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China Is Collecting Americans’ DNA To ‘Control The World’s Biodata’

Posted on Saturday, January 30, 2021

The Chinese government may be aiming to collect and exploit biometric information from Americans in an effort to "control the world’s biodata."

The Netherlands In Civil War Mode After Curfew Riots In Christian Fishing Town (Worthy News In-Depth)

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

The historic Dutch town of Urk is an unlikely place for riots. This picture-perfect place is famous for its churches, and religion has always played a vital part in daily life. But last weekend, frustration boiled over into…

Poland’s near-total abortion ban takes effect amid nationwide protests

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

A near-total ban on abortion has taken effect in Poland and triggered a new round of nationwide protests three months after a top court ruled that the abortion of congenitally damaged fetuses is unconstitutional.

Iran Enriched ’17 Kilograms’ Of 20 Percent Enriched Uranium, Exceeding Goals

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

Iran's parliament speaker says the country has produced 17 kilograms of 20 percent-enriched uranium within a month, as Iranian officials continue to dismiss international calls for Tehran to return to full compliance with the 2015 nuclear agreement.

Biden temporarily suspends arms sales to UAE, Saudi Arabia

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

The newly inaugurated Biden administration announced Wednesday it has temporarily suspended arms sales to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia, DW reports. Noting it is standard practice for a new administration to review arms deals worth…

Holocaust Survivors Receive Coronavirus Vaccines Amid Tensions

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

Hundreds of Holocaust survivors in Austria and Slovakia have received their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine despite concerns about possible side effects and amid mounting antisemitism.

Russian parliament OKs New START nuclear treaty extension

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

The lower house of Russian parliament on Wednesday quickly approved the extension of the last remaining nuclear arms control pact days before it’s due to expire.

Iran Will Take Steps Next Month to Curb Short-Notice IAEA Inspections: Official

Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2021

Iran threatened on Tuesday to block short-notice inspections of its nuclear facilities, demanding Washington reverse economic sanctions before it returns to compliance with a nuclear deal that President Joe Biden aims to restore.

US B-52 bomber flies over Gulf again in message to Iran

Posted on Wednesday, January 27, 2021

A US B-52 heavy bomber flew over the Persian Gulf, the US military said on Wednesday, in the sixth such flight since November 2020 -- and the third this year.

US exploring new bases in Saudi Arabia amid Iran tensions

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021

The U.S. military is exploring the possibility of using a Red Sea port in Saudi Arabia and an additional two airfields in the kingdom amid heightened tensions with Iran, the military said Tuesday.

US, Russia agree to extend ‘New START’ nuclear arms treaty

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021

The United States and Russia "agreed in principle" to extend the New START arms treaty by five years, the Kremlin reported on its website Tuesday following a phone call between US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir…

Declassified U.S. intelligence bolsters Wuhan lab theory in coronavirus outbreak

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021

U.S. intelligence findings recently declassified by the State Department provide fresh evidence for the theory that the COVID-19 pandemic likely began at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, China’s sole high-security laboratory that has links to the country’s military.

China President says US may trigger next Cold War

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Monday that US efforts to isolate China may trigger a “new Cold War,” the Washington Times (WT) reports. President Xi made his remarks during a video speech to the World Economic Forum in…

Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte resigns

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte resigned Tuesday after former PM Matteo Renzi pulled his Italia Viva party out of a deeply divided governing coalition, Sky News reports. Italy’s President Sergio Mattarella has asked Mr. Conte to stay on…

More Protests In Russia After Thousands of Arrests

Posted on Monday, January 25, 2021

Supporters of jailed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny have called for new protests after thousands were detained in the largest rallies against Russian President Vladimir Putin in years.

Massive Violence Erupts in Netherlands over Curfew

Posted on Monday, January 25, 2021

The Netherlands was edging closer to near civil war Monday as police clashed with protestors defying the nation’s first curfew since World War Two.

Davos: China’s Xi urges cooperation to reboot global economy

Posted on Monday, January 25, 2021

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that governments worldwide must do more to work together and put the global economy back on track.

Syria: Are water supplies being weaponized by Turkey?

Posted on Sunday, January 24, 2021

Around 1 million people in the Kurdish-governed region of Al-Hasakah in Syria's northeast have again had their water supply cut off — as they have around 20 times in the past 12 months.

Biden speaks with Macron, agrees to coordinate on Iran nuclear deal

Posted on Sunday, January 24, 2021

French President Emmanuel Macron and new US President Joe Biden agreed Sunday to coordinate on Middle East Peace issues and the Iran nuclear deal, the Elysee palace said.

7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Near Chilean Antarctic Base

Posted on Sunday, January 24, 2021

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Saturday off the coast of Antarctica, with authorities issuing a tsunami warning for Chile's Eduardo Frei base on the frigid continent, emergency officials said.

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• Much of Kyiv Without Heat After Deadly Strikes In Freezing Temperatures (Worthy News Radio)
• Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Plans U.S. Trip For Talks With Trump Amid Continued Fighting (Worthy News Radio)
• Europe’s Monarchs Call For Unity And Compassion In Christmas Addresses
• Bangladesh Opposition Leader Returns Home After 17 Years, Draws Massive Crowds
• Liechtenstein In Shock Over Suspected Murders, Suicide
• Eritrean People-Smuggling Suspect Extradited To Netherlands For Trial Amid Concerns

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