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Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Paris on Tuesday after around 20,000 people defied a ban to rally over the 2016 death of a black man in police custody, galvanised by US demonstrations against racism and deadly police violence.

The protesters used slogans from the American protest movement to call for justice for Adama Traore, whose death four years ago has been a rallying cause against police brutality in France.

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The demonstration, which came after the release of two differing medical reports into the cause of Traore's death, had been prohibited by police citing a coronavirus ban on gatherings of more than 10 people.

The death of Adama Traore, 24, has been likened to the killing of George Floyd in the US, whose death has sparked protests across the country.

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The Paris police chief has rejected charges of racism against his force.

About 20,000 people defied the order on mass gatherings to join the protest. Initially peaceful, the march turned violent, with stones thrown at police and tear gas fired back.

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There were also demonstrations in other cities, including Marseille, Lyon and Lille. Some of the demonstrators carried Black Lives Matter placards - the movement that began in the US and has spread internationally.

Mr Traoré died in a police station after being apprehended by officers in the Paris suburbs and losing consciousness in their vehicle.

One of the officers told investigators that he and two colleagues pinned down Mr Traoré using their bodyweight.

Official reports indicate he died of heart failure, possibly due to an underlying health condition. Last Thursday, the officers who detained Mr Traoré were exonerated by a police investigation.

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Paris on Tuesday after around 20,000 people defied a ban to rally over the 2016 death of a black man in police custody, galvanised by US demonstrations against racism and deadly police violence.

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Paris on Tuesday after around 20,000 people defied a ban to rally over the 2016 death of a black man in police custody, galvanised by US demonstrations against racism and deadly police violence. The protesters used slogans from the American protest movement to call for justice for Adama Traore, whose death four years ago has been a rallying cause against police brutality in France. Also read: New York ripped to pieces, Governor refuses dominating National Guard: Trump The demonstration, which came after the release of two differing medical reports into the cause of Traore's death, had been prohibited by police citing a coronavirus ban on gatherings of more than 10 people. The death of Adama Traore, 24, has been likened to the killing of George Floyd in the US, whose death has sparked protests across the country. Also read: Is US on the brink of another civil war? The Paris police chief has rejected charges of racism against his force. About 20,000 people defied the order on mass gatherings to join the protest. Initially peaceful, the march turned violent, with stones thrown at police and tear gas fired back. People run from tear gas as they attend a banned demonstration planned in memory of Adama Traore, a 24-year old black Frenchman who died in a 2016 police operation which some have likened to the death of George Floyd in the United States, in front of courthouse in Paris, France June 2, 2020| REUTERS There were also demonstrations in other cities, including Marseille, Lyon and Lille. Some of the demonstrators carried Black Lives Matter placards - the movement that began in the US and has spread internationally. Mr Traoré died in a police station after being apprehended by officers in the Paris suburbs and losing consciousness in their vehicle. One of the officers told investigators that he and two colleagues pinned down Mr Traoré using their bodyweight. Official reports indicate he died of heart failure, possibly due to an underlying health condition. Last Thursday, the officers who detained Mr Traoré were exonerated by a police investigation.

Protesters and police clash in Paris protest against racism and deadly police violence

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg&nbsp;has announced that his company will contribute $10 million to "groups working on racial justice," and telling followers that he's working with advisers and employees to find organizations that "could most effectively use this right now.''

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The commitment from Facebook follows more than a&nbsp;week of protests around the country challenging police brutality, spurred by the dissemination of a video on Facebook showing the death of George Floyd, an African American man who was killed by police officers in Minneapolis.

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Zuckerberg’s pledge comes after&nbsp;several prominent Facebook employees expressed their frustration&nbsp;with their company’s response on Twitter and only a few hours before a number of the company’s workers staged a virtual walkout.

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The move of the employees,&nbsp;critical of Zuckerberg's decision to leave Trump's most inflammatory verbiage unchallenged where Twitter had labeled it, is&nbsp;reminiscent of a 2018 walkout at Alphabet Inc's&nbsp;Google over sexual harassment.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that his company will contribute $10 million to "groups working on racial justice," and telling followers that he's working with advisers and employees to find organizations that "could most effectively use this right now.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that his company will contribute $10 million to "groups working on racial justice," and telling followers that he's working with advisers and employees to find organizations that "could most effectively use this right now.'' The commitment from Facebook follows more than a week of protests around the country challenging police brutality, spurred by the dissemination of a video on Facebook showing the death of George Floyd, an African American man who was killed by police officers in Minneapolis. Also read: Facebook employees walk out after accusing Zuckerberg of 'inadequate policing' Zuckerberg’s pledge comes after several prominent Facebook employees expressed their frustration with their company’s response on Twitter and only a few hours before a number of the company’s workers staged a virtual walkout. Jason Toff, a director of product management at Facebook, wrote on Twitter: I work at Facebook and I am not proud of how we’re showing up. The majority of coworkers I’ve spoken to feel the same way. We are making our voice heard. — Jason Toff (@jasontoff) June 1, 2020 × The move of the employees, critical of Zuckerberg's decision to leave Trump's most inflammatory verbiage unchallenged where Twitter had labeled it, is reminiscent of a 2018 walkout at Alphabet Inc's Google over sexual harassment.

Amid criticism, Facebook pledges $10 million to 'groups working on racial justice'

When astronomers first spied a mysterious&nbsp;cigar-shaped object speeding past the sun&nbsp;last October, they could tell from its path that it had come from another star system but they didn't know exactly what it was.

<p content="When it flew past our sun, the world marvelled over its elongated, cigar-shaped body which&lt;a href=&quot;https://uk.news.yahoo.com/oumuamua-oh-interstellar-object-actually-225825249.html&quot;&gt; some scientists initially suggested might be an alien probe&lt;/a&gt;.&amp;nbsp;" data-reactid="24" type="text">The space rock&nbsp;named 'Oumuamua'&nbsp;was the first known&nbsp;interstellar object to visit our solar system, and made headlines around the world in 2017.

A study published on Wednesday in the journal Nature indicates that the interstellar visitor, dubbed Oumuamua, is neither an asteroid nor an&nbsp;alien spacecraft&nbsp;&nbsp;but a small interstellar comet also known as&nbsp;a hydrogen iceberg.

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<p content="What’s more, there might be many more of them out there, forming in the dense cores of molecular clouds throughout our Milky Way galaxy, the researchers suggest.&amp;nbsp;" data-reactid="26" type="text">What’s more, there might be many more of them out there, forming in the dense cores of molecular clouds throughout our Milky Way galaxy, the researchers suggest.&nbsp;

<p content="The researchers believe that the idea that it’s a block of hydrogen ice could explain many of the weird properties that led scientists to label it a possible alien spacecraft.&amp;nbsp;" data-reactid="29" type="text">The researchers believe that the idea that it’s a block of hydrogen ice could explain many of the weird properties that led scientists to label it a possible alien spacecraft.&nbsp;

Professor Gregory Laughlin of Yale said, “We developed a theory that explains all of ‘Oumuamua’s weird properties.&nbsp;

“We show that it was likely composed of hydrogen ice. This is a new type of object, but it looks like there may be many more of them showing up, going forward.”

<p content="Researchers at the University of Hawaii first discovered ‘Oumuamua in 2017, but as ‘Oumuamua hurtled through the inner part of the solar system, astronomers noticed it had several unusual properties.&amp;nbsp;" data-reactid="32" type="text">Researchers at the University of Hawaii first discovered ‘Oumuamua in 2017, but as ‘Oumuamua hurtled through the inner part of the solar system, astronomers noticed it had several unusual properties.&nbsp;

When astronomers first spied a mysterious cigar-shaped object speeding past the sun last October, they could tell from its path that it had come from another star system but they didn't know exactly what it was.

When astronomers first spied a mysterious cigar-shaped object speeding past the sun last October, they could tell from its path that it had come from another star system but they didn't know exactly what it was. The space rock named 'Oumuamua' was the first known interstellar object to visit our solar system, and made headlines around the world in 2017. A study published on Wednesday in the journal Nature indicates that the interstellar visitor, dubbed Oumuamua, is neither an asteroid nor an alien spacecraft but a small interstellar comet also known as a hydrogen iceberg. Also read: Unique cigar-shaped object is first interstellar asteroid What’s more, there might be many more of them out there, forming in the dense cores of molecular clouds throughout our Milky Way galaxy, the researchers suggest. The researchers believe that the idea that it’s a block of hydrogen ice could explain many of the weird properties that led scientists to label it a possible alien spacecraft. Professor Gregory Laughlin of Yale said, “We developed a theory that explains all of ‘Oumuamua’s weird properties. “We show that it was likely composed of hydrogen ice. This is a new type of object, but it looks like there may be many more of them showing up, going forward.” Researchers at the University of Hawaii first discovered ‘Oumuamua in 2017, but as ‘Oumuamua hurtled through the inner part of the solar system, astronomers noticed it had several unusual properties.

New theory finally identifies mysterious 'cigar' asteroid

Public health experts and officials have warned that the idea of ''air bridge''&nbsp;links between the UK and overseas holiday destinations may prove impossible this summer, amid continued concern over how they could operate safely.

Britain had confirmed on Tuesday it was looking at establishing "air bridges" with countries with low rates of coronavirus, exempting them from controversial quarantine measures.

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A series of reports have predicted air bridges could be in place by the end of June. While this appears to be the preference of the Department for Transport, other departments are understood to be more cautious and want to establish how they would work.

David Hunter, professor of epidemiology at Oxford University, said: ''Air bridges between countries with similar Covid risks make sense, if it’s in the interests of both countries. When it’s asymmetric, it’s not obvious how that would work.''

Public health experts have also noted the potential logistical difficulties of the UK having arrangements with any European countries that currently have much lower coronavirus infection levels.

Authorities in England will carry out spot checks on those self-isolating and breaches of the rules could be punished by a £1,000&nbsp;fine or prosecution.

Foreign nationals could be deported "as a last resort" if they break quarantine, while non-resident foreign nationals who do not comply could be refused entry at the border.

Under a plan announced last month to try to limit the spread of COVID-19, international arrivals from June 8 will be required to self-isolate for a fortnight.

Public health experts and officials have warned that the idea of ''air bridge'' links between the UK and overseas holiday destinations may prove impossible this summer, amid continued concern over how they could operate safely.

Public health experts and officials have warned that the idea of ''air bridge'' links between the UK and overseas holiday destinations may prove impossible this summer, amid continued concern over how they could operate safely. Britain had confirmed on Tuesday it was looking at establishing "air bridges" with countries with low rates of coronavirus, exempting them from controversial quarantine measures. Also read: UK to change immigration rules if China imposes new security law on Hong Kong A series of reports have predicted air bridges could be in place by the end of June. While this appears to be the preference of the Department for Transport, other departments are understood to be more cautious and want to establish how they would work. David Hunter, professor of epidemiology at Oxford University, said: ''Air bridges between countries with similar Covid risks make sense, if it’s in the interests of both countries. When it’s asymmetric, it’s not obvious how that would work.'' Public health experts have also noted the potential logistical difficulties of the UK having arrangements with any European countries that currently have much lower coronavirus infection levels. Authorities in England will carry out spot checks on those self-isolating and breaches of the rules could be punished by a £1,000 fine or prosecution. Foreign nationals could be deported "as a last resort" if they break quarantine, while non-resident foreign nationals who do not comply could be refused entry at the border. Under a plan announced last month to try to limit the spread of COVID-19, international arrivals from June 8 will be required to self-isolate for a fortnight.

UK: Health experts cast doubt on hopes for holiday 'air bridges'

A lawsuit has been filed by a non-profit group against US President Donald Trump's executive order targetting social media firms Facebook and Twitter claiming&nbsp;the edict violates free-speech protections guaranteed by the First Amendment. 
 
The suit, filed in US&nbsp;District Court for the District of Columbia, alleges that the executive order violates the First Amendment by curtailing and chilling the constitutionally protected speech of online platforms and individuals.

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The Justice Department declined to comment, according to spokeswoman Brianna Herlihy.

Trump, irate over&nbsp;Twitter’s move to append fact-checking labels to his inaccurate tweets&nbsp;about mail-in voting, issued an executive order May 28 that seeks to&nbsp;rescind legal immunity social networks have under current US&nbsp;law if they ''censor''&nbsp;speech.

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The law, as it currently stands, lets internet companies like&nbsp;Facebook, YouTube and&nbsp;Twitter&nbsp;moderate content on their services as they see fit, while protecting them from lawsuits over content shared on them.

He had asked federal regulators to look at provisions, contained in Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, that insulate the companies from liability for content posted by users.

A lawsuit has been filed by a non-profit group against US President Donald Trump's executive order targetting social media firms Facebook and Twitter claiming the edict violates free-speech protections guaranteed by the First Amendment.

A lawsuit has been filed by a non-profit group against US President Donald Trump's executive order targetting social media firms Facebook and Twitter claiming the edict violates free-speech protections guaranteed by the First Amendment. The suit, filed in US District Court for the District of Columbia, alleges that the executive order violates the First Amendment by curtailing and chilling the constitutionally protected speech of online platforms and individuals. Also read: White House doubles down & dares Twitter to block another Trump's tweet The Justice Department declined to comment, according to spokeswoman Brianna Herlihy. Trump, irate over Twitter’s move to append fact-checking labels to his inaccurate tweets about mail-in voting, issued an executive order May 28 that seeks to rescind legal immunity social networks have under current US law if they ''censor'' speech. Also read: Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter adds warning to his tweets The law, as it currently stands, lets internet companies like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter moderate content on their services as they see fit, while protecting them from lawsuits over content shared on them. He had asked federal regulators to look at provisions, contained in Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, that insulate the companies from liability for content posted by users.

Lawsuit filed against Trump's executive order targeting social media firms

June 3 in history: Germany bombs Paris, India's partition announced and more

Hong Kong lawmakers are set to resume a debate on Wednesday over a controversial bill that would make disrespecting China's national anthem a criminal offence, as the city ramps up for fresh protests amid simmering anti-government tensions.

An annual vigil to mark the June 4, 1989, anniversary of Chinese troops opening fire on pro-democracy students in and around Tiananmen Square has been cancelled for the first time ever due to the coronavirus but activists still plan to rally.

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The ban comes on the heels of China's plan to directly impose national security laws on Hong Kong, a move that has drawn international condemnation and revived anti-government demonstrations in the former British colony.

On Wednesday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Beijing's decision would "dramatically" erode Hong Kong's autonomy and the United Kingdom is prepared to change its immigration rules to accommodate Hong Kong residents.

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Even before China announced its plan for the security law, there was a surge in renewals of British National Overseas Passports by Hong Kong residents, while immigration consultants have reported a rush of inquiries from people looking to move overseas.

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam accused foreign governments on Tuesday of "double standards" in their reaction to Beijing's plans. Lam, along with officials from the justice and security departments, arrives in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss the new legislation.

Some companies, including HSBC Holdings, have come under pressure to support the national security law, with former Hong Kong leader Leung Chun-ying calling out the global bank for not making its "stance" clear on the legislation.

On Wednesday, Jardines Group, one of Hong Kong's original foreign trading houses, published a full-page statement in pro-Beijing newspaper Ta Kung Pao saying it was important to enact a legal framework to safeguard the city's national security.

"It can ensure that Hong Kong continues to absorb investment, increase job opportunities and guarantee people's livelihood," Jardines said in the statement.

The group's flagship company, Jardine Matheson Holdings, is listed in Singapore.

Hong Kong lawmakers are set to resume a debate on Wednesday over a controversial bill that would make disrespecting China's national anthem a criminal offence, as the city ramps up for fresh protests amid simmering anti-government tensions.

Hong Kong lawmakers are set to resume a debate on Wednesday over a controversial bill that would make disrespecting China's national anthem a criminal offence, as the city ramps up for fresh protests amid simmering anti-government tensions. An annual vigil to mark the June 4, 1989, anniversary of Chinese troops opening fire on pro-democracy students in and around Tiananmen Square has been cancelled for the first time ever due to the coronavirus but activists still plan to rally. Also read: United States 'considering' offering citizenship to Hong Kongers amid crisis with China The ban comes on the heels of China's plan to directly impose national security laws on Hong Kong, a move that has drawn international condemnation and revived anti-government demonstrations in the former British colony. On Wednesday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Beijing's decision would "dramatically" erode Hong Kong's autonomy and the United Kingdom is prepared to change its immigration rules to accommodate Hong Kong residents. Also read: 'Step back': United Kingdom hits out at China's attempts to assume control of Hong Kong Even before China announced its plan for the security law, there was a surge in renewals of British National Overseas Passports by Hong Kong residents, while immigration consultants have reported a rush of inquiries from people looking to move overseas. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam accused foreign governments on Tuesday of "double standards" in their reaction to Beijing's plans. Lam, along with officials from the justice and security departments, arrives in Beijing on Wednesday to discuss the new legislation. Some companies, including HSBC Holdings, have come under pressure to support the national security law, with former Hong Kong leader Leung Chun-ying calling out the global bank for not making its "stance" clear on the legislation. On Wednesday, Jardines Group, one of Hong Kong's original foreign trading houses, published a full-page statement in pro-Beijing newspaper Ta Kung Pao saying it was important to enact a legal framework to safeguard the city's national security. "It can ensure that Hong Kong continues to absorb investment, increase job opportunities and guarantee people's livelihood," Jardines said in the statement. The group's flagship company, Jardine Matheson Holdings, is listed in Singapore.

Tensions simmer in Hong Kong as controversial anthem law back up for debate

Washington's Catholic archbishop has strongly criticised President Donald Trump's visit to a shrine as civil unrest continues in the US over the death of George Floyd.

According to Archbishop Wilton D Gregory,&nbsp;Trump's visit&nbsp;"misused" and "manipulated" the Saint John Paul II National Shrine and he found action "baffling and reprehensible".

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On Tuesday, the&nbsp;Las Vegas sheriff had said an officer died&nbsp;in a shooting after police attempted to disperse a crowd, and four officers were injured on Monday in St Louis, Missouri.

Trump threatened to send in the military to quell disturbances, vowing to "dominate the streets", as protests sparked by the killing of Floyd, 46, in Minneapolis continued.

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The president said he would deploy the army if cities and states failed to control the protests. But on Tuesday at least one mayor rejected the use of National Guard and military forces.

Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden criticised Trump for using the crisis to appeal to his supporters, saying he was "serving the passions of his base".

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Washington's Catholic archbishop has strongly criticised President Donald Trump's visit to a shrine as civil unrest continues in the US over the death of George Floyd.

Washington's Catholic archbishop has strongly criticised President Donald Trump's visit to a shrine as civil unrest continues in the US over the death of George Floyd. According to Archbishop Wilton D Gregory, Trump's visit "misused" and "manipulated" the Saint John Paul II National Shrine and he found action "baffling and reprehensible". Also read: US President Trump poses for cameras with bible in hand amid riots On Tuesday, the Las Vegas sheriff had said an officer died in a shooting after police attempted to disperse a crowd, and four officers were injured on Monday in St Louis, Missouri. Trump threatened to send in the military to quell disturbances, vowing to "dominate the streets", as protests sparked by the killing of Floyd, 46, in Minneapolis continued. Also read: Nancy Pelosi promises legislation on the issues raised by murder of George Floyd The president said he would deploy the army if cities and states failed to control the protests. But on Tuesday at least one mayor rejected the use of National Guard and military forces. Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden criticised Trump for using the crisis to appeal to his supporters, saying he was "serving the passions of his base".

Archbishop attacks Trump's visit to a shrine amid civil unrest in US

China has refused to apologise for the for the bloody 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown&nbsp;on pro-democracy demonstrators in Beijing and called Taiwan's condition as ''nonense''

Thursday marks 31 years since Chinese troops opened fire to end the student-led unrest in and around the square. Chinese authorities ban any public commemoration of the event on the mainland.

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The government has never released a full death toll, but estimates from human rights groups and witnesses range from several hundred to several thousand.

The government of democratically-ruled and Chinese-claimed Taiwan, in a statement on the anniversary's eve, said Beijing should face up to the people's expectations for freedom and democracy and begin political reform.

Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-cant-be-silent-hong-kong-people-aim-to-mark-tiananmen-despite-ban-302645"> 'I can't be silent': Hong Kong people aim to mark Tiananmen despite ban</a>

China should "reassess the historical facts about the June 4 incident and sincerely apologise", the China-policy making Mainland Affairs Council said.

"We believe that those currently in power should have the courage to correct mistakes, immediately initiate reforms and return power to the people," it added.

In Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian rejected Taiwan's calls.

"The relevant remarks of the Taiwan authorities are totally nonsense. As to the political disturbance in the late 1980s China has drawn a clear conclusion," Zhao told a daily news briefing.

"The great achievements after the founding of new China fully demonstrate that the development path chosen by the new China is totally correct and in line with China's national conditions," he added, referring to the period post-1949 when the People's Republic of China was founded.

Taiwan tends to use the Tiananmen Square anniversary to criticise China and call for it to face up to what it did, to Beijing's repeated annoyance. China claims Taiwan as its own territory, to be taken back by force if necessary.

On Thursday, activists will mark the Tiananmen anniversary at a series of public events in Taiwan.

China has refused to apologise for the for the bloody 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators in Beijing and called Taiwan's condition as ''nonense'' Thursday marks 31 years since Chinese troops opened fire to end the student-led unrest in and around the square.

China has refused to apologise for the for the bloody 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators in Beijing and called Taiwan's condition as ''nonense'' Thursday marks 31 years since Chinese troops opened fire to end the student-led unrest in and around the square. Chinese authorities ban any public commemoration of the event on the mainland. Also read: Tensions simmer in Hong Kong as controversial anthem law back up for debate The government has never released a full death toll, but estimates from human rights groups and witnesses range from several hundred to several thousand. The government of democratically-ruled and Chinese-claimed Taiwan, in a statement on the anniversary's eve, said Beijing should face up to the people's expectations for freedom and democracy and begin political reform. Also read: 'I can't be silent': Hong Kong people aim to mark Tiananmen despite ban China should "reassess the historical facts about the June 4 incident and sincerely apologise", the China-policy making Mainland Affairs Council said. "We believe that those currently in power should have the courage to correct mistakes, immediately initiate reforms and return power to the people," it added. In Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian rejected Taiwan's calls. "The relevant remarks of the Taiwan authorities are totally nonsense. As to the political disturbance in the late 1980s China has drawn a clear conclusion," Zhao told a daily news briefing. "The great achievements after the founding of new China fully demonstrate that the development path chosen by the new China is totally correct and in line with China's national conditions," he added, referring to the period post-1949 when the People's Republic of China was founded. Taiwan tends to use the Tiananmen Square anniversary to criticise China and call for it to face up to what it did, to Beijing's repeated annoyance. China claims Taiwan as its own territory, to be taken back by force if necessary. On Thursday, activists will mark the Tiananmen anniversary at a series of public events in Taiwan.

Beijing slams Taiwan’s call on China to apologise for Tiananmen crackdown as 'nonsense'

&nbsp;A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday.

The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported.

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The explosives were placed in the mosque, the Interior Affairs said, adding that the imam, Mohammad Ayaz Niazi, was also killed in the blast.

Afghanistan Presidential spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi in a tweet condemned the attack.

"The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today`s attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families," Sediqqi tweeted.

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A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday. The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported.

A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday. The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported. Also read: 1,000 JeM and LeT terrorists among 6,500 Pak fighters in Afghanistan: UN report The explosives were placed in the mosque, the Interior Affairs said, adding that the imam, Mohammad Ayaz Niazi, was also killed in the blast. Afghanistan Presidential spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi in a tweet condemned the attack. "The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today`s attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families," Sediqqi tweeted. The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today's attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families. — Sediq Sediqqi (@SediqSediqqi) June 2, 2020 ×

Mosque Blast in Kabul kills 2, including an imam

An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked''&nbsp;message to&nbsp;some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter.

Some people posting pictures with #blacklivematter encountered messages that read:&nbsp;&nbsp;

''This action was blocked. Please try again later. We restrict certain content and actions to protect our community. Tell us if you think we made a mistake.''

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-protests-defy-curfews-as-trump-faces-backlash-for-violent-crackdown-302854" hreflang="en">US protests defy curfews as Trump faces backlash for violent crackdown</a>

The platform says the restrictions were a mistake by its systems and were the result of a massive outpouring of support for widespread protests against police brutality.

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"Given the increase in content shared to #blacklivesmatter, this technology is incorrectly coming into effect. We are resolving this issue as quickly as we can, and investigating a separate issue uploading Stories," the company&nbsp;said.

Protests over the death of George Floyd while in the custody of&nbsp;Minnesota police continue around the nation with people looking for ways to show support.

An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked'' message to some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter.

An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked'' message to some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter. Some people posting pictures with #blacklivematter encountered messages that read: ''This action was blocked. Please try again later. We restrict certain content and actions to protect our community. Tell us if you think we made a mistake.'' Also read: US protests defy curfews as Trump faces backlash for violent crackdown The platform says the restrictions were a mistake by its systems and were the result of a massive outpouring of support for widespread protests against police brutality. 1/ We're aware that some people are incorrectly running into "action blocked" messages when using the hashtag #blacklivesmatter, or resharing related posts. We have technology that detects rapidly increasing activity on Instagram to help combat spam. — Instagram Comms (@InstagramComms) June 1, 2020 × Also read: Protests over George Floyd's death expose raw race relations worldwide "Given the increase in content shared to #blacklivesmatter, this technology is incorrectly coming into effect. We are resolving this issue as quickly as we can, and investigating a separate issue uploading Stories," the company said. Protests over the death of George Floyd while in the custody of Minnesota police continue around the nation with people looking for ways to show support.

Instagram to fix anti-spam tool blocking posts with tag Black Lives Matter

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