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In the latest news, we have articles on food shortages in the northern-eastern Afar region of Ethiopia, FATF's blacklist for Pakistan, England breaking a world record in an ODI, and Spain approving COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as six months. We also have a look at the latest news on India's economy, including its reliance on exports. You can also read about the latest political news.

Food crisis in Ethiopia's northern-eastern Afar region

The ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia has caused a massive food crisis, affecting nearly 9 million people. The erratic rainy season has affected crops, livestock, and income, causing many people to go without basic necessities. Food prices are also rising, and families can't afford the supplies they need to survive. In addition to this, the region's limited cash supply and lack of banks have made the situation even worse.

FATF keeps Pakistan on 'grey list'

Whether or not Pakistan is allowed to continue being on the list of 'terrorist financing' will depend on a number of factors, including the country's economic growth, foreign exchange reserves, and international security. However, most Western nations have backed the country, and China is among them. The decision will be made in October and is an important step towards ensuring Pakistan does not become a grey-listed country.

England break world record for highest team total in ODI

While it may have been expected for the hosts to beat Pakistan's 494 run total in the first ODI, England managed to score a record 481 for six. Alex Hales made 139 runs and Jonny Bairstow hit 147 in a game which the tourists won by 242 runs. Liam Livingstone, who made fifty off 17 balls, equaled the record of fastest ODI half-century.

Spain authorises COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months

The Spanish Health Ministry has authorised COVID-19 vaccines for children as early as six months. The decision was taken following a request from the Public Health Commission and recommendations from its Vaccines Committee. The first batch of vaccines from the EU will arrive in Spain by mid-December. They will be distributed in proportion to the number of minors aged five to 11 years.

Arrests of cocaine in Ivory Coast

The Ivory Coast navy has seized a record amount of cocaine. The drugs were plastic-wrapped in small bundles with the Louis Vuitton logo. There were four11 kilograms of cocaine on board, destined for the city of Abidjan. The drugs were unloaded from a Spanish-flagged ship, which was idling 250 kilometers off the coast. A special unit of the Ivorian navy picked up the smaller boat and arrested five people.

India arrests Welfare Party member Javed

The government of India has arrested welfare party member Javed Mohammad in connection with a bharat bandh in Prayagraj. He is the head of the central working committee of the Welfare Party of India (WPI), which calls for the immediate release of all prisoners. Javed had recently called for the demolition of Muslim houses using bulldozers. But the state government has rejected his demands.

Chhattisgarh government reopens government-run schools

After years of Maoist violence in Naxal-hit Bastar district, the Chhattisgarh government has decided to reopen 260 government-run schools in the region. The government will begin by reopening pre-primary and primary schools, where children are currently barred from attending classes. In total, eleven thousand thirteen students are expected to return to the classrooms after the schools reopen.