In his first public appearance amid the collapse of FTX, a cryptocurrency firm that left investors with losses of billions of dollars, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fired tried to distance himself from committing any fraud.&nbsp;

"Look, I screwed up," he told the 'Deadlock conference' hosted by CNBC News and The New York Times, and apologised for his 'mistakes' and the firm's sudden collapse. He said that he didn't knowingly behave fraudulently.

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Speaking via video call, Bankman-Fried, occasionally on verge of tears, said, "I'm deeply sorry about what happened. Clearly, I made a lot of mistakes or things I would be able to give anything to be able to do over again."

He also said that the details that surfaced online shocked him amid the fall of the cryptocurrency firm.

Two individuals familiar with the situation said that Bankamn secretly transferred $10 billion in client money to Alameda Research, causing a liquidity crunch at the FTX. However, he told Reuters that he didn't move the money to the research firm and said he did not run Alameda.

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On Wednesday (Nov 30), he even said that he has close to nothing left and is now down to one credit card with nearly $100,000 in the bank.

The man once touted as a 'crypto genius' told the conference he is opening up against the advice of his lawyers from the Bahamas. When asked if he'll be travelling to the US, he said he might have to come for the upcoming congressional hearing over the company's collapse.&nbsp;

On November 11, Bankman-Fried resigned from FTX as the firm filed for bankruptcy protection while facing a significant financial crunch with a deluge of withdrawals from customers. A source told Reuters that the company has been facing US investigations since mid-November on how it handled customers' funds.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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In his first public appearance amid the collapse of FTX, a cryptocurrency firm that left investors with losses of billions of dollars, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fired tried to distance himself from committing any fraud.

In his first public appearance amid the collapse of FTX, a cryptocurrency firm that left investors with losses of billions of dollars, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fired tried to distance himself from committing any fraud. "Look, I screwed up," he told the 'Deadlock conference' hosted by CNBC News and The New York Times, and apologised for his 'mistakes' and the firm's sudden collapse. He said that he didn't knowingly behave fraudulently. Also read | Cryptocurrency lender BlockFi files for bankruptcy; FTX fallout rattles crypto industry Speaking via video call, Bankman-Fried, occasionally on verge of tears, said, "I'm deeply sorry about what happened. Clearly, I made a lot of mistakes or things I would be able to give anything to be able to do over again." He also said that the details that surfaced online shocked him amid the fall of the cryptocurrency firm. Two individuals familiar with the situation said that Bankamn secretly transferred $10 billion in client money to Alameda Research, causing a liquidity crunch at the FTX. However, he told Reuters that he didn't move the money to the research firm and said he did not run Alameda. Also read | Disgraced FTX founder ran the company as a 'personal fiefdom', say attorneys On Wednesday (Nov 30), he even said that he has close to nothing left and is now down to one credit card with nearly $100,000 in the bank. The man once touted as a 'crypto genius' told the conference he is opening up against the advice of his lawyers from the Bahamas. When asked if he'll be travelling to the US, he said he might have to come for the upcoming congressional hearing over the company's collapse. On November 11, Bankman-Fried resigned from FTX as the firm filed for bankruptcy protection while facing a significant financial crunch with a deluge of withdrawals from customers. A source told Reuters that the company has been facing US investigations since mid-November on how it handled customers' funds. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried apologises for his 'mistakes,' says didn't knowingly commit fraud

&nbsp;A court in Pakistan on Tuesday extended the remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Senator Azam Khan Swati till December 3 for his controversial tweets against senior army officials, The News International reported.

The court`s ruling comes after Azam Khan Swati was arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Cybercrime Wing on Sunday from his farmhouse in Chak Shahzad. Later, he was presented in court which ordered to keep him in physical remand for two days, as per The News International report.

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During the hearing on Tuesday, Senior Civil Judge Muhammad Shabbir Bhatti ruled that Swati will be handed over to the FIA till December 3. The court also agreed to his lawyer Babar Awan's petition not to present Swati in court citing security concerns, as per the news report.

The court also approved his counsel Babar Awan's petition not to present Swati in court citing security concerns. The FIA had called for six-day physical remand of the senator for further probe into his Twitter account and mobile phone.

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) directed the deputy attorney general to call for orders from the home secretary on the cases against the PTI leader. On Monday, Azam Khan Swati filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court and his lawyer Babar Awan appeared in the court. The lawyer in the court requested the judge that his client should not be kept in custody until all the cases against him are not received.

"Azam Swati is currently in physical remand, while 50 cases have been registered against him across the country," The International News quoted Babar Awan said.

"Until all details regarding the cases against my client are not received, he shouldn't be given into anyone's custody," Awan added.

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According to Awan, majority of the cases against Azam Khan Swati have been registered in Sindh and Balochistan. The court asked as to how the home secretary had authority over the provincial inspector generals of police (IGP), as per The News International report.

Awan told the court that the home secretary had control over the provincial IGPs. The court ordered to check if the home secretary has the authority as being said in the court and share details regarding the matter.&nbsp;

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A court in Pakistan on Tuesday extended the remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Senator Azam Khan Swati till December 3 for his controversial tweets against senior army officials, The News International reported.

A court in Pakistan on Tuesday extended the remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Senator Azam Khan Swati till December 3 for his controversial tweets against senior army officials, The News International reported. The court`s ruling comes after Azam Khan Swati was arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Cybercrime Wing on Sunday from his farmhouse in Chak Shahzad. Later, he was presented in court which ordered to keep him in physical remand for two days, as per The News International report. Also read | Policeman, 3 civilians killed in suicide attack in Pakistan During the hearing on Tuesday, Senior Civil Judge Muhammad Shabbir Bhatti ruled that Swati will be handed over to the FIA till December 3. The court also agreed to his lawyer Babar Awan's petition not to present Swati in court citing security concerns, as per the news report. The court also approved his counsel Babar Awan's petition not to present Swati in court citing security concerns. The FIA had called for six-day physical remand of the senator for further probe into his Twitter account and mobile phone. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) directed the deputy attorney general to call for orders from the home secretary on the cases against the PTI leader. On Monday, Azam Khan Swati filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court and his lawyer Babar Awan appeared in the court. The lawyer in the court requested the judge that his client should not be kept in custody until all the cases against him are not received. "Azam Swati is currently in physical remand, while 50 cases have been registered against him across the country," The International News quoted Babar Awan said. "Until all details regarding the cases against my client are not received, he shouldn't be given into anyone's custody," Awan added. Also read | Three dead, 23 injured in a suicide bombing in Pakistan after TTP ends ceasefire According to Awan, majority of the cases against Azam Khan Swati have been registered in Sindh and Balochistan. The court asked as to how the home secretary had authority over the provincial inspector generals of police (IGP), as per The News International report. Awan told the court that the home secretary had control over the provincial IGPs. The court ordered to check if the home secretary has the authority as being said in the court and share details regarding the matter. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Pak court extends remand of PTI leader Azam Khan Swati over tweets against senior army officials

The Chinese capital of Beijing reported a record 5,006 Covid cases on Wednesday, as the country struggles to get hold of the worst-ever outbreak of viral contagion amid growing public anger against President Xi Jinping's zero Covid regime. In other news, security forces shot dead an Iranian man who was celebrating his football team's loss to the United States at the World Cup, rights groups said. Meanwhile, the US Treasury Department has said that it had complied with the Supreme Court's order and has made available Donald Trump's tax returns to a congressional committee. Finally, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has apologised for his mistakes and said that he did not knowingly commit fraud.&nbsp;

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Across China, new Covid infections numbered 34,942 for Wednesday, coming slightly off a peak of 38,808 registered over the weekend.

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Activist Mehran Samak, 27, was honking his car horn in Bandar Anzali, a city on the Caspian Sea coast, when he was shot dead, human rights groups said.

Iran has been facing anti-regime protests following Mahsa Amini's death in police custody after being arrested by the morality police. Several people had refused to support the national team in response to a bloody government crackdown on the protests.&nbsp;

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The court had last week declined to interfere in the matter, saying that the House has the right to request the tax returns from the IRS.&nbsp;A department spokesperson said “Treasury has complied with last week’s court decision”.

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Speaking via video call, Bankman said, "I'm deeply sorry about what happened. Clearly, I made a lot of mistakes or things I would be able to give anything to be able to do over again."

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The Chinese capital of Beijing reported a record 5,006 Covid cases on Wednesday, as the country struggles to get hold of the worst-ever outbreak of viral contagion amid growing public anger against President Xi Jinping's zero Covid regime.

The Chinese capital of Beijing reported a record 5,006 Covid cases on Wednesday, as the country struggles to get hold of the worst-ever outbreak of viral contagion amid growing public anger against President Xi Jinping's zero Covid regime. In other news, security forces shot dead an Iranian man who was celebrating his football team's loss to the United States at the World Cup, rights groups said. Meanwhile, the US Treasury Department has said that it had complied with the Supreme Court's order and has made available Donald Trump's tax returns to a congressional committee. Finally, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has apologised for his mistakes and said that he did not knowingly commit fraud. Click on the headlines for more: Beijing reports 5,006 Covid cases as China stumbles through worst outbreak Across China, new Covid infections numbered 34,942 for Wednesday, coming slightly off a peak of 38,808 registered over the weekend. A protester celebrating Iran's World Cup exit was shot dead, say reports Activist Mehran Samak, 27, was honking his car horn in Bandar Anzali, a city on the Caspian Sea coast, when he was shot dead, human rights groups said. Iran has been facing anti-regime protests following Mahsa Amini's death in police custody after being arrested by the morality police. Several people had refused to support the national team in response to a bloody government crackdown on the protests. IRS releases Donald Trump's tax records to House Committee The court had last week declined to interfere in the matter, saying that the House has the right to request the tax returns from the IRS. A department spokesperson said “Treasury has complied with last week’s court decision”. Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried apologises for his 'mistakes,' says didn't knowingly commit fraud Speaking via video call, Bankman said, "I'm deeply sorry about what happened. Clearly, I made a lot of mistakes or things I would be able to give anything to be able to do over again." Watch | Islamic State group announces death of leader, appoints successor

Morning brief: Beijing reports 5,006 Covid cases, IRS releases Trump's tax records to House Committee & more

From a scientist's laptop to the syringe used to inject the UK's first Covid vaccine dose, an exhibition that opened Wednesday in London recounts the quest to produce a coronavirus jab through objects.&nbsp;The "Injecting Hope" show at the Science Museum "explores the worldwide effort to develop vaccines at pandemic speed", looking at key moments in their design, trial, manufacture and rollout, said deputy director Julia Knights.

Items on display include artworks, notes taken by UK vaccine chief Kate Bingham during early meetings to decide the country's strategy, and the syringe used to administer its first dose.

Once they had an understanding of the genetic make-up of this new virus, she essentially sat at home, on her laptop, in her pyjamas, drinking lots of&nbsp;cups&nbsp;of&nbsp;tea, designing a vaccine," explained exhibition curator Stewart Emmens.

"We have a laptop, we have a mug and we have a T-shirt on display here. It's nice, in amongst all the science, to really drive it home that there are people behind this, just normal people doing their jobs."

The museum began collecting objects related to Covid in February 2020 as "objects associated with epidemics and pandemics are largely missing from historic collections", said Emmens.

Crucial&nbsp;crabs

The first section features news footage of lockdowns and images of deserted capital cities, empty shelves, at-home schoolchildren and food delivery apps, taking visitors back to the pre-vaccine world.

After exploring the development and testing of the products, visitors then get a glimpse into the unprecedented plans to administer the vaccine to Britain's 67 million citizens.

Machines used to manufacture the vaccine are also on show along with personal artefacts of those at the heart of the battle to&nbsp;beat the virus.

They include the laptop and mug that Teresa Lambe, co-developer of the Oxford University/AstraZeneca vaccine, relied upon during a weekend of intense work to calculate what its chemical composition should be.

Along with Bingham's scribbled notes are maps integral to the UK's successful rollout.

"When we collected these, they were just plastered on the walls of NHS headquarters," explained Emmens.

"Most people would think... vaccinating countries would be a very much a digital project, very much a big data, number-crunching exercise.&nbsp;But here we have these physical maps, which were used quite early to work out where best to place vaccine centres."

He also hopes that the show will reassure those nervous about taking the vaccine due to its speedy arrival on the market.

"Nothing focuses the mind like a global pandemic," said Emmens.&nbsp;

"The vaccines were following the same processes of approval, and trialing and testing as would normally be the case," he said.

"But very cleverly, things were streamlined, overlapped in a way that gave the same results as you would get normally, without cutting corners."

Sitting incongruously among the gleaming machines are also a collection of&nbsp;crabs.

"We do have some examples of horseshoe&nbsp;crabs&nbsp;within the exhibition, which many visitors will be very surprised by," said Emmens.

The blood from the horseshoe&nbsp;crabs&nbsp;is&nbsp;highly sensitive to bacterial contamination, and is used to make sure the vaccine and the vials that carry it are clean, he explained.

"So they've played a... crucial if unlikely role in the vaccine story."

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From a scientist's laptop to the syringe used to inject the UK's first Covid vaccine dose, an exhibition that opened Wednesday in London recounts the quest to produce a coronavirus jab through objects.

From a scientist's laptop to the syringe used to inject the UK's first Covid vaccine dose, an exhibition that opened Wednesday in London recounts the quest to produce a coronavirus jab through objects. The "Injecting Hope" show at the Science Museum "explores the worldwide effort to develop vaccines at pandemic speed", looking at key moments in their design, trial, manufacture and rollout, said deputy director Julia Knights. Items on display include artworks, notes taken by UK vaccine chief Kate Bingham during early meetings to decide the country's strategy, and the syringe used to administer its first dose. Once they had an understanding of the genetic make-up of this new virus, she essentially sat at home, on her laptop, in her pyjamas, drinking lots of cups of tea, designing a vaccine," explained exhibition curator Stewart Emmens. "We have a laptop, we have a mug and we have a T-shirt on display here. It's nice, in amongst all the science, to really drive it home that there are people behind this, just normal people doing their jobs." The museum began collecting objects related to Covid in February 2020 as "objects associated with epidemics and pandemics are largely missing from historic collections", said Emmens. Crucial crabs The first section features news footage of lockdowns and images of deserted capital cities, empty shelves, at-home schoolchildren and food delivery apps, taking visitors back to the pre-vaccine world. After exploring the development and testing of the products, visitors then get a glimpse into the unprecedented plans to administer the vaccine to Britain's 67 million citizens. Machines used to manufacture the vaccine are also on show along with personal artefacts of those at the heart of the battle to beat the virus. They include the laptop and mug that Teresa Lambe, co-developer of the Oxford University/AstraZeneca vaccine, relied upon during a weekend of intense work to calculate what its chemical composition should be. Along with Bingham's scribbled notes are maps integral to the UK's successful rollout. "When we collected these, they were just plastered on the walls of NHS headquarters," explained Emmens. "Most people would think... vaccinating countries would be a very much a digital project, very much a big data, number-crunching exercise. But here we have these physical maps, which were used quite early to work out where best to place vaccine centres." He also hopes that the show will reassure those nervous about taking the vaccine due to its speedy arrival on the market. "Nothing focuses the mind like a global pandemic," said Emmens. "The vaccines were following the same processes of approval, and trialing and testing as would normally be the case," he said. "But very cleverly, things were streamlined, overlapped in a way that gave the same results as you would get normally, without cutting corners." Sitting incongruously among the gleaming machines are also a collection of crabs. "We do have some examples of horseshoe crabs within the exhibition, which many visitors will be very surprised by," said Emmens. The blood from the horseshoe crabs is highly sensitive to bacterial contamination, and is used to make sure the vaccine and the vials that carry it are clean, he explained. "So they've played a... crucial if unlikely role in the vaccine story." WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The results of Nepal's elections are yet to be declared fully but it seems that the ruling coalition in Kathmandu, led by the Nepali Congress, is likely to remain in power. However, the primary opposition CPN-UML might also have a sizable presence in the federal parliament.&nbsp;

While the Nepali Congress&nbsp;is expected to reach 138 seats in the 275-member House of Representatives, the CPN-UML is trying to club together with smaller parties&nbsp;and lure the Madhav Kumar Nepal-led CPN to somehow secure the magic numbers.

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As of now, the Election Commission has declared winners in 161 first-past-the-post parliamentary seats. Both NC and UML have won 54 seats. Under proportional representation, the UML is expected to secure 34 seats and NC is predicted to gain 32 seats.

NC's leader Bimalendra Nidhi said that the party will be choosing its first parliamentary party leader. He also said that he would easily have the majority since his party is the largest&nbsp; in the parliament. Bimalendra&nbsp;also said that the former alliance partners CPN-Maoists and CPN-Unified Socialists have said that they will continue the pact.

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On the other hand, Subas Chandra Nembang, leader of the CPN-UML said that his party will try to form a government and has begun discussions with other parties. The UML leader said that despite NC having more seats, UML is ahead in vote percentage.

Six sitting ministers of Sher Bahadur Deuba-led five-party coalition,&nbsp;including the Home Minister Khan, Minister for Water Supply Umakanta Chaudhary, and Minister of State for Prime Minister's office Umesh Shreshtha of the Nepali Congress,&nbsp;have lost elections to the house of representatives.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The results of Nepal's elections are yet to be declared fully but it seems that the ruling coalition in Kathmandu, led by the Nepali Congress, is likely to remain in power.

The results of Nepal's elections are yet to be declared fully but it seems that the ruling coalition in Kathmandu, led by the Nepali Congress, is likely to remain in power. However, the primary opposition CPN-UML might also have a sizable presence in the federal parliament. While the Nepali Congress is expected to reach 138 seats in the 275-member House of Representatives, the CPN-UML is trying to club together with smaller parties and lure the Madhav Kumar Nepal-led CPN to somehow secure the magic numbers. Also read | Nepal Elections 2022: Odds in PM Deuba's favour as Nepali Congress surges in trends As of now, the Election Commission has declared winners in 161 first-past-the-post parliamentary seats. Both NC and UML have won 54 seats. Under proportional representation, the UML is expected to secure 34 seats and NC is predicted to gain 32 seats. NC's leader Bimalendra Nidhi said that the party will be choosing its first parliamentary party leader. He also said that he would easily have the majority since his party is the largest in the parliament. Bimalendra also said that the former alliance partners CPN-Maoists and CPN-Unified Socialists have said that they will continue the pact. Also read | Nepal elections 2022: Current political scenario, electoral violence and road ahead On the other hand, Subas Chandra Nembang, leader of the CPN-UML said that his party will try to form a government and has begun discussions with other parties. The UML leader said that despite NC having more seats, UML is ahead in vote percentage. Six sitting ministers of Sher Bahadur Deuba-led five-party coalition, including the Home Minister Khan, Minister for Water Supply Umakanta Chaudhary, and Minister of State for Prime Minister's office Umesh Shreshtha of the Nepali Congress, have lost elections to the house of representatives. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Nepal Elections 2022: Nepali Congress has an edge over CPN-UML in race to form government

In an in-person meeting with the president of the European Council Charles Michel, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen strategic communication and coordination with the European Union.&nbsp;

During the meeting held at the Chinese capital's Great Hall of the People, Xi expressed hope that EU institutions and member states "will establish an objective and correct perception of China", the official broadcaster CCTV reported.

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Xi told Michel that China will remain open to European companies and hopes that the EU would eliminate its interference to provide a fair and transparent business environment for Chinese companies.

According to Xi, China and European Union should strengthen their macroeconomic policy coordination jointly&nbsp;and will ensure&nbsp;safety and stability of industrial supply chains.

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Michel decided to visit Beijing despite increasingly violent and outrageous protests in different parts of China against the Covid lockdowns. The meet was centred on Michel's plan to make Xi use his influence over Moscow to oppose its invasion of Ukraine. He also sought to discuss business ties with EU capitals and urged Western allies to maintain allies with China.&nbsp;

During his one-day visit, the EU chief Michel will also be meeting Premier Li Keqiang and Li Zhanshu, the chairman of the National People's Congress standing committee.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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In an in-person meeting with the president of the European Council Charles Michel, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen strategic communication and coordination with the European Union.

In an in-person meeting with the president of the European Council Charles Michel, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen strategic communication and coordination with the European Union. During the meeting held at the Chinese capital's Great Hall of the People, Xi expressed hope that EU institutions and member states "will establish an objective and correct perception of China", the official broadcaster CCTV reported. Also read | China willing to build closer partnership with Russia on energy issues, says Xi Jinping Xi told Michel that China will remain open to European companies and hopes that the EU would eliminate its interference to provide a fair and transparent business environment for Chinese companies. According to Xi, China and European Union should strengthen their macroeconomic policy coordination jointly and will ensure safety and stability of industrial supply chains. Also read | Beijing reports 5,006 Covid cases as China stumbles through worst outbreak Michel decided to visit Beijing despite increasingly violent and outrageous protests in different parts of China against the Covid lockdowns. The meet was centred on Michel's plan to make Xi use his influence over Moscow to oppose its invasion of Ukraine. He also sought to discuss business ties with EU capitals and urged Western allies to maintain allies with China. During his one-day visit, the EU chief Michel will also be meeting Premier Li Keqiang and Li Zhanshu, the chairman of the National People's Congress standing committee. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

President Xi meets EU's Charles Michel, says China hopes for fair and transparent ties

The Biden Administration&nbsp;is expected to announce substantial financial aid to Ukraine on Tuesday to help it deal with the damage caused by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, senior US officials said. Brutal attacks by Russia on the country's power grid have left millions with no heat and in darkness.&nbsp;

A senior State Department official said that the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken will announce&nbsp;the aid. The official said that the US has been working with the country's utilities and hardware providers along with European nations to install equipment that would help in restoring high-voltage transmission stations that have been damaged by the Russian missile strikes, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

The national grid operator Ukrenergo on Monday that it was forced to carry a regular emergency blackout across the country as it failed to repair the energy plant.&nbsp;

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Russia has been targeting Ukraine's energy sites since the beginning of October, with each attack causing more damage.

As per sources, the Biden administration has budgeted over a billion dollars for aid to Ukraine.&nbsp;

Infrastructure in Ukraine has been severely damaged by the Russian strikes&nbsp;and is expected to attack again like last week's bombardments, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zeelemnsky which will leave millions with frigid winters, and no water or power. He described Moscow's invasion as an act of revenge and pledged to rebuild "every site destroyed by&nbsp;the occupiers."

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Kyiv says that these attacks acknowledged by Russia are meant to harm the infrastructure and civilians making it a civil war.&nbsp;&nbsp;With Russia's attacks intensifying, Kyiv's Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told seven Nordic and Baltic foreign ministers that his country needs transformers and improved air defences.

Moscow's "special military operation" in Ukraine has entered its ninth month and it seems the fight might continue.&nbsp;

To help Ukraine, it is expected that Washington might also consider sending a Boeing proposal to supply Ukraine with cheap and small precision bombs.&nbsp;

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The Biden Administration is expected to announce substantial financial aid to Ukraine on Tuesday to help it deal with the damage caused by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, senior US officials said.

The Biden Administration is expected to announce substantial financial aid to Ukraine on Tuesday to help it deal with the damage caused by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, senior US officials said. Brutal attacks by Russia on the country's power grid have left millions with no heat and in darkness. A senior State Department official said that the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken will announce the aid. The official said that the US has been working with the country's utilities and hardware providers along with European nations to install equipment that would help in restoring high-voltage transmission stations that have been damaged by the Russian missile strikes, Reuters reported. The national grid operator Ukrenergo on Monday that it was forced to carry a regular emergency blackout across the country as it failed to repair the energy plant. Also read | Ukraine-Russia war escalated the real threat of chemical weapons warns global toxic arms watchdog Russia has been targeting Ukraine's energy sites since the beginning of October, with each attack causing more damage. As per sources, the Biden administration has budgeted over a billion dollars for aid to Ukraine. Infrastructure in Ukraine has been severely damaged by the Russian strikes and is expected to attack again like last week's bombardments, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zeelemnsky which will leave millions with frigid winters, and no water or power. He described Moscow's invasion as an act of revenge and pledged to rebuild "every site destroyed by the occupiers." Also read | Joe Biden 'monitoring' rare unrest in China as protesters demand freedom from Covid measures Kyiv says that these attacks acknowledged by Russia are meant to harm the infrastructure and civilians making it a civil war. With Russia's attacks intensifying, Kyiv's Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told seven Nordic and Baltic foreign ministers that his country needs transformers and improved air defences. Moscow's "special military operation" in Ukraine has entered its ninth month and it seems the fight might continue. To help Ukraine, it is expected that Washington might also consider sending a Boeing proposal to supply Ukraine with cheap and small precision bombs. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivered his first major foreign policy speech in London on Monday (November 28) as he called out China, stating that the "golden era" of ties with China was over. In other news, Elon Musk targeted Apple in a series of tweets on Monday, saying that the company has threatened to block Twitter Inc from its app store without giving any reason for it. Meanwhile, the Biden administration plans to release new energy aid for Ukraine to help restore power.&nbsp;

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In reference to former finance minister George Osborne's stance on Sino-British ties in 2015, Sunak said: "Let’s be clear, the so-called 'golden era' is over, along with the naive idea that trade would lead to social and political reform."&nbsp;

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The billionaire CEO of Twitter and Tesla also said that the iPhone maker had stopped advertising on the social media platform and was pressuring Twitter over content moderation demands.

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A senior State Department official on Tuesday said that the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken will announce&nbsp;the aid to help Ukraine in restoring power. The official said that the US has been working with the country's utilities and hardware providers along with European nations to install equipment that would help in restoring high-voltage transmission stations that have been damaged by the Russian missile strikes, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivered his first major foreign policy speech in London on Monday (November 28) as he called out China, stating that the "golden era" of ties with China was over.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivered his first major foreign policy speech in London on Monday (November 28) as he called out China, stating that the "golden era" of ties with China was over. In other news, Elon Musk targeted Apple in a series of tweets on Monday, saying that the company has threatened to block Twitter Inc from its app store without giving any reason for it. Meanwhile, the Biden administration plans to release new energy aid for Ukraine to help restore power. Click on the headlines to read more: Beijing poses 'systemic challenge' to UK and Britain's 'golden era' with China is over: Rishi Sunak In reference to former finance minister George Osborne's stance on Sino-British ties in 2015, Sunak said: "Let’s be clear, the so-called 'golden era' is over, along with the naive idea that trade would lead to social and political reform." Musk says Apple has threatened to block Twitter from App Store The billionaire CEO of Twitter and Tesla also said that the iPhone maker had stopped advertising on the social media platform and was pressuring Twitter over content moderation demands. US plans to release energy aid for Ukraine to help restore powers, Zelensky expects more attacks A senior State Department official on Tuesday said that the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken will announce the aid to help Ukraine in restoring power. The official said that the US has been working with the country's utilities and hardware providers along with European nations to install equipment that would help in restoring high-voltage transmission stations that have been damaged by the Russian missile strikes, Reuters reported. Watch | Buffalo supermarket attacker pleads guilty to murder, terrorism Watch |Protests spread in China as anger mounts over ‘zero-COVID’; other countries join in solidarity

Morning news brief: UK's 'golden era' with China is over, says Sunak, US plans energy aid for Ukraine & more 

Two&nbsp;Indian students died in the United States due to drowning.

The tragic incident took place on Saturday&nbsp;when both students went swimming at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri.&nbsp;

As per the death reports,&nbsp;one student died due to drowning and the second one died in an attempt to save another from drowning. But unfortunately, both lost their lives.&nbsp;

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The two were identified as Uthej Junta, 24 and Shiva Keliigari, 25. Both hailed from Telangana and were pursuing their master's degrees at St Louis University in Missouri.

The police statement said that on Saturday noon, first Kunta went swimming but when he did not return Kelliagri jumped to save him but failed to come back too.

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The two had been staying at an Airbnb whose manager said that he and his daughters immediately called 911 after hearing cries for help. He further added that even his brother jumped in the water to save them but by the time he got to the kayak, the boys were already gone.&nbsp;

The police said that following a call at 2:20 pm, the rescue services recovered Kunta's body two hours after the incident took place, however, Kelligaris' body was recovered a day later, PTI reported.&nbsp;

After hearing about the incident, Telangana's Minister K T Rao in a tweet expressed his condolence to the families and said that his team would assist the families in getting back the body remains.&nbsp;

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Two Indian students died in the United States due to drowning. The tragic incident took place on Saturday when both students went swimming at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri.

Two Indian students died in the United States due to drowning. The tragic incident took place on Saturday when both students went swimming at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. As per the death reports, one student died due to drowning and the second one died in an attempt to save another from drowning. But unfortunately, both lost their lives. Also read | US: Three Indian students, all in their 20s, killed in road accident in western Massachusetts The two were identified as Uthej Junta, 24 and Shiva Keliigari, 25. Both hailed from Telangana and were pursuing their master's degrees at St Louis University in Missouri. The police statement said that on Saturday noon, first Kunta went swimming but when he did not return Kelliagri jumped to save him but failed to come back too. Also read | Five Indian students killed in Canada road accident The two had been staying at an Airbnb whose manager said that he and his daughters immediately called 911 after hearing cries for help. He further added that even his brother jumped in the water to save them but by the time he got to the kayak, the boys were already gone. The police said that following a call at 2:20 pm, the rescue services recovered Kunta's body two hours after the incident took place, however, Kelligaris' body was recovered a day later, PTI reported. After hearing about the incident, Telangana's Minister K T Rao in a tweet expressed his condolence to the families and said that his team would assist the families in getting back the body remains. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Two Indian students die from drowning in Missouri 

The South Korean government has finally issued an order for thousands of truckers striking who are&nbsp;demanding better wages and working conditions. This is the first time the government has exercised its controversial powers under a law&nbsp;forcing strikers to get back to work.&nbsp;

The 'work&nbsp;start order' was issued in a cabinet meeting with the president's presence, targeting nearly 2,500 cement truckers out of the thousands to get back to the work, AP reported.&nbsp;

Officials said that the work order has been passed for the cement truckers as the construction&nbsp;industry caused major harm.

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The president said, "There’s no way to justify the act of taking the lives of people and the national economy as hostage to accomplish their own interest." He said that the strikes are causing harm to the foundation of the industries.&nbsp;

Anyone disobeying the order without a "justifiable reason" will have to either pay 30 million won ($22,400) or will be punishable with a three-year prison term.&nbsp;

Yoon's administration&nbsp;has offered a temporary extend&nbsp;for minimum freight fares for three years but denied any scope of widening such payments.

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Finance Minister Choo-Kyung-ho said that after the strikes began, the cement shipment has reduced by 90 per cent. He added that these strikes have even caused gas shortages at some gas stations.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The union leaders have refused to follow any order and accused President Yon Suk yeol's administration of suppressing their labour rights and ignoring their demands.

The truckers union in its statement said that the government's orders as an 'attack' on truckers' livelihoods and basic rights.&nbsp;On Monday (Nov 28), a settlement talk was organised by the transport ministry which turned out to be a failure as the unions weren't convinced.&nbsp;

Thousands of protesters have been striking since Thursday last week. As per the ministry, nearly 8,000 truckers participated in Monday's strike.&nbsp;

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The South Korean government has finally issued an order for thousands of truckers striking who are demanding better wages and working conditions. This is the first time the government has exercised its controversial powers under a law forcing strikers to get back to work.

The South Korean government has finally issued an order for thousands of truckers striking who are demanding better wages and working conditions. This is the first time the government has exercised its controversial powers under a law forcing strikers to get back to work. The 'work start order' was issued in a cabinet meeting with the president's presence, targeting nearly 2,500 cement truckers out of the thousands to get back to the work, AP reported. Officials said that the work order has been passed for the cement truckers as the construction industry caused major harm. Also read | South Korea: Transport ministry and striking truckers' union fail to reach settlement in first talks The president said, "There’s no way to justify the act of taking the lives of people and the national economy as hostage to accomplish their own interest." He said that the strikes are causing harm to the foundation of the industries. Anyone disobeying the order without a "justifiable reason" will have to either pay 30 million won ($22,400) or will be punishable with a three-year prison term. Yoon's administration has offered a temporary extend for minimum freight fares for three years but denied any scope of widening such payments. Also read | ‘We stop, the world will stop’: South Korean truckers’ strike to hit crucial trade routes Finance Minister Choo-Kyung-ho said that after the strikes began, the cement shipment has reduced by 90 per cent. He added that these strikes have even caused gas shortages at some gas stations. The union leaders have refused to follow any order and accused President Yon Suk yeol's administration of suppressing their labour rights and ignoring their demands. The truckers union in its statement said that the government's orders as an 'attack' on truckers' livelihoods and basic rights. On Monday (Nov 28), a settlement talk was organised by the transport ministry which turned out to be a failure as the unions weren't convinced. Thousands of protesters have been striking since Thursday last week. As per the ministry, nearly 8,000 truckers participated in Monday's strike. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

South Korean govt passes 'work start order,' instructs cement industry truckers to get back to job

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