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Towards a better understanding of diplomatic terms and practice in Nigeria

Over time, it has been observed that diplomatic terms and practices are largely misused and misunderstood in Nigeria. There ...
The New York Times

Hoisting Russian Flags, ‘Shadow Fleet’ Edges Into the Light

The Marinera, which was seized by the U.S., isn’t the only ship from the “shadow fleet” of oil tankers to switch lately to a Russian identity, seeking protection. By Paul Sonne and Michael Schwirtz ...
CBS News 8

World’s tallest, fastest, longest roller coaster opens at new Six Flags park in Saudi Arabia

WASHINGTON — Thrill seekers have a new record-breaking destination to add to their bucket lists. Six Flags just officially opened Six Flags Qiddiya City on Wednesday, Dec. 31, marking the company’s ...
The Boston Globe

Washington returns: Somerville honors raising of American flag 250 years ago in frosty New Year’s reenactment

SOMERVILLE — With a fresh batch of snow on the ground and a gust of frigid wind swirling in the air, a man wearing a wig, a waistcoat, and a cape appeared on a horse. He was the spitting image of ...
New York Post

Venezuela-bound oil tanker paints Russian flag on its hull while on the run from the US

The crew of a Venezuela-bound oil tanker have put up a crude painting of a Russian flag on the side of its hull in an apparent attempt to deter the US Coast Guard. The Bella 1, which has been on the ...
The New York Times

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Move to Revoke Deportation Protection for Thousands of Migrants

The ruling found that the administration’s cancellation of the protections for migrants from Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua was illegal. By Anushka Patil A federal judge in San Francisco on Wednesday ...