In a further blow to the country's freedom of expression, the Chinese government is proposing new regulations that would prohibit news reporting by sources that are not directly financed by the Communist Party.After years of being restricted to only civilian roles in the military, women will now be allowed to join the combat roles for the first time, said Kuwaiti army on Tuesday. &nbsp;After accepting an award in Lisbon, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she thinks a lot about what she would be doing if she "ruled the world". &nbsp; 
 
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China may prohibit all private investment in the media, implying that the Communist Party would finance it entirely.A submission to a senior decision-making committee would halt spending in news collecting and broadcasting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-kuwaiti-women-can-now-serve-military-in-combat-roles-420270">In a first, Kuwaiti women can now serve military in combat roles</a> 
 
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Women will now be allowed to join the combat roles in Kuwaiti army. Earlier, they were restricted to only civilian roles for years.

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The US with bases in Japan, South Korea and Guam, has a large military presence in the region and has been pursuing a "pivot" in focus toward the Indo-Pacific to counter China's increasingly assertive posture.

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After accepting an award in Lisbon, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she thinks a lot about what she would be doing if she "ruled the world". &nbsp; 
 
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In a further blow to the country's freedom of expression, the Chinese government is proposing new regulations that would prohibit news reporting by sources that are not directly financed by the Communist Party.

In a further blow to the country's freedom of expression, the Chinese government is proposing new regulations that would prohibit news reporting by sources that are not directly financed by the Communist Party.After years of being restricted to only civilian roles in the military, women will now be allowed to join the combat roles for the first time, said Kuwaiti army on Tuesday. After accepting an award in Lisbon, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she thinks a lot about what she would be doing if she "ruled the world". Click on headlines to read more China plans to ban non-Communist media outlets in a further blow to free speech China may prohibit all private investment in the media, implying that the Communist Party would finance it entirely.A submission to a senior decision-making committee would halt spending in news collecting and broadcasting. In a first, Kuwaiti women can now serve military in combat roles Women will now be allowed to join the combat roles in Kuwaiti army. Earlier, they were restricted to only civilian roles for years. US commitment to Taiwan is 'rock solid': Pentagon The US with bases in Japan, South Korea and Guam, has a large military presence in the region and has been pursuing a "pivot" in focus toward the Indo-Pacific to counter China's increasingly assertive posture. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi thinks ‘a lot’ about what to do if she 'ruled the world' After accepting an award in Lisbon, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she thinks a lot about what she would be doing if she "ruled the world". Watch | Gravitas: Nigerian School flogs girl for consuming alcohol Watch | Gravitas: G20 says 'laser-focused' on terror in Afghanistan

Morning news brief: China to outlaw news outlets, China-Taiwan tensions and more

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the US is the "root cause" of instability on the Korean Peninsula. He said Pyongyang is only increasing its military capabilities as a deterrent.The first instalment of US Vice President Kamala Harris’ YouTube Originals space series has gone viral. It has been widely mocked on several platforms too.An Afghan interpreter who assisted in the rescue of then-Senator Joe Biden from the harsh Afghan countryside has managed to flee the country with his family. 
 
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On Tuesday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un criticised the US for hostile actions and stated that his country is beefing up its military capabilities to preserve national sovereignty.

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The Afghan translator who assisted in the retrieval of then-Senator Joe Biden from the Afghan highlands in 2008 but was left behind by the Kabul airlift has been flown to Pakistan. 
 
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the US is the "root cause" of instability on the Korean Peninsula. He said Pyongyang is only increasing its military capabilities as a deterrent.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the US is the "root cause" of instability on the Korean Peninsula. He said Pyongyang is only increasing its military capabilities as a deterrent.The first instalment of US Vice President Kamala Harris’ YouTube Originals space series has gone viral. It has been widely mocked on several platforms too.An Afghan interpreter who assisted in the rescue of then-Senator Joe Biden from the harsh Afghan countryside has managed to flee the country with his family. Click on headlines to read more North Korea's Kim Jong Un blames US for regional tensions, defends weapons buildup On Tuesday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un criticised the US for hostile actions and stated that his country is beefing up its military capabilities to preserve national sovereignty. Watch: US Vice President Harris' NASA video with child actors gets mocked, goes viral The first installment of US Vice President Kamala Harris’ YouTube Originals space series has gone viral. It has been widely mocked on several platforms by many netizens too. Afghan interpreter who helped rescue Biden in 2008 escapes Taliban regime The Afghan translator who assisted in the retrieval of then-Senator Joe Biden from the Afghan highlands in 2008 but was left behind by the Kabul airlift has been flown to Pakistan. Watch | Gravitas: India's game plan to win the global space race Watch | Gravitas: India-China military talks break down: What next?

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China's government denounced Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's National Day speech, saying it incited confrontation and distorted facts.The FBI arrested a Maryland couple for attempting to sell 'restricted data' on the design of nuclear-powered warships. The US delegation reiterated that the Taliban will be judged on its actions, not only its words.

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A US interagency delegation travelled to Qatar to meet senior Taliban representatives from Kabul and discussed issues of vital national interest, said State Department's spokesperson, Ned Price, on Sunday.

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China stated on Sunday that Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's statements provoke hostility, distort facts, and mislead the people in the name of so-called unity and consensus, according to local media.

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China's government denounced Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's National Day speech, saying it incited confrontation and distorted facts.The FBI arrested a Maryland couple for attempting to sell 'restricted data' on the design of nuclear-powered warships.

China's government denounced Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's National Day speech, saying it incited confrontation and distorted facts.The FBI arrested a Maryland couple for attempting to sell 'restricted data' on the design of nuclear-powered warships. The US delegation reiterated that the Taliban will be judged on its actions, not only its words. Click on headlines to read more Doha talks 'candid', Taliban to be judged based on its actions: US A US interagency delegation travelled to Qatar to meet senior Taliban representatives from Kabul and discussed issues of vital national interest, said State Department's spokesperson, Ned Price, on Sunday. China-Taiwan tensions: Tsai Ing-wen's remarks incite confrontation, distort facts, says Beijing spokesperson China stated on Sunday that Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's statements provoke hostility, distort facts, and mislead the people in the name of so-called unity and consensus, according to local media. FBI arrests Navy engineer, wife for selling restricted nuke info in peanut butter sandwich in US The Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested a Maryland couple on Saturday for attempting to sell 'restricted data' on the design of nuclear-powered warships, the Justice Department reported. Watch: Taliban's Deputy Information Minister Zabihullah Mujahid speaks to WION Watch: Germany's chancellor Angela Merkel embarks on farewell tour to Israel

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Austrian Chancellor Kurz, 35, stepped down from office over corruption allegations, however, he denied any wrongdoing. He was under fire from his own coalition partner the Greens. Kurz said he wanted to "end the stalemate to prevent chaos" as he stepped down from office.&nbsp;

Amid large scale vaccination in the country, NHS England said that the data reveals that nearly 2.08 million booster shots have been administered within the first three weeks of the programme. UK authorities have been motivating people to get vaccinated to ensure the&nbsp;chain of infection can be broken.

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Kurz, 35, who denied any wrongdoing was under fire from his own coalition partner the&nbsp;Greens.&nbsp;

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NHS England has said that the data reveals that nearly 2.08 million booster shots have been administered within the first three weeks of the booster programme.

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The US health agency is also expected to 'release additional guidance and information as the travel requirements are finalized'.

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Austrian Chancellor Kurz, 35, stepped down from office over corruption allegations, however, he denied any wrongdoing. He was under fire from his own coalition partner the Greens.

Austrian Chancellor Kurz, 35, stepped down from office over corruption allegations, however, he denied any wrongdoing. He was under fire from his own coalition partner the Greens. Kurz said he wanted to "end the stalemate to prevent chaos" as he stepped down from office. Amid large scale vaccination in the country, NHS England said that the data reveals that nearly 2.08 million booster shots have been administered within the first three weeks of the programme. UK authorities have been motivating people to get vaccinated to ensure the chain of infection can be broken. Click on the headlines to know more Austrian Chancellor Kurz steps down over corruption allegations Kurz, 35, who denied any wrongdoing was under fire from his own coalition partner the Greens. More than 2 million Covid booster jabs given till now in UK: Reports NHS England has said that the data reveals that nearly 2.08 million booster shots have been administered within the first three weeks of the booster programme. Travellers vaccinated with WHO approved Covid vaccines can enter US: CDC The US health agency is also expected to 'release additional guidance and information as the travel requirements are finalized'. Watch: WION exclusive - Life Under Taliban- 'They call women s**ts'

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Although the US has stayed in regular contact with Taliban since the terrorist organisation took control of Afghanistan, the two groups are set to meet&nbsp;face-to-face for the first time since the Taliban took control of the South Asian country. Meanwhile, in&nbsp;less than four days after the mega global outage of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, the social media platform went offline once again. In Covid news,&nbsp;Brazil on Friday surpassed 600,000 deaths from the deadly coronavirus, reveals the health ministry.

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The US troops were given till August 31 by Taliban to completely pack up their belongings and leave Afghanistan. Since then, there has been no official known face-to-face communication between the two countries.

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Several users of Facebook and Instagram started complaining about not being able to access the social media platforms yet again.

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This comes in when Latin America's death toll from coronavirus surpassed 1.5 million. The toll is at least 1,500,350 deaths, with more than 45 million cases of the virus recorded.&nbsp;

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Although the US has stayed in regular contact with Taliban since the terrorist organisation took control of Afghanistan, the two groups are set to meet face-to-face for the first time since the Taliban took control of the South Asian country.

Although the US has stayed in regular contact with Taliban since the terrorist organisation took control of Afghanistan, the two groups are set to meet face-to-face for the first time since the Taliban took control of the South Asian country. Meanwhile, in less than four days after the mega global outage of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, the social media platform went offline once again. In Covid news, Brazil on Friday surpassed 600,000 deaths from the deadly coronavirus, reveals the health ministry. Click on headlines to read more US set to meet Taliban soon in first face-to-face meeting The US troops were given till August 31 by Taliban to completely pack up their belongings and leave Afghanistan. Since then, there has been no official known face-to-face communication between the two countries. Facebook, Instagram stop working yet again; Twitterati open bag of memes Several users of Facebook and Instagram started complaining about not being able to access the social media platforms yet again. Latin America's COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1.5 million with 600,000 deaths in Brazil This comes in when Latin America's death toll from coronavirus surpassed 1.5 million. The toll is at least 1,500,350 deaths, with more than 45 million cases of the virus recorded. Gravitas: When war criminals won the Peace Prize The West Asia Post: Jordan king's hidden property empire

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US Navy nuclear submarine USS Connecticut collided with an underwater 'object' in South China Sea, as per reports. The US Navy, while confirming the incident, chose to say that the submarine was operating in 'Asia-Pacific' region. Meanwhile, US Senate has voted to temporarily extend debt ceiling. In other news, Indian Air Force is marking 89 years of its foundation. Read this and more in our morning news brief

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US Navy has said that there were no life threatening injuries to its sailors afer the collission. News reports have said that USS Connecticut, the submarine, was in South China Sea. But US Navy has preferred to say that the submarine was in 'Asia-Pacific region'

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The year 2021 marks 89 years since the IAF's foundation, and like every year, the celebrations will take place at the Hindon Air Force station in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad in the presence of the Chief of air ataff and senior officials of the three armed forces.

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US Navy nuclear submarine USS Connecticut collided with an underwater 'object' in South China Sea, as per reports. The US Navy, while confirming the incident, chose to say that the submarine was operating in 'Asia-Pacific' region.

US Navy nuclear submarine USS Connecticut collided with an underwater 'object' in South China Sea, as per reports. The US Navy, while confirming the incident, chose to say that the submarine was operating in 'Asia-Pacific' region. Meanwhile, US Senate has voted to temporarily extend debt ceiling. In other news, Indian Air Force is marking 89 years of its foundation. Read this and more in our morning news brief US Navy nuclear submarine hits underwater 'object' in South China Sea: Report US Navy has said that there were no life threatening injuries to its sailors afer the collission. News reports have said that USS Connecticut, the submarine, was in South China Sea. But US Navy has preferred to say that the submarine was in 'Asia-Pacific region' Air force day 2021: Parade to commemorate 1971 war victory The year 2021 marks 89 years since the IAF's foundation, and like every year, the celebrations will take place at the Hindon Air Force station in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad in the presence of the Chief of air ataff and senior officials of the three armed forces. US Senate votes to temporarily extend debt ceiling Chuck Schumer, who leads the Democrats in the Senate, announced the breakthrough deal after negotiations in Congress during the early hours of the morning. Taiwan does not seek military confrontation, says president Taiwan President Tsai Ing-Wen's comments have come at a point when tension between China and Taiwan are very high. Over the last week, Taiwan has said that China flew about 150 of its fighter jets into Taiwan's air defence zone. Watch | Parts of India to face power outages owing to coal shortage crisis https://www.wionews.com/videos/parts-of-india-to-face-power-outages-owing-to-coal-shortage-crisis-419034 ×

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US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a &nbsp;virtual meeting before the end of the year. The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle. The proposed virtual meeting comes amid increased tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan and the continuing trade row.

In Pakistan, a shallow earthquake in the southern region in the early hours of Thursday killed around 20 people and seriously injured dozens. The magnitude of the quake was 5.7. A woman and six children were among the 20 dead.&nbsp;The remote mountainous city of Harnai in Balochistan was the worst hit.

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Reports say the meeting was made possible after US National Security Advisor(NSA) Jake Sullivan met top&nbsp;Chinese diplomat&nbsp;Yang Jiechi as the two set the stage for the upcoming meeting.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/earthquake-in-southern-pakistan-kills-20-hundreds-injured-418756">Earthquake in southern Pakistan kills 20, hundreds injured</a>

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The remote mountainous city of Harnai in Balochistan was the worst-hit. The magnitude of the earthquake was 5.7.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-blocks-abortion-law-in-texas-418771">US judge blocks abortion law in Texas</a>

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The statute, which went into force on September 1, prohibits abortions as soon as a &nbsp;heartbeat is detectable, usually at around six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-100-year-old-to-go-on-trial-for-nazi-era-crimes-418764">Germany: 100-year-old to go on trial for Nazi-era crimes</a>

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A 100-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard will go on trial this Tuesday for Nazi-era crimes. He would be the oldest person to be tried for such crimes.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-two-picasso-paintings-headline-christies-fall-auction-418760">Two Picasso paintings headline Christie's fall auction</a>

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Two Picasso paintings, one of which has spent more than 60 years in a private collection and has never been auctioned.

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US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a virtual meeting before the end of the year. The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle.

US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a virtual meeting before the end of the year. The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle. The proposed virtual meeting comes amid increased tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan and the continuing trade row. In Pakistan, a shallow earthquake in the southern region in the early hours of Thursday killed around 20 people and seriously injured dozens. The magnitude of the quake was 5.7. A woman and six children were among the 20 dead. The remote mountainous city of Harnai in Balochistan was the worst hit. Click on the headline to know more President Biden, Chinese President Xi plan to hold virtual summit: White House Reports say the meeting was made possible after US National Security Advisor(NSA) Jake Sullivan met top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi as the two set the stage for the upcoming meeting. Earthquake in southern Pakistan kills 20, hundreds injured The remote mountainous city of Harnai in Balochistan was the worst-hit. The magnitude of the earthquake was 5.7. US judge blocks abortion law in Texas The statute, which went into force on September 1, prohibits abortions as soon as a heartbeat is detectable, usually at around six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant. Germany: 100-year-old to go on trial for Nazi-era crimes A 100-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard will go on trial this Tuesday for Nazi-era crimes. He would be the oldest person to be tried for such crimes. Two Picasso paintings headline Christie's fall auction Two Picasso paintings, one of which has spent more than 60 years in a private collection and has never been auctioned. Watch: Gravitas - captured, killed & compromised: CIA admits to losing spies

Morning news brief: President Biden, Chinese President Xi plan to hold virtual summit & more

Amid tensions with China over Taiwan, US President Biden said he had spoken to Chinese President Xi and was ready to "abide by the Taiwan agreement".&nbsp;Earlier,&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;President Tsai Ing-wen warned that there would be "catastrophic consequences" if the country was annexed by China as 56 Chinese warplanes entered the country's airspace on Monday.

After whistleblower claimed&nbsp;Facebook put profits before safety and was harmful to kids, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg hit out saying&nbsp;it was "deeply illogical".&nbsp;Frances Haugen&nbsp;told US lawmakers that the social media giant should be regulated while adding that it "stokes division" and "weakens our democracy".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ready-to-abide-by-taiwan-agreement-says-biden-after-speaking-to-chinese-president-xi-418504">Ready to abide by Taiwan agreement, says Biden after speaking to President Xi</a>

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Chinese fighters have been repeatedly entering Taiwan's air defence zone since last week even as President&nbsp;Tsai Ing-wen warned that there would be "catastrophic consequences" if the country was annexed by China.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deeply-illogical-zuckerberg-hits-out-at-facebook-whistleblower-418514">'Deeply illogical': Zuckerberg hits out at Facebook whistleblower</a>

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Ex-employee and whistleblower&nbsp;Frances Haugen&nbsp;told US lawmakers that the social media giant should be regulated while adding that it "stokes division" and "weakens our democracy".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/russian-crew-arrives-at-space-station-to-film-first-movie-in-orbit-418503">Russian crew arrives at space station to film first movie in orbit</a>

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The Russian crew is set to beat a Hollywood project that was announced last year by 'Mission Impossible'&nbsp;star Tom Cruise together with NASA and Elon Musk's SpaceX.

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Amid tensions with China over Taiwan, US President Biden said he had spoken to Chinese President Xi and was ready to "abide by the Taiwan agreement". Earlier, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen warned that there would be "catastrophic consequences" if the country was annexed by China as 56 Chinese warplanes entered the country's airspace on Monday.

Amid tensions with China over Taiwan, US President Biden said he had spoken to Chinese President Xi and was ready to "abide by the Taiwan agreement". Earlier, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen warned that there would be "catastrophic consequences" if the country was annexed by China as 56 Chinese warplanes entered the country's airspace on Monday. After whistleblower claimed Facebook put profits before safety and was harmful to kids, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg hit out saying it was "deeply illogical". Frances Haugen told US lawmakers that the social media giant should be regulated while adding that it "stokes division" and "weakens our democracy". Click on the headlines to read more Ready to abide by Taiwan agreement, says Biden after speaking to President Xi Chinese fighters have been repeatedly entering Taiwan's air defence zone since last week even as President Tsai Ing-wen warned that there would be "catastrophic consequences" if the country was annexed by China. 'Deeply illogical': Zuckerberg hits out at Facebook whistleblower Ex-employee and whistleblower Frances Haugen told US lawmakers that the social media giant should be regulated while adding that it "stokes division" and "weakens our democracy". Russian crew arrives at space station to film first movie in orbit The Russian crew is set to beat a Hollywood project that was announced last year by 'Mission Impossible' star Tom Cruise together with NASA and Elon Musk's SpaceX. Watch: Gravitas - Study finds babies are full of microplastics

Morning news brief: Zuckerberg hits out at Facebook whistleblower & more

Facebook said on Tuesday&nbsp;that the major outage of its main social media app along with WhatsApp and Instagram was caused due to configuration changes as Zuckerberg apologised for the outage. Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp started working again late on Monday after an outage that lasted nearly six-hours.&nbsp;

China sent the largest number of warplanes into Taiwan's air defence as the country scrambled its own fighters to thwart the incursions. Reports claimed 36 fighter jets, 12 H-6 nuclear-capable bombers including other planes crossed over into Taiwan's airspace.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-sends-56-warplanes-into-taiwans-defence-zone-in-largest-ever-air-incursion-418264">China sends 56 warplanes into Taiwan's defence zone in largest-ever air incursion</a>

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At least 150 Chinese warplanes have reportedly entered Taiwan's air defence since Friday.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-instagram-and-whatsapp-restored-after-major-outage-418265">Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp restored after major outage</a>

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The outage of popular social media apps Facebook. Instagram and Whatsapp left billions&nbsp;of users in limbo.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandora-papers-denials-from-rich-and-powerful-follow-after-document-dump-418273">Pandora papers: Denials from rich and powerful follow after leak</a>

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Kremlin said it had seen no evidence in the leak of hidden wealth among Russian President Vladimir Putin's entourage.

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Facebook said on Tuesday that the major outage of its main social media app along with WhatsApp and Instagram was caused due to configuration changes as Zuckerberg apologised for the outage.

Facebook said on Tuesday that the major outage of its main social media app along with WhatsApp and Instagram was caused due to configuration changes as Zuckerberg apologised for the outage. Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp started working again late on Monday after an outage that lasted nearly six-hours. China sent the largest number of warplanes into Taiwan's air defence as the country scrambled its own fighters to thwart the incursions. Reports claimed 36 fighter jets, 12 H-6 nuclear-capable bombers including other planes crossed over into Taiwan's airspace. Click on the headlines to read more China sends 56 warplanes into Taiwan's defence zone in largest-ever air incursion At least 150 Chinese warplanes have reportedly entered Taiwan's air defence since Friday. Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp restored after major outage The outage of popular social media apps Facebook. Instagram and Whatsapp left billions of users in limbo. Pandora papers: Denials from rich and powerful follow after leak Kremlin said it had seen no evidence in the leak of hidden wealth among Russian President Vladimir Putin's entourage. Watch: Gravitas - Xi Jinping's 'crackdown on everything'

Morning news brief: Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp back online & more

North and South Korea restored the cross-border hotline as officials conducted their first phone call since August. The move comes just days after Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile and launched a long-range cruise missile last month.

Meanwhile, in a startling revelation, the Pandora Papers revealed Russian President Putin being reportedly linked to undisclosed assets in Monaco. Pandora Papers&nbsp;identified the buyer as a woman named Svetlana Krivonogikh. The woman has been romantically linked with Putin since he was still deputy mayor of her hometown of St. Petersburg and reportedly has a daughter with him.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-and-south-korea-restore-hotline-exchange-phone-call-418023">North and South Korea restore hotline, exchange phone call</a>

 
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Last week North Korea had tested an anti-aircraft missile even as Kim Jong Un expressed his wish to restore the inter-Korean hotline.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandora-papers-reveal-putins-alleged-mistress-has-assets-worth-100-million-report-418025">Pandora Papers reveal Putin's alleged mistress has assets worth $100 million: Report</a>

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In September 2003, a secret transaction took place in Monaco. A flat was purchased for €3.6 million. However, the identity of the flat’s buyer was a mystery.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-spill-due-to-pipeline-leak-hits-california-shores-418022">Oil spill due to pipeline leak hits California shores</a>

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The oil spill off California has been described as "environmental catastrophe" by the mayor of a city in the area.&nbsp;

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North and South Korea restored the cross-border hotline as officials conducted their first phone call since August. The move comes just days after Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile and launched a long-range cruise missile last month.

North and South Korea restored the cross-border hotline as officials conducted their first phone call since August. The move comes just days after Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile and launched a long-range cruise missile last month. Meanwhile, in a startling revelation, the Pandora Papers revealed Russian President Putin being reportedly linked to undisclosed assets in Monaco. Pandora Papers identified the buyer as a woman named Svetlana Krivonogikh. The woman has been romantically linked with Putin since he was still deputy mayor of her hometown of St. Petersburg and reportedly has a daughter with him. Click on the headlines to know more North and South Korea restore hotline, exchange phone call Last week North Korea had tested an anti-aircraft missile even as Kim Jong Un expressed his wish to restore the inter-Korean hotline. Pandora Papers reveal Putin's alleged mistress has assets worth $100 million: Report In September 2003, a secret transaction took place in Monaco. A flat was purchased for €3.6 million. However, the identity of the flat’s buyer was a mystery. Oil spill due to pipeline leak hits California shores The oil spill off California has been described as "environmental catastrophe" by the mayor of a city in the area. Watch: France faces sperm donation crisis

Morning news brief: Putin linked to Pandora Papers, California oil spill & more

Protests erupted in Brazil against President Bolsonaro's government as demonstrators demanded his impeachment. The protesters were angry over Bolsonaro'shandling of the coronavirus crisis. Large crowds gathered in Brasilia, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro with several shouting "Bolsonaro out!"&nbsp;Some protesters accused Bolsanaro of destroying the economy which has been hit by inflation and high fuel prices.

In the US, nearly 10,000 people rallied in a square near the White House against&nbsp;‘inhumane’ and ‘discriminatory’ anti-abortion rules. Many people also brought out creative jackets on which they stitched names and pictures of several other women activists and politicians who have supported the right to abort in the past. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protests-against-president-bolsonaro-spread-across-brazil-417784">Protests against President Bolsonaro spread across Brazil</a>

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Hundreds of people marched through the central Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood of Candelaria shouting "Bolsonaro out!" which was also emblazoned on several large banners.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mind-your-uterus-us-takes-to-streets-to-raise-voices-against-anti-abortion-laws-417793">'Mind your uterus': US takes to streets to raise voices against anti-abortion laws</a>

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Saturday saw one of the biggest protests across the country as tens of thousands of people raised their voices against anti-abortion laws.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-release-from-china-canadian-michael-spavor-overjoyed-on-being-reunited-with-family-417762">After release from China, Canadian Michael Spavor overjoyed on being reunited with family</a>

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After getting released from a Chinese jail, Canadian citizen Michael Spavor is happy after&nbsp;being reunited with his family.

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Protests erupted in Brazil against President Bolsonaro's government as demonstrators demanded his impeachment. The protesters were angry over Bolsonaro'shandling of the coronavirus crisis.

Protests erupted in Brazil against President Bolsonaro's government as demonstrators demanded his impeachment. The protesters were angry over Bolsonaro'shandling of the coronavirus crisis. Large crowds gathered in Brasilia, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro with several shouting "Bolsonaro out!" Some protesters accused Bolsanaro of destroying the economy which has been hit by inflation and high fuel prices. In the US, nearly 10,000 people rallied in a square near the White House against ‘inhumane’ and ‘discriminatory’ anti-abortion rules. Many people also brought out creative jackets on which they stitched names and pictures of several other women activists and politicians who have supported the right to abort in the past. Click on the headline to know more Protests against President Bolsonaro spread across Brazil Hundreds of people marched through the central Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood of Candelaria shouting "Bolsonaro out!" which was also emblazoned on several large banners. 'Mind your uterus': US takes to streets to raise voices against anti-abortion laws Saturday saw one of the biggest protests across the country as tens of thousands of people raised their voices against anti-abortion laws. After release from China, Canadian Michael Spavor overjoyed on being reunited with family After getting released from a Chinese jail, Canadian citizen Michael Spavor is happy after being reunited with his family. Watch: TTP group want to talk, says Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan

Morning news brief: Protesters demand President Bolsonaro's impeachment

Coronavirus deaths have crossed the alarming limit of 700,000 in the US on Friday as an average of 1,000 people are dying because of the virus on a daily basis in the country. In the UK,&nbsp;following the shortage of tanker drivers in the UK, the government has decided to bring in British Army to deliver petrol all over the country now. Meanwhile, in the east,&nbsp;on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Raj Ghat in Delhi to pay tributes to the 'father of the nation'.&nbsp;United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also reiterated his calls for peace on the occasion of 'International Day of Non-Violence'.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-surpasses-700000-covid-deaths-as-california-schools-make-vaccines-compulsory-417519">US crosses 700,000 Covid deaths as California schools make vaccines compulsory</a>

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The United States still continues to be recording the highest death toll in the country, followed by Brazil and India.&nbsp;he fatalities are continuing to rise even as nearly 55.7 per cent of the total population of the US is now fully vaccinated.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-pays-respects-to-mahatma-gandhi-on-his-birth-anniversary-417530">PM Modi pays respects to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary</a>

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The Prime Minister laid flowers at Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Gandhi in India’s national capital city, New Delhi.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-army-set-to-delivery-fuel-in-uk-from-monday-government-417516">British army set to delivery fuel in UK from Monday: Government</a>

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To ease out that situation in the UK, the British Army will be stepping in from Monday to support the government’s plan and help fill in for the shortage of the HGV drivers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistans-u-turn-on-use-of-military-bases-417528">Pakistan's U-Turn on use of military bases</a>

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Coronavirus deaths have crossed the alarming limit of 700,000 in the US on Friday as an average of 1,000 people are dying because of the virus on a daily basis in the country.

Coronavirus deaths have crossed the alarming limit of 700,000 in the US on Friday as an average of 1,000 people are dying because of the virus on a daily basis in the country. In the UK, following the shortage of tanker drivers in the UK, the government has decided to bring in British Army to deliver petrol all over the country now. Meanwhile, in the east, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Raj Ghat in Delhi to pay tributes to the 'father of the nation'. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also reiterated his calls for peace on the occasion of 'International Day of Non-Violence'. Click on headlines to read more US crosses 700,000 Covid deaths as California schools make vaccines compulsory The United States still continues to be recording the highest death toll in the country, followed by Brazil and India. he fatalities are continuing to rise even as nearly 55.7 per cent of the total population of the US is now fully vaccinated. PM Modi pays respects to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary The Prime Minister laid flowers at Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Gandhi in India’s national capital city, New Delhi. British army set to delivery fuel in UK from Monday: Government To ease out that situation in the UK, the British Army will be stepping in from Monday to support the government’s plan and help fill in for the shortage of the HGV drivers. Pakistan's U-Turn on use of military bases Joe Biden visits US Congress, vows to reach an agreement on twin make-or-break spending bills

Morning news brief: US crosses 700,000 Covid death toll, India celebrates Gandhi's birth anniversary, and more

US President Joe Biden signed government funding bill on Thursday averting US government shutdown just hours before the deadline. Meanwhile, North Korea carried out fresh missile test as per the state media. This was North Korea's second known weapons test this week. On Tuesday, it launched a previously unseen hypersonic missile. Kim Jong-Un was not present at the time of the test on Thursday. Pak Jong Chon a member of the ruling Workers' Party's powerful politburo and Central Committee. Check out our morning news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-government-shutdown-averted-hours-before-deadline-as-biden-signs-infra-bill-417243">US government shutdown averted hours before deadline as Biden signs funding&nbsp;bill</a>

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Hours ahead of the midnight deadline, the House of Representatives voted to keep the lights on for another two months with a resolution that had already advanced comfortably from the Senate, with opposition Republicans supporting the ruling Democrats in both chambers

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US President Joe Biden signed government funding bill on Thursday averting US government shutdown just hours before the deadline. Meanwhile, North Korea carried out fresh missile test as per the state media.

US President Joe Biden signed government funding bill on Thursday averting US government shutdown just hours before the deadline. Meanwhile, North Korea carried out fresh missile test as per the state media. This was North Korea's second known weapons test this week. On Tuesday, it launched a previously unseen hypersonic missile. Kim Jong-Un was not present at the time of the test on Thursday. Pak Jong Chon a member of the ruling Workers' Party's powerful politburo and Central Committee. Check out our morning news brief. US government shutdown averted hours before deadline as Biden signs funding bill Hours ahead of the midnight deadline, the House of Representatives voted to keep the lights on for another two months with a resolution that had already advanced comfortably from the Senate, with opposition Republicans supporting the ruling Democrats in both chambers North Korea carries out new test, fires anti-aircraft missile This is North Korea's second known weapons test this week. North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un was not present to versee the latest missile test Ecuador seeks to identify remains of 116 inmates killed in prison riot Dozens of relatives of inmates at the Penitenciaria del Litoral in the country's largest city of Guayaquil gathered outside a morgue seeking information on loved ones, after the deadliest outbreak of prison violence in Ecuador's history on Tuesday in which 80 people were also injured Gravitas: Lashkar terrorist spills the beans on Pakistan's Kashmir plan ×

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The death toll in the Ecuador prison riot rose to 116. The clash on Tuesday was the most deadly act of violence ever in Ecuador's penitentiary system. In February and in July 2021, similar clashes took place in various prisons in the country. At least 79 people died in the February violence, and in July at least 22 lives were lost. The South American country's prosecutor's office had said earlier that six of the slain prisoners at Penitenciaria del Litoral had been decapitated.

Meanwhile, just days after testing the hypersonic missile, South Korean leader Kim Jong-Un signalled his intention to restore the inter-Korean hotline even as he criticised the United States of "petty trick" over the Biden administration's move to restart diplomacy.&nbsp;

A Los Angeles judge has&nbsp;suspended Britney Spears' father, Jamie Spears from his 13-year role as the controller of the singer's business affairs.

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The riots are the worst so far in Ecuador's prison system so far. They erupted as criminal gangs fought for control&nbsp; at the Penitenciaria del Litoral in Guayas province.

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Kim Jong-Un&nbsp;asserted that the decision to restart the hotline with South Korea was to "realise the expectations and desire of the entire Korean nation" for recovery and durable peace in cross-border relations."

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Fans who have been rallying for the removal of Jamie for years now, had gathered outside the court in LA for the hearing. They erupted into loud cheer outside the court as the judge's ruling was conveyed.

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The death toll in the Ecuador prison riot rose to 116. The clash on Tuesday was the most deadly act of violence ever in Ecuador's penitentiary system. In February and in July 2021, similar clashes took place in various prisons in the country.

The death toll in the Ecuador prison riot rose to 116. The clash on Tuesday was the most deadly act of violence ever in Ecuador's penitentiary system. In February and in July 2021, similar clashes took place in various prisons in the country. At least 79 people died in the February violence, and in July at least 22 lives were lost. The South American country's prosecutor's office had said earlier that six of the slain prisoners at Penitenciaria del Litoral had been decapitated. Meanwhile, just days after testing the hypersonic missile, South Korean leader Kim Jong-Un signalled his intention to restore the inter-Korean hotline even as he criticised the United States of "petty trick" over the Biden administration's move to restart diplomacy. A Los Angeles judge has suspended Britney Spears' father, Jamie Spears from his 13-year role as the controller of the singer's business affairs. Click on the headline to know more Ecuador prison riots: Death toll crosses 100 The riots are the worst so far in Ecuador's prison system so far. They erupted as criminal gangs fought for control at the Penitenciaria del Litoral in Guayas province. After missile launch, North Korea's Kim Jong-Un signals intent to restore inter-Korean hotline Kim Jong-Un asserted that the decision to restart the hotline with South Korea was to "realise the expectations and desire of the entire Korean nation" for recovery and durable peace in cross-border relations." Britney Spears' father suspended from being her conservator Fans who have been rallying for the removal of Jamie for years now, had gathered outside the court in LA for the hearing. They erupted into loud cheer outside the court as the judge's ruling was conveyed. Watch: How China is stoking tensions at the border again

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Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile. According to state-run channel KCNA, the launch took place in Jagang province. The missile reportedly performed "guiding manoeuvrability" and displayed "navigational control".

After the latest launch, North Korea's media said the new missile increased the country's "defence capabilities".

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The new&nbsp;North Korean&nbsp;missile was identified as Hwasong-8. The state media reported that the launch met "all technical specifications".&nbsp;

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McKenzie and Milley both testified that they had believed it would have been best to keep a minimum of 2,500 troops in the country.&nbsp;

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James Bond film 'No Time To Die' finally held its delayed world premiere in London on Tuesday in the cinema's most high profile red carpet since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile. According to state-run channel KCNA, the launch took place in Jagang province. The missile reportedly performed "guiding manoeuvrability" and displayed "navigational control".

Kim Jong-Un's regime tested a hypersonic missile. According to state-run channel KCNA, the launch took place in Jagang province. The missile reportedly performed "guiding manoeuvrability" and displayed "navigational control". After the latest launch, North Korea's media said the new missile increased the country's "defence capabilities". After projectile launch, North Korea tests new hypersonic missile The new North Korean missile was identified as Hwasong-8. The state media reported that the launch met "all technical specifications". Biden was advised to keep troops in Afghanistan, say top US generals McKenzie and Milley both testified that they had believed it would have been best to keep a minimum of 2,500 troops in the country. James Bond is back: 007 film 'No Time To Die' premieres in London James Bond film 'No Time To Die' finally held its delayed world premiere in London on Tuesday in the cinema's most high profile red carpet since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch: China's $300 billion debt bomb - Evergrande is missing payments

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North Korea on Monday fired a projectile as South Korea's National Security Committee expressed concern over the launch. Kim Jong Un's recent launch comes just days after it&nbsp;tested&nbsp;long-range cruise missiles.&nbsp;

A North Korean official later told the UNGA that it had the right to "develop, test, manufacture, and possess the weapon systems" while adding that it needed a "deterrent".&nbsp;

Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden took his COVID-19 booster shot while urging Americans to get vaccinated. America has so far inoculated over 77 per cent of the population however millions still haven't been vaccinated.

R&amp;B singer R Kelly was convicted by a federal jury on Monday in the sex trafficking trial. Kelly faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years behind bars&nbsp;and could face up to life in prison.

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North Korea had earlier this month tested long-range cruise missiles.&nbsp;

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President Biden had taken the first Pfizer vaccine shot in December last year and then again in January this year to complete his two doses.&nbsp;

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Jurors in Brooklyn federal court deliberated for a little more than a day before voting to convict the 54-year-old Kelly on all nine counts he faced.

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North Korea on Monday fired a projectile as South Korea's National Security Committee expressed concern over the launch. Kim Jong Un's recent launch comes just days after it tested long-range cruise missiles.

North Korea on Monday fired a projectile as South Korea's National Security Committee expressed concern over the launch. Kim Jong Un's recent launch comes just days after it tested long-range cruise missiles. A North Korean official later told the UNGA that it had the right to "develop, test, manufacture, and possess the weapon systems" while adding that it needed a "deterrent". Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden took his COVID-19 booster shot while urging Americans to get vaccinated. America has so far inoculated over 77 per cent of the population however millions still haven't been vaccinated. R&B singer R Kelly was convicted by a federal jury on Monday in the sex trafficking trial. Kelly faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years behind bars and could face up to life in prison. North Korea fires projectile; calls it 'right to self-defence' at UNGA North Korea had earlier this month tested long-range cruise missiles. 'Can't go unvaccinated': President Biden gets vaccine booster shot President Biden had taken the first Pfizer vaccine shot in December last year and then again in January this year to complete his two doses. R Kelly convicted of luring women, underage girls for sex Jurors in Brooklyn federal court deliberated for a little more than a day before voting to convict the 54-year-old Kelly on all nine counts he faced. Watch:

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Social Democrats (SPD) headed by Olaf Scholz held a narrow lead over Chancellor Angela Merkel's CDU-CSU conservative alliance in the German elections, however, neither party is likely to get a majority as the race for a coalition partner begins among the two arch-rivals.

Meanwhile, in Britain,&nbsp;PM Johnson is expected to go in a huddle with senior members of the cabinet to decide on activating Operation Escalin to draft British soldiers to ensure fuel supply to stations across the country.

In a landmark move, Switzerland agreed to legalise civil marriage and the right to adopt children for same-sex couples.

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Social Democrats candidate Olaf Scholz has emerged as the favourite to replace Angela Merkel as Chancellor in the German elections even as Laschet's CDU-CSU claimed it was eyeing a coalition government.&nbsp;

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Fuel crisis in UK is getting worse. Boris Johnson is due to think on Operation Escalin, a plan designed earlier to address situation arising from a no-deal Brexit.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnson-may-deploy-army-to-address-fuel-crisis-416252">Switzerland votes to make same-sex marriage legal by near two-thirds majority</a>

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According to results provided by the Swiss federal chancellery, 64.1% of voters voted in favour of&nbsp;same-sex&nbsp;marriage&nbsp;in the nationwide referendum.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/moulin-rouge-musical-dominates-pandemic-delayed-tony-awards-416246">'Moulin Rouge' musical dominates pandemic delayed Tony Awards</a>

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After six nominations in his career, veteran Danny Burstein won his first Tony for his supporting role in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical.'

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Social Democrats (SPD) headed by Olaf Scholz held a narrow lead over Chancellor Angela Merkel's CDU-CSU conservative alliance in the German elections, however, neither party is likely to get a majority as the race for a coalition partner begins among the two arch-rivals.

Social Democrats (SPD) headed by Olaf Scholz held a narrow lead over Chancellor Angela Merkel's CDU-CSU conservative alliance in the German elections, however, neither party is likely to get a majority as the race for a coalition partner begins among the two arch-rivals. Meanwhile, in Britain, PM Johnson is expected to go in a huddle with senior members of the cabinet to decide on activating Operation Escalin to draft British soldiers to ensure fuel supply to stations across the country. In a landmark move, Switzerland agreed to legalise civil marriage and the right to adopt children for same-sex couples. Click on the headlines to know more German elections: SPD takes narrow lead over CDU-CSU alliance; coalition likely Social Democrats candidate Olaf Scholz has emerged as the favourite to replace Angela Merkel as Chancellor in the German elections even as Laschet's CDU-CSU claimed it was eyeing a coalition government. UK PM Boris Johnson may deploy army to address fuel crisis Fuel crisis in UK is getting worse. Boris Johnson is due to think on Operation Escalin, a plan designed earlier to address situation arising from a no-deal Brexit. Switzerland votes to make same-sex marriage legal by near two-thirds majority According to results provided by the Swiss federal chancellery, 64.1% of voters voted in favour of same-sex marriage in the nationwide referendum. 'Moulin Rouge' musical dominates pandemic delayed Tony Awards After six nominations in his career, veteran Danny Burstein won his first Tony for his supporting role in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical.' Watch: Taliban hang 4 bodies from cranes in Afghanistan

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A train derailed in Montana in the United States as Amtrak said there were at least 147 passengers on the train including 13 crew members.

In Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel urged Germans to give her would-be successor Armin Laschet their vote to shape the country's future as the country goes to vote. Laschet, 60, has been trailing his Social Democrat challenger Olaf Scholz in the race for the chancellery.

Clouds of thick black ash from volcanic eruptions in Spain's Canaries archipelago forced the closure of the airport on La Palma island as Cumbre Vieja volcano came to life a week ago and intermittently spewed out lava and ash leading to the cancellation of all seven flights.&nbsp;

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Amtrak said there were at least 147 passengers on the train including 13 crew members as the train derailed in&nbsp;Montana.

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The talks in Vienna between Iran and major powers involved in reviving the 2015 nuclear deal has been under suspension since June.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-elections-angela-merkel-makes-final-push-for-successor-in-germanys-knife-edge-polls-416007">Germany elections: Angela Merkel makes final push for successor in Germany's knife-edge polls</a>

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Merkel had planned to keep a low profile in the election battle as she prepares to bow out of politics after 16 years in power. But she has found herself dragged into the frantic campaign

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Cumbre Vieja volcano came to life a week ago and has intermittently spewed out lava and ash leading to the cancellation of all seven flights on Friday.

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A train derailed in Montana in the United States as Amtrak said there were at least 147 passengers on the train including 13 crew members. In Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel urged Germans to give her would-be successor Armin Laschet their vote to shape the country's future as the country goes to vote.

A train derailed in Montana in the United States as Amtrak said there were at least 147 passengers on the train including 13 crew members. In Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel urged Germans to give her would-be successor Armin Laschet their vote to shape the country's future as the country goes to vote. Laschet, 60, has been trailing his Social Democrat challenger Olaf Scholz in the race for the chancellery. Clouds of thick black ash from volcanic eruptions in Spain's Canaries archipelago forced the closure of the airport on La Palma island as Cumbre Vieja volcano came to life a week ago and intermittently spewed out lava and ash leading to the cancellation of all seven flights. Train derails in US; at least 3 killed, over 50 injured Amtrak said there were at least 147 passengers on the train including 13 crew members as the train derailed in Montana. Iran says nuclear talks to resume soon amid sanctions row The talks in Vienna between Iran and major powers involved in reviving the 2015 nuclear deal has been under suspension since June. Germany elections: Angela Merkel makes final push for successor in Germany's knife-edge polls Merkel had planned to keep a low profile in the election battle as she prepares to bow out of politics after 16 years in power. But she has found herself dragged into the frantic campaign Eruptions shut airport on Canaries volcanic island Cumbre Vieja volcano came to life a week ago and has intermittently spewed out lava and ash leading to the cancellation of all seven flights on Friday. Watch: WION-USA Direct - Key messages from PM Modi's UNGA speech

Morning news brief: Elections in Germany; train derails in US & more

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From&nbsp;PM Imran Khan saying&nbsp;Taliban can be partners in peace for the US and&nbsp;Pakistan to&nbsp;Catholic Church apologising for indigenous people abuse in schools in&nbsp;Canada,&nbsp;we have it all.

You can also read about Indian PM Modi arriving in New York&nbsp;to address UNGA and&nbsp;Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla saying the US and India to hold counter-terrorism working group meeting dialogue. Also check out report on US President Joe Biden saying&nbsp;India should have a permanent seat at UN Security Council.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-arrives-in-new-york-will-address-unga-today-415739">PM Modi arrives in New York, will address UNGA today</a>

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New York is the last leg of PM Modi's three-day US visit. He will address 76th session of United Nations General Assembly today. This is the first general assembly of the UN after Taliban's capture of power in Afghanistan.

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The Taliban can be potential partners in peace for both the United States and Pakistan, said Prime Minister Imran Khan. The remark came during an interview with Newsweek's Senior Foreign Policy Writer Tom O'Connor. He also termed President Joe Biden's hard line against Taliban as "unnecessary".&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-catholic-church-apologises-unequivocally-for-indigenous-people-abuse-in-schools-415743">Canada: Catholic Church apologises for indigenous people abuse in schools</a>

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Catholic Church on Friday "unequivocally" aplogised to Canada's indigenous people for about a century of abuse at church-run residential schools which were set up by government to assimilate indigenous children into mainstream.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-india-to-hold-counter-terrorism-working-group-meeting-dialogue-foreign-secretary-harsh-vardhan-shringla-415740">US, India to hold counter-terrorism working group meeting dialogue: Shringla</a>

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Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said the United States and India will be holding a counter-terrorism joint working group meeting designation dialogue. The announcement came at a press briefing on Friday.&nbsp;The two sides also called on the Taliban to adhere to its commitments under resolution 2593.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/quad-summit-us-president-says-india-should-have-permanent-seat-at-unsc-mea-after-quad-summit-415719">Biden says India should have permanent seat at UNSC: MEA after Quad summit</a>

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Harsh Shringla, India's foreign secretary, addressed reporters in Washington, DC, this morning on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's discussions with the leaders of India, US, Japan and Australia during the Quad Summit.&nbsp;

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We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From PM Imran Khan saying Taliban can be partners in peace for the US and Pakistan to Catholic Church apologising for indigenous people abuse in schools in Canada, we have it all.

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From PM Imran Khan saying Taliban can be partners in peace for the US and Pakistan to Catholic Church apologising for indigenous people abuse in schools in Canada, we have it all. You can also read about Indian PM Modi arriving in New York to address UNGA and Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla saying the US and India to hold counter-terrorism working group meeting dialogue. Also check out report on US President Joe Biden saying India should have a permanent seat at UN Security Council. Please click on the headline to read the full story. PM Modi arrives in New York, will address UNGA today New York is the last leg of PM Modi's three-day US visit. He will address 76th session of United Nations General Assembly today. This is the first general assembly of the UN after Taliban's capture of power in Afghanistan. Taliban can be partners in peace for US, Pakistan, says PM Imran Khan The Taliban can be potential partners in peace for both the United States and Pakistan, said Prime Minister Imran Khan. The remark came during an interview with Newsweek's Senior Foreign Policy Writer Tom O'Connor. He also termed President Joe Biden's hard line against Taliban as "unnecessary". Canada: Catholic Church apologises for indigenous people abuse in schools Catholic Church on Friday "unequivocally" aplogised to Canada's indigenous people for about a century of abuse at church-run residential schools which were set up by government to assimilate indigenous children into mainstream. US, India to hold counter-terrorism working group meeting dialogue: Shringla Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said the United States and India will be holding a counter-terrorism joint working group meeting designation dialogue. The announcement came at a press briefing on Friday. The two sides also called on the Taliban to adhere to its commitments under resolution 2593. Biden says India should have permanent seat at UNSC: MEA after Quad summit Harsh Shringla, India's foreign secretary, addressed reporters in Washington, DC, this morning on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's discussions with the leaders of India, US, Japan and Australia during the Quad Summit. Watch: ×

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Over a month after the Taliban took control of Kabul, a top Taliban official Mullah Nooruddin Turabi said that executions and strict punishments would return. Turabi was justice minister of the so-called Ministry of Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in the Taliban government of the late 90s.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington. It was their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year. In a joint appearance with Prime Minister Modi, the US vice president said India is a vital companion of America.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-official-says-executions-will-return-415399">Taliban official says executions will return</a>

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A Taliban official, a powerful figure from the late 90s has said that executions and strict punishments would return.

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In a joint appearance with India's Prime Minister Modi, US Vice President Harris said&nbsp;India is a vital companion of America.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aukus-mentioned-by-australian-pm-scott-morrison-during-bilateral-with-pm-modi-foreign-secretary-harsh-shringla-415382">AUKUS mentioned by Australian PM Scott Morrison during bilateral with PM Modi</a>

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Under the AUKUS trilateral security pact between Australia, UK and US announced on September 15, US and UK will help Australia develop nuclear-powered submarines.

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Over a month after the Taliban took control of Kabul, a top Taliban official Mullah Nooruddin Turabi said that executions and strict punishments would return. Turabi was justice minister of the so-called Ministry of Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in the Taliban government of the late 90s.

Over a month after the Taliban took control of Kabul, a top Taliban official Mullah Nooruddin Turabi said that executions and strict punishments would return. Turabi was justice minister of the so-called Ministry of Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in the Taliban government of the late 90s. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington. It was their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year. In a joint appearance with Prime Minister Modi, the US vice president said India is a vital companion of America. Click on the headlines to know more Taliban official says executions will return A Taliban official, a powerful figure from the late 90s has said that executions and strict punishments would return. 'India, US natural partners,' say Indian PM Narendra Modi, US Vice President Kamala Harris In a joint appearance with India's Prime Minister Modi, US Vice President Harris said India is a vital companion of America. AUKUS mentioned by Australian PM Scott Morrison during bilateral with PM Modi Under the AUKUS trilateral security pact between Australia, UK and US announced on September 15, US and UK will help Australia develop nuclear-powered submarines. Watch: Is AUKUS a concern for other nations? How will it affect India?

Morning news brief: Taliban leader says executions will return, US Vice President Kamala Harris meets PM Modi & more

US President Biden said that he is keeping his promise of America becoming the arsenal of COVID-19 vaccines as it was the arsenal for democracy during Second World War.

The US has already shipped nearly 160 million doses to 100 countries, more than every other country has donated combined.

Meanwhile, amid tensions between the US and France over the nuclear submarine deal with Australia under the AUKUS alliance,&nbsp;European Union's top diplomat Josep Borrell called for greater confidence with the United States&nbsp;as he met US secretary of state Antony Blinken.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-on-track-to-produce-1-billion-covid-doses-in-india-biden-415057">Quad on track to produce 1 billion Covid doses in India: Biden</a>

 
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During his virtual address to the Global Covid Summit, Biden stressed that nothing was more important than defeating Covid-19.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-seeks-to-mend-ties-with-us-amid-row-over-submarine-deal-with-australia-415068">EU seeks to mend ties with US amid row over submarine deal with Australia</a>

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Tensions between France and the US have escalated after the US, UK and Australia entered into a submarine deal under the AUKUS alliance.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/evergrande-chairman-reassures-investors-shares-surge-415070">Evergrande chairman reassures investors, shares surge</a>

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Crisis-hit Evergrande's shares had plunged around 85 per cent since the start of this year. After chairman's assurance, the shares have bounced back 32 per cent.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/uefa-urges-fifa-to-stop-pushing-world-cup-plan-415035">UEFA urges FIFA to stop pushing World Cup plan</a>

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UEFA said there were numerous concerns about the impact of a switch including the "dilution" of the World Cup's values.

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US President Biden said that he is keeping his promise of America becoming the arsenal of COVID-19 vaccines as it was the arsenal for democracy during Second World War.

US President Biden said that he is keeping his promise of America becoming the arsenal of COVID-19 vaccines as it was the arsenal for democracy during Second World War. The US has already shipped nearly 160 million doses to 100 countries, more than every other country has donated combined. Meanwhile, amid tensions between the US and France over the nuclear submarine deal with Australia under the AUKUS alliance, European Union's top diplomat Josep Borrell called for greater confidence with the United States as he met US secretary of state Antony Blinken. Click on the headlines to know more Quad on track to produce 1 billion Covid doses in India: Biden During his virtual address to the Global Covid Summit, Biden stressed that nothing was more important than defeating Covid-19. EU seeks to mend ties with US amid row over submarine deal with Australia Tensions between France and the US have escalated after the US, UK and Australia entered into a submarine deal under the AUKUS alliance. Evergrande chairman reassures investors, shares surge Crisis-hit Evergrande's shares had plunged around 85 per cent since the start of this year. After chairman's assurance, the shares have bounced back 32 per cent. UEFA urges FIFA to stop pushing World Cup plan UEFA said there were numerous concerns about the impact of a switch including the "dilution" of the World Cup's values. Watch: Gravitas US Edition: Erdogan raises Kashmir again at United Nations

Morning news brief: EU seeks to mend ties with US amid Australia submarine row & more

Canada's PM Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party secured 158 out of 338 electoral districts while the Conservatives secured 119 seats. Trudeau will now seek support from smaller factions such as the leftist New Democrats and the separatist Bloc Quebecois.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;SAARC's informal foreign ministers' meeting due to take place on September 25 at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has been cancelled over Pakistan's objection on who will represent Afghanistan at the meet.

In another key development, the&nbsp;Taliban's foreign minister has asked the UN for permission to address world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/justin-trudeau-wins-third-election-but-falls-short-of-majority-414772">Justin Trudeau wins third election but falls short of majority</a>

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Prime Minister&nbsp;Trudeau will now seek support&nbsp;from smaller factions such as the leftist New Democrats and the separatist Bloc Quebecois who have won 25 and 34 seats respectively.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saarc-foreign-ministers-meet-cancelled-over-pak-row-on-afghan-empty-seat-414768">SAARC foreign ministers' meet cancelled over Pak row on Afghan 'empty' seat</a>

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Afghanistan's envoy Ghulam Isaczai who was appointed by the previous Ghani government&nbsp;still represents his country at the &nbsp;United Nations even as the Taliban's new government has come into place in the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-want-to-address-un-general-assembly-appoint-new-envoy-414770">Taliban want to address UN General Assembly, appoint new envoy</a>

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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has received a letter from Taliban-appointed Amir Khan Muttaqi "requesting to participate" in the high-level debate.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-confirms-gabby-petitos-death-by-homicide-amid-ongoing-search-for-fiance-414779">FBI confirms Gabby Petito's death by homicide amid ongoing search for fiance</a>

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Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old woman from Florida, was travelling along with her fiance Brian Laundrie but was reported missing on September 11 after he returned alone from the trip and refused to answer questions about her.

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Canada's PM Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party secured 158 out of 338 electoral districts while the Conservatives secured 119 seats. Trudeau will now seek support from smaller factions such as the leftist New Democrats and the separatist Bloc Quebecois.

Canada's PM Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party secured 158 out of 338 electoral districts while the Conservatives secured 119 seats. Trudeau will now seek support from smaller factions such as the leftist New Democrats and the separatist Bloc Quebecois. Meanwhile, SAARC's informal foreign ministers' meeting due to take place on September 25 at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has been cancelled over Pakistan's objection on who will represent Afghanistan at the meet. In another key development, the Taliban's foreign minister has asked the UN for permission to address world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly. Click on the headlines to know more Justin Trudeau wins third election but falls short of majority Prime Minister Trudeau will now seek support from smaller factions such as the leftist New Democrats and the separatist Bloc Quebecois who have won 25 and 34 seats respectively. SAARC foreign ministers' meet cancelled over Pak row on Afghan 'empty' seat Afghanistan's envoy Ghulam Isaczai who was appointed by the previous Ghani government still represents his country at the United Nations even as the Taliban's new government has come into place in the country. Taliban want to address UN General Assembly, appoint new envoy UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has received a letter from Taliban-appointed Amir Khan Muttaqi "requesting to participate" in the high-level debate. FBI confirms Gabby Petito's death by homicide amid ongoing search for fiance Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old woman from Florida, was travelling along with her fiance Brian Laundrie but was reported missing on September 11 after he returned alone from the trip and refused to answer questions about her. Gravitas US Edition: Black Lives Matter Movement- A WION Ground Report

Morning news brief: Canada's PM Justin Trudeau wins another election & more

Ahead of the UNGA, the White House said on Tuesday that&nbsp;the meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will "strengthen deep ties" and "shared democratic values" between the two countries.&nbsp;President Biden&nbsp;will be hosting Modi on September 24.&nbsp;

Biden&nbsp;will also be conducting the first in-person&nbsp;Quad&nbsp;summit at the White House with Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga, Australian PM Scott Morrison along with the Indian prime minister.

Meanwhile, in the Canadian elections, TV projections predicted that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau would hold on to power in the ongoing snap elections.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-elections-justin-trudeau-to-retain-power-say-tv-projections-414565">Canada elections: Justin Trudeau to retain power, say TV projections</a>

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The gamble of announcing snap election appears to be going Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's way if TV projections are to be believe.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/president-biden-pm-modis-meeting-will-strengthen-deep-ties-says-us-ahead-of-unga-414562">President Biden, PM Modi's meeting will strengthen deep ties, says US ahead of UNGA</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-lift-restrictions-on-vaccinated-international-travelers-414554">US to lift restrictions on vaccinated international travelers</a>

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In November, the Biden administration will lift travel restrictions on foreigners, who are fully vaccinated against the Covid.

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Ahead of the UNGA, the White House said on Tuesday that the meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will "strengthen deep ties" and "shared democratic values" between the two countries.

Ahead of the UNGA, the White House said on Tuesday that the meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will "strengthen deep ties" and "shared democratic values" between the two countries. President Biden will be hosting Modi on September 24. Biden will also be conducting the first in-person Quad summit at the White House with Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga, Australian PM Scott Morrison along with the Indian prime minister. Meanwhile, in the Canadian elections, TV projections predicted that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau would hold on to power in the ongoing snap elections. Click on the headlines to know more Canada elections: Justin Trudeau to retain power, say TV projections The gamble of announcing snap election appears to be going Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's way if TV projections are to be believe. President Biden, PM Modi's meeting will strengthen deep ties, says US ahead of UNGA US to lift restrictions on vaccinated international travelers In November, the Biden administration will lift travel restrictions on foreigners, who are fully vaccinated against the Covid. Watch: UK's travel laws draw criticism in India, talks underway

Morning news brief: Elections in Canada; President Biden, PM Modi meeting in US & more

Amid the row over scrapping of the submarine deal, the French government cancelled a defence meeting with the UK.&nbsp;PM Scott Morrison had announced last week that Australia would no longer work with&nbsp;France&nbsp;on acquiring submarines.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, in Afghanistan,&nbsp;ISIS-K has claimed responsibility for the attacks against the Taliban in the Afghan city of Jalalabad. The terror group had carried out a suicide attack in Kabul airport last month amid the US evacuation. The attack had led to the death of 13 US service members and 180 Afghans.

In an apparent breakthrough, the FBI said that search of a national park in Wyoming has yielded human remains "consistent" with missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-cancels-defence-meeting-with-uk-amid-submarine-row-414297">France cancels defence meeting with UK amid submarine row</a>

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PM Scott Morrison had announced last week that Australia would no longer work with&nbsp;France&nbsp;on acquiring submarines.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/isis-k-claims-attacks-against-taliban-in-afghanistans-jalalabad-414307">ISIS-K claims attacks against Taliban in Afghanistan's Jalalabad</a>

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At least seven people were killed and another 30 injured in a series of explosions in Afghanistan's Jalalabad city including&nbsp;women, children and security personnel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/isis-k-claims-attacks-against-taliban-in-afghanistans-jalalabad-414307">Search for Gabby Petito: FBI finds remains 'consistent' with the 22-year-old</a>

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Gabby Petito was on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend Brain Laundrie when she went missing. Laundrie came home without her on September 1.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-emmy-awards-2021-full-list-of-winners-414289">Emmy Awards 2021: Full list of winners</a>

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Emmys are being&nbsp;be presented in 27 categories tonight.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-will-look-to-build-on-happy-memories-from-ipl-2020-and-go-a-step-further-says-axar-patel-414274">Delhi Capitals will look to build on 'happy memories', says Axar Patel</a>

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Axar Patel, the all-rounder of Delhi Capitals said that the team will look to repeat what they did in the previous season when it reached its maiden final.

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Amid the row over scrapping of the submarine deal, the French government cancelled a defence meeting with the UK. PM Scott Morrison had announced last week that Australia would no longer work with France on acquiring submarines.

Amid the row over scrapping of the submarine deal, the French government cancelled a defence meeting with the UK. PM Scott Morrison had announced last week that Australia would no longer work with France on acquiring submarines. Meanwhile, in Afghanistan, ISIS-K has claimed responsibility for the attacks against the Taliban in the Afghan city of Jalalabad. The terror group had carried out a suicide attack in Kabul airport last month amid the US evacuation. The attack had led to the death of 13 US service members and 180 Afghans. In an apparent breakthrough, the FBI said that search of a national park in Wyoming has yielded human remains "consistent" with missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito. Click on headlines to know more France cancels defence meeting with UK amid submarine row PM Scott Morrison had announced last week that Australia would no longer work with France on acquiring submarines. ISIS-K claims attacks against Taliban in Afghanistan's Jalalabad At least seven people were killed and another 30 injured in a series of explosions in Afghanistan's Jalalabad city including women, children and security personnel. Search for Gabby Petito: FBI finds remains 'consistent' with the 22-year-old Gabby Petito was on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend Brain Laundrie when she went missing. Laundrie came home without her on September 1. Emmy Awards 2021: Full list of winners Emmys are being be presented in 27 categories tonight. Delhi Capitals will look to build on 'happy memories', says Axar Patel Axar Patel, the all-rounder of Delhi Capitals said that the team will look to repeat what they did in the previous season when it reached its maiden final. Watch: Israeli agents killed Iran’s top nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh

Morning news brief: France cancels defence meeting with UK amid submarine row & more

As France continues to wrangle against the US, UK,&nbsp;Australia nuclear submarine deal,&nbsp;Jean-Pierre Thebault, the French envoy to Canberra, said it was a "huge mistake, a very, very bad handling of the partnership".&nbsp;

Meanwhile,&nbsp;the four SpaceX tourists landed in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida on Saturday evening after spending three days in space, successfully concluding the first orbital mission in history with no professional astronauts on board.

In Israel,&nbsp;the army recaptured the last two Palestinian fugitives involved in a spectacular jailbreak earlier this month.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/duplicity-and-lies-says-france-after-australia-cancels-submarine-deal-414079">Duplicity and lies, says France after Australia cancels submarine deal</a>

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As the Scott Morrison government announced it will no longer continue with the 2016 submarine deal with France, the French envoy to Australia said it was a "huge mistake, a very, very bad handling of the partnership".

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The SpaceX Dragon capsule's heat shield allowed it to withstand the descent before it was slowed down by four large parachutes and then splashed into the ocean just after 7:00 pm

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Six Palestinian inmates had escaped Gilboa prison in Israel&nbsp;through a tunnel dug under a sink in a cell&nbsp;reportedly using tools including a spoon.

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As France continues to wrangle against the US, UK, Australia nuclear submarine deal, Jean-Pierre Thebault, the French envoy to Canberra, said it was a "huge mistake, a very, very bad handling of the partnership".

As France continues to wrangle against the US, UK, Australia nuclear submarine deal, Jean-Pierre Thebault, the French envoy to Canberra, said it was a "huge mistake, a very, very bad handling of the partnership". Meanwhile, the four SpaceX tourists landed in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida on Saturday evening after spending three days in space, successfully concluding the first orbital mission in history with no professional astronauts on board. In Israel, the army recaptured the last two Palestinian fugitives involved in a spectacular jailbreak earlier this month. Click on the headlines to know more Duplicity and lies, says France after Australia cancels submarine deal As the Scott Morrison government announced it will no longer continue with the 2016 submarine deal with France, the French envoy to Australia said it was a "huge mistake, a very, very bad handling of the partnership". SpaceX's first all-civilian orbital mission returns to Earth The SpaceX Dragon capsule's heat shield allowed it to withstand the descent before it was slowed down by four large parachutes and then splashed into the ocean just after 7:00 pm After massive manhunt, Israel captures last two Palestinians involved in jail break Six Palestinian inmates had escaped Gilboa prison in Israel through a tunnel dug under a sink in a cell reportedly using tools including a spoon. Watch:

Morning news brief: France slams Australia over submarine cancellation & more

Few weeks after the controversial drone strike, US Central Command commander General Kenneth McKenzie has admitted that the US made a "mistake"&nbsp;by launching a drone airstrike in Kabul's residential area on August 29. He agreed that the strike did not kill ISIS-K militants, but did take lives of 10 civilians. This is not the only problem the US is facing. A few hours after the French government expressed disagreement and anger over the new 'Aukus'&nbsp;alliance, the European country has recalled its ambassadors from the US and Australia.

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A drone strike was carried out by the US in Kabul, near the international airport. US officials had claimed that the strike was against ISIS-K militants and had hailed it as a success.&nbsp;

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France has accused the US and Australia of practicing morally incorrect practices. "It's really a stab in the back," Le Drian said Thursday. "We had established a relationship of trust with Australia, this trust has been betrayed".

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Four space tourists orbiting the Earth in a SpaceX capsule at 17,500 miles per hour talked to movie star Tom Cruise on Friday and provided a live update about life aboard the spacecraft.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-to-convene-covid-19-summit-on-wednesday-white-house-413891">Biden to convene COVID-19 summit on Wednesday: White House</a>

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President Joe Biden will host a virtual summit with world leaders on the coronavirus pandemic next Wednesday. This comes a day after he addresses the United Nations General Assembly, the White House said Friday.

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Few weeks after the controversial drone strike, US Central Command commander General Kenneth McKenzie has admitted that the US made a "mistake" by launching a drone airstrike in Kabul's residential area on August 29.

Few weeks after the controversial drone strike, US Central Command commander General Kenneth McKenzie has admitted that the US made a "mistake" by launching a drone airstrike in Kabul's residential area on August 29. He agreed that the strike did not kill ISIS-K militants, but did take lives of 10 civilians. This is not the only problem the US is facing. A few hours after the French government expressed disagreement and anger over the new 'Aukus' alliance, the European country has recalled its ambassadors from the US and Australia. Click on headlines to read more 'We apologize': US admits Kabul airstrike killed 10 civilians, not ISIS-K militants A drone strike was carried out by the US in Kabul, near the international airport. US officials had claimed that the strike was against ISIS-K militants and had hailed it as a success. France recalls ambassadors from US, Australia after 'Aukus' announcement France has accused the US and Australia of practicing morally incorrect practices. "It's really a stab in the back," Le Drian said Thursday. "We had established a relationship of trust with Australia, this trust has been betrayed". SpaceX tourists talk to Tom Cruise from orbit Four space tourists orbiting the Earth in a SpaceX capsule at 17,500 miles per hour talked to movie star Tom Cruise on Friday and provided a live update about life aboard the spacecraft. Biden to convene COVID-19 summit on Wednesday: White House President Joe Biden will host a virtual summit with world leaders on the coronavirus pandemic next Wednesday. This comes a day after he addresses the United Nations General Assembly, the White House said Friday. Gravitas: What went down at the SCO summit?

Morning news brief: US strike killed civilians in Kabul, France angry over 'Aukus', and more

The US appeared to be in damage control mode as it called France a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific. France is angry over US-UK-Australia submarine deal. In other news, US medicale experts will vote on Pfizer Covid boosters. Check out what's happening this morning

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Blinken claimed that US has been informing France about US-UK-Australia submarine deal. But this was refuted from French circles

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The US appeared to be in damage control mode as it called France a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific. France is angry over US-UK-Australia submarine deal. In other news, US medicale experts will vote on Pfizer Covid boosters.

The US appeared to be in damage control mode as it called France a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific. France is angry over US-UK-Australia submarine deal. In other news, US medicale experts will vote on Pfizer Covid boosters. Check out what's happening this morning Damage control mode: Blinken calls angry France a vital partner in Indo-Pacific Blinken claimed that US has been informing France about US-UK-Australia submarine deal. But this was refuted from French circles US medical experts to vote on Pfizer COVID-19 boosters President Joe Biden's administration announced in August a plan to roll out third shots to everyone, not just the immune compromised already able to receive them, starting from September 20 Brazil's Bolsonaro going to UN meet despite being unvaccinated "Next week I will be at the UN General Assembly (UNGA), where I will give an opening speech" on Tuesday, the president said during a social media broadcast ×

Morning news brief: US does damage control, unvaccinated Bolsonaro and UN meet, more

In a bid to contain China, US, Australia and Britain announced the establishment of a new security partnership for the Indo-Pacific region. The Biden administration and the Boris Johnson government will help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines as PM Morrison said that the submarines would be built in Adelaide.

As the deal was announced, PM Jacinda Ardern said New Zealand will not lift the ban on nuclear vessels entering its waters after Australia decided to develop the nuclear submarine fleet in partnership with the US and Britain. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Meanwhile, SpaceX rocket ship lifted off from Florida on Wednesday carrying all-civilian crew. The crew includes a billionaire, e-commerce executive and three other private citizens.&nbsp;

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US, UK and Australia announced a new nuclear submarine deal which would involve helping Canberra build a submarine fleet.

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Australian PM Scott Morrison confirmed that the country had pulled out of the multi-billion dollar deal with submarine deal with&nbsp;France.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-all-civilian-crew-mission-inspiration4-lifts-off-413368">SpaceX all-civilian crew mission 'Inspiration4' lifts off, reaches orbit</a>

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It marked the debut flight of SpaceX owner Elon Musk's new orbital tourism business, and a leap ahead of competitors likewise offering rides on rocket ships to customers.

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Citing strict bio-bubble life, the Joe Root-led England cricket team isn't willing to stay in a bio-bubble life for over four months. Hence, the visitors are contemplating boycotting the whole Ashes tour.

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In a bid to contain China, US, Australia and Britain announced the establishment of a new security partnership for the Indo-Pacific region. The Biden administration and the Boris Johnson government will help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines as PM Morrison said that the submarines would be built in Adelaide.

In a bid to contain China, US, Australia and Britain announced the establishment of a new security partnership for the Indo-Pacific region. The Biden administration and the Boris Johnson government will help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines as PM Morrison said that the submarines would be built in Adelaide. As the deal was announced, PM Jacinda Ardern said New Zealand will not lift the ban on nuclear vessels entering its waters after Australia decided to develop the nuclear submarine fleet in partnership with the US and Britain. Meanwhile, SpaceX rocket ship lifted off from Florida on Wednesday carrying all-civilian crew. The crew includes a billionaire, e-commerce executive and three other private citizens. Click on the headlines to know more 'Cold war mentality': China lashes out at US, Australia, UK nuclear submarine deal US, UK and Australia announced a new nuclear submarine deal which would involve helping Canberra build a submarine fleet. Australian nuclear vessels prohibited from entering New Zealand: Prime Minister Ardern Australian PM Scott Morrison confirmed that the country had pulled out of the multi-billion dollar deal with submarine deal with France. SpaceX all-civilian crew mission 'Inspiration4' lifts off, reaches orbit It marked the debut flight of SpaceX owner Elon Musk's new orbital tourism business, and a leap ahead of competitors likewise offering rides on rocket ships to customers. Joe Root-led England on verge of boycotting Ashes 2021 citing strict bio-bubble life: Reports Citing strict bio-bubble life, the Joe Root-led England cricket team isn't willing to stay in a bio-bubble life for over four months. Hence, the visitors are contemplating boycotting the whole Ashes tour. Watch:

Morning news brief: China lashes out at US, Australia, UK nuclear submarine deal & more

Britain's relations with China took another hit after the&nbsp;UK Parliament barred China's ambassador&nbsp;Zheng Zeguang from entering the premises.&nbsp;House of Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle asking him to disallow Zheng from entering Parliament over China's decision to sanction UK MPs.

Meanwhile, Apple launched iPhone 13 and&nbsp;added&nbsp;new features to iPads and&nbsp;watches, however, what caught everyone's attention was the iconic Bollywood tune&nbsp;Dum Maro Dum&nbsp;which&nbsp;played at the very start of the promotion video.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-ambassador-banned-from-entering-uk-parliament-amid-mps-sanctions-row-413140">Chinese ambassador banned from entering UK Parliament amid MPs sanctions row</a>

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UK along with US, EU and Canada had earlier imposed sanctions against Chinese officials for their alleged role in human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-says-xi-jinping-did-not-turn-down-meeting-offer-413150">Biden says Xi Jinping did not turn down meeting offer</a>

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The G20 summit in Italy in October has been talked about as a possible venue for a face-to-face meeting, but Xi has not left China since the outbreak of the pandemic early last year.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-event-2021-dum-maro-dum-tune-sparks-social-media-frenzy-413144">Apple Event 2021: 'Dum Maro Dum' tune sparks social media frenzy</a>

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Those who follow Hindi music recognised the unmistakable tune of the iconic song played in a video during iPhone 13 launch event.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ucl-lewandowski-mueller-propel-dominant-bayern-to-easy-win-at-barcelona-413137">UCL: Lewandowski, Mueller propel dominant Bayern to easy win at Barcelona</a>

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Mueller gave Bayern the lead in the 34th minute of the Group E clash with a strike from outside the area which deflected off Barca defender Eric Garcia to confound goalkeeper&nbsp;Stegen.

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Britain's relations with China took another hit after the UK Parliament barred China's ambassador Zheng Zeguang from entering the premises. House of Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle asking him to disallow Zheng from entering Parliament over China's decision to sanction UK MPs.

Britain's relations with China took another hit after the UK Parliament barred China's ambassador Zheng Zeguang from entering the premises. House of Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle asking him to disallow Zheng from entering Parliament over China's decision to sanction UK MPs. Meanwhile, Apple launched iPhone 13 and added new features to iPads and watches, however, what caught everyone's attention was the iconic Bollywood tune Dum Maro Dum which played at the very start of the promotion video. Click on the headline to know more Chinese ambassador banned from entering UK Parliament amid MPs sanctions row UK along with US, EU and Canada had earlier imposed sanctions against Chinese officials for their alleged role in human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region. Biden says Xi Jinping did not turn down meeting offer The G20 summit in Italy in October has been talked about as a possible venue for a face-to-face meeting, but Xi has not left China since the outbreak of the pandemic early last year. Apple Event 2021: 'Dum Maro Dum' tune sparks social media frenzy Those who follow Hindi music recognised the unmistakable tune of the iconic song played in a video during iPhone 13 launch event. UCL: Lewandowski, Mueller propel dominant Bayern to easy win at Barcelona Mueller gave Bayern the lead in the 34th minute of the Group E clash with a strike from outside the area which deflected off Barca defender Eric Garcia to confound goalkeeper Stegen. Watch: Gravitas - Is this secret mercenary force waging wars on Russia's behalf?

Morning news brief: Biden denies President Xi turned down meeting offer, Apple 2021 event & more

Reports say the Taliban has been killing civilians in Panjshir Valley. A BBC report referred to a video of a man being gunned down by the Taliban. The Taliban had said earlier that it had entered Panjshir to "protect" the people and their families.&nbsp;A video had surfaced earlier that showed Taliban entering the governor's house in Panjshir.

Meanwhile, amid tensions with China, Taiwan has reportedly&nbsp;urged the Biden administration to rename Taipei's&nbsp;mission in Washington from "Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office" to "Taiwan Representative Office". The move has angered China which it said was against the One-China policy.

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Reports coming in paint a different picture than&nbsp;the claims made by the Taliban saying that they were in Panjshir to protect people.

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Taiwan had earlier renamed its office in Vilnius as "Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania", China had hit back by imposing sanctions against Lithuania while recalling its envoy.

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Brazilian football legend Pele is ready to leave the intensive care unit of a Sao Paulo hospital after undergoing surgery for a suspected colon tumour.

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Reports say the Taliban has been killing civilians in Panjshir Valley. A BBC report referred to a video of a man being gunned down by the Taliban. The Taliban had said earlier that it had entered Panjshir to "protect" the people and their families.

Reports say the Taliban has been killing civilians in Panjshir Valley. A BBC report referred to a video of a man being gunned down by the Taliban. The Taliban had said earlier that it had entered Panjshir to "protect" the people and their families. A video had surfaced earlier that showed Taliban entering the governor's house in Panjshir. Meanwhile, amid tensions with China, Taiwan has reportedly urged the Biden administration to rename Taipei's mission in Washington from "Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office" to "Taiwan Representative Office". The move has angered China which it said was against the One-China policy. Click on headlines to know more Taliban killing civilians in Panjshir Valley, says report Reports coming in paint a different picture than the claims made by the Taliban saying that they were in Panjshir to protect people. Taiwan wants its US office to be renamed; China retaliates: Report Taiwan had earlier renamed its office in Vilnius as "Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania", China had hit back by imposing sanctions against Lithuania while recalling its envoy. Pele ready to leave ICU after tumor removed, daughter says Brazilian football legend Pele is ready to leave the intensive care unit of a Sao Paulo hospital after undergoing surgery for a suspected colon tumour. Watch: Gravitas- Bizarre article claims China will invade Arunachal

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North Korea tested a long-range cruise missile over the weekend describing it as a "strategic weapon of great significance". The tests took place just days after Kim Jong Un's regime conducted a predawn parade on National Day. The North Korean authorities reportedly carried out detailed tests of missile parts.

Meanwhile, Israel conducted fresh airstrikes&nbsp;targeting&nbsp;facilities used by Hamas militants for military training including&nbsp;a weapons factory.&nbsp;

As the Taliban&nbsp;consolidates its hold over Afghanistan, the United Nations said more than half the population or 18 million people were dependent on aid even before the Taliban's seizure of Kabul last month.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-tests-long-range-cruise-missile-412656">North Korea tests long-range cruise missile</a>

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The cruise missile tests conducted by North Korea comes just days after Kim Jong Un's regime conducted a predawn military parade in Pyongyang to celebrate the country's National Day.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-conducts-airstrikes-on-gaza-targets-militant-sites-412669">Israel conducts airstrikes on Gaza; targets militant sites</a>

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The airstrikes targeted four facilities used by Hamas militants for military training and include a weapons factory and storage, the Israeli military said.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-seeks-to-raise-usd-600-million-to-avoid-afghan-humanitarian-crisis-412657">UN seeks to raise $600 million to avoid Afghan humanitarian crisis</a>

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Abrupt end in foreign donations following collapse of Ashraf Ghani-led government has put pressure on UN programmes.

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World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev won his first-ever Grand Slam trophy after beating Serbian ace and World No&nbsp;1&nbsp;Novak Djokovic.

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North Korea tested a long-range cruise missile over the weekend describing it as a "strategic weapon of great significance". The tests took place just days after Kim Jong Un's regime conducted a predawn parade on National Day.

North Korea tested a long-range cruise missile over the weekend describing it as a "strategic weapon of great significance". The tests took place just days after Kim Jong Un's regime conducted a predawn parade on National Day. The North Korean authorities reportedly carried out detailed tests of missile parts. Meanwhile, Israel conducted fresh airstrikes targeting facilities used by Hamas militants for military training including a weapons factory. As the Taliban consolidates its hold over Afghanistan, the United Nations said more than half the population or 18 million people were dependent on aid even before the Taliban's seizure of Kabul last month. Click on the headlines to know more North Korea tests long-range cruise missile The cruise missile tests conducted by North Korea comes just days after Kim Jong Un's regime conducted a predawn military parade in Pyongyang to celebrate the country's National Day. Israel conducts airstrikes on Gaza; targets militant sites The airstrikes targeted four facilities used by Hamas militants for military training and include a weapons factory and storage, the Israeli military said. UN seeks to raise $600 million to avoid Afghan humanitarian crisis Abrupt end in foreign donations following collapse of Ashraf Ghani-led government has put pressure on UN programmes. Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic's bid for calender Grand Slam after winning US Open World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev won his first-ever Grand Slam trophy after beating Serbian ace and World No 1 Novak Djokovic. Watch: Women under Taliban 2.0 emerge as hope for resistance

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