France: Police fire tear gas to stop advance of ‘Freedom Convoy’
Some 7,000 police officers were deployed before weekend protests against coronavirus restrictions, state of economy.
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Canada police move in to clear protesters occupying bridge
Police move in to clear protesters blocking a bridge linking Canada to the US after a court order to end the blockade.
Truck protesters in Canada defy court order to clear key bridge
A judge had ordered an end to the four-day blockade of the Ambassador Bridge, a vital commercial crossing to the US.
Bahrain confirms Israeli officer to be stationed in the country
Foreign ministry says the appointment relates to an international coalition to secure regional 'freedom of navigation'.
US to reopen Solomon Islands embassy amid moves to counter China
Washington promises more diplomatic and security resources to the South Pacific region as China's influence grows.
Turkmenistan to hold early presidential election on March 12
The news comes after the president suggested he was ready to resign, with his son likely to become the successor.
Biden warns Putin of ‘severe costs’ of Ukraine invasion: Live
US president tells Russian leader an invasion would 'produce widespread human suffering and diminish Russia’s standing.'
Sri Lanka bans strikes by healthcare workers amid hospital crisis
The ban comes as trade union action demanding better pay and conditions in the healthcare sector enters a sixth day.
China gives conditional approval for Pfizer COVID pill Paxlovid
China's National Medical Products Administration says more research on the drug needs to be undertaken.
Myanmar military marks 75th Union Day, announces prisoner amnesty
Military chief Min Aung Hlaing issues 'pardon order' to release 814 prisoners to commemorate Union Day anniversary.
In Sierra Leone’s swamps, female farmers make profits and peace
After conflict with mining companies, some female farmers have adapted to work on an overlooked yet abundant ecosystem.
US delays decision on COVID vaccine for children under 5
US FDA postpones decision to approve shot for young children by at least two months, seeking more data.
‘Theft’: Advocates decry US decision to withhold Afghan funds
President Biden's move to put aside Afghan funds for 9/11 victims sets 'problematic precedent', advocates say.
Americans should leave Ukraine within 48 hours, White House warns
US NSA Jake Sullivan urges Americans to leave quickly, as Biden coordinates with European allies on response to Russia.
Ukraine, inflation fears pummel US stocks but oil surges
With Brent touching $95 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate at $93.78, talk of $100 oil no longer seems far fetched.
Sarah Palin versus the New York Times court battle nears end
Jurors must decide if Palin proved the newspaper knew the editorial was false or had reckless disregard for the truth.
Ukraine coastguard patrolling Sea of Azov eye Russian war ships
Coastguard crew members say Russian ships have been stationed in the area for years 'always watching'.
‘It’s time to go home’: Justin Trudeau tells truck protesters
Ontario court orders protesters to end blockade of intl bridge as province declares state of emergency.
Madagascar: Death toll from Cyclone Batsirai rises to 120
Authorities struggle to accommodate about 30,000 people displaced by the storm as the number of casualties spikes.
Back to the future: Super Bowl ads bet on nostalgia, escapism
Advertisers want Americans to forget pandemic woes during Sunday's big game as they sell them EVs, robots and Bitcoin.