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Finland rejects Russian demands that it never join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, with President Sauli Niinistö saying that it is his country's right t

Finland rejects Russian demands that it never join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, with President Sauli Niinistö saying that it is his country's right to join the military alliance if it wants to. (The Daily Telegraph)

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Politics / Government

Finland–Russia relations, Enlargement of NATO Finland rejects Russian demands that it never join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, with President Sauli Ni

Finland–Russia relations, Enlargement of NATO Finland rejects Russian demands that it never join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, with President Sauli Niinistö saying that it is his country's right to join the military alliance if it wants to. (The Daily Telegraph)

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Argentina imposes a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination certificate for people over the age of 13 years to participate in many types of activities, both indoors and

Argentina imposes a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination certificate for people over the age of 13 years to participate in many types of activities, both indoors and outdoors. (Buenos Aires Times)

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Australia reports a record for the twelfth consecutive day of 35,326 new cases of COVID-19.

Australia reports a record for the twelfth consecutive day of 35,326 new cases of COVID-19. New South Wales, Victoria and other states report record numbers of new cases. (The Guardian)

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Austria legalizes assisted suicide for people over the age of 18 years who are terminally ill or who suffer from a permanent, debilitating condition.

Austria legalizes assisted suicide for people over the age of 18 years who are terminally ill or who suffer from a permanent, debilitating condition. (BBC News)

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Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid for adults over the age of 18 years.

Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid for adults over the age of 18 years. (Arab News)

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Birth control in France France begins to introduce free birth control to women aged 18 to 25 years to reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies.

Birth control in France France begins to introduce free birth control to women aged 18 to 25 years to reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies. Up to three million women will receive enhanced access to contraceptive pills, intrauterine devices, patches and injectables. (DW)

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina imposes a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination certificate for people over the age of 13 years to participate in many types o

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina imposes a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination certificate for people over the age of 13 years to participate in many types of activities, both indoors and outdoors. (Buenos Aires Times)

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain, COVID-19 drug development Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain, COVID-19 drug development Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid for adults over the age of 18 years. (Arab News) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates, Travel during the COVID-19 pandemic The United Arab Emirates announces that unvaccinated citizens will be banned from travel and that vaccinated citizens will need to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine beginning on January 10. (Gulf News)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Australia reports a record for the twelfth consecutive day of 35,326 new cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Australia reports a record for the twelfth consecutive day of 35,326 new cases of COVID-19. New South Wales, Victoria and other states report record numbers of new cases. (The Guardian)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain, COVID-19 drug development Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid for adults over the age o

COVID-19 pandemic in Bahrain, COVID-19 drug development Bahrain authorizes the emergency use of Pfizer's anti-viral oral drug Paxlovid for adults over the age of 18 years. (Arab News)

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COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (The Independent)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the p

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (The Independent) COVID-19 pandemic in France France surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the sixth country to reach the milestone. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland The Republic of Ireland reports a record 23,281 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (Irish Independent) Europe surpasses 100 million cases of COVID-19. (Voice of America)

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COVID-19 pandemic in France France surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the sixth country to reach the milestone.

COVID-19 pandemic in France France surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the sixth country to reach the milestone. (Reuters)

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland The Republic of Ireland reports a record 23,281 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland The Republic of Ireland reports a record 23,281 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (Irish Independent)

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates, Travel during the COVID-19 pandemic The United Arab Emirates announces that unvaccinated citizens will be banned

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates, Travel during the COVID-19 pandemic The United Arab Emirates announces that unvaccinated citizens will be banned from travel and that vaccinated citizens will need to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine beginning on January 10. (Gulf News)

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (The Independent)

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England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

England reports a record 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (The Independent)

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France begins to introduce free birth control to women aged 18 to 25 years to reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies.

France begins to introduce free birth control to women aged 18 to 25 years to reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies. Up to three million women will receive enhanced access to contraceptive pills, intrauterine devices, patches and injectables. (DW)

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Immigration / Law / Policy

France officially bans the use of plastic packaging for large vegetables and fruits, such as cucumbers, carrots, and bananas.

France officially bans the use of plastic packaging for large vegetables and fruits, such as cucumbers, carrots, and bananas. Spain plans to introduce a similar law in 2023. (The Guardian)

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France surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the sixth country to reach the milestone.

France surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the sixth country to reach the milestone. (Reuters)

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Politics / Government

Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry survives an assassination attempt when shooters opened fire at a ceremony celebrating the country's independence anniversary

Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry survives an assassination attempt when shooters opened fire at a ceremony celebrating the country's independence anniversary in a church in the city of Gonaïves. (BBC News)

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Israel reports the world's first case of "florona," which is believed to be a double infection of COVID-19 and influenza, in an unvaccinated pregnant woman who

Israel reports the world's first case of "florona," which is believed to be a double infection of COVID-19 and influenza, in an unvaccinated pregnant woman who was admitted to the Rabin Medical Center to give birth. (Hindustan Times)

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Culture / Society

Protesters in Baghdad, Iraq, hold a rally to mark the second anniversary of the assassination of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps general Qasem Soleimani.

Protesters in Baghdad, Iraq, hold a rally to mark the second anniversary of the assassination of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps general Qasem Soleimani. (AP)

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The Republic of Ireland reports a record 23,281 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

The Republic of Ireland reports a record 23,281 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (Irish Independent)

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The United Arab Emirates announces that unvaccinated citizens will be banned from travel and that vaccinated citizens will need to receive a booster dose of the

The United Arab Emirates announces that unvaccinated citizens will be banned from travel and that vaccinated citizens will need to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine beginning on January 10. (Gulf News)

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Politics / Government

Twelve people are killed and 13 others injured during a stampede at the Vaishno Devi Temple in Indian-administered Kashmir, triggered by many people who were at

Twelve people are killed and 13 others injured during a stampede at the Vaishno Devi Temple in Indian-administered Kashmir, triggered by many people who were at the temple to celebrate the New Year. (Al Jazeera) (The Times of India)

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Vaishno Devi Temple stampede Twelve people are killed and 13 others injured during a stampede at the Vaishno Devi Temple in Indian-administered Kashmir, trigger

Vaishno Devi Temple stampede Twelve people are killed and 13 others injured during a stampede at the Vaishno Devi Temple in Indian-administered Kashmir, triggered by many people who were at the temple to celebrate the New Year. (Al Jazeera) (The Times of India)

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Immigration / Law / Policy

Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war The rebel-held city of Idlib loses its supply of water after Russian Air Force jets bombed a nearby water

Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war The rebel-held city of Idlib loses its supply of water after Russian Air Force jets bombed a nearby water station. Airstrikes have increased in the past 24 hours with attacks also reported on farms near the Bab al-Hawa Border Crossing, and on IDP camps near Jisr al-Shughur which killed three people. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Syrian civil war Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war The rebel-held city of Idlib loses its supply of water after Russian Air Force jets bombe

Syrian civil war Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war The rebel-held city of Idlib loses its supply of water after Russian Air Force jets bombed a nearby water station. Airstrikes have increased in the past 24 hours with attacks also reported on farms near the Bab al-Hawa Border Crossing, and on IDP camps near Jisr al-Shughur which killed three people. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Politics / Government

2022 Parliament of South Africa fire A fire breaks out in the South African parliament building in Cape Town, destroying its roof and the wing housing the Natio

2022 Parliament of South Africa fire A fire breaks out in the South African parliament building in Cape Town, destroying its roof and the wing housing the National Council of Provinces. A man has been arrested in connection with the incident. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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A fire breaks out in the South African parliament building in Cape Town, destroying its roof and the wing housing the National Council of Provinces.

A fire breaks out in the South African parliament building in Cape Town, destroying its roof and the wing housing the National Council of Provinces. A man has been arrested in connection with the incident. (France 24)

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Immigration / Law / Policy

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake strikes on the border between Yunnan and Sichuan, China, injuring 22 people.

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake strikes on the border between Yunnan and Sichuan, China, injuring 22 people. (Al Jazeera)

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2019–2022 Sudanese protests Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing three anti-coup protestors in Omdurman earlier

2019–2022 Sudanese protests Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing three anti-coup protestors in Omdurman earlier that day. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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2019–2024 Sudanese transition to democracy 2019–2022 Sudanese protests Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing thre

2019–2024 Sudanese transition to democracy 2019–2022 Sudanese protests Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing three anti-coup protestors in Omdurman earlier that day. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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A South Korean citizen crosses the heavily fortified Korean Demilitarized Zone in a rare case of defection to North Korea from the South.

A South Korean citizen crosses the heavily fortified Korean Demilitarized Zone in a rare case of defection to North Korea from the South. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Bulgaria reports its first 12 cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in five vaccinated people and seven unvaccinated people, most of whom had not travelled ab

Bulgaria reports its first 12 cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in five vaccinated people and seven unvaccinated people, most of whom had not travelled abroad. (Metro)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria Bulgaria reports its first 12 cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in five vaccinated people and seven unvaccinated people, mos

COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria Bulgaria reports its first 12 cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in five vaccinated people and seven unvaccinated people, most of whom had not travelled abroad. (Metro)

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces that he has tested positive for COVID-19. (Politico)

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COVID-19 pandemic on cruise ships AIDAnova, a cruise ship operated by German cruise line AIDA Cruises and carrying 4,197 people, has docked in Lisbon, Portugal,

COVID-19 pandemic on cruise ships AIDAnova, a cruise ship operated by German cruise line AIDA Cruises and carrying 4,197 people, has docked in Lisbon, Portugal, after 52 crew members tested positive for COVID-19 and isolated at various hotels. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Eight people are killed and 19 injured after a heavy-duty tanker semi-trailer collided with a bus in Sichuan Province, China.

Eight people are killed and 19 injured after a heavy-duty tanker semi-trailer collided with a bus in Sichuan Province, China. (Xinhua)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Politics / Government

Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing three anti-coup protestors in Omdurman earlier that day.

Interim Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok resigns in response to security forces killing three anti-coup protestors in Omdurman earlier that day. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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North Korea–South Korea relations A South Korean citizen crosses the heavily fortified Korean Demilitarized Zone in a rare case of defection to North Korea from

North Korea–South Korea relations A South Korean citizen crosses the heavily fortified Korean Demilitarized Zone in a rare case of defection to North Korea from the South. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung reports that Mossad was responsible for three bombings of German and Swiss firms in 1981 to try to halt Iranian and Pakista

Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung reports that Mossad was responsible for three bombings of German and Swiss firms in 1981 to try to halt Iranian and Pakistani development of nuclear weapons. (The Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jan 2, 2022

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War / Conflict / Security

Syrian civil war Five soldiers are killed and 20 more are injured during an Islamic State rocket attack on a military transport bus in the Syrian Desert.

Syrian civil war Five soldiers are killed and 20 more are injured during an Islamic State rocket attack on a military transport bus in the Syrian Desert. (Al Jazeera)