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Reuniting the pack: it took 16 months and a journey through six cities to bring our dog Luna home
When Gadia Zrihan’s family were forced to leave their dog behind, they left a part of themselves too – a part they feared they could never get back In the…
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Australia strikes deal for new Covid pill that could be used in treatment by early 2022
Molnupiravir has been shown to prevent serious illness and death, although it is still in late stage clinical trials Follow our Covid live blog for the latest updates Australia cases…
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Anti-vaxxers trying to disrupt Australian rollout by making fake vaccine bookings
Calls to confirm appointments are met with expletives, says Victorian GP, who is concerned for vulnerable patients most in need Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updates…
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Million Dollar Vax: most donors behind Australian competition want to stay anonymous
Those funding the promotion seeking to keep focus on Covid vaccines rather than themselves, spokesperson says Follow our Covid live blog for the latest updates NSW and Vic restrictions; Vic…
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Airline industry past worst point of Covid crisis, says trade body
International Air Transport Association chief calls for simpler travel rules and fewer border restrictions to help sector recover The International Air Transport Association (Iata) has said the airline industry is…
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China shipping: container shortages leave exporters struggling to meet overseas orders ahead of Christmas shopping rush
Guangdong-based factory owner and bicycle maker Derrick Tian finally secured a container at the end of September for a new shipment of bikes leaving Yantian Port in southern China, after…
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Michigan nurse charged with stealing and selling Covid vaccination cards
Bethann Kierczak, was responsible for administering vaccines at Veterans Affairs hospital, sold cards for $150-$200 A nurse at a Veterans Affairs hospital in Michigan has been charged with stealing and…
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UK asylum seekers in hotels should have been given money for phone calls, judge rules
High court decision could cost Home Office millions in back-payments A Home Office decision not to give thousands of asylum seekers money to make calls to friends and family during…
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Coronavirus Hong Kong: Scouts Association clubhouse broke social-distancing rules by hosting banquet for more than 100 people
The licence holder of the Scouts Association clubhouse in Hong Kong has been prosecuted for violating Covid-19 social-distancing rules by hosting a banquet for more than 100 people – five…
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Russia reports record Covid deaths as official toll reaches 210,000
More than 25,000 new cases on Monday as country battles Delta wave with low vaccine takeup Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Russia has reported a record…