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Global immunisation efforts have saved at least 154 million lives in the past 50 years, according to a World Health Organization study -- the equivalent of six lives saved "every minute", declares WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus during a press statement in Geneva. SOUNDBITE
The United States is sending a new batch of military assistance to Ukraine, with the $450 million shipment including more rocket systems to use against Russian invasion forces. "This package contains weapons and equipment, including new High Mobility Artillery Rocket systems," National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby says at a White House briefing. Also included are tens of thousands of rounds of artillery ammunition and patrol boats. SOUNDBITE
Botticelli's "Man of Sorrows" was sold for $45,419,700 at a Sotheby's auction in New York. The rare portrait of Christ by the 15th century Italian old master was painted later in his life. IMAGES
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly planning to build a £3 million house in South East England close to Soho Farmhouse.
Russell Crowe's 'Art of Divorce' auction has made over $3.7 million, with a jockstrap worn in one of his movies among the more popular lots.
Singer-songwriter Harry Styles has put his West Hollywood mansion back on the market.