<p>One of US President Joe Biden’s economic advisers has said that India and China may have been buying more Russian oil than previously believed.&nbsp;He said that purchase of Russian oil by the two large countries is easing supply constraints in global markets and driving the recent oil price decline.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-china-purchasing-more-russian-oil-than-earlier-believed-says-us-490799" hreflang="en">India, China purchasing more Russian oil than earlier believed, says US</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/23/273206-oil.jpg" />With West sanctions hanging over Russia in the wake of the Ukrainian war, Vladimir Putin has been selling the Russian oil to the Asian markets at a discount amid huge demand.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/we-hope-international-community-aid-agencies-will-help-says-taliban-official-after-afghanistan-earthquake-490778">Afghanistan earthquake: Taliban appeals to international community for help</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/23/273180-texas1.JPG" />As Afghanistan grapples with the&nbsp;massive earthquake, senior Taliban official Anas Haqqani appealed for international help.The earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter Scale hit Afghanistan overnight on Tuesday killing at least 1,000 people and wounding 1,500, officials said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/diego-maradonas-medical-staff-face-trial-over-his-death-490782" hreflang="en">Diego Maradona's medical staff face trial over his death</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/26/223559-maradona-1.jpg" />The family doctor and nurses who treated Maradona will be tried for alleged criminal neglect. Maradona,60, died in Buenos Aires in November 2020 while recovering from brain surgery for a blood clot.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK to stay under the jurisdiction of European human rights court</strong></p>

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One of US President Joe Biden’s economic advisers has said that India and China may have been buying more Russian oil than previously believed. He said that purchase of Russian oil by the two large countries is easing supply constraints in global markets and driving the recent oil price decline.

One of US President Joe Biden’s economic advisers has said that India and China may have been buying more Russian oil than previously believed. He said that purchase of Russian oil by the two large countries is easing supply constraints in global markets and driving the recent oil price decline. India, China purchasing more Russian oil than earlier believed, says US With West sanctions hanging over Russia in the wake of the Ukrainian war, Vladimir Putin has been selling the Russian oil to the Asian markets at a discount amid huge demand. Afghanistan earthquake: Taliban appeals to international community for help As Afghanistan grapples with the massive earthquake, senior Taliban official Anas Haqqani appealed for international help.The earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter Scale hit Afghanistan overnight on Tuesday killing at least 1,000 people and wounding 1,500, officials said. Diego Maradona's medical staff face trial over his death The family doctor and nurses who treated Maradona will be tried for alleged criminal neglect. Maradona,60, died in Buenos Aires in November 2020 while recovering from brain surgery for a blood clot. Watch | UK to stay under the jurisdiction of European human rights court Watch | US President Joe Biden unveils new plan to tackle rising fuel prices

Morning news brief: India & China buying more Russian oil, Maradona's medical staff to face trail and more

<p>As the US considers lifting some tariffs on Chinese goods, President Joe Biden said he would be speaking to President Xi Jinping.&nbsp;Former US President Donald Trump had imposed &nbsp;25 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods over alleged Chinese unfair trade practices and to protect&nbsp;US manufacturers.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-plan-on-having-a-conversation-with-president-xi-says-biden-over-tariffs-on-chinese-goods-490445" hreflang="en">I plan on having a conversation with President Xi, says Biden over tariffs on Chinese goods</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/18/248530-ez1.jpg" />Biden's comments&nbsp;come&nbsp;as the US battles historic inflation amid reports of an impending recession. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen had asserted that recession is not "inevitable" while conceding that the economy may slow down&nbsp;saying that "clearly inflation is unacceptably high".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-plane-with-126-onboard-catches-fire-after-landing-at-miami-airport-490475">Watch: Plane with 126 onboard catches fire after landing at Miami airport</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/22/272897-flight.jpg" />The plane appeared to have come to rest near a grassy area by the side of the runway. Some flights were delayed due to the fire, airport officials said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-political-crisis-eknath-shinde-with-33-sena-mlas-7-independents-leave-gujarat-for-assam-490461">Maharashtra political crisis: Eknath Shinde with 33 Sena MLAs, 7 Independents leave Gujarat for Assam</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/22/272883-eknath-shinde.jpg" />his follows allegations of cross-voting in Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) elections, in which the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won five seats, handing the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance government a huge setback.</p>

<p><strong>Emmanuel Macron meets opposition, seeks to avert political deadlock</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Jan 6 Capitol riots hearing: Election workers detail death threats</strong></p>

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As the US considers lifting some tariffs on Chinese goods, President Joe Biden said he would be speaking to President Xi Jinping. Former US President Donald Trump had imposed 25 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods over alleged Chinese unfair trade practices and to protect US manufacturers.

As the US considers lifting some tariffs on Chinese goods, President Joe Biden said he would be speaking to President Xi Jinping. Former US President Donald Trump had imposed 25 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods over alleged Chinese unfair trade practices and to protect US manufacturers. I plan on having a conversation with President Xi, says Biden over tariffs on Chinese goods Biden's comments come as the US battles historic inflation amid reports of an impending recession. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen had asserted that recession is not "inevitable" while conceding that the economy may slow down saying that "clearly inflation is unacceptably high". Watch: Plane with 126 onboard catches fire after landing at Miami airport The plane appeared to have come to rest near a grassy area by the side of the runway. Some flights were delayed due to the fire, airport officials said. Maharashtra political crisis: Eknath Shinde with 33 Sena MLAs, 7 Independents leave Gujarat for Assam his follows allegations of cross-voting in Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) elections, in which the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won five seats, handing the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance government a huge setback. Emmanuel Macron meets opposition, seeks to avert political deadlock Watch | Jan 6 Capitol riots hearing: Election workers detail death threats

Morning news brief: Biden to talk with Xi, Maharashtra political crisis and more

<p>We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far.&nbsp;Israel coalition to dissolve parliament and new elections to be held.&nbsp;After Macron handed hung parliament, France risked&nbsp;gridlock. On International Yoga Day, Indian PM Modi leads celebrations.&nbsp;Captured Americans not subject to Geneva Convention, said Russia on Ukraine war.&nbsp;Tesla ex-employees have sued company over 'mass lay-off'.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-coalition-to-dissolve-parliament-new-elections-to-be-held-490026"><strong>Israel coalition to dissolve parliament; new elections to be held</strong></a></p>

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<p>Israel's coalition said it would be submitting a bill next week to dissolve parliament as the country stares at a fifth election in less than four years.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-macron-handed-hung-parliament-france-risks-gridlock-490074"><strong>After Macron handed hung parliament, France risks gridlock</strong></a></p>

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<p>After his camp lost its parliamentary majority, French President Emmanuel Macron faced calls for his prime minister to resign, and doubt hung over his ability to rule decisively.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/international-yoga-day-2022-live-updates-indian-pm-modi-leads-yoga-day-celebrations-490066"><strong>LIVE | International Yoga Day: Indian PM Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations</strong></a></p>

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Mysuru Palace Ground where he will perform Yoga, along with others, on International Day Of Yoga.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soldiers-of-fortune-not-subject-to-geneva-convention-says-russia-on-americans-captured-in-ukraine-490056"><strong>Captured Americans not subject to Geneva Convention: Russia on Ukraine war</strong></a></p>

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<p>Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the two Americans captured in Ukraine while fighting against Russian forces had committed crimes.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tesla-ex-employees-sue-company-over-mass-lay-off-490075"><strong>Tesla ex-employees sue company over 'mass lay-off'</strong></a></p>

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<p>Former employees of electric carmaker Tesla have filed a lawsuit against the company. The employees are saying that the 'mass layoff' violated federal law since company didn't provide notice of job cuts.</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel Foreign Minister Yair Lapid to visit Turkiye amid threats of Iran attacks</strong></p>

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We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far. Israel coalition to dissolve parliament and new elections to be held. After Macron handed hung parliament, France risked gridlock.

We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far. Israel coalition to dissolve parliament and new elections to be held. After Macron handed hung parliament, France risked gridlock. On International Yoga Day, Indian PM Modi leads celebrations. Captured Americans not subject to Geneva Convention, said Russia on Ukraine war. Tesla ex-employees have sued company over 'mass lay-off'. Israel coalition to dissolve parliament; new elections to be held Israel's coalition said it would be submitting a bill next week to dissolve parliament as the country stares at a fifth election in less than four years. After Macron handed hung parliament, France risks gridlock After his camp lost its parliamentary majority, French President Emmanuel Macron faced calls for his prime minister to resign, and doubt hung over his ability to rule decisively. LIVE | International Yoga Day: Indian PM Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Mysuru Palace Ground where he will perform Yoga, along with others, on International Day Of Yoga. Captured Americans not subject to Geneva Convention: Russia on Ukraine war Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the two Americans captured in Ukraine while fighting against Russian forces had committed crimes. Tesla ex-employees sue company over 'mass lay-off' Former employees of electric carmaker Tesla have filed a lawsuit against the company. The employees are saying that the 'mass layoff' violated federal law since company didn't provide notice of job cuts. Watch: Israel Foreign Minister Yair Lapid to visit Turkiye amid threats of Iran attacks ×

Morning news brief: Israel coalition to dissolve parliament, International Yoga Day, and more

<p>French President Emmanuel Macron has lost absolute majority in French parliament. The loss of control of the National Assembly is a major setback for Macron. In other news, China has tested a land-based missile interception system. Read this and more in our morning news brief&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-legislative-polls-french-president-emmanuel-macron-loses-majority-in-parliament-489775">In legislative polls, French President Emmanuel Macron loses majority in parliament</a></strong><br />
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Macron’s Ensemble alliance seems to have got around 230-250 seats, the left-wing Nupes alliance bagged 141-175 and Les Republicains secured 60-75. For an absolute majority, at least 289 seats are needed in the lower house.</p>

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"The test reached its expected goals," said Chinese Defence Ministry. It claimed that the missile test was not aimed at any country.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-guerrilla-gustavo-petro-wins-presidential-elections-in-colombia-489786"><strong>Former guerrilla Gustavo Petro wins presidential elections in Colombia</strong></a><br />
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Gustavo Petro, who is currently a senator, has vowed to fight inequality with pension reforms, free university education and high taxes on unproductive land. He also looks to come up with a ban on new oil projects. Petro seems to have been tortured by the military when he was detained for involvement with the guerrillas.</p>

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<p><strong>Watch | Pakistan: PTI supporters stage nationwide protests as Former PM Imran Khan warns of more price hikes</strong></p>

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French President Emmanuel Macron has lost absolute majority in French parliament. The loss of control of the National Assembly is a major setback for Macron. In other news, China has tested a land-based missile interception system.

French President Emmanuel Macron has lost absolute majority in French parliament. The loss of control of the National Assembly is a major setback for Macron. In other news, China has tested a land-based missile interception system. Read this and more in our morning news brief In legislative polls, French President Emmanuel Macron loses majority in parliament Macron’s Ensemble alliance seems to have got around 230-250 seats, the left-wing Nupes alliance bagged 141-175 and Les Republicains secured 60-75. For an absolute majority, at least 289 seats are needed in the lower house. China tests land-based missile interception system "The test reached its expected goals," said Chinese Defence Ministry. It claimed that the missile test was not aimed at any country. Former guerrilla Gustavo Petro wins presidential elections in Colombia Gustavo Petro, who is currently a senator, has vowed to fight inequality with pension reforms, free university education and high taxes on unproductive land. He also looks to come up with a ban on new oil projects. Petro seems to have been tortured by the military when he was detained for involvement with the guerrillas. Watch | Pakistan: PTI supporters stage nationwide protests as Former PM Imran Khan warns of more price hikes ×

Morning news brief: Macron loses majority, China missile test, more news

<p>The Iowa state Supreme Court overruled a 2018 judgement that stated that Iowans have a constitutional right to abortion.&nbsp;The court on Friday rejected the finding of a state constitutional right to abortion, it did not specify what the new criteria should be.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iowa-supreme-court-rules-against-abortion-protections-489259" hreflang="en">US: Iowa Supreme Court rules against abortion protections</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/26/265275-2019-06-04t175737z1lynxnpef531nwrtroptp4usa-abortion-protest.JPG" />On Friday, it remained unclear whether the judgement meant that the law, which had been blocked by a district judge, would go into effect. Representatives from Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, which filed a lawsuit against the law, said they are working on the assumption that it does.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/remains-of-british-journalist-found-in-amazon-police-name-new-suspect-489254" hreflang="en">Remains of British journalist found in Amazon, police name new suspect</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/16/271225-cup1.jpg" />Pereira and Phillips vanished on June 5 in the remote Javari Valley bordering Peru and Colombia. Earlier this week, police recovered human remains from a grave in the jungle where they were led by a fisherman, Amarildo da Costa Oliveira, who confessed to killing the two men.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-moves-us-users-data-to-oracle-amid-reports-of-access-by-chinese-workers-489265" hreflang="en">TikTok moves US users’ data to Oracle amid reports of access by Chinese staff</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/18/271856-tijtok.jpg" />TikTok has decided to move the data of US servers to Oracle’s could platform amid reports that employees of its parent company ByteDance in China have repeatedly accessed private information of American users.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Steepest weekly slide in world stocks since March 2020 as tighter monetary rules worry investors</strong></p>

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The Iowa state Supreme Court overruled a 2018 judgement that stated that Iowans have a constitutional right to abortion. The court on Friday rejected the finding of a state constitutional right to abortion, it did not specify what the new criteria should be.

The Iowa state Supreme Court overruled a 2018 judgement that stated that Iowans have a constitutional right to abortion. The court on Friday rejected the finding of a state constitutional right to abortion, it did not specify what the new criteria should be. US: Iowa Supreme Court rules against abortion protections On Friday, it remained unclear whether the judgement meant that the law, which had been blocked by a district judge, would go into effect. Representatives from Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, which filed a lawsuit against the law, said they are working on the assumption that it does. Remains of British journalist found in Amazon, police name new suspect Pereira and Phillips vanished on June 5 in the remote Javari Valley bordering Peru and Colombia. Earlier this week, police recovered human remains from a grave in the jungle where they were led by a fisherman, Amarildo da Costa Oliveira, who confessed to killing the two men. TikTok moves US users’ data to Oracle amid reports of access by Chinese staff TikTok has decided to move the data of US servers to Oracle’s could platform amid reports that employees of its parent company ByteDance in China have repeatedly accessed private information of American users. Watch | Steepest weekly slide in world stocks since March 2020 as tighter monetary rules worry investors Watch | Sri Lankan govt issues new circular: Govt to close offices, schools for two weeks amid economic crisis

Morning news brief: TikTok moves US traffic to Oracle amid reports users data accessed from China and more

<p>Former US President Donald Trump's tried to pressure Mike Pence to overturn the&nbsp;2020 election defeat despite the fact that he had no authority to overturn the election verdict, the Congressional committee investigating the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots was told on Friday.&nbsp;A Russian military agent seems to have been found to use a false identity for infiltrating the Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC), the Dutch intelligence service said.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pressured-pence-to-overturn-2020-election-verdict-us-panel-hears-488926">Trump pressured Pence to overturn 2020 election verdict, US panel hears</a></strong></p>

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<p>Gregory Jacob, counsel to ex-US vice president Mike said during the hearing that,"vice president's first instinct was that there was no way that any one person, particularly the vice president could possibly have the authority to decide it by rejecting electors or to decisively alter the outcome."</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-spy-held-for-trying-to-enter-international-criminal-court-via-internship-in-netherlands-488938">Russian spy held for trying to enter International Criminal Court via internship in Netherlands</a></strong></p>

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<p>An elaborate and long cover story was created by Sergey Vladimirovich Cherkasov for looking to enter the Netherlands for an internship at the ICC as a Brazilian national, the agency's chief told Reuters.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korean-leader-kim-jong-un-sends-aid-to-800-families-suffering-from-acute-enteric-epidemic-488932" hreflang="en">North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sends aid to 800 families suffering from 'acute enteric epidemic'</a></strong></p>

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<p>Korea Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supplied aid to 800 families suffering from an "acute enteric epidemic."</p>

<p><strong>Watch | European leaders travel to Kyiv as they pledge their support amid the ongoing Russian invasion</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch | Sri Lanka economic crisis: Sri Lankans seek passport to better life</strong></p>

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Former US President Donald Trump's tried to pressure Mike Pence to overturn the 2020 election defeat despite the fact that he had no authority to overturn the election verdict, the Congressional committee investigating the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots was told on Friday.

Former US President Donald Trump's tried to pressure Mike Pence to overturn the 2020 election defeat despite the fact that he had no authority to overturn the election verdict, the Congressional committee investigating the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots was told on Friday. A Russian military agent seems to have been found to use a false identity for infiltrating the Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC), the Dutch intelligence service said. Click on headlines to read more: Trump pressured Pence to overturn 2020 election verdict, US panel hears Gregory Jacob, counsel to ex-US vice president Mike said during the hearing that,"vice president's first instinct was that there was no way that any one person, particularly the vice president could possibly have the authority to decide it by rejecting electors or to decisively alter the outcome." Russian spy held for trying to enter International Criminal Court via internship in Netherlands An elaborate and long cover story was created by Sergey Vladimirovich Cherkasov for looking to enter the Netherlands for an internship at the ICC as a Brazilian national, the agency's chief told Reuters. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sends aid to 800 families suffering from 'acute enteric epidemic' Korea Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supplied aid to 800 families suffering from an "acute enteric epidemic." Watch | European leaders travel to Kyiv as they pledge their support amid the ongoing Russian invasion × Watch | Sri Lanka economic crisis: Sri Lankans seek passport to better life ×

Morning news brief: Trump pressured Pence to overturn 2020 election verdict, Russian spy held, and more

<p>The World Health Organization (WHO) is investigating allegations that the monkeypox virus is present in the semen of patients, with the goal of determining if the disease may be transferred sexually, according to a WHO official.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/monkeypox-virus-in-semen-who-probes-if-its-a-sexually-transmitted-disease-488597" hreflang="en">Monkeypox virus in semen? WHO probes if it's a sexually transmitted disease</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/26/265363-monkeypox-1.jpg" />In recent days, scientists in Italy and Germany discovered viral DNA in the sperm of a small number of monkeypox patients, including a lab-tested sample that revealed the virus found in the sperm of a single patient was capable of infecting and multiplying in another person.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/microsoft-co-founder-bill-gates-not-a-fan-of-cryptocurrencies-and-nfts-prefers-old-investment-options-488598" hreflang="en">Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates not a fan of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, prefers old investment options</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/16/271240-bill-gates-1.jpg" />Although cryptocurrencies and NFTs have witnessed immense growth in recent years, several people are still not fans of these new technology-based properties. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is among this lot. At a TechCrunch conference, Gates said, “These digital asset trends are 100% based on greater fool theory."&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-government-raises-fuel-prices-again-petrol-diesel-at-new-high-488587" hreflang="en">Pak government raises fuel prices again; petrol, diesel at new high</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/16/271224-pak1.jpg" />Amid rising inflation, the Pakistan government on Wednesday hiked petrol prices by another Rs 24 per litre. Petrol will now cost Rs 233.89 per litre and diesel is set to cost Rs 263.31 after it was raised by Rs16.31.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;China’s Xi reaffirms support in call with Russian President Putin</strong></p>

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is investigating allegations that the monkeypox virus is present in the semen of patients, with the goal of determining if the disease may be transferred sexually, according to a WHO official.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is investigating allegations that the monkeypox virus is present in the semen of patients, with the goal of determining if the disease may be transferred sexually, according to a WHO official. Click on headlines to read more: Monkeypox virus in semen? WHO probes if it's a sexually transmitted disease In recent days, scientists in Italy and Germany discovered viral DNA in the sperm of a small number of monkeypox patients, including a lab-tested sample that revealed the virus found in the sperm of a single patient was capable of infecting and multiplying in another person. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates not a fan of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, prefers old investment options Although cryptocurrencies and NFTs have witnessed immense growth in recent years, several people are still not fans of these new technology-based properties. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is among this lot. At a TechCrunch conference, Gates said, “These digital asset trends are 100% based on greater fool theory." Pak government raises fuel prices again; petrol, diesel at new high Amid rising inflation, the Pakistan government on Wednesday hiked petrol prices by another Rs 24 per litre. Petrol will now cost Rs 233.89 per litre and diesel is set to cost Rs 263.31 after it was raised by Rs16.31. Watch | China’s Xi reaffirms support in call with Russian President Putin Watch | Federal reserve raises benchmark rates, biggest interest rate hike in 3 decades

Morning news brief: WHO probes if monkeypox can be sexually transmitted, Gates not a fan of crypto and more

<p>We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far.&nbsp;From&nbsp;G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics to&nbsp;National day celebration cancelled after discovery of unmarked site in Canada. And&nbsp;Britain's Queen Elizabeth hosts Biden at G7 reception and&nbsp;Hong Kong democracy activist Agnes Chow released from prison.</p>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-march-in-support-of-muslim-family-killed-in-truck-attack-in-canada-390941"><strong>Thousands march in support of Muslim family killed in truck attack in Canada</strong></a></p>

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<p>Thousands of people marched on Friday in support of a Canadian Muslim family run over and killed by a man driving a pick-up truck on last Sunday in an attack the police described as a hate crime.</p>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-leaders-agree-on-a-joint-declaration-to-stop-future-pandemics-390934"><strong>G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics</strong></a></p>

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<p>G7 leaders are on Saturday set to agree on a joint declaration aimed at preventing another pandemic, as they resume wide-ranging talks at their first in-person summit in almost two years.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadas-victoria-cancels-national-day-celebration-after-discovery-of-unmarked-burial-site-390947"><strong>National day celebration cancelled after discovery of unmarked site in Canada</strong></a></p>

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<p>The provincial capital of Canada's British Columbia has decided to cancel a virtual celebration of the national Canada Day holiday on July 1 after the discovery of unmarked graves of children at a now-defunct indigenous boarding school.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britains-queen-elizabeth-hosts-biden-at-g7-reception-390948"><strong>Britain's Queen Elizabeth hosts Biden at G7 reception</strong></a></p>

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<p>Britain's Queen Elizabeth met US President Joe Biden under the canopy of the world's largest indoor rainforest on Friday as she hosted a reception for leaders of the Group of Seven richest nations, who are holding a three-day summit.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-democracy-activist-agnes-chow-released-from-prison-390942"><strong>Hong Kong democracy activist Agnes Chow released from prison</strong></a></p>

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<p>Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow was released from prison on Saturday after serving nearly seven months for her role in an unauthorised assembly during the city's 2019 anti-government protests.</p>

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We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far. From G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics to National day celebration cancelled after discovery of unmarked site in Canada.

We bring to you the biggest stories of the day so far. From G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics to National day celebration cancelled after discovery of unmarked site in Canada. And Britain's Queen Elizabeth hosts Biden at G7 reception and Hong Kong democracy activist Agnes Chow released from prison. We have it all. Please click on the headline to read the full story. Thousands march in support of Muslim family killed in truck attack in Canada Thousands of people marched on Friday in support of a Canadian Muslim family run over and killed by a man driving a pick-up truck on last Sunday in an attack the police described as a hate crime. G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics G7 leaders are on Saturday set to agree on a joint declaration aimed at preventing another pandemic, as they resume wide-ranging talks at their first in-person summit in almost two years. National day celebration cancelled after discovery of unmarked site in Canada The provincial capital of Canada's British Columbia has decided to cancel a virtual celebration of the national Canada Day holiday on July 1 after the discovery of unmarked graves of children at a now-defunct indigenous boarding school. Britain's Queen Elizabeth hosts Biden at G7 reception Britain's Queen Elizabeth met US President Joe Biden under the canopy of the world's largest indoor rainforest on Friday as she hosted a reception for leaders of the Group of Seven richest nations, who are holding a three-day summit. Hong Kong democracy activist Agnes Chow released from prison Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow was released from prison on Saturday after serving nearly seven months for her role in an unauthorised assembly during the city's 2019 anti-government protests. Watch - Gravitas: Sexual abuse 'normalised' in U.K. schools ×

Morning news brief: Thousands march in support of Muslim family killed in truck attack in Canada and more

<p>Amid Russia's blockade of Black Sea ports, US President Joe Biden said his administration is "working with European partners to get 20 million tons of grain locked in Ukraine out onto the market to help bring down food price."</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-build-temporary-silos-on-ukraine-border-to-transport-grain-biden-488244" hreflang="en">We will build temporary silos on Ukraine border to transport grain: Biden</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/15/270897-sul1.jpg" />Biden said "thousands of tons of grain" has been "locked up" in Black Sea ports&nbsp;as he added that it cannot be transported because "they get blown out of the water".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/extreme-heat-wave-in-us-100-million-americans-asked-to-stay-indoors-488259">Extreme heat wave in US: 100 million Americans asked to stay indoors</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/29/200305-oof.jpg" />As a scorching, probably record-breaking heat wave swept across the central and eastern United States on Monday, more than 100 million Americans were under some type of heat warning or advisory.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/whiskey-wars-denmark-canada-end-50-year-border-dispute-over-arctic-island-488262" hreflang="en">'Whiskey wars': Denmark, Canada end 50-year border dispute over Arctic island</a></p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine war: Europe looks to West Asia for gas supplies</strong></p>

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Amid Russia's blockade of Black Sea ports, US President Joe Biden said his administration is "working with European partners to get 20 million tons of grain locked in Ukraine out onto the market to help bring down food price.

Amid Russia's blockade of Black Sea ports, US President Joe Biden said his administration is "working with European partners to get 20 million tons of grain locked in Ukraine out onto the market to help bring down food price." Click on headlines to read more: We will build temporary silos on Ukraine border to transport grain: Biden Biden said "thousands of tons of grain" has been "locked up" in Black Sea ports as he added that it cannot be transported because "they get blown out of the water". Extreme heat wave in US: 100 million Americans asked to stay indoors As a scorching, probably record-breaking heat wave swept across the central and eastern United States on Monday, more than 100 million Americans were under some type of heat warning or advisory. 'Whiskey wars': Denmark, Canada end 50-year border dispute over Arctic island Denmark and Canada have decided to formally end their “light-hearted” dispute that spanned over 50 years over an uninhabited Arctic island. Dubbed as “Whiskey wars”, the NATO allies had been squabbling over Hans Island, situated at an equal distance between Greenland and Canada's Ellesmere Island, since 1971. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Europe looks to West Asia for gas supplies Watch | West Asian Quad Leaders' summit: Indian PM Narendra Modi to attend virtually

Morning news brief: Extreme heat wave in US, Canada and Denmark end 50-year border dispute and more

<p>After former US attorney general Bill Barr lashed out at former President Donald Trump, the latter has now blasted the Capitol riot hearings as a "mockery of justice."&nbsp;News agency Reuters has reported that the European Union has warned tech giants Google, Facebook, and Twitter to tackle deepfakes or be ready to face adverse consequences.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mockery-of-justice-trump-blasts-us-capitol-riot-hearings-487936" hreflang="en">'Mockery of justice': Trump blasts US Capitol riot hearings</a></p>

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<p>Slamming for Democratic-led panel by calling it "a Kangaroo Court, hoping to distract the American people from the great pain they are experiencing," Trump said that it should instead be focusing on the country's larger problems.</p>

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<p>As a part of its crackdown against fake news, the European Commission is expected to publish the updated code of practice on disinformation on Thursday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-black-sea-blockade-ukraine-grain-supply-reaches-spain-via-baltic-sea-487889">Amid Black Sea blockade, Ukraine's grain supply reaches Spain via Baltic Sea</a></p>

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<p>Amid the war with Russia, a Ukrainian ship filled with grain reached the Spanish coast on Monday through the Baltic Sea with Russia's blockade in the Black Sea still under force.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Pakistan economic crisis: 'Renegotiate energy deal with China,' IMF puts Pakistan in a tough spot</strong></p>

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After former US attorney general Bill Barr lashed out at former President Donald Trump, the latter has now blasted the Capitol riot hearings as a "mockery of justice.

After former US attorney general Bill Barr lashed out at former President Donald Trump, the latter has now blasted the Capitol riot hearings as a "mockery of justice." News agency Reuters has reported that the European Union has warned tech giants Google, Facebook, and Twitter to tackle deepfakes or be ready to face adverse consequences. Click on headlines to read more: 'Mockery of justice': Trump blasts US Capitol riot hearings Slamming for Democratic-led panel by calling it "a Kangaroo Court, hoping to distract the American people from the great pain they are experiencing," Trump said that it should instead be focusing on the country's larger problems. European Union warns Google, Facebook, Twitter to tackle deepfakes or risk adverse consequences: Report As a part of its crackdown against fake news, the European Commission is expected to publish the updated code of practice on disinformation on Thursday. Amid Black Sea blockade, Ukraine's grain supply reaches Spain via Baltic Sea Amid the war with Russia, a Ukrainian ship filled with grain reached the Spanish coast on Monday through the Baltic Sea with Russia's blockade in the Black Sea still under force. Watch | Pakistan economic crisis: 'Renegotiate energy deal with China,' IMF puts Pakistan in a tough spot × Watch | Flash floods ravage parts of Turkey, around 5 deaths reported ×

Morning news brief: Trump blasts US Capitol riot hearings, EU warns Big Tech companies, and more

<p>Brazilian police have said that the belongings of missing British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira have been found. The duo has gone missing since last week. In other news, local Ukrainian officials have said that Russia has blown up a bridge in Severodontesk cutting off a possible evacuation route. Read this and more in our morning news brief.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/missing-british-reporter-companions-belongings-found-in-brazil-say-cops-487622"><strong>Missing British reporter, companion’s belongings found in Brazil, say cops</strong></a><br />
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To find the missing British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira, around 150 soldiers had been deployed via riverboats. They are also interviewing locals. Indigenous search teams are also looking for the pair for a week. The two men seemed to have gone on a reporting trip in the remote jungle area, where the world's largest number of uncontacted indigenous people reside.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/think-tank-says-global-nuclear-arsenal-to-grow-for-first-time-since-cold-war-487610"><strong>Think tank says global nuclear arsenal to grow for first time since Cold War</strong></a><br />
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In a new set of research, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) think-tank said has said that the Ukraine crisis has heightened tensions among the world's nine nuclear-armed states.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-destroys-bridge-in-severodontesk-cutting-escape-route-487614"><strong>Russia destroys bridge in Severodonetsk cutting escape route</strong></a><br />
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Pro-Russia separatists have held territory in Donbas since 2014 and fight between Russia and Ukraine over Severodonetsk has been linked with control over Donbas. Parts of the city have been pulverised in some of the bloodiest battles since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24.</p>

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Brazilian police have said that the belongings of missing British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira have been found. The duo has gone missing since last week.

Brazilian police have said that the belongings of missing British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira have been found. The duo has gone missing since last week. In other news, local Ukrainian officials have said that Russia has blown up a bridge in Severodontesk cutting off a possible evacuation route. Read this and more in our morning news brief. Missing British reporter, companion’s belongings found in Brazil, say cops To find the missing British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira, around 150 soldiers had been deployed via riverboats. They are also interviewing locals. Indigenous search teams are also looking for the pair for a week. The two men seemed to have gone on a reporting trip in the remote jungle area, where the world's largest number of uncontacted indigenous people reside. Think tank says global nuclear arsenal to grow for first time since Cold War In a new set of research, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) think-tank said has said that the Ukraine crisis has heightened tensions among the world's nine nuclear-armed states. Russia destroys bridge in Severodonetsk cutting escape route Pro-Russia separatists have held territory in Donbas since 2014 and fight between Russia and Ukraine over Severodonetsk has been linked with control over Donbas. Parts of the city have been pulverised in some of the bloodiest battles since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24. Watch | ‘Pride art’ in Madrid streets ahead of Pride festival ×

Morning news brief: Missing UK scribe's belongings found, Russia destroys bridge, and more

<p>In a strongly worded response to his American counterpart, China's State Councilor and Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe has said that the strategy of the United States for the Indo-Pacific region is fueling future conflict.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-strategy-for-indo-pacific-region-fueling-future-conflict-china-487354" hreflang="en">US strategy for Indo-Pacific region fueling future conflict: China</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/12/270094-untitled-design.png" />Highlighting that the ties between the two superpowers are at a critical juncture, Fenghe said that is up to the United States to improve the bilateral relationship.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-scholz-and-draghi-to-travel-to-kyiv-before-g7-summit-487365">Macron, Scholz and Draghi to travel to Kyiv before G7 summit: Report</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/12/270109-untitled-design-1.png" />German newspaper Bild am Sonntag reported that Chancellor Olaf Scholz will travel to Kyiv with his counterparts from France and Italy before the Group of Seven summit at the end of June.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-frances-parliamentary-elections-are-important-to-macron-487378" hreflang="en">Why France’s parliamentary elections are important to Macron</a></p>

<p><img alt="EXPLAINER: Why France's Macron now faces challenge from left" src="https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/HKAtZWLMn6F7mNYLB78K9g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTYyNQ--/https://s.yimg.com/uu/api/res/1.2/SEgRj06qZXNe8sA0Vfc6.g--~B/aD0xMTY0O3c9MTc4OTthcHBpZD15dGFjaHlvbg--/https://media.zenfs.com/en/ap.org/afb138d8031bcdc87de6b5b4044f0bb2" />Emmanuel Macron saw off the far right’s Marine Le Pen in April’s presidential election, but now the French president is facing a threat from the other end of the political spectrum in the fight for parliamentary power. Elections are being held nationwide to select the 577 members of the most powerful branch of France’s Parliament, the National Assembly, on Sunday, with a runoff on June 19.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickremesinghe on WION: 'This is the most challenging appointment I ever had'</strong></p>

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In a strongly worded response to his American counterpart, China's State Councilor and Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe has said that the strategy of the United States for the Indo-Pacific region is fueling future conflict.

In a strongly worded response to his American counterpart, China's State Councilor and Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe has said that the strategy of the United States for the Indo-Pacific region is fueling future conflict. Click on headlines to read more: US strategy for Indo-Pacific region fueling future conflict: China Highlighting that the ties between the two superpowers are at a critical juncture, Fenghe said that is up to the United States to improve the bilateral relationship. Macron, Scholz and Draghi to travel to Kyiv before G7 summit: Report German newspaper Bild am Sonntag reported that Chancellor Olaf Scholz will travel to Kyiv with his counterparts from France and Italy before the Group of Seven summit at the end of June. Why France’s parliamentary elections are important to Macron Emmanuel Macron saw off the far right’s Marine Le Pen in April’s presidential election, but now the French president is facing a threat from the other end of the political spectrum in the fight for parliamentary power. Elections are being held nationwide to select the 577 members of the most powerful branch of France’s Parliament, the National Assembly, on Sunday, with a runoff on June 19. Watch | Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickremesinghe on WION: 'This is the most challenging appointment I ever had' Watch | British royal Prince William spends a day on streets, sells magazines to the homeless

Morning news brief: China accuses US of 'fuelling fire' in Indo-Pacific region and more

<p>Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-talks-tough-says-will-not-hesitate-to-start-war-over-taiwan-487070" hreflang="en">China talks tough, says will 'not hesitate to start war' over Taiwan</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/52973-chinaa_1.JPG" />Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-appoints-veteran-diplomat-as-first-female-foreign-minister-487073" hreflang="en">North Korea appoints veteran diplomat as first female foreign minister</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/11/269830-untitled-design-2.jpg" />Choe, who formerly served as the North's vice foreign minister, was tapped to lead the foreign ministry at a ruling party meeting overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, the state media KCNA reported. She replaces Ri Son Gwon, a hardline former military official who previously led talks with the South.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-moderna-vaccine-effective-and-safe-for-kids-under-the-age-of-5-says-fda-487083">Covid-19: Moderna vaccine effective and safe for kids under the age of 5, says</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/18/248388-morderna.jpg" />US scientists with the Food and Drug Administration said in a new analysis of data released on Friday that Moderna's coronavirus vaccine is safe and effective for young children and infants. At a meeting next week, the FDA's outside advisors will review this information and decide whether to approve the company's vaccine for babies and children under the age of five.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-unveils-migration-plan-on-the-last-day-of-americas-summit-487069" hreflang="en">Biden unveils migration plan on the last day of Americas summit</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/10/269542-joe-biden.jpg" />US President Joe Biden on Friday unveiled new set of measures to address regional migration crisis. The unveiling happened during the Ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles.&nbsp;Twenty countries joined Biden for ceremonial unveiling but several others stayed away.</p>

<p>Watch |&nbsp;Japan PM warns against war in East Asia as tensions simmer in Indo-Pacific region</p>

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Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin.

Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin. China talks tough, says will 'not hesitate to start war' over Taiwan Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting. North Korea appoints veteran diplomat as first female foreign minister Choe, who formerly served as the North's vice foreign minister, was tapped to lead the foreign ministry at a ruling party meeting overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, the state media KCNA reported. She replaces Ri Son Gwon, a hardline former military official who previously led talks with the South. Covid-19: Moderna vaccine effective and safe for kids under the age of 5, says US scientists with the Food and Drug Administration said in a new analysis of data released on Friday that Moderna's coronavirus vaccine is safe and effective for young children and infants. At a meeting next week, the FDA's outside advisors will review this information and decide whether to approve the company's vaccine for babies and children under the age of five. Biden unveils migration plan on the last day of Americas summit US President Joe Biden on Friday unveiled new set of measures to address regional migration crisis. The unveiling happened during the Ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles. Twenty countries joined Biden for ceremonial unveiling but several others stayed away. Watch | Japan PM warns against war in East Asia as tensions simmer in Indo-Pacific region

Morning news brief: China threatens war against Taiwan, Biden unveils migration plan and more

<p>The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'.&nbsp;Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-capitol-attack-was-an-attempted-coup-says-investigating-committee-486753" hreflang="en">US Capitol attack was an 'attempted coup', says investigating committee&nbsp;</a></p>

<p><img alt="Jan. 6 committee to reveal new details of Capitol attack, allege Trump plot  to overturn election - ABC News" src="https://s.abcnews.com/images/US/trump-2-gty-er-220331_1648743102068_hpMain_16x9_992.jpg" />The attack on US Capitol on January 6, 2021 was perpetrated by supporters of former US president Donald Trump after his sustained campaign that claimed that his defeat in US elections 2020 was a 'fraud'.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/west-wont-be-able-to-cut-off-from-russian-oil-and-gas-for-years-vladimir-putin-486765" hreflang="en">West won’t be able to cut off from Russian oil and gas for years: Vladimir Putin</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/10/269565-putin.jpg" />Despite the West announcing sanctions and trying to divert their oil imports from Moscow, Vladimir Putin asserted that they won’t be able to completely cut off from the Russian oil and gas for several years. The Russian president made these remarks on Thursday after attending an exhibition in Moscow.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-un-appeals-for-usd-47-million-for-life-saving-aid-to-17-million-people-486759" hreflang="en">Sri Lanka: UN appeals for USD 47 million for life-saving aid to 1.7 million people</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/07/268769-untitled-design-1.jpg" />The UN team in Sri Lanka and non-governmental organisations have launched a joint Humanitarian Needs and Priorities (HNP) Plan, which calls for USD 47.2 million to provide life-saving assistance to 1.7 million people most affected by the economic crisis.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/britney-spears-ex-husband-jason-alexander-crashes-her-wedding-with-sam-asghari-gets-arrested-486762" hreflang="en">Britney Spears' ex husband Jason Alexander crashes her wedding with Sam Asghari, gets arrested</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/09/182005-untitled-design-2021-02-09t195901173.jpg" />Britney Spears' life continues to be dramatic. The singer's ex-husband, Jason Alexander interrupted her big day on Thursday as he tried to crash at her wedding with longtime beau and fitness instructor Sam Asghari.&nbsp;Jason reportedly landed up at Britney's &nbsp;California residence hours before she was to tie the knot.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Jan 6 Capitol riot hearing: Unseen videos of the attack televised</strong></p>

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The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'. Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9.

The head of the US Congressional Committee investigating deadly Capitol riots said that the attack was 'culmination of an attempted coup'. Bennie Thompson, chairman of the committee was speaking during public hearing that was widely broadcast Live across America during primetime on June 9. Click on headlines to read more: US Capitol attack was an 'attempted coup', says investigating committee The attack on US Capitol on January 6, 2021 was perpetrated by supporters of former US president Donald Trump after his sustained campaign that claimed that his defeat in US elections 2020 was a 'fraud'. West won’t be able to cut off from Russian oil and gas for years: Vladimir Putin Despite the West announcing sanctions and trying to divert their oil imports from Moscow, Vladimir Putin asserted that they won’t be able to completely cut off from the Russian oil and gas for several years. The Russian president made these remarks on Thursday after attending an exhibition in Moscow. Sri Lanka: UN appeals for USD 47 million for life-saving aid to 1.7 million people The UN team in Sri Lanka and non-governmental organisations have launched a joint Humanitarian Needs and Priorities (HNP) Plan, which calls for USD 47.2 million to provide life-saving assistance to 1.7 million people most affected by the economic crisis. Britney Spears' ex husband Jason Alexander crashes her wedding with Sam Asghari, gets arrested Britney Spears' life continues to be dramatic. The singer's ex-husband, Jason Alexander interrupted her big day on Thursday as he tried to crash at her wedding with longtime beau and fitness instructor Sam Asghari. Jason reportedly landed up at Britney's California residence hours before she was to tie the knot. Watch | Jan 6 Capitol riot hearing: Unseen videos of the attack televised

Morning news brief: Jan 6 probe body's startling revelations, Britney's ex-husband crashes her wedding & more

<p>Russian forces largely control the key eastern Ukrainian city of Severodonetsk, said the region's governor on Wednesday. Severodonetsk is a key city in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/key-city-in-donbas-largely-under-russian-control-says-ukraine-486382" hreflang="en">Key city in Donbas is largely under Russian control, says Ukraine</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/09/269162-severodonetsk.jpg" />&nbsp;Russia has concentrated its firepower on the Donbas region after being repelled from other regions of Ukraine. Donbas region includes Donetsk and Luhansk and the cities of Severodonetsk and Lysychansk, which are separated by a river, were the last areas still under Ukrainian control.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-military-aircraft-crashes-in-southern-california-desert-4-killed-1-presumed-dead-486402">US military aircraft crashes in California desert, 4 killed, 1 presumed dead</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/09/269210-plane.jpg" />The crash occurred around 12:25 pm on Wednesday, according to a statement by 1st Lt. Duane Kampa, a 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing spokesperson.&nbsp;There were reports of the military aircraft carrying nuclear materials onboard, but a spokesperson for the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, which operated the aircraft, denied such claims.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-warns-of-real-risk-as-monkeypox-cases-reach-1000-mark-486390" hreflang="en">WHO warns of 'real' risk as monkeypox cases reach 1000 mark&nbsp;</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/17/248132-who.jpg" />The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday warned that there was a 'real' risk of monkeypox 'becoming established' in countries where it is non-endemic. The warning from the agency came when more than a thousand cases have now been confirmed in such countries.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Japan's nuclear regulator gives initial approval to release nuclear wastewater</strong></p>

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Russian forces largely control the key eastern Ukrainian city of Severodonetsk, said the region's governor on Wednesday. Severodonetsk is a key city in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region.

Russian forces largely control the key eastern Ukrainian city of Severodonetsk, said the region's governor on Wednesday. Severodonetsk is a key city in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region. Click on headlines to read more: Key city in Donbas is largely under Russian control, says Ukraine Russia has concentrated its firepower on the Donbas region after being repelled from other regions of Ukraine. Donbas region includes Donetsk and Luhansk and the cities of Severodonetsk and Lysychansk, which are separated by a river, were the last areas still under Ukrainian control. US military aircraft crashes in California desert, 4 killed, 1 presumed dead The crash occurred around 12:25 pm on Wednesday, according to a statement by 1st Lt. Duane Kampa, a 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing spokesperson. There were reports of the military aircraft carrying nuclear materials onboard, but a spokesperson for the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, which operated the aircraft, denied such claims. WHO warns of 'real' risk as monkeypox cases reach 1000 mark The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday warned that there was a 'real' risk of monkeypox 'becoming established' in countries where it is non-endemic. The warning from the agency came when more than a thousand cases have now been confirmed in such countries. Watch | Japan's nuclear regulator gives initial approval to release nuclear wastewater Watch | Microplastic found in fresh snowfall in Antarctica

Morning news brief: Russia captures key Ukrainian city, WHO's warning on monkeypox and more

<p>After the Australian prime minister voiced concern, China and Cambodia have rubbished claims made by a recent report about a secret naval base coming up at Ream on the Gulf of Thailand.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-expected-china-cambodia-rubbish-claims-of-secret-naval-base-at-ream-as-australia-raises-concern-486103" hreflang="en">As expected, China, Cambodia rubbish claims of secret naval base at Ream as Australia raises concern</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/08/268923-ream-1.jpg" />Labelling the report as “concerning”, PM Anthony Albanese had raised questions about the project and&nbsp;called for transparency. “We encourage Beijing to be transparent about its intent and to ensure that its activities support regional security and stability,” Albanese said.&nbsp;Cambodia has also apprised Australia that no foreign military will be given ‘exclusive’ access to the Ream base, he added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-secrecy-needed-chinese-envoy-cambodian-deputy-pm-swim-together-for-cooperation-says-report-486111" hreflang="en">No secrecy needed? Chinese envoy, Cambodian Deputy PM swim together for ‘cooperation’, says report</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/08/268930-swim.jpg" />Even as Cambodia and China have been denying the upcoming secret naval base at Ream on the Gulf of Thailand, the extreme closeness seems to have been quite visible. Tea Banh, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, Cambodia and Wang Wentian, Chinese ambassador to Phnom Penh seem to have enjoyed a friendly dip together off the coast of Sihanoukville on Tuesday, said a report.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-not-responding-to-multiple-calls-for-talks-says-us-486096" hreflang="en">North Korea not responding to multiple calls for talks, says US</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/27/200152-untitled-design-2021-06-27t215041472.jpg" />A US diplomat said on Tuesday that North Korea has ignored multiple overtures from US for talks. USA's offer to help in Covid outbreak has also been ignored. Sung Kim, the US Special Representative to North Korea, was talking after North Korea's ballistic missile tests the country carried out on Sunday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/actor-matthew-mcconaughey-makes-emotional-plea-for-gun-laws-at-white-house-486086" hreflang="en">Actor Matthew McConaughey makes emotional plea for gun laws at White House</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/08/268905-matthew.jpg" />Actor and Uvalde, Texas, native Matthew McConaughey met with President Joe Biden on Tuesday, and urged more congressional action on gun violence in an emotional speech, sharing stories of those who were killed in last month's elementary school shooting.</p>

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After the Australian prime minister voiced concern, China and Cambodia have rubbished claims made by a recent report about a secret naval base coming up at Ream on the Gulf of Thailand.

After the Australian prime minister voiced concern, China and Cambodia have rubbished claims made by a recent report about a secret naval base coming up at Ream on the Gulf of Thailand. Click on headlines to read more: As expected, China, Cambodia rubbish claims of secret naval base at Ream as Australia raises concern Labelling the report as “concerning”, PM Anthony Albanese had raised questions about the project and called for transparency. “We encourage Beijing to be transparent about its intent and to ensure that its activities support regional security and stability,” Albanese said. Cambodia has also apprised Australia that no foreign military will be given ‘exclusive’ access to the Ream base, he added. No secrecy needed? Chinese envoy, Cambodian Deputy PM swim together for ‘cooperation’, says report Even as Cambodia and China have been denying the upcoming secret naval base at Ream on the Gulf of Thailand, the extreme closeness seems to have been quite visible. Tea Banh, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, Cambodia and Wang Wentian, Chinese ambassador to Phnom Penh seem to have enjoyed a friendly dip together off the coast of Sihanoukville on Tuesday, said a report. North Korea not responding to multiple calls for talks, says US A US diplomat said on Tuesday that North Korea has ignored multiple overtures from US for talks. USA's offer to help in Covid outbreak has also been ignored. Sung Kim, the US Special Representative to North Korea, was talking after North Korea's ballistic missile tests the country carried out on Sunday. Actor Matthew McConaughey makes emotional plea for gun laws at White House Actor and Uvalde, Texas, native Matthew McConaughey met with President Joe Biden on Tuesday, and urged more congressional action on gun violence in an emotional speech, sharing stories of those who were killed in last month's elementary school shooting. Watch | Apple's big annual conference: Apple shows off a new car dashboard

Morning news brief: McConaughey appeals for gun laws, China's secret naval base in Cambodia & more

<p>UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson&nbsp;averted a major scare as he won a confidence vote to retain his position as prime minister of the country.&nbsp;After a recent encounter in international airspace over Asia, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has&nbsp;denounced Beijing's "irresponsible and provocative" actions.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-decisive-win-says-pm-johnson-after-winning-confidence-vote-485775" hreflang="en">A 'decisive' win, says UK PM Johnson after winning confidence vote</a></p>

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<p>After the win, Boris Johnson termed it a 'convincing' and 'decisive' victory. Johnson needed 180 votes to win. He got 211.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-encounter-in-international-airspace-over-asia-trudeau-lambasts-chinas-provocative-actions-485791" hreflang="en">After encounter in international airspace over Asia, Trudeau lambasts China's 'provocative' actions</a></p>

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<p>Accusing the Chinese air force of unprofessional and risky behavior, Trudeau said that Canadian aircraft deployed in Japan had to avoid colliding with Bejing's jets.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africa-arrests-indian-origin-gupta-brothers-for-corruption-during-zuma-regime-485807">South Africa arrests Gupta brothers for corruption during Zuma regime</a></p>

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<p>The South African government has announced that Rajesh and Atul Gupta of the Gupta family had been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gotabaya says can't go as a failed president amid the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka</strong></p>

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson averted a major scare as he won a confidence vote to retain his position as prime minister of the country. After a recent encounter in international airspace over Asia, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has denounced Beijing's "irresponsible and provocative" actions.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson averted a major scare as he won a confidence vote to retain his position as prime minister of the country. After a recent encounter in international airspace over Asia, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has denounced Beijing's "irresponsible and provocative" actions. Click on headlines to read more: A 'decisive' win, says UK PM Johnson after winning confidence vote After the win, Boris Johnson termed it a 'convincing' and 'decisive' victory. Johnson needed 180 votes to win. He got 211. After encounter in international airspace over Asia, Trudeau lambasts China's 'provocative' actions Accusing the Chinese air force of unprofessional and risky behavior, Trudeau said that Canadian aircraft deployed in Japan had to avoid colliding with Bejing's jets. South Africa arrests Gupta brothers for corruption during Zuma regime The South African government has announced that Rajesh and Atul Gupta of the Gupta family had been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Watch | Gotabaya says can't go as a failed president amid the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka Watch | Citizens demand to free 4 Afghan music artists arrested in Pakistan

Morning news brief: Johnson wins confidence vote, Trudeau slams China, and more

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<p>South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church.&nbsp;After US, now Britain will send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine.&nbsp;Australian court has ordered&nbsp;Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos.&nbsp;Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, said study.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-response-to-north-koreas-weapons-tests-us-south-korea-launch-eight-ballistic-missiles-485391"><strong>South Korea, US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test</strong></a></p>

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<p>Seoul's military has said that in response to North Korea's weapons tests, the United States and South Korea fired eight ballistic missiles at 4:45 a.m. on Monday (1945 GMT Sunday).</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigeria-massacre-gunmen-kills-at-least-50-people-at-catholic-church-485403"><strong>Nigeria massacre: Gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church</strong></a></p>

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<p>The Nigerian government has said that gunmen killed at least 50 people in an open fire at a Catholic church located in the southwest part of the country during mass on Sunday.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-us-now-britain-to-send-multiple-launch-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-485401"><strong>After US, now Britain to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine</strong></a></p>

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<p>In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-court-orders-google-to-pay-515000-to-former-lawmaker-over-defamatory-youtube-videos-485414"><strong>Australian court orders Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos</strong></a></p>

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<p>After finding that a YouTube commentator's "relentless, racist, vilification, abusive and defamatory campaign" drove John Barilaro to quit politics prematurely, an Australian court has ordered Google to pay A$715,000 ($515,000) to the former senior lawmaker.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/diabetes-drug-helps-people-with-obesity-to-lose-weight-significantly-says-study-485412"><strong>Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, says study</strong></a></p>

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<p>A diabetes drug seems to help people with obesity in losing weight significantly, said researchers. The effect can be seen with a weekly dose of the drug. The experts have hailed the drug as a game-changer.&nbsp;</p>

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To get your day started, here are some stories. South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church.

To get your day started, here are some stories. South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church. After US, now Britain will send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine. Australian court has ordered Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos. Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, said study. South Korea, US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test Seoul's military has said that in response to North Korea's weapons tests, the United States and South Korea fired eight ballistic missiles at 4:45 a.m. on Monday (1945 GMT Sunday). Nigeria massacre: Gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church The Nigerian government has said that gunmen killed at least 50 people in an open fire at a Catholic church located in the southwest part of the country during mass on Sunday. After US, now Britain to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday. Australian court orders Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos After finding that a YouTube commentator's "relentless, racist, vilification, abusive and defamatory campaign" drove John Barilaro to quit politics prematurely, an Australian court has ordered Google to pay A$715,000 ($515,000) to the former senior lawmaker. Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, says study A diabetes drug seems to help people with obesity in losing weight significantly, said researchers. The effect can be seen with a weekly dose of the drug. The experts have hailed the drug as a game-changer. Watch: Philippines: Mt. Bulusan roars into action, steam-rich plumes of smoke turns the sky grey ×

Morning news brief: South Korea, US fire missiles, Google ordered to pay damages, and more

<p>The South Korean military believes that North Korea has launched at least one ballistic missile off its east coast on Sunday. The missile test came just hours after South Korea and the United States wrapped up their first joint military drill.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-test-fires-ballistic-missile-after-us-south-korea-stage-drills-485172" hreflang="en">North Korea test-fires ballistic missile after US, South Korea stage drills</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/25/264931-missile-4.jpg" />This is the second time in two months that North Korea has conducted a missile test. Last month, they test-fired three missiles, including the Hwasong-17 – possibly the largest intercontinental ballistic missile in its arsenal.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bidens-evacuated-out-from-beach-house-after-plane-violates-airspace-485171">Bidens evacuated from beach house after plane violates airspace</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/05/268042-bidens.jpg" />US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden were evacuated from their beach house in Delaware after a plane breached restricted airspace near their house, the White House said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-tv-mocks-opulent-queens-platinum-jubilee-warns-uk-to-brace-for-power-cuts-485183">Russian TV mocks ‘opulent’ Queen's platinum jubilee, warns UK to ‘brace for power cuts’</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/05/268054-platimun.jpg" />A Russian state TV channel has mocked the Queen's platinum jubilee, claiming that Britain has “found the money for an opulent celebration” in the middle of an energy crisis, local media reports said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;33 years of Tiananmen massacre: China vies to remove all reminders of 1989 crackdown</strong></p>

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The South Korean military believes that North Korea has launched at least one ballistic missile off its east coast on Sunday. The missile test came just hours after South Korea and the United States wrapped up their first joint military drill.

The South Korean military believes that North Korea has launched at least one ballistic missile off its east coast on Sunday. The missile test came just hours after South Korea and the United States wrapped up their first joint military drill. Click on headlines to read more: North Korea test-fires ballistic missile after US, South Korea stage drills This is the second time in two months that North Korea has conducted a missile test. Last month, they test-fired three missiles, including the Hwasong-17 – possibly the largest intercontinental ballistic missile in its arsenal. Bidens evacuated from beach house after plane violates airspace US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden were evacuated from their beach house in Delaware after a plane breached restricted airspace near their house, the White House said. Russian TV mocks ‘opulent’ Queen's platinum jubilee, warns UK to ‘brace for power cuts’ A Russian state TV channel has mocked the Queen's platinum jubilee, claiming that Britain has “found the money for an opulent celebration” in the middle of an energy crisis, local media reports said. Watch | 33 years of Tiananmen massacre: China vies to remove all reminders of 1989 crackdown Watch | IIFA 2022: WION in Abu Dhabi; Bollywood stars on WION

Morning news brief: N Korea conduct's missile test, Biden evacuated after plane breaches airspace & more

<p>French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin had committed a "historic and fundamental error" by invading Ukraine and was now "isolated".</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-made-historic-error-by-invading-ukraine-french-president-emmanuel-macron-484899" hreflang="en">Putin made 'historic error' by invading Ukraine: French president Emmanuel Macron</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/21/263951-france1.jpg" />The French president repeated that Russia should not be "humiliated... so that the day the fighting stops we can pave a way out through diplomatic means." Macron also said he did not "rule out" a visit to Kyiv.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musks-tesla-hired-pr-firm-to-monitor-employees-on-facebook-report-484903" hreflang="en">Elon Musk’s Tesla hired PR firm to monitor employees on Facebook: Report</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/04/267779-telsa-3.jpg" />Elon Musk’s Tesla company reportedly hired a PR consultancy firm to monitor their employees’ activities on social media, especially Facebook, when some workers sought to form a union at the company’s factory in Fermont, California, between 2017 and 2018.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/january-6-riots-peter-navarro-former-trump-adviser-charged-with-contempt-of-congress-484897" hreflang="en">January 6 riots: Peter Navarro, former Trump adviser charged with contempt of Congress</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/08/172984-donald-trump-and-peter-navarro.jpg" />A former top adviser to ex-US president has been charged with contempt of Congress. Peter Navarro, faces a charge of refusing to cooperate with the House of Representatives committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. An announcement about the contempt charges was made by the Justice Department on Friday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/june-4-thirty-third-anniversary-of-tiananmen-square-massacre-484889" hreflang="en">June 4: Thirty-third anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/49300-Tia1.jpg" />Tiananmen Square Protests and subsequent crackdown and killings was a watershed moment in China. The country, where all power is wielded by a single party (and by top leaders of the party), brutally crushed pro-democracy voices and aspirations of its very own citizens.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Putin breaks his silence on the food crisis: Blames the West for the ongoing global food crisis</strong></p>

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin had committed a "historic and fundamental error" by invading Ukraine and was now "isolated".

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin had committed a "historic and fundamental error" by invading Ukraine and was now "isolated". Click on headlines to read more: Putin made 'historic error' by invading Ukraine: French president Emmanuel Macron The French president repeated that Russia should not be "humiliated... so that the day the fighting stops we can pave a way out through diplomatic means." Macron also said he did not "rule out" a visit to Kyiv. Elon Musk’s Tesla hired PR firm to monitor employees on Facebook: Report Elon Musk’s Tesla company reportedly hired a PR consultancy firm to monitor their employees’ activities on social media, especially Facebook, when some workers sought to form a union at the company’s factory in Fermont, California, between 2017 and 2018. January 6 riots: Peter Navarro, former Trump adviser charged with contempt of Congress A former top adviser to ex-US president has been charged with contempt of Congress. Peter Navarro, faces a charge of refusing to cooperate with the House of Representatives committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. An announcement about the contempt charges was made by the Justice Department on Friday. June 4: Thirty-third anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre Tiananmen Square Protests and subsequent crackdown and killings was a watershed moment in China. The country, where all power is wielded by a single party (and by top leaders of the party), brutally crushed pro-democracy voices and aspirations of its very own citizens. Watch | Putin breaks his silence on the food crisis: Blames the West for the ongoing global food crisis

Morning news brief: Macron says Putin made 'historic error' by invading Ukraine and more

<p>In an impassioned but assertive address to the nation, US President Joe Biden has&nbsp;asked&nbsp;Congress to take measures to prevent mass shootings.&nbsp;Queen&nbsp;Elizabeth&nbsp;II has&nbsp;kicked off the first of four days of celebrations marking her record-breaking 70 years on the throne.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/enough-biden-urges-political-action-to-prevent-gun-violence-deaths-484572">'Enough!', Biden urges political action to prevent gun violence deaths</a></p>

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<p>“Don’t tell me raising the age won't make a difference. Enough,” said Biden during a televised address.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-greets-jubilee-crowds-but-will-miss-friday-service-484562" hreflang="en">Queen Elizabeth greets Jubilee crowds, but will miss Friday service</a></p>

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<p>Queen Elizabeth has been British monarch for 70 years, longer than any of her predecessors.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-hikes-prices-of-petroleum-products-power-massively-as-chinese-banks-agree-to-refinance-with-23-bn-484583" hreflang="en">Heading for turmoil? Pak hikes prices of petroleum products, power massively</a></p>

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<p>Pakistan’s financial troubles seem to be far from over. The government of Pakistan has again hiked the prices of several petroleum products by another Rs 30.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters 100th day, battle rages in Severodonetsk</strong></p>

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In an impassioned but assertive address to the nation, US President Joe Biden has asked Congress to take measures to prevent mass shootings. Queen Elizabeth II has kicked off the first of four days of celebrations marking her record-breaking 70 years on the throne.

In an impassioned but assertive address to the nation, US President Joe Biden has asked Congress to take measures to prevent mass shootings. Queen Elizabeth II has kicked off the first of four days of celebrations marking her record-breaking 70 years on the throne. Click on headlines to read more: 'Enough!', Biden urges political action to prevent gun violence deaths “Don’t tell me raising the age won't make a difference. Enough,” said Biden during a televised address. Queen Elizabeth greets Jubilee crowds, but will miss Friday service Queen Elizabeth has been British monarch for 70 years, longer than any of her predecessors. Heading for turmoil? Pak hikes prices of petroleum products, power massively Pakistan’s financial troubles seem to be far from over. The government of Pakistan has again hiked the prices of several petroleum products by another Rs 30. Watch | Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters 100th day, battle rages in Severodonetsk Watch | US: Multiple people injured in a shooting at Wisconsin cemetery during funeral

Morning news brief: Biden urges political action to prevent gun violence deaths, and more

<p>A gunman killed at least four&nbsp;people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas. In other news, jury has given a split verdict in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fresh-shootout-in-us-gunman-kills-at-least-three-in-oklahoma-484284">Fresh shootout in US, gunman kills at least four in Oklahoma medical centre</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267187-tulsa-shootout.jpg" />White House said in a statement that US President Joe Biden had been briefed about the Tulsa shooting. The statement said that the administration has offered support to local officials.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/new-chapter-has-begun-says-johnny-depp-after-winning-case-against-amber-heard-484275" hreflang="en">'New chapter has begun', says Johnny Depp after winning case against Amber Heard</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/16/262701-depp-ambber-heard.jpg" />Actor Johnny Depp took to Facebook to post a statement after the court in Virginia found that his ex-wife and actor Amber Heard had indeed defamed him. The verdict followed a six-week much publicised and closely watched case in which both had sued each other.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-advances-on-severodonetsk-forces-fight-on-streets-484280" hreflang="en">Russia advances on Severodonetsk, troops fight in streets</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267186-severodonetsk.jpg" />Russian troops on Wednesday made progress towards gaining control of Severodonetsk, a major city in Ukraine's Luhansk province. Luhansk governor Sergiy Gaiday said that Russians had taken control of 70 per cent of the city and Ukrainian forces are withdrawing to prepared positions.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-says-us-sending-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-will-increase-risk-of-direct-confrontation-484296">Russia says US sending rocket systems to Ukraine will increase risk of direct confrontation</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267204-segei.jpg" />Slamming the US for its decision to send rocket systems and other sophisticated weapons to Ukraine, Russia has warned that it could widen the conflict and increase the risk of direct confrontation with Washington.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Oklahoma Hospital Shooting: Four dead and multiple injured, suspected gunman also killed</strong></p>

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A gunman killed at least four people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas.

A gunman killed at least four people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas. In other news, jury has given a split verdict in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case Click on headlines to read more: Fresh shootout in US, gunman kills at least four in Oklahoma medical centre White House said in a statement that US President Joe Biden had been briefed about the Tulsa shooting. The statement said that the administration has offered support to local officials. 'New chapter has begun', says Johnny Depp after winning case against Amber Heard Actor Johnny Depp took to Facebook to post a statement after the court in Virginia found that his ex-wife and actor Amber Heard had indeed defamed him. The verdict followed a six-week much publicised and closely watched case in which both had sued each other. Russia advances on Severodonetsk, troops fight in streets Russian troops on Wednesday made progress towards gaining control of Severodonetsk, a major city in Ukraine's Luhansk province. Luhansk governor Sergiy Gaiday said that Russians had taken control of 70 per cent of the city and Ukrainian forces are withdrawing to prepared positions. Russia says US sending rocket systems to Ukraine will increase risk of direct confrontation Slamming the US for its decision to send rocket systems and other sophisticated weapons to Ukraine, Russia has warned that it could widen the conflict and increase the risk of direct confrontation with Washington. Watch | Oklahoma Hospital Shooting: Four dead and multiple injured, suspected gunman also killed

Morning news brief: Another shootout in US, Depp jubilant after winning against Amber Heard and more

<p>US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country. He made the confirmation in an opinion piece in the New York Times on Tuesday.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-provide-more-advanced-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-says-biden-483962">US to provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, says Biden</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/04/259598-2022-05-02t192824z1lynxnpei410p6rtroptp4usa-biden.JPG" />AFP reported quoting a US official that Himar multiple rocket systems will be provided to Ukraine. This, said the news agency,&nbsp;as ended days of speculation over the latest upgrade of military aid to Kyiv in its fight against Russia.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-kks-last-performance-before-his-untimely-death-leaves-us-in-tears-483946">Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears</a></p>

<p><img alt="Bollywood - Singer KK no more, dies of a heart attack: Report - Telegraph  India" src="https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2022/May/1654020257_new-project-2022-05-31t233359-673.jpg" />The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in&nbsp;Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-says-it-conducted-readiness-patrol-around-island-of-taiwan-483970" hreflang="en">Chinese military says it conducted readiness patrol around island of Taiwan</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/09/260800-air-craft.jpg" />The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-brazilian-floods-rises-to-106-10-still-missing-483971" hreflang="en">Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 106, 10 still missing</a></p>

<p><img alt="Death toll from Brazil floods at least 91, with dozens lost" src="https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/107068806-1653957433810-gettyimages-1240991794-AA_30052022_749064.jpeg?v=1653957139&amp;w=929&amp;h=523&amp;ffmt=webp" />At least 106 people have died and 10 are still missing in Brazil, the government said on Tuesday, as heavy rains tore through urban towns in the northeastern part of the country for a sixth consecutive day.</p>

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US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country.

US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country. He made the confirmation in an opinion piece in the New York Times on Tuesday. Click on headlines to read more: US to provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, says Biden AFP reported quoting a US official that Himar multiple rocket systems will be provided to Ukraine. This, said the news agency, as ended days of speculation over the latest upgrade of military aid to Kyiv in its fight against Russia. Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead. Chinese military says it conducted readiness patrol around island of Taiwan The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory. Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 106, 10 still missing At least 106 people have died and 10 are still missing in Brazil, the government said on Tuesday, as heavy rains tore through urban towns in the northeastern part of the country for a sixth consecutive day. Watch | Report: Israel warns 100 of its citizens to leave Turkey over threat from Iran

Morning news brief: US to send more weapons to Ukraine, KK's last performance and more

<p>In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent&nbsp;of oil imports from Moscow.&nbsp;Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced&nbsp;a proposed freeze on handgun ownership.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-eu-bans-imports-of-russian-oil-prices-jump-in-early-asian-trade-483668" hreflang="en">After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump in early Asian trade</a></p>

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<p>The ban will be implemented by the end of the year. But the move seems to have triggered a spike in the prices of the commodity. The price of oil witnessed a hike in early Asian trade on Tuesday, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-within-week-of-texas-shootout-justin-trudeau-proposes-handgun-freeze-483659">Canada: Within week of Texas shootout, Justin Trudeau proposes handgun freeze</a></p>

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<p>Trudeau's bill will have to be passed by the parliament. Ruling Liberals are currently holding minority of seats.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hurricane-agatha-pacific-seasons-first-hurricane-makes-landfall-in-mexico-483666">Hurricane Agatha: Pacific season’s first hurricane makes landfall in Mexico</a></p>

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<p>Bringing torrential rains and the threat of flooding as the first named storm in the eastern Pacific this year, Hurricane Agatha plowed into beach resorts on Mexico's southern Pacific coast.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | US President Joe Biden says 'won't send rockets that could reach Russia'</strong></p>

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In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent of oil imports from Moscow. Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a proposed freeze on handgun ownership.

In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent of oil imports from Moscow. Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a proposed freeze on handgun ownership. Click on headlines to read more: After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump in early Asian trade The ban will be implemented by the end of the year. But the move seems to have triggered a spike in the prices of the commodity. The price of oil witnessed a hike in early Asian trade on Tuesday, media reports said. Canada: Within week of Texas shootout, Justin Trudeau proposes handgun freeze Trudeau's bill will have to be passed by the parliament. Ruling Liberals are currently holding minority of seats. Hurricane Agatha: Pacific season’s first hurricane makes landfall in Mexico Bringing torrential rains and the threat of flooding as the first named storm in the eastern Pacific this year, Hurricane Agatha plowed into beach resorts on Mexico's southern Pacific coast. Watch | US President Joe Biden says 'won't send rockets that could reach Russia' Watch | Nepal Plane Crash: 21 out of 22 bodies recovered

Morning news brief: After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump, and more

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<p>Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over.&nbsp;Biden visited&nbsp;Uvalde to pay&nbsp;tribute to victims of&nbsp;Texas shooting.&nbsp;Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after&nbsp;US school shooting.&nbsp;At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil.&nbsp;<br />
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-shooting-biden-visits-uvalde-pays-tribute-to-victims-483347"><strong>Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims</strong></a></p>

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<p>US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-44-killed-56-missing-after-heavy-rains-in-northeastern-brazil-483360"><strong>At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil</strong></a></p>

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<p>Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-pm-naftali-bennett-says-iran-will-pay-full-price-for-instigating-attacks-through-its-proxies-483359"><strong>Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over</strong></a></p>

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<p>Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-school-shooting-in-3-days-over-25-mn-raised-in-donations-for-four-children-left-without-parents-483350"><strong>US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents</strong></a></p>

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<p>After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents.&nbsp;</p>

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting. Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after US school shooting. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil. Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies. US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents. Watch: Nepal: Debris of crashed Tara Air plane found in Mustang ×

Morning news brief: Biden visits Uvalde, heavy rains in Brazil and more

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saeed Khatibzadeh, the spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry, the crews of two Greek oil tankers it has seized in the Gulf are not under arrest and are in "good health".</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-crisis-zelensky-says-situation-indescribably-difficult-in-donbas-and-kharkiv-483058" hreflang="en">Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas and Kharkiv</a></p>

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<p>"The situation is very difficult, especially in those areas in Donbas and Kharkiv region, where the Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself," Ukrainian President Volodymyr&nbsp;Zelensky&nbsp;said in his address.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-foreign-ministry-says-crews-of-seized-greek-tankers-not-arrested-in-good-health-483065">Iran's foreign ministry says crews of seized Greek tankers not arrested</a></p>

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<p>In a veiled attack on the US for asking Greece to seize the crude oil cargo of an Iranian-flagged tanker, Khatibzadeh said the ties between Tehran and Athens "must not be hampered by deeply shortsighted miscalculations, including highway robbery on the command of a third party".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-at-least-35-killed-in-heavy-rains-as-downpours-lash-two-major-cities-483067">Brazil: At least 35 killed in heavy rains as downpours lash two major cities</a></p>

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<p>At least 35 people have been killed by torrential rains in Brazil's northeastern Pernambuco state as downpours lashed two major cities on the Atlantic coast.</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions. Saeed Khatibzadeh, the spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry, the crews of two Greek oil tankers it has seized in the Gulf are not under arrest and are in "good health". Click on headlines to read more: Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas and Kharkiv "The situation is very difficult, especially in those areas in Donbas and Kharkiv region, where the Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his address. Iran's foreign ministry says crews of seized Greek tankers not arrested In a veiled attack on the US for asking Greece to seize the crude oil cargo of an Iranian-flagged tanker, Khatibzadeh said the ties between Tehran and Athens "must not be hampered by deeply shortsighted miscalculations, including highway robbery on the command of a third party". Brazil: At least 35 killed in heavy rains as downpours lash two major cities At least 35 people have been killed by torrential rains in Brazil's northeastern Pernambuco state as downpours lashed two major cities on the Atlantic coast. Watch | 'China visit not an investigation,' UNHRC chief Michelle Bachelet backs dragon Watch | Colombia Presidential Election: Petro takes 40% opinion poll votes

Morning news brief: Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas, and more

<p>In an apparent tit-for-tat move, two Greek oil tankers have been seized by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard in the Persian Gulf.&nbsp;Former US President Donald Trump has said that the 'evil' massacre in Texas, in which 19 children and two teachers were killed by a gunman, is a reason to arm, not to disarm.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tit-for-tat-iran-flares-tensions-after-seizing-two-greek-oil-tankers-in-persian-gulf-482765">Iran flares tensions after seizing two Greek oil tankers in Persian Gulf</a></p>

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<p>This comes as Greece had seized an Iranian oil tanker on the request of the US over the alleged violations of sanctions in the Mediterranean Sea recently.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-shooting-donald-trump-says-evil-massacre-a-reason-to-arm-not-disarm-482785" hreflang="en">Texas shooting: Donald Trump says 'evil' massacre a reason to arm, not disarm</a></p>

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<p>While addressing the National Rifle Association's (NRA) annual meeting, Trump said decent Americans should be allowed the firearms they need to defend themselves.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/shehbaz-sharif-blames-imran-khan-for-pakistans-economic-problems-482786">Shehbaz Sharif blames Imran Khan for Pakistan's economic problems</a></p>

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<p>Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has blamed former prime minister Imran Khan for country's economic woes including mounting loans and inflation.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | US, Australia &amp; allies counter China as it steadily builds influence in the South Pacific</strong></p>

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In an apparent tit-for-tat move, two Greek oil tankers have been seized by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard in the Persian Gulf. Former US President Donald Trump has said that the 'evil' massacre in Texas, in which 19 children and two teachers were killed by a gunman, is a reason to arm, not to disarm.

In an apparent tit-for-tat move, two Greek oil tankers have been seized by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard in the Persian Gulf. Former US President Donald Trump has said that the 'evil' massacre in Texas, in which 19 children and two teachers were killed by a gunman, is a reason to arm, not to disarm. Click on headlines to read more: Iran flares tensions after seizing two Greek oil tankers in Persian Gulf This comes as Greece had seized an Iranian oil tanker on the request of the US over the alleged violations of sanctions in the Mediterranean Sea recently. Texas shooting: Donald Trump says 'evil' massacre a reason to arm, not disarm While addressing the National Rifle Association's (NRA) annual meeting, Trump said decent Americans should be allowed the firearms they need to defend themselves. Shehbaz Sharif blames Imran Khan for Pakistan's economic problems Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has blamed former prime minister Imran Khan for country's economic woes including mounting loans and inflation. Watch | US, Australia & allies counter China as it steadily builds influence in the South Pacific Watch | Gravitas: Cops in Brazil gas man to death in an "improvised gas chamber"

Morning news brief: Iran flares tensions after seizing two Greek oil tankers, and more

<p>Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches.&nbsp;A man carrying a gun in a neighbourhood full of schools has been shot by the police in Toronto days after a mass shooting in a primary school located in Texas.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-china-utilise-veto-power-to-halt-us-bid-to-punish-north-korea-over-its-missile-launches-482495">Russia, China utilise veto power to halt US bid to punish North Korea over its missile launches</a></p>

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<p>After US President Joe Biden departed from Seoul, North Korea had tested three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-carrying-gun-near-schools-shot-dead-by-toronto-police-after-texas-shooting-482492">Man carrying gun near schools shot by Toronto police after Texas shooting</a></p>

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<p>The local media reported that the incident prompted five nearby schools to be placed under precautionary lockdowns.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-parliaments-lower-house-passes-bill-to-term-all-non-consensual-sex-as-rape-482486">Spain’s parliament passes bill&nbsp;to term all non-consensual sex as rape</a></p>

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<p>A bill has been passed in the lower house of Spain's parliament on Thursday to qualify all kinds of non-consensual sex as rape, media reports said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Sri Lanka: President Rajapaksa pleads for international assistance amid financial woes</strong></p>

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Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches.

Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches. A man carrying a gun in a neighbourhood full of schools has been shot by the police in Toronto days after a mass shooting in a primary school located in Texas. Click on headlines to read more Russia, China utilise veto power to halt US bid to punish North Korea over its missile launches After US President Joe Biden departed from Seoul, North Korea had tested three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). Man carrying gun near schools shot by Toronto police after Texas shooting The local media reported that the incident prompted five nearby schools to be placed under precautionary lockdowns. Spain’s parliament passes bill to term all non-consensual sex as rape A bill has been passed in the lower house of Spain's parliament on Thursday to qualify all kinds of non-consensual sex as rape, media reports said. Watch | Sri Lanka: President Rajapaksa pleads for international assistance amid financial woes Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan descends into civil war

Morning news brief: China, Russia veto US bid at UN to punish North Korea, and more

<p>It has come to light that Texas gunman had declared his intentions on social media before the attack. The horrific tragedy saw at least 19 children dead. In other news, supporters of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan set China Chowk metro station on fire. Read this and more in our morning brief.</p>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-still-wild-west-us-school-shooting-gunman-shared-intentions-on-social-media-before-attack-482208"><strong>Is it still wild west? US school shooting gunman shared intentions on social media before attack</strong></a><br />
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Before going to Texas elementary school for carrying out attack, Ramos had also shot his grandmother, said Lt Christopher Olivarez, spokesperson, Texas Department of Public Safety. Ramos had also posted about the intention to shoot his grandmother on social media, as per the governor.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-imran-khan-supporters-set-china-chowk-metro-station-on-fire-in-pakistan-482237"><strong>Watch | Imran Khan supporters set China Chowk Metro station on fire in Pakistan</strong></a><br />
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Protesters set fire to trees and vehicles, according to Islamabad police. The police said in a post on Twitter that after the fire bigrade put out the fires, the protestors set fire to the Express Chowrangi again.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-foreign-minister-arrives-in-solomon-islands-482250"><strong>Chinese foreign minister arrives in Solomon Islands, all eyes on the pact</strong></a></p>

<p>Wang Yi's visit to the Solomon Islands has assumed importance in light of the recent security agreement between China and the island nation.</p>

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It has come to light that Texas gunman had declared his intentions on social media before the attack. The horrific tragedy saw at least 19 children dead. In other news, supporters of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan set China Chowk metro station on fire.

It has come to light that Texas gunman had declared his intentions on social media before the attack. The horrific tragedy saw at least 19 children dead. In other news, supporters of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan set China Chowk metro station on fire. Read this and more in our morning brief. Is it still wild west? US school shooting gunman shared intentions on social media before attack Before going to Texas elementary school for carrying out attack, Ramos had also shot his grandmother, said Lt Christopher Olivarez, spokesperson, Texas Department of Public Safety. Ramos had also posted about the intention to shoot his grandmother on social media, as per the governor. Watch | Imran Khan supporters set China Chowk Metro station on fire in Pakistan Protesters set fire to trees and vehicles, according to Islamabad police. The police said in a post on Twitter that after the fire bigrade put out the fires, the protestors set fire to the Express Chowrangi again. Chinese foreign minister arrives in Solomon Islands, all eyes on the pact Wang Yi's visit to the Solomon Islands has assumed importance in light of the recent security agreement between China and the island nation. 'Partygate' Report Out: Sue Gray report details 15 illegal parties ×

Morning news brief: Texas gunman shared intent on social media, Pakistan ruckus, more news

<p>A mass shootout has taken place in a Texas school in USA killing at least 19 kids. This has elicited strong reactions in the US against easy availability of guns. In other news, North Korea has carried out missile tests just hours after US President Joe Biden's departure from Asia.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-school-shooting-since-2009-274-shootings-1536-killed-says-us-group-481963"><strong>Texas school shooting: 'Since 2009… 274 shootings, 1,536 killed,' says US group</strong></a><br />
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"Since 2009, there have been 274 mass shootings in the United States, resulting in 1,536 people shot and killed and 983 people shot and wounded," the Gun Safety organisation Everytown says.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bidding-goodbye-to-us-president-joe-biden-north-korea-fires-three-ballistic-missiles-towards-sea-481954"><strong>Bidding goodbye to US President Joe Biden? North Korea fires three ballistic missiles towards sea</strong></a><br />
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At least two launches were reported by the Japan's coast guard. The missiles seem to have fallen outside exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of Japan, broadcaster NHK said. When Biden was visiting South Korea, he had brushed aside queries regarding any possible provocation by North Korea during the trip. Biden had said, “We are prepared for anything North Korea does".</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-slows-offensive-deliberately-to-help-people-evacuate-zelensky-calls-it-lies-to-hide-losses-481956">Russia slows offensive deliberately to help people evacuate, Zelensky calls it lies to hide losses</a> </strong>&nbsp;<br />
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The Russian leader made the announcement in front of the defence ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO). It is a military alliance between Russia and five other ex-Soviet republics.</p>

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<p><strong>North Korea test fires three missiles hours after US President Biden leaves Asia</strong></p>

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A mass shootout has taken place in a Texas school in USA killing at least 19 kids. This has elicited strong reactions in the US against easy availability of guns.

A mass shootout has taken place in a Texas school in USA killing at least 19 kids. This has elicited strong reactions in the US against easy availability of guns. In other news, North Korea has carried out missile tests just hours after US President Joe Biden's departure from Asia. Texas school shooting: 'Since 2009… 274 shootings, 1,536 killed,' says US group "Since 2009, there have been 274 mass shootings in the United States, resulting in 1,536 people shot and killed and 983 people shot and wounded," the Gun Safety organisation Everytown says. Bidding goodbye to US President Joe Biden? North Korea fires three ballistic missiles towards sea At least two launches were reported by the Japan's coast guard. The missiles seem to have fallen outside exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of Japan, broadcaster NHK said. When Biden was visiting South Korea, he had brushed aside queries regarding any possible provocation by North Korea during the trip. Biden had said, “We are prepared for anything North Korea does". Russia slows offensive deliberately to help people evacuate, Zelensky calls it lies to hide losses The Russian leader made the announcement in front of the defence ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO). It is a military alliance between Russia and five other ex-Soviet republics. North Korea test fires three missiles hours after US President Biden leaves Asia ×

Morning news brief: Texas school shooting, North Korea missile test, more news

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the&nbsp;mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.&nbsp;At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was willing to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing bloody war.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-summit-2022-leaders-of-japan-united-states-india-australia-meet-in-tokyo-481143" hreflang="en">LIVE: We have ensured peace and stability in Indo-Pacific, Indian PM says</a></p>

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<p>Modi made the remarks in presence of US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-wef-ukrainian-president-zelensky-says-ready-to-meet-russian-counterpart-putin-to-end-ongoing-war-481628">At WEF, Zelensky says ready to meet Putin to end ongoing war</a></p>

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<p>Putin is the only Russian official he may meet to unearth a way to end the conflict, Zelensky said, while addressing an audience through a video link.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/no-evidence-found-over-mutation-in-monkeypox-virus-says-who-481635">No evidence found over mutation in monkeypox virus, says WHO's senior official</a></p>

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<p>There is no evidence to prove monkeypox virus has mutated, said a senior official of the World Health Organization on Monday, as per media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Gravitas: Modi in Japan: What India stands to gain</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch | PTI chief Imran Khan calls for March to Islamabad</strong><br />
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was willing to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing bloody war. Click on headlines to read more: LIVE: We have ensured peace and stability in Indo-Pacific, Indian PM says Modi made the remarks in presence of US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. At WEF, Zelensky says ready to meet Putin to end ongoing war Putin is the only Russian official he may meet to unearth a way to end the conflict, Zelensky said, while addressing an audience through a video link. No evidence found over mutation in monkeypox virus, says WHO's senior official There is no evidence to prove monkeypox virus has mutated, said a senior official of the World Health Organization on Monday, as per media reports. Watch | Gravitas: Modi in Japan: What India stands to gain Watch | PTI chief Imran Khan calls for March to Islamabad

Morning news brief: PM Modi says Quad is moving ahead with a constructive agenda for Indo-Pacific, and more

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