Top 10 world news today: Military seizes control in Myanmar, former Bush aides are leaving the Republican Party, Navalny's protesters called hooligans by Russia, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/military-takes-control-in-myanmar-aung-san-suu-kyi-senior-leaders-detained-360484" hreflang="en">Military takes control in Myanmar; Aung San Suu Kyi, senior leaders detained</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-names-two-new-lawyers-to-lead-his-impeachment-defence-team-in-senate-trial-360485" hreflang="en">Trump names two new lawyers to lead his impeachment defence team in Senate trial</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sundays-pro-navalny-protesters-were-hooligans-and-provocateurs-russia-360656" hreflang="en">Sunday's pro-Navalny protesters were 'hooligans and provocateurs': Russia</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-says-90-coronavirus-vaccinations-administered-in-rich-countries-360660" hreflang="en">WHO says 90% coronavirus vaccinations administered in rich countries</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/many-former-bush-officials-are-leaving-republican-party-calling-it-trump-cult-360664" hreflang="en">Many former Bush officials are leaving Republican Party, calling it 'Trump cult'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-promises-extra-doses-of-astrazeneca-and-pfizer-biontech-vaccine-360683" hreflang="en">EU chief promises extra doses of AstraZeneca and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;Budget 2021 -&nbsp;Healthcare sector sees highest ever allocation, increased by 137%

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Watch:&nbsp;Black Lives Matter movement honoured for peaceful civil disobedience

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Top 10 world news today: Military seizes control in Myanmar, former Bush aides are leaving the Republican Party, Navalny's protesters called hooligans by Russia, and more.

Top 10 world news today: Military seizes control in Myanmar, former Bush aides are leaving the Republican Party, Navalny's protesters called hooligans by Russia, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story. Military takes control in Myanmar; Aung San Suu Kyi, senior leaders detained Trump names two new lawyers to lead his impeachment defence team in Senate trial Sunday's pro-Navalny protesters were 'hooligans and provocateurs': Russia WHO says 90% coronavirus vaccinations administered in rich countries Somalia attacks kill 9, injure 10 after car bomb and gunfire Many former Bush officials are leaving Republican Party, calling it 'Trump cult' EU chief promises extra doses of AstraZeneca and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine Hezbollah says it downed an Israeli drone Watch: Budget 2021 - Healthcare sector sees highest ever allocation, increased by 137% Watch: Black Lives Matter movement honoured for peaceful civil disobedience

Top 10 world news today: Military coup in Myanmar, GOP witnessing walkouts, and more

Here are the biggest stories of the morning - From Biden freezes controversial arms deals with Saudi Arabia and UAE, to Trump's coronavirus 'cure'. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-joe-biden-freezes-controversial-arms-deals-with-saudi-arabia-and-uae-359787">US President Joe Biden freezes controversial arms deals with Saudi Arabia and UAE</a> 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-joe-biden-warns-china-over-expansionism-in-asia-359774">US President Joe Biden warns China over expansionism in Asia</a> 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-coronavirus-cure-effective-on-uk-south-african-variants-359776">Donald Trump's coronavirus 'cure' effective on UK, South African variants</a> 
 
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Here are the biggest stories of the morning - From Biden freezes controversial arms deals with Saudi Arabia and UAE, to Trump's coronavirus 'cure'. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Here are the biggest stories of the morning - From Biden freezes controversial arms deals with Saudi Arabia and UAE, to Trump's coronavirus 'cure'. Click on the headline to read the full story. US President Joe Biden freezes controversial arms deals with Saudi Arabia and UAE US President Joe Biden warns China over expansionism in Asia Donald Trump's coronavirus 'cure' effective on UK, South African variants

Morning news brief: Biden freezes arms deal, Trump's coronavirus 'cure' and more

Morning news brief: Biggest stories of the morning - From Biden's concerns over the arrest of Russian critic Navalny, to the death of Colombia's Defense Minister. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-raises-concerns-over-navalny-arrest-and-aggression-against-ukraine-to-russia-359545" hreflang="en">Biden raises concerns over Navalny arrest and 'aggression' against Ukraine to Russia</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-government-says-will-not-bow-to-curfew-riot-deploys-force-to-curb-looting-359547" hreflang="en">Dutch government says will not bow to curfew riot, deploys force to curb looting</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/republican-senators-signal-opposition-to-donald-trump-impeachment-359546" hreflang="en">Republican senators signal opposition to Donald Trump impeachment</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-crochet-doll-of-bernie-sanders-fetches-40000-in-online-auction-for-charity-359551" hreflang="en">Crochet doll of Bernie Sanders fetches $40,000 in online auction for charity</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/colombias-defense-minister-carlos-holmes-trujillo-dies-from-covid-19-at-age-69-359553" hreflang="en">Colombia's Defense Minister Carlos Holmes Trujillo dies from Covid-19 at age 69</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/elon-musk-and-jeff-bezos-are-fighting-against-each-other-over-space-real-estate-359556" hreflang="en">Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are fighting against each other over space real estate</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;Greece and France sign $3 billion fighter jet deal

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Morning news brief: Biggest stories of the morning - From Biden's concerns over the arrest of Russian critic Navalny, to the death of Colombia's Defense Minister.

Morning news brief: Biggest stories of the morning - From Biden's concerns over the arrest of Russian critic Navalny, to the death of Colombia's Defense Minister. Click on the headline to read the full story. Biden raises concerns over Navalny arrest and 'aggression' against Ukraine to Russia Dutch government says will not bow to curfew riot, deploys force to curb looting Republican senators signal opposition to Donald Trump impeachment Crochet doll of Bernie Sanders fetches $40,000 in online auction for charity Colombia's Defense Minister Carlos Holmes Trujillo dies from Covid-19 at age 69 Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are fighting against each other over space real estate Watch: Greece and France sign $3 billion fighter jet deal

Morning news brief: Biden expresses concern over Navalny's arrest, death of Colombia's defense minister, and more

Top 10 world news today: US President Donald Trump could issue 100 presidential pardons on his last day, while a European poll reveals that people think&nbsp;US hegemony in the world will fade with China set to take over. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-to-issue-100-presidential-pardons-on-last-day-reports-357721" hreflang="en">Donald Trump to issue 100 presidential pardons on last day: Reports</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-believes-china-will-overtake-us-as-superpower-during-bidens-presidency-poll-357754" hreflang="en">Europe believes China will overtake US as superpower during Biden's presidency: Poll</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-laughs-at-us-crumbling-democracy-amid-fears-of-riots-during-bidens-inauguration-357741" hreflang="en">Iran laughs at US' crumbling democracy amid fears of riots during Biden's inauguration</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/four-asteroids-headed-earths-way-on-day-of-joe-bidens-inauguration-as-us-president-357734" hreflang="en">Four asteroids headed Earth's way on day of Joe Biden's inauguration as US president</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-due-in-court-on-wednesday-kremlin-troubled-by-calls-of-illegal-protests-357725" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny due in court on Wednesday; Kremlin 'troubled' by calls of 'illegal' protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/telegram-claims-to-have-shut-down-hundreds-of-calls-for-violence-last-week-in-us-357722" hreflang="en">Telegram claims to have 'shut down hundreds of calls for violence' last week in US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-military-stages-drill-aimed-at-repelling-china-attack-357685" hreflang="en">Taiwan military stages drill aimed at repelling China attack</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-slaps-ad-ban-on-twitter-under-new-social-media-law-357672" hreflang="en">Turkey slaps ad ban on Twitter under new social media law</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-african-virus-strain-more-contagious-says-expert-357649" hreflang="en">South African virus strain more contagious, says expert</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-create-most-complete-three-dimensional-map-of-brown-dwarfs-around-the-sun-357645" hreflang="en">Scientists create 'most complete' three-dimensional map of brown dwarfs around the Sun</a>

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Top 10 world news today: US President Donald Trump could issue 100 presidential pardons on his last day, while a European poll reveals that people think US hegemony in the world will fade with China set to take over.

Top 10 world news today: US President Donald Trump could issue 100 presidential pardons on his last day, while a European poll reveals that people think US hegemony in the world will fade with China set to take over. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story. Donald Trump to issue 100 presidential pardons on last day: Reports Europe believes China will overtake US as superpower during Biden's presidency: Poll Iran laughs at US' crumbling democracy amid fears of riots during Biden's inauguration Four asteroids headed Earth's way on day of Joe Biden's inauguration as US president Alexei Navalny due in court on Wednesday; Kremlin 'troubled' by calls of 'illegal' protests Telegram claims to have 'shut down hundreds of calls for violence' last week in US Taiwan military stages drill aimed at repelling China attack Turkey slaps ad ban on Twitter under new social media law South African virus strain more contagious, says expert Scientists create 'most complete' three-dimensional map of brown dwarfs around the Sun

Top 10 world news today: Trump could issue 100 pardons, Navalny due in court soon, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-is-a-criminal-and-political-pyromaniac-who-should-be-sent-to-criminal-court-luxembourgs-foreign-minister-356452">Luxembourg calls Donald Trump a 'criminal' who should be sent to court</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kuwaits-cabinet-members-resign-en-masse-in-standoff-with-parliament-356442">Kuwait's cabinet members resign en masse in standoff with parliament</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-backs-joe-bidens-efforts-to-pass-new-immigration-law-356457">Google backs Joe Biden's efforts to pass new immigration law</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sellers-on-dark-web-promise-vaccines-after-charging-1000-in-bitcoin-nothing-is-delivered-356443">Sellers on dark web are scamming people seeking coronavirus vaccines</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/declassified-us-documents-on-indo-pacific-see-india-as-net-security-provider-focus-on-intel-sharing-356432" hreflang="en">Declassified US documents on Indo-Pacific see India as ‘net security provider’</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/black-vault-cia-allows-all-ufo-information-to-be-downloaded-ahead-of-deadline-356395">Black Vault: CIA allows all UFO information to be downloaded ahead of deadline</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-covid-vaccine-sinovac-throws-up-four-different-efficacy-rates-356427" hreflang="en">Chinese COVID vaccine Sinovac throws up four different efficacy rates</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/they-tried-to-kill-me-putin-critic-navalny-to-return-to-russia-on-january-17-after-recovering-from-poisoning-356429" hreflang="en">'They tried to kill me': Putin critic Navalny to return to Russia on Sunday</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazilian-president-bolsonaro-sabotaged-coronavirus-relief-measures-claims-human-rights-watch-356463" hreflang="en">Brazilian President Bolsonaro sabotaged coronavirus relief measures: HRW</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-launches-one-of-worlds-biggest-covid-19-vaccination-drives-356473" hreflang="en">Indonesia launches one of world's biggest COVID-19 vaccination drives</a>

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Luxembourg calls Donald Trump a 'criminal' who should be sent to court Kuwait's cabinet members resign en masse in standoff with parliament Google backs Joe Bid

Luxembourg calls Donald Trump a 'criminal' who should be sent to court Kuwait's cabinet members resign en masse in standoff with parliament Google backs Joe Biden's efforts to pass new immigration law Sellers on dark web are scamming people seeking coronavirus vaccines Declassified US documents on Indo-Pacific see India as ‘net security provider’ Black Vault: CIA allows all UFO information to be downloaded ahead of deadline Chinese COVID vaccine Sinovac throws up four different efficacy rates 'They tried to kill me': Putin critic Navalny to return to Russia on Sunday Brazilian President Bolsonaro sabotaged coronavirus relief measures: HRW Indonesia launches one of world's biggest COVID-19 vaccination drives

Top 10 world news today: Luxembourg calls Donald Trump a 'criminal', Kuwait cabinet resigns and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-retrieves-black-box-from-sriwijaya-air-plane-that-crashed-into-java-sea-356262">Indonesia retrieves black box from Sriwijaya plane that crashed into Java Sea</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-erdogan-says-want-eu-ties-back-on-track-356269" hreflang="en">Turkish President Erdogan says want EU ties 'back on track'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosion-in-goldmine-traps-22-workers-in-china-356234" hreflang="en">Explosion in goldmine traps 22 workers in China</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greenhouse-emissions-in-us-witness-largest-dip-since-world-war-ii-356268" hreflang="en">Greenhouse emissions in US witness largest dip since World War II</a>

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Soleimani killing: Iran vows 'resistance'; says murderers not safe France: Dozens of cars torched on New Year’s Eve by rioters on violence spree Indian panel recommends use of AstraZeneca COVID vaccine with conditions Provincial govt to pay for Pakistan Hindu temple destroyed by mob WHO grants 'emergency validation' to Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine Drug prices to hike in 2021 as pandemic jolts revenues: Report Big relief and some caution for Gibraltarians after UK-Spain deal Indonesian fisherman finds Chinese drone submarine on possible mission Wisconsin pharmacist arrested for removing 500 doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine New York Stock Exchange to delist Chinese telecom firms on US executive order

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As the new strains of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> are taking over the world, the Indian government has assured masses that there is no evidence yet that the existing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccines </a>will not be useful gainst the new varints. In the west, Argentina has launched COVID-19 vaccinations by rolling out Russia's Sputnik V. While the world is battling coronavirus, China is busy batting off various accusations as the Asian country has been accused of underreporting infections in Wuhan.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-ratifies-extradition-treaty-pressure-on-turkey-to-protect-uighurs-353170" hreflang="en">Uighur row: China announces ratification of extradition treaty with Turkey</a>

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Turkey has linguistic and cultural ties with the Uighurs and Ankara has for quite some time been one of the primary safeguards of their motivation on the worldwide stage, however lately Turkey's public demonstration of help has faded.

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As of Sunday, Wuhan had detailed an aggregate of 50,354 affirmed instances of Covid-19, as per the Wuhan Municipal Health Commission.&nbsp;

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Health secretary&nbsp;Rajesh Bhushan informed that the daily new coronavirus cases had dropped to less than 17,000 after six months with daily deaths going down to less than 300 after six months.

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The United States banned all US export licenses and loan credits for Turkey's military procurement agency and disallowed its president to travel or hold assets in the United States under the 2017 CAATSA law.

E<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/earthquake-hits-croatia-slovenia-shuts-nuclear-plant-353193">arthquake hits Croatia; Slovenia shuts nuclear plant</a>

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The earthquake led Slovenia to shut down its Krsko nuclear power plant as a "precaution".&nbsp;he quake was followed by an aftershock registering 4.9 magnitude, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre(EMSC) said.

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Jinping's remarks come as China pushes to consolidate its ties with other nations ahead of the inauguration of Joe Biden on January 20.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-urges-china-to-release-of-12-hong-kong-pro-democracy-activists-353198" hreflang="en">EU urges China to release of 12 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists</a>

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As the trial began in China, the United States urged China to release the detainees and called out China's "tyranny". Now, after a day of the trial, the European Union has followed the suit and is demanding the immediate release of the 12 activists.

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A woman who arrived from South Africa in Japan on December 19 and tested positive for COVID-19 turned out to be infected with the new 501.V2 strain.

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While making the raid, the police also found several Nazi artefacts such as portraits of the infamous Adolf Hitler, German military uniforms and several medals too.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/argentina-starts-coronavirus-vaccine-with-russias-sputnik-v-353174" hreflang="en">Argentina starts coronavirus vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V</a>

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The vaccination drive began simultaneously around the country with frontline healthcare workers given priority.

As the new strains of coronavirus are taking over the world, the Indian government has assured masses that there is no evidence yet that the existing vaccines will not be useful gainst the new varints.

As the new strains of coronavirus are taking over the world, the Indian government has assured masses that there is no evidence yet that the existing vaccines will not be useful gainst the new varints. In the west, Argentina has launched COVID-19 vaccinations by rolling out Russia's Sputnik V. While the world is battling coronavirus, China is busy batting off various accusations as the Asian country has been accused of underreporting infections in Wuhan. Click on headlines to read more Uighur row: China announces ratification of extradition treaty with Turkey Turkey has linguistic and cultural ties with the Uighurs and Ankara has for quite some time been one of the primary safeguards of their motivation on the worldwide stage, however lately Turkey's public demonstration of help has faded. Wuhan's infections may have been 10 times higher than official figure: Study As of Sunday, Wuhan had detailed an aggregate of 50,354 affirmed instances of Covid-19, as per the Wuhan Municipal Health Commission. No evidence current vaccines will fail against virus variants: Indian govt Health secretary Rajesh Bhushan informed that the daily new coronavirus cases had dropped to less than 17,000 after six months with daily deaths going down to less than 300 after six months. Will continue to develop military ties with Turkey despite US pressure: Russia The United States banned all US export licenses and loan credits for Turkey's military procurement agency and disallowed its president to travel or hold assets in the United States under the 2017 CAATSA law. Earthquake hits Croatia; Slovenia shuts nuclear plant The earthquake led Slovenia to shut down its Krsko nuclear power plant as a "precaution". he quake was followed by an aftershock registering 4.9 magnitude, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre(EMSC) said. In message to US, Xi Jinping says China-Russia ties will not be broken Jinping's remarks come as China pushes to consolidate its ties with other nations ahead of the inauguration of Joe Biden on January 20. EU urges China to release of 12 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists As the trial began in China, the United States urged China to release the detainees and called out China's "tyranny". Now, after a day of the trial, the European Union has followed the suit and is demanding the immediate release of the 12 activists. Japan reports first case of new coronavirus strain that emerged in South Africa A woman who arrived from South Africa in Japan on December 19 and tested positive for COVID-19 turned out to be infected with the new 501.V2 strain. Several Nazi memorabilia found in Spanish warehouse of arms traffickers While making the raid, the police also found several Nazi artefacts such as portraits of the infamous Adolf Hitler, German military uniforms and several medals too. Argentina starts coronavirus vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V The vaccination drive began simultaneously around the country with frontline healthcare workers given priority.

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A day after the EU started mass vaccination drive, Spain and seven countries have claimed to not have received the full stock of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">Pfizer vaccine</a>. Meanwhile, the CEO of AstraZeneca has claimed the Indian government will be approving the Oxford vaccine in the next few days. On the other hand,&nbsp;Philippines' President's security team received jabs of the Chinese coronavirus vaccine without approval from the authorities.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-signs-laws-to-further-uss-support-to-taiwan-tibet-drawing-chinas-criticism-352951" hreflang="en">Trump signs law to bolster support to Taiwan, Tibet; drawing China's criticism</a>

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The act also authorises the Tibetan community to select exiled spiritual leader Dalai Lama's successor and has provisions to sanction Chinese officials who interfere with the selection process.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said despite the global economic recession, 'China's input in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) including the CPEC' has increased.&nbsp;

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Poonawalla has also reported that since India is a part of 'COVAX', at least 50 per cent of all the produce will be given to India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tesla-to-start-operation-in-india-in-early-2021-confirms-nitin-gadkari-352912">Tesla to start operation in India in early 2021, confirms Nitin Gadkari</a>

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Nitin&nbsp;Gadkari said that Elon Musk-led Tesla will initially begin with sales and perhaps venture towards assembly, sales, and manufacturing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pfizer-vaccine-delivery-delayed-in-spain-and-other-eu-countries-352931">Pfizer vaccine delivery delayed in Spain and other EU countries</a>

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The delay in the fresh batch of vaccines has occurred due to a "problem in the loading and shipment process" at the Pfizer plant in Belgium.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-rodrigo-dutertes-security-team-gets-covid-19-vaccine-without-approval-352957" hreflang="en">Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte's security team gets COVID-19 vaccine without approval</a>

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Philippines is hoping to secure nearly 60 million doses for the coronavirus vaccine, with the aim to start a mass vaccination drive in the second quarter of 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-womens-rights-activist-loujain-al-hathloul-jailed-for-five-years-352947" hreflang="en">Saudi women's rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul jailed for five years</a>

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Loujain al-Hathloul was detained by the local authorities in May 2018 with several other women activists while she was campaigning for women's rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/17-fishermen-feared-dead-after-boat-sinks-in-arctic-russia-352908" hreflang="en">17 fishermen feared dead after boat sinks in Arctic Russia</a>

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Seventeen fishermen were missing and feared dead on Monday after a Russian boat capsized during a storm and sank in the freezing waters of the Barents Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rare-white-kiwi-manukura-dies-following-surgery-in-new-zealand-352902" hreflang="en">Rare white kiwi, Manukura, dies following surgery in New Zealand</a>

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Manukura was an ambassador for Pūkaha, conservation and tourism in Wairarapa. Her popularity with the public spawned a Facebook page, soft toys, children’s books and other memorabilia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-to-ship-new-group-of-rohingya-refugees-to-remote-island-352958" hreflang="en">Bangladesh to ship new group of Rohingya refugees to remote island</a>

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More than 1,100 Rohingya refugees, members of a Muslim minority who have fled Myanmar, will be moved from a refugee camp near the Myanmar border to Bhasan Char island.

A day after the EU started mass vaccination drive, Spain and seven countries have claimed to not have received the full stock of the Pfizer vaccine. Meanwhile, the CEO of AstraZeneca has claimed the Indian government will be approving the Oxford vaccine in the next few days.

A day after the EU started mass vaccination drive, Spain and seven countries have claimed to not have received the full stock of the Pfizer vaccine. Meanwhile, the CEO of AstraZeneca has claimed the Indian government will be approving the Oxford vaccine in the next few days. On the other hand, Philippines' President's security team received jabs of the Chinese coronavirus vaccine without approval from the authorities. Click on headlines to read more Trump signs law to bolster support to Taiwan, Tibet; drawing China's criticism The act also authorises the Tibetan community to select exiled spiritual leader Dalai Lama's successor and has provisions to sanction Chinese officials who interfere with the selection process. China rejects reports of seeking guarantees from Pak for approving $6 bn loan Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said despite the global economic recession, 'China's input in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) including the CPEC' has increased. India to approve AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine soon: Adar Poonawalla Poonawalla has also reported that since India is a part of 'COVAX', at least 50 per cent of all the produce will be given to India. Tesla to start operation in India in early 2021, confirms Nitin Gadkari Nitin Gadkari said that Elon Musk-led Tesla will initially begin with sales and perhaps venture towards assembly, sales, and manufacturing. Pfizer vaccine delivery delayed in Spain and other EU countries The delay in the fresh batch of vaccines has occurred due to a "problem in the loading and shipment process" at the Pfizer plant in Belgium. Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte's security team gets COVID-19 vaccine without approval Philippines is hoping to secure nearly 60 million doses for the coronavirus vaccine, with the aim to start a mass vaccination drive in the second quarter of 2021. Saudi women's rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul jailed for five years Loujain al-Hathloul was detained by the local authorities in May 2018 with several other women activists while she was campaigning for women's rights. 17 fishermen feared dead after boat sinks in Arctic Russia Seventeen fishermen were missing and feared dead on Monday after a Russian boat capsized during a storm and sank in the freezing waters of the Barents Sea. Rare white kiwi, Manukura, dies following surgery in New Zealand Manukura was an ambassador for Pūkaha, conservation and tourism in Wairarapa. Her popularity with the public spawned a Facebook page, soft toys, children’s books and other memorabilia. Bangladesh to ship new group of Rohingya refugees to remote island More than 1,100 Rohingya refugees, members of a Muslim minority who have fled Myanmar, will be moved from a refugee camp near the Myanmar border to Bhasan Char island.

Top 10 world news today: Trump's support to Taiwan, vaccine update in India, and more

As the European Union countries started <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccination</a> drive against<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus"> coronavirus</a>, Israel went into a third nationwide lockdown hoping to score a 'world record' of vaccinated people. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;AstraZeneca chief has claimed the Oxford vaccine will work against the new strain of coronavirus too. While the world is battling coronavirus,&nbsp;Margaret Thatcher's conversation with her Irish counterpart have been revealed in 30-years-old archives.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-chief-claims-vaccine-works-against-new-strain-of-coronavirus-352737">AstraZeneca chief claims vaccine works against new strain of coronavirus</a>

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WhileAstraZeneca chief is almost sure about this, he said more tests need to be performed to be sure about this claim.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/margaret-thatcher-said-no-to-euro-as-one-currency-irish-archives-reveal-352762" hreflang="en">Margaret Thatcher said no to Euro as 'one currency', Irish archives reveal</a>

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Britain's 'Iron lady' Margaret Thatcher believed the European Commission's plan for a single currency in the European Union was a "rush of blood to the head".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-syrian-refugee-camp-set-on-fire-after-fight-between-refugees-and-locals-352758">Lebanon: Syrian refugee camp set on fire after fight between refugees and locals</a>

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Syrian refugee camp in northern Lebanon was set on fire on Saturday night after a fight between members of the camp and a local Lebanese family, said state media.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-will-retaliate-against-any-attack-by-murderer-libya-strongman-defence-minister-352744">Turkey will retaliate against any attack by Libya strongman: Defence Minister</a>

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Turkey's defence minister's statement has come a few days after Haftar boasted about his plans and said his forces will 'prepare to drive out the occupier by faith, will and weapons'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/china-steps-in-to-stop-war-within-nepal-communist-party-352734">China steps in to stop war within Nepal Communist Party</a>

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Factions within Nepal Communist Party led by current Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and party heavyweight Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' are battling with each other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-parliament-passes-law-that-critics-say-will-stifle-ngos-352752" hreflang="en">Turkish parliament passes law that critics say will stifle NGOs</a>

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The law is being criticised for the possibility that it will be used against opponent organisations. Earlier this week, &nbsp;seven civil society organisations, including Human Rights Association and Amnesty said that terrorism charges in Turkey were arbitrary.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-enters-third-nationwide-lockdown-pm-hopes-for-world-record-of-vaccinated-people-352754" hreflang="en">Israel enters third nationwide lockdown; PM hopes for 'world record' of vaccinated people</a>

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Starting from 5 pm on Sunday, people will not be allowed to step out of their houses unless they are seeking medical care, attending legal proceedings, going to school or exercising.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-peace-talks-to-take-place-in-doha-next-month-352763" hreflang="en">Afghan peace talks to take place in Doha next month</a>

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Negotiators from both sides decided to take a break in early December after months of discussions that were bogged down by disputes on the basic framework of discussions and religious interpretations

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/incoming-swiss-president-calls-post-brexit-deal-good-news-for-whole-world-352773">Incoming Swiss president calls post-Brexit deal 'good news for whole world</a>

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Incoming Swiss president Guy Parmelin said on Sunday that post-Brexit trade deal struck between UK and the European Union (EU) was "good news" for the entire world.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-announces-team-of-the-decade-virat-kohli-features-in-all-formats-352731" hreflang="en">ICC announces 'Team of the Decade', Virat Kohli features in all formats</a>

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Indian skipper Virat Kohli was the only player to feature in all three formats of 'Team of the Decade'.&nbsp;

As the European Union countries started vaccination drive against coronavirus, Israel went into a third nationwide lockdown hoping to score a 'world record' of vaccinated people.

As the European Union countries started vaccination drive against coronavirus, Israel went into a third nationwide lockdown hoping to score a 'world record' of vaccinated people. Meanwhile, the AstraZeneca chief has claimed the Oxford vaccine will work against the new strain of coronavirus too. While the world is battling coronavirus, Margaret Thatcher's conversation with her Irish counterpart have been revealed in 30-years-old archives. Click on headlines to read more AstraZeneca chief claims vaccine works against new strain of coronavirus WhileAstraZeneca chief is almost sure about this, he said more tests need to be performed to be sure about this claim. Margaret Thatcher said no to Euro as 'one currency', Irish archives reveal Britain's 'Iron lady' Margaret Thatcher believed the European Commission's plan for a single currency in the European Union was a "rush of blood to the head". Lebanon: Syrian refugee camp set on fire after fight between refugees and locals Syrian refugee camp in northern Lebanon was set on fire on Saturday night after a fight between members of the camp and a local Lebanese family, said state media. Turkey will retaliate against any attack by Libya strongman: Defence Minister Turkey's defence minister's statement has come a few days after Haftar boasted about his plans and said his forces will 'prepare to drive out the occupier by faith, will and weapons'. China steps in to stop war within Nepal Communist Party Factions within Nepal Communist Party led by current Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and party heavyweight Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' are battling with each other. Turkish parliament passes law that critics say will stifle NGOs The law is being criticised for the possibility that it will be used against opponent organisations. Earlier this week, seven civil society organisations, including Human Rights Association and Amnesty said that terrorism charges in Turkey were arbitrary. Israel enters third nationwide lockdown; PM hopes for 'world record' of vaccinated people Starting from 5 pm on Sunday, people will not be allowed to step out of their houses unless they are seeking medical care, attending legal proceedings, going to school or exercising. Afghan peace talks to take place in Doha next month Negotiators from both sides decided to take a break in early December after months of discussions that were bogged down by disputes on the basic framework of discussions and religious interpretations Incoming Swiss president calls post-Brexit deal 'good news for whole world Incoming Swiss president Guy Parmelin said on Sunday that post-Brexit trade deal struck between UK and the European Union (EU) was "good news" for the entire world. ICC announces 'Team of the Decade', Virat Kohli features in all formats Indian skipper Virat Kohli was the only player to feature in all three formats of 'Team of the Decade'.

Top 10 world news today: AstraZeneca against new variant, Brexit reactions, and more

As the world is preparing to battle the new variants of the novel <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>, the European Union countries will start <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccination</a> drive from Sunday. Meanwhile, the Saudi&nbsp;Crown Prince joined the list of leaders who publically received a shot of the vaccine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-says-vaccine-delivered-to-all-eu-countries-vaccination-drive-to-start-tomorrow-352587" hreflang="en">EU Chief says vaccine delivered to all EU countries; vaccination drive to start tomorrow</a>

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Calling it a 'European success story', the European Union leader Ursula von der Leyen reported that the EU has enough doses for everyone.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-confirms-new-virus-strain-as-vaccines-begin-arriving-in-european-nations-352576" hreflang="en">Spain confirms new virus strain as vaccines begin arriving in European nations</a>

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Paris received its first tranche of the vaccine as it was delivered to the hospital with jabs set to be administered to an elderly home on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finland-receives-more-than-5000-applications-for-90-day-finn-relocation-programme-352577" hreflang="en">Finland receives more than 5,000 applications for '90 day Finn' relocation programme</a>

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Finland has climbed the ranks as it has been announced as the world's happiest country for the third time this year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/monolith-christmas-edition-because-this-one-is-made-of-gingerbread-352528" hreflang="en">Monolith Christmas edition? Because this one is made of Gingerbread</a>

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The monolith is seven-feet tall. The appearance of this monolith has certainly become talk of the town and people are flocking there to take pictures and videos.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jordan-journalist-arrested-for-claiming-officials-received-jabs-of-coronavirus-vaccine-352598" hreflang="en">Jordan: Journalist arrested for claiming officials received jabs of coronavirus vaccine</a>

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A journalist in Jordan has been arrested after he reported the kingdom has received coronavirus vaccine and the local officials had already received shots of the vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/athens-first-official-mosque-allowed-to-reopen-for-holiday-season-352582" hreflang="en">Athens' first official mosque allowed to reopen for holiday season</a>

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As the holiday season came closer, the government decided to let the faithful return to their religious place, but with a cap on maximum attendees allowed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkmenistan-president-claims-licorice-can-cure-coronavirus-352543" hreflang="en">Turkmenistan president claims Licorice can cure coronavirus</a>

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The leader has a long history of moves aimed at boosting his country's fauna and flora.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-it-intercepted-is-attack-plot-352541" hreflang="en">Russia claims it intercepted IS attack plot</a>

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Russia's territories in the Caucasus were ravaged by two wars between federal troops and Chechen separatists in the 1990s and 2000s.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-approves-sputnik-v-covid-19-vaccine-for-people-over-60-352530" hreflang="en">Russia approves Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine for people over 60</a>

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Russia had approved its vaccine after it was tested on only a few dozen people -- between 18 and 60, touting it as “the first in the world" to receive a go-ahead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-crown-prince-mohammed-bin-salman-gets-coronavirus-vaccine-352517" hreflang="en">Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman gets coronavirus vaccine</a>

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The Saudi crown prince is among the few world leaders to have received the vaccine.

As the world is preparing to battle the new variants of the novel coronavirus, the European Union countries will start vaccination drive from Sunday. Meanwhile, the Saudi Crown Prince joined the list of leaders who publically received a shot of the vaccine.

As the world is preparing to battle the new variants of the novel coronavirus, the European Union countries will start vaccination drive from Sunday. Meanwhile, the Saudi Crown Prince joined the list of leaders who publically received a shot of the vaccine. Click on headlines to read more EU Chief says vaccine delivered to all EU countries; vaccination drive to start tomorrow Calling it a 'European success story', the European Union leader Ursula von der Leyen reported that the EU has enough doses for everyone. Spain confirms new virus strain as vaccines begin arriving in European nations Paris received its first tranche of the vaccine as it was delivered to the hospital with jabs set to be administered to an elderly home on Sunday. Finland receives more than 5,000 applications for '90 day Finn' relocation programme Finland has climbed the ranks as it has been announced as the world's happiest country for the third time this year. Monolith Christmas edition? Because this one is made of Gingerbread The monolith is seven-feet tall. The appearance of this monolith has certainly become talk of the town and people are flocking there to take pictures and videos. Jordan: Journalist arrested for claiming officials received jabs of coronavirus vaccine A journalist in Jordan has been arrested after he reported the kingdom has received coronavirus vaccine and the local officials had already received shots of the vaccine. Athens' first official mosque allowed to reopen for holiday season As the holiday season came closer, the government decided to let the faithful return to their religious place, but with a cap on maximum attendees allowed. Turkmenistan president claims Licorice can cure coronavirus The leader has a long history of moves aimed at boosting his country's fauna and flora. Russia claims it intercepted IS attack plot Russia's territories in the Caucasus were ravaged by two wars between federal troops and Chechen separatists in the 1990s and 2000s. Russia approves Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine for people over 60 Russia had approved its vaccine after it was tested on only a few dozen people -- between 18 and 60, touting it as “the first in the world" to receive a go-ahead. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman gets coronavirus vaccine The Saudi crown prince is among the few world leaders to have received the vaccine.

Top 10 world news today: EU countries receive coronavirus vaccine, Spain finds new strain, and more

The European Union (EU) approved the&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a> against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus. Other than the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> news,&nbsp;China has called <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a> accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-works-against-new-variant-too-eu-approves-pfizer-biontech-coronavirus-vaccine-351418" hreflang="en">'It works against new variant too': EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine</a>

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EMA chief&nbsp;also reassured people that the existing vaccine can work against the new variant of the novel coronavirus — a claim nobody had made till now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uk-australia-detects-new-fast-spreading-coronavirus-strain-351398">After UK, Australia detects new fast-spreading coronavirus strain</a>

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Australia's Health Minister Greg Hunt said there are no plans to follow other countries in halting flights from the UK.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-calls-trumps-accusation-farce-on-involvement-in-cyberattack-351359">China calls Trump's accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack</a>

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Donald&nbsp;Trump on Twitter on Saturday played down Russian involvement on the cyberattack on several US government agencies and said that China 'may'&nbsp;also be involved.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-signs-memorandum-of-cooperation-with-russias-sputnik-v-to-combine-covid-19-vaccine-351417" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca signs memorandum of cooperation with Russia to combine vaccine</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed British drugmaker AstraZeneca's decision to test combining its own experimental COVID-19 vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V shot.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailands-pm-prayut-blames-migrant-workers-for-covid-19-outbreak-351391" hreflang="en">Thailand's PM Prayut blames migrant workers for COVID-19 outbreak</a>

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'They snuck out and came back in,' Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha said blaming migrant workers for seafood market COVID-19 outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-prepared-to-react-if-iran-seeks-to-avenge-its-top-generals-killing-351255" hreflang="en">US says ‘prepared to react’ if Iran seeks to avenge its top general's killing</a>

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In an apparent sign of US military leaders' concerns about Iranian intentions after Soleimani's killing, McKenzie's current tour was not announced in advance.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysian-ex-mp-hosts-drive-thru-wedding-for-son-10000-people-participate-351378" hreflang="en">Malaysian ex-MP hosts drive-thru wedding for son; 10,000 people participate</a>

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The Malaysian politician along with his wife and the newly-wedded couple dressed up for the special day and stood at a designated point from where they waved and shared greetings with the guests who were seated in their cars.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/crime-will-increase-dramatically-with-covid-19-vaccine-rollout-interpol-351361" hreflang="en">Crime will increase 'dramatically' with COVID-19 vaccine rollout: Interpol</a>

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Interpol chief Juergen Stock has warned the world about a possible 'dramatic' increase in the theft and other crimes related to the COVID-19 vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/deadly-brain-eating-amoeba-is-spreading-in-us-scientists-issue-warning-351357" hreflang="en">Deadly brain-eating amoeba is spreading in US, scientists issue warning</a>

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Naegleria fowleri is typically found in living, breathing people of freshwater, including lakes and streams.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vietnam-important-pillar-of-indias-act-east-policy-pm-narendra-modi-351386">Vietnam 'important pillar' of India's Act East Policy: PM Narendra Modi</a>

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The Indian prime minister also said that Vietnam is an 'important pillar of India's Act East Policy' and a 'big partner' of India's Indo-Pacific vision.

The European Union (EU) approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus.

The European Union (EU) approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus. Other than the COVID-19 news, China has called Donald Trump's accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack. Click on headlines to read more 'It works against new variant too': EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine EMA chief also reassured people that the existing vaccine can work against the new variant of the novel coronavirus — a claim nobody had made till now. After UK, Australia detects new fast-spreading coronavirus strain Australia's Health Minister Greg Hunt said there are no plans to follow other countries in halting flights from the UK. China calls Trump's accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack Donald Trump on Twitter on Saturday played down Russian involvement on the cyberattack on several US government agencies and said that China 'may' also be involved. AstraZeneca signs memorandum of cooperation with Russia to combine vaccine Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed British drugmaker AstraZeneca's decision to test combining its own experimental COVID-19 vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V shot. Thailand's PM Prayut blames migrant workers for COVID-19 outbreak 'They snuck out and came back in,' Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha said blaming migrant workers for seafood market COVID-19 outbreak. US says ‘prepared to react’ if Iran seeks to avenge its top general's killing In an apparent sign of US military leaders' concerns about Iranian intentions after Soleimani's killing, McKenzie's current tour was not announced in advance. Malaysian ex-MP hosts drive-thru wedding for son; 10,000 people participate The Malaysian politician along with his wife and the newly-wedded couple dressed up for the special day and stood at a designated point from where they waved and shared greetings with the guests who were seated in their cars. Crime will increase 'dramatically' with COVID-19 vaccine rollout: Interpol Interpol chief Juergen Stock has warned the world about a possible 'dramatic' increase in the theft and other crimes related to the COVID-19 vaccine. Deadly brain-eating amoeba is spreading in US, scientists issue warning Naegleria fowleri is typically found in living, breathing people of freshwater, including lakes and streams. Vietnam 'important pillar' of India's Act East Policy: PM Narendra Modi The Indian prime minister also said that Vietnam is an 'important pillar of India's Act East Policy' and a 'big partner' of India's Indo-Pacific vision.

Top 10 world news today: EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, new strain cases found in Australia, and more

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine"> COVID-19 vaccine</a>, while the defeated President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump </a>planted doubts against the vaccine approval. Spain, too, decided to start the mass vaccine drive while South Korea is still struggling to contain the spread.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beginning-of-the-end-of-coronavirus-us-vice-president-mike-pence-receives-vaccine-jab-350801" hreflang="en">'Beginning of the end of coronavirus': US VP Mike Pence receives vaccine jab</a>

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US Vice President Mike Pence took a shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine while asserting that, "this week will be beginning of the end of the coronavirus."

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China has been criticised for covering up the initial outbreak that hit Wuhan in January.&nbsp;

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The DHS said hackers reportedly broke into SolarWinds Orion IT products following a recent update as they gained access to internal communications.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-court-rules-authorities-can-ban-kosher-halal-slaughter-to-promote-animal-welfare-350831">EU countries can ban ritual slaughter to promote animal welfare, court rules</a>

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The decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) followed a legal challenge by Jewish and Muslim associations to a Flemish government prohibition on the killing of animals without prior non-lethal (also called reversible) stunning in 2017.

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Speaking at the DRDO here, General Rawat said, "For the past few years, DRDO has helped the armed forces to become self-reliant to face the emerging challenges ahead of the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/historic-victory-switzerlands-parliament-approves-same-sex-marriage-350790">'Historic victory': Switzerland's parliament approves same-sex marriage</a>

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Switzerland is one of the few European countries where same-sex marriage is not legal.&nbsp;It is at the 25th position in terms of human rights for the LGBT community.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-discover-previously-unrecognised-water-ice-reservoir-on-mars-350758" hreflang="en">Scientists discover 'previously unrecognised' water ice reservoir on Mars</a>

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The study ties in with other research on the history and current presence of water on Mars. NASA shared a 'treasure map' of water ice deposits on Mars in 2019.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-pacific-islands-about-chinese-bid-for-undersea-cable-project-sources-350807" hreflang="en">US warns Pacific islands about Chinese bid for undersea cable project: Sources</a>

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Undersea cables, which have far greater data capacity than satellites, have emerged as a sensitive area of diplomacy in the Pacific, given their central role in international communications.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-people-in-south-korea-die-of-covid-while-waiting-for-hospital-beds-350771">Six people in South Korea die of COVID while waiting for hospital beds</a>

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The country recorded 1,062 new cases on Friday, making it the first time South Korea has continuously reported more than 1,000 cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-priti-patel-accuses-tory-mp-of-covid-19-lockdown-breach-350748" hreflang="en">UK's Priti Patel accuses Tory MP of COVID-19 lockdown breach</a>

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A senior Tory MP, Tobias Ellwood, attended an event at the Cavalry and Guards Club on Tuesday in London.

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of COVID-19 vaccine, while the defeated President Donald Trump planted doubts against the vaccine approval.

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of COVID-19 vaccine, while the defeated President Donald Trump planted doubts against the vaccine approval. Spain, too, decided to start the mass vaccine drive while South Korea is still struggling to contain the spread. 'Beginning of the end of coronavirus': US VP Mike Pence receives vaccine jab US Vice President Mike Pence took a shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine while asserting that, "this week will be beginning of the end of the coronavirus." Chinese journalist, who covered Wuhan Covid-19 outbreak to face trial China has been criticised for covering up the initial outbreak that hit Wuhan in January. Russia link? US Energy Department targeted, nuclear security 'not impacted' The DHS said hackers reportedly broke into SolarWinds Orion IT products following a recent update as they gained access to internal communications. EU countries can ban ritual slaughter to promote animal welfare, court rules The decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) followed a legal challenge by Jewish and Muslim associations to a Flemish government prohibition on the killing of animals without prior non-lethal (also called reversible) stunning in 2017. 'We will win war in future through indigenous weapons': CDS Bipin Rawat Speaking at the DRDO here, General Rawat said, "For the past few years, DRDO has helped the armed forces to become self-reliant to face the emerging challenges ahead of the country. 'Historic victory': Switzerland's parliament approves same-sex marriage Switzerland is one of the few European countries where same-sex marriage is not legal. It is at the 25th position in terms of human rights for the LGBT community. Scientists discover 'previously unrecognised' water ice reservoir on Mars The study ties in with other research on the history and current presence of water on Mars. NASA shared a 'treasure map' of water ice deposits on Mars in 2019. US warns Pacific islands about Chinese bid for undersea cable project: Sources Undersea cables, which have far greater data capacity than satellites, have emerged as a sensitive area of diplomacy in the Pacific, given their central role in international communications. Six people in South Korea die of COVID while waiting for hospital beds The country recorded 1,062 new cases on Friday, making it the first time South Korea has continuously reported more than 1,000 cases. UK's Priti Patel accuses Tory MP of COVID-19 lockdown breach A senior Tory MP, Tobias Ellwood, attended an event at the Cavalry and Guards Club on Tuesday in London.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-emmanuel-macron-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-350432">French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-state-violated-human-rights-in-lockdown-to-control-covid-19-spread-report-350492" hreflang="en">Australian state violated human rights in lockdown to control Covid-19 spread: Report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/conspiracy-crackdown-twitter-to-scrub-posts-claiming-covid-19-vaccines-cause-harm-350494" hreflang="en">'Conspiracy crackdown': Twitter to scrub posts claiming COVID-19 vaccines ‘cause harm’</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hungary-amends-constitution-to-redefine-family-limits-gay-adoption-350376" hreflang="en">Hungary amends constitution to redefine family, limits gay adoption</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus 'Europe's moment': COVID-19 vaccination to begin on December 27 across EU Alaska healthcare work

French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus 'Europe's moment': COVID-19 vaccination to begin on December 27 across EU Alaska healthcare worker suffers an allergic reaction to Covid-19 vaccine, Pfizer to assess the report Trump doesn't need to find a new job, he is not going to leave the scene: Putin Australian state violated human rights in lockdown to control Covid-19 spread: Report 'Conspiracy crackdown': Twitter to scrub posts claiming COVID-19 vaccines ‘cause harm’ Eight Hong Kong activists charged for security law protest Putin says will get vaccine when possible; won't comment on Covid-19 source Elon Musk triggers Twitter spat after branding gender pronouns an ‘esthetic nightmare’ Hungary amends constitution to redefine family, limits gay adoption

Top 10 world news today: Macron contracts COVID-19, Europe vaccination and more

As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a> emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of&nbsp;forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modernas-covid-19-vaccine-shows-no-specific-safety-concerns-says-us-fda-349983" hreflang="en">Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine shows 'no specific safety concerns', says US FDA</a>

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Moderna is the second vaccine the FDA has considered, behind one from Pfizer Inc. and Germany's BioNTech, which was authorized last week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-reports-of-forced-labour-in-xinjiangs-cotton-farms-349955">China denies reports of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms</a>

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The Centre for Global Policy in its report said: "Evidence shows that in 2018, three Uighur regions alone mobilized at least 570,000 persons into cotton-picking operations."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/face-shields-and-visors-can-spread-coronavirus-study-349974">Face shields and visors can spread coronavirus: Study</a>

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While these visors and shields are more comfortable, the plain-designed medical/surgical masks or the thick-clothed masks are better equipped to protect.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-police-protest-against-emmanuel-macrons-security-bill-349952">French police protest against Emmanuel Macron's security bill</a>

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These protests were organised to denounce Macron's recent hit at the local police alleging them of being harsher and questioning their policing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-drug-agency-anvisa-accuses-china-of-being-ambiguous-on-covid-19-vaccine-emergency-use-349963">Brazil accuses China of being ambiguous on vaccine emergency use</a>

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CoronaVac, produced by the Chinese private laboratory Sinovac in collaboration with the Butantan Institute of Sao Paulo, has been the subject of heated political debate in Brazil.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-develop-coronavirus-risk-calculator-to-determine-who-should-get-vaccine-first-349954" hreflang="en">Scientists develop coronavirus risk calculator to determine who should get vaccine first</a>

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The coronavirus mortality risk calculator assesses its results&nbsp;by analysing sociodemographic and pre-existing conditions for the population in a country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boko-haram-claims-responsibility-for-abducting-hundreds-of-students-in-nigeria-349967" hreflang="en">Boko Haram claims responsibility for abducting hundreds of students in Nigeria</a>

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'I am Abubakar Shekau and our brothers are behind the kidnapping in Katsina,' a voice recording from Boko Haram claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/takahiro-shiraishi-japans-twitter-killer-sentenced-to-death-for-nine-murders-349922" hreflang="en">Takahiro Shiraishi: Japan's 'Twitter killer' sentenced to death for nine murders</a>

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Takahiro Shiraishi, 30, dubbed the "Twitter killer", was arrested in 2017 after body parts were found in his flat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-targeted-americans-via-caribbean-phone-networks-report-349972" hreflang="en">China targeted Americans via Caribbean phone networks: Report</a>

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In 2018, two major mobile networks - China Mobile and China Unicom targeted US mobile users in significant volumes, the Threat Intelligence Report said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/post-covid-choices-can-hinder-human-progress-un-report-349936" hreflang="en">Post COVID choices can hinder human progress: UN Report</a>

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Coronavirus pandemic has massively affected millions of lives all around the world and has led to major food and humanitarian crisis.

As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on coronavirus vaccine emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms.

As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on coronavirus vaccine emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms. Click on the headlines to read more Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine shows 'no specific safety concerns', says US FDA Moderna is the second vaccine the FDA has considered, behind one from Pfizer Inc. and Germany's BioNTech, which was authorized last week. China denies reports of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms The Centre for Global Policy in its report said: "Evidence shows that in 2018, three Uighur regions alone mobilized at least 570,000 persons into cotton-picking operations." Face shields and visors can spread coronavirus: Study While these visors and shields are more comfortable, the plain-designed medical/surgical masks or the thick-clothed masks are better equipped to protect. French police protest against Emmanuel Macron's security bill These protests were organised to denounce Macron's recent hit at the local police alleging them of being harsher and questioning their policing. Brazil accuses China of being ambiguous on vaccine emergency use CoronaVac, produced by the Chinese private laboratory Sinovac in collaboration with the Butantan Institute of Sao Paulo, has been the subject of heated political debate in Brazil. Scientists develop coronavirus risk calculator to determine who should get vaccine first The coronavirus mortality risk calculator assesses its results by analysing sociodemographic and pre-existing conditions for the population in a country. Boko Haram claims responsibility for abducting hundreds of students in Nigeria 'I am Abubakar Shekau and our brothers are behind the kidnapping in Katsina,' a voice recording from Boko Haram claimed. Takahiro Shiraishi: Japan's 'Twitter killer' sentenced to death for nine murders Takahiro Shiraishi, 30, dubbed the "Twitter killer", was arrested in 2017 after body parts were found in his flat. China targeted Americans via Caribbean phone networks: Report In 2018, two major mobile networks - China Mobile and China Unicom targeted US mobile users in significant volumes, the Threat Intelligence Report said. Post COVID choices can hinder human progress: UN Report Coronavirus pandemic has massively affected millions of lives all around the world and has led to major food and humanitarian crisis.

Top 10 world news today: China targeted Americans, Moderna vaccine's safety, and more

The&nbsp;European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen&nbsp;has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed&nbsp;Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin. While the political environment is getting tensed throughout the world, Singapore has given approval to&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, and Russia's Sputnik V vaccine has once again shown 91.4% effective rate.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/satisfied-with-movement-in-brexit-talks-eu-chief-ursula-von-der-leyen-349742" hreflang="en">Satisfied with movement in Brexit talks: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen</a>

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'First of all there is movement. That is good... We are talking about a new beginning with old friends,' EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-was-poisoned-by-russias-spy-agency-report-349756">Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Russia's spy agency: Report</a>

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The squad, which was working with FSB spy agency, was tracking Navalny since 2017 and the operation began when he decided to run against President Vladimir Putin in presidential elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fundamental-change-mike-pompeo-says-sudan-no-longer-on-list-of-terror-sponsors-349740">'Fundamental change': Mike Pompeo says Sudan no longer on list of terror sponsors</a>

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The move comes after a 45-day Congressional review period following US President Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to remove Sudan from the list, which was swiftly followed by the announcement that Israel and Sudan intend to normalise relations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-us-condemn-irans-execution-of-dissident-journalist-349766">UN, US condemn Iran's execution of dissident journalist</a>

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The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the execution, describing it 'unjust' and 'barbaric'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-fines-alibaba-tencent-under-anti-monopoly-law-349697">China fines Alibaba, Tencent under anti-monopoly law</a>

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The punishments come after controllers a month ago announced their goal to expand examination of China's biggest tech companies with the new enemy of syndication rules.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-covid-19-vaccine-sputnik-v-shows-914-efficacy-rate-again-scientists-349767" hreflang="en">Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik V, shows 91.4% efficacy rate again: Scientists</a>

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The data revealed by Russian scientists claim the shot of Sputnik V has again shown 91.4 per cent effectivity.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/monday-blues-google-drive-gmail-youtube-face-downtime-twitter-reacts-349730" hreflang="en">Monday blues: Google Drive, Gmail, YouTube face downtime; Twitter reacts</a>

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Several users complained about the entire GSuite crashing down along with YouTube.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boko-haram-claims-responsibility-of-murdering-27-villagers-in-niger-349725" hreflang="en">Boko Haram claims responsibility of murdering 27 villagers in Niger</a>

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'We carried out the attack with the power of Allah and His help,' the video claims.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-approves-pfizer-biontech-virus-vaccine-349764" hreflang="en">Singapore approves Pfizer-BioNTech virus vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/11/173609-pfizer11.jpg?itok=4f1T1I8z" />Singapore hopes to have enough vaccines for its 5.7 million population by the third quarter of 2021, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said.

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The European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin.

The European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin. While the political environment is getting tensed throughout the world, Singapore has given approval to Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, and Russia's Sputnik V vaccine has once again shown 91.4% effective rate. Click on headlines to read more Satisfied with movement in Brexit talks: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen 'First of all there is movement. That is good... We are talking about a new beginning with old friends,' EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said. Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Russia's spy agency: Report The squad, which was working with FSB spy agency, was tracking Navalny since 2017 and the operation began when he decided to run against President Vladimir Putin in presidential elections. 'Fundamental change': Mike Pompeo says Sudan no longer on list of terror sponsors The move comes after a 45-day Congressional review period following US President Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to remove Sudan from the list, which was swiftly followed by the announcement that Israel and Sudan intend to normalise relations. UN, US condemn Iran's execution of dissident journalist The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the execution, describing it 'unjust' and 'barbaric'. China fines Alibaba, Tencent under anti-monopoly law The punishments come after controllers a month ago announced their goal to expand examination of China's biggest tech companies with the new enemy of syndication rules. Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik V, shows 91.4% efficacy rate again: Scientists The data revealed by Russian scientists claim the shot of Sputnik V has again shown 91.4 per cent effectivity. Monday blues: Google Drive, Gmail, YouTube face downtime; Twitter reacts Several users complained about the entire GSuite crashing down along with YouTube. Boko Haram claims responsibility of murdering 27 villagers in Niger 'We carried out the attack with the power of Allah and His help,' the video claims. Singapore approves Pfizer-BioNTech virus vaccine Singapore hopes to have enough vaccines for its 5.7 million population by the third quarter of 2021, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said. Arab Spring's 10th anniversary: What was 21st century's biggest movement all about?

Top 10 world news today: EU chief satisfied with Brexit talks, Sputnik V 91.4% effective, and more

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson&nbsp;and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure. On the other hand, US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a> has once again lost a legal battle ad the&nbsp;US Supreme Court cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and announce <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> as the next President.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-set-to-deliver-600-million-covid-19-vaccine-shots-over-6-8-months-report-349186">India set to deliver 600 million COVID-19 vaccine shots: Report</a>

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Over the next six to eight months, India will attempt to deliver 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines using its expansive election machinery.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-international-aid-convoy-arrives-in-tigray-report-349272">First international aid convoy arrives in Tigray: Report&nbsp;</a>

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There have been numerous call from around the world for Ethiopian government to step-up its efforts to help civilians many of whom are facing shortage of food, water and medicines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-leader-rizieq-shihab-turns-himself-in-for-violating-covid-19-restrictions-349318">Indonesia leader turns himself in for violating COVID-19 restrictions</a>

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Rizieq&nbsp;Shihab walked to the Jakarta police without any hesitations for questioning of accusations of bypassing all coronavirus restrictions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-puts-northern-city-in-lockdown-after-two-local-infections-349313" hreflang="en">China puts northern city in lockdown after two local infections</a>

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There was one new case each in Dongning and Suifenhe, which both sit on the country's border with Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-media-mogul-jimmy-lai-produced-in-court-on-national-security-charge-349307">Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai produced in court on national security charge</a>

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Jimmy Lai He has been accused of colluding with foreign countries by calling on overseas governments to sanction Hong Kong and China in response to the crackdown on pro-democracy activism in the city.

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While his lawyers hailed it to be a 'dynamic takedown', other police officers disagreed with the excessive usage of force and some also labelled it as 'worst use of force'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/legal-disgrace-says-trump-as-us-supreme-court-gives-final-blow-to-his-election-fraud-claims-349279" hreflang="en">'Legal disgrace', says Trump as US Supreme Court gives final blow to his election fraud claims</a>

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The decision by US Supreme Court has cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and formally certify Joe Biden's victory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/situation-worsens-mexican-photojournalist-killed-after-investigating-crime-scene-349267" hreflang="en">Situation worsens: Mexican photojournalist killed after investigating crime scene</a>

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The death toll of journalists in Mexico has now increased to nine after a photojournalist was shot dead for merely doing his job.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brexit-deal-hangs-in-balance-johnson-says-failure-very-likely-349247" hreflang="en">Brexit deal hangs in balance; Johnson says failure 'very likely'</a>

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have given their negotiators until Sunday before a decision is made on whether to keep talking or give up.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/california-joins-us-govt-to-bring-antitrust-lawsuit-against-google-349241" hreflang="en">California joins US govt to bring antitrust lawsuit against Google</a>

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California will join the US government and 11 other states in bringing lawsuits against Google for abusing its market dominance.

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure.

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure. On the other hand, US President Donald Trump has once again lost a legal battle ad the US Supreme Court cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and announce Joe Biden as the next President. India set to deliver 600 million COVID-19 vaccine shots: Report Over the next six to eight months, India will attempt to deliver 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines using its expansive election machinery. First international aid convoy arrives in Tigray: Report There have been numerous call from around the world for Ethiopian government to step-up its efforts to help civilians many of whom are facing shortage of food, water and medicines. Indonesia leader turns himself in for violating COVID-19 restrictions Rizieq Shihab walked to the Jakarta police without any hesitations for questioning of accusations of bypassing all coronavirus restrictions. China puts northern city in lockdown after two local infections There was one new case each in Dongning and Suifenhe, which both sit on the country's border with Russia. Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai produced in court on national security charge Jimmy Lai He has been accused of colluding with foreign countries by calling on overseas governments to sanction Hong Kong and China in response to the crackdown on pro-democracy activism in the city. Canadian officer found guilty for attacking Black woman by 'judo-style' throw While his lawyers hailed it to be a 'dynamic takedown', other police officers disagreed with the excessive usage of force and some also labelled it as 'worst use of force'. 'Legal disgrace', says Trump as US Supreme Court gives final blow to his election fraud claims The decision by US Supreme Court has cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and formally certify Joe Biden's victory. Situation worsens: Mexican photojournalist killed after investigating crime scene The death toll of journalists in Mexico has now increased to nine after a photojournalist was shot dead for merely doing his job. Brexit deal hangs in balance; Johnson says failure 'very likely' Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have given their negotiators until Sunday before a decision is made on whether to keep talking or give up. California joins US govt to bring antitrust lawsuit against Google California will join the US government and 11 other states in bringing lawsuits against Google for abusing its market dominance.

Top 10 world news today: Brexit's possible failure, Trump's legal defeat, and more

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-to-test-combining-covid-19-vaccine-with-russian-shot-349047" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca to test combining COVID-19 vaccine with Russian shot</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-says-deeply-concerned-after-hong-kongs-jimmy-lai-charged-349104" hreflang="en">UK says 'deeply concerned' after Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai charged</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-situation-in-us-may-become-normal-by-summer-or-fall-says-dr-fauci-349009" hreflang="en">Coronavirus situation in US may become normal by summer or fall, says Dr Fauci</a>

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Hezbollah's Salim Ayyash convicted in ex-Lebanon PM Rafik Hariri's murder Joe Biden and Kamala Harris named Time 'Person of the Year' Chinese citizen journalist who uncovered COVID-19 'restrained and fed by tube' Jair Bolsonaro says 'tail end' of pandemic in sight for Brazil Can Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine lead to infertility?

Hezbollah's Salim Ayyash convicted in ex-Lebanon PM Rafik Hariri's murder Joe Biden and Kamala Harris named Time 'Person of the Year' Chinese citizen journalist who uncovered COVID-19 'restrained and fed by tube' Jair Bolsonaro says 'tail end' of pandemic in sight for Brazil Can Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine lead to infertility? Experts have this to say AstraZeneca to test combining COVID-19 vaccine with Russian shot Wuhan virus: 10 steps on how to be China and make most of the pandemic Taiwan launches new coast guard ships amid rising tensions with China UK says 'deeply concerned' after Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai charged Coronavirus situation in US may become normal by summer or fall, says Dr Fauci

Top 10 world news today: Killer of Lebanon's Hariri sentenced to life and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-revokes-visa-exemptions-for-us-diplomats-visiting-hong-kong-macau-348888" hreflang="en">China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats visiting Hong Kong, Macau</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/azerbaijans-struggle-will-continue-on-many-other-fronts-says-erdogan-during-military-parade-348859">Azerbaijan's struggle will continue on many other fronts: Erdogan</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-medicines-agency-hacking-pfizer-biontech-confirm-vaccine-documents-unlawfully-accessed-348845">Euro agency hacking: Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine documents 'unlawfully accessed'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bird-flu-outbreak-in-japan-worsens-over-2-million-chickens-culled-348860">Bird flu outbreak in Japan worsens, over 2 million chickens culled</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-push-towards-helium-could-present-geopolitical-risk-of-threats-to-supply-report-348821" hreflang="en">Russia's push towards helium could present 'geopolitical risk of threats to supply': Report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-faces-lawsuits-that-could-force-sale-of-instagram-whatsapp-348713">Facebook faces lawsuits that could force sale of Instagram, WhatsApp</a>

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China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats visiting Hong Kong, Macau Azerbaijan's struggle will continue on many other fronts: Erdogan Euro agency hacking: 

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Top 10 world news today: China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats, Pfizer documents hacked and more

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-says-sinopharm-vaccine-has-86-efficacy-against-covid-19-348511" hreflang="en">UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19</a>

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UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM

UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM Kim Jong-un's sister threatens Seoul over questioning zero coronavirus claim US cybersecurity company FireEye discloses breach; media blames Russian hackers Someone stole radio from 'doomsday jet', Russia's nuclear attack-proof aircraft Leaked list gives insight into detention system in China's Xinjiang, report says Countries like China and Saudi Arabia used COVID-19 to curtail civil liberties, finds study UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19 Trump signs executive order prioritising COVID-19 vaccine for Americans As western countries hoard vaccines, 9 out of 10 in low-income countries to miss out

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-appoints-first-african-american-secretary-of-defense-of-us-348231" hreflang="en">Joe Biden appoints first African-American secretary of defense of US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aliens-exist-but-in-hiding-until-mankind-is-ready-says-ex-israeli-space-head-348239" hreflang="en">Aliens exist but in hiding, until mankind is ready, says ex-Israeli space head</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-make-facebook-google-pay-news-outlets-for-content-348266" hreflang="en">Australia to make Facebook, Google pay news outlets for content</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-expects-halal-certificate-for-an-experimental-vaccine-348330" hreflang="en">Indonesia expects halal certificate for an experimental vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-blasts-crazy-us-sanctions-over-hong-kong-vows-firm-countermeasures-348332" hreflang="en">China blasts 'crazy' US sanctions over Hong Kong; vows 'firm countermeasures'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-announces-another-arms-sale-to-taiwan-china-threatens-countermeasures-348352" hreflang="en">Trump administration announces another arms sale to Taiwan; China threatens 'countermeasures'</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus inoculation begins, US slaps sanctions on China, and more

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. On the other hand, Valery Solovey, the Russian man who spread news of Putin's ill health, has been arrested on Tuesday. Towards Asia, China has now started rolling out Digital yuan worth $3 million. In India, while the COVID-19 is still an extreme threat, more than 340 people were admitted in hospitals in a&nbsp;southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh after being infected by a 'mysterious disease'.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-military-bases-vulnerable-to-attack-indefensible-during-war-report-348120" hreflang="en">Military bases in South China Sea 'vulnerable to attack': Report</a>

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China claims 90 per cent of the potentially energy-rich South China Sea, but Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam each claim parts of it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-will-sell-arms-to-egypt-despite-human-rights-track-record-macron-348148">France will sell arms to Egypt despite human rights track record: Macron</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that he would provide arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/valery-solovey-russian-pundit-who-raised-concerns-about-putins-health-arrested-348114">Valery Solovey: Russian pundit who raised concerns about Putin's health, arrested</a>

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Solovey has been the source of a series of increasingly outlandish claims in recent months about Vladimir Putin, with him alleging as early as 2016 that the president would imminently stand down on health.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-digital-yuan-worth-3-million-now-being-rolled-out-marking-a-global-first-348119">China: Digital yuan worth $3 million now being rolled out</a>

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China is also set to begin the trials of its digital currency in the city of Suzhou, which lies about 65 miles west of Shanghai.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-speeding-up-review-of-pfizer-astrazeneca-covid-19-vaccines-report-348139">India is speeding up review of Pfizer, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: Report</a>

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On Monday, the Serum Institute of India - the world’s largest vaccine producer by volume - applied for emergency use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-monolith-found-on-english-island-similar-to-ones-in-romania-us-348041" hreflang="en">Now monolith found on English island, similar to ones in Romania, US</a>

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A monolith has been found on the Isle of Wight in England which is similar to the ones discovered in the United States and Romania. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/348136" hreflang="en">Scientists believe they have discovered Alaska’s Yellowstone ‘super volcano’</a>

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As per&nbsp;their predictions, Alaska's Aleutian Arc, the line of islands stretching across the Bering Sea towards Russia's coast, could be harbouring a monster on the scale of Yellowstone's mighty supervolcano.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-to-make-first-trip-from-vatican-to-iraq-in-march-2021-348143" hreflang="en">Pope Francis to make first trip from Vatican to Iraq in March 2021</a>

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As of now, the trip has been planned for March 5-8 but a set plan will soon be released by the officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/andhra-pradesh-mystery-disease-hospitalisation-tally-jumps-to-347-348031" hreflang="en">Andhra Pradesh mystery disease: Hospitalisation tally jumps to 347</a>

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The city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is struggling to contain this mysterious disease&nbsp;that has taken the life of one person and has hospitalised 292 other people as of Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/five-dead-in-pakistan-covid-19-hospital-due-to-oxygen-deficiency-staff-suspended-348121" hreflang="en">Five dead in Pak COVID-19 hospital due to oxygen deficiency; staff suspended</a>

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The oxygen disruption has affected nearly 200 people in the hospital, of which 100 were patients being treated for COVID-19.

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record.

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. On the other hand, Valery Solovey, the Russian man who spread news of Putin's ill health, has been arrested on Tuesday. Towards Asia, China has now started rolling out Digital yuan worth $3 million. In India, while the COVID-19 is still an extreme threat, more than 340 people were admitted in hospitals in a southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh after being infected by a 'mysterious disease'. Click on the headlines to read more Military bases in South China Sea 'vulnerable to attack': Report China claims 90 per cent of the potentially energy-rich South China Sea, but Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam each claim parts of it. France will sell arms to Egypt despite human rights track record: Macron French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that he would provide arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. Valery Solovey: Russian pundit who raised concerns about Putin's health, arrested Solovey has been the source of a series of increasingly outlandish claims in recent months about Vladimir Putin, with him alleging as early as 2016 that the president would imminently stand down on health. China: Digital yuan worth $3 million now being rolled out China is also set to begin the trials of its digital currency in the city of Suzhou, which lies about 65 miles west of Shanghai. India is speeding up review of Pfizer, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: Report On Monday, the Serum Institute of India - the world’s largest vaccine producer by volume - applied for emergency use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine. Now monolith found on English island, similar to ones in Romania, US A monolith has been found on the Isle of Wight in England which is similar to the ones discovered in the United States and Romania. Scientists believe they have discovered Alaska’s Yellowstone ‘super volcano’ As per their predictions, Alaska's Aleutian Arc, the line of islands stretching across the Bering Sea towards Russia's coast, could be harbouring a monster on the scale of Yellowstone's mighty supervolcano. Pope Francis to make first trip from Vatican to Iraq in March 2021 As of now, the trip has been planned for March 5-8 but a set plan will soon be released by the officials. Andhra Pradesh mystery disease: Hospitalisation tally jumps to 347 The city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is struggling to contain this mysterious disease that has taken the life of one person and has hospitalised 292 other people as of Sunday. Five dead in Pak COVID-19 hospital due to oxygen deficiency; staff suspended The oxygen disruption has affected nearly 200 people in the hospital, of which 100 were patients being treated for COVID-19.

Top 10 world news today: France to sell arms to Egypt, another monolith found & more

The&nbsp;US&nbsp;President-elect&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>'s team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron. While France was observing clashes between and police, Germany had to conduct mass evacuation after a World War II bomb was found in Frankfurt.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-spy-agencies-to-meet-biden-team-after-facing-accusations-of-non-cooperation-347914" hreflang="en">Pentagon spy agencies to meet Biden team after accusations of non-cooperation</a>

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Pentagon was at the receiving end of allegations of non-cooperation in light of Donald Trump's continued reluctance for conceding elections and comprehensively co-operate with Joe Biden's transition team.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-calls-abraham-accords-an-opportunity-for-palestinians-347953">Israel calls Abraham Accords an 'opportunity' for Palestinians</a>

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The Abraham Accords, through which UAE and Bahrain broke decades of Arab consensus were decried by Palestinian leaders as a "stab in the back".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-police-arrest-95-demonstrators-amid-protests-against-national-security-law-347939">France: Police arrest 95 demonstrators amid protests against security law</a>

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After day-long protest, the French police arrested 95 people across the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mass-evacuation-takes-place-in-frankfurt-after-wwii-bomb-spotted-at-construction-site-347945">Mass evacuation takes place in Frankfurt after WWII bomb spotted</a>

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Nearly 13,000 locals were evacuated in German's financial capital on Sunday&nbsp;after a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) British bomb from the period of World War II was found on a construction site.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-food-programme-warns-2021-will-bring-catastrophic-humanitarian-crisis-347960">World Food Programme warns 2021 will bring 'catastrophic' humanitarian crisis</a>

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As per the experts, 2021 can be one of the worst years human beings have seen in almost a century with fears of&nbsp;extreme starvation and famine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-hospitals-see-40-more-covid-19-patients-than-first-wave-hospitals-struggle-347956" hreflang="en">German hospitals see 40% more COVID-19 patients than first wave; hospitals struggle</a>

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Some hospitals have also claimed to have a full-bed attendance in their ICU wards for almost a week now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-minister-arrested-over-covid-aid-bribes-347928" hreflang="en">Indonesia minister arrested over COVID aid bribes</a>

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Officials allege that Batubara received more than USD 1 million from two contractors who were appointed to supply basic food packages for people hit by coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biggest-crisis-south-korea-tightens-covid-19-restrictions-amid-record-high-surge-347930" hreflang="en">'Biggest crisis': South Korea tightens COVID-19 restrictions amid record high surge</a>

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'We are facing the biggest crisis in our fight against Covid-19,' said Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun to South Korea locals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/amid-worsening-feud-with-prachanda-nepal-pm-oli-skips-party-meet-347947" hreflang="en">Amid worsening feud with Prachanda, Nepal PM Oli skips party meet</a>

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As per reports, the standing committee was going to discuss corruption allegations against Oli levelled by the Prachanda camp in the meeting on Sunday. This may have resulted in renewed demands for Oli's resignation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/un-chief-extends-support-to-farmers-protest-in-india-347867" hreflang="en">UN chief extends support to farmers protest in India</a>

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Thousands of farmers are demonstrating from several days at border areas of the national capital against three farm laws that were approved in September.

The US President-elect Joe Biden's team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron.

The US President-elect Joe Biden's team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron. While France was observing clashes between and police, Germany had to conduct mass evacuation after a World War II bomb was found in Frankfurt. Pentagon spy agencies to meet Biden team after accusations of non-cooperation Pentagon was at the receiving end of allegations of non-cooperation in light of Donald Trump's continued reluctance for conceding elections and comprehensively co-operate with Joe Biden's transition team. Israel calls Abraham Accords an 'opportunity' for Palestinians The Abraham Accords, through which UAE and Bahrain broke decades of Arab consensus were decried by Palestinian leaders as a "stab in the back". France: Police arrest 95 demonstrators amid protests against security law After day-long protest, the French police arrested 95 people across the country. Mass evacuation takes place in Frankfurt after WWII bomb spotted Nearly 13,000 locals were evacuated in German's financial capital on Sunday after a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) British bomb from the period of World War II was found on a construction site. World Food Programme warns 2021 will bring 'catastrophic' humanitarian crisis As per the experts, 2021 can be one of the worst years human beings have seen in almost a century with fears of extreme starvation and famine. German hospitals see 40% more COVID-19 patients than first wave; hospitals struggle Some hospitals have also claimed to have a full-bed attendance in their ICU wards for almost a week now. Indonesia minister arrested over COVID aid bribes Officials allege that Batubara received more than USD 1 million from two contractors who were appointed to supply basic food packages for people hit by coronavirus pandemic. 'Biggest crisis': South Korea tightens COVID-19 restrictions amid record high surge 'We are facing the biggest crisis in our fight against Covid-19,' said Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun to South Korea locals. Amid worsening feud with Prachanda, Nepal PM Oli skips party meet As per reports, the standing committee was going to discuss corruption allegations against Oli levelled by the Prachanda camp in the meeting on Sunday. This may have resulted in renewed demands for Oli's resignation. UN chief extends support to farmers protest in India Thousands of farmers are demonstrating from several days at border areas of the national capital against three farm laws that were approved in September.

Top 10 world news today: Biden to meet Pentagon spies, experts warn 'catastrophic' 2021, and more

The global <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon. The&nbsp;US&nbsp;President-elect&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has asked Dr. Anthony Fauci to continue serving in the COVID-19 response team. Fauci also hit the news for calling alleging the UK of ;rushing' to approve the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>, and later apologised for his statements.

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The number of infections due to the virus has crossed over 14.1 million in the United States as the CDS issued warning for Americans not to travel during Christmas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-hope-france-will-get-rid-of-macron-says-turkey-president-erdogan-347552">I hope France will get rid of Macron, says Turkey President Erdogan</a>

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Ties between Turkey and France, both NATO members, have been particularly tense in recent months over policy differences on Syria and the publishing of caricatures about Prophet Mohammad in France.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pfizer-ceo-not-certain-if-coronavirus-vaccine-will-prevent-transmission-347495">Pfizer CEO 'not certain' if coronavirus vaccine will prevent transmission</a>

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Pfizer Inc's CEO Albert Bourla's&nbsp;response was one of the highlights before the special was released before special, just days after the UK became the world’s first country to give formal authorisation to Pfizer-BioNTech’s mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine for mass rollout.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/proposed-us-sanctions-on-nord-stream-2-pipeline-is-unfair-competition-russia-347540">Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia</a>

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Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-says-his-son-hunters-business-dealings-will-be-kept-away-from-presidency-347506">Biden says his son Hunter’s business dealings will not conflict with his role</a>

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According to a US Senate Committee report, Joe Biden's son Hunter was paid $50,000 a month to serve as the board of Burisma which is a Ukrainian natural gas company with a corrupt owner while his father was the US vice president during the Obama administration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-turns-on-its-nuclear-powered-artificial-sun-347548">China turns on its nuclear powered 'artificial Sun'</a>

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The 'artificial Sun' uses a powerful magnetic field to fuse hot plasma that can attain a temperature of 150 million degrees Celsius, said People's Daily. This is ten times hotter than the core of the actual Sun.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nsa-whistleblower-edward-snowden-urges-trump-to-grant-clemency-to-wikileaks-julian-assange-347482" hreflang="en">NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden urges Trump to grant clemency to Assange</a>

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The request from Snowden came as Assange sits in a UK jail anticipating an adjudicator's decision, planned for January, on his removal to the US to confront an 18-check arraignment for supposed undercover work and connivance to submit hacking.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senior-chinese-diplomat-blames-australian-pm-morrison-for-overreacting-on-afghan-tweet-347467" hreflang="en">Senior Chinese diplomat blames Aus PM for 'overreacting' on Afghan tweet</a>

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Australian PM Scott Morrison described a tweet by Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian as 'repugnant', 'outrageous' and 'appalling'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anthony-fauci-backtracks-on-uk-vaccine-comments-apologises-for-misunderstanding-347555" hreflang="en">Anthony Fauci backtracks on UK vaccine comments; apologises for 'misunderstanding'</a>

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'I did not mean to imply any sloppiness even though it came out that way, said Dr. Anthony Fauci after criticising UK's approval of COVID-19 vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/proposed-us-sanctions-on-nord-stream-2-pipeline-is-unfair-competition-russia-347540" hreflang="en">Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia</a>

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Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

The global coronavirus infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon.

The global coronavirus infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon. The US President-elect Joe Biden has asked Dr. Anthony Fauci to continue serving in the COVID-19 response team. Fauci also hit the news for calling alleging the UK of ;rushing' to approve the coronavirus vaccine, and later apologised for his statements. Click on the headline to read the full story. As nations plan vaccine rollout, global COVID-19 cases top 65 million The number of infections due to the virus has crossed over 14.1 million in the United States as the CDS issued warning for Americans not to travel during Christmas. I hope France will get rid of Macron, says Turkey President Erdogan Ties between Turkey and France, both NATO members, have been particularly tense in recent months over policy differences on Syria and the publishing of caricatures about Prophet Mohammad in France. Pfizer CEO 'not certain' if coronavirus vaccine will prevent transmission Pfizer Inc's CEO Albert Bourla's response was one of the highlights before the special was released before special, just days after the UK became the world’s first country to give formal authorisation to Pfizer-BioNTech’s mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine for mass rollout. Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline. Biden says his son Hunter’s business dealings will not conflict with his role According to a US Senate Committee report, Joe Biden's son Hunter was paid $50,000 a month to serve as the board of Burisma which is a Ukrainian natural gas company with a corrupt owner while his father was the US vice president during the Obama administration. China turns on its nuclear powered 'artificial Sun' The 'artificial Sun' uses a powerful magnetic field to fuse hot plasma that can attain a temperature of 150 million degrees Celsius, said People's Daily. This is ten times hotter than the core of the actual Sun. NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden urges Trump to grant clemency to Assange The request from Snowden came as Assange sits in a UK jail anticipating an adjudicator's decision, planned for January, on his removal to the US to confront an 18-check arraignment for supposed undercover work and connivance to submit hacking. Senior Chinese diplomat blames Aus PM for 'overreacting' on Afghan tweet Australian PM Scott Morrison described a tweet by Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian as 'repugnant', 'outrageous' and 'appalling'. Anthony Fauci backtracks on UK vaccine comments; apologises for 'misunderstanding' 'I did not mean to imply any sloppiness even though it came out that way, said Dr. Anthony Fauci after criticising UK's approval of COVID-19 vaccine. Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

Top 10 world news today: China's artifical sun, Fauci's comments on COVID-19 vaccine and more

Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-becomes-first-country-to-approve-pfizer-biontech-covid-vaccine-for-general-use-346858" hreflang="en">UK becomes first country to approve Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine for general use</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/court-hearing-begins-in-sexual-harassment-case-marking-chinas-metoo-movement-346839" hreflang="en">Court hearing begins in sexual harassment case marking China's MeToo movement</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-cdc-to-shorten-covid-19-quarantine-to-10-days-346830" hreflang="en">US CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-pm-acquitted-of-ethics-breach-wins-crucial-legal-battle-346890" hreflang="en">Thai PM acquitted of ethics breach, wins crucial legal battle</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-approves-free-covid-19-vaccines-to-all-its-residents-346899" hreflang="en">Japan approves free COVID-19 vaccines to all its residents</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uk-approves-pfizers-covid-19-vaccine-eu-warns-against-rushed-authorisation-346916" hreflang="en">After UK approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, EU warns against rushed authorisation</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-do-that-eu-member-states-to-brexit-negotiator-on-rushing-a-deal-with-britain-346945" hreflang="en">Don't do that: EU member states to Brexit negotiator on rushing a deal with Britain</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-how-we-do-things-british-pm-boris-johnson-on-rumours-of-compulsory-vaccination-346954" hreflang="en">'Not how we do things': British PM Boris Johnson on rumours of compulsory vaccination</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/wion-dispatch-galwan-incident-planned-by-chinese-govt-in-june-2020-says-top-us-panel-346970" hreflang="en">'Galwan incident planned by Chinese govt in June 2020', says Top US panel</a>

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Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today.

Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today. Click on the headline to read the full story. UK becomes first country to approve Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine for general use Joshua Wong, other Hong Kong activists to be sentenced for taking part in protests Court hearing begins in sexual harassment case marking China's MeToo movement US CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days Thai PM acquitted of ethics breach, wins crucial legal battle Japan approves free COVID-19 vaccines to all its residents After UK approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, EU warns against rushed authorisation Don't do that: EU member states to Brexit negotiator on rushing a deal with Britain 'Not how we do things': British PM Boris Johnson on rumours of compulsory vaccination Watch: 'Galwan incident planned by Chinese govt in June 2020', says Top US panel

Top 10 world news today: UK authorises Pfizer vaccine for use, Japan promises free inoculation for all, and more

Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/car-drives-into-pedestrians-in-germanys-trier-city-2-dead-346736" hreflang="en">Car drives into pedestrians in Germany's Trier city; 2 dead</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wolf-brigade-44-germany-bans-neo-nazi-group-police-raids-homes-of-11-members-346728" hreflang="en">'Wolf Brigade 44': Germany bans neo-Nazi group; police raids homes of 11 members</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-europe-before-the-end-of-2020-pfizer-biontech-files-for-eu-approval-of-coronavirus-vaccine-346707" hreflang="en">'In Europe before the end of 2020': Pfizer-BioNTech files for EU approval of coronavirus vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bank-robbery-like-money-heist-executed-by-thieves-in-brazil-346704" hreflang="en">Bank robbery like Money Heist executed by thieves in Brazil</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-losing-twitter-followers-to-joe-biden-346684" hreflang="en">Donald Trump losing Twitter followers to Joe Biden</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mystery-continues-strange-metal-monolith-now-spotted-in-romania-after-disappearing-from-utah-desert-346664" hreflang="en">Mystery continues: Strange metal monolith now spotted in Romania after disappearing from Utah desert</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-gave-covid-19-vaccine-candidate-to-north-koreas-kim-jong-un-us-analyst-346652" hreflang="en">China gave Covid-19 vaccine candidate to North Korea's Kim Jong Un: US analyst</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deforestation-in-brazils-amazon-skyrockets-to-12-year-high-under-bolsonaro-346653" hreflang="en">Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon skyrockets to 12-year high under Bolsonaro</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-rejects-call-to-remove-chinese-officials-fake-australian-troops-tweet-346649" hreflang="en">Twitter rejects call to remove Chinese official's fake Australian troops tweet</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/indias-serum-institute-reiterates-safety-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-for-covid-19-346724" hreflang="en">India's Serum institute reiterates safety of AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more.

Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story. Car drives into pedestrians in Germany's Trier city; 2 dead 'Wolf Brigade 44': Germany bans neo-Nazi group; police raids homes of 11 members 'In Europe before the end of 2020': Pfizer-BioNTech files for EU approval of coronavirus vaccine Bank robbery like Money Heist executed by thieves in Brazil Donald Trump losing Twitter followers to Joe Biden Mystery continues: Strange metal monolith now spotted in Romania after disappearing from Utah desert China gave Covid-19 vaccine candidate to North Korea's Kim Jong Un: US analyst Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon skyrockets to 12-year high under Bolsonaro Twitter rejects call to remove Chinese official's fake Australian troops tweet Watch: India's Serum institute reiterates safety of AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19

Top 10 world news today: Car drives into pedestrians in Germany, Monolith mystery deepens, and more

Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more. Click on the headline for the complete story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moderna-to-seek-us-and-eu-authorisation-for-its-vaccine-today-346482" hreflang="en">Moderna to seek US and EU authorisation for its vaccine today</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-chief-invites-joe-biden-for-brussels-summit-346476" hreflang="en">NATO chief invites Joe Biden for Brussels summit</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reporting-usage-of-single-use-plastics-to-authorities-now-mandatory-346475" hreflang="en">China: Reporting usage of single-use plastics to authorities now mandatory</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/complex-operation-led-to-killing-of-nuclear-scientist-top-iranian-official-346461" hreflang="en">'Complex operation' led to killing of nuclear scientist: Top Iranian official</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/european-space-agency-has-the-perfect-fix-for-space-junk-a-claw-346460" hreflang="en">European Space Agency has the perfect fix for space junk - a claw!</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/britain-bans-installation-of-new-huawei-5g-equipment-from-september-2021-346456" hreflang="en">Britain bans installation of new Huawei 5G equipment from September 2021</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-loneliest-elephant-kaavan-lands-in-cambodia-receives-warm-welcome-by-cher-346442" hreflang="en">'World's loneliest elephant' Kaavan lands in Cambodia, receives warm welcome by Cher</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-local-media-says-chief-nuclear-scientist-shot-with-remote-controlled-machine-gun-made-in-israel-346427" hreflang="en">Iran: Local media says chief nuclear scientist shot with remote-controlled machine gun made in Israel</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more.

Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more. Click on the headline for the complete story. Moderna to seek US and EU authorisation for its vaccine today NATO chief invites Joe Biden for Brussels summit China: Reporting usage of single-use plastics to authorities now mandatory Nike and Coca-Cola lobby against Xinjiang forced labor bill 'Complex operation' led to killing of nuclear scientist: Top Iranian official European Space Agency has the perfect fix for space junk - a claw! Britain bans installation of new Huawei 5G equipment from September 2021 'World's loneliest elephant' Kaavan lands in Cambodia, receives warm welcome by Cher Iran: Local media says chief nuclear scientist shot with remote-controlled machine gun made in Israel Watch: Migrant crisis in Africa

Top 10 world news today: NATO invites Biden to summit, Moderna to seek vaccine authorisation, and more

Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-us-vows-support-to-philippines-and-vietnam-over-row-with-china-344931" hreflang="en">South China Sea: US vows support to Philippines and Vietnam over row with China</a>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-denies-reports-of-talks-between-crown-prince-salman-and-netanyahu-344925" hreflang="en">Saudi denies reports of talks between Crown Prince Salman and Netanyahu</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-accuses-turkey-of-obstructing-libya-peace-344921" hreflang="en">Germany accuses Turkey of obstructing Libya peace</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-pushes-for-more-regulation-of-live-shows-urges-end-to-money-worship-344912" hreflang="en">China pushes for more regulation of live shows, urges end to 'money worship'</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-warns-france-over-press-freedom-as-it-pushes-security-law-344910" hreflang="en">European Union warns France over press freedom as it pushes security law</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sputnik-v-takes-a-jibe-at-pfizer-moderna-covid-19-vaccine-claims-own-drug-much-cheaper-344895" hreflang="en">Sputnik V takes a jibe at Pfizer, Moderna Covid-19 vaccine prices, claims own drug much cheaper</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unicef-to-ship-2-billion-doses-of-covid-19-vaccines-to-poor-countries-next-year-344855" hreflang="en">UNICEF to ship 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to poor countries next year</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/chinese-president-xi-jinping-pushes-for-qr-code-based-global-travel-system-344847" hreflang="en">Chinese President Xi Jinping pushes for QR code based global travel system</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sees-record-number-of-coronavirus-hospitalisations-for-12th-day-in-a-row-344837" hreflang="en">US sees record number of coronavirus hospitalisations for 12th day in a row</a></h2>

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Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US.

Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US. Click on the headline to read the full story. South China Sea: US vows support to Philippines and Vietnam over row with China Saudi denies reports of talks between Crown Prince Salman and Netanyahu Germany accuses Turkey of obstructing Libya peace China pushes for more regulation of live shows, urges end to 'money worship' European Union warns France over press freedom as it pushes security law Sputnik V takes a jibe at Pfizer, Moderna Covid-19 vaccine prices, claims own drug much cheaper UNICEF to ship 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to poor countries next year Chinese President Xi Jinping pushes for QR code based global travel system US sees record number of coronavirus hospitalisations for 12th day in a row Watch: Coronavirus in the UK

Top 10 world news today: China's Jinping pushes for QR based global travel system, and more

Here are the top 10 world news stories of the day: From Trump's dismissal of election official to a global survey on climate change. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/president-trump-fires-us-election-security-official-who-rejected-fraud-claims-343789" hreflang="en">President Trump fires US election security official who rejected fraud claims&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-prime-minister-boris-johnson-to-ban-petrol-and-diesel-cars-from-2030-343799" hreflang="en">UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to ban petrol and diesel cars from 2030</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/coronavirus-mutations-appearing-in-siberia-russian-scientists-343820" hreflang="en">Coronavirus mutations appearing in Siberia: Russian scientists</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-recalls-all-f16-fighter-jets-after-one-goes-missing-during-training-session-343826" hreflang="en">Taiwan recalls all F16 fighter jets after one goes missing during training session</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-police-includes-hijab-in-uniforms-to-encourage-women-to-join-forces-343875" hreflang="en">New Zealand police includes Hijab in uniforms to encourage women to join forces</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-bomber-jets-penetrate-chinese-air-defence-zone-as-beijings-navy-mounts-massive-exercises-343874" hreflang="en">Two US bomber jets penetrate Chinese air defence zone as Beijing’s navy mounts massive exercises</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/93-brazilians-91-indians-perceive-climate-change-as-severe-survey-reveals-343883" hreflang="en">93% Brazilians, 91% Indians perceive climate change as severe, survey reveals</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-lower-house-of-parliament-approves-bill-to-give-putin-lifetime-immunity-343890" hreflang="en">Russia's lower house of parliament approves bill to give Putin lifetime immunity</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-55-injured-as-thai-anti-government-protesters-clash-with-police-royalists-343896" hreflang="en">At least 55 injured as Thai anti-government protesters clash with police, royalists</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-says-its-troops-marching-on-tigrayan-capital-343897" hreflang="en">Ethiopia says its troops marching on Tigrayan capital</a>

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Here are the top 10 world news stories of the day: From Trump's dismissal of election official to a global survey on climate change. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Here are the top 10 world news stories of the day: From Trump's dismissal of election official to a global survey on climate change. Click on the headline to read the full story. President Trump fires US election security official who rejected fraud claims UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to ban petrol and diesel cars from 2030 Coronavirus mutations appearing in Siberia: Russian scientists Taiwan recalls all F16 fighter jets after one goes missing during training session New Zealand police includes Hijab in uniforms to encourage women to join forces Two US bomber jets penetrate Chinese air defence zone as Beijing’s navy mounts massive exercises 93% Brazilians, 91% Indians perceive climate change as severe, survey reveals Russia's lower house of parliament approves bill to give Putin lifetime immunity At least 55 injured as Thai anti-government protesters clash with police, royalists Ethiopia says its troops marching on Tigrayan capital

Top 10 world news today: Trump fires election officer, protests in Thailand soar, and more

Top 10 world news today: Pentagon's failed audit - yet again to Boris Johnson's disparaging remarks about Scotland. Click on the headline to read full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-fails-audit-yet-again-could-pass-around-2027-comptroller-says-343588" hreflang="en">Pentagon fails audit yet again, could pass around 2027, comptroller says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-asked-for-options-for-attacking-iran-last-week-but-held-off-report-says-343587" hreflang="en">Trump asked for options for attacking Iran last week but held off, report says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-vaccine-to-be-free-in-belgium-343601" hreflang="en">Coronavirus vaccine to be free in Belgium</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-warns-more-people-may-die-if-trump-doesnt-cooperate-with-transition-343610" hreflang="en">Biden warns 'more people may die' if Trump doesn't cooperate with transition</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/astronauts-board-international-space-station-from-spacex-capsule-343622" hreflang="en">Astronauts board International Space Station from SpaceX capsule</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/almost-90000-sex-abuse-claims-filed-against-us-boy-scouts-legal-team-says-343628" hreflang="en">Almost 90,000 sex abuse claims filed against US Boy Scouts, legal team says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moderna-vaccine-results-stunningly-impressive-fauci-says-343634" hreflang="en">Moderna vaccine results 'stunningly impressive,' Fauci says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-says-devolving-powers-to-scotland-was-a-disaster-faces-criticism-343737" hreflang="en">Boris Johnson says devolving powers to Scotland was 'a disaster'; faces criticism</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/full-scale-humanitarian-crisis-unfolding-in-ethiopia-united-nations-343745" hreflang="en">Full-scale humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ethiopia: United Nations</a>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-to-human-transmission-of-rare-chapare-virus-in-bolivia-confirmed-by-scientists-343728" hreflang="en">Human-to-human transmission of rare 'Chapare virus' in Bolivia confirmed by scientists</a></h2>

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Top 10 world news today: Pentagon's failed audit - yet again to Boris Johnson's disparaging remarks about Scotland. Click on the headline to read full story. Pe

Top 10 world news today: Pentagon's failed audit - yet again to Boris Johnson's disparaging remarks about Scotland. Click on the headline to read full story. Pentagon fails audit yet again, could pass around 2027, comptroller says Trump asked for options for attacking Iran last week but held off, report says Coronavirus vaccine to be free in Belgium Biden warns 'more people may die' if Trump doesn't cooperate with transition Astronauts board International Space Station from SpaceX capsule Almost 90,000 sex abuse claims filed against US Boy Scouts, legal team says Moderna vaccine results 'stunningly impressive,' Fauci says Boris Johnson says devolving powers to Scotland was 'a disaster'; faces criticism Full-scale humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ethiopia: United Nations Human-to-human transmission of rare 'Chapare virus' in Bolivia confirmed by scientists

Top 10 world news today: Bolivia's 'Chapare virus', escalation of Ethiopian conflict, and more

Here are the top world news headlines of the day: From Moderna's groundbreaking COVID-19 vaccine announcement to UK PM Boris Johnson's coronavirus scare. Click on the headline to read full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modernas-covid-19-vaccine-reaches-milestone-with-945-effectiveness-343509" hreflang="en">Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine reaches milestone with 94.5% effectiveness</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-coronavirus-on-our-meat-products-asserts-new-zealand-pm-jacinda-ardern-343466" hreflang="en">No coronavirus on our meat products, asserts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-vaccine-on-its-own-will-not-end-the-pandemic-says-who-chief-343501">'A vaccine on its own will not end the pandemic', says WHO chief</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-nations-security-council-out-of-useful-solutions-says-emmanuel-macron-343498">United Nations Security Council out of 'useful solutions', says Macron</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-still-deeply-divided-says-former-us-president-obama-while-referring-to-election-results-343490" hreflang="en">'We are still deeply divided', says former US President Obama while referring to election results</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armenian-prime-minister-nikol-pashinyan-calls-for-halt-to-violence-over-peace-deal-343486" hreflang="en">Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan calls for halt to violence over peace deal</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/im-fit-as-a-butchers-dog-british-pm-boris-johnson-343467" hreflang="en">I'm fit as a butcher's dog: British PM Boris Johnson</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/legitimising-violence-emmanuel-macron-slams-reports-calling-france-islamophobic-343406" hreflang="en">'Legitimising violence': Emmanuel Macron slams reports calling France islamophobic</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-nasa-begin-first-operational-astronaut-mission-to-space-343368" hreflang="en">SpaceX, NASA begin first operational astronaut mission to space</a>

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Here are the top world news headlines of the day: From Moderna's groundbreaking COVID-19 vaccine announcement to UK PM Boris Johnson's coronavirus scare. Click on the headline to read full story.

Here are the top world news headlines of the day: From Moderna's groundbreaking COVID-19 vaccine announcement to UK PM Boris Johnson's coronavirus scare. Click on the headline to read full story. Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine reaches milestone with 94.5% effectiveness No coronavirus on our meat products, asserts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern 'A vaccine on its own will not end the pandemic', says WHO chief United Nations Security Council out of 'useful solutions', says Macron 'We are still deeply divided', says former US President Obama while referring to election results Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan calls for halt to violence over peace deal I'm fit as a butcher's dog: British PM Boris Johnson 'Legitimising violence': Emmanuel Macron slams reports calling France islamophobic SpaceX, NASA begin first operational astronaut mission to space Watch: Taiwan talks up trans-Pacific trade pact after exclusion from new deal

Top 10 world news today: Moderna's promising vaccine data, Boris Johnson's COVID scare, and more