German authorities on Saturday (Dec 17) said that they had found a "considerable portion" of 31 items of 18th-century jewellery from a 2019 robbery at Berlin's museum.&nbsp;The discovery came during the trial of the six suspects over the night-time raid on the Green Vault museum in November 2019, AFP reported.&nbsp;

German media reported the incident as the biggest art robbery, with insurance experts estimating that the stolen items were worth at least 113.8 million euros ($120 million).&nbsp;

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The thieves stole a total of 21 items of jewellery and other items&nbsp;from the Saxon ruler Augustus the Strong, with more than 4,300 individual diamonds.&nbsp;

A sword with a diamond-studded hilt and a shoulder piece that had a renowned 49-carat Dresden white diamond were among the precious items.&nbsp;

With ongoing "explanatory talks" some pieces, including a brooch of Queen Amalie Auguste of Saxony, are still missing.&nbsp;

Members of "Remmo clan," are the suspects in the raid trial.&nbsp;The trial which began in January is set to resume on Tuesday.&nbsp;

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If found guilty, the suspects might spend up to 10 years in prison.&nbsp;

Police and prosecutors said that nearly 40 people are believed to be involved in the daring theft.&nbsp;

Dresden from the state&nbsp;prosecutor's office said that a 54-year-old suspect was detained for offering a valuable robbed item.&nbsp;

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German authorities on Saturday (Dec 17) said that they had found a "considerable portion" of 31 items of 18th-century jewellery from a 2019 robbery at Berlin's museum.

German authorities on Saturday (Dec 17) said that they had found a "considerable portion" of 31 items of 18th-century jewellery from a 2019 robbery at Berlin's museum. The discovery came during the trial of the six suspects over the night-time raid on the Green Vault museum in November 2019, AFP reported. German media reported the incident as the biggest art robbery, with insurance experts estimating that the stolen items were worth at least 113.8 million euros ($120 million). Also read | 450 Celtic coins worth millions of euros stolen from Germany museum in high security zone The thieves stole a total of 21 items of jewellery and other items from the Saxon ruler Augustus the Strong, with more than 4,300 individual diamonds. A sword with a diamond-studded hilt and a shoulder piece that had a renowned 49-carat Dresden white diamond were among the precious items. With ongoing "explanatory talks" some pieces, including a brooch of Queen Amalie Auguste of Saxony, are still missing. Members of "Remmo clan," are the suspects in the raid trial. The trial which began in January is set to resume on Tuesday. Also read | US returns 192 stolen artifacts worth $3.4mn to Pakistan; 7 found guilty of theft, trafficking If found guilty, the suspects might spend up to 10 years in prison. Police and prosecutors said that nearly 40 people are believed to be involved in the daring theft. Dresden from the state prosecutor's office said that a 54-year-old suspect was detained for offering a valuable robbed item. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

German authorities recover 31 jewellery items worth millions of euros robbed in 2019 Berlin museum heist

This summer, Australians might have to control their craving for fries.&nbsp;

A prominent grocer in Australia recently restricted the purchase of potatoes due to a severe shortage, Bloomberg reported.

Australia's second-largest grocer Coles Group Ltd on Thursday issued a statement on its website saying it had temporarily imposed a purchase limit of two packets of frozen fries per transaction for supply concerns.&nbsp;

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Many believe that this year's flooding and severe heavy rainfall along Australia's east coast destroyed various household essential crops, including lettuce, and grains like wheat and fruits as well as caused shortages.

This adds to already existing pressure on Australia which is exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This is because the fight has disrupted international supply networks and raised the cost of agricultural supplies causing shortages. &nbsp;

According to AUSVEG, Tasmania's weather made it difficult for farmers to go to the fields with machines that hinder potato seeding operations.&nbsp;

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AUSVEG's national manager of communications said, "It’s delayed planting windows, and you can only delay the window so long before you start to lose the opportunity."&nbsp;He added that the effects on processed potato products will roughly last till 2023.&nbsp;

Australians are currently paying more for groceries amid disruption along with daily living expenses rising.&nbsp;

Australia's annual inflation rate lately has increased to a 32-year high in the third quarter.&nbsp; 
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This summer, Australians might have to control their craving for fries. A prominent grocer in Australia recently restricted the purchase of potatoes due to a severe shortage, Bloomberg reported.

This summer, Australians might have to control their craving for fries. A prominent grocer in Australia recently restricted the purchase of potatoes due to a severe shortage, Bloomberg reported. Australia's second-largest grocer Coles Group Ltd on Thursday issued a statement on its website saying it had temporarily imposed a purchase limit of two packets of frozen fries per transaction for supply concerns. Also read | Ex deputy PM of Australia Michael McCormack falls ill after consuming Kava during visit to Pacific Islands Many believe that this year's flooding and severe heavy rainfall along Australia's east coast destroyed various household essential crops, including lettuce, and grains like wheat and fruits as well as caused shortages. This adds to already existing pressure on Australia which is exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This is because the fight has disrupted international supply networks and raised the cost of agricultural supplies causing shortages. According to AUSVEG, Tasmania's weather made it difficult for farmers to go to the fields with machines that hinder potato seeding operations. Also read | Is the secret out? Fast food enthusiast claims he has cracked McDonald's cheeseburger recipe AUSVEG's national manager of communications said, "It’s delayed planting windows, and you can only delay the window so long before you start to lose the opportunity." He added that the effects on processed potato products will roughly last till 2023. Australians are currently paying more for groceries amid disruption along with daily living expenses rising. Australia's annual inflation rate lately has increased to a 32-year high in the third quarter. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'No fries': Potato shortage hits Australia, prominent grocer limits purchases

Irmgard Furchner, 97, a former secretary who worked as a typist for the commander of a Nazi concentration camp during World War II, has been convicted of complicity in the murders of over 10,505 people.

Hired at Stutthof, she is also one of the first women who served a two-year suspended jail term.

Despite being a domestic worker, the typist was found guilty as the court believed she was aware of all the activities, BBC reported.&nbsp;

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When the trial began in September 2021, Furchner fled her community retirement home and was found on the street by police in Hamburg.&nbsp;

After 40 days, she broke her silence. She said, "I'm sorry about everything that happened."

Her lawyers argued that she should not be found guilty as being one of the numerous typists in Hoppe's office raised many questions about what she knew.&nbsp;

But Stefan Hordler, a historian played a crucial role. He presented pieces of evidence. It became clear that Furchner was able to see one of the worst conditions at the camp.&nbsp;

Stutthof's commander Paul-Werner Hoppe was also jailed in 1955 for being an accessory to murder. He was released after five years.&nbsp;

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Since the conviction of former Nazi death guard John Demjanjuk in 2011, a number of prosecutions have taken place in Germany. He was found to have given sufficient evidence to prove conspiracy.&nbsp;

It is believed that Furchner's case could be the last to take place for Nazi-era crimes. 
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According to estimates, some 65,000 individuals including Jewish prisoners and captured Soviet soldiers were killed.&nbsp;

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Irmgard Furchner, 97, a former secretary who worked as a typist for the commander of a Nazi concentration camp during World War II, has been convicted of complicity in the murders of over 10,505 people.

Irmgard Furchner, 97, a former secretary who worked as a typist for the commander of a Nazi concentration camp during World War II, has been convicted of complicity in the murders of over 10,505 people. Hired at Stutthof, she is also one of the first women who served a two-year suspended jail term. Despite being a domestic worker, the typist was found guilty as the court believed she was aware of all the activities, BBC reported. Also read | 'Jewish people, forgive Hitler today': Kanye West courts controversy once again for anti-semitic remark When the trial began in September 2021, Furchner fled her community retirement home and was found on the street by police in Hamburg. After 40 days, she broke her silence. She said, "I'm sorry about everything that happened." Her lawyers argued that she should not be found guilty as being one of the numerous typists in Hoppe's office raised many questions about what she knew. But Stefan Hordler, a historian played a crucial role. He presented pieces of evidence. It became clear that Furchner was able to see one of the worst conditions at the camp. Stutthof's commander Paul-Werner Hoppe was also jailed in 1955 for being an accessory to murder. He was released after five years. Also read | In Pics | Holocaust: Unseen ghastly images of Nazis' Kristallnacht pogrom Since the conviction of former Nazi death guard John Demjanjuk in 2011, a number of prosecutions have taken place in Germany. He was found to have given sufficient evidence to prove conspiracy. It is believed that Furchner's case could be the last to take place for Nazi-era crimes. According to estimates, some 65,000 individuals including Jewish prisoners and captured Soviet soldiers were killed. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'I'm sorry about everything': Former Nazi typist convicted for her role in over 10,000 murders

Authorities have arrested the lawyer&nbsp;of the two journalists jailed for covering&nbsp;Mahsa Amini's death and the protest, an Iranian newspaper on Saturday said.&nbsp;Ham Mihan newspaper&nbsp;said, "Mohammad Ali Kamfirouzi, the lawyer for several activists and journalists, has been detained." 
 
He didn't receive a summon and is unaware of the charges under which he has been arrested said Mohammed Ali Bagherpour, Kamfirouzi's lawyer.

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Iran has been in turmoil since the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who was arrested over her dress code, and later died on September 16.&nbsp;

The two female journalists,&nbsp;Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi were detained for covering Amini's death and protests.&nbsp;

Niloufar Hamedi who works at Shargh, was detained on September 20 after she went to the hospital where Amini was admitted.&nbsp;

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Elaheh Mohammadi was taken into custody on September 29 after he travelled to Amini's hometown to report on her funeral.&nbsp;

Both journalists were charged with propaganda against the state and conspiring against national security on November 8.

Reporters Without Borders (RSF), a Paris-based media watchdog, demanded their immediate release.&nbsp;

On December 3, Iran said that over 200 people have been killed in the protests including security personnel.

However, a Norway-based Human rights group updating the toll on Saturday said that nearly 469 individuals have been killed.&nbsp;

Ever since the protests began, thousands of individuals have been killed over the protest.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Authorities have arrested the lawyer of the two journalists jailed for covering Mahsa Amini's death and the protest, an Iranian newspaper on Saturday said. Ham Mihan newspaper said, "Mohammad Ali Kamfirouzi, the lawyer for several activists and journalists, has been detained.

Authorities have arrested the lawyer of the two journalists jailed for covering Mahsa Amini's death and the protest, an Iranian newspaper on Saturday said. Ham Mihan newspaper said, "Mohammad Ali Kamfirouzi, the lawyer for several activists and journalists, has been detained." He didn't receive a summon and is unaware of the charges under which he has been arrested said Mohammed Ali Bagherpour, Kamfirouzi's lawyer. Also read | Ukraine air defence shot down Iran-made 13 kamikaze drones targeting Kyiv, claims Zelensky Iran has been in turmoil since the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who was arrested over her dress code, and later died on September 16. The two female journalists, Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi were detained for covering Amini's death and protests. Niloufar Hamedi who works at Shargh, was detained on September 20 after she went to the hospital where Amini was admitted. Watch | Gravitas: Iranian public figures stand up for women's rights Elaheh Mohammadi was taken into custody on September 29 after he travelled to Amini's hometown to report on her funeral. Both journalists were charged with propaganda against the state and conspiring against national security on November 8. Reporters Without Borders (RSF), a Paris-based media watchdog, demanded their immediate release. On December 3, Iran said that over 200 people have been killed in the protests including security personnel. However, a Norway-based Human rights group updating the toll on Saturday said that nearly 469 individuals have been killed. Ever since the protests began, thousands of individuals have been killed over the protest. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Iranian authorities arrest lawyer of several jailed activists, journalists, say reports

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said that he had "nothing to do" with the arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor. In other news, the United Nations rights chief expressed relief at Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s decision to reinstate several journalists on the social media platform but said that "serious concerns remain". Finally, former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger compared Messi to a lion-tamer in a circus.

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However, President Erdogan maintained that he had no role in the court's verdict.

"What is behind the storm sparked by a verdict these past few days? This debate has nothing to do with us - neither with me nor with our nation," said Erdogan, while making his first comments on the issue since the verdict was given on Wednesday.

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"Good news that journalists are being reinstated Twitter, but serious concerns remain," Volker Turk tweeted while making it clear that "Twitter has a responsibility to respect human rights."

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Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes that Messi is like a lion-tamer in a circus when he has the ball at his feet.&nbsp;

"I've seen him here in the middle of three players and he's like a guy with a lion in the circus. He tells the ball 'you listen to me, my friend, I'm the boss here'," Wenger was quoted as saying by AFP.&nbsp;

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The police arrested 44 people due to their involvement in violent protests against the rising fuel prices in Jordan on Saturday. The protests were held all around the country and they ended up claiming the life of a senior police official, according to Jordan’s security agency.

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Ham Mihan newspaper&nbsp;said, "Mohammad Ali Kamfirouzi, the lawyer for several activists and journalists, has been detained."

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Ukraine has started work towards restoring electricity and water supplies to cities affected by Russian missile strikes in the ongoing conflict. The targeted attack on Ukrainian infrastructure has left around 10 million Ukrainians without any proper source of electricity and even the World Health Organisation said that the lack of power can result in the winter turning “deadly” for a lot of them.

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China could end up witnessing more than a million Covid deaths in 2023 if it decides to stay with its decision of lifting the stringent coronavirus regulations, a new projection from a US-based institute has claimed.&nbsp;According to the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), by April 1, China could register 322,000 deaths, when the Covid cases peak.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said that he had "nothing to do" with the arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor. In other news, the United Nations rights chief expressed relief at Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s decision to reinstate several journalists on the social media platform but said that "serious concerns remain".

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said that he had "nothing to do" with the arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor. In other news, the United Nations rights chief expressed relief at Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s decision to reinstate several journalists on the social media platform but said that "serious concerns remain". Finally, former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger compared Messi to a lion-tamer in a circus. Click on the headlines to read more: President Erdogan says 'nothing to do' with Istanbul mayor's conviction However, President Erdogan maintained that he had no role in the court's verdict. "What is behind the storm sparked by a verdict these past few days? This debate has nothing to do with us - neither with me nor with our nation," said Erdogan, while making his first comments on the issue since the verdict was given on Wednesday. UN expresses 'serious concerns' despite reinstatement of journalist on Twitter "Good news that journalists are being reinstated Twitter, but serious concerns remain," Volker Turk tweeted while making it clear that "Twitter has a responsibility to respect human rights." FIFA World Cup 2022: Arsene Wenger compares Lionel Messi to a lion-tamer. Here's why. Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes that Messi is like a lion-tamer in a circus when he has the ball at his feet. "I've seen him here in the middle of three players and he's like a guy with a lion in the circus. He tells the ball 'you listen to me, my friend, I'm the boss here'," Wenger was quoted as saying by AFP. 44 people arrested in Jordan after protests against rise in fuel prices The police arrested 44 people due to their involvement in violent protests against the rising fuel prices in Jordan on Saturday. The protests were held all around the country and they ended up claiming the life of a senior police official, according to Jordan’s security agency. Iranian authorities arrest lawyer of several jailed activists and journalists, says report Ham Mihan newspaper said, "Mohammad Ali Kamfirouzi, the lawyer for several activists and journalists, has been detained." Ukraine works to restore power as Vladimir Putin meets Russian military officials Ukraine has started work towards restoring electricity and water supplies to cities affected by Russian missile strikes in the ongoing conflict. The targeted attack on Ukrainian infrastructure has left around 10 million Ukrainians without any proper source of electricity and even the World Health Organisation said that the lack of power can result in the winter turning “deadly” for a lot of them. China likely to record one million Covid deaths in 2023, says projection by US institute China could end up witnessing more than a million Covid deaths in 2023 if it decides to stay with its decision of lifting the stringent coronavirus regulations, a new projection from a US-based institute has claimed. According to the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), by April 1, China could register 322,000 deaths, when the Covid cases peak. Philippines communist leader Jose Maria Sison dies at 83 in Netherlands The Communist Party of the Philippines on Saturday announced that Jose Maria Sison passed away at 83. Watch | Gravitas Plus: China provokes India again. But is India alone? Watch | Twitter files 6.0 exposes tech giant's links with FBI

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Fresh clashes erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Afghan troops opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one and injured nearly 12, a defence source said on Thursday (Dec 15), Reuters reported.&nbsp;The latest firing shows mistrust between the two neighbouring countries.&nbsp;

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According to the source, the firing took place in Balochistan's Chaman area, where children and women were also among the injured.&nbsp;

This is the second such incident reported of firing by the Afghan troops. A similar instance occurred on December 10, which claimed the lives of eight Pakistanis and one Afghan soldier along with 16 injured. &nbsp;

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Both governments blamed each other for the attack. Taliban-led Afghanistan government took to Twitter and claimed that Pakistani forces had opened fire first.&nbsp;

Also known as Friendship Gate, Balochistan's border was closed after an armed Afghan crossed the border and opened fire which killed one soldier and injured two individuals, PTI reported.&nbsp;

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Similarly, last month eight people, including two kids and three paramilitary soldiers, were injured in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province when some Afghans opened fire over a dispute.&nbsp;

Pakistan and Afghanistan share a 2,600 km border. Despite being neighbours, both countries have been in a territorial dispute.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Fresh clashes erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Afghan troops opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one and injured nearly 12, a defence source said on Thursday (Dec 15), Reuters reported.

Fresh clashes erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Afghan troops opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one and injured nearly 12, a defence source said on Thursday (Dec 15), Reuters reported. The latest firing shows mistrust between the two neighbouring countries. Also read | Pak PM warns Taliban 'ensure such incidents aren’t repeated', after firing along Afghan border kills six According to the source, the firing took place in Balochistan's Chaman area, where children and women were also among the injured. This is the second such incident reported of firing by the Afghan troops. A similar instance occurred on December 10, which claimed the lives of eight Pakistanis and one Afghan soldier along with 16 injured. Watch | 6 Pak civilians, 1 Taliban soldier killed at Spin Boldak in fresh series of mortar attack Both governments blamed each other for the attack. Taliban-led Afghanistan government took to Twitter and claimed that Pakistani forces had opened fire first. Also known as Friendship Gate, Balochistan's border was closed after an armed Afghan crossed the border and opened fire which killed one soldier and injured two individuals, PTI reported. Also read | Pakistan PM Sharif says willing to set aside all differences with Imran Khan Similarly, last month eight people, including two kids and three paramilitary soldiers, were injured in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province when some Afghans opened fire over a dispute. Pakistan and Afghanistan share a 2,600 km border. Despite being neighbours, both countries have been in a territorial dispute. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

One dead, 12 injured in fresh clash between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Balochistan border

Finnish Defence Minister Antti Kaikkonen will be taking paternity leave for almost two months early next year amid his country's bid to join NATO.&nbsp;

Kaikkonen on Twitter said, "Children are only little for a moment, and I want to remember it in more than just photographs."

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Centre MP Mikko Savola will take Kaikkonen's place in his absence.&nbsp;Centre party members praised his decision, AFP reported.&nbsp;

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Praising Kaikkonen, the Finance Minister and Centre Party leader Annika Saariko said, "We proudly support Antti Kaikkonene's decision."

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After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sweden and Finland broke their non-alignment and might become NATO members.&nbsp;

Both countries got support from all 30 NATO members except&nbsp;Turkey and Hungary.&nbsp;

While Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban last month said that the country would approve Sweden and Finland's accession to NATO, Turkey has demanded more rigid stands by both countries against Kurdish militants. &nbsp;

Finland offers 54 days of paternity leave to fathers whose children were born before September 2022.&nbsp;

According to the government, 80 per cent of fathers in Finland take paternity leave. &nbsp;

In the 1990s, the then prime minister Paavo Lipponen took paternity leave, making it a ground-breaking decision.&nbsp;

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Finnish Defence Minister Antti Kaikkonen will be taking paternity leave for almost two months early next year amid his country's bid to join NATO. Kaikkonen on Twitter said, "Children are only little for a moment, and I want to remember it in more than just photographs.

Finnish Defence Minister Antti Kaikkonen will be taking paternity leave for almost two months early next year amid his country's bid to join NATO. Kaikkonen on Twitter said, "Children are only little for a moment, and I want to remember it in more than just photographs." Also read | PM Victor Orban says Hungary will back Finland and Sweden's NATO bid next year Centre MP Mikko Savola will take Kaikkonen's place in his absence. Centre party members praised his decision, AFP reported. Keskusta valitsi tänään yksimielisesti kansanedustaja Mikko Savolan hoitamaan puolustusministerin tehtävää isyysvapaani ajan. Savolalla on puolustuspolitiikasta pitkä ja laaja kokemus ja osaaminen. Hommat tulevat taatusti hyvin hoitumaan. Annan Mikolle kaiken tarvittavan tuen. — Antti Kaikkonen (@anttikaikkonen) December 15, 2022 × Praising Kaikkonen, the Finance Minister and Centre Party leader Annika Saariko said, "We proudly support Antti Kaikkonene's decision." Also read | Jacinda Ardern snaps at scribe for asking if she met Finland PM because of similar age, gender After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sweden and Finland broke their non-alignment and might become NATO members. Both countries got support from all 30 NATO members except Turkey and Hungary. While Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban last month said that the country would approve Sweden and Finland's accession to NATO, Turkey has demanded more rigid stands by both countries against Kurdish militants. Finland offers 54 days of paternity leave to fathers whose children were born before September 2022. According to the government, 80 per cent of fathers in Finland take paternity leave. In the 1990s, the then prime minister Paavo Lipponen took paternity leave, making it a ground-breaking decision. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Finnish Defence Minister Antti Kaikkonen announces paternity leave amid NATO bid, Mikko Savola to replace him

Former Australian deputy prime minister Michael McCormack fell ill after drinking a bowl of Kava at once during his visit to Micronesia.&nbsp;

Kava is a powerful drink made with pepper plants with many qualities.&nbsp;

The MP took to Twitter and said, "Trouble is, I did stomach it! In a bid to show my respect to local traditions I drank the whole bowl of Sakau. Feeling much better now and it’s been a great chance to connect with our Pacific family in FSM."

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As he fell ill, the Australian delegation fanned him and rubbed his back as he held a can to his mouth. He was then assisted to a vehicle and driven to the hospital treated for dehydration.&nbsp;

Talking to Guardian he said that he was in good spirits until he had that kava and fell unexpectedly ill.&nbsp;

He said, "I was trying to be respectful – I really took one for team Australia."

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He added, "They made it in front of us, squeezing the juice out of these massive tree roots, just absolutely squeezing it. It had a peppery essence and I was OK for 10 to 15 minutes and then I thought, ‘ooooh, OK'."

"I went cross-eyed. I really did. Then someone got me a bucket and, well, yeah."

After he recovered the MP said he slept for 14 hours straight and later went to the Australian ambassador's house.&nbsp;

As a member of the bipartisan Australian parliamentary delegation on a tour to the Pacific region, McCormack stayed in Palikir while others went&nbsp;to Palau.&nbsp;

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Former Australian deputy prime minister Michael McCormack fell ill after drinking a bowl of Kava at once during his visit to Micronesia. Kava is a powerful drink made with pepper plants with many qualities.

Former Australian deputy prime minister Michael McCormack fell ill after drinking a bowl of Kava at once during his visit to Micronesia. Kava is a powerful drink made with pepper plants with many qualities. The MP took to Twitter and said, "Trouble is, I did stomach it! In a bid to show my respect to local traditions I drank the whole bowl of Sakau. Feeling much better now and it’s been a great chance to connect with our Pacific family in FSM." Trouble is, I did stomach it! In a bid to show my respect to local traditions I drank the whole bowl of Sakau. Feeling much better now and it’s been a great chance to connect with our Pacific family in FSM. 🇦🇺🇫🇲 https://t.co/Bs1QKBvtYa — Michael McCormack (@M_McCormackMP) December 15, 2022 × Also read | 'Fraud alert': Nearly 11,000 Australians lost over $7 million to a 'Hi mum' message on WhatsApp As he fell ill, the Australian delegation fanned him and rubbed his back as he held a can to his mouth. He was then assisted to a vehicle and driven to the hospital treated for dehydration. Talking to Guardian he said that he was in good spirits until he had that kava and fell unexpectedly ill. He said, "I was trying to be respectful – I really took one for team Australia." Also read | Spinach poisoning sparks health scare in Australia, people suffer sickness, hallucinations He added, "They made it in front of us, squeezing the juice out of these massive tree roots, just absolutely squeezing it. It had a peppery essence and I was OK for 10 to 15 minutes and then I thought, ‘ooooh, OK'." "I went cross-eyed. I really did. Then someone got me a bucket and, well, yeah." After he recovered the MP said he slept for 14 hours straight and later went to the Australian ambassador's house. As a member of the bipartisan Australian parliamentary delegation on a tour to the Pacific region, McCormack stayed in Palikir while others went to Palau. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Australia's former deputy PM Michael McCormack rushed to hospital after drinking a bowl of kava at once

Another scam case makes headlines. This time a scam message has made Australians lose over seven million dollars this year.&nbsp;

The scam happened mostly over Whatsapp where fraudsters pretended to be their family members and messaged asking for money.

To get the victim's attention, the fraudsters texted "Hi mum" in the messages, Money control reported.&nbsp;

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After the victim was convinced that the person texting is actually their son or daughter or close family member, the fraudster began asking for money assuming that their phone is lost and using a new phone number to ask for help.&nbsp;

The majority of victims were women older than 55 years old.&nbsp;As per reports till now over $7.2 million has been scammed&nbsp;by nearly 11,000 people as of now.&nbsp;

The Australian Consumer and Competition Commission (ACCC) claimed that the number of frauds raised rapidly in the last three months.

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It said, "We’re urging Australians to be wary of phone messages from a family member or friend claiming they need help, following a significant rise in ‘Hi Mum’ scams. More than 1,150 people fell victim to the scam, with total reported losses of $2.6 million."&nbsp;

ACCC's deputy chairman gave instructions. He said, "If you’re contacted by someone claiming to be your son, daughter, relative, or friend, start by calling them on the number already stored in your phone to confirm if it’s no longer in use. If they pick up – you know it’s a scam."

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Another scam case makes headlines. This time a scam message has made Australians lose over seven million dollars this year. The scam happened mostly over Whatsapp where fraudsters pretended to be their family members and messaged asking for money.

Another scam case makes headlines. This time a scam message has made Australians lose over seven million dollars this year. The scam happened mostly over Whatsapp where fraudsters pretended to be their family members and messaged asking for money. To get the victim's attention, the fraudsters texted "Hi mum" in the messages, Money control reported. Also read | ‘Pig butchering’ crypto scam: How a wrong text message can swipe out millions of dollars After the victim was convinced that the person texting is actually their son or daughter or close family member, the fraudster began asking for money assuming that their phone is lost and using a new phone number to ask for help. The majority of victims were women older than 55 years old. As per reports till now over $7.2 million has been scammed by nearly 11,000 people as of now. The Australian Consumer and Competition Commission (ACCC) claimed that the number of frauds raised rapidly in the last three months. Also read | India: '4G to 5G SIM upgrade' scam, here's everything you need to know It said, "We’re urging Australians to be wary of phone messages from a family member or friend claiming they need help, following a significant rise in ‘Hi Mum’ scams. More than 1,150 people fell victim to the scam, with total reported losses of $2.6 million." ACCC's deputy chairman gave instructions. He said, "If you’re contacted by someone claiming to be your son, daughter, relative, or friend, start by calling them on the number already stored in your phone to confirm if it’s no longer in use. If they pick up – you know it’s a scam." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'Fraud alert': Nearly 11,000 Australians lost over $7 million to a 'Hi mum' message on WhatsApp

Thailand's royal palace on Thursday said that King Maha Vajiralongkorn's eldest child, princess Bajrakitiyabha has been hospitalised due to a heart problem.&nbsp;Giving an update on her health, the royal palace stated that the princess is now doing fine and her condition is stable, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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Bajrakitiyabha, 44, was attending a dog championship organised by the army when she fell unconscious and was taken to hospital.&nbsp;

After her situation was stable, she was taken to Bangkok in a helicopter.&nbsp;

She was treated at Bangkok's Chulalongkorn hospital, where she underwent several tests and treatment.&nbsp;

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Princess has worked as Thailand's Ambassador to Austria, Slovakia and Slovenia and might be crowned. She has also worked with the United Nations.

Princess Bajrakitiyabha is one of the three children of the king who has yet to formally announce an heir. As per reports, there has been no official discussion over the princess taking the throne.&nbsp;

Earlier, the royal palace rule mentioned that a male should be the heir&nbsp;to the throne, however, the 1974 amendment to the constitution&nbsp;allowed the daughter of the royals to be crowned.

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Thailand's royal palace on Thursday said that King Maha Vajiralongkorn's eldest child, princess Bajrakitiyabha has been hospitalised due to a heart problem. Giving an update on her health, the royal palace stated that the princess is now doing fine and her condition is stable, Reuters reported.

Thailand's royal palace on Thursday said that King Maha Vajiralongkorn's eldest child, princess Bajrakitiyabha has been hospitalised due to a heart problem. Giving an update on her health, the royal palace stated that the princess is now doing fine and her condition is stable, Reuters reported. Also read | After storied life, Thai princess turned populist aims to be PM Bajrakitiyabha, 44, was attending a dog championship organised by the army when she fell unconscious and was taken to hospital. After her situation was stable, she was taken to Bangkok in a helicopter. She was treated at Bangkok's Chulalongkorn hospital, where she underwent several tests and treatment. Also read | Pop-singing Thai princess Ubolratana, now plunging into politics Princess has worked as Thailand's Ambassador to Austria, Slovakia and Slovenia and might be crowned. She has also worked with the United Nations. Princess Bajrakitiyabha is one of the three children of the king who has yet to formally announce an heir. As per reports, there has been no official discussion over the princess taking the throne. Earlier, the royal palace rule mentioned that a male should be the heir to the throne, however, the 1974 amendment to the constitution allowed the daughter of the royals to be crowned. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Thai princess Bajrakitiyabha rushed to hospital due to heart condition, stable now 

The Cyberspace Administration of China drew strict regulations over governing online comments that came into effect on Thursday (Dec 16).&nbsp;

The cyber department said that these rules will help in protecting national security, public interest and citizens.

The rules were published last month. The new rules state, "Service providers shall... carry out a credit evaluation of users based on their commenting behaviour."

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It further stated that individuals who have been "seriosuly discredited" will be under 'blackist,' prohibiting them from commenting&nbsp;not even if they make a new account.&nbsp;

The Asian country with one of the most advanced technology has been under strict social media rules with a further threat to their freedom of expression.&nbsp;

Despite these social media platforms maintaining language, several too political, sensitive or insulting comments remain online.&nbsp;

The rules also stated that all users must register with their original names and phone numbers.&nbsp;

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While the state media praised the new rules saying "the internet is not a lawless zone," citizens objected to them.&nbsp;

One user on Weibo said, "It limits antisocial behaviour, rumours and online violence, but you also have to hear people's aspirations and criticisms."

Another user commented that the rules are not very detailed and "cut very wide."

A third user commented, "We hardly criticise them at all and already they can't stand it anymore."

The rules were proposed before the Covid protests in China started. Despite such tight rules over media platforms, new rallies were still circulating in the country.&nbsp;

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The Cyberspace Administration of China drew strict regulations over governing online comments that came into effect on Thursday (Dec 16). The cyber department said that these rules will help in protecting national security, public interest and citizens.

The Cyberspace Administration of China drew strict regulations over governing online comments that came into effect on Thursday (Dec 16). The cyber department said that these rules will help in protecting national security, public interest and citizens. The rules were published last month. The new rules state, "Service providers shall... carry out a credit evaluation of users based on their commenting behaviour." Also read | China to crackdown on users “liking” inappropriate social media posts It further stated that individuals who have been "seriosuly discredited" will be under 'blackist,' prohibiting them from commenting not even if they make a new account. The Asian country with one of the most advanced technology has been under strict social media rules with a further threat to their freedom of expression. Despite these social media platforms maintaining language, several too political, sensitive or insulting comments remain online. The rules also stated that all users must register with their original names and phone numbers. Also read | Seeking to counter China, Biden says US is 'all in' in Africa's future While the state media praised the new rules saying "the internet is not a lawless zone," citizens objected to them. One user on Weibo said, "It limits antisocial behaviour, rumours and online violence, but you also have to hear people's aspirations and criticisms." Another user commented that the rules are not very detailed and "cut very wide." A third user commented, "We hardly criticise them at all and already they can't stand it anymore." The rules were proposed before the Covid protests in China started. Despite such tight rules over media platforms, new rallies were still circulating in the country. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

China issues new rules controlling regulation of online comments, says will protect national security

Washington-based think tank, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIC), has&nbsp; claimed that Vietnam has conducted major expansion in the South China Sea.&nbsp;The CSIS reported that Vietnam has conducted this expansion by dredging and landfill work at most of its outposts in South China, said a Reuters report.&nbsp;

CSIS's Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI) said that these efforts include expanded landfill work at four features and new dredging at five others.&nbsp;

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"The scale of the landfill work, while still falling far short of the more than 3,200 acres of land created by China from 2013 to 2016, is significantly larger than previous efforts from Vietnam and represents a major move toward reinforcing its position in the Spratly Islands," the&nbsp; CSIS report said.

The work in the Spratly&nbsp;Islands,&nbsp;which are also claimed by China and others, has created approximately 420 acres (170 hectares) of new land.&nbsp;

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CSIS's AMTI added that Vietnam's outposts at Namyit Island, Pearson Reef and Sand Cay were under major expansions with a dredged port cable which can host much larger vessels than the ones existing.&nbsp;

As per the CSIS report, Naymit Island and Pearson Reef at 117 acres (47 hectares) and 119 hectares are now larger than Spratly Island's 97 acres which had been Vietnam's largest outpost once.&nbsp;

The report said, "But Vietnam’s dredging and landfill activities in 2022 are substantial and signal an intent to significantly fortify its occupied features in the Spratlys."

It added, "(W)hat infrastructure the expanded outposts will host remains to be seen. Whether and to what degree China and other claimants react will bear watching."

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Washington-based think tank, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIC), has claimed that Vietnam has conducted major expansion in the South China Sea.

Washington-based think tank, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIC), has claimed that Vietnam has conducted major expansion in the South China Sea. The CSIS reported that Vietnam has conducted this expansion by dredging and landfill work at most of its outposts in South China, said a Reuters report. CSIS's Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI) said that these efforts include expanded landfill work at four features and new dredging at five others. Also read | Vietnam tightens rules for content on social media, move may help regime "The scale of the landfill work, while still falling far short of the more than 3,200 acres of land created by China from 2013 to 2016, is significantly larger than previous efforts from Vietnam and represents a major move toward reinforcing its position in the Spratly Islands," the CSIS report said. The work in the Spratly Islands, which are also claimed by China and others, has created approximately 420 acres (170 hectares) of new land. Also read | China's Xi asks communist Vietnam to 'never let anyone interfere' CSIS's AMTI added that Vietnam's outposts at Namyit Island, Pearson Reef and Sand Cay were under major expansions with a dredged port cable which can host much larger vessels than the ones existing. As per the CSIS report, Naymit Island and Pearson Reef at 117 acres (47 hectares) and 119 hectares are now larger than Spratly Island's 97 acres which had been Vietnam's largest outpost once. The report said, "But Vietnam’s dredging and landfill activities in 2022 are substantial and signal an intent to significantly fortify its occupied features in the Spratlys." It added, "(W)hat infrastructure the expanded outposts will host remains to be seen. Whether and to what degree China and other claimants react will bear watching." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Vietnam carries out major expansion in South China Sea, says US think tank report

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