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Shawn Mendes deems dating Camila Cabello a life-changing experience for him


November 20, 2020

Shawn Mendes got candid about his relationship with Camilla Cabelo while giving a rare glimpse at his love life. The Canadian singer said that his ladylove is the reason his perspective towards love and relationships have changed. In a recent interview with Elton John, Mendes said that ‘Cabello has a very calming influence on him’. “You know what it was …

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Delhi quadruples mask fines as virus cases soar


November 20, 2020

NEW DELHI: Officials in India’s capital on Thursday quadrupled the fines dished out for people not wearing face masks as coronavirus cases soar in the megacity, overwhelming hospitals and graveyards even as the government resists calls for another lockdown. The penalty hike to 2,000 rupees ($27) announced by New Delhi’s chief minister came as India’s total coronavirus caseload neared nine …

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Ethiopia accuses WHO chief of backing Tigrayans


November 20, 2020

ADDIS ABABA: Ethio­pia’s army chief on Thursday accused WHO boss Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus — the world’s highest-profile figure from the country’s Tigray region — of lobbying for and seeking to arm leaders in the conflict-torn province. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed unleashed a military campaign in the country’s northern region on Nov 4 with the declared aim of unseating its ruling …

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Google launches strong encryption for Android messages


November 20, 2020

goo WASHINGTON: Google said on Thursday it would be rolling out end-to-end encryption for Android users, making it harder for anyone — including law enforcement — to read the content of messages. “End-to-end encryption ensures that no one, including Google and third parties, can read the content of your messages as they travel between your phone and the phone of …

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US senators move to block sale of F-35 jets to UAE


November 20, 2020

WASHINGTON: Three US senators on Wednesday launched a bid to block the sale of top-of-the-line F-35 jets to the United Arab Emirates, voicing concern over the deal seen as a reward for the nation’s recognition of Israel. Even if the three can persuade a majority in Congress to oppose the $23 billion package, lawmakers would face an uphill climb to …

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Australian forces killed 39 Afghans, says inquiry


November 20, 2020

SYDNEY: Australian special forces allegedly killed 39 unarmed prisoners and civilians in Afghanistan, with senior commandos reportedly forcing junior soldiers to kill defenceless captives in order to “blood” them for combat, an investigation spread over four years found. Australia said on Thursday that 19 current and former soldiers would be referred for potential criminal prosecution for allegedly killing the 39 …

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Contrary to reports, Harvey Weinstein did not contract coronavirus in prison


November 20, 2020

Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein has not contracted the novel coronavirus while in prison, his spokesmen said on Thursday, but he is being closely monitored due to a number of other health issues. Weinstein, 68, is serving 23 years in prison in New York after being convicted in February for sexual assault and rape. Weinstein, who pleaded not guilty at …

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US asks goods makers to label products from settlements as ‘Made in Israel’


November 20, 2020

WASHINGTON: The United States issued new guidelines on Thursday to label goods manufactured in Jewish settlements in the West Bank as “Made in Israel”, a move likely to irk human rights groups that see Israeli settlements as infringing on the rights of Palestinians. “Today, the Department of State is initiating new guidelines to ensure that country of origin markings for …

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Prince William ‘tentatively’ welcomes new probe into 1995 Diana interview


November 20, 2020

Prince William has “tentatively welcomed” an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding a BBC interview in 1995 with his mother, Princess Diana, royal officials said on Thursday. William, who is second in line to the throne, said in a statement that the probe is “a step in the right direction”, He added that it “should help establish the truth behind the actions” that …

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