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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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-uk-along-with-12-countries-criticise-whos-report-on-covid-origin-374383" hreflang="en">US, UK, along with 12 countries, criticise WHO's report on COVID origin</a>

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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.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-orders-non-essential-diplomats-in-myanmar-to-return-state-department-374378">US orders non-essential diplomats in Myanmar to return: State Department</a>

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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

The conflict in the Civil War in Syria is entered into its 11 year more than half of Syria's pre-war population has been displaced. Abdel Razzak al-Khatoun was a well-to-do farmer in Syria’s rural Hama province. 10 years after the civil war began, he is homeless, penniless and living in a tent in northern Idlib.

Syria: Farmer lost wife and sons to war

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.

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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;

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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.

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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".

Morning news brief: Myanmar police violence, SpaceX rocket, and more

The Kremlin has warned that&nbsp;US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile&nbsp;in the US, President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has faced a big blow as his&nbsp;budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

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According to officials, the United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Moscow was behind the near-fatal nerve agent attack on Navalny last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-bidens-budget-chief-pick-neera-tanden-withdraws-from-race-after-senate-pushback-367528">Joe Biden's budget chief pick, Neera Tanden, withdraws from race</a>

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Tanden withdrew her name after majority Republicans refused last week to vote for her citing her personal tweets, attacking members of both parties.

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The latest announcements come as President Joe Biden's administration insists on not dropping the measures such as wearing masks and maintaining social distancing to avoid the novel coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/brazilian-p1-covid-19-variant-raises-concerns-367540" hreflang="en">Brazilian P1 COVID-19 variant raises concerns</a>

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The Kremlin has warned that US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile in the US, President Joe Biden has faced a big blow as his budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

The Kremlin has warned that US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile in the US, President Joe Biden has faced a big blow as his budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday. Click on headlines to read more Sanctions will worsen strained ties with US: Russia on Navalny row According to officials, the United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Moscow was behind the near-fatal nerve agent attack on Navalny last year. Joe Biden's budget chief pick, Neera Tanden, withdraws from race Tanden withdrew her name after majority Republicans refused last week to vote for her citing her personal tweets, attacking members of both parties. Coronavirus in US: Masks no longer compulsory in Texas despite warnings The latest announcements come as President Joe Biden's administration insists on not dropping the measures such as wearing masks and maintaining social distancing to avoid the novel coronavirus. Brazilian P1 COVID-19 variant raises concerns France eases ban on Oxford-AstraZeneca jab for people over 65

Morning news brief: US-Russia relations, Neera Tanden nomination withdrawn, and more

US National Security Commission has recommended that American universities must take steps to prevent sensitive technology from being stolen as the Biden administration doubles down to protect&nbsp;university research from&nbsp;China. Meanwhile, sources close to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Trump</a> have revealed that Donald and Melania have already received a jab of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;in secret.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-urges-saudi-arabia-to-disband-rapid-intervention-force-linked-to-khashoggi-murder-367266" hreflang="en">US urges Saudi Arabia to disband Rapid Intervention Force linked to Khashoggi murder</a>

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The Biden administration had earlier imposed sanctions on the Rapid Intervention Force and had banned the entry of 76 Saudis under a new policy against foreign officials who harass dissidents.

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Speaking directly to his supporters and aides at the Conservative Political Action Conference, held in Orlando, Trump urged everyone to get vaccinated against coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-steps-up-effort-to-protect-university-research-from-china-367270" hreflang="en">US steps up effort to protect university research from China</a>

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According to the National Security Commission on artificial intelligence, the recommendations will require more disclosure on research funding and partnerships at universities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-tom-cruises-deepfake-videos-raise-an-alarm-367264" hreflang="en">Gravitas: Tom Cruise's deepfake videos raise an alarm</a>

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What are deepfake videos? Have you ever come across them? Why is the deepfake technology so dangerous?

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-country-strongly-rejects-israeli-accusation-of-mysterious-blast-367235">Iran: Country 'strongly rejects' Israeli accusation of mysterious blast</a>

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Last week an Israeli cargo ship suffered a mysterious explosion in the Gulf of Oman. The explosion ripped through the holes on either side of ship's hull. Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran is behind the attack but Iran has denied any role in mysterious blast.

US National Security Commission has recommended that American universities must take steps to prevent sensitive technology from being stolen as the Biden administration doubles down to protect university research from China.

US National Security Commission has recommended that American universities must take steps to prevent sensitive technology from being stolen as the Biden administration doubles down to protect university research from China. Meanwhile, sources close to Trump have revealed that Donald and Melania have already received a jab of the coronavirus vaccine in secret. Click on headlines to read more US urges Saudi Arabia to disband Rapid Intervention Force linked to Khashoggi murder The Biden administration had earlier imposed sanctions on the Rapid Intervention Force and had banned the entry of 76 Saudis under a new policy against foreign officials who harass dissidents. Donald and Melania Trump secretly vaccinated in January: Report Speaking directly to his supporters and aides at the Conservative Political Action Conference, held in Orlando, Trump urged everyone to get vaccinated against coronavirus. US steps up effort to protect university research from China According to the National Security Commission on artificial intelligence, the recommendations will require more disclosure on research funding and partnerships at universities. Gravitas: Tom Cruise's deepfake videos raise an alarm What are deepfake videos? Have you ever come across them? Why is the deepfake technology so dangerous? Iran: Country 'strongly rejects' Israeli accusation of mysterious blast Last week an Israeli cargo ship suffered a mysterious explosion in the Gulf of Oman. The explosion ripped through the holes on either side of ship's hull. Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran is behind the attack but Iran has denied any role in mysterious blast.

Morning news brief: Threat of AI, Trumps secretly vaccinated, and more

With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular&nbsp;Golden Globes awards&nbsp;have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts&nbsp;Tina Fey&nbsp;and&nbsp;Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;put up his own show at CPAC 2021 where he hinted at a possible return to the White House in the 2024 US election. While the Republicans were busy in CPAC, the Biden administration called for the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/Narendra-Modi-first-dose-coronavirus-take-the-vaccine-pm-modi-takes-first-dose-of-coronavirus-vaccine-at-aiims-delhi-366946">'Take the vaccine': PM Modi takes first dose of coronavirus vaccine at AIIMS</a>

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PM Modi, the first dose of coronavirus vaccine - India began its second phase of vaccination for people aged above 60 and those between 45 and 59 years old from March 1.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2021-live-news-full-winner-list-who-will-win-golden-globes-2021-nomination-list-golden-globes-2021-predictions-hollywoods-award-season-kicks-off-in-new-normal-best-motion-picture-screenplay-366921">Golden Globes 2021 Live: 'Schitt's Creek' wins best TV series- comedy</a>

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The A-list audience and nominees are expected to largely remain at home, accepting awards via videolink, similar to the format of September's widely praised Emmys.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-anti-government-protesters-clash-with-riot-police-in-bangkok-366961" hreflang="en">Thai anti-government protesters clash with riot police in Bangkok</a>

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Pro-democracy protesters clashed with police in Thailand's capital Bangkok demanding&nbsp;King Maha Vajiralongkorn&nbsp;to give up direct command of the army unit housed there.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-teases-2024-presidential-run-in-cpac-2021-speech-366953">Donald Trump teases 2024 presidential run in CPAC 2021 speech</a>

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Immigration policies, rigged election, Cancel culture, Joe Biden, climate change, Impeachment and betrayal — Donald Trump continues complaining at CPAC 2021.

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With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular Golden Globes awards have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES.

With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular Golden Globes awards have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES. Meanwhile, Donald Trump put up his own show at CPAC 2021 where he hinted at a possible return to the White House in the 2024 US election. While the Republicans were busy in CPAC, the Biden administration called for the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists. Click on headlines to read more 'Take the vaccine': PM Modi takes first dose of coronavirus vaccine at AIIMS PM Modi, the first dose of coronavirus vaccine - India began its second phase of vaccination for people aged above 60 and those between 45 and 59 years old from March 1. Golden Globes 2021 Live: 'Schitt's Creek' wins best TV series- comedy The A-list audience and nominees are expected to largely remain at home, accepting awards via videolink, similar to the format of September's widely praised Emmys. Thai anti-government protesters clash with riot police in Bangkok Pro-democracy protesters clashed with police in Thailand's capital Bangkok demanding King Maha Vajiralongkorn to give up direct command of the army unit housed there. Donald Trump teases 2024 presidential run in CPAC 2021 speech Immigration policies, rigged election, Cancel culture, Joe Biden, climate change, Impeachment and betrayal — Donald Trump continues complaining at CPAC 2021. Spain: Ten arrested in Barcelona as protests over jailed rapper turn violent

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The US has approved Johnson &amp; Johnson <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a> for emergency use in the country. However, US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/Joe%20Biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has urged citizens to keep following the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> protocols. He is also scheduled to meet the Mexican President virtually, in which the two leaders will be talking about migration policies. Meanwhile, Myanmar's UN envoy who delivered an impassioned speech has been fired.

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On Friday, Myanmar's envoy to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun, in an emotional appeal, asked the international community to take 'the strongest possible action... to restore democracy'.

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On Saturday, the US authorised Johnson &amp; Johnson's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use, making it the third approved vaccine of the county since the outbreak of COVID-19 a year ago.

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Speaking at an event in Zacatecas, Lopez Obrador said that migration — of Mexicans to the US — would be one of the key points of his discussion with President Biden.

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The US has approved Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine for emergency use in the country. However, US President Joe Biden has urged citizens to keep following the coronavirus protocols.

The US has approved Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine for emergency use in the country. However, US President Joe Biden has urged citizens to keep following the coronavirus protocols. He is also scheduled to meet the Mexican President virtually, in which the two leaders will be talking about migration policies. Meanwhile, Myanmar's UN envoy who delivered an impassioned speech has been fired. Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military coup: UN envoy who delivered impassioned speech fired On Friday, Myanmar's envoy to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun, in an emotional appeal, asked the international community to take 'the strongest possible action... to restore democracy'. As US approves Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, Biden warns Americans On Saturday, the US authorised Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use, making it the third approved vaccine of the county since the outbreak of COVID-19 a year ago. US and Mexico presidents to discuss migration policies for 'increased production' Speaking at an event in Zacatecas, Lopez Obrador said that migration — of Mexicans to the US — would be one of the key points of his discussion with President Biden. New Zealand's largest city Auckland back to lockdown after COVID-19 case The West Asia Post | Iraq prepares for Pope's visit

Morning news brief: Myanmar's UN envoy fired, US approves J&J vaccine, and more

Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.&nbsp;

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After a 'deadly' US airstrike in Syria, Iran has "strongly condemned" the actions, while US President Joe Biden has said that this was a warning for Iran.

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The United States on Friday unveiled the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi.&nbsp;

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In one of the most violent prison breakouts in the history of Haiti, more than 400 prisoners have escaped from jail, with nearly 25 people pronounced dead.

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Indian govt has questioned the silence of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Red Fort violence &amp; the issue of terrorism even as the latter continues to rake Kashmir irking Delhi.&nbsp;

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Sri Lanka has put Chinese Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine on hold and will use India-manufactured Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine to inoculate 14 million people, a government spokesperson has said.&nbsp;

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A woman who as a teenager ran away to join the Islamic State group has lost her bid to return to the UK to fight for the restoration of her citizenship, which was revoked on national security grounds.&nbsp;

Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Click on headlines to read more 'Be prepared': Biden to Iran after US airstrike in Syria After a 'deadly' US airstrike in Syria, Iran has "strongly condemned" the actions, while US President Joe Biden has said that this was a warning for Iran. US report says Saudi Prince approved murder of journalist Khashoggi The United States on Friday unveiled the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi. More than 400 inmates flee Haiti prison; nearly 25 people dead In one of the most violent prison breakouts in the history of Haiti, more than 400 prisoners have escaped from jail, with nearly 25 people pronounced dead. India questions UN High Commissioner's silence on terror, Red Fort violence Indian govt has questioned the silence of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Red Fort violence & the issue of terrorism even as the latter continues to rake Kashmir irking Delhi. Sri Lanka puts Chinese Sinopharm on hold, to use India-manufactured vaccine Sri Lanka has put Chinese Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine on hold and will use India-manufactured Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine to inoculate 14 million people, a government spokesperson has said. Islamic State bride Shamima Begum loses legal bid to return to UK to fight for citizenship A woman who as a teenager ran away to join the Islamic State group has lost her bid to return to the UK to fight for the restoration of her citizenship, which was revoked on national security grounds.

Morning news brief: Biden warns Iran, Khashoggi murder report, and more

US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. Meanwhile, global terror funding watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing "grey list".

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President Biden directed the US military to carry out airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq.

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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing “grey list”.

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US President Joe Biden spoke to Saudi Arabia's King Salman, 85, for the first time after taking office as president on January 20.

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Facebook ended one-week news blackout in Australia on Friday. The popular social media network also announced preliminary agreements with three small local publishers.&nbsp;

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India on Thursday took a 2-1 lead in the four-test series after defeating England by 10 wickets at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. 
 
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US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq.

US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. Meanwhile, global terror funding watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing "grey list". Click on headlines to read more US carries out airstrikes against Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria President Biden directed the US military to carry out airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. In setback to Imran Khan, Pakistan stays in FATF ‘grey list’, given June deadline to implement action plan The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing “grey list”. President Biden calls Saudi King Salman; discusses Iran's 'destabilizing activities' US President Joe Biden spoke to Saudi Arabia's King Salman, 85, for the first time after taking office as president on January 20. Facebook relents, switches news back on in Australia Facebook ended one-week news blackout in Australia on Friday. The popular social media network also announced preliminary agreements with three small local publishers. Axar-Ashwin bamboozle England as India win pink-ball Test by 10 wickets, take 2-1 lead in the series India on Thursday took a 2-1 lead in the four-test series after defeating England by 10 wickets at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Watch | Gravitas: Is Nirav Modi's extradition a done deal?

Morning news brief: US airstrikes, Biden-Saudi king phone call and more

The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content.

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As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited".

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A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-condemns-rights-groups-report-on-xinjiang-and-uighur-muslims-366040">China condemns rights group's report on Xinjiang and Uighur Muslims</a>

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Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims.

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Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China.

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms.

The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. Click on headlines to read more Amid tussle with Facebook, Australia passes law requiring tech firms to pay for news The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content. Our patience is not unlimited, US on nuclear deal with Iran As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited". Large study shows Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine 94% effective A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. China condemns rights group's report on Xinjiang and Uighur Muslims Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims. Imran Khan pushes anti-India agenda on two-day Sri Lanka visit Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China. Watch | Gravitas: Exclusive: Ranil Wickremesinghe on WION

Morning news brief: Facebook-Australia row, Pfizer's vaccine, and more

Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's&nbsp;Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their&nbsp;first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65.

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Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-60-inmates-dead-in-ecuador-prison-riots-365784">More than 60 inmates dead in Ecuador prison riots</a>

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Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday.

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In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials.

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Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war.

Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65. Click on headlines to read more Tiger Woods receives 'serious injuries' after car crash near Los Angeles Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said. More than 60 inmates dead in Ecuador prison riots Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday. US Capitol riot: Security officials say rioters came 'ready for war' In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials. 'US-Canada are best friends': Joe Biden Pakistan President slams France Anti-radicalism bill

Morning news brief: Tiger Woods involved in car crash, Ecuador prison riots, and more

The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-official-says-who-needs-to-dig-deeper-on-virus-origins-365454">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter.

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US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times.

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.

The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic. Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter. Click on headlines to read more 'Remember each person': Biden mourns as US records 500,000 COVID-19 deaths US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times. We will hold Iran responsible, says US after rockets target US embassy in Iraq's Green Zone At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya. Trump supporters find solace in alternate apps after Twitter and Facebook ban Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such. Gravitas: What do Iraq's Christians think about the visit of Pope Francis? × Gravitas: Facebook's news ban in Australia: A costly mistake for Zuckerberg? ×

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After days of talks, the IAEA&nbsp;has struck a deal with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reiterates-stance-says-us-must-first-lift-sanctions-before-talks-to-revive-2015-deal-365245">Iran</a>. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-strikes-temporary-solution-with-iaea-over-nuclear-inspection-365285" hreflang="en">Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection</a>

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Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras.&nbsp;

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After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-britain-aims-to-vaccinate-all-adults-by-july-end-365154">British</a>&nbsp;PM&nbsp;Boris Johnson&nbsp;is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-aviation-body-orders-special-inspections-of-some-boeing-777s-after-united-airlines-incident-365290">US aviation body orders special inspections of some Boeing 777s</a>

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FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service.

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As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources.

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After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July. Click on headlines to read more Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras. UK set to ease lockdown amid accelerating vaccine rollout After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown, British PM Boris Johnson is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament. US aviation body orders special inspections of some Boeing 777s FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service. Libya's interior minister survives assassination attempt As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources. Inside Joe Biden's major policy decisions in a month

Morning news brief: Iran-IAEA find solution, UK's COVID lockdown, and more

Australia and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/facebook">Facebook</a> conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh&nbsp;winter storm. In Spain, people are standing up against a nine-month prison sentence served to&nbsp;Pablo Hasel, the anti-establishment rapper.

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Facebook has blanked out pages of news organisations from Thursday for Australian users and blocked them from publishing any news content over the new legislation that has been approved by the lower house.

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Violent protests over rapper's jailing continued in Spanish cities continued for fourth night as clashes continued to break out between protesters and the police.

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The group of 25 migrants crossed the border by bus from the Mexican city of Tijuana and were accompanied by volunteers of UNHCR.&nbsp;

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Australia and Facebook conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh winter storm.

Australia and Facebook conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh winter storm. In Spain, people are standing up against a nine-month prison sentence served to Pablo Hasel, the anti-establishment rapper. Click on headlines to read more Facebook, Australia hold talks following news ban Facebook has blanked out pages of news organisations from Thursday for Australian users and blocked them from publishing any news content over the new legislation that has been approved by the lower house. Spain: Violent protests over rapper's jailing continue for fourth night Violent protests over rapper's jailing continued in Spanish cities continued for fourth night as clashes continued to break out between protesters and the police. First group of asylum seekers cross US border from Mexico The group of 25 migrants crossed the border by bus from the Mexican city of Tijuana and were accompanied by volunteers of UNHCR. Gravitas: Japanese website developer maps areas with 'annoying' kids Gravitas: A brutal blast of winter weather leads to blackouts in Texas

Morning news brief: Facebook-Australia talk news ban, Texas winter storm, and more

The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India.&nbsp;

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The Australian government on Thursday slammed Facebook's news blackout as "heavy-handed" after the social media giant blocked sharing of news in Australia.

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The United States on Wednesday announced talks with Australia, Japan and India to further boost the "Quad" alliance despite warnings from China.&nbsp;

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The United States will pay more than $200 million to the World Health Organization by the end of the month after reversing Donald Trump's plan to withdraw, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-pm-mario-draghi-sets-out-plan-to-rebuild-virus-hit-country-364400">Italy PM Mario Draghi sets out plan to rebuild virus-hit country</a>

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Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that he will use "all means" to fight coronavirus pandmic and that it presented Italy with an opportunity to rebuild as it did after Second World War.

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A new crisis has erupted in Africa - an outbreak of Ebola in Guinea and Congo. Five people have died in Guinea so far and six African countries have been put on alert. 
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The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India.

The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India. Click on headlines to read more 'Heavy handed': Several key sectors hit as Facebook blocks news sharing in Australia The Australian government on Thursday slammed Facebook's news blackout as "heavy-handed" after the social media giant blocked sharing of news in Australia. US to hold talks with 'Quad' partners despite China pressure The United States on Wednesday announced talks with Australia, Japan and India to further boost the "Quad" alliance despite warnings from China. US to pay $200 million in WHO obligations: Blinken The United States will pay more than $200 million to the World Health Organization by the end of the month after reversing Donald Trump's plan to withdraw, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday. Italy PM Mario Draghi sets out plan to rebuild virus-hit country Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that he will use "all means" to fight coronavirus pandmic and that it presented Italy with an opportunity to rebuild as it did after Second World War. African countries are facing a new crisis - an Ebola outbreak A new crisis has erupted in Africa - an outbreak of Ebola in Guinea and Congo. Five people have died in Guinea so far and six African countries have been put on alert.

Morning news brief: Facebook news ban, Quad meet, and more

A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-military-blocks-internet-for-third-consecutive-night-amid-protests-364140">Myanmar military blocks internet for third consecutive night amid protests</a>

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Myanmar experienced another night of internet blackout as the net continued to be shut for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as protests continued against the military junta's coup.

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The former US President Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted in his second impeachment trial, has turned against the Senate minority leader, Mitch McConnell.

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Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees were given fake positive results for the deadly coronavirus and were asked to self-isolate in the UK.

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Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of sex trafficking, was "physically abused" by a correctional officer in a routine check in jail, her lawyer claimed on Tuesday.

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A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack".

A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack". Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military blocks internet for third consecutive night amid protests Myanmar experienced another night of internet blackout as the net continued to be shut for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as protests continued against the military junta's coup. 'Unsmiling political hack': Trump lashes out at Mitch McConnell after impeachment trial The former US President Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted in his second impeachment trial, has turned against the Senate minority leader, Mitch McConnell. Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees given wrong COVID test result Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees were given fake positive results for the deadly coronavirus and were asked to self-isolate in the UK. Ghislaine Maxwell 'physically abused' in jail: Lawyer Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of sex trafficking, was "physically abused" by a correctional officer in a routine check in jail, her lawyer claimed on Tuesday. French lawmakers approve bill to battle Islamist extremism

Morning news brief: Myanmar coup updates, latest on Trump, and more

The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate&nbsp;the former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a>&nbsp;role in the&nbsp;Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar&nbsp;locals are still at war with the army against the military coup. An earthquake of 6.2 magnitude&nbsp;struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/independent-911-style-commission-needed-to-investigate-trump-and-capitol-riots-pelosi-363900" hreflang="en">'Independent, 9/11-style commission' needed to investigate Trump &amp; riot: Pelosi</a>

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Nancy Pelosi, on Monday, called for the creation of a 9/11-style Commission to look into the Capitol riots that took place on January 06 in Washington by Trump's supporters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-military-chokes-internet-for-second-consecutive-night-amid-protests-363909" hreflang="en">Myanmar military chokes internet for second consecutive night amid protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/under-new-law-myanmar-protesters-to-face-up-to-20-years-in-prison-363806">Myanmar&nbsp;</a>military generals on Tuesday choked the internet for the second consecutive night as protesters continued their demonstrations as extra troops were deployed around the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-gives-emergency-use-approval-to-serum-institute-of-indias-astrazeneca-vaccine-363901">WHO gives emergency use approval to Serum Institute's AstraZeneca vaccine</a>

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The World Health Organization(WHO) granted two versions of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wont-use-astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-for-elderly-says-south-korea-363769">&nbsp;AstraZeneca-Oxford</a>&nbsp;COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use produced by AstraZeneca-SKBio(Republic of Korea) and the Serum Institute of India(SII).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strong-62-magnitude-quake-rocks-vanuatu-capital-port-vila-in-south-pacific-363899">Strong 6.2-magnitude quake rocks Vanuatu capital Port Vila in South Pacific</a>

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Just days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-issues-evacuation-alert-in-coastal-areas-after-small-tsunami-in-south-pacific-362775">South Pacific</a>, a shallow 6.2-magnitude quake struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila.

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The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate the former US President Donald Trump's role in the Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar locals are still at war with the army against the military coup.

The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate the former US President Donald Trump's role in the Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar locals are still at war with the army against the military coup. An earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila. Click on headlines to read more 'Independent, 9/11-style commission' needed to investigate Trump & riot: Pelosi Nancy Pelosi, on Monday, called for the creation of a 9/11-style Commission to look into the Capitol riots that took place on January 06 in Washington by Trump's supporters. Myanmar military chokes internet for second consecutive night amid protests Myanmar military generals on Tuesday choked the internet for the second consecutive night as protesters continued their demonstrations as extra troops were deployed around the country. WHO gives emergency use approval to Serum Institute's AstraZeneca vaccine The World Health Organization(WHO) granted two versions of the AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use produced by AstraZeneca-SKBio(Republic of Korea) and the Serum Institute of India(SII). Strong 6.2-magnitude quake rocks Vanuatu capital Port Vila in South Pacific Just days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the South Pacific, a shallow 6.2-magnitude quake struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila. Gravitas : France set to table anti-extremism bill

Morning news brief: Another investigation for Capitol riots, Myanmar internet ban, and more

Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi.&nbsp;On the other hand, Guinea is preparing to battle another force, an Ebola epidemic, after three deaths were reported from the deadly virus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmar-military-blocks-internet-as-troops-fire-to-break-up-protest-363635" hreflang="en">Myanmar military blocks internet as troops fire to break up protest</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-embassy-in-myanmar-warns-of-troop-movements-cautions-its-citizens-363614">Myanmar's</a>&nbsp;military junta on Monday cut&nbsp;internet service&nbsp;and deployed troops around the country amid large scale protests as security forces fired to disperse demonstrations in the country's north.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-confirms-first-case-of-uk-variant-amid-auckland-lockdown-363640">New Zealand confirms first case of UK variant amid Auckland lockdown</a>

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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed the highly-contagious&nbsp;strain&nbsp;first found in the UK was detected in Auckland which was put under a lockdown on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guinea-declared-ebola-epidemic-after-three-confirmed-deaths-363642">Guinea declares Ebola 'epidemic' after three confirmed deaths</a>

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Guinea has declared an 'epidemic' situation as the country has recorded at least three deaths and seven cases of the Ebola virus.

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Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi.

Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi. On the other hand, Guinea is preparing to battle another force, an Ebola epidemic, after three deaths were reported from the deadly virus. Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military blocks internet as troops fire to break up protest Myanmar's military junta on Monday cut internet service and deployed troops around the country amid large scale protests as security forces fired to disperse demonstrations in the country's north. New Zealand confirms first case of UK variant amid Auckland lockdown Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed the highly-contagious strain first found in the UK was detected in Auckland which was put under a lockdown on Sunday. Guinea declares Ebola 'epidemic' after three confirmed deaths Guinea has declared an 'epidemic' situation as the country has recorded at least three deaths and seven cases of the Ebola virus. Donald Trump hints at a political comeback India's has begun the second phase of its mega vaccination campaign

Morning news brief: Trump's possible return to White House, another epidemic declared, and more

The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation.

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Former US President Donald Trump was acquitted by US Senate in the impeachment trial. Majority of Senate republicans closed ranks to aquit Trump in his second impeachment trial.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-staffer-resigns-after-threatening-to-destroy-reporter-363475">Biden staffer resigns after threatening to 'destroy' reporter</a>

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It's been a few weeks since the Joe Biden took over the White House as the US President, and the administration has already had its first resignation.

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A group of foreign envoys are expected to visit the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the 17th of this month. The visit, which is still in the planning stage, will focus on the progress made on the ground in the aftermath of the removal of special status for the region in 2019.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-4g-gets-restored-foreign-envoys-expected-to-visit-jk-363477">What's next for Trump, the Republican Party and Biden?</a>

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The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump on Saturday of the charge of inciting the January 6 assault on the US Capitol in an unprecedented second impeachment trial.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-4g-gets-restored-foreign-envoys-expected-to-visit-jk-363477">Myanmar army suspends laws limiting forces, orders arrest of protest backers</a>

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Myanmar's junta on Saturday suspended laws restricting security forces from detaining suspects or searching private property without court approval and ordered the arrest of well-known backers of mass protests against this month's coup.

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The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation.

The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation. Click on headlines to read more Donald Trump acquitted by US Senate in his second impeachment trial Former US President Donald Trump was acquitted by US Senate in the impeachment trial. Majority of Senate republicans closed ranks to aquit Trump in his second impeachment trial. Biden staffer resigns after threatening to 'destroy' reporter It's been a few weeks since the Joe Biden took over the White House as the US President, and the administration has already had its first resignation. As 4G gets restored, foreign envoys expected to visit J&K A group of foreign envoys are expected to visit the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the 17th of this month. The visit, which is still in the planning stage, will focus on the progress made on the ground in the aftermath of the removal of special status for the region in 2019. What's next for Trump, the Republican Party and Biden? The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump on Saturday of the charge of inciting the January 6 assault on the US Capitol in an unprecedented second impeachment trial. Myanmar army suspends laws limiting forces, orders arrest of protest backers Myanmar's junta on Saturday suspended laws restricting security forces from detaining suspects or searching private property without court approval and ordered the arrest of well-known backers of mass protests against this month's coup.

Morning news brief: Trump acquitted, White House staffer resigns, and more

A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault. Meanwhile, citing coronavirus fears, Myanmar's military chief urged protesters to end their demonstrations across the country against the military coup.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/convict-trump-as-he-is-overwhelmingly-guilty-prosecutors-urge-us-senate-over-capitol-attack-363025">Convict Trump as he is overwhelmingly guilty: Prosecutors urge US Senate over Capitol attack</a>

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US House prosecutors wrapped up their impeachment case against Donald Trump on Thursday urging the Senate to convict the former president for inciting the deadly January 6 attack on the US Capitol.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-military-warns-protesters-to-return-to-work-amid-nationwide-demonstrations-363028">Myanmar military warns protesters to return to work amid nationwide demonstrations</a>

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Myanmar's military chief Min Aung Hlaing urged demonstrators to end their protest citing coronavirus fears on Thursday as people from all walks of life continued their protest across the country demanding the restoration of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-bans-bbc-world-news-for-its-reporting-on-uighur-genocide-covid-19-363002">China bans BBC World News for its reporting on Uighur genocide, Covid-19</a>

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The National Radio and Television Administration of China has banned British television channel BBC World News from airing in Chinese mainland.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melbourne-orders-snap-coronavirus-lockdown-during-australian-open-tennis-363038">Melbourne orders snap coronavirus lockdown during Australian Open tennis</a>

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Melbourne authorities imposed a snap five-day lockdown in Australia's second-biggest city to contain the outbreak of "hyper-infectious" UK strain on Thursday casting doubt on the fate of the Australian Open grand slam tennis tournament which began this week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-government-reiterates-farmers-protests-indias-internal-matter-363034">British government reiterates farmers' protests India's 'internal matter'</a>

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The United Kingdom government in the House of Commons said that farmers protest is India's internal matter.

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A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault.

A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault. Meanwhile, citing coronavirus fears, Myanmar's military chief urged protesters to end their demonstrations across the country against the military coup. Click on headlines to read more Convict Trump as he is overwhelmingly guilty: Prosecutors urge US Senate over Capitol attack US House prosecutors wrapped up their impeachment case against Donald Trump on Thursday urging the Senate to convict the former president for inciting the deadly January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Myanmar military warns protesters to return to work amid nationwide demonstrations Myanmar's military chief Min Aung Hlaing urged demonstrators to end their protest citing coronavirus fears on Thursday as people from all walks of life continued their protest across the country demanding the restoration of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's government. China bans BBC World News for its reporting on Uighur genocide, Covid-19 The National Radio and Television Administration of China has banned British television channel BBC World News from airing in Chinese mainland. Melbourne orders snap coronavirus lockdown during Australian Open tennis Melbourne authorities imposed a snap five-day lockdown in Australia's second-biggest city to contain the outbreak of "hyper-infectious" UK strain on Thursday casting doubt on the fate of the Australian Open grand slam tennis tournament which began this week. British government reiterates farmers' protests India's 'internal matter' The United Kingdom government in the House of Commons said that farmers protest is India's internal matter. Watch | Gravitas: Wuhan virus origins probe: Is the WHO team divided over the results?

Morning news brief: Myanmar protesters warned, Trump impeachment trial, and more

Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In a big development, the US president also spoke with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a phone call for the first time since coming to power.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/president-biden-announces-sanctions-against-myanmar-amid-anti-military-protests-362756">President Biden announces sanctions against Myanmar amid anti-military protests</a>

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As demonstrators continued their demand to free Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers.

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US President Joe Biden spoke with &nbsp;President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, the White House said on the occasion of Lunar New Year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-assures-canadas-trudeau-of-covid-vaccine-supplies-362760">PM Modi assures Canada's Trudeau of COVID vaccine supplies</a>

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During a conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, PM Narendra Modi assured him of coronavirus vaccine supplies. India has already sent vaccines to around 20 countries. It has got requests from developing as well as developed nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-announces-pentagon-task-force-to-tackle-china-362758">Biden announces Pentagon task force to tackle China</a>

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US President Joe Biden has announced the formation of a Pentagon task force to review the country's China strategy.

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The Chinese Defence spokesman on Wednesday said that frontline troops of India and China at the southern and northern banks of the Pangong Lake at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh have started disengagement.

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Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers.

Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In a big development, the US president also spoke with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a phone call for the first time since coming to power. Click on headlines to read more President Biden announces sanctions against Myanmar amid anti-military protests As demonstrators continued their demand to free Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In first phone call to President Xi, Biden asserts importance of Indo-Pacific, Xinjiang human rights abuses US President Joe Biden spoke with President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, the White House said on the occasion of Lunar New Year. PM Modi assures Canada's Trudeau of COVID vaccine supplies During a conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, PM Narendra Modi assured him of coronavirus vaccine supplies. India has already sent vaccines to around 20 countries. It has got requests from developing as well as developed nations. Biden announces Pentagon task force to tackle China US President Joe Biden has announced the formation of a Pentagon task force to review the country's China strategy. China’s army claims both sides start withdrawal along Pangong Lake; no comment from India The Chinese Defence spokesman on Wednesday said that frontline troops of India and China at the southern and northern banks of the Pangong Lake at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh have started disengagement. Watch |

Morning news brief: Sanctions against Myanmar, Biden-Xinping talks, and more

The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets. Meanwhile, the Senate on Tuesday voted in favour of ruling Trump impeachment trial "constitutional".&nbsp; Iran's intelligence chief has said that pressure by Western nations could force the nation to develop nuclear capabilities.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/police-fire-live-bullets-during-anti-military-protests-in-myanmar-one-injured-362527">Police fire live bullets during anti-military protests in Myanmar; one injured</a>

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Over a hundred people have been arrested as Myanmar police began a crackdown on the anti-military protests. Police also started using live bullets and there has been at least one incident where a protester was fatally injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-declares-trumps-impeachment-constitutional-begins-proceedings-362530">Senate declares Trump's impeachment constitutional, begins proceedings</a>

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The second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began on Tuesday with the US Senate declaring it constitutional with a 56-44 vote.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-spy-chief-says-tehran-could-seek-nuclear-arms-if-cornered-by-west-362520">Iran's spy chief says Tehran could seek nuclear arms if 'cornered' by West</a>

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Iran’s intelligence minister said persistent Western pressure could push Tehran to fight back like a "cornered cat" and seek nuclear weapons, which the Islamic Republic has for years insisted it has no intention of ever developing.

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The death toll in the disaster has risen to 31 with the recovery of five bodies on Tuesday with the state agencies informing that 175 people are still missing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-a-month-of-investigation-who-mission-returns-empty-handed-from-wuhan-362507">After a month of investigation, WHO mission returns empty-handed from Wuhan</a>

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The coronavirus jumped from animals to humans, it wasn't artificially engineered and the pandemic probably began in December 2019. While we have known this for months, it is a pathbreaking finding of a month-long investigation for the WHO team in Wuhan.

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The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets.

The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets. Meanwhile, the Senate on Tuesday voted in favour of ruling Trump impeachment trial "constitutional". Iran's intelligence chief has said that pressure by Western nations could force the nation to develop nuclear capabilities. Click on headlines to read more Police fire live bullets during anti-military protests in Myanmar; one injured Over a hundred people have been arrested as Myanmar police began a crackdown on the anti-military protests. Police also started using live bullets and there has been at least one incident where a protester was fatally injured. Senate declares Trump's impeachment constitutional, begins proceedings The second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began on Tuesday with the US Senate declaring it constitutional with a 56-44 vote. Iran's spy chief says Tehran could seek nuclear arms if 'cornered' by West Iran’s intelligence minister said persistent Western pressure could push Tehran to fight back like a "cornered cat" and seek nuclear weapons, which the Islamic Republic has for years insisted it has no intention of ever developing. Rescue teams use drones in Uttarakhand's Tapovan tunnel The death toll in the disaster has risen to 31 with the recovery of five bodies on Tuesday with the state agencies informing that 175 people are still missing. After a month of investigation, WHO mission returns empty-handed from Wuhan The coronavirus jumped from animals to humans, it wasn't artificially engineered and the pandemic probably began in December 2019. While we have known this for months, it is a pathbreaking finding of a month-long investigation for the WHO team in Wuhan. Watch

Morning news brief: Myanmar anti-military protests, Trump impeachment trial, and more

Delhi is in a critical situation as coronavirus spread and pollution in the city are on the peak.

Delhi's air quality improves from 'Severe' to 'Very poor'

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">Senator Kamala Harris today criticised the Trump-Pence administration on environmental policy, accusing the administration of not “believing in science.”</div>

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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration wants all US forces to pull out of Afghanistan by Christmas, speeding up the process to end America's longest war.&nbsp;

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Donald Trump has faced flak from the Opposition over his handling of coronavirus pandemic. He has also faced criticism from the media for the 'lax' approach he had in early days of the pandemic in the US.

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The main officer charged in the killing of George Floyd, the African American man whose death sparked a mass protest movement, was released Wednesday on a million-dollar bail, court records showed.
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Trump, Pence ‘don’t believe in science’: Kamala Harris at US Vice Presidential debate Senator Kamala Harris today criticised the Trump-Pence administration on environmental policy, accusing the administration of not “believing in science.

Trump, Pence ‘don’t believe in science’: Kamala Harris at US Vice Presidential debate Senator Kamala Harris today criticised the Trump-Pence administration on environmental policy, accusing the administration of not “believing in science.” Donald Trump wants US forces to pull out from Afghanistan by Christmas US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration wants all US forces to pull out of Afghanistan by Christmas, speeding up the process to end America's longest war. US Vice-Presidential debate: Kamala Harris blasts Trump govt for 'greatest failure' over COVID-19 pandemic Donald Trump has faced flak from the Opposition over his handling of coronavirus pandemic. He has also faced criticism from the media for the 'lax' approach he had in early days of the pandemic in the US. Main officer accused in killing of George Floyd released on bail The main officer charged in the killing of George Floyd, the African American man whose death sparked a mass protest movement, was released Wednesday on a million-dollar bail, court records showed. Watch

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-navalny-pictured-walking-downstairs-as-he-recovers-from-novichok-poisoning-328622">Kremlin critic Navalny pictured walking downstairs as he recovers from novichok poisoning</a> 
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Navalny, the leading opponent of Russian President Vladimir Putin, fell ill in Siberia last month and was airlifted to Berlin. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-navalny-pictured-walking-downstairs-as-he-recovers-from-novichok-poisoning-328622">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-unsc-members-struggle-over-snapback-option-as-iran-sanctions-deadline-looms-328637">US, UNSC members struggle over 'snapback' option as Iran sanctions deadline looms</a>

UNSC members Britain, France and Germany have contested the US sanctions and informed the UN body that they favour sanctions relief for Iran. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-unsc-members-struggle-over-snapback-option-as-iran-sanctions-deadline-looms-328637">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-files-complaint-against-trump-administration-to-block-us-ban-328577">TikTok files complaint against Trump administration to block US ban</a> 
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TikTok, which has over 100 million users in the United States, said the ban would "irreversibly destroy the TikTok business in the US." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-files-complaint-against-trump-administration-to-block-us-ban-328577">Read more...</a> 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-in-thailand-demand-pm-prayuts-removal-reforms-in-monarchy-328656">Protesters in Thailand demand PM Prayut's removal, reforms in monarchy</a>

Students belonging to Bangkok's Thammasat University took an active part in the protests as police said at least 5,000 people had gathered outside the campus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-in-thailand-demand-pm-prayuts-removal-reforms-in-monarchy-328656">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-dead-14-injured-in-mass-shooting-in-new-yorks-rochester-328596">Two dead, 14 injured in mass shooting in New York's Rochester</a>

Two of the victims, a man and a woman, have reportedly died. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-dead-14-injured-in-mass-shooting-in-new-yorks-rochester-328596">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-seeks-to-shore-up-military-support-in-north-carolina-campaign-swing-328618">Trump seeks to shore up military support in North Carolina campaign swing</a>

Trump has boasted about revitalizing the U.S. armed forces with increased defense budgets but has seen his political support slip among troops. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-seeks-to-shore-up-military-support-in-north-carolina-campaign-swing-328618">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-army-finds-13-tonnes-of-fireworks-at-destroyed-beirut-port-328663">Lebanon army finds 1.3 tonnes of fireworks at destroyed Beirut port</a>

Beirut Port was devastated in a huge blast on August 4. More than 2 thousand tonnes of Ammonium Nitrate went up in flames and caused a blast that killed at least 190 people and injured more than 6000 people. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-army-finds-13-tonnes-of-fireworks-at-destroyed-beirut-port-328663">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bodyguard-to-uk-foreign-minister-left-gun-on-plane-328610">Bodyguard to UK foreign minister 'left gun on plane'</a>

The officer involved has since been removed from operational duties. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bodyguard-to-uk-foreign-minister-left-gun-on-plane-328610">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-revolutionary-guard-vows-honourable-revenge-for-qasem-soleimani-killing-328639">Iran's Revolutionary Guard vows 'honourable' revenge for Qasem Soleimani killing</a> 
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Soleimani, who headed the Guards elite Qods Force, was killed in an American airstrike near Baghdad airport in January. He was an influential person and key to Iran's defence apparatus that projected influence in the region beyond its borders. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-revolutionary-guard-vows-honourable-revenge-for-qasem-soleimani-killing-328639">Read more...</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-un-marks-75th-anniversary-facing-world-split-by-covid-19-328608">The UN marks 75th anniversary facing world split by COVID-19</a>

Appearing by video on Tuesday will be Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping, who in the past have let their top diplomats speak for them; and US leader Donald Trump. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-un-marks-75th-anniversary-facing-world-split-by-covid-19-328608">Read more...</a>

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Kremlin critic Navalny pictured walking downstairs as he recovers from novichok poisoning Navalny, the leading opponent of Russian President Vladimir Putin, fell ill in Siberia last month and was airlifted to Berlin.

Kremlin critic Navalny pictured walking downstairs as he recovers from novichok poisoning Navalny, the leading opponent of Russian President Vladimir Putin, fell ill in Siberia last month and was airlifted to Berlin. Read more... US, UNSC members struggle over 'snapback' option as Iran sanctions deadline looms UNSC members Britain, France and Germany have contested the US sanctions and informed the UN body that they favour sanctions relief for Iran. Read more... TikTok files complaint against Trump administration to block US ban TikTok, which has over 100 million users in the United States, said the ban would "irreversibly destroy the TikTok business in the US." Read more... Protesters in Thailand demand PM Prayut's removal, reforms in monarchy Students belonging to Bangkok's Thammasat University took an active part in the protests as police said at least 5,000 people had gathered outside the campus. Read more... Two dead, 14 injured in mass shooting in New York's Rochester Two of the victims, a man and a woman, have reportedly died. Read more... Trump seeks to shore up military support in North Carolina campaign swing Trump has boasted about revitalizing the U.S. armed forces with increased defense budgets but has seen his political support slip among troops. Read more... Lebanon army finds 1.3 tonnes of fireworks at destroyed Beirut port Beirut Port was devastated in a huge blast on August 4. More than 2 thousand tonnes of Ammonium Nitrate went up in flames and caused a blast that killed at least 190 people and injured more than 6000 people. Read more... Bodyguard to UK foreign minister 'left gun on plane' The officer involved has since been removed from operational duties. Read more... Iran's Revolutionary Guard vows 'honourable' revenge for Qasem Soleimani killing Soleimani, who headed the Guards elite Qods Force, was killed in an American airstrike near Baghdad airport in January. He was an influential person and key to Iran's defence apparatus that projected influence in the region beyond its borders. Read more... The UN marks 75th anniversary facing world split by COVID-19 Appearing by video on Tuesday will be Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping, who in the past have let their top diplomats speak for them; and US leader Donald Trump. Read more...

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yoshihide-suga-formally-elected-as-japans-new-prime-minister-327826">Yoshihide Suga formally elected as Japan's new prime minister</a>

Suga, won an easy victory, taking 314 votes of 462 valid ballots cast in the lower house of parliament, where his ruling Liberal Democratic Party holds a commanding majority with its coalition partner. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hurricane-sally-makes-landfall-in-us-gulf-coast-327947">Hurricane Sally makes landfall in US Gulf Coast</a>

Ahead of the hurricane, authorities evacuated at least 75,000 homes in Alabama and Florida. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-president-maduro-ministers-behind-crimes-against-humanity-un-probe-327956">Venezuela President Maduro, ministers behind crimes against humanity: UN probe</a>

The 411-page report spelled out which Venezuelan officials it deemed responsible, citing "reasonable grounds to believe that both the President and the Ministers of People's Power for Interior Relations.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-will-go-away-because-of-herd-mentality-says-donald-trump-327960">COVID-19 will go away because of 'herd mentality', says Donald Trump</a>

Herd mentality refers to tendency of individuals to mindlessly follow a behaviour taken up by large number of people around them. The correct words Donald Trump appeared to not remember were Herd Immunity. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-sees-a-way-through-parliamentary-maze-for-brexit-treaty-breach-bill-327894">UK sees 'a way through' parliamentary maze for Brexit treaty breach bill</a>

Johnson's Internal Market Bill, which the EU has demanded he scrap by the end of September, is currently being debated in parliament, though he is facing a rebellion by some members of his Conservative Party.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/barbados-says-it-will-remove-queen-elizabeth-as-head-of-state-327964">Barbados says it will remove Queen Elizabeth as head of state</a>

A former British colony that gained independence in 1966, Barbados has maintained a formal link with the British monarchy as have some other countries that were once part of the British empire

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/headaches-and-hospital-visits-rise-as-wildfire-smoke-blankets-western-us-327971">Headaches and hospital visits rise as wildfire smoke blankets western US</a>

Wildfires are raging across&nbsp;US

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-venus-a-russian-planet-the-countrys-space-agency-chief-seems-to-think-so-327958">Is Venus a 'Russian planet'? The country's space agency chief seems to think so!</a>

Right after scientists discovered the possibility of life on the planet Venus, the Russian space agency has claimed the country’s ownership on the planet.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/uk-is-planning-to-remove-debris-from-space-heres-why-every-country-should-be-doing-it-327976">UK is planning to remove debris from space. Here's why every country should be doing it!</a>

The overcrowding around Earth could become a hindrance in space exploration

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Why are thousands of migratory birds dropping dead across North America?

A report recently revealed how thousands of migratory birds just dropped dead across the south-western regions in the United States.

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Yoshihide Suga formally elected as Japan's new prime minister Suga, won an easy victory, taking 314 votes of 462 valid ballots cast in the lower house of parliament, where his ruling Liberal Democratic Party holds a commanding majority with its coalition partner.

Yoshihide Suga formally elected as Japan's new prime minister Suga, won an easy victory, taking 314 votes of 462 valid ballots cast in the lower house of parliament, where his ruling Liberal Democratic Party holds a commanding majority with its coalition partner. Hurricane Sally makes landfall in US Gulf Coast Ahead of the hurricane, authorities evacuated at least 75,000 homes in Alabama and Florida. Venezuela President Maduro, ministers behind crimes against humanity: UN probe The 411-page report spelled out which Venezuelan officials it deemed responsible, citing "reasonable grounds to believe that both the President and the Ministers of People's Power for Interior Relations. COVID-19 will go away because of 'herd mentality', says Donald Trump Herd mentality refers to tendency of individuals to mindlessly follow a behaviour taken up by large number of people around them. The correct words Donald Trump appeared to not remember were Herd Immunity. UK sees 'a way through' parliamentary maze for Brexit treaty breach bill Johnson's Internal Market Bill, which the EU has demanded he scrap by the end of September, is currently being debated in parliament, though he is facing a rebellion by some members of his Conservative Party. Barbados says it will remove Queen Elizabeth as head of state A former British colony that gained independence in 1966, Barbados has maintained a formal link with the British monarchy as have some other countries that were once part of the British empire Headaches and hospital visits rise as wildfire smoke blankets western US Wildfires are raging across US Is Venus a 'Russian planet'? The country's space agency chief seems to think so! Right after scientists discovered the possibility of life on the planet Venus, the Russian space agency has claimed the country’s ownership on the planet. UK is planning to remove debris from space. Here's why every country should be doing it! The overcrowding around Earth could become a hindrance in space exploration Why are thousands of migratory birds dropping dead across North America? A report recently revealed how thousands of migratory birds just dropped dead across the south-western regions in the United States.

Top 10 world news: Yoshihide Suga becomes Japan PM, Hurricane Sally, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deadly-coronavirus-death-toll-closing-in-on-15-lakh-globally-cases-reach-218-million-293021">Deadly coronavirus death toll closing in on 1.5 lakh globally, cases reach 2.18 million</a>

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The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deadly-coronavirus-death-toll-closing-in-on-15-lakh-globally-cases-reach-218-million-293021">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-under-mounting-pressure-over-virus-origins-293011">China under mounting pressure over virus origins</a>

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The new focus on China's role came as the world wrestles with a crisis that has killed more than 140,000 people and created historic jobless numbers, with Britain, Japan and New York extending lockdown measures.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-under-mounting-pressure-over-virus-origins-293011">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gradual-us-reopening-against-dire-economic-backdrop-293006">Trump announces gradual US reopening against dire economic backdrop</a>

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"Based on the latest data, our team of experts now agrees that we can begin the next front in our war," Trump told a news conference. "We're opening up our country."<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gradual-us-reopening-against-dire-economic-backdrop-293006">READ MORE</a> 
 
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Deadly coronavirus death toll closing in on 1.5 lakh globally, cases reach 2.18 million The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.

Deadly coronavirus death toll closing in on 1.5 lakh globally, cases reach 2.18 million The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.READ MORE China under mounting pressure over virus origins The new focus on China's role came as the world wrestles with a crisis that has killed more than 140,000 people and created historic jobless numbers, with Britain, Japan and New York extending lockdown measures.READ MORE Trump announces gradual US reopening against dire economic backdrop "Based on the latest data, our team of experts now agrees that we can begin the next front in our war," Trump told a news conference. "We're opening up our country."READ MORE

Morning news brief: Coronavirus death toll nears 1.5 lakh, China under pressure and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worldwide-coronavirus-cases-pass-2-million-death-toll-rises-to-136908-292768">Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908</a> 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sets-another-grim-milestone-records-over-2500-coronavirus-deaths-in-24-hours-292767">US sets another grim milestone, records over 2,500 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/31/135055-miami-afo.jpg?itok=b876LG7a" />A tally from Johns Hopkins showed 2,569 victims, bringing the total number of US deaths to 28,326 -- higher than any other nation.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sets-another-grim-milestone-records-over-2500-coronavirus-deaths-in-24-hours-292767">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-chief-regrets-us-move-to-halt-funding-urges-unity-against-pandemic-292772">WHO chief regrets US move to halt funding, urges unity against pandemic</a> 
 
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Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908 The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.

Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908 The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.READ MORE US sets another grim milestone, records over 2,500 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours A tally from Johns Hopkins showed 2,569 victims, bringing the total number of US deaths to 28,326 -- higher than any other nation.READ MORE WHO chief regrets US move to halt funding, urges unity against pandemic Trump's move to halt funding to the WHO over its handling of the infection prompted condemnation on Wednesday from world leaders as recorded global infections passed the 2 million mark.READ MORE

Morning news brief: Covid-19 cases pass 2 million, WHO chief regrets US move and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-funding-halt-to-world-health-organisation-292533">Trump announces funding halt to World Health Organisation</a>

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President Donald Trump announced Tuesday a suspension of US funding to the World Health Organisation because he said it had covered up the seriousness of the COVID-19 outbreak in China before it spread around the world.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-funding-halt-to-world-health-organisation-292533">READ MORE</a>

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The coronavirus pandemic is pushing the global economy into its deepest recession in a century, cutting world output by three per cent this year, and the crisis could get worse, the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/pandemic-causing-deep-recession-and-it-could-get-worse-imf-292545">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-us-new-york-city-alone-accounts-for-over-10000-coronavirus-deaths-292535">In US, New York City alone accounts for over 10,000 coronavirus deaths</a> 
 
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Trump announces funding halt to World Health Organisation President Donald Trump announced Tuesday a suspension of US funding to the World Health Organisation because he said it had covered up the seriousness of the COVID-19 outbreak in China before it spread around the world.

Trump announces funding halt to World Health Organisation President Donald Trump announced Tuesday a suspension of US funding to the World Health Organisation because he said it had covered up the seriousness of the COVID-19 outbreak in China before it spread around the world.READ MORE Pandemic causing deep recession, and it could get worse: IMF The coronavirus pandemic is pushing the global economy into its deepest recession in a century, cutting world output by three per cent this year, and the crisis could get worse, the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday.READ MORE In US, New York City alone accounts for over 10,000 coronavirus deaths The city's health department announced that 3,778 people had probably succumbed to the illness -- on top of the 6,589 confirmed fatalities.READ MORE

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As the death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 2,233 on Friday,&nbsp;South Korea&nbsp;confirmed 52 more cases of the virus taking the overall figure to 156 in the country.

OPINION|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-pullout-from-nuclear-deal-makes-iran-elections-even-more-crucial-281859" hreflang="en">US pullout from nuclear deal makes Iran elections even more crucial</a>

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Iran elections come at a time when the Islamic Republic is most vulnerable, both from the inside and from the outside. American sanctions have crippled the economy and public anger against the regime has raged on unabated.

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Barcelona on Thursday confirmed the signing of Danish forward Martin Braithwaite from Leganes after capitalising on a curious La Liga rule to ease their shortage of options upfront.&nbsp;

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Fox's 'Blood Relative' has a male lead to its project and its Tate Donovan opposite Melissa Leo.&nbsp;'Blood Relative' is a crime drama about&nbsp;genetic genealogist Louise Kelly (Leo) and the cases she helps law enforcement solve.

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Good morning! Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. Death toll in China's coronavirus rise; South Korea confirms more cases As the death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 2,233 on Friday, South Korea confirmed 52 more cases of the virus taking the overall figure to 156 in the country.

Good morning! Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. Death toll in China's coronavirus rise; South Korea confirms more cases As the death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 2,233 on Friday, South Korea confirmed 52 more cases of the virus taking the overall figure to 156 in the country. OPINION| US pullout from nuclear deal makes Iran elections even more crucial Iran elections come at a time when the Islamic Republic is most vulnerable, both from the inside and from the outside. American sanctions have crippled the economy and public anger against the regime has raged on unabated. Barcelona use La Liga rule to sign Martin Braithwaite Barcelona on Thursday confirmed the signing of Danish forward Martin Braithwaite from Leganes after capitalising on a curious La Liga rule to ease their shortage of options upfront. Tate Donovan to star with Melissa Leo in 'Blood Relative' Fox's 'Blood Relative' has a male lead to its project and its Tate Donovan opposite Melissa Leo. 'Blood Relative' is a crime drama about genetic genealogist Louise Kelly (Leo) and the cases she helps law enforcement solve. WATCH| Gravitas: A wall that Donald Trump didn't ask for ×

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