<p>Record temperatures were registered on Saturday (June 11) in Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver and Death Valley in the US. The southwestern states of the country are in the grips of a potentially deadly heatwave. It is predicted that the temperatures may hit 47 degrees celsius (117 Fahrenheit) in coming days.</p>

<p>National Weather Service in Phoenix said that the temperature hit 114 degrees Fahrenheit (46 degrees Celsius). This equated the record set in 1918.''</p>

<p>In Colorado, a temperature of 100 F (38 C) was recorded in Denver. This was equal to a record set in 2013.</p>

<p>In Death Valley, California, temperature hit 122 F (50 C) on June 11.</p>

<p>While the region usually heats up at this time of year, forecasters warned it would be considerably hotter than average.</p>

<p>Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can be exceedingly dangerous for humans.<br />
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The World Health Organization says excessive heat stresses the body, and increases the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular disease.</p>

<p>"Heatwaves can acutely impact large populations for short periods of time, often trigger public health emergencies, and result in excess mortality, and cascading socioeconomic impacts," the WHO says on its website.</p>

<p>Heatwaves and temperature variations are a natural part of the climate, but scientists say human-caused global warming is creating a greater number of extreme events, sometimes with devastating consequences.</p>

<p>In June last year a "heat dome" sat over the western United States and Canada.</p>

<p>The intense temperatures and worst-in-a-millennium drought gripping the region led to numerous fires.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>

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Record temperatures were registered on Saturday (June 11) in Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver and Death Valley in the US. The southwestern states of the country are in the grips of a potentially deadly heatwave.

Record temperatures were registered on Saturday (June 11) in Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver and Death Valley in the US. The southwestern states of the country are in the grips of a potentially deadly heatwave. It is predicted that the temperatures may hit 47 degrees celsius (117 Fahrenheit) in coming days. National Weather Service in Phoenix said that the temperature hit 114 degrees Fahrenheit (46 degrees Celsius). This equated the record set in 1918.'' In Colorado, a temperature of 100 F (38 C) was recorded in Denver. This was equal to a record set in 2013. In Death Valley, California, temperature hit 122 F (50 C) on June 11. While the region usually heats up at this time of year, forecasters warned it would be considerably hotter than average. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can be exceedingly dangerous for humans. The World Health Organization says excessive heat stresses the body, and increases the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular disease. "Heatwaves can acutely impact large populations for short periods of time, often trigger public health emergencies, and result in excess mortality, and cascading socioeconomic impacts," the WHO says on its website. Heatwaves and temperature variations are a natural part of the climate, but scientists say human-caused global warming is creating a greater number of extreme events, sometimes with devastating consequences. In June last year a "heat dome" sat over the western United States and Canada. The intense temperatures and worst-in-a-millennium drought gripping the region led to numerous fires. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>United Nations Secretary General Amotino Guterres on Friday appointed senior Indian diplomat Amandeep Singh Gill as his Envoy on Technology. The UN described him as a "thought leader on digital technology" in an announcement of his appointment on its website.</p>

<p>Gill was India's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva from 2016-to 2018. He is CEO of the International Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence Research Collaborative (I-DAIR) project, based at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva.</p>

<p>"A thought leader on digital technology, he brings to the position a deep knowledge of digital technologies coupled with a solid understanding of how to leverage the digital transformation responsibly and inclusively for progress on the Sustainable Development Goals," said a statement issued by the UN here on Friday.</p>

<p>From 2018 to 2019, Gill was the Executive Director and Co-Lead of the United Nations Secretary-General's High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation</p>

<p>In addition to delivering the report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation, Gill helped secure high-impact international consensus recommendations on regulating Artificial Intelligence (Al) in lethal autonomous weapon systems in 2017 and 2018, the draft Al ethics recommendation of UNESCO in 2020, and a new international platform on digital health and Al.</p>

<p>Gill is 1992 batch officer of the Indian diplomatic service. He has served in variousc capacities in disarmament and strategic technologies and international security affairs. He had postings in Tehran and Colombo He was also a visiting scholar at Stanford University.</p>

<p>Amandeep Singh Gill has a Ph.D in Nuclear learning in Multilateral Forum's from King's College, London, a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Electrical Communications from Panjab University, Chandigarh and an Advanced Diploma in French History and Language from Geneva University.</p>

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United Nations Secretary General Amotino Guterres on Friday appointed senior Indian diplomat Amandeep Singh Gill as his Envoy on Technology. The UN described him as a "thought leader on digital technology" in an announcement of his appointment on its website.

United Nations Secretary General Amotino Guterres on Friday appointed senior Indian diplomat Amandeep Singh Gill as his Envoy on Technology. The UN described him as a "thought leader on digital technology" in an announcement of his appointment on its website. Gill was India's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva from 2016-to 2018. He is CEO of the International Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence Research Collaborative (I-DAIR) project, based at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva. "A thought leader on digital technology, he brings to the position a deep knowledge of digital technologies coupled with a solid understanding of how to leverage the digital transformation responsibly and inclusively for progress on the Sustainable Development Goals," said a statement issued by the UN here on Friday. From 2018 to 2019, Gill was the Executive Director and Co-Lead of the United Nations Secretary-General's High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation In addition to delivering the report of the High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation, Gill helped secure high-impact international consensus recommendations on regulating Artificial Intelligence (Al) in lethal autonomous weapon systems in 2017 and 2018, the draft Al ethics recommendation of UNESCO in 2020, and a new international platform on digital health and Al. Gill is 1992 batch officer of the Indian diplomatic service. He has served in variousc capacities in disarmament and strategic technologies and international security affairs. He had postings in Tehran and Colombo He was also a visiting scholar at Stanford University. Amandeep Singh Gill has a Ph.D in Nuclear learning in Multilateral Forum's from King's College, London, a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Electrical Communications from Panjab University, Chandigarh and an Advanced Diploma in French History and Language from Geneva University. (With inputs from agencies)

UN chief appoints Amandeep Singh Gill as Envoy on Technology

<p>US President Joe Biden said on Friday (June 10) that 'forces' behind US Capitol attack last year continue to be a threat to democracy.</p>

<p>"It's important the American people understand what truly happened, and to understand that the same forces that led to January 6 remain at work today," he said. His statement came during an address in Los Angeles, where he hosted the Summit of th Americas.</p>

<p>Biden's remarks came on the same day when US Congressional Committee investigating Capitol Hill attack held an explosive public hearing. The committee blamed former US president Donald Trump for 'attempted coup'.</p>

<p>Trump had addressed a rally of his supporters close to US Capitol on the day of the attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Biden urged Americans to "protect our democracy," arguing that the battle for the country's soul was "far from won."</p>

<p>The House select committee into the insurrection is holding a month of hearings to lay out its initial findings from a year-long probe in the riot, which was linked to five deaths.</p>

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US President Joe Biden said on Friday (June 10) that 'forces' behind US Capitol attack last year continue to be a threat to democracy. "It's important the American people understand what truly happened, and to understand that the same forces that led to January 6 remain at work today," he said.

US President Joe Biden said on Friday (June 10) that 'forces' behind US Capitol attack last year continue to be a threat to democracy. "It's important the American people understand what truly happened, and to understand that the same forces that led to January 6 remain at work today," he said. His statement came during an address in Los Angeles, where he hosted the Summit of th Americas. Biden's remarks came on the same day when US Congressional Committee investigating Capitol Hill attack held an explosive public hearing. The committee blamed former US president Donald Trump for 'attempted coup'. Trump had addressed a rally of his supporters close to US Capitol on the day of the attack. Biden urged Americans to "protect our democracy," arguing that the battle for the country's soul was "far from won." The House select committee into the insurrection is holding a month of hearings to lay out its initial findings from a year-long probe in the riot, which was linked to five deaths. (With inputs from agencies)

Forces behind US Capitol attack 'remain at work today': Biden

<p>Justin Bieber said on Friday that he is suffering from facial paralysis. In a video posted on Instagram, Bieber said that he had been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. The 28-year-old pop icon recently announced that he was pausing his Justice World Tour due to illness. He announced this just hours before his first concert slated to take place in Toronto.</p>

<p>Ramsay Hunt&nbsp;Syndrome is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak impacts the facial nerve near one ear. In addition to facial paralysis, it can cause hearing loss.</p>

<p>"As you can see, this eye is not blinking, I can't smile on this side of my face, this nostril will not move," Bieber explained in a video.</p>

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<p>"So, there’s full paralysis on this side of my face. So for those who are frustrated by my cancellations of the next shows, I'm just physically, obviously, not capable of doing them. This is pretty serious, as you can see."</p>

<p>Justin Bieber said he was doing facial exercises. He added that he was taking time to "rest and relax and get back to 100 per cent so I can do what I was born to do".</p>

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<p>The singer did not say anything about the estimated time of recovery from the illness.</p>

<p>It's the third instance Bieber's tour has been postponed, the first two due to the Covid-19 pandemic.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Justin Bieber said on Friday that he is suffering from facial paralysis. In a video posted on Instagram, Bieber said that he had been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. The 28-year-old pop icon recently announced that he was pausing his Justice World Tour due to illness. He announced this just hours before his first concert slated to take place in Toronto. Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak impacts the facial nerve near one ear. In addition to facial paralysis, it can cause hearing loss. "As you can see, this eye is not blinking, I can't smile on this side of my face, this nostril will not move," Bieber explained in a video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) × "So, there’s full paralysis on this side of my face. So for those who are frustrated by my cancellations of the next shows, I'm just physically, obviously, not capable of doing them. This is pretty serious, as you can see." Justin Bieber said he was doing facial exercises. He added that he was taking time to "rest and relax and get back to 100 per cent so I can do what I was born to do". Also Read | Nick Jonas has the best reaction to wife Priyanka Chopra's fiery throwback bikini picture The singer did not say anything about the estimated time of recovery from the illness. It's the third instance Bieber's tour has been postponed, the first two due to the Covid-19 pandemic. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The Canadian government announced on Friday that it was suspending random Covid tests at airports till the end of June. The step has been taken with a view to reducing chronic delays for travellers.The tests will be put on hold on Saturday. The government statement said that the tests will resume "off site" on July 1.</p>

<p>"We continue to work with airports, airlines, baggage handlers, and other partners to implement solutions to reduce delays as we approach the summer peak season," it said.</p>

<p>Number of aviation officials have expressed their displeasure in recent weeks against the tests. They've said that the tests have worsened wait time at the airports.</p>

<p>In Toronto, as in Montreal, it takes several hours for passengers to leave the airport. A nationwide labor shortage has worsened recently and is affecting all sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Many passengers have taken to social media in recent days to complain about being stuck in their planes after landing before being allowed to disembark, but also about long queues when checking their baggage.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The country's main airline, Air Canada, has admitted to being hit by these problems.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Air Canada spokesman Peter Fitzpatrick told the media that "extended delays in security and customs," had recently forced airlines to cancel some flights.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government has promised to continue to hire screening officers at airports. The statement Friday said 865 people have joined the ranks of air transport security since April.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The Canadian government announced on Friday that it was suspending random Covid tests at airports till the end of June. The step has been taken with a view to reducing chronic delays for travellers.

The Canadian government announced on Friday that it was suspending random Covid tests at airports till the end of June. The step has been taken with a view to reducing chronic delays for travellers.The tests will be put on hold on Saturday. The government statement said that the tests will resume "off site" on July 1. "We continue to work with airports, airlines, baggage handlers, and other partners to implement solutions to reduce delays as we approach the summer peak season," it said. Number of aviation officials have expressed their displeasure in recent weeks against the tests. They've said that the tests have worsened wait time at the airports. In Toronto, as in Montreal, it takes several hours for passengers to leave the airport. A nationwide labor shortage has worsened recently and is affecting all sectors. Many passengers have taken to social media in recent days to complain about being stuck in their planes after landing before being allowed to disembark, but also about long queues when checking their baggage. Also Read | US to end Covid tests for air travellers The country's main airline, Air Canada, has admitted to being hit by these problems. Air Canada spokesman Peter Fitzpatrick told the media that "extended delays in security and customs," had recently forced airlines to cancel some flights. The government has promised to continue to hire screening officers at airports. The statement Friday said 865 people have joined the ranks of air transport security since April. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin. The meet took place on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore.</p>

<p>Taiwan has its own government but China views the island nation as part of its own territory.</p>

<p>Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would "smash to smithereens any 'Taiwan independence' plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland", according to the Chinese defence ministry.</p>

<p>He "stressed that Taiwan is China's Taiwan... Using Taiwan to contain China will never prevail", the ministry said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Austin "reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the (Taiwan) Strait, opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, and called on (China) to refrain from further destabilising actions toward Taiwan", according to the US Department of Defense.</p>

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<p>Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) has seen repeated violations from Chinese fighter jets.</p>

<p>US President Joe Biden, during a visit to Japan last month, appeared to break decades of US policy when, in response to a question, he said Washington would defend Taiwan militarily if it is attacked by China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The White House has since insisted its policy of "strategic ambiguity" over whether or not it would intervene has not changed.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin.

Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin. The meet took place on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore. Taiwan has its own government but China views the island nation as part of its own territory. Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting. The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would "smash to smithereens any 'Taiwan independence' plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland", according to the Chinese defence ministry. He "stressed that Taiwan is China's Taiwan... Using Taiwan to contain China will never prevail", the ministry said. Austin "reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the (Taiwan) Strait, opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, and called on (China) to refrain from further destabilising actions toward Taiwan", according to the US Department of Defense. Also Read | US greenlights USD 120 million sale for Taiwanese warships Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) has seen repeated violations from Chinese fighter jets. US President Joe Biden, during a visit to Japan last month, appeared to break decades of US policy when, in response to a question, he said Washington would defend Taiwan militarily if it is attacked by China. The White House has since insisted its policy of "strategic ambiguity" over whether or not it would intervene has not changed. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>US President Joe Biden on Friday unveiled new set of measures to address regional migration crisis. The unveiling happened during the Ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Twenty countries joined Biden for ceremonial unveiling but several others stayed away.</p>

<p>On the final day of the summit, the White House promoted a series of migrant programs agreed by countries in Western Hemisphere. However, media reports said that experts are skeptical as to effectiveness of the measures to create significant difference in the migration issue.</p>

<p>The measures include the US and Canada committing to take in more guest labourers, providing pathways for people from poorer countries to work in richer ones, and other countries agreeing to greater protections for migrants. Mexico also agreed to accept more Central American workers, according to a White House statement.</p>

<p>"We're transforming our approach to manage migration in the Americas," Biden said. "Each of us is signing up to commitments that recognizes the challenges we all share."</p>

<p>The flags of 20 countries, several fewer than the number attending the summit in all, festooned the stage where Biden led the rollout. But even that number was only achieved after days of U.S. pressure.</p>

<p>It was another sign of tensions that have marred the summit, undermining Biden's efforts to reassert U.S. leadership and counter China's growing economic footprint in the region.</p>

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US President Joe Biden on Friday unveiled new set of measures to address regional migration crisis. The unveiling happened during the Ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles. Twenty countries joined Biden for ceremonial unveiling but several others stayed away. On the final day of the summit, the White House promoted a series of migrant programs agreed by countries in Western Hemisphere. However, media reports said that experts are skeptical as to effectiveness of the measures to create significant difference in the migration issue. The measures include the US and Canada committing to take in more guest labourers, providing pathways for people from poorer countries to work in richer ones, and other countries agreeing to greater protections for migrants. Mexico also agreed to accept more Central American workers, according to a White House statement. "We're transforming our approach to manage migration in the Americas," Biden said. "Each of us is signing up to commitments that recognizes the challenges we all share." The flags of 20 countries, several fewer than the number attending the summit in all, festooned the stage where Biden led the rollout. But even that number was only achieved after days of U.S. pressure. It was another sign of tensions that have marred the summit, undermining Biden's efforts to reassert U.S. leadership and counter China's growing economic footprint in the region. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Police in Brazil said on Friday that search teams have found "apparently human" remains in the river where a British reporter was seen last in the Amazon rainforest. This may be the biggest break yet in the five-day investigation.</p>

<p>Federal police said that the "organic material" was being sent for forensic analysis. Blood found on a suspect's boat, which will be compared with genetic material from journalist Dom Phillips, will also be sent for forensic analysis. Phillips was accompanied by a travel companian, indigenous expert Bruno Pereira.</p>

<p>A Brazilian judge had ordered the suspect, a fisherman charged with illegal possession of restricted ammunition, to be held for another 30 days while police investigate whether he is involved, according to a lawyer for a local indigenous group.</p>

<p>State Judge Jacinta Silva dos Santos said the proceedings are under seal and she could not comment on whether other audiences are planned for the fisherman Amarildo da Costa, known locally as "Pelado."</p>

<p>Police have said Costa was one of the last people to see Phillips and Pereira on Sunday, when they went missing after visiting the fisherman's riverside community of Sao Gabriel.</p>

<p>Eliesio Morubo, the lawyer for the Union of Indigenous Peoples of the Javari Valley (UNIVAJA), said the judge agreed to keep the fisherman jailed for 30 days because the case involved a possible "heinous crime" such as murder and hiding bodies.</p>

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Police in Brazil said on Friday that search teams have found "apparently human" remains in the river where a British reporter was seen last in the Amazon rainforest. This may be the biggest break yet in the five-day investigation. Federal police said that the "organic material" was being sent for forensic analysis. Blood found on a suspect's boat, which will be compared with genetic material from journalist Dom Phillips, will also be sent for forensic analysis. Phillips was accompanied by a travel companian, indigenous expert Bruno Pereira. A Brazilian judge had ordered the suspect, a fisherman charged with illegal possession of restricted ammunition, to be held for another 30 days while police investigate whether he is involved, according to a lawyer for a local indigenous group. State Judge Jacinta Silva dos Santos said the proceedings are under seal and she could not comment on whether other audiences are planned for the fisherman Amarildo da Costa, known locally as "Pelado." Police have said Costa was one of the last people to see Phillips and Pereira on Sunday, when they went missing after visiting the fisherman's riverside community of Sao Gabriel. Eliesio Morubo, the lawyer for the Union of Indigenous Peoples of the Javari Valley (UNIVAJA), said the judge agreed to keep the fisherman jailed for 30 days because the case involved a possible "heinous crime" such as murder and hiding bodies. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Kylian Mbappe's 83rd-minute leveller let France hold early scoring Austria at a draw. Mbappe appeared as replacement for Antoine Griexmann in second half at Ernst-Happel Stadium and scored in his characteristic fashion. The goal brought France level with Austria. The match was a draw at 1-1.</p>

<p>Andreas Weimann scored for Austria.</p>

<p>This result means that France is still without a win three games into UEFA Nations League. France had won last year's edition.</p>

<p>They are bottom of League A, Group 1 with two points after losing 2-1 at home to Denmark last weekend and then drawing 1-1 in Croatia on Monday.</p>

<p>Denmark is at the top of the group despite a 1-0 hom defeat against Croatia in Copehagen on Friday.</p>

<p>France will play their final match of the June international break at home to Croatia on Monday before the group campaign concludes in September.</p>

<p>"There is never any need to worry. We should always be proud and just try to improve," Mbappe told broadcaster TF1 before admitting that he had still not fully recovered from the injury that forced him off against Denmark.</p>

<p>"No but if the coach needs me I will be there. There is just one game left before the holidays so I can force it a little bit."</p>

<p>The match, held in Vienna went ahead despite concerns about a huge hole that opened up on the pitch during Austria-Denmark match on Monday.</p>

<p>Against France, Austria scored early just eight minute into the game. Konrad Laimer's low ball in from the right was converted by the Bristol City forward Weimann.</p>

<p>France coach Didier Deschamps sent on Mbappe for Griezmann in the 63rd minute and RB Leipzig's Christopher Nkunku came on for Kingsley Coman 11 minutes from time as they stepped up their search for the leveller.</p>

<p>Mbappe had not played against Croatia after coming off with a knee knock at half-time against Denmark, and he was fresh enough to make the difference for the visitors.</p>

<p>A quick exchange of passes with Nkunku led to the Paris Saint-Germain star breaking through to fire past goalkeeper Patrick Pentz and score his 10th goal for his country this season.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Kylian Mbappe's 83rd-minute leveller let France hold early scoring Austria at a draw. Mbappe appeared as replacement for Antoine Griexmann in second half at Ernst-Happel Stadium and scored in his characteristic fashion.

Kylian Mbappe's 83rd-minute leveller let France hold early scoring Austria at a draw. Mbappe appeared as replacement for Antoine Griexmann in second half at Ernst-Happel Stadium and scored in his characteristic fashion. The goal brought France level with Austria. The match was a draw at 1-1. Andreas Weimann scored for Austria. This result means that France is still without a win three games into UEFA Nations League. France had won last year's edition. They are bottom of League A, Group 1 with two points after losing 2-1 at home to Denmark last weekend and then drawing 1-1 in Croatia on Monday. Denmark is at the top of the group despite a 1-0 hom defeat against Croatia in Copehagen on Friday. France will play their final match of the June international break at home to Croatia on Monday before the group campaign concludes in September. "There is never any need to worry. We should always be proud and just try to improve," Mbappe told broadcaster TF1 before admitting that he had still not fully recovered from the injury that forced him off against Denmark. "No but if the coach needs me I will be there. There is just one game left before the holidays so I can force it a little bit." The match, held in Vienna went ahead despite concerns about a huge hole that opened up on the pitch during Austria-Denmark match on Monday. Against France, Austria scored early just eight minute into the game. Konrad Laimer's low ball in from the right was converted by the Bristol City forward Weimann. France coach Didier Deschamps sent on Mbappe for Griezmann in the 63rd minute and RB Leipzig's Christopher Nkunku came on for Kingsley Coman 11 minutes from time as they stepped up their search for the leveller. Mbappe had not played against Croatia after coming off with a knee knock at half-time against Denmark, and he was fresh enough to make the difference for the visitors. A quick exchange of passes with Nkunku led to the Paris Saint-Germain star breaking through to fire past goalkeeper Patrick Pentz and score his 10th goal for his country this season. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China.</p>

<p>China considers Taiwan to be its own region and has not ruled out use of force.</p>

<p>The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency said it had delivered the required certification notifying Congress following State Department approval for the sale, which was requested by Taiwan's de facto embassy in Washington.</p>

<p>The agency said that this sale covered unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems, logistical technical assistance, and US&nbsp;government and contractor representative technical and logistical support.</p>

<p>"The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the recipient's surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current and future threats," the agency said in a statement, adding that the parts would be sourced from "approved U.S. Navy vendors and/or US. Navy stock".</p>

<p>According to Taiwan's defence ministry, the will come into effect within a month. It expressed its thanks to Washington for its support.</p>

<p>In recent past, Chinese incursions in Taiwan's Air Defence Zone (ADZ) have increased. Taiwan says that this was part of China's 'grey' warfare meant to put strain on Taiwan's defences.</p>

<p>"In view of the recent frequent activities of Chinese warships in the sea and airspace around our country, the ship parts that the United States has agreed to sell will help maintain the proper equipment and consumption of our naval ships and meet the actual needs of combat readiness tasks," said Taiwanese defence ministry.</p>

<p>Neither side gave details of the parts Taiwan would be receiving.</p>

<p>Most of Taiwan's main warships are US-made or designed.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China.

The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China. China considers Taiwan to be its own region and has not ruled out use of force. The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency said it had delivered the required certification notifying Congress following State Department approval for the sale, which was requested by Taiwan's de facto embassy in Washington. The agency said that this sale covered unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems, logistical technical assistance, and US government and contractor representative technical and logistical support. "The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the recipient's surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current and future threats," the agency said in a statement, adding that the parts would be sourced from "approved U.S. Navy vendors and/or US. Navy stock". According to Taiwan's defence ministry, the will come into effect within a month. It expressed its thanks to Washington for its support. In recent past, Chinese incursions in Taiwan's Air Defence Zone (ADZ) have increased. Taiwan says that this was part of China's 'grey' warfare meant to put strain on Taiwan's defences. "In view of the recent frequent activities of Chinese warships in the sea and airspace around our country, the ship parts that the United States has agreed to sell will help maintain the proper equipment and consumption of our naval ships and meet the actual needs of combat readiness tasks," said Taiwanese defence ministry. Neither side gave details of the parts Taiwan would be receiving. Most of Taiwan's main warships are US-made or designed. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A major fire broke&nbsp;out in a crockery and carpet factory in Indian capital New Delhi. The factory&nbsp;is located in north Delhi's Hamidpur area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fire department officials told PTI that information about the fire was received at 6.45 pm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As many as 23 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire.</p>

<p>As per the Divisional Officer, Delhi Fire Service, SK Dua, the NOC was not taken from the concerned department while establishing the factory.</p>

<p>"23 fire tenders are engaged in the dousing operation. It`s a godown of different things. They have not taken NOC from the fire department nor do they have any system to douse the fire. No casualties have been reported so far," Dua said. He was quoted by ANI.</p>

<p>There was no immediate report of any casualty.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, a fire broke out near Shah Masjid, Batla House in the Jamia Nagar area of the national capital on Thursday.</p>

<p>More than seven fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the blaze and a total of 20 people have been rescued so far, according to Delhi Fire Service.</p>

<p>Three more fire incidents were reported on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The first fire incident took place in the Ministry of Home Affairs in the North block post-Tuesday midnight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the second incident of the day, at least 10 cars were gutted in a massive fire that broke out at an electric motor parking in Delhi`s Jamia Nagar on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The third fire incident took place in the electric meter panel in the basement of a building in Delhi`s Lajpat Nagar area, informed the officials on Wednesday.</p>

<p><em>(With input from agencies)</em></p>

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A major fire broke out in a crockery and carpet factory in Indian capital New Delhi. The factory is located in north Delhi's Hamidpur area. Fire department officials told PTI that information about the fire was received at 6.

A major fire broke out in a crockery and carpet factory in Indian capital New Delhi. The factory is located in north Delhi's Hamidpur area. Fire department officials told PTI that information about the fire was received at 6.45 pm. As many as 23 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire. As per the Divisional Officer, Delhi Fire Service, SK Dua, the NOC was not taken from the concerned department while establishing the factory. "23 fire tenders are engaged in the dousing operation. It`s a godown of different things. They have not taken NOC from the fire department nor do they have any system to douse the fire. No casualties have been reported so far," Dua said. He was quoted by ANI. There was no immediate report of any casualty. Earlier in the day, a fire broke out near Shah Masjid, Batla House in the Jamia Nagar area of the national capital on Thursday. More than seven fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the blaze and a total of 20 people have been rescued so far, according to Delhi Fire Service. Three more fire incidents were reported on Wednesday. The first fire incident took place in the Ministry of Home Affairs in the North block post-Tuesday midnight. In the second incident of the day, at least 10 cars were gutted in a massive fire that broke out at an electric motor parking in Delhi`s Jamia Nagar on Wednesday morning. The third fire incident took place in the electric meter panel in the basement of a building in Delhi`s Lajpat Nagar area, informed the officials on Wednesday. (With input from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'. Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9.</p>

<p>The attack on US Capitol on January 6, 2021 was perpetrated by supporters of former US president Donald Trump after his sustained campaign that claimed that his defeat in US elections 2020 was a 'fraud'. Trump had addressed his supporters shortly before the attack. At the time of the attack, US lawmakers from both parties were certifying US President Joe Biden's victory. The attack caused evacuation of the building.</p>

<p>During his opening statement, House committee chairman Bennie Thompson warned that the conspiracy was not over.</p>

<p>"The conspiracy to thwart the will of the people is not over," he said.</p>

<p>"There are those in this country who thirst for power but have no love or respect for what makes America great: devotion to the Constitution, allegiance to the rule of law, our shared journey to build a more perfect Union." he said.</p>

<p>During the hearing, the committee offered first conclusions from a year-long probe into the assault -- and sought to outline a deep-rooted and ongoing plot to undermine the US Constitution and overturn Donald Trump's election defeat.</p>

<p>In coming days, the committee will reveal 'never before seen footage' related to the attack and make more details public.</p>

<p>Trump has defiantly dismissed the probe as a baseless "witch hunt" -- but the public hearings were clearly on his mind Thursday as he launched into a largely false tirade on his social media platform, defending the insurrection as "the greatest movement in the history of our Country to Make America Great Again." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The case the committee plans to make is that Trump laid the groundwork for the insurrection through months of lies about fraud in an election described by his own administration as the most secure ever.</p>

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The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'. Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9.

The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'. Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9. The attack on US Capitol on January 6, 2021 was perpetrated by supporters of former US president Donald Trump after his sustained campaign that claimed that his defeat in US elections 2020 was a 'fraud'. Trump had addressed his supporters shortly before the attack. At the time of the attack, US lawmakers from both parties were certifying US President Joe Biden's victory. The attack caused evacuation of the building. During his opening statement, House committee chairman Bennie Thompson warned that the conspiracy was not over. "The conspiracy to thwart the will of the people is not over," he said. "There are those in this country who thirst for power but have no love or respect for what makes America great: devotion to the Constitution, allegiance to the rule of law, our shared journey to build a more perfect Union." he said. During the hearing, the committee offered first conclusions from a year-long probe into the assault -- and sought to outline a deep-rooted and ongoing plot to undermine the US Constitution and overturn Donald Trump's election defeat. In coming days, the committee will reveal 'never before seen footage' related to the attack and make more details public. Trump has defiantly dismissed the probe as a baseless "witch hunt" -- but the public hearings were clearly on his mind Thursday as he launched into a largely false tirade on his social media platform, defending the insurrection as "the greatest movement in the history of our Country to Make America Great Again." The case the committee plans to make is that Trump laid the groundwork for the insurrection through months of lies about fraud in an election described by his own administration as the most secure ever. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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