Watch the most eyebrow-raising moments between Santos and reporters

Newly elected Republican Rep. George Santos faces growing pressure to resign after he lied and misrepresented his background. See all the times he dodged reporters on Capitol Hill.
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The U.S. faces 'unprecedented uncertainty' regarding abortion law, legal scholar says

Roe author Mary Ziegler has chronicled the legal, political and cultural battles around abortion, and says the debate is far from over: "We're at the very beginning of something very confusing."
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Trump Allies Win Seats on House Oversight Committee, Reflecting GOP Priorities

Some of the former president’s most outspoken defenders will sit on the House’s main investigative committee, underscoring their high-profile roles in the new Republican majority.
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North Korea pledges to revitalise economy after COVID ‘victory’

The secretive state claims 'remarkable successes' after upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/19/north-korea-pledges-to-revitalise-economy-after-covid-victory

Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand’s prime minister

An emotional Ardern says February 7 will be her last day in office and that she will not seek re-election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/19/jacinda-ardern-to-step-down-as-new-zealands-prime-minister

Janet Yellen, Chinese Vice Premier Liu have ‘candid’ talks

The US Treasury said both sides agreed to enhance cooperation on climate change and the economy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/18/janet-yellen-chinase-vice-premier-liu-have-candid-talks

Mother and one-year-old son killed in rare polar bear attack

The 'traumatic' attack occurred on Tuesday near a school in an isolated Alaska Native village in the northwest US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/18/mother-and-one-year-old-son-killed-in-fatal-polar-bear-attack

Baseball fans fight to save iconic Tokyo stadium where Babe Ruth once played

Thousands of baseball fans have signed a petition to save an iconic Tokyo stadium where Babe Ruth once played and which inspired best-selling author Haruki Murakami to first pick up a pen.
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Women living in states with abortion bans suffer greater economic insecurity

Women living in states that restrict or ban abortion face greater economic insecurity than those living in states where they have access, new research finds.
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Young Covid patients are sicker when they have a second infection, such as a cold or RSV, a new study suggests

When Covid-19 patients younger than 5 also test positive for another respiratory virus, they tend to become sicker and develop more severe disease, a new study suggests.
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Hear how Wagner mercenary made daring escape from Russia

Former Wagner mercenary Andrei Medvedev fled Russia, escaping to Norway through freezing conditions and dodging gunfire. Now he's speaking out about Russia's war in Ukraine. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.
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Capitol Police chief says threats against members of Congress 'still too high' despite drop in case numbers

The US Capitol Police's threat investigations dropped in 2022 for the first time in five years but the agency's police chief said the number of threats against members of Congress is "still too high."
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Pentagon Sends U.S. Arms Stored in Israel to Ukraine

Israeli officials had initially expressed concerns that the move could damage its relations with Russia.
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Top Ukraine, US military leaders meet over ‘urgent needs’

Meeting comes as the international community ramps up military aid to Ukraine, including tanks and air defence systems.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/17/top-ukraine-us-military-chiefs-meet-over-urgent-needs

Former Republican State House candidate arrested for allegedly orchestrating shootings at homes of Democrats in New Mexico, police say

Former Republican New Mexico State House candidate Solomon Peña was arrested by an Albuquerque SWAT team Monday in connection with a string of recent shootings at the homes of local Democratic elected leaders, Albuquerque Police said.
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Dior appoints BTS star Jimin as a global brand ambassador

Dior has named BTS star Jimin as a global brand ambassador, a move that further signals South Korea's growing importance to the world's biggest luxury fashion houses.
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California sheriff thinks killing of 6, including a baby, appears to be a 'cartel-style execution'

• 23 years ago, another 6-year-old boy fired a gun in school. The victim was his classmate • Indiana man arrested after toddler shown on live TV with handgun • Video: College basketball player charged with capital murder
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See what's coming up on the new season of 'The Mandalorian'

The Mandalorian and Grogu are back in action.
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Tragic twist discovered involving co-pilot in Nepal plane crash

Families mourn for their loved ones following the Yeti Airlines crash in central Nepal that killed over 70 people. CNN's Ivan Watson reports.
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Renewed Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict Underlines Russia’s Waning Influence

Russia helped end a 2020 war and its troops policed the cease-fire. But with a new crisis in the Caucasus heating up, Moscow, distracted and weakened by Ukraine, has not intervened.
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And Now a Few Words About How Power Makes You Weird

From the royal family to the House of Representatives, it was a strange week.
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‘Delta 1943, Cancel Takeoff’: Wrong Turn Results in Near Miss at J.F.K.

An American Airlines plane crossed about 1,000 feet ahead of a Delta flight about to depart from Kennedy International Airport, officials said.
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Death Toll of Russian Strike in Dnipro Rises to 40, Ukraine Says

The authorities said 34 people remained missing after three days of searching for the living and the dead at an apartment building struck by a Russian missile in Dnipro.
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Latvia urges Western allies to step up military aid for Ukraine

Latvian President Egils Levits says Ukraine needs more support to resist a potential new Russian offensive.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/16/latvia-calls-western-allies-to-step-up-military-aid-for-ukraine

Critics Choice Awards 2023: See who won

It was a starry night in Los Angeles in spite of repeated spates of rain on Sunday, as awards season continued with the 2023 Critics Choice Awards.
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Analysis: Here's a larger 'classified' problem to confront

This is getting absurd.
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American held in Iran launches hunger strike

An American wrongfully detained in Iran is calling on President Joe Biden to take notice of US detainees there, launching a hunger strike Monday to mark seven years since he was left behind in a prisoner swap that brought other Americans home.
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Brendan Fraser wins Critics' Choice Award for controversial role

In what could be the first of many major pieces of hardware for him this award season, Brendan Fraser picked up best actor for his role in film festival darling "The Whale" at Sunday's Critics Choice Awards.
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'Russia's Rambo' -- once a Putin favorite -- says he'd now fight for Ukraine and feels 'nothing but hatred' for his home country

• Live updates: Battle for Soledar continues 'without any respite,' Zelensky says • Dnipro reels from deadly missile strike • Analysis: Warm winter robs Putin of a trump card
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What's the #1 thing to change to be happier? A top happiness researcher weighs in

There are plenty of factors in life that contribute to happiness. But could keeping in touch with your loved ones be the most important?
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Three Reasons the Republican Party Keeps Coming Apart at the Seams

Remember when it was ‘Democrats fall in love; Republicans fall in line'? Me neither.
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NATO chief hints at more heavy weapons deliveries to Ukraine

Jens Stoltenberg says he expects more weapons deliveries to war-torn Ukraine after UK pledges Challenger 2 tanks.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/15/nato-chief-expects-more-heavy-weapons-deliveries-to-ukraine

See a chunk of the road slide off a cliff in California

In Pescadero, California, a road was so saturated with rain it slid off the edge of a cliff. CNN's Natasha Chen reports.
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Attorney Woo and the rise of the K-drama heroine

One of last year's most successful South Korean TV shows, "Extraordinary Attorney Woo," follows the story of a young autistic woman, Woo Young-woo, who navigates adulthood while winning cases at one of the nation's top law firms. Already renewed for a second season, it is now Netflix's sixth most-watched non-English television series and was recently nominated for a 2023 Critics' Choice Award.
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Daredevil Robbie Knievel, son of Evel Knievel, dies at 60

• Lisa Marie Presley lived in a 'horrific reality' after her son's suicide • In pictures: People we lost in 2023
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'It slowly spread like wildfire': Inside the dramatic symptoms of long Covid

Jessica Rosario loved watching her 15-year-old, Eliana, play flute with the rest of the marching band during Open Door Christian School football games. But after the homecoming game in 2021, she got an alarming call from the Ohio school's band director.
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Watch clumsy pandas give their handlers a giant headache

These cubs at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in China are dropping, flopping and rolling their way into our hearts.
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In Video, George Santos Encourages Transgender People to Join GOP

A year before George Santos first ran for Congress, he appeared at an L.G.B.T.Q. event using one of his alternate identities.
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'Inside the Curve' attempts to offer an overview of COVID's full impact everywhere

Visually striking — NatGeo and superb photography have always walked hand-in-hand — and incredibly complete, deep and nuanced, this is a book that comes close to the impossible.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 326

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 326th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/15/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-326

الصومال: «الشباب» تعاقب القبائل الداعمة للحكومة

أفادت تقارير صومالية بإقدام حركة «الشباب» المتطرفة على استهداف مزارع تابعة لقبائل تدعم السلطات الحكومية في حربها ضد الحركة. وأشار ناشطون محليون إلى أن عناصر من «الشباب» أطلقوا النار على قطعان من الماشية بمناطق سبق تحريرها من نفوذهم، وقتلوا ما يزيد على 300 رأس منها، الأمر الذي اعتبره الناشطون «نوعاً من العقاب» للقبائل، كما أنه «يفاقم من المعاناة الإنسانية» في المناطق التي تعاني من أزمات جراء الجفاف ونقص المواد الغذائية.

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Treasury secretary warns US could default on its debt as soon as June

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Staffer searched 6-year-old's backpack before shooting. Now, the school will add metal detectors

Richneck Elementary School in Virginia will install walk-through metal detectors after officials were alerted last week that a 6-year-old student who allegedly shot his teacher might have had a weapon but failed to find it after a search.
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Trump denies raping E. Jean Carroll in newly unsealed deposition

Former President Donald Trump denied sexually assaulting former magazine columnist E. Jean Carroll and said he never pressured a woman to have sex with him in a deposition transcript that was unsealed Friday.
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George Santos said accused 'Ponzi scheme' he worked at was '100% legitimate' when accused of fraud in 2020

Republican Rep. George Santos, said a company later accused of running a "Ponzi scheme" was "100% legitimate" when it was accused by a potential customer of fraud in 2020, more than a year before it was sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Once the company, where he worked, came under federal scrutiny, Santos claimed publicly that he was unaware of accusations of fraud at the firm, a CNN KFile review of Santos' social media and statements found.
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Hear former Obama adviser's caution to Biden amid classified documents issue

Former Obama adviser and CNN senior political commentator David Axelrod tells CNN's Wolf Blitzer why he would advise President Joe Biden against staying quiet about the classified documents found at his home and private office and the related special counsel review.
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'Wakanda Forever' receives 12 NAACP Image Award nominations

The awards honoring entertainers and writers of color will air live in Pasadena, California on Feb. 25. The two-hour show will be held in front of an audience for the first time in three years.
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Biden and Kishida Vow to Bolster US-Japan Alliance as China’s Power Grows

The two leaders discussed tensions with China, North Korea and Russia and plans for deterrence in Asia with U.S. troops and missiles.
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US to send delegation for law enforcement talks to Cuba

Talks come as the administration of US President Joe Biden eases relations with the Caribbean nation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/14/us-to-send-delegation-for-law-enforcement-talks-to-cuba

US treasury secretary Yellen warns of hitting debt cap by June

In a letter, Janet Yellen urged congressional leaders to quickly act to raise the debt ceiling.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/13/us-treasury-secretary-yellen-warns-of-hitting-debt-cap-by-june

US President Biden to give State of the Union speech in February

Biden will likely push for bipartisanship as he faces an empowered Republican majority in House of Representatives.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/13/us-president-biden-to-give-state-of-the-union-speech-in-february

تظاهرات جديدة شمال سوريا رفضاً لـ«المصالحة» مع الأسد

خرجت أمس (الجمعة)، تظاهرات جديدة في المناطق الخاضعة للنفوذ التركي بشمال غربي سوريا، تنديداً بالتقارب بين أنقرة ودمشق ورفضاً لـ«المصالحة» مع نظام الرئيس بشار الأسد.

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Gas pipeline between Lithuania and Latvia blows up

Fire put out at site of a gas pipeline explosion in northern Lithuania with no signs of attack or casualties.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/13/gas-pipeline-between-lithuania-latvia-blows-up

Bauer released by Los Angeles Dodgers after suspension cut - The Associated Press - en Español

Bauer released by Los Angeles Dodgers after suspension cut  The Associated Press - en Español
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«عنوسة سورية» زائدة... غلاء ومهر عالٍ ومستقبل غير واضح

دفعت التكاليف العالية والغلاء وانتشار البطالة إلى عزوف مجموعة كبيرة من شباب درعا عن الزواج، فبعضهم أجل فكرة الارتباط والبعض ألغاها بالكامل. ويلفت الانتباه في الوسط الحوراني وصول عدد من شباب المحافظة إلى سن 35 عاماً من دون الارتباط أو حتى مجرد التفكير فيه. ويعتبر هذا السن في حوران متقدماً في مسألة الزواج، بعد أن كانت من المجتمعات التي تنتشر فيها الزيجات المبكرة.

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Proud Boys did not ‘stand back, stand by’ on Jan 6: US prosecutor

Prosecutor accuses far-right group members of 'mobilising' to storm Capitol as seditious conspiracy trial begins.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/12/proud-boys-did-not-stand-back-stand-by-on-jan-6-us-prosecutor

انقلابيو اليمن يشردون 200 أسرة بين تعز ولحج خلال يومين

رغم التزام الأطراف اليمنية ببنود الهدنة التي انتهت منذ أكثر من ثلاثة أشهر، واستمرار المساعي الدولية والإقليمية الهادفة إلى إبرام اتفاق جديد لهدنة موسعة، سجلت الأمم المتحدة قيام الميليشيات الحوثية بتشريد أكثر من مائتي أسرة في المنطقة الواقعة بين محافظتي تعز ولحج خلال يومين من الأسبوع الأول من الشهر الحالي، وهو ما يمثل 90‎ في المائة من أعداد النازحين الذين سجلوا خلال الأيام الأولى من العام الميلادي الجديد.

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White House: Jill Biden has two cancerous lesions removed - The Associated Press - en Español

White House: Jill Biden has two cancerous lesions removed  The Associated Press - en Español
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Ventimiglia goes from beloved TV dad to debonair grifter - The Associated Press - en Español

Ventimiglia goes from beloved TV dad to debonair grifter  The Associated Press - en Español
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Killer whale dies after beaching itself on Florida coast - The Associated Press - en Español

Killer whale dies after beaching itself on Florida coast  The Associated Press - en Español
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Battle rages in Ukraine town; Russia shakes up its military - The Associated Press - en Español

Battle rages in Ukraine town; Russia shakes up its military  The Associated Press - en Español
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Guantanamo at 21: Advocates renew calls for closing US prison

Guantanamo's legacy of abuse, injustice and 'lawlessness' gets worse with each passing year, former detainee says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/12/guantanamo-at-21-advocates-renew-calls-for-closing-prison

Canada to send armoured vehicles to Haitian government

The vehicles come as Haiti contends with surging levels of gang violence, particularly in the capital Port-au-Prince.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/12/canada-to-send-armoured-vehicles-to-haitian-government

US House Republicans announce investigation into President Biden

The new Republican majority in the US House of Representatives have requested information from Twitter, Treasury Dept.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/11/us-house-republicans-announce-investigation-into-president-biden

Biden administration commends new assault weapon ban in Illinois

Illinois joins eight other US states, including California and New York, in banning the sale of military-style firearms.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/11/biden-administration-commends-new-assault-weapon-ban-in-illinois

ما علاقة جنوب سوريا بالقانون الأميركي لـ«مكافحة الكبتاغون»؟

أمام التحديات التي تعاني منها دول الجوار لجنوب سوريا وبخاصة الأردن، في ضبط ومتابعة الكميات الهائلة من المخدرات المتجهة إلى أراضيها، أقر مجلس النواب الأميركي مشروع «قانون تعطيل وتفكيك شبكات إنتاج (الكبتاغون) والاتجار بها المرتبطة بالنظام السوري».
القانون وبحسب بنوده المعلن عنها، يفرد بنداً خاصاً لدول الجوار، إذ يتضمن، وصفاً للبلدان «التي تتلقى شحنات كبيرة من الكبتاغون وتقييماً لقدرة (أجهزة) مكافحة المخدرات فيها، على اعتراضها أو تعطيل تهريبها». كما ينص صراحة، على «تقديم المساعدة وبرامج لتدريب وبناء قدرات هذه الدول»، على «تعطيل البنية التحتية لكبتاغون النظام السوري».

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Pico Iyer's 'The Half Known Life' upends the conventional travel genre

After years of traversing the globe as the Dalai Lama's biographer and observing how people struggle in searching for meaning, Iyer wonders what kind of paradise can be found in our fractious world.
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Nicaraguan judge orders dissident bishop to stand trial

The ruling comes as part of a years-long crackdown against critics of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/11/nicaraguan-judge-order

US House Republicans vote for investigation of Biden presidency

US House of Representatives approved the creation of a subcommittee to probe the alleged 'weaponization' of government.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/11/us-house-republicans-vote-for-investigation-of-biden-presidency

البرلمان اللبناني يستأنف جلسات انتخاب الرئيس غداً

يستأنف البرلمان اللبناني يوم غد جلساته لانتخاب رئيس جديد للجمهورية، بعد توقف دام ثلاثة أسابيع خلال إجازات الأعياد، حيث دعا رئيس مجلس النواب نبيه بري إلى عقد جلسة ظهر غد الخميس، تحمل الرقم 11 في غياب أي مؤشرات على توافق حاسم يؤدي إلى إنهاء الشغور الرئاسي.

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Peru imposes nightly curfew in restive region after protests

UN and Amnesty International call for investigation after at least 17 killed in anti-government unrest in southern Peru.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/10/peru-imposes-nightly-curfew-in-restive-region-after-protests

US House Republicans get to work, but Democrats raise concerns

The lower chamber of US Congress has approved a new rules package that includes concessions to far-right lawmakers.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/10/us-house-republicans-get-to-work-but-democrats-raise-concerns

Bloody knife found in basement of missing mother's home, prosecutors say

Investigators looking into the disappearance of a Massachusetts woman found a bloody knife in the basement of the home she shares with her husband and accused him of misleading police, a prosecutor with the Norfolk District Attorney's office said in court Monday.
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US SEC charges McDonald’s ex-CEO for misrepresentations

The SEC hit former CEO Stephen Easterbrook with a five-year officer and director bar and a $400,000 civil penalty.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/9/us-sec-charges-mcdonalds-ex-ceo-for-misrepresentations

الحوثيون يستنزفون سكان ذمار اليمنية بالتبرعات الإجبارية للجبهات

أنهى ابن عم زعيم الميليشيات الحوثية محمد علي الحوثي جولته في محافظة إب اليمنية، منتقلاً إلى محافظة ذمار المجاورة (تقع الأولى على بعد نحو 192كلم، والثانية على بعد 100كلم جنوب العاصمة صنعاء)؛ وذلك في سياق سعيه إلى توسيع نفوذ الميليشيات، إضافة إلى إغراء القبائل وإرهابها لحشد المقاتلين والتبرع لصالح حرب الميليشيات.

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Ukraine enhances defences in east amid relentless Russian attacks

Kyiv says it is strengthening forces in Soledar near Bakhmut as it battles attacks by Russia's Wagner mercenary group.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/9/ukraine-enhances-defences-in-east-amid-russian-attacks

Buffalo Bills Score on Opening Kickoff in First Game Since Hamlin’s Collapse

Big plays, including a touchdown on the opening kickoff, defined the Bills’ emotional victory over the New England Patriots. It was the first game Buffalo played since Damar Hamlin’s collapse.
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Bernard Kalb, founding CNN 'Reliable Sources' anchor, dies at 100

Bernard Kalb, the long-time journalist and founding anchor of CNN's "Reliable Sources" program, died on Sunday at his home in North Bethesda, Maryland., his family said. He was 100.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 320

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 320th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/9/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-320

Biden makes first visit to US-Mexico border since taking office

The trip followed unveiling of new immigration policy that rights groups warn could put asylum seekers' lives at risk.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/9/biden-makes-first-visit-to-us-mexico-border-since-taking-office

ارتفاع الذهب وإقبال على شهادات البنوك... أين يحفظ المصريون قيمة جنيهاتهم؟

أثار التزامن بين ارتفاع سعر الذهب في مصر مجدداً، والإقبال الذي وصفه مصرفيون بـ«الواسع» على شراء شهادات ادخار بنوك حكومية أخيراً، انتباه المتابعين بشأن محددات للتعامل مع تأثيرات الأزمة الاقتصادية قِبل المصريين، فضلاً عن أفضل الوسائل التي يلجأ إليها المصريون لحفظ قيمة «جنيهاتهم».
وأعلن محمد الإتربي، رئيس بنك مصر، أن حجم مبيعات «الشهادة البلاتينية» (بفائدة 25%) الجديدة، خلال الأيام الثلاثة الماضية، بلغ 91 مليار جنيه (الدولار يساوي 27.10 جنيه تقريباً)، وقال، في تصريحات، لوسائل إعلام محلية، مساء السبت، إن «لجوء البنك لطرح شهادة بعائد 25 % هدفه معالجة التضخم والدولرة (شراء الدولارات)».

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Why Rep. Robert Garcia will be ceremonially sworn in to office with a vintage Superman comic

California's Robert Garcia will be sworn into office with the Constitution -- and a priceless vintage Superman comic.
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Macy's says its holiday sales will be lower, citing inflation pressures

Turns out inflation may have put a damper on the holidays.
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Woman gets 3 years in bogus good Samaritan online fundraiser - The Associated Press - en Español

Woman gets 3 years in bogus good Samaritan online fundraiser  The Associated Press - en Español
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 319

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 319th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/8/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-319

17 killed, 22 injured in road accident in eastern China

Local media say the accident took place when a truck hit a funeral procession in Nanchang County in Jiangxi province.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/8/17-killed-22-injured-in-road-accident-in-eastern-china

Thousands of Israelis protest against Netanyahu’s new government

Crowds rally against govt plans to expand settlements in the occupied West Bank and weaken Israel's Supreme Court.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/8/thousands-of-israelis-protest-against-netanyahus-new-government

Ivory Coast troops return home after months of captivity in Mali

Forty-six Ivorian soldiers, accused by Mali of being mercenaries, have returned home after six months in captivity.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/8/ivory-coast-troops-return-home-after-months-of-captivity-in-mali

China reopens borders to quarantine-free travel

China lifts quarantine rules for inbound travellers, ending almost three years of self-imposed isolation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/8/china-reopens-borders-to-quarantine-free-travel

مصر: لجنة «العفو الرئاسي» ترفض خروج أي سجين «يمثل تهديداً»

أكدت لجنة «العفو الرئاسي» في مصر «رفضها خروج أي سجين يمثل تهديداً». وقال النائب طارق الخولي، عضو لجنة «العفو الرئاسي»، عضو مجلس النواب المصري (البرلمان)، إن اللجنة «لن تكون سبباً في خروج أي شخص يمثل تهديداً أو مساساً بحياة المصريين». فيما اعتبرت اللجنة أن «عودة الطلبة المفصولين إلى جامعاتهم هي التحدي الأكبر».

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Peru anti-government protesters clash with police in Puno

Protesters demand resignation of President Dina Boluarte, who took office after the removal of Pedro Castillo.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/7/anti-government-protesters-attempt-to-take-over-an-airport

Mega Millions draws numbers for nearly $1 billion jackpot Friday

The Mega Millions drew numbers Friday for a nearly $1 billion jackpot after Tuesday's drawing yielded no winners.
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Widening Highways Doesn’t Fix Traffic. So Why Do We Keep Doing It?

With billions of dollars available to improve transportation infrastructure, states have a chance to try new strategies for addressing congestion. But some habits are hard to break.
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Florida activates national guard as Cuban arrivals seek refuge

Governor Ron DeSantis criticised US President Joe Biden's immigration stance as rising numbers of Cuban refugees arrive.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/7/florida-governor-mobilises-national-guard-amid-immigration-influx

What’s behind the energy spat between Canada, Mexico and the US?

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has said Mexico has 'inalienable' ownership of its energy resources.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/6/whats-behind-the-energy-spat-between-the-us-canada-and-mexico

FTX teams in US, Bahamas to coordinate crypto recovery efforts

The move resolves a dispute that was threatening the recovery of billions of dollars in lost funds.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/6/ftx-teams-in-us-bahamas-to-coordinate-crypto-recovery-efforts

منظمات تتهم فرنسا بمحاولة ترحيل مهاجرين إلى سوريا

ذكرت وكالة الصحافة الفرنسية، أن منظمات غير حكومية نددت الجمعة بمحاولات «مخزية وغير قانونية» في فرنسا لترحيل مهاجرين إلى سوريا، مطالبة بـ«توضيح» من الحكومة الفرنسية للممارسات «المنافية» للقانون الدولي.

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Explainer: What is the Bradley Fighting Vehicle?

The Bradley infantry fighting vehicle is a tracked, medium-armoured vehicle armed with a 25mm gun.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/6/explainer-what-is-the-bradley-fighting-vehicle

Idaho Murders: New Evidence That Led to Suspect Detailed In Court

On the night four college students were killed, a roommate saw a man clad in black walk through the home. It took a cross-country investigation to find a suspect.
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New York sues Celsius founder alleging crypto fraud

Civil lawsuit seeks to ban Alex Mashinsky from doing business in New York and have him pay damages for violating laws.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/5/new-york-sues-celsius-founder-alleging-crypto-fraud

US waged war on China’s chips; S Korea, Taiwan felt the fallout

Washington's bid for self-sufficiency in semiconductors is complicating relations with its tech-savvy partners in Asia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/5/us-bid-to-hobble-chinas-chips-spells-friend-south-korea-taiwan

Germany to send armoured carriers, Patriot battery to Ukraine

Germany's decision comes after France said it will hold talks with Kyiv to arrange the delivery of armoured vehicles.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/5/germany-to-send-armored-carriers-patriot-battery-to-ukraine

درعا: الغياب الحكومي تعوضه مبادرات التكافل الاجتماعي

شكلت بلدات ومدن في محافظة درعا لجاناً محلية من الوجهاء والميسورين بهدف تحسين الواقع الخدمي في مناطقهم، جراء الغياب شبه الكامل للحكومة السورية، التي تبدو وكأنها أحد المضاربين في سوق الصرف وليست حكومة خدمات مسؤولة أمام مواطنيها.

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Adams Rejects Criticism From de Blasio Aides in Scathing Broadside

Mayor Eric Adams expressed frustration over criticism of his policies from officials who served in the previous administration.
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Sony and Honda reveal their car brand, Afeela

Sony and Honda, which announced a joint venture last year to develop and build electric cars, have revealed the name of their new car brand. It will be called Afeela.
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China’s ‘zero-COVID’ U-turn leads to loss of faith in leadership

Previously told Chinese people were fighting the virus together, some are disillusioned after the abrupt policy change.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/5/chinas-zero-covid-u-turn-leads-to-loss-of-faith-in-leadership

Critically injured US football player shows ‘improvement’

Damar Hamlin has received support from players and fans across the country after suffering a cardiac arrest on Monday.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/4/critically-injured-us-football-player-shows-improvement

ما دلالة شراء مصر طائرات «شينوك 47 إف»؟

منذ تولي الرئيس عبد الفتاح السيسي رئاسة البلاد، تعكف الإدارة المصرية على تعزيز قوتها العسكرية عبر صفقات متعددة من مصادر متنوعة.
وفي هذا السياق، تعاقدت مصر على شراء طائرات من طراز «شينوك 47 إف»، ما عده خبراء استمراراً لاستراتيجيات تعزيز قدرات الجيش المصري، في مواجهة التحديات الأمنية المختلفة. وقال بيان للبنتاغون، إنه مع هذا البيع العسكري الأجنبي، ستستبدل مصر أسطولها من طائرات «شينوك - 47 دي»، بطراز «إف» الحديث، في استمرار لشراكة تعود لأكثر من 40 عاماً مع مصر، ويزود القوات الجوية المصرية بقدرات متقدمة متعددة المهام. أضاف أنه من المتوقع أن تبدأ عمليات التسليم لتلك الطائرات عام 2026.

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US President Biden touts infrastructure deal in Kentucky visit

The Democratic president visited the deep-red state in a push for bipartisanship, alongside Republican Mitch McConnell.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/1/4/us-president-biden-touts-new-infrastructure-law-in-kentucky-visit