Amid tensions with Taiwan, the Chinese embassy on Friday tried to dictate terms to the Indian press protesting against WION’s interview with Taiwan foreign minister Joseph Wu. It is not the first time the Chinese embassy has tried to do this.

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Ahead of Taiwan's National Day on October 10, the Chinese mission in Delhi had written to the Indian media and called upon them to not refer to Taiwan as a "nation".

After WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma interviewed Taiwan's foreign minister<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-puts-pressure-on-nations-to-not-recognise-taiwan-as-a-country-foreign-minister-joseph-wu-tells-wion-336966"> Joseph Wu</a>, the Chinese embassy in a letter to WION said it "seriously violated One-China principle".

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In the letter, the Chinese embassy said: "Strongly protest against WION providing platform for Taiwan Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority separatist activities disregarding Indian government’s long-standing position," adding,"There is but one China in the world and the Government of the People's Republic of China is the sole legitimate government representing the whole of China."

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During the interview with WION, the Chinese foreign minister Joseph Wu had said that China puts pressure on other countries to not recognise Taiwan as a country.

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"Countries call me 'Minister Wu' but there shouldn’t be any problem addressing us as a country. But most of the country in the world are interacting with us and they recognise me as a Foreign Minister of Taiwan," <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/indian-films-like-baahubali-dangal-and-hindi-medium-are-very-popular-in-taiwan-joseph-wu-tells-wion-337074">Joseph Wu</a> had told WION in an exclusive interview.

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“China is trying to export its authoritarian order, and Taiwan happens to be on the frontline “, Wu said while asserting that China’s recent display of military might was an attempt to make his country into a "scapegoat for the Chinese government".

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The Chinese embassy in India, however, said that "facts are recognized by UN resolution and constitute the universal consensus of the international community. No matter how DPP authority separatists distort facts and advocate “Taiwan independence", they cannot change the historical and legal facts that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China."

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"All countries that have diplomatic relations with China should firmly honour their commitment to One-China policy, which is also Indian government’s official standing," the Chinese embassy said.&nbsp;

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"The United Nations General Assembly adopted at its 26th session Resolution 2758, recognizing the People's Republic of China as the sole legitimate government representing the entire people of China. The Resolution, fully demonstrating the One-China principle that the UN is committed to, has solved once and for all the issue of China's representation in the UN politically, de jure and procedure-wise," the letter to WION said.

The Chinese embassy said that "there is no such issue of Taiwan joining the UN", while stating that, "United Nations has reiterated many times that it insists on handling the Taiwan issue in accordance with Resolution 2758."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-trying-to-export-its-authoritarianism-to-distract-from-domestic-issues-joseph-wu-taiwans-foreign-minister-tells-wion-336969">Also Read: China trying to export authoritarianism to distract from domestic issues: Joseph Wu to WION</a>

"Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the DPP authorities have made reckless political manoeuvres and hyped up Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization and the World Health Assembly. Their real intention is to solicit foreign support and seek independence under the pretext of the pandemic," the Chinese embassy alleged while reiterating that "Taiwan's participation in international organizations including the WHO must be arranged under the One-China principle."

"Under the precondition of One-China principle, China's Central Government has made proper arrangement for the Taiwan region's participation in global health affairs, which ensures that the region can deal with local or global public health emergencies in a timely and effective manner. The Taiwan region is never excluded from the WHO global anti-epidemic system. Starting from Jan 3, 2020, China began sending regular updates about the novel coronavirus to WHO and China's Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions," it said.

"The DPP authorities have no locus standi to claim taking part in so-called international investigation to “hold China accountable," the Chinese embassy maintained.

The letter said the Taiwan "question concerns China's core interests". "We firmly oppose any separatist activities to create the so-called “Taiwan independence,” “two Chinas” or “one China, one Taiwan”."&nbsp;

"Any attempt instigating China's relations with other countries to expand “international space” is doomed to fail. China's Red Line on the Taiwan question cannot be challenged. Achieving China’s complete reunification is the trend of the times and people's aspiration. Any attempt engaging in separatist activities to create "Taiwan independence" will lead to a dead end," it said.

Amid tensions with Taiwan, the Chinese embassy on Friday tried to dictate terms to the Indian press protesting against WION’s interview with Taiwan foreign minister Joseph Wu.

Amid tensions with Taiwan, the Chinese embassy on Friday tried to dictate terms to the Indian press protesting against WION’s interview with Taiwan foreign minister Joseph Wu. It is not the first time the Chinese embassy has tried to do this. Also Read: Get lost, says Taiwan after Chinese mission asks Indian media to follow 'One-China' policy Ahead of Taiwan's National Day on October 10, the Chinese mission in Delhi had written to the Indian media and called upon them to not refer to Taiwan as a "nation". After WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma interviewed Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu, the Chinese embassy in a letter to WION said it "seriously violated One-China principle". Watch: In the letter, the Chinese embassy said: "Strongly protest against WION providing platform for Taiwan Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority separatist activities disregarding Indian government’s long-standing position," adding,"There is but one China in the world and the Government of the People's Republic of China is the sole legitimate government representing the whole of China." Also Read: China planning to invade Taiwan, says foreign minister Joseph Wu to WION During the interview with WION, the Chinese foreign minister Joseph Wu had said that China puts pressure on other countries to not recognise Taiwan as a country. "Countries call me 'Minister Wu' but there shouldn’t be any problem addressing us as a country. But most of the country in the world are interacting with us and they recognise me as a Foreign Minister of Taiwan," Joseph Wu had told WION in an exclusive interview. “China is trying to export its authoritarian order, and Taiwan happens to be on the frontline “, Wu said while asserting that China’s recent display of military might was an attempt to make his country into a "scapegoat for the Chinese government". The Chinese embassy in India, however, said that "facts are recognized by UN resolution and constitute the universal consensus of the international community. No matter how DPP authority separatists distort facts and advocate “Taiwan independence", they cannot change the historical and legal facts that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China." EXCLUSIVE| We have no doubt COVID-19 originated in China: Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu "All countries that have diplomatic relations with China should firmly honour their commitment to One-China policy, which is also Indian government’s official standing," the Chinese embassy said. "The United Nations General Assembly adopted at its 26th session Resolution 2758, recognizing the People's Republic of China as the sole legitimate government representing the entire people of China. The Resolution, fully demonstrating the One-China principle that the UN is committed to, has solved once and for all the issue of China's representation in the UN politically, de jure and procedure-wise," the letter to WION said. The Chinese embassy said that "there is no such issue of Taiwan joining the UN", while stating that, "United Nations has reiterated many times that it insists on handling the Taiwan issue in accordance with Resolution 2758." Also Read: China trying to export authoritarianism to distract from domestic issues: Joseph Wu to WION "Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the DPP authorities have made reckless political manoeuvres and hyped up Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization and the World Health Assembly. Their real intention is to solicit foreign support and seek independence under the pretext of the pandemic," the Chinese embassy alleged while reiterating that "Taiwan's participation in international organizations including the WHO must be arranged under the One-China principle." "Under the precondition of One-China principle, China's Central Government has made proper arrangement for the Taiwan region's participation in global health affairs, which ensures that the region can deal with local or global public health emergencies in a timely and effective manner. The Taiwan region is never excluded from the WHO global anti-epidemic system. Starting from Jan 3, 2020, China began sending regular updates about the novel coronavirus to WHO and China's Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions," it said. "The DPP authorities have no locus standi to claim taking part in so-called international investigation to “hold China accountable," the Chinese embassy maintained. The letter said the Taiwan "question concerns China's core interests". "We firmly oppose any separatist activities to create the so-called “Taiwan independence,” “two Chinas” or “one China, one Taiwan”." "Any attempt instigating China's relations with other countries to expand “international space” is doomed to fail. China's Red Line on the Taiwan question cannot be challenged. Achieving China’s complete reunification is the trend of the times and people's aspiration. Any attempt engaging in separatist activities to create "Taiwan independence" will lead to a dead end," it said.

China dictates terms to Indian press, protests WION's interview with Taiwan foreign minister Joseph Wu - see letter inside

The International Monetary Fund(IMF)&nbsp;warned on Wednesday that Asia would witness sharper-than-expected contraction in economic activity amid the coronavirus <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-downturn-offers-path-to-address-climate-change-imf-333245">pandemic</a>.

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"Fear of infection and social distancing measures are dimming consumer confidence and will keep economic activity below capacity until a vaccine is developed," an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gdp-in-most-countries-to-recover-to-pre-pandemic-levels-by-2022-imf-335038">IMF</a> report said.

IMF said next year's growth will be below par in Asia especially in those countries which are dependent on tourism.

The international body said Asia's economy may contract 2.2 per cent this year due to a slump in economic activity in Malaysia, Philippines and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modis-aatmanirbhar-bharat-important-initiative-imf-330233">India</a>.&nbsp;

The IMF warned that India's economy is likely to shrink 10.3 per cent this year even as forecast China's economy to expand 1.9 per cent even as it said Asia's economy is likely to grow 6.9 per cent next year.

"With the pandemic seemingly far from over, policy support should be sustained and, in some cases, increased," the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/further-fiscal-stimulus-warranted-in-india-says-imf-326694">IMF</a> said, adding,"full arsenal of policy support is needed that includes steps to help households and businesses cope with structural changes caused by COVID-19 such as permanent job losses in industries like tourism."

The IMF had earlier urged the Middle East and North African countries to accelerate reforms and diversify their economies amid the coronavirus pandemic as it projected the economies of the MENA region to shrink by five per cent this year.

The region which is rich in oil may continue to experience downturn in oil prices with the average price of oil expected to be $41.69 a barrel this year and $46.70 a barrel in 2021, down from $57-$64 average in 2019, the IMF forecast highlighted.

The International Monetary Fund(IMF) warned on Wednesday that Asia would witness sharper-than-expected contraction in economic activity amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The International Monetary Fund(IMF) warned on Wednesday that Asia would witness sharper-than-expected contraction in economic activity amid the coronavirus pandemic. Also Read: IMF's debt restructuring should help countries overcome fiscal stress, says Nirmala Sitharaman "Fear of infection and social distancing measures are dimming consumer confidence and will keep economic activity below capacity until a vaccine is developed," an IMF report said. IMF said next year's growth will be below par in Asia especially in those countries which are dependent on tourism. The international body said Asia's economy may contract 2.2 per cent this year due to a slump in economic activity in Malaysia, Philippines and India. The IMF warned that India's economy is likely to shrink 10.3 per cent this year even as forecast China's economy to expand 1.9 per cent even as it said Asia's economy is likely to grow 6.9 per cent next year. "With the pandemic seemingly far from over, policy support should be sustained and, in some cases, increased," the IMF said, adding,"full arsenal of policy support is needed that includes steps to help households and businesses cope with structural changes caused by COVID-19 such as permanent job losses in industries like tourism." The IMF had earlier urged the Middle East and North African countries to accelerate reforms and diversify their economies amid the coronavirus pandemic as it projected the economies of the MENA region to shrink by five per cent this year. The region which is rich in oil may continue to experience downturn in oil prices with the average price of oil expected to be $41.69 a barrel this year and $46.70 a barrel in 2021, down from $57-$64 average in 2019, the IMF forecast highlighted.

India's economy to shrink 10.3%, China to expand 1.9% this year: IMF

A Japanese man decided to find a solution to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-plastic-straws-cotton-buds-and-stirrers-banned-after-months-of-delay-331674">plastic</a> problem by making "edible" plastic to protect his&nbsp;town's sacred deer.

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Hidetoshi Matsukawa in Japan's Nara town found out that deer&nbsp;were dying after consuming plastic bags left by tourists.

There are several hundred deer&nbsp;found in Nara located in south-central Honshu. It is a popular tourist destination in the country.&nbsp;

Matsukawa teamed up with a local paper manufacturer in Nara to develop deer paper called "Shikagami" made from rice bran and milk.

The Japanese man says the bags are also tested safe for human consumption. The plastic to be used as shopping bags will now help to protect the deer population in the city which was severely scarred due to plastic consumption.

A study found recently that 14 million tonnes of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmars-upcycling-monk-leads-push-to-cut-plastic-waste-326560">plastic </a>pieces less than 5 mm wide are likely present at the bottom of the oceans. Microplastics has a diameter of 5 mm or less and is generally formed after it breaks away from bigger plastic items.&nbsp;

In fact, a group of scientists have created a “super-enzyme” which they say will help to solve the world’s plastic problems. The enzyme is derived from bacteria that evolved the ability to eat plastic.

According to the latest country-wise data, China is the biggest source of<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-to-ban-imports-of-plastic-goods-to-protect-elephants-323694"> plastic </a>bottles, bags and other rubbish clogging global sea lanes. Around the world, one million plastic drinking bottles are purchased every minute&nbsp;while up to 5 trillion single-use plastic bags are used worldwide every year.

A Japanese man decided to find a solution to the plastic problem by making "edible" plastic to protect his town's sacred deer. Also Read | Bottle-fed babies consume 1.

A Japanese man decided to find a solution to the plastic problem by making "edible" plastic to protect his town's sacred deer. Also Read | Bottle-fed babies consume 1.6 million microplastic particles each day Hidetoshi Matsukawa in Japan's Nara town found out that deer were dying after consuming plastic bags left by tourists. There are several hundred deer found in Nara located in south-central Honshu. It is a popular tourist destination in the country. Matsukawa teamed up with a local paper manufacturer in Nara to develop deer paper called "Shikagami" made from rice bran and milk. The Japanese man says the bags are also tested safe for human consumption. The plastic to be used as shopping bags will now help to protect the deer population in the city which was severely scarred due to plastic consumption. A study found recently that 14 million tonnes of plastic pieces less than 5 mm wide are likely present at the bottom of the oceans. Microplastics has a diameter of 5 mm or less and is generally formed after it breaks away from bigger plastic items. In fact, a group of scientists have created a “super-enzyme” which they say will help to solve the world’s plastic problems. The enzyme is derived from bacteria that evolved the ability to eat plastic. According to the latest country-wise data, China is the biggest source of plastic bottles, bags and other rubbish clogging global sea lanes. Around the world, one million plastic drinking bottles are purchased every minute while up to 5 trillion single-use plastic bags are used worldwide every year.

Now, Japanese man in Nara develops 'edible' plastic bag to save deer population

Thailand's Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailands-pm-prayuth-chan-ocha-ready-to-lift-lockdown-protestors-demand-resignation-336921">Prayut Chan-O-Cha</a> today revoked emergency measures banning gatherings of more than four people amid large scale street protests against the government and the monarchy.

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"The prime minister has announced the announcement of the severe state of emergency dated 15 October is revoked starting from October 22 at 12 pm (0500 GMT)," a government statement said on Thursday.

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The emergency measure was imposed last week as anti-government protesters took to the streets to demonstrate against measures over democratic reforms in the country. Demonstrators had earlier marched on government house as the protests&nbsp;entered its first week.

Prayut had said he was preparing to lift the state of emergency in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/milkteaalliance-makes-anti-china-wave-in-thailand-hong-kong-and-taiwan-336367">Bangkok </a>amid anti-government chants.

Bangkok's victory monument was flooded with protesters on Wednesday as the country's capital raged against the government even as riot police lined up the streets and put&nbsp;barbed wire to stop the crowd.

The protesters have been demanding the prime minister to step down and the powers of King Maha Vajiralongkorn to be curbed.

The country's court had earlier banned Voice TV partly owned by exiled former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, however, the Bangkok's criminal court backtracked on the ruling amid government crackdown on the media and as it indicated three other media outlets were under investigation.

Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha today revoked emergency measures banning gatherings of more than four people amid large scale street protests against the government and the monarchy.

Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha today revoked emergency measures banning gatherings of more than four people amid large scale street protests against the government and the monarchy. Watch: "The prime minister has announced the announcement of the severe state of emergency dated 15 October is revoked starting from October 22 at 12 pm (0500 GMT)," a government statement said on Thursday. Also Read: Thailand authorities restrict Telegram app over protests The emergency measure was imposed last week as anti-government protesters took to the streets to demonstrate against measures over democratic reforms in the country. Demonstrators had earlier marched on government house as the protests entered its first week. Prayut had said he was preparing to lift the state of emergency in Bangkok amid anti-government chants. Bangkok's victory monument was flooded with protesters on Wednesday as the country's capital raged against the government even as riot police lined up the streets and put barbed wire to stop the crowd. The protesters have been demanding the prime minister to step down and the powers of King Maha Vajiralongkorn to be curbed. The country's court had earlier banned Voice TV partly owned by exiled former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, however, the Bangkok's criminal court backtracked on the ruling amid government crackdown on the media and as it indicated three other media outlets were under investigation.

Thailand PM Prayut revokes emergency measures amid protests

Thirteen times Champions League winners Real Madrid were struck down by Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk in the Group B opener on Wednesday.

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Shakhtar had taken a 3-0 lead as Brazilian midfielder Tete opened in the 29th minute. Madrid defender Raphael Varane scored an own goal as coach Zidane's injury-hit team struggled to take on their resurgent opponents.

Israeli forward Manor Solomons scored for Shakhtar. Luka Modric stuck for Real with substitute Vinicius Jr reducing the deficit.

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"We were lacking a bit of everything today but worst of all we were lacking confidence," Zidane said after the match. "It's difficult to think of what to say when you concede three goals in the first half. We made a mistake with their first goal and from then on it was very difficult.

"I'm left with a very bad feeling because of everything that happened tonight. It's a bad game, a bad night but I'm the coach and I'm the one who has to find solutions. I didn't find them tonight and it's a very difficult moment for the players."

Meanwhile, defending champions Bayern Munich crushed Atletico Madrid 4-0 to start their campaign in emphatic fashion as they stretched their winning run in the competition to 12 games.

Thirteen times Champions League winners Real Madrid were struck down by Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk in the Group B opener on Wednesday. See: UEFA Champions League, Group Stage matches Live Streaming: When and where to watch UCL matches?

Thirteen times Champions League winners Real Madrid were struck down by Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk in the Group B opener on Wednesday. See: UEFA Champions League, Group Stage matches Live Streaming: When and where to watch UCL matches? Shakhtar had taken a 3-0 lead as Brazilian midfielder Tete opened in the 29th minute. Madrid defender Raphael Varane scored an own goal as coach Zidane's injury-hit team struggled to take on their resurgent opponents. Israeli forward Manor Solomons scored for Shakhtar. Luka Modric stuck for Real with substitute Vinicius Jr reducing the deficit. Also Read: 'Played to perfection:' Immobile's Lazio shock Dortmund on Champions League return "We were lacking a bit of everything today but worst of all we were lacking confidence," Zidane said after the match. "It's difficult to think of what to say when you concede three goals in the first half. We made a mistake with their first goal and from then on it was very difficult. "I'm left with a very bad feeling because of everything that happened tonight. It's a bad game, a bad night but I'm the coach and I'm the one who has to find solutions. I didn't find them tonight and it's a very difficult moment for the players." Meanwhile, defending champions Bayern Munich crushed Atletico Madrid 4-0 to start their campaign in emphatic fashion as they stretched their winning run in the competition to 12 games.

Champions League: Giant killer Shakhtar Donetsk stun Real Madrid; Bayern Munich make winning start

The US State Department on Wednesday said it has agreed to sell <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-puts-pressure-on-nations-to-not-recognise-taiwan-as-a-country-foreign-minister-joseph-wu-tells-wion-336966">Taiwan</a> air-to-ground cruise missiles including other weapon systems in a deal worth over &nbsp;$1 billion.

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The US would be supplying AGM-84H SLAM-ER cruise missiles to its ally with six MS-110 air reconnaissance pods and 11 M142 mobile light rocket launchers.

The State Department said: "The &nbsp;SLAM-ER missiles will help Taiwanmeet current and future threats as it provides all-weather, day and night, precision attack capabilities against both moving and stationary targets on the ground or ocean surface."

The US move comes as Chinese jets repeatedly entered <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/taiwanese-investment-generated-nearly-65000-employment-in-india-taiwans-foreign-minister-joseph-wu-tells-wion-336987">Taiwan's </a>airspace ahead of its National Day celebrations earlier in the month, a move which was widely criticised by the Tsai government.

"This arms sale shows that the United States attaches great importance to the strategic position of the Indo-Pacific region and the Taiwan Strait, and is actively assisting our country in strengthening our overall defence capabilities," Taiwan's Defense Ministry said.

China had earlier released footage of military exercise simulating a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-hope-someday-india-sees-value-in-taiwans-global-participation-joseph-wu-tells-wion-336975">Taiwan-</a>like territory with missile strikes. President Trump reacting on China's moves had said: "Whether there's an amphibious landing, a missile attack, a grey zone-type operation, they really need to fortify themselves."

"Taiwan needs to start looking at some asymmetric and anti-access area denial strategies... and really fortify itself in a manner that would deter the Chinese from any sort of amphibious invasion or even a grey zone operation against them," the US President had added.

The US State Department on Wednesday said it has agreed to sell Taiwan air-to-ground cruise missiles including other weapon systems in a deal worth over $1 billion.

The US State Department on Wednesday said it has agreed to sell Taiwan air-to-ground cruise missiles including other weapon systems in a deal worth over $1 billion. Watch: The US would be supplying AGM-84H SLAM-ER cruise missiles to its ally with six MS-110 air reconnaissance pods and 11 M142 mobile light rocket launchers. The State Department said: "The SLAM-ER missiles will help Taiwanmeet current and future threats as it provides all-weather, day and night, precision attack capabilities against both moving and stationary targets on the ground or ocean surface." The US move comes as Chinese jets repeatedly entered Taiwan's airspace ahead of its National Day celebrations earlier in the month, a move which was widely criticised by the Tsai government. "This arms sale shows that the United States attaches great importance to the strategic position of the Indo-Pacific region and the Taiwan Strait, and is actively assisting our country in strengthening our overall defence capabilities," Taiwan's Defense Ministry said. China had earlier released footage of military exercise simulating a Taiwan-like territory with missile strikes. President Trump reacting on China's moves had said: "Whether there's an amphibious landing, a missile attack, a grey zone-type operation, they really need to fortify themselves." "Taiwan needs to start looking at some asymmetric and anti-access area denial strategies... and really fortify itself in a manner that would deter the Chinese from any sort of amphibious invasion or even a grey zone operation against them," the US President had added.

Amid tensions with China, US to sell air-to-ground cruise missiles to Taiwan

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-not-give-up-cartoons-teens-charged-over-teachers-beheading-in-france-336999">'Will not give up cartoons': Teens charged over teacher's beheading in France</a>

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According to the prosecutor, the killer had offered students in school around $350 to $415 to identify the teacher.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/barack-obama-blasts-donald-trump-in-first-us-elections-rally-for-joe-biden-337016">Barack Obama blasts Donald Trump in first US elections rally for Joe Biden</a>

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Obama, who governed for two terms and remains one of the most popular figures in the Democratic Party, blasted Trump for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic

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According to reports, Francis, when he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, had opposed legislation to approve same-sex marriages but had supported legal protection for the rights of gay couples.

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FBI Director Christopher Wray who was present with Ratcliffe asserted that US election systems was&nbsp;"safe" and "resilient".

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'Will not give up cartoons': Teens charged over teacher's beheading in France According to the prosecutor, the killer had offered students in school around $350 to $415 to identify the teacher.

'Will not give up cartoons': Teens charged over teacher's beheading in France According to the prosecutor, the killer had offered students in school around $350 to $415 to identify the teacher. Barack Obama blasts Donald Trump in first US elections rally for Joe Biden Obama, who governed for two terms and remains one of the most popular figures in the Democratic Party, blasted Trump for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic Pope Francis backs civil union laws for same-sex couples According to reports, Francis, when he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, had opposed legislation to approve same-sex marriages but had supported legal protection for the rights of gay couples. Iran, Russia obtained voter registration information, says US intelligence director John Ratcliffe FBI Director Christopher Wray who was present with Ratcliffe asserted that US election systems was "safe" and "resilient". Watch: Gravitas: Were 9 South Koreans killed by a flu vaccine shot?

Morning news brief: Teens charged in France beheading case, Pope Francis on same-sex couples & more

Pope <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-expresses-support-for-detained-fishermen-in-libya-336257">Francis </a>voiced support for same-sex couples&nbsp;on Wednesday asserting that "these are children of God, they have the right to a family."

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In a documentary filmed by Evgeny Afineevsky, the Pope said: "What we have to create is a law of civil union, they have the right to be legally protected. I have defended that."

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Pope Francis comments was hailed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who said it was "a very positive move."

"Homosexual people have a right to be in a family. They are children of God and have a right to a family. Nobody should be thrown out or be made miserable over it," the Pope added in the film.&nbsp;

The Pope had earlier been evasive on same-sex relationships, he had reportedly said earlier in an interview three years ago that it is "always among human beings, and not only in the Church, it has been between a man and a woman. You can't just change that like that."

According to reports, Francis, when he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, had opposed legislation to approve same-sex marriages but had supported legal protection for the rights of gay couples.

Francis has invited gay couples to the Vatican on several occasions with his phrase "Who am I to judge?" becoming known widely.

The Pope's stance on gay relationships&nbsp;is divergent from the Vatican's belief which once said "devalues the institution of marriage".

Pope Francis voiced support for same-sex couples on Wednesday asserting that "these are children of God, they have the right to a family." Watch: In a documentary filmed by Evgeny Afineevsky, the Pope said: "What we have to create is a law of civil union, they have the right to be legally protected.

Pope Francis voiced support for same-sex couples on Wednesday asserting that "these are children of God, they have the right to a family." Watch: In a documentary filmed by Evgeny Afineevsky, the Pope said: "What we have to create is a law of civil union, they have the right to be legally protected. I have defended that." Also Read: Pope wears mask for first time at public event prompting fears for his health Pope Francis comments was hailed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who said it was "a very positive move." "Homosexual people have a right to be in a family. They are children of God and have a right to a family. Nobody should be thrown out or be made miserable over it," the Pope added in the film. The Pope had earlier been evasive on same-sex relationships, he had reportedly said earlier in an interview three years ago that it is "always among human beings, and not only in the Church, it has been between a man and a woman. You can't just change that like that." According to reports, Francis, when he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, had opposed legislation to approve same-sex marriages but had supported legal protection for the rights of gay couples. Francis has invited gay couples to the Vatican on several occasions with his phrase "Who am I to judge?" becoming known widely. The Pope's stance on gay relationships is divergent from the Vatican's belief which once said "devalues the institution of marriage".

Pope Francis backs civil union laws for same-sex couples

French prosecutors said on Wednesday that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-shuts-paris-mosque-in-crackdown-after-teachers-beheading-336742">Chechen </a>teenager who beheaded a French teacher for showing caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad in the class had paid students to identify him in front of the school as two teenagers were charged with complicity in terrorist murder.

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President Emmanuel Macron while paying tribute to teacher said: "We will not give up cartoons." Macron gave the highest civilian honour to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/231-radicalised-foreign-nationals-will-be-expelled-from-the-country-france-336399">Samuel Paty</a>, 47, saying: "He was killed because Islamists want our future," adding, "They will never have it."

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According to the prosecutor, the killer had offered students in school around $350 to $415 to identify the teacher. "This identification was only possible with the help of students from the school. They identified him in exchange for payment," prosecutor Jean-Francois Ricard said.

The two students allegedly stayed with the 18-year-old killer for nearly two hours. Seven people have been charged over the killing including the parent of one of Paty's student, who started the social media campaign against the teacher who Paty had asked to leave the class when he showed the cartoons.

An Islamic radical who allegedly helped the father in his campaign was also charged by French prosecutors.

The attacker reportedly lived in France as a refugee. The French teacher Samuel Paty was beheaded on October 16 afternoon outside a school in Paris suburb of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine. Paty's attacker was shot by police.

The killer Chechnya-born 18-year-old Abdullakh Anzorov beheaded Paty with a knife and tweeted an image of the teacher's severed head on Twitter before he was shot by police.

French prosecutors said on Wednesday that Chechen teenager who beheaded a French teacher for showing caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad in the class had paid students to identify him in front of the school as two teenagers were charged with complicity in terrorist murder.

French prosecutors said on Wednesday that Chechen teenager who beheaded a French teacher for showing caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad in the class had paid students to identify him in front of the school as two teenagers were charged with complicity in terrorist murder. Watch: President Emmanuel Macron while paying tribute to teacher said: "We will not give up cartoons." Macron gave the highest civilian honour to Samuel Paty, 47, saying: "He was killed because Islamists want our future," adding, "They will never have it." Also Read: France to dissolve pro-Hamas Muslim group According to the prosecutor, the killer had offered students in school around $350 to $415 to identify the teacher. "This identification was only possible with the help of students from the school. They identified him in exchange for payment," prosecutor Jean-Francois Ricard said. The two students allegedly stayed with the 18-year-old killer for nearly two hours. Seven people have been charged over the killing including the parent of one of Paty's student, who started the social media campaign against the teacher who Paty had asked to leave the class when he showed the cartoons. An Islamic radical who allegedly helped the father in his campaign was also charged by French prosecutors. The attacker reportedly lived in France as a refugee. The French teacher Samuel Paty was beheaded on October 16 afternoon outside a school in Paris suburb of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine. Paty's attacker was shot by police. The killer Chechnya-born 18-year-old Abdullakh Anzorov beheaded Paty with a knife and tweeted an image of the teacher's severed head on Twitter before he was shot by police.

'Will not give up cartoons': Teens charged over teacher's beheading in France

A gunman in Georgia released hostages in a commercial bank and later fled, according to reports.

The gunman had stormed the bank in Zugdidi in western Georgia and demanded $500,000 as he took hostages. However, negotiators soon arrived on the scene as the gunman released hostages.

Reports said the gunman was armed with a hand grenade and dressed in military uniform.

According to the Georgia government, 43 hostages were transferred to a safe area.

A gunman in Georgia released hostages in a commercial bank and later fled, according to reports. The gunman had stormed the bank in Zugdidi in western Georgia and demanded $500,000 as he took hostages.

A gunman in Georgia released hostages in a commercial bank and later fled, according to reports. The gunman had stormed the bank in Zugdidi in western Georgia and demanded $500,000 as he took hostages. However, negotiators soon arrived on the scene as the gunman released hostages. Reports said the gunman was armed with a hand grenade and dressed in military uniform. According to the Georgia government, 43 hostages were transferred to a safe area.

Georgia: Gunman storms bank, takes hostages

US director of national intelligence John Ratcliffe said today that Russian and Iran have obtained US voter information and taken actions to influence public opinion ahead of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/us-election">US elections</a> on November 3.

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Ratcliffe said both countries seek to "to communicate false information to registered voters that they hope will cause confusion, sow chaos, and undermine confidence in American democracy," adding,"these actions are desperate attempts by desperate adversaries."

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FBI director Christopher Wray who was present with Ratcliffe asserted that US election systems were "safe" and "resilient".

Ratcliffe informed that Iran had distributed a video implying people could send fraudulent ballots, even from outside the United States. THE US director of national intelligence said that Iran sought "to intimidate voters, incite social unrest, and damage President Trump."

Ratcliffe's revelation comes as the Justice Department 92 web domains used by Iran.

"The domain names "newsstand7.com" "usjournal.net" "usjournal.us" and "twtoday.net" were operated by or on behalf of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to influence United States domestic and foreign policy," the Justice Department said.

The other 88 domains "spread Iranian propaganda" targeted at Western Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, it added.

"We will continue to use all of our tools to stop the Iranian Government from misusing US companies and social media to spread propaganda covertly, to attempt to influence the American public secretly, and to sow discord," Assistant Attorney General John Demers said.

US director of national intelligence John Ratcliffe said today that Russian and Iran have obtained US voter information and taken actions to influence public opinion ahead of US elections on November 3.

US director of national intelligence John Ratcliffe said today that Russian and Iran have obtained US voter information and taken actions to influence public opinion ahead of US elections on November 3. Watch: Ratcliffe said both countries seek to "to communicate false information to registered voters that they hope will cause confusion, sow chaos, and undermine confidence in American democracy," adding,"these actions are desperate attempts by desperate adversaries." Also Read - US Elections 2020: Where are the Octopuses? FBI director Christopher Wray who was present with Ratcliffe asserted that US election systems were "safe" and "resilient". Ratcliffe informed that Iran had distributed a video implying people could send fraudulent ballots, even from outside the United States. THE US director of national intelligence said that Iran sought "to intimidate voters, incite social unrest, and damage President Trump." Ratcliffe's revelation comes as the Justice Department 92 web domains used by Iran. "The domain names "newsstand7.com" "usjournal.net" "usjournal.us" and "twtoday.net" were operated by or on behalf of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to influence United States domestic and foreign policy," the Justice Department said. The other 88 domains "spread Iranian propaganda" targeted at Western Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, it added. "We will continue to use all of our tools to stop the Iranian Government from misusing US companies and social media to spread propaganda covertly, to attempt to influence the American public secretly, and to sow discord," Assistant Attorney General John Demers said.

Iran, Russia obtained voter registration information, says US intelligence director John Ratcliffe

Scientists have found a new organ in the upper part of the throat.&nbsp;

The researchers at the Netherlands Cancer Institute found an organ 1.5 inches in length on average, according to the journal Radiotherapy and Oncology.

"Histology and 3D reconstruction confirmed the presence of PSMA-expressing, predominantly mucous glands with multiple draining ducts, predominantly near the torus tubarius," the journal said in its report.

"The human body contains a pair of previously overlooked and clinically relevant macroscopic salivary gland locations," the study said while proposing to name&nbsp;it tubarial glands.

The researchers reportedly found the new organ accidentally when they were using a combination of CT scans and positron emission tomography (PET) scans called PSMA PET-CT to study prostate cancer. The doctors had injected a radioactive "tracer" into the patient.

The researchers studied images of &nbsp;100 patients and found that all of them had the glands.

"Sparing these glands in patients receiving RT may provide an opportunity to improve their quality of life," it said.

The doctors said the new discovery would help in cancer treatment since damage to these glands can impact the quality of life due to radiation impact. 
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Scientists have found a new organ in the upper part of the throat. The researchers at the Netherlands Cancer Institute found an organ 1.5 inches in length on average, according to the journal Radiotherapy and Oncology.

Scientists have found a new organ in the upper part of the throat. The researchers at the Netherlands Cancer Institute found an organ 1.5 inches in length on average, according to the journal Radiotherapy and Oncology. "Histology and 3D reconstruction confirmed the presence of PSMA-expressing, predominantly mucous glands with multiple draining ducts, predominantly near the torus tubarius," the journal said in its report. "The human body contains a pair of previously overlooked and clinically relevant macroscopic salivary gland locations," the study said while proposing to name it tubarial glands. The researchers reportedly found the new organ accidentally when they were using a combination of CT scans and positron emission tomography (PET) scans called PSMA PET-CT to study prostate cancer. The doctors had injected a radioactive "tracer" into the patient. The researchers studied images of 100 patients and found that all of them had the glands. "Sparing these glands in patients receiving RT may provide an opportunity to improve their quality of life," it said. The doctors said the new discovery would help in cancer treatment since damage to these glands can impact the quality of life due to radiation impact.

Doctors find new organ in throat 1.5 inches in length

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