Violent clashes erupted outside Hong Kong airport on Tuesday evening as riot police tried to disperse protesters as authorities <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-check-ins-suspended-at-hong-kong-airport-as-protests-escalate-242706">suspended check-ins</a> at the international airport.

Reports said police used pepper spray in scuffles with protesters at Hong Kong airport. At least two protesters were detained, reports said.

Several police vehicles were blocked by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-rights-chief-calls-for-independent-impartial-investigation-into-hong-kong-violence-242701">protesters, and riot police</a> moved in, pushing some protesters back and using pepper spray at times.

The airport authority said in a statement that a public assembly had blocked passageways to the airport's restricted area, blocking passengers from proceeding to immigration.

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Hong Kong's airport authority said operations at the city's international airport was being "seriously disrupted" by public assembly.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Earlier on Tuesday, Hong Kong authorities suspended all check-in services as protests escalated inside the airport. In a similar move on Monday, airport authorities had cancelled all flights in Hong Kong airport as anti-government protests entered the fourth day.

Meanwhile, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urged Hong Kong to exercise restraint and investigate evidence of its forces firing tear gas at protesters in ways banned under international law. 
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"Take a minute to look at our city, our home," Chief Executive Carrie Lam said, her voice cracking, at a news conference in the government headquarters complex, which is fortified behind 6-foot (1.8-m) -high water-filled barricades.

"Can we bear to push it into the abyss and see it smashed to pieces?"

Violent clashes erupted outside Hong Kong airport on Tuesday evening as riot police tried to disperse protesters as authorities suspended check-ins at the international airport.

Violent clashes erupted outside Hong Kong airport on Tuesday evening as riot police tried to disperse protesters as authorities suspended check-ins at the international airport. Reports said police used pepper spray in scuffles with protesters at Hong Kong airport. At least two protesters were detained, reports said. Several police vehicles were blocked by protesters, and riot police moved in, pushing some protesters back and using pepper spray at times. The airport authority said in a statement that a public assembly had blocked passageways to the airport's restricted area, blocking passengers from proceeding to immigration. Watch Video: Hong Kong's airport authority said operations at the city's international airport was being "seriously disrupted" by public assembly. Earlier on Tuesday, Hong Kong authorities suspended all check-in services as protests escalated inside the airport. In a similar move on Monday, airport authorities had cancelled all flights in Hong Kong airport as anti-government protests entered the fourth day. Meanwhile, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urged Hong Kong to exercise restraint and investigate evidence of its forces firing tear gas at protesters in ways banned under international law. "Take a minute to look at our city, our home," Chief Executive Carrie Lam said, her voice cracking, at a news conference in the government headquarters complex, which is fortified behind 6-foot (1.8-m) -high water-filled barricades. "Can we bear to push it into the abyss and see it smashed to pieces?"

Clashes erupt between riot police, protesters outside Hong Kong airport

The Kremlin boasted on Tuesday it was winning the race to develop new cutting edge<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russians-killed-in-missile-test-blast-were-working-on-new-weapons-242543"> nuclear weapons</a> despite a mysterious rocket accident last week in northern Russia that caused a temporary spike in radiation levels.

Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear agency, has said that the August 8 accident occurred during a rocket test on a sea platform in the White Sea, killing at least five and injuring three more.

It has pledged to keep developing new weapons regardless, portraying the men who died in the test as heroes.

US&nbsp;President Donald Trump had said on Twitter on Monday that the United States was<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-has-advanced-weapons-than-the-failed-russian-skyfall-missile-donald-trump-242558"> "learning much" from the explosion </a>which he suggested happened during the testing of a nuclear-powered cruise missile vaunted by President Vladimir Putin last year.

Russia, which has said the missile will have an "unlimited range" and be able to overcome any defences, calls the missile the 9M730 Burevestnik (Storm Petrel). The NATO alliance has designated it the SSC-X-9 Skyfall.

Trump said on Twitter that the United States had "similar, though more advanced, technology" and said Russians were worried about the air quality around the facility and far beyond, a situation he described as "Not good!"

But when asked about his comments on Tuesday, the Kremlin said it, not the United States, was out in front when it came to developing new nuclear weapons.

"Our president has repeatedly said that Russian engineering in this sector significantly outstrips the level that other countries have managed to reach for the moment, and it is fairly unique," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Putin used his state-of-the-nation speech in 2018 to unveil what he described as a raft of invincible new nuclear weapons, including a nuclear-powered cruise missile, an underwater nuclear-powered drone, and a laser weapon.

Tensions between Moscow and Washington over arms control have been exacerbated by the demise this month of a landmark nuclear treaty.

Russia says it is also concerned that another landmark arms control treaty will soon expire.

In a sign of how serious the situation in the accident area remains, Russian authorities have advised residents of the nearby village of Nyonoksa to leave while clear-up work is being carried out, the Interfax news agency reported on Tuesday, citing local officials.

Russia's state weather service also said on Tuesday that radiation levels in the nearby city of Severodvinsk had spiked by up to 16 times last Thursday, while medics who treated victims of the accident have been sent to Moscow for a medical examination, the TASS news agency reported.

It said the medics had signed non-disclosure agreements about the nature of the accident.

The Kremlin boasted on Tuesday it was winning the race to develop new cutting edge nuclear weapons despite a mysterious rocket accident last week in northern Russia that caused a temporary spike in radiation levels.

The Kremlin boasted on Tuesday it was winning the race to develop new cutting edge nuclear weapons despite a mysterious rocket accident last week in northern Russia that caused a temporary spike in radiation levels. Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear agency, has said that the August 8 accident occurred during a rocket test on a sea platform in the White Sea, killing at least five and injuring three more. It has pledged to keep developing new weapons regardless, portraying the men who died in the test as heroes. US President Donald Trump had said on Twitter on Monday that the United States was "learning much" from the explosion which he suggested happened during the testing of a nuclear-powered cruise missile vaunted by President Vladimir Putin last year. Russia, which has said the missile will have an "unlimited range" and be able to overcome any defences, calls the missile the 9M730 Burevestnik (Storm Petrel). The NATO alliance has designated it the SSC-X-9 Skyfall. Trump said on Twitter that the United States had "similar, though more advanced, technology" and said Russians were worried about the air quality around the facility and far beyond, a situation he described as "Not good!" But when asked about his comments on Tuesday, the Kremlin said it, not the United States, was out in front when it came to developing new nuclear weapons. "Our president has repeatedly said that Russian engineering in this sector significantly outstrips the level that other countries have managed to reach for the moment, and it is fairly unique," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. Putin used his state-of-the-nation speech in 2018 to unveil what he described as a raft of invincible new nuclear weapons, including a nuclear-powered cruise missile, an underwater nuclear-powered drone, and a laser weapon. Tensions between Moscow and Washington over arms control have been exacerbated by the demise this month of a landmark nuclear treaty. Russia says it is also concerned that another landmark arms control treaty will soon expire. In a sign of how serious the situation in the accident area remains, Russian authorities have advised residents of the nearby village of Nyonoksa to leave while clear-up work is being carried out, the Interfax news agency reported on Tuesday, citing local officials. Russia's state weather service also said on Tuesday that radiation levels in the nearby city of Severodvinsk had spiked by up to 16 times last Thursday, while medics who treated victims of the accident have been sent to Moscow for a medical examination, the TASS news agency reported. It said the medics had signed non-disclosure agreements about the nature of the accident.

Winning arms race against US despite rocket accident: Russia

Barcelona officials headed to France on Tuesday for talks with<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/neymar-out-of-psg-opener-exit-talks-more-advanced-than-before-club-242036"> Paris Saint-Germain</a> to seal a return to the Spanish club for Brazilian star Neymar, reports said.

The club's director for football, retired French international Eric Abidal, and two other top club officials flew to Paris to meet with their Paris Saint-Germain counterparts, Catalan radio Rac1 and Catalan television TV3 reported.

"The breakthrough is significant as PSG had up until now refused to meet with Barcelona emissaries but it does not mean that the deal is close," Rac1 wrote on its website.

The deal which the Barcelona officials will propose could include other players such as Philippe Coutinho or Ivan Rakitic, it added.

Paris Saint-Germain revealed on Saturday that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/real-madrid-go-head-to-head-with-barcelona-for-neymar-reports-241808">Neymar transfer talks </a>are "more advanced than before" after the Brazilian was dropped for the French champions' opening Ligue 1 match.

Sporting director Leonardo confirmed to reporters that the Brazilian was near the exit door but that PSG were "not yet ready to give their approval" for the transfer.

Real Madrid or a return to Barcelona are the most likely destinations for the world's most expensive footballer who won two La Liga titles and the 2015 Champions League in four years with the Catalan side.

Sports newspaper AS has reported that Neymar has been offered to Madrid by PSG, who are open to selling if they can either recoup the 222 million euros ($249 million) they spent on him in 2017 or receive half that amount with players included in the deal.

But Barcelona-based Mundo Deportivo says that he would prefer a move back to Catalonia to play alongside former teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

Barcelona officials headed to France on Tuesday for talks with Paris Saint-Germain to seal a return to the Spanish club for Brazilian star Neymar, reports said. The club's director for football, retired French international Eric Abidal, and two other top club officials flew to Paris to meet with their Paris Saint-Germain counterparts, Catalan radio Rac1 and Catalan television TV3 reported.

Barcelona officials headed to France on Tuesday for talks with Paris Saint-Germain to seal a return to the Spanish club for Brazilian star Neymar, reports said. The club's director for football, retired French international Eric Abidal, and two other top club officials flew to Paris to meet with their Paris Saint-Germain counterparts, Catalan radio Rac1 and Catalan television TV3 reported. "The breakthrough is significant as PSG had up until now refused to meet with Barcelona emissaries but it does not mean that the deal is close," Rac1 wrote on its website. The deal which the Barcelona officials will propose could include other players such as Philippe Coutinho or Ivan Rakitic, it added. Paris Saint-Germain revealed on Saturday that Neymar transfer talks are "more advanced than before" after the Brazilian was dropped for the French champions' opening Ligue 1 match. Sporting director Leonardo confirmed to reporters that the Brazilian was near the exit door but that PSG were "not yet ready to give their approval" for the transfer. Real Madrid or a return to Barcelona are the most likely destinations for the world's most expensive footballer who won two La Liga titles and the 2015 Champions League in four years with the Catalan side. Sports newspaper AS has reported that Neymar has been offered to Madrid by PSG, who are open to selling if they can either recoup the 222 million euros ($249 million) they spent on him in 2017 or receive half that amount with players included in the deal. But Barcelona-based Mundo Deportivo says that he would prefer a move back to Catalonia to play alongside former teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

Barcelona officials head to Paris for Neymar talks: Reports

The United States is delaying until December 15 imposition of new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-edges-down-on-lower-demand-outlook-us-china-trade-dispute-242428">10 per cent tariffs</a> on Chinese electronics, but going ahead with new duties starting September 1 on $300 billion in Chinese goods, the government announced Tuesday.

The delay will impact&nbsp;cell phones, laptops, computer monitors, video game consoles and some toys, footwear and clothing, the US trade representative said in a statement.

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As Washington and Beijing work to resolve the escalating trade war, USTR Robert Lighthizer spoke with Chinese trade officials early Tuesday and has another call planned in two weeks, a USTR official said.

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Equity markets on both sides of the Atlantic rose strongly on Tuesday, reversing an earlier weak trend, after US President Donald Trump delayed some new tariffs on Chinese goods.

Around 1400 GMT on Wall Street, the DJIA index was up 1.6 per cent and the tech-heavy Nasdaq more than two per cent, with European indices also rallying after the US said it would delay new tariffs on electronics from China to December 15.

The United States is delaying until December 15 imposition of new 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese electronics, but going ahead with new duties starting September 1 on $300 billion in Chinese goods, the government announced Tuesday.

The United States is delaying until December 15 imposition of new 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese electronics, but going ahead with new duties starting September 1 on $300 billion in Chinese goods, the government announced Tuesday. The delay will impact cell phones, laptops, computer monitors, video game consoles and some toys, footwear and clothing, the US trade representative said in a statement. As usual, China said they were going to be buying “big” from our great American Farmers. So far they have not done what they said. Maybe this will be different! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 13, 2019 × A separate group of products will also be exempt altogether "based on health, safety, national security and other factors," it added. As Washington and Beijing work to resolve the escalating trade war, USTR Robert Lighthizer spoke with Chinese trade officials early Tuesday and has another call planned in two weeks, a USTR official said. Through massive devaluation of their currency and pumping vast sums of money into their system, the tens of billions of dollars that the U.S. is receiving is a gift from China. Prices not up, no inflation. Farmers getting more than China would be spending. Fake News won’t report! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 13, 2019 × Equity markets on both sides of the Atlantic rose strongly on Tuesday, reversing an earlier weak trend, after US President Donald Trump delayed some new tariffs on Chinese goods. Around 1400 GMT on Wall Street, the DJIA index was up 1.6 per cent and the tech-heavy Nasdaq more than two per cent, with European indices also rallying after the US said it would delay new tariffs on electronics from China to December 15.

US to delay new tariffs on Chinese electronics until December 15; Wall Street stocks jump

The ministry of Home affairs said today that restrictions in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-to-host-first-ever-global-investors-summit-in-october-nk-chaudhary-principal-secretary-242796">Jammu and Kashmir</a> were being "eased out in a phased manner in the Valley" over a week after the government decided to scrap Article 370.

"The situation in the Jammu division has been restored after assessment by relevant local authorities," the ministry said.

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Sanjeev Verma, divisional commissioner of Jammu said: "Situation in Jammu has acquired normalcy, in the whole of the Jammu province," adding,"in some of the districts, we have maintained prohibited precautions only to maintain a level of regulation."

Meanwhile, NK Chaudhary, principal secretary in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/concerned-poland-says-india-pakistan-must-resolve-kashmir-issue-through-dialogue-242711">Jammu and Kashmir</a> government informed that the new Union Territory would be hosting the first-ever global investor's summit in October.

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The inaugural session of the summit will be held in Srinagar on October 12," the principal secretary said.

The home ministry said that medical services were being provided to people without any hindrance and OPDs in hospitals were giving requisite medical treatment to 13,500 patients.

Availability of all drugs, including life-saving drugs has been ensured in every hospital across the Valley, it added.

The ministry added that the national highway was functioning normally with at least hundred heavy vehicles carrying LPG and other essentials plying daily.

Flights from the Valley have been operating normally and 1,500 light motor and other vehicles have been on the road regularly, the government informed today. 
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The ministry of Home affairs said today that restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir were being "eased out in a phased manner in the Valley" over a week after the government decided to scrap Article 370.

The ministry of Home affairs said today that restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir were being "eased out in a phased manner in the Valley" over a week after the government decided to scrap Article 370. "The situation in the Jammu division has been restored after assessment by relevant local authorities," the ministry said. The restrictions in #JammuKashmir are being eased out in a phased manner in the Valley and the situation in the Jammu division has been restored after assessment by relevant local authorities. (1/4)@diprjk @JmuKmrPolice — Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs (@PIBHomeAffairs) August 13, 2019 × Sanjeev Verma, divisional commissioner of Jammu said: "Situation in Jammu has acquired normalcy, in the whole of the Jammu province," adding,"in some of the districts, we have maintained prohibited precautions only to maintain a level of regulation." Meanwhile, NK Chaudhary, principal secretary in the Jammu and Kashmir government informed that the new Union Territory would be hosting the first-ever global investor's summit in October. Watch Video: The inaugural session of the summit will be held in Srinagar on October 12," the principal secretary said. The home ministry said that medical services were being provided to people without any hindrance and OPDs in hospitals were giving requisite medical treatment to 13,500 patients. Availability of all drugs, including life-saving drugs has been ensured in every hospital across the Valley, it added. The ministry added that the national highway was functioning normally with at least hundred heavy vehicles carrying LPG and other essentials plying daily. Flights from the Valley have been operating normally and 1,500 light motor and other vehicles have been on the road regularly, the government informed today.

Restrictions being eased in Jammu and Kashmir in phased manner: Government

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/concerned-poland-says-india-pakistan-must-resolve-kashmir-issue-through-dialogue-242711">Jammu and Kashmir(J&amp;K)</a> has decided to host investors summit from 12-14 October, NK Chaudhary, principal secretary (Commerce &amp; Industry), said on Tuesday.

"This will be the first-ever global summit to be hosted by the state," the principal secretary said, adding, "the inaugural session of the summit will be held in Srinagar on October 12."

On Monday, Northern Army Commander <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/article-370-revoked-government-needs-time-to-bring-back-normalcy-in-jammu-and-kashmir-says-supreme-court-242715">Lt Gen Ranbir Singh reviewed</a> security in the Kashmir Valley as the government kept restrictions in Kashmir while easing it somewhat during Eid.

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With the scrapping of Article 370 over a week old, the Supreme Court today refused to issue directions to the central government on a petition seeking lifting of all restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir.

The petition was filed by social activist Tehseen Poonawala seeking lifting of curfew and other restrictions including blocking of phone lines, internet and news channels.

The government in its argument in court said it was reviewing the day-to-day situation in the new&nbsp;Union Territory.

The three-judge bench headed by Justice Arun Mishra told the petitioner, "We shall wait for the restoration of normalcy, if nothing happens you can back to the court." &nbsp;

Meanwhile, as Pakistan continued to rake up the issue in the international forum, Poland's ambassador to India Adam Burakowski said that India and Pakistan have to resolve the Kashmir issue bilaterally. Poland currently holds the UNSC presidency for August.

In a similar move, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) President Joanna Wronecka had last week refused to comment on Pakistan's letter to the world body regarding abrogation of Article 370 by India.

Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi had written to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres claiming abrogation of article 370&nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir had violated the UNSC resolution.

Pakistan had earlier downgraded ties with India and suspended trade relations over the scrapping of Article 370 which gave special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) has decided to host investors summit from 12-14 October, NK Chaudhary, principal secretary (Commerce & Industry), said on Tuesday. "This will be the first-ever global summit to be hosted by the state," the principal secretary said, adding, "the inaugural session of the summit will be held in Srinagar on October 12.

Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) has decided to host investors summit from 12-14 October, NK Chaudhary, principal secretary (Commerce & Industry), said on Tuesday. "This will be the first-ever global summit to be hosted by the state," the principal secretary said, adding, "the inaugural session of the summit will be held in Srinagar on October 12." On Monday, Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh reviewed security in the Kashmir Valley as the government kept restrictions in Kashmir while easing it somewhat during Eid. With the scrapping of Article 370 over a week old, the Supreme Court today refused to issue directions to the central government on a petition seeking lifting of all restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir. The petition was filed by social activist Tehseen Poonawala seeking lifting of curfew and other restrictions including blocking of phone lines, internet and news channels. The government in its argument in court said it was reviewing the day-to-day situation in the new Union Territory. The three-judge bench headed by Justice Arun Mishra told the petitioner, "We shall wait for the restoration of normalcy, if nothing happens you can back to the court." Meanwhile, as Pakistan continued to rake up the issue in the international forum, Poland's ambassador to India Adam Burakowski said that India and Pakistan have to resolve the Kashmir issue bilaterally. Poland currently holds the UNSC presidency for August. In a similar move, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) President Joanna Wronecka had last week refused to comment on Pakistan's letter to the world body regarding abrogation of Article 370 by India. Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi had written to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres claiming abrogation of article 370 Jammu and Kashmir had violated the UNSC resolution. Pakistan had earlier downgraded ties with India and suspended trade relations over the scrapping of Article 370 which gave special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir to host first ever global investors summit in October: NK Chaudhary, principal secretary

After a man went on a stabbing attack in downtown Sydney killing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/woman-injured-in-knife-attack-in-sydneys-central-business-district-242683">one woman and wounding</a> another, police said he was carrying a knife and a computer thumb drive containing information about deadly attacks in North America and New Zealand when he went on the frenzy as a "lone actor".

"Our counter-terrorist command immediately stood up and the joint counter-terrorist team, that includes New South Wales Police, state and federal agencies have assessed all the available information in relation to this crime and it is not currently classed as a terrorist incident," Mick Fuller, commissioner of New South Wales police, said.

"Obviously as the investigation continues we will reassess that," Fuller added.

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The incident brought mid-afternoon traffic in Sydney to a standstill and sparked a police investigation into <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-accused-of-sydney-knife-attack-retrained-by-brave-bystanders-242629">how the accused man</a>, aged 21, went from living with his parents to what police said was a terrible crime.

"He is by definition at the moment a lone actor. Information was found on him that would suggest he has some ideologies in relation to terrorism but he has no links to terrorism," the police commissioner said, adding, "there is no current intelligence on this individual and he has no apparent links to other terrorist organisations."

As far as the death toll was concerned, the police did not say how the first woman died but said the man was responsible for both attacks. The unidentified man had also tried unsuccessfully to stab other people, police said which was termed as an "unprovoked attack". 
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After a man went on a stabbing attack in downtown Sydney killing one woman and wounding another, police said he was carrying a knife and a computer thumb drive containing information about deadly attacks in North America and New Zealand when he went on the frenzy as a "lone actor".

After a man went on a stabbing attack in downtown Sydney killing one woman and wounding another, police said he was carrying a knife and a computer thumb drive containing information about deadly attacks in North America and New Zealand when he went on the frenzy as a "lone actor". "Our counter-terrorist command immediately stood up and the joint counter-terrorist team, that includes New South Wales Police, state and federal agencies have assessed all the available information in relation to this crime and it is not currently classed as a terrorist incident," Mick Fuller, commissioner of New South Wales police, said. "Obviously as the investigation continues we will reassess that," Fuller added. Watch Video: The incident brought mid-afternoon traffic in Sydney to a standstill and sparked a police investigation into how the accused man, aged 21, went from living with his parents to what police said was a terrible crime. "He is by definition at the moment a lone actor. Information was found on him that would suggest he has some ideologies in relation to terrorism but he has no links to terrorism," the police commissioner said, adding, "there is no current intelligence on this individual and he has no apparent links to other terrorist organisations." As far as the death toll was concerned, the police did not say how the first woman died but said the man was responsible for both attacks. The unidentified man had also tried unsuccessfully to stab other people, police said which was termed as an "unprovoked attack".

Sydney knife attack currently not classed as a terrorist incident: Police

Authorities at Hong Kong airport on Tuesday suspended all departure check-ins <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-rights-chief-calls-for-independent-impartial-investigation-into-hong-kong-violence-242701">after&nbsp;protesters blocked</a> the facility for a second day, but some flights were still arriving and taking off.

"Terminal operations at Hong Kong International Airport have been seriously disrupted as a result of the public assembly," the airport authority said in a statement.

"All check-in service for departure flights has been suspended since 1630hrs (0930 GMT). Other departure and arrival flights for the rest of the day will continue to operate, and airlines will provide arrangements for passengers who have not completed the departure process."

"Members of the public are advised not to come to the airport."

Amid the disruptions due to protests<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-will-you-die-hong-kong-leader-carrie-lam-grilled-at-press-conference-242677"> at Hong Kong airports</a>, Cathay Pacific halted check-ins citing "potential for new disruptions".

Cathay became embroiled in the protests after China's civil aviation regulator demanded the airline suspend personnel who were engaged in or supported "illegal protests" in Hong Kong from staffing flights into its airspace, citing safety concerns.

The airline moved fast to comply with the demand from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), suspending a pilot arrested during anti-government protests in Hong Kong and firing two airport employees citing misconduct on Saturday.

On Monday, Hong Kong airport authorities had cancelled all flights in Hong Kong airport as anti-government protests escalated for the fourth day.&nbsp;

However, it added that it will increase transfer capacity in the Greater Bay Area airports to avoid disruption to trips between the mainland and Hong Kong.

Cathay was also on Monday among airlines affected by the Hong Kong airport's decision to cancel all flights. The airline warned passengers in a travel advisory that the impact could last until Tuesday morning.

(Inputs: AFP, Reuters) 
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Authorities at Hong Kong airport on Tuesday suspended all departure check-ins after protesters blocked the facility for a second day, but some flights were still arriving and taking off.

Authorities at Hong Kong airport on Tuesday suspended all departure check-ins after protesters blocked the facility for a second day, but some flights were still arriving and taking off. "Terminal operations at Hong Kong International Airport have been seriously disrupted as a result of the public assembly," the airport authority said in a statement. "All check-in service for departure flights has been suspended since 1630hrs (0930 GMT). Other departure and arrival flights for the rest of the day will continue to operate, and airlines will provide arrangements for passengers who have not completed the departure process." "Members of the public are advised not to come to the airport." Amid the disruptions due to protests at Hong Kong airports, Cathay Pacific halted check-ins citing "potential for new disruptions". Cathay became embroiled in the protests after China's civil aviation regulator demanded the airline suspend personnel who were engaged in or supported "illegal protests" in Hong Kong from staffing flights into its airspace, citing safety concerns. The airline moved fast to comply with the demand from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), suspending a pilot arrested during anti-government protests in Hong Kong and firing two airport employees citing misconduct on Saturday. On Monday, Hong Kong airport authorities had cancelled all flights in Hong Kong airport as anti-government protests escalated for the fourth day. However, it added that it will increase transfer capacity in the Greater Bay Area airports to avoid disruption to trips between the mainland and Hong Kong. Cathay was also on Monday among airlines affected by the Hong Kong airport's decision to cancel all flights. The airline warned passengers in a travel advisory that the impact could last until Tuesday morning. (Inputs: AFP, Reuters)

All check-ins suspended at Hong Kong airport as protests escalate

The UN rights chief on Tuesday voiced concern over force used against protesters during massive<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-will-you-die-hong-kong-leader-carrie-lam-grilled-at-press-conference-242677"> demonstrations in Hong Kong</a> and called for an impartial probe.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet is calling for "prompt, independent, impartial investigation" into alleged excessive force by police <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stranded-passengers-voice-support-for-hong-kong-protesters-242662">against the protesters</a>, her spokesman Rupert Colville told reporters in Geneva.

Meanwhile, pro-democracy protesters blocked passengers at departure gates in several sections of Hong Kong airport Tuesday, a day after a sit-in forced authorities to cancel all flights to and from the major international hub.

In both terminals of the airport, protesters blocked paths to departure gates, though several dozen passengers were able to push through.&nbsp;

"I support your cause... but I need to see my family," a man shouted as protesters dressed in black surrounded him, preventing him from reaching the gates.

Some passengers said they had been told to check their bags in at Terminal 1 and then move to Terminal 2 to take-off, but when they arrived they found more protesters also blocking the way.

The demonstrators moved luggage trolleys to prevent passengers using an elevator or escalator leading down to the departure gates on the bottom floor of Terminal 2.

Then they formed a human chain, linking arm-in-arm to stop passengers from getting to the departures area.

A crowd of angry passengers, among them families with children, tried to push through without success.

"Come on you're being really selfish now," shouted one man.

The UN rights chief on Tuesday voiced concern over force used against protesters during massive demonstrations in Hong Kong and called for an impartial probe. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet is calling for "prompt, independent, impartial investigation" into alleged excessive force by police against the protesters, her spokesman Rupert Colville told reporters in Geneva.

The UN rights chief on Tuesday voiced concern over force used against protesters during massive demonstrations in Hong Kong and called for an impartial probe. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet is calling for "prompt, independent, impartial investigation" into alleged excessive force by police against the protesters, her spokesman Rupert Colville told reporters in Geneva. Meanwhile, pro-democracy protesters blocked passengers at departure gates in several sections of Hong Kong airport Tuesday, a day after a sit-in forced authorities to cancel all flights to and from the major international hub. In both terminals of the airport, protesters blocked paths to departure gates, though several dozen passengers were able to push through. "I support your cause... but I need to see my family," a man shouted as protesters dressed in black surrounded him, preventing him from reaching the gates. Some passengers said they had been told to check their bags in at Terminal 1 and then move to Terminal 2 to take-off, but when they arrived they found more protesters also blocking the way. The demonstrators moved luggage trolleys to prevent passengers using an elevator or escalator leading down to the departure gates on the bottom floor of Terminal 2. Then they formed a human chain, linking arm-in-arm to stop passengers from getting to the departures area. A crowd of angry passengers, among them families with children, tried to push through without success. "Come on you're being really selfish now," shouted one man.

UN rights chief calls for independent, impartial investigation into Hong Kong violence

US President Donald Trump's administration on Monday finalised rollbacks to key provisions of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-some-300-endangered-sea-turtles-killed-in-southern-mexico-162269">Endangered Species Act</a>, a law supported by a large majority of Americans and credited with saving the gray wolf, bald eagle and grizzly bear.

The changes include removing a rule that automatically conveys the same protections to threatened species and endangered species, and striking language that says economic considerations should play no part in making determinations on how wildlife is listed.

In a statement characterising the amendments as "improvements," Interior Secretary David Bernhardt said: "The best way to uphold the Endangered Species Act is to do everything we can to ensure it remains effective in achieving its ultimate goal -- recovery of our rarest species."

"An effectively administered Act ensures more resources can go where they will do the most good: on-the-ground conservation," added the former oil and gas lobbyist.

"The revisions finalised with this rulemaking fit squarely within the president's mandate of easing the regulatory burden on the American public, without sacrificing our species' protection and recovery goals," said Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross.&nbsp;

Conservation groups reacted in dismay, saying the rollbacks would pave the way for the gradual destruction of a listed species' habitat as long as each individual step was sufficiently modest.&nbsp;

"This effort to gut protections for endangered and threatened species has the same two features of most Trump administration actions: it's a gift to the industry, and it's illegal," said Drew Caputo of non-profit Earthjustice. "We'll see the Trump administration in court."

Species like the gray wolf saw their population decimated in the early 20th century, but staged a remarkable comeback thanks to the law -- which was signed by former Republican president Richard Nixon in 1973 -- and are now legally hunted in the Northern Rockies.

Similarly, there are today some 10,000 nesting pairs of bald eagles, the national symbol of the US, from a low of 417 in 1963.

A 2018 paper published in the journal Conservation Letters found that about four in five Americans support the act, while one in 10 oppose it and support for the law has remained stable over the past two decades.

Since taking office, the Trump administration has targeted more than 80 environmental and health regulations in the name of easing regulatory burdens on business.&nbsp;

Environmentalists have fought back with lawsuits, and some rollbacks have later been reinstated. 
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US President Donald Trump's administration on Monday finalised rollbacks to key provisions of the Endangered Species Act, a law supported by a large majority of Americans and credited with saving the gray wolf, bald eagle and grizzly bear.

US President Donald Trump's administration on Monday finalised rollbacks to key provisions of the Endangered Species Act, a law supported by a large majority of Americans and credited with saving the gray wolf, bald eagle and grizzly bear. The changes include removing a rule that automatically conveys the same protections to threatened species and endangered species, and striking language that says economic considerations should play no part in making determinations on how wildlife is listed. In a statement characterising the amendments as "improvements," Interior Secretary David Bernhardt said: "The best way to uphold the Endangered Species Act is to do everything we can to ensure it remains effective in achieving its ultimate goal -- recovery of our rarest species." "An effectively administered Act ensures more resources can go where they will do the most good: on-the-ground conservation," added the former oil and gas lobbyist. "The revisions finalised with this rulemaking fit squarely within the president's mandate of easing the regulatory burden on the American public, without sacrificing our species' protection and recovery goals," said Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross. Conservation groups reacted in dismay, saying the rollbacks would pave the way for the gradual destruction of a listed species' habitat as long as each individual step was sufficiently modest. "This effort to gut protections for endangered and threatened species has the same two features of most Trump administration actions: it's a gift to the industry, and it's illegal," said Drew Caputo of non-profit Earthjustice. "We'll see the Trump administration in court." Species like the gray wolf saw their population decimated in the early 20th century, but staged a remarkable comeback thanks to the law -- which was signed by former Republican president Richard Nixon in 1973 -- and are now legally hunted in the Northern Rockies. Similarly, there are today some 10,000 nesting pairs of bald eagles, the national symbol of the US, from a low of 417 in 1963. A 2018 paper published in the journal Conservation Letters found that about four in five Americans support the act, while one in 10 oppose it and support for the law has remained stable over the past two decades. Since taking office, the Trump administration has targeted more than 80 environmental and health regulations in the name of easing regulatory burdens on business. Environmentalists have fought back with lawsuits, and some rollbacks have later been reinstated.

Trump administration removes key provisions in Endangered Species Act

US Attorney General Bill Barr said Monday there were "serious irregularities" at the jail where<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-victims-express-outrage-over-sex-trafficker-jeffrey-epsteins-death-us-lawmakers-push-for-investigation-for-any-foul-play-242305"> Jeffrey Epstein</a> died of an apparent suicide, and pledged to pursue any co-conspirators in the sex trafficking case.

"I was appalled and indeed the whole department was, and frankly angry, to learn of the Metropolitan Correctional Center's failure to adequately secure this prison," Barr told reporters.

"We are now learning of serious irregularities at this facility that are deeply concerning and demand a thorough investigation.

"The FBI and office of the inspector general are doing just that. We will get to the bottom of what happened and there will be accountability," he added.

Barr's comments came after media reports said<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/jeffrey-epstein-how-the-man-with-famous-friends-fell-apart-242546"> Epstein had been taken</a> off suicide watch following an apparent suicide attempt last month.

US newspapers also reported that prison guards were working overtime due to major staff shortages at the facility and that Epstein had been left without a cellmate, which was against protocol.

Epstein, a convicted pedophile who hobnobbed with countless politicians and celebrities over the years, was found dead in his cell Saturday while awaiting trial on federal charges he trafficked underage girls for sex.

The discovery came a day after a court released documents in which one of Epstein's alleged victims claimed she was forced to have sex with well-known American political and business personalities. They have all denied the allegations.

Even though Epstein's criminal prosecution is over, Barr said prosecutors would pursue cases against anyone else involved in his alleged crimes. &nbsp;

"Let me assure you this case will continue on against anyone who was complicit with Epstein. Any co-conspirators should not rest easy. The victims deserve justice and they will get it," he said.

Epstein, 66, had been charged with one count of sex trafficking of minors and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors.&nbsp;

Prosecutors said Epstein sexually exploited dozens of underage teens, some as young as 14, at his homes in Manhattan and Palm Beach, Florida, between 2002 and 2005.

The young women were paid hundreds of dollars in cash to massage him, perform sexual acts and to recruit other girls, prosecutors alleged.

Epstein, who faced up to 45 years in prison if convicted, denied the charges.&nbsp;

Epstein -- whose friends included Donald Trump, former president Bill Clinton and Britain's Prince Andrew -- had been convicted in 2008 in a Florida state court of paying young girls for sexual massages at his Palm Beach mansion.

Those men have all denied knowing anything about Epstein's alleged crimes. 
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US Attorney General Bill Barr said Monday there were "serious irregularities" at the jail where Jeffrey Epstein died of an apparent suicide, and pledged to pursue any co-conspirators in the sex trafficking case.

US Attorney General Bill Barr said Monday there were "serious irregularities" at the jail where Jeffrey Epstein died of an apparent suicide, and pledged to pursue any co-conspirators in the sex trafficking case. "I was appalled and indeed the whole department was, and frankly angry, to learn of the Metropolitan Correctional Center's failure to adequately secure this prison," Barr told reporters. "We are now learning of serious irregularities at this facility that are deeply concerning and demand a thorough investigation. "The FBI and office of the inspector general are doing just that. We will get to the bottom of what happened and there will be accountability," he added. Barr's comments came after media reports said Epstein had been taken off suicide watch following an apparent suicide attempt last month. US newspapers also reported that prison guards were working overtime due to major staff shortages at the facility and that Epstein had been left without a cellmate, which was against protocol. Epstein, a convicted pedophile who hobnobbed with countless politicians and celebrities over the years, was found dead in his cell Saturday while awaiting trial on federal charges he trafficked underage girls for sex. The discovery came a day after a court released documents in which one of Epstein's alleged victims claimed she was forced to have sex with well-known American political and business personalities. They have all denied the allegations. Even though Epstein's criminal prosecution is over, Barr said prosecutors would pursue cases against anyone else involved in his alleged crimes. "Let me assure you this case will continue on against anyone who was complicit with Epstein. Any co-conspirators should not rest easy. The victims deserve justice and they will get it," he said. Epstein, 66, had been charged with one count of sex trafficking of minors and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors. Prosecutors said Epstein sexually exploited dozens of underage teens, some as young as 14, at his homes in Manhattan and Palm Beach, Florida, between 2002 and 2005. The young women were paid hundreds of dollars in cash to massage him, perform sexual acts and to recruit other girls, prosecutors alleged. Epstein, who faced up to 45 years in prison if convicted, denied the charges. Epstein -- whose friends included Donald Trump, former president Bill Clinton and Britain's Prince Andrew -- had been convicted in 2008 in a Florida state court of paying young girls for sexual massages at his Palm Beach mansion. Those men have all denied knowing anything about Epstein's alleged crimes.

Serious irregularities at prison where Epstein died: US attorney general

The man&nbsp;suspected of&nbsp;shooting&nbsp;at people inside a Norwegian&nbsp;mosque&nbsp;on Saturday, and of killing his stepsister, appeared in&nbsp;court&nbsp;on Monday with black eyes and wounds&nbsp;on his face and neck.

Police are initially seeking to hold Philip Manshaus in custody for four weeks on suspicion of murder and breach of anti-terrorism law.

Manshaus, who briefly smiled at photographers, does not admit to any crime, his lawyer said earlier.

The man suspected of shooting at people inside a Norwegian mosque on Saturday, and of killing his stepsister, appeared in court on Monday with black eyes and wounds on his face and neck.

The man suspected of shooting at people inside a Norwegian mosque on Saturday, and of killing his stepsister, appeared in court on Monday with black eyes and wounds on his face and neck. Police are initially seeking to hold Philip Manshaus in custody for four weeks on suspicion of murder and breach of anti-terrorism law. Manshaus, who briefly smiled at photographers, does not admit to any crime, his lawyer said earlier.

Suspect in Norway mosque shooting appears in court

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