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Portuguese proverb of the day: 'One day belongs to the prey, another to the hunter'

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The age-old Portuguese saying, "One day belongs to the prey, another to the hunter," encapsulates the unpredictable nature of life. This proverb serves as a poignant reminder that success and failure are fleeting. It calls for humility in triumph and instills hope in defeat, demonstrating that today's champions can easily falter tomorrow, whether in sports, business, or personal endeavors. from World News, Today World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News, Trending News of World - Times of India https://ift.tt/QBWxKLA

YSRCP MLC Challa Ramakrishna Reddy dies of COVID-19

He had tested positive for COVID-19 soon after the Assembly session and was shifted to Hyderabad for better treatment. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hwjlWS

Multi-purpose facility centres under RBKs soon

Chief Minister wants the facilities to become available by 2022 Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rJ6Mfv

Protesting farmers stay put in severe New Delhi cold as talks with government remain deadlocked

The protests have also led to traffic congestions, forcing the police to divert vehicular movement. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2X0vBpg

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee vows to continue her fight for people

On the foundation, senior TMC leaders hoisted the party flag and congratulated workers for their tireless efforts in serving people. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/396kUY3

On January 1, 3.7 crore babies worldwide and 60,000 in India are expected to be born

Globally, over half of these births are estimated to take place in 10 countries, according to a press statement from the UNICEF Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3843vQn

Coronavirus updates | Schools reopen partially in Kerala

A dry run will be conducted by all the State and Union Territory governments on January 2 with the objective of preparing for the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccine across the country, the Union Health Ministry said. The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3pJG44R

Low COVID caseload in Telangana could be due to antibodies

Falling death count in Telangana is a reliable indicator that severity of the virus has come down V. Geetanath from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38Toswj

Over 50 countries launch Covid-19 vaccination campaigns

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Around 50 countries around the world have already started vaccinating their people against Covid-19, barely a year after the first alert by China signalled the start of the epidemic. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2X13lmA

Red panties to attract love? We tell you how to really call your life good luck

Red panties to attract love? We tell you how to really call your life good luck If you are one of those who thinks that luck is born with you, you are wrong. Good or bad, you create it yourself. Edith Gómez from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/2L7W3uy

Fake IPS officer held

The Tirupati Urban District police nabbed a person who had hoodwinked several women in Tirupati by posing as police commissioner of Hyderabad. Moham Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34ZMu7W

North Korea's Kim thanks people in rare New Year's cards

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un thanked the public for their trust and support "in the difficult times" and wished them happiness and good health in his first New Year's Day cards sent to his people. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3pFkrlY

Morning Digest: India close to approving COVID-19 vaccine; fiscal deficit shoots up to 135% of Budget target, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3o4PuHr

Ramateertham incident: police form special teams to trace culprits

The Vizianagaram Police Department formed five special teams to trace the culprits who vandalised Lord Rama's idol in Kodandarama temple on Ramateerth Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38Q07HY

Stone for ESI hospital to be laid this month in E. Godavari

Paper mill to make way for the ₹98 cr. facility in Rajamahendravaram Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3n8kxRw

A private cloud for your business

A private cloud for your business The correct handling of data is the basis of the transformation of every industry and company. We present you an option to manage and protect your organization's information through a NAS server. Marisol García Fuentes from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/3humPJC

Sloth bear dies after being caught in a snare

It died by the time rescue team reached the spot K. Umashanker from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/383DMrf

10 people arrested in Tadipatri clashes

‘Unruly behaviour will not be tolerated’ Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3pKMxfX

WHO clears Pfizer vaccine for emergency use

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The World Health Organization says it has cleared the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for emergency use, meaning poorer countries may soon get access to the shot already available in Europe and North America. Every country that has a drug regulatory agency will have to issue its own approval for any Covid-19 vaccine, but countries with weak systems usually rely on WHO to vet the shots. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3rMPajc

NMR train resumes service after nine months

Hundreds of people, mostly tourists, queued up to board the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) at Udhagamandalam on Thursday. Train services were resumed Rohan Premkumar from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aZHKmG

‘Punjab govt. encouraging hatred’

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary and incharge for Punjab affairs Dushyant Gautam on Thursday accused the Congress governmen Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3b1s6Hg

Power loom federation urges Centre not to levy anti-dumping duty on yarn

Stating that imposing anti-dumping duty on viscose spun yarn (VSF) will totally affect the power loom units leading to its closure, members of the Tam Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34XlQfQ

Bengal records second case of mutant virus strain

Kolkata Corporation testing family members and tracing passengers who took the same flight Shiv Sahay Singh from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KU99LU

Brexit: United Kingdom exits EU's orbit after 48 years

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The United Kingdom left the European Union's orbit on Thursday, turning its back on a tempestuous 48-year liaison. Brexit, in essence, took place at the strike of midnight in Brussels, or 2300 London time (GMT), when the United Kingdom ended the de facto membership, known as the transition period, which lasted 11 months after it formally left on Jan. 31. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/38JgGoI

2020 finally ending, but New Year’s revelries muted by virus

Sydney is Australia’s most populous city and has its most active community transmission of COVID-19 in recent weeks. AP from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KGg5fS

Pak arrests 14 people over demolishing of Hindu temple

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Pakistani police arrested 14 people in overnight raids after a Hindu temple was set on fire and demolished by a mob led by supporters of a radical Islamist party, officials said Thursday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/382WUpc

Kerala Assembly passes resolution urging Centre to scrap farm laws

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan presented the resolution in the House which convened for a special session to discuss the laws. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WYGVSY

IAF sends helicopter to tame wildfire in Dzukou Valley on Manipur-Nagaland border

Manipur Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh said the fire started two-three days ago Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3huDInr

Mutant U.K. virus: Five more test positive after genome sequencing, 25 cases so far in India, says Health Ministry

Data released by the Ministry said that the active COVID-19 cases in the country has now declined to 2.57 lakh Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WXzLhF

2020 finally ending, but New Year’s revelries muted by virus

Sydney is Australia’s most populous city and has its most active community transmission of COVID-19 in recent weeks. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3n5tFpY

Entire EPF interest amount likely to be credited today

The EPFO had proposed splitting the 8.5% interest into two instalments of 8.15% and 0.35% due to the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3htz35h

Government tells BU to reinstate Finance Officer

The official had submitted a report alleging irregularities in the university's finances Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KSeCTv

A year with all work and a little play

A crucial two years of skill and career development are interrupted K. Krishnamurthy from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2L8Orbb

3 civilians wounded in car blast in Kabul

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Three civilians were wounded after a blast in a car in PD7 of Kabul city on Thursday morning. The explosion occurred in Chehel Sutoon area. No fatalities have been reported yet. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3pBYR1L

Pak to purchase 1.2 mn vaccine doses from China

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Pakistan will purchase 1.2 million Covid-19 vaccine doses from China's Sinopharm, a minister said on Thursday, the first official confirmation of a vaccine purchase by the South Asian country as it battles a second wave of infections. China has approved Sinopharm for general public use. Pakistan had earlier this month approved $150 million in funding to buy Covid-19 vaccines, initially to cover the most vulnerable 5% of the population. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3n4hVnL

U.P. seized property worth ₹733 crore from alleged mafia and gangsters in 2020

The properties were attached under Section 14 of The Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 1986 Omar Rashid from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/382S772

Coronavirus updates | Night curfew imposed in Delhi on Dec. 31, 2020 and Jan. 1 2021, from 11 pm to 6 am

Not more than 5 people to assemble at public places in Delhi during night curfew to avoid large gatherings in view of COVID-19 The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3o0W1D6

Iran honours 'martyr' Soleimani, killed a year ago by US

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Since his death in a January 3 Baghdad drone strike that sparked mourning across Iran at mass funeral processions, the "martyr" Soleimani has entered the ranks of Iran's glorious generals, immortalised in portraits, sculptures, ballads and an upcoming TV series. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3mZxzko

Yemen airport blasts kill 26 as govt plane arrives

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At least 26 people were killed when explosions rocked Yemen's Aden airport moments after a new unity government flew in, in what some officials charged was a "cowardly" attack by Iran-backed Huthi rebels. Although all government ministers were reported to be unharmed in Wednesday's attack, more than 50 people were wounded, medical and government sources told AFP in the southern city, with the casualty toll feared likely to rise. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3rGpIM6

‘Mission Build A.P.’ case: State to challenge High Court order in the Supreme Court

HC judges made certain comments with malicious intent, alleges Additional Advocate General P. Sudhakar Reddy V. Raghavendra from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3o2A9HC

China gives conditional approval to Sinopharm vaccine

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China has given conditional approval to a coronavirus vaccine developed by state-owned Sinopharm. The vaccine is the first one approved for general use in China. Chen Shifei, the deputy commissioner of China's Medical Production Administration, said at a news conference Thursday that the decision had been made the previous night. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Mi96Kh

Trump push on $2K checks flops as Senate won't vote

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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell all but shut the door Wednesday on President Donald Trump's push for $2,000 Covid-19 relief checks, declaring Congress has provided enough pandemic aid as he blocked another attempt by Democrats to force a vote. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2X00Ctj

25 days that changed world: How Covid slipped China’s grasp

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China’s reluctance to be transparent about those initial weeks has also left gaping holes in what the world knows about the coronavirus. Scientists have little insight into where and how the virus emerged, in part because Beijing has delayed an independent investigation into the animal origins of the outbreak. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2KNFX9v

Morning Digest: Farmers, Centre reach agreement on two issues; States cautioned on 'super spreader' events, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hweq8D

Yemen airport blasts kill 26 as government plane arrives

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Punjab govt. to lift night curfew from January 1

It asks people to follow virus norms Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3ht4zAn

Tamil Nadu wins Digital India award

State awarded gold under the category ‘Excellence in Digital Governance - State/U.T.’ Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3o3ilfx

Rajinikanth’s advisor, Tamilaruvi Manian, quits politics

Mr. Manian’s announcement came a day after actor Rajinikanth announced his decision not to launch a party Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hr88Xy

Vice-President meets Yediyurappa

Vice President of India M Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday met Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa at the Kumara Kripa Guest House and held discussions on issu Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3pAff2R

A year that made you stay put at home

For those not accustomed to staying indoors, 2020 posed several challenges. We find out how the passing year has been for some of them who did WFH Harikumar J S from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34TCPQh

20 found with mutant variant of SARS- CoV-2 virus reported from U.K.: Health Ministry

The Health Ministry said that apart from the six found positive on Tuesday these cases were reported in Delhi and Bengaluru. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3prE15g

Nashville bomber: The world is 'never going to forget me'

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Anthony Quinn Warner, the man accused of exploding a bomb in Nashville on Christmas, told a neighbor days earlier that the city and and the world would never forget. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/38MRRZi

US 'stands ready' to try mastermind behind Daniel Pearl murder

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The US Attorney General on Tuesday said that the US "stands ready" to try a militant convicted of murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl whose release was ordered by a Pakistani court. "We remain grateful for the Pakistani government's actions to appeal such rulings to ensure that (Sheikh) and his co-defendants are held accountable," said acting attorney general Jeffrey Rosen. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2WU5BM7

First US Congressmember dies of Covid-19

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A representative-elect from Louisiana died of Covid-19 on Tuesday, the first member of the US Congress to succumb to the disease. Republican Luke Letlow, 41, had been elected to Louisiana's 5th district and was due to be sworn in on Sunday. Louisiana governor John Bel Edwards announced the news on Twitter with a "heavy heart." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2WRIHVQ

TDP urges NCSC to conduct enquiry into attacks on Dalits

TDP Politburo member Varla Ramaiah said the TDP had regularly updated the NCSC about attacks against Dalits, but no action had been taken thus far. Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rM5Pn1

Militant killed in Srinagar encounter, another still hiding at site

The joint operation, which was suspended due to darkness on Tuesday night, resumed in the morning Peerzada Ashiq from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hzmLbt

Counting of votes for Gram Panchayat polls begins in Karnataka

The counting process began at 226 centres at 8 a.m. and the results are expected to be out by afternoon. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WUP9eB

China sentences 10 seeking to flee HK to prison

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A Chinese court on has sentenced 10 pro-democracy activists who sought to flee Hong Kong earlier this year to between seven months and three years in prison. Hong Kong media reports said at least one may have had a warrant out for his arrest. The sentences appear to be a warning to opposition activists against trying to evade provisions of the national security law. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2L6wRUY

14 more cases of new variant of coronavirus reported in India

The Health Ministry said that apart from the six found positive on Tuesday these cases were reported in Delhi and Bengaluru. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rBn3Df

Coronavirus live: Total 20 U.K. returnees test positive for new variant in India

In the U.S., first reported case of COVID-19 variant found in Colorado. The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3n0MqL8

North Korea's Kim reviews agenda for congress in early Jan

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reviewed the agenda for an important ruling party congress set for early next month, state media reported on Tuesday, dispelling outside speculation that the North might delay the meeting due to the Covid-19 pandemic. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/38M2ewj

Harry, Meghan's son reveals 'American accent' on podcast

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's toddler son Archie was heard speaking for the first time on Tuesday, as the couple released their first podcast, with British media seizing on his "American" accent. Archie wished listeners "Happy New Year" at the end of the couple's debut on the Spotify audio streaming platform. Archie's appearance comes after the couple launched a spate of legal actions against the media over alleged breaches of their privacy. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/34TqP1b

Land Rover employee asks for 808 sick days, company fires him, and he wins lawsuit

Land Rover employee asks for 808 sick days, company fires him, and he wins lawsuit Absences cost the company more than $ 130,000. from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/2L0JJMu

New Covid variant hits US as Biden vows all-out effort

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Colorado governor Jared Polis said a man in his 20s in Elbert County near Denver was infected with the variant known as B.1.1.7 and is isolating. President-elect Joe Biden vowed he will significantly ramp up a fledging vaccination drive. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37YyjBP

Bangladesh ships 1,804 Rohingya to isolated island

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Singapore starts vaccination for healthcare workers

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Singapore became the first Asian country to start vaccinating healthcare workers against Covid-19 with Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on Wednesday. The health ministry's expert committee had recommended that persons at high risk of being infected, including healthcare workers and front-line workers, should be given priority for vaccination. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3pxoxfT

Morning Digest: Six U.K. returnees test positive for new coronavirus variant, Centre and farmers to resume talks with low expectations, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hzbAj1

UP minister’s brother booked for using photos of Modi, Adityanath to promote mobile brand

As questions were raised about the photos, they were removed from the hoarding by the advertising agency. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34Ximds

Third tranche of Rythu Bharosa amount, Nivar input subsidy released

51.59 lakh farmers to benefit; 8.34 lakh get relief for damage to crops Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3o08Pd4

‘Provide security to former MLA’

TDP national president N. Chandrababu Naidu has written a letter to the Director General of Police (DGP), urging him to ensure the safety of party lea Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hz4oDx

Cong. leader shot at by bike-borne assailants in U.P.

Vinod Tomar, a practising lawyer, was hit in front of the Kalra Guest House in Bijnor when he was returning home on his scooter. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KJ5fpd

Pamban new bridge work progressing slower than schedule

Only 18% of work completed so far though 65% of time has lapsed S Sundar from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rCuydi

Dikshithars relent, cars taken out of Sri Natarajar temple

The committee of Pothu Dikshithars had earlier taken the stand that they would not bring the cars out of the temple to register their protest against the district administration for making online passes mandatory for devotees S. Prasad from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nWsFWz

Two samples genome sequenced at CCMB

All their samples were sent to CCMB for genome sequencing to know if they are carrying new variant of coronavirus. K. Shiv Shanker from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34Tk0Nb

Stalin spreading false information on Pongal gift, TN CM says

Only to ensure that people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic celebrate Pongal happily, has the government announced a cash gift, the CM said Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aXp4DM

Two new species of ginger found from northeast

Discovery by Malabar Botanical Garden and Institute of Plant Sciences researchers Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2Mc1Ijz

Kerala priest alleges insult by CM

For raising questions about Church dispute Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mVK1S0

Samples of seven U.K. returnees positive for new coronavirus variant in Bengaluru

Highly placed sources from the Union Health Ministry told The Hindu that four more samples from Bengaluru, in addition to the three announced, had tested positive for the new variant. Afshan Yasmeen from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mVQLiT

50 journalists killed in 2020: Report

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84% of those killed this year were "deliberately targeted" for their work, RSF said in its annual report, compared to 63% in 2019. "For several years now, Reporters Without Borders has noted that investigative journalists are really in the crosshairs of states, or cartels." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/38GD8iy

Coronavirus live updates: Health, Home departments to track those who have arrived from U.K. in Karnataka

Six samples of U.K.-returnees test positive for new coronavirus strain The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WRI7r1

Six U.K. returnees test positive for new coronavirus variant

From November 25 to December 23, 2020 midnight, about 33,000 passengers disembarked at various Indian airports from the U.K. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WR9cKT

India, Myanmar officials to meet on Jan. 5 to discuss border trade

‘Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was suspended from April and trade between the two countries was slashed by 40%,’ says Manipur MP Iboyaima Laithangbam from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38FNbEo

Pakistan extends ban on flights from UK

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Pakistan on Monday extended the ban on flights from the UK for another week over fears of a new variant of the coronavirus which is reportedly spreading at a much faster rate. The extension was announced by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) after the government decided that the threat level regarding the virus from the UK had not reduced. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/38H0aWz

Morning Digest: MHA extends COVID-19 surveillance till January 31, four States begin dry run for vaccine roll out, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2L6vHJ5

Deputy Chairman of Karnataka Legislative Council found dead

The Railway Police, who registered the case, told The Hindu he had left a note Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KG8gqc

‘Declaring Amartya Sen an illegal occupant is abuse of power’

CPI leader asks PM to intervene and ensure Nobel laureate is treated with respect, dignity Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mXe7EE

In blow to Trump, House votes to override veto of defence bill

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The US House of Representatives dealt a blow to President Donald Trump on Monday by rejecting his veto of a defence bill, setting the stage for the Senate to deliver the first veto override of his presidency. The Democratic-controlled House voted 322 to 87 to override Trump's veto of the $740.5 billion bill from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3aOTbNH

South Africa bans alcohol sales, requires masks in public

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President Cyril Ramaphosa justified a raft of new measures by a "rapid rise" in infections, most by a new strain of the virus feared to be more contagious. He pointed the finger at "super-spreader" social events and an "extreme lack of vigilance over the holiday period". from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hxgFsg

New York state passes tough new anti-eviction bill

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The latest measures bar most landlords from evicting tenants who are unable to pay their rent for at least another 60 days. It also described the measures as "one of the most comprehensive anti-eviction laws in the nation." They will also protect many small landlords from the risk of foreclosure due to lost rental income. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hrLTAI

Biden says Trump Pentagon stalling transition

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"Right now, we just aren't getting all the information that we need from the outgoing administration in key national security area(s)," Biden said. "It is nothing short, in my view, of irresponsibility." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hsOmv4

WHO calls for variant hunt; UK sees 40k+ cases in a day

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10 Leadership Lessons with Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall

10 Leadership Lessons with Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall The takeaways she learned in her 40-year career at AT&T and now leading an NBA team. Jason Nazar from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/31OFKsg

Alibaba shares plummet after announcement under antitrust probe

Alibaba shares plummet after announcement under antitrust probe The Chinese government opened an investigation against the online commerce giant on "suspicion of monopolistic conduct." After this, the value of the company fell 9% and lost more than 100 billion dollars. Alto Nivel from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/2KZOrtR

Chinese citizen journalist faces trial for Wuhan virus reporting

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Zhang Zhan, a former lawyer, could face up to five years in jail if convicted of "picking quarrels and provoking trouble" for her reporting in the chaotic initial stages of the outbreak. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3pna8mo

Top China official meets Nepal prez with ‘message from Xi’

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450m people, 27 nations: Europe’s vaccination campaign in full swing

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BJP involved in horse-trading in West Bengal: Digvijaya

“The way animals were earlier sold in the mandis (markets), nowadays MLAs are being sold,” he added. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mXf5Rf

Jaishankar meets business leaders in Qatar; highlights investment opportunities in India

The Minister virtually interacted with the Indian community in the country and appreciated their contribution to meeting the COVID-19 challenge. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nOtwsh

Inner-Line Permit is Centre’s biggest gift to Manipur, says Amit Shah

Prime Minister thought denying ILP will be an injustice to the indigenous people of the State, says Home Minister. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KFmXKf

SII to launch first indigenous pneumonia vaccine

The vaccine is expected to be much more affordable than the existing ones manufactured by two foreign companies. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aLdg7H

'2 of 15 destructive 2020 climate disasters impacted India'

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A new global report in its analysis of 15 most destructive climate disasters of 2020 has found that nine of these extreme events, including two in India, caused damage worth at least $5 billion. Though hurricanes in the US and central American countries turned out to be the most expensive ($41 billion), floods in India during June-October period caused the loss of highest number of human lives. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3prC2Of

They discover in Pompeii remains of an old 'fast food' stall still with food

They discover in Pompeii remains of an old 'fast food' stall still with food The thermopoly, where street food and drinks were sold, was buried for nearly 2,000 years under the ashes. However, it still retains its colorful decoration and even food scraps. Entrepreneur en Español from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/2WQZiZG

Rajinikanth discharged from hospital, advised a week’s bed rest

Actor’s BP has stabilised and he is feeling better, say hospital sources Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37OTpTb

‘Honest minds will unseat corrupt regime’

It is time for demonstrating real meaning of honesty in public life, says Kamal Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aQ2flx

‘No infrastructure development in T.N.’

50,000 MSMEs have shut down; AIADMK govt. has failed to attract investments, says DMK leader S Sundar from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hkCpYd

New post in AIADMK for Jakkaiyan

Cumbum legislator S.T.K. Jakkaiyan has been made an organisation secretary of the ruling AIADMK, according to a press release issued by party co-ordin Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3psvOOd

When Vaiyacheri dominated the music world

It is the birth place of Vaidyanatha Sivan and Ramasamy Iyer, both great musicians B. Kolappan from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KIsAHv

Villupuram teacher draws praise from PM

N.K. Hemalatha loaded lessons in pen drives and shared them with students Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hkj89n

Senior AIADMK leader dismisses demand for share in power

Munusamy rebuts criticism against Dravidian movement at campaign launch Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mOpkY5

‘AIADMK is leader of NDA in Tamil Nadu’

Former MP C.P. Radhakrishnan, who is in charge of the Kerala BJP, said on Sunday that the AIADMK is the leader of the National Democratic Alliance (ND Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rtRhbk

Land row: Intellectuals protest against treatment meted out to Sen by Visva-Bharati

They were holding placards saying “Will not accept BJP’s insult to Bengalis”, “Insult to Amartya Sen is insult to Bengalis”. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KFcKgT

Virus no reason to unreasonably restrict religious matters: HC

Cuddalore administration’s decision on temple fest set aside Mohamed Imranullah S. from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KWFGAX

‘Will set up special courts to deal with sexual assault’

DMK leader responds to The Hindu report Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hosmBy

Three more U.K. returnees test positive for virus infection

State logs 1,009 cases; active cases drop under 9,000 Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aJz03J

‘Ministers must make balanced comments’

Modi’s photos must be kept at all panchayat offices: BJP T.N. co-incharge T.K. Rohit from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hkO0Gw

JD(U) not in favour of laws against conversion for marriage: KC Tyagi

“Provisions of the Constitution and CrPC give freedom to two adults to choose life partners of their choice irrespective of one’s religion, caste or region,” Mr. Tyagi said. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KIq4Rz

EU nations eagerly kick off mass Covid-19 vaccinations

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European Union nations kicked off a coordinated effort on Sunday to give COVID-19 vaccinations to the most vulnerable among the bloc's nearly 450 million people. Health care workers, the elderly and leading politicians got some of the first shots across the 27-nation bloc to reassure the public that the vaccinations are safe and represent the best chance to emerge from the pandemic. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3ryGKeQ

At least 7 killed in knife attack in northeastern China

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MJK functionary held with banned tobacco products

MJK’s Tiruppur district secretary Hyder Ali, was riding a two-wheeler with a bag containing the tobacco products on the night of Dec. 26. Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37Sp7yW

Nagpur jail refused to accept things brought for G.N. Saibaba, says his lawyer

Prof. Saibaba's lawyer Aakash Sarode said that of the 34 different things that he wanted, the prison authorities accepted only 13 items PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KTqDrA

Two workers killed, nine injured as van tips over near Tiruchuli

The driver claimed the vehicle tipped over as he tried to avoid hitting another vehicle. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aM9qLA

Arudra darshan in Ramanathapuram from Dec. 29 with strict COVID-19 protocol: SP

Devotees from outside the district will not be permitted to visit the temple for the arudra darshan festival. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34LPnt4

Shah offers prayers at Assam’s Kamakhya temple

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday offered prayers at Shaktipeeth Kamakhya temple atop the Nilachal Hills here, on the last day of his three-da PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34JNKf6

Dance historian Sunil Kothari dies of cardiac arrest

Kothari received numerous titles and awards for his contribution to Indian dance forms including the Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38ShdVN

Former Congress MLA Yasodha dies of health complications

She was a prominent Dalit leader and acted as the voice of the commoners, K.S. Alagiri said. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mN6IYt

Hospital to take a call on Rajinikanth’s discharge in the afternoon

Mr. Rajnikanth was admitted at the hospital on the morning of December 25, after his blood pressure showed “severe fluctuations”. Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nW49oC

And, they all fall down

The recent case of rape of a 13-year-old and her forced entry into prostitution is a grim reminder of how the state and society failed her, at every level, though laws and schemes to help and rehabilitate children in distress are aplenty Vivek Narayanan, Ramya Kannan from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37NwRCh

Watch | A look at Kashmir's ancient art of papier mache

A video on Kashmir’s papier mache tradition that has been passed on orally from one generation to the other The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hm4zSw

People have supported ‘vocal for local’: Modi on Mann ki Baat

“I feel happy and reassured when I see the youth of the country. They have the ‘can do’ approach.” Damini Nath from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3pqstix

Two killed, seven injured in blast in Balochistan

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Here’s a look at how social media fared in 2020

The year 2020 was crucial for Facebook and Twitter, testing the social networks' abilities to curb hate speech and misinformation. But have they been successful? Sowmya Ramasubramanian from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hjqmu0

Second phase of GP polls underway in Karnataka

Polling is underway in Karnataka on Sunday for the second phase of elections to 2,709 gram panchayats in 109 taluks.Polling began at 7 a.m. and will Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34O0TE3

Youth hacked to death in Kerala

‘Honour’ killing by wife’s father, uncle alleged Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3pthzJ8

Bengaluru will get a circular metro under Phase III

BMRCL is planning to extend its network from Hebbal to J.P. Nagar under Phase III Suchith Kidiyoor from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37QmCx6

Coronavirus live updates: U.K. says regulator must be given time to carry out Oxford COVID-19 vaccine review

India looking to U.K. before giving emergency use authorisation to Serum Institute The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nR8zgd

Morning Digest: Three months on, wounds remain raw in Hathras; Repeal of agriculture laws tops farmers agenda for fresh talks on December 29; and more

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Europe begins vaccine rollout as new Covid variant spreads

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A countdown, and then a blast leave Nashville shaken

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China sending team to Nepal to prevent ruling party split

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In a sign of growing unease in Beijing over the political crisis in Nepal, China is sending a high level delegation of the Chinese Communist Party to Kathmandu on Sunday to persuade the two warring factions of the Nepal Communist Party to stay together. ​​Nepali media reported that a delegation under the leadership of vice-premier Guo Yezhuo would be in Kathmandu to speak to all the political factions and leaders in Nepal’s ruling party to help them bridge their differences. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hiRARJ

150 soldiers in Delhi for Republic Day parade test positive for COVID-19

They have been quarantined at Delhi Cantonment, according to sources Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2L04JCT

Three seriously injured in Berlin shooting, fire service says

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India's daily COVID-19 fatality count below 300 after over 6 months

22,273 new cases were reported across the country, according to data updated by the Union Health Ministry on Saturday. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34JEqYC

Five daily wagers killed in road accident

While four people died on the spot, another succumbed on the way to the hospital Abhinay Deshpande from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38whH3w

Pakistan violates ceasefire along IB in J&K's Kathua

Firing from across the IB in the Satpal Border Outpost area of Hiranagar sector prompted strong retaliation by the BSF, say officials PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mW5DOo

Coronavirus live updates: 8 U.K.-returned people test COVID positive during Delhi govt. door-to-door drive

Four States gearing up for COVID-19 vaccine roll-out The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38Af4Oe

Gingee DMK MLA booked for flouting COVID-19 rules

According to police large number of locals had turned up at the meeting organised by the DMK, without following physical distancing guidelines Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mW4XIQ

Two militants arrested in Jammu; arms and ammunition seized

According to police, Raees Ahmad Dar and Subzar Ahmad Sheikh were affiliated with the terror outfit, ‘The Resistance Force', believed to be a shadow of Lashkar-e-Taiba. PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2JoJLgO

3 Burundian peacekeepers killed in C African Republic

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Breakfast, freezers, Lego: On the vaccine trail in Germany

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Major blast hits Nashville after chilling bomb warning

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The blast shattered windows and ripped apart trees but appeared calculated to spare lives, injuring just three people as it detonated at 6:30am (1230 GMT) in a section of the southern US city that was largely deserted due the early hour and the Christmas Day holiday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37OPHsH

Morning Digest: Farmers refute PM Modi’s charge of changing demand, Congress plans ‘Save cow’ march in U.P., and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2KWnLu8

Fervour marks Vaikunta Ekadasi

Chief Justice of India among VIPs who had darshan on the auspicious day Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38QbPT5

Jagan celebrates Christmas at Pulivendula church

‘Day chosen to distribute pattas as it also coincided with Vaikunta Ekadasi’ Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38BD57t

COVID-19 | 1,148 persons arrived in A.P. from U.K. in one month, four test positive

A.P. registered 354 new COVID-19 cases and two deaths (Krishna and Guntur districts) in the last 24 hours ending on Friday morning. Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2M8yYIB

Covid-19: France confirms first case of new virus variant

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Black doctor dies of Covid after complaining of racist treatment

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4 Ways to Stop Attracting People Who Can't Afford Your Services

4 Ways to Stop Attracting People Who Can't Afford Your Services Are you marketing yourself and your product to the people who will actually pay for it? Fabi Paolini from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/39NllYX

‘TDP blocking land allotment to poor’

Will approach SC against stay: Jagan Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34MQtom

Union Minister evades question on AIADMK alliance’s CM candidate

In Tamil Nadu too, the BJP will show a stellar performance in the Assembly election, says Javadekar Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WHGooe

Kerala govt. keen on avoiding legal tangle with Governor

Ministers Balan and Sunil Kumar visit Raj Bhavan, spend over an hour with Arif Muhammad Khan Thiruvananthapuram from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3huK8TL

Teacher spends her savings to help pandemic-hit persons

Since March, she has distributed ₹35 lakh in assistance Kathelene Antony from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3rsN5IW

Why 2021 Could Be the Best Year For You to Start a Company

Why 2021 Could Be the Best Year For You to Start a Company Here are three reasons you should trust your instincts and go all-in on your new company idea in 2021. Kelly Wing from Entrepreneur: Latest Articles https://ift.tt/3fy8eMb

President, Vice-President, PM Modi pay rich tribute to Vajpayee on birth anniversary

President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were among the dignitaries who paid rich tribute to for PTI from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mLcERP

Seven MLAs switch over to BJP in Arunachal Pradesh

Saffron party’s count in the 60-member Assembly goes up to 48 Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38ANJvm

Coronavirus live updates | COVID-19 active caseload remains below 3 lakh in country; recoveries cross 97 lakh

Flights between India and U.K. remain suspended till Dec. 31 The Hindu Net Desk from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aIrkP9

Dalit organisations gherao women’s panel chief, MLA

Police inaction led to Snehalatha’s death, alleges mother Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/34KSTnj

Governor extends Christmas greetings

Governor Biswa Bhusan Harichandan has conveyed his greetings on the occasion Christmas.In a message on Thursday, Mr. Harichandan said Christmas is a t Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nO5Kgb

EU and Britain seal post-Brexit trade deal

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Boris Johnson: Britain's great Brexit gambler

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Saved from garbage, Russian cat lands on its feet in minister's chair

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Surveillance footage at a waste-sorting plant in Ulyanovsk, near Moscow, on Monday, showed worker Mikhail Tukash scooping up a white plastic bag from a conveyor belt and slashing it open to discover a cat inside. The male cat became a local celebrity who now has been adopted by the environment ministry and unofficially given the position of deputy environment minister. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37LPKp3

Trump golfs in Florida as Covid relief hangs in the balance

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To mark the holiday, the president and first lady Melania Trump tweeted out a pre-recorded video message in which they wished Americans a Merry Christmas and thanked first responders and members of the military. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hfM3es

Morning Digest: Over 6,000 travellers from U.K. traced across States in wake of new coronavirus strain, govt. renews offer for dialogue with farmers, and more

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Lending a tinge of ‘green’ to the Christmas star

Artisans of RT Mission unit of Perumbalam fashion stars out of untreated bamboo S. Anil Radhakrishnan from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3aOD5Ue

Gujarat institute to work forrural development in State

State government signs MoU with Institute of Rural Management Anand Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3mHviKs

Coop. taps into Artificial Intelligence

It aims to enable easy access to banking for customers Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37OI716

Jumbo menace worries farmers

Herd strays into A.P. from Karnataka forests Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nNXrRp

VCK seeks more funds for scholarship scheme for SCs

Allocation should be hiked by 10% each year, says Thirumavalavan Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/37NqFKt

HC stays selection process for SI recruitment

Court says reservation under the PSTM category was not implemented properly B. Tilak Chandar from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WGdogC

ASI makes filming at most monuments free of charge till Aug. 2021

Film and photo shoots on themes of “national importance” at most Centrally-protected monuments across the country would not incur the usual fee start Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38ylVYj

SC/ST panel cannot decide disputes, says Karnataka HC

Court sets aside 2016 order of the commission on a plea filed by a govt. employee Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3nS8xoC

High Court comes to the aid of medical aspirants

It highlights plight of individual candidates; lauds CM for creating revolving fund Staff Reporter from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hia6JO

‘Don’t allow unauthorised gram sabhas’

Only an elected representative from panchayats can hold them, says govt. Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/38unTJk

MEA flags plight of Indian sailors stuck at Chinese ports

39 stuck at 2 ports as crew change is not permitted due to pandemic protocols Special Correspondent from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/3hiKJaT

Govt. sanctions ₹80.83 crore for restoration of 29 heritage buildings

Kanniyakumari and Pudukottai districts account for five buildings each; PWD is confident of restoring all buildings simultaneously T. Ramakrishnan from The Hindu - National https://ift.tt/2WHDrDU

6.2-magnitude earthquake rocks Philippines: USGS

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