China reported 105 new deaths on Monday as the death toll rose to 1,770 due to coronavirus. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump and&nbsp;Turkish President&nbsp;Recep&nbsp;Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan have asked Russia to stopped backing Syrian atrocities.

Millions&nbsp;quarantined in China as coronavirus death toll rises to 1,770

China reported 105 new deaths on Monday as the death toll rose to 1,770 due to coronavirus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/millions-quarantined-in-china-as-coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-1770-281002">Read more</a>

President Trump, Turkey call Russia to stop backing Syrian 'atrocities'

In a call with Turkish President&nbsp;Recep&nbsp;Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan, US President Donald Trump asked Russia to stop backing Syrian atrocities. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-turkey-call-for-russia-to-stop-backing-syrian-atrocities-281103">Read more</a>

99 more confirmed with coronavirus on Japanese cruise; total cases jump to 454

Nearly 99 more people on the Diamond Princess cruise ship off Yokohama have been confirmed infected with novel coronavirus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-99-more-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-in-diamond-princess-japanese-cruise-281124">Read more</a>

Storm Dennis wreaks havoc across United Kingdom, parts of France

Britain on Monday grappled with the fallout from&nbsp;Storm&nbsp;Dennis, with several major incidents declared due to flooding and hundreds of warnings still in place after it battered the country over the weekend. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/storm-dennis-wreaks-havoc-across-united-kingdom-parts-of-france-281173">Read more</a>

UK to invest $1.6 billion in weather and climate supercomputer

The&nbsp;British government&nbsp;will invest 1.2 billion pounds in what it claims is the world's most powerful supercomputer to provide more accurate weather and climate forecasts. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-invest-16-billion-in-weather-and-climate-supercomputer-281035">Read more</a>

Twenty-four killed in Burkina Faso church attack: Governor

Gunmen have killed 24 people and wounded 18 in an attack on a Protestant church in a village in northern&nbsp;Burkina Faso. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twenty-four-killed-in-burkina-faso-church-attack-governor-281154">Read more</a>

14 children among up to 22 dead in Cameroon massacre: United Nations

Armed men have massacred 22 villagers including 14 children in an anglophone region of&nbsp;Cameroon, according to the&nbsp;United Nations. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/14-children-among-up-to-22-dead-in-cameroon-massacre-united-nations-281151">Read more</a>

United Arab Emirates issues operating licence for Arab world's first nuclear plant

The&nbsp;United Arab Emirates&nbsp;has issued an operating licence for the Arab world's first nuclear power plant. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-arab-emirates-issues-operating-licence-for-arab-worlds-first-nuclear-plant-281148">Read more</a>

Libya arms embargo has become a joke: United Nations

UN Deputy Special Representative to Libya Stephanie Williams said that arms embargo has become a joke in Libya as the world body called members to "step up".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-news-libya-arms-embargo-has-become-a-joke-un-281003">Read more</a>

Pole vault wonder boy Armand Duplantis breaks own world record within a week

Pole vault's new wonder boy Armand Duplantis is back in the news for breaking his world record within a week.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pole-vaulting-wonder-boy-armand-duplantis-breaks-his-world-record-within-a-week-281080">Read more</a>

China reported 105 new deaths on Monday as the death toll rose to 1,770 due to coronavirus. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have asked Russia to stopped backing Syrian atrocities.

China reported 105 new deaths on Monday as the death toll rose to 1,770 due to coronavirus. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have asked Russia to stopped backing Syrian atrocities. Millions quarantined in China as coronavirus death toll rises to 1,770 China reported 105 new deaths on Monday as the death toll rose to 1,770 due to coronavirus. Read more President Trump, Turkey call Russia to stop backing Syrian 'atrocities' In a call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, US President Donald Trump asked Russia to stop backing Syrian atrocities. Read more 99 more confirmed with coronavirus on Japanese cruise; total cases jump to 454 Nearly 99 more people on the Diamond Princess cruise ship off Yokohama have been confirmed infected with novel coronavirus. Read more Storm Dennis wreaks havoc across United Kingdom, parts of France Britain on Monday grappled with the fallout from Storm Dennis, with several major incidents declared due to flooding and hundreds of warnings still in place after it battered the country over the weekend. Read more UK to invest $1.6 billion in weather and climate supercomputer The British government will invest 1.2 billion pounds in what it claims is the world's most powerful supercomputer to provide more accurate weather and climate forecasts. Read more Twenty-four killed in Burkina Faso church attack: Governor Gunmen have killed 24 people and wounded 18 in an attack on a Protestant church in a village in northern Burkina Faso. Read more 14 children among up to 22 dead in Cameroon massacre: United Nations Armed men have massacred 22 villagers including 14 children in an anglophone region of Cameroon, according to the United Nations. Read more United Arab Emirates issues operating licence for Arab world's first nuclear plant The United Arab Emirates has issued an operating licence for the Arab world's first nuclear power plant. Read more Libya arms embargo has become a joke: United Nations UN Deputy Special Representative to Libya Stephanie Williams said that arms embargo has become a joke in Libya as the world body called members to "step up". Read more Pole vault wonder boy Armand Duplantis breaks own world record within a week Pole vault's new wonder boy Armand Duplantis is back in the news for breaking his world record within a week. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus death toll rises, US and Turkey call out Russia on Syria

Iran will never yield to America's pressure for talks, says President Rouhani

Iran will never hold talks with its longtime foe, the United States, under pressure, President Hassan Rouhani said in a televised news conference on Sunday, adding that Tehran's help was essential to establish security in the Middle East. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-never-yield-to-americas-pressure-for-talks-says-president-rouhani-280967">Read more</a>

Coronavirus outbreak: China reports drop in cases for third consecutive day as toll passes 1,600

The number of new cases from China's coronavirus epidemic dropped for a third consecutive day on Sunday, as the World Health Organisation chief warned it was "impossible" to predict how the outbreak would develop.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-outbreak-china-reports-drop-in-cases-for-third-consecutive-day-as-toll-passes-1600-280937">Read more</a>

Sri Lanka calls on US to reconsider barring army chief

Sri Lanka on Sunday said the US should reconsider its decision to refuse entry to the island's army chief over his alleged war crimes and warned that relations were being "unnecessarily complicated".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-calls-on-us-to-reconsider-barring-army-chief-280963">Read more</a>

UK issues rare 'danger to life' warning over Storm Dennis

Storm Dennis swept across Britain on Sunday with the army drafted in to help deal with heavy flooding and high winds, officials warning it could be "life-threatening" in South Wales.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-uk-issues-rare-danger-to-life-warning-over-storm-dennis-280930">Read more</a>

Pakistan's fate hangs in the balance as FATF plenary kicks off today in Paris&nbsp;

Pakistan's fate hangs in balance as crucial Financial Action Task Force (FATF) plenary begins in Paris later today. The plenary will decide whether Pakistan stays in or out of the 'Grey List'.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-fate-hangs-in-balance-as-fatf-plenary-starts-today-in-paris-280888">Read more</a>

Virus spreads on ship in Japan, American passengers set to disembark

Hundreds of passengers were preparing to be evacuated from a cruise ship on Sunday after spending two weeks under quarantine off Japan over the coronavirus, with Americans expected to begin flying home on chartered planes as soon as Sunday evening.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virus-spreads-on-ship-in-japan-american-passengers-set-to-disembark-280966">Read more</a>

'Happy I can choose': New era sees Saudi women light up in public

Like Western feminists of the early 20th century, in an era of social change in Saudi Arabia some women are embracing cigarettes, shisha pipes or vaping as a symbol of emancipation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-happy-i-can-choose-new-era-sees-saudi-women-light-up-in-public-280946">Read more</a>

Multiple rockets hit Iraqi base hosting American troops near US embassy; no casualties

Multiple rockets hit an Iraqi base hosting American troops near the US embassy early Sunday, the latest in a flurry of attacks against US assets in the country.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-rocket-attack-hits-near-us-embassy-in-iraq-capital-militaries-280932">Read more</a>

Turkey President Erdogan says Russia managing Libya war 'at highest level'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Russia of managing the Libyan conflict "at the highest level", local media reported Saturday, as Ankara-Moscow tensions mount.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-erdogan-says-russia-managing-libya-war-at-highest-level-280933">Read more</a>

NBA loses 'hundreds of millions' in China over Hong Kong tweet

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Saturday the league expects to lose "several hundred million dollars" due to a row with China over a tweet by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/latest-sports-news-nba-loses-hundreds-of-millions-in-china-over-hong-kong-tweet-280931">Read more</a>

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Iran will never yield to America's pressure for talks, says President Rouhani Iran will never hold talks with its longtime foe, the United States, under pressure, President Hassan Rouhani said in a televised news conference on Sunday, adding that Tehran's help was essential to establish security in the Middle East.

Iran will never yield to America's pressure for talks, says President Rouhani Iran will never hold talks with its longtime foe, the United States, under pressure, President Hassan Rouhani said in a televised news conference on Sunday, adding that Tehran's help was essential to establish security in the Middle East. Read more Coronavirus outbreak: China reports drop in cases for third consecutive day as toll passes 1,600 The number of new cases from China's coronavirus epidemic dropped for a third consecutive day on Sunday, as the World Health Organisation chief warned it was "impossible" to predict how the outbreak would develop. Read more Sri Lanka calls on US to reconsider barring army chief Sri Lanka on Sunday said the US should reconsider its decision to refuse entry to the island's army chief over his alleged war crimes and warned that relations were being "unnecessarily complicated". Read more UK issues rare 'danger to life' warning over Storm Dennis Storm Dennis swept across Britain on Sunday with the army drafted in to help deal with heavy flooding and high winds, officials warning it could be "life-threatening" in South Wales. Read more Pakistan's fate hangs in the balance as FATF plenary kicks off today in Paris Pakistan's fate hangs in balance as crucial Financial Action Task Force (FATF) plenary begins in Paris later today. The plenary will decide whether Pakistan stays in or out of the 'Grey List'. Read more Virus spreads on ship in Japan, American passengers set to disembark Hundreds of passengers were preparing to be evacuated from a cruise ship on Sunday after spending two weeks under quarantine off Japan over the coronavirus, with Americans expected to begin flying home on chartered planes as soon as Sunday evening. Read more 'Happy I can choose': New era sees Saudi women light up in public Like Western feminists of the early 20th century, in an era of social change in Saudi Arabia some women are embracing cigarettes, shisha pipes or vaping as a symbol of emancipation. Read more Multiple rockets hit Iraqi base hosting American troops near US embassy; no casualties Multiple rockets hit an Iraqi base hosting American troops near the US embassy early Sunday, the latest in a flurry of attacks against US assets in the country. Read more Turkey President Erdogan says Russia managing Libya war 'at highest level' Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Russia of managing the Libyan conflict "at the highest level", local media reported Saturday, as Ankara-Moscow tensions mount. Read more NBA loses 'hundreds of millions' in China over Hong Kong tweet NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Saturday the league expects to lose "several hundred million dollars" due to a row with China over a tweet by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus outbreak, Iran warns US, and more

France confirms first coronavirus death outside Asia as China toll rises to 1,500

An 80-year-old Chinese woman died in France due to coronavirus, the first death confirmed outside of Asia.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-confirms-first-coronavirus-death-outside-asia-280816"> Read more</a>

India takes strong exception to Turkish President Erdogan's comments on Kashmir&nbsp;

India criticised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and asked him to not to interfere in India’s internal affairs and to develop a proper understanding of facts including the threat of terrorism emanating from Pakistan.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-takes-strong-exception-to-turkish-president-erdogans-comments-on-kashmir-280785">Read more</a>

Australian bushfires extinguished, but climate rows rage on

Australia's "black summer" of devastating bushfires is finally coming to a close, but bitter arguments over how to tackle climate-fuelled disasters are raging on.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-bushfires-extinguished-but-climate-rows-rage-on-280835">&nbsp;Read more</a>

US defence chief warns of Huawei 5G 'threat' to NATO

Top US officials fired a fresh broadside at Huawei on Saturday, warning the Chinese tech giant posed a threat to NATO if allies allowed it to build new 5G communications networks.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-chief-warns-of-huawei-5g-threat-to-nato-280840">Read more</a>

NASA to explore Venus, moons of Jupiter and Neptune next

NASA is going to fund four concept studies for potential robotic missions to Venus, Jupiter’s moon Io and Neptune’s moon Triton under its Discovery Program to investigate how the cosmos came into existence.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-to-explore-venus-moons-of-jupiter-and-neptune-next-280844">Read more</a>

Pakistan court orders release of Pashtun rights leader

A Pakistani court Saturday ordered the release of a Pashtun rights leader critical of the military, his lawyer said, weeks after he was arrested on sedition charges.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-orders-release-of-pashtun-rights-leader-280830">Read more</a>

40 killed in attacks in restive central Mali

Forty people, including nine soldiers, have been killed in a spate of attacks in central Mali, authorities said Friday, with most of the deaths caused by inter-ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/40-killed-in-attacks-in-restive-central-mali-280847">&nbsp;Read more</a>

Irked US squeezes Iraq with cash delays, short waivers

Irked by Iraq's close ties to neighbouring Iran, Washington has begun following through on threats to squeeze Baghdad's fragile economy with delays to crucial cash deliveries and shortened sanctions waivers.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irked-us-squeezes-iraq-with-cash-delays-short-waivers-280853">Read more</a>

Airbus 'deeply regrets' US tariff hike from 10% to 15%

The United States is increasing tariffs on Airbus planes imported from Europe to 15 per cent, authorities announced, in a move, the aerospace giant said on Saturday was "deeply" regrettable. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/airbus-deeply-regrets-us-tariff-hike-from-10-to-15-280848">Read more</a>

Irked US squeezes Iraq with cash delays, short waivers

Irked by Iraq's close ties to neighbouring Iran, Washington has begun following through on threats to squeeze Baghdad's fragile economy with delays to crucial cash deliveries and shortened sanctions waivers. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irked-us-squeezes-iraq-with-cash-delays-short-waivers-280853">Read more</a>

France confirms first coronavirus death outside Asia as China toll rises to 1,500 An 80-year-old Chinese woman died in France due to coronavirus, the first death confirmed outside of Asia.

France confirms first coronavirus death outside Asia as China toll rises to 1,500 An 80-year-old Chinese woman died in France due to coronavirus, the first death confirmed outside of Asia. Read more India takes strong exception to Turkish President Erdogan's comments on Kashmir India criticised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and asked him to not to interfere in India’s internal affairs and to develop a proper understanding of facts including the threat of terrorism emanating from Pakistan. Read more Australian bushfires extinguished, but climate rows rage on Australia's "black summer" of devastating bushfires is finally coming to a close, but bitter arguments over how to tackle climate-fuelled disasters are raging on. Read more US defence chief warns of Huawei 5G 'threat' to NATO Top US officials fired a fresh broadside at Huawei on Saturday, warning the Chinese tech giant posed a threat to NATO if allies allowed it to build new 5G communications networks. Read more NASA to explore Venus, moons of Jupiter and Neptune next NASA is going to fund four concept studies for potential robotic missions to Venus, Jupiter’s moon Io and Neptune’s moon Triton under its Discovery Program to investigate how the cosmos came into existence. Read more Pakistan court orders release of Pashtun rights leader A Pakistani court Saturday ordered the release of a Pashtun rights leader critical of the military, his lawyer said, weeks after he was arrested on sedition charges. Read more 40 killed in attacks in restive central Mali Forty people, including nine soldiers, have been killed in a spate of attacks in central Mali, authorities said Friday, with most of the deaths caused by inter-ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region. Read more Irked US squeezes Iraq with cash delays, short waivers Irked by Iraq's close ties to neighbouring Iran, Washington has begun following through on threats to squeeze Baghdad's fragile economy with delays to crucial cash deliveries and shortened sanctions waivers. Read more Airbus 'deeply regrets' US tariff hike from 10% to 15% The United States is increasing tariffs on Airbus planes imported from Europe to 15 per cent, authorities announced, in a move, the aerospace giant said on Saturday was "deeply" regrettable. Read more Irked US squeezes Iraq with cash delays, short waivers Irked by Iraq's close ties to neighbouring Iran, Washington has begun following through on threats to squeeze Baghdad's fragile economy with delays to crucial cash deliveries and shortened sanctions waivers. Read more

Top 10 world news today: France confirms first coronavirus death, Huawei 5G 'threat' to NATO and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-pollution-grips-chinas-capital-despite-reduced-emissions-from-coronavirus-economic-slowdown-280690">Air pollution grips China's capital despite reduced emissions from coronavirus economic slowdown</a>

Home to 22 million people, the capital has not resumed full economic activity following the Lunar New Year holiday due to the coronavirus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-pollution-grips-chinas-capital-despite-reduced-emissions-from-coronavirus-economic-slowdown-280690">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-afghan-forces-clash-despite-talk-of-breakthrough-in-peace-deal-280693">Taliban, Afghan forces clash despite talk of breakthrough in peace deal</a>

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday there was a 'good chance' of reaching an agreement with the Taliban on a reduction of US troops in Afghanistan.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-afghan-forces-clash-despite-talk-of-breakthrough-in-peace-deal-280693">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/emmanuel-macrons-lieutenant-benjamin-griveaux-out-of-paris-mayoral-race-for-sexting-280720">Emmanuel Macron's lieutenant Benjamin Griveaux out of Paris Mayoral race for sexting</a>

Griveaux has been subjected to months of anonymous statements defaming him and threats to disclose private conversations stolen from him becoming a routine fiasco for Griveaux and his family. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/emmanuel-macrons-lieutenant-benjamin-griveaux-out-of-paris-mayoral-race-for-sexting-280720">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/280673">Doughnut in space: NASA unveils most distant object ever visited</a>

NASA said the Arrokoth's smooth surface indicated it was well preserved since the end of the planet formation era.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/280673">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/antartica-melt-down-a-snow-paradise-falls-victim-to-drastic-climate-change-280656">Antarctic meltdown: Snow paradise registers over 20 degrees celsius for first time</a>

Brazilian researcher Carlos Schaefer has said on record that the region has never witnessed a temperature this high.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/antartica-melt-down-a-snow-paradise-falls-victim-to-drastic-climate-change-280656">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle-meghan-markle-prince-harry-fire-all-their-staff-in-uk-280692">Meghan Markle, Prince Harry fire all their staff in UK</a>

According to a report, the couple closed their UK office and asked their staff to leave way back in January soon after they decided to quit the royal family.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle-meghan-markle-prince-harry-fire-all-their-staff-in-uk-280692">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-non-profit-organization-ruins-trafficking-industry-with-sex-worker-chatbots-to-deter-potential-buyers-and-victims-280681">Non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking with ‘sex worker’ chatbots to deter potential buyers and victims</a>

2.1 million ads were placed between 2014 and 2016 that had simple deterrence messages such as “You could be arrested for buying sex online” or “By buying sex online you could be causing harm to a victim” and links to counselling services and other support groups.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-non-profit-organization-ruins-trafficking-industry-with-sex-worker-chatbots-to-deter-potential-buyers-and-victims-280681">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-over-1480-japan-confirms-first-death-280603">China's coronavirus death toll rises to over 1,480; Japan confirms first death</a>

According to the health ministry, 64,600 people have now been infected with the virus nationwide. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-over-1480-japan-confirms-first-death-280603">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pele-says-im-fine-after-his-son-talks-about-brazilian-football-legends-depression-280615">Pele says 'I will be 80, I'm fine', dismisses son's claim on depression</a>

The statement comes after Pele's son Edinho, in an interview to a Brazilian sports website had said: "He's embarrassed, he doesn't want to go out, be seen, or do practically anything that involves leaving the house. He is very shy, reclusive." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pele-says-im-fine-after-his-son-talks-about-brazilian-football-legends-depression-280615">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mcc-captain-kumar-sangakkara-to-revisit-2009-wound-in-pakistan-280663">Kumar Sangakkara visits Lahore for first time after 2009 bus attack on Lankan team</a>

The match will take place in the same Gaddafi Stadium, where the Sri Lankan team was attacked by militants in 2009 that killed eight people. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mcc-captain-kumar-sangakkara-to-revisit-2009-wound-in-pakistan-280663">READ MORE</a>

Air pollution grips China's capital despite reduced emissions from coronavirus economic slowdown Home to 22 million people, the capital has not resumed full economic activity following the Lunar New Year holiday due to the coronavirus.

Air pollution grips China's capital despite reduced emissions from coronavirus economic slowdown Home to 22 million people, the capital has not resumed full economic activity following the Lunar New Year holiday due to the coronavirus. READ MORE Taliban, Afghan forces clash despite talk of breakthrough in peace deal US President Donald Trump said on Thursday there was a 'good chance' of reaching an agreement with the Taliban on a reduction of US troops in Afghanistan.READ MORE Emmanuel Macron's lieutenant Benjamin Griveaux out of Paris Mayoral race for sexting Griveaux has been subjected to months of anonymous statements defaming him and threats to disclose private conversations stolen from him becoming a routine fiasco for Griveaux and his family. READ MORE Doughnut in space: NASA unveils most distant object ever visited NASA said the Arrokoth's smooth surface indicated it was well preserved since the end of the planet formation era.READ MORE Antarctic meltdown: Snow paradise registers over 20 degrees celsius for first time Brazilian researcher Carlos Schaefer has said on record that the region has never witnessed a temperature this high.READ MORE Meghan Markle, Prince Harry fire all their staff in UK According to a report, the couple closed their UK office and asked their staff to leave way back in January soon after they decided to quit the royal family.READ MORE Non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking with ‘sex worker’ chatbots to deter potential buyers and victims 2.1 million ads were placed between 2014 and 2016 that had simple deterrence messages such as “You could be arrested for buying sex online” or “By buying sex online you could be causing harm to a victim” and links to counselling services and other support groups.READ MORE China's coronavirus death toll rises to over 1,480; Japan confirms first death According to the health ministry, 64,600 people have now been infected with the virus nationwide. READ MORE Pele says 'I will be 80, I'm fine', dismisses son's claim on depression The statement comes after Pele's son Edinho, in an interview to a Brazilian sports website had said: "He's embarrassed, he doesn't want to go out, be seen, or do practically anything that involves leaving the house. He is very shy, reclusive." READ MORE Kumar Sangakkara visits Lahore for first time after 2009 bus attack on Lankan team The match will take place in the same Gaddafi Stadium, where the Sri Lankan team was attacked by militants in 2009 that killed eight people. READ MORE

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-confirms-first-death-due-to-coronavirus-280551">Japan confirms first death due to coronavirus</a>

Japan on Thursday confirmed its first coronavirus death, country's health minister announced on Thursday.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-confirms-first-death-due-to-coronavirus-280551" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-qantas-virgin-atlantic-among-many-who-banned-flights-to-china-among-coronavirus-outbreak-280547">United, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic among many who have extended flight ban to China on Coronavirus Fears</a> 
 
United Airlines issued a statement saying that it will extend cancellations of all US flights to China through late April due to the coronavirus epidemic.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-qantas-virgin-atlantic-among-many-who-banned-flights-to-china-among-coronavirus-outbreak-280547" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-agrees-to-compensate-families-of-uss-cole-victims-280545">Sudan agrees to compensate families of USS Cole victims</a>

Sudan has agreed to compensate the families of sailors killed in an al Qaeda attack on the USS Cole warship 20 years ago.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-agrees-to-compensate-families-of-uss-cole-victims-280545" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-disabled-lawmakers-fight-to-end-the-invisibility-of-people-with-disabilities-280540">Japan's disabled lawmakers fight to end the invisibility of people with disabilities</a>

Yasuhiko Funago is Japan's first lawmaker with a severe neurological disease that impairs his ability to speak.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-disabled-lawmakers-fight-to-end-the-invisibility-of-people-with-disabilities-280540" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-caution-advisory-issued-as-mount-merapi-erupts-280532">Indonesia: Caution advisory issued as Mount Merapi erupts</a>

Indonesia's Mount Merapi, one of the world's most active volcanoes, erupted Thursday as fiery red molten lava streamed down from the crater and it belched clouds of grey ash 2,000 metres into the sky.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-caution-advisory-issued-as-mount-merapi-erupts-280532" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-young-saudis-are-sowing-seeds-of-love-amid-conservative-boundaries-280523">How young Saudis are sowing seeds of love amid conservative boundaries</a>

Saudi Arabia is not just known for its lavish lifestyle but of rigid laws where once clampdown on something as trivial as selling roses was common. There was a time when relationships outside marriage in the country were seen as asking for a death wish.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-young-saudis-are-sowing-seeds-of-love-amid-conservative-boundaries-280523" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guinness-world-record-crowns-112-year-old-japanese-man-named-oldest-man-alive-280521">Guinness world record crowns 112-year-old Japanese man oldest man alive</a>

Japan's 112-year-old Chitetsu Watanabe has been crowned the world's oldest male.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guinness-world-record-crowns-112-year-old-japanese-man-named-oldest-man-alive-280521" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chinese-f1-grand-prix-postponed-due-to-continued-spread-of-novel-coronavirus-280489">Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed due to coronavirus</a>

China's novel coronavirus has adversely affected sporting events in China. The latest victim is the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chinese-f1-grand-prix-postponed-due-to-continued-spread-of-novel-coronavirus-280489" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-us-led-coalition-troops-returned-fire-in-ne-syria-number-of-airstrikes-unconfirmed-280483">US carries out air strike in Syria’s northeast region: Report</a>

US warplanes carried out at least one airstrike in Syria’s northeast Hasakah region.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-us-led-coalition-troops-returned-fire-in-ne-syria-number-of-airstrikes-unconfirmed-280483" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

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Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaido on Wednesday defended foreign sanctions against his country 24 hours after he was attacked at Caracas international airport by state airline employees calling him a fascist.&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-sanctions-against-the-maduro-regime-defended-by-venezuelas-president-guaido-280477" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read More</a>

Japan confirms first death due to coronavirus Japan on Thursday confirmed its first coronavirus death, country's health minister announced on Thursday. Read More United, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic among many who have extended flight ban to China on Coronavirus Fears United Airlines issued a statement saying that it will extend cancellations of all US flights to China through late April due to the coronavirus epidemic.

Japan confirms first death due to coronavirus Japan on Thursday confirmed its first coronavirus death, country's health minister announced on Thursday. Read More United, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic among many who have extended flight ban to China on Coronavirus Fears United Airlines issued a statement saying that it will extend cancellations of all US flights to China through late April due to the coronavirus epidemic. Read More Sudan agrees to compensate families of USS Cole victims Sudan has agreed to compensate the families of sailors killed in an al Qaeda attack on the USS Cole warship 20 years ago. Read More Japan's disabled lawmakers fight to end the invisibility of people with disabilities Yasuhiko Funago is Japan's first lawmaker with a severe neurological disease that impairs his ability to speak. Read More Indonesia: Caution advisory issued as Mount Merapi erupts Indonesia's Mount Merapi, one of the world's most active volcanoes, erupted Thursday as fiery red molten lava streamed down from the crater and it belched clouds of grey ash 2,000 metres into the sky. Read More How young Saudis are sowing seeds of love amid conservative boundaries Saudi Arabia is not just known for its lavish lifestyle but of rigid laws where once clampdown on something as trivial as selling roses was common. There was a time when relationships outside marriage in the country were seen as asking for a death wish. Read More Guinness world record crowns 112-year-old Japanese man oldest man alive Japan's 112-year-old Chitetsu Watanabe has been crowned the world's oldest male. Read More Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed due to coronavirus China's novel coronavirus has adversely affected sporting events in China. The latest victim is the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix. Read More US carries out air strike in Syria’s northeast region: Report US warplanes carried out at least one airstrike in Syria’s northeast Hasakah region. Read More Sanctions against the Maduro regime defended by Venezuela's President Guaido Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaido on Wednesday defended foreign sanctions against his country 24 hours after he was attacked at Caracas international airport by state airline employees calling him a fascist. Read More

Top 10 world news today: China Flight Ban, COVID-19 death in Japan and more

America's intelligence agency CIA spied on several countries including India and Pakistan. The latest report came weeks ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to India. Meanwhile, Pakistan court convicted global terrorist Hafiz Saeed in terror financing case on Tuesday.

Here are the top ten stories of the day:

India, Pakistan and several other nations spied on by CIA through Swiss encryption firm

Encrypted messages from several countries were reportedly being read by the CIA for decades, including India, through its secretly-owned Switzerland-based company trusted by governments all over the world to keep the communications of their spies, soldiers and diplomats secret. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-and-several-other-nations-spied-on-by-cia-through-swiss-encryption-firm-280330">Read more</a>

Pakistan court convicts 26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed in terror financing case

Pakistan's Anti-Terrorism Court on Wednesday convicted UN-designated terrorist Hafiz Saeed in two terror-financing cases. The court sentenced Saeed for five-years and three-months while a fine of Rs 150,000 was also imposed on Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief in each case.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-convicts-2611-mastermind-hafiz-saeed-in-terror-financing-case-280268">Read more</a>

Need some space? NASA has got the job for you

American astronauts are to ascend to the International Space Station – with an eye toward the Moon and Mars – as NASA announced that applications are being accepted from March 2 to 31 for the next class of Artemis Generation astronauts. Finalisation of candidates is to be completed by the middle of 2021.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-expecting-applications-to-further-expeditions-to-the-moon-mars-and-beyond-280296">Read more</a>

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to work with Goldman Sachs

Duke of Sussex Prince Harry is reportedly entering talks with controversial banking giant Goldman Sachs. The alleged negotiations between Sachs and the British royals could earn the latter upwards of £1billion in corporate deals.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-to-work-with-goldman-sachs-280329">Read more</a>

US-Taliban breakthrough appears closer as Afghan President Ghani reports progress

The US and the Taliban appeared closer Wednesday to sealing a deal for an American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, after Afghan President Ashraf Ghani reported "notable progress" in negotiations and a senior Taliban official said violence could be slashed in the coming days.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-taliban-breakthrough-appears-closer-as-ghani-reports-progress-280270">Read more</a>

Iran woman dies of suspected coronavirus infection

An Iranian woman has died of a suspected coronavirus infection, the state daily newspaper IRAN reported on Wednesday, without citing any sources.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-woman-dies-of-suspected-coronavirus-infection-280322">Read more</a>

Indonesia bans 600 nationals from returning home due to connections with ISIS

In a bold move, Indonesia has barred the return of more than 600 of its citizens as they are believed to be fighters of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-bans-600-nationals-from-returning-home-due-to-connections-with-isis-280327">Read more</a>

Kremlin accuses Turkey of failing to 'neutralise terrorists' in Idlib

The Kremlin on Wednesday accused Turkey of failing to "neutralise terrorists" in Syria's last rebel bastion Idlib as tensions escalate with Ankara over the protracted conflict.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-accuses-turkey-of-failing-to-neutralise-terrorists-in-idlib-280328">&nbsp;Read more</a>

Google goes to court over EU antitrust fines

Google is seeking to overturn the first of three hefty European Union antitrust fines at Europe's second-highest court in a landmark case that could determine how EU enforcers take on US tech giants for abuse of market power.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/latest-business-news-google-goes-to-court-for-825-billion-euros-over-eu-antitrust-violations-280222">Read more</a>

Recurring radio signals heard from space after 16 days: Study

Scientists have observed a mysterious space signal deep from space which has been repeating in a 16-day cycle.

The findings are included in the pre-print of a paper on arXiv. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/recurring-radio-signals-heard-from-space-after-16-days-280186">Read more</a>

 
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America's intelligence agency CIA spied on several countries including India and Pakistan. The latest report came weeks ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to India.

America's intelligence agency CIA spied on several countries including India and Pakistan. The latest report came weeks ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to India. Meanwhile, Pakistan court convicted global terrorist Hafiz Saeed in terror financing case on Tuesday. Here are the top ten stories of the day: India, Pakistan and several other nations spied on by CIA through Swiss encryption firm Encrypted messages from several countries were reportedly being read by the CIA for decades, including India, through its secretly-owned Switzerland-based company trusted by governments all over the world to keep the communications of their spies, soldiers and diplomats secret. Read more Pakistan court convicts 26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed in terror financing case Pakistan's Anti-Terrorism Court on Wednesday convicted UN-designated terrorist Hafiz Saeed in two terror-financing cases. The court sentenced Saeed for five-years and three-months while a fine of Rs 150,000 was also imposed on Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief in each case. Read more Need some space? NASA has got the job for you American astronauts are to ascend to the International Space Station – with an eye toward the Moon and Mars – as NASA announced that applications are being accepted from March 2 to 31 for the next class of Artemis Generation astronauts. Finalisation of candidates is to be completed by the middle of 2021. Read more Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to work with Goldman Sachs Duke of Sussex Prince Harry is reportedly entering talks with controversial banking giant Goldman Sachs. The alleged negotiations between Sachs and the British royals could earn the latter upwards of £1billion in corporate deals. Read more US-Taliban breakthrough appears closer as Afghan President Ghani reports progress The US and the Taliban appeared closer Wednesday to sealing a deal for an American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, after Afghan President Ashraf Ghani reported "notable progress" in negotiations and a senior Taliban official said violence could be slashed in the coming days. Read more Iran woman dies of suspected coronavirus infection An Iranian woman has died of a suspected coronavirus infection, the state daily newspaper IRAN reported on Wednesday, without citing any sources. Read more Indonesia bans 600 nationals from returning home due to connections with ISIS In a bold move, Indonesia has barred the return of more than 600 of its citizens as they are believed to be fighters of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria. Read more Kremlin accuses Turkey of failing to 'neutralise terrorists' in Idlib The Kremlin on Wednesday accused Turkey of failing to "neutralise terrorists" in Syria's last rebel bastion Idlib as tensions escalate with Ankara over the protracted conflict. Read more Google goes to court over EU antitrust fines Google is seeking to overturn the first of three hefty European Union antitrust fines at Europe's second-highest court in a landmark case that could determine how EU enforcers take on US tech giants for abuse of market power. Read more Recurring radio signals heard from space after 16 days: Study Scientists have observed a mysterious space signal deep from space which has been repeating in a 16-day cycle. The findings are included in the pre-print of a paper on arXiv. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Hafiz Saeed convicted, US-Taliban talks, Idlib crisis and more