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Revolving credit also marks highest increase since 1998.

Gregory and Travis McMichael sentenced without possibility of parole by Georgia judge; William Bryan granted parole chance.

Criminal charges against pardoned politicians terminated, government says.

Army has been called out to assist in rescue operation, interior minister says.

Political polarization negatively affect process of forming government.

Canteen collapsed after blast on Friday, trapping more than 20 people, local media reports.

Violence stems from protests over rising fuel prices.

18 security officers, 26 civilians killed in massive protests in Central Asian country.

Daily cases cross 141,000 mark with omicron emerging as dominant strain.

Aim of protests is to overthrow President Tokayev, says Yermukhamet Yertysbayev.

UN mission says intra-Sudanese political process will be inclusive.

Sending CSTO mission to Kazakhstan upon the request of country’s leadership is ‘completely legitimate,’ says Foreign Ministry.

No personnel, military equipment lost, says Azerbaijani Defense Ministry.

Karim Massimov detained on suspicion of treason.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022.

Kazakhstan is rocked by days of deadly protests sparked by fuel price hike.

People without booster shots will need negative test result to enter cafes and restaurants, according to draft plan.

Demonstrators seek reduced pricing for everyday commodities, improved economy, higher wages, in addition to lowering LPG price.

Attacks on hospitals, detention of activists and journalists must stop, says delegation.

Rights, security of civilians must be guaranteed in Central Asian nation, says Josep Borrell.

Speculations over T-129 ATAK helicopters deal baseless, says army's media wing.

Troops to be part of Collective Security Treaty Organization peacekeeping force to quell unrest in Kazakhstan.

Nearly 1,100 homes, structures destroyed due to wildfires, according to latest damage assessment.

Turkiye always stands in solidarity with Kazakhstan, says Turkish presidential spokesman.

At least 1,400 media workers died of COVID-19 in 2021, according to Press Emblem Campaign.

Hun Sen arrives on 2-day trip, hands over medical aid delivery to Burmese government.

Counter-terrorism operation to continue until militants are completely destroyed, says President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Official says police vehicle attacked by suspected al-Shabaab terrorists in Lamu County along porous Somalia border.

Top Muslim body expresses grave concern over latest developments in country.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Friday, Jan. 7, 2022.

Moscow urges peaceful solution amid nationwide protests in neighboring Kazakhstan.

Train from Pakistan takes 3,666-mile route in around 13 days, reaching Turkiye over Iran.

Greek Cypriot side's pressure on its citizens not to apply to Immovable Property Commission is not correct behavior, says Ersin Tatar.

Expert says China is giving attention to Horn of Africa after year of Tigray conflict.

Israel last year demolished 175 Palestinian houses in East Jerusalem, area whose Israeli annexation global community has never recognized.

Amid battle against omicron variant, country reports over 64,000 cases.

As Kashmiris’ mark Right to Self-Determination Day, Pakistan urges UN to stop India's ‘war crimes, crimes against humanity’.

No casualties reported in attack.

With vehicle sales of 2.3M in US, Toyota takes away GM’s throne for 1st time since 1931.

Center has maternal, child health care, ward for those older than 46 years old.

Event to take visitors on journey through 'The Little Prince Universe' featuring detailed information on the book.

Over 200 detained during massive demonstrations held across Central Asian country against price hike, says Interior Ministry.

Asylum seekers rescued off Aegean coast.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022.

President signs decree accepting government’s resignation effective immediately.

WHO official says new variant of COVID-19 reported from France being monitored.

Israel registers more than 10,000 infections in past 24 hours.

Plane shot down on Jan. 8, 2020 by Iran's Revolutionary Guards, killing all 176 people onboard.

Charities call for changes to policies to prevent further deaths after record number of English Channel crossings.

3 rescued, 9 missing after landslide hit construction site in Bijie city of southwest Guizhou province.

Actress's post garners acclaim from pro-Palestine social media users, derision from Israeli envoys

2 infections part of 3-case cluster involving Taiwanese nationals who returned from China, US, Japan last monthb

Saima Saleem says her book discusses 'gross and systematic human rights violations in Indian-occupied Kashmir,' will try to publish it in Braille as well.

Foreign ministers to discuss European security ahead of next week’s key talks between NATO, Russia.

Taliban interim government spokesman encourages support from Russian investors by offering investor-friendly conditions.

Italian passengers to be sent home, foreigners to be taken to care home in port city of Genoa.

It is difficult to say Biden made good on his 'America is back' slogan.

Letters included cartoons insulting Prophet Muhammad and Islam.

Somalia in midst of political crisis for 2nd time in less than 1 year due to delayed parliamentary elections.

Daily infections in New Delhi have jumped from less than 350 to over 4,000 in just a week.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022.

OPEC+ decisions, output disruptions due to cold snap in Texas, storms in Gulf of Mexico and crucial supply/demand fluctuations mark milestones in 2021.

Rebels say Emirati ship carrying military equipment seized.

Health authority registered over 50% increase in new coronavirus infections after Christmas.

'Nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought,' says US, China, Russia, France and UK.

In 1st incident since coming to power, Taliban last month stopped Pakistani soldiers from installing security fence.

With UN body reducing food assistance, 5 million people to face starvation in war-ravaged country in 2022.

Tashkent to host several events, including meetings of Organization of Turkic States, Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Virus on farm holding 36,000 birds was confirmed on Jan.1.

Number of victims up 103% from 2020, according to Spanish NGO Caminando Fronteras.

Born in 1903, Tanaka Kane celebrates birthday at care facility in Fukuoka, southwestern Japan, where she lives.

No injuries or damage reported.

Abdalla Hamdok says in televised address that partnership between military and civilian leadership failed.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022.

Total of 85,000 migrants get Swedish citizenship in 2021, says Swedish Migra­tion Agency.

Almost a year has passed since the UK left the EU, but conflicting views on whether it was a necessary step for the country or a complete mistake are still shared by the public.

Yusuf Sephizade went missing at Turkish ski resort in Bursa after taking afternoon walk amid dropping temperatures, but Bayraktar drone found him.

US president will speak with Ukrainian counterpart one day after call with Putin.

Condolences pour in for Birkan Uzun, 28, who summited Mount Vinson top and raised TRNC flag there on Dec. 16.

Additional doses will be supplied in next weeks, says Ministry of External Affairs.

Police launch operation in Samsun province to nab foreign national terror suspect.

Number of foreign visitors shot up 164% year-on-year in 2021.

Stampede occurs at Hindu temple due to heavy rush of devotees, say officials.

Terrorists targeted in air operation in Qandil region, according to National Defense Ministry.

Slave trade led to long-term impoverishment of African continent.

Turkish construction firm Dorce becomes leading firm in emergency settlement field globally, says executive member.

Some teachers promote academic status through plagiarized research to get higher salaries, other benefits, says academician.

Jharkhand fourth state to adopt law after West Bengal, Rajasthan, Manipur.

Joint statement also including UK, Canada, Australia condemns Russian courts' decisions to shut down Memorial.

India trying to change Kashmir's demographics by issuing fake domiciles to non-Kashmiris, All Parties Hurriyat Conference alleges.

10 others injured in attack targeting civilian settlement in village in Idlib province.

Pursuing bloc’s sovereignty will be key aim of France’s term presidency, says President Macron.

Lists has been exchanged in accordance with agreement between 2 nuclear neighbors.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022.

Overcoming challenges is essential for Central Asian nations to ensure productivity, growth, job creation, and investment.

Over 30,000 Coloradans ordered to evacuate as wildfires overtake residential areas, according to local news reports.

Amir Rayyan allegedly attempted to carry out stabbing attack, claims Israeli army.

Omicron cases have nearly tripled in less than a week, states told to ramp up testing as infections soar in India.

2020 sees rise in online Islamophobia as pandemic shuts down daily life across Europe, says report on Islamophobia.