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Tanzania president raises doubts over COVID vaccines
President John Magufuli claims, without evidence, that vaccines against COVID-19 are ‘dangerous’.
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Republican party chief to remain ‘neutral’ if Trump runs again
The pro-Trump head of the GOP insists she will not take sides in its next presidential primary in 2024.
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Malaysia orders release of Pakistan plane held over lease dispute
A PIA passenger plane was ordered to be released after it was held in Kuala Lumpur nearly two weeks ago.
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Netherlands: What’s behind violent anti-lockdown riots?
Hundreds have been arrested after participating in riots, among them conspiracy theorists and far-right activists.
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From: Inside Story
Are measures to stop spread of COVID-19 failing?
Protesters have taken to the streets of Dutch cities to demonstrate against coronavirus lockdowns.
Music service Anghami moving from crisis-hit Lebanon to UAE
Decision to shift base from Beirut to Abu Dhabi a ‘no brainer’, firm says, as Lebanon struggles to tackle economic woes.
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Proud Boys leader ‘prolific’ snitch for law enforcement: Reuters
Court transcript shows FBI agent and prosecutor saying Proud Boys leader Henry Tarrio helped convict 13 people.
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