At least four people have been killed and three injured in a Russian drone and missile attack in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Saturday (Jan 18).
The attack that happened at dawn on Saturday took place in the city&rsquo;s centrally located Shevchenkivskyi district, Timur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv&rsquo;s military administration, said.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We already have four dead in Shevchenkivsky district,&rdquo; Tkachenko said.&nbsp;
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Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko in a post on Telegram advised people to "stay in shelters". He further warned of a &ldquo;ballistic missile threat&rdquo; against the capital hours earlier.&nbsp;
As the missile hit Kyiv city, windows were shattered in Shevchenkivskyi district, including those at the entrance of the Lukianivska metro station, which was closed down, the mayor said.&nbsp;
Earlier on Saturday, Russian forces "attacked the centre" of Zaporizhzhia, injuring two people, local governor Ivan Fedorov said.
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<h2>Zelensky shares video</h2>
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took to X, saying, "The enemy launched a ballistic strike on the center of Kyiv."&nbsp;
"Residential buildings, a metro station, shops, cafes, and other civilian infrastructure have been damaged. All services are continuing their efforts to mitigate the aftermath of the shelling," he added.
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The Ukrainian president also shared a video showing the damage caused by the attack and how Ukrainian forces are managing the situation.&nbsp;
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In the early hours of the morning, the enemy launched a ballistic strike on the center of Kyiv. The area was affected by falling debris. Three people are confirmed dead, and three others were wounded. My condolences to their families and loved ones. Residential buildings, a metro&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/pCw8boyj4V">pic.twitter.com/pCw8boyj4V</a>
&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1880550016638484837?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2025</a>
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Zelensky further stressed that in the Zaporizhzhia attack, 10 people had been reportedly injured and some others may still be "trapped under the rubble".
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Під ранок ворог здійснив удар балістикою по центру Києва. Є падіння уламків. Відомо про трьох загиблих і трьох поранених. Мої співчуття рідним та близьким. Пошкоджені житлові будинки, станція метро, магазини, кав&rsquo;ярні та цивільна інфраструктура. Всі служби продовжують&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/nWL0SGiN3y">pic.twitter.com/nWL0SGiN3y</a>
&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1880550145130901730?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2025</a></blockquote>

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<h2>Russia claims responsibility</h2>
Russia's army on Saturday said that it hit a Ukrainian rocket manufacturer in Kyiv in retaliation for missile strikes.&nbsp;
"The Russian armed forces carried out a group strike with precision-guided weapons against Ukrainian military-industrial facilities," including a site that designs and manufactures long-range rockets in Kyiv, the Russian defence ministry said.&nbsp;
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This comes as Ukraine has intensified its aerial attacks on Russian energy and military facilities in recent months.&nbsp;
Ukraine carried out its largest aerial attack on Russian territory of the nearly three-year war overnight on Tuesday, hitting factories and energy hubs hundreds of miles from the frontline.
The Russian military accused Kyiv of using US- and British-supplied missiles for one of the strikes and promised it would "not go unanswered".
Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The attack that happened at dawn on Saturday took place in the city’s centrally located Shevchenkivskyi district, Timur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, said. 

At least four people have been killed and three injured in a Russian drone and missile attack in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Saturday (Jan 18). The attack that happened at dawn on Saturday took place in the city’s centrally located Shevchenkivskyi district, Timur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, said. “We already have four dead in Shevchenkivsky district,” Tkachenko said. Also read: Ukraine claims to carry out 'most massive strike' on Russia, Moscow vows retaliation Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko in a post on Telegram advised people to "stay in shelters". He further warned of a “ballistic missile threat” against the capital hours earlier. As the missile hit Kyiv city, windows were shattered in Shevchenkivskyi district, including those at the entrance of the Lukianivska metro station, which was closed down, the mayor said. Earlier on Saturday, Russian forces "attacked the centre" of Zaporizhzhia, injuring two people, local governor Ivan Fedorov said. Also read: Any placement of British military assets in Ukraine under 100-year partnership concern for Moscow: Russia Zelensky shares video Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took to X, saying, "The enemy launched a ballistic strike on the center of Kyiv." "Residential buildings, a metro station, shops, cafes, and other civilian infrastructure have been damaged. All services are continuing their efforts to mitigate the aftermath of the shelling," he added. Also read: Ukraine police launch massive raids amid probe into exodus of military-aged men The Ukrainian president also shared a video showing the damage caused by the attack and how Ukrainian forces are managing the situation. In the early hours of the morning, the enemy launched a ballistic strike on the center of Kyiv. The area was affected by falling debris. Three people are confirmed dead, and three others were wounded. My condolences to their families and loved ones. Residential buildings, a metro… pic.twitter.com/pCw8boyj4V — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) January 18, 2025 Zelensky further stressed that in the Zaporizhzhia attack, 10 people had been reportedly injured and some others may still be "trapped under the rubble". Під ранок ворог здійснив удар балістикою по центру Києва. Є падіння уламків. Відомо про трьох загиблих і трьох поранених. Мої співчуття рідним та близьким. Пошкоджені житлові будинки, станція метро, магазини, кав’ярні та цивільна інфраструктура. Всі служби продовжують… pic.twitter.com/nWL0SGiN3y — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) January 18, 2025 Russia claims responsibility Russia's army on Saturday said that it hit a Ukrainian rocket manufacturer in Kyiv in retaliation for missile strikes. "The Russian armed forces carried out a group strike with precision-guided weapons against Ukrainian military-industrial facilities," including a site that designs and manufactures long-range rockets in Kyiv, the Russian defence ministry said. Also read: UK to play 'leading role' in defending Ukraine as Starmer, Zelensky ink 100-year agreement This comes as Ukraine has intensified its aerial attacks on Russian energy and military facilities in recent months. Ukraine carried out its largest aerial attack on Russian territory of the nearly three-year war overnight on Tuesday, hitting factories and energy hubs hundreds of miles from the frontline. The Russian military accused Kyiv of using US- and British-supplied missiles for one of the strikes and promised it would "not go unanswered". Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Video: Russia attacks Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones, kills four

Israel's security cabinet approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 17), which further involves the release of hostages held by both sides, as well as a ceasefire, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said.&nbsp;
Israeli PM Netanyahu said that subject to the approval of the Gaza ceasefire deal by Israel's security cabinet and government, the hostages will be released as early as Sunday according to the planned framework.&nbsp;
"...While understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework," PMO said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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Following an evaluation of all diplomatic, security and humanitarian aspects, and while understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework.
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Several Haredi ministers left the ongoing meeting of the Israeli security cabinet ahead of Shabbat but left notes which said they backed the deal, Channel 12 reported.
Further, Israel began its full cabinet meeting to vote on the Gaza ceasefire and hostages release deal with Hamas, local media reported.&nbsp;
<h2>'No public display of joy'</h2>
The Israel Prison Service said in a statement on Friday that it is taking measures to block the "public display of joy" at the time when Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the truce deal.
&ldquo;The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that&hellip; to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from &lsquo;Shikma&rsquo; Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,&rdquo; the statement read.
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"Subject to the approval of the cabinet and the government, and the implementation of the agreement, the release of the hostages can proceed according to the planned framework, with the hostages expected to be released as early as Sunday," the office said in a statement, according to AFP.
The Israeli security cabinet is holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the Israel-<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/hamas" rel="dofollow">Hamas</a> ceasefire deal.&nbsp;
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Prior to the meeting, the Israeli PM participated in a security assessment to discuss the implementation of the truce deal with the negotiating team, which came back overnight from Qatar after signing the final agreement.&nbsp;
Notably, the security cabinet needs to vote to accept the deal and then the wider Israeli government cabinet must formally approve it, before the ceasefire can come into force.
<h2>Aid awaits in Jordan to enter Gaza</h2>
As the cabinet meeting convenes, thousands of aid pallets in Jordan is waiting to enter Gaza.&nbsp;
UN's children&rsquo;s agency Unicef said that they have seen "thousands of aid pallets" held up in warehouses in Jordan waiting to go into Gaza.
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Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence agency said that more than 100 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip &nbsp;by Israeli strikes since the ceasefire deal was announced on Wednesday.&nbsp;
Spokesman Mahmoud Basal says 101 people, including 27 children and 31 women, have been killed and more than 264 wounded.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: The Israeli security cabinet is currently holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the deal. 

Israel's security cabinet approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 17), which further involves the release of hostages held by both sides, as well as a ceasefire, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said. Israeli PM Netanyahu said that subject to the approval of the Gaza ceasefire deal by Israel's security cabinet and government, the hostages will be released as early as Sunday according to the planned framework. "...While understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework," PMO said in a post on X. Following an evaluation of all diplomatic, security and humanitarian aspects, and while understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework. — Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) January 17, 2025 Several Haredi ministers left the ongoing meeting of the Israeli security cabinet ahead of Shabbat but left notes which said they backed the deal, Channel 12 reported. Further, Israel began its full cabinet meeting to vote on the Gaza ceasefire and hostages release deal with Hamas, local media reported. 'No public display of joy' The Israel Prison Service said in a statement on Friday that it is taking measures to block the "public display of joy" at the time when Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the truce deal. “The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that… to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from ‘Shikma’ Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,” the statement read. Also read: ‘If they return, we will return’: Iraq, Yemen forces to halt attacks on Israel after Gaza ceasefire "Subject to the approval of the cabinet and the government, and the implementation of the agreement, the release of the hostages can proceed according to the planned framework, with the hostages expected to be released as early as Sunday," the office said in a statement, according to AFP. The Israeli security cabinet is holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. Also read: Israel destroyed top secret Iranian nuclear research site in October attacks: Report Prior to the meeting, the Israeli PM participated in a security assessment to discuss the implementation of the truce deal with the negotiating team, which came back overnight from Qatar after signing the final agreement. Notably, the security cabinet needs to vote to accept the deal and then the wider Israeli government cabinet must formally approve it, before the ceasefire can come into force. Aid awaits in Jordan to enter Gaza As the cabinet meeting convenes, thousands of aid pallets in Jordan is waiting to enter Gaza. UN's children’s agency Unicef said that they have seen "thousands of aid pallets" held up in warehouses in Jordan waiting to go into Gaza. Also read: Israel accuses Hamas of 'reneging' on parts of Gaza deal Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence agency said that more than 100 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip by Israeli strikes since the ceasefire deal was announced on Wednesday. Spokesman Mahmoud Basal says 101 people, including 27 children and 31 women, have been killed and more than 264 wounded. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Gaza truce: Israel wants no 'public display of joy' during release of Palestinian prisoners

US President-elect <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/donald-trump-inauguration" rel="dofollow">Donald Trump's inauguration</a> which is scheduled to be held on Monday (Jan 20) will take place inside the Capitol due to low temperature forecast in Washington DC.&nbsp;
As forecasted, a polar vertex is expected to sweep through Washington DC, which will make it an extraordinarily cold Inauguration Day.&nbsp;
Trump in an official post on his Truth Social said, "The weather forecast for Washington, D.C., with the wind chill factor, could take temperatures into severe record lows. There is an Arctic blast sweeping the Country. I don&rsquo;t want to see people hurt, or injured, in any way."
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<h2>'Dangerous conditions'</h2>
He added that there will be dangerous conditions for the tens of thousands of law enforcement, first responders, police K9s and even horses, and hundreds of thousands of supporters that will be outside for many hours on Jan 20.&nbsp;
"Therefore, I have ordered the Inauguration Address, in addition to prayers and other speeches, to be delivered in the United States Capitol Rotunda, as was used by Ronald Reagan in 1985, also because of very cold weather. The various Dignitaries and Guests will be brought into the Capitol," Trump said.&nbsp;
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Moreover, according to the forecast, some rain could also turn into snow and will move into the area just before the inauguration event.&nbsp;
Trump further said that Capital One Arena will be opened on Monday for live viewing of this historic event, and to host the Presidential Parade.&nbsp;
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"All other events will remain the same, including the Victory Rally at Capital One Arena, on Sunday at 3 P.M. (Doors open at 1 P.M.&mdash;Please arrive early!), and all three Inaugural Balls on Monday evening," he wrote.&nbsp;
If the weather predictions turn out to be true, it is going to be the coldest inauguration day since Ronald Reagan&rsquo;s second inauguration on January 21, 1985.&nbsp;
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The weather will be chilly, with wind speeds ranging from 10 to 20 mph and occasional gusts of up to 30 mph.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: As forecasted, a polar vertex is expected to sweep through Washington DC, which will make it an extraordinarily cold Inauguration Day. 

US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration which is scheduled to be held on Monday (Jan 20) will take place inside the Capitol due to low temperature forecast in Washington DC. As forecasted, a polar vertex is expected to sweep through Washington DC, which will make it an extraordinarily cold Inauguration Day. Trump in an official post on his Truth Social said, "The weather forecast for Washington, D.C., with the wind chill factor, could take temperatures into severe record lows. There is an Arctic blast sweeping the Country. I don’t want to see people hurt, or injured, in any way." Also read: Trump inauguration protest: What to know about People's March in DC? 'Dangerous conditions' He added that there will be dangerous conditions for the tens of thousands of law enforcement, first responders, police K9s and even horses, and hundreds of thousands of supporters that will be outside for many hours on Jan 20. "Therefore, I have ordered the Inauguration Address, in addition to prayers and other speeches, to be delivered in the United States Capitol Rotunda, as was used by Ronald Reagan in 1985, also because of very cold weather. The various Dignitaries and Guests will be brought into the Capitol," Trump said. Trump announces inaugural event to be held indoors in Washington Photograph: (Trump's Truth Social) Moreover, according to the forecast, some rain could also turn into snow and will move into the area just before the inauguration event. Trump further said that Capital One Arena will be opened on Monday for live viewing of this historic event, and to host the Presidential Parade. Also read: Trump holds phone talks with 'chairman Xi' over TikTok as potential ban looms "All other events will remain the same, including the Victory Rally at Capital One Arena, on Sunday at 3 P.M. (Doors open at 1 P.M.—Please arrive early!), and all three Inaugural Balls on Monday evening," he wrote. If the weather predictions turn out to be true, it is going to be the coldest inauguration day since Ronald Reagan’s second inauguration on January 21, 1985. Also read: Donald Trump says Gaza truce 'better be done' before his inauguration The weather will be chilly, with wind speeds ranging from 10 to 20 mph and occasional gusts of up to 30 mph. (With inputs from agencies)

'Coldest day in 40 years': Donald Trump's inauguration moved indoors

The United States Supreme Court on Friday (Jan 17) upheld a law that will ban <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tiktok" rel="dofollow">TikTok</a>, rejecting a last-ditch appeal from the social media app owners, who said that the ban violated the First Amendment.&nbsp;
The court ruled that the law does not violate free speech rights, adding that the US government had shown legitimate national security concerns about the app.&nbsp;
The law will now force TikTok&rsquo;s Chinese owner to sell its US business by Sunday, or face a ban.
<h2>Decision in Trump's hands</h2>
Following the court's statement, US President-elect Donald Trump told CNN that he will decide what to do with TikTok once he takes office, which is scheduled for Monday.&nbsp;
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"It ultimately goes up to me, so you&rsquo;re going to see what I&rsquo;m going to do,&rdquo; Trump said in an interview with CNN.&nbsp;
When asked if he would try to reverse the ban, should it go into effect, Trump said, &ldquo;Congress has given me the decision, so I&rsquo;ll be making the decision.&rdquo;

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<h2>Actions to implement law fall to next administration</h2>
The White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Friday said that the actions to implement the law are left to Donald Trump, whose inauguration will be held on Monday.&nbsp;
"President Biden&rsquo;s position on TikTok has been clear for months, including since Congress sent a bill in an overwhelming, bipartisan fashion to the President&rsquo;s desk: TikTok should remain available to Americans, but simply under American ownership or other ownership that addresses the national security concerns identified by Congress in developing this law," she said.&nbsp;
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"Given the sheer fact of timing, this administration recognizes that actions to implement the law simply must fall to the next administration, which takes office on Monday," Pierre added.&nbsp;
Notably, Trump has vowed to negotiate a solution, while the Biden administration has pointed out that it will not enforce the TikTok ban starting Sunday, which is the last day of Biden in office.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: US President-elect Donald Trump told CNN that he will decide what to do with social media app TikTok once he takes office, which is scheduled for Monday. 

The United States Supreme Court on Friday (Jan 17) upheld a law that will ban TikTok, rejecting a last-ditch appeal from the social media app owners, who said that the ban violated the First Amendment. The court ruled that the law does not violate free speech rights, adding that the US government had shown legitimate national security concerns about the app. The law will now force TikTok’s Chinese owner to sell its US business by Sunday, or face a ban. Decision in Trump's hands Following the court's statement, US President-elect Donald Trump told CNN that he will decide what to do with TikTok once he takes office, which is scheduled for Monday. Also read: Trump holds phone talks with 'chairman Xi' over TikTok as potential ban looms "It ultimately goes up to me, so you’re going to see what I’m going to do,” Trump said in an interview with CNN. When asked if he would try to reverse the ban, should it go into effect, Trump said, “Congress has given me the decision, so I’ll be making the decision.” Photograph: (Truth Social) Also read: What's life post TikTok ban? Here's what US should learn from India Actions to implement law fall to next administration The White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Friday said that the actions to implement the law are left to Donald Trump, whose inauguration will be held on Monday. "President Biden’s position on TikTok has been clear for months, including since Congress sent a bill in an overwhelming, bipartisan fashion to the President’s desk: TikTok should remain available to Americans, but simply under American ownership or other ownership that addresses the national security concerns identified by Congress in developing this law," she said. Also read: TikTok CEO plans to attend Trump's inauguration amid potential ban in US "Given the sheer fact of timing, this administration recognizes that actions to implement the law simply must fall to the next administration, which takes office on Monday," Pierre added. Notably, Trump has vowed to negotiate a solution, while the Biden administration has pointed out that it will not enforce the TikTok ban starting Sunday, which is the last day of Biden in office. (With inputs from agencies)

US Supreme Court upholds law banning TikTok, fate hangs in Trump's hands

Justin Trudeau's 'Minister of Everything' Chrystia Freeland announced on Friday (Jan 17) that she will run for leadership of Canada's Liberal Party, stressing that it is time to fight as US President-elect Donald Trump is threatening the country.&nbsp;
Freeland expressed her intention to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and become the next Liberal leader.&nbsp;
"At a time when President Donald Trump is threatening our country, it&rsquo;s time to fight for Canada," Freeland said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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At a time when President Donald Trump is threatening our country, it&rsquo;s time to fight for Canada. Read my latest op-ed in the Toronto Star.<a href="https://t.co/QqJiHsOb50">https://t.co/QqJiHsOb50</a>
&mdash; Chrystia Freeland (@cafreeland) <a href="https://twitter.com/cafreeland/status/1880267000058114560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
This comes a day after Trudeau said that he will not be contesting the upcoming federal elections scheduled for October this year and also hinted at quitting politics.&nbsp;
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Last week, Trudeau announced to step down as the Prime Minister of Canada after his Liberal Party chose a leader.&nbsp;
<h2>Who is Chrystia Freeland?</h2>
The 56-year-old Chrystia Freeland, a former journalist turned senior government minister, was a graduate of both Harvard and Oxford.&nbsp;
She spent her early career as a globe-trotting journalist reporting largely on the collapse of the Soviet Union.&nbsp;
Later, she was banned from entering Russia. Freeland hails from the Ukrainian diaspora that settled, and has farmed, much of the Canadian prairies for generations and emerged as a fierce supporter of Kyiv after Russia&rsquo;s full invasion.
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If elected as PM, Freeland would likely continue support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;
Trudeau, in 2013, asked Freeland to leave the media and join politics. Later after winning a seat in Toronto, Freeland was quickly elevated to vaunted ministerial roles in the Trudeau government.&nbsp;
Before being appointed as the finance minister, she served as minister of foreign affairs in Canada. She was also appointed as deputy prime minister and minister of intergovernmental affairs.&nbsp;
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Freeland resigned as the country's finance minister last month, after facing clashes with PM Trudeau, over how to handle the looming threat of US tariffs.
While resigning, she stressed that the country is facing a grave challenge with the incoming Trump administration and their tariff threats.&nbsp;
"Our country today faces a grave challenge. The incoming administration in the United States is pursuing a policy of aggressive economic nationalism, including a threat of 25 per cent tariffs," Freeland said. &nbsp;
Trump responded to her resignation, saying that her behavior was "totally toxic", adding that it was "not at all conducive to making deals which are good for the very unhappy citizens of Canada. She will not be missed!!!&rdquo;
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However, as US-Canada faces a trade war, it is still unclear how Freeland's relationship with Trump will help or harm her candidacy in Canada.&nbsp;
If elected as PM, Freeland will be the second female prime minister in the country&rsquo;s history.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Chrystia Freeland expressed her intention to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and become the next Liberal leader and Canada's prime minister

Justin Trudeau's 'Minister of Everything' Chrystia Freeland announced on Friday (Jan 17) that she will run for leadership of Canada's Liberal Party, stressing that it is time to fight as US President-elect Donald Trump is threatening the country. Freeland expressed her intention to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and become the next Liberal leader. "At a time when President Donald Trump is threatening our country, it’s time to fight for Canada," Freeland said in a post on X. At a time when President Donald Trump is threatening our country, it’s time to fight for Canada. Read my latest op-ed in the Toronto Star.https://t.co/QqJiHsOb50 — Chrystia Freeland (@cafreeland) January 17, 2025 This comes a day after Trudeau said that he will not be contesting the upcoming federal elections scheduled for October this year and also hinted at quitting politics. Also read: Canada's Deputy PM Freeland resigns over disagreements with Trudeau, says country facing grave challenge Last week, Trudeau announced to step down as the Prime Minister of Canada after his Liberal Party chose a leader. Who is Chrystia Freeland? The 56-year-old Chrystia Freeland, a former journalist turned senior government minister, was a graduate of both Harvard and Oxford. She spent her early career as a globe-trotting journalist reporting largely on the collapse of the Soviet Union. Later, she was banned from entering Russia. Freeland hails from the Ukrainian diaspora that settled, and has farmed, much of the Canadian prairies for generations and emerged as a fierce supporter of Kyiv after Russia’s full invasion. Also read: Trudeau downplays Trump’s tariff threat to Canada as mere ‘distraction’ If elected as PM, Freeland would likely continue support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trudeau, in 2013, asked Freeland to leave the media and join politics. Later after winning a seat in Toronto, Freeland was quickly elevated to vaunted ministerial roles in the Trudeau government. Before being appointed as the finance minister, she served as minister of foreign affairs in Canada. She was also appointed as deputy prime minister and minister of intergovernmental affairs. Also read: Canada's Trudeau confirms he won't run for upcoming elections Freeland resigned as the country's finance minister last month, after facing clashes with PM Trudeau, over how to handle the looming threat of US tariffs. While resigning, she stressed that the country is facing a grave challenge with the incoming Trump administration and their tariff threats. "Our country today faces a grave challenge. The incoming administration in the United States is pursuing a policy of aggressive economic nationalism, including a threat of 25 per cent tariffs," Freeland said. Trump responded to her resignation, saying that her behavior was "totally toxic", adding that it was "not at all conducive to making deals which are good for the very unhappy citizens of Canada. She will not be missed!!!” Also read: Trudeau sounds alarm on Trump’s tariff threats: '51st state remark diverted attention from...' However, as US-Canada faces a trade war, it is still unclear how Freeland's relationship with Trump will help or harm her candidacy in Canada. If elected as PM, Freeland will be the second female prime minister in the country’s history. (With inputs from agencies)

Chrystia Freeland enters race to replace Trudeau as Canada's prime minister. Who is she?

As America looks forward to Donald Trump's inauguration day, thousands of people are expected to rally on Saturday (Jan 18) in Washington and other cities across the country as part of the People's March, to protest against the GOP's policies, which according to them will undermine the women's rights, immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, and racial and religious minorities.
Around 50,000 people will gather to attend the event in DC, which will be happening just two days before Trump's inauguration.&nbsp;
<h2>Key issues to be addressed</h2>
Civil rights, racial justice, and reproductive health organisations joined forces to plan the protest, which was triggered by a range of issues, including abortion rights after the overturning of Roe v. Wade; climate change; economic issues; gun violence prevention; and the securing of expanded rights for immigrants, including a path to citizenship for all.
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Tamika Middleton, the managing director for Women&rsquo;s March, said, "Talking about immigration, talking about peace, talking about abortion access, talking about racial justice and reproductive justice."
&ldquo;And so we are trying to create opportunities for people to be together, and that&rsquo;s really our message, is for people to find ways for them to engage with each other,&rdquo; Middleton said.
Organisers said that the event is part of a long-term resistance strategy to proposed policies of the incoming Trump administration.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who organised the march?</h2>
The march is being organised by a coalition of groups, including Women&rsquo;s March and Abortion Access Now, organisations promoting reproductive health, rights, and justice led by Reproductive Freedom for All and Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equity, or URGE.&nbsp;
<h2>Location and time of march?</h2>
The march is going to happen in Washington, United States. People will gather at 10 am at either Farragut Square, McPherson Square, or Franklin Park, with each location focused on specific issues.
The march will end at the Lincoln Memorial by 1 pm, the National Park Service permit said.
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<h2>What will happen at march?</h2>
The progressive speakers for reproductive rights and racial justice, including Rachel Carmona, the head of the Women's March, will address the crowd during the march.&nbsp;
The protesters are planning to march via 17th Street to the Lincoln Memorial at 11 am, where they will be holding a rally, as per the permit.&nbsp;
Roughly, 350 marches are planned in the US.&nbsp;
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<h2>What will be closed during the rally?</h2>
The officials will be closing roads and restricting parking around downtown Washington in the area of the march as they begin preparing for the inauguration.&nbsp;
Traffic will be opened for east and west travel on Constitution and Independence avenues and north and south travel on 7th, 9th, 14th, and 17th streets on Saturday.&nbsp;
Further, after 7 pm, garages and alleyways downtown may also be closed with concrete barricades.&nbsp;
The attendees have been advised to travel via Metro to reach their locations. The closest Metro stops to the various meetup points include: Farragut North, Farragut West, and McPherson Square Station.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Around 50,000 people will gather to attend the People's March in Washington, which will be happening just two days before Trump's inauguration. 

As America looks forward to Donald Trump's inauguration day, thousands of people are expected to rally on Saturday (Jan 18) in Washington and other cities across the country as part of the People's March, to protest against the GOP's policies, which according to them will undermine the women's rights, immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, and racial and religious minorities. Around 50,000 people will gather to attend the event in DC, which will be happening just two days before Trump's inauguration. Key issues to be addressed Civil rights, racial justice, and reproductive health organisations joined forces to plan the protest, which was triggered by a range of issues, including abortion rights after the overturning of Roe v. Wade; climate change; economic issues; gun violence prevention; and the securing of expanded rights for immigrants, including a path to citizenship for all. Also read: Donald Trump says Gaza truce 'better be done' before his inauguration Tamika Middleton, the managing director for Women’s March, said, "Talking about immigration, talking about peace, talking about abortion access, talking about racial justice and reproductive justice." “And so we are trying to create opportunities for people to be together, and that’s really our message, is for people to find ways for them to engage with each other,” Middleton said. Organisers said that the event is part of a long-term resistance strategy to proposed policies of the incoming Trump administration. Also read: Melania Trump opens up about 'challenging' White House transition; accuses Obamas of withholding information Who organised the march? The march is being organised by a coalition of groups, including Women’s March and Abortion Access Now, organisations promoting reproductive health, rights, and justice led by Reproductive Freedom for All and Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equity, or URGE. Location and time of march? The march is going to happen in Washington, United States. People will gather at 10 am at either Farragut Square, McPherson Square, or Franklin Park, with each location focused on specific issues. The march will end at the Lincoln Memorial by 1 pm, the National Park Service permit said. Also read: Human Rights Watch chief warns Trump's return will threaten world's fraying rights system What will happen at march? The progressive speakers for reproductive rights and racial justice, including Rachel Carmona, the head of the Women's March, will address the crowd during the march. The protesters are planning to march via 17th Street to the Lincoln Memorial at 11 am, where they will be holding a rally, as per the permit. Roughly, 350 marches are planned in the US. Also read: Trump's inauguration portrait is recreated version of his 2023 mugshot? Internet says so What will be closed during the rally? The officials will be closing roads and restricting parking around downtown Washington in the area of the march as they begin preparing for the inauguration. Traffic will be opened for east and west travel on Constitution and Independence avenues and north and south travel on 7th, 9th, 14th, and 17th streets on Saturday. Further, after 7 pm, garages and alleyways downtown may also be closed with concrete barricades. The attendees have been advised to travel via Metro to reach their locations. The closest Metro stops to the various meetup points include: Farragut North, Farragut West, and McPherson Square Station. (With inputs from agencies)

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Months after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rg-kar-hospital" rel="dofollow">RG Kar</a> case, which triggered widespread outrage across India, a Sealdah court will deliver its verdict on Saturday (Jan 18), on the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata last year.
Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on.&nbsp;
The 31-year-old trainee medic was raped and murdered in the capital city of the eastern Indian state of West Bengal in August last year, which triggered massive movements and protests across the country.&nbsp;
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The body of the deceased doctor was found inside the seminar hall on August 9. The CBI then filed a chargesheet against the prime accused, Sanjay Roy. Roy was identified as a civic volunteer linked to the Kolkata Police.
<h2>'Will not beg'</h2>
&ldquo;Sanjay Roy is a criminal. He will be punished, and whatever the court feels, that punishment will be given to him. We have gone to the High Court and Supreme Court for justice," the victim&rsquo;s father told The Indian Express, adding, that he is ready to wait for five years more, but &ldquo;will not beg".
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Further, the father of the victim said that he would "snatch" justice if necessary.&nbsp;
He added that for five months, there has been no proper investigation. "The investigation was only for the first three days and then nothing happened. We had never asked for a CBI investigation, but the court had ordered a CBI probe," he said.
The victim&rsquo;s mother said there was enough evidence to prove Roy guilty, but claimed the investigation was half-done as other suspects allegedly involved were roaming freely.
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&ldquo;Sanjay (Roy) is guilty, and tomorrow&rsquo;s verdict will be against him. But what about other criminals who are still not caught? I can see them roaming freely. I have seen them loitering in the hospital. So, the investigation is half-done," she told Indian news agency PTI.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on. 

Months after the RG Kar case, which triggered widespread outrage across India, a Sealdah court will deliver its verdict on Saturday (Jan 18), on the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata last year. Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on. The 31-year-old trainee medic was raped and murdered in the capital city of the eastern Indian state of West Bengal in August last year, which triggered massive movements and protests across the country. Also read: ‘A big conspiracy?’ Report finds no evidence of ‘struggle, resistance’ at Kolkata RG Kar rape scene The body of the deceased doctor was found inside the seminar hall on August 9. The CBI then filed a chargesheet against the prime accused, Sanjay Roy. Roy was identified as a civic volunteer linked to the Kolkata Police. 'Will not beg' “Sanjay Roy is a criminal. He will be punished, and whatever the court feels, that punishment will be given to him. We have gone to the High Court and Supreme Court for justice," the victim’s father told The Indian Express, adding, that he is ready to wait for five years more, but “will not beg". Also read: Months after RG Kar horror, junior doctor raped by colleague in India's Madhya Pradesh Further, the father of the victim said that he would "snatch" justice if necessary. He added that for five months, there has been no proper investigation. "The investigation was only for the first three days and then nothing happened. We had never asked for a CBI investigation, but the court had ordered a CBI probe," he said. The victim’s mother said there was enough evidence to prove Roy guilty, but claimed the investigation was half-done as other suspects allegedly involved were roaming freely. Also read: Kolkata doctor rape-murder: 50 senior doctors at RG Kar resign in support of protesting colleagues “Sanjay (Roy) is guilty, and tomorrow’s verdict will be against him. But what about other criminals who are still not caught? I can see them roaming freely. I have seen them loitering in the hospital. So, the investigation is half-done," she told Indian news agency PTI. (With inputs from agencies)

'Snatch justice if necessary': Father of RG Kar victim says 'will not beg', ahead of final verdict

Russia on Friday (Jan 17) sentenced three lawyers who defended opposition leader Alexei Navalny, for bringing his messages from prison to the outside world.&nbsp;
The lawyers have been sentenced to prison for &ldquo;being part of an extremist group,&rdquo; a Russian court stated.
The three lawyers, identified as Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Liptser and Igor Sergunin, were in pre-trial detention since October 2023, and now have been accused and sentenced in prison.&nbsp;
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Kobzev, the most high-profile member of Navalny's legal time, has been given a five-and-a-half-year sentence. Meanwhile, Lipster was been handed five years and Sergunin three-and-a-half years in prison.&nbsp;
The court said the men had "used their status as lawyers while visiting convict Navalny ... to ensure the regular transfer of information between the members of the extremist community, including those wanted and hiding outside the Russian Federation, and Navalny."
The three men were sentenced after a closed-door trial in the town about 72 miles east of Moscow, near the Pokrov prison.&nbsp;
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"We are on trial for passing Navalny's thoughts to other people," Kobzev said in court last week.
Navalny's exiled widow Yulia Navalnaya said that the lawyers are political prisoners and should be freed immediately".
She added that these lawyers were almost the only people visiting the opposition leader while he was in prison serving his 19-year sentence.&nbsp;
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Navalny communicated with the world by sharing messages through his lawyers that his team used to publish on social media.&nbsp;
<h2>'Shameful'</h2>
Following the court's ruling, Amnesty International condemned the sentences of lawyers and called it a "Shameful attempt to silence those dared to defend Alexei Navalny and make his voice heard even from behind bars.&rdquo;
Navalny, 47, who was Putin&rsquo;s fiercest critic inside Russia, died in February last year, in an Arctic penal colony where he was serving a lengthy prison sentence.
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Russian authorities attributed his death to natural causes, but the media reports claimed that Navalny showed signs of poisoning before his death.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Three lawyers, identified as Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Liptser and Igor Sergunin, were in pre-trial detention since October 2023, and now have been sentenced in prison. 

Russia on Friday (Jan 17) sentenced three lawyers who defended opposition leader Alexei Navalny, for bringing his messages from prison to the outside world. The lawyers have been sentenced to prison for “being part of an extremist group,” a Russian court stated. The three lawyers, identified as Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Liptser and Igor Sergunin, were in pre-trial detention since October 2023, and now have been accused and sentenced in prison. Also read: Will return to Russia one day to run for president when...: Navalny's widow Kobzev, the most high-profile member of Navalny's legal time, has been given a five-and-a-half-year sentence. Meanwhile, Lipster was been handed five years and Sergunin three-and-a-half years in prison. The court said the men had "used their status as lawyers while visiting convict Navalny ... to ensure the regular transfer of information between the members of the extremist community, including those wanted and hiding outside the Russian Federation, and Navalny." The three men were sentenced after a closed-door trial in the town about 72 miles east of Moscow, near the Pokrov prison. Also read: Hope to see Putin go from being 'tsar' to ordinary prisoner: Navalny's widow "We are on trial for passing Navalny's thoughts to other people," Kobzev said in court last week. Navalny's exiled widow Yulia Navalnaya said that the lawyers are political prisoners and should be freed immediately". She added that these lawyers were almost the only people visiting the opposition leader while he was in prison serving his 19-year sentence. Also read: Putin critic Alexei Navalny awarded Dresden Peace Prize posthumously Navalny communicated with the world by sharing messages through his lawyers that his team used to publish on social media. 'Shameful' Following the court's ruling, Amnesty International condemned the sentences of lawyers and called it a "Shameful attempt to silence those dared to defend Alexei Navalny and make his voice heard even from behind bars.” Navalny, 47, who was Putin’s fiercest critic inside Russia, died in February last year, in an Arctic penal colony where he was serving a lengthy prison sentence. Also read: Two Russian journalists detained over ‘extremism’ after allegedly working for Navalny group Russian authorities attributed his death to natural causes, but the media reports claimed that Navalny showed signs of poisoning before his death. (With inputs from agencies)

'Shameful,' Russia sentences late opposition leader Navalny's lawyers to years in prison

Amid reports of an Indian man being killed while fighting in the Russian Army on the frontlines with Ukraine, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Friday (Jan 17) stressed that currently, there are 126 Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army, further adding that 12 of those have died while fighting with Ukraine.&nbsp;
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal while addressing a weekly briefing detailed the number of Indians currently in Moscow, dead or alive, who went there to serve in the Russian army.&nbsp;
"As of today, there have been 126 cases (of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army). Of these 126 cases, 96 people have returned to India and have been discharged from the Russian Armed Forces," Jaiswal said.&nbsp;
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Among the remaining 30, 12 have been confirmed dead, while 16 have been categorised as "missing" by Russian authorities.
<h2>Kerala man killed while fighting with Ukrainian army</h2>
The Indian man, who died earlier this week, has been identified as 32-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-man-fighting-for-russia-on-ukraine-frontlines-dies-after-desperate-pleas-to-return-back-home-8618801" rel="dofollow">Binil T B</a>, a resident of Wadakkanchery in Kerala&rsquo;s Thrissur district. At the same time, his relative has sustained serious injuries.&nbsp;
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According to the report, Binil's family received a message a few days ago, saying that the two men were injured in an attack from a drone, however, they could not establish contact with them.&nbsp;
Last month, in a series of voice messages to The Indian Express, Binil said that they had been unsuccessfully knocking on the doors of the Indian embassy in Moscow to get back home.&nbsp;
Notably, this is the second death of a Keralite while fighting for the Russian army.&nbsp;
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Earlier in August last year, Sandeep, a resident of Thrissur, was killed in a drone attack.&nbsp;
MEA Spokesperson Jaiswal said that the embassy is in touch with the Russian authorities to bring back his mortal remains to India.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Randhir Jaiswal while addressing a weekly briefing detailed the number of Indians currently in Moscow, dead or alive, who went there to serve in the Russian army. 

Amid reports of an Indian man being killed while fighting in the Russian Army on the frontlines with Ukraine, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Friday (Jan 17) stressed that currently, there are 126 Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army, further adding that 12 of those have died while fighting with Ukraine. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal while addressing a weekly briefing detailed the number of Indians currently in Moscow, dead or alive, who went there to serve in the Russian army. "As of today, there have been 126 cases (of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army). Of these 126 cases, 96 people have returned to India and have been discharged from the Russian Armed Forces," Jaiswal said. Also read: Ukraine claims to carry out 'most massive strike' on Russia, Moscow vows retaliation Among the remaining 30, 12 have been confirmed dead, while 16 have been categorised as "missing" by Russian authorities. Kerala man killed while fighting with Ukrainian army The Indian man, who died earlier this week, has been identified as 32-year-old Binil T B, a resident of Wadakkanchery in Kerala’s Thrissur district. At the same time, his relative has sustained serious injuries. Also read: India 'strongly' raises matter of national killed in Ukraine war with Russian authorities According to the report, Binil's family received a message a few days ago, saying that the two men were injured in an attack from a drone, however, they could not establish contact with them. Last month, in a series of voice messages to The Indian Express, Binil said that they had been unsuccessfully knocking on the doors of the Indian embassy in Moscow to get back home. Notably, this is the second death of a Keralite while fighting for the Russian army. Also read: Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv is seeking English-speaking soldiers Earlier in August last year, Sandeep, a resident of Thrissur, was killed in a drone attack. MEA Spokesperson Jaiswal said that the embassy is in touch with the Russian authorities to bring back his mortal remains to India. (With inputs from agencies)

At least 12 Indians serving in Russia's war against Ukraine killed, 16 remain missing: MEA

NASA Astronaut <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/sunita-williams" rel="dofollow">Sunita 'Suni' Williams</a>, who has been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) along with Butch Wilmore, stepped out for her first spacewalk after more than seven months in orbit.&nbsp;
While floating 260 miles above Earth, Williams radioed, &ldquo;I&rsquo;m coming out,&rdquo; capturing her breathtaking yet routine nature of life and work in space for those living aboard the station.
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Williams and Wilmore were due to return to Earth after a week-long mission in June 2024, however, the return has been delayed due to a technical issue.&nbsp;
The two veteran astronauts arrived at the ISS in June for an eight-day mission but have been stuck up there for over seven months due to technical difficulties. The astronauts will not return until late March or possibly April.&nbsp;
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Their return has been delayed many times now. Previously, they were scheduled to fly back in February 2025.
"NASA&rsquo;s SpaceX Crew-10 now is targeting no earlier than late March 2025 to launch four crew members to the International Space Station," NASA said in a statement.&nbsp;
Williams teamed up with astronaut Nick Hague on Thursday (Jan 16) to perform maintenance on the craft. Their tasks include repairing equipment that governs station orientation, patching light filters on the NICER X-ray telescope, and replacing a reflector device on an international docking adapter.
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Further, Sunita Williams will conduct another spacewalk next week on January 23, with Wilmore.&nbsp;
NASA is providing live coverage of both spacewalks on its YouTube channel.&nbsp;
Nicole McElroy, a Flight Director at NASA, said in a press briefing before the spacewalk that "The road to our preparations for all of these EVAs (extra-vehicular activity) has been going well."
"The crew on board has been studying their procedures, getting familiar with all of the tasks, and are really excited and looking forward to going out the door."
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Despite the setbacks faced by the astronauts in space, they have continued their work aboard the ISS while awaiting a safe return to home.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Williams and Wilmore were due to return to Earth after a week-long mission in June 2024, however, the return has been delayed due to a technical issue. 

NASA Astronaut Sunita 'Suni' Williams, who has been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) along with Butch Wilmore, stepped out for her first spacewalk after more than seven months in orbit. While floating 260 miles above Earth, Williams radioed, “I’m coming out,” capturing her breathtaking yet routine nature of life and work in space for those living aboard the station. LIVE: Two @NASA_Astronauts, Nick Hague and Suni Williams, step outside of the @Space_Station to support station upgrades, including repairs to our NICER (Neutron star Interior Composition Explorer) X-ray telescope. https://t.co/0VP296OmRY — NASA (@NASA) January 16, 2025 Williams and Wilmore were due to return to Earth after a week-long mission in June 2024, however, the return has been delayed due to a technical issue. The two veteran astronauts arrived at the ISS in June for an eight-day mission but have been stuck up there for over seven months due to technical difficulties. The astronauts will not return until late March or possibly April. Also read: Sunita Williams upbeat seven months into eight-day NASA space mission Their return has been delayed many times now. Previously, they were scheduled to fly back in February 2025. "NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 now is targeting no earlier than late March 2025 to launch four crew members to the International Space Station," NASA said in a statement. Williams teamed up with astronaut Nick Hague on Thursday (Jan 16) to perform maintenance on the craft. Their tasks include repairing equipment that governs station orientation, patching light filters on the NICER X-ray telescope, and replacing a reflector device on an international docking adapter. Also read: Sunita Williams witnesses 16 New Year sunrises. Science explains how Further, Sunita Williams will conduct another spacewalk next week on January 23, with Wilmore. NASA is providing live coverage of both spacewalks on its YouTube channel. Nicole McElroy, a Flight Director at NASA, said in a press briefing before the spacewalk that "The road to our preparations for all of these EVAs (extra-vehicular activity) has been going well." "The crew on board has been studying their procedures, getting familiar with all of the tasks, and are really excited and looking forward to going out the door." Also read: Sunita Williams-led team encounters toxic smell at ISS, here's how the astronauts responded Despite the setbacks faced by the astronauts in space, they have continued their work aboard the ISS while awaiting a safe return to home. (With inputs from agencies)

'I'm coming out': Sunita Williams conducts spacewalk after being stuck in orbit for seven months

A teenager who stabbed 15-year-old Elianne Andam with a kitchen knife in "white-hot anger at having been disrespected", has been found guilty of murder on Thursday (Jan 16).&nbsp;
Hassan Sentamu, who was 17 at the time of the attack, which happened on September 27 last year, attacked Andam outside a shopping centre in Croydon, south London.&nbsp;
The jury at the Old Bailey reached a 10-2 majority verdict.
Sentamu had already admitted manslaughter and further claimed that he was not in control of his actions because of his autism, but the jury did not accept this defence.&nbsp;
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<h2>What was the case?&nbsp;</h2>
Elianne was stabbed during a meeting at the Whitgift Centre to exchange belongings with Sentamu's ex-girlfriend, who was her friend.&nbsp;
The teenager was carrying a knife as he was feeling "disrespected" by the group of girls the day before, who threw water at him because they did not like the way he had treated their friend, his ex-girlfriend.&nbsp;
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The jury heard that Sentamu was seeking revenge, and when Elianne snatched a bag with his belongings in, he chased her down and stabbed her multiple times.
Elianne suffered a fatal 12-cm-deep stab to the neck. A passing bus driver held her hand and stayed with her as she lay dying in the street.&nbsp;
Prosecutor Alex Chalk KC said, "He was angry on 27 September, having brooded on the insult and he took the knife to the scene to reassert dominance."
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"He exacted vengeance on a young girl clearly running away from him and posing no threat."
Notably, Sentamu was diagnosed with autism disorder at the age of 14. Following this, he spent some of his teenage years in foster care.&nbsp;
The court said that he had a troubled and disruptive childhood, with reports of self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and violent behaviour with knives.
Earlier also, Sentamu was warned for taking a knife to school. Moreover, while awaiting trial for Elianne's murder, he threatened to "do it again", the court heard.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Sentamu had already admitted manslaughter, further claiming that he was not in control of his actions because of his autism, but the jury did not accept this defence. 

A teenager who stabbed 15-year-old Elianne Andam with a kitchen knife in "white-hot anger at having been disrespected", has been found guilty of murder on Thursday (Jan 16). Hassan Sentamu, who was 17 at the time of the attack, which happened on September 27 last year, attacked Andam outside a shopping centre in Croydon, south London. The jury at the Old Bailey reached a 10-2 majority verdict. Sentamu had already admitted manslaughter and further claimed that he was not in control of his actions because of his autism, but the jury did not accept this defence. Also read: 14-year-old fatally stabbed in London bus, police arrest three including two teens What was the case? Elianne was stabbed during a meeting at the Whitgift Centre to exchange belongings with Sentamu's ex-girlfriend, who was her friend. The teenager was carrying a knife as he was feeling "disrespected" by the group of girls the day before, who threw water at him because they did not like the way he had treated their friend, his ex-girlfriend. Also read: Woman's body discovered in car boot in east London, probe launched: Reports The jury heard that Sentamu was seeking revenge, and when Elianne snatched a bag with his belongings in, he chased her down and stabbed her multiple times. Elianne suffered a fatal 12-cm-deep stab to the neck. A passing bus driver held her hand and stayed with her as she lay dying in the street. Prosecutor Alex Chalk KC said, "He was angry on 27 September, having brooded on the insult and he took the knife to the scene to reassert dominance." Also read: London stabbing: Girl, 11, woman stabbed at Leicester Square; suspect arrested "He exacted vengeance on a young girl clearly running away from him and posing no threat." Notably, Sentamu was diagnosed with autism disorder at the age of 14. Following this, he spent some of his teenage years in foster care. The court said that he had a troubled and disruptive childhood, with reports of self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and violent behaviour with knives. Earlier also, Sentamu was warned for taking a knife to school. Moreover, while awaiting trial for Elianne's murder, he threatened to "do it again", the court heard. (With inputs from agencies)

Elianne Andam's murder: Teenager found guilty of killing 15-year-old girl in London

Amid the potential TikTok ban in America, the social media platform Chief of Executive Shou Zi Chew is planning to attend US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration scheduled for next week.&nbsp;
The TikTok CEO is expected to sit on the dais alongside other key guests, a Trump transition source confirmed to Axios on Thursday.
This comes as the fate of TikTok hangs by a thread, with the potential ban in the US set to take effect on Saturday.&nbsp;
Reportedly, the Trump Vance Inaugural Committee extended the invitation to Chew, Trump's transition source said.&nbsp;
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<h2>Trump reportedly trying to preserve TikTok</h2>
Donald Trump's pick for national security adviser, Florida Rep. Mike Waltz, said on Wednesday in an interview that the US President-elect was reviewing prospects to &ldquo;preserve&rdquo; TikTok.
Waltz's comment came in response to a Fox News anchor's question about a Washington Post report, which claimed that Trump was mulling an executive order to suspend the enforcement of a federal law that could potentially lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok by Sunday (Jan 19), affecting around 170 million users in America.
Earlier in December, Trump held a meeting with Chew, and ahead of his meeting, he said that he had a "warm spot in my heart for TikTok."&nbsp;
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Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, in his farewell address on Wednesday night, warned about the incoming "tech industrial complex," which he said gives him "great concern."&nbsp;
"Americans are being buried under an avalanche of misinformation and disinformation enabling the abuse of power," Mr. Biden said. "The free press is crumbling. Errors are disappearing. Social media is giving up on fact-checking. The truth is smothered by lies told for power and for profit."
He added, "Artificial intelligence is the most consequential technology of our time, perhaps of all time."
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Last week, the Supreme Court gave a January 19 deadline to ByteDance that the company should either sell TikTok or face a ban in the country on the grounds of national security.
Trump had earlier urged the Supreme Court to delay its decision around the short video platform. In a legal brief, Trump's team argued for "more breathing space".
The Americans are now migrating to an alternative Chinese social media app, RedNote, which has now become the most downloaded app on Apple's US App Store.&nbsp;
The app, which means "Little Red Book", came to the top position on Apple's US App Store on Tuesday.
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TikTok has been repeatedly saying that it will not sell its US business. Its lawyers warned that a ban will violate free speech protections for the platform's 170 million users in the US.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is expected to sit on the dais alongside other key guests, a Trump transition source confirmed to Axios on Thursday.

Amid the potential TikTok ban in America, the social media platform Chief of Executive Shou Zi Chew is planning to attend US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration scheduled for next week. The TikTok CEO is expected to sit on the dais alongside other key guests, a Trump transition source confirmed to Axios on Thursday. This comes as the fate of TikTok hangs by a thread, with the potential ban in the US set to take effect on Saturday. Reportedly, the Trump Vance Inaugural Committee extended the invitation to Chew, Trump's transition source said. Also read: Donald Trump reportedly weighing possibilities to ‘preserve’ TikTok Trump reportedly trying to preserve TikTok Donald Trump's pick for national security adviser, Florida Rep. Mike Waltz, said on Wednesday in an interview that the US President-elect was reviewing prospects to “preserve” TikTok. Waltz's comment came in response to a Fox News anchor's question about a Washington Post report, which claimed that Trump was mulling an executive order to suspend the enforcement of a federal law that could potentially lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok by Sunday (Jan 19), affecting around 170 million users in America. Earlier in December, Trump held a meeting with Chew, and ahead of his meeting, he said that he had a "warm spot in my heart for TikTok." Also read: What is RedNote? Chinese social media app to which US TikTokers are migrating ahead of ban Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, in his farewell address on Wednesday night, warned about the incoming "tech industrial complex," which he said gives him "great concern." "Americans are being buried under an avalanche of misinformation and disinformation enabling the abuse of power," Mr. Biden said. "The free press is crumbling. Errors are disappearing. Social media is giving up on fact-checking. The truth is smothered by lies told for power and for profit." He added, "Artificial intelligence is the most consequential technology of our time, perhaps of all time." Also read: China considers selling TikTok US to Elon Musk amid ban threat: Report Last week, the Supreme Court gave a January 19 deadline to ByteDance that the company should either sell TikTok or face a ban in the country on the grounds of national security. Trump had earlier urged the Supreme Court to delay its decision around the short video platform. In a legal brief, Trump's team argued for "more breathing space". The Americans are now migrating to an alternative Chinese social media app, RedNote, which has now become the most downloaded app on Apple's US App Store. The app, which means "Little Red Book", came to the top position on Apple's US App Store on Tuesday. Also read: US Supreme Court likely to uphold TikTok ban amid security concerns TikTok has been repeatedly saying that it will not sell its US business. Its lawyers warned that a ban will violate free speech protections for the platform's 170 million users in the US. (With inputs from agencies)

TikTok CEO plans to attend Trump's inauguration amid potential ban in US

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