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London has more statues of animals than it does of women and people of color, a new study says

London has more public sculptures of animals than it does of women or people of color, a new study has revealed. [...]

Biden vows to protect Taiwan in event of Chinese attack

President Joe Biden said Thursday the US was committed to coming to Taiwan's defense if it comes under attack from China -- a stance that seems in opposition to America's stated policy of "strategic ambiguity." [...]

Gang leader threatens to kill captive missionaries in Haiti

The leader of the Haitian gang who kidnapped 17 US and Canadian missionaries has threatened to kill the hostages if he doesn't get what he's demanding, according to a video released Thursday. [...]

Memorial service in honour of Colin Powell set for Nov 5

Powell died of complications from Covid-19. [...]

Qatar mandates private health insurance for expatriates

Currently, foreign residents and visitors can access basic public health care for free by paying a nominal fee. [...]

India celebrates 1 billion Covid vaccine doses

Success of the vaccination campaign credited with driving down coronavirus cases since the devastating months at the start of the year. [...]

Immigration bureau reiterates warning vs illegal recruiters

(Eagle News) — The Bureau of Immigration reiterated its warning against illegal recruiters following reports of victims being intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente said those planning to work abroad should always double-check the licenses and accreditations of recruitment agencies. Morente made the statement after two passengers who passed themselves off as tourists were prevented from leaving the country at Terminal 3. According to Morente, the passengers […] [...]

President Duterte welcomes eight new ambassadors

President Rodrigo Duterte welcomed eight new ambassadors to the Philippines, hoping to forge stronger cooperation on COVID-19 response, trade and investment, defense and security, and climate change with the states they represent. Among those who presented their credentials to President Duterte in Malacañang on Wednesday were the new ambassadors of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of Belgium, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Kingdom of Sweden, Israel […] [...]

PNP COVID-19 tally climbs to 41,531

(Eagle News) — Eighty-seven more COVID-19 cases have been reported among police personnel. The Philippine National Police said the additional cases pushed the total PNP COVID-19 cases to 41531. Of these, 814 were active. Recoveries rose to 40594, with the addition of 115 recoveries. No additional deaths were reported, which means the PNP COVID-19 death toll remains at 123. The PNP has said over 80 percent of the police force were fully vaccinated. PNP Chief […] [...]