United States President Joe Biden said that he is looking forward to continuing “close cooperation” with the United Kingdom after British Prime Minister Boris Johnson decided to step down from his position. While the official statement from the White House had no mention of Johnson, Biden said that he hopes that the “special relationship” between the people of America and Britain “remains strong and enduring” and they need to work together on issues like the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

“When the dust settles in London, Johnson’s resignation will do better than harm to the US-UK relationship,” said Charles Kupchan, who served as President Barack Obama’s Europe adviser in the White House according to The Guardian.

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“That’s mainly because Washington needs a very steady hand on the steering wheel and Johnson has lurched from one crisis to the next. He hasn’t been able to provide the kind of continuity and the political strings that the US and the world desperately need right now.”

The relationship between Biden and Johnson has not been a smooth one. Biden once called Johnson a “physical and emotional clone” of Donald Trump, the then president and was not convinced by the prospect of Brexit and the resultant threat on the Good Friday agreement in Northern Ireland.

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However, there was a unity in the approach taken by both nations when it comes to the Ukraine conflict, and both were heavy in their criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Both UK and US supplied a huge number of weapons to Ukraine and the coming days will be crucial in understand what lies ahead for the alliance.

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United States President Joe Biden said that he is looking forward to continuing “close cooperation” with the United Kingdom after British Prime Minister Boris Johnson decided to step down from his position. While the official statement from the White House had no mention of Johnson, Biden said that he hopes that the “special relationship” between the people of America and Britain “remains strong and enduring” and they need to work together on issues like the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. “When the dust settles in London, Johnson’s resignation will do better than harm to the US-UK relationship,” said Charles Kupchan, who served as President Barack Obama’s Europe adviser in the White House according to The Guardian. Also read | US and UK intelligence chiefs raise fresh alarm on China's industrial spies “That’s mainly because Washington needs a very steady hand on the steering wheel and Johnson has lurched from one crisis to the next. He hasn’t been able to provide the kind of continuity and the political strings that the US and the world desperately need right now.” The relationship between Biden and Johnson has not been a smooth one. Biden once called Johnson a “physical and emotional clone” of Donald Trump, the then president and was not convinced by the prospect of Brexit and the resultant threat on the Good Friday agreement in Northern Ireland. Also read | UK PM Boris Johnson resigns, hunt on for successor from Conservative Party However, there was a unity in the approach taken by both nations when it comes to the Ukraine conflict, and both were heavy in their criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Both UK and US supplied a huge number of weapons to Ukraine and the coming days will be crucial in understand what lies ahead for the alliance. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Rafael Nadal has decided to withdraw from the Wimbledon semi-final against Nick Kyrgios after he failed to recover from an abdominal injury. The 22-time Grand Slam winner announced it on Thursday ending his chances of a calendar slam after winning Australian Open and French Open earlier this year. As a result, Nick Kyrgios will go straight into the final where he will take on either Novak Djokovic or Cameron Norrie. Nadal picked up the injury during his tough quarterfinal clash against Taylor Fritz and although his team wanted him to retire, he went on to clinch the encounter.

Nadal held a press conference on Thursday where he informed the press about his decision.

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"Unfortunately, as you can imagine I am here because I have to pull out from the tournament," said the two-time Wimbledon champion according to the AFP.

"As everyone saw yesterday, I have been suffering with a pain in the abdominal and something was not OK there. That is confirmed, I have a tear in the muscle," he added.

Nadal said that it was a tough decision, and it took him the entire day to accept it.

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"It doesn't make sense to go (on), even if I try through my career to keep going. It is very tough circumstances, but it is obvious if I keep going the injury will be worse and worse," he explained.

It was a marathon battle against Fritz as he came out on top with a 3-6, 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, 7/6 (10/4) score line in four hours and 21 minutes. Throughout the encounter, he had to receive pain relief medication in order to go on, but he went ahead to finish the match in style.

Rafael Nadal has decided to withdraw from the Wimbledon semi-final against Nick Kyrgios after he failed to recover from an abdominal injury. The 22-time Grand Slam winner announced it on Thursday ending his chances of a calendar slam after winning Australian Open and French Open earlier this year.

Rafael Nadal has decided to withdraw from the Wimbledon semi-final against Nick Kyrgios after he failed to recover from an abdominal injury. The 22-time Grand Slam winner announced it on Thursday ending his chances of a calendar slam after winning Australian Open and French Open earlier this year. As a result, Nick Kyrgios will go straight into the final where he will take on either Novak Djokovic or Cameron Norrie. Nadal picked up the injury during his tough quarterfinal clash against Taylor Fritz and although his team wanted him to retire, he went on to clinch the encounter. Nadal held a press conference on Thursday where he informed the press about his decision. Also read | Ons Jabeur makes African history with Wimbledon final spot "Unfortunately, as you can imagine I am here because I have to pull out from the tournament," said the two-time Wimbledon champion according to the AFP. "As everyone saw yesterday, I have been suffering with a pain in the abdominal and something was not OK there. That is confirmed, I have a tear in the muscle," he added. Nadal said that it was a tough decision, and it took him the entire day to accept it. Also read | Clinical Elena Rybakina eases past Simona Halep to reach Wimbledon final "It doesn't make sense to go (on), even if I try through my career to keep going. It is very tough circumstances, but it is obvious if I keep going the injury will be worse and worse," he explained. It was a marathon battle against Fritz as he came out on top with a 3-6, 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, 7/6 (10/4) score line in four hours and 21 minutes. Throughout the encounter, he had to receive pain relief medication in order to go on, but he went ahead to finish the match in style.

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Wimbledon semi-final with abdominal injury

There was little in Elena Rybakina`s understated celebration - the clenched fist and slow stroll to the net - to suggest she had produced the performance of her life to demolish former champion Simona Halep and reach the Wimbledon final on Thursday.

Yet by romping into Saturday`s showpiece, her maiden Grand Slam final, with a 6-3 6-3 win that was as clinical as it was brutal, she set up a showdown with Tunisian Ons Jabeur that few would have predicted at the tournament`s outset.

Halep was caught in the crosshairs of an onslaught from the Russian-born Kazakh, who pummelled the Romanian with rasping serves and savage forehands.

Halep, the champion in 2019 who had not dropped a set at the All-England Club since the second round of that tournament, did not help her cause with a string of double faults that handed Rybakina chances at key moments.

Yet the 17th seed needed little assistance, as she became the first player from Kazakhstan to reach a Grand Slam final.

"I don`t know how to describe it but it was really, really good," the 23-year-old said after wrapping up victory to become the youngest Wimbledon finalist since Garbine Muguruza in 2015.

"Usually, of course, I have ups and downs and it comes from the nerves. But I think today I was mentally prepared and I did everything that I could and it was an amazing match."

The Centre Court crowd had willed Halep to get into the contest but the 16th seed was a clear second best from the start as she attempted to go toe-to-toe from the back of the court.

"Somehow I think I gave her the perfect ball to do her game, to feel comfortable on court," said Halep.

"But, as I said, all the credit to her. She deserved to win today with the way I played."

Rybakina just had too much power and aggression for the Romanian, who wilted under the pressure.

CONSTANT MENACE

The opening point of the match had set the tone for remainder of the clash as Rybakina powered down a 113-mph service winner, before holding serve to love and immediately breaking to take control.

Halep looked under pressure throughout the opening set, failing to create a break point while Rybakina pounced on a series of tame second serves from the 30-year-old Romanian and looked a constant menace.

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Cool as ice, Rybakina, who would not have been allowed to play at this year`s Wimbledon had she not switched allegiance from Russia in 2018, brought up three set points with another searing 118 mph ace and took the opener when Halep sent a forehand wide.

The All-England Club (AELTC), which organises the Grand Slam, and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) banned players from Russia and Belarus at tournaments in Britain following Russia`s invasion of Ukraine, which Moscow calls a `special operation`.

Halep, who had missed the 2020 edition of Wimbledon due to injury and contemplated retirement last year, had looked like a player rejuvenated as she stormed into the semi-finals.

But after her run of winning 21 consecutive sets at Wimbledon was brought to an end, she never really looked like fighting back.

Halep`s three double faults in the first game of the second set saw Rybakina snatch an immediate break and while the Romanian clawed her way back to level the contest at 2-2, parity was short lived.

Another double fault allowed Rybakina to break again for 3-2 and four games later the Romanian was at it again as her ninth double fault opened the door for the Kazakh to seal the deal with a backhand return down the line on match point.

"Simona`s a great champion and we had many tough matches before," Rybakina said. "I was really focused today and I`m really happy with my performance because I think that I played really solid."

There was little in Elena Rybakina`s understated celebration - the clenched fist and slow stroll to the net - to suggest she had produced the performance of her life to demolish former champion Simona Halep and reach the Wimbledon final on Thursday.

There was little in Elena Rybakina`s understated celebration - the clenched fist and slow stroll to the net - to suggest she had produced the performance of her life to demolish former champion Simona Halep and reach the Wimbledon final on Thursday. Yet by romping into Saturday`s showpiece, her maiden Grand Slam final, with a 6-3 6-3 win that was as clinical as it was brutal, she set up a showdown with Tunisian Ons Jabeur that few would have predicted at the tournament`s outset. Halep was caught in the crosshairs of an onslaught from the Russian-born Kazakh, who pummelled the Romanian with rasping serves and savage forehands. Halep, the champion in 2019 who had not dropped a set at the All-England Club since the second round of that tournament, did not help her cause with a string of double faults that handed Rybakina chances at key moments. Yet the 17th seed needed little assistance, as she became the first player from Kazakhstan to reach a Grand Slam final. "I don`t know how to describe it but it was really, really good," the 23-year-old said after wrapping up victory to become the youngest Wimbledon finalist since Garbine Muguruza in 2015. "Usually, of course, I have ups and downs and it comes from the nerves. But I think today I was mentally prepared and I did everything that I could and it was an amazing match." The Centre Court crowd had willed Halep to get into the contest but the 16th seed was a clear second best from the start as she attempted to go toe-to-toe from the back of the court. "Somehow I think I gave her the perfect ball to do her game, to feel comfortable on court," said Halep. "But, as I said, all the credit to her. She deserved to win today with the way I played." Rybakina just had too much power and aggression for the Romanian, who wilted under the pressure. CONSTANT MENACE The opening point of the match had set the tone for remainder of the clash as Rybakina powered down a 113-mph service winner, before holding serve to love and immediately breaking to take control. Halep looked under pressure throughout the opening set, failing to create a break point while Rybakina pounced on a series of tame second serves from the 30-year-old Romanian and looked a constant menace. Also read | Rafael Nadal pulls out of Wimbledon semi-final with abdominal injury Cool as ice, Rybakina, who would not have been allowed to play at this year`s Wimbledon had she not switched allegiance from Russia in 2018, brought up three set points with another searing 118 mph ace and took the opener when Halep sent a forehand wide. The All-England Club (AELTC), which organises the Grand Slam, and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) banned players from Russia and Belarus at tournaments in Britain following Russia`s invasion of Ukraine, which Moscow calls a `special operation`. Halep, who had missed the 2020 edition of Wimbledon due to injury and contemplated retirement last year, had looked like a player rejuvenated as she stormed into the semi-finals. But after her run of winning 21 consecutive sets at Wimbledon was brought to an end, she never really looked like fighting back. Halep`s three double faults in the first game of the second set saw Rybakina snatch an immediate break and while the Romanian clawed her way back to level the contest at 2-2, parity was short lived. Another double fault allowed Rybakina to break again for 3-2 and four games later the Romanian was at it again as her ninth double fault opened the door for the Kazakh to seal the deal with a backhand return down the line on match point. "Simona`s a great champion and we had many tough matches before," Rybakina said. "I was really focused today and I`m really happy with my performance because I think that I played really solid."

Clinical Elena Rybakina eases past Simona Halep to reach Wimbledon final

The head of the FBI and the leader of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency (MI5) raised fresh alarms about the security threats posed by the Chinese government. In a joint address on Wednesday, they warned business leaders that China is looking to steal technologies for competitive gain and that can lead to major security breaches. FBI Director Christopher Wray and his MI5 counterpart Ken McCallum said that the concerns of economic espionage commissioned by China continues to be a major problem and hacking operations by the country can be used to “stifle dissent abroad”.

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“We consistently see that it’s the Chinese government that poses the biggest long-term threat to our economic and national security, and by ‘our’, I mean both of our nations, along with our allies in Europe and elsewhere,” Wray said in his address according to Associated Press.

Wray added that China is “set on stealing your technology, whatever it is that makes your industry tick, and using it to undercut your business and dominate your market”.

Ken McCallum said that China has been on their radar for quite some time when it comes to the “widespread attempts at inference” which applies to “so many aspects of our national life”.

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“Today is the first time the heads of the FBI and MI5 have shared a public platform,” McCallum said.

“We’re doing so to send the clearest signal we can on a massive, shared challenge: China.”

Liu Pengyu, a spokesman for the Chinese embassy in Washington, denied all allegations and told Associated Press that they “firmly opposes and combats all forms of cyber-attacks”.

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The head of the FBI and the leader of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency (MI5) raised fresh alarms about the security threats posed by the Chinese government. In a joint address on Wednesday, they warned business leaders that China is looking to steal technologies for competitive gain and that can lead to major security breaches. FBI Director Christopher Wray and his MI5 counterpart Ken McCallum said that the concerns of economic espionage commissioned by China continues to be a major problem and hacking operations by the country can be used to “stifle dissent abroad”. Also read | UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove amid leadership crisis “We consistently see that it’s the Chinese government that poses the biggest long-term threat to our economic and national security, and by ‘our’, I mean both of our nations, along with our allies in Europe and elsewhere,” Wray said in his address according to Associated Press. Wray added that China is “set on stealing your technology, whatever it is that makes your industry tick, and using it to undercut your business and dominate your market”. Ken McCallum said that China has been on their radar for quite some time when it comes to the “widespread attempts at inference” which applies to “so many aspects of our national life”. Also read | Highland Park: July 4 shooting suspect 'plotted second attack in Wisconsin' “Today is the first time the heads of the FBI and MI5 have shared a public platform,” McCallum said. “We’re doing so to send the clearest signal we can on a massive, shared challenge: China.” Liu Pengyu, a spokesman for the Chinese embassy in Washington, denied all allegations and told Associated Press that they “firmly opposes and combats all forms of cyber-attacks”. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The women`s European Championship got under way with pre-game fireworks for a tournament record crowd but there was little sparkle from hosts England as they laboured to a 1-0 win over Austria at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

The crowd of 68,871 was the largest for a European Championship game, beating the previous best of 41,301 from the Euro 2013 final in Sweden, and the enthusiasm of the heavily youthful and noisy supporters fired England to a lively start.

Beth Mead grabbed the decisive goal in the 16th minute for the Lionesses - dinking the ball over Austria goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger after being picked out by Fran Kirby.

Although Austria defender Carina Wenninger valiantly attempted to clear off the line, with her effort striking the bar and flying away from goal, the ball was ruled to have crossed the line.

It was Mead`s 15th goal in as many games for her country and the Lionesses` alltime top scorer Ellen White went close to adding a second, ten minutes later, flashing a header from a Lauren Hemp cross just wide.

It felt like England could quickly establish a comfortable lead with Georgia Stanway finding space to create and Kirby delivering some clever passes on the left.

But the Austrians settled into a compact shape and occasionally threatened on the break while England gradually ran out of their early burst of inspiration.

Sarina Wiegman`s team struggled to create clear-cut chances and lacked sharpness in attack with the Dutch coach making a triple substitution in the 64th minute in an attempt to add some spice.

Austria were on the back foot for much of the game but came close to a leveller in the 78th -- England goalkeeper Mary Earps doing well to keep out a curling effort from Barbara Dunst.

"It was the first game of the tournament," said Wiegman, who won the tournament as Netherlands coach in 2017.

"It`s so important to win the game to have a good start. I think we showed different phases in this game, some good and some not-so-good," she added.

Mead was more effusive after lapping up the singing of the crowd at the end of the game.

"Beyond words. What an amazing night to start the tournament with a win. I`m really happy to get a goal for the team," she told the BBC.

England`s other Group A rivals, Northern Ireland and Norway will face each other on Thursday in Southampton.

Austria coach Irene Fuhrmann was pleased with the way her team approached the game.

"I am very proud of our performance and the way we played. But at the end of the day we are leaving with zero points and that is a big disappointment," she said.

"In the second half we showed a good reaction offensively, we showed courage and created a few chances but of course England dominated and deserved the win."

The women`s European Championship got under way with pre-game fireworks for a tournament record crowd but there was little sparkle from hosts England as they laboured to a 1-0 win over Austria at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

The women`s European Championship got under way with pre-game fireworks for a tournament record crowd but there was little sparkle from hosts England as they laboured to a 1-0 win over Austria at Old Trafford on Wednesday. The crowd of 68,871 was the largest for a European Championship game, beating the previous best of 41,301 from the Euro 2013 final in Sweden, and the enthusiasm of the heavily youthful and noisy supporters fired England to a lively start. Beth Mead grabbed the decisive goal in the 16th minute for the Lionesses - dinking the ball over Austria goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger after being picked out by Fran Kirby. Although Austria defender Carina Wenninger valiantly attempted to clear off the line, with her effort striking the bar and flying away from goal, the ball was ruled to have crossed the line. It was Mead`s 15th goal in as many games for her country and the Lionesses` alltime top scorer Ellen White went close to adding a second, ten minutes later, flashing a header from a Lauren Hemp cross just wide. It felt like England could quickly establish a comfortable lead with Georgia Stanway finding space to create and Kirby delivering some clever passes on the left. But the Austrians settled into a compact shape and occasionally threatened on the break while England gradually ran out of their early burst of inspiration. Sarina Wiegman`s team struggled to create clear-cut chances and lacked sharpness in attack with the Dutch coach making a triple substitution in the 64th minute in an attempt to add some spice. Austria were on the back foot for much of the game but came close to a leveller in the 78th -- England goalkeeper Mary Earps doing well to keep out a curling effort from Barbara Dunst. "It was the first game of the tournament," said Wiegman, who won the tournament as Netherlands coach in 2017. "It`s so important to win the game to have a good start. I think we showed different phases in this game, some good and some not-so-good," she added. Mead was more effusive after lapping up the singing of the crowd at the end of the game. "Beyond words. What an amazing night to start the tournament with a win. I`m really happy to get a goal for the team," she told the BBC. England`s other Group A rivals, Northern Ireland and Norway will face each other on Thursday in Southampton. Austria coach Irene Fuhrmann was pleased with the way her team approached the game. "I am very proud of our performance and the way we played. But at the end of the day we are leaving with zero points and that is a big disappointment," she said. "In the second half we showed a good reaction offensively, we showed courage and created a few chances but of course England dominated and deserved the win."

Women's Euro 2022: England make winning start in front of record crowd

The search for aliens has always fascinated scientists and studies have regularly been conducted to find ways in order to unlock the mysterious of our universe. New research suggests that particles of light, also known as photons, can be transmitted over interstellar distances without losing their quantum nature and these kinds of messages can be used by aliens to communicate with Earth.

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According to researchers report June 28 in Physical Review D, quantum messages can be a possible way to communicate with aliens and scientists who are looking for extra-terrestrial life need to scan those signals in order to find some possible proof.

In the research paper, theoretical physicist Arjun Berera said that it is quite possible that intelligent aliens may be using quantum communication – something that scientists on earth are also working on at present. In the recent past, a technology that uses quantum particles in order to transport any kind of information has been the subject of a number of studies and experiments around the world.

When it comes to quantum communication on Earth, the problem of “decoherence” means that the particles sometimes lose their strength after interacting with their surroundings.

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“Quantum states you generally think of as very delicate, and if there’s any kind of external interaction, you kind of destroy that state,” Berera said according to Science News.

However, when transmitted on an interstellar level, the problem of decoherence is much less likely to happen and that is why the quantum communication may hold the key to finding signals from alien civilisations, Berera and theoretical physicist Jaime Calderón Figueroa, said in their paper.

The search for aliens has always fascinated scientists and studies have regularly been conducted to find ways in order to unlock the mysterious of our universe. New research suggests that particles of light, also known as photons, can be transmitted over interstellar distances without losing their quantum nature and these kinds of messages can be used by aliens to communicate with Earth.

The search for aliens has always fascinated scientists and studies have regularly been conducted to find ways in order to unlock the mysterious of our universe. New research suggests that particles of light, also known as photons, can be transmitted over interstellar distances without losing their quantum nature and these kinds of messages can be used by aliens to communicate with Earth. Also read | Is there life on Venus? Here's what Cambridge University researchers say According to researchers report June 28 in Physical Review D, quantum messages can be a possible way to communicate with aliens and scientists who are looking for extra-terrestrial life need to scan those signals in order to find some possible proof. In the research paper, theoretical physicist Arjun Berera said that it is quite possible that intelligent aliens may be using quantum communication – something that scientists on earth are also working on at present. In the recent past, a technology that uses quantum particles in order to transport any kind of information has been the subject of a number of studies and experiments around the world. When it comes to quantum communication on Earth, the problem of “decoherence” means that the particles sometimes lose their strength after interacting with their surroundings. Also read | Japanese youth will get free noodles- Here's what they need to avail the offer “Quantum states you generally think of as very delicate, and if there’s any kind of external interaction, you kind of destroy that state,” Berera said according to Science News. However, when transmitted on an interstellar level, the problem of decoherence is much less likely to happen and that is why the quantum communication may hold the key to finding signals from alien civilisations, Berera and theoretical physicist Jaime Calderón Figueroa, said in their paper.

Tracking quantum messages can be key to finding alien life, new research says

Rafa Nadal provided no assurance that he would be able to turn up for his Wimbledon semi-final on Friday against Australian Nick Kyrgios after the Spaniard played through an abdominal injury to beat Taylor Fritz in an absorbing contest.

Struggling with physical ailment, Nadal appeared close to retiring mid-match on Wednesday on Centre Court but he found the will to beat Fritz in four hours and 20 minutes.

A third Wimbledon title and first since 2010 on the manicured lawns and a U.S. Open triumph at Flushing Meadows would see the Mallorcan claim the calendar slam -- a feat last achieved in 1969 by Australian great Rod Laver.

But there was no guarantee from the 36-year-old that he would be present on Centre Court to keep his historic bid going.

"I don`t know," Nadal said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded 27-year-old Kyrgios.

"Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar."

Nadal took a medical timeout against 11th-seeded Fritz during his quarter-final outing to get treatment on the injury and said he had to adjust his game to continue playing.

The Spaniard, however, considered retiring many times during the contest.

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"I just wanted to give myself a chance. Not easy to leave the tournament, not easy to leave Wimbledon, even if the pain was hard," the 22-times Grand Slam winner said.

"I don`t know. I wanted to finish. I fought. Proud about the fighting spirit and the way that I managed to be competitive under that condition."

Nadal said he was worried about the injury and he will undergo more scans on Thursday before making a decision about continuing to compete at the grasscourt major.

"I am used to holding pain and play with problems," said Nadal, who played and won Roland Garros with pain-killing injections prior to each match and only confirmed his Wimbledon participation after radio frequency treatment eased pain in his foot.

"Knowing that, when I feel something like I felt, that is because something is not going the proper way in abdomen. But let`s see. I had these feelings for a couple of days. Without a doubt, today was the worst day, has been an important increase of pain and limitation," he said.

Rafa Nadal provided no assurance that he would be able to turn up for his Wimbledon semi-final on Friday against Australian Nick Kyrgios after the Spaniard played through an abdominal injury to beat Taylor Fritz in an absorbing contest.

Rafa Nadal provided no assurance that he would be able to turn up for his Wimbledon semi-final on Friday against Australian Nick Kyrgios after the Spaniard played through an abdominal injury to beat Taylor Fritz in an absorbing contest. Struggling with physical ailment, Nadal appeared close to retiring mid-match on Wednesday on Centre Court but he found the will to beat Fritz in four hours and 20 minutes. A third Wimbledon title and first since 2010 on the manicured lawns and a U.S. Open triumph at Flushing Meadows would see the Mallorcan claim the calendar slam -- a feat last achieved in 1969 by Australian great Rod Laver. But there was no guarantee from the 36-year-old that he would be present on Centre Court to keep his historic bid going. "I don`t know," Nadal said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded 27-year-old Kyrgios. "Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar." Nadal took a medical timeout against 11th-seeded Fritz during his quarter-final outing to get treatment on the injury and said he had to adjust his game to continue playing. The Spaniard, however, considered retiring many times during the contest. Also read | Rafael Nadal defeats Taylor Fritz in five-set thriller to enter Wimbledon 2022 semi-final "I just wanted to give myself a chance. Not easy to leave the tournament, not easy to leave Wimbledon, even if the pain was hard," the 22-times Grand Slam winner said. "I don`t know. I wanted to finish. I fought. Proud about the fighting spirit and the way that I managed to be competitive under that condition." Nadal said he was worried about the injury and he will undergo more scans on Thursday before making a decision about continuing to compete at the grasscourt major. "I am used to holding pain and play with problems," said Nadal, who played and won Roland Garros with pain-killing injections prior to each match and only confirmed his Wimbledon participation after radio frequency treatment eased pain in his foot. "Knowing that, when I feel something like I felt, that is because something is not going the proper way in abdomen. But let`s see. I had these feelings for a couple of days. Without a doubt, today was the worst day, has been an important increase of pain and limitation," he said.

Injured Rafael Nadal unsure if he can play Wimbledon semis against Nick Kyrgios

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to sack Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove as calls for his resignation continue to grow. According to a number of media reports, Gove was one of the first cabinet ministers to express his unhappiness at Johnson not resigning from his post. The situation got worse on Tuesday when Finance Minister Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid resigned from their post citing lack of trust in Johnson. However, the British PM continued to maintain that he will "keep going" despite a number of resignations and lack of public support.

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"The job of a prime minister in difficult circumstances when he's been handed a colossal mandate is to keep going and that's what I'll do," Johnson told MPs according to a Bloomberg report.

Johnson has come under a lot of fire on the appointment of MP Chris Pincher as the deputy whip of the party earlier this year. There were a number of allegations of inappropriate behaviour when it came to Pincher and it came into light that Johnson was aware of it since 2019. Former senior civil servant Lord McDonald revealed the Prime Minister had been told in person of the 2019 allegations.

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Earlier, Gove – an eminent Brexiteer – along with Home Secretary Priti Patel, Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis and Welsh Secretary Simon Hart asked Boris Johnson to step down from his position.

The Prime Minister, however, has reached support from Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries, Brexit Opportunities Minister Jacob Rees-Mogg and Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab.

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to sack Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove as calls for his resignation continue to grow. According to a number of media reports, Gove was one of the first cabinet ministers to express his unhappiness at Johnson not resigning from his post.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to sack Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove as calls for his resignation continue to grow. According to a number of media reports, Gove was one of the first cabinet ministers to express his unhappiness at Johnson not resigning from his post. The situation got worse on Tuesday when Finance Minister Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid resigned from their post citing lack of trust in Johnson. However, the British PM continued to maintain that he will "keep going" despite a number of resignations and lack of public support. Also read | 'Bye Bye Boris' buzzes in British parliament but Johnson vows to stay in power "The job of a prime minister in difficult circumstances when he's been handed a colossal mandate is to keep going and that's what I'll do," Johnson told MPs according to a Bloomberg report. Johnson has come under a lot of fire on the appointment of MP Chris Pincher as the deputy whip of the party earlier this year. There were a number of allegations of inappropriate behaviour when it came to Pincher and it came into light that Johnson was aware of it since 2019. Former senior civil servant Lord McDonald revealed the Prime Minister had been told in person of the 2019 allegations. Also read | Highland Park: July 4 shooting suspect 'plotted second attack in Wisconsin' Earlier, Gove – an eminent Brexiteer – along with Home Secretary Priti Patel, Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis and Welsh Secretary Simon Hart asked Boris Johnson to step down from his position. The Prime Minister, however, has reached support from Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries, Brexit Opportunities Minister Jacob Rees-Mogg and Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The state television in Iran reported on Wednesday that the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has detained a number of foreign nationals including one of United Kingdom’s top-rated diplomats. The detentions were made on accusations of spying as the IRGC observed by the help of their drones that the individuals were taking soil samples from a prohibited area of the desert, according to a report by Fars news agency. The report added that the area was quite close to the site where IRGC had earlier conducted missile exercises. The detainees included the UK deputy ambassador and he, along with his family, will be deported in the aftermath of this event.

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"These spies were taking earth samples in Iran's central desert where the Revolutionary Guards' aerospace missile exercises were conducted," state TV said.

The state media ran a picture which showed four people in the desert on their bicycles and in another picture, they were photographed collecting soil samples from the desert.

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Earlier, the United States said in a statement that a number of entities - located in Iran, Vietnam, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Hong Kong -- "have supported Iranian energy trade generating millions of dollars' worth of illicit revenue", according to an AFP report.

"While the United States is committed to achieving an agreement with Iran that seeks a mutual return to compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, we will continue to use all our authorities to enforce sanctions on the sale of Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals," Undersecretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian Nelson said.

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The state television in Iran reported on Wednesday that the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has detained a number of foreign nationals including one of United Kingdom’s top-rated diplomats.

The state television in Iran reported on Wednesday that the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has detained a number of foreign nationals including one of United Kingdom’s top-rated diplomats. The detentions were made on accusations of spying as the IRGC observed by the help of their drones that the individuals were taking soil samples from a prohibited area of the desert, according to a report by Fars news agency. The report added that the area was quite close to the site where IRGC had earlier conducted missile exercises. The detainees included the UK deputy ambassador and he, along with his family, will be deported in the aftermath of this event. Also read | 'Bye Bye Boris' buzzes in British parliament but Johnson vows to stay in power "These spies were taking earth samples in Iran's central desert where the Revolutionary Guards' aerospace missile exercises were conducted," state TV said. The state media ran a picture which showed four people in the desert on their bicycles and in another picture, they were photographed collecting soil samples from the desert. Also read | Global Recession: Euro steady after dropping to a two-decade low Earlier, the United States said in a statement that a number of entities - located in Iran, Vietnam, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Hong Kong -- "have supported Iranian energy trade generating millions of dollars' worth of illicit revenue", according to an AFP report. "While the United States is committed to achieving an agreement with Iran that seeks a mutual return to compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, we will continue to use all our authorities to enforce sanctions on the sale of Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals," Undersecretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian Nelson said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The United Nations said on Wednesday that the total number of people suffering from hunger around the world has gone up by 150 million due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The UN also warned that the Ukraine crisis can make things worse in the coming months and it can push the worst-hit countries around the world into famine. The report suggested that around 828 million people around the world suffers from some form of malnutrition – which is a rise of 46 million from last year and three times of the number before the pandemic.

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“There is a real danger these numbers will climb even higher in the months ahead,” said David Beasley, executive director of the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) to The Guardian.

“The global price spikes in food, fuel and fertilisers as a result of the crisis in Ukraine threaten to push countries around the world into famine. The result will be global destabilisation, starvation and mass migration on an unprecedented scale. We have to act today to avert this catastrophe.”

The global supply chain has been severely damaged by the invasion in Ukraine and that has directly resulted in the price rises when it comes food and fertilisers. As a result, a number of economy unstable countries have been facing a severe food shortage since the beginning of the crisis.

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Gilbert Houngbo, president of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), also said that the UN has projected that around 670 million can get affected by chronic undernourishment.

IT means that the UN will fail in its mission to eradicate global hunger by the year 2030.

“[It] means all the effort in those 15 years will have been wiped out by the different crises that the world is going through,” he told the Guardian.

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The United Nations said on Wednesday that the total number of people suffering from hunger around the world has gone up by 150 million due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The United Nations said on Wednesday that the total number of people suffering from hunger around the world has gone up by 150 million due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The UN also warned that the Ukraine crisis can make things worse in the coming months and it can push the worst-hit countries around the world into famine. The report suggested that around 828 million people around the world suffers from some form of malnutrition – which is a rise of 46 million from last year and three times of the number before the pandemic. Also read | Highland Park: July 4 shooting suspect 'plotted second attack in Wisconsin' “There is a real danger these numbers will climb even higher in the months ahead,” said David Beasley, executive director of the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) to The Guardian. “The global price spikes in food, fuel and fertilisers as a result of the crisis in Ukraine threaten to push countries around the world into famine. The result will be global destabilisation, starvation and mass migration on an unprecedented scale. We have to act today to avert this catastrophe.” The global supply chain has been severely damaged by the invasion in Ukraine and that has directly resulted in the price rises when it comes food and fertilisers. As a result, a number of economy unstable countries have been facing a severe food shortage since the beginning of the crisis. Also read | Global Recession: Euro steady after dropping to a two-decade low Gilbert Houngbo, president of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), also said that the UN has projected that around 670 million can get affected by chronic undernourishment. IT means that the UN will fail in its mission to eradicate global hunger by the year 2030. “[It] means all the effort in those 15 years will have been wiped out by the different crises that the world is going through,” he told the Guardian. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Global hunger toll goes up by 150 million amid pandemic and Ukraine crisis

The Ukrainian city of Sloviansk has come under massive attack by the Russian military following the capture of Lysychansk and the mayor has urged all remaining citizens to evacuate immediately as shelling continued on Tuesday. Vadim Lyakh told Reuters that the Russian military bombed around 40 houses on Monday which resulted in the death of two people and seven others were injured.

“It’s important to evacuate as many people as possible,” Lyakh said.

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According to official data, around 144 people left the city on Tuesday after three continuous days of shelling. Earlier, six people were killed and 20 were injured on Sunday due to the bombing.

The Russian forces are currently in the Luhansk region as they captured the cities of Lysychansk and Sievierodonetsk between May and July. They are now turning their attention to Lysychansk with the cities of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk being their main targets as the Ukrainian forces get ready.

Sloviansk had a population of 107,000 and Kramatorsk 210,000 before the war, according to Reuters. However, a majority of people have fled the cities and more continue to follow them.

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Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin asked the Russian forces who were posted near Luhansk to “take some rest and beef up their combat capability” before beginning their new mission. However, the shelling proved that there will be no respite for the Ukrainian resistance forces in the region.

Oleksiy Arestovych, an adviser to the president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, said in a video posted online that the fight back is on from their end and they expect to win the battle in these territories.

“This is the last victory for Russia on Ukrainian territory,” Arestovych said.

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The Ukrainian city of Sloviansk has come under massive attack by the Russian military following the capture of Lysychansk and the mayor has urged all remaining citizens to evacuate immediately as shelling continued on Tuesday.

The Ukrainian city of Sloviansk has come under massive attack by the Russian military following the capture of Lysychansk and the mayor has urged all remaining citizens to evacuate immediately as shelling continued on Tuesday. Vadim Lyakh told Reuters that the Russian military bombed around 40 houses on Monday which resulted in the death of two people and seven others were injured. “It’s important to evacuate as many people as possible,” Lyakh said. Also read | Russia claims Ukraine arms spreading to Middle East and black market According to official data, around 144 people left the city on Tuesday after three continuous days of shelling. Earlier, six people were killed and 20 were injured on Sunday due to the bombing. The Russian forces are currently in the Luhansk region as they captured the cities of Lysychansk and Sievierodonetsk between May and July. They are now turning their attention to Lysychansk with the cities of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk being their main targets as the Ukrainian forces get ready. Sloviansk had a population of 107,000 and Kramatorsk 210,000 before the war, according to Reuters. However, a majority of people have fled the cities and more continue to follow them. Also read | Highland Park: July 4 parade shooter planned attack for weeks, says police Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin asked the Russian forces who were posted near Luhansk to “take some rest and beef up their combat capability” before beginning their new mission. However, the shelling proved that there will be no respite for the Ukrainian resistance forces in the region. Oleksiy Arestovych, an adviser to the president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, said in a video posted online that the fight back is on from their end and they expect to win the battle in these territories. “This is the last victory for Russia on Ukrainian territory,” Arestovych said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sloviansk mayor urges residents to flee Ukrainian city amid Russian shelling

The United States was rocked by yet another mass shooting on Monday as a gunman opened fire on a July 4 Parade in Highland Park, Illinois resulting in the death of six people and injury many more. The police were able to capture the alleged shooter – Robert “Bobby” Crimo – and they said on Tuesday that Crimo was planning the attack for weeks. In the official statement, the US Police said that the gun used in the attack was bought legally by the suspect and in order to hide his facial tattoos and his identity during the time of the attack, Crimo wore women’s clothes and gloves.

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"We do believe Crimo pre-planned this attack for several weeks. He brought a high-powered rifle to this parade," police spokesman Chris Covelli told reporters.

"He accessed the roof of a business via a fire escape ladder and began opening fire.

"Crimo was dressed in women's clothing, and investigators do believe he did this to conceal his facial tattoos and his identity during his escape."

During the attack, Crimo fired around 70 rounds of bullets before escaping and blending into the crowd who were trying to escape in panic. It resulted in an almost ten-hour manhunt which ended with Crimo getting arrested in his car by the authorities just outside the Highland Park area.

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"Crimo exited the road, he dropped his rifle and he blended in with the crowd," Covelli said.

Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering told CBS News that she knew Crimo when he was a little boy.

"I was his Cub Scout pack leader," she said. "… My heart breaks for everybody in this town. I'm not sure what happened to him to compel him to commit this kind of evil in his hometown, but we have a city that is in deep mourning today, and we are going to take a long time to heal from all of this."

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The United States was rocked by yet another mass shooting on Monday as a gunman opened fire on a July 4 Parade in Highland Park, Illinois resulting in the death of six people and injury many more.

The United States was rocked by yet another mass shooting on Monday as a gunman opened fire on a July 4 Parade in Highland Park, Illinois resulting in the death of six people and injury many more. The police were able to capture the alleged shooter – Robert “Bobby” Crimo – and they said on Tuesday that Crimo was planning the attack for weeks. In the official statement, the US Police said that the gun used in the attack was bought legally by the suspect and in order to hide his facial tattoos and his identity during the time of the attack, Crimo wore women’s clothes and gloves. Also read | UK finance and health ministers quit in protest at Boris Johnson's leadership "We do believe Crimo pre-planned this attack for several weeks. He brought a high-powered rifle to this parade," police spokesman Chris Covelli told reporters. "He accessed the roof of a business via a fire escape ladder and began opening fire. "Crimo was dressed in women's clothing, and investigators do believe he did this to conceal his facial tattoos and his identity during his escape." During the attack, Crimo fired around 70 rounds of bullets before escaping and blending into the crowd who were trying to escape in panic. It resulted in an almost ten-hour manhunt which ended with Crimo getting arrested in his car by the authorities just outside the Highland Park area. Also read | Russia claims Ukraine arms spreading to Middle East and black market "Crimo exited the road, he dropped his rifle and he blended in with the crowd," Covelli said. Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering told CBS News that she knew Crimo when he was a little boy. "I was his Cub Scout pack leader," she said. "… My heart breaks for everybody in this town. I'm not sure what happened to him to compel him to commit this kind of evil in his hometown, but we have a city that is in deep mourning today, and we are going to take a long time to heal from all of this." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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