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Bajwa's message to Pakistani officials in Washington. The remarks have a triggered a memefest on Pakistan Twitter. Netizens are wondering 'Who is Bajwa kidding?'. Molly Gambhir tells you more. 

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk's proposed $44 billion takeover of Twitter seems to be back on track as he is willing to complete the deal for the original offer price of $54.20 a share, according to a Bloomberg report. The report stated that Musk made the proposal in a letter to Twitter and in response to the news, Twitter stocks were halted for volatility in the market for jumping 6.7 per cent.  While not much is known about the deal, Twitter is considering the proposal but will not act on it instantly according to a Washington Post report.

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Ratings agency Fitch said on Thursday that they have decided to lower the outlook for the British government’s credit rating from “stable” to “negative”. This announcement came just days after rival company Standard &amp; Poor's took a similar decision following the latest economic measures.

"The large and unfunded fiscal package announced as part of the new government's growth plan could lead to a significant increase in fiscal deficits over the medium term," Fitch said.

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According to Fitch, the British economy faces a major concern as the measures promised by the British government do not match the ones being implemented by the Bank of England. While the BoE is looking to raise interest rates, Downing Street has promised a number of tax cuts.

In the past week, finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng announced tax cuts for the top earners in the United Kingdom but after severe criticism from various corners, it was not implemented. In the meantime, the sterling fell massively and at one point, the pound reaches its lowest against the US dollar.

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"Although the government reversed the elimination of the 45p top rate tax ... the government's weakened political capital could further undermine the credibility of and support for the government's fiscal strategy," Fitch said in their latest report according to Reuters.

Tax cuts were a major feature of newly elected Prime Minister Liz Truss’s campaign and Kwarteng has said that although it was not implemented right now, tax cuts are a possibility in the future.

Fitch forecasted that the government deficit can reach “7.8% of gross domestic product (GDP) this year and 8.8% in 2023” while the government debt can skyrocket to 109 per cent of the GDP.

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Ratings agency Fitch said on Thursday that they have decided to lower the outlook for the British government’s credit rating from “stable” to “negative”. This announcement came just days after rival company Standard & Poor's took a similar decision following the latest economic measures.

Ratings agency Fitch said on Thursday that they have decided to lower the outlook for the British government’s credit rating from “stable” to “negative”. This announcement came just days after rival company Standard & Poor's took a similar decision following the latest economic measures. "The large and unfunded fiscal package announced as part of the new government's growth plan could lead to a significant increase in fiscal deficits over the medium term," Fitch said. Also read | North Korea fires two ballistic missiles toward sea in direction of Japan According to Fitch, the British economy faces a major concern as the measures promised by the British government do not match the ones being implemented by the Bank of England. While the BoE is looking to raise interest rates, Downing Street has promised a number of tax cuts. In the past week, finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng announced tax cuts for the top earners in the United Kingdom but after severe criticism from various corners, it was not implemented. In the meantime, the sterling fell massively and at one point, the pound reaches its lowest against the US dollar. Also read | FBI search has given Mar-a-Lago ‘about $5bn worth of free publicity’ - Trump "Although the government reversed the elimination of the 45p top rate tax ... the government's weakened political capital could further undermine the credibility of and support for the government's fiscal strategy," Fitch said in their latest report according to Reuters. Tax cuts were a major feature of newly elected Prime Minister Liz Truss’s campaign and Kwarteng has said that although it was not implemented right now, tax cuts are a possibility in the future. Fitch forecasted that the government deficit can reach “7.8% of gross domestic product (GDP) this year and 8.8% in 2023” while the government debt can skyrocket to 109 per cent of the GDP.

Fitch cuts outlook for UK credit rating to 'negative' from 'stable'

Captain Ibrahim Traore was appointed as president of Burkina Faso on Wednesday, according to an official statement, after the West African country's second coup in less than nine months.

The impoverished Sahel nation plunged into renewed turmoil at the weekend when Lieutenant-Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba -- who had seized power in January -- was toppled by newly emerged rival Traore, leading a faction of disgruntled junior officers.

It was the latest putsch in the Sahel region much of which, like Burkina Faso, is battling a growing Islamist insurgency.

Traore has been appointed as "Head of State, Supreme Head of the Armed Forces", according to the official statement read out on national television by spokesman for the ruling junta Captain Kiswendsida Farouk Azaria Sorgho.

The statement said that Traore would now be the "guarantor of national independence, territorial integrity... and continuity of the State."

Damiba fled to Togo following the two-day standoff, which was defused by religious and community leaders.

Burkina is struggling with a seven-year-old jihadist campaign that has claimed thousands of lives, forced nearly two million people to flee their homes and left more than a third of the country outside government control.

Swelling anger within the armed forces prompted Damiba's coup against the elected president in January.

Appointing himself transitional head of state, Damiba had vowed to make security the country's top priority -- but after a brief lull the attacks revived, claiming hundreds of lives.

Delegates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) wrapped up a fact-finding mission Tuesday and held meetings with religious and traditional leaders and Traore.

Traore said the ECOWAS visit was to "make contact with the new transition authorities" as part of the support that Burkina Faso derived from the region.

Speculation has risen that Traore may follow other fragile regimes in French-speaking Africa and forge close ties with Moscow.

Speculation has risen that Burkina's new leader may follow other fragile regimes in French-speaking Africa and forge close ties with Moscow at the expense of France, the region's former colonial power and traditional ally.

The dramatic takeover coincided with violent anti-French protests and the sudden emergence of Russian flags among demonstrators.

On the streets, demonstrators' slogans included "France get out", "No to ECOWAS interference", and "Long live Russia-Burkina cooperation".

The United States has warned the junta of the risks of allying with Russia, saying they condemned "any attempt to exacerbate the current situation in Burkina Faso".

"We strongly encourage the new transitional government to adhere to the agreed-upon timeline for a return to a democratically elected, civilian-led government," a State Department spokesman said earlier this week.

Traore has previously said he would stand by a pledge that Damiba gave ECOWAS for restoring civilian rule by July 2024.

Captain Ibrahim Traore was appointed as president of Burkina Faso on Wednesday, according to an official statement, after the West African country's second coup in less than nine months.

Captain Ibrahim Traore was appointed as president of Burkina Faso on Wednesday, according to an official statement, after the West African country's second coup in less than nine months. The impoverished Sahel nation plunged into renewed turmoil at the weekend when Lieutenant-Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba -- who had seized power in January -- was toppled by newly emerged rival Traore, leading a faction of disgruntled junior officers. It was the latest putsch in the Sahel region much of which, like Burkina Faso, is battling a growing Islamist insurgency. Traore has been appointed as "Head of State, Supreme Head of the Armed Forces", according to the official statement read out on national television by spokesman for the ruling junta Captain Kiswendsida Farouk Azaria Sorgho. The statement said that Traore would now be the "guarantor of national independence, territorial integrity... and continuity of the State." Damiba fled to Togo following the two-day standoff, which was defused by religious and community leaders. Burkina is struggling with a seven-year-old jihadist campaign that has claimed thousands of lives, forced nearly two million people to flee their homes and left more than a third of the country outside government control. Swelling anger within the armed forces prompted Damiba's coup against the elected president in January. Appointing himself transitional head of state, Damiba had vowed to make security the country's top priority -- but after a brief lull the attacks revived, claiming hundreds of lives. Delegates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) wrapped up a fact-finding mission Tuesday and held meetings with religious and traditional leaders and Traore. Traore said the ECOWAS visit was to "make contact with the new transition authorities" as part of the support that Burkina Faso derived from the region. Speculation has risen that Traore may follow other fragile regimes in French-speaking Africa and forge close ties with Moscow. Speculation has risen that Burkina's new leader may follow other fragile regimes in French-speaking Africa and forge close ties with Moscow at the expense of France, the region's former colonial power and traditional ally. The dramatic takeover coincided with violent anti-French protests and the sudden emergence of Russian flags among demonstrators. On the streets, demonstrators' slogans included "France get out", "No to ECOWAS interference", and "Long live Russia-Burkina cooperation". The United States has warned the junta of the risks of allying with Russia, saying they condemned "any attempt to exacerbate the current situation in Burkina Faso". "We strongly encourage the new transitional government to adhere to the agreed-upon timeline for a return to a democratically elected, civilian-led government," a State Department spokesman said earlier this week. Traore has previously said he would stand by a pledge that Damiba gave ECOWAS for restoring civilian rule by July 2024.

Ibrahim Traore officially named Burkina Faso President after military coup

Former United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the raid conducted by the FBI has generated “about $5 billion worth of free publicity” for his Mar-a-Lago residence.

The authorities found around 100 classified documents dating back to Trump’s tenure as president at the Florida residence. The raid was conducted after witnesses confirmed that the residence contained proof of “obstruction of justice”, the Department of Justice said in an affidavit.

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However, Trump dismissed all allegations brought against him and said that the FBI and other authorities are trying to attack him politically ahead of the US mid-term elections.

“Has anyone heard about the document hoax? Helicopters flying over Mar-a-Lago,” Trump said at a Hispanic Leadership Conference in Miami arranged by the America First Policy Institute.

“Well, they’ve given us about $5 billion worth of free publicity, I will say. People said, ‘That’s a nice house.’ If it weren’t so nice, they probably wouldn’t be doing it, because it gets ratings.”

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Trump had earlier accused the FBI of planting evidence against him at the Mar-a-Lago residence but his legal team denied to add it officially to their argument.

“Everyone knows we’ve done nothing wrong. They are targeting me because they want to silence me, silence you and silence our amazing MAGA movement. There’s never been a movement like this in the history of our country,” Trump said at the event.

The classified documents are currently being investigated by the court-appointed special master and following his approval, the DoJ will begin their thorough investigation into the materials.

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Former United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the raid conducted by the FBI has generated “about $5 billion worth of free publicity” for his Mar-a-Lago residence.

Former United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the raid conducted by the FBI has generated “about $5 billion worth of free publicity” for his Mar-a-Lago residence. The authorities found around 100 classified documents dating back to Trump’s tenure as president at the Florida residence. The raid was conducted after witnesses confirmed that the residence contained proof of “obstruction of justice”, the Department of Justice said in an affidavit. Also read | United States accuses China, Russia of protecting North Korea at UN However, Trump dismissed all allegations brought against him and said that the FBI and other authorities are trying to attack him politically ahead of the US mid-term elections. “Has anyone heard about the document hoax? Helicopters flying over Mar-a-Lago,” Trump said at a Hispanic Leadership Conference in Miami arranged by the America First Policy Institute. “Well, they’ve given us about $5 billion worth of free publicity, I will say. People said, ‘That’s a nice house.’ If it weren’t so nice, they probably wouldn’t be doing it, because it gets ratings.” Also read | Joe Biden surveys Hurricane Ian damage in Florida, pledges federal aid Trump had earlier accused the FBI of planting evidence against him at the Mar-a-Lago residence but his legal team denied to add it officially to their argument. “Everyone knows we’ve done nothing wrong. They are targeting me because they want to silence me, silence you and silence our amazing MAGA movement. There’s never been a movement like this in the history of our country,” Trump said at the event. The classified documents are currently being investigated by the court-appointed special master and following his approval, the DoJ will begin their thorough investigation into the materials.

FBI search has given Mar-a-Lago ‘about $5bn worth of free publicity’, says Donald Trump

The United States said on Wednesday that Russia and China are currently enabling the leader of North Korea – Kim Jong Un – by stopping the United Nations Security Council from imposing sanctions on Pyongyang for the multiple nuclear weapon and ballistic missile tests.

"The DPRK (North Korea) has enjoyed blanket protection from two members of this council," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, said according to Reuters.

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"In short, two permanent members of the Security Council have enabled Kim Jong Un."

In the last week, North Korea has tested multiple intermediate-range ballistic missiles following the military drills conducted by South Korea and the US. A missile was launched over Japan as well just few days after US Vice President Kamala Harris visited Seoul on a diplomatic tour.

The security council met on Wednesday to discuss the missile tests and although China and Russia wanted to keep the discussions private, the United States, Britain, France, Albania, Brazil, India, Ireland, Norway and United Arab Emirates all condemned North Korea in an official statement.

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China said that they need to continue proper discussions in order to control the situation.

"Discussions and deliberations should contribute to a detente, rather than fuelling escalation. They should promote the resumption of dialogue instead of widening differences and forge unity instead of creating divisions," China's deputy U.N. ambassador, Geng Shuang, said.

Russia's deputy U.N. ambassador, Anna Evstigneeva, also said that the sanctions are not the way to go with North Korea and they will need to come up with a more effective solution.

"We are convinced that the U.N. and Security Council mechanisms need to be used to support the inter-Korean dialogue and multilateral negotiations rather than becoming an impediment to them."

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The United States said on Wednesday that Russia and China are currently enabling the leader of North Korea – Kim Jong Un – by stopping the United Nations Security Council from imposing sanctions on Pyongyang for the multiple nuclear weapon and ballistic missile tests.

The United States said on Wednesday that Russia and China are currently enabling the leader of North Korea – Kim Jong Un – by stopping the United Nations Security Council from imposing sanctions on Pyongyang for the multiple nuclear weapon and ballistic missile tests. "The DPRK (North Korea) has enjoyed blanket protection from two members of this council," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, said according to Reuters. Also read | OPEC+ 'aligning with Russia' by slashing oil production heavily: White House "In short, two permanent members of the Security Council have enabled Kim Jong Un." In the last week, North Korea has tested multiple intermediate-range ballistic missiles following the military drills conducted by South Korea and the US. A missile was launched over Japan as well just few days after US Vice President Kamala Harris visited Seoul on a diplomatic tour. The security council met on Wednesday to discuss the missile tests and although China and Russia wanted to keep the discussions private, the United States, Britain, France, Albania, Brazil, India, Ireland, Norway and United Arab Emirates all condemned North Korea in an official statement. Also read | WHO alleges 'made in India' cough syrup linked to death of 66 kids in Gambia, probe underway China said that they need to continue proper discussions in order to control the situation. "Discussions and deliberations should contribute to a detente, rather than fuelling escalation. They should promote the resumption of dialogue instead of widening differences and forge unity instead of creating divisions," China's deputy U.N. ambassador, Geng Shuang, said. Russia's deputy U.N. ambassador, Anna Evstigneeva, also said that the sanctions are not the way to go with North Korea and they will need to come up with a more effective solution. "We are convinced that the U.N. and Security Council mechanisms need to be used to support the inter-Korean dialogue and multilateral negotiations rather than becoming an impediment to them."

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United States President Joe Biden travelled to Florida on Wednesday to take account of the situation in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. According to CNN, Biden has pledged to assist the state with funds and aid to recover from the devastation and will also meet with Governor Ron DeSantis.

The storm, which was considered to be the deadliest in the recent American history, claimed more than 100 lives and ended up displacing around 400,000 people from their homes and businesses.

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During the hurricane, more than 2.8 million people were left without electricity and right now, the state is trying to repair the grids once again. Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell also said that it will take billions of dollars to complete the required repairs.

"We are still very much in the lifesaving and stabilization mode. They are just beginning the assessments of what the actual extent of damages to the infrastructure. It's going to be in the billions," Criswell told reporters on Air Force One according to Reuters.

The White House said that Biden surveyed the affected areas – including Fort Myers and other neighbouring areas – from a helicopter and spoke to all the important state officials.

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The devastation and the subsequent repairs to the infrastructure of the state has become a major talking point all around the country and it is expected to feature heavily in the run up to the mid-term elections.

"Today we have one job and only one job, and that's to make sure the people in Florida get everything they need to fully, thoroughly recover," Biden said.

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United States President Joe Biden travelled to Florida on Wednesday to take account of the situation in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. According to CNN, Biden has pledged to assist the state with funds and aid to recover from the devastation and will also meet with Governor Ron DeSantis.

United States President Joe Biden travelled to Florida on Wednesday to take account of the situation in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. According to CNN, Biden has pledged to assist the state with funds and aid to recover from the devastation and will also meet with Governor Ron DeSantis. The storm, which was considered to be the deadliest in the recent American history, claimed more than 100 lives and ended up displacing around 400,000 people from their homes and businesses. Also read | Poland approached US with offer to host its nuclear weapons: Reports During the hurricane, more than 2.8 million people were left without electricity and right now, the state is trying to repair the grids once again. Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell also said that it will take billions of dollars to complete the required repairs. "We are still very much in the lifesaving and stabilization mode. They are just beginning the assessments of what the actual extent of damages to the infrastructure. It's going to be in the billions," Criswell told reporters on Air Force One according to Reuters. The White House said that Biden surveyed the affected areas – including Fort Myers and other neighbouring areas – from a helicopter and spoke to all the important state officials. Also read | Scientist trio awarded Nobel Prize for pioneering work on 'click chemistry' The devastation and the subsequent repairs to the infrastructure of the state has become a major talking point all around the country and it is expected to feature heavily in the run up to the mid-term elections. "Today we have one job and only one job, and that's to make sure the people in Florida get everything they need to fully, thoroughly recover," Biden said.

Joe Biden surveys Hurricane Ian damage in Florida, pledges federal aid

The United Nations General Assembly will be holding an urgent meeting next Monday regarding Russia’s annexation of four regions of Ukraine following referendums which were considered to be “shams” by western countries. A UN spokesperson announced on Monday that the member nations will be discussing a resolution regarding the annexation and their possible responses.

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Sources told Reuters that the resolution is currently under preparation after Russia vetoed a condemnation of the move in the Security Council. According to General Assembly spokesperson Paulina Kubiak, the meeting was called at the request of Albania and Ukraine on October 10.

The referendums held in the four Ukrainian regions – Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia – caused a lot of controversy in Europe as it was completely dismissed by the United States and other European countries. On the other hand, Russia claimed victory thanks to “huge number of votes”.

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The annexation plan has already been ratified by the lower house of parliament in Russia – the State Duma – and the official announcement was also made by President Vladimir Putin. While Russia was able to veto any action against it in the security council, no such power will exist in the UNGA.

With the Ukraine-Russia crisis not showing any signs of slowing down, several countries have already expressed their concern regarding the referendums. Another major point put forward by a number of UN members has been the lack of control Russia exercises on the four annexed regions.

If it is passed, this will become the fourth resolution against the Russian invasion since April.

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The United Nations General Assembly will be holding an urgent meeting next Monday regarding Russia’s annexation of four regions of Ukraine following referendums which were considered to be “shams” by western countries.

The United Nations General Assembly will be holding an urgent meeting next Monday regarding Russia’s annexation of four regions of Ukraine following referendums which were considered to be “shams” by western countries. A UN spokesperson announced on Monday that the member nations will be discussing a resolution regarding the annexation and their possible responses. Also read | LIVE: Musk 'offers to buy Twitter for original offer price of $54.20 a share' Sources told Reuters that the resolution is currently under preparation after Russia vetoed a condemnation of the move in the Security Council. According to General Assembly spokesperson Paulina Kubiak, the meeting was called at the request of Albania and Ukraine on October 10. The referendums held in the four Ukrainian regions – Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia – caused a lot of controversy in Europe as it was completely dismissed by the United States and other European countries. On the other hand, Russia claimed victory thanks to “huge number of votes”. Also read | Footage shows Russia's nuclear 'armageddon' convoy on the move: Report The annexation plan has already been ratified by the lower house of parliament in Russia – the State Duma – and the official announcement was also made by President Vladimir Putin. While Russia was able to veto any action against it in the security council, no such power will exist in the UNGA. With the Ukraine-Russia crisis not showing any signs of slowing down, several countries have already expressed their concern regarding the referendums. Another major point put forward by a number of UN members has been the lack of control Russia exercises on the four annexed regions. If it is passed, this will become the fourth resolution against the Russian invasion since April.

UN General Assembly to hold emergency meeting on Russian 'annexation' in Ukraine

The South Korean and the United States military fired four missiles into the sea in response to North Korea’s intermediate-range ballistic missile tests on Tuesday. “South Korean and American troops staged a missile drill of their own in response”, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

Both nations fired a pair of US-made ATACMS short-range ballistic missiles, he added. South Korea also fired a Hyunmoo-2 missile but the test failed right after the launch. This was the second test drill by both the countries in 24 hours after a joint exercise on the eastern coast of the Korean peninsula.

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John Kirby, the National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, told CNN that the tests carried out by the US and the South Korean military on Wednesday was aimed at showing “the military capabilities at the ready to respond to provocations by the North.”

“This is not the first time we’ve done this in response to provocations by the North to make sure that we can demonstrate our own capabilities,” Kirby said.

“We want to see the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, (North Korean leader Kim Jong Un) hasn’t shown an inclination to move in that direction, quite frankly he’s moving in the opposite direction by continuing to conduct these missile tests which are violations of security council resolutions,” he added.

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Earlier, North Korea decided to test a number of missiles without any prior warning.

It was Pyongyang's longest-range test yet as they flew over Japan prompting criticism and evacuation orders from Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Kishida condemned North Korea's test in the "strongest terms” while the Union Nations and the European Union also followed suit.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The South Korean and the United States military fired four missiles into the sea in response to North Korea’s intermediate-range ballistic missile tests on Tuesday.

The South Korean and the United States military fired four missiles into the sea in response to North Korea’s intermediate-range ballistic missile tests on Tuesday. “South Korean and American troops staged a missile drill of their own in response”, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. Both nations fired a pair of US-made ATACMS short-range ballistic missiles, he added. South Korea also fired a Hyunmoo-2 missile but the test failed right after the launch. This was the second test drill by both the countries in 24 hours after a joint exercise on the eastern coast of the Korean peninsula. Also read | Twitter confirms Elon Musk buyout offer, says will close at original price John Kirby, the National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, told CNN that the tests carried out by the US and the South Korean military on Wednesday was aimed at showing “the military capabilities at the ready to respond to provocations by the North.” “This is not the first time we’ve done this in response to provocations by the North to make sure that we can demonstrate our own capabilities,” Kirby said. “We want to see the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, (North Korean leader Kim Jong Un) hasn’t shown an inclination to move in that direction, quite frankly he’s moving in the opposite direction by continuing to conduct these missile tests which are violations of security council resolutions,” he added. Also read | Ukraine continues to liberate territories in east and south, says Zelensky Earlier, North Korea decided to test a number of missiles without any prior warning. It was Pyongyang's longest-range test yet as they flew over Japan prompting criticism and evacuation orders from Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Kishida condemned North Korea's test in the "strongest terms” while the Union Nations and the European Union also followed suit. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korea, US troops launch missiles in response to North Korea tests

US&nbsp;President Joe Biden and top White House officials announced new guidelines and grants to protect&nbsp;abortion&nbsp;and contraception rights on Tuesday. Biden met with doctors and politicians to discuss guidelines which will make abortion and contraception more accessible to the common people. According to Reuters, the government will be spending $6 million in new grants to protect access to reproductive healthcare services.

 
He further said that the overturning of Roe v Wade by the Supreme Court has “curtailed the women’s rights” in the country. It has been 100 days since the judgement and Biden said that it is extremely important to protect abortion and contraception rights in the US.

At a meeting of the reproductive rights task force, Biden also said that the decision to make abortion harder to access for women in the US “has had frightening ripple effects in some states”.

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"We're not going to sit by and let Republicans throughout the country enact extreme policies."

Following the overturning of Roe v Wade, several states passed laws which make abortion extremely hard to access for patients or makes the act almost illegal. There are also some states who are looking to add stricter laws in the future to treat abortion as a “crime similar to murder”.

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“The Supreme Court decision created a health care crisis in America. What we are seeing in laws around our country is the criminalization of doctors and health care providers," US Vice President Kamala Harris told the reporters at the sidelines of the meeting with President Biden.

The issue has already become a major talking point ahead of the US mid-term elections and according to a poll, around 71 per cent of Americans did not agree with the judgement.

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US President Joe Biden and top White House officials announced new guidelines and grants to protect abortion and contraception rights on Tuesday. Biden met with doctors and politicians to discuss guidelines which will make abortion and contraception more accessible to the common people.

US President Joe Biden and top White House officials announced new guidelines and grants to protect abortion and contraception rights on Tuesday. Biden met with doctors and politicians to discuss guidelines which will make abortion and contraception more accessible to the common people. According to Reuters, the government will be spending $6 million in new grants to protect access to reproductive healthcare services. He further said that the overturning of Roe v Wade by the Supreme Court has “curtailed the women’s rights” in the country. It has been 100 days since the judgement and Biden said that it is extremely important to protect abortion and contraception rights in the US. At a meeting of the reproductive rights task force, Biden also said that the decision to make abortion harder to access for women in the US “has had frightening ripple effects in some states”. Also read | Twitter confirms Elon Musk buyout offer, says will close at original price "We're not going to sit by and let Republicans throughout the country enact extreme policies." Following the overturning of Roe v Wade, several states passed laws which make abortion extremely hard to access for patients or makes the act almost illegal. There are also some states who are looking to add stricter laws in the future to treat abortion as a “crime similar to murder”. Also read | South Korea, US troops launch missiles in response to North Korea tests “The Supreme Court decision created a health care crisis in America. What we are seeing in laws around our country is the criminalization of doctors and health care providers," US Vice President Kamala Harris told the reporters at the sidelines of the meeting with President Biden. The issue has already become a major talking point ahead of the US mid-term elections and according to a poll, around 71 per cent of Americans did not agree with the judgement.

Biden announces new abortion guidelines, says new laws have had 'chilling impact' in some states

Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed takeover of Twitter seems to be back on track as the billionaire has filed to complete the $44 billion acquisition. In a court filing on Tuesday, Musk’s lawyers confirmed that they were ready to complete the deal which was considered to be over few days ago.

Bloomberg reported on Tuesday that Musk was ready to complete the takeover at the original price of $54.20 a share and the report was confirmed to be true thanks to the court filings.

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The announcement also came days before the trial regarding the non-completion of the deal was about to begin on October 17 with most predicting a loss for Musk and his lawyers.

“We write to notify you that the Musk Parties intend to proceed to closing of the transaction,” read the filings by Musk’s lawyers with the Delaware Chancery court which was overseeing the trial.

Twitter confirmed that they have received Musk’s latest offer and said - “The intention of the company is to close the transaction that was agreed upon during the original deal”.

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Following the announcement, Twitter stocks skyrocketed by 6.7 per cent before trading was halted. Once it resumed, it went up by almost 12 per cent and trading had to be halted yet again.

Earlier, Musk decided to not go forward with the takeover citing the reason that Twitter had more than 20 per cent fake users. The social media company denied all allegations brought forward by Musk and put the number of fake users on the platform to somewhere around five per cent.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed takeover of Twitter seems to be back on track as the billionaire has filed to complete the $44 billion acquisition. In a court filing on Tuesday, Musk’s lawyers confirmed that they were ready to complete the deal which was considered to be over few days ago.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed takeover of Twitter seems to be back on track as the billionaire has filed to complete the $44 billion acquisition. In a court filing on Tuesday, Musk’s lawyers confirmed that they were ready to complete the deal which was considered to be over few days ago. Bloomberg reported on Tuesday that Musk was ready to complete the takeover at the original price of $54.20 a share and the report was confirmed to be true thanks to the court filings. Also read | Ukraine continues to liberate territories in east and south, says Zelensky The announcement also came days before the trial regarding the non-completion of the deal was about to begin on October 17 with most predicting a loss for Musk and his lawyers. “We write to notify you that the Musk Parties intend to proceed to closing of the transaction,” read the filings by Musk’s lawyers with the Delaware Chancery court which was overseeing the trial. Twitter confirmed that they have received Musk’s latest offer and said - “The intention of the company is to close the transaction that was agreed upon during the original deal”. Also read | AS IT HAPPENED - Twitter confirms Musk buyout offer Following the announcement, Twitter stocks skyrocketed by 6.7 per cent before trading was halted. Once it resumed, it went up by almost 12 per cent and trading had to be halted yet again. Earlier, Musk decided to not go forward with the takeover citing the reason that Twitter had more than 20 per cent fake users. The social media company denied all allegations brought forward by Musk and put the number of fake users on the platform to somewhere around five per cent.

Twitter confirms Elon Musk buyout offer, says will close at original price

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