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Murder, memes, snark: A killing lays bare US healthcare frustrations

Dec 08, 2024

Washington [US], December 8: Jokes, snark, and a striking absence of sympathy have dominated public sentiment since the murder of a US health insurance executive - exposing deep frustration and anger with the nation's medical system. Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in Manhattan on Wednesday, setting off a citywide manhunt. Within moments of the news breaking, the internet erupted - not with outrage, but with cheers over the death of the 50-year-old father of two.
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South Korea's Yoon apologises for martial law but does not resign ahead of impeachment vote

Dec 08, 2024

South Korea [Seoul], December 8: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologised on Saturday for his attempt to impose martial law this week but did not resign, defying intense pressure to step down even from some in his ruling party and only hours ahead of a planned impeachment vote.

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26 killed in western Cote d'Ivoire minibus collision

Dec 08, 2024

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Interview: BRI delivers benefits to all, says former S. African diplomat

Dec 08, 2024

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Botswana to suspend 70 projects under development manager model

Dec 08, 2024

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South African Airways pilots suspends strike

Dec 08, 2024

Johannesburg [South Africa], December 8: South African Airways (SAA) pilots called off their strike Saturday after receiving a salary increment, the airline said.
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Diplomatic Winter Bazaar opens in Sarajevo to support children in need

Dec 08, 2024

Bosnia and Herzegovina [Sarajevo], December 8: The Diplomatic Winter Bazaar, one of the largest charity events in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), opened in Sarajevo on Saturday, bringing together exhibitors from...
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4 confirmed dead after explosion in The Hague

Dec 08, 2024

Hague [Netherlands], December 8: Four bodies have been recovered from the rubble of an apartment building in The Hague, the Netherlands, which partially collapsed following a major explosion on Saturday...
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Denmark, Egypt to strengthen ties in migration, trade, green transition

Dec 08, 2024
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Serbia among Europe's fastest-growing economies: report

Dec 08, 2024
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Book on Chinese social structure, way of life published in Bulgaria

Dec 08, 2024
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Economic Watch: Bitcoin frenzy highlights U.S. systemic risks

Dec 08, 2024
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Syrian rebels seize fourth city, close in on Homs in threat to Assad's rule

Dec 08, 2024
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"Not our fight": Donald Trump says US should have "nothing" to do with conflict in Syria

Dec 08, 2024
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Three dead, more feared missing after The Hague flat explosions

Dec 08, 2024
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Jewish community comes together after firebomb attack

Dec 08, 2024
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Estonia launches tender for 400 mln euros loitering munitions acquisition

Dec 07, 2024
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12 killed, dozens injured in attacks on Ukrainian cities

Dec 07, 2024
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Georgescu urges electoral authorities to ignore CCR ruling, proceed with voting

Dec 07, 2024
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Ukraine War 1.017: Crimea Bridge Attacked, Russia Will Transfer Oreshnik Missiles to Belarus

Dec 07, 2024
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New developments after martial law in South Korea

Dec 07, 2024
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California hit by 7.0 magnitude earthquake

Dec 07, 2024
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Russia and the West at war over Ukraine

Dec 07, 2024
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Taiwan amid fears of attack

Dec 07, 2024
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Rumors that Mr. Zelensky will travel to France to meet with Mr. Trump

Dec 07, 2024
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South Korean President Apologizes for Martial Law

Dec 07, 2024