<p>If experts are to be believed, a volcanic eruption in Canary Islands, Spain could last three months. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Canary Islands Volcanology Institute, the eruption on the island of La Palma and its aftermath could last for up to 84 days. The institute made the announcement on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>After looking at calculations of the length of previous eruptions on the archipelago, the institute made the assessment. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Just like this time, the eruption was earlier followed by heavy lava flows and lasting seismic activity. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The residents could be at risk of more lava flows, toxic gases, earthquakes, volcanic ash and acid rain. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Tuesday night, the institute noticed a strong increase in the number of smaller eruptions that hurl rocks and cinders high into the air from the La Palma volcano. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, a new fissure emerged in the erupting volcano on Spain's Canary Islands, gushing out more lava and forcing another 500 people to flee, officials said on Tuesday. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Cumbre Vieja volcano has forced a total of 6,000 people from their homes and destroyed around 100 properties since it erupted on Sunday afternoon. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a tweet, the emergency services said that "a new eruptive fissure has opened" and that the "population is being evacuated". &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;</em></p>


If experts are to be believed, a volcanic eruption in Canary Islands, Spain could last three months. According to the Canary Islands Volcanology Institute, the eruption on the island of La Palma and its aftermath could last for up to 84 days.

If experts are to be believed, a volcanic eruption in Canary Islands, Spain could last three months. According to the Canary Islands Volcanology Institute, the eruption on the island of La Palma and its aftermath could last for up to 84 days. The institute made the announcement on Wednesday. Watch: × After looking at calculations of the length of previous eruptions on the archipelago, the institute made the assessment. Just like this time, the eruption was earlier followed by heavy lava flows and lasting seismic activity. The residents could be at risk of more lava flows, toxic gases, earthquakes, volcanic ash and acid rain. Also Read: AI used by scientists to discover a treatment for childhood cancer On Tuesday night, the institute noticed a strong increase in the number of smaller eruptions that hurl rocks and cinders high into the air from the La Palma volcano. Earlier, a new fissure emerged in the erupting volcano on Spain's Canary Islands, gushing out more lava and forcing another 500 people to flee, officials said on Tuesday. Also Read: What caused massive Arctic ozone hole in 2020, study finds The Cumbre Vieja volcano has forced a total of 6,000 people from their homes and destroyed around 100 properties since it erupted on Sunday afternoon. In a tweet, the emergency services said that "a new eruptive fissure has opened" and that the "population is being evacuated". (With inputs from agencies)

Volcanic eruption could last three months in Spain’s Canary Islands, say experts   

<p>After Taiwan applied to join a trans-Pacific trade pact, China has criticised the island nation’s attempt, saying it opposes its joining of any official international agreements and organisations. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Taiwan has filed an application to join the 11-member Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a bid to increase its economic influence in the region, Beijing has also applied to join the same pact some time ago. &nbsp;</p>

<p>“Taiwan is an inalienable part of China,” said Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian on being asked about Taiwan’s move. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Thursday, Zhao added, “We resolutely oppose any country’s official exchanges with Taiwan, and resolutely oppose the Taiwan region’s accession to any official agreements and organisations.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>Chen Chern-chyi, deputy economic minister, Taiwan, said on Wednesday that Taipei had submitted the application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/south-asia/lift-unilateral-sanctions-or-restrictions-on-afghanistan-says-chinese-fm-wang-yi-415189" hreflang="en">Lift unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan, says Chinese FM Wang Yi</a></strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) eastern theatre command dispatched naval and Air Forces to conduct joint patrols and combat exercises "in the waters and airspace southwest of Taiwan", as per China's state-run Global Times report. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The newspaper said the move came after "US warship transited the Taiwan Straits to provoke China concerning its sovereignty over the island again on Friday." &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


After Taiwan applied to join a trans-Pacific trade pact, China has criticised the island nation’s attempt, saying it opposes its joining of any official international agreements and organisations.

After Taiwan applied to join a trans-Pacific trade pact, China has criticised the island nation’s attempt, saying it opposes its joining of any official international agreements and organisations. Taiwan has filed an application to join the 11-member Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Watch: × In a bid to increase its economic influence in the region, Beijing has also applied to join the same pact some time ago. “Taiwan is an inalienable part of China,” said Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian on being asked about Taiwan’s move. Also Read: Chinese aircraft, including nuclear-capable bombers, entered air defence zone, claims Taiwan On Thursday, Zhao added, “We resolutely oppose any country’s official exchanges with Taiwan, and resolutely oppose the Taiwan region’s accession to any official agreements and organisations.” Chen Chern-chyi, deputy economic minister, Taiwan, said on Wednesday that Taipei had submitted the application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Also Read: Lift unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan, says Chinese FM Wang Yi Meanwhile, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) eastern theatre command dispatched naval and Air Forces to conduct joint patrols and combat exercises "in the waters and airspace southwest of Taiwan", as per China's state-run Global Times report. The newspaper said the move came after "US warship transited the Taiwan Straits to provoke China concerning its sovereignty over the island again on Friday." (With inputs from agencies)

China slams Taiwan’s attempt to join key trans-Pacific trade pact

<p>In an attempt to deepen “friendly and cooperative” relations with the Taliban in the future, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for lifting of several unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan.</p>

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<p>In a statement, the Chinese foreign ministry said, economic sanctions on Afghanistan must end. It cited the foreign minister at a virtual G20 foreign ministers' meeting on Afghanistan on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister said, Afghanistan's foreign exchange reserves are national assets, which should belong to the country's people and be used by its own people, and not be used as a bargaining chip to exert pressure on the country. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, Beijing said it welcomed the end of "three weeks of anarchy" in Afghanistan with the establishment of a new interim government in Kabul, calling on the Taliban to restore order in the country. It also said the new government would help bring stability. &nbsp;</p>

<p>At a press briefing, foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin had said, "China attaches great importance to the announcement by the Taliban of the establishment of an interim government and some important personnel arrangements." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>"This has ended more than three weeks of anarchy in Afghanistan and is a necessary step to restore order and rebuild the country," added Wenbin. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em>&nbsp;</p>


In an attempt to deepen “friendly and cooperative” relations with the Taliban in the future, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for lifting of several unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan.

In an attempt to deepen “friendly and cooperative” relations with the Taliban in the future, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for lifting of several unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan. Watch: × In a statement, the Chinese foreign ministry said, economic sanctions on Afghanistan must end. It cited the foreign minister at a virtual G20 foreign ministers' meeting on Afghanistan on Wednesday. The minister said, Afghanistan's foreign exchange reserves are national assets, which should belong to the country's people and be used by its own people, and not be used as a bargaining chip to exert pressure on the country. Also Read: In new 'Kernel estimation', Chinese scientists conclude coronavirus first appeared in US Earlier, Beijing said it welcomed the end of "three weeks of anarchy" in Afghanistan with the establishment of a new interim government in Kabul, calling on the Taliban to restore order in the country. It also said the new government would help bring stability. At a press briefing, foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin had said, "China attaches great importance to the announcement by the Taliban of the establishment of an interim government and some important personnel arrangements." Also Read: United Nations Security Council extends Taliban's travel ban waiver "This has ended more than three weeks of anarchy in Afghanistan and is a necessary step to restore order and rebuild the country," added Wenbin. (With inputs from agencies)

Lift unilateral sanctions or restrictions on Afghanistan, says Chinese FM Wang Yi

<p>Declaring “we need to go big,” President Joe Biden on Wednesday called on other world leaders, pharmaceutical executives, philanthropists and civil society organizations to band together to forge a global consensus around a plan to fight the coronavirus crisis.</p>

<p>Speaking at the opening of a virtual COVID-19 summit he is convening in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, Biden cited two especially urgent challenges: vaccinating the world against COVID-19 and solving a global oxygen crisis, which is leading to unnecessary deaths among COVID-19 patients who might survive if oxygen were available.</p>

<p>“We’re not going to solve this crisis with half measures or middle of the road ambitions — we need to go big,” the president said, adding, “It’s an all-hands-on-deck crisis.”</p>

<p>But it may be hard to turn Biden’s words into reality. Less than 10% of the population of poor nations — and less than 4% of the African population — has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. COVAX, the World Health Organization-backed international vaccine initiative, is behind schedule in delivering shots to the low- and middle-income nations that need them the most.</p>

<p>Around the world, more than 4.5 million people have died of COVID-19 — a “global tragedy,” Biden said. But critics of the administration had low expectations for the gathering.</p>

<p>“This summit deserves to be, needs to be, a debate of historic dimensions,” Peter Maybaruk, access to medicines director for Public Citizen, the consumer advocacy organization, which has been urging the administration to adopt a $25 billion plan to scale up vaccine manufacturing around the world.</p>

<p>“But it won’t be that kind of debate,” he added. “The summit plan is for a long afternoon of videos, many of them recorded in advance. The hosts are unlikely to be significantly challenged by developing country governments and people at risk of losing their families. Which means, as important as the summit is to corral further commitments, it will not produce the transformative response needed to end the pandemic.”</p>

<p>The summit was to begin with Biden and other world leaders, including António Guterres, the secretary-general of the United Nations, gathering virtually for a small panel discussion entitled “Call the World to Account and Vaccinate the World,” moderated by Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Biden’s ambassador to the United Nations. Participants include other presidents and prime ministers, including President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain, according to an agenda obtained by The New York Times.</p>

<p>Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to lead a session at the summit around 1:30 p.m. ET on preventing future pandemics.</p>

<p>White House officials have said that Biden’s message to the group will be that the U.S. cannot fight the pandemic or address the global vaccine shortage on its own. Earlier Wednesday, Pfizer-BioNTech announced that it had struck a deal with the Biden administration to sell the U.S. an additional 500 million doses of its coronavirus vaccine, to be donated to nations that need them. Biden heralded the deal in his opening remarks.</p>

<p>Drug company executives, philanthropists and leaders of nonprofit organizations have also been invited to the summit, which administration officials say is the largest gathering of heads of state to date to address the global pandemic.</p>

<p>Biden has been under intense pressure from global health experts to do more to address the vaccine shortage.</p>

<p>At a briefing held by Physicians for Human Rights earlier this week, Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, WHO's chief scientist, sounded a note of urgency and issued a plea for nations to work together to distribute vaccines in a coordinated — and equitable — fashion. She also urged countries to share their excess supplies.</p>

<p>“A country-by-country approach, a nationalistic approach, is not going to get us out of this pandemic,” she said. “And that’s where we are today.”</p>


Declaring “we need to go big,” President Joe Biden on Wednesday called on other world leaders, pharmaceutical executives, philanthropists and civil society organizations to band together to forge a global consensus around a plan to fight the coronavirus crisis.

Declaring “we need to go big,” President Joe Biden on Wednesday called on other world leaders, pharmaceutical executives, philanthropists and civil society organizations to band together to forge a global consensus around a plan to fight the coronavirus crisis. Speaking at the opening of a virtual COVID-19 summit he is convening in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, Biden cited two especially urgent challenges: vaccinating the world against COVID-19 and solving a global oxygen crisis, which is leading to unnecessary deaths among COVID-19 patients who might survive if oxygen were available. “We’re not going to solve this crisis with half measures or middle of the road ambitions — we need to go big,” the president said, adding, “It’s an all-hands-on-deck crisis.” But it may be hard to turn Biden’s words into reality. Less than 10% of the population of poor nations — and less than 4% of the African population — has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. COVAX, the World Health Organization-backed international vaccine initiative, is behind schedule in delivering shots to the low- and middle-income nations that need them the most. Around the world, more than 4.5 million people have died of COVID-19 — a “global tragedy,” Biden said. But critics of the administration had low expectations for the gathering. “This summit deserves to be, needs to be, a debate of historic dimensions,” Peter Maybaruk, access to medicines director for Public Citizen, the consumer advocacy organization, which has been urging the administration to adopt a $25 billion plan to scale up vaccine manufacturing around the world. “But it won’t be that kind of debate,” he added. “The summit plan is for a long afternoon of videos, many of them recorded in advance. The hosts are unlikely to be significantly challenged by developing country governments and people at risk of losing their families. Which means, as important as the summit is to corral further commitments, it will not produce the transformative response needed to end the pandemic.” The summit was to begin with Biden and other world leaders, including António Guterres, the secretary-general of the United Nations, gathering virtually for a small panel discussion entitled “Call the World to Account and Vaccinate the World,” moderated by Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Biden’s ambassador to the United Nations. Participants include other presidents and prime ministers, including President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain, according to an agenda obtained by The New York Times. Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to lead a session at the summit around 1:30 p.m. ET on preventing future pandemics. White House officials have said that Biden’s message to the group will be that the U.S. cannot fight the pandemic or address the global vaccine shortage on its own. Earlier Wednesday, Pfizer-BioNTech announced that it had struck a deal with the Biden administration to sell the U.S. an additional 500 million doses of its coronavirus vaccine, to be donated to nations that need them. Biden heralded the deal in his opening remarks. Drug company executives, philanthropists and leaders of nonprofit organizations have also been invited to the summit, which administration officials say is the largest gathering of heads of state to date to address the global pandemic. Biden has been under intense pressure from global health experts to do more to address the vaccine shortage. At a briefing held by Physicians for Human Rights earlier this week, Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, WHO's chief scientist, sounded a note of urgency and issued a plea for nations to work together to distribute vaccines in a coordinated — and equitable — fashion. She also urged countries to share their excess supplies. “A country-by-country approach, a nationalistic approach, is not going to get us out of this pandemic,” she said. “And that’s where we are today.”

‘We need to go big’: US President Joe Biden calls on global partners to bolster world’s COVID-19 response

<p>On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian external affairs minister, who arrived on Monday to participate at the high-level 76th session of the UN General Assembly, started the day with a meeting with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Jaishankar tweeted on Tuesday, "Began the day meeting with our strategic partner France. A comprehensive discussion with FM @JY_LeDrian on Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific and other contemporary issues. India and France are solid partners in the UN Security Council." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister then held a bilateral meeting with Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs H Amirabdollahian. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a tweet, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet FM @Amirabdolahian of Iran again. Continued our conversation on strengthening bilateral cooperation." He added that the meeting reaffirmed our convergence on regional issues. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian minister also met Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the UN headquarters on the sidelines of the UNGA. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-announce-expansion-to-interim-cabinet-fail-to-include-women-again-despite-outcry-414741" hreflang="en">Taliban&nbsp;announce expansion to&nbsp;interim Cabinet, fail to include women again despite outcry</a></strong></p>

<p>"Good to meet FM Sameh Shoukry of Egypt. Agreed to take forward our bilateral cooperation. Exchanged views on the GERD issue and Afghanistan," the minister said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Jaishankar also met his Australian counterpart Marise Payne. "Met our Quad partner Australia. Took forward strategic conversations with FM @Marisepayne from our last meeting. Was apprised of recent developments in the Indo-Pacific," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts.

On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts. The Indian external affairs minister, who arrived on Monday to participate at the high-level 76th session of the UN General Assembly, started the day with a meeting with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian. Watch: × Jaishankar tweeted on Tuesday, "Began the day meeting with our strategic partner France. A comprehensive discussion with FM @JY_LeDrian on Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific and other contemporary issues. India and France are solid partners in the UN Security Council." The minister then held a bilateral meeting with Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs H Amirabdollahian. Also Read: In first address at UN General Assembly 2021, US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy In a tweet, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet FM @Amirabdolahian of Iran again. Continued our conversation on strengthening bilateral cooperation." He added that the meeting reaffirmed our convergence on regional issues. The Indian minister also met Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the UN headquarters on the sidelines of the UNGA. Also Read: Taliban announce expansion to interim Cabinet, fail to include women again despite outcry "Good to meet FM Sameh Shoukry of Egypt. Agreed to take forward our bilateral cooperation. Exchanged views on the GERD issue and Afghanistan," the minister said. Jaishankar also met his Australian counterpart Marise Payne. "Met our Quad partner Australia. Took forward strategic conversations with FM @Marisepayne from our last meeting. Was apprised of recent developments in the Indo-Pacific," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

On UNGA sidelines, Jaishankar discusses Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific in bilateral meetings 

<p>Calling on the Taliban to form an inclusive government in Afghanistan, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday warned that the failure to do so may lead to a civil war in the neighbouring country and turn into an "ideal place" for terrorists. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The PM also said that preventing women from accessing education in Afghanistan would be un-Islamic.</p>

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<p>In an interview to the BBC, Khan said, "If they do not include all the factions, sooner or later they will have a civil war. That would mean an unstable, chaotic, Afghanistan and an ideal place for terrorists. That is a worry." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The leader had earlier tweeted that he has 'initiated a dialogue' with the Taliban for an inclusive Afghanistan government having Tajiks, Hazaras and Uzbeks. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>On being asked whether the Taliban would meet the criteria for formal recognition, he called on the international community to give the group more time. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's just too early to say anything," Pakistan PM said, adding that he expected Afghan women to eventually "assert their rights".</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-first-address-at-un-general-assembly-2021-us-president-joe-biden-says-ended-afghan-war-to-enter-new-era-of-diplomacy-414726" hreflang="en">In first address at UN General Assembly 2021, US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy &nbsp;</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the interaction, the leader laid out the conditions that would need to be met for Pakistan to formally recognise the new Taliban government, the BBC reported. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"All neighbours will get together and see how they progress. Whether to recognise them or not will be a collective decision,” he said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Calling on the Taliban to form an inclusive government in Afghanistan, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday warned that the failure to do so may lead to a civil war in the neighbouring country and turn into an "ideal place" for terrorists.

Calling on the Taliban to form an inclusive government in Afghanistan, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday warned that the failure to do so may lead to a civil war in the neighbouring country and turn into an "ideal place" for terrorists. The PM also said that preventing women from accessing education in Afghanistan would be un-Islamic. Watch: × In an interview to the BBC, Khan said, "If they do not include all the factions, sooner or later they will have a civil war. That would mean an unstable, chaotic, Afghanistan and an ideal place for terrorists. That is a worry." The leader had earlier tweeted that he has 'initiated a dialogue' with the Taliban for an inclusive Afghanistan government having Tajiks, Hazaras and Uzbeks. Also Read: Taliban announce expansion to interim Cabinet, fail to include women again despite outcry On being asked whether the Taliban would meet the criteria for formal recognition, he called on the international community to give the group more time. "It's just too early to say anything," Pakistan PM said, adding that he expected Afghan women to eventually "assert their rights". Also Read: In first address at UN General Assembly 2021, US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy In the interaction, the leader laid out the conditions that would need to be met for Pakistan to formally recognise the new Taliban government, the BBC reported. "All neighbours will get together and see how they progress. Whether to recognise them or not will be a collective decision,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Failure to form inclusive Afghan govt may result in civil war, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan warns Taliban

<p>A UNICEF report has again brought the glaring issue of malnutrition to the fore. In a report published on Wednesday, the UN’s children’s agency, said around one third of children under the age of two years in many developing countries are given diet, which is needed for healthy growth. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the last decade, no progress has been made on improving their nutrition, the report said. The revelation has come as the UN’s food security summit is going to start on Thursday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>For deplorable condition of children’s nutrition in 91 countries, it holds several issues, such as conflict, COVID-19 and climate breakdown, responsible.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/put-uk-on-covid-high-alert-as-over-100000-kids-go-absent-from-school-warn-headteachers-415010" hreflang="en">Put UK on Covid 'high alert' as over 100,000 kids go absent from school, warn headteachers</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Around 50% children aged between six and 23 months in several developing countries were not given the minimum number of meals daily and even fewer had a diet that met least requirement, said the report. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The UNICEF UK said the British government can help tackle the problem by investing in nutrition. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>UNICEF UK’s senior policy adviser on child health, Jenny Vaughan, said, “Millions of children around the world are affected by the life-limiting outcomes of poor nutrition.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>“By investing £600m to reach 50 million children over the next five years with nutrition-relevant programmes, the UK government would be making a significant contribution to addressing this problem and put millions of children on a path to healthier and brighter futures,” added Vaughan. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A UNICEF report has again brought the glaring issue of malnutrition to the fore. In a report published on Wednesday, the UN’s children’s agency, said around one third of children under the age of two years in many developing countries are given diet, which is needed for healthy growth.

A UNICEF report has again brought the glaring issue of malnutrition to the fore. In a report published on Wednesday, the UN’s children’s agency, said around one third of children under the age of two years in many developing countries are given diet, which is needed for healthy growth. Watch: × In the last decade, no progress has been made on improving their nutrition, the report said. The revelation has come as the UN’s food security summit is going to start on Thursday. For deplorable condition of children’s nutrition in 91 countries, it holds several issues, such as conflict, COVID-19 and climate breakdown, responsible. Also Read: Put UK on Covid 'high alert' as over 100,000 kids go absent from school, warn headteachers Around 50% children aged between six and 23 months in several developing countries were not given the minimum number of meals daily and even fewer had a diet that met least requirement, said the report. The UNICEF UK said the British government can help tackle the problem by investing in nutrition. Also Read: Some rich people are counting their antibodies ‘like calories’ UNICEF UK’s senior policy adviser on child health, Jenny Vaughan, said, “Millions of children around the world are affected by the life-limiting outcomes of poor nutrition.” “By investing £600m to reach 50 million children over the next five years with nutrition-relevant programmes, the UK government would be making a significant contribution to addressing this problem and put millions of children on a path to healthier and brighter futures,” added Vaughan. (With inputs from agencies)

One third kids under two years of age in developing countries are nourished, says UNICEF

<p>To curb COVID-19 outbreaks in schools, the UK government should be on 'high alert' as more than 100,000 children went absent from school last week, due to confirmed or suspected infections, said headteachers of the country. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On September 16, less than 92% pupils were present in classrooms, the Department for Education’s figures showed. Around 59,000 were absent with confirmed cases of COVID-19 and at least 45,000 could not make it to school as they were suspected of having Covid disease.</p>

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<p>For Covid, 122,000 kids were absent last week from state schools in total. These included 16,000, who were marked off as isolating and another 2,000 “due to attendance restrictions being in place to manage an outbreak,” said DfE. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Paul Whiteman, general secretary, National Association of Head Teachers, said, “These national figures mask some significant issues arising at a local level, and we already know of schools that are struggling to keep classes open due to outbreaks occurring.” &nbsp;</p>

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<p>“It is crucial that both central and local government are now on high alert and are ready to react quickly if and when cases rise rapidly or outbreaks occur. The next few weeks will be crucial,” added Whiteman. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Geoff Barton, general secretary, Association of School and College Leaders, said he was aware of schools where “significant numbers” of students were absent.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-pledges-to-donate-500-million-vaccines-to-other-nations-414999" hreflang="en">Biden pledges to donate 500 million vaccines to other nations</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We are hopeful that the vaccination programme for 12- to 15-year-olds will help to reduce this level of disruption. However, the government must also take more action to support schools and colleges,” Barton said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


To curb COVID-19 outbreaks in schools, the UK government should be on 'high alert' as more than 100,000 children went absent from school last week, due to confirmed or suspected infections, said headteachers of the country.

To curb COVID-19 outbreaks in schools, the UK government should be on 'high alert' as more than 100,000 children went absent from school last week, due to confirmed or suspected infections, said headteachers of the country. On September 16, less than 92% pupils were present in classrooms, the Department for Education’s figures showed. Around 59,000 were absent with confirmed cases of COVID-19 and at least 45,000 could not make it to school as they were suspected of having Covid disease. Watch: × For Covid, 122,000 kids were absent last week from state schools in total. These included 16,000, who were marked off as isolating and another 2,000 “due to attendance restrictions being in place to manage an outbreak,” said DfE. Paul Whiteman, general secretary, National Association of Head Teachers, said, “These national figures mask some significant issues arising at a local level, and we already know of schools that are struggling to keep classes open due to outbreaks occurring.” Also Read | India running world's largest vaccination campaign: Indian PM Narendra Modi at the COVID-19 Summit “It is crucial that both central and local government are now on high alert and are ready to react quickly if and when cases rise rapidly or outbreaks occur. The next few weeks will be crucial,” added Whiteman. Geoff Barton, general secretary, Association of School and College Leaders, said he was aware of schools where “significant numbers” of students were absent. Also Read: Biden pledges to donate 500 million vaccines to other nations “We are hopeful that the vaccination programme for 12- to 15-year-olds will help to reduce this level of disruption. However, the government must also take more action to support schools and colleges,” Barton said. (With inputs from agencies)

Put UK on Covid 'high alert' as over 100,000 kids go absent from school, warn headteachers

<p>Observed on September 22 every year, the World Rose Day is dedicated to cancer patients all across the globe. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>The purpose of celebrating this day is to bring happiness and hope into the lives of such patients. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It looks to remind them that they can emerge victorious in their battle against cancer with the help of determination and positivity. It also tells them that they are not alone in this fight. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>World Rose Day is observed each year in the memory of 12-year-old Melinda Rose from Canada. According to reports, Rose was diagnosed with Askin's Tumour, a rare form of blood cancer, in 1994. She had died in 1996. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Although the doctors had said that she might live only for a few weeks, Rose went on to keep fighting with the disease for over three years. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>She spent the time in sharing letters, verses, poems, e-mails, etc with other cancer patients to cheer them up. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>It seems her kindness and hope in the tough times became an inspiration for celebration of World Rose Day. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Significance &nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>On this day, people offer roses, cards and gifts to cancer patients and their caregivers. This small gesture can play an important role in their difficult journey. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The fight against cancer is both physical and psychological, and events such as this day can give inner strength and motivation to the patients to keep moving forward. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Observed on September 22 every year, the World Rose Day is dedicated to cancer patients all across the globe. The purpose of celebrating this day is to bring happiness and hope into the lives of such patients.

Observed on September 22 every year, the World Rose Day is dedicated to cancer patients all across the globe. The purpose of celebrating this day is to bring happiness and hope into the lives of such patients. Watch: × It looks to remind them that they can emerge victorious in their battle against cancer with the help of determination and positivity. It also tells them that they are not alone in this fight. History World Rose Day is observed each year in the memory of 12-year-old Melinda Rose from Canada. According to reports, Rose was diagnosed with Askin's Tumour, a rare form of blood cancer, in 1994. She had died in 1996. Also Read: University of Florence to offer masters degree in coffee Although the doctors had said that she might live only for a few weeks, Rose went on to keep fighting with the disease for over three years. She spent the time in sharing letters, verses, poems, e-mails, etc with other cancer patients to cheer them up. Also Read: NASA's Hubble Telescope captures massive 'eye' of dying star It seems her kindness and hope in the tough times became an inspiration for celebration of World Rose Day. Significance On this day, people offer roses, cards and gifts to cancer patients and their caregivers. This small gesture can play an important role in their difficult journey. The fight against cancer is both physical and psychological, and events such as this day can give inner strength and motivation to the patients to keep moving forward. (With inputs from agencies)

World Rose Day 2021: History, significance and what you need to know

<p>On realising how fragile the Earth was after looking at it from space, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said he is committing $1bn for its conservation. The billionaire is going to invest in such projects around the world. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year, the Amazon founder had formed $10bn Bezos Earth Fund. The money made through it will go for conservation of nature in the tropical Andes, Congo Basin and Pacific Ocean. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It will also be used to protect 30% of the world’s oceans and land by the end of the decade. The billionaire made the announcement during New York Climate Week. &nbsp;</p>

<p>At the launch event on Monday, the Washington Post owner said, “Nature is our life support system and it’s fragile. I was reminded of this just this July when I went into space with Blue Origin. I’d heard that seeing the Earth from space changes one’s point of view of the world. But I was not prepared for just how much that would be true.” &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Living down here, the world and the atmosphere seem vast and they seem stable. But looking back at Earth from there, the atmosphere seems thin and the world finite. Both beautiful, both fragile,” said Bezos. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The grants will be distributed this year. It will prioritise regions and countries with a standing commitment of protecting nature. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The money would help in expanding, managing and monitoring protected areas while also putting indigenous and local communities at the heart of efforts to protect biodiversity, Bezos said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;&nbsp;</em></p>


On realising how fragile the Earth was after looking at it from space, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said he is committing $1bn for its conservation. The billionaire is going to invest in such projects around the world.

On realising how fragile the Earth was after looking at it from space, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said he is committing $1bn for its conservation. The billionaire is going to invest in such projects around the world. Last year, the Amazon founder had formed $10bn Bezos Earth Fund. The money made through it will go for conservation of nature in the tropical Andes, Congo Basin and Pacific Ocean. Watch: × It will also be used to protect 30% of the world’s oceans and land by the end of the decade. The billionaire made the announcement during New York Climate Week. At the launch event on Monday, the Washington Post owner said, “Nature is our life support system and it’s fragile. I was reminded of this just this July when I went into space with Blue Origin. I’d heard that seeing the Earth from space changes one’s point of view of the world. But I was not prepared for just how much that would be true.” Also Read: Australia: Rare 6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Melbourne “Living down here, the world and the atmosphere seem vast and they seem stable. But looking back at Earth from there, the atmosphere seems thin and the world finite. Both beautiful, both fragile,” said Bezos. The grants will be distributed this year. It will prioritise regions and countries with a standing commitment of protecting nature. Also Read: In California, even fire-resistant trees need to be protected from flames The money would help in expanding, managing and monitoring protected areas while also putting indigenous and local communities at the heart of efforts to protect biodiversity, Bezos said. (With inputs from agencies)

After finding Earth fragile from space, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos commits $1bn for conservation

<p>After confirming the human remains found near the Wyoming border belong to Gabby Petito, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking public's help in finding Gabby Petito's fiancé Brian Laundrie. The agency has determined that Petito died by homicide. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The agency is looking for information from anyone, who may have come in contact with Laundrie or Petito, or who visited the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping Area in the Bridger-Teton National Forest from August 27 to 30 or may have seen their vehicle. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In some TikTok videos, a woman Miranda Baker seems to have been claiming that she and her boyfriend gave lift to Laundrie on August 29 in Wyoming. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The couple also said that he claimed he was camping all by himself for some days while Petito was back at their van working on social media posts. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Baker, the couple came in contact with Laundrie when he was hitchhiking in Colter Bay, Wyoming. It is not far from where remains of Petito were found. Laundrie also seems to have offered to pay $200 for the ride, said Baker. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement obtained by CNN’s affiliate KSL, the Petito family attorney Richard Benson Stafford said, the family needs time to grieve, and they will release a statement "when Gabby is home." &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


After confirming the human remains found near the Wyoming border belong to Gabby Petito, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking public's help in finding Gabby Petito's fiancé Brian Laundrie.

After confirming the human remains found near the Wyoming border belong to Gabby Petito, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking public's help in finding Gabby Petito's fiancé Brian Laundrie. The agency has determined that Petito died by homicide. Watch: × The agency is looking for information from anyone, who may have come in contact with Laundrie or Petito, or who visited the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping Area in the Bridger-Teton National Forest from August 27 to 30 or may have seen their vehicle. In some TikTok videos, a woman Miranda Baker seems to have been claiming that she and her boyfriend gave lift to Laundrie on August 29 in Wyoming. Also Read: FBI confirms Gabby Petito's death by homicide amid ongoing search for fiance The couple also said that he claimed he was camping all by himself for some days while Petito was back at their van working on social media posts. According to the Baker, the couple came in contact with Laundrie when he was hitchhiking in Colter Bay, Wyoming. It is not far from where remains of Petito were found. Laundrie also seems to have offered to pay $200 for the ride, said Baker. Also Read: FBI, Florida police on hunt for Gabby Petito’s fiancé after family says he is ‘missing’ In a statement obtained by CNN’s affiliate KSL, the Petito family attorney Richard Benson Stafford said, the family needs time to grieve, and they will release a statement "when Gabby is home." (With inputs from agencies)

After new revelations, FBI seeks public's help in looking for Petito's fiancé

<p>Even as US president Joe Biden says he is not seeking a new cold war at UN General Assembly 2021, a majority of Europeans think it is already underway between the US and its main rivals, China and Russia, a report said. Some Europeans also view their own country as a direct participant to the conflict. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>A study by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) made the revelation after conducting poll in 12 member states. However, more Europeans believe the EU leadership in Brussels was a party too. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In the survey, 62% respondents believed a new cold war is happening between the US and China, and 59% saw the same occurring between the US and Russia. Around 15% Europeans felt their own country was in a new cold war with China, rising to 25% with Russia.</p>

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<p>Around 31% Europeans felt the EU was now in a conflict with China, while 35% said that it was not the case. Around 44% said they thought the EU was in a new cold war with Russia. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The polling data suggests there was a clear danger of a gap between European public opinion and that in the US, said the authors of the report.</p>

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<p>The responses also show a 'disconnect' between the EU and its member states, the report said.&nbsp;In the event of escalating tensions with China or Russia, it could undermine an effective response from Europe. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Mark Leonard, ECFR director and co-author of the study, said, “The European public thinks there is a new cold war but they don’t want to have anything to do with it. Our polling reveals that a ‘cold war’ framing risks alienating European voters.” &nbsp;</p>

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Even as US president Joe Biden says he is not seeking a new cold war at UN General Assembly 2021, a majority of Europeans think it is already underway between the US and its main rivals, China and Russia, a report said.

Even as US president Joe Biden says he is not seeking a new cold war at UN General Assembly 2021, a majority of Europeans think it is already underway between the US and its main rivals, China and Russia, a report said. Some Europeans also view their own country as a direct participant to the conflict. Watch: × A study by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) made the revelation after conducting poll in 12 member states. However, more Europeans believe the EU leadership in Brussels was a party too. In the survey, 62% respondents believed a new cold war is happening between the US and China, and 59% saw the same occurring between the US and Russia. Around 15% Europeans felt their own country was in a new cold war with China, rising to 25% with Russia. Also Read | 'Changing a lot of nappies': UK PM Boris Johnson admits he has 6 children Around 31% Europeans felt the EU was now in a conflict with China, while 35% said that it was not the case. Around 44% said they thought the EU was in a new cold war with Russia. The polling data suggests there was a clear danger of a gap between European public opinion and that in the US, said the authors of the report. Also Read: Germany’s far-right is nowhere in the election. But it’s ‘here to stay.’ The responses also show a 'disconnect' between the EU and its member states, the report said. In the event of escalating tensions with China or Russia, it could undermine an effective response from Europe. Mark Leonard, ECFR director and co-author of the study, said, “The European public thinks there is a new cold war but they don’t want to have anything to do with it. Our polling reveals that a ‘cold war’ framing risks alienating European voters.” (With inputs from agencies)

US engaged in new cold war with rivals China and Russia, say most Europeans in poll  

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