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UN Marks International Day of Vesak
A celebration was held in New York on May 20 to observe the International Day of Vesak, which falls on the full moon of the fourth lunar month, dedicated to Lord Buddha.
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Haji Syed Salman named Ambassador for the International Day of Living Together in Peace at Geneva
Haji Syed Salman Chishty, Gaddi Nashin of Dargah Ajmer Sharif and Chairman of the Chishty Foundation has been honored as the Ambassador for the International Day of Living Together in Peace in its seventh edition, which is observed annually on 16 May by member states of the United Nations.
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Vietnamese Pho Stands out at ASEAN Cuisine Promotion Festival
The ASEAN Committee in Prague held the ASEAN Cook Show 2024 in Prague (Czech Republic) on May 16.
WHO: Emergency approve use of China's Covid-19 Sinopharm vaccine
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On Friday, The World Health Organization (WHO) approved for emergency use of China's Covid-19 Sinopharm vaccine, bolstering Beijing’s push for a bigger role in inoculating the world.
May 08, 2021 | 12:45
Covid-19 in India and the world latest news: India’s COVID cases rise by record 414,188
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According to India's health ministry data, the daily record of Covid-19 cases has risen to 414,188, and deaths swelled by 3,915, and experts warned of an "inevitable" third wave.
May 08, 2021 | 11:38
World breaking news today (May 8): WHO approves China's Sinopharm Covid vaccine for emergency use
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World breaking news today (May 8): WHO approves China's Covid vaccine for emergency use. Meanwhile, Iran's Khamenei says Israel 'not a country, but a terrorist base', Former Maldives president recovering after bomb attack and gold price also make headlines today.
May 08, 2021 | 09:10
U.S Secretary Blinken: American West must be "very careful" about Chinese investment
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U.S Secretary of State Anthony Blinken warned the West to be careful about the exact nature of Chinese investment in Western economies in a press conference with British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab.
May 07, 2021 | 15:51
Mother’s Day: Quotes and Message
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Mother's Day is a special day for honoring your mother and the motherhood, contributing to all the hardships that they have been through to raise children and take care of the family. Every mum is different but each is precious to us in our own way. Send her a classic declaration of love with one of these beautiful heartfelt messages.
May 07, 2021 | 14:38
Mother’s Day: History, significance, celebration
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Mother's Day is celebrated in many parts of the world, and is a special day to honour the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.
May 07, 2021 | 12:37
Covid-19 in India and the world latest news: Reports new single-day record of COVID-19 infections
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On Thursday, India set new record of Covid-19 infection cases as the country struggle with shortage of medical supplies and hospitals are crowded with patients, and warning of a third wave will sweep the country.
May 07, 2021 | 11:19
China suspends economic dialogue with Australia
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China cut off a channel for diplomatic and trade talks with Australia on May 6 in a largely symbolic act of fury, following clashes over a wide range of issues including human rights, espionage and the origins of Covid-19.
May 07, 2021 | 11:11
World breaking news today (May 7): US warns West to be 'very careful' on Chinese investments
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World breaking news today (May 7): US warns West to be 'very careful' on Chinese investments. Meanwhile, WHO warns of new Covid-19 wave in Africa, Melinda Gates reportedly rented private island to avoid media after divorce
May 07, 2021 | 09:24
EU to guard against economic competition from China, EU-China investment put on ice
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On Wednesday, EU decided to take a move and guard economic competition from China, and the EU's long-time-coming investment deal with China is facing major hurdles, after EU imposed sanctions against China for human rights abuse.
May 06, 2021 | 14:04
China said US spy planes flew over Bien Dong Sea throughout April
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In its monthly summary, the Beijing-based South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative (SCSPI) said at least 65 US military aircraft operated in the waters.
May 06, 2021 | 13:58
Covid-19 in India: High-tech hunt for scarce COVID-19 vaccines
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Tech experts in Indian have designed websites for people to get Covid-19 shots online, which concerns the fairness among society and jeopardises chances of an equitable vaccine rollout.
May 06, 2021 | 10:20
World breaking news today (May 6): Trump's Facebook ban to stay in place, board rules
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World breaking news today (May 6): Trump's Facebook ban to stay in place, board rules. Meanwhile, US seen as bigger threat to democracy than Russia or China, Pentagon's Watchdog to Investigate Military's Response to UFOs and gold price also make headlines today.
May 06, 2021 | 10:20
Bill and Melinda Gates divorce, $146 billion at stake
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Bill Gates and his wife, Melinda Gates, decided to divorce after 27 years together, raising concerns around the future of one of the biggest and most influential charity organizations in the world.
May 05, 2021 | 11:59
World breaking news today (May 5): Trump launches new communications platform
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World breaking news today (May 5): Trump launches new communications platform. Meanwhile, Singapore extends stay-home notice to 21 days for travellers, Chinese navy to help Indonesia salvage sunken submarine and gold price also make headlines today.
May 05, 2021 | 09:31
China calls for 'basic etiquette' after Philippine outburst
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China urged the Philippines on May 4 to observe "basic etiquette" and eschew megaphone diplomacy after the southeast Asian nation's foreign minister used an expletive-laced Twitter message to demand that China's vessels leave disputed waters.
May 05, 2021 | 07:58
G7 aims to court new allies to counter challenges from China, Russia
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The Group of Seven western democracies aims to court new allies to counter challenges from China and Russia without holding Beijing down and while pursuing more stable ties with the Kremlin.
May 05, 2021 | 07:50
Japanese companies to end use of Chinese drones over security concerns
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Japanese companies will end use of Chinese-made drones over security concerns, joining the government’s efforts to curb the potential security risks.
May 05, 2021 | 07:45
EU condemn Russia over travel bans on Brussels officials
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The European Union has summoned Russia, condemning Moscow over the decision of barring eight officials from entering the country in retaliation for sanctions.
May 04, 2021 | 16:04
Philipines: President Duterte got first dose of Sinopharm's COVID-19 vaccine
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On Monday (May 3), Philipines's President Rodrigo Duterte received his first dose of Sinopharm's vaccine against COVID-19, to encourage his country to get inoculated and help stop the spread of the virus.
May 04, 2021 | 11:32
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