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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Firm Accused of Undermining Democracy in Venezuela

December 1, 2020 Focus Washington

The United States imposed sanctions on Monday on Chinese firm China National Electronics Import & Export Corporation (CEIEC), accusing it of supporting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s efforts to undermine democracy, Reuters writes. The U.S. Treasury […]

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COVID-19 Drives 40% Spike in Number of People Needing Humanitarian Aid, U.N. Says

December 1, 2020 Focus Washington

The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled a 40% increase in the number of people needing humanitarian assistance around the globe, the United Nations said on Tuesday, as it appealed for roughly $35 billion to help many […]

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Moderna Files for U.S. Vaccine Authorization, Will Seek EU Nod

December 1, 2020 Focus Washington

Moderna said on Monday it has applied for U.S. emergency authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine after full results from a late-stage study showed it was 94.1% effective with no serious safety concerns, Reuters reported. The […]

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Asian Shares Extend Gains on Recovery Hopes, Following Stellar November

December 1, 2020 Focus Washington

Asian share markets began the new month with a bang on Tuesday, buoyed by the prospect of a COVID-19 vaccine fueling a global economic recovery, buoyant Chinese factory activity and expectations of continuing fiscal and […]

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California at COVID-19 ‘Tipping Point’ as Trump Administration Hopes for Vaccines by Christmas

December 1, 2020 Focus Washington

California’s governor said on Monday the state was at a “tipping point” in the COVID-19 pandemic that would soon overwhelm hospitals as political leaders nationwide turn to increasingly aggressive measures to hold back the latest […]

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