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Philippine volcano billows 'greyish plume'
A "short-lived" phreatomagmatic eruption occurred at the restive Taal volcano in the Philippines on Wednesday, producing a 300-metre high "greyish...
Italian airport workers protest against lack of job security
Italian airport workers staged a protest, with trade unions against the lack of job security amid the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Top US leaders greet Dalai Lama on his 86th birthday
Top US leaders have warmly greeted Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on his 86th birthday, describing him as an inspiration to people around the...
Indonesia plans to seek foreign help to fight 2nd wave
Indonesia plans to seek help from a number of foreign countries if the daily Covid-19 cases surpass 40,000, a senior minister said.
949 illegal migrants rescued off Libyan coast: IOM
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said that a total of 949 illegal migrants were rescued off the Libyan coast and returned to the...
Australians under 40 could be eligible for Pfizer, Moderna vax
Australians under the age of 40 could become eligible for the Pfizer or Moderna coronavirus vaccines around September or October, a top official...
Pub operator Wetherspoon to seek debt waivers as sales remain weak
British pub operator Wetherspoon said on Wednesday it plans to discuss debt waivers with its lenders for the next financial year, as like-for-like...
SL Prez directs administration of Pfizer vax to elderly
Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed the Health Ministry to administer the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines on those who had received the...
