Monday, 21 May 2018

US vows 'strongest sanctions in history' on Iran

The US top diplomat says Iran will be “battling to keep its economy alive” after US sanctions take effect. Source: News update

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Iran mushroom poisoning: More than 800 sick from deadly fungi

People in Iran are warned not to buy loose mushrooms after at least 800 people fall ill and 11 die. Source: News update

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Meghan Markle to fight for feminism: New Duchess of Sussex given palace blessing to champion women's rights

The newlywed Duchess of Sussex has been given the blessing of the palace to use her position to fight for feminism, as she plans her life as the newest member of the Royal family. The Duchess, known as Meghan Markle until her wedding to Prince Harry on Saturday, is expected to announce which charities and […]

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Philippines takes 'appropriate action' over Chinese bombers in disputed South China Sea

By Manuel Mogato MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines expressed “serious concerns” over the presence of China’s strategic bombers in the disputed South China Sea and its foreign ministry has taken “appropriate diplomatic action”, the spokesman of President Rodrigo Duterte said on Monday. China’s air force said bombers such as the H-6K had landed and taken […]

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French oil giant Total is preparing to pull out of Iran to avoid risking US sanctions

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Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea

BEIJING (AP) — A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons in waters crucial for global commerce and rich in fish and potential oil and gas reserves: Source: news update

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Myanmar: Rohingya villagers who spoke to UN delegation forced into hiding. Security agencies launch hunt for villagers who shared their experiences of violence at the hands of the Myanmar military