77: At least 77 people were arrested in Kathmandu during a nationwide strike to protest Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli’s decision to dissolve parliament and hold a general election to boost his odds of staying in power amid a …

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Here’s a pick of some of the attractive specials on offer in South Africa during the month of love. In keeping with Coronavirus requirements, all of these establishments are adhering to stringent health and safety cleaning protocols. Booking is essential in …

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WASHINGTON — Two weeks into a new administration, a majority of Americans say they have at least some confidence in President Joe Biden and his ability to manage the myriad crises facing the nation, including the raging coronavirus pandemic. Overall, …

Majority of Americans say they have at least some confidence in President Biden, new poll says Read more »

TORONTO (AP) — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday announced stricter restrictions on travelers in response to new, likely more contagious variants of the novel coronavirus — including making it mandatory for travelers to quarantine in a hotel at their …

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WASHINGTON (AP)- Two weeks into a new administration, a majority of Americans say they have at least some confidence in President Joe Biden and his ability to manage the myriad crises facing the nation, including the raging coronavirus pandemic.             …

AP-NORC Poll: Americans Open to Biden’s Approach to Crises Read more »

Despite having one of the world’s lowest rates of coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and deaths, the Caribbean’s economic survival is in serious jeopardy as tourism-dependent economies struggle with the consequences of the pandemic and travel restrictions being imposed and considered by …

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French Polynesia first reopened to tourists in July, requiring proof of a negative test as well as a travel insurance policy. While tourism is now being cut off, the islands will still allow essential visits, including for health, work, or …

French Polynesia, Caribbean Islands Closing Its Borders to All Tourists Read more »