The pro-democracy figures are accused of “subversion” under the controversial security legislation. Source link
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Myanmar coup: Casualties rise as police step up crackdown
Police fire live rounds, tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse anti-coup rallies in several cities. Source link
Dominican Republic announces plans for Haiti border fence
The 380km barrier will curb the flow of illegal migrants, drugs and stolen vehicles, the president says. Source link
New York Governor Cuomo faces fresh claims of sexual harassment
New York’s governor denies wrongdoing and orders an external inquiry after claims by a second ex-aide. Source link
Has China lifted 100 million people out of poverty?
President Xi says China has achieved his poverty reduction pledge – but has it? Source link
Golden Globe Awards 2021: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler return to host the year’s first major film and TV awards ceremony on Sunday. Source link
Maids in Lebanon: ‘My employer treats me like a slave’
Hundreds of foreign domestic maids were dumped outside their embassies last summer in Lebanon after the families they worked for could no longer afford their wages. The horrific scenes were a symptom of the country’s economic meltdown but also Lebanon’s use of foreign workers – a system which human rights groups say amounts to “modern-day […]
The Florida coffee shop where Trump is king
A look inside a “liberal-free zone” and meeting spot for people on the political right. Source link
Covid vaccine: Germany urged to back AstraZeneca jab for over-65s
A senior German immunologist tells the BBC that his country should reverse its decision on the jab. Source link
Cryptocurrencies: Why Nigeria is a global leader in Bitcoin trade
A devaluing currency and hard economic conditions make cryptocurrencies attractive despite the risks. Source link
Covid: How this Indian firm is vaccinating the world
The Serum Institute of India isn’t a household name, but it’s the world’s largest vaccine maker. Source link
El Salvador polls: More power for President Nayib Bukele?
While the election is for the legislative assembly, it is seen as a key test for President Bukele. Source link