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Jordan teachers launch strike, demand pay raise

Author:  Associated Press ID:  1567970998428217100 Sun, 2019-09-08 18:56 AMMAN: Teachers in Jordan are launching an open-ended strike after negotiations with the government failed to yield a raise. A Jordanian teacher’s union announced the strike Sunday, saying the government hasn’t implemented … read more

Sudan’s first post-Bashir cabinet sworn in

Author:  Sun, 2019-09-08 19:45 KHARTOUM: Sudan’s first cabinet since the ouster of president Omar Al-Bashir was sworn in Sunday as the African country transitions to a civilian rule following nationwide protests that overthrew the autocrat. The 18-member cabinet led by … read more