<p>The USS Zumwalt – one of the most advanced surface warships in the United States Navy – was sent to the western Pacific region and&nbsp;it reached Tokyo on Monday. With tensions flaring between China and Taiwan, this was seen as a show of power by the US who may deploy hypersonic missiles to the region.</p>

<p>According to CNN, the USS Zumwalt belongs to a class of multi-mission guided missile destroyers that the Navy believes will “create a new level of battlespace complexity for potential adversaries.”</p>

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<p>There are two other ships in the Zumwalt class - USS Michael Mansoor and USS Lyndon B. Johnson.</p>

<p>The warship made a port call in Guam and arrived in Japan on Monday as part of the Destroyer Squadron 15 – the largest destroyer squadron operated by the Navy out of Yokosuka Naval Base.</p>

<p>“The presence of a stealth warship will draw a great deal of (Chinese) interest, especially if the Zumwalt is outfitted with hypersonic weapons,” Carl Schuster, a former US Navy captain, told CNN.</p>

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<p>Currently, the USS Zumwalt is “the largest and most technologically advanced surface combatant in the world” and at 185 meters long, it is larger than any Arleigh Burke-class destroyers.</p>

<p>The Pentagon is also looking to upgrade the warship by adding the latest Common Hypersonic Glide Body (C-HCB) weapons system in the future. The weapons system fires missiles at hypersonic speed by the use of booster rocket motor, according to the latest memo published by the US Navy.</p>

<p>“The C-HGB is intended to be able to destroy targets by virtue of its velocity alone,” the report said.</p>

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The USS Zumwalt – one of the most advanced surface warships in the United States Navy – was sent to the western Pacific region and it reached Tokyo on Monday. With tensions flaring between China and Taiwan, this was seen as a show of power by the US who may deploy hypersonic missiles to the region.

The USS Zumwalt – one of the most advanced surface warships in the United States Navy – was sent to the western Pacific region and it reached Tokyo on Monday. With tensions flaring between China and Taiwan, this was seen as a show of power by the US who may deploy hypersonic missiles to the region. According to CNN, the USS Zumwalt belongs to a class of multi-mission guided missile destroyers that the Navy believes will “create a new level of battlespace complexity for potential adversaries.” Also read | NASA's DART spacecraft strikes asteroid in key planetary defence test There are two other ships in the Zumwalt class - USS Michael Mansoor and USS Lyndon B. Johnson. The warship made a port call in Guam and arrived in Japan on Monday as part of the Destroyer Squadron 15 – the largest destroyer squadron operated by the Navy out of Yokosuka Naval Base. “The presence of a stealth warship will draw a great deal of (Chinese) interest, especially if the Zumwalt is outfitted with hypersonic weapons,” Carl Schuster, a former US Navy captain, told CNN. Also read | US Vice President Harris will visit Korean DMZ on Thursday, US and South Korean officials confirm Currently, the USS Zumwalt is “the largest and most technologically advanced surface combatant in the world” and at 185 meters long, it is larger than any Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. The Pentagon is also looking to upgrade the warship by adding the latest Common Hypersonic Glide Body (C-HCB) weapons system in the future. The weapons system fires missiles at hypersonic speed by the use of booster rocket motor, according to the latest memo published by the US Navy. “The C-HGB is intended to be able to destroy targets by virtue of its velocity alone,” the report said.

US Navy sends one of its most advanced surface warships to western Pacific

<p>The Bank of England has said that it “will not hesitate” to increase interest rates in order to meet the two per cent inflation target. The announcement came after the pound fell to a record low against the US dollar and the BoE said that they are currently scanning the financial markets "very closely".</p>

<p>The pound fell sharply after British finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng announced major tax cuts in the mini budget. The currency lost almost five per cent to reach $1.0327 – the lowest since 1971.</p>

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<p>"The Bank is monitoring developments in financial markets very closely in light of the significant repricing of financial assets," Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said in the official statement.</p>

<p>"The MPC will not hesitate to change interest rates as necessary to return inflation to the 2% target sustainably in the medium term, in line with its remit," he added according to Reuters.</p>

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<p>The Bank of England raised the interest rates to 2.25 per cent from 1.75 per cent on Monday and experts believe that it can increase further in the coming days. Most banks around the world are following the same strategy with the US Federal Reserve increasing the rates to the highest in more than 14 years.</p>

<p>While there has been quite a bit of public uproar, Kwarteng maintained that the government is concentrating on long term gains rather than short term goals. He also announced that the medium-term budget will be published on November 23 by the Office for Budget Responsibility.</p>

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The Bank of England has said that it “will not hesitate” to increase interest rates in order to meet the two per cent inflation target. The announcement came after the pound fell to a record low against the US dollar and the BoE said that they are currently scanning the financial markets "very closely".

The Bank of England has said that it “will not hesitate” to increase interest rates in order to meet the two per cent inflation target. The announcement came after the pound fell to a record low against the US dollar and the BoE said that they are currently scanning the financial markets "very closely". The pound fell sharply after British finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng announced major tax cuts in the mini budget. The currency lost almost five per cent to reach $1.0327 – the lowest since 1971. Also read | NASA's DART spacecraft strikes asteroid in key planetary defence test "The Bank is monitoring developments in financial markets very closely in light of the significant repricing of financial assets," Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said in the official statement. "The MPC will not hesitate to change interest rates as necessary to return inflation to the 2% target sustainably in the medium term, in line with its remit," he added according to Reuters. Also read | Annexation polls in four regions of Ukraine, denounced as 'sham' by Kyiv's allies, close today The Bank of England raised the interest rates to 2.25 per cent from 1.75 per cent on Monday and experts believe that it can increase further in the coming days. Most banks around the world are following the same strategy with the US Federal Reserve increasing the rates to the highest in more than 14 years. While there has been quite a bit of public uproar, Kwarteng maintained that the government is concentrating on long term gains rather than short term goals. He also announced that the medium-term budget will be published on November 23 by the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Bank of England says it 'will not hesitate' to raise rates as pound struggles

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">Canada on Monday announced sanctions against Iranian officials over the Islamic republic's lethal crackdown on protests driven by the death of a young woman after her arrest by the morality police.</p>

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">“We will implement sanctions on dozens of individuals and entities, including Iran's so-called morality police,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told a news conference.</p>

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">“We join our voices, the voices of all Canadians, to the millions of people around the world demanding that the Iranian government listen to their people, end their repression of freedoms and rights and let women and all Iranians live their lives and express themselves peacefully,” he added.</p>

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<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">At the same time, Canada's foreign minister, Melanie Joly, offered her support to Iranian women at the UN General Assembly, saying in a speech their protests have been “met with arrests and bullets.”</p>

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">“We salute their courage and join them in sending a strong message that women's rights are human rights,” Joly said.</p>

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">More than 1,200 angry demonstrators have been arrested, along with reformist activists and journalists, since the death of Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini in custody 10 days ago, and at least 41 people have died, according to official figures.</p>

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<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">State television aired footage of “rioters” on the streets in north and west Tehran as well as “some provinces” and said they had set fire to public and private property.</p>

<p data-aa-component="paragraph" data-allow-readmode="">Amini, 22 years old, had been accused of breaching Iran's strict rules on hijab headscarves and modest clothing.</p>


Canada on Monday announced sanctions against Iranian officials over the Islamic republic's lethal crackdown on protests driven by the death of a young woman after her arrest by the morality police.

Canada on Monday announced sanctions against Iranian officials over the Islamic republic's lethal crackdown on protests driven by the death of a young woman after her arrest by the morality police. “We will implement sanctions on dozens of individuals and entities, including Iran's so-called morality police,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told a news conference. “We join our voices, the voices of all Canadians, to the millions of people around the world demanding that the Iranian government listen to their people, end their repression of freedoms and rights and let women and all Iranians live their lives and express themselves peacefully,” he added. Also read | Japan to bid farewell to ex-PM Shinzo Abe with controversial state funeral At the same time, Canada's foreign minister, Melanie Joly, offered her support to Iranian women at the UN General Assembly, saying in a speech their protests have been “met with arrests and bullets.” “We salute their courage and join them in sending a strong message that women's rights are human rights,” Joly said. More than 1,200 angry demonstrators have been arrested, along with reformist activists and journalists, since the death of Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini in custody 10 days ago, and at least 41 people have died, according to official figures. Also read | Annexation polls in four regions of Ukraine, denounced as 'sham' by Kyiv's allies, close today State television aired footage of “rioters” on the streets in north and west Tehran as well as “some provinces” and said they had set fire to public and private property. Amini, 22 years old, had been accused of breaching Iran's strict rules on hijab headscarves and modest clothing.

Canada sanctions Iran morality police as protests continue over death of Mahsa Amini

<p>World chess champion Magnus Carlsen once again blamed Hans Niemann of cheating and made it clear that he does not want to play against the American grandmaster ever again.</p>

<p>In a statement on social media, Carlsen said that Niemann had "cheated more - and more recently - than he has publicly admitted" and cited the example of their match at this year’s Sinquefield Cup.</p>

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<p>The 19-year-old Niemann caused a major upset by beating Carlsen and the world champion decided to withdraw from the competition following the defeat. Since then, Carlsen has accused the American of cheating during the game – an accusation backed by a number of other grandmasters.</p>

<p>Carlsen caused a bigger controversy when he faced Niemann once again at the Julius Baer Generation Cup as the Norwegian left the game after playing just one move.</p>

<p>"So far I have only been able to speak with my actions, and those actions have stated clearly that I am not willing to play chess with Niemann," Carlsen said in his statement on Twitter.</p>

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<p>"When Niemann was invited last minute to the 2022 Sinquefield Cup, I strongly considered withdrawing before the event. I ultimately chose to play," he added.</p>

<p>Niemann has previously admitted to cheating in non-competitive games, but he completely denied the accusation that he cheated against Carlsen. However, Carlsen said that his demeanor was “unusual” during their match in St Louis and he “was not even fully concentrating on the game”.</p>

<p>"His over-the-board progress has been unusual, and throughout our game, in the Sinquefield Cup I had the impression that he wasn't tense or even fully concentrating on the game in critical positions while outplaying me as black in a way I think only a handful of players can do," he explained.</p>


World chess champion Magnus Carlsen once again blamed Hans Niemann of cheating and made it clear that he does not want to play against the American grandmaster ever again.

World chess champion Magnus Carlsen once again blamed Hans Niemann of cheating and made it clear that he does not want to play against the American grandmaster ever again. In a statement on social media, Carlsen said that Niemann had "cheated more - and more recently - than he has publicly admitted" and cited the example of their match at this year’s Sinquefield Cup. Also read | Why football fans in Brazil are ditching the iconic yellow jersey ahead of FIFA World Cup The 19-year-old Niemann caused a major upset by beating Carlsen and the world champion decided to withdraw from the competition following the defeat. Since then, Carlsen has accused the American of cheating during the game – an accusation backed by a number of other grandmasters. Carlsen caused a bigger controversy when he faced Niemann once again at the Julius Baer Generation Cup as the Norwegian left the game after playing just one move. "So far I have only been able to speak with my actions, and those actions have stated clearly that I am not willing to play chess with Niemann," Carlsen said in his statement on Twitter. My statement regarding the last few weeks. pic.twitter.com/KY34DbcjLo — Magnus Carlsen (@MagnusCarlsen) September 26, 2022 × "When Niemann was invited last minute to the 2022 Sinquefield Cup, I strongly considered withdrawing before the event. I ultimately chose to play," he added. Niemann has previously admitted to cheating in non-competitive games, but he completely denied the accusation that he cheated against Carlsen. However, Carlsen said that his demeanor was “unusual” during their match in St Louis and he “was not even fully concentrating on the game”. "His over-the-board progress has been unusual, and throughout our game, in the Sinquefield Cup I had the impression that he wasn't tense or even fully concentrating on the game in critical positions while outplaying me as black in a way I think only a handful of players can do," he explained.

World chess champion Carlsen alleges Niemann has 'cheated more than he admits'

<p>German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has tested positive for the coronavirus and is displaying mild symptoms after returning from a tour of the Gulf, his spokesman said Monday.</p>

<p>The 64-year-old is isolating in his apartment in the chancellery, and will attend meetings online, spokesman Steffen Hebestreit said.</p>

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<p>At the weekend, he visited Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar on a hunt for new energy sources after Russia cut gas supplies amid tensions over the Ukraine war.</p>

<p>He signed a deal Sunday for the UAE to supply natural gas and diesel to Germany.</p>


German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has tested positive for the coronavirus and is displaying mild symptoms after returning from a tour of the Gulf, his spokesman said Monday.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has tested positive for the coronavirus and is displaying mild symptoms after returning from a tour of the Gulf, his spokesman said Monday. The 64-year-old is isolating in his apartment in the chancellery, and will attend meetings online, spokesman Steffen Hebestreit said. Also read | NASA's DART spacecraft strikes asteroid in key planetary defence test At the weekend, he visited Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar on a hunt for new energy sources after Russia cut gas supplies amid tensions over the Ukraine war. He signed a deal Sunday for the UAE to supply natural gas and diesel to Germany.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz tests positive for COVID-19 after Gulf tour

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<p>Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said on Tuesday that his country will provide “care and safety” to the individuals fleeing Russia to avoid military call-up. A number of people are trying to leave Russia after President Vladimir Putin announced partial military mobilisation.</p>

<p>"Recently we've had many people from Russia coming here," Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was quoted as saying by Russian news agencies. "Most of them are forced to leave because of the hopeless situation. We must take care of them and ensure their safety."</p>

<p>Earlier, the Kazakh government also made it clear that they will not recognise the referendums being held in the Russian occupied regions of Ukraine with the intention to complete the annexation.</p>

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<p>&nbsp;"As for the holding of referendums ... Kazakhstan proceeds from the principles of territorial integrity of states, their sovereign equivalence and peaceful coexistence," said ministry spokesman.</p>

<p>Kazakhstan has once again extended their support to Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.</p>

<p>"We reconfirm our readiness to provide all possible assistance to the establishment of political dialogue. At the same time, our country believes that maintaining stability at either regional or global level is the most important goal," Smadiyarov said according to Astana Times.</p>

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<p>Nearly four million people from the eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk, and the southern regions of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, are voting in referendums right now. The British Ministry of Defence said that there is a chance that Putin can soon officially recognise the annexation.</p>

<p>"Russia's leaders almost certainly hope that any accession announcement will be seen as a vindication of the special military operation and will consolidate patriotic support for the conflict," it said.</p>


Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said on Tuesday that his country will provide “care and safety” to the individuals fleeing Russia to avoid military call-up.

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said on Tuesday that his country will provide “care and safety” to the individuals fleeing Russia to avoid military call-up. A number of people are trying to leave Russia after President Vladimir Putin announced partial military mobilisation. "Recently we've had many people from Russia coming here," Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was quoted as saying by Russian news agencies. "Most of them are forced to leave because of the hopeless situation. We must take care of them and ensure their safety." Earlier, the Kazakh government also made it clear that they will not recognise the referendums being held in the Russian occupied regions of Ukraine with the intention to complete the annexation. Also read | LIVE | Narendra Modi, Kamala Harris pay respect to Shinzo Abe at state funeral "As for the holding of referendums ... Kazakhstan proceeds from the principles of territorial integrity of states, their sovereign equivalence and peaceful coexistence," said ministry spokesman. Kazakhstan has once again extended their support to Ukraine in the ongoing conflict. "We reconfirm our readiness to provide all possible assistance to the establishment of political dialogue. At the same time, our country believes that maintaining stability at either regional or global level is the most important goal," Smadiyarov said according to Astana Times. Also read | Bank of England says it 'will not hesitate' to raise rates as pound struggles Nearly four million people from the eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk, and the southern regions of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, are voting in referendums right now. The British Ministry of Defence said that there is a chance that Putin can soon officially recognise the annexation. "Russia's leaders almost certainly hope that any accession announcement will be seen as a vindication of the special military operation and will consolidate patriotic support for the conflict," it said.

Kazakhstan to ensure safety of Russians fleeing military draft, says president

<p>The British government could fine TikTok up to $29 million following an investigation conducted by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) which showed that the company failed to protect children’s privacy. The ICO has already issued a “notice of intent” as the report by the data watchdog claimed that TikTok may have “breached data protection law between May 2018 and July 2020”.</p>

<p>While the fine cannot exceed four per cent of TikTok’s annual turnover, it can still be the biggest fine in history of the ICO beating the $20 million fine imposed on British Airways in 2020 due to an incident that led to hackers gaining access to personal details of more than 400,000 customers.</p>

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<p>The social media platform has been facing a lot of criticisms around the world due to allegations of snooping and breaching data privacy laws. In the United Kingdom, the company was accused by the ICO of processing the data of children below the age of 13 without any “parental consent”.</p>

<p>“We all want children to be able to learn and experience the digital world, but with proper data privacy protections. Companies providing digital services have a legal duty to put those protections in place, but our provisional view is that TikTok fell short of meeting that requirement,” information commissioner John Edwards told The Guardian when asked about the accusations.</p>

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<p>TikTok did not agree with the ICO’s findings and said that they will answer “in due course”.</p>

<p>“This notice of intent, covering the period May 2018 – July 2020, is provisional and as the ICO itself has stated, no final conclusions can be drawn at this time,” said a spokesperson for the company.</p>

<p>“While we respect the ICO’s role in safeguarding privacy in the UK, we disagree with the preliminary views expressed and intend to formally respond to the ICO in due course,” the company said.</p>

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The British government could fine TikTok up to $29 million following an investigation conducted by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) which showed that the company failed to protect children’s privacy.

The British government could fine TikTok up to $29 million following an investigation conducted by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) which showed that the company failed to protect children’s privacy. The ICO has already issued a “notice of intent” as the report by the data watchdog claimed that TikTok may have “breached data protection law between May 2018 and July 2020”. While the fine cannot exceed four per cent of TikTok’s annual turnover, it can still be the biggest fine in history of the ICO beating the $20 million fine imposed on British Airways in 2020 due to an incident that led to hackers gaining access to personal details of more than 400,000 customers. Also read | NASA's DART spacecraft strikes asteroid in key planetary defence test The social media platform has been facing a lot of criticisms around the world due to allegations of snooping and breaching data privacy laws. In the United Kingdom, the company was accused by the ICO of processing the data of children below the age of 13 without any “parental consent”. “We all want children to be able to learn and experience the digital world, but with proper data privacy protections. Companies providing digital services have a legal duty to put those protections in place, but our provisional view is that TikTok fell short of meeting that requirement,” information commissioner John Edwards told The Guardian when asked about the accusations. Also read | Bank of England says it 'will not hesitate' to raise rates as pound struggles TikTok did not agree with the ICO’s findings and said that they will answer “in due course”. “This notice of intent, covering the period May 2018 – July 2020, is provisional and as the ICO itself has stated, no final conclusions can be drawn at this time,” said a spokesperson for the company. “While we respect the ICO’s role in safeguarding privacy in the UK, we disagree with the preliminary views expressed and intend to formally respond to the ICO in due course,” the company said.

TikTok could face $29 million fine in the UK for failing to protect children’s data privacy

<p>Japan&nbsp;bid farewell to former prime minister Shinzo Abe with a state funeral that has caused a massive controversy around the country. Abe was assassinated during a campaign rally on July 8 and his death has revealed a deep connection between the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Unification Church – a issue that has led to widespread protests in Japan.</p>

<p>Reigning PM Fumio Kishida has also felt the burden of the recent controversies as his popularity has taken a hit and the decision to hold a state funeral for Abe has also not gone down well.</p>

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<p>With Japan going through an economic crisis at the moment, a number of people have strongly opposed the plan to hold the state funeral at an expense of around $11.5 million. This will be the first state funeral held in Japan since 1967 and it has led to a number of protests in the past few days.</p>

<p>However, Reuters reported that around 4,300 people were expected to attend the state funeral with leaders from around the world also reaching Japan. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States Vice President Kamala Harris will be the biggest names in attendance.</p>

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cancelled at the last moment due to Hurricane Fiona.</p>

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<p>According to media reports, Abe’s ashes will be carried to the venue with the general public offering flowers at designated places. He will also be honoured with 19 rounds from a cannon.</p>

<p>The police have deployed huge number of personnel all around Tokyo to ensure safety for all major leaders and a number of roads and schools will remain shut during the ceremony.</p>

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Japan bid farewell to former prime minister Shinzo Abe with a state funeral that has caused a massive controversy around the country. Abe was assassinated during a campaign rally on July 8 and his death has revealed a deep connection between the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Unification Church – a issue that has led to widespread protests in Japan.

Japan bid farewell to former prime minister Shinzo Abe with a state funeral that has caused a massive controversy around the country. Abe was assassinated during a campaign rally on July 8 and his death has revealed a deep connection between the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Unification Church – a issue that has led to widespread protests in Japan. Reigning PM Fumio Kishida has also felt the burden of the recent controversies as his popularity has taken a hit and the decision to hold a state funeral for Abe has also not gone down well. Also read | Cuba legalises same-sex marriages in landmark referendum With Japan going through an economic crisis at the moment, a number of people have strongly opposed the plan to hold the state funeral at an expense of around $11.5 million. This will be the first state funeral held in Japan since 1967 and it has led to a number of protests in the past few days. However, Reuters reported that around 4,300 people were expected to attend the state funeral with leaders from around the world also reaching Japan. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States Vice President Kamala Harris will be the biggest names in attendance. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cancelled at the last moment due to Hurricane Fiona. Also read | Thousands of Russians flee to Georgia amid Putin's mobilisation announcement According to media reports, Abe’s ashes will be carried to the venue with the general public offering flowers at designated places. He will also be honoured with 19 rounds from a cannon. The police have deployed huge number of personnel all around Tokyo to ensure safety for all major leaders and a number of roads and schools will remain shut during the ceremony.

Japan bids farewell to ex-PM Shinzo Abe with controversial state funeral

<p>Constant COVID-19 testing has become a norm in China as the government continues to move forward with their plan to completely eradicate the pandemic. While the citizens are regularly tested, artist Siyuan Zhuji has found a unique way to documents the process of Covid tests.</p>

<p>Siyuan, who hails from Nanjing, placed a micro camera inside his mouth and continued to film his Covid tests. It provided a different look into the process and also at the people conducting the tests.</p>

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<p>“People are getting accustomed to testing and they think that this is something that we need to keep doing. I came up with this idea as I often need to get tested,” Siyuan told BBC.</p>

<p>“Visually, you could feel a sense of repulsion or invasion,” he added in the video interview.</p>

<p>Siyuan is known for his unconventional art projects and this one has caught the attention of a number of people due to the approach and technique used by him.</p>

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<p>“My art usually focuses on social and controversial issues. I believe that the pandemic will come to an end in the next few years. But it has had a devastating effect on the world and society as a whole. I want to document what is happening in this era through my artworks. I will continue to do so till the pandemic is completely over,” Siyuan explained when asked about the motive behind the art.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (China CDC) has confirmed that the fourth vaccine shot is a “necessity” for all citizens. The CDC said that the second booster dose can be the answer for China to ensure a “safe, long-term exit from the pandemic”.</p>


Constant COVID-19 testing has become a norm in China as the government continues to move forward with their plan to completely eradicate the pandemic. While the citizens are regularly tested, artist Siyuan Zhuji has found a unique way to documents the process of Covid tests.

Constant COVID-19 testing has become a norm in China as the government continues to move forward with their plan to completely eradicate the pandemic. While the citizens are regularly tested, artist Siyuan Zhuji has found a unique way to documents the process of Covid tests. Siyuan, who hails from Nanjing, placed a micro camera inside his mouth and continued to film his Covid tests. It provided a different look into the process and also at the people conducting the tests. Also read | IN PICS | Why state funeral of ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe has resulted in protests “People are getting accustomed to testing and they think that this is something that we need to keep doing. I came up with this idea as I often need to get tested,” Siyuan told BBC. “Visually, you could feel a sense of repulsion or invasion,” he added in the video interview. Siyuan is known for his unconventional art projects and this one has caught the attention of a number of people due to the approach and technique used by him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 司原逐冀 (@siyuanzhuji) “My art usually focuses on social and controversial issues. I believe that the pandemic will come to an end in the next few years. But it has had a devastating effect on the world and society as a whole. I want to document what is happening in this era through my artworks. I will continue to do so till the pandemic is completely over,” Siyuan explained when asked about the motive behind the art. Meanwhile, the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (China CDC) has confirmed that the fourth vaccine shot is a “necessity” for all citizens. The CDC said that the second booster dose can be the answer for China to ensure a “safe, long-term exit from the pandemic”.

Chinese artist records COVID-19 tests from inside his mouth - WATCH

IN PICS | Why state funeral of ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe has resulted in protests

<p>The tax cuts announced in the mini budget by British finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng came under a lot of criticism as the pound hit an all-time low against the dollar. In the aftermath of the announcements, the currency lost almost five per cent to reach $1.0327 – the lowest since 1971.</p>

<p>A similar trend was seen when it comes to the Euro which is also experienced its lowest value in 20 years due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>"The poor situation in the UK exacerbates support for the USD, (which) can track higher again this week," Joseph Capurso of Commonwealth Bank of Australia told Reuters.</p>

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<p>"If a sense of crisis about the world economy were to emerge, the USD could jump significantly."</p>

<p>The announcements made by Kwarteng included a number of tax cuts along with reliefs for homeowners and people looking for loans. However, Bloomberg reported that the UK current account deficit has also widened to a record level which has is affected the pound negatively.</p>

<p>Kwarteng has played down the impact that his policies had on the pound and said that the government is looking to boost the economy in the long run and not just targeting short run gains.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-iranians-continue-to-protest-for-the-10th-consecutive-night-violating-judiciarys-warning-519612" hreflang="en">Iranians continue to protest for the 10th consecutive night, violating judiciary's warning</a></p>

<p>“As chancellor of the exchequer, I don’t comment on market movements. What I am focused on is growing the economy and making sure that Britain is an attractive place to invest,” he said at BBC One’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.</p>

<p>Kwarteng added that Prime Minister Liz Truss may introduce even more tax cuts in the recent past.</p>

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The tax cuts announced in the mini budget by British finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng came under a lot of criticism as the pound hit an all-time low against the dollar.

The tax cuts announced in the mini budget by British finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng came under a lot of criticism as the pound hit an all-time low against the dollar. In the aftermath of the announcements, the currency lost almost five per cent to reach $1.0327 – the lowest since 1971. A similar trend was seen when it comes to the Euro which is also experienced its lowest value in 20 years due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. "The poor situation in the UK exacerbates support for the USD, (which) can track higher again this week," Joseph Capurso of Commonwealth Bank of Australia told Reuters. Also read | Who is Giorgia Meloni? Italy’s far-right leader to become first female PM "If a sense of crisis about the world economy were to emerge, the USD could jump significantly." The announcements made by Kwarteng included a number of tax cuts along with reliefs for homeowners and people looking for loans. However, Bloomberg reported that the UK current account deficit has also widened to a record level which has is affected the pound negatively. Kwarteng has played down the impact that his policies had on the pound and said that the government is looking to boost the economy in the long run and not just targeting short run gains. Also read | Iranians continue to protest for the 10th consecutive night, violating judiciary's warning “As chancellor of the exchequer, I don’t comment on market movements. What I am focused on is growing the economy and making sure that Britain is an attractive place to invest,” he said at BBC One’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg. Kwarteng added that Prime Minister Liz Truss may introduce even more tax cuts in the recent past.

Pound hits all-time low against dollar as Liz Truss' tax cuts come under pressure

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