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Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Approved For Use in U.K.
The U.K. has ordered 100 million doses of the vaccine, enough to vaccinate 50 million people.
South Koreans Backed Trump's Talks with Kim and Hope Biden Continues Them
"Now Koreans expect Joe Biden to continue what Trump started," South Korean researcher Lee Sang Sin, who authored a popular opinion study on issues facing the peninsula, said. "The Singapore Agreement is still valid and Biden has no reason to ignore it."
Lebanon Arrests 'Drunk' Youths Who Drew Fire Trying to Cross Into Israel
"A patrol from the Intelligence Directorate stopped three young men as they approached the technical fence in the Sahl al-Khiam area while they were apparently drunk, and the Israeli enemy forces fired at them," the Lebanese Army said following an IDF alert at the tense Israeli-Lebanon border.
Xi Jinping Stresses 'Unbreakable' China-Russia Bond in Call With Putin
The two leaders discussed strengthening their regional alliance, which has seen growing economic ties and joint military drills.
China Calls Xinjiang Human Rights Violations Claims 'Lie of the Century'
Beijing has previously rejected requests by United Nations member states and the European Union to allow independent observers into Xinjiang.
Celebrity Data Auctioned for As Little As $15c in COVID Tracking App Leak
Authorities in the Chinese capital Beijing said they were investigating the data leak, which has so far affected more than 50 celebrities, reports said Tuesday.
Iran Denies Role in US Embassy Iraq Attack, Says Trump Acting Out of 'Fear'
"Security in the region can only be achieved through the removal of foreign anti-instability forces," Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Shamkhani said.
4 German Healthcare Workers Hospitalized Following COVID Vaccine Overdose
"I deeply regret the incident. This individual case is due to individual errors. I wish all those affected that they do not experience any serious side effects," said Stefan Kerth, a Vorpommern-Ruegen district administrator.
London Ambulance Service Sees Additional 2,500 Emergency Calls in One Day
"It's been a horrendous time. Ambulance staff are finding the whole situation very stressful," said one paramedic.
Which Countries Have Administered the Most COVID Vaccine Doses?
Across the globe, more than 4.3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been given, as coronavirus cases and deaths continue to rise.
China, Japan Increase 'Stay Put' Orders, S. Korea Sees Largest Case Spike
South Korea, a country previously touted for curbing the coronavirus pandemic early on, recorded its largest case increase on Christmas Day.
Chinese Media Attacks U.S. 'Selfishness' As Trump Blames Beijing for COVID
Trump said Saturday China is to blame for the financial crisis facing millions of Americans, amid continued wrangling over the stimulus package.
COVID Response Means China To Overtake U.S. as Top Economy by 2028: Report
The British Centre for Economics and Business Research said Saturday the pandemic had "tipped this rivalry in China's favour."
Russia Blames U.S. for 'Visa War' That Caused Embassy Staff Shortages
Reports suggested that senior diplomats have had to take on basic jobs like shovelling snow due to staff shortages.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Gets COVID-19 Vaccine in Televised Broadcast
Prince Mohammed bin Salman's broadcasted vaccination came after several other political leaders were given their first jabs on television.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Sues Victims of Volcano Eruption To Stop Lawsuit
One piece of litigation described Royal Caribbean's decision to allow visitors to the volcanic island "so reckless that it should not be tolerated in civilized society."
Russia Says SolarWinds Hack Blame May Be Ploy to Ruin Putin-Biden Ties
Foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said hacking accusations may spoil Kremlin ties with Biden before he even takes office.
Brazilian Gov. Celebrates Holidays in Miami After Imposing Strict Lockdowns
In an image posted to Twitter on Thursday, the Brazilian governor is shown with his wife Bia Doria at a Miami gathering.
U.K. and EU Agree Brexit Trade Deal
"A day of relief tinged by sadness" is how the chief negotiator saw events over recent days.
Soleimani's Successor Visits Iraq As Trump Threatens Embassy Retaliation
Trump warned Wednesday he would hold Tehran responsible for any Americans killed in Iraq amid a spike in attacks.
Trump Iran Threat Won't Divert From 'Catastrophic' COVID Record, Zarif Says
Trump said Wednesday he would hold Iran responsible for any Americans killed in Iraq, after an uptick in attacks against U.S. targets there.
500 Families Of COVID Victims Are Suing Italian Government
The families allege that Italy's prime minister, health minister and regional leaders contributed to over 70,000 COVID-19 deaths in the country.