G7 summit in June. (The Hill) COVID-19 pandemic in Tajikistan Tajikistan begins their vaccination campaign against COVID-19 on the orders of President Emomali Rahmon. (AKIPress)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021
Mar
23
Politics / Government

United Nations special envoy on Afghanistan Deborah Lyons says that efforts by the United States and Russia should be "focused and coherent" and complement peac

United Nations special envoy on Afghanistan Deborah Lyons says that efforts by the United States and Russia should be "focused and coherent" and complement peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban. She also urges an end to the violence in the country. (Reuters) (ReliefWeb)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2021
Mar
24
Politics / Government

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Slovak Foreign Minister Ivan Korčok resigns amid a wave of mass resignations after President Zuzana Čaputová demande

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics Slovak Foreign Minister Ivan Korčok resigns amid a wave of mass resignations after President Zuzana Čaputová demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Igor Matovič over the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The education minister also resigned. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2021
Mar
24
Politics / Government

Bárcenas affair, Corruption in Spain Former Prime Ministers José María Aznar and Mariano Rajoy testify as witnesses at the National Audience in a corruption tri

Bárcenas affair, Corruption in Spain Former Prime Ministers José María Aznar and Mariano Rajoy testify as witnesses at the National Audience in a corruption trial affecting the People's Party. The main defendant, Luis Bárcenas, claims that Rajoy and Aznar received cash payments from a slush fund, which they deny. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2021
Mar
24
Politics / Government

Former Prime Ministers José María Aznar and Mariano Rajoy testify as witnesses at the National Audience in a corruption trial affecting the People's Party.

Former Prime Ministers José María Aznar and Mariano Rajoy testify as witnesses at the National Audience in a corruption trial affecting the People's Party. The main defendant, Luis Bárcenas, claims that Rajoy and Aznar received cash payments from a slush fund, which they deny. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2021
Mar
25
Politics / Government

War in Afghanistan (2001–2021) Withdrawal of U.S.

War in Afghanistan (2001–2021) Withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, Afghan peace process U.S. President Joe Biden warns that the country will not meet the May 1 deadline to withdraw from Afghanistan. However, he also said that it is unlikely that troops will remain in the country next year. (Reuters) The Bundestag approves a new mandate to let Germany continue to station up to 1,300 Bundeswehr soldiers in Afghanistan until January 31, 2022. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 25, 2021
Mar
25
Politics / Government

Withdrawal of U.S.

Withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, Afghan peace process U.S. President Joe Biden warns that the country will not meet the May 1 deadline to withdraw from Afghanistan. However, he also said that it is unlikely that troops will remain in the country next year. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 25, 2021
Mar
26
Politics / Government

Tigray War Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces that Eritrean troops will withdraw from the Tigray Region after pressure mounted on them on accusations

Tigray War Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces that Eritrean troops will withdraw from the Tigray Region after pressure mounted on them on accusations of human rights violations. The announcement came after a meeting with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2021
Mar
26
Politics / Government

Belarus in the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, 2020–2021 Belarusian protests Belarus is disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest after their entry Galasy ZMe

Belarus in the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, 2020–2021 Belarusian protests Belarus is disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest after their entry Galasy ZMesta's song "Ya nauchu tebya (I'll Teach You)" was deemed inappropriate by the European Broadcasting Union due to its "political subtext". Galasy ZMesta has been known for mocking the protests against President Alexander Lukashenko. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2021
Mar
26
Politics / Government

Belarus is disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest after their entry Galasy ZMesta's song "Ya nauchu tebya (I'll Teach You)" was deemed inappropriate by t

Belarus is disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest after their entry Galasy ZMesta's song "Ya nauchu tebya (I'll Teach You)" was deemed inappropriate by the European Broadcasting Union due to its "political subtext". Galasy ZMesta has been known for mocking the protests against President Alexander Lukashenko. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2021
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta announces a lockdown and curfew from 8:00 p.m.

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta announces a lockdown and curfew from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. local time in Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Kajiado and Nakuru counties beginning tomorrow due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (RFI) COVID-19 pandemic in Mauritania Mauritania begins a vaccination campaign against COVID-19 after receiving 500,000 doses of the Sinovac CoronaVac vaccine from China. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2021
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland introduces a mandatory hotel quarantine for travellers from 33 high-risk countries, mostly in South America

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Ireland introduces a mandatory hotel quarantine for travellers from 33 high-risk countries, mostly in South America and Africa. Travellers from these countries will be required to quarantine for 14 days at a government-designated facility. (The Irish Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2021
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