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US Slaps New Sanctions on Russia Over Ex-Russian Spy Poisoning in Britain

The United States is imposing tough new sanctions on Russia after determining Moscow was responsible for poisoning a former Russian spy and his daughter in Britain in March.

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Key Brazilian border crossing for Venezuela refugees reopens as asylum numbers pass last year's total

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UNHCR staff verify and assist Venezuelan refugees, asylum seekers and persons of concern at...

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Let Nagasaki remain ‘the last city’ to suffer nuclear devastation says museum director as UN chief arrives

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The smoldering ruins of Nagasaki, about 700 metres from the hypocentre of the explosion, as...

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UNICEF and WFP harness technology to strengthen food and hygiene distribution for Rohingyas

Cox’s Bazar. UNICEF has partnered with WFP to use the food agency’s SCOPE digital assistance system to distribute soap supplies to up to 50,000 refugees in Rohingya Refugee camps, strengthening hygiene practices and helping prevent disease outbreaks....

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