Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from another shooting in the US, to China's sanctions against European officials in retaliation against coordinated western sanctions, and the approval of a nasal spray to fight COVID-19 in two countries. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gunman-opens-fire-in-grocery-store-in-colorado-at-least-10-killed-372420" hreflang="en">Gunman opens fire in grocery store in Colorado, at least 10 killed</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-retaliates-after-coordinated-sanctions-by-western-countries-over-xinjiang-abuses-372423" hreflang="en">China retaliates after coordinated sanctions by western countries over Xinjiang abuses</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-pandemic-germany-to-enforce-strict-five-day-shutdown-over-easter-372424" hreflang="en">'New pandemic': Germany to enforce strict five-day shutdown over Easter</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-records-lowest-daily-coronavirus-death-toll-since-september-372432" hreflang="en">UK records lowest daily coronavirus death toll since September</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-new-zealand-give-interim-approval-to-anti-covid-nasal-spray-how-does-it-work-372436" hreflang="en">Israel, New Zealand give interim approval to anti-COVID nasal spray. How does it work?</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-blacklists-myanmar-police-chief-army-units-over-deadly-crackdown-372411" hreflang="en">US blacklists Myanmar police chief, army units over deadly crackdown</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/us-president-bidens-envoys-head-to-mexico-gautemala-372434" hreflang="en">US President Biden's envoys head to Mexico &amp; Gautemala</a>

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Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from another shooting in the US, to China's sanctions against European officials in retaliation against coordinated western sanctions, and the approval of a nasal spray to fight COVID-19 in two countries.

Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from another shooting in the US, to China's sanctions against European officials in retaliation against coordinated western sanctions, and the approval of a nasal spray to fight COVID-19 in two countries. Click on the headline to read the full story. Gunman opens fire in grocery store in Colorado, at least 10 killed China retaliates after coordinated sanctions by western countries over Xinjiang abuses 'New pandemic': Germany to enforce strict five-day shutdown over Easter UK records lowest daily coronavirus death toll since September Israel, New Zealand give interim approval to anti-COVID nasal spray. How does it work? US blacklists Myanmar police chief, army units over deadly crackdown Watch: US President Biden's envoys head to Mexico & Gautemala

Morning news brief: Gunman kills 10 in US, China retaliates to western sanctions, and more

Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-set-to-tighten-covid-19-curbs-emergency-declared-in-miami-beach-over-uncontrollable-crowds-372142" hreflang="en">Germany set to tighten COVID-19 curbs; emergency declared in Miami beach over uncontrollable crowds</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/freedom-bolsonaro-cuts-birthday-cake-while-taking-a-dig-at-covid-19-restrictions-372145" hreflang="en">'Freedom': Bolsonaro cuts birthday cake while taking a dig at COVID-19 restrictions</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/public-faith-in-astrazenecas-covid-19-vaccine-across-europe-dips-poll-372147" hreflang="en">Public faith in AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine across Europe dips: Poll</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/12/186850-astrazeneca.jpg?itok=KJqdQd91" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/turkish-lira-tumbles-after-erdogan-fires-central-bank-chief-372148" hreflang="en">Turkish Lira tumbles after Erdogan fires central bank chief</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-against-new-police-bill-in-england-turn-violent-372157" hreflang="en">Protests against new police bill in England turn violent</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/nasa-turns-to-college-students-to-design-new-spacesuits-372152" hreflang="en">NASA turns to college students to design new spacesuits</a>

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Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning. Germany set to tighten COVID-19 curbs; emergency declared in Miami beach over uncontrollab

Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning. Germany set to tighten COVID-19 curbs; emergency declared in Miami beach over uncontrollable crowds 'Freedom': Bolsonaro cuts birthday cake while taking a dig at COVID-19 restrictions Public faith in AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine across Europe dips: Poll Turkish Lira tumbles after Erdogan fires central bank chief Protests against new police bill in England turn violent Watch: NASA turns to college students to design new spacesuits

Morning news brief: Protests in England turn violent, public faith in AstraZeneca jab dips, and more

Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from heavy rains in Australia to night protests in Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heavy-rainfall-continues-to-batter-australia-parts-of-sydney-evacuated-371982" hreflang="en">Heavy rainfall continues to batter Australia; parts of Sydney evacuated</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-first-female-us-vp-congratulates-tanzanias-first-woman-president-371984" hreflang="en">Kamala Harris, first female US VP, congratulates Tanzania's first woman president</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-police-arrest-dozens-of-people-at-anti-lockdown-protests-371992" hreflang="en">UK police arrest dozens of people at anti-lockdown protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-conducts-first-air-strikes-in-months-against-kurdish-zone-in-syria-372005" hreflang="en">Turkey conducts first air strikes in months against Kurdish zone in Syria</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protesters-in-myanmar-hold-night-rallies-as-death-toll-touches-250-372012" hreflang="en">Protesters in Myanmar hold night rallies as death toll touches 250</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/hundreds-in-atlanta-march-to-support-asian-americans-after-deadly-shooting-372003" hreflang="en">Hundreds in Atlanta march to support Asian Americans after deadly shooting</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/defence-minister-rajnath-singh-meets-us-counterpart-discusses-measures-to-expand-strategic-ties-371958" hreflang="en">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets US counterpart, discusses measures to expand strategic ties</a>

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Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from heavy rains in Australia to night protests in Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Morning news brief: Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - from heavy rains in Australia to night protests in Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story. Heavy rainfall continues to batter Australia; parts of Sydney evacuated Kamala Harris, first female US VP, congratulates Tanzania's first woman president UK police arrest dozens of people at anti-lockdown protests Turkey conducts first air strikes in months against Kurdish zone in Syria Protesters in Myanmar hold night rallies as death toll touches 250 Hundreds in Atlanta march to support Asian Americans after deadly shooting Watch: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets US counterpart, discusses measures to expand strategic ties

Morning news brief: Heavy rain drowns eastern Australia, Myanmar death toll touches 250, and more

Morning news brief: The biggest news stories of the morning, from Joe Biden's condemnation of anti-Asian violence in the country, to the much-awaited volcanic eruption in Iceland. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-condemns-rising-anti-asian-violence-calls-for-unity-371801" hreflang="en">Biden condemns rising anti-Asian violence, calls for unity</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/under-erdogan-turkey-pulls-out-of-european-treaty-to-prevent-violence-against-women-371802" hreflang="en">Under Erdogan, Turkey pulls out of European treaty to prevent violence against women</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-erupts-near-icelandic-capital-ending-a-streak-of-earthquakes-371804" hreflang="en">Volcano erupts near Icelandic capital, ending a streak of earthquakes</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/current-aide-accuses-new-york-governor-of-suggestive-comments-harassment-371806" hreflang="en">Current aide accuses New York governor of suggestive comments, harassment</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-china-wrap-up-high-level-alaska-talks-after-bitter-opening-exchanges-371815" hreflang="en">US, China wrap up high-level Alaska talks after bitter opening exchanges</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/covid-19-nepal-gives-an-emergency-nod-to-indias-covaxin-371825" hreflang="en">COVID-19: Nepal gives an emergency nod to India's COVAXIN</a>

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Morning news brief: The biggest news stories of the morning, from Joe Biden's condemnation of anti-Asian violence in the country, to the much-awaited volcanic eruption in Iceland.

Morning news brief: The biggest news stories of the morning, from Joe Biden's condemnation of anti-Asian violence in the country, to the much-awaited volcanic eruption in Iceland. Click on the headline to read the full story. Biden condemns rising anti-Asian violence, calls for unity Under Erdogan, Turkey pulls out of European treaty to prevent violence against women Volcano erupts near Icelandic capital, ending a streak of earthquakes Current aide accuses New York governor of suggestive comments, harassment US, China wrap up high-level Alaska talks after bitter opening exchanges Watch: COVID-19: Nepal gives an emergency nod to India's COVAXIN

Morning news brief: Volcano erupts in Iceland, Biden condemns anti-Asian violence, and more

As US and Chinese officials began talks in Alaska for the first time under the Biden administration, China top diplomat Yang Jiechi threatened "firm actions" against "US interference". However, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken hit back saying China's actions "threaten the rules-based order that maintains global stability" during the meeting in Anchorage.

Meanwhile, amid a surge in coronavirus cases, France on Thursday announced limited lockdown in Paris and several other regions to combat the virus. French PN&nbsp;Jean Castex said there were increased threats due to a "third wave" with nearly 1,200 people in intensive care in the Paris region even as the British variant of the virus has been responsible for the most number of cases in recent weeks.

In the US, the contentious immigration bills were passed in the House of Representatives that would provide legal status for millions of undocumented immigrants. The House on Thursday voted to open a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers and immigrants who have fled war or natural disasters abroad, giving Democrats a win in the year's first vote on an issue.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/abandon-cold-war-mentality-us-chinese-officials-spar-during-talks-in-alaska-371538">'Abandon Cold War mentality: US, Chinese officials spar during talks in Alaska</a>

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Blinken said the US will discuss "deep concerns with actions by China, including Xinjiang", "genocide" against Uyghur Muslims including dialogue on "Hong Kong, Taiwan, cyberattacks on the United States, economic coercion toward our allies."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-government-imposes-limited-lockdown-in-paris-amid-covid-19-variant-surge-371536">French government imposes limited lockdown in Paris amid COVID-19 variant surge</a>

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French PM&nbsp;Jean Castex&nbsp;said there were increased threats due to a&nbsp;"third wave"&nbsp;with nearly 1,200 people in intensive care in the Paris region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-divided-us-house-passes-immigration-bills-including-pathway-for-dreamers-371541">Divided US House passes immigration bills, including pathway for 'Dreamers'</a>

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The House on Thursday voted to open a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers and immigrants who have fled war or natural disasters abroad, giving Democrats a win in the year's first vote on an issue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gunmen-kill-13-police-in-ambush-in-central-mexico-371544">Gunmen kill 13 police in ambush in central Mexico</a>

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Armed gunmen killed at least eight Mexican police officials and five prosecution investigators in an ambush in the central State of Mexico on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-pakistan-makes-another-peace-offer-to-india-371523">Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan makes another peace offer to India</a>

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As US and Chinese officials began talks in Alaska for the first time under the Biden administration, China top diplomat Yang Jiechi threatened "firm actions" against "US interference".

As US and Chinese officials began talks in Alaska for the first time under the Biden administration, China top diplomat Yang Jiechi threatened "firm actions" against "US interference". However, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken hit back saying China's actions "threaten the rules-based order that maintains global stability" during the meeting in Anchorage. Meanwhile, amid a surge in coronavirus cases, France on Thursday announced limited lockdown in Paris and several other regions to combat the virus. French PN Jean Castex said there were increased threats due to a "third wave" with nearly 1,200 people in intensive care in the Paris region even as the British variant of the virus has been responsible for the most number of cases in recent weeks. In the US, the contentious immigration bills were passed in the House of Representatives that would provide legal status for millions of undocumented immigrants. The House on Thursday voted to open a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers and immigrants who have fled war or natural disasters abroad, giving Democrats a win in the year's first vote on an issue. Click on headlines to read more 'Abandon Cold War mentality: US, Chinese officials spar during talks in Alaska Blinken said the US will discuss "deep concerns with actions by China, including Xinjiang", "genocide" against Uyghur Muslims including dialogue on "Hong Kong, Taiwan, cyberattacks on the United States, economic coercion toward our allies." French government imposes limited lockdown in Paris amid COVID-19 variant surge French PM Jean Castex said there were increased threats due to a "third wave" with nearly 1,200 people in intensive care in the Paris region. Divided US House passes immigration bills, including pathway for 'Dreamers' The House on Thursday voted to open a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers and immigrants who have fled war or natural disasters abroad, giving Democrats a win in the year's first vote on an issue. Gunmen kill 13 police in ambush in central Mexico Armed gunmen killed at least eight Mexican police officials and five prosecution investigators in an ambush in the central State of Mexico on Thursday. Watch: Pakistan makes another peace offer to India

Morning news brief: US, Chinese officials clash in Alaska, limited lockdown in Paris & more!

France faced weekend lockdown even as the Polish government announced a three-week partial lockdown from Saturday as Europe continues to grapple with the coronavirus epidemic.

Meanwhile, the military in Myanmar slapped more charges against Aung San Suu Kyi as the state-controlled television reported that a prominent businessman had claimed to give the ousted leader about $550,000 in illegal payments in 2019 and 2020 when she was still the state counsellor.

After the shooting in Georgia spa, the suspect arrested for the crime 21-year-old suspect, Robert Aaron Long, told investigators that a sex addiction drove him to commit Tuesday's killings and indicated he frequented spas in the area.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-announces-partial-lockdown-amid-virus-surge-in-europe-371262">Poland announces partial lockdown amid virus surge in Europe</a>

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Poland's health minister said the recent spike has added pressure on already overwhelmed hospitals forcing authorities to impose fresh restrictions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/aung-san-suu-kyi-faces-new-charges-amid-anti-military-protests-in-myanmar-371266">Aung San Suu Kyi faces new charges amid anti-military protests in Myanmar</a>

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The anti-coup protests continued across the country on Wednesday with hundreds of people from two villages calling for the military to step down.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/motive-in-georgia-shootings-uncertain-former-roommate-says-suspect-expressed-shame-over-sex-addiction-371264">Motive in Georgia shootings uncertain; former roommate says suspect expressed shame over sex addiction</a>

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The 21-year-old suspect, Robert Aaron Long, told investigators that a sex addiction drove him to commit Tuesday's killings and indicated he frequented spas in the area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-reauthorises-violence-against-women-act-371268">US House reauthorises Violence Against Women Act</a>

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The act had lapsed during the previous Congress. The original bill was first passed in 1994 and was championed by President Joe Biden, who was a US senator at the time. It was updated in 2000, 2005 and 2013.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-how-safe-are-made-in-china-vaccines-371239">Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: How safe are 'Made in China' vaccines?</a>

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France faced weekend lockdown even as the Polish government announced a three-week partial lockdown from Saturday as Europe continues to grapple with the coronavirus epidemic.

France faced weekend lockdown even as the Polish government announced a three-week partial lockdown from Saturday as Europe continues to grapple with the coronavirus epidemic. Meanwhile, the military in Myanmar slapped more charges against Aung San Suu Kyi as the state-controlled television reported that a prominent businessman had claimed to give the ousted leader about $550,000 in illegal payments in 2019 and 2020 when she was still the state counsellor. After the shooting in Georgia spa, the suspect arrested for the crime 21-year-old suspect, Robert Aaron Long, told investigators that a sex addiction drove him to commit Tuesday's killings and indicated he frequented spas in the area. Click on stories to read more Poland announces partial lockdown amid virus surge in Europe Poland's health minister said the recent spike has added pressure on already overwhelmed hospitals forcing authorities to impose fresh restrictions. Aung San Suu Kyi faces new charges amid anti-military protests in Myanmar The anti-coup protests continued across the country on Wednesday with hundreds of people from two villages calling for the military to step down. Motive in Georgia shootings uncertain; former roommate says suspect expressed shame over sex addiction The 21-year-old suspect, Robert Aaron Long, told investigators that a sex addiction drove him to commit Tuesday's killings and indicated he frequented spas in the area. US House reauthorises Violence Against Women Act The act had lapsed during the previous Congress. The original bill was first passed in 1994 and was championed by President Joe Biden, who was a US senator at the time. It was updated in 2000, 2005 and 2013. Watch: Gravitas: How safe are 'Made in China' vaccines?

Morning news brief: Aung San Suu Kyi faces new charges, US House reauthorises Violence Against Women Act & more!

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - At least seven dead in shootings in the US, Biden says Cuomo ought to resign if claims of harassment against him can be validated, while a new report claims Putin was behind Russia meddling in 2020 US elections. All this and more below - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-seven-dead-in-us-spa-shootings-suspect-reportedly-arrested-371000" hreflang="en">At least seven dead in US spa shootings; suspect reportedly arrested</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-says-new-york-governor-should-resign-if-harassment-claims-proven-371002" hreflang="en">Biden says New York governor should resign if harassment claims proven</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-likely-directed-meddling-in-2020-us-election-report-claims-371004" hreflang="en">Putin likely directed meddling in 2020 US election, report claims</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/over-70000-uber-drivers-in-uk-now-entitled-to-minimum-wage-other-workers-rights-371005" hreflang="en">Over 70,000 Uber drivers in UK now entitled to minimum wage, other workers' rights</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-court-rules-same-sex-couples-not-being-able-to-marry-is-unconstitutional-371010" hreflang="en">Japanese court rules same-sex couples not being able to marry is 'unconstitutional'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/four-more-us-states-join-texas-led-antitrust-lawsuit-against-google-371008" hreflang="en">Four more US states join Texas-led antitrust lawsuit against Google</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yangon-residents-flee-amid-martial-law-as-food-crisis-looms-in-myanmar-371016" hreflang="en">Yangon residents flee amid martial law as food crisis looms in Myanmar</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/coronavirus-update-new-coronavirus-variant-found-in-frances-brittany-371012" hreflang="en">Coronavirus Update: New Coronavirus variant found in France's Brittany</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - At least seven dead in shootings in the US, Biden says Cuomo ought to resign if claims of harassment against him can be validated, while a new report claims Putin was behind Russia meddling in 2020 US elections.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning - At least seven dead in shootings in the US, Biden says Cuomo ought to resign if claims of harassment against him can be validated, while a new report claims Putin was behind Russia meddling in 2020 US elections. All this and more below - click on the headline to read the full story. At least seven dead in US spa shootings; suspect reportedly arrested Biden says New York governor should resign if harassment claims proven Putin likely directed meddling in 2020 US election, report claims Over 70,000 Uber drivers in UK now entitled to minimum wage, other workers' rights Japanese court rules same-sex couples not being able to marry is 'unconstitutional' Four more US states join Texas-led antitrust lawsuit against Google Yangon residents flee amid martial law as food crisis looms in Myanmar Watch: Coronavirus Update: New Coronavirus variant found in France's Brittany

Morning news brief: Seven dead in US shooting, Putin's interference in US elections revealed, and more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: UN says over 130 people have been killed in Myanmar since the coup. In the world of vaccines, Australia has decided not to ban AstraZeneca vaccine amid scares of side effects while Thai PM received the first shot of the same vaccine. The UK is expected to announce an increase in its nuclear stockpile today. This, and more below - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/138-killed-in-myanmars-anti-coup-protests-since-february-1-un-370753" hreflang="en">138 killed in Myanmar's anti-coup protests since February 1: UN</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-considers-getting-russias-sputnik-v-to-boost-vaccination-report-370751">EU considers getting Russia's Sputnik V to boost vaccination: Repor</a>t

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-continue-using-astrazeneca-vaccine-despite-upheaval-in-europe-370761" hreflang="en">Australia to continue using AstraZeneca vaccine despite upheaval in Europe</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-will-be-watching-kim-jong-uns-sister-warns-us-ahead-of-austin-blinkens-visit-to-seoul-370770" hreflang="en">'North Korea will be watching': Kim Jong Un's sister warns US ahead of Austin, Blinken's visit to Seoul</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-increase-nuclear-weapons-stockpile-with-eye-on-russia-china-reports-370762" hreflang="en">UK to increase nuclear weapons stockpile with eye on Russia, China: Reports</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/promising-people-vaccine-shots-and-cash-payments-biden-kicks-off-stimulus-tour-370766" hreflang="en">Promising people vaccine shots and cash payments, Biden kicks off stimulus tour</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-covid-19-caseload-tops-120-million-370767" hreflang="en">Global COVID-19 caseload tops 120 million</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-pm-gets-first-shot-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-after-safety-scare-370768" hreflang="en">Thai PM gets first shot of AstraZeneca vaccine after safety scare</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: UN says over 130 people have been killed in Myanmar since the coup. In the world of vaccines, Australia has decided not to ban AstraZeneca vaccine amid scares of side effects while Thai PM received the first shot of the same vaccine.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: UN says over 130 people have been killed in Myanmar since the coup. In the world of vaccines, Australia has decided not to ban AstraZeneca vaccine amid scares of side effects while Thai PM received the first shot of the same vaccine. The UK is expected to announce an increase in its nuclear stockpile today. This, and more below - click on the headline to read the full story. 138 killed in Myanmar's anti-coup protests since February 1: UN EU considers getting Russia's Sputnik V to boost vaccination: Report Australia to continue using AstraZeneca vaccine despite upheaval in Europe 'North Korea will be watching': Kim Jong Un's sister warns US ahead of Austin, Blinken's visit to Seoul UK to increase nuclear weapons stockpile with eye on Russia, China: Reports Promising people vaccine shots and cash payments, Biden kicks off stimulus tour Global COVID-19 caseload tops 120 million Thai PM gets first shot of AstraZeneca vaccine after safety scare

Morning news brief: Myanmar coup has killed over 130, Australia to continue using AstraZeneca vaccines, and more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Clashes continue in Myanmar as military crack down on protesters, while Joe Biden says that Quad summit went very well. AstraZeneca, which has been embroiled in a controversy over fears of blood clots has denied finding any related results in its findings. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-declares-martial-law-in-yangon-townships-amid-protests-370458" hreflang="en">Myanmar declares martial law in Yangon townships amid protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-urges-paraguay-to-work-with-taiwan-amid-pandemic-protests-370455" hreflang="en">US urges Paraguay to work with Taiwan amid pandemic protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/summit-of-us-india-japan-and-australia-went-very-well-says-joe-biden-370456" hreflang="en">Summit of US, India, Japan and Australia went very well, says Joe Biden</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-finds-no-evidence-of-blood-clotting-risks-as-countries-restrict-use-of-vaccine-370461" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca finds no evidence of blood clotting risks as countries restrict use of vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-angela-merkels-party-suffers-heavy-losses-in-state-polls-370469" hreflang="en">German Chancellor Angela Merkel's party suffers heavy losses in state polls</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-rally-at-australias-parliament-to-demand-justice-for-sexual-assault-victims-370478" hreflang="en">Thousands rally at Australia's parliament to demand justice for sexual assault victims</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/china-statistics-bureau-says-economy-still-in-recovery-process-370479" hreflang="en">China statistics bureau says economy still in recovery process</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/clashes-erupt-in-hague-over-coronavirus-restrictions-370482" hreflang="en">Clashes erupt in Hague over coronavirus restrictions</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/north-korea-ignoring-biden-administrations-outreach-370451" hreflang="en">North Korea ignoring Biden administration's outreach</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Clashes continue in Myanmar as military crack down on protesters, while Joe Biden says that Quad summit went very well.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Clashes continue in Myanmar as military crack down on protesters, while Joe Biden says that Quad summit went very well. AstraZeneca, which has been embroiled in a controversy over fears of blood clots has denied finding any related results in its findings. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story. Myanmar declares martial law in Yangon townships amid protests US urges Paraguay to work with Taiwan amid pandemic protests Summit of US, India, Japan and Australia went very well, says Joe Biden AstraZeneca finds no evidence of blood clotting risks as countries restrict use of vaccine German Chancellor Angela Merkel's party suffers heavy losses in state polls Thousands rally at Australia's parliament to demand justice for sexual assault victims China statistics bureau says economy still in recovery process Clashes erupt in Hague over coronavirus restrictions Watch: North Korea ignoring Biden administration's outreach

Morning news brief: Martial law declared in Yangon, AstraZeneca finds no evidence of blood clot risks, and more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: A heavy snowstorm is currently on its way to the US, while protesters in the country demand justice on the first anniversary of Breonna Taylor's death. Meanwhile, in Myanmar protests continue to rock cities. This and more - below. Click on the headline for the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-2000-flights-cancelled-in-us-denver-as-heavy-snowstorm-arrives-370273" hreflang="en">Over 2,000 flights cancelled in US' Denver as heavy snowstorm arrives</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/demonstrators-in-us-call-for-justice-reforms-a-year-after-breonna-taylors-killing-370275" hreflang="en">Demonstrators in US call for justice, reforms a year after Breonna Taylor's killing</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-police-under-fire-after-crackdown-on-vigil-for-murdered-woman-370281" hreflang="en">UK police under fire after crackdown on vigil for murdered woman</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-orders-emergency-agency-to-help-with-child-migrant-surge-370271" hreflang="en">US orders emergency agency to help with child migrant surge</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-at-least-12-killed-in-protests-anti-junta-leader-vows-revolution-370288" hreflang="en">Myanmar: At least 12 killed in protests, anti-junta leader vows 'revolution'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-urges-citizens-to-flee-myanmar-immediately-for-safety-370270" hreflang="en">UK urges citizens to flee Myanmar immediately for safety</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/sri-lanka-likely-to-ban-burqa-shut-islamic-schools-370282" hreflang="en">Sri Lanka likely to ban burqa, shut Islamic schools</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: A heavy snowstorm is currently on its way to the US, while protesters in the country demand justice on the first anniversary of Breonna Taylor's death.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: A heavy snowstorm is currently on its way to the US, while protesters in the country demand justice on the first anniversary of Breonna Taylor's death. Meanwhile, in Myanmar protests continue to rock cities. This and more - below. Click on the headline for the full story. Over 2,000 flights cancelled in US' Denver as heavy snowstorm arrives Demonstrators in US call for justice, reforms a year after Breonna Taylor's killing UK police under fire after crackdown on vigil for murdered woman US orders emergency agency to help with child migrant surge Myanmar: At least 12 killed in protests, anti-junta leader vows 'revolution' UK urges citizens to flee Myanmar immediately for safety Watch: Sri Lanka likely to ban burqa, shut Islamic schools

Morning news brief: Several killed in Myanmar, demonstrators in US demand justice for Taylor, and more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: From the settlement of George Floyd's "wrongful death", to US offering protection to citizens of Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/george-floyds-family-receives-27-million-settlement-from-minneapolis-over-wrongful-death-370093" hreflang="en">George Floyd's family receives $27 million settlement from Minneapolis</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-new-york-senators-join-calls-for-cuomos-resignation-amid-allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-370089" hreflang="en">Two New York senators join calls for Cuomo's resignation amid allegations of sexual misconduct</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmar-citizens-in-us-offered-temporary-refuge-from-coup-crackdown-370096" hreflang="en">Myanmar citizens in US offered temporary refuge from coup crackdown</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-100-million-covid-19-vaccine-doses-administered-in-us-370094" hreflang="en">Over 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-slams-china-over-hong-kongs-alarming-political-deterioration-370098" hreflang="en">EU slams China over Hong Kong's 'alarming political deterioration'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/canada-judge-rejects-huawei-cfos-push-to-use-employee-statements-as-evidence-in-us-extradition-case-370099" hreflang="en">Canada judge rejects Huawei CFO's push to use employee statements as evidence in US extradition case</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-admin-to-reconsider-objections-to-h1b-visas-during-trump-regime-370100" hreflang="en">Biden admin to reconsider objections to H1B visas during Trump regime</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-suffers-worst-run-of-daily-deaths-since-coronavirus-pandemic-began-370102" hreflang="en">Brazil suffers worst run of daily deaths since coronavirus pandemic began</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lawmakers-mulling-legislation-to-end-forever-wars-overseas-370103" hreflang="en">US lawmakers mulling authorisation to end 'forever wars' overseas</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;WION Exclusive: What PM Modi's visit to Dhaka means for Bangladesh

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: From the settlement of George Floyd's "wrongful death", to US offering protection to citizens of Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: From the settlement of George Floyd's "wrongful death", to US offering protection to citizens of Myanmar. Click on the headline to read the full story. George Floyd's family receives $27 million settlement from Minneapolis Two New York senators join calls for Cuomo's resignation amid allegations of sexual misconduct Myanmar citizens in US offered temporary refuge from coup crackdown Over 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in US EU slams China over Hong Kong's 'alarming political deterioration' Canada judge rejects Huawei CFO's push to use employee statements as evidence in US extradition case Biden admin to reconsider objections to H1B visas during Trump regime Brazil suffers worst run of daily deaths since coronavirus pandemic began US lawmakers mulling authorisation to end 'forever wars' overseas Watch: WION Exclusive: What PM Modi's visit to Dhaka means for Bangladesh

Morning news brief: US administers 100m vaccines, George Floyd's death settlement set at $27m, and more

US President Joe Biden in a televised speech said &nbsp;he would direct states to make all adults eligible for the coronavirus vaccine by May 1 while urging Americans to get vaccinated and to continue to follow social distancing rules and wear face masks

Meanwhile, a&nbsp;day after a top US commander's warning of a Chinese invasion threat to Taiwan, a US warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Thursday which the US Navy said was the third such voyage since president Joe Biden took office.

Thomas Andrew told the UN Human Rights Council&nbsp;that more than half of those who were killed in Myanmar were under the age of 25.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-eyes-next-stage-of-covid-19-fight-slams-attacks-on-asian-americans-during-pandemic-369816">Biden eyes next stage of Covid-19 fight, slams attacks on Asian Americans during pandemic</a>

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Biden's&nbsp;televised address on Thursday came hours after signing his $1.9 trillion stimulus bill into law -- his first major win in office some 50 days into his administration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/free-and-open-indo-pacific-us-destroyer-transits-through-taiwan-strait-369818">'Free and open Indo-Pacific': US destroyer transits through Taiwan Strait</a>

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The&nbsp;Arleigh Burke-class&nbsp;guided-missile destroyer&nbsp;USS John Finn&nbsp;transited through the Taiwan Strait

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/more-than-half-of-those-murdered-in-myanmar-belong-to-generation-z-un-human-rights-expert-369822">More than half of those murdered in Myanmar belong to Generation Z: UN human rights expert</a>

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Thomas Andrew told the&nbsp;UN Human Rights Council&nbsp;that more than half of those who were killed in Myanmar were under the age of 25.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/more-than-half-of-those-murdered-in-myanmar-belong-to-generation-z-un-human-rights-expert-369822">Homeless man arrested after roaming air base housing Biden's plane for five hours</a>

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The unauthorised intruder at Joint Base Andrews made his way onto a C-40 transport plane on the tarmac, but did not get close to Air Force One or the secretary of defense's dedicated Boeing 747s.

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US President Joe Biden in a televised speech said he would direct states to make all adults eligible for the coronavirus vaccine by May 1 while urging Americans to get vaccinated and to continue to follow social distancing rules and wear face masks Meanwhile, a day after a top US commander's warning of a Chinese invasion threat to Taiwan, a US warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Thursday which the US Navy said was the third such voyage since president Joe Biden took office.

US President Joe Biden in a televised speech said he would direct states to make all adults eligible for the coronavirus vaccine by May 1 while urging Americans to get vaccinated and to continue to follow social distancing rules and wear face masks Meanwhile, a day after a top US commander's warning of a Chinese invasion threat to Taiwan, a US warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Thursday which the US Navy said was the third such voyage since president Joe Biden took office. Thomas Andrew told the UN Human Rights Council that more than half of those who were killed in Myanmar were under the age of 25. Click on headlines to read more Biden eyes next stage of Covid-19 fight, slams attacks on Asian Americans during pandemic Biden's televised address on Thursday came hours after signing his $1.9 trillion stimulus bill into law -- his first major win in office some 50 days into his administration. 'Free and open Indo-Pacific': US destroyer transits through Taiwan Strait The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn transited through the Taiwan Strait More than half of those murdered in Myanmar belong to Generation Z: UN human rights expert Thomas Andrew told the UN Human Rights Council that more than half of those who were killed in Myanmar were under the age of 25. Homeless man arrested after roaming air base housing Biden's plane for five hours The unauthorised intruder at Joint Base Andrews made his way onto a C-40 transport plane on the tarmac, but did not get close to Air Force One or the secretary of defense's dedicated Boeing 747s. Watch: Gravitas - Has India banned Huawei and ZTE?

Morning news brief: US destroyer transits through Taiwan Strait, UN fears 'crimes against humanity' in Myanmar

The UNSC condemmed the continued violence in Myanmar even as the US&nbsp;Treasury Department announced sanctions against two adult children of Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing over the military coup. Meanwhile,&nbsp;in a major victory for US President Joe Biden the US House of Representatives gave final approval to the sweeping $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill&nbsp;

Amid the pandemic, the global nurses' federation has warned of a looming exodus of health workers with at least 3,000 nurses having died due to COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic.

In a startling U-turn, former US President Donald Trump has requested mail-in ballot ahead of local municipal elections in Florida, voting again by mail despite his frequent attacks on voting by mail.

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The&nbsp;United Nations Security Council(UNSC) condemned the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-security-forces-surround-arrest-protesters-as-us-calls-for-withdrawal-369486">Myanmar</a>&nbsp;military's violent crackdown against peaceful anti-coup demonstrators

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bidens-19-trillion-covid-bill-wins-final-approval-in-house-369543">Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid bill wins final approval in House</a>

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The US House of Representatives has given final approval to a sweeping $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mass-traumatization-3000-nurses-killed-by-coronavirus-exodus-looming-says-icn-369545">'Mass traumatization': 3,000 nurses killed by coronavirus, exodus looming, says ICN</a>

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ICN chief executive Howard Catton said the total number of the global workforce of nurses was 27 million with six million short during the pandemic.

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The records from the Palm Beach county supervisor of elections show that a mail-in ballot was mailed to the former president’s permanent residence at&nbsp;Mar-a-Lago.

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The UNSC condemmed the continued violence in Myanmar even as the US Treasury Department announced sanctions against two adult children of Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing over the military coup.

The UNSC condemmed the continued violence in Myanmar even as the US Treasury Department announced sanctions against two adult children of Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing over the military coup. Meanwhile, in a major victory for US President Joe Biden the US House of Representatives gave final approval to the sweeping $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Amid the pandemic, the global nurses' federation has warned of a looming exodus of health workers with at least 3,000 nurses having died due to COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. In a startling U-turn, former US President Donald Trump has requested mail-in ballot ahead of local municipal elections in Florida, voting again by mail despite his frequent attacks on voting by mail. Click on headlines to read more It is time for de-escalation and diplomacy, says China at UN on Myanmar violence The United Nations Security Council(UNSC) condemned the Myanmar military's violent crackdown against peaceful anti-coup demonstrators Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid bill wins final approval in House The US House of Representatives has given final approval to a sweeping $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill 'Mass traumatization': 3,000 nurses killed by coronavirus, exodus looming, says ICN ICN chief executive Howard Catton said the total number of the global workforce of nurses was 27 million with six million short during the pandemic. Now, Trump requests mail-in ballot in Florida The records from the Palm Beach county supervisor of elections show that a mail-in ballot was mailed to the former president’s permanent residence at Mar-a-Lago. Watch- Gravitas: Imran Khan stares at another defeat

Morning news brief: China calls for 'de-escalation' in Myanmar, 3,000 nurses killed by COVID-19 & more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: New York City's governor continues to be in the limelight as another woman accuses him of harassment, while a British-Australian woman claims that Iran tried to recruit her as a spy. In the US, Biden's expansive COVID-19 relief bill is expected to hold in the US Congress.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-summons-eu-delegation-representative-over-completely-false-vaccine-claim-369232" hreflang="en">UK summons EU delegation representative over 'completely false' vaccine claim</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-australian-academic-says-iran-tried-to-recruit-her-as-spy-369233" hreflang="en">British-Australian academic says Iran tried to recruit her as spy</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-citys-public-school-system-perpetuates-racism-a-lawsuit-claims-369234" hreflang="en">New York City's public school system perpetuates racism, a lawsuit claims</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/us-hearing-on-tech-dominance-of-news-outlets-will-include-microsoft-369235" hreflang="en">US hearing on tech dominance of news outlets will include Microsoft</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bidens-19-trillion-covid-package-expected-to-pass-congress-wednesday-369239" hreflang="en">Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid package expected to pass Congress Wednesday</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/honduran-president-hernandez-helped-smuggle-tons-of-cocaine-into-us-claims-prosecutor-369242" hreflang="en">Honduran President Hernandez helped smuggle 'tons of cocaine' into US, claims prosecutor</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-leans-on-china-after-biden-rules-out-vaccines-sharing-in-short-term-369241" hreflang="en">Mexico leans on China after Biden rules out vaccines sharing in short term</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/russia-seeks-apology-from-eu-over-sputnik-v-covid-19-vaccine-369240" hreflang="en">Russia seeks apology from EU over Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: New York City's governor continues to be in the limelight as another woman accuses him of harassment, while a British-Australian woman claims that Iran tried to recruit her as a spy.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: New York City's governor continues to be in the limelight as another woman accuses him of harassment, while a British-Australian woman claims that Iran tried to recruit her as a spy. In the US, Biden's expansive COVID-19 relief bill is expected to hold in the US Congress. Read this and more below. For the full story, click on the headline. Sixth woman accuses New York governor Cuomo of harassment UK summons EU delegation representative over 'completely false' vaccine claim British-Australian academic says Iran tried to recruit her as spy New York City's public school system perpetuates racism, a lawsuit claims US hearing on tech dominance of news outlets will include Microsoft Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid package expected to pass Congress Wednesday Honduran President Hernandez helped smuggle 'tons of cocaine' into US, claims prosecutor Mexico leans on China after Biden rules out vaccines sharing in short term Watch: Russia seeks apology from EU over Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine

Morning news brief: Biden's COVID bill expected to pass in Congress, Honduran president accused of smuggling drugs, and more

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Protesters in Myanmar continue to rage, White House releases statement on UK's Royal Family drama, CDC says vaccinated people may stop wearing masks, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/anti-coup-protesters-barricaded-in-buildings-by-myanmar-security-forces-in-yangon-un-368990" hreflang="en">Anti-coup protesters 'barricaded' in buildings by Myanmar security forces in Yangon: UN</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/people-who-have-been-vaccinated-can-meet-other-vaccinated-people-without-masks-cdc-368992" hreflang="en">People who have been vaccinated can meet other vaccinated people without masks: CDC</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-supreme-court-judge-clears-ex-president-lula-of-corruption-charges-368999" hreflang="en">Brazil Supreme Court judge clears ex-president Lula of corruption charges</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-syringes-no-beds-paraguay-protests-build-amid-impeachment-calls-368993" hreflang="en">'No syringes, no beds': Paraguay protests build amid impeachment calls</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-hopes-us-will-remove-unreasonable-curbs-on-cooperation-368994" hreflang="en">China says hopes US will remove 'unreasonable' curbs on cooperation</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/japan-downgrades-fourth-quarter-gdp-as-companies-scale-back-spending-368995" hreflang="en">Japan downgrades fourth-quarter GDP as companies scale back spending</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-risking-lives-by-running-disinformation-campaign-against-vaccines-us-369006" hreflang="en">Russia risking lives by running disinformation campaign against vaccines: US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harry-meghan-show-courage-in-airing-mental-health-struggles-white-house-369007" hreflang="en">Harry, Meghan show 'courage' in airing mental struggles: White House</a>

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Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Protesters in Myanmar continue to rage, White House releases statement on UK's Royal Family drama, CDC says vaccinated people may stop wearing masks, and more.

Here are the biggest news stories of the morning: Protesters in Myanmar continue to rage, White House releases statement on UK's Royal Family drama, CDC says vaccinated people may stop wearing masks, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story. Anti-coup protesters 'barricaded' in buildings by Myanmar security forces in Yangon: UN People who have been vaccinated can meet other vaccinated people without masks: CDC Brazil Supreme Court judge clears ex-president Lula of corruption charges 'No syringes, no beds': Paraguay protests build amid impeachment calls China says hopes US will remove 'unreasonable' curbs on cooperation Japan downgrades fourth-quarter GDP as companies scale back spending Russia risking lives by running disinformation campaign against vaccines: US Harry, Meghan show 'courage' in airing mental struggles: White House Watch: After 2 months of home learning UK students back to school

Morning news brief: Brazil clears ex-prez of corruption charges, CDC issues fresh mask guidelines, and more

Biggest news stories of the morning: Houthi rebels targets Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities, 20 dead in a blast in Equitorial Guniea, Swiss voters back facial coverings, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yemens-houthi-rebels-target-saudi-arabias-aramco-oil-facilities-368713" hreflang="en">Yemen's Houthi rebels target Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-20-dead-several-hundred-injured-in-blast-in-equatorial-guinea-368715" hreflang="en">At least 20 dead, several hundred injured in blast in Equatorial Guinea</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swiss-voters-back-facial-coverings-in-burqa-ban-vote-368719" hreflang="en">Swiss voters back facial coverings in 'burqa ban' vote</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-regulator-urges-caution-on-sputnik-v-russias-coronavirus-vaccine-368720" hreflang="en">EU regulator urges caution on Sputnik V, Russia's coronavirus vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-do-whats-necessary-after-iraq-rocket-attack-pentagon-chief-368702" hreflang="en">US will do 'what's necessary' after Iraq rocket attack: Pentagon chief</a>

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Biggest news stories of the morning: Houthi rebels targets Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities, 20 dead in a blast in Equitorial Guniea, Swiss voters back facial coverings, and more.

Biggest news stories of the morning: Houthi rebels targets Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities, 20 dead in a blast in Equitorial Guniea, Swiss voters back facial coverings, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story. Yemen's Houthi rebels target Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities At least 20 dead, several hundred injured in blast in Equatorial Guinea Swiss voters back facial coverings in 'burqa ban' vote EU regulator urges caution on Sputnik V, Russia's coronavirus vaccine US will do 'what's necessary' after Iraq rocket attack: Pentagon chief Watch: Chinese Foreign Wang Yi Minister defends Hong Kong reform

Morning news brief: Houthis target Aramco facilities, EU urges caution on Sputnik V, and more

US Senate on Sunday passed President Joe Biden's USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. This will give most Americans a one time payment of USD 1400 and more help. Meanwhile, Pope Francis is getting ready to meet Iraqi Christians who suffered during Islamic State's rule. Read this and more in our morning news brief.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senate-passes-bidens-19-trillion-covid-bill-on-party-line-vote-368516">US Senate passes Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid bill on party-line vote</a>

The Senate voted 50-49, with no Republicans voting in favor, on what would be one of the largest stimulus packages in U.S. history.

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Trump is, meanwhile, is using his Save America SuperPAC to raise money to assist the Republican candidates for 2022 congressional candidates

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On Saturday, Pope Francis commented on use of religion by terrorists.

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US Senate on Sunday passed President Joe Biden's USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. This will give most Americans a one time payment of USD 1400 and more help.

US Senate on Sunday passed President Joe Biden's USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. This will give most Americans a one time payment of USD 1400 and more help. Meanwhile, Pope Francis is getting ready to meet Iraqi Christians who suffered during Islamic State's rule. Read this and more in our morning news brief. US Senate passes Biden's $1.9 trillion Covid bill on party-line vote The Senate voted 50-49, with no Republicans voting in favor, on what would be one of the largest stimulus packages in U.S. history. Donald Trump asks Republicans to stop using his name to raise funds Trump is, meanwhile, is using his Save America SuperPAC to raise money to assist the Republican candidates for 2022 congressional candidates Pope to meet Iraqi Christians who suffered under IS On Saturday, Pope Francis commented on use of religion by terrorists. US agency probes Facebook for alleged racial bias × China's polar silk road by 2025? ×

Morning news brief: US Senate passes COVID bill, Pope in Iraq, more

US on Saturday condemned China's fresh moves to tighten control over Hong Kong as a 'direct attack' on its autonomy. China has introduced legislation in its rubber-stamp parliament that will allow it to vet candidates that take part in elections in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, a suicide car bomb killed at least 20 in Somalian capital. Read this and more in our morning news brief.

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In yet another indication of it wanting to tighten control on Hong Kong, China introduced legislation to vet all election candidates in Hong Kong

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US on Saturday condemned China's fresh moves to tighten control over Hong Kong as a 'direct attack' on its autonomy. China has introduced legislation in its rubber-stamp parliament that will allow it to vet candidates that take part in elections in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, a suicide car bomb killed at least 20 in Somalian capital. Read this and more in our morning news brief. China's moves against Hong Kong 'direct attack' on autonomy: US In yet another indication of it wanting to tighten control on Hong Kong, China introduced legislation to vet all election candidates in Hong Kong At least 20 killed by suicide car bomb in Somalian capital The blast sent plumes of smoke into the sky and triggered gunfire, witnesses and state-owned media reported UK finds missing case of Brazil variant, claims no sign it has spread English health authorities have tracked down a previously-unidentified person who tested positive for a variant of COVID-19 first identified in northern Brazil, and said there were no signs the person had spread the virus As Democrats in US Senate reach compromise, Biden's new coronavirus bill back on track The deal will actually scale down the intensity of unemployment benefits that were put forward in the version of bill which passed the House of Representatives last week Gravitas: Xi Jinping has an ambitious agenda for 2021 ×

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China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

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As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021.

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New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-blocks-export-of-oxford-astrazeneca-vaccine-shipment-to-australia-368096">Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia</a>

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The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses.&nbsp;

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As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog.

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YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced.&nbsp;

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China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours. Click on headlines to read more China's military budget to rise 6.8% this year, GDP target at above 6% As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong offshore earthquakes New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours. Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses. Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog. Donald Trump's account will be back on YouTube once 'risk of violence' reduces YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced. Watch |

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The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

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International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50.&nbsp;

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SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

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Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda.

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With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-to-seek-vote-of-confidence-after-senate-election-defeat-367799">Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat</a>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neanderthal-thinking-joe-biden-slams-texas-mississippi-for-dropping-mask-wearing-requirements-367811">'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50.

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Click on headlines to read more 'Only today, 38 people died': US condemns 'brutal violence' by Myanmar military International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50. SpaceX rocket explodes on ground SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Swedish police probe stabbing incident as 'terror motive' after 8 injured Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda. 'Alarming' situation in Brazil as record Covid-19 death toll seen for second straight day With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll. Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad. 'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

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

The Kremlin has warned that&nbsp;US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile&nbsp;in the US, President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has faced a big blow as his&nbsp;budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

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According to officials, the United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Moscow was behind the near-fatal nerve agent attack on Navalny last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-bidens-budget-chief-pick-neera-tanden-withdraws-from-race-after-senate-pushback-367528">Joe Biden's budget chief pick, Neera Tanden, withdraws from race</a>

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Tanden withdrew her name after majority Republicans refused last week to vote for her citing her personal tweets, attacking members of both parties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-in-us-masks-no-longer-compulsory-in-texas-despite-warnings-367530">Coronavirus in US: Masks no longer compulsory in Texas despite warnings</a>

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The latest announcements come as President Joe Biden's administration insists on not dropping the measures such as wearing masks and maintaining social distancing to avoid the novel coronavirus.

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The Kremlin has warned that US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile in the US, President Joe Biden has faced a big blow as his budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-official-says-who-needs-to-dig-deeper-on-virus-origins-365454">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter.

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US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times.

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At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya.

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Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such.

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.

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

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After days of talks, the IAEA&nbsp;has struck a deal with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reiterates-stance-says-us-must-first-lift-sanctions-before-talks-to-revive-2015-deal-365245">Iran</a>. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-strikes-temporary-solution-with-iaea-over-nuclear-inspection-365285" hreflang="en">Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection</a>

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Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras.&nbsp;

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After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-britain-aims-to-vaccinate-all-adults-by-july-end-365154">British</a>&nbsp;PM&nbsp;Boris Johnson&nbsp;is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-aviation-body-orders-special-inspections-of-some-boeing-777s-after-united-airlines-incident-365290">US aviation body orders special inspections of some Boeing 777s</a>

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FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/libyas-interior-minister-survives-assassination-attempt-365292" hreflang="en">Libya's interior minister survives assassination attempt</a>

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As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources.

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After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

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

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Facebook has deleted the main page of Myanmar military. The action has come just a day after two protesters were killed in police shooting. Use of lethal violence in Myanmar has also seen a condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is scheduled to speak for the first time since he left office of US President. Read this and more in our morning news brief.

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Facebook's action has come just a day after two protesters were killed after police opened fire at a demonstration

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Two people were shot and killed and 20 were wounded on Saturday

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Facebook has deleted the main page of Myanmar military. The action has come just a day after two protesters were killed in police shooting. Use of lethal violence in Myanmar has also seen a condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Facebook has deleted the main page of Myanmar military. The action has come just a day after two protesters were killed in police shooting. Use of lethal violence in Myanmar has also seen a condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is scheduled to speak for the first time since he left office of US President. Read this and more in our morning news brief. Facebook deletes main page of Myanmar military Facebook's action has come just a day after two protesters were killed after police opened fire at a demonstration Donald Trump to appear for first post-White House speech in CPAC After his historic defeat and a follow-up of unverified allegations and riots, Trump will talk about the future of the Republican Party UN condemns use of 'lethal force' in Myanmar Two people were shot and killed and 20 were wounded on Saturday United Airlines' engine catches fire mid-air; debris falls on houses in Colorado Shortly after take-off, the plane's right-side engine experienced a fault which resulted in a fire in the engine UN's nuclear watchdog chief arrives in Tehran, Iran ×

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