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China passes controversial national security law for Hong Kong, prohibiting secession and foreign interference
China’s top legislative body unanimously approved a controversial national security law for Hong Kong, stoking fears that the new regulation might undermine the territory’s promised autonomy. Xi Jinping signed the law on Tuesday.
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‘She lied’: Week Ardern wants to forget
After months of positive press, a monumental blunder has led NZ PM Jacinda Ardern to come crashing down to earth this week.
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India tops 500,000 coronavirus cases with record one-day tally
India now has more than 500,000 confirmed coronavirus cases, according to government figures released Saturday that showed a record daily leap of 18,500 new infections.
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Japan reveals renewed ‘suspicions’ over Kim Jong-un’s health
Japan has flamed the ongoing speculation about North Korea’s leader, citing “suspicions” over the dictator’s health after disappearing.