In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the&nbsp;price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus&nbsp;</a>restrictions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-will-do-more-says-cricketer-pat-cummins-after-covid-donation-to-india-wins-hearts-381135">WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts</a>

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In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat&nbsp;Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-covid-crisis-russia-south-korea-canada-announce-assistance-prince-charles-uk-extend-solidarity-381127">India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity</a>

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Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>&nbsp;crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-row-serum-institute-cuts-price-of-its-covid-vaccine-to-300-rupees-for-states-as-philanthropic-gesture-381112">After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture'</a>

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The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday.

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The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-electoral-commission-to-probe-pm-boris-johnsons-flat-refurbishment-funding-scandal-381091">UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal</a>

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After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/boris-johnson?page=1">Boris Johnson</a>&nbsp;about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/bacteria-can-be-the-answer-to-remove-microplastics-from-environment-381156">Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment</a>

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Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others.&nbsp;Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/people-with-o-blood-group-less-vulnerable-to-covid-19-indian-research-body-381106">People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body</a>

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The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B'&nbsp;and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus.

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RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-to-open-tourism-but-only-for-covid-passport-holders-381079">Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders</a>

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Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/asteroid-that-hit-botswana-in-2018-was-22-million-years-old-researchers-381137">Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193076-asteroid-botswana.jpg?itok=4l9TwKaq" />As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom. Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against coronavirus restrictions. Click on headlines to read more WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the COVID-19 crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore. After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture' The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday. Germany ropes in spy agency to monitor anti-vaxxers, Covid deniers The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures". UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment. Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others. Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals. People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B' and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus. IPL 2021- WATCH: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj's gesture for Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer wins hearts RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended. Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme. Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

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The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.&nbsp;

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FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits.

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The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday.

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Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000.

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The department said it was still assessing the extent of the unauthorised access.

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According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring.

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A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat.&nbsp;

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Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy.

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The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval.

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King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout.&nbsp;

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The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Russian court restricts activities of Navalny's anti-corruption foundation FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani orders probe into leaked audio 'conspiracy' The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday. COVID-19: Fiji fears virus 'tsunami' after outbreak found to be Indian variant Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000. Washington DC police server hacked, Russian-speaking group claims responsibility: Reports The department said it was still assessing the extent of the unauthorised access. 'Pink supermoon' dazzles skies across the globe According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring. Saudi Arabia foils boat attack off Yanbu A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat. Russia says Brazil's refusal to import Sputnik V is 'political' Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy. European Parliament set to greenlight post-Brexit trade deal The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval. Muted celebrations of Dutch king's birthday amid pandemic King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout. Washington DC, to loosen virus restrictions this weekend The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

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Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-deeply-concerned-about-covid-outbreak-in-india-379971" hreflang="en">US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic</a>

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White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-biden-may-meet-in-june-for-a-summit-top-kremlin-aide-380170">Putin-Biden may meet in June for a summit: Top Kremlin aide</a>

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This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sunken-missing-indonesian-submarine-found-cracked-open-by-rescuers-380136">Sunken missing Indonesian submarine found cracked open by rescuers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/24/192600-indonesia-submarine.jpg?itok=1NBy8zN7" />Search teams said on Saturday they had found objects including prayer mat fragments and a bottle of periscope lubricant near the submarine's last known location, leading the navy to believe the vessel had cracked.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-summons-us-ambassador-over-genocide-announcement-380169">Turkey summons US Ambassador over genocide announcement</a>

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Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/czech-leader-takes-rare-swipe-at-russia-over-terror-blasts-380171">Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts</a>

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The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-to-roll-out-new-privacy-update-facebook-google-protest-380119" hreflang="en">Apple to roll out new privacy update; Facebook, Google protest</a>

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As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-mediterranean-migrants-tragedy-a-time-for-shame-pope-380150" hreflang="en">Latest Mediterranean migrants tragedy a time for shame: Pope</a>

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Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mental-health-patients-suffered-during-lockdown-due-to-lack-of-in-clinic-appointment-380107" hreflang="en">Mental health patients suffered during lockdown due to lack of appointment</a>

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Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-contemplates-easing-covid-restrictions-for-vaccinated-citizens-380154" hreflang="en">Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens</a>

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Germany is hoping to start easing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;restrictions specifically for people who have been&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccinated</a>&nbsp;against the deadly virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sisi-gets-vaccinated-against-coronavirus-as-egypt-records-912-new-cases-380182" hreflang="en">Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases</a>

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Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated. Click on headlines to read more US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation. Putin-Biden may meet in June for a summit: Top Kremlin aide This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates". Sunken missing Indonesian submarine found cracked open by rescuers Search teams said on Saturday they had found objects including prayer mat fragments and a bottle of periscope lubricant near the submarine's last known location, leading the navy to believe the vessel had cracked. Turkey summons US Ambassador over genocide announcement Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades. Apple to roll out new privacy update; Facebook, Google protest As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used. Latest Mediterranean migrants tragedy a time for shame: Pope Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya. Mental health patients suffered during lockdown due to lack of appointment Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family. Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens Germany is hoping to start easing coronavirus restrictions specifically for people who have been vaccinated against the deadly virus. Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

Top 10 world news: EU offers help to India, Putin-Biden to meet, and more

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-missing-submarine-has-sunk-says-countrys-navy-379773" hreflang="en">Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy</a>

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Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-regulators-approve-restarting-use-of-johnson-johnson-covid-vaccine-379615">US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine</a>

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US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine could restart.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-reports-no-covid-19-deaths-for-first-time-in-10-months-379742">Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months</a>

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The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lukashenko-to-amend-emergency-transfer-of-presidential-power-report-379881">Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

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As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/load-of-st-activists-dump-crap-outside-white-house-to-protest-climate-change-379844" hreflang="en">Load of s**t! Activists dump crap outside White House to protest climate change</a>

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As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/high-ly-suggested-nyc-organises-joints-for-jabs-to-fight-coronavirus-379806" hreflang="en">High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus</a>

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A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/four-year-old-pak-girl-becomes-youngest-microsoft-professional-379802" hreflang="en">Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional</a>

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Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/mars-sucks-people-troll-elon-musks-idea-of-space-colonisation-379864" hreflang="en">'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation</a>

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Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-month-pregnant-nurse-earns-praise-for-helping-covid-patients-379880" hreflang="en">Four month pregnant nurse earns praise for helping Covid patients</a>

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Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge. Click on headlines to read more Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk. US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine could restart. Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country. Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday. In pics: After Chauvin trial, what is the future of George Floyd Square? As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration. Load of s**t! Activists dump crap outside White House to protest climate change As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions. High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City. Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional. 'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible. Four month pregnant nurse earns praise for helping Covid patients Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

Top 10 world news: Indonesia submarine, joints for jabs, and more

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny&nbsp;has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-announces-plans-to-end-his-hunger-strike-379530" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny announces plans to end his hunger strike</a>

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Russian opposition leader&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>&nbsp;has announced a stop to his hunger strike that he had been carrying out in the prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-declares-state-of-emergency-in-tokyo-three-other-regions-as-covid-surges-379508">Japan declares 'state of emergency' in Tokyo, 3 other regions as Covid surges</a>

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Japan has imposed a state of emergency in the capital city Tokyo and three other regions on Friday to stop the wide spread of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-first-malaria-vaccine-to-achieve-who-specified-efficacy-developed-in-uk-379514">UK: World’s first malaria vaccine to achieve WHO-specified efficacy developed</a>

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The team behind the vaccine hopes that it will be approved for use within the next two years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nasa-and-spacex-launch-a-new-four-astronaut-team-to-international-space-station-379500">Pics- NASA and SpaceX launch a new four-astronaut team to ISS</a>

<img src="http://13.235.153.162/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/23/192489-untitled-design-8.jpg?itok=BhMawJbv" />After being delayed a day by adverse weather along the flight path, The Crew-2 mission blasts off from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-declares-10-day-non-working-period-in-russia-amid-coronavirus-surge-379511">Putin declares 10-day 'non-working period' in Russia amid coronavirus surge</a>

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Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the widespread&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;pandemic in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-returns-precious-relics-to-afghanistan-after-seizing-from-new-york-based-smuggler-379545" hreflang="en">US returns precious relics to Afghanistan after seizing from New York-based smuggler</a>

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A collection of 33 artefacts, the relics were seized from an art dealer who has been described as one of the most prolific smugglers of antiquities in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/millions-in-uk-could-get-covid-passports-soon-report-379532" hreflang="en">Millions in UK could get Covid passports soon: Report</a>

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These passports are likely to be different from domestic Covid certificates issued by the UK government, the report by Guardian claimed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/fact-check-are-masks-really-dangerous-and-dont-prevent-covid-19-379513" hreflang="en">Fact-check: Are masks really dangerous and don't prevent COVID-19?</a>

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In recent days, a piece of news is getting viral, which cites Stanford University claiming that masks do not work to avoid contracting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>, and are actually dangerous.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cadila-gets-approval-to-repurpose-hepatitis-c-drug-for-covid-19-treatment-379520" hreflang="en">Cadila gets approval to repurpose Hepatitis C drug for COVID-19</a>

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This approval follows promising results from a late-stage study of the drug and comes in the middle of a massive wave of COVID-19 cases in India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-via-zoom-several-in-indonesia-given-capital-punishment-via-virtual-hearings-379546" hreflang="en">Several in Indonesia given capital punishment via virtual hearings</a>

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Several prisoners in Indonesia have been sentenced to death over Zoom and other video apps during the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus pandemic</a>.&nbsp;

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic. Click on headlines to read more Alexei Navalny announces plans to end his hunger strike Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has announced a stop to his hunger strike that he had been carrying out in the prison. Japan declares 'state of emergency' in Tokyo, 3 other regions as Covid surges Japan has imposed a state of emergency in the capital city Tokyo and three other regions on Friday to stop the wide spread of coronavirus. UK: World’s first malaria vaccine to achieve WHO-specified efficacy developed The team behind the vaccine hopes that it will be approved for use within the next two years. Pics- NASA and SpaceX launch a new four-astronaut team to ISS After being delayed a day by adverse weather along the flight path, The Crew-2 mission blasts off from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Putin declares 10-day 'non-working period' in Russia amid coronavirus surge Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the widespread coronavirus pandemic in the country. US returns precious relics to Afghanistan after seizing from New York-based smuggler A collection of 33 artefacts, the relics were seized from an art dealer who has been described as one of the most prolific smugglers of antiquities in the world. Millions in UK could get Covid passports soon: Report These passports are likely to be different from domestic Covid certificates issued by the UK government, the report by Guardian claimed. Fact-check: Are masks really dangerous and don't prevent COVID-19? In recent days, a piece of news is getting viral, which cites Stanford University claiming that masks do not work to avoid contracting coronavirus, and are actually dangerous. Cadila gets approval to repurpose Hepatitis C drug for COVID-19 This approval follows promising results from a late-stage study of the drug and comes in the middle of a massive wave of COVID-19 cases in India. Several in Indonesia given capital punishment via virtual hearings Several prisoners in Indonesia have been sentenced to death over Zoom and other video apps during the coronavirus pandemic.

Top 10 world news: Navalny ends hunger strike, Russia declares 'non-working' days, and more

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dalai-lama-100-other-nobel-laureates-urge-stop-on-fossil-fuel-expansion-379310" hreflang="en">Dalai Lama, 100 other Nobel laureates urge stop on fossil fuel expansion</a>

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Penning an open letter on the occasion of Earth Day, Dalai Lama and more than 100 other Nobel laureates have urged the world leaders to take immediate action on the climate crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-withdraw-troops-from-military-drills-in-crimea-379312">Russia to withdraw troops from military drills in Crimea</a>

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The drills come amid the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine's Western allies, who have expressed concerns about a build-up of Russian forces on the border and military exercises in Crimea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-nation-can-solve-this-crisis-on-their-own-says-biden-as-he-opens-virtual-climate-summit-379286">'No nation can solve this crisis on their own': Biden opens climate summit</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit in which he said that Washington "isn't waiting" to lead on a "moral and economic imperative" issue.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-in-talks-with-russia-to-buy-30-million-sputnik-v-jabs-379271">Germany in talks with Russia to buy 30 million Sputnik V jabs</a>

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The move comes amid the strained relations between the EU and Russia over a number of issues including Kremlin opposition Alexei Navalny's health and the crisis at the Ukrainian border.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arctic-sizzled-in-2020-the-warmest-year-for-europe-too-379313" hreflang="en">Arctic sizzled in 2020, the warmest year for Europe too</a>

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The continent in 2020 was nearly half a degree Celsius hotter than the next warmest year, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/experts-warn-second-recession-in-case-of-another-lockdown-in-japan-379290" hreflang="en">Experts warn second recession in case of another lockdown in Japan</a>

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Some analysts have warned that the decision may push the country into another recession if the retailers are again asked to close their businesses.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virginia-governor-signs-bill-to-legalise-marijuana-possession-from-july-1-379274" hreflang="en">Virginia governor signs bill to legalise marijuana possession from July 1</a>

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The decision has been taken after citing reports that Black residents were more than three times likely to be arrested for possessing the drug but in small amounts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/start-conserving-california-governor-declares-drought-emergency-in-2-counties-379278" hreflang="en">Start conserving: California governor declares drought emergency in 2 counties</a>

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California is now bracing itself for yet another year of drought and wildfire after massive destruction took place last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armed-group-takes-control-of-county-in-western-ethiopia-rights-commission-379309" hreflang="en">Armed group takes control of county in western Ethiopia - Rights commission</a>

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Benishangul-Gumuz has seen a surge of ethnic violence in recent months, including an attack in December that killed more than 200 civilians.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-police-arrest-man-connected-to-2016-nice-attack-379283" hreflang="en">Italian police arrest man connected to 2016 Nice attack</a>

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Endri Elezi, a 28-year-old Albanian, is suspected of 'supplying weapons to Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel', the Tunisian who carried out the attack on July 14, France's Bastille Day national holiday, a police statement said.

US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion.

US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion. Click on headlines to read more Dalai Lama, 100 other Nobel laureates urge stop on fossil fuel expansion Penning an open letter on the occasion of Earth Day, Dalai Lama and more than 100 other Nobel laureates have urged the world leaders to take immediate action on the climate crisis. Russia to withdraw troops from military drills in Crimea The drills come amid the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine's Western allies, who have expressed concerns about a build-up of Russian forces on the border and military exercises in Crimea. 'No nation can solve this crisis on their own': Biden opens climate summit US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit in which he said that Washington "isn't waiting" to lead on a "moral and economic imperative" issue. Germany in talks with Russia to buy 30 million Sputnik V jabs The move comes amid the strained relations between the EU and Russia over a number of issues including Kremlin opposition Alexei Navalny's health and the crisis at the Ukrainian border. Arctic sizzled in 2020, the warmest year for Europe too The continent in 2020 was nearly half a degree Celsius hotter than the next warmest year, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). Experts warn second recession in case of another lockdown in Japan Some analysts have warned that the decision may push the country into another recession if the retailers are again asked to close their businesses. Virginia governor signs bill to legalise marijuana possession from July 1 The decision has been taken after citing reports that Black residents were more than three times likely to be arrested for possessing the drug but in small amounts. Start conserving: California governor declares drought emergency in 2 counties California is now bracing itself for yet another year of drought and wildfire after massive destruction took place last year. Armed group takes control of county in western Ethiopia - Rights commission Benishangul-Gumuz has seen a surge of ethnic violence in recent months, including an attack in December that killed more than 200 civilians. Italian police arrest man connected to 2016 Nice attack Endri Elezi, a 28-year-old Albanian, is suspected of 'supplying weapons to Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel', the Tunisian who carried out the attack on July 14, France's Bastille Day national holiday, a police statement said.

Top 10 world news: Biden opens climate summit, Nobel laureates demand action, and more

UK is observing&nbsp;Prince Philip's funeral after the&nbsp;Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/live-updates-prince-philips-funeral-duke-of-edinburgh-to-be-laid-to-rest-at-royal-ceremony-378167" hreflang="en">Live updates: Procession for Duke of Edinburgh is underway</a>

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This is the live coverage of the funeral of Prince Philip, husband of British Queen Elizabeth.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-sends-two-warships-to-black-sea-amid-tensions-with-ukraine-378204">Russia sends two warships to Black Sea amid tensions with Ukraine</a>

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These monoeuvres have come at a time when Russia-Ukraine relations are strained over Russian military presence on its border with the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-military-junta-leader-to-attend-asean-summit-378185">Myanmar military junta leader to attend ASEAN summit</a>

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Myanmar military junta leader Min Aung Hlaing will join a special ASEAN summit next week, said Thai foreign ministry on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/please-delay-pregnancies-brazil-urges-local-women-amid-coronavirus-surge-378199">'Please delay pregnancies', Brazil urges local women amid coronavirus surge</a>

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The request has come as Brazil is experiencing one of the worst waves of coronavirus, with the country marking one of the highest death tolls in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-japan-showcase-alliance-resolve-in-dealing-with-aggressive-china-378076">US, Japan showcase alliance, resolve in dealing with aggressive China</a>

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The talks featured unusually frank warnings from a Japanese leader against any effort by China to dominate the Indo-Pacific region by 'force or coercion’.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ohio-worlds-smallest-police-dog-dies-hours-after-her-sheriff-378217" hreflang="en">Ohio: World's smallest police dog dies hours after her sheriff</a>

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Midge, the 16-year-old crime-fighting pet, stopped breathing hours after she saw her owner lose his battle to cancer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-faces-shortage-of-oxygen-hospital-beds-as-city-records-24000-cases-in-24-hours-kejriwal-378235" hreflang="en">Delhi faces shortage of hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours</a>

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Kejriwal also admitted that while the situation seemed in control a few days ago, the sudden surge has made the situation spiralling out of control in the capital now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yoga-will-lead-to-guided-imagery-hinduism-christian-groups-claim-in-alabama-378180" hreflang="en">Yoga will lead to guided imagery, Hinduism: Christian groups claim in Alabama</a>

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A state lawmaker in Alabama, who has been practising yoga for years, is aiming to overturn a 28-year-old ban on yoga in state public schools.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pregnant-women-can-be-given-pfizer-and-moderna-coronavirus-vaccine-uk-advisory-group-378209" hreflang="en">Pregnant women can be given Pfizer &amp; Moderna coronavirus vaccine: UK advisory</a>

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This has been reported after experts studied real-world data that showed that more than 90,000 pregnant women have been vaccinated against the virus in the US.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-activist-who-crowdfunded-pm-defamation-penalty-says-people-contributed-to-show-resistance-378213" hreflang="en">Singapore activist: People crowdfunded PM libel penalty to show resistance</a>

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In an exclusive chat with WION, activist Roy Ngerng, who crowdfunded to pay the penalty for libel against Singapore PM, talks about why he thinks people chose to support him.

UK is observing Prince Philip's funeral after the Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women.

UK is observing Prince Philip's funeral after the Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women. Click on headlines to read more Live updates: Procession for Duke of Edinburgh is underway This is the live coverage of the funeral of Prince Philip, husband of British Queen Elizabeth. Russia sends two warships to Black Sea amid tensions with Ukraine These monoeuvres have come at a time when Russia-Ukraine relations are strained over Russian military presence on its border with the country. Myanmar military junta leader to attend ASEAN summit Myanmar military junta leader Min Aung Hlaing will join a special ASEAN summit next week, said Thai foreign ministry on Saturday. 'Please delay pregnancies', Brazil urges local women amid coronavirus surge The request has come as Brazil is experiencing one of the worst waves of coronavirus, with the country marking one of the highest death tolls in the world. US, Japan showcase alliance, resolve in dealing with aggressive China The talks featured unusually frank warnings from a Japanese leader against any effort by China to dominate the Indo-Pacific region by 'force or coercion’. Ohio: World's smallest police dog dies hours after her sheriff Midge, the 16-year-old crime-fighting pet, stopped breathing hours after she saw her owner lose his battle to cancer. Delhi faces shortage of hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours Kejriwal also admitted that while the situation seemed in control a few days ago, the sudden surge has made the situation spiralling out of control in the capital now. Yoga will lead to guided imagery, Hinduism: Christian groups claim in Alabama A state lawmaker in Alabama, who has been practising yoga for years, is aiming to overturn a 28-year-old ban on yoga in state public schools. Pregnant women can be given Pfizer & Moderna coronavirus vaccine: UK advisory This has been reported after experts studied real-world data that showed that more than 90,000 pregnant women have been vaccinated against the virus in the US. Singapore activist: People crowdfunded PM libel penalty to show resistance In an exclusive chat with WION, activist Roy Ngerng, who crowdfunded to pay the penalty for libel against Singapore PM, talks about why he thinks people chose to support him.

Top 10 world news: Prince Philip's funeral, Coronavirus crisis, and more

The&nbsp;US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has slammed Russia with sanctions over&nbsp;poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan&nbsp;on a surprise to visit&nbsp;Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slaps-sanctions-on-russia-expels-10-diplomats-377760" hreflang="en">US sanctions Russia, expels 10 diplomats over poll meddling, hacking</a>

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The sanctions have come in retaliation for what the US says is Kremlin's interference in US elections and other hostile activities including a massive cyber attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-continues-pause-on-johnson-johnson-vaccine-over-reports-of-blood-clots-377746">US continues pause on Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine over reports of blood clots</a>

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The vaccine was rolled back as six women in the US between the ages of 18 and 48 developed brain blood clots after they received the J&amp; vaccine shot.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-nuclear-programme-peaceful-mistake-for-us-to-express-concerns-rouhani-377735">Iran nuclear programme peaceful, 'mistake' for US to express concerns: Rouhani</a>

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Rouhani said in televised remarks that it was a "mistake" for Europe and the United States to express concerns that the move "means we can enrich to 90 per cent in one go".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/officer-who-shot-black-man-near-minneapolis-to-appear-in-court-today-377701">Officer who shot Black man near Minneapolis to appear in court today</a>

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Potter, a 26-year police veteran who resigned after Wright's death, faces a maximum of 10 years in jail if convicted of second-degree manslaughter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/over-20-chinese-tech-giants-make-public-pact-to-abide-by-anti-monopoly-guidelines-377734">Over 20 Chinese tech giants pledge to end unfair competition</a>

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Beijing is taking China's tech firms to task to curtail the reach of private companies into the daily finances of the Chinese public, and, analysts say, to rein in their runaway expansion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-in-afghanistan-on-a-surprise-visit-377745">US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Afghanistan on a surprise visit</a>

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Blinken met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul and briefed them on President Joe Biden’s Wednesday announcement that he was ending "the forever war", which began in response to the 2001 September 11 terror attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/early-findings-suggest-new-drug-could-be-gamechanging-to-treat-brain-cancer-377731" hreflang="en">Early findings suggest new drug could be 'gamechanging' to treat brain cancer</a>

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Two patients with advanced brain cancer have responded well in a small experimental trial of combining chemo and immunotherapy drugs.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/taiwan-man-marries-four-times-divorces-three-times-to-get-extra-paid-leaves-377781" hreflang="en">Taiwan man marries four times, divorces three times to get extra paid leaves</a>

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A&nbsp;man in Taiwan has married the same spouse four times and divorced three times within 37 days.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-reports-first-blood-clot-case-linked-to-astrazeneca-vaccine-377744" hreflang="en">Canada reports first blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca vaccine</a>

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However, Health Canada said that the country would continue to use the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab since its benefits against&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">Covid-19</a>&nbsp;'outweigh the potential risks'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-urges-biden-to-refer-uighur-genocide-to-united-nations-377761" hreflang="en">US House urges Biden to refer Uighur 'genocide' to United Nations</a>

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Labelling it as 'genocide', the authorities have urged US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;to refer these atrocities to the United Nations.

The US President Joe Biden has slammed Russia with sanctions over poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan on a surprise to visit Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul.

The US President Joe Biden has slammed Russia with sanctions over poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan on a surprise to visit Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul. Click on headlines to read more US sanctions Russia, expels 10 diplomats over poll meddling, hacking The sanctions have come in retaliation for what the US says is Kremlin's interference in US elections and other hostile activities including a massive cyber attack. US continues pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccine over reports of blood clots The vaccine was rolled back as six women in the US between the ages of 18 and 48 developed brain blood clots after they received the J& vaccine shot. Iran nuclear programme peaceful, 'mistake' for US to express concerns: Rouhani Rouhani said in televised remarks that it was a "mistake" for Europe and the United States to express concerns that the move "means we can enrich to 90 per cent in one go". Officer who shot Black man near Minneapolis to appear in court today Potter, a 26-year police veteran who resigned after Wright's death, faces a maximum of 10 years in jail if convicted of second-degree manslaughter. Over 20 Chinese tech giants pledge to end unfair competition Beijing is taking China's tech firms to task to curtail the reach of private companies into the daily finances of the Chinese public, and, analysts say, to rein in their runaway expansion. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Afghanistan on a surprise visit Blinken met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul and briefed them on President Joe Biden’s Wednesday announcement that he was ending "the forever war", which began in response to the 2001 September 11 terror attacks. Early findings suggest new drug could be 'gamechanging' to treat brain cancer Two patients with advanced brain cancer have responded well in a small experimental trial of combining chemo and immunotherapy drugs. Taiwan man marries four times, divorces three times to get extra paid leaves A man in Taiwan has married the same spouse four times and divorced three times within 37 days. Canada reports first blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca vaccine However, Health Canada said that the country would continue to use the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab since its benefits against Covid-19 'outweigh the potential risks'. US House urges Biden to refer Uighur 'genocide' to United Nations Labelling it as 'genocide', the authorities have urged US President Joe Biden to refer these atrocities to the United Nations.

Top 10 world news: Biden sanctions Russia, Blinken's surprise visit to Afghan, and more

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by&nbsp;September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/time-to-bring-our-forces-home-us-on-afghan-pullout-377511">'Time to bring our forces home': US on Afghan pullout</a>

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Blinken's comments came on a day when US President Joe Biden is set to formally announce that all US troops will be pulled out from Afghanistan no later than September 11.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/uk-adds-covid-19-vaccines-from-two-more-companies-to-its-mix-and-match-trial-377537">UK expands mix and match COVID-19 vaccine trial, adds two more jabs</a>

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Since February, experts have been studying the immune response on volunteers if they are inoculated with the first dose of Oxford-AstraZeneca and the second dose of Pfizer vaccine, and vice versa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marry-your-rapist-laws-still-practised-in-20-countries-to-prevent-justice-un-377529">'Marry your rapist' laws still practised in 20 countries to prevent justice</a>

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''Marry your rapist' laws shift the burden of guilt on to the victim and try to sanitise a situation which is criminal," Dr Natalia Kanem, executive director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-should-deploy-troops-along-black-sea-says-former-pentagon-chief-377528">US should deploy troops along Black Sea, says former Pentagon chief</a>

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Washington should look to reassure European allies and boost the NATO alliance by deploying more forces in Poland, "into the Baltics, if it makes sense, and places like Romania and Bulgaria, if not on a permanent - on a rotational basis," Esper said in an interview on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-bans-radical-islamist-party-after-clashes-leave-7-dead-over-300-hurt-377542" hreflang="en">Pakistan bans radical Islamist party after clashes leave 7 dead, over 300 hurt</a>

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Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed told the media that the Tehreek-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) was being banned under the Rule 11-B of Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/prof-snape-wizard-of-potions-covid-vaccine-study-headed-by-harry-potter-character-namesake-377547" hreflang="en">Prof Snape, wizard of potions: Covid vaccine study headed by Harry Potter character namesake</a>

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People on Twitter have not missed the coincidence of the name and Harry Potter fans have assembled to scoop out jokes out of this name-play.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/christchurch-mosque-terrorist-to-launch-legal-action-against-new-zealand-government-377512" hreflang="en">Christchurch mosque terrorist to launch legal action against New Zealand govt</a>

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Tarrant is unhappy with the condition of the jail and has requested a judicial review to see if the decisions have been made appropriately or not within the law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-cop-shot-multiple-times-during-traffic-stop-in-texas-377549" hreflang="en">US cop shot multiple times during traffic stop in Texas</a>

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The shooting happened at about 4:15 am. Wednesday in Burleson, about 45 miles (70 kilometres) southwest of Dallas, the police department said on Twitter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-to-withdraw-nearly-all-its-troops-from-afghanistan-says-report-377521" hreflang="en">Britain to withdraw nearly all its troops from Afghanistan, says report</a>

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There are about 750 British soldiers in Afghanistan, who would struggle without US support because of the reliance on US bases and infrastructure, according to the Times.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/keep-moving-a-clock-went-silent-in-japans-tsunami-came-back-to-life-during-aftershocks-a-decade-later-377524" hreflang="en">Keep moving: A clock went silent in Japan's tsunami, came back to life during aftershocks a decade later</a>

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On February 13 of this year, another earthquake hit Japan — a little before the 10th anniversary of the disaster — which was described as an aftershock of the March 2011 disaster.

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act.

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act. Click on headlines to read more 'Time to bring our forces home': US on Afghan pullout Blinken's comments came on a day when US President Joe Biden is set to formally announce that all US troops will be pulled out from Afghanistan no later than September 11. UK expands mix and match COVID-19 vaccine trial, adds two more jabs Since February, experts have been studying the immune response on volunteers if they are inoculated with the first dose of Oxford-AstraZeneca and the second dose of Pfizer vaccine, and vice versa. 'Marry your rapist' laws still practised in 20 countries to prevent justice ''Marry your rapist' laws shift the burden of guilt on to the victim and try to sanitise a situation which is criminal," Dr Natalia Kanem, executive director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) said. US should deploy troops along Black Sea, says former Pentagon chief Washington should look to reassure European allies and boost the NATO alliance by deploying more forces in Poland, "into the Baltics, if it makes sense, and places like Romania and Bulgaria, if not on a permanent - on a rotational basis," Esper said in an interview on Tuesday. Pakistan bans radical Islamist party after clashes leave 7 dead, over 300 hurt Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed told the media that the Tehreek-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) was being banned under the Rule 11-B of Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997. Prof Snape, wizard of potions: Covid vaccine study headed by Harry Potter character namesake People on Twitter have not missed the coincidence of the name and Harry Potter fans have assembled to scoop out jokes out of this name-play. Christchurch mosque terrorist to launch legal action against New Zealand govt Tarrant is unhappy with the condition of the jail and has requested a judicial review to see if the decisions have been made appropriately or not within the law. US cop shot multiple times during traffic stop in Texas The shooting happened at about 4:15 am. Wednesday in Burleson, about 45 miles (70 kilometres) southwest of Dallas, the police department said on Twitter. Britain to withdraw nearly all its troops from Afghanistan, says report There are about 750 British soldiers in Afghanistan, who would struggle without US support because of the reliance on US bases and infrastructure, according to the Times. Keep moving: A clock went silent in Japan's tsunami, came back to life during aftershocks a decade later On February 13 of this year, another earthquake hit Japan — a little before the 10th anniversary of the disaster — which was described as an aftershock of the March 2011 disaster.

Top 10 world news today: Pakistan bans radical Islamist party, Biden to call back troops, and more

Doctors and medical workers in Myanmar have urged for help as they believe the military personnel specifically target civilians to lure the doctors into their trap. Meanwhile, Canada's prime minister, Justin Trudeau, has warned Canada against climate change.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/doctors-become-myanmar-militarys-targets-for-helping-injured-locals-376744" hreflang="en">Doctors become Myanmar military's targets for helping injured locals</a>

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Doctors have also revealed that the military used to shoot at passing-by ambulances, raid hospitals, medical centres and violently attack medical personnel.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prepare-for-whats-after-justin-trudeau-warns-canada-against-climate-change-376746">'Prepare for what's after': Justin Trudeau warns Canada against climate change</a>

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"While we are fighting to end the pandemic... we must prepare for what comes after," he said during his speech.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-21-workers-trapped-in-coal-mine-after-flooding-in-xinjiang-376747" hreflang="en">China: 21 workers trapped in coal mine after flooding in Xinjiang</a>

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The miners were trapped in the Fengyuan coal mine in the Hutubi County on Saturday evening. They were carrying out upgrading works at the site.

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Doctors and medical workers in Myanmar have urged for help as they believe the military personnel specifically target civilians to lure the doctors into their trap.

Doctors and medical workers in Myanmar have urged for help as they believe the military personnel specifically target civilians to lure the doctors into their trap. Meanwhile, Canada's prime minister, Justin Trudeau, has warned Canada against climate change. Click on headlines to read more Doctors become Myanmar military's targets for helping injured locals Doctors have also revealed that the military used to shoot at passing-by ambulances, raid hospitals, medical centres and violently attack medical personnel. 'Prepare for what's after': Justin Trudeau warns Canada against climate change "While we are fighting to end the pandemic... we must prepare for what comes after," he said during his speech. China: 21 workers trapped in coal mine after flooding in Xinjiang The miners were trapped in the Fengyuan coal mine in the Hutubi County on Saturday evening. They were carrying out upgrading works at the site. India-China LAC Standoff: Both sides discuss further disengagement in Ladakh UK mourns the loss of Prince Philip

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La Soufriere volcano on the eastern Caribbean island of St Vincent erupted on Friday after decades of inactivity, sending dark plumes of ash and smoke billowing into the sky and forcing thousands from surrounding villages to evacuate. Chinese regulators have fined Alibaba Group Holding Ltd 18 billion yuan ($2.75 billion) for violating anti-monopoly rules.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-erupts-in-southern-caribbean-forcing-thousands-to-evacuate-376565">Volcano erupts in southern Caribbean, forcing thousands to evacuate</a> &nbsp;

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Smaller explosions continued throughout the day, Erouscilla Joseph, director at the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre, said, adding that this kind of activity could go on for weeks if not months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-fines-alibaba-record-275-billion-for-anti-monopoly-violations-376566">China fines Alibaba record $2.75 billion for anti-monopoly violations&nbsp;</a>

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The penalty, equivalent to around 4% of Alibaba's revenues in 2019, comes amid an unprecedented regulatory crackdown on the home-grown technology conglomerates in the last few months that have weighed on company shares.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-clash-over-sanctions-us-sees-possible-impasse-376570">US, Iran clash over sanctions; US sees possible 'impasse'</a>

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The two nations laid out tough stances as indirect talks in Vienna on how to bring both back into full compliance with the agreement wound up for the week, with some delegates citing progress.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-detains-sinaloa-cartel-members-in-clash-at-colombian-border-376568">Venezuela detains Sinaloa cartel members in clash at Colombian border</a>

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Venezuela's military on March 21 launched an offensive against what officials called irregular Colombian armed groups in the western state of Apure. About eight Venezuelan soldiers have died during the operations, which have caused about 5,000 people to flee across the border.

La Soufriere volcano on the eastern Caribbean island of St Vincent erupted on Friday after decades of inactivity, sending dark plumes of ash and smoke billowing into the sky and forcing thousands from surrounding villages to evacuate.

La Soufriere volcano on the eastern Caribbean island of St Vincent erupted on Friday after decades of inactivity, sending dark plumes of ash and smoke billowing into the sky and forcing thousands from surrounding villages to evacuate. Chinese regulators have fined Alibaba Group Holding Ltd 18 billion yuan ($2.75 billion) for violating anti-monopoly rules. Click on headlines to read more Volcano erupts in southern Caribbean, forcing thousands to evacuate Smaller explosions continued throughout the day, Erouscilla Joseph, director at the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre, said, adding that this kind of activity could go on for weeks if not months. China fines Alibaba record $2.75 billion for anti-monopoly violations The penalty, equivalent to around 4% of Alibaba's revenues in 2019, comes amid an unprecedented regulatory crackdown on the home-grown technology conglomerates in the last few months that have weighed on company shares. US, Iran clash over sanctions; US sees possible 'impasse' The two nations laid out tough stances as indirect talks in Vienna on how to bring both back into full compliance with the agreement wound up for the week, with some delegates citing progress. Venezuela detains Sinaloa cartel members in clash at Colombian border Venezuela's military on March 21 launched an offensive against what officials called irregular Colombian armed groups in the western state of Apure. About eight Venezuelan soldiers have died during the operations, which have caused about 5,000 people to flee across the border.

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US president&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;introduced&nbsp;initial actions to address the increasing gun violence within the nation. The EU chief was left without a chair at women's rights discussion, which created a verbal spat between Turkey, EU and even Italy.

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The Defense official also said the Navy is continuing to fly reconnaissance aircraft in international airspace over the Black Sea to monitor Russian naval activity and any troops movements in Crimea.

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The European Union’s first female chief, Ursula von der Leyen, was left speechless after the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, the former Belgian prime minister and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan took the chairs, one of which was supposed to be Ursula’s.

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A&nbsp;senior World Health Organization has warned that the success of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a>&nbsp;programme is not enough to protect the country from another wave of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>.

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US president Joe Biden introduced initial actions to address the increasing gun violence within the nation. The EU chief was left without a chair at women's rights discussion, which created a verbal spat between Turkey, EU and even Italy.

US president Joe Biden introduced initial actions to address the increasing gun violence within the nation. The EU chief was left without a chair at women's rights discussion, which created a verbal spat between Turkey, EU and even Italy. Click on headlines to read more Russia-Ukraine crisis: US weighing sending warships to Black Sea amid tensions The Defense official also said the Navy is continuing to fly reconnaissance aircraft in international airspace over the Black Sea to monitor Russian naval activity and any troops movements in Crimea. 'Dictator': Turkey and Italy get into spat after EU chief left without chair The European Union’s first female chief, Ursula von der Leyen, was left speechless after the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, the former Belgian prime minister and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan took the chairs, one of which was supposed to be Ursula’s. UK at risk of facing another wave of coronavirus despite vaccines: WHO A senior World Health Organization has warned that the success of the vaccine programme is not enough to protect the country from another wave of coronavirus. US blacklists Myanmar state-owned gems enterprise US President Joe Biden introduces limited gun control measures

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After China sent&nbsp;more fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone, the US has warned China over&nbsp;increasingly aggressive moves against Taiwan, the&nbsp;Philippines. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US president&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has also decided to take action against the increasing gun violence.

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Joe Biden will be focusing more on ‘ghost guns’ which are homemade weapons as they cannot even be traced when found on crime scenes.

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison said his government would overhaul the country's sexual discrimination laws to make members of parliament, judges and public servants accountable for harassing colleagues in the workplace.

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China sent more fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone on Wednesday in a stepped-up show of force around the island Beijing claims as its own, and Taiwan's foreign minister said it would fight to the end if China attacks.

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After China sent more fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone, the US has warned China over increasingly aggressive moves against Taiwan, the Philippines. Meanwhile, US president Joe Biden has also decided to take action against the increasing gun violence.

After China sent more fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone, the US has warned China over increasingly aggressive moves against Taiwan, the Philippines. Meanwhile, US president Joe Biden has also decided to take action against the increasing gun violence. Click on headlines to read more Biden set to introduce reforms in increasing gun violence Joe Biden will be focusing more on ‘ghost guns’ which are homemade weapons as they cannot even be traced when found on crime scenes. Politicians no longer exempt from sexual harassment rules: Scott Morrison Prime Minister Scott Morrison said his government would overhaul the country's sexual discrimination laws to make members of parliament, judges and public servants accountable for harassing colleagues in the workplace. US warns China over increasingly aggressive moves against Taiwan, Philippines China sent more fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone on Wednesday in a stepped-up show of force around the island Beijing claims as its own, and Taiwan's foreign minister said it would fight to the end if China attacks. US begins study on COVID-19 vaccine side-effects Use-of-force expert testifies in Floyd murder trial says 'no force was reasonable'

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After the Baltimore plant destroyed 15 million doses of Johnson &amp; Johnson coronavirus vaccine, the US has decided to halt the production of AstraZeneca there. Meanwhile, people continued partying despite repeated warnings from the authorities, defying coronavirus restrictions.

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The US government has stopped a Baltimore manufacturing plant that ruined 15 million doses of Johnson &amp; Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine from making the vaccine developed by AstraZeneca Plc.

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After the Baltimore plant destroyed 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, the US has decided to halt the production of AstraZeneca there. Meanwhile, people continued partying despite repeated warnings from the authorities, defying coronavirus restrictions.

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A little after three months of the deadly Capitol riot, another attack took place at the US Capitol building leaving one officer dead and another injured. Meanwhile, Joe Biden&nbsp;has decided to lift sanctions&nbsp;on top Hague prosecutor.

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A US Capitol police officer succumbed to his injuries, while a second remained injured after a vehicle rammed through security and crashed into a barrier at the Washington complex.

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With this, Biden is trying to resolve an intense disagreement with European allies as the new administration seeks a more cooperative approach.

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A little after three months of the deadly Capitol riot, another attack took place at the US Capitol building leaving one officer dead and another injured. Meanwhile, Joe Biden has decided to lift sanctions on top Hague prosecutor.

A little after three months of the deadly Capitol riot, another attack took place at the US Capitol building leaving one officer dead and another injured. Meanwhile, Joe Biden has decided to lift sanctions on top Hague prosecutor. Click on headlines to read more Officer killed, another injured in US Capitol car-ramming attack A US Capitol police officer succumbed to his injuries, while a second remained injured after a vehicle rammed through security and crashed into a barrier at the Washington complex. Biden lifts Trump sanctions on top Hague prosecutor, seeks cooperation With this, Biden is trying to resolve an intense disagreement with European allies as the new administration seeks a more cooperative approach. IMF approves $2.3 billion aid package for Kenya amid coronavirus crisis The funds will be divided over a period of 38 months, starting with an immediate disbursement of nearly $307.5 million “usable for budget support”. US confirms will join Iran Nuclear deal meet Covid outbreak in China's Ruili near Myanmar

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The US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> held his first cabinet meeting since taking the office in January and mainly discussed the newly-proposed&nbsp;$2.3 trillion infrastructure proposal. Meanwhile, US' medical expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has claimed that the country may not need the AstraZeneca <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>.

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Biden, at the meeting on Thursday afternoon, tasked five members of his Cabinet to take the lead on selling the infrastructure proposal to the American people and Congress.

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Diplomats have also reported that while the western countries wanted to use and stress on the 'killings' of hundreds of civilians, China asked to alternate the world with 'deaths'.

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The US President Joe Biden held his first cabinet meeting since taking the office in January and mainly discussed the newly-proposed $2.3 trillion infrastructure proposal.

The US President Joe Biden held his first cabinet meeting since taking the office in January and mainly discussed the newly-proposed $2.3 trillion infrastructure proposal. Meanwhile, US' medical expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has claimed that the country may not need the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine. Click on headlines to read more Biden holds first Cabinet meeting a day after proposing infrastructure plan Biden, at the meeting on Thursday afternoon, tasked five members of his Cabinet to take the lead on selling the infrastructure proposal to the American people and Congress. China 'watered down' UNSC warnings against Myanmar violence: Western countries Diplomats have also reported that while the western countries wanted to use and stress on the 'killings' of hundreds of civilians, China asked to alternate the world with 'deaths'. Fauci says US may not need AstraZeneca Covid vaccine The AstraZeneca vaccine, once hailed as another milestone in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, has been dogged by questions since late last year. George Floyd Murder Trial Day 3: Floyd’s girlfriend details their opioid addiction Pak U-turns decision to import of sugar, cotton from India

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US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> unveiled the much-awaited $2.3 trillion plan to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure. Meanwhile, a US-based factory destroyed 15 million doses of the&nbsp;Johnson &amp; Johnson <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>. Towards Europe, Macron has ordered a nationwide closure of schools amid a surge in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> cases.

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The $2.3 trillion plan to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure proposes doubling federal funding for mass transit and spending $80 billion to expand and modernise passenger rail service.

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The pharmaceutical company claims the authorities found a batch of doses at a Baltimore plant, run by Emergent BioSolutions, 'that did not meet quality standards'.

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US President Joe Biden unveiled the much-awaited $2.3 trillion plan to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure. Meanwhile, a US-based factory destroyed 15 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine.

US President Joe Biden unveiled the much-awaited $2.3 trillion plan to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure. Meanwhile, a US-based factory destroyed 15 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine. Towards Europe, Macron has ordered a nationwide closure of schools amid a surge in coronavirus cases. Click on headlines to read more Biden outlines plan to reengineer US infrastructure The $2.3 trillion plan to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure proposes doubling federal funding for mass transit and spending $80 billion to expand and modernise passenger rail service. Nearly 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine destroyed The pharmaceutical company claims the authorities found a batch of doses at a Baltimore plant, run by Emergent BioSolutions, 'that did not meet quality standards'. Macron orders closure of schools amid surge in coronavirus cases Amid a surge of coronavirus cases in France, President Emmanuel Macron has announced a nationwide closure of schools and a limited lockdown to contain the spread of the virus. George Floyd Murder Trial Day 3: New footage from inside a convenience store played Straight Talk: Myanmar's Special Envoy to UN speaks to Wion

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UK, US, Australia and 11 other countries have come together to criticise WHO's report on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> origin and have accused China of not providing full information on the pandemic. Meanwhile, Germany has decided to&nbsp;halt the use of the AstraZeneca <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a> for the elderly amid reports of a rare disorder.

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The statement, issued by 14 countries, has criticised the delay in the investigation and has demanded timely access for independent experts in future pandemics.

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Considering the rising violence in the country, the US State Department had earlier, in mid-February, authorised a 'voluntary departure of non-emergency US government employees and their family members'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-halts-use-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-for-elderly-amid-reports-of-rare-disorder-374381" hreflang="en">Germany halts use of AstraZeneca vaccine for elderly</a>

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Germany is set to limit the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine among people aged 60 and above following reports of a rare brain blood disorder.

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UK, US, Australia and 11 other countries have come together to criticise WHO's report on coronavirus origin and have accused China of not providing full information on the pandemic.

UK, US, Australia and 11 other countries have come together to criticise WHO's report on coronavirus origin and have accused China of not providing full information on the pandemic. Meanwhile, Germany has decided to halt the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine for the elderly amid reports of a rare disorder. Click on headlines to read more US, UK, along with 12 countries, criticise WHO's report on COVID origin The statement, issued by 14 countries, has criticised the delay in the investigation and has demanded timely access for independent experts in future pandemics. US orders non-essential diplomats in Myanmar to return: State Department Considering the rising violence in the country, the US State Department had earlier, in mid-February, authorised a 'voluntary departure of non-emergency US government employees and their family members'. Germany halts use of AstraZeneca vaccine for elderly Germany is set to limit the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine among people aged 60 and above following reports of a rare brain blood disorder. Gravitas: Shoes with human blood in their sole Gravitas: No India-Pakistan bilateral in Tajikistan

Morning news brief: US and UK question WHO, Germany halts AstraZeneca vaccine and more

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church&nbsp;wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-president-slams-suicide-attack-at-church-as-an-act-of-terror-373921" hreflang="en">Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror'</a>

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Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-sends-fighter-aircraft-over-chinese-vessels-in-south-china-sea-373900">Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea</a>

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The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-security-forces-open-fire-at-a-funeral-373898">Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral</a>

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This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-will-depend-on-us-soon-macron-assured-france-will-catch-up-with-uk-vaccine-drive-soon-373926">Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/on-palm-sunday-pope-says-devil-taking-advantage-of-pandemic-373911" hreflang="en">On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic</a>

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Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-not-cancun-twitter-asks-after-ted-cruz-posts-documentary-style-trip-to-us-mexico-border-373906" hreflang="en">Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border</a>

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In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-led-coalition-destroys-houthi-rigged-boats-drones-report-373903" hreflang="en">Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report</a>

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The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-a-habit-internet-laughs-as-truck-with-evergreen-written-on-it-blocks-traffic-like-suez-canal-373914" hreflang="en">Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic</a>

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After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cows-stop-producing-milk-monks-in-france-organise-emergency-cheese-sale-373899" hreflang="en">'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale</a>

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An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-court-orders-registration-of-fir-against-aurat-march-organisers-373924">Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers</a>

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A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating. Click on headlines to read more Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror' Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said. Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea. Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon. Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus. On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica. Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders. Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait. Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic. 'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk. Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

Top 10 world news today: Indonesia suicide attack, Suez Canal memes, and more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-china-sign-25-year-strategic-cooperation-pact-report-373679" hreflang="en">Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report</a>

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The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/highlights-indian-pm-modis-visit-to-bangladesh-373561">HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh</a>

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PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-envoy-to-afghanistan-heads-to-turkey-region-to-push-talks-to-end-conflict-373728">US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict&nbsp;</a>

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Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-calls-attack-on-police-disgraceful-during-kill-the-bill-protests-373706">UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests</a>

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During the third<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-are-the-kill-the-bill-protests-in-britain-all-about-372605">&nbsp;"kill the bill"&nbsp;</a>demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-south-korea-hold-talks-explore-new-domains-in-defence-cooperation-373710">India,&nbsp;South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation</a>

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Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/gunshots-fired-at-us-cultural-centre-in-myanmar-says-embassy-373689" hreflang="en">Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy</a>

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Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-nearing-vaccine-deal-with-european-union-report-373733" hreflang="en">Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report</a>

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Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suez-canal-blockage-ship-may-be-freed-early-next-week-says-salvage-firm-373705" hreflang="en">Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm</a>

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Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-police-begin-investigation-into-school-sexual-assault-claims-373714" hreflang="en">UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims</a>

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Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-of-egypt-train-collision-revised-down-to-19-burial-begins-373721" hreflang="en">Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins</a>

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Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel. Click on headlines to read more Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported. HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline. UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests During the third "kill the bill" demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces. India, South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations. Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy. Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday. Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea. UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton. Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Top 10 world news today: Suez Canal blockage, Indian PM's Bangladesh visit, and more

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-32-killed-66-wounded-in-egypt-train-collision-373448" hreflang="en">At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision</a>

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Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-updates-pm-modi-attends-the-inaugural-programme-of-bangabandhu-bapu-museum-373245">PM Modi attends the inaugural programme of Bangabandhu- Bapu Museum</a>

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PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-40600-people-contracted-covid-while-in-hospital-373425">More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK</a>

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In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-hits-out-at-uk-over-blackmail-of-coronavirus-vaccine-deliveries-373428">France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries</a>

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France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zero-threat-donald-trump-defends-his-supporters-in-capitol-riots-373374">'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots</a>

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Trump&nbsp;has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-activists-call-for-anti-coup-protest-as-junta-marks-armed-forces-day-373467" hreflang="en">Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day</a>

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Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-vaccine-doses-coronavirus-cases-in-us-are-surging-again-373459" hreflang="en">Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/employees-pee-in-bottles-undercover-writer-reveals-amazons-poor-work-conditions-373450" hreflang="en">'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions</a>

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Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-labour-board-asks-tesla-ceo-musk-to-delete-anti-union-tweet-373436" hreflang="en">US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet</a>

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The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-taiwan-sign-first-agreement-under-biden-administration-after-china-law-373392" hreflang="en">US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law</a>

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Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06. Click on headlines to read more At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed. PM Modi attends the inaugural programme of Bangabandhu- Bapu Museum PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons. France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics. 'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots Trump has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building. Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison. Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment. 'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities. US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union. US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

Top 10 world news today: Egypt train crash, Modi visits Bangladesh, and more

After the US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin&nbsp;Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus.</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadas-trudeau-says-putin-capable-of-terrible-things-but-wont-call-him-killer-373124" hreflang="en">Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer'</a>

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He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-hit-pak-pm-imran-khans-in-person-meeting-sets-twitter-abuzz-373100">Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz</a>

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In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-fundamentally-altering-structure-of-worlds-oceans-373140">Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans</a>

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The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uighur-muslims-protest-against-treatment-amid-chinese-foreign-ministers-visit-373092">Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit</a>

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Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/aftermath-of-disaster-australians-start-clean-up-after-dangerous-floods-destroy-properties-373115">Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods</a>

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Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-vows-to-defend-sino-iran-ties-safeguard-nuclear-deal-373112">China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal</a>

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US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-interior-ministry-refuses-to-renew-nawaz-sharifs-passport-373128" hreflang="en">Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport</a>

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Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/say-stop-17-year-old-makes-fake-facebook-page-to-help-women-flee-abuse-373149" hreflang="en">'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse</a>

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Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/she-speaks-for-me-biden-appoints-kamala-harris-to-handle-immigration-crisis-373103" hreflang="en">'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis</a>

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This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-biden-meets-eu-leaders-merkel-calls-for-increased-domestic-vaccine-production-373129">As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production</a>

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The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly coronavirus. Click on headlines to read more Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer' He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'. Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan. Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean. Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight. Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy. China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume. Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan. 'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims. 'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence. As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

Top 10 world news today: Trudeau comments on Putin, Imran Khan breaches COVID restrictions, and more

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/rejecting-us-peace-plan-afghan-president-to-offer-election-in-six-months-372535" hreflang="en">Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months</a>

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Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-rights-office-gets-mandate-to-document-sri-lanka-war-crimes-372546">UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes</a>

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The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-govt-rocked-by-leaked-video-allegedly-showing-sex-acts-in-parliament-aide-fired-372553">Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal</a>

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Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-to-get-loyalty-lessons-as-party-gears-up-for-100th-birthday-372512">Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday</a>

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The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-fastest-to-10000-international-runs-on-home-soil-372515">Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil</a>

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The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blinken-us-united-with-nato-allies-for-a-responsible-end-to-afghan-conflict-372558" hreflang="en">Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict</a>

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The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-to-release-more-data-after-us-raises-questions-on-shots-potential-372554" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential</a>

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The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-warns-chinese-envoy-to-strictly-comply-to-summons-after-offensive-tweets-372511" hreflang="en">France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons</a>

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Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the 
Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-prez-promises-faster-vaccine-roll-out-as-infections-explode-372556" hreflang="en">French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode'</a>

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New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twelve-hours-of-hell-couple-gets-married-amid-nsw-floods-372525" hreflang="en">Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods</a>

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Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to 
float through the obstacle.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said. UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India. Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk. Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty. Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others. Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data. France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently. French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode' New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown. Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to float through the obstacle.

Top 10 news today: Australia parliament sex scandal, AstraZeneca's potential questioned, and more

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to&nbsp;respect "international obligations". Russia, on the other hand, is busy imposing a Twitter ban on its opposition media house's account.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/takes-one-to-know-one-putin-strikes-back-on-bidens-killer-comment-371402">'Takes one to know one': Putin strikes back on Biden's 'killer' comment</a>

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Putin added that Moscow would not sever ties with Washington but would work with the US on terms "beneficial" to Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/crisis-of-century-eu-threatens-ban-on-coronavirus-vaccine-exports-to-uk-371435" hreflang="en">'Crisis of century': EU threatens ban on coronavirus vaccine exports to UK</a>

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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen gave her warning as Brussels unveiled its plan for a vaccine travel certificate, part of its effort to free up travel despite an emerging third wave of the pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-legalises-euthanasia-assisted-suicide-371433">Spain legalises euthanasia, assisted suicide</a>

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The vote, which passed by 202 in favour and 141 against and two abstentions in the 350-seat chamber, makes Spain the fourth European nation to decriminalise assisted suicide, alongside the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/parents-of-atlanta-shooter-handed-over-gps-to-police-to-track-him-371443">Parents of Atlanta shooter handed over GPS to police to track him</a>

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While the police are unsure as to why Long's parents were tracking him, they agreed that the cooperation from his parents was one of the most essential aide in tracking Long.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-never-accept-russias-occupation-of-crimea-g7-371383">We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7</a>

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Asking Moscow to respect "international obligations", the G7 nations on Thursday refused to recognise Russia's occupation of Crimea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-net-worth-dropped-by-700m-during-presidency-371457" hreflang="en">Donald Trump's net worth dropped by $700m during presidency</a>

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According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the former US president's net worth dropped by nearly $700 million and reached $2.3 billion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/three-chinese-telecom-firms-face-threat-to-work-in-us-as-regulator-begins-probe-371444" hreflang="en">3 Chinese telecom firms face threat to work in US as regulator begins probe</a>

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Failure to prove that they were not under "undue influence" from Beijing, three Chinese state-owned telecommunications companies could be barred to operate in the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-blasts-us-attempt-to-initiate-contact-as-cheap-trick-371398" hreflang="en">North Korea blasts US attempt to initiate contact as 'cheap trick'</a>

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The statement by Choe Son Hui, first vice minister of foreign affairs for North Korea, is the first formal rejection of tentative approaches by the new US administration under President Joe Biden, who took office in January.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-watchdog-asks-twitter-to-delete-oppositions-content-reports-371470" hreflang="en">Russian watchdog asks Twitter to delete opposition's content: Reports</a>

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&nbsp;The media house has been accused of posting content that shows Russia in a negative light and labels the country as 'undesirable, MBK said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-of-child-sex-abuse-cases-revealed-in-german-diocese-report-371421" hreflang="en">Hundreds of child sex abuse cases revealed in German diocese: Report</a>

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The 800-page report on the Cologne diocese was commissioned by the Roman Catholic Church and uncovered 202 perpetrators of sexual assault and 314 victims.

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to respect "international obligations".

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to respect "international obligations". Russia, on the other hand, is busy imposing a Twitter ban on its opposition media house's account. Click on headlines to read more 'Takes one to know one': Putin strikes back on Biden's 'killer' comment Putin added that Moscow would not sever ties with Washington but would work with the US on terms "beneficial" to Russia. 'Crisis of century': EU threatens ban on coronavirus vaccine exports to UK EU chief Ursula von der Leyen gave her warning as Brussels unveiled its plan for a vaccine travel certificate, part of its effort to free up travel despite an emerging third wave of the pandemic. Spain legalises euthanasia, assisted suicide The vote, which passed by 202 in favour and 141 against and two abstentions in the 350-seat chamber, makes Spain the fourth European nation to decriminalise assisted suicide, alongside the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Parents of Atlanta shooter handed over GPS to police to track him While the police are unsure as to why Long's parents were tracking him, they agreed that the cooperation from his parents was one of the most essential aide in tracking Long. We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7 Asking Moscow to respect "international obligations", the G7 nations on Thursday refused to recognise Russia's occupation of Crimea. Donald Trump's net worth dropped by $700m during presidency According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the former US president's net worth dropped by nearly $700 million and reached $2.3 billion. 3 Chinese telecom firms face threat to work in US as regulator begins probe Failure to prove that they were not under "undue influence" from Beijing, three Chinese state-owned telecommunications companies could be barred to operate in the United States. North Korea blasts US attempt to initiate contact as 'cheap trick' The statement by Choe Son Hui, first vice minister of foreign affairs for North Korea, is the first formal rejection of tentative approaches by the new US administration under President Joe Biden, who took office in January. Russian watchdog asks Twitter to delete opposition's content: Reports The media house has been accused of posting content that shows Russia in a negative light and labels the country as 'undesirable, MBK said. Hundreds of child sex abuse cases revealed in German diocese: Report The 800-page report on the Cologne diocese was commissioned by the Roman Catholic Church and uncovered 202 perpetrators of sexual assault and 314 victims.

Top 10 world news today: Putin reacts to Biden, EU warns vaccine export ban, and more

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine. Meanwhile, the Presidents of Russia and US are at each other's throat regarding accusations of meddling in US election 2020. Taliban and US, too, are stuck in disagreements regarding&nbsp;withdrawal of US troops.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-begins-celebrations-to-mark-golden-jubilee-of-independence-371161" hreflang="en">Bangladesh starts celebrations to mark 50 years of independence</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Modi will visit Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26 and will join the main Independence Day celebrations that also marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-says-us-troops-withdrawal-tough-by-may-1-taliban-warns-of-consequences-371196">Biden says US troops withdrawal 'tough' by May; Taliban warns of consequences</a>

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The Taliban has retaliated by asserting that the US troops must leave Afghanistan by the decided deadline or face the "consequences".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-backs-use-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-approves-jj-for-covid-variants-371182">WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine; approves J&amp;J for COVID variants</a>

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The statement has come after several countries temporarily suspended the use of AstraZeneca after a few cases of formation of blood clots were reported around the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-dismisses-us-reports-on-poll-meddling-as-biden-doubles-down-on-allegations-371153">Russia dismisses US reports on poll meddling as Biden doubles down on allegations</a>

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'The document prepared by the US intelligence community is another set of groundless accusations against our country of interfering in American internal political processes,' Russia replied.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/i-too-kneel-says-pope-francis-about-myanmar-nun-who-tried-to-stop-violence-371131">'I too kneel,' says Pope Francis on Myanmar nun who tried to stop violence</a>

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Ann Rose Nu Tawng's image of kneeling in front of the police went viral earlier this month and was praised worldwide as a symbol of peace to counter the junta's brutal crackdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-boris-johnson-to-get-astrazeneca-vaccine-as-he-dismisses-safety-fears-371185" hreflang="en">UK's Boris Johnson to get AstraZeneca vaccine as he dismisses safety fears</a>

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The comments made by Johnson came after he repeatedly insisted that AstraZeneca's vaccine is safe despite many European nations stopping its rollout over cases of blood clots.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-strengthens-deployments-in-south-china-sea-gets-us-nod-for-submarine-parts-371123" hreflang="en">Taiwan bolsters South China Sea deployment, gets US submarine parts export nod</a>

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Speaking in parliament, Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng, who took up his post last month, said Taiwan has increased personnel and armaments on Itu Aba, the main island Taiwan occupies in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-who-survived-ebola-five-years-ago-may-have-transmitted-it-through-semen-in-guinea-371135">Man who survived Ebola five years ago may have transmitted it through semen in Guinea</a>

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Scientists have concluded that the Guinea outbreak has definitely been spread from someone who survived the 2014-2016 epidemic in West Africa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bangladesh-discuss-teesta-pact-flood-management-at-water-secretaries-talks-371111" hreflang="en">India, Bangladesh discuss Teesta pact, flood management during talks</a>

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India and Bangladesh share 54 common rivers. During the almost day-long talks in Delhi both sides agreed to expand cooperation to include mitigation of pollution, riverbank protection and basin management.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-proposes-digital-green-certificates-and-stricter-curbs-on-vaccine-exports-371168" hreflang="en">EU Chief proposes 'digital green certificates' and curbs on vaccine exports</a>

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This warning has come as the EU has been on crossroads with the UK over vaccine delivery after the EU accused Britain of operating a de facto export ban, which Boris Johnson denied.

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine.

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine. Meanwhile, the Presidents of Russia and US are at each other's throat regarding accusations of meddling in US election 2020. Taliban and US, too, are stuck in disagreements regarding withdrawal of US troops. Click on headlines to read more Bangladesh starts celebrations to mark 50 years of independence Indian Prime Minister Modi will visit Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26 and will join the main Independence Day celebrations that also marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Biden says US troops withdrawal 'tough' by May; Taliban warns of consequences The Taliban has retaliated by asserting that the US troops must leave Afghanistan by the decided deadline or face the "consequences". WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine; approves J&J for COVID variants The statement has come after several countries temporarily suspended the use of AstraZeneca after a few cases of formation of blood clots were reported around the world. Russia dismisses US reports on poll meddling as Biden doubles down on allegations 'The document prepared by the US intelligence community is another set of groundless accusations against our country of interfering in American internal political processes,' Russia replied. 'I too kneel,' says Pope Francis on Myanmar nun who tried to stop violence Ann Rose Nu Tawng's image of kneeling in front of the police went viral earlier this month and was praised worldwide as a symbol of peace to counter the junta's brutal crackdown. UK's Boris Johnson to get AstraZeneca vaccine as he dismisses safety fears The comments made by Johnson came after he repeatedly insisted that AstraZeneca's vaccine is safe despite many European nations stopping its rollout over cases of blood clots. Taiwan bolsters South China Sea deployment, gets US submarine parts export nod Speaking in parliament, Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng, who took up his post last month, said Taiwan has increased personnel and armaments on Itu Aba, the main island Taiwan occupies in the South China Sea. Man who survived Ebola five years ago may have transmitted it through semen in Guinea Scientists have concluded that the Guinea outbreak has definitely been spread from someone who survived the 2014-2016 epidemic in West Africa. India, Bangladesh discuss Teesta pact, flood management during talks India and Bangladesh share 54 common rivers. During the almost day-long talks in Delhi both sides agreed to expand cooperation to include mitigation of pollution, riverbank protection and basin management. EU Chief proposes 'digital green certificates' and curbs on vaccine exports This warning has come as the EU has been on crossroads with the UK over vaccine delivery after the EU accused Britain of operating a de facto export ban, which Boris Johnson denied.

Top 10 world news: WHO backs AstraZeneca and J&J, Biden warns Putin, and more

After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site. Meanwhile, in the west, the&nbsp;has the US has also labelled&nbsp;Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-designates-five-chinese-companies-as-security-threats-370412" hreflang="en">US designates five Chinese companies as security threats</a>

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In light of the worsening relations between the United States and China, Washington has labeled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-tells-amazon-to-remove-bikinis-doormats-featuring-its-lion-flag-370402">Sri Lanka tells Amazon to remove bikinis, doormats featuring its lion flag</a>

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Several Chinese vendors on Amazon were offering the non-slip doormat at prices ranging from $10 to $24, and the lion-printed briefs and bikini from $9.20 to $17.30.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-calls-on-russia-to-end-persecution-of-independent-voices-370409">US calls on Russia to end persecution of independent voices</a>

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Taking to Twitter, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an end to the 'persecution of independent voices'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-says-10th-anniversary-of-syrian-war-must-speed-up-peace-efforts-370415" hreflang="en">Pope says 10th anniversary of Syrian war must speed up peace efforts</a>

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In mid-March, 2011, peaceful pro-democracy protests snowballed into a bloody conflict that sucked in major world powers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beds-shortage-forces-france-to-evacuate-over-100-covid-patients-from-paris-370413" hreflang="en">Beds' shortage forces France to evacuate over 100 COVID patients from Paris</a>

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Coronavirus hospitals in Paris are running up to their full capacity, leading to a massive shortage of beds, especially in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hindus-pardon-mob-accused-of-vandalising-temple-in-pakistan-370419" hreflang="en">Hindus 'pardon' mob accused of vandalising temple in Pakistan</a>

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The local clerics and members of the Hindu community held a meeting on Saturday to resolve the dispute.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/google-collects-data-in-incognito-mode-consumers-allege-in-lawsuit-370408" hreflang="en">Google collects data in incognito mode, consumers allege in lawsuit</a>

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It has been revealed that Google secretly scoops out users' data, even in the incognito mode, defying the basic idea of this model.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/this-planet-is-hotter-than-80-per-cent-of-stars-in-the-universe-370398" hreflang="en">This planet is hotter than 80 per cent of stars in the universe</a>

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Can you imagine a space body almost hot as our Sun all the while being a 'planet'? Well, there are such planets.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ireland-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-coronavirus-vaccine-370416" hreflang="en">Ireland suspends use of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine</a>

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This decision has been taken after there were several reported cases of blood clots being formed in people who took a shot of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-attack-iran-coastguard-base-several-persons-wounded-370410" hreflang="en">Protesters attack Iran coastguard base, several persons wounded</a>

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As per the reports, the clash erupted after a young man was killed in a confrontation between the coastguard and fuel smugglers.

After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site.

After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site. Meanwhile, in the west, the has the US has also labelled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats. Click on headlines to read more US designates five Chinese companies as security threats In light of the worsening relations between the United States and China, Washington has labeled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats. Sri Lanka tells Amazon to remove bikinis, doormats featuring its lion flag Several Chinese vendors on Amazon were offering the non-slip doormat at prices ranging from $10 to $24, and the lion-printed briefs and bikini from $9.20 to $17.30. US calls on Russia to end persecution of independent voices Taking to Twitter, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an end to the 'persecution of independent voices'. Pope says 10th anniversary of Syrian war must speed up peace efforts In mid-March, 2011, peaceful pro-democracy protests snowballed into a bloody conflict that sucked in major world powers. Beds' shortage forces France to evacuate over 100 COVID patients from Paris Coronavirus hospitals in Paris are running up to their full capacity, leading to a massive shortage of beds, especially in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Hindus 'pardon' mob accused of vandalising temple in Pakistan The local clerics and members of the Hindu community held a meeting on Saturday to resolve the dispute. Google collects data in incognito mode, consumers allege in lawsuit It has been revealed that Google secretly scoops out users' data, even in the incognito mode, defying the basic idea of this model. This planet is hotter than 80 per cent of stars in the universe Can you imagine a space body almost hot as our Sun all the while being a 'planet'? Well, there are such planets. Ireland suspends use of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine This decision has been taken after there were several reported cases of blood clots being formed in people who took a shot of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine. Protesters attack Iran coastguard base, several persons wounded As per the reports, the clash erupted after a young man was killed in a confrontation between the coastguard and fuel smugglers.

Top 10 world news today: US attacks Chinese companies, Sri Lanka warns Amazon, and more

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Meanwhile, in the South Asian country of Pakistan, the Senate erupted into chaos over allegation of spy cameras and the win of&nbsp;PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-pm-modi-says-quad-force-of-global-good-as-first-ever-summit-begins-369981" hreflang="en">LIVE: PM Modi says Quad 'force of global good' as first-ever summit begins</a>

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The first-ever summit of Quad, a grouping involving India, Japan, Australia, and US took place virtually on Friday, marking a significant geopolitical moment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-govt-candidate-sanjrani-wins-senate-chairmanship-after-chaotic-scenes-369974">Pakistan: Govt candidate Sanjrani elected Senate chairman after chaotic scenes</a>

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After a day full of chaos, the Imran Khan-government backed PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani&nbsp;on Friday won the chairmanship of Pakistan's Senate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/austrias-chancellor-accuses-eu-of-having-secret-contracts-with-vaccine-companies-369989">Austria accuses EU of having 'secret contracts' with vaccine companies</a>

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Austria's Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has suggested that some European countries have signed "secret contracts" with several&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;companies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/russia-announces-support-for-afghanistan-interim-coalition-with-taliban-369958">Russia announces support for Afghanistan interim coalition with Taliban</a>

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Russia on Friday said it was in favour of Afghanistan forming an interim government including members of the Taliban, ahead of talks next week in Moscow aiming to resolve the conflict.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mithali-raj-becomes-first-indian-woman-to-score-10000-international-runs-369902">Mithali Raj becomes first Indian woman to score 10,000 international runs</a>

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Indian ODI captain Mithali Raj on Friday became the first Indian woman to complete 10,000 runs in international cricket.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/russian-space-agency-chief-calls-us-technology-unstable-to-reach-international-space-station-369942">Russian space agency chief calls US technology 'unstable' to reach ISS</a>

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Russia last year lost its monopoly for manned flights to the International Space Station (ISS) after the first successful mission of the US company Space X.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-married-woman-who-visited-doctor-over-hurt-ankle-finds-she-was-born-man-369953" hreflang="en">China: Married woman, who visited doctor over hurt ankle finds she was born man</a>

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The 25-year-old woman discovered that she is intersex after she underwent an X-ray of her injured ankle.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nawaz-sharif-says-pm-imran-khan-senior-military-officials-will-be-responsible-if-anything-happens-to-daughter-369967" hreflang="en">Pak PM, army officials to be responsible if anything happens to my daughter</a>

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Nawaz Sharif said that the military establishment have threatened to "smash" Maryam if she does not stop speaking against them in a video message from London.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/excellent-vaccine-who-backs-use-of-astrazenecas-coronavirus-vaccine-369954" hreflang="en">'Excellent vaccine': WHO backs use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine</a>

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After a flurry of concerning reports from various resources, the World Health Organization (WHO) has backed the use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-baroness-call-for-6-pm-curfew-for-men-after-sarah-everards-murder-369961" hreflang="en">UK baroness call for 6 pm curfew for men for safety of women</a>

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This case has sent shockwaves across the globe as it has highlighted the sad situation of women safety in the world, especially in a 'developed' city as London.

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Meanwhile, in the South Asian country of Pakistan, the Senate erupted into chaos over allegation of spy cameras and the win of PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani. Click on headlines to read more LIVE: PM Modi says Quad 'force of global good' as first-ever summit begins The first-ever summit of Quad, a grouping involving India, Japan, Australia, and US took place virtually on Friday, marking a significant geopolitical moment. Pakistan: Govt candidate Sanjrani elected Senate chairman after chaotic scenes After a day full of chaos, the Imran Khan-government backed PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani on Friday won the chairmanship of Pakistan's Senate. Austria accuses EU of having 'secret contracts' with vaccine companies Austria's Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has suggested that some European countries have signed "secret contracts" with several coronavirus vaccine companies. Russia announces support for Afghanistan interim coalition with Taliban Russia on Friday said it was in favour of Afghanistan forming an interim government including members of the Taliban, ahead of talks next week in Moscow aiming to resolve the conflict. Mithali Raj becomes first Indian woman to score 10,000 international runs Indian ODI captain Mithali Raj on Friday became the first Indian woman to complete 10,000 runs in international cricket. Russian space agency chief calls US technology 'unstable' to reach ISS Russia last year lost its monopoly for manned flights to the International Space Station (ISS) after the first successful mission of the US company Space X. China: Married woman, who visited doctor over hurt ankle finds she was born man The 25-year-old woman discovered that she is intersex after she underwent an X-ray of her injured ankle. Pak PM, army officials to be responsible if anything happens to my daughter Nawaz Sharif said that the military establishment have threatened to "smash" Maryam if she does not stop speaking against them in a video message from London. 'Excellent vaccine': WHO backs use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine After a flurry of concerning reports from various resources, the World Health Organization (WHO) has backed the use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine. UK baroness call for 6 pm curfew for men for safety of women This case has sent shockwaves across the globe as it has highlighted the sad situation of women safety in the world, especially in a 'developed' city as London.

Top 10 world news today: Quad summit, Pak Senate elections, and more

A study has revealed that&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has&nbsp;approved&nbsp;Johnson&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Johnson's single-dose coronavirus&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a>. The news is slightly bad for AstraZeneca, though, as Denmark and Norway are&nbsp;temporarily suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/pfizer-vaccine-97-effective-in-preventing-symptomatic-covid-19-disease-study-369728" hreflang="en">Pfizer vaccine 97% effective in preventing symptomatic Covid-19 disease: Study</a>

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Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease, a study based on real-world evidence published on Thursday said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-junta-accuses-suu-kyi-of-taking-600000-illegal-payment-369683">Myanmar junta accuses Suu Kyi of taking $600,000 illegal payment</a>

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Myanmar's military junta on Thursday accused detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi of accepting a $600,000 illegal payment and more than 11 kilograms of gold.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nancy-pelosi-accuses-china-of-destroying-tibets-culture-and-history-369731">Nancy&nbsp;Pelosi accuses China of destroying Tibet's culture and history</a>

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She&nbsp;accused China of waging a campaign to destroy Tibet's culture and history by forcing locals to sacrifice their rights and freedom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-a-racist-family-prince-william-defends-royal-family-against-meghan-markles-accusation-369712">Prince William defends Royal Family against Meghan Markle's accusation</a>

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The Royal Family of the UK has been in the headlines for accusations made against them of being racist in an interview of Meghan Markle and Harry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-vs-twitter-kremlin-says-over-3000-posts-with-illegal-content-still-not-deleted-369702">Russia vs Twitter: Kremlin says posts with illegal content still not deleted</a>

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Russia's telecommunications watchdog on Thursday said that Twitter has still not deleted over 3,000 posts with illegal content after Kremlin slowed down Twitter's services in the nation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-are-favourites-to-win-t20-world-cup-says-virat-kohli-369729">England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli</a>

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Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-entrepreneur-selling-donald-trumps-buddha-statue-at-this-price-369704" hreflang="en">Chinese entrepreneur selling Donald Trump's Buddha statue at this price</a>

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A Chinese entrepreneur is selling a pensive statue of former US President Donald Trump sitting cross-legged and with his eyes closed in a zen position, draped in a robe, a pose associated with Buddha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-open-transparent-on-covid-19-will-work-with-who-to-find-origins-premier-li-keqiang-369737" hreflang="en">'China 'open, transparent' on Covid-19, will work with WHO to find origins'</a>

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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China is "open, transparent and cooperative" on the novel coronavirus and will continue to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) to find the origins of the virus.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nine-protestors-killed-in-myanmar-several-injured-369724">Nine protestors killed in Myanmar; several injured</a>

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In the continued protests over the military coup and detention of the popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi, nine protestors have been shot dead on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-due-to-blood-clot-fears-369692">Denmark, Norway suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears</a>

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Health authorities in Denmark said on Thursday said that they were temporarily suspending use of COVID-19 vaccine.&nbsp;This precaution is being taken as some patients developed blood clots after they received the vaccine.&nbsp;

A study has revealed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson's single-dose coronavirus vaccine.

A study has revealed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson's single-dose coronavirus vaccine. The news is slightly bad for AstraZeneca, though, as Denmark and Norway are temporarily suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine. Click on headlines to read more Pfizer vaccine 97% effective in preventing symptomatic Covid-19 disease: Study Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease, a study based on real-world evidence published on Thursday said. Myanmar junta accuses Suu Kyi of taking $600,000 illegal payment Myanmar's military junta on Thursday accused detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi of accepting a $600,000 illegal payment and more than 11 kilograms of gold. Nancy Pelosi accuses China of destroying Tibet's culture and history She accused China of waging a campaign to destroy Tibet's culture and history by forcing locals to sacrifice their rights and freedom. Prince William defends Royal Family against Meghan Markle's accusation The Royal Family of the UK has been in the headlines for accusations made against them of being racist in an interview of Meghan Markle and Harry. Russia vs Twitter: Kremlin says posts with illegal content still not deleted Russia's telecommunications watchdog on Thursday said that Twitter has still not deleted over 3,000 posts with illegal content after Kremlin slowed down Twitter's services in the nation. England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field. Chinese entrepreneur selling Donald Trump's Buddha statue at this price A Chinese entrepreneur is selling a pensive statue of former US President Donald Trump sitting cross-legged and with his eyes closed in a zen position, draped in a robe, a pose associated with Buddha. 'China 'open, transparent' on Covid-19, will work with WHO to find origins' Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China is "open, transparent and cooperative" on the novel coronavirus and will continue to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) to find the origins of the virus. Nine protestors killed in Myanmar; several injured In the continued protests over the military coup and detention of the popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi, nine protestors have been shot dead on Thursday. Denmark, Norway suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears Health authorities in Denmark said on Thursday said that they were temporarily suspending use of COVID-19 vaccine. This precaution is being taken as some patients developed blood clots after they received the vaccine.

Top 10 world news today: AstraZeneca's use suspended, Prince William defends family, and more

Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after&nbsp;heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by&nbsp;European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing&nbsp;a vaccine export ban.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-heavy-rains-cause-havoc-hawaii-declares-emergency-orders-evacuations-369412" hreflang="en">After heavy rains cause havoc, Hawaii declares emergency, orders evacuations</a>

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The move came after a dam overflowed on the island of Maui, forcing evacuations and destroying homes, with the dam's 'unsatisfactory' condition leading to it being scheduled for removal this year, the land department has said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-accuses-us-admiral-of-hyping-up-threat-of-taiwan-invasion-369378">China accuses US admiral of 'hyping up' threat of Taiwan invasion</a>

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China on Wednesday accused a top US commander of attempting to "hype up" the threat of an invasion of Taiwan to inflate Washington's defence spend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-rejects-eus-claims-of-covid-19-vaccine-blocking-369462">Boris Johnson rejects EU's claims of COVID-19 vaccine blocking</a>

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"Let me be clear: we have not blocked the export of a single Covid-19 vaccine or vaccine components," Boris Johnson said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-and-other-russian-official-websites-down-experts-doubt-us-involvement-369398">Kremlin and other Russian official websites down; experts doubt US involvement</a>

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This alleged move from the US has come after the officials concluded that Russia was likely involved in the controversial SolarWinds Orion attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-greenpeace-paragliders-land-on-ecb-building-to-protest-369428">In a first, Greenpeace paragliders land on ECB building to protest&nbsp;</a>

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After flying over the Main river in Frankfurt, the two activists landed at the low-rise ECB complex and unfurled a banner that demanded the ECB 'stop funding climate killers'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-1972-new-fatalities-brazil-yet-again-sees-record-covid-19-deaths-369430" hreflang="en">With 1,972 new fatalities, Brazil yet again sees record Covid-19 deaths</a>

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Brazil on Tuesday set yet another grim record of highest coronavirus deaths in a single day with 1,972 new fatalities, according to the Health Ministry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/two-afghan-youths-jailed-for-fire-in-greek-migrant-camp-369404" hreflang="en">Two Afghan youths jailed for fire in Greek migrant camp</a>

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About 13,000 people including pregnant women, the elderly, and young children were left without any shelter in two successive fires in September that destroyed the Moria camp.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/almost-all-young-women-have-been-sexually-harassed-in-uk-un-women-369448" hreflang="en">Almost all young women have been sexually harassed in UK: UN Women</a>

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Nearly 96 per cent of women said they did not even report the incidents, of which 45 per cent said they didn't report as they felt it would not change anything.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/christians-in-muslim-majority-malaysia-can-use-allah-in-publications-369394" hreflang="en">Christians in Muslim-majority Malaysia can use 'Allah' in publications</a>

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The Arabic word for God has long been divisive in Malaysia, with Christians complaining attempts to stop them using it to highlight creeping Islamisation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-netanyahu-to-make-first-official-trip-to-uae-thursday-reports-369468" hreflang="en">Israel's Netanyahu to make first official trip to UAE Thursday: Reports</a>

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to make his first official visit to the UAE on Thursday following an agreement between the two countries to establish ties, Israeli media reported.

Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing a vaccine export ban.

Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing a vaccine export ban. Click on headlines to read more After heavy rains cause havoc, Hawaii declares emergency, orders evacuations The move came after a dam overflowed on the island of Maui, forcing evacuations and destroying homes, with the dam's 'unsatisfactory' condition leading to it being scheduled for removal this year, the land department has said. China accuses US admiral of 'hyping up' threat of Taiwan invasion China on Wednesday accused a top US commander of attempting to "hype up" the threat of an invasion of Taiwan to inflate Washington's defence spend. Boris Johnson rejects EU's claims of COVID-19 vaccine blocking "Let me be clear: we have not blocked the export of a single Covid-19 vaccine or vaccine components," Boris Johnson said. Kremlin and other Russian official websites down; experts doubt US involvement This alleged move from the US has come after the officials concluded that Russia was likely involved in the controversial SolarWinds Orion attacks. In a first, Greenpeace paragliders land on ECB building to protest After flying over the Main river in Frankfurt, the two activists landed at the low-rise ECB complex and unfurled a banner that demanded the ECB 'stop funding climate killers'. With 1,972 new fatalities, Brazil yet again sees record Covid-19 deaths Brazil on Tuesday set yet another grim record of highest coronavirus deaths in a single day with 1,972 new fatalities, according to the Health Ministry. Two Afghan youths jailed for fire in Greek migrant camp About 13,000 people including pregnant women, the elderly, and young children were left without any shelter in two successive fires in September that destroyed the Moria camp. Almost all young women have been sexually harassed in UK: UN Women Nearly 96 per cent of women said they did not even report the incidents, of which 45 per cent said they didn't report as they felt it would not change anything. Christians in Muslim-majority Malaysia can use 'Allah' in publications The Arabic word for God has long been divisive in Malaysia, with Christians complaining attempts to stop them using it to highlight creeping Islamisation. Israel's Netanyahu to make first official trip to UAE Thursday: Reports Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to make his first official visit to the UAE on Thursday following an agreement between the two countries to establish ties, Israeli media reported.

Top 10 world news: Hawaii floods, UK rejects EU's vaccine claims, and more

China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-military-budget-to-rise-68-this-year-gdp-target-at-above-6-368097">China's military budget to rise 6.8% this year, GDP target at above 6%</a>

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As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-cancels-tsunami-warning-after-three-strong-offshore-earthquakes-368085">New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong offshore earthquakes</a>

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New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-blocks-export-of-oxford-astrazeneca-vaccine-shipment-to-australia-368096">Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia</a>

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The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/looking-forward-with-strong-interest-for-irans-willingness-to-engage-us-on-nuclear-issue-368093">Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue</a>

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As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-account-will-be-back-on-youtube-once-risk-of-violence-reduces-368092">Donald Trump's account will be back on YouTube once 'risk of violence' reduces</a>

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YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced.&nbsp;

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China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours. Click on headlines to read more China's military budget to rise 6.8% this year, GDP target at above 6% As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong offshore earthquakes New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours. Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses. Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog. Donald Trump's account will be back on YouTube once 'risk of violence' reduces YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced. Watch |

Morning news brief: China's military budget, earthquakes in New Zealand, and more

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/only-today-38-people-died-us-condemns-brutal-violence-by-myanmar-military-367809">'Only today, 38 people died': US condemns 'brutal violence' by Myanmar military</a>

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International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-rocket-explodes-on-ground-367798">SpaceX rocket explodes on ground</a>

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SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swedish-police-probe-stabbing-incident-as-terror-motive-after-8-injured-367810">Swedish police probe stabbing incident as 'terror motive' after 8 injured</a>

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Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alarming-situation-in-brazil-as-record-covid-19-death-toll-seen-for-second-straight-day-367800">'Alarming' situation in Brazil as record Covid-19 death toll seen for second straight day</a>

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With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-to-seek-vote-of-confidence-after-senate-election-defeat-367799">Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat</a>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neanderthal-thinking-joe-biden-slams-texas-mississippi-for-dropping-mask-wearing-requirements-367811">'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50.

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Click on headlines to read more 'Only today, 38 people died': US condemns 'brutal violence' by Myanmar military International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50. SpaceX rocket explodes on ground SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Swedish police probe stabbing incident as 'terror motive' after 8 injured Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda. 'Alarming' situation in Brazil as record Covid-19 death toll seen for second straight day With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll. Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad. 'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

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