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More than one million people have lost their lives from coronavirus, a virus that was emerged less than a year ago, but still continues to affect many countries.&nbsp;

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Around 23 people including civilians and military have been killed after Fighting has erupted between Armenia and Azerbaijan around the separatist region of Nagorno-Karabakh.

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Geneva voted in favor of a minimum hourly wage of 23 francs ($25), once implemented this would be the world’s highest minimum wage.This is the latest effort in Switzerland to ensure people are able to live decently from their salary. 
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Coronavirus death toll crosses 1 million-mark as Europe battles second wave More than one million people have lost their lives from coronavirus, a virus that was emerged less than a year ago, but still continues to affect many countries.

Coronavirus death toll crosses 1 million-mark as Europe battles second wave More than one million people have lost their lives from coronavirus, a virus that was emerged less than a year ago, but still continues to affect many countries. 23 killed as fighting erupts between Armenia, Azerbaijan in disputed area Around 23 people including civilians and military have been killed after Fighting has erupted between Armenia and Azerbaijan around the separatist region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Geneva voters say 'yes' to ‘world’s highest’ minimum wage as wealth gap widens Geneva voted in favor of a minimum hourly wage of 23 francs ($25), once implemented this would be the world’s highest minimum wage.This is the latest effort in Switzerland to ensure people are able to live decently from their salary.

Morning news brief: Covid deaths top 1 million, Armenia-Azerbaijan war and more

A little over a month is left when the United States will elect its president and at this stage, all eyes have set upon probably the most-anticipated events: the presidential debates.&nbsp;

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump </a>and his Democratic rival <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden </a>will set the ball rolling on Tuesday, which will likely to have audiences only surpassed by Super Bowl championship.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-elections-2020-biden-compares-trump-to-nazi-goebbels-ready-for-personal-attacks-330560">US elections 2020: Biden compares Trump to Nazi Goebbels; ready for personal attacks</a>

The debates are undoubtedly important for deciding the fate of Biden and Trump, but, over the years we have seen that winning these presidential face-off doesn't always translate into winning the election.&nbsp;

In 2016, Hillary Clinton was the winner of all three debates, but she ultimately lost the election to Trump.&nbsp;

Similarly, Democrat John Kerry performed better than George W. Bush in 2004 debates but was unable to win the election.&nbsp;

John Koch, a professor specialised in debates at Vanderbilt University, describes these debates as important not because they influence the voters, but as "it's the only time we see both candidates together and the two major parties ostensibly debating, outside of Congress", as quoted by news agency AFP.

Also, when the face-off will begin, there will be rehearsed performances by Biden and Trump, which makes these events less relevant, but still significant.&nbsp;

A Pew Research study found that only 10 per cent of voters finalised their voting choices after or during the debates in 2016.&nbsp;

A little over a month is left when the United States will elect its president and at this stage, all eyes have set upon probably the most-anticipated events: the presidential debates.

A little over a month is left when the United States will elect its president and at this stage, all eyes have set upon probably the most-anticipated events: the presidential debates. US President Donald Trump and his Democratic rival Joe Biden will set the ball rolling on Tuesday, which will likely to have audiences only surpassed by Super Bowl championship. Also read | US elections 2020: Biden compares Trump to Nazi Goebbels; ready for personal attacks The debates are undoubtedly important for deciding the fate of Biden and Trump, but, over the years we have seen that winning these presidential face-off doesn't always translate into winning the election. In 2016, Hillary Clinton was the winner of all three debates, but she ultimately lost the election to Trump. Similarly, Democrat John Kerry performed better than George W. Bush in 2004 debates but was unable to win the election. John Koch, a professor specialised in debates at Vanderbilt University, describes these debates as important not because they influence the voters, but as "it's the only time we see both candidates together and the two major parties ostensibly debating, outside of Congress", as quoted by news agency AFP. Also, when the face-off will begin, there will be rehearsed performances by Biden and Trump, which makes these events less relevant, but still significant. A Pew Research study found that only 10 per cent of voters finalised their voting choices after or during the debates in 2016.

US: One-liners, rehearsed performances and mammoth audiences expected as Biden, Trump gear up for debates

President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden square off on Tuesday in their first presidential debate. With five weeks to go until the November 3 general election, the stakes are high.

Here are five things to watch for during the 90-minute televised debate in Cleveland:

FLASHPOINTS

The face-to-face match-up comes after the New York Times revealed that Trump, a wealthy former businessman and reality television star, paid only $750 in federal income taxes in both 2016 and 2017, and no federal income taxes in 10 of the previous 15 years through 2017.

The report, which Trump called "total fake news," gives Biden a fresh opening to make his case that his working-class roots better position him to understand the economic struggles of everyday Americans than the billionaire occupying the White House.

Trump also faced persistent questions, based on his statements about a rigged election, about whether he will accept the voting results should he lose. With millions at home watching, how will he respond if Biden pushes him to commit to a peaceful transfer of power?

Both candidates will scuffle over Trump's nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court. Trump is using his pick to rally his conservative voter base and distract from his record on the coronavirus and other matters, while Biden is warning of threats to health care and abortion rights.

BIDEN'S MOMENT

For Biden, the debate will serve as sort of a reintroduction. While he has held limited events in some states and given media interviews, the coronavirus pandemic has largely rendered him off stage for months.

That has allowed Biden to keep the focus where he wants it: on Trump and his performance in office. But on Tuesday, the Democratic nominee will have to make his own case for the presidency, while giving concise answers and avoiding some of the verbal mishaps that have plagued him throughout his political career.

With Biden leading in polls, a strong outing could place Trump in even worse shape. A weak one could reshape the race.

OWNING IT

Faced with alarming coronavirus statistics or unrest in the streets, Trump is quick to blame Democratic officials, activists, scientists – anybody but him. One of Biden’s goals will be making sure the public understands that Trump is the one in charge.

Trump could use his office to his advantage, as he often tries to do with the economy. Voters like to see a president take responsibility – for the good and the bad.

John Geer, an expert on voter opinion at Vanderbilt University, wonders if Trump will react poorly to sharp or unfriendly queries from moderator Chris Wallace of Fox News. "Will Trump have a tough time answering non-softball questions?" Geer said.

TWISTING THE TRUTH

As Trump's campaign rallies show, he can fire off falsehoods in machine-gun fashion. Examples include the Republican's common claim that the US economy was operating at historic levels before the pandemic (it wasn't) and that the virus has largely dissipated (it hasn't).

Attempting to constantly pin Trump to the truth could turn Biden into a real-time fact-checker - possibly to the Democrat's detriment.

"It's a big mistake to try and do that," said Aaron Kall, the director of debate at the University of Michigan. "You have to focus on your own agenda."

DOWN IN THE MUD

Biden has worried aloud about reacting to Trump’s propensity for ad hominem attacks. On the campaign trail, the former vice president has sometimes shown flashes of temper, getting his "Irish up" as he calls it.

Trump in a tweet on Sunday went as far as to suggest Biden will be on performance-enhancing drugs during the debate, signaling that perhaps there is little he will not do or say to rattle Biden and disrupt the proceedings.

Polls show that Trump's frequent questioning of the 77-year-old Biden's mental fitness has registered with some voters. Trump's team will be looking for moments where Biden seems flustered or unsure to exploit as viral video.

"If the president lies, call it a lie. If he attacks Biden personally, just shrug it off and not get personal," Geer said. "Biden needs to continue to be presidential and tough, even if there is some mud on his suit jacket." 
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President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden square off on Tuesday in their first presidential debate. With five weeks to go until the November 3 general election, the stakes are high.

President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden square off on Tuesday in their first presidential debate. With five weeks to go until the November 3 general election, the stakes are high. Here are five things to watch for during the 90-minute televised debate in Cleveland: FLASHPOINTS The face-to-face match-up comes after the New York Times revealed that Trump, a wealthy former businessman and reality television star, paid only $750 in federal income taxes in both 2016 and 2017, and no federal income taxes in 10 of the previous 15 years through 2017. The report, which Trump called "total fake news," gives Biden a fresh opening to make his case that his working-class roots better position him to understand the economic struggles of everyday Americans than the billionaire occupying the White House. Trump also faced persistent questions, based on his statements about a rigged election, about whether he will accept the voting results should he lose. With millions at home watching, how will he respond if Biden pushes him to commit to a peaceful transfer of power? Both candidates will scuffle over Trump's nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court. Trump is using his pick to rally his conservative voter base and distract from his record on the coronavirus and other matters, while Biden is warning of threats to health care and abortion rights. BIDEN'S MOMENT For Biden, the debate will serve as sort of a reintroduction. While he has held limited events in some states and given media interviews, the coronavirus pandemic has largely rendered him off stage for months. That has allowed Biden to keep the focus where he wants it: on Trump and his performance in office. But on Tuesday, the Democratic nominee will have to make his own case for the presidency, while giving concise answers and avoiding some of the verbal mishaps that have plagued him throughout his political career. With Biden leading in polls, a strong outing could place Trump in even worse shape. A weak one could reshape the race. OWNING IT Faced with alarming coronavirus statistics or unrest in the streets, Trump is quick to blame Democratic officials, activists, scientists – anybody but him. One of Biden’s goals will be making sure the public understands that Trump is the one in charge. Trump could use his office to his advantage, as he often tries to do with the economy. Voters like to see a president take responsibility – for the good and the bad. John Geer, an expert on voter opinion at Vanderbilt University, wonders if Trump will react poorly to sharp or unfriendly queries from moderator Chris Wallace of Fox News. "Will Trump have a tough time answering non-softball questions?" Geer said. TWISTING THE TRUTH As Trump's campaign rallies show, he can fire off falsehoods in machine-gun fashion. Examples include the Republican's common claim that the US economy was operating at historic levels before the pandemic (it wasn't) and that the virus has largely dissipated (it hasn't). Attempting to constantly pin Trump to the truth could turn Biden into a real-time fact-checker - possibly to the Democrat's detriment. "It's a big mistake to try and do that," said Aaron Kall, the director of debate at the University of Michigan. "You have to focus on your own agenda." DOWN IN THE MUD Biden has worried aloud about reacting to Trump’s propensity for ad hominem attacks. On the campaign trail, the former vice president has sometimes shown flashes of temper, getting his "Irish up" as he calls it. Trump in a tweet on Sunday went as far as to suggest Biden will be on performance-enhancing drugs during the debate, signaling that perhaps there is little he will not do or say to rattle Biden and disrupt the proceedings. Polls show that Trump's frequent questioning of the 77-year-old Biden's mental fitness has registered with some voters. Trump's team will be looking for moments where Biden seems flustered or unsure to exploit as viral video. "If the president lies, call it a lie. If he attacks Biden personally, just shrug it off and not get personal," Geer said. "Biden needs to continue to be presidential and tough, even if there is some mud on his suit jacket."

Five things to watch in the first Trump-Biden debate

US President Donald Trump Fresh Controversy - US President Donald Trump has found himself in a fresh controversy after a report claimed that he has paid a meagre amount or no federal income tax for many years before he became the president of the United States.&nbsp;

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A New York Times report claimed that Trump paid only $750 federal income taxes in 2016, the year he won the presidential election, and 2017 and not a penny of federal income taxes in 10 of the last 15 years before he became president on grounds that he lost more money than he gained.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-one-liners-rehearsed-performances-and-mammoth-audiences-expected-as-biden-trump-gear-up-for-debates-330793">US: One-liners, rehearsed performances and mammoth audiences expected as Biden, Trump gear up for debates</a>

Trump called the allegations "totally fake news" and said he "he paid a lot of state income taxes", adding everything will be "revealed".&nbsp;

"First of all, I paid a lot and I paid a lot of state income taxes too... It'll all be revealed," Trump said.

The report said the US president reduced his taxes through a $72.9 million refund that gets audited by Internal Revenue audit.&nbsp;

 
It added that Trump used deductions on aircraft, residences, including $70,000 in hairstyling for TV appearances.&nbsp;

The report said his golf courses showed a loss of large amounts of money, and hundreds of millions of dollars in loans he took on personal guarantee will soon be due for repayment.&nbsp;

Democrats have sharpened their attacks on the US president with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi describing the findings as "Trump's disdain for America's working families."

Massachusetts representative Richard Neal, the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee who earlier has unsuccessfully attempted knowing Trump's tax records, said now it is more essential for his committee to access the documents.

"It appears that the President has gamed the tax code to his advantage and used legal fights to delay or avoid paying what he owes," he said.&nbsp;

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US President Donald Trump Fresh Controversy - US President Donald Trump has found himself in a fresh controversy after a report claimed that he has paid a meagre amount or no federal income tax for many years before he became the president of the United States.

US President Donald Trump Fresh Controversy - US President Donald Trump has found himself in a fresh controversy after a report claimed that he has paid a meagre amount or no federal income tax for many years before he became the president of the United States. Watch | A New York Times report claimed that Trump paid only $750 federal income taxes in 2016, the year he won the presidential election, and 2017 and not a penny of federal income taxes in 10 of the last 15 years before he became president on grounds that he lost more money than he gained. Also read | US: One-liners, rehearsed performances and mammoth audiences expected as Biden, Trump gear up for debates Trump called the allegations "totally fake news" and said he "he paid a lot of state income taxes", adding everything will be "revealed". "First of all, I paid a lot and I paid a lot of state income taxes too... It'll all be revealed," Trump said. The report said the US president reduced his taxes through a $72.9 million refund that gets audited by Internal Revenue audit. It added that Trump used deductions on aircraft, residences, including $70,000 in hairstyling for TV appearances. The report said his golf courses showed a loss of large amounts of money, and hundreds of millions of dollars in loans he took on personal guarantee will soon be due for repayment. Democrats have sharpened their attacks on the US president with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi describing the findings as "Trump's disdain for America's working families." Massachusetts representative Richard Neal, the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee who earlier has unsuccessfully attempted knowing Trump's tax records, said now it is more essential for his committee to access the documents. "It appears that the President has gamed the tax code to his advantage and used legal fights to delay or avoid paying what he owes," he said.

Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years

In a report that has stoked fresh controversy for US President Donald Trump, a finding has said that the US president paid more taxes in 2017 in India as compared to the US.&nbsp;

The New York Times report claimed that in 2017 Trump paid $750 in federal income taxes in the US, while he/ his companies paid $1,45,400 taxes in India.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/donald-trump-faces-fresh-controversy-as-bombshell-report-claims-president-avoided-tax-for-years-330801">Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years</a>

Trump immediately described the report as "fake news" and added that the true figures would be "revealed".&nbsp;

The report can cause a major blow to Trump's chances of becoming US president for another term as just a little over a month is left for the elections in the US.

Trump has already faced a lot of criticism over his response to the coronavirus pandemic that has worst-impacted the US and for his inability to resolve racial tensions across the country.

The report has also said the US president has not paid any federal income taxes in 10 of the previous 15 years before he came to power over the claims that he lost more money than he profiteered.&nbsp;

Trump also used deductions aircraft, residences, that includes $70,000 in hairstyling for TV appearances, the report said.&nbsp;

In a report that has stoked fresh controversy for US President Donald Trump, a finding has said that the US president paid more taxes in 2017 in India as compared to the US.

In a report that has stoked fresh controversy for US President Donald Trump, a finding has said that the US president paid more taxes in 2017 in India as compared to the US. The New York Times report claimed that in 2017 Trump paid $750 in federal income taxes in the US, while he/ his companies paid $1,45,400 taxes in India. Also read | Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years Trump immediately described the report as "fake news" and added that the true figures would be "revealed". The report can cause a major blow to Trump's chances of becoming US president for another term as just a little over a month is left for the elections in the US. Trump has already faced a lot of criticism over his response to the coronavirus pandemic that has worst-impacted the US and for his inability to resolve racial tensions across the country. The report has also said the US president has not paid any federal income taxes in 10 of the previous 15 years before he came to power over the claims that he lost more money than he profiteered. Trump also used deductions aircraft, residences, that includes $70,000 in hairstyling for TV appearances, the report said.

Trump's businesses paid more taxes for India in 2017 than him for US: Report

US President Donald Trump has repeated his demand for a drug test for his Democratic Party opponent Joe Biden. But this time, Trump has made the demand with a reference to upcoming US Presidential debates. Trump said he would "strongly" demand a drug test for "sleepy" Joe Biden before or after presidential debates. In his tweet, he said that he will undergo a test "also".

US Election 2020: Donald Trump demands drug test for Joe Biden

US President Donald Trump paid extremely little in income taxes in recent years as heavy losses from his business enterprises offset hundreds of millions of dollars in income, the New York Times reported on Sunday (September 27), citing tax-return data.

Trump paid no income taxes in 10 of last 15 years: NYT Report

US President Donald Trump has nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett for the Supreme Court to fill up the vacancy following the death of Judge Ruth Bader Ginsberg.

Trump's US Supreme Court pick is Judge Amy Coney Barrett

Things have gathered pace in Republican Party camps in the US as the GOP closes ranks to hasten the process of confirming Amy Cony Barrett on the Supreme Court. In early hours of Sunday, US President Donald Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett but a final seal of approval will come from US Senate that will confirm the nomination. Amy Coney Barrett will replace liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the Supreme Court. Ginsburg passed away on September 18.

Republican Party has 53-47 majority in the Senate.

Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell, himself a Republican, has already made confirming Amy Coney Barrett a paramount priority.

"I look forward to meeting with the nominee next week and will carefully study her record and credentials," he said,"As I have stated, this nomination will receive a vote on the Senate floor in the weeks ahead."

Why&nbsp;the hurry

Amy Coney Barrett is known for her conservative views. Republican Party's vote base is conservative Americans. If Amy Coney Barrett gets confirmed on the Supreme Court, the conservative judges will have 6-3 majority over judges who are more liberal.

Moreover, the republican party is trying hard to confirm Amy Coney Barrett before November 3 US Presidential Elections.

In 2000, US Supreme Court had to resolve US Presidential Elections after the votes had been cast and counted. Republican Party's George Bush was declared winner of the election.

It is being said that by confirming Amy Coney Barrett in Supreme Court, Republicans envisage a possible advantage if Supreme Court needs to get involved to resolve US Elections 2020.

Amy Coney Barrett to meet Senators

Barrett is expected to begin meetings with individual senators on Tuesday. Trump said the Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by his ally Senator Lindsey Graham, would begin confirmation hearings on Oct. 12.

Like Trump's two other appointees, Neil Gorsuch in 2017 and Brett Kavanaugh in 2018, Barrett is young enough that she could serve for decades in the lifetime job, leaving a lasting conservative imprint. Trump's two previous appointments were surrounded by controversy.

'Hypocrite' Republican Party?

Republican Party is drawing criticism for trying to rush through things just to obtain advantage in presidential elections.

In 2016, when then-President Barack Obama wanted to fill Supreme Court vacancy, Mitch McConnell had refused to hold Senate hearing saying that such a step could not be taken during an election year.

Now the Republicans are doing the same thing for their favoured Supreme Court nominee not just in an election year but just weeks before the presidential elections.

What options do Democrats have?

At the moment very few. Although two Republican Senators have said that they will not support Trump's nominee, another defection from the Republican camp would bring the Senate strength during the vote to 50-50. Vice-President Mike Pence can then exercise casting vote in favour of Amy Coney Barrett.

Biden and his vice presidential running mate Kamala Harris, a member of the Judiciary Committee, blasted Trump's choice of Barrett, focusing in particular on the threat they said she would pose to healthcare for millions of Americans.

Biden noted that even as Trump's administration is seeking to strike down Obamacare in a case the Supreme Court is due to hear on Nov. 10, Barrett has a "written track record" criticizing a pivotal 2012 ruling authored by Chief Justice John Roberts preserving the healthcare law formally known as the Affordable Care Act. If quickly confirmed, Barrett could be on the bench to hear that case.

Democrats also fretted that Barrett could help overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, a goal of religious conservatives.

"Trump's hand-picked successor to Justice Ginsburg's seat makes it clear: they intend to destroy the Affordable Care Act &amp; overturn Roe. This selection would move the court further right for a generation &amp; harm millions of Americans," Harris wrote on Twitter on Saturday.

An emboldened Supreme Court conservative majority could shift the United States to the right on hot-button issues by, among other things, curbing abortion rights, expanding religious rights, striking down gun control laws, halting the expansion of LGBT rights, and endorsing new restrictions on voting rights.

(With Reuters inputs) 
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Things have gathered pace in Republican Party camps in the US as the GOP closes ranks to hasten the process of confirming Amy Cony Barrett on the Supreme Court. In early hours of Sunday, US President Donald Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett but a final seal of approval will come from US Senate that will confirm the nomination.

Things have gathered pace in Republican Party camps in the US as the GOP closes ranks to hasten the process of confirming Amy Cony Barrett on the Supreme Court. In early hours of Sunday, US President Donald Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett but a final seal of approval will come from US Senate that will confirm the nomination. Amy Coney Barrett will replace liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the Supreme Court. Ginsburg passed away on September 18. Republican Party has 53-47 majority in the Senate. Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell, himself a Republican, has already made confirming Amy Coney Barrett a paramount priority. "I look forward to meeting with the nominee next week and will carefully study her record and credentials," he said,"As I have stated, this nomination will receive a vote on the Senate floor in the weeks ahead." Why the hurry Amy Coney Barrett is known for her conservative views. Republican Party's vote base is conservative Americans. If Amy Coney Barrett gets confirmed on the Supreme Court, the conservative judges will have 6-3 majority over judges who are more liberal. Moreover, the republican party is trying hard to confirm Amy Coney Barrett before November 3 US Presidential Elections. In 2000, US Supreme Court had to resolve US Presidential Elections after the votes had been cast and counted. Republican Party's George Bush was declared winner of the election. It is being said that by confirming Amy Coney Barrett in Supreme Court, Republicans envisage a possible advantage if Supreme Court needs to get involved to resolve US Elections 2020. Amy Coney Barrett to meet Senators Barrett is expected to begin meetings with individual senators on Tuesday. Trump said the Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by his ally Senator Lindsey Graham, would begin confirmation hearings on Oct. 12. Like Trump's two other appointees, Neil Gorsuch in 2017 and Brett Kavanaugh in 2018, Barrett is young enough that she could serve for decades in the lifetime job, leaving a lasting conservative imprint. Trump's two previous appointments were surrounded by controversy. 'Hypocrite' Republican Party? Republican Party is drawing criticism for trying to rush through things just to obtain advantage in presidential elections. In 2016, when then-President Barack Obama wanted to fill Supreme Court vacancy, Mitch McConnell had refused to hold Senate hearing saying that such a step could not be taken during an election year. Now the Republicans are doing the same thing for their favoured Supreme Court nominee not just in an election year but just weeks before the presidential elections. What options do Democrats have? At the moment very few. Although two Republican Senators have said that they will not support Trump's nominee, another defection from the Republican camp would bring the Senate strength during the vote to 50-50. Vice-President Mike Pence can then exercise casting vote in favour of Amy Coney Barrett. Biden and his vice presidential running mate Kamala Harris, a member of the Judiciary Committee, blasted Trump's choice of Barrett, focusing in particular on the threat they said she would pose to healthcare for millions of Americans. Biden noted that even as Trump's administration is seeking to strike down Obamacare in a case the Supreme Court is due to hear on Nov. 10, Barrett has a "written track record" criticizing a pivotal 2012 ruling authored by Chief Justice John Roberts preserving the healthcare law formally known as the Affordable Care Act. If quickly confirmed, Barrett could be on the bench to hear that case. Democrats also fretted that Barrett could help overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, a goal of religious conservatives. "Trump's hand-picked successor to Justice Ginsburg's seat makes it clear: they intend to destroy the Affordable Care Act & overturn Roe. This selection would move the court further right for a generation & harm millions of Americans," Harris wrote on Twitter on Saturday. An emboldened Supreme Court conservative majority could shift the United States to the right on hot-button issues by, among other things, curbing abortion rights, expanding religious rights, striking down gun control laws, halting the expansion of LGBT rights, and endorsing new restrictions on voting rights. (With Reuters inputs)

Republican Party races against time to confirm Amy Coney Barrett on US Supreme Court

US is towards the November polls but Donald Trump is very quickly trying to fill the vacant position in the Supreme Court before the election happens.

Donald Trump picks conservative Amy C. Barrett for top court judge

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok,&nbsp;a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google.

The creators had requested the judge to re-consider their request as they fear the ban would make them "lose access to tens of thousands of potential viewers and creators every month, an effect amplified by the looming threat to close TikTok altogether."

US&nbsp;District Judge Wendy Beetlestone, however, rejected the request adding that&nbsp;she understands the ban will be&nbsp;"undoubtedly an inconvenience".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-not-back-down-from-tiktok-ban-court-hearing-on-sunday-330332">Also read:&nbsp;US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday</a>

The reason she rejected the request of the TikTokcreators is that despite the ban on new downloads, the creators "will still be able to create, publish, and share content for their millions of current followers."

Rejection of this request has come hours before a separate court hearing is scheduled in the court of US&nbsp;District Judge Carl Nichols in Washington, where the Chinese company ByteDance is fighting the US President Donald Trump against his decision to ban any fresh downloads of the popular app TikTok in the US from Sunday noon.

TikTok argued, "Until the administration's intervention, TikTok was one of the fastest growing apps in the United States, and its continued rapid growth is necessary to maintain its competitive market position."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">Also read:&nbsp;TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal</a>

Talking about the ban, TikTok claimed it will be a&nbsp;devastating blow, the lawyers argued that this ban will cause&nbsp;"extraordinary harm to (TikTok's) reputation and goodwill, making it unlikely that these relationships could be salvaged even if the ban is later lifted."

A ban "will cause our user base to stagnate and then precipitously decline," interim TikTok head Vanessa Pappas said.

TikTok will be presenting the details of its new deal adding Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart holding minority shares.&nbsp;

The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an "under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While TikTok has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye.

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok, a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google.

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok, a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google. The creators had requested the judge to re-consider their request as they fear the ban would make them "lose access to tens of thousands of potential viewers and creators every month, an effect amplified by the looming threat to close TikTok altogether." US District Judge Wendy Beetlestone, however, rejected the request adding that she understands the ban will be "undoubtedly an inconvenience". Also read: US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday The reason she rejected the request of the TikTokcreators is that despite the ban on new downloads, the creators "will still be able to create, publish, and share content for their millions of current followers." Rejection of this request has come hours before a separate court hearing is scheduled in the court of US District Judge Carl Nichols in Washington, where the Chinese company ByteDance is fighting the US President Donald Trump against his decision to ban any fresh downloads of the popular app TikTok in the US from Sunday noon. TikTok argued, "Until the administration's intervention, TikTok was one of the fastest growing apps in the United States, and its continued rapid growth is necessary to maintain its competitive market position." Also read: TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal Talking about the ban, TikTok claimed it will be a devastating blow, the lawyers argued that this ban will cause "extraordinary harm to (TikTok's) reputation and goodwill, making it unlikely that these relationships could be salvaged even if the ban is later lifted." A ban "will cause our user base to stagnate and then precipitously decline," interim TikTok head Vanessa Pappas said. TikTok will be presenting the details of its new deal adding Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart holding minority shares. The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an "under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While TikTok has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye.

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US President Donald Trump has repeated his demand for a drug test for his Democratic Party opponent Joe Biden. But this time, Trump has made the demand with a reference to upcoming US Presidential debates. Trump said he would "strongly" demand a drug test for "sleepy" Joe Biden before or after presidential debates. In his tweet, he said that he will undergo a test "also".&nbsp;

"I will be strongly demanding a Drug Test of Sleepy Joe Biden prior to, or after, the Debate on Tuesday night. Naturally, I will agree to take one also. His Debate performances have been record setting UNEVEN, to put it mildly. Only drugs could have caused this discrepancy???" tweeted Donald Trump.

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We are within days of the first presidential debates. The debate will take place on September 29 (US time). This will be the first time both candidates will go head-to-head in a straight battle that will determine their perception among US voters.

Trump has upped his allegations against Biden that he was on drugs. Although he has not offered any evidence, Trump has argued that Biden's performance in his public interactions had improved and this was not possible without help of drugs.

Biden has already rubbished Trump's claims. However, this has not deterred Donald Trump from repeating the charge. 
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US President Donald Trump has repeated his demand for a drug test for his Democratic Party opponent Joe Biden. But this time, Trump has made the demand with a reference to upcoming US Presidential debates.

US President Donald Trump has repeated his demand for a drug test for his Democratic Party opponent Joe Biden. But this time, Trump has made the demand with a reference to upcoming US Presidential debates. Trump said he would "strongly" demand a drug test for "sleepy" Joe Biden before or after presidential debates. In his tweet, he said that he will undergo a test "also". "I will be strongly demanding a Drug Test of Sleepy Joe Biden prior to, or after, the Debate on Tuesday night. Naturally, I will agree to take one also. His Debate performances have been record setting UNEVEN, to put it mildly. Only drugs could have caused this discrepancy???" tweeted Donald Trump. I will be strongly demanding a Drug Test of Sleepy Joe Biden prior to, or after, the Debate on Tuesday night. Naturally, I will agree to take one also. His Debate performances have been record setting UNEVEN, to put it mildly. Only drugs could have caused this discrepancy??? — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 27, 2020 × We are within days of the first presidential debates. The debate will take place on September 29 (US time). This will be the first time both candidates will go head-to-head in a straight battle that will determine their perception among US voters. Trump has upped his allegations against Biden that he was on drugs. Although he has not offered any evidence, Trump has argued that Biden's performance in his public interactions had improved and this was not possible without help of drugs. Biden has already rubbished Trump's claims. However, this has not deterred Donald Trump from repeating the charge.

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Amy Coney Barrett, 48, who is a circuit judge on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago, was reportedly the only potential Supreme Court nominee who met with Trump in person.

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“It is a crisis of power, an authoritarian power that cannot accept the logic of democracy and which is hanging on by force. It is clear that Lukashenko has to go,” France president Emmanuel Macron said.

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US President Donald Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett to be new Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, 48, who is a circuit judge on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago, was reportedly the only potential Supreme Court nominee who met with Trump in person. ‘It is clear Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko has to go’: France president Emmanuel Macron “It is a crisis of power, an authoritarian power that cannot accept the logic of democracy and which is hanging on by force. It is clear that Lukashenko has to go,” France president Emmanuel Macron said. US elections 2020: Biden compares Trump to Nazi Goebbels; ready for personal attacks The comment was made in an interview, days before the two leaders are scheduled to meet for the first US Presidential debate before the November 03 elections. Israel observes protests after second lockdown without economic aid is initiated The protestors took to streets in their cars blocking roads and bridges, demanding immediate resignation of Netanyahu. Paris knife attack suspect is of Pakistani origin ×

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In the race to win the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/us-election">US elections</a>, the US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has often mocked his Democratic opponent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;for staying indoors, wearing the mask and more. He has often compared Biden&nbsp;to a lazy man and&nbsp;called him 'Sleepy Joe'.

While these comparisons and mockery can be described as naive and childish antics,&nbsp;Joe Biden&nbsp;has taken this game to another level by comparing&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;to the Nazi propaganda chief&nbsp;Joseph Goebbels.

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Talking to a host of a local news network during an interview,&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;alleged&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;of constantly lying, and continuing the lie enough to make it a valid point. "He's sort of like Goebbels," Biden said. "You say the lie long enough, keep repeating it, repeating it, repeating it, it becomes common knowledge."

The comparison is not one that has often been made during the course of election campaign.&nbsp;

Biden&nbsp;belives the upcoming&nbsp;Presidential debate is going to be difficult but he is prepared for all kinds of personal attacks and lies from&nbsp;Trump.&nbsp;"My guess is, it's going to be just straight attack. They're going to be mostly personal. That's the only thing he knows how to do," he said.

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This will be the first televised debate between the two opponents who have been campaigning all over the country in completely different styles. The debate will take place on September 29 in Cleveland, Ohio. This will be the first of three debates before the US elections&nbsp;that are scheduled for November 03.

While&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;has always giggled and accused&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;of not being a smart person — often <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trump-accuses-biden-of-using-performance-enhancing-drugs-327148">name calling him and making fun of his speeches</a> —&nbsp;Biden,&nbsp;too, threw the same jab back at&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;"He doesn't know how to debate the facts. He's not that smart.". However,&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;&nbsp;had more reasons to make this comment rather than simply mocking&nbsp;Trump's oratory skills. "He doesn't know much about foreign policy, he doesn't know much about domestic policy. He doesn't know much about the detail."

Biden&nbsp;also said he is prepared for personal attacks from&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;as he predicts&nbsp;"it'll be mostly personal attacks and lies; but I think the American people are on to him."&nbsp;

However,&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;claims he is ready to give strong and real reasons about&nbsp;"why I think he's failed and why I think the answers I have to proceed will help the American people and the American economy, and make us safer internationally."

In the race to win the US elections, the US President Donald Trump has often mocked his Democratic opponent Joe Biden for staying indoors, wearing the mask and more.

In the race to win the US elections, the US President Donald Trump has often mocked his Democratic opponent Joe Biden for staying indoors, wearing the mask and more. He has often compared Biden to a lazy man and called him 'Sleepy Joe'. While these comparisons and mockery can be described as naive and childish antics, Joe Biden has taken this game to another level by comparing Trump to the Nazi propaganda chief Joseph Goebbels. Also read| US elections 2020: Trump mocks Joe Biden for 'staying indoors' Talking to a host of a local news network during an interview, Biden alleged Trump of constantly lying, and continuing the lie enough to make it a valid point. "He's sort of like Goebbels," Biden said. "You say the lie long enough, keep repeating it, repeating it, repeating it, it becomes common knowledge." The comparison is not one that has often been made during the course of election campaign. Biden belives the upcoming Presidential debate is going to be difficult but he is prepared for all kinds of personal attacks and lies from Trump. "My guess is, it's going to be just straight attack. They're going to be mostly personal. That's the only thing he knows how to do," he said. Also read| Trump says US election winner might not be known for months This will be the first televised debate between the two opponents who have been campaigning all over the country in completely different styles. The debate will take place on September 29 in Cleveland, Ohio. This will be the first of three debates before the US elections that are scheduled for November 03. While Trump has always giggled and accused Biden of not being a smart person — often name calling him and making fun of his speeches — Biden, too, threw the same jab back at Trump "He doesn't know how to debate the facts. He's not that smart.". However, Biden had more reasons to make this comment rather than simply mocking Trump's oratory skills. "He doesn't know much about foreign policy, he doesn't know much about domestic policy. He doesn't know much about the detail." Biden also said he is prepared for personal attacks from Trump as he predicts "it'll be mostly personal attacks and lies; but I think the American people are on to him." However, Biden claims he is ready to give strong and real reasons about "why I think he's failed and why I think the answers I have to proceed will help the American people and the American economy, and make us safer internationally."

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To provide a needed boost to his reelection effort, US President Donald Trump has nominated Amy Coney Barrett to be the new Supreme Court justice, to fill a Supreme Court seat vacated after the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. 
 
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"Today it is my honor to nominate one of our nation’s most brilliant and gifted legal minds to the Supreme Court. She is a woman of unparalleled achievement, towering intellect, sterling credentials and unyielding loyalty to the Constitution, Judge Amy Coney Barrett," Trump said at the White House lawn on Saturday.

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Amy Coney Barrett, 48, who is a circuit judge on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago, was reportedly the only potential Supreme Court nominee who met with Trump in person.

"This is my third such nomination .... and it is a very proud moment indeed," Trump said. "You are going to be fantastic," Trump added, addressing Amy Coney Barrett who was standing beside him.

The president then thanked Republican senators for their “commitment and to providing a fair and timely hearing”.

Republican Senate leadership has vowed to move ahead with a confirmation vote before the November 3 presidential election. Democrats, meanwhile, have said whoever wins the election should pick the next justice.

“[It] should be a straightforward and prompt confirmation … It’s going to be very quick. I’m sure it’ll be extremely non-controversial,” Trump said about the process.

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To provide a needed boost to his reelection effort, US President Donald Trump has nominated Amy Coney Barrett to be the new Supreme Court justice, to fill a Supreme Court seat vacated after the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

To provide a needed boost to his reelection effort, US President Donald Trump has nominated Amy Coney Barrett to be the new Supreme Court justice, to fill a Supreme Court seat vacated after the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Also read | Trump says US election winner might not be known for months "Today it is my honor to nominate one of our nation’s most brilliant and gifted legal minds to the Supreme Court. She is a woman of unparalleled achievement, towering intellect, sterling credentials and unyielding loyalty to the Constitution, Judge Amy Coney Barrett," Trump said at the White House lawn on Saturday. President @realDonaldTrump announces his intent to nominate Judge Amy Coney Barrett! pic.twitter.com/rgQEcSETKk — The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 26, 2020 × Amy Coney Barrett, 48, who is a circuit judge on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago, was reportedly the only potential Supreme Court nominee who met with Trump in person. "This is my third such nomination .... and it is a very proud moment indeed," Trump said. "You are going to be fantastic," Trump added, addressing Amy Coney Barrett who was standing beside him. The president then thanked Republican senators for their “commitment and to providing a fair and timely hearing”. Republican Senate leadership has vowed to move ahead with a confirmation vote before the November 3 presidential election. Democrats, meanwhile, have said whoever wins the election should pick the next justice. “[It] should be a straightforward and prompt confirmation … It’s going to be very quick. I’m sure it’ll be extremely non-controversial,” Trump said about the process. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has made it clear that for him election campaigning is more important than the novel coronavirus that has affected more than seven million lives in the US.

During one of his election campaign rally&nbsp;in Newport News, Virginia mocked his rival <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;for doing the opposite of what&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;ignores — staying indoors.

Trump completed a packed three-state schedule within three hours, and during his last rally in Newport News mocked&nbsp;Joe Biden&nbsp;by passing a remark on him,&nbsp;"This guy never goes out. It's terrible huh?"

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He further continued the joke by saying,&nbsp;"If I lose to a man who doesn't campaign... I don't know", which attracted fits of laughter and applause from his supporters.

The rallies that took place on Friday saw very less people wearing face masks, and none of the campaigns followed social distancing regulations set by the experts.

Biden&nbsp;had travelled from Delaware to Washington on Friday to attend a ceremony held in the honour of the late Supreme Court Justice&nbsp;Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The ceremony was held at the US Capitol and&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;was seen attending it to pay respects to the famous and inspirational RBG.&nbsp;

However, the Democratic nominee did not schedule any campaign for the day.&nbsp;Biden has been trying to arrange his election campaign rallies virtually to make sure the rallies do not contribute to the spread of the novel&nbsp;coronavirus.

Meanwhile, Biden has accused Trump&nbsp;of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-donald-trump-admits-downplaying-seriousness-of-covid-19-326412">mishandling the novel coronavirus</a> for his personal gains.&nbsp;"Since President Trump's last visit to Florida just two weeks ago, over 40,000 more Floridians have tested positive for coronavirus and the state marked 13,000 Covid-related deaths," Biden said Thursday as Trump flew to a Jacksonville rally.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-nominate-amy-coney-barrett-to-replace-ginsburg-before-us-elections-reports-330331">Also read:&nbsp;Trump to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to replace Ginsburg before US elections: Reports</a>

"President Trump does not have a plan, but I do -- to beat COVID-19, build our economy back better, and protect and build upon the Affordable Care Act."

Staying indoos was not the only 'accusation' made by Trump&nbsp;for his rival — one who is leading in the initial polls.&nbsp;He also accused&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;of not doing enough to help the Hispanics and the African-Americans&nbsp;in the US.

"I'm a wall between the American dream and chaos," he said.&nbsp;"I did more for the black community in 47 months... than Joe Biden did in 47 years."

He said he was unveiling a "platinum plan" that aims to increase capital to African Americans, create three million new jobs for the black community and implement "the highest standards of policing."

Trump&nbsp;also boasted saying he did "even more than I promised" for the African-American community in Georgia.

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The US President Donald Trump has made it clear that for him election campaigning is more important than the novel coronavirus that has affected more than seven million lives in the US.

The US President Donald Trump has made it clear that for him election campaigning is more important than the novel coronavirus that has affected more than seven million lives in the US. During one of his election campaign rally in Newport News, Virginia mocked his rival Joe Biden for doing the opposite of what Trump ignores — staying indoors. Trump completed a packed three-state schedule within three hours, and during his last rally in Newport News mocked Joe Biden by passing a remark on him, "This guy never goes out. It's terrible huh?" Also read: After US crosses 7 million coronavirus cases, WHO warns global death toll may double to 2 million He further continued the joke by saying, "If I lose to a man who doesn't campaign... I don't know", which attracted fits of laughter and applause from his supporters. The rallies that took place on Friday saw very less people wearing face masks, and none of the campaigns followed social distancing regulations set by the experts. Biden had travelled from Delaware to Washington on Friday to attend a ceremony held in the honour of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The ceremony was held at the US Capitol and Biden was seen attending it to pay respects to the famous and inspirational RBG. However, the Democratic nominee did not schedule any campaign for the day. Biden has been trying to arrange his election campaign rallies virtually to make sure the rallies do not contribute to the spread of the novel coronavirus. Meanwhile, Biden has accused Trump of mishandling the novel coronavirus for his personal gains. "Since President Trump's last visit to Florida just two weeks ago, over 40,000 more Floridians have tested positive for coronavirus and the state marked 13,000 Covid-related deaths," Biden said Thursday as Trump flew to a Jacksonville rally. Also read: Trump to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to replace Ginsburg before US elections: Reports "President Trump does not have a plan, but I do -- to beat COVID-19, build our economy back better, and protect and build upon the Affordable Care Act." Staying indoos was not the only 'accusation' made by Trump for his rival — one who is leading in the initial polls. He also accused Biden of not doing enough to help the Hispanics and the African-Americans in the US. "I'm a wall between the American dream and chaos," he said. "I did more for the black community in 47 months... than Joe Biden did in 47 years." He said he was unveiling a "platinum plan" that aims to increase capital to African Americans, create three million new jobs for the black community and implement "the highest standards of policing." Trump also boasted saying he did "even more than I promised" for the African-American community in Georgia.

US elections 2020: Trump mocks Joe Biden for 'staying indoors'

Putin called for a reset between Russia and the United States and said he wanted an agreement between the two countries to prevent incidents in cyberspace.

Putin says Russia and US should not meddle in each other's polls

The decision on whether WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange would be extradited to face espionage charges in the United States will only be taken after the US election.

The British judge presiding over his hearing said Friday concluded that "one way or another my decision is likely to go after the election in the US" and gave the defence four weeks to prepare their arguments, and the American government a further two weeks.

Assange faces 18 charges in the US relating to the 2010 release by WikiLeaks of 500,000 secret files detailing aspects of military campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Evidence in the extradition hearing at London's Old Bailey court is due to close next week.

"Evidently it seems unlikely we will be able to get judgment before November 4," the lawyer representing the Australian told the court.

The lawyer also claimed that the move to extradite his client was politically motivated under US President Donald Trump, telling the court that some aspects of his defence, linked to the president, "would be worse if Mr Trump was there".

Washington claims Assange helped intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning to steal the documents before exposing confidential sources around the world.

If convicted, Assange -- who has been held at London's high security Belmarsh Prison for the last 16 months -- could be jailed for up to 175 years.

The extradition hearing is the latest in a series of legal battles faced by Assange since the leaks a decade ago.

In 2010, he faced allegations of sexual assault and rape in Sweden, which he denied.

The decision on whether WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange would be extradited to face espionage charges in the United States will only be taken after the US election.

The decision on whether WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange would be extradited to face espionage charges in the United States will only be taken after the US election. The British judge presiding over his hearing said Friday concluded that "one way or another my decision is likely to go after the election in the US" and gave the defence four weeks to prepare their arguments, and the American government a further two weeks. Assange faces 18 charges in the US relating to the 2010 release by WikiLeaks of 500,000 secret files detailing aspects of military campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq. Evidence in the extradition hearing at London's Old Bailey court is due to close next week. "Evidently it seems unlikely we will be able to get judgment before November 4," the lawyer representing the Australian told the court. The lawyer also claimed that the move to extradite his client was politically motivated under US President Donald Trump, telling the court that some aspects of his defence, linked to the president, "would be worse if Mr Trump was there". Washington claims Assange helped intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning to steal the documents before exposing confidential sources around the world. If convicted, Assange -- who has been held at London's high security Belmarsh Prison for the last 16 months -- could be jailed for up to 175 years. The extradition hearing is the latest in a series of legal battles faced by Assange since the leaks a decade ago. In 2010, he faced allegations of sexual assault and rape in Sweden, which he denied.

No decision will be taken on Assange extradition before US vote

The US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;on Thursday said he hopes India and China will be able to work out their border dispute peacefully.

"I know that China now, and India, are having difficulty, and very very substantial difficulty. And hopefully, they will be able to work that out," he told reporters.

The two Asian countries have been facing diplomatic and border disputes for the past few months now, especially since the Galwan Valley face-off between the soldiers of the two Asian countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/enough-is-enough-china-lashes-out-at-us-during-un-meeting-330064">Also read|&nbsp;'Enough is enough': China lashes out at US during UN meeting</a>

Trump, who has been an open critic of China, especially since the beginning of this year, offered to help the two countries maintain peace — yet again. Trump&nbsp;has time and again offered to be the peacemaker — an offer that both the countries have politely declined.&nbsp;"If we can help, we would love to help."

The statement came after the&nbsp;senior Indian and Chinese military commanders held days-long talks to resolve the&nbsp;standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh.

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While&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;is offering help to both the countries, experts believe he has been very transparent about being India's ally. Ashley Tellis, an&nbsp;American expert on India and South Asia, said in a podcast "it is motivated in part by the opportunities to confront China on a grander scale, which sort of makes it part and parcel of the US’s own bilateral problems with China. But I think there is something more going on here. And the more is that I do not think the United States had the alternative of doing otherwise."

"That is, Chinese aggression in this instance has been so blatant that the United States could not stand by and either ignore it or not come to India’s defence,” said Tellis, the Tata Chair for Strategic Affairs.&nbsp;

The US President Donald Trump on Thursday said he hopes India and China will be able to work out their border dispute peacefully. "I know that China now, and India, are having difficulty, and very very substantial difficulty.

The US President Donald Trump on Thursday said he hopes India and China will be able to work out their border dispute peacefully. "I know that China now, and India, are having difficulty, and very very substantial difficulty. And hopefully, they will be able to work that out," he told reporters. The two Asian countries have been facing diplomatic and border disputes for the past few months now, especially since the Galwan Valley face-off between the soldiers of the two Asian countries. Also read| 'Enough is enough': China lashes out at US during UN meeting Trump, who has been an open critic of China, especially since the beginning of this year, offered to help the two countries maintain peace — yet again. Trump has time and again offered to be the peacemaker — an offer that both the countries have politely declined. "If we can help, we would love to help." The statement came after the senior Indian and Chinese military commanders held days-long talks to resolve the standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh. × While Trump is offering help to both the countries, experts believe he has been very transparent about being India's ally. Ashley Tellis, an American expert on India and South Asia, said in a podcast "it is motivated in part by the opportunities to confront China on a grander scale, which sort of makes it part and parcel of the US’s own bilateral problems with China. But I think there is something more going on here. And the more is that I do not think the United States had the alternative of doing otherwise." "That is, Chinese aggression in this instance has been so blatant that the United States could not stand by and either ignore it or not come to India’s defence,” said Tellis, the Tata Chair for Strategic Affairs.

Trump hopes India-China resolve border issues; offers help again

Republicans are expecting US President Donald Trump to announce Amy Coney Barret as his nominee to the Supreme Court.

Donald Trump may select Amy Barrett as new Supreme Court judge

If you forget the secrecy envelope — simply dropping your ballot in the ordinary return envelope — your ballot will be deemed a “naked ballot.”

US Election 2020: Why Pennsylvania's naked ballot is a problem for election officials

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A man suspected of wounding two people with a meat cleaver near the former offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris has admitted staging the attack, linking it to the republication of cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed by the satirical weekly | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/paris-cleaver-attack-suspect-says-acted-over-charlie-hebdo-cartoons-sources-say-330440">READ MORE</a>

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USA is seeking to limit stay of Chinese journalists on its soil to 90 days. The proposal of the Departement of Homeland Security is part of fixed time limit on visas of students, researchers and foreign journalists in the US | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-seeks-to-restrict-stay-of-chinese-journalists-to-90-days-330466">READ MORE</a>

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Deceased United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has become the first woman in history to lie in state in the US Capitol | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ruth-bader-ginsburg-becomes-first-woman-to-lie-in-state-at-us-capitol-330457">READ MORE</a>

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United States President Donald Trump on Friday said Americans might not know the winner of the November presidential election for months due to disputes over mail ballots | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-election-winner-might-not-be-known-for-months-330460">READ MORE</a>

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The International Film Festival of India (IFFI), has been postponed to the next year, citing COVID-19 pandemic | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/international-film-festival-of-india-iffi-postponed-to-january-2021-330378">READ MORE</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made a strong pitch for a prominent role for India, the world's largest democracy and home to 1.3 billion people, in the decision-making structures of the United Nations | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-unga-pm-modi-bats-for-reforms-and-a-bigger-role-for-india-in-decision-making-330487">READ MORE</a>

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Paris cleaver attack suspect says acted over Charlie Hebdo cartoons, sources say A man suspected of wounding two people with a meat cleaver near the former offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris has admitted staging the attack, linking it to the republication of cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed by the satirical weekly | READ MORE US seeks to restrict stay of Chinese journalists to 90 days USA is seeking to limit stay of Chinese journalists on its soil to 90 days.

Paris cleaver attack suspect says acted over Charlie Hebdo cartoons, sources say A man suspected of wounding two people with a meat cleaver near the former offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris has admitted staging the attack, linking it to the republication of cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed by the satirical weekly | READ MORE US seeks to restrict stay of Chinese journalists to 90 days USA is seeking to limit stay of Chinese journalists on its soil to 90 days. The proposal of the Departement of Homeland Security is part of fixed time limit on visas of students, researchers and foreign journalists in the US | READ MORE Ruth Bader Ginsburg becomes first woman to lie in state at US Capitol Deceased United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has become the first woman in history to lie in state in the US Capitol | READ MORE Trump says US election winner might not be known for months United States President Donald Trump on Friday said Americans might not know the winner of the November presidential election for months due to disputes over mail ballots | READ MORE International Film Festival of India (IFFI) postponed to January 2021 The International Film Festival of India (IFFI), has been postponed to the next year, citing COVID-19 pandemic | READ MORE At UNGA, PM Modi bats for reforms and a bigger role for India in decision-making Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made a strong pitch for a prominent role for India, the world's largest democracy and home to 1.3 billion people, in the decision-making structures of the United Nations | READ MORE Man killed in clashes with police in Egypt protest against president An Egyptian man was killed overnight Saturday in clashes between protesters and police during a demonstration in a village south of Cairo against President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, family and medical sources said | READ MORE Paris inaugurates city’s first park honouring a Black woman A public garden, honouring a Black woman who fought for the liberation of slaves on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, was inaugurated in Paris | READ MORE

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/paris-knife-attack-clearly-an-act-of-islamist-terrorism-french-interior-minister-gerald-darmanin-330328">Paris knife attack clearly an act of Islamist terrorism: France</a>

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According to reports, the attacker on Friday was an 18-year-old. A second suspect was also reportedly been detained by police.

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The United States now has 7,005,746 cases which is the highest in the world. At least 203,240 people have died due to the virus in the US.

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Judge Amy Coney Barrett may be the next one to replace Ginsburg after the latter passed away few days ago due to cancer.

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The ban can cause irreparable damage to the Chinese video-sharing app which has nearly 100 million users in the US.

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Paris knife attack clearly an act of Islamist terrorism: France According to reports, the attacker on Friday was an 18-year-old. A second suspect was also reportedly been detained by police.

Paris knife attack clearly an act of Islamist terrorism: France According to reports, the attacker on Friday was an 18-year-old. A second suspect was also reportedly been detained by police. After US crosses 7 million coronavirus cases, WHO warns global death toll may double to 2 million The United States now has 7,005,746 cases which is the highest in the world. At least 203,240 people have died due to the virus in the US. Trump to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to replace Ginsburg before US elections: Reports Judge Amy Coney Barrett may be the next one to replace Ginsburg after the latter passed away few days ago due to cancer. US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday The ban can cause irreparable damage to the Chinese video-sharing app which has nearly 100 million users in the US. Watch: Gravitas - Can Trump solve India-China standoff?

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The Trump administration has refused to back down from the TikTok ultimatum that the US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a> decided on few weeks ago.

Trump,&nbsp;few days ago, decided to ban all new downloads of the Chinese app&nbsp;TikTok&nbsp;from Sunday.&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;has cited national security issue as the reason behind his ban — a claim which has been denied by the app.

TikTok &nbsp;petition for an injunction to block the order&nbsp;from the US government. The US District Judge Carl Nichols set a hearing for Sunday at 9 am&nbsp;— hours before the President's order goes into effect on Sunday noon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-asks-court-to-block-trumps-ban-claiming-it-to-be-us-elections-agenda-329813">Also read:&nbsp;TikTok asks court to block Trump's ban claiming it to be US elections' agenda</a>

The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an&nbsp;"under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While&nbsp;TikTok&nbsp;has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye.

The ban can cause an irreparable damage to the Chinese video-sharing app which has nearly 100 million users in the US.&nbsp;

A new deal is in talks with Oracle Corp and Walmart to establish TikTok Global with&nbsp;Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart will hold minority shares. The deal is yet to be given a nod by the White House and China.

The Trump administration has refused to back down from the TikTok ultimatum that the US President Donald Trump decided on few weeks ago. Trump, few days ago, decided to ban all new downloads of the Chinese app TikTok from Sunday.

The Trump administration has refused to back down from the TikTok ultimatum that the US President Donald Trump decided on few weeks ago. Trump, few days ago, decided to ban all new downloads of the Chinese app TikTok from Sunday. Trump has cited national security issue as the reason behind his ban — a claim which has been denied by the app. TikTok petition for an injunction to block the order from the US government. The US District Judge Carl Nichols set a hearing for Sunday at 9 am — hours before the President's order goes into effect on Sunday noon. Also read: TikTok asks court to block Trump's ban claiming it to be US elections' agenda The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an "under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While TikTok has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye. The ban can cause an irreparable damage to the Chinese video-sharing app which has nearly 100 million users in the US. A new deal is in talks with Oracle Corp and Walmart to establish TikTok Global with Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart will hold minority shares. The deal is yet to be given a nod by the White House and China.

US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday

The US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has decided who will be replacing Ruth Bade&nbsp;Ginsburg, and as expected it can help him bring a conservative majority in the high court.

Judge Amy Coney Barrett may be the next one to replace Ginsburg after the latter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/supreme-court-judge-ruth-bader-ginsburg-dies-at-87-wanted-to-see-trump-lose-in-us-elections-328526">passed away</a> few days ago due to cancer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/rest-in-power-americans-mourn-the-death-of-ruth-bader-ginsburg-328786">Have a look| 'Rest in power': Americans mourn the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg</a>

The reports have only surfaced in the local media and have not been confirmed yet by the White House or&nbsp;Trump.

A confirmed name will be announced by Saturday evening, and local media houses have cited close sources to establish that Barrett would be the next in line.

If selected, the 48-year-old will shift the court to a&nbsp;6-3 conservative majority. Calling Barrett "outstanding",&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;said he has already made a decision in his mind, but did not confirm Barrett's nomination and told the reporters,&nbsp;"I haven't said that."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trump-jeered-and-heckled-as-he-visits-ginsburgs-casket-330009">Also read|&nbsp;US election 2020: Trump jeered and heckled as he visits Ginsburg's casket</a>

He had already clarified that he would <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-nominate-a-woman-to-replace-ginsburg-stating-he-likes-women-more-328748">nominate a woman to replace RBG</a>.&nbsp;"I think it should be a woman because I actually like women much more than men."

The decision to replace RBG is directly against her wishes as her last wish, as recorded with her granddaughter, was "My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed."

Trump's&nbsp;rival <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>,&nbsp;along with several others, have objected to&nbsp;Trump's&nbsp;run to replace the Supreme Court Judge.

This move is being seen as a calculated move to ensure a conservative majority in the court before the upcoming <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/us-election">US elections</a>&nbsp;that are scheduled for November 03.

Having a conservative majority in the court will help&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;if the history repeats itself and the decision on who will be the next President of the United States comes to the court.

The US President Donald Trump has decided who will be replacing Ruth Bade Ginsburg, and as expected it can help him bring a conservative majority in the high court.

The US President Donald Trump has decided who will be replacing Ruth Bade Ginsburg, and as expected it can help him bring a conservative majority in the high court. Judge Amy Coney Barrett may be the next one to replace Ginsburg after the latter passed away few days ago due to cancer. Have a look| 'Rest in power': Americans mourn the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg The reports have only surfaced in the local media and have not been confirmed yet by the White House or Trump. A confirmed name will be announced by Saturday evening, and local media houses have cited close sources to establish that Barrett would be the next in line. If selected, the 48-year-old will shift the court to a 6-3 conservative majority. Calling Barrett "outstanding", Trump said he has already made a decision in his mind, but did not confirm Barrett's nomination and told the reporters, "I haven't said that." Also read| US election 2020: Trump jeered and heckled as he visits Ginsburg's casket He had already clarified that he would nominate a woman to replace RBG. "I think it should be a woman because I actually like women much more than men." The decision to replace RBG is directly against her wishes as her last wish, as recorded with her granddaughter, was "My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed." Trump's rival Joe Biden, along with several others, have objected to Trump's run to replace the Supreme Court Judge. This move is being seen as a calculated move to ensure a conservative majority in the court before the upcoming US elections that are scheduled for November 03. Having a conservative majority in the court will help Trump if the history repeats itself and the decision on who will be the next President of the United States comes to the court.

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