North Korea as per the South on Sunday fired an "unidentified" ballistic missile towards the Japan Sea. Japanese&nbsp;public broadcaster NHK said that the ballistic missile landed just outside its exclusive economic zone (EEZ). In other news, a spate of Russian propaganda videos attempting to recruit citizens have come to light. These videos offer up money, a higher social standing and a 'manly' way of life as lure for conscription.

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Despite repeatedly denying needing more recruits for its war on Ukraine, Russia as per reports has begun a propaganda campaign to try and enlist volunteers. For this, the country is using narratives like patriotism, morality and money.

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North Korea as per the South on Sunday fired an "unidentified" ballistic missile towards the Japan Sea. Japanese public broadcaster NHK said that the ballistic missile landed just outside its exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

North Korea as per the South on Sunday fired an "unidentified" ballistic missile towards the Japan Sea. Japanese public broadcaster NHK said that the ballistic missile landed just outside its exclusive economic zone (EEZ). In other news, a spate of Russian propaganda videos attempting to recruit citizens have come to light. These videos offer up money, a higher social standing and a 'manly' way of life as lure for conscription. Click on the headlines to read more: North Korea fired 'unidentified ballistic missile' towards Japan Sea: South Korea North Korea fired an "unidentified ballistic missile" towards the sea off the Korean Peninsula's east coast on Sunday, claims the South Korean military. From Bahamas to Brooklyn: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to not fight US extradition Former FTX Chief Executive Sam Bankman-Fried may no more fight against extradition from Bahamas to the United States. The 30-year-old former cryptocurrency mogul will appear in a Bahamas court on Monday where he is expected to reverse his decision to contest extradition to the United States. Russian propaganda videos promise money, respect and ‘manly’ life to lure recruits in army Despite repeatedly denying needing more recruits for its war on Ukraine, Russia as per reports has begun a propaganda campaign to try and enlist volunteers. For this, the country is using narratives like patriotism, morality and money. Watch | Iran protests: Iran arrests actress Taraneh Alidoosti; arrested on charges of 'spreading falsehood' Watch | Covid pressurises funeral services in China's Beijing; long lines at crematoriums

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After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer.&nbsp;The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival.&nbsp;Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week.

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After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. Russian missiles battered Ukrainian power grid yet again. This worsened already dire conditions for Ukrainians and provoked accusations of "war crimes" from the European Union.

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The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had announced formation of such a unit in May this year. At the time, he had called it a department-wide, integrated team that would coordinate and implement US&nbsp;policy across issues and regions.

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Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week.

Education Minister Patricia Correa and Culture Minister Jair Perez both made the announcement on Friday, citing the protest deaths.

"This morning I presented my letter of resignation from the position of education minister. The death of compatriots has no justification. State violence cannot be disproportionate and cause death," Correa said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-slams-biden-administration-for-troubling-app-ban-law-543876">TikTok slams Biden administration for "troubling" app ban law</a>

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As the US prepares to impose a limited ban on Bytedance-owned short video-sharing platform TikTok on the grounds of national security, the Beijing-headquartered company slammed the Biden administration for the "troubling" bipartisan legislation. The company said that the US Congress' push for a ban on Tiktok is "politically motivated".&nbsp;

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The Argentine legend Lionel Messi will be playing his second FIFA World Cup final on Sunday against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium.&nbsp;Lionel Messi has been around for a long time now, having made his international debut for Argentina in 2005. Since then, the forward has achieved a lot accolades while donning Argentina’s jersey, whereas, he had suffered some of the toughest losses of his career on the way too.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-movie-review-visually-gorgeous-james-camerons-film-repeats-originals-mistakes-543654">'Avatar: The Way of Water'&nbsp;</a>is finally here. The science-fiction epic is the sequel to Cameron's 2009 original and expands the fictional extrasolar moon Pandora, in the Alpha Centauri System. The story puts fresh challenges before the Sully family. The earthlings of RDA (Resources Development Administration), who were sent back to earth, return in force with a sense of vengeance. The Sullys (with Jake Sully and Neytiri played by returning stars Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana) flee to protect their Omaticaya Clan. They find themselves in Metkayina's territory. A water-loving people, they live around a reef and have aquatic qualities.&nbsp;

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After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer.

After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine warns citizens of longer power cuts after fresh Russian battering After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. Russian missiles battered Ukrainian power grid yet again. This worsened already dire conditions for Ukrainians and provoked accusations of "war crimes" from the European Union. US launches 'China House' within State Department as it competes with Beijing The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had announced formation of such a unit in May this year. At the time, he had called it a department-wide, integrated team that would coordinate and implement US policy across issues and regions. Peru: Two cabinet ministers step down amid protests over ouster of ex-president Castillo Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week. Education Minister Patricia Correa and Culture Minister Jair Perez both made the announcement on Friday, citing the protest deaths. "This morning I presented my letter of resignation from the position of education minister. The death of compatriots has no justification. State violence cannot be disproportionate and cause death," Correa said. TikTok slams Biden administration for "troubling" app ban law As the US prepares to impose a limited ban on Bytedance-owned short video-sharing platform TikTok on the grounds of national security, the Beijing-headquartered company slammed the Biden administration for the "troubling" bipartisan legislation. The company said that the US Congress' push for a ban on Tiktok is "politically motivated". FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Lionel Messi’s international career by the numbers The Argentine legend Lionel Messi will be playing his second FIFA World Cup final on Sunday against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi has been around for a long time now, having made his international debut for Argentina in 2005. Since then, the forward has achieved a lot accolades while donning Argentina’s jersey, whereas, he had suffered some of the toughest losses of his career on the way too. 'Avatar The Way of Water' ending explained: How James Cameron film teases a war-torn future for Pandora 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is finally here. The science-fiction epic is the sequel to Cameron's 2009 original and expands the fictional extrasolar moon Pandora, in the Alpha Centauri System. The story puts fresh challenges before the Sully family. The earthlings of RDA (Resources Development Administration), who were sent back to earth, return in force with a sense of vengeance. The Sullys (with Jake Sully and Neytiri played by returning stars Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana) flee to protect their Omaticaya Clan. They find themselves in Metkayina's territory. A water-loving people, they live around a reef and have aquatic qualities.

Morning brief: Kyiv's power scare, US TikTok ban, Peru political unrest and more

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak vowed to bring about an anti-strike law for emergency services workers as nurses across the country go on strike today over demands of a 19 per cent pay hike. In other news from Britain, reports claim that since being ousted, former PM Boris Johnson has earned over&nbsp;1 million pounds (USD 1.2 million) for giving paid speeches. Meanwhile, speaking at the&nbsp;UN Security Council open debate on&nbsp;Multilateralism,&nbsp;India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar called for&nbsp;'New Orientation for Reformed Multilateral Systems' (NORMS) to determine a global order that best reflects contemporary realities.&nbsp;

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As Britain suffers through the great strikes, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has vowed that anti-strike laws will be brought in "to protect lives and livelihoods".

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An official register of UK parliamentarians' interests has revealed that former UK prime minister Boris Johnson has already earned more that 1 million pounds (USD 1.2 million) for giving paid speeches since leaving office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-un-jaishankar-lays-out-indias-norms-for-multilateral-reforms-543141">At UN, Jaishankar lays out India's 'NORMS' for multilateral reforms</a>

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With a focus on 'Call for Change' in the functional apparatus of multilateral bodies such as the United Nations Security Council, India said that there is a need for'New Orientation for Reformed Multilateral Systems' (NORMS) to determine a global order that best reflects contemporary realities.&nbsp;

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As the third anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic approaches, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday said that it hoped that the virus would no longer be a public health emergency next year.

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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak vowed to bring about an anti-strike law for emergency services workers as nurses across the country go on strike today over demands of a 19 per cent pay hike.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak vowed to bring about an anti-strike law for emergency services workers as nurses across the country go on strike today over demands of a 19 per cent pay hike. In other news from Britain, reports claim that since being ousted, former PM Boris Johnson has earned over 1 million pounds (USD 1.2 million) for giving paid speeches. Meanwhile, speaking at the UN Security Council open debate on Multilateralism, India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar called for 'New Orientation for Reformed Multilateral Systems' (NORMS) to determine a global order that best reflects contemporary realities. Rishi Sunak says ready for a showdown with union leaders, vows to introduce anti-strike law As Britain suffers through the great strikes, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has vowed that anti-strike laws will be brought in "to protect lives and livelihoods". Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson has earned over £1 million giving speeches since quitting An official register of UK parliamentarians' interests has revealed that former UK prime minister Boris Johnson has already earned more that 1 million pounds (USD 1.2 million) for giving paid speeches since leaving office. At UN, Jaishankar lays out India's 'NORMS' for multilateral reforms With a focus on 'Call for Change' in the functional apparatus of multilateral bodies such as the United Nations Security Council, India said that there is a need for'New Orientation for Reformed Multilateral Systems' (NORMS) to determine a global order that best reflects contemporary realities. WHO says Covid-19 won't be a public emergency in 2023, seeking information on virus origins from China As the third anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic approaches, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday said that it hoped that the virus would no longer be a public health emergency next year. Watch | Iran ousted from UN women's group; Russia and China oppose move

Morning brief: WHO hopes Covid won't be health emergency in 2023, UK's anti-strike law, and more

Tensions in Peru escalated after former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo’s jail term was extended by 18 months. The relatives and supporters of Castillo, meanwhile, demonstrated outside the Barbadillo penitentiary, asking for the ousted leader’s release. In other news, 36 Chinese companies were banned by the US from importing any components as part of the new export rules introduced by the nation. Also, almost half-a-dozen journalists’ Twitter accounts were suspended, without any explanations.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/peruvian-former-president-castillos-jail-term-extended-by-18-months-543537">Former Peru president Pedro Castillo's jail term extended by 18 months</a>

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The prison term of former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo was extended by 18 months as diplomatic tensions deepened with the region’s left-leaning nations that stand against his removal.

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The United States on Thursday banned 36 Chinese companies from importing components from the United States as part of the country's new export rules. The banned Chinese companies also include Yangtze Memory Technologies and Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment, two of China's biggest chipmakers.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Twitter accounts of around half-a-dozen journalists from top media houses covering Technology were suspended without providing any explanation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/a-tiny-meteorite-probably-struck-soyuz-causing-a-coolant-leak-russian-official-says-543545">A tiny meteorite probably struck Soyuz causing a coolant leak, Russian official says</a>

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A coolant leak aboard the Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft that lasted at least three hours might have been caused by a tiny meteorite strike.

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Tensions in Peru escalated after former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo’s jail term was extended by 18 months. The relatives and supporters of Castillo, meanwhile, demonstrated outside the Barbadillo penitentiary, asking for the ousted leader’s release.

Tensions in Peru escalated after former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo’s jail term was extended by 18 months. The relatives and supporters of Castillo, meanwhile, demonstrated outside the Barbadillo penitentiary, asking for the ousted leader’s release. In other news, 36 Chinese companies were banned by the US from importing any components as part of the new export rules introduced by the nation. Also, almost half-a-dozen journalists’ Twitter accounts were suspended, without any explanations. Former Peru president Pedro Castillo's jail term extended by 18 months The prison term of former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo was extended by 18 months as diplomatic tensions deepened with the region’s left-leaning nations that stand against his removal. US follows HUAWEI suit again, imposes trade ban on 36 Chinese firms The United States on Thursday banned 36 Chinese companies from importing components from the United States as part of the country's new export rules. The banned Chinese companies also include Yangtze Memory Technologies and Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment, two of China's biggest chipmakers. Twitter suspends accounts of over half-a-dozen journalists, Elon Musk justifies it Twitter accounts of around half-a-dozen journalists from top media houses covering Technology were suspended without providing any explanation. A tiny meteorite probably struck Soyuz causing a coolant leak, Russian official says A coolant leak aboard the Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft that lasted at least three hours might have been caused by a tiny meteorite strike. Watch| Supporters of banned mayor Imamoglu rally in Istanbul

Morning brief: Castillo's jail term, US ban on Chinese firms, Twitter accounts suspension and more

The parliamentarians of opposition's Congress party are set to put forward adjournment notices to address Chinese attempts to intrude into Line of Actual Control in northeast India's state of Arunachal Pradesh in Tawang sector.&nbsp;Hong Kong has announced the lifting of its "amber code" which means that it will no longer require its residents to use its "LeaveHomeSafe" app to enter venues.&nbsp;Renewable sources of energy are forecasted to overtake coal as the largest source of electricity generation worldwide by early 2025, Paris-headquartered International Energy Agency said.

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The clash between Indian and Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control in northeastern India's Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang Sector on December 9 has evoked strong political reactions in India. Amid the ongoing parliament session, Indian National Congress, the country's principal opposition party, &nbsp;urged the government to 'explain' to Beijing in a 'stern tone'.&nbsp;

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Hong Kong has announced the lifting of its "amber code" which means that it will no longer require its residents to use its "LeaveHomeSafe" app to enter venues.&nbsp;Additionally, the much criticised "0+3" regime will also be taken away. Under&nbsp;this&nbsp;travellers were given an amber code on Hong Kong's&nbsp;app, which restricted their movement and they had to undergo a three-day medical surveillance period.

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Renewable sources of energy are forecasted to overtake coal as the largest source of electricity generation worldwide by early 2025, Paris-headquartered International Energy Agency said. The forecast holds remarkable significance to keep alive the global goal of limiting Earth's warming temperatures to 1.5 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;

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Brazil was marred by post-election violence Monday as supporters of far-right Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro protested the arrest of an indigenous leader. They tried to force their way inside the federal police headquarters in Brasilia resulting in violent scenes. Images aired on television showed burned-out cars and a bus that had been sent on fire. Explosions could be heard in videos shared by federal police officers with Reuters. What appeared like rubber bullets could also be seen being fired in the videos.

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Elon Musk is no stranger to controversies or making news and the Twitter CEO has done it again.&nbsp;On Sunday, the "world's richest person" as he was introduced took the stage at a Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco. The controversial billionaire took the stage yelling Chappelle’s famous Rick James impression: "I’m rich, b***h" reports CNN.&nbsp;

The parliamentarians of opposition's Congress party are set to put forward adjournment notices to address Chinese attempts to intrude into Line of Actual Control in northeast India's state of Arunachal Pradesh in Tawang sector.

The parliamentarians of opposition's Congress party are set to put forward adjournment notices to address Chinese attempts to intrude into Line of Actual Control in northeast India's state of Arunachal Pradesh in Tawang sector. Hong Kong has announced the lifting of its "amber code" which means that it will no longer require its residents to use its "LeaveHomeSafe" app to enter venues. Renewable sources of energy are forecasted to overtake coal as the largest source of electricity generation worldwide by early 2025, Paris-headquartered International Energy Agency said. Click on the headlines to read more: China's LAC intrusion attempt set to rock Indian parliament The clash between Indian and Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control in northeastern India's Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang Sector on December 9 has evoked strong political reactions in India. Amid the ongoing parliament session, Indian National Congress, the country's principal opposition party, urged the government to 'explain' to Beijing in a 'stern tone'. Hong Kong takes away much-criticised Covid restrictions Hong Kong has announced the lifting of its "amber code" which means that it will no longer require its residents to use its "LeaveHomeSafe" app to enter venues. Additionally, the much criticised "0+3" regime will also be taken away. Under this travellers were given an amber code on Hong Kong's app, which restricted their movement and they had to undergo a three-day medical surveillance period. By 2025, renewables to beat coal as world's top energy source: IEA Renewable sources of energy are forecasted to overtake coal as the largest source of electricity generation worldwide by early 2025, Paris-headquartered International Energy Agency said. The forecast holds remarkable significance to keep alive the global goal of limiting Earth's warming temperatures to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Bolsonaro supporters try to invade police HQ on day Lula is certified as president Brazil was marred by post-election violence Monday as supporters of far-right Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro protested the arrest of an indigenous leader. They tried to force their way inside the federal police headquarters in Brasilia resulting in violent scenes. Images aired on television showed burned-out cars and a bus that had been sent on fire. Explosions could be heard in videos shared by federal police officers with Reuters. What appeared like rubber bullets could also be seen being fired in the videos. Elon Musk met with a 'crowd of boos' at Dave Chapelle's on the eve of Twitter blue relaunch. Watch! Elon Musk is no stranger to controversies or making news and the Twitter CEO has done it again. On Sunday, the "world's richest person" as he was introduced took the stage at a Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco. The controversial billionaire took the stage yelling Chappelle’s famous Rick James impression: "I’m rich, b***h" reports CNN.

Morning Brief: China's LAC intrusion attempt, Hong Kong's Covid restrictions and more

The United States recognised China's alleged human rights violations on Tibetan people and imposed fresh sanctions on Chinese Communist Party officials linked with reported persecution of people in Tibet and Xinjiang. The US also imposed sanctions on Russia's election commission and Iranian entities for allegedly supplying drones to help Russian assault in Ukraine.&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday (December 9) that Russia could include possibility of a pre-emptive strike in its military doctrine, in an apparent reference to nuclear attack. He was speaking with reporters in Kyrghyzstan. Meanwhile, the number of marine species threatened with extinction may even overwhelm Qatar's stadium 974 beyond its full capacity where FIFA Football World Cup is being held at present. More than 42,000 marine species may go extinct in the near future, according to the global conservation body, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).&nbsp;

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The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on dozens of Russia, Iran and China-based people and entities over alleged rights abuses, including Russia's Central Election Commission, Iranian officials and Chinese nationals.

The U.S. Treasury Department said it imposed sanctions on Li Zhenyu and Zhuo Xinrong, both Chinese nationals, and 10 entities linked to the two, including Nasdaq-listed Pingtan Marine Enterprise (PME) (PME.O), over what Washington says are human rights abuses tied to China-based illegal fishing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-toys-with-idea-of-pre-emptive-nuclear-strike-541732">Vladimir Putin toys with idea of 'pre-emptive' nuclear strike</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday (December 9) that Russia could include possibility of a pre-emptive strike in its military doctrine, in an apparent reference to nuclear attack. He was speaking with reporters in Kyrghyzstan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/humanity-is-decimating-marine-life-reveals-iucns-updated-red-list-541741">Humanity is 'decimating' marine life, reveals IUCN's updated Red List</a>

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The number of marine species threatened with extinction may even overwhelm Qatar's stadium 974 beyond its full capacity where FIFA Football World Cup is being held at present. More than 42,000 marine species may go extinct in the near future, according to the global conservation body, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).&nbsp;

The IUCN statement released on Friday said that human activity, including illegal and unsustainable fishing, pollution, climate change and diseases have been threatening the survival of marine species and shut the prospect of their thrivings.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-us-cop-who-kneeled-on-george-floyd-jailed-for-three-and-a-half-years-541743">Former US cop who knelt on George Floyd jailed for three-and-a-half years</a>

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A former US police officer has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for his role in the death of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man whose killing in 2020 sparked the “Black Lives Matter” movement across the country.

In October, J Alexander Kueng, a former Minneapolis police officer, had pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter, and in exchange, a charge of aiding and abetting murder was dropped.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-journalist-who-was-detained-in-qatar-for-wearing-gay-pride-shirt-dies-brother-suspects-foul-play-541751">US journalist who was detained in Qatar for wearing gay pride shirt dies, brother suspects foul play</a>

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A US-based sports journalist, who was briefly detained in Qatar for wearing a rainbow shirt as a way of expressing support for LGBTQ, has died.&nbsp;Grant Wahl (49) collapsed on Friday while covering the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands.

According to media reports, Wahl suddenly lost consciousness while being seated in the press box at Lusail Iconic Stadium during extra time.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-president-bolsonaro-breaks-post-election-silence-541733">Brazil: President Bolsonaro breaks post-election silence</a>

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Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro finally broke his post-election silence on Friday (December 9) as he spoke to his supporters who called for a military coup against Brazil's president-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Bolsonaro said he had kept silent for almost 40 days, adding, "it hurts my soul."

"Who decides where I go are you. Who decides which way the armed forces go are you," Bolsonaro told his supporters at the gates of the presidential residence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/argentina-beat-netherlands-on-penalties-to-reach-world-cup-semis-541730">Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties to reach World Cup semis</a>

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Argentina will face Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals after beating the Netherlands 4-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 extra-time draw on a night of high World Cup drama.&nbsp;Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was the hero in the shootout after the South Americans let a two-goal lead slip in the final minutes of normal time after Lionel Messi had put them on the brink of the last four.

The United States recognised China's alleged human rights violations on Tibetan people and imposed fresh sanctions on Chinese Communist Party officials linked with reported persecution of people in Tibet and Xinjiang.

The United States recognised China's alleged human rights violations on Tibetan people and imposed fresh sanctions on Chinese Communist Party officials linked with reported persecution of people in Tibet and Xinjiang. The US also imposed sanctions on Russia's election commission and Iranian entities for allegedly supplying drones to help Russian assault in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday (December 9) that Russia could include possibility of a pre-emptive strike in its military doctrine, in an apparent reference to nuclear attack. He was speaking with reporters in Kyrghyzstan. Meanwhile, the number of marine species threatened with extinction may even overwhelm Qatar's stadium 974 beyond its full capacity where FIFA Football World Cup is being held at present. More than 42,000 marine species may go extinct in the near future, according to the global conservation body, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Click on the headlines to read more: China's rights abuses in Tibet, Russia's use of Iranian drones draw fresh US sanctions The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on dozens of Russia, Iran and China-based people and entities over alleged rights abuses, including Russia's Central Election Commission, Iranian officials and Chinese nationals. The U.S. Treasury Department said it imposed sanctions on Li Zhenyu and Zhuo Xinrong, both Chinese nationals, and 10 entities linked to the two, including Nasdaq-listed Pingtan Marine Enterprise (PME) (PME.O), over what Washington says are human rights abuses tied to China-based illegal fishing. Vladimir Putin toys with idea of 'pre-emptive' nuclear strike Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday (December 9) that Russia could include possibility of a pre-emptive strike in its military doctrine, in an apparent reference to nuclear attack. He was speaking with reporters in Kyrghyzstan. Humanity is 'decimating' marine life, reveals IUCN's updated Red List The number of marine species threatened with extinction may even overwhelm Qatar's stadium 974 beyond its full capacity where FIFA Football World Cup is being held at present. More than 42,000 marine species may go extinct in the near future, according to the global conservation body, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The IUCN statement released on Friday said that human activity, including illegal and unsustainable fishing, pollution, climate change and diseases have been threatening the survival of marine species and shut the prospect of their thrivings. Former US cop who knelt on George Floyd jailed for three-and-a-half years A former US police officer has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for his role in the death of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man whose killing in 2020 sparked the “Black Lives Matter” movement across the country. In October, J Alexander Kueng, a former Minneapolis police officer, had pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter, and in exchange, a charge of aiding and abetting murder was dropped. US journalist who was detained in Qatar for wearing gay pride shirt dies, brother suspects foul play A US-based sports journalist, who was briefly detained in Qatar for wearing a rainbow shirt as a way of expressing support for LGBTQ, has died. Grant Wahl (49) collapsed on Friday while covering the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands. According to media reports, Wahl suddenly lost consciousness while being seated in the press box at Lusail Iconic Stadium during extra time. Brazil: President Bolsonaro breaks post-election silence Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro finally broke his post-election silence on Friday (December 9) as he spoke to his supporters who called for a military coup against Brazil's president-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro said he had kept silent for almost 40 days, adding, "it hurts my soul." "Who decides where I go are you. Who decides which way the armed forces go are you," Bolsonaro told his supporters at the gates of the presidential residence. Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties to reach World Cup semis Argentina will face Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals after beating the Netherlands 4-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 extra-time draw on a night of high World Cup drama. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was the hero in the shootout after the South Americans let a two-goal lead slip in the final minutes of normal time after Lionel Messi had put them on the brink of the last four.

Morning brief: Fresh US sanctions, Putin's idea of pre-emptive nuclear strikes, George Floyd's cop & more

The US plans to impose fresh sanctions on Russia and China over alleged human rights abuses by the two countries. The impending move also intends to target the alleged use of Iranian drones by Russia in Ukraine as well as illegal fishery activities by Beijing across the Pacific. Anti-competition watchdog&nbsp;Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US filed a complaint on December 8 that was aimed at blocking Microsoft's USD 69 billion bid to buy 'Call of Duty' maker gaming giant Activision.&nbsp;The Taliban regime in Afghanistan, meanwhile,&nbsp;backed the use&nbsp;of the India-built Chabahar port in Iran and said that it is ready to provide all the necessary "facilities".

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The United States is set to impose fresh sanctions against Russia and China on Friday, citing Russia's alleged deployment of Iranian drones in Ukraine and human-rights abuse by both Moscow and Beijing. The sanctions on China will also cite Beijing's support for illegal fishing in the entire Pacific region as well as the harassment of the followers of exiled Tibetan spiritual leader&nbsp;Dalai Lama, Wall Street Journal reported while quoting officials familiar with the matter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/us-competition-watchdog-seeks-to-stop-microsoft-activision-gaming-deal-541422">US competition watchdog seeks to stop Microsoft-Activision mega gaming deal</a>

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Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US filed a complaint on Thursday (December 8) that was aimed at blocking Microsoft's USD 69 billion bid to buy 'Call of Duty' maker gaming giant Activision. This is the biggest ever deal in the gaming industy. The FTC has filed the complaint over concerns that the deal would thwart competition.

<a href="http://13.235.153.162/south-asia/taliban-back-usage-of-india-built-chabahar-port-say-ready-to-provide-facilities-541441">Taliban back usage of India-built Chabahar port, say 'ready to provide facilities'</a>

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The Taliban regime in Afghanistan have backed the use&nbsp;of the India-built Chabahar port in Iran and said that it is ready to provide all the necessary "facilities".

A statement issued by the Taliban's foreign ministry "welcomed" the proposal to include&nbsp;Chabahar port in the North-South International Transport Corridor that connects Mumbai to Moscow and passes via Iran and Azerbaijan. The statement highlighted that the regime stands "ready to provide all necessary protection and facilities in this regard."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/merit-over-birthplace-us-congress-to-debate-removing-per-country-cap-for-green-cards-541434">Merit over birthplace: US Congress to debate removing per country cap for Green Cards</a>

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The White House on Thursday supported US Congress to pass a law that seeks to eliminate the per-country quota on green cards to allow US-based employers to focus on hiring people based on merit and not birthplace.&nbsp;

The House of Representatives, this week, is scheduled to vote on the Equal Access to Green Cards for Legal Employment (EAGLE) Act of 2022. The bill was cleared by the US House Judiciary Committee in April 2022 and will face the test of Congress this week.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/foxconn-founder-pushed-china-to-loosen-covid-19-restrictions-says-report-541431">Foxconn founder pushed China to loosen COVID-19 restrictions, says report</a>

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It was Foxconn founder Terry Gou who pushed China to move away from its zero-Covid policy and loosen restrictions. Gou apparently warned Beijing that the strict stance of COVID-19 threatens its position as the world's second-largest economy in the global supply chain.&nbsp;

The US plans to impose fresh sanctions on Russia and China over alleged human rights abuses by the two countries. The impending move also intends to target the alleged use of Iranian drones by Russia in Ukraine as well as illegal fishery activities by Beijing across the Pacific.

The US plans to impose fresh sanctions on Russia and China over alleged human rights abuses by the two countries. The impending move also intends to target the alleged use of Iranian drones by Russia in Ukraine as well as illegal fishery activities by Beijing across the Pacific. Anti-competition watchdog Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US filed a complaint on December 8 that was aimed at blocking Microsoft's USD 69 billion bid to buy 'Call of Duty' maker gaming giant Activision. The Taliban regime in Afghanistan, meanwhile, backed the use of the India-built Chabahar port in Iran and said that it is ready to provide all the necessary "facilities". Click on the headlines to read more: US plans fresh sanctions on Russia, China over Iranian drones, rights abuses in Tibet The United States is set to impose fresh sanctions against Russia and China on Friday, citing Russia's alleged deployment of Iranian drones in Ukraine and human-rights abuse by both Moscow and Beijing. The sanctions on China will also cite Beijing's support for illegal fishing in the entire Pacific region as well as the harassment of the followers of exiled Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama, Wall Street Journal reported while quoting officials familiar with the matter. US competition watchdog seeks to stop Microsoft-Activision mega gaming deal Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US filed a complaint on Thursday (December 8) that was aimed at blocking Microsoft's USD 69 billion bid to buy 'Call of Duty' maker gaming giant Activision. This is the biggest ever deal in the gaming industy. The FTC has filed the complaint over concerns that the deal would thwart competition. Taliban back usage of India-built Chabahar port, say 'ready to provide facilities' The Taliban regime in Afghanistan have backed the use of the India-built Chabahar port in Iran and said that it is ready to provide all the necessary "facilities". A statement issued by the Taliban's foreign ministry "welcomed" the proposal to include Chabahar port in the North-South International Transport Corridor that connects Mumbai to Moscow and passes via Iran and Azerbaijan. The statement highlighted that the regime stands "ready to provide all necessary protection and facilities in this regard." Merit over birthplace: US Congress to debate removing per country cap for Green Cards The White House on Thursday supported US Congress to pass a law that seeks to eliminate the per-country quota on green cards to allow US-based employers to focus on hiring people based on merit and not birthplace. The House of Representatives, this week, is scheduled to vote on the Equal Access to Green Cards for Legal Employment (EAGLE) Act of 2022. The bill was cleared by the US House Judiciary Committee in April 2022 and will face the test of Congress this week. Foxconn founder pushed China to loosen COVID-19 restrictions, says report It was Foxconn founder Terry Gou who pushed China to move away from its zero-Covid policy and loosen restrictions. Gou apparently warned Beijing that the strict stance of COVID-19 threatens its position as the world's second-largest economy in the global supply chain.

Morning brief: US sanctions on Russia, China; FTC opposes Microsoft-Activision deal and more

A fire at a factory in Anyang City in central China's Henan Province has killed 36 people, state media said Tuesday, citing local authorities. Two people at the plant are still missing. In other news, a&nbsp;powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter Scale struck Southwest of Malango, Solomon Islands on Tuesday morning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/36-dead-in-factory-fire-at-chinese-city-of-anyang-536253">36 dead in factory fire in Chinese city of Anyang</a>

News agency Xinhua reported that the fire broke out Monday afternoon and no other details about the incident have been shared yet. "After receiving the alarm, the municipal fire rescue detachment immediately dispatched forces to the scene," CCTV reported.

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People have been advised to move to higher ground immediately, said a spokesperson for the Solomon Islands' prime minister. "People are advised to move to higher ground now," said the spokesman from Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's&nbsp;office."

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lgbtq-club-shooting-had-the-trappings-of-a-hate-crime-colorado-mayor-536232">LGBTQ club shooting had 'the trappings of a hate crime': Colorado mayor</a>

The shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub that killed five people and injured 25 others&nbsp;&nbsp;"had all the appearances of being a hate crime,"&nbsp;said Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers on Monday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/elon-musk-suspends-paid-verification-badge-for-twitter-until-impersonation-stops-536260">Elon Musk suspends paid verification badge for Twitter because of this reason</a>

After much chaos and confusion, Elon Musk has decided to hold off the relaunch of the 'Blue Verified' badge for Twitter. The Twitter boss said that he will be suspending the $8 subscription plan until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation.

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Who will be Pakistan's next Army chief? Five Pakistan generals are in the running. The process for the appointment has also begun.

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A fire at a factory in Anyang City in central China's Henan Province has killed 36 people, state media said Tuesday, citing local authorities. Two people at the plant are still missing.

A fire at a factory in Anyang City in central China's Henan Province has killed 36 people, state media said Tuesday, citing local authorities. Two people at the plant are still missing. In other news, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter Scale struck Southwest of Malango, Solomon Islands on Tuesday morning. 36 dead in factory fire in Chinese city of Anyang News agency Xinhua reported that the fire broke out Monday afternoon and no other details about the incident have been shared yet. "After receiving the alarm, the municipal fire rescue detachment immediately dispatched forces to the scene," CCTV reported. Powerful quake of magnitude 7.0 jolts Solomon Islands, tsunami warning issued People have been advised to move to higher ground immediately, said a spokesperson for the Solomon Islands' prime minister. "People are advised to move to higher ground now," said the spokesman from Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's office." LGBTQ club shooting had 'the trappings of a hate crime': Colorado mayor The shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub that killed five people and injured 25 others "had all the appearances of being a hate crime," said Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers on Monday. Elon Musk suspends paid verification badge for Twitter because of this reason After much chaos and confusion, Elon Musk has decided to hold off the relaunch of the 'Blue Verified' badge for Twitter. The Twitter boss said that he will be suspending the $8 subscription plan until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation. Who will be Pakistan's next Army chief? Who will be Pakistan's next Army chief? Five Pakistan generals are in the running. The process for the appointment has also begun.

Morning news brief: China fire kills 36, Colorado club shooting a 'hate crime', and more