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February 7, 2021 US NEWS World

The martyrdom of Mike Pence

As vice-president, he abased himself and his office. In reward, Donald Trump sent a mob to kill him. Now, as another impeachment trial looms, he is cast out from Republican ranks

Sidhique Kappan: Jailed and 'tortured' for trying to report a rape March 9, 2021
Indian journalist Sidhique Kappan was arrested while trying to cover a story of rape for his website.
Afghanistan: Will America's 'moonshot' peace plan work? March 9, 2021
American officials have a new draft peace deal, but Afghans worry it could make the violence worse.
Myanmar coup: The shadowy business empire funding the Tatmadaw March 9, 2021
Advocacy groups are calling for sanctions against the military's secretive business interests.
Coronavirus: Divers find Philippine reef covered with single-use face masks March 9, 2021
Divers in the Philippines find personal protective equipment (PPE) among rubbish on a coral reef.
Myanmar coup: UN calls for release of 'trapped' protesters March 9, 2021
About 200 people are thought to have been trapped by security forces in a district of Yangon since Monday.
Koneru Humpy: Chess player is BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year March 8, 2021
Chess player Koneru Humpy is voted BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for 2020.
Afghanistan conflict: US makes new push for UN-led peace process March 8, 2021
The US secretary of state seeks to jump start stalled talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban.
China says manufacturing 'greatness' still 30 years away March 8, 2021
While many already see China as the world's factory its leaders want less dependence on US technology.
What's causing vaccine delays in some Asian countries? March 8, 2021
In Asia, some vaccination programmes are either yet to begin, or are at a very early stage.
The Kiribati sailors stranded 8,000 miles from home March 8, 2021
Covid border closures mean hundreds of thousands of sailors are being prevented from returning home.
Myanmar coup: Party official dies in custody after security raids March 7, 2021
Activists say the worker for Aung San Suu Kyi's party was beaten after being arrested.
The clinic where India's temple elephants come to recuperate March 7, 2021
The facility gives 'a break' to elephants who live in captivity at temples in India.
Hunger Games salute: The symbol of protest against Asia’s military regimes March 7, 2021
The three finger gesture has become a defining symbol of demonstrations in Myanmar and Thailand.
Myanmar coup: The young rebels risking their lives for the future March 6, 2021
Opponents of Myanmar's military coup face daily threats and violence, and yet defiance continues.
The Himalayan hazards nobody is monitoring March 5, 2021
Retreating Himalayan glaciers can become hazardous but such dangers are not being monitored, experts say.
Covishield and Covaxin: What we know about India's Covid-19 vaccines March 4, 2021
As India’s homegrown Covaxin shows 81% efficacy, here's what we know about the country’s vaccination drive.
Thai navy rescue four cats from burning ship March 4, 2021
The cats were found huddled together on the sinking vessel when the navy was sent to check the site.
India Supreme Court: Calls for Justice Sharad Bobde to quit over rape remarks March 4, 2021
Calls are growing in India for Chief Justice Sharad Bobde to resign over his "atrocious" remarks.
World's first platypus refuge in Australia March 3, 2021
Conservationists in Australia have announced exciting plans to open the world's first platypus refuge.
The couples accused of destroying Japan's families March 3, 2021
An archaic Japanese law requires married couples to adopt the same surname, but many are asking why.

Zoom founder Eric Yuan transfers $6bn of his shares March 9, 2021
His personal wealth soared as the video conferencing platform became a household name during the pandemic.
The secret New York apartment behind my bathroom mirror March 9, 2021
New Yorker Samantha Hartsoe's TikTok of her discovery of a secret flat was a viral sensation.
Sidhique Kappan: Jailed and 'tortured' for trying to report a rape March 9, 2021
Indian journalist Sidhique Kappan was arrested while trying to cover a story of rape for his website.
Sweden leads way in using tech to boost rural retailing March 9, 2021
In Sweden shops with no staff are popular in rural locations that have lost their local shops.
Nigeria kidnappings: The Chibok captive who defied Boko Haram March 9, 2021
Naomi Adamu was abducted by Islamist militants from Chibok, Nigeria, in 2014 and spent three years in captivity.
Myanmar coup: The shadowy business empire funding the Tatmadaw March 9, 2021
Advocacy groups are calling for sanctions against the military's secretive business interests.
Zoroastrians try matchmaking to keep religion alive March 9, 2021
Zoroastrians are turning to matchmaking and fertility treatment in a bid to keep their 3000-year-old religion alive.
Coronavirus: Divers find Philippine reef covered with single-use face masks March 9, 2021
Divers in the Philippines find personal protective equipment (PPE) among rubbish on a coral reef.
Covid vaccines: How fast is progress around the world? March 9, 2021
Charts and maps tracking the progress of Covid vaccination programmes.
Myanmar coup: UN calls for release of 'trapped' protesters March 9, 2021
About 200 people are thought to have been trapped by security forces in a district of Yangon since Monday.
West Ham 2-0 Leeds United: Hammers up to fifth in table March 8, 2021
Midfielder Declan Rice says there is a "real buzz" about West Ham after victory over Leeds maintains their push for a Champions League place.
Meghan and Harry interview: Tabloid racism 'large part' of why we left UK, says duke March 8, 2021
In unaired footage, the Duke of Sussex says the "bigoted" UK media created a "toxic environment".
Lula: Brazil's ex-president cleared by Supreme Court March 8, 2021
A Supreme Court judge opens the way for a possible rerun for the presidency in 2022.
Man City priced out of Mbappe move - Tuesday's gossip March 8, 2021
Manchester City priced out of Mbappe move, Klopp retains Liverpool support, Cavani to quit Manchester United, plus more.
Chelsea 2-0 Everton: Thomas Tuchel praises Kai Havertz as Blues strengthen top-four hopes March 8, 2021
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel praises forward Kai Havertz after he plays a vital role as the Blues defeat top-four rivals Everton.
Inter Milan 1-0 Atalanta: Seventh win in a row takes Inter six points clear in Serie A March 8, 2021
Inter Milan strengthen their position at the top of Serie A as Milan Skriniar's second-half goal gives them victory over Atalanta.
Bata explosion: Equatorial Guinea death toll rises to 98 March 8, 2021
Over 600 people were injured in the huge explosion at a military base in the city of Bata.
New US guidance says fully vaccinated people can meet without masks March 8, 2021
Guidelines from federal health officials say fully vaccinated people can meet indoors without masks.
George Floyd: Chauvin trial delayed over possible new charge March 8, 2021
A panel is reviewing whether a less-severe murder charge can be added against officer Derek Chauvin.
Malala Yousafzai signs production deal with Apple TV+ March 8, 2021
The Nobel Prize laureate on why she is hopeful about change and representation on screen.

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