Europe is battling a surge in the cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus.&nbsp;US President Joe Biden has signed a defence spending budget that states that Taiwan should be invited to the world's largest naval exercise next year.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-reports-record-covid-19-cases-as-europe-battles-omicron-440977" hreflang="en">France reports record COVID-19 cases as Europe battles Omicron</a>

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France, Britain, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta all registered a record number of new cases on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-act-says-taiwan-should-be-invited-to-worlds-largest-exercise-next-year-440897">US defence act says Taiwan should be invited to world's largest exercise</a>

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Taiwan has emerged as a key factor in strained relations between China and the United States, the island's most important international backer and arms supplier despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexander-lukashenko-recep-tayyip-erdogan-among-those-named-most-corrupt-leaders-of-the-year-440967">Lukashenko, Erdogan among those named most corrupt leaders of the year</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and Turkish leader Recep&nbsp;Tayyip Erdogan are among the most corrupt people of the year 2021, according to the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-tensions-with-ukraine-russia-inducts-s-550-air-defence-system-report-440960">Amid tensions with Ukraine, Russia inducts S-550 air defence system: Report</a>

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Amid tensions with Ukraine at the border, reports say Russia's new&nbsp;S-550&nbsp;air defence system has entered combat service.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-identify-antibodies-that-block-omicron-covid-variant-440943">Scientists identify antibodies that block Omicron Covid variant</a>

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These antibodies target areas on the structure of the virus that remain unchanged even when the virus mutates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinian-president-abbas-makes-a-rare-visit-to-israel-440973" hreflang="en">Palestinian president Abbas makes a rare visit to Israel</a>

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Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas held talks with Israel Defence Minister Benny Gantz in his first official visit to Israel since 2010. The talks took place at Gantz's home in the town of Rosh Haayin, said Israeli media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/too-much-to-bear-second-fugitive-surrenders-to-police-after-being-unable-to-tolerate-covid-19-curbs-440946" hreflang="en">'Too much to bear': Second fugitive surrenders to police after being unable to tolerate COVID-19 curbs</a>

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A fugitive has surrendered to the Chinese police after being unable to tolerate the restrictions imposed on the country due to the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-fears-human-transmission-amid-bird-flu-outbreak-set-to-curtail-hunting-season-440941" hreflang="en">Israel fears human transmission amid bird flu outbreak, set to curtail hunting season</a>

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After over 2,000 wild cranes were killed due to&nbsp;bird flu&nbsp;in Israel, reports claim authorities&nbsp;have&nbsp;are&nbsp;planning to cancel the hunting season to ensure the outbreak does not spread to humans.&nbsp; &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/culture-war-against-english-canadian-provice-introduces-strict-french-language-law-440870" hreflang="en">'Culture war' against English: Canadian provice introduces strict French language law</a>

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Quebec, Canada's largest province, is due to enact a new severe French language law prohibiting the use of English in public services, in what some have dubbed a "culture war" against English-speakers.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-global-calls-for-cuts-china-starts-a-massive-coal-fired-power-plant-440853" hreflang="en">Despite global calls for cuts, China starts a massive coal-fired power plant</a>

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China, under fire for approving new coal power stations as other countries try to curb greenhouse gases, has completed the first 1,000-megawatt unit of the Shanghaimiao plant, the biggest of its kind under construction in the country.

Europe is battling a surge in the cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus. US President Joe Biden has signed a defence spending budget that states that Taiwan should be invited to the world's largest naval exercise next year.

Europe is battling a surge in the cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus. US President Joe Biden has signed a defence spending budget that states that Taiwan should be invited to the world's largest naval exercise next year. Click on the headlines to read more France reports record COVID-19 cases as Europe battles Omicron France, Britain, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta all registered a record number of new cases on Tuesday. US defence act says Taiwan should be invited to world's largest exercise Taiwan has emerged as a key factor in strained relations between China and the United States, the island's most important international backer and arms supplier despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties. Lukashenko, Erdogan among those named most corrupt leaders of the year Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan are among the most corrupt people of the year 2021, according to the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP). Amid tensions with Ukraine, Russia inducts S-550 air defence system: Report Amid tensions with Ukraine at the border, reports say Russia's new S-550 air defence system has entered combat service. Scientists identify antibodies that block Omicron Covid variant These antibodies target areas on the structure of the virus that remain unchanged even when the virus mutates. Palestinian president Abbas makes a rare visit to Israel Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas held talks with Israel Defence Minister Benny Gantz in his first official visit to Israel since 2010. The talks took place at Gantz's home in the town of Rosh Haayin, said Israeli media. 'Too much to bear': Second fugitive surrenders to police after being unable to tolerate COVID-19 curbs A fugitive has surrendered to the Chinese police after being unable to tolerate the restrictions imposed on the country due to the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. Israel fears human transmission amid bird flu outbreak, set to curtail hunting season After over 2,000 wild cranes were killed due to bird flu in Israel, reports claim authorities have are planning to cancel the hunting season to ensure the outbreak does not spread to humans. 'Culture war' against English: Canadian provice introduces strict French language law Quebec, Canada's largest province, is due to enact a new severe French language law prohibiting the use of English in public services, in what some have dubbed a "culture war" against English-speakers. Despite global calls for cuts, China starts a massive coal-fired power plant China, under fire for approving new coal power stations as other countries try to curb greenhouse gases, has completed the first 1,000-megawatt unit of the Shanghaimiao plant, the biggest of its kind under construction in the country.

Top 10 world news: Europe battles surge in Omicron cases and more

Russia will hold talks with North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in Brussels on security guarantees after US-Russia talks in Geneva.&nbsp;China and Japan have reached an agreement to establish a hotline for their disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-nato-talks-to-take-place-after-moscow-washington-huddle-in-geneva-report-440677" hreflang="en">Russia-NATO talks to take place after Moscow-Washington huddle in Geneva</a>

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"Following the meeting in Geneva, the event is likely to be organized in Brussels with NATO, the arrangements and other details are being worked out," said&nbsp;Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-japan-to-establish-hotline-for-disputes-over-taiwan-and-south-china-sea-440630">China, Japan to establish hotline for disputes over Taiwan and South China Sea</a>

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Japan's Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi held a two-hour video conference with his Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe and expressed his grave concerns over Chinese coast guard ships activities in waters surrounding the Japanese administered Senkaku Islands.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/plane-crashes-in-california-no-survivors-440733">Plane crashes in California, no survivors</a>

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Authorities and local media said that the plane downed power lines and that there were no survivors.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/afghan-women-protest-against-killing-of-former-troops-demand-equal-rights-440708">Afghan women protest against killing of former troops, demand equal rights</a>

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Dozens of women marched in Kabul, accusing the country's new Taliban authorities of killing members of the former regime and calling for women's rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-disrupts-holiday-season-global-cases-hit-record-high-with-over-1-million-infections-440689" hreflang="en">Omicron disrupts holiday season: Global cases hit record high with over 1 million infections</a>

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The Omicron variant of coronavirus is disrupting the holiday season worldwide as global cases hit a record high with 1.44 million&nbsp;cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nsw-health-minister-slams-queensland-premier-for-being-passive-aggressive-on-covid-19-testing-440657" hreflang="en">NSW health minister slams Queensland premier for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing</a>

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New South Wales Health Minister Brad Hazzard has blasted Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/11500-flights-grounded-worldwide-since-friday-as-omicron-fuels-another-wave-of-infections-440622" hreflang="en">11,500 flights grounded worldwide since Friday as Omicron fuels another wave of infections</a>

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Around 11,500 flights have been cancelled worldwide since Friday as Omicron variant forced several countries to impose travel restrictions amid concerns over virus spread.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-rights-group-slams-inhumane-chinese-secret-detention-system-440623" hreflang="en">Human rights group slams inhumane Chinese secret detention system</a>

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The inhumane system, which is called 'Residential Surveillance at a Designated Location' (RSDL), has been criticised by a human rights group. It has claimed immense torture in this secret detention system. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-it-has-received-visa-applications-from-us-officials-to-attend-winter-olympics-440557" hreflang="en">China says it has received visa applications from US officials to attend Winter Olympics</a>

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China has said that it has received visa applications from US officials to attend the Winter Olympics, days after President Joe Biden declared boycott saying that they won’t be sending its officials to Beijing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-sikh-youth-threatens-to-assassinate-queen-to-avenge-jallianwala-bagh-massacre-arrested-440586">UK: Sikh youth threatens to ‘assassinate’ Queen to avenge Jallianwala Bagh massacre, arrested</a>

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A 19-year-old man has been arrested for threatening to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II in revenge for the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Russia will hold talks with North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in Brussels on security guarantees after US-Russia talks in Geneva. China and Japan have reached an agreement to establish a hotline for their disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea.

Russia will hold talks with North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in Brussels on security guarantees after US-Russia talks in Geneva. China and Japan have reached an agreement to establish a hotline for their disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea. Click on headlines to read more Russia-NATO talks to take place after Moscow-Washington huddle in Geneva "Following the meeting in Geneva, the event is likely to be organized in Brussels with NATO, the arrangements and other details are being worked out," said Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. China, Japan to establish hotline for disputes over Taiwan and South China Sea Japan's Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi held a two-hour video conference with his Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe and expressed his grave concerns over Chinese coast guard ships activities in waters surrounding the Japanese administered Senkaku Islands. Plane crashes in California, no survivors Authorities and local media said that the plane downed power lines and that there were no survivors. Afghan women protest against killing of former troops, demand equal rights Dozens of women marched in Kabul, accusing the country's new Taliban authorities of killing members of the former regime and calling for women's rights. Omicron disrupts holiday season: Global cases hit record high with over 1 million infections The Omicron variant of coronavirus is disrupting the holiday season worldwide as global cases hit a record high with 1.44 million cases. NSW health minister slams Queensland premier for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing New South Wales Health Minister Brad Hazzard has blasted Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing. 11,500 flights grounded worldwide since Friday as Omicron fuels another wave of infections Around 11,500 flights have been cancelled worldwide since Friday as Omicron variant forced several countries to impose travel restrictions amid concerns over virus spread. Human rights group slams inhumane Chinese secret detention system The inhumane system, which is called 'Residential Surveillance at a Designated Location' (RSDL), has been criticised by a human rights group. It has claimed immense torture in this secret detention system. China says it has received visa applications from US officials to attend Winter Olympics China has said that it has received visa applications from US officials to attend the Winter Olympics, days after President Joe Biden declared boycott saying that they won’t be sending its officials to Beijing. UK: Sikh youth threatens to ‘assassinate’ Queen to avenge Jallianwala Bagh massacre, arrested A 19-year-old man has been arrested for threatening to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II in revenge for the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Top 10 world news: Russia, NATO to hold talks, plane crashes in California and more

Russia's foreign ministry has warned against the inclusion of Finland and Sweden in the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO).&nbsp;Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that China is ''playing'' Western countries against one another.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-warns-nato-against-inclusion-of-finland-sweden-440093" hreflang="en">Russia warns NATO against inclusion of Finland, Sweden</a>

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According to Maria Zakharova, the ministry’s spokeswoman, ''The persistent attempts by NATO to draw those countries into the orbit of its interests and opportunistic policies haven’t gone unnoticed by Russia.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-is-playing-western-countries-against-one-another-says-trudeau-440112">China is 'playing' Western countries against one another, says Trudeau</a>

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During an interview with Global television, he said, "We've been competing and China has been, from time to time, very cleverly playing us off each other in an open market, competitive way."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-anti-apartheid-icon-desmond-tutu-dies-at-90-440043">South Africa's anti-apartheid icon, Desmond Tutu, dies at 90</a>

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Desmond Tutu, South African anti-apartheid icon, also described as the country's moral compass, died on Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-launches-three-warships-one-vessel-for-pakistan-navy-another-for-thai-navy-440100">China launches three warships; one vessel for Pakistan Navy</a>

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China this week launched three warships with one meant for the Pakistan&nbsp;Navy&nbsp;and another for the Royal Thailand Navy as it continues on its grand shipbuilding projects.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-update-australias-most-populous-state-reports-record-cases-440124" hreflang="en">Omicron update: Australia’s most populous state reports record cases</a>

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New South Wales,&nbsp;home to Sydney and a third of Australia's 25 million population, reported 6,394 new infections, up from 6,288 a day earlier.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-creates-record-in-booster-dose-campaign-amid-omicron-surge-440178" hreflang="en">UK creates record in booster dose campaign amid Omicron surge</a>

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Reports said health officials will go on a door-to-door campaign in the UK to give people jabs as new virus rules came into effect in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales post-Christmas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-double-settlers-in-golan-heights-440173" hreflang="en">Israel to double settlers in Golan Heights</a>

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Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday announced a plan costing more than USD 300 million to double Jewish Israeli settlers in the Golan Heights. This territory was captured by Israel from Syria more than 40 years ago.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-16-migrants-dead-in-greece-after-their-boat-capsizes-440147" hreflang="en">At least 16 migrants dead in Greece after their boat capsizes</a>

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At least 16 migrants have died in an accident in Greece after their boat got overturned near the&nbsp;island of Paros in the central Aegean Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heavy-snow-in-japan-leads-to-cancellation-of-over-100-domestic-flights-440061" hreflang="en">Heavy snow in Japan leads to cancellation of over 100 domestic flights</a>

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Heavy snow in the northern and western parts of Japan has led to cancellation of&nbsp;more than 100 domestic flights&nbsp;on Sunday, said two biggest airlines functioning in the nation. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-economy-to-top-100-trillion-in-2022-for-first-time-india-set-to-overtake-france-report-440004" hreflang="en">World economy to top $100 trillion in 2022 for first time: Report</a>

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The world's economic output will exceed $100 trillion for the first time next year and it will take China a little longer than previously thought to overtake the United States as the No.1 economy, a report showed on Sunday.

Russia's foreign ministry has warned against the inclusion of Finland and Sweden in the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that China is ''playing'' Western countries against one another.

Russia's foreign ministry has warned against the inclusion of Finland and Sweden in the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that China is ''playing'' Western countries against one another. Click on the headlines to read more Russia warns NATO against inclusion of Finland, Sweden According to Maria Zakharova, the ministry’s spokeswoman, ''The persistent attempts by NATO to draw those countries into the orbit of its interests and opportunistic policies haven’t gone unnoticed by Russia.'' China is 'playing' Western countries against one another, says Trudeau During an interview with Global television, he said, "We've been competing and China has been, from time to time, very cleverly playing us off each other in an open market, competitive way." South Africa's anti-apartheid icon, Desmond Tutu, dies at 90 Desmond Tutu, South African anti-apartheid icon, also described as the country's moral compass, died on Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said. China launches three warships; one vessel for Pakistan Navy China this week launched three warships with one meant for the Pakistan Navy and another for the Royal Thailand Navy as it continues on its grand shipbuilding projects. Omicron update: Australia’s most populous state reports record cases New South Wales, home to Sydney and a third of Australia's 25 million population, reported 6,394 new infections, up from 6,288 a day earlier. UK creates record in booster dose campaign amid Omicron surge Reports said health officials will go on a door-to-door campaign in the UK to give people jabs as new virus rules came into effect in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales post-Christmas. Israel to double settlers in Golan Heights Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday announced a plan costing more than USD 300 million to double Jewish Israeli settlers in the Golan Heights. This territory was captured by Israel from Syria more than 40 years ago. At least 16 migrants dead in Greece after their boat capsizes At least 16 migrants have died in an accident in Greece after their boat got overturned near the island of Paros in the central Aegean Sea. Heavy snow in Japan leads to cancellation of over 100 domestic flights Heavy snow in the northern and western parts of Japan has led to cancellation of more than 100 domestic flights on Sunday, said two biggest airlines functioning in the nation. World economy to top $100 trillion in 2022 for first time: Report The world's economic output will exceed $100 trillion for the first time next year and it will take China a little longer than previously thought to overtake the United States as the No.1 economy, a report showed on Sunday.

Top 10 world news: Russia warns NATO, Canada slams China and more

To meet the shortages in the healthcare sector, the UK government is looking to hire numerous care workers from abroad.&nbsp;Russian leader Vladimir Putin has revealed that it was not the KGB but Father Frost, the Soviet Santa, that was the real force behind his rapid rise.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-omicron-variant-torments-healthcare-uk-looks-to-hire-foreign-workers-by-relaxing-visa-rules-439895">As Omicron torments, UK looks to hire foreign workers by relaxing visa rules</a>

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The development comes as the country is witnessing a huge spike in the number of the coronavirus cases due to the spread of Omicron variant. It has put immense pressure on the healthcare sector. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-concerns-in-china-rise-as-country-reports-highest-number-of-cases-in-four-months-439887" hreflang="en">COVID-19 concerns in China rise as country reports highest number of cases in four months</a>

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China, where the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) was detected in late 2019, is currently registering a new spike in virus cases as concerns loom over the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Beijing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-says-soviet-santa-is-real-force-behind-his-rapid-rise-439935">Vladimir Putin says Soviet Santa is 'real force' behind his rapid rise</a>

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When asked about the current state of relations between the Russian President and Father Frost, Putin said he is thankful to him and the Russians for being able to serve as the country's leader.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-prays-for-covid-19-pandemics-end-healthcare-for-all-on-christmas-439945">Pope Francis prays for Covid pandemic’s end, healthcare for all on Christmas</a>

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At a time when numerous people are reeling under various kinds of crisis across the world, Pope Francis prayed for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-accuses-germany-of-turning-eu-into-fourth-reich-439909">Poland accuses Germany of turning EU into 'Fourth Reich'</a>

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''Some countries are not enthusiastic at the prospect of a German Fourth Reich being built on the basis of the EU,'' Kaczynski said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bon-voyage-james-webb-space-telescope-launched-on-a-mission-to-unfold-the-universe-see-striking-pictures-439938" hreflang="en">Bon Voyage! James Webb space telescope launched on a mission to unfold the universe&nbsp;</a>

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NASA's James&nbsp;Webb&nbsp;Space Telescope, built to give the world a glimpse of the universe as it existed when the first galaxies formed, was launched by rocket early Saturday from South America's northeastern coast, opening a new era of astronomy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-african-cabinet-minister-demands-to-halt-auction-of-nelson-mandelas-prison-cell-key-439924" hreflang="en">South African cabinet minister demands to halt auction of Nelson Mandela's prison cell key</a>

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Mandela, the country’s first Black president, was long jailed for his opposition to apartheid in a prison cell of Robben Island.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-conflict-torn-myanmar-more-than-30-killed-bodies-burnt-say-reports-439904">In conflict-torn Myanmar, more than 30 killed, bodies burnt, say reports</a>

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In conflict-torn Kayah state of Myanmar, over 30 people, including women and children, have been killed. Their bodies were also burnt, said reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-sets-record-by-granting-permanent-residency-to-over-400000-in-2021-439831" hreflang="en">Canada sets record by granting permanent residency to over 400,000 in 2021</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Breaking its all-time record, this is the second time that the country has been able to achieve this figure since its foundation in 1867.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-warming-can-double-crop-pests-and-diseases-in-china-threaten-food-security-warn-scientists-439784">Global warming can double crop pests and diseases in China, threaten food security, warn scientists</a>

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Global warming can double the occurrence of crop pests and diseases by the end of the century in China, threatening the Asian giant’s food security, scientists have warned.

To meet the shortages in the healthcare sector, the UK government is looking to hire numerous care workers from abroad. Russian leader Vladimir Putin has revealed that it was not the KGB but Father Frost, the Soviet Santa, that was the real force behind his rapid rise.

To meet the shortages in the healthcare sector, the UK government is looking to hire numerous care workers from abroad. Russian leader Vladimir Putin has revealed that it was not the KGB but Father Frost, the Soviet Santa, that was the real force behind his rapid rise. Click on headlines to read more As Omicron torments, UK looks to hire foreign workers by relaxing visa rules The development comes as the country is witnessing a huge spike in the number of the coronavirus cases due to the spread of Omicron variant. It has put immense pressure on the healthcare sector. COVID-19 concerns in China rise as country reports highest number of cases in four months China, where the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) was detected in late 2019, is currently registering a new spike in virus cases as concerns loom over the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Beijing. Vladimir Putin says Soviet Santa is 'real force' behind his rapid rise When asked about the current state of relations between the Russian President and Father Frost, Putin said he is thankful to him and the Russians for being able to serve as the country's leader. Pope Francis prays for Covid pandemic’s end, healthcare for all on Christmas At a time when numerous people are reeling under various kinds of crisis across the world, Pope Francis prayed for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday. Poland accuses Germany of turning EU into 'Fourth Reich' ''Some countries are not enthusiastic at the prospect of a German Fourth Reich being built on the basis of the EU,'' Kaczynski said. Bon Voyage! James Webb space telescope launched on a mission to unfold the universe NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, built to give the world a glimpse of the universe as it existed when the first galaxies formed, was launched by rocket early Saturday from South America's northeastern coast, opening a new era of astronomy. South African cabinet minister demands to halt auction of Nelson Mandela's prison cell key Mandela, the country’s first Black president, was long jailed for his opposition to apartheid in a prison cell of Robben Island. In conflict-torn Myanmar, more than 30 killed, bodies burnt, say reports In conflict-torn Kayah state of Myanmar, over 30 people, including women and children, have been killed. Their bodies were also burnt, said reports. Canada sets record by granting permanent residency to over 400,000 in 2021 Breaking its all-time record, this is the second time that the country has been able to achieve this figure since its foundation in 1867. Global warming can double crop pests and diseases in China, threaten food security, warn scientists Global warming can double the occurrence of crop pests and diseases by the end of the century in China, threatening the Asian giant’s food security, scientists have warned.

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Russian President Vladimir&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;while speaking at the annual news press conference said that insulting&nbsp;Prophet Muhammad is a "violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam". Also,&nbsp;Ecuador has become the first country to make Covid vaccines mandatory for children as young as five years.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuador-becomes-first-country-to-mandate-covid-vaccines-for-children-from-age-of-5-439596">Ecuador becomes first country to mandate Covid vaccines for children from age of 5</a>

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Ecuador has become the first country to make Covid vaccines mandatory for children as young as five years. "In Ecuador, vaccination against Covid-19 is declared compulsory," the health ministry said in a statement. This comes in amid growing fears of the Omicron variant.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xian-lockdown-chinese-city-reports-community-transmission-hemorrhagic-fever-439629">Xi'an lockdown: Chinese city reports community transmission, hemorrhagic fever</a>

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After China lockdown millions in&nbsp;Xi'an&nbsp;city in northwest Shaanxi province, reports claim there has been "multiple community transmission chains" including hemorrhagic fever cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/insulting-prophet-muhammad-violation-of-religious-freedom-putin-439566">Insulting Prophet Muhammad violation of religious freedom: Putin</a>

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Russian President Vladimir&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;while speaking at the annual news press conference said that insulting&nbsp;Prophet Muhammad is a "violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-tensions-with-ukraine-russia-plans-urgent-burial-of-corpses-report-439597">Amid tensions with Ukraine, Russia plans 'urgent burial of corpses': Report</a>

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Amid tensions with&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;at the border, reports claim Russia has approved "urgent burial of corpses in war and peacetime".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-chinese-province-is-now-offering-baby-loans-to-tackle-declining-population-439627">This Chinese province is now offering baby loans to tackle declining population</a>

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In a first, Jilin province in northeast China is asking banks to provide an amount of up to $31,400 of “marriage and birth consumer loans” to married couples. The move comes as an attempt to tackle the problem of the shrinking population in China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-starts-a-campaign-to-raise-aid-for-the-victims-of-philippines-typhoon-rai-439648">UN starts a campaign to raise aid for the victims of Philippines' typhoon Rai</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/cutting-cakes-with-a-murderer-photos-of-top-myanmar-catholic-with-junta-chief-spark-outrage-439665">'Cutting cakes with a murderer?': Photos of top Myanmar Catholic with junta chief spark outrage</a>

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Photos of Myanmar's top Catholic prelate, Cardinal Charles Bo, with the country's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing sparked outrage after he was seen cutting a cake with coup leader amid a deadly military crackdown in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-covid-19-surge-us-drops-personal-interviews-for-h-1b-l-1-visas-for-now-439550">Amid COVID-19 surge, US drops personal interviews for H-1B, L-1 Visas for now</a>

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In response to rising concerns about COVID-19 instances, the US has stated that for the entire year of 2022, it will exempt the in-person interview requirement for a variety of visa applicants, including H-1B employees and students, many of whom are from India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/dinosaurs-killing-asteroid-caused-prolonged-darkness-on-earth-study-reveals-439636">Dinosaurs-killing asteroid caused prolonged darkness on Earth, study reveals</a>

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The palaeontological studies of the fossilised remains such as bones and teeth of the extinct dinosaurs have given sufficient information about the species as the experts now analyse physiological aspects to behavioural characteristics of the extinct animals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-explorers-push-limits-in-3600-km-long-trek-across-antarctica-but-why-439632">Two explorers push limits in 3600-km-long trek across Antarctica, but why?</a>

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Two explorers, Justin Packshaw and Jamie Facer, have taken up a 3600-km-long trek across Antarctica.&nbsp;These bravehearts are walking on foot during a major part of the kitesurf trek amid temperatures falling to -55 degrees Celsius, putting extreme pressure on their bodies and mind.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking at the annual news press conference said that insulting Prophet Muhammad is a "violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam".

Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking at the annual news press conference said that insulting Prophet Muhammad is a "violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam". Also, Ecuador has become the first country to make Covid vaccines mandatory for children as young as five years. Click on headlines to read more Ecuador becomes first country to mandate Covid vaccines for children from age of 5 Ecuador has become the first country to make Covid vaccines mandatory for children as young as five years. "In Ecuador, vaccination against Covid-19 is declared compulsory," the health ministry said in a statement. This comes in amid growing fears of the Omicron variant. Xi'an lockdown: Chinese city reports community transmission, hemorrhagic fever After China lockdown millions in Xi'an city in northwest Shaanxi province, reports claim there has been "multiple community transmission chains" including hemorrhagic fever cases. Insulting Prophet Muhammad violation of religious freedom: Putin Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking at the annual news press conference said that insulting Prophet Muhammad is a "violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam." Amid tensions with Ukraine, Russia plans 'urgent burial of corpses': Report Amid tensions with Ukraine at the border, reports claim Russia has approved "urgent burial of corpses in war and peacetime". This Chinese province is now offering baby loans to tackle declining population In a first, Jilin province in northeast China is asking banks to provide an amount of up to $31,400 of “marriage and birth consumer loans” to married couples. The move comes as an attempt to tackle the problem of the shrinking population in China. UN starts a campaign to raise aid for the victims of Philippines' typhoon Rai 'Cutting cakes with a murderer?': Photos of top Myanmar Catholic with junta chief spark outrage Photos of Myanmar's top Catholic prelate, Cardinal Charles Bo, with the country's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing sparked outrage after he was seen cutting a cake with coup leader amid a deadly military crackdown in the country. Amid COVID-19 surge, US drops personal interviews for H-1B, L-1 Visas for now In response to rising concerns about COVID-19 instances, the US has stated that for the entire year of 2022, it will exempt the in-person interview requirement for a variety of visa applicants, including H-1B employees and students, many of whom are from India. Dinosaurs-killing asteroid caused prolonged darkness on Earth, study reveals The palaeontological studies of the fossilised remains such as bones and teeth of the extinct dinosaurs have given sufficient information about the species as the experts now analyse physiological aspects to behavioural characteristics of the extinct animals. Two explorers push limits in 3600-km-long trek across Antarctica, but why? Two explorers, Justin Packshaw and Jamie Facer, have taken up a 3600-km-long trek across Antarctica. These bravehearts are walking on foot during a major part of the kitesurf trek amid temperatures falling to -55 degrees Celsius, putting extreme pressure on their bodies and mind.

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Russia President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia did not want conflict with Ukraine or the West.&nbsp;United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid has confirmed that the ministers are not planning to announce any new restrictions after Christmas.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-want-conflict-over-ukraine-but-nato-expansion-unacceptable-putin-439311" hreflang="en">Don't want conflict over Ukraine, but NATO expansion unacceptable: Putin</a>

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"There must not be any eastward NATO expansion," Putin told journalists at his annual end-of-year press conference.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-post-christmas-restrictions-to-be-announced-for-uk-says-sajid-javid-439336">No post-Christmas restrictions to be announced for UK, says Sajid Javid</a>

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"We're clear that there's no need for any further restrictions of any type before Christmas but of course, we will keep the situation under review," he said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-government-to-pay-over-1-million-to-aboriginal-people-for-racist-programme-439262">Australian government to pay over $1 million for 'racist' programme</a>

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Locals had to travel over 1,000 km to the nearest centres to represent themselves at a welfare office as per Damien McLean, president of the Shire of Ngaanyatjarraku.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/since-taliban-takeover-over-6000-afghan-journalists-have-lost-jobs-women-journalists-severely-impacted-439320">Since Taliban takeover, over 6,000 Afghan journalists have lost jobs</a>

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Four months ago, most Afghan provinces had at least 10 privately-owned media outlets. However, now, regions have no local media at all.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/even-after-surge-in-omicron-cases-japan-rules-out-changes-in-existing-curbs-439360" hreflang="en">Even after surge in Omicron cases, Japan rules out changes in existing curbs</a>

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Even after a case of community spread infection from the Omicron variant was reported in Japan, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno has said that the government is not considering any immediate change in current restrictions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-conducts-nuclear-fusion-experiment-for-artificial-sun-439314" hreflang="en">China conducts nuclear fusion experiment for 'artificial sun'</a>

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The experiment aims at making the artificial sun or the auxiliary heating system ''hotter'' and more ''durable.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-imposes-15-tax-on-multinational-firms-with-turnover-of-more-than-916-million-439347" hreflang="en">European Union imposes 15% tax on multinational firms with turnover of more than $916 million</a>

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According to EU economy commissioner Paolo Gentiloni, the rule aims at "tightening the screws on shell companies&nbsp;or letterbox companies,&nbsp;used as vehicles for tax avoidance or evasion."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-pfizer-vaccine-philippines-approves-purchase-of-mercks-covid-19-pill-439333" hreflang="en">After Pfizer vaccine, Philippines approves purchase of Merck's COVID-19 pill</a>

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In its clinical trial, the experimental pill cut the risk of hospitalisation or death from COVID-19 by about 30 per cent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/even-after-booster-shot-large-gatherings-and-parties-not-safe-warns-fauci-439259" hreflang="en">Even after booster shot, large gatherings and parties not safe, warns Fauci</a>

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Deeming parties and larger gatherings a "higher risk," Fauci said that it would be safe for fully vaccinated individuals to attend smaller family gatherings.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prosecutors-say-italian-firm-produced-4000-flawed-parts-for-boeing-439304" hreflang="en">Prosecutors say Italian firm produced 4,000 flawed parts for Boeing</a>

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The investigation aims to establish whether MPS or its predecessor firm produced flawed components that could threaten air safety, a risk that has been denied by Boeing

Russia President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia did not want conflict with Ukraine or the West. United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid has confirmed that the ministers are not planning to announce any new restrictions after Christmas.

Russia President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia did not want conflict with Ukraine or the West. United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid has confirmed that the ministers are not planning to announce any new restrictions after Christmas. Click on headlines to read more Don't want conflict over Ukraine, but NATO expansion unacceptable: Putin "There must not be any eastward NATO expansion," Putin told journalists at his annual end-of-year press conference. No post-Christmas restrictions to be announced for UK, says Sajid Javid "We're clear that there's no need for any further restrictions of any type before Christmas but of course, we will keep the situation under review," he said. Australian government to pay over $1 million for 'racist' programme Locals had to travel over 1,000 km to the nearest centres to represent themselves at a welfare office as per Damien McLean, president of the Shire of Ngaanyatjarraku. Since Taliban takeover, over 6,000 Afghan journalists have lost jobs Four months ago, most Afghan provinces had at least 10 privately-owned media outlets. However, now, regions have no local media at all. Even after surge in Omicron cases, Japan rules out changes in existing curbs Even after a case of community spread infection from the Omicron variant was reported in Japan, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno has said that the government is not considering any immediate change in current restrictions. China conducts nuclear fusion experiment for 'artificial sun' The experiment aims at making the artificial sun or the auxiliary heating system ''hotter'' and more ''durable.'' European Union imposes 15% tax on multinational firms with turnover of more than $916 million According to EU economy commissioner Paolo Gentiloni, the rule aims at "tightening the screws on shell companies or letterbox companies, used as vehicles for tax avoidance or evasion." After Pfizer vaccine, Philippines approves purchase of Merck's COVID-19 pill In its clinical trial, the experimental pill cut the risk of hospitalisation or death from COVID-19 by about 30 per cent. Even after booster shot, large gatherings and parties not safe, warns Fauci Deeming parties and larger gatherings a "higher risk," Fauci said that it would be safe for fully vaccinated individuals to attend smaller family gatherings. Prosecutors say Italian firm produced 4,000 flawed parts for Boeing The investigation aims to establish whether MPS or its predecessor firm produced flawed components that could threaten air safety, a risk that has been denied by Boeing

Top 10 world news: Putin says NATO expansion 'unacceptable' and more

After China's Xi'an city reported 52 new COVID-19 on Wednesday, authorities ordered a strict lockdown as millions were asked to stay home. Xi'an located in northern China has reported 143 COVID-19 cases so far.&nbsp;In a sign of fresh border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Taliban forces uprooted barbed wires erected by the Pakistan security forces in the eastern Nangarhar province along the Durand Line, according to local media reports.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-puts-millions-under-lockdown-after-virus-outbreak-in-xian-city-439025" hreflang="en">China puts millions under lockdown after virus outbreak in Xi'an city</a>

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China's National Health Commission (NHC) official &nbsp;Lei Zhenglong had warned that the country cannot "let its guard down" with the&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;cases being detected.

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According to the Afghanistan-based Khama Press (KP) news agency, the barbed wires were&nbsp;destroyed and brought to Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-secret-service-reveals-billions-stolen-from-covid-19-relief-funds-439060">US Secret Service reveals billions stolen from COVID-19 relief funds</a>

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In a startling disclosure, the US Secret Service has reportedly said that at least $100 billion has been stolen from&nbsp;coronavirus relief programmes in the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-orders-us-military-officials-in-okinawa-base-to-follow-covid-rules-amid-omicron-fears-439077">Omicron alert: Japan orders US military in Okinawa base to follow Covid rules</a>

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The Japanese government has told the US military to comply with coronavirus rules after US Marine corps&nbsp;camp Hansen&nbsp;in central Okinawa Prefecture was hit with multiple COVID-19 cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/portugal-announces-post-christmas-covid-curbs-in-light-of-omicron-threat-439051" hreflang="en">Portugal announces post-Christmas Covid curbs in light of Omicron threat</a>

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The restrictions have been placed in light of surging Covid cases caused by Omicron variant.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-face-sexual-abuse-abortions-and-starvation-in-kim-jong-uns-army-439019" hreflang="en">Women face sexual abuse, abortions, and starvation in Kim Jong-un’s army</a>

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A female North Korean soldier describes the misery she faces in Kim Jong Un's army, where she faces sexual assault, abortions without anaesthesia, and malnutrition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/vaccine-passport-in-your-hands-literally-this-rice-sized-chip-with-covid-data-can-be-implanted-into-body-439054" hreflang="en">Vaccine passport in your hands, literally: This rice-sized chip with Covid data can be implanted into body</a>

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A Swedish start-up company called Epicentre has invented a 'rice-sized' microchip that can be implanted under your skin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-china-commit-to-deepening-economic-ties-439005" hreflang="en">Germany, China commit to deepening economic ties</a>

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In a first phone call on Tuesday, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen economic ties, but neither side mentioned human rights or the situation in Hong Kong in their readouts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-army-institute-eyes-single-vaccine-against-covid-19-including-omicron-439036" hreflang="en">US Army institute eyes single vaccine against COVID-19 including Omicron</a>

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Reports say the US Army's&nbsp;Walter Reed Institute&nbsp;of Research is set to announce a vaccine which is resistant against all coronavirus variants.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/food-aid-to-yemen-to-be-cut-due-to-lack-of-funds-wfp-438975" hreflang="en">Food aid to Yemen to be cut due to lack of funds: WFP</a>

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Due to a lack of funds, the World Food Programme has cut aid to Yemen and warned of an increase in hunger in the war-torn country. &nbsp;

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After China's Xi'an city reported 52 new COVID-19 on Wednesday, authorities ordered a strict lockdown as millions were asked to stay home. Xi'an located in northern China has reported 143 COVID-19 cases so far.

After China's Xi'an city reported 52 new COVID-19 on Wednesday, authorities ordered a strict lockdown as millions were asked to stay home. Xi'an located in northern China has reported 143 COVID-19 cases so far. In a sign of fresh border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Taliban forces uprooted barbed wires erected by the Pakistan security forces in the eastern Nangarhar province along the Durand Line, according to local media reports. Click on headlines to read more China puts millions under lockdown after virus outbreak in Xi'an city China's National Health Commission (NHC) official Lei Zhenglong had warned that the country cannot "let its guard down" with the Omicron cases being detected. Taliban tear down barbed wire fence put up by Pakistan forces According to the Afghanistan-based Khama Press (KP) news agency, the barbed wires were destroyed and brought to Afghanistan. US Secret Service reveals billions stolen from COVID-19 relief funds In a startling disclosure, the US Secret Service has reportedly said that at least $100 billion has been stolen from coronavirus relief programmes in the United States. Omicron alert: Japan orders US military in Okinawa base to follow Covid rules The Japanese government has told the US military to comply with coronavirus rules after US Marine corps camp Hansen in central Okinawa Prefecture was hit with multiple COVID-19 cases. Portugal announces post-Christmas Covid curbs in light of Omicron threat The restrictions have been placed in light of surging Covid cases caused by Omicron variant. Women face sexual abuse, abortions, and starvation in Kim Jong-un’s army A female North Korean soldier describes the misery she faces in Kim Jong Un's army, where she faces sexual assault, abortions without anaesthesia, and malnutrition. Vaccine passport in your hands, literally: This rice-sized chip with Covid data can be implanted into body A Swedish start-up company called Epicentre has invented a 'rice-sized' microchip that can be implanted under your skin. Germany, China commit to deepening economic ties In a first phone call on Tuesday, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen economic ties, but neither side mentioned human rights or the situation in Hong Kong in their readouts. US Army institute eyes single vaccine against COVID-19 including Omicron Reports say the US Army's Walter Reed Institute of Research is set to announce a vaccine which is resistant against all coronavirus variants. Food aid to Yemen to be cut due to lack of funds: WFP Due to a lack of funds, the World Food Programme has cut aid to Yemen and warned of an increase in hunger in the war-torn country.

Top 10 world news: China puts millions under lockdown after virus outbreak and more

Ahead of the G7 foreign ministers' meet, UK's foreign minister Liz Truss said Russia would be committing a "strategic mistake" if it attacked&nbsp;Ukraine.&nbsp;At least 50 people are feared dead in Kentucky after a storm battered the southeastern US state.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-warns-russia-on-strategic-mistake-over-military-action-in-ukraine-436071" hreflang="en">UK warns Russia on 'strategic mistake' over military action in Ukraine</a>

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Truss said there would be "severe consequences if anything were to happen" referring to&nbsp;Russia's&nbsp;reported plan to attack Ukraine which has been dominated the European agenda in the past month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kentucky-storm-at-least-50-people-feared-dead-as-storms-strike-us-436093">Kentucky storm: At least 50 people feared dead as storms strike US</a>

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At least 19 tornadoes have been reported across five states, officials said, with a tornado hitting a nursing home in Monette, Arkansas, and an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville damaged.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-reports-first-omicron-case-new-virus-variant-spreads-in-25-us-states-436110">Taiwan reports first Omicron case; new virus variant spreads in 25 US states</a>

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Taiwan detected the first case of the&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;variant on Saturday after detecting it in three people who arrived in the country from abroad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/man-in-new-zealand-takes-10-vaccine-shots-in-a-day-436085" hreflang="en">Man in New Zealand takes 10 vaccine shots in a day</a>

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A man in New Zealand has reportedly taken ten&nbsp;vaccine&nbsp;shots in a day as the country's health ministry launched an investigation into the incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-blasts-disloyal-and-ungrateful-netanyahu-for-congratulating-biden-after-presidential-polls-436098">Trumps blasts ‘disloyal’ Netanyahu for congratulating Biden after 2020 polls</a>

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Former US president Donal Trump went on a tirade against his ‘close ally and friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s former prime minister, accusing him of ‘disloyalty’ after he had congratulated&nbsp;Joe Biden for winning the 2020 presidential elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/predicting-new-economic-world-order-ray-dalio-says-china-is-winning-economic-race-against-us-436025" hreflang="en">Predicting new economic world order, Ray Dalio says China is winning economic race against US</a>

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“Their growth rate at a slow level is about twice the Western world’s growth rate at a fast level,” he said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/apple-briefly-stopped-selling-its-products-in-turkey-but-why-436115" hreflang="en">Apple briefly stopped selling its products in Turkey, but why?</a>

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Though the Turkish consumers were able to browse through Apple online store, they were unable to add products to their cart and instead were greeted with this message: “Not currently available”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-bishops-santa-claus-isnt-real-remark-angers-parents-church-issues-apology-436083" hreflang="en">Italian Bishop’s ‘Santa Claus isn’t real’ remark angers parents, church issues apology</a>

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A Roman Catholic diocese in Italy's Sicily had to publicly apologise after its bishop told a church group, including children, that Santa Claus doesn’t exist and that the red suit was created by Coca-Cola for publicity.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-is-the-strategic-significance-of-indias-military-bases-in-foreign-countries-435993" hreflang="en">What is strategic significance of India's military bases in foreign countries?</a>

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To counter China, India is increasing its presence from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/drone-captures-first-look-of-tesla-cybertruck-elon-musk-reveals-biggest-concern-about-it-436079" hreflang="en">Drone captures first look of Tesla Cybertruck; Elon Musk reveals biggest concern about it</a>

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The new design of Tesla's new Cybertruck has been captured by a drone. The electric-car maker's much-anticipated Cybertruck would come with a high-end four-motor variant.

Ahead of the G7 foreign ministers' meet, UK's foreign minister Liz Truss said Russia would be committing a "strategic mistake" if it attacked Ukraine. At least 50 people are feared dead in Kentucky after a storm battered the southeastern US state.

Ahead of the G7 foreign ministers' meet, UK's foreign minister Liz Truss said Russia would be committing a "strategic mistake" if it attacked Ukraine. At least 50 people are feared dead in Kentucky after a storm battered the southeastern US state. UK warns Russia on 'strategic mistake' over military action in Ukraine Truss said there would be "severe consequences if anything were to happen" referring to Russia's reported plan to attack Ukraine which has been dominated the European agenda in the past month. Kentucky storm: At least 50 people feared dead as storms strike US At least 19 tornadoes have been reported across five states, officials said, with a tornado hitting a nursing home in Monette, Arkansas, and an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville damaged. Taiwan reports first Omicron case; new virus variant spreads in 25 US states Taiwan detected the first case of the Omicron variant on Saturday after detecting it in three people who arrived in the country from abroad. Man in New Zealand takes 10 vaccine shots in a day A man in New Zealand has reportedly taken ten vaccine shots in a day as the country's health ministry launched an investigation into the incident. Trumps blasts ‘disloyal’ Netanyahu for congratulating Biden after 2020 polls Former US president Donal Trump went on a tirade against his ‘close ally and friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s former prime minister, accusing him of ‘disloyalty’ after he had congratulated Joe Biden for winning the 2020 presidential elections. Predicting new economic world order, Ray Dalio says China is winning economic race against US “Their growth rate at a slow level is about twice the Western world’s growth rate at a fast level,” he said. Apple briefly stopped selling its products in Turkey, but why? Though the Turkish consumers were able to browse through Apple online store, they were unable to add products to their cart and instead were greeted with this message: “Not currently available”. Italian Bishop’s ‘Santa Claus isn’t real’ remark angers parents, church issues apology A Roman Catholic diocese in Italy's Sicily had to publicly apologise after its bishop told a church group, including children, that Santa Claus doesn’t exist and that the red suit was created by Coca-Cola for publicity. What is strategic significance of India's military bases in foreign countries? To counter China, India is increasing its presence from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean. Drone captures first look of Tesla Cybertruck; Elon Musk reveals biggest concern about it The new design of Tesla's new Cybertruck has been captured by a drone. The electric-car maker's much-anticipated Cybertruck would come with a high-end four-motor variant.

Top 10 world news: UK warns Russia on 'strategic mistake,' storm in Kentucky and more

A London-based Tribunal has found China guilty of committing genocide against Uyghurs. The US&nbsp;won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the UK.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tribunal-rules-china-committed-genocide-against-uyghurs-jinping-primarily-responsible-435811">Tribunal says China's Jinping 'primarily' responsible for Uyghur 'genocide'</a>

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Welcoming the final judgment of the tribunal, World Uyghur Congress (WUC) said, &nbsp;"This is a historic day for the Uyghur people."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-wins-appeal-over-extradition-of-wikileaks-founder-julian-assange-435800">US wins appeal over extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange</a>

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The decision overturned the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-ditching-submarine-deal-with-paris-australia-switches-from-european-to-us-helicopters-435861" hreflang="en">After ditching submarine deal with Paris, Australia switches from European to US helicopters</a>

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Defense Minister Peter Dutton said, ''It’s had nine instances where it’s been unsuitable to fly, and I’m just not going to put our people in that position.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conservative-party-loses-poll-lead-over-labour-after-johnsons-christmas-party-scandal-435847">Conservatives loses poll lead over Labour after Christmas party scandal</a>

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The rating of the party, also known as Tories, dropped 3 percentage points from December 2 to 33 per cent of the vote while Labour rose 4 percentage points to 37 per cent in the poll conducted by YouGov.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mortal-remains-of-gen-rawat-his-wife-consigned-to-flames-after-17-gun-salute-435793" hreflang="en">Mortal remains of Gen Rawat, his wife consigned to flames after 17-gun salute</a>

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Mortal remains of India’s top military officer General Bipin Rawat and his wife, who died in the helicopter crash, were consigned to flames with full military honours in Delhi on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-omicron-variant-on-mind-israel-extends-travel-restrictions-for-10-days-435820" hreflang="en">With Omicron variant on mind, Israel extends travel restrictions for 10 days</a>

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To keep a check on the spread of Omicron variant of coronavirus in the country, Israel has extended its tough travel restrictions for 10 days. It has imposed entry ban on all foreign nationals. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-last-few-nations-that-recognise-taiwans-sovereignty-435752" hreflang="en">The last few nations that recognise Taiwan's sovereignty</a>

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Nicaragua is the latest nation to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan to align itself with China. In total, only 14 nations recognise Taiwan over the People's Republic of China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/to-tackle-declining-birth-rate-chinese-editorial-tells-communist-members-to-have-at-least-3-kids-435843" hreflang="en">To tackle declining birth rate, Chinese editorial tells Communist members to have ‘at least 3 kids’</a>

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An editorial by a state-run news outlet had asked the members of the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) to shoulder the responsibility of the dwindling population and told them that they should be “obliged” to have at least three children.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-people-who-had-taken-booster-shots-test-positive-for-omicron-in-singapore-435786" hreflang="en">Two people, who had taken booster shots test positive for Omicron, in Singapore</a>

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Two people from Singapore have tested positive for the Omicron variant even after receiving the booster jab, reports Bloomberg. This includes a 24-year-old female airport passenger service worker a person who had returned from Germany. 
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A London-based Tribunal has found China guilty of committing genocide against Uyghurs. The US won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the UK.

A London-based Tribunal has found China guilty of committing genocide against Uyghurs. The US won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the UK. Tribunal says China's Jinping 'primarily' responsible for Uyghur 'genocide' Welcoming the final judgment of the tribunal, World Uyghur Congress (WUC) said, "This is a historic day for the Uyghur people." US wins appeal over extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange The decision overturned the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system. After ditching submarine deal with Paris, Australia switches from European to US helicopters Defense Minister Peter Dutton said, ''It’s had nine instances where it’s been unsuitable to fly, and I’m just not going to put our people in that position.'' Conservatives loses poll lead over Labour after Christmas party scandal The rating of the party, also known as Tories, dropped 3 percentage points from December 2 to 33 per cent of the vote while Labour rose 4 percentage points to 37 per cent in the poll conducted by YouGov. Mortal remains of Gen Rawat, his wife consigned to flames after 17-gun salute Mortal remains of India’s top military officer General Bipin Rawat and his wife, who died in the helicopter crash, were consigned to flames with full military honours in Delhi on Friday. With Omicron variant on mind, Israel extends travel restrictions for 10 days To keep a check on the spread of Omicron variant of coronavirus in the country, Israel has extended its tough travel restrictions for 10 days. It has imposed entry ban on all foreign nationals. The last few nations that recognise Taiwan's sovereignty Nicaragua is the latest nation to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan to align itself with China. In total, only 14 nations recognise Taiwan over the People's Republic of China. To tackle declining birth rate, Chinese editorial tells Communist members to have ‘at least 3 kids’ An editorial by a state-run news outlet had asked the members of the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) to shoulder the responsibility of the dwindling population and told them that they should be “obliged” to have at least three children. Two people, who had taken booster shots test positive for Omicron, in Singapore Two people from Singapore have tested positive for the Omicron variant even after receiving the booster jab, reports Bloomberg. This includes a 24-year-old female airport passenger service worker a person who had returned from Germany.

Top 10 world news: Jinping responsible for Uyghur 'genocide,' CDS Gen Rawat laid to rest and more

A new report has revealed that due to the decline in China's power&nbsp;in the Indo-Pacific region, there is a ''significant risk of war.''&nbsp;A British scientist has warned the world that the emergence and spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus shows that the world is closer to the start of a pandemic than the end.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/significant-risk-of-war-as-chinas-power-declines-in-indo-pacific-report-434359" hreflang="en">'Significant' risk of war as China's power declines in Indo-Pacific: Report</a>

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According to the Lowy Institute, ''Beijing is now less likely to pull ahead of its peer competitor in comprehensive power by the end of the decade.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-india-reports-16-new-cases-of-omicron-variant-tally-rises-to-21-434362" hreflang="en">Covid: India reports 16 new cases of Omicron variant, tally rises to 21</a>

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With the additional cases in Maharashtra and Jaipur, the tally of Omicron infections has increased to 21 in India. Out of these 12, eight are in Maharashtra, one in Delhi and Gujarat each, and two in Bangalore.

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With Iran's nuclear talks back in the spotlight, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has asked world powers to take a hard line in negotiations.

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They are reporting images or videos of them shared by activists for putting them in danger by refusing to get vaccinated, wearing masks, and protesting in large numbers.

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A US health authority said that 10 Covid cases were detected among crew and passengers of a Norwegian Cruise Line ship. The ship has thousands on board and was returning to New Orleans.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-visits-refugee-island-urges-against-exploitation-of-migrants-for-politics-434322" hreflang="en">Pope Francis visits refugee island, urges against exploitation of migrants for politics</a>

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Pope Francis, during his visit to Greek island of Lesbos urged the world not to use issue or migrants urged for political gains. This was Pope's second visit to the Greek island that has become symbol of plight of refugees.

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In a rare interview with a media channel, Sanna Marin, said she is making sure she can preserve the generous welfare state in an "environmentally sustainable way". She also wants to "do better when it comes to equality".

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People living in the area are experiencing its adverse effects in the form of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and skin-related problems.

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Creating a world record for a unique thing is memorable but breaking your own world record again is passion to be way better. This holds true for the Gay family, who are from Hudson Valley, New York. &nbsp;

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A new report has revealed that due to the decline in China's power in the Indo-Pacific region, there is a ''significant risk of war.'' A British scientist has warned the world that the emergence and spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus shows that the world is closer to the start of a pandemic than the end.

A new report has revealed that due to the decline in China's power in the Indo-Pacific region, there is a ''significant risk of war.'' A British scientist has warned the world that the emergence and spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus shows that the world is closer to the start of a pandemic than the end. Click on headlines to read more 'Significant' risk of war as China's power declines in Indo-Pacific: Report According to the Lowy Institute, ''Beijing is now less likely to pull ahead of its peer competitor in comprehensive power by the end of the decade.'' Covid: India reports 16 new cases of Omicron variant, tally rises to 21 With the additional cases in Maharashtra and Jaipur, the tally of Omicron infections has increased to 21 in India. Out of these 12, eight are in Maharashtra, one in Delhi and Gujarat each, and two in Bangalore. Iran must begin to pay a price for its violations: Naftali Bennett With Iran's nuclear talks back in the spotlight, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has asked world powers to take a hard line in negotiations. How Twitter's new private media policy is being abused by anti-vaxxers They are reporting images or videos of them shared by activists for putting them in danger by refusing to get vaccinated, wearing masks, and protesting in large numbers. Ten Covid cases detected on cruise ship having thousands onboard A US health authority said that 10 Covid cases were detected among crew and passengers of a Norwegian Cruise Line ship. The ship has thousands on board and was returning to New Orleans. Pope Francis visits refugee island, urges against exploitation of migrants for politics Pope Francis, during his visit to Greek island of Lesbos urged the world not to use issue or migrants urged for political gains. This was Pope's second visit to the Greek island that has become symbol of plight of refugees. Will make sure Finland stays the happiest nation, and grows: PM In a rare interview with a media channel, Sanna Marin, said she is making sure she can preserve the generous welfare state in an "environmentally sustainable way". She also wants to "do better when it comes to equality". Largest water source for Honolulu gets shut down after contamination People living in the area are experiencing its adverse effects in the form of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and skin-related problems. With display of 687,000 Christmas lights, family breaks own world record in US Creating a world record for a unique thing is memorable but breaking your own world record again is passion to be way better. This holds true for the Gay family, who are from Hudson Valley, New York. From sizzling temperatures to Messi and Ronaldo and pensioners in space, here are some of the most significant records struck in 2021

Top 10 world news: 'Significant' risk of war, Omicron variant spreads and more

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned&nbsp;his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov of consequences if Russia did not seek diplomatic resolution over the situation with Ukraine.&nbsp;GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has said that its coronavirus drug called sotrovimab is effective against the Omicron variant.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-choose-diplomacy-or-face-consequences-blinken-tells-russias-lavrov-433535" hreflang="en">Ukraine: Choose diplomacy or face consequences, Blinken tells Russia's Lavrov</a>

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He said Russia and Ukraine should each fully implement their obligations under the 2014 Minsk peace process, which was designed to end a war between pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian government forces in the east of the former Soviet republic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/glaxosmithkline-says-covid-drug-effective-against-omicron-variant-433545" hreflang="en">GlaxoSmithKline says Covid drug effective against Omicron variant</a>

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The British pharmaceutical industry company had conducted a trial against key mutations of the new Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-covid-variant-omicron-rapidly-dominating-in-south-africa-433487" hreflang="en">New Covid variant Omicron rapidly dominating in South Africa</a>

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Heavily mutated&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;is rapidly becoming the dominant variant of the coronavirus in&nbsp;South&nbsp;Africa&nbsp;less than four weeks after it was first detected there, and the United States on Wednesday&nbsp;became the latest country to identify an&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;case within its borders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/top-military-officials-of-us-china-to-meet-over-rising-incursions-in-taiwan-433522" hreflang="en">Top military officials of US, China to meet over rising incursions in Taiwan</a>

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The two nations are in touch to discuss the possibility of US Defence Secretary Llyod Austin and Xu Qiliang holding talks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-who-names-new-covid-variant-omicron-cryptos-value-skyrockets-by-900-per-cent-then-nose-dives-433562" hreflang="en">After WHO names new Covid variant, Omicron crypto’s value skyrockets by 900 per cent, then nose-dives</a>

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A relatively lesser-known cryptocurrency had been witnessing a massive surge in the crypto market. In two days, the value of the digital token shot up by a massive 900 per cent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-pm-boris-johnson-denies-flouting-coronavirus-restrictions-at-boozy-party-held-in-downing-street-433558" hreflang="en">British PM Boris Johnson denies flouting coronavirus restrictions at boozy party held in Downing Street</a>

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Johnson has been accused of hosting a packed party that violated restrictions imposed across the country last year on Christmas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreans-are-starving-but-theyre-forced-to-pay-for-candies-for-kim-jong-uns-birthday-433475" hreflang="en">North Koreans are starving, but they're forced to pay for candies for Kim Jong-Un's birthday</a>

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North Korean local governments are hurrying to create candies in advance of a statewide celebration of leader Kim Jong-Un's birthday in January, but the government is forcing hungry residents to pay the bill.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-scale-deluge-report-reveals-us-is-the-worlds-biggest-plastic-polluter-433451" hreflang="en">'Global scale deluge': Report reveals US is the world's biggest plastic polluter</a>

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A new report by the federal government revealed that the US is the biggest contributor to global plastic waste in the world as it contributed around 42 million metric tons of plastic waste in 2016.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/microsoft-to-publish-sexual-harassment-data-after-bill-gates-scandal-433569" hreflang="en">Microsoft to publish sexual harassment data after Bill Gates scandal</a>

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Arjuna Capital had sought a report from the software firm on the effectiveness of its policies to battle sexual harassment in the workplace.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/austrian-surgeon-fined-for-amputating-wrong-leg-says-it-was-human-error-433420" hreflang="en">Austrian surgeon fined for amputating wrong leg, says it was 'human error'</a>

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In a bizarre incident, an Austrian doctor was fined over $3,000 for amputating the wrong leg of a patient. The 43-year-old surgeon was found guilty after he removed the right leg of the patient, instead of the left.&nbsp;

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov of consequences if Russia did not seek diplomatic resolution over the situation with Ukraine.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov of consequences if Russia did not seek diplomatic resolution over the situation with Ukraine. GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has said that its coronavirus drug called sotrovimab is effective against the Omicron variant. Click on headlines to read more Ukraine: Choose diplomacy or face consequences, Blinken tells Russia's Lavrov He said Russia and Ukraine should each fully implement their obligations under the 2014 Minsk peace process, which was designed to end a war between pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian government forces in the east of the former Soviet republic. GlaxoSmithKline says Covid drug effective against Omicron variant The British pharmaceutical industry company had conducted a trial against key mutations of the new Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant. New Covid variant Omicron rapidly dominating in South Africa Heavily mutated Omicron is rapidly becoming the dominant variant of the coronavirus in South Africa less than four weeks after it was first detected there, and the United States on Wednesday became the latest country to identify an Omicron case within its borders. Top military officials of US, China to meet over rising incursions in Taiwan The two nations are in touch to discuss the possibility of US Defence Secretary Llyod Austin and Xu Qiliang holding talks. After WHO names new Covid variant, Omicron crypto’s value skyrockets by 900 per cent, then nose-dives A relatively lesser-known cryptocurrency had been witnessing a massive surge in the crypto market. In two days, the value of the digital token shot up by a massive 900 per cent. British PM Boris Johnson denies flouting coronavirus restrictions at boozy party held in Downing Street Johnson has been accused of hosting a packed party that violated restrictions imposed across the country last year on Christmas. North Koreans are starving, but they're forced to pay for candies for Kim Jong-Un's birthday North Korean local governments are hurrying to create candies in advance of a statewide celebration of leader Kim Jong-Un's birthday in January, but the government is forcing hungry residents to pay the bill. 'Global scale deluge': Report reveals US is the world's biggest plastic polluter A new report by the federal government revealed that the US is the biggest contributor to global plastic waste in the world as it contributed around 42 million metric tons of plastic waste in 2016. Microsoft to publish sexual harassment data after Bill Gates scandal Arjuna Capital had sought a report from the software firm on the effectiveness of its policies to battle sexual harassment in the workplace. Austrian surgeon fined for amputating wrong leg, says it was 'human error' In a bizarre incident, an Austrian doctor was fined over $3,000 for amputating the wrong leg of a patient. The 43-year-old surgeon was found guilty after he removed the right leg of the patient, instead of the left.

Top 10 world news: Blinken tells Russia to choose diplomacy or face consequences on Ukraine and more

After Israel reported the first case of&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;variant case last week, reports said two doctors were infected with the new variant even as they were fully vaccinated including with a booster shot.&nbsp;The European Union has unveiled a project called ''Global Gateway'' that is&nbsp;worth 300 billion euros ($340 billion).

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-fully-vaccinated-israeli-doctors-get-infected-with-omicron-variant-433249">Two fully vaccinated Israeli doctors get infected with Omicron variant</a>

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Both doctors reportedly worked in the same hospital. One of the doctors had visited&nbsp;London.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eyeing-china-eu-unveils-global-gateway-project-worth-340-billion-433281" hreflang="en">Eyeing China, EU unveils 'Global Gateway' project worth $340 billion</a>

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Experts believe the strategy is an offshoot of a plan by G7 countries to offer developing countries an alternative to Belt and Road presented in June at the industrial powers' summit in Cornwall.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mark-meadows-reveals-donald-trump-tested-covid-positive-few-days-before-biden-debate-433258" hreflang="en">Mark Meadows reveals Donald Trump tested Covid-positive few days before Biden debate</a>

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Meadows, who served as Trump's chief of staff, has made the shocking&nbsp;revelation&nbsp;in his new memoir called 'The Chief's Chief.'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-hypersonic-missile-can-stay-in-orbit-longer-claims-us-space-force-general-433271" hreflang="en">China's hypersonic missile can stay in orbit longer, claims US Space Force General</a>

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After reports claimed China had recently tested two&nbsp;hypersonic missiles, a top official from the US Space Force claimed China's hypersonic weapon can stay in space over an extended period.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/worldwide-cost-of-living-survey-top-10-expensive-cities-to-live-in-433222" hreflang="en">Worldwide Cost of Living Survey: Top 10 expensive cities to live in</a>

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The list has been compiled according to the&nbsp;Worldwide Cost of Living Index and was conducted in 173 cities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-may-sue-nasa-astronaut-over-claims-of-drilling-hole-in-spacecraft-433252" hreflang="en">Russia may sue NASA astronaut over claims of drilling hole in spacecraft</a>

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In a new development, Russian space agency Roscosmos has threatened to sue a NASA astronaut. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-armed-forces-plan-to-allow-people-with-hiv-to-join-433235" hreflang="en">British armed forces plan to allow people with HIV to join</a>

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British defence ministry said that it is planning to allow HIV positive people to join British armed forces if they no longer carry detectable amount of the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/debate-over-new-covid-variant-omicrons-pronunciation-begins-433191">Debate over new Covid variant Omicron’s pronunciation begins&nbsp;</a>

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Even as the world is tensed over the emergence of a new Covid variant Omicron, a debate seems to have begun over its pronunciation. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conservative-anti-vaxxer-broadcaster-marcus-lamb-dies-of-covid-433262" hreflang="en">Conservative anti-vaxxer broadcaster Marcus Lamb dies of Covid</a>

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Jonathan Lamb, son of Marcus Lamb described the Covid infection as "a spiritual attack from the enemy".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-becomes-part-of-g20-troika-to-host-summit-in-2023-433276" hreflang="en">India becomes part of G20 Troika, to host summit in 2023</a>

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As a founding member of the grouping, India has used the platform to raise issues of vital importance globally

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After Israel reported the first case of Omicron variant case last week, reports said two doctors were infected with the new variant even as they were fully vaccinated including with a booster shot.

After Israel reported the first case of Omicron variant case last week, reports said two doctors were infected with the new variant even as they were fully vaccinated including with a booster shot. The European Union has unveiled a project called ''Global Gateway'' that is worth 300 billion euros ($340 billion). Click on headlines to read more Two fully vaccinated Israeli doctors get infected with Omicron variant Both doctors reportedly worked in the same hospital. One of the doctors had visited London. Eyeing China, EU unveils 'Global Gateway' project worth $340 billion Experts believe the strategy is an offshoot of a plan by G7 countries to offer developing countries an alternative to Belt and Road presented in June at the industrial powers' summit in Cornwall. Mark Meadows reveals Donald Trump tested Covid-positive few days before Biden debate Meadows, who served as Trump's chief of staff, has made the shocking revelation in his new memoir called 'The Chief's Chief.' China's hypersonic missile can stay in orbit longer, claims US Space Force General After reports claimed China had recently tested two hypersonic missiles, a top official from the US Space Force claimed China's hypersonic weapon can stay in space over an extended period. Worldwide Cost of Living Survey: Top 10 expensive cities to live in The list has been compiled according to the Worldwide Cost of Living Index and was conducted in 173 cities. Russia may sue NASA astronaut over claims of drilling hole in spacecraft In a new development, Russian space agency Roscosmos has threatened to sue a NASA astronaut. British armed forces plan to allow people with HIV to join British defence ministry said that it is planning to allow HIV positive people to join British armed forces if they no longer carry detectable amount of the virus. Debate over new Covid variant Omicron’s pronunciation begins Even as the world is tensed over the emergence of a new Covid variant Omicron, a debate seems to have begun over its pronunciation. Conservative anti-vaxxer broadcaster Marcus Lamb dies of Covid Jonathan Lamb, son of Marcus Lamb described the Covid infection as "a spiritual attack from the enemy". India becomes part of G20 Troika, to host summit in 2023 As a founding member of the grouping, India has used the platform to raise issues of vital importance globally

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The Australian government has said it has temporarily stopped plans to reopen borders for&nbsp;students&nbsp;and skilled workers as more people were detected with the Omicron&nbsp;variant.&nbsp;Russia has&nbsp;carried out another successful test launch of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-halts-border-reopening-after-two-more-omicron-cases-detected-432736" hreflang="en">Australia halts border reopening after two more Omicron cases detected</a>

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the decision to reopen the borders from December 1 has been pushed back by two weeks. The country has kept its&nbsp;borders&nbsp;closed for non-citizens for over 20 months ever since the pandemic hit in March last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-detects-six-omicron-variant-cases-as-uk-tightens-restrictions-432786">Scotland detects six Omicron variant cases as UK tightens restriction</a>

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Reports say at least six&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;variant cases have been detected in Scotland taking the total number of new virus variant cases in the UK to nine.

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Amid panic over the&nbsp;Omicron&nbsp;variant, the World Health Organisation(WHO) chief Tedros&nbsp;Adhanom Ghebreyesus asserted that although vaccines save lives however it does not fully eliminate transmission of the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/omicron-hits-portugal-as-13-members-of-lisbon-football-club-belenenses-sad-test-positive-432762">Omicron hits Portugal as 13 members of Belenenses football club test positive</a>

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Portugal detected 13 cases of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus on Monday, all involving players and staff members of Lisbon soccer club Belenenses SAD, after one player recently returned from South Africa, health authority DGS said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zircon-hypersonic-missile-hits-target-in-latest-test-says-russia-432779">Zircon hypersonic missile hits target in latest test, says Russia</a>

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Russia on Monday, said that it had carried out another successful test launch of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile. These missiles are hailed by Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of new generation of arms systems that are unrivalled.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/their-intention-is-to-slowly-exhaust-taiwan-slams-chinese-air-intrusion-432804" hreflang="en">'Their intention is to slowly exhaust': Taiwan slams Chinese air intrusion</a>

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After Taiwan scrambled jets to deter Chinese aircraft from entering its&nbsp;air defence zone&nbsp;on Sunday, the country's defence minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said Beijing's intention is to "slowly exhaust" the country with air intrusions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-tayyip-erdogan-ratings-hit-all-time-low-as-lira-slumps-432788" hreflang="en">Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan ratings hit all-time low as lira slumps</a>

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With pre-election polls showing dwindling support for his long-ruling AK Party (AKP), President Tayyip Erdogan's poll rating has hit an all time low.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senator-asks-president-biden-to-apologise-to-rittenhose-for-calling-him-white-supremacist-432770" hreflang="en">US Senator asks President Biden to apologise to Rittenhose for calling him 'white supremacist'</a>

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US Senator Thomas Bryant Cotton has asked President Joe Biden to apologise to Kyle Rittenhouse for calling him ''white supremacist.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fauci-warns-us-might-have-to-face-a-fifth-wave-as-he-urges-people-to-get-jabbed-432706" hreflang="en">Fauci warns US might have to face a fifth wave as he urges people to get jabbed</a>

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As fears of the new variant continue to grow, Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser, Anthony Fauci on Sunday warned that the US might have to go through a fifth wave. He also warned of increased transmissibility in the new variant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ray-of-hope-blood-test-looks-to-identify-disorder-in-people-suffering-with-mental-health-issues-432714" hreflang="en">Ray of hope? Blood test looks to identify disorder in people suffering with mental health issues</a>

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In what can be called a ray of hope, a blood test, which uses RNA markers, seems to be offering help in identifying the issue among people, who have mood disorders, such as depression. It could be a breakthrough in the diagnosis of mental health conditions. &nbsp;

The Australian government has said it has temporarily stopped plans to reopen borders for students and skilled workers as more people were detected with the Omicron variant.

The Australian government has said it has temporarily stopped plans to reopen borders for students and skilled workers as more people were detected with the Omicron variant. Russia has carried out another successful test launch of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile. Click on headlines to read more Australia halts border reopening after two more Omicron cases detected Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the decision to reopen the borders from December 1 has been pushed back by two weeks. The country has kept its borders closed for non-citizens for over 20 months ever since the pandemic hit in March last year. Scotland detects six Omicron variant cases as UK tightens restriction Reports say at least six Omicron variant cases have been detected in Scotland taking the total number of new virus variant cases in the UK to nine. Vaccines save lives but does not fully prevent virus transmission: WHO chief Amid panic over the Omicron variant, the World Health Organisation(WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus asserted that although vaccines save lives however it does not fully eliminate transmission of the virus. Omicron hits Portugal as 13 members of Belenenses football club test positive Portugal detected 13 cases of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus on Monday, all involving players and staff members of Lisbon soccer club Belenenses SAD, after one player recently returned from South Africa, health authority DGS said. Zircon hypersonic missile hits target in latest test, says Russia Russia on Monday, said that it had carried out another successful test launch of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile. These missiles are hailed by Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of new generation of arms systems that are unrivalled. 'Their intention is to slowly exhaust': Taiwan slams Chinese air intrusion After Taiwan scrambled jets to deter Chinese aircraft from entering its air defence zone on Sunday, the country's defence minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said Beijing's intention is to "slowly exhaust" the country with air intrusions. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan ratings hit all-time low as lira slumps With pre-election polls showing dwindling support for his long-ruling AK Party (AKP), President Tayyip Erdogan's poll rating has hit an all time low. US Senator asks President Biden to apologise to Rittenhose for calling him 'white supremacist' US Senator Thomas Bryant Cotton has asked President Joe Biden to apologise to Kyle Rittenhouse for calling him ''white supremacist.'' Fauci warns US might have to face a fifth wave as he urges people to get jabbed As fears of the new variant continue to grow, Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser, Anthony Fauci on Sunday warned that the US might have to go through a fifth wave. He also warned of increased transmissibility in the new variant. Ray of hope? Blood test looks to identify disorder in people suffering with mental health issues In what can be called a ray of hope, a blood test, which uses RNA markers, seems to be offering help in identifying the issue among people, who have mood disorders, such as depression. It could be a breakthrough in the diagnosis of mental health conditions.

Top 10 world news: Scotland detects six Omicron variant cases and more

The new Omicron coronavirus variant kept spreading around the world on Sunday, with 13 cases found in the Netherlands and two each in Denmark and Australia, even as more countries tried to seal themselves off by imposing travel restrictions.&nbsp;Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda has said that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) military alliance needs to rethink its stance towards Belarus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tip-of-the-iceberg-dutch-authorities-confirm-13-omicron-variant-cases-in-south-african-flights-432595" hreflang="en">'Tip of the iceberg': Dutch authorities confirm 13 Omicron variant cases in South African flights</a>

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The nation's health agency said investigations were currently underway to find out the test results of other passengers with the new variant likely to be found among other passengers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lithuania-says-nato-military-alliance-needs-to-rethink-stance-towards-belarus-432586">Lithuania says NATO military alliance needs to rethink stance towards Belarus</a>

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Warning NATO about the "total military integration" of Belarus into Russian military structures, Nauseda said Minsk will keep testing the West.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-variant-is-causing-mild-disease-says-south-african-medical-association-432552">Omicron variant is causing mild disease, says SA Medical Association</a>

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South African Medical Association (SAMA) said that the new Omicron variant of coronavirus resulted in mild disease without prominent syndromes. Angelique Coetzee, the chairwoman of SAMA was quoted by Sputnik.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-cdc-says-there-would-630000-daily-covid-19-cases-if-it-follows-us-style-method-432550">China's CDC says there would 630,000 daily cases if it follows US model</a>

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According to China's Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), the "flawed US-style"&nbsp;virus&nbsp;prevention measures could lead to "630,000 positive cases daily".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-slammed-for-buying-white-house-christmas-tree-worth-139k-as-world-grapples-with-inflation-432548" hreflang="en">Biden slammed for buying White House Christmas tree worth $139K as world grapples with inflation</a>

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First Lady Jill Biden had recently welcomed the official White House Christmas tree, which is an 18.5ft long Fraser fir tree.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-worried-about-relief-to-iran-without-curb-on-nuclear-projects-bennett-432564">Israel worried about relief to Iran without curb on nuclear projects: Bennett</a>

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Israel Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday expressed fears that Iran would get&nbsp;sanctions relief without significant curbs on its nuclear program.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/spacex-founder-elon-musk-asks-nasa-to-avenge-the-dinosaurs-in-its-dart-mission-432572" hreflang="en">SpaceX founder Elon Musk asks NASA to 'avenge the dinosaurs' in its DART mission</a>

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SpaceX founder Elon Musk has asked NASA to ''avenge the dinosaurs'' in its Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/petr-fiala-named-new-czech-pm-by-covid-stricken-president-432562" hreflang="en">Petr Fiala named new Czech PM by Covid-stricken president</a>

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Right-winger Petr Fiala was named the Czech Republic's new prime minister on Sunday in an unusual ceremony, with wheelchair-bound President Milos Zeman speaking from behind a plastic barrier because he has Covid-19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/solomon-islands-pm-manasseh-sogavare-defies-pressure-to-resign-after-unrest-432554" hreflang="en">Solomon Islands: PM Manasseh Sogavare defies pressure to resign after unrest</a>

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Sogavare blamed outside interference for stirring up the protests calling for his resignation, with a thinly veiled reference to Taiwan and the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/fires-floods-flying-insects-climate-fuelled-disasters-that-wreaked-havoc-across-world-432546" hreflang="en">Fires, floods, flying insects: Climate-fuelled disasters that wreaked havoc across world</a>

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From a summer of fire and record floods, to freak frosts and locusts invasions, experts say man-made climate change is wreaking havoc on the world's weather.

The new Omicron coronavirus variant kept spreading around the world on Sunday, with 13 cases found in the Netherlands and two each in Denmark and Australia, even as more countries tried to seal themselves off by imposing travel restrictions.

The new Omicron coronavirus variant kept spreading around the world on Sunday, with 13 cases found in the Netherlands and two each in Denmark and Australia, even as more countries tried to seal themselves off by imposing travel restrictions. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda has said that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) military alliance needs to rethink its stance towards Belarus. Click on headlines to read more 'Tip of the iceberg': Dutch authorities confirm 13 Omicron variant cases in South African flights The nation's health agency said investigations were currently underway to find out the test results of other passengers with the new variant likely to be found among other passengers. Lithuania says NATO military alliance needs to rethink stance towards Belarus Warning NATO about the "total military integration" of Belarus into Russian military structures, Nauseda said Minsk will keep testing the West. Omicron variant is causing mild disease, says SA Medical Association South African Medical Association (SAMA) said that the new Omicron variant of coronavirus resulted in mild disease without prominent syndromes. Angelique Coetzee, the chairwoman of SAMA was quoted by Sputnik. China's CDC says there would 630,000 daily cases if it follows US model According to China's Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), the "flawed US-style" virus prevention measures could lead to "630,000 positive cases daily". Biden slammed for buying White House Christmas tree worth $139K as world grapples with inflation First Lady Jill Biden had recently welcomed the official White House Christmas tree, which is an 18.5ft long Fraser fir tree. Israel worried about relief to Iran without curb on nuclear projects: Bennett Israel Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday expressed fears that Iran would get sanctions relief without significant curbs on its nuclear program. SpaceX founder Elon Musk asks NASA to 'avenge the dinosaurs' in its DART mission SpaceX founder Elon Musk has asked NASA to ''avenge the dinosaurs'' in its Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission. Petr Fiala named new Czech PM by Covid-stricken president Right-winger Petr Fiala was named the Czech Republic's new prime minister on Sunday in an unusual ceremony, with wheelchair-bound President Milos Zeman speaking from behind a plastic barrier because he has Covid-19. Solomon Islands: PM Manasseh Sogavare defies pressure to resign after unrest Sogavare blamed outside interference for stirring up the protests calling for his resignation, with a thinly veiled reference to Taiwan and the United States. Fires, floods, flying insects: Climate-fuelled disasters that wreaked havoc across world From a summer of fire and record floods, to freak frosts and locusts invasions, experts say man-made climate change is wreaking havoc on the world's weather.

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China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.''&nbsp;Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-asks-us-to-stop-providing-platform-to-taiwans-independence-forces-431638" hreflang="en">China asks US to stop providing platform to Taiwan's independence forces</a>

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Firmly opposing the invite by the US to Taiwan for the "Summit for Democracy," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said the country should "abide by the one-China principle."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sweden-appoints-magdalena-andersson-as-its-first-female-prime-minister-431645">Sweden appoints Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister</a>

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Andersson was able to clinch a last-minute deal that gave her victory by the slimmest of possible margins.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finance-minister-olaf-scholz-set-to-become-german-chancellor-431613" hreflang="en">Finance minister&nbsp;Olaf&nbsp;Scholz set to become German Chancellor</a>

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Finance Minister&nbsp;Olaf&nbsp;Scholz&nbsp;was on the verge of succeeding Angela Merkel as German Chancellor on Wednesday after three parties announced they were ready to present a coalition deal to govern Europe's largest economy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-names-all-of-hezbollah-neo-nazi-group-as-terrorist-organisation-431646">Australia names all of Hezbollah, neo-Nazi group as terrorist organisation</a>

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Australia on Wednesday classified all of Hezbollah— a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party, which also has a militia&nbsp;wing—as a terrorist group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mp-stella-creasy-reprimanded-for-bringing-her-baby-inside-uks-parliament-431658">MP Stella Creasy reprimanded for bringing her baby inside UK's parliament</a>

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A committee of the members of parliament has been formed to review the policy by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/collins-dictionary-makes-nft-its-word-of-the-year-431592" hreflang="en">Collins Dictionary makes NFT its word of the year</a>

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It said the word has seen a ''meteoric rise'' in use over the last year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/staring-at-screen-for-prolonged-period-can-make-eyeballs-elongated-reveals-study-431637" hreflang="en">Staring at screen for prolonged period can make eyeballs elongated, reveals study</a>

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A new research study has revealed that spending more time on near objects like mobile phones, screens, laptops, could make eyeballs elongated and eventually lead to near-sightedness, called myopia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/samsung-to-build-new-17-billion-chip-plant-in-texas-construction-to-begin-next-year-431651" hreflang="en">Samsung to build $17b chip plant in Texas, construction to begin next year</a>

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Samsung&nbsp;Electronics Co Ltd said on Wednesday it had picked Taylor, Texas as the location for a new $17 billion plant to make advanced chips for functions such as mobile, 5G, high-performance computing and artificial intelligence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jamie-dimon-believes-jp-morgan-will-outlast-chinas-communist-party-431625" hreflang="en">Jamie Dimon believes JP Morgan will outlast China's Communist Party</a>

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JPMorgan has been operating in China since 1921, the same year the Communist Party was founded there.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-affecting-one-of-the-most-monogamous-birds-leading-to-break-ups-431575" hreflang="en">Global warming affecting one of the most monogamous birds, leading to 'break-ups'</a>

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Researchers say global warming might be responsible for albatrosses, one of the most monogamous birds in the world, divorcing more often.

China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.'' Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister.

China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.'' Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister. Click on headlines to read more China asks US to stop providing platform to Taiwan's independence forces Firmly opposing the invite by the US to Taiwan for the "Summit for Democracy," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said the country should "abide by the one-China principle." Sweden appoints Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister Andersson was able to clinch a last-minute deal that gave her victory by the slimmest of possible margins. Finance minister Olaf Scholz set to become German Chancellor Finance Minister Olaf Scholz was on the verge of succeeding Angela Merkel as German Chancellor on Wednesday after three parties announced they were ready to present a coalition deal to govern Europe's largest economy. Australia names all of Hezbollah, neo-Nazi group as terrorist organisation Australia on Wednesday classified all of Hezbollah— a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party, which also has a militia wing—as a terrorist group. MP Stella Creasy reprimanded for bringing her baby inside UK's parliament A committee of the members of parliament has been formed to review the policy by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle. Collins Dictionary makes NFT its word of the year It said the word has seen a ''meteoric rise'' in use over the last year. Staring at screen for prolonged period can make eyeballs elongated, reveals study A new research study has revealed that spending more time on near objects like mobile phones, screens, laptops, could make eyeballs elongated and eventually lead to near-sightedness, called myopia. Samsung to build $17b chip plant in Texas, construction to begin next year Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Wednesday it had picked Taylor, Texas as the location for a new $17 billion plant to make advanced chips for functions such as mobile, 5G, high-performance computing and artificial intelligence. Jamie Dimon believes JP Morgan will outlast China's Communist Party JPMorgan has been operating in China since 1921, the same year the Communist Party was founded there. Global warming affecting one of the most monogamous birds, leading to 'break-ups' Researchers say global warming might be responsible for albatrosses, one of the most monogamous birds in the world, divorcing more often.

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The&nbsp;Kremlin has slammed the United States for&nbsp;whipping up tensions&nbsp;over the Russian invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has accused Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko&nbsp;of launching the ''greatest bid to destabilise Europe since the Cold War.''

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-protests-sudans-military-reinstates-pm-hamdok-after-agreement-431020" hreflang="en">Amid protests, Sudan's military reinstates PM Hamdok after agreement</a>

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Reports say Sudan's Prime Minister&nbsp;Abdalla Hamdok&nbsp;has been reinstated after General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan reached an agreement at the presidential palace in Khartoum.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polish-pm-morawiecki-accuses-belarus-of-launching-greatest-attempt-to-destabilise-europe-430957" hreflang="en">Poland accuses Belarus of launching 'greatest attempt' to destabilise Europe</a>

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Minsk has been accused by the West of orchestrating the migrant crisis at the Polish border and trucking hundreds of refugees to the frontier.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hysteria-is-being-whipped-up-artificially-says-russia-over-ukraine-conflict-431009" hreflang="en">Hysteria is being whipped up artificially, says Russia over Ukraine conflict</a>

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Ukraine's army has been locked in a simmering conflict with pro-Russian separatists in two breakaway regions bordering Russia since 2014 after Moscow annexed Crimea from Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-halts-work-on-military-base-in-uae-after-us-intervention-report-430975">China halts work on military base in UAE after US intervention: Report</a>

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The Wall Street Journal had reported that China was constructing a military facility on a secret port near Abu Dhabi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-ex-lover-arcuri-agrees-to-assist-ethics-watchdog-uk-pm-may-face-criminal-inquiry-430996" hreflang="en">After ex-lover Arcuri agrees to assist ethics watchdog, UK PM may face criminal inquiry&nbsp;</a>

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Arcuri has allowed it to inspect extracts of her diary entries, which describe her affair with Johnson.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-is-north-korea-known-as-the-most-isolated-country-in-the-world-430945" hreflang="en">Why is North Korea known as the most isolated country in the world?</a>

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From the point of view of tourism, North Korea is an isolated country and the United States has labelled it as the least favourable nation to visit

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/accidental-discharge-of-gun-creates-chaos-at-atlanta-airport-430961" hreflang="en">Accidental discharge of gun creates chaos at Atlanta airport</a>

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An accidental discharge from a gun with a passenger created chaos at Atlanta airport on Sunday (November 20) with scared passengers even running on tarmac.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-35000-people-protest-in-vienna-against-new-covid-restrictions-430953" hreflang="en">Nearly 35,000 people protest in Vienna against new Covid restrictions</a>

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Thousands of people took to the streets of Austria's capital city Vienna to protest against the new restrictions introduced against the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/apple-workers-have-right-to-discuss-wages-and-working-conditions-430892">Apple workers have right to discuss wages and working conditions</a>

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Apple&nbsp;delivered a message to employees&nbsp;that was striking given its reputation for secrecy: a reminder that&nbsp;workers&nbsp;may&nbsp;discuss&nbsp;wages, hours and&nbsp;working&nbsp;conditions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/8573-venezuelan-musicians-bag-worlds-largest-orchestra-title-431006" hreflang="en">8,573 Venezuelan musicians bag world's largest orchestra title</a>

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Guinness World Records announced that the musicians, which were connected to the country's network of youth orchestras, earned the designation with a performance.

The Kremlin has slammed the United States for whipping up tensions over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has accused Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko of launching the ''greatest bid to destabilise Europe since the Cold War.

The Kremlin has slammed the United States for whipping up tensions over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has accused Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko of launching the ''greatest bid to destabilise Europe since the Cold War.'' Click on headlines to read more Amid protests, Sudan's military reinstates PM Hamdok after agreement Reports say Sudan's Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok has been reinstated after General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan reached an agreement at the presidential palace in Khartoum. Poland accuses Belarus of launching 'greatest attempt' to destabilise Europe Minsk has been accused by the West of orchestrating the migrant crisis at the Polish border and trucking hundreds of refugees to the frontier. Hysteria is being whipped up artificially, says Russia over Ukraine conflict Ukraine's army has been locked in a simmering conflict with pro-Russian separatists in two breakaway regions bordering Russia since 2014 after Moscow annexed Crimea from Ukraine. China halts work on military base in UAE after US intervention: Report The Wall Street Journal had reported that China was constructing a military facility on a secret port near Abu Dhabi. After ex-lover Arcuri agrees to assist ethics watchdog, UK PM may face criminal inquiry Arcuri has allowed it to inspect extracts of her diary entries, which describe her affair with Johnson. Why is North Korea known as the most isolated country in the world? From the point of view of tourism, North Korea is an isolated country and the United States has labelled it as the least favourable nation to visit Accidental discharge of gun creates chaos at Atlanta airport An accidental discharge from a gun with a passenger created chaos at Atlanta airport on Sunday (November 20) with scared passengers even running on tarmac. Nearly 35,000 people protest in Vienna against new Covid restrictions Thousands of people took to the streets of Austria's capital city Vienna to protest against the new restrictions introduced against the deadly coronavirus. Apple workers have right to discuss wages and working conditions Apple delivered a message to employees that was striking given its reputation for secrecy: a reminder that workers may discuss wages, hours and working conditions. 8,573 Venezuelan musicians bag world's largest orchestra title Guinness World Records announced that the musicians, which were connected to the country's network of youth orchestras, earned the designation with a performance.

Top 10 world news: Sudan military reinstates PM Hamdok after deal and more

Heavy rainfall along with ''catastrophic'' flooding has triggered a state of emergency in Canada.&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;opened a de facto embassy in Lithuania in a diplomatic breakthrough for the Chinese-claimed island, brushing aside Beijing's strong opposition to the move.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/catastrophic-flooding-triggers-state-of-emergency-in-canada-430285" hreflang="en">'Catastrophic' flooding triggers state of emergency in Canada</a>

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While the downpours forced thousands of people to flee their homes at least three people are missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-asks-india-china-others-to-consider-tapping-oil-reserves-430236" hreflang="en">US asks India, China, others to consider tapping oil reserves</a>

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The Biden administration has asked some of the world`s largest oil consuming nations,&nbsp;including China, India and Japan,&nbsp;to consider releasing crude stockpiles in a coordinated effort to lower global energy prices, according to several people familiar with the matter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-diplomatic-breakthrough-taiwan-opens-representative-office-in-lithuania-430272" hreflang="en">In diplomatic breakthrough, Taiwan opens representative office in Lithuania</a>

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The opening of the Vilnius office is the latest sign that some Baltic and central European countries are seeking closer relations with Taiwan, even if that angers China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-senior-cleric-arrested-for-having-ties-with-al-qaeda-linked-jemaah-islamiah-430245" hreflang="en">Indonesia: Senior cleric arrested for having ties with Al Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah</a>

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Indonesia's counter-terrorism police have arrested a member of a top Islamic council on charges of raising funds for the al Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah (JI) group blamed for deadly bombings.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jailed-saakashvili-critical-after-being-on-hunger-strike-for-weeks-430262" hreflang="en">Jailed Saakashvili ‘critical’ after being on hunger strike for weeks</a>

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The government has refused to move him from prison hospital to a civilian clinic against the advice of doctors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/paytm-indias-largest-ipo-tanks-on-debut-what-really-happened-430292">Paytm: India's largest IPO tanks on debut - what really happened?</a>

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Digital payments start-up&nbsp;Paytm&nbsp;made one of the worst major Indian stock market debuts on Thursday as its shares fell more than 27 per cent&nbsp;after India's largest-ever IPO.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drug-overdoses-kill-over-100000-in-us-during-covid-19-pandemic-430274" hreflang="en">Drug overdoses kill over 100,000 in US during COVID-19 pandemic</a>

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Overdose deaths rose by 28.5 per cent in 12 months ending on this past April, shows data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greek-health-sector-workers-protest-as-hospitals-buckle-under-covid-pressure-430255" hreflang="en">Greek health sector workers protest as hospitals buckle under covid pressure</a>

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Greek&nbsp;public&nbsp;health&nbsp;sector&nbsp;workers&nbsp;protested in Athens as&nbsp;hospitals&nbsp;have become overwhelmed by a&nbsp;new&nbsp;surge in&nbsp;COVID-19 cases and authorities consider further restrictions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnsons-sister-reveals-he-was-a-close-friend-of-ghislaine-maxwell-430253" hreflang="en">UK PM Boris Johnson's sister reveals he was a 'close friend' of Ghislaine Maxwell</a>

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's sister has revealed that he was a close friend of Ghislaine Maxwell, the British socialite accused of grooming underage girls for the late financier Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/15-killed-dozens-injured-after-sudanese-army-shoots-at-anti-coup-protesters-report-430221" hreflang="en">15 killed, dozens injured after Sudanese Army shoots at anti-coup protesters: Report</a>

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At least 15 were shot dead and dozens of others suffered injuries after the Sudanese Army opened fire at thousands of Sudanese who took to the streets to protest against the military’s takeover.

Heavy rainfall along with ''catastrophic'' flooding has triggered a state of emergency in Canada. Taiwan opened a de facto embassy in Lithuania in a diplomatic breakthrough for the Chinese-claimed island, brushing aside Beijing's strong opposition to the move.

Heavy rainfall along with ''catastrophic'' flooding has triggered a state of emergency in Canada. Taiwan opened a de facto embassy in Lithuania in a diplomatic breakthrough for the Chinese-claimed island, brushing aside Beijing's strong opposition to the move. Click on headlines to read more 'Catastrophic' flooding triggers state of emergency in Canada While the downpours forced thousands of people to flee their homes at least three people are missing. US asks India, China, others to consider tapping oil reserves The Biden administration has asked some of the world`s largest oil consuming nations, including China, India and Japan, to consider releasing crude stockpiles in a coordinated effort to lower global energy prices, according to several people familiar with the matter. In diplomatic breakthrough, Taiwan opens representative office in Lithuania The opening of the Vilnius office is the latest sign that some Baltic and central European countries are seeking closer relations with Taiwan, even if that angers China. Indonesia: Senior cleric arrested for having ties with Al Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah Indonesia's counter-terrorism police have arrested a member of a top Islamic council on charges of raising funds for the al Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah (JI) group blamed for deadly bombings. Jailed Saakashvili ‘critical’ after being on hunger strike for weeks The government has refused to move him from prison hospital to a civilian clinic against the advice of doctors. Paytm: India's largest IPO tanks on debut - what really happened? Digital payments start-up Paytm made one of the worst major Indian stock market debuts on Thursday as its shares fell more than 27 per cent after India's largest-ever IPO. Drug overdoses kill over 100,000 in US during COVID-19 pandemic Overdose deaths rose by 28.5 per cent in 12 months ending on this past April, shows data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Greek health sector workers protest as hospitals buckle under covid pressure Greek public health sector workers protested in Athens as hospitals have become overwhelmed by a new surge in COVID-19 cases and authorities consider further restrictions. UK PM Boris Johnson's sister reveals he was a 'close friend' of Ghislaine Maxwell UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's sister has revealed that he was a close friend of Ghislaine Maxwell, the British socialite accused of grooming underage girls for the late financier Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse. 15 killed, dozens injured after Sudanese Army shoots at anti-coup protesters: Report At least 15 were shot dead and dozens of others suffered injuries after the Sudanese Army opened fire at thousands of Sudanese who took to the streets to protest against the military’s takeover.

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Kulbhushan Jadhav, the Indian national on death row in Pakistan, got the right to appeal the sentence as Pakistani parliament passed a bill enabling him to do so as ordered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ).&nbsp;A day after Polish forces used tear gas and water cannons against migrants at Poland-Belarus border, Poland said on Wednesday that migrant crisis could last for months or even years. Polish Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak there were more attempts to cross the border during the night.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pak-parliament-passes-bill-enabling-kulbhushan-jadhavs-right-to-appeal-as-ordered-by-icj-430014" hreflang="en">Bill passed in Pakistan enabling Kulbhushan Jadhav to appeal death sentence</a>

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Pakistan claims that Kulbhushan Jadhav is a spy, while India maintains that he was abducted from Iran while conducting his own business.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/migrant-crisis-may-last-for-years-says-poland-430055">Migrant crisis may last for years, says Poland</a>

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Thousands of migrants, mainly from the Middle East, are staying on the border in what the West says is a crisis engineered by Belarus to try to divide the EU and hit back against sanctions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indulgence-for-inoculation-germany-bars-unvaccinated-people-from-christmas-markets-430053" hreflang="en">Indulgence for inoculation: Germany bars unvaccinated people from Christmas markets</a>

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This year, only revellers who are vaccinated against COVID-19 or recently recovered will be able to indulge in steaming hot mulled wine and candied almonds or gingerbread under festive fairy lights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jp-morgan-sues-tesla-ceo-elon-musk-for-his-flagrantly-ignorant-tweets-430032" hreflang="en">JP Morgan sues Tesla CEO Elon Musk for his 'flagrantly' ignorant tweets</a>

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The company has alleged that Musk is clearly ignoring his contractual obligation to pay for its stock warrants contract that expired in July and are worth $162 million.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-battling-rapid-surge-in-covid-19-cases-despite-nearly-90-vaccination-rate-430023" hreflang="en">South Korea battling rapid surge in COVID-19 cases despite nearly 90% vaccination rate</a>

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South Korea is facing a rapid surge in coronavirus cases despite achieving a high rate of inoculation. The country is mulling to reduce the gap for booster doses from six to four months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wrong-suspect-in-cleo-smiths-abduction-files-defamation-case-against-news-channel-429993" hreflang="en">Wrong suspect in Cleo Smith's abduction files defamation case against news channel</a>

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A 36-year-old man named Terrence Kelly has been charged with the abduction of four-year-old who had disappeared from her family's tent in Western Australia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-climate-summit-nearly-300-people-tested-positive-for-covid-19-after-event-429946" hreflang="en">COP26 climate summit: Nearly 300 people tested positive for COVID-19 after event</a>

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A preliminary assessment concluded that 291 positive COVID-19 tests were linked to COP26-related activities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/journalists-to-freely-depart-and-return-washington-hails-progress-for-us-media-working-in-china-429911" hreflang="en">Journalists to freely depart and return; Washington hails 'progress' for US media working in China</a>

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US&nbsp;officials said that they made progress in their talks with Chinese officials to improve working conditions and access for journalists in the country.

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Japanese star Naomi Osaka has raised concerns over the whereabouts of Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who went missing after she alleged that a powerful Chinese politician sexually assaulted her.

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University of Harvard scientists have identified the second person,&nbsp;known as the 'Esperanza Patient' whose body has been able to get rid of HIV on its own without the use of antiretroviral drugs.

Kulbhushan Jadhav, the Indian national on death row in Pakistan, got the right to appeal the sentence as Pakistani parliament passed a bill enabling him to do so as ordered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Kulbhushan Jadhav, the Indian national on death row in Pakistan, got the right to appeal the sentence as Pakistani parliament passed a bill enabling him to do so as ordered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ). A day after Polish forces used tear gas and water cannons against migrants at Poland-Belarus border, Poland said on Wednesday that migrant crisis could last for months or even years. Polish Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak there were more attempts to cross the border during the night. Click on headlines to read more Bill passed in Pakistan enabling Kulbhushan Jadhav to appeal death sentence Pakistan claims that Kulbhushan Jadhav is a spy, while India maintains that he was abducted from Iran while conducting his own business. Migrant crisis may last for years, says Poland Thousands of migrants, mainly from the Middle East, are staying on the border in what the West says is a crisis engineered by Belarus to try to divide the EU and hit back against sanctions. Indulgence for inoculation: Germany bars unvaccinated people from Christmas markets This year, only revellers who are vaccinated against COVID-19 or recently recovered will be able to indulge in steaming hot mulled wine and candied almonds or gingerbread under festive fairy lights. JP Morgan sues Tesla CEO Elon Musk for his 'flagrantly' ignorant tweets The company has alleged that Musk is clearly ignoring his contractual obligation to pay for its stock warrants contract that expired in July and are worth $162 million. South Korea battling rapid surge in COVID-19 cases despite nearly 90% vaccination rate South Korea is facing a rapid surge in coronavirus cases despite achieving a high rate of inoculation. The country is mulling to reduce the gap for booster doses from six to four months. Wrong suspect in Cleo Smith's abduction files defamation case against news channel A 36-year-old man named Terrence Kelly has been charged with the abduction of four-year-old who had disappeared from her family's tent in Western Australia. COP26 climate summit: Nearly 300 people tested positive for COVID-19 after event A preliminary assessment concluded that 291 positive COVID-19 tests were linked to COP26-related activities. Journalists to freely depart and return; Washington hails 'progress' for US media working in China US officials said that they made progress in their talks with Chinese officials to improve working conditions and access for journalists in the country. Osaka concerned over missing Chinese tennis player Shuai's whereabouts Japanese star Naomi Osaka has raised concerns over the whereabouts of Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who went missing after she alleged that a powerful Chinese politician sexually assaulted her. Scientists identify second HIV patient whose body got rid of the deadly virus itself University of Harvard scientists have identified the second person, known as the 'Esperanza Patient' whose body has been able to get rid of HIV on its own without the use of antiretroviral drugs.

Top 10 world news: Poland says migrant crisis may last for years and more

President Vladimir&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing&nbsp;to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border.&nbsp;The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change.

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"Everybody is trying to make us responsible for something at every given opportunity," the&nbsp;Russian president&nbsp;lamented.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-summit-latest-draft-urges-coal-curbs-faster-climate-action-429005">COP26 summit: Latest draft urges coal curbs, faster climate action</a>

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The latest draft is trying to balance the demands of climate-vulnerable nations, big industrial powers, and those whose consumption or exports of fossil fuels are vital to their economic development.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britains-army-chief-says-accidental-war-can-break-out-between-the-west-and-russia-429026">'Accidental' war can break out between the West and Russia, says UK army chief</a>

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"I think we have to be careful that people don't end up allowing the bellicose nature of some of our politics to end up in a position where escalation leads to miscalculation," he said in an interview.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-belarus-became-gateway-to-eu-for-middle-east-migrants-428982" hreflang="en">How Belarus became gateway to EU for Middle East migrants</a>

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Poland and other EU member states say Belarus is encouraging the migrants to cross the border into the EU in revenge for sanctions slapped on Minsk over human rights abuses, a charge President Alexander Lukashenko's government denies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahmaud-arbery-murder-trial-defence-attorney-faces-backlash-on-comments-about-black-pastors-429035" hreflang="en">Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Defence attorney faces backlash on comments about black pastors</a>

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An attorney for one of the three defendants in the murder trial of Ahmaud&nbsp;Arbery, a 25-year-old Black jogger, objected to "more black pastors coming in here" into the courtroom, after leading civil rights leader, the Rev. Al Sharpton, was seen seated with the victim's family earlier in the court proceedings.

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Europe is once again becoming the epicentre of a fresh COVID-19 outbreak, with some countries looking to impose lockdowns till Christmas and New Year as cases continue to rise.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-urging-us-businessmen-to-lobby-against-anti-china-bills-report-428969" hreflang="en">China urging US businessmen to lobby against anti-China bills: Report</a>

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China has been lobbying US businessmen, executives and companies to fight against China-specific bills in the US Congress.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/entrepreneur-who-flew-with-william-shatner-onboard-blue-origin-to-space-dies-in-plane-crash-428977" hreflang="en">Entrepreneur who flew with William Shatner onboard Blue Origin to space dies in plane crash</a>

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Entrepreneur Glen de Vries, 49, who had taken the&nbsp;Blue Origin&nbsp;space flight with Star Trek legend William Shatner last month died in a plane crash in New Jersey.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-can-india-help-vietnam-in-the-disputed-south-china-sea-428966" hreflang="en">How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea?</a>

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To counter China, Vietnam is increasing its dependency on India. The two countries had conducted a two-day passex drill in the South China Sea amid high tensions with Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/birds-in-amazon-turning-smaller-longer-winged-courtesy-climate-change-study-429020" hreflang="en">Birds in Amazon turning smaller, longer-winged, courtesy climate change: Study</a>

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The climate change is real and has been affecting even the wildest parts of the Amazon untouched by humanity, said a study. &nbsp;&nbsp;

President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border. The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change.

President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border. The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change. We have nothing to do with it, says Putin on Belarus-Poland migrant crisis "Everybody is trying to make us responsible for something at every given opportunity," the Russian president lamented. COP26 summit: Latest draft urges coal curbs, faster climate action The latest draft is trying to balance the demands of climate-vulnerable nations, big industrial powers, and those whose consumption or exports of fossil fuels are vital to their economic development. 'Accidental' war can break out between the West and Russia, says UK army chief "I think we have to be careful that people don't end up allowing the bellicose nature of some of our politics to end up in a position where escalation leads to miscalculation," he said in an interview. How Belarus became gateway to EU for Middle East migrants Poland and other EU member states say Belarus is encouraging the migrants to cross the border into the EU in revenge for sanctions slapped on Minsk over human rights abuses, a charge President Alexander Lukashenko's government denies. Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Defence attorney faces backlash on comments about black pastors An attorney for one of the three defendants in the murder trial of Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black jogger, objected to "more black pastors coming in here" into the courtroom, after leading civil rights leader, the Rev. Al Sharpton, was seen seated with the victim's family earlier in the court proceedings. Europe becoming COVID-19’s epicentre yet again, some countries planning lockdown, booster shots Europe is once again becoming the epicentre of a fresh COVID-19 outbreak, with some countries looking to impose lockdowns till Christmas and New Year as cases continue to rise. China urging US businessmen to lobby against anti-China bills: Report China has been lobbying US businessmen, executives and companies to fight against China-specific bills in the US Congress. Entrepreneur who flew with William Shatner onboard Blue Origin to space dies in plane crash Entrepreneur Glen de Vries, 49, who had taken the Blue Origin space flight with Star Trek legend William Shatner last month died in a plane crash in New Jersey. How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea? To counter China, Vietnam is increasing its dependency on India. The two countries had conducted a two-day passex drill in the South China Sea amid high tensions with Beijing. Birds in Amazon turning smaller, longer-winged, courtesy climate change: Study The climate change is real and has been affecting even the wildest parts of the Amazon untouched by humanity, said a study.

Top 10 world news: Putin says Russia has 'nothing to do' with Belarus-Poland border crisis and more

At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in&nbsp;Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said.&nbsp;The United States President Joe Biden might get an invite by Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics, which is scheduled to take place in February next year.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blast-at-mosque-in-afghanistan-3-killed-at-least-20-injured-428725">Blast at mosque in Afghanistan; 3 killed, at least 20 injured</a>

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The blast,&nbsp;for which no group has yet claimed responsibility,&nbsp;underscores one of the many challenges facing the new Taliban regime in&nbsp;Afghanistan, with the UN warning the country is also on the brink of the world's worst humanitarian crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/joe-biden-to-attend-beijing-winter-olympics-report-says-he-might-get-a-personal-invitation-from-xi-jinping-428790">Biden to attend Beijing Winter Olympics? Xi is likely to invite US President</a>

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According to reports,&nbsp;the Chinese President is likely to extend his personal invitation to Biden when the two leaders will meet during a virtual summit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-summit-new-draft-uses-weaker-language-for-action-against-emissions-428744">COP26 summit: New draft uses weaker language for action against emissions</a>

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While retaining a central demand for countries to set tougher climate pledges next year, the draft uses weaker language than a previous one in asking them to phase out subsidies for the fossil fuels that are the prime manmade cause of global warming.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-accuses-us-of-making-aggressive-moves-in-black-sea-428775" hreflang="en">Russia accuses US of making 'aggressive moves' in Black Sea</a>

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Calling the activity by the US military ''aggressive,'' the Russian defence ministry said it ''posed a threat to regional and strategic stability.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-singles-day-is-losing-its-gloss-amid-tech-crackdown-and-scrutiny-428755">China's Singles' Day is losing its gloss amid tech crackdown and scrutiny</a>

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State-backed Securities Daily newspaper criticised&nbsp;''The 'worship of turnover' is not only unsustainable in terms of digital growth but is also inextricably linked to chaos.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-bans-iraqis-syrians-and-yemenis-from-boarding-incoming-turkey-flights-to-curb-migrant-crisis-428794" hreflang="en">Belarus bans Iraqis, Syrians and Yemenis from boarding incoming Turkey flights to curb migrant crisis</a>

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Belarusian state-run airline on Friday banned citizens from Iraq, Syria and Yemen from boarding incoming Turkey flights at the request of Turkish authorities amid a migrant standoff between Belarus and Poland.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-reimposes-restrictions-as-virus-cases-surge-in-europe-428758" hreflang="en">Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe</a>

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Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr said&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;restrictions would be reinstated throughout the country due to a surge in virus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-suspends-2nd-dose-pfizer-covid-vaccine-for-12-17-olds-over-heart-inflammation-428777" hreflang="en">Taiwan suspends 2nd dose Pfizer Covid vaccine for 12-17 olds over heart inflammation</a>

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Taiwan’s health minister Chen Shih-chung has said that they are suspending&nbsp;second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) Covid vaccine to children in the 12-17 age group amid concerns that it may increase the risk of myocarditis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kyle-rittenhouse-case-judge-makes-offensive-anti-asian-joke-during-homicide-trial-428719" hreflang="en">Kyle Rittenhouse case: Judge makes offensive anti-Asian joke during homicide trial</a>

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After facing backlash, Schroeder defended himself, saying he was ''referring to the supply chain backlogs caused by congestion problems in California ports.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-king-vajiralongkorn-arrives-in-germany-with-250-people-and-30-poodles-428738" hreflang="en">Thai King Vajiralongkorn arrives in Germany with 250 people and 30 poodles</a>

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According to reports,&nbsp;Thai King&nbsp;Maha Vajiralongkorn returned to Germany this week with his entourage of 250 members and had reportedly booked the entire fourth floor of a hotel in Munich as he arrived in the country.

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At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said.

At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said. The United States President Joe Biden might get an invite by Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics, which is scheduled to take place in February next year. Click on headlines to read more Blast at mosque in Afghanistan; 3 killed, at least 20 injured The blast, for which no group has yet claimed responsibility, underscores one of the many challenges facing the new Taliban regime in Afghanistan, with the UN warning the country is also on the brink of the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Biden to attend Beijing Winter Olympics? Xi is likely to invite US President According to reports, the Chinese President is likely to extend his personal invitation to Biden when the two leaders will meet during a virtual summit. COP26 summit: New draft uses weaker language for action against emissions While retaining a central demand for countries to set tougher climate pledges next year, the draft uses weaker language than a previous one in asking them to phase out subsidies for the fossil fuels that are the prime manmade cause of global warming. Russia accuses US of making 'aggressive moves' in Black Sea Calling the activity by the US military ''aggressive,'' the Russian defence ministry said it ''posed a threat to regional and strategic stability.'' China's Singles' Day is losing its gloss amid tech crackdown and scrutiny State-backed Securities Daily newspaper criticised ''The 'worship of turnover' is not only unsustainable in terms of digital growth but is also inextricably linked to chaos.'' Belarus bans Iraqis, Syrians and Yemenis from boarding incoming Turkey flights to curb migrant crisis Belarusian state-run airline on Friday banned citizens from Iraq, Syria and Yemen from boarding incoming Turkey flights at the request of Turkish authorities amid a migrant standoff between Belarus and Poland. Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr said coronavirus restrictions would be reinstated throughout the country due to a surge in virus cases. Taiwan suspends 2nd dose Pfizer Covid vaccine for 12-17 olds over heart inflammation Taiwan’s health minister Chen Shih-chung has said that they are suspending second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) Covid vaccine to children in the 12-17 age group amid concerns that it may increase the risk of myocarditis. Kyle Rittenhouse case: Judge makes offensive anti-Asian joke during homicide trial After facing backlash, Schroeder defended himself, saying he was ''referring to the supply chain backlogs caused by congestion problems in California ports.'' Thai King Vajiralongkorn arrives in Germany with 250 people and 30 poodles According to reports, Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn returned to Germany this week with his entourage of 250 members and had reportedly booked the entire fourth floor of a hotel in Munich as he arrived in the country.

Top 10 world news: Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe and more

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.&nbsp;South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shows-their-attitude-india-slams-pak-for-skipping-nsa-meet-on-afghanistan-issue-428500">‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan</a>

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India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarusian-president-alexander-lukashenko-warns-european-union-against-new-sanctions-428461">Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions</a>

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Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-last-white-president-fw-de-klerk-dies-at-85-after-battling-cancer-428484">South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer</a>

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Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-syringe-shortage-can-hit-world-in-2022-warns-who-report-428480" hreflang="en">Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report</a>

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According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-election-president-rodrigo-dutertes-daughter-joins-new-party-428512" hreflang="en">Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party</a>

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Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/troika-plus-pakistans-foreign-minister-says-afghanistan-at-brink-of-economic-collapse-428506">Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse'</a>

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Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its&nbsp;funding and provide it humanitarian assistance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/asia-pacific-region-should-not-return-to-cold-war-tensions-warns-xi-jinping-at-apec-428420" hreflang="en">Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC</a>

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Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arderns-popularity-plummets-as-new-zealand-struggles-to-check-delta-outbreak-428443" hreflang="en">Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak</a>

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As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-authorities-round-up-high-profile-tigrayans-including-bank-ceos-and-un-staff-428435" hreflang="en">Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff</a>

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Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/docked-49-cents-from-wages-for-2-minute-delay-anguished-japanese-train-driver-sues-employer-for-20000-428459" hreflang="en">Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000</a>

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A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them. South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town. Click on headlines to read more ‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc. South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence. Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing. Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse' Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its funding and provide it humanitarian assistance. Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era. Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls. Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces. Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000 A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

Top 10 world news: India slams Pakistan, Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse' and more

A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK&nbsp;The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.4 million people in England and Wales.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-result-in-burning-themselves-china-hits-out-as-us-lawmakers-visit-taiwan-428299">Will result in burning themselves, China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan</a>

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As reports claimed US lawmakers visited&nbsp;Taiwan, China blasted the move saying they were "playing with fire will result in burning themselves".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-climate-summit-draft-deal-urges-nations-to-speed-up-emission-goals-in-2022-428241" hreflang="en">COP26: Draft deal urges nations to speed up emission goals in 2022</a>

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The draft said "rapid, deep and sustained reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions" were needed to avert the worst impacts of heating, which has already seen countries worldwide slammed by fiercer floods, droughts and storms. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/uks-top-court-blocks-class-action-lawsuit-against-google-428249">UK's top court blocks class action lawsuit against Google</a>

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The top court in Britain has blocked a class action against Google, accused of illegally tracking millions of iPhone users.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-holy-cows-says-pak-pm-imran-khan-as-sc-grills-him-on-2014-terror-case-428268">'No holy cows', says Pak PM Imran Khan as SC grills him on terror case</a>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that there were 'no holy cows' in Pakistan as he&nbsp;was grilled by Pakistan Supreme Court in a case related to the 2014 school massacre carried out by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terror group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-bail-denied-to-apple-dailys-publisher-over-dominic-raabs-comments-428263" hreflang="en">Hong Kong: Bail denied to Apple Daily's publisher over Dominic Raab's comments</a>

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Cheung Kim-hung, the chief executive officer of Hong Kong Media group Next Digital has been denied bail over the comments made by UK justice secretary Dominic Raab.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amid-tensions-along-border-with-india-china-upgrades-logistics-to-brave-winter-428229">Amid tensions along LAC, China upgrades 'logistics to brave winter'</a>

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Amid tensions with India along the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control&nbsp;(LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-orders-release-of-white-house-records-that-could-implicate-donald-trump-in-capitol-riot-428223" hreflang="en">US judge orders release of White House records that could implicate Donald Trump in Capitol riot</a>

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Trying to halt the&nbsp;release of the documents, Trump had said he had&nbsp;executive privilege to keep the communications and visitor logs related to that day under seal as a&nbsp;a former president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-confirms-this-seasons-first-bird-flu-outbreak-culling-143000-chickens-428219" hreflang="en">Japan confirms this season's first bird flu outbreak, culling 143,000 chickens</a>

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Japan&nbsp;has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/risk-of-death-from-covid-48-times-higher-for-unvaccinated-people-study-428204" hreflang="en">Risk of death from Covid 48 times higher for unvaccinated people: Study</a>

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An Australian study revealed that those who are completely vaccinated are 16 times less likely to end up in intensive care units (ICU) or die from COVID-19 than those who are not.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-journalist-held-in-myanmar-charged-with-terrorism-sedition-428287" hreflang="en">US journalist held in Myanmar charged with terrorism, sedition</a>

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An American journalist detained in military-ruled&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;accused of incitement is facing new charges of sedition and terrorism, his lawyer said on Wednesday, in a setback for US&nbsp;efforts to secure his release.

A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.

A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.4 million people in England and Wales. Will result in burning themselves, China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan As reports claimed US lawmakers visited Taiwan, China blasted the move saying they were "playing with fire will result in burning themselves". COP26: Draft deal urges nations to speed up emission goals in 2022 The draft said "rapid, deep and sustained reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions" were needed to avert the worst impacts of heating, which has already seen countries worldwide slammed by fiercer floods, droughts and storms. UK's top court blocks class action lawsuit against Google The top court in Britain has blocked a class action against Google, accused of illegally tracking millions of iPhone users. 'No holy cows', says Pak PM Imran Khan as SC grills him on terror case Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that there were 'no holy cows' in Pakistan as he was grilled by Pakistan Supreme Court in a case related to the 2014 school massacre carried out by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terror group. Hong Kong: Bail denied to Apple Daily's publisher over Dominic Raab's comments Cheung Kim-hung, the chief executive officer of Hong Kong Media group Next Digital has been denied bail over the comments made by UK justice secretary Dominic Raab. Amid tensions along LAC, China upgrades 'logistics to brave winter' Amid tensions with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter". US judge orders release of White House records that could implicate Donald Trump in Capitol riot Trying to halt the release of the documents, Trump had said he had executive privilege to keep the communications and visitor logs related to that day under seal as a a former president. Japan confirms this season's first bird flu outbreak, culling 143,000 chickens Japan has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. Risk of death from Covid 48 times higher for unvaccinated people: Study An Australian study revealed that those who are completely vaccinated are 16 times less likely to end up in intensive care units (ICU) or die from COVID-19 than those who are not. US journalist held in Myanmar charged with terrorism, sedition An American journalist detained in military-ruled Myanmar accused of incitement is facing new charges of sedition and terrorism, his lawyer said on Wednesday, in a setback for US efforts to secure his release.

Top 10 world news: China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan and more

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters. The&nbsp;recent UN Security Council meeting sees&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticise China for its actions in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would not adopt a net-zero target for climate change just hours after a landmark UN report predicted catastrophic global warming is occurring significantly faster than previously forecast. Defying demands for more aggressive emissions targets, he said that the country is already taking adequate measures to address climate change.

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-consequences-us-china-clash-at-un-over-south-china-sea-row-404416">'Global consequences': US, China clash at UN over South China Sea row</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/29/142325-south-china-sea-afp.jpg" />The US Secretary of State engaged in a stinging attack against China over the South China Sea on Monday, informing the UN Security Council that conflict in the region could have global implications for security and commerce.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wont-be-signing-blank-cheque-australia-rejects-emissions-targets-despite-damning-un-report-404440">'Won't be signing blank cheque': Australia rejects emissions targets despite damning UN report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/18/183332-untitled-design-3.jpg" />The Australian prime minister rejected demand for more aggressive emissions targets, insisting that the country is doing enough in the fight against climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/india-to-evacuate-diplomats-and-citizens-from-mazar-e-sharif-consulate-in-afghanistan-404430">India to evacuate diplomats and citizens from Mazar-e-Sharif consulate in Afghanistan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/10/206046-untitled-design-3.jpg" />In a special flight departing Mazar later today, a group of Indian diplomats will return home from its consulate in Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-citizens-against-travel-to-france-over-covid-concerns-404436">US warns citizens against travel to France over Covid concerns</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/22021-usstatedept-20170504100524.jpg" />Even though COVID-19 hospitalizations are still far off previous highs in France, the US State Department has advised Americans to avoid all travel to France over the rising number of coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/many-indian-cities-including-mumbai-will-likely-be-underwater-by-2100-nasa-404449">Many Indian cities including Mumbai will likely be underwater by 2100: NASA</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/28342-000_rx7oj-20170830101948.jpg" />NASA used the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report to analyse changes in sea levels around the world and forecast that a number of Indian coastal cities will be submerged up to 2.7 feet by the end of the century.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-begins-covid-19-vaccinations-for-rohingya-refugees-404435">Bangladesh begins COVID-19 vaccinations for Rohingya refugees</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/07/163487-rohingya-refugee-camp.JPG" />In response to a record number of Coronavirus cases recorded Bangladesh on Tuesday began vaccination of Rohingya refugees in its congested camps.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-covid-cases-hit-seven-month-high-as-delta-variant-challenges-beijing-404438">China Covid cases hit seven-month high as Delta variant challenges Beijing</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/10/206050-untitled-design-2021-08-10t163700512.jpg" />As a result of a cluster of Coronavirus cases at a test site, the number of Coronavirus cases in China hit a seven-month high - the most severe outbreak since the disease emerged in Wuhan seven months ago&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/20-pakistan-cities-lack-safe-drinking-water-reveals-govt-data-404475">20 Pakistan cities lack safe drinking water, reveals govt data</a>

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According to data presented at the National Assembly by the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government, the majority of prominent cities in Pakistan do not have access to safe drinking water for their citizens.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tokyo-counts-cost-of-15-billion-pandemic-olympics-gamble-404470">Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/03/204915-tokyo-olympics-6.jpg" />Japan awoke Monday to a huge bill and soaring Coronavirus cases after pulling off the mid-pandemic Olympics that had been met with mixed reactions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-expands-covid-lockdown-amid-surge-in-new-virus-cases-404379">Australia expands Covid lockdown amid surge in new virus cases</a>

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Victorian authorities said Melbourne's northwest was a cause for concern as COVID-19 was expanded in Australia.

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters.

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters. The recent UN Security Council meeting sees US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticise China for its actions in the South China Sea. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would not adopt a net-zero target for climate change just hours after a landmark UN report predicted catastrophic global warming is occurring significantly faster than previously forecast. Defying demands for more aggressive emissions targets, he said that the country is already taking adequate measures to address climate change. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Global consequences': US, China clash at UN over South China Sea row The US Secretary of State engaged in a stinging attack against China over the South China Sea on Monday, informing the UN Security Council that conflict in the region could have global implications for security and commerce. 'Won't be signing blank cheque': Australia rejects emissions targets despite damning UN report The Australian prime minister rejected demand for more aggressive emissions targets, insisting that the country is doing enough in the fight against climate change. India to evacuate diplomats and citizens from Mazar-e-Sharif consulate in Afghanistan In a special flight departing Mazar later today, a group of Indian diplomats will return home from its consulate in Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan. US warns citizens against travel to France over Covid concerns Even though COVID-19 hospitalizations are still far off previous highs in France, the US State Department has advised Americans to avoid all travel to France over the rising number of coronavirus cases. Many Indian cities including Mumbai will likely be underwater by 2100: NASA NASA used the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report to analyse changes in sea levels around the world and forecast that a number of Indian coastal cities will be submerged up to 2.7 feet by the end of the century. Bangladesh begins COVID-19 vaccinations for Rohingya refugees In response to a record number of Coronavirus cases recorded Bangladesh on Tuesday began vaccination of Rohingya refugees in its congested camps. China Covid cases hit seven-month high as Delta variant challenges Beijing As a result of a cluster of Coronavirus cases at a test site, the number of Coronavirus cases in China hit a seven-month high - the most severe outbreak since the disease emerged in Wuhan seven months ago 20 Pakistan cities lack safe drinking water, reveals govt data According to data presented at the National Assembly by the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government, the majority of prominent cities in Pakistan do not have access to safe drinking water for their citizens. Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble' Japan awoke Monday to a huge bill and soaring Coronavirus cases after pulling off the mid-pandemic Olympics that had been met with mixed reactions. Australia expands Covid lockdown amid surge in new virus cases Victorian authorities said Melbourne's northwest was a cause for concern as COVID-19 was expanded in Australia.

Top 10 world news: Australia won't adopt net-zero emission target, US warns China over South China sea, and more

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates. However, the new regulations have prompted weeks of angry protests from citizens.

In other news, Frank Timmermans, the EU's vice president for climate action, says that despite an alarming report released today by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate change can still be stopped if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies.

Finally, to chase away the Monday blues, we bring for you an update on the&nbsp;herd of wild Chinese elephants that has been capturing the hearts of many with their hike across the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-extends-macrons-covid-19-pass-despite-protests-404274">France extends Macron's COVID-19 pass despite protests</a>

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The French authorities have begun enforcing the COVID-19 pass, a reform of vaccination rules championed by President Macron that aims to improve vaccination rates.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-too-late-to-prevent-runaway-climate-change-eu-404216">'Not too late' to prevent 'runaway climate change': EU</a>

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According to the EU's vice president for climate action, there is still time to prevent "runaway climate change" but only if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-exports-rise-past-pre-pandemic-levels-in-june-404221">German exports rise past pre-pandemic levels in June</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/09/23/161352-2.jpg" />The German trade sector shrugged off supply chain shortages to record its highest export volume since before the Coronavirus crisis, which had devastated trade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-report-warns-more-vicious-floods-heatwaves-worsening-droughts-and-rise-in-sea-levels-404186">UN report warns more vicious floods, heatwaves, worsening droughts and rise in sea levels</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204843-p1.jpg" />The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) estimates that the 1.5 degree Celsius warming threshold would be exceeded by 2050 even if fossil fuels are aggressively phased out and warns that global warming will reach 1.5 degrees Celsius around 2030.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-holds-mass-cremations-amid-surge-in-coronavirus-cases-404193">Sri Lanka holds mass cremations amid surge in coronavirus cases</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/28/147019-sri-lanka-afp.jpg" />As COVID-19 cases surge across the island, Sri Lanka is mass cremating dead bodies to clear a backlog, officials confirmed Monday. In the past month, official figures show the country has seen more than 2,500 virus-related cases with nearly 100 deaths.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/international-travel-update-uk-retains-pakistan-in-red-list-amid-deteriorating-covid-19-situation-404175">International travel update: UK retains Pakistan in red list amid 'deteriorating COVID-19 situation'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193034-untitled-design-8.jpg" />As a result of the 'deteriorating Covid situation' in Pakistan, Pakistan remains on the 'red list' of the British Government's travel advisory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explainer-nagasaki-bombing-the-history-and-significance-of-fat-man-404237">Explainer: Nagasaki bombing, the history, and significance of "Fat Man"</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/09/205908-untitled-design-2021-08-09t163945386.jpg" />The heart-breaking event of August 9, 1945, found the Japanese city of Nagasaki, a major port for trade, under unimaginable devastation by the US. Learn about the events of that fateful day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/local-politician-swiss-national-among-latest-kidnap-victims-in-nigeria-404270">Local politician, Swiss national among latest kidnap victims in Nigeria</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197090-untitled-design-2021-06-02t221329058.jpg" />Several areas of Nigeria have experienced an increase in ransom abductions in recent months, partly due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In separate incidents over the weekend, a Swiss national was kidnapped in the southwest and a political leader was abducted on Monday in northern Nigeria.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/14-year-old-chinese-olympic-athlete-mobbed-by-tourists-404273">14-year-old Chinese Olympic athlete mobbed by tourists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/09/205938-untitled-design-2021-08-09t184904810.jpg" />The Chinese media report that tourists are harassing the family and neighbours of the teen diving sensation Quan Hongchan who has gained fame after her win in the Tokyo Olympics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-herd-of-wandering-elephants-finally-on-their-way-back-home-404259">China’s herd of wandering elephants finally on their way back home</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197041-untitled-design-99.jpg" />Herd of elephants in China is finally returning home after 17 months of wandering.

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates.

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates. However, the new regulations have prompted weeks of angry protests from citizens. In other news, Frank Timmermans, the EU's vice president for climate action, says that despite an alarming report released today by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate change can still be stopped if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies. Finally, to chase away the Monday blues, we bring for you an update on the herd of wild Chinese elephants that has been capturing the hearts of many with their hike across the country. Click on the headlines to read more: France extends Macron's COVID-19 pass despite protests The French authorities have begun enforcing the COVID-19 pass, a reform of vaccination rules championed by President Macron that aims to improve vaccination rates. 'Not too late' to prevent 'runaway climate change': EU According to the EU's vice president for climate action, there is still time to prevent "runaway climate change" but only if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies. German exports rise past pre-pandemic levels in June The German trade sector shrugged off supply chain shortages to record its highest export volume since before the Coronavirus crisis, which had devastated trade. UN report warns more vicious floods, heatwaves, worsening droughts and rise in sea levels The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) estimates that the 1.5 degree Celsius warming threshold would be exceeded by 2050 even if fossil fuels are aggressively phased out and warns that global warming will reach 1.5 degrees Celsius around 2030. Sri Lanka holds mass cremations amid surge in coronavirus cases As COVID-19 cases surge across the island, Sri Lanka is mass cremating dead bodies to clear a backlog, officials confirmed Monday. In the past month, official figures show the country has seen more than 2,500 virus-related cases with nearly 100 deaths. International travel update: UK retains Pakistan in red list amid 'deteriorating COVID-19 situation' As a result of the 'deteriorating Covid situation' in Pakistan, Pakistan remains on the 'red list' of the British Government's travel advisory. Explainer: Nagasaki bombing, the history, and significance of "Fat Man" The heart-breaking event of August 9, 1945, found the Japanese city of Nagasaki, a major port for trade, under unimaginable devastation by the US. Learn about the events of that fateful day. Local politician, Swiss national among latest kidnap victims in Nigeria Several areas of Nigeria have experienced an increase in ransom abductions in recent months, partly due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In separate incidents over the weekend, a Swiss national was kidnapped in the southwest and a political leader was abducted on Monday in northern Nigeria. 14-year-old Chinese Olympic athlete mobbed by tourists The Chinese media report that tourists are harassing the family and neighbours of the teen diving sensation Quan Hongchan who has gained fame after her win in the Tokyo Olympics. China’s herd of wandering elephants finally on their way back home Herd of elephants in China is finally returning home after 17 months of wandering.

Top 10 world news: France extends COVID-19 pass, EU climate chief says 'not too late', and more

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up. Expressing concern, she said that new variants of Covid may appear which might be able to avoid the existing&nbsp;vaccines. Reportedly, WHO is considering naming future variants after constellations.

In other news, according to former US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a> onetime press secretary Sean Spicer, in spite of losing the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US 2024 Election. He says that even though he was earlier not certain that Trump will run again, convincing him not to run for the post of President would be almost impossible.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/constellation-names-for-new-covid-variants-that-could-evade-vaccines-who-404058">Constellation names for new Covid variants that could evade vaccines: WHO</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/02/05/127467-untitled-design.jpg" />An expert at the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that new variants of Coronavirus might emerge, which could cause the vaccines to no longer work.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-to-run-for-us-presidential-election-2024-sean-spicer-claims-403990">Donald Trump to run for US Presidential election 2024, Sean Spicer claims</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200675-trump1.jpg" />Even though he lost the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US elections in 2024.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-averages-100000-covid-19-cases-as-delta-variant-surges-florida-worst-hit-403955">US averages 100,000 COVID-19 cases as Delta variant surges; Florida worst-hit</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/28/204210-k1.jpg" />

The US recorded 100,000 new Coronavirus cases each day for the past 7 days with Florida reporting 20,000 cases of Delta variant during this period as hospitalizations of minors increased substantially.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-compensates-families-of-covid-19-health-worker-victims-404057">Saudi compensates families of COVID-19 health worker victims</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/17/133348-untitled-design.jpg" />Since Saudi Arabia announced last year that each family would receive $133,000 after a health worker died of the Coronavirus, it has now begun compensating their families.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-about-citizenship-macron-urges-french-locals-to-get-vaccinated-soon-404028">'It’s about citizenship': Macron urges French locals to get vaccinated soon</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/08/205768-vaccine-passport.jpg" />In France, protesters took to the streets in response to President Macron's idea of a vaccination passport. Despite this, Macron has his sights set on vaccine passports and has appealed to citizens to band together to protect themselves and each other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cambodia-begins-booster-shots-to-fight-covid-19-404020">Cambodia begins booster shots to fight COVID-19</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198819-corbevax.JPG" />Cambodia has begun offering a third dose of COVID-19 booster shots on Sunday, switching between the AstraZeneca and Chinese versions of the vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-opens-umrah-pilgrimage-to-vaccinated-worshipers-from-abroad-report-403986">Saudi Arabia opens Umrah pilgrimage to vaccinated worshipers from abroad: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/02/167860-untitled-design-11.jpg" />Beginning August 9, Saudi Arabia will take on vaccinated Umrah pilgrimage requests from abroad following a year and a half of not receiving them due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/upcoming-un-climate-report-presents-starkest-warning-yet-403984">Upcoming UN climate report presents 'starkest warning yet'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/01/184952-pjimage-8.jpg" />Alok Sharma, COP26 president from the United Kingdom, described a forthcoming UN report on climate change as offering the international community its strongest warning about accelerating climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/victoria-to-make-astrazeneca-available-to-people-under-40s-404053">Victoria to make AstraZeneca available to people under 40s</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/06/197442-oof.jpg" />The Victorian government has decided to provide the AstraZeneca vaccine to under-40s at its state-run vaccine clinics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-condemns-zimbabwe-child-marriages-after-14-year-old-girl-dies-giving-birth-404019">UN condemns Zimbabwe child marriages after 14 year old girl dies giving birth</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/08/205755-untitled-design-2021-08-08t170143945.jpg" />Child marriage in Zimbabwe has been condemned by the UN after 14-year-old girl died after giving birth in a church shrine. The death of the girl has caused outrage among citizens and human rights activists alike.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for coronavirus variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for coronavirus variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up. Expressing concern, she said that new variants of Covid may appear which might be able to avoid the existing vaccines. Reportedly, WHO is considering naming future variants after constellations. In other news, according to former US President Donald Trump's onetime press secretary Sean Spicer, in spite of losing the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US 2024 Election. He says that even though he was earlier not certain that Trump will run again, convincing him not to run for the post of President would be almost impossible. Click on headlines to read more Constellation names for new Covid variants that could evade vaccines: WHO An expert at the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that new variants of Coronavirus might emerge, which could cause the vaccines to no longer work. Donald Trump to run for US Presidential election 2024, Sean Spicer claims Even though he lost the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US elections in 2024. US averages 100,000 COVID-19 cases as Delta variant surges; Florida worst-hit The US recorded 100,000 new Coronavirus cases each day for the past 7 days with Florida reporting 20,000 cases of Delta variant during this period as hospitalizations of minors increased substantially. Saudi compensates families of COVID-19 health worker victims Since Saudi Arabia announced last year that each family would receive $133,000 after a health worker died of the Coronavirus, it has now begun compensating their families. 'It’s about citizenship': Macron urges French locals to get vaccinated soon In France, protesters took to the streets in response to President Macron's idea of a vaccination passport. Despite this, Macron has his sights set on vaccine passports and has appealed to citizens to band together to protect themselves and each other. Cambodia begins booster shots to fight COVID-19 Cambodia has begun offering a third dose of COVID-19 booster shots on Sunday, switching between the AstraZeneca and Chinese versions of the vaccine. Saudi Arabia opens Umrah pilgrimage to vaccinated worshipers from abroad: Report Beginning August 9, Saudi Arabia will take on vaccinated Umrah pilgrimage requests from abroad following a year and a half of not receiving them due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Upcoming UN climate report presents 'starkest warning yet' Alok Sharma, COP26 president from the United Kingdom, described a forthcoming UN report on climate change as offering the international community its strongest warning about accelerating climate change. Victoria to make AstraZeneca available to people under 40s The Victorian government has decided to provide the AstraZeneca vaccine to under-40s at its state-run vaccine clinics. UN condemns Zimbabwe child marriages after 14 year old girl dies giving birth Child marriage in Zimbabwe has been condemned by the UN after 14-year-old girl died after giving birth in a church shrine. The death of the girl has caused outrage among citizens and human rights activists alike.

Top 10 news: New Covid variant names, Trump's plans for 2024 elections & more

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.

In other news, China has rebuffed the World Health Organization's call to investigate the origins of the coronavirus, including whether it leaked from a laboratory, saying there is no proof for it and it violates common sense, calling the WHO's plan to inspect Chinese labs demonstrates "disrespect"&nbsp;and arrogance toward science,".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/russia-deploys-military-machinery-near-afghanistan-border-399777">Russia deploys military machinery near Afghanistan border</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203395-russia-afghanistan.jpg" />Russia deployed military equipment on Thursday on its base in Tajikistan, probably the first major defence move in response to developments in Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-wuhan-lab-leak-study-china-opposes-virus-origins-probe-399644">COVID-19: Wuhan lab leak study — China opposes virus origins probe</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/23/199508-wuhan-lab.jpg" />China is blocking a new investigation by the World Health Organization into the origins of the Coronavirus, which examines whether it escaped from a lab. China contends that the theory violates common sense and that there is no proof for it.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/seeking-guardrails-in-tense-ties-us-deputy-secretary-of-state-wendy-sherman-to-visit-china-399698">Seeking 'guardrails' in tense ties, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to visit China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203350-untitled-design-19.jpg" />Wendy Sherman, the US deputy secretary of state, will be travelling to China in order to engage in candid dialogue with Chinese officials about the "incredibly consequential bilateral relationship".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-rouhani-announces-opening-of-oil-export-terminal-bypassing-hormuz-strait-399714">Iran: Rouhani announces opening of oil export terminal bypassing Hormuz Strait</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/16/174290-rouhani.jpg" />According to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Iran has begun exporting crude oil with the opening of its first oil export terminal outside of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint patrolled by warships of Iran's arch-foe the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-demands-money-from-civilians-tries-recruiting-fighters-399710">Taliban demands money from civilians, tries recruiting fighters</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/22/141490-pakistan-taliban.png" />The Taliban in Balkh province, Afghanistan, are recruiting locals and collecting funds for them forcefully, apparently forcing them to give them a part of their income.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-you-need-to-know-about-pingdemic-gripping-britain-399727">All you need to know about 'pingdemic' gripping Britain</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203359-untitled-design-20.jpg" />After the government controversially relaxed all restrictions earlier this week, supermarkets and suppliers have warned of a threat of food shortages following staff self-isolation. The warning came amid rising Coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-citizen-arrested-in-spain-for-role-in-2020-twitter-hack-that-targeted-biden-obama-musk-karadashian-399669">UK citizen arrested in Spain for role in 2020 Twitter hack that targeted Biden, Obama, Musk, Karadashian</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/22/146064-untitled-design-13.jpg" />According to the US Justice Department, an American citizen aged 22 was arrested in Spain for hacking into high-profile politicians and celebrities' Twitter accounts in July 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-seem-to-have-strategic-momentum-in-afghanistan-top-us-general-399676">Taliban seem to have 'strategic momentum' in Afghanistan: top US general</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/12/202061-ta11.jpg" />General Mark Milley, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, says the Taliban appear to be gaining strategic momentum, but that their victory is not assured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/social-audio-app-clubhouse-is-no-longer-invite-only-399656">Social audio app Clubhouse is no longer invite-only</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/11/191038-clubhouse-app.jpg" />Live audio app&nbsp;Clubhouse&nbsp;has removed its invite system so that anyone can join the platform.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-man-dresses-up-as-wife-to-escape-coronavirus-detection-399693">Indonesian man dresses up as wife to escape coronavirus detection</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203342-untitled-design-2021-07-22t155034549.jpg" />An Indonesian man infected with Coronavirus disguised himself as his wife and boarded a domestic flight using fake identification documents and a negative PCR test result.

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border. In other news, China has rebuffed the World Health Organization's call to investigate the origins of the coronavirus, including whether it leaked from a laboratory, saying there is no proof for it and it violates common sense, calling the WHO's plan to inspect Chinese labs demonstrates "disrespect" and arrogance toward science,". Click on headlines to read more Russia deploys military machinery near Afghanistan border Russia deployed military equipment on Thursday on its base in Tajikistan, probably the first major defence move in response to developments in Afghanistan. COVID-19: Wuhan lab leak study — China opposes virus origins probe China is blocking a new investigation by the World Health Organization into the origins of the Coronavirus, which examines whether it escaped from a lab. China contends that the theory violates common sense and that there is no proof for it. Seeking 'guardrails' in tense ties, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to visit China Wendy Sherman, the US deputy secretary of state, will be travelling to China in order to engage in candid dialogue with Chinese officials about the "incredibly consequential bilateral relationship". Iran: Rouhani announces opening of oil export terminal bypassing Hormuz Strait According to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Iran has begun exporting crude oil with the opening of its first oil export terminal outside of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint patrolled by warships of Iran's arch-foe the United States. Taliban demands money from civilians, tries recruiting fighters The Taliban in Balkh province, Afghanistan, are recruiting locals and collecting funds for them forcefully, apparently forcing them to give them a part of their income. All you need to know about 'pingdemic' gripping Britain After the government controversially relaxed all restrictions earlier this week, supermarkets and suppliers have warned of a threat of food shortages following staff self-isolation. The warning came amid rising Coronavirus cases. UK citizen arrested in Spain for role in 2020 Twitter hack that targeted Biden, Obama, Musk, Karadashian According to the US Justice Department, an American citizen aged 22 was arrested in Spain for hacking into high-profile politicians and celebrities' Twitter accounts in July 2020. Taliban seem to have 'strategic momentum' in Afghanistan: top US general General Mark Milley, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, says the Taliban appear to be gaining strategic momentum, but that their victory is not assured. Social audio app Clubhouse is no longer invite-only Live audio app Clubhouse has removed its invite system so that anyone can join the platform. Indonesian man dresses up as wife to escape coronavirus detection An Indonesian man infected with Coronavirus disguised himself as his wife and boarded a domestic flight using fake identification documents and a negative PCR test result.

Top 10 world news: Russia deploys military machinery to base in Tajikistan, China blocks WHO probe into coronavirus origins, and more

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of&nbsp;Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">Covid</a>&nbsp;outbreak. This has come after the government announced the extension of Covid restrictions.

After the Doha talks between representatives of the Afghan government and Taliban insurgents, over the weekend, the Taliban's supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada says that he "strenuously favours" a political settlement over the conflict in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-police-deploy-water-cannons-rubber-bullets-against-protestors-denouncing-pm-398892">Thai police deploy water cannons, rubber bullets against protestors denouncing PM</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202822-thailand-protest.jpg" />Locals took to the streets shortly after Thai government officials announced they would extend Coronavirus restrictions protesting over premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's handling of Covid outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-favours-political-settlement-to-afghan-conflict-398821.">Taliban leader 'favours political settlement' to Afghan conflict</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/12/202061-ta11.jpg" />Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Taliban's supreme leader, said on Sunday he "strenuously favours" a political settlement of the Afghan conflict.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/credibility-crisis-how-effective-are-chinese-covid-vaccines-398874">Credibility crisis: How effective are Chinese Covid vaccines?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/26/189092-untitled-design-3.jpg" />Inspite of many countries depending on the Chinese vaccines, in recent weeks, there has been an increase in concern over Chinese vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wearing-masks-only-sure-way-to-help-slow-spread-of-coronavirus-scientists-398897">Wearing masks only sure way to help slow spread of coronavirus: Scientists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202824-coronavirus-in-uk.jpg" />In the midst of several countries freeing up all Covid regulations, scientists urge governments and people to continue wearing masks to slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germanys-chancellor-angela-merkel-visits-flood-affected-area-398880">Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel visits flood-affected area</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202816-angela-merkel.jpg" />German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with survivors and assessed the damage in the flood-affected region of Germany that has suffered severe floods in recent days, which have claimed more than 183 lives, injured hundreds, and displaced dozens.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exile-headquarters-why-is-miami-the-hotbed-of-latin-american-assassinations-and-coup-398853">Exile headquarters: Why is Miami the 'hotbed' of Latin American assassinations and coup?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202799-untitled-design.jpg" />Jovenel Moise's killing may have been a shock, the assassination's connection to Miami is not that surprising as the Miami-Florida connection&nbsp;remains infamous for the past many years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-interior-minister-afghan-envoy-daughters-kidnapping-case-to-be-solved-in-72-hours-398849">Pakistan’s Interior Minister: Afghan envoy daughter's&nbsp;kidnapping case to be solved in 72 hours</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/16/183056-untitled-design-8.jpg" />According to Pakistan's Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, the kidnapping of the daughter of an Afghanistani ambassador is expected to be solved within 72 hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/learn-to-switch-off-says-pope-francis-after-successful-surgery-398866">Learn to switch off, says Pope Francis after successful surgery</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202809-pope-francis-4.jpg" />In&nbsp;his first public appearance post his hospitalisation,&nbsp;Pope Francis made a suggestion to the faithful asking themto take a break and switch off from the stresses of modern life.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-president-cyril-ramaphosa-joins-clean-up-mission-after-week-of-violence-398863">South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, joins clean-up mission after week of violence</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202806-cyril-ramaphosa.jpg" />

The country has now begun to clean up the violence and chaos that erupted after the sentencing of former president Jacob Zuma. South Africa's current President, Cyril Ramaphosa has also gotten involved in the cleanup efforts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/get-to-know-the-whos-who-of-blue-origins-first-crewed-flight-398848">Get to know the who's who of Blue Origin's first crewed flight</a>

<img alt="Jeff Bezos" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="367d0232-4e97-4150-af25-1f2a7d0e4f48" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202021-07-18T201811.930.jpg" />Let's take a look at the four people who are part of the maiden flight of Blue&nbsp;Origin.&nbsp;For the very first time, four people will cross the Karman line, which separates Earth's atmosphere from space.

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the Covid outbreak.

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the Covid outbreak. This has come after the government announced the extension of Covid restrictions. After the Doha talks between representatives of the Afghan government and Taliban insurgents, over the weekend, the Taliban's supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada says that he "strenuously favours" a political settlement over the conflict in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Thai police deploy water cannons, rubber bullets against protestors denouncing PM Locals took to the streets shortly after Thai government officials announced they would extend Coronavirus restrictions protesting over premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's handling of Covid outbreak. Taliban leader 'favours political settlement' to Afghan conflict Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Taliban's supreme leader, said on Sunday he "strenuously favours" a political settlement of the Afghan conflict. Credibility crisis: How effective are Chinese Covid vaccines? Inspite of many countries depending on the Chinese vaccines, in recent weeks, there has been an increase in concern over Chinese vaccines. Wearing masks only sure way to help slow spread of coronavirus: Scientists In the midst of several countries freeing up all Covid regulations, scientists urge governments and people to continue wearing masks to slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus. Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel visits flood-affected area German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with survivors and assessed the damage in the flood-affected region of Germany that has suffered severe floods in recent days, which have claimed more than 183 lives, injured hundreds, and displaced dozens. Exile headquarters: Why is Miami the 'hotbed' of Latin American assassinations and coup? Jovenel Moise's killing may have been a shock, the assassination's connection to Miami is not that surprising as the Miami-Florida connection remains infamous for the past many years. Pakistan’s Interior Minister: Afghan envoy daughter's kidnapping case to be solved in 72 hours According to Pakistan's Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, the kidnapping of the daughter of an Afghanistani ambassador is expected to be solved within 72 hours. Learn to switch off, says Pope Francis after successful surgery In his first public appearance post his hospitalisation, Pope Francis made a suggestion to the faithful asking themto take a break and switch off from the stresses of modern life. South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, joins clean-up mission after week of violence The country has now begun to clean up the violence and chaos that erupted after the sentencing of former president Jacob Zuma. South Africa's current President, Cyril Ramaphosa has also gotten involved in the cleanup efforts. Get to know the who's who of Blue Origin's first crewed flight Let's take a look at the four people who are part of the maiden flight of Blue Origin. For the very first time, four people will cross the Karman line, which separates Earth's atmosphere from space.

Top 10 world news: Protests against Thai PM, Taliban 'favours political settlement' and more

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy&nbsp;to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care. The identity of her abductors is still unknown. Afghanistan's foreign ministry has called on Pakistan to take "immediate necessary action" following the incident.

In other news, with the Delta variant of coronavirus spreading around the globe, Professor John Edmunds, of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has warned that the Beta variant may also prove to be equally dangerous. Warning governments around the world he says that the Covid vaccines might prove to be ineffective against the Beta variant spreading through France.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/daughter-of-afghanistan-envoy-to-pakistan-kidnapped-in-islamabad-398684">Daughter of Afghanistan envoy to Pakistan kidnapped in Islamabad</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202710-afghanistan-envoy.jpg" />Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of the Afghanistan ambassador to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhail, was abducted in Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beta-variant-can-evade-covid-vaccines-uk-scientist-claims-398709">Beta variant can evade Covid vaccines, UK scientist claims</a>

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An expert has said the Beta variant of Coronavirus could also prove equally dangerous as the Delta variant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnsons-unlocking-plan-is-threat-to-world-1200-scientists-warn-398688">Boris Johnson's unlocking plan is threat to world, 1,200 scientists warn</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/26/171298-uk3.jpg" />In the wake of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement to open the economy completely, scientists claim the plan is a danger to the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/many-leaders-slept-on-climate-crisis-will-they-act-on-what-they-feel-on-their-skins-now-398704">Many leaders slept on climate crisis. Will they act on what they feel on their skins now?</a>

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Just days after Europe witnesses an unusually hot summer, unprecedented floods have inundated Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, leaving hundreds of people missing and more than 150 dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-allows-thousands-to-cross-into-afghanistan-through-border-398660">Pakistan allows thousands to cross into Afghanistan through border</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202693-pakistan-afghanistan.jpg" />Pakistan on Saturday allowed "up to 4,000 Afghans" into the strategic town across the border in Afghanistan which is held by Taliban.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rising-tensions-with-china-us-to-send-f-22-fighter-jets-to-the-pacific-398695">Amid rising tensions with China,&nbsp;US to send F-22 fighter jets to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Pacific&nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/27/146943-us-f-22-fighter-jets.jpg" />In what might be a strong message to China, the US Air Forse is sending more than two dozen F-22 stealth fighters for&nbsp;an exercise in the western Pacific this month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-120-dead-in-western-europe-after-record-rainfall-wreaks-havoc-398646">Over 120 dead in western Europe after record rainfall wreaks havoc</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/16/202530-0009f44tr.jpg" />Authorities say that more than 120 people were killed in floods in western Europe, while several hundred others are still missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-increases-pressure-on-big-tech-firms-to-act-on-vaccine-misinformation-398682">White House&nbsp;increases&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;on Big Tech&nbsp;firms&nbsp;to act on vaccine&nbsp;misinformation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198819-corbevax.JPG" />As part of an effort to identify the culprits who are spreading misinformation about COVID-19, the White House has named 12 people or the 'disinformation dozen'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-backs-international-mediation-in-armenia-azerbaijan-conflict-398706">EU backs international mediation in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/13/173788-european-unions.jpg" />Charles Michel, President of the European Council, said that the European Union supported efforts to ease tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-california-serial-killer-known-as-the-hollywood-ripper-sentenced-to-death-398680">In California, serial killer known as the 'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202709-untitled-design-2021-07-17t170158627.jpg" />The so-called Hollywood Ripper, Michael Gargiulo, was recently sentenced to death for gruesomely murdering two women in the 2000s.

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care.

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care. The identity of her abductors is still unknown. Afghanistan's foreign ministry has called on Pakistan to take "immediate necessary action" following the incident. In other news, with the Delta variant of coronavirus spreading around the globe, Professor John Edmunds, of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has warned that the Beta variant may also prove to be equally dangerous. Warning governments around the world he says that the Covid vaccines might prove to be ineffective against the Beta variant spreading through France. Click on headlines to read more Daughter of Afghanistan envoy to Pakistan kidnapped in Islamabad Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of the Afghanistan ambassador to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhail, was abducted in Islamabad. Beta variant can evade Covid vaccines, UK scientist claims An expert has said the Beta variant of Coronavirus could also prove equally dangerous as the Delta variant. Boris Johnson's unlocking plan is threat to world, 1,200 scientists warn In the wake of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement to open the economy completely, scientists claim the plan is a danger to the world. Many leaders slept on climate crisis. Will they act on what they feel on their skins now? Just days after Europe witnesses an unusually hot summer, unprecedented floods have inundated Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, leaving hundreds of people missing and more than 150 dead. Pakistan allows thousands to cross into Afghanistan through border Pakistan on Saturday allowed "up to 4,000 Afghans" into the strategic town across the border in Afghanistan which is held by Taliban. Amid rising tensions with China, US to send F-22 fighter jets to the Pacific In what might be a strong message to China, the US Air Forse is sending more than two dozen F-22 stealth fighters for an exercise in the western Pacific this month. Over 120 dead in western Europe after record rainfall wreaks havoc Authorities say that more than 120 people were killed in floods in western Europe, while several hundred others are still missing. White House increases pressure on Big Tech firms to act on vaccine misinformation As part of an effort to identify the culprits who are spreading misinformation about COVID-19, the White House has named 12 people or the 'disinformation dozen'. EU backs international mediation in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict Charles Michel, President of the European Council, said that the European Union supported efforts to ease tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan. In California, serial killer known as the 'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death The so-called Hollywood Ripper, Michael Gargiulo, was recently sentenced to death for gruesomely murdering two women in the 2000s.

Top 10 world news: Afghan envoy's daughter abducted, warning against Beta variant and more

The Philippines has launched an investigation against&nbsp;hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the&nbsp;South&nbsp;China&nbsp;Sea.&nbsp;Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required. Meanwhile,Taliban have captured a key border crossing&nbsp;along the Pakistan frontier.&nbsp;&nbsp;A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north&nbsp;Pakistan, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-can-enrich-uranium-up-to-90-purity-on-requirement-says-president-hassan-rouhani-398042">Iran can enrich uranium up to 90% purity on requirement, says Rouhani</a>

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President Hassan&nbsp;Rouhani has said that Iran can&nbsp;enrich uranium up to 90 per cent&nbsp;purity if its nuclear reactors needed it, according to local media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-claim-control-over-key-border-crossing-with-pakistan-398062" hreflang="en">Taliban claim control over key border crossing with Pakistan</a>

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Taliban said on Wednesday claimed it had captured a key border crossing&nbsp;along the Pakistan frontier with US troops set to pull out&nbsp;completely in a few weeks

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-13-killed-including-7-chinese-nationals-as-blast-targets-dasu-dam-workers-398001">Pakistan:13 killed, including 7 Chinese nationals as blast targets dam workers</a>

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-A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;on Wednesday, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uyghur-turks-should-live-in-peace-as-equal-citizens-of-china-erdogan-to-president-xi-jinping-398075">Uyghur Turks should live in peace as equal citizens of China: Erdogan to Xi</a>

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Turkish President Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Tuesday it was important to Turkey that Uyghur Muslims live in peace as "equal citizens of China" but said Turkey respects China's national sovereignty

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-launches-investigation-against-chinese-sewage-dumping-at-sea-398031" hreflang="en">Philippines launches investigation against Chinese sewage-dumping at sea</a>

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Philippines' defence minister has&nbsp;ordered the military to investigate a report by a US-based tech firm that hundreds of Chinese vessels were dumping sewage into contested areas of the&nbsp;South&nbsp;China&nbsp;Sea

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nuclear-powered-spacecrafts-are-on-the-way-blue-origin-general-electric-roped-in-by-nasa-398058" hreflang="en">Nuclear-powered spacecrafts are on the way: Blue Origin, General Electric roped in by NASA</a>

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Blue Origin and&nbsp;General Electric Hitachi Nuclear Energy have been roped in by NASA&nbsp;to develop&nbsp;nuclear-powered spacecraft that can travel faster and&nbsp;farther,&nbsp;to Mars and beyond

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-police-raids-offices-homes-of-activists-in-ongoing-crackdown-on-dissent-398067" hreflang="en">Belarus police raids offices, homes of activists in ongoing crackdown on dissent</a>

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In&nbsp;an ongoing crackdown on dissent by President Alexander Lukashenko's regime,&nbsp;Belarusian security police searched offices and homes of lawyers and human rights activists.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-use-gene-editing-technology-to-block-covid-19-transmission-in-human-cells-398047" hreflang="en">Scientists use gene-editing technology to block COVID-19 transmission in human cells</a>

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Researchers&nbsp;have used CRISPR genome editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/ransomware-gang-revil-disappears-from-dark-web-after-biden-warning-398036" hreflang="en">Ransomware gang REvil disappears from dark web after Biden warning</a>

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A Russian-based hacker group blamed for a massive ransomware attack went offline, sparking speculation about whether the move was the result of a government-led action.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-take-ambassadors-snorkelling-to-save-great-barrier-reef-status-398073" hreflang="en">Australia to take ambassadors snorkelling to save Great Barrier Reef status</a>

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Australia&nbsp;will take a group of ambassadors snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef Thursday in a last-minute lobbying effort to keep the World Heritage site off UNESCO's endangered list.

The Philippines has launched an investigation against hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea. Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required.

The Philippines has launched an investigation against hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea. Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required. Meanwhile,Taliban have captured a key border crossing along the Pakistan frontier. A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north Pakistan, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure. Click on headlines to read more Iran can enrich uranium up to 90% purity on requirement, says Rouhani President Hassan Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich uranium up to 90 per cent purity if its nuclear reactors needed it, according to local media. Taliban claim control over key border crossing with Pakistan Taliban said on Wednesday claimed it had captured a key border crossing along the Pakistan frontier with US troops set to pull out completely in a few weeks Pakistan:13 killed, including 7 Chinese nationals as blast targets dam workers -A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north Pakistan on Wednesday, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure. Uyghur Turks should live in peace as equal citizens of China: Erdogan to Xi Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Tuesday it was important to Turkey that Uyghur Muslims live in peace as "equal citizens of China" but said Turkey respects China's national sovereignty Philippines launches investigation against Chinese sewage-dumping at sea Philippines' defence minister has ordered the military to investigate a report by a US-based tech firm that hundreds of Chinese vessels were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea Nuclear-powered spacecrafts are on the way: Blue Origin, General Electric roped in by NASA Blue Origin and General Electric Hitachi Nuclear Energy have been roped in by NASA to develop nuclear-powered spacecraft that can travel faster and farther, to Mars and beyond Belarus police raids offices, homes of activists in ongoing crackdown on dissent In an ongoing crackdown on dissent by President Alexander Lukashenko's regime, Belarusian security police searched offices and homes of lawyers and human rights activists. Scientists use gene-editing technology to block COVID-19 transmission in human cells Researchers have used CRISPR genome editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells. Ransomware gang REvil disappears from dark web after Biden warning A Russian-based hacker group blamed for a massive ransomware attack went offline, sparking speculation about whether the move was the result of a government-led action. Australia to take ambassadors snorkelling to save Great Barrier Reef status Australia will take a group of ambassadors snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef Thursday in a last-minute lobbying effort to keep the World Heritage site off UNESCO's endangered list.

Top 10 world news today: Philippines launches investigation into Chinese sewage-dumping at sea and more

Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time. But that peace was only short-lived, for new fatalities were reported in both the territories as&nbsp;rockets from both the territories continue to plague the skies. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden urged both the countries to reach a ceasefire as soon as possible. But Israel has vowed to pursue Hamas in a bid to eliminate all targets. In Taiwan, a new storm is brewing - the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong had to shut its office in Taiwan due to the ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan. At the end of this letter we have an artificially intelligent surprise! Please do scroll. If you wish to read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-gaza-conflict-no-fresh-casualties-reported-rocket-attacks-continue-unabated-385824" hreflang="en">Israel-Gaza conflict: No fresh casualties reported, rocket attacks continue</a>

Fighting between Israel and Hamas seemed to ease slightly on Tuesday after no fatalities were reported in Gaza for the first time since May 10.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-suspends-operations-at-representative-office-in-taiwan-as-tensions-rise-385847">Hong Kong suspends operations at representative office in Taiwan</a>

Hong Kong government on Tuesday&nbsp;suspended operations at its representative office in Taiwan in a sign of escalating diplomatic tensions between the global financial hub and the democratically ruled island that Beijing claims.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-deploys-army-in-ceuta-to-patrol-border-with-morocco-after-thousands-break-in-385866">Spain deploys army in Ceuta to patrol border after thousands break in&nbsp;</a>

Spain has deployed troops to Ceuta to patrol the border with Morocco after thousands of migrants swam into the northern African enclave amid heightened diplomatic tensions, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said on Tuesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-shuts-independent-news-site-after-raids-on-offices-385864" hreflang="en">Belarus shuts independent news site after raids on offices</a>

Belarus has shut country's largest independent news outlet after raid on its offices. This is being seen as a widening crackdown in the wake of historic opposition protests last year.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-antitrust-probe-opened-into-amazon-using-tougher-law-385841" hreflang="en">Germany: Antitrust probe opened into Amazon using tougher law</a>

Germany's competition authority has opened inquiry into retail giant Amazon over potential 'anti-competitive practices'. The inquiry has been opened using a new law that gives regulators more teeth to control big t ech companies.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-suspected-abu-sayyaf-militants-killed-in-raid-malaysian-police-385870" hreflang="en">Five suspected Abu Sayyaf militants killed in raid: Malaysian police &nbsp;</a>

Malaysian police said on Tuesday five suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf militant group were killed in a shootout in the state of Sabah on the Malaysian portion of Borneo, state news agency Bernama reported.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-care-homes-failed-to-report-covid-outbreaks-killing-192-patients-report-385875" hreflang="en">Canadian care homes failed to report Covid outbreaks, killing 192 patients: Report</a>

An investigation from Canada sheds light on how quickly and mercilessly the virus can take hold of a place if left unchecked.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/humans-dont-stand-a-chance-against-artificial-intelligence-a-nobel-winning-scientist-explains-why-385856" hreflang="en">Humans don't stand a chance against artificial intelligence. A Nobel-winning scientist explains why</a>

During the pandemic rush hour, many have seemed to forget the larger foe lurking in the shadows - artificial intelligence.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-skyscraper-wobbles-spreads-panic-in-downtown-shenzhen-385860" hreflang="en">China skyscraper wobbles, spreads panic in downtown Shenzhen&nbsp;</a>

One of China's tallest skyscrapers was evacuated on Tuesday after it began to shake, sending panicked shoppers scampering to safety in the southern city of Shenzhen.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/the-pentagons-secret-army-pentagon-operates-60000-strong-secret-force-385862" hreflang="en">The Pentagon's Secret Army: Pentagon operates 60,000-strong secret force</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time.

Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time. But that peace was only short-lived, for new fatalities were reported in both the territories as rockets from both the territories continue to plague the skies. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden urged both the countries to reach a ceasefire as soon as possible. But Israel has vowed to pursue Hamas in a bid to eliminate all targets. In Taiwan, a new storm is brewing - the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong had to shut its office in Taiwan due to the ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan. At the end of this letter we have an artificially intelligent surprise! Please do scroll. If you wish to read the full story, please click on the headline. Israel-Gaza conflict: No fresh casualties reported, rocket attacks continue Fighting between Israel and Hamas seemed to ease slightly on Tuesday after no fatalities were reported in Gaza for the first time since May 10. Hong Kong suspends operations at representative office in Taiwan Hong Kong government on Tuesday suspended operations at its representative office in Taiwan in a sign of escalating diplomatic tensions between the global financial hub and the democratically ruled island that Beijing claims. Spain deploys army in Ceuta to patrol border after thousands break in Spain has deployed troops to Ceuta to patrol the border with Morocco after thousands of migrants swam into the northern African enclave amid heightened diplomatic tensions, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said on Tuesday. Belarus shuts independent news site after raids on offices Belarus has shut country's largest independent news outlet after raid on its offices. This is being seen as a widening crackdown in the wake of historic opposition protests last year. Germany: Antitrust probe opened into Amazon using tougher law Germany's competition authority has opened inquiry into retail giant Amazon over potential 'anti-competitive practices'. The inquiry has been opened using a new law that gives regulators more teeth to control big t ech companies. Five suspected Abu Sayyaf militants killed in raid: Malaysian police Malaysian police said on Tuesday five suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf militant group were killed in a shootout in the state of Sabah on the Malaysian portion of Borneo, state news agency Bernama reported. Canadian care homes failed to report Covid outbreaks, killing 192 patients: Report An investigation from Canada sheds light on how quickly and mercilessly the virus can take hold of a place if left unchecked. Humans don't stand a chance against artificial intelligence. A Nobel-winning scientist explains why During the pandemic rush hour, many have seemed to forget the larger foe lurking in the shadows - artificial intelligence. China skyscraper wobbles, spreads panic in downtown Shenzhen One of China's tallest skyscrapers was evacuated on Tuesday after it began to shake, sending panicked shoppers scampering to safety in the southern city of Shenzhen. Watch: The Pentagon's Secret Army: Pentagon operates 60,000-strong secret force

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