Myanmar rebels bury more than 30 people killed in 'barbaric' attack
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In Egypt, lending apps boost cash-strapped women business owners
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World nations try to balance Omicron restrictions while keeping economies open
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U.N. and partners urge feuding Somalia leaders to reduce tensions
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Biden and Putin to speak on Thursday amid Ukraine tensions
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Ghislaine Maxwell convicted of recruiting teenage girls for Epstein sex abuse
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U.S. calls on China and Hong Kong to release Stand News employees
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FOREX-Dollar, yen soft in thin trading after U.S. equities hit record highs
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