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10 major political assassinations that shook the world

10 major political assassinations that shook the world

It was on the Ides of March (March 15) that Roman emperor Julius Caesar was stabbed to death, changing the fortunes of the republic.Here is a look at some other major political assassinations.March 15, 44 BCRoman emperor Julius Caeser was assassinated by a group of senators, including his friend Brutus, on the Ides of March in Rome to stop him from gaining too much power. His death led to a series of civil wars. Later, in William Shakespeare’s play Julius Caesar , a soothsayer tells the emperor: “Beware the Ides of March."
US state legislature lifts yoga ban but says no to namaste

US state legislature lifts yoga ban but says no to namaste

Pushed by conservative groups, the Alabama Board of Education in 1993 had voted to prohibit yoga, along with hypnosis and meditation in public schools in the state. The Alabama House of Representatives while lifting the ban on yoga prohibited the use of namaste.
Covid-19: Australia to impose 14-day self-isolation for all international arrivals

Covid-19: Australia to impose 14-day self-isolation for all international arrivals

Australia will impose 14-day self-isolation on international travellers arriving from midnight Sunday and ban cruise ships from foreign ports for 30 days, mirroring restrictions in nearby New Zealand aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus.
Kazakhstan President provides stability & launches new initiatives in his 1st year

Kazakhstan President provides stability & launches new initiatives in his 1st year

Tokayev continues to implement the current state course. At the same time, he brought a new impetus, ensuring evolutionary development. Ensuring the continuity of power, Tokaev laid a new vector for state development based on dialogue with society, pluralism of opinions and diversity of views.
Coronavirus outbreak: ‘We will solve this problem well,’ says Donald Trump

Coronavirus outbreak: ‘We will solve this problem well,’ says Donald Trump

President of the United States of America Donald Trump on March 14 held a press brief and informed about the Coronavirus Relief Bill. He said that the bill provides free Coronavirus testing for all th...
Coronavirus outbreak: Apple Stores outside of China to remain closed until March 27

Coronavirus outbreak: Apple Stores outside of China to remain closed until March 27

All Apple Stores outside of Greater China will be closed until March 27, company CEO Tim Cook said in a statement. In the press statement, Cook outlined the tech giant's efforts at curbing the spread ...
Coronavirus outbreak: Trump says he has taken COVID-19 test

Coronavirus outbreak: Trump says he has taken COVID-19 test

President of the United States of America Donald Trump on March 14 held a press brief and informed about the Coronavirus Relief Bill. Trump said that he took the test and is still awaiting the results...
Donald Trump tests negative for coronavirus; White House begins screening

Donald Trump tests negative for coronavirus; White House begins screening

The White House released the test results just hours after Trump told reporters that he had been tested and that his temperature was "totally normal." He was recently in contact with three people at his Florida resort who have tested positive for the virus, including two aides to Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
Coronavirus tally may be tip of iceberg as sick go untested

Coronavirus tally may be tip of iceberg as sick go untested

While restrictions prevent wasting detection kits, not casting a wide net can give it a chance to spread.
Italy starts first weekend under shutdown

Italy starts first weekend under shutdown

Italian media report that the government is expected this weekend to announce details of further measures to soften the shock to the economy, including moratoriums on loan payments, extending tax deadlines and making sure self-isolation is covered under sick leave.
China's move to lockdown Wuhan delayed spread of coronavirus outside: Study

China's move to lockdown Wuhan delayed spread of coronavirus outside: Study

The Wuhan travel ban alone had reduced 202,000 cases in China, delaying epidemic growth and buying valuable time for other areas to mobilise and response, a research study done by 22 scientists from 15 institutions in China, US UK said.

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