World News in Brief: Aid cut threat for Afghan deportees, saving Rohingya lives at sea, China respiratory illness spike, new rail transport treaty

World News in Brief: Aid cut threat for Afghan deportees, saving Rohingya lives at sea, China respiratory illness spike, new rail transport treaty

Pakistan announced in October that it would begin deporting “undocumented” foreign nationals starting on 1 November, affecting thousands of Afghans who have found refuge in the country. WFP said most families crossing the border are arriving hungry, desperate and in need of immediate support. The UN agency continues to supply them with fortified biscuits and…

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Former West Indian batsman Marlin Samuels banned for 6 years

Former West Indian batsman Marlin Samuels banned for 6 years

Marilyn Samuels–file photo Former West Indies batsman Marlin Samuels was banned for 6 years. According to the International Cricket Council, Marilyn Samuels has been banned for violating the Emirates Cricket Board’s anti-corruption code. Marilyn Samuels was indicted on 4 charges in September 2021. Marilyn Samuels was found guilty of the crime in August this year….

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