Saudi Arabia has reshuffled its cabinet. The King has appointed three of his sons to major ministries. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is the Kingdom's new Prime Minister, a role that was held by the king himself. The second son has been promoted as defense minister and the third son will be looking after the energy ministry.

Saudi Arabia: Crown prince MBS appointed as the new Prime Minister

Chinese president Xi Jinping reappeared on state television on Tuesday after several days of absence from public view, that its sparked rumors about his political circumstances. Jingping's appearance comes 11 days after returning from the Shanghai Corporation organization summit.

Chinese Prez Xi Jinping appears in public for the first time since SCO summit

The referendums in Ukraine are done, and as hurriedly the votes were announced by Russia the results too came with lightning speed and there are no surprises here, Kremlin-backed proxies have claimed overwhelming victory. Russia has announced the results and claims victory in all four regions.

Referendum votes: Moscow claims victory in all regions; 'No point talking to Putin,' states Zelensky

In pics | Devastating hurricane Ian hits Cuba, heading towards Florida

UK's Pound is on a free fall, its value against the dollar has decreased and the foreign reserves are also depleting fast. Economic challenges faced by UK are immense and even Asian nations including India and Bangladesh are far better positioned than UK.

WION Business News | Foreign exchange reserves: Asian nations better positioned than the UK

General Motors on Tuesday said it will not mandate workers return to offices before 2023 after it had told them on Friday that they would be expected to work three days on-campus each week later this year.

WION Business News| General Motors is conducting damage control, delays return-to-work plans to 2023

Lebanon is in the midst of an economic crisis, 80% of the population has been pushed into poverty, it has also left public schools shuttered. Teachers are waging an open-ended strike over their devalued salaries.

Public schools in Lebanon underfunded, teachers strike over devalued wages

The world seems to be inching back towards nuclear sabre-rattling years after gingerly stepped back from the edge of a global disaster after the cold war, foes are the same Russia and the West. Moscow has once again warned that the use of nuclear weapons has not been ruled out.

Europe is probing cause of leaks in Nord Stream pipeline

Marking a historic shift towards increased transparency, all constitutional bench hearings before India's Supreme Court will now be live-streamed.

Live Streaming of proceedings: India's push for transparency in judiciary

Individuals and companies that suffer harm from drones, robots and other products or services equipped with artificial intelligence software will find it easier to sue for compensation under EU draft rules seen by Reuters.

The AI Liability Directive, which the European Commission will announce on Wednesday, aims to address the increasing proliferation of AI-enabled products and services and the patchwork of national rules across the 27-country European Union.

Victims can sue for compensation for harm to their life, property, health and privacy due to the fault or omission of a provider, developer or user of AI technology or was discriminated in a recruitment process using AI, the draft rules said.

The rules seek to lighten the burden of proof on victims by introducing a "presumption of causality", which means victims only need to show that a manufacturer or user's failure to comply with certain requirements caused the harm and then link this to the AI technology in their lawsuit.

Under a "right of access to evidence", victims can ask a court to order companies and suppliers to provide information about high-risk AI systems so that they can identify the liable person and find out what went wrong.

The EU executive will on Wednesday also update the Product Liability Directive which sets out the scope of manufacturers' liability for defective products ranging from smart technology to machinery and to pharmaceuticals.

The proposed changes will allow users to sue for compensation when software updates render their smart-home products unsafe or when manufacturers fail to fix cybersecurity gaps.

Users with unsafe non-EU products will be able to sue the manufacturer's EU representative for compensation.

The AI Liability Directive will need the green light from EU countries and EU lawmakers before it can become law.

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Individuals and companies that suffer harm from drones, robots and other products or services equipped with artificial intelligence software will find it easier to sue for compensation under EU draft rules seen by Reuters.

Individuals and companies that suffer harm from drones, robots and other products or services equipped with artificial intelligence software will find it easier to sue for compensation under EU draft rules seen by Reuters. The AI Liability Directive, which the European Commission will announce on Wednesday, aims to address the increasing proliferation of AI-enabled products and services and the patchwork of national rules across the 27-country European Union. Victims can sue for compensation for harm to their life, property, health and privacy due to the fault or omission of a provider, developer or user of AI technology or was discriminated in a recruitment process using AI, the draft rules said. The rules seek to lighten the burden of proof on victims by introducing a "presumption of causality", which means victims only need to show that a manufacturer or user's failure to comply with certain requirements caused the harm and then link this to the AI technology in their lawsuit. Under a "right of access to evidence", victims can ask a court to order companies and suppliers to provide information about high-risk AI systems so that they can identify the liable person and find out what went wrong. The EU executive will on Wednesday also update the Product Liability Directive which sets out the scope of manufacturers' liability for defective products ranging from smart technology to machinery and to pharmaceuticals. The proposed changes will allow users to sue for compensation when software updates render their smart-home products unsafe or when manufacturers fail to fix cybersecurity gaps. Users with unsafe non-EU products will be able to sue the manufacturer's EU representative for compensation. The AI Liability Directive will need the green light from EU countries and EU lawmakers before it can become law. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

European Union draft rules to make it easier to sue drone makers, AI systems

Unexplained gas leaks detected in the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines from Russia to Germany have prompted investigations by European countries into the cause amid fear of possible sabotage.

Russia seeks probe into leakage in Nord stream pipelines; NATO allies hint at 'act of sabotage'

There is a total electricity blackout in Cuba after strong winds and heavy rains broke down the country's main power system. The electric union says that the work is underway to gradually restore services after 11 million people were left without power last night.

WION Climate Tracker | Hurricane Ian: Cuba's main electricity grid goes offline, 11 mn people left without power

The S&P 500 fell Tuesday, after struggling to hold onto gains as investors remained wary of making big bets on stocks.

WION Business News | S&P 500 falls as tech struggles to hold gains

Have you been through a tough breakup, the kind which left you feeling physically drained, so much so that you didn't have the energy to go to work? Did you wish you could take a leave of absence for the heartbreak similar to the one offered for sick days? If your answer is yes, you are not alone.

Recently, a heartbroken woman sparked a heated debate online by asking the internet if it's acceptable to take time off work to deal with a breakup.

The question was posted on a UK-based website called 'Mumsnet' which describes itself as "a website where parents could swap advice about not just holidays but all the other stuff parents talk about."

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Posted anonymously the user wrote "I'm going through a horrible relationship break down. We were together a long time and we have a young child (under two). I am heartbroken and I wake up every day and burst into tears straight away when the reality of my life hits."

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She further talks of her previous less-than-perfect attendance due to physical ailments she suffers from and asks "Help, please? Can I be off work for this? Do people take time off for relationship breakdowns when they are feeling like I am?."

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Her question has had many replies, while some users were sympathetic, others were not and told her she needed to 'adult up' instead of wallowing in self-pity.&nbsp;

The question seems to have been taken down, but the dilemma it poses stays.&nbsp;

A 2010 study published in the National Library of Medicine says "Romantic rejection causes a profound sense of loss and negative affect. It can induce clinical depression and in extreme cases lead to suicide and/or homicide."

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Multiple studies claim that the emotional anguish of loss is registered by the brain in the same manner as physical pain. This might explain why you could get the sensation that your heartbreak is physically hurting you.

The phrases "it is gut wrenching," or "like a slap in the face" might actually hold some weight.&nbsp;So what do you think? Should there be a "heartbreak leave" and would it help in the long run?

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Have you been through a tough breakup, the kind which left you feeling physically drained, so much so that you didn't have the energy to go to work? Did you wish you could take a leave of absence for the heartbreak similar to the one offered for sick days?

Have you been through a tough breakup, the kind which left you feeling physically drained, so much so that you didn't have the energy to go to work? Did you wish you could take a leave of absence for the heartbreak similar to the one offered for sick days? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. Recently, a heartbroken woman sparked a heated debate online by asking the internet if it's acceptable to take time off work to deal with a breakup. The question was posted on a UK-based website called 'Mumsnet' which describes itself as "a website where parents could swap advice about not just holidays but all the other stuff parents talk about." Watch | Gravitas | Study: Older women are more likely to get their heart broken Posted anonymously the user wrote "I'm going through a horrible relationship break down. We were together a long time and we have a young child (under two). I am heartbroken and I wake up every day and burst into tears straight away when the reality of my life hits." Image courtesy: Daily Mail UK She further talks of her previous less-than-perfect attendance due to physical ailments she suffers from and asks "Help, please? Can I be off work for this? Do people take time off for relationship breakdowns when they are feeling like I am?." Also read | Humans yet to set foot on Mars, but the red planet is already 'littered' with 7000 kg of our trash Her question has had many replies, while some users were sympathetic, others were not and told her she needed to 'adult up' instead of wallowing in self-pity. The question seems to have been taken down, but the dilemma it poses stays. A 2010 study published in the National Library of Medicine says "Romantic rejection causes a profound sense of loss and negative affect. It can induce clinical depression and in extreme cases lead to suicide and/or homicide." Also read | Experts issue warning after TikTok's latest 'one chip challenge' lands schoolkid in hospital with seizures Multiple studies claim that the emotional anguish of loss is registered by the brain in the same manner as physical pain. This might explain why you could get the sensation that your heartbreak is physically hurting you. The phrases "it is gut wrenching," or "like a slap in the face" might actually hold some weight. So what do you think? Should there be a "heartbreak leave" and would it help in the long run? (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Woman asks if she can take time off work after breakup. Do you think there should be a 'heartbreak leave'?

In an extraordinary rehearsal for the day when a rock threatens Earth, a NASA spacecraft successfully crashed into an asteroid at breakneck speed on Monday.

NASA's Dart mission: The world's first planetary defence

TikTok could face a 27 million-pound ($29 million) fine in the Britain over a possible breach of data protection law by failing to protect children's privacy when they are using the video-sharing platform.

WION Business News | TikTok fails to protect children's policy, UK to fine video-sharing platform

Seeking to fight the recent Covid subvariants of Omicron, US pharma&nbsp;giant Pfizer on Monday sought emergency authorisation for its COVID-19 booster dose for school-age children aged 5 to 11.&nbsp;

In its request to the &nbsp;US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pfizer and its vaccine development partner, the German firm BioNTech, sought for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a 10-microgramme dose of the vaccine. The booster shot targets the original Covid strain as well as the Omicron variant and its subsequent BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants.

According to studies, the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants currently make up nearly 90 per cent&nbsp;of all new cases in the&nbsp;US. If the bivalent&nbsp;booster is authorised by the FDA, it will need to clear one last hurdle of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), which is USA's main federal health agency.&nbsp;

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Currently, US FDA has authorised a 15 microgrammes bivalent booster dose of the vaccine to anyone 12 years old or older.&nbsp;

While the Covid cases are waning in the country, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf believes that the US may "enter yet another surge as we spend more time indoors later this fall and winter."

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According to data released by the CDCP, over 616 million vaccine doses have been administered across the USA till now. Meanwhile, over 1.24 million children above the age of five have been inoculated with at least one dose since June 18, 2022. As for the booster shots, 4.4 million people in the states have received the updated booster dose.&nbsp;

The two companies&nbsp;also earmarked that they will be applying for a similar approval for the European continent in the coming days.&nbsp;

"An application to extend the Omicron BA.4/BA.5-adapted bivalent vaccine marketing authorization to include children ages 5 through 11 years will be submitted to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) in the coming days," read the joint statement from Pfizer and BioNTech.&nbsp;

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Seeking to fight the recent Covid subvariants of Omicron, US pharma giant Pfizer on Monday sought emergency authorisation for its COVID-19 booster dose for school-age children aged 5 to 11.

Seeking to fight the recent Covid subvariants of Omicron, US pharma giant Pfizer on Monday sought emergency authorisation for its COVID-19 booster dose for school-age children aged 5 to 11. In its request to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pfizer and its vaccine development partner, the German firm BioNTech, sought for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a 10-microgramme dose of the vaccine. The booster shot targets the original Covid strain as well as the Omicron variant and its subsequent BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants. According to studies, the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants currently make up nearly 90 per cent of all new cases in the US. If the bivalent booster is authorised by the FDA, it will need to clear one last hurdle of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), which is USA's main federal health agency. Read more: What is Khosta-2, the 'vaccine-resistant' severe Covid-like virus scientific community is panicking about? Currently, US FDA has authorised a 15 microgrammes bivalent booster dose of the vaccine to anyone 12 years old or older. While the Covid cases are waning in the country, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf believes that the US may "enter yet another surge as we spend more time indoors later this fall and winter." Read more: US approves Moderna and Pfizer shots targeting omicron variant of Covid According to data released by the CDCP, over 616 million vaccine doses have been administered across the USA till now. Meanwhile, over 1.24 million children above the age of five have been inoculated with at least one dose since June 18, 2022. As for the booster shots, 4.4 million people in the states have received the updated booster dose. The two companies also earmarked that they will be applying for a similar approval for the European continent in the coming days. "An application to extend the Omicron BA.4/BA.5-adapted bivalent vaccine marketing authorization to include children ages 5 through 11 years will be submitted to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) in the coming days," read the joint statement from Pfizer and BioNTech. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Pfizer-BioNTech file for emergency use approval for its Covid booster for children aged 5-11

There is a surge in US house prices and one major factor for this price rise is the shift to Work From Home culture. This culture has driven more than half of increase in house and rent prices during pandemic, it will likely drive a cost and inflation going forward as well.

WION Business News | 'Work From Home' culture drives over 60% of house-price surge

The cost of charging an electric car has surged due to soaring energy prices, prompting fears it will put off drivers from buying them, the RAC stated. UK plans to ban the sale of new fossil fuel cars after 2035.

WION Business News | Rising cost of EV charging add to the woes of the Brits

Electric flying taxis can now become a reality in India too. Urban air mobility player FlyBlade India has inked an MOU with Embrear’s Eve Air Mobility to bring at least 200 electric vertical take-off and landing to India by 2026.

WION Business News | Electric air taxis ready for takeoff in India

A court has revealed that a superyacht connected to a sanctioned Russian businessman sold for $37.5 million at auction in Gibraltar last month after being ordered to do so by creditor JP Morgan. This was the first such sale since Russia invaded Ukraine.&nbsp;

The authorities in Gibraltar seized the 72.5-meter Axioma in March after a U.S. bank claimed that its purported owner, a business run by Dmitry Pumpyansky, had broken the terms of a 20.5 million euro loan.&nbsp;

An unnamed buyer had been chosen, according to the Office of Admiralty Marshal, a division of Gibraltar's Supreme Court charged with organising the auction in August.

The $37,500,055 in sales profits will be used to pay off the ship's debts to creditors, and anyone with additional claims must make them within the next 60 days, according to a statement. It further said that the court would decide what to do with any leftover money.&nbsp;

Pumpyansky, 58, served as the owner and chairman of OAO TMK, a supplier of steel pipes to the Russian energy giant Gazprom, until March.&nbsp;

According to Forbes magazine, he is worth an estimated $2 billion. Shortly after the invasion of Ukraine, Britain and the EU imposed sanctions on him.

JP Morgan said it lent 20.5 million euros to Pyrene Investments Ltd, a company listed in the British Virgin Islands and owned by Furdberg Holding Ltd, according to court documents examined by Reuters. Pumpyansky, owner of Furdberg, served as the loan's guarantee.&nbsp;

According to the documents, Pyrene Investments broke the terms of the loan after Pumpyansky transferred his interests in Furdberg to a third party on March 4 and was subsequently fined, preventing the loan's repayment. The papers said that the Axioma had served as loan collateral.&nbsp;

Pumpyansky is not known to have made any public remarks regarding who owned the yacht, and Reuters was unable to get in touch with him.

The yacht's sale, which included a swimming pool, spa, and 3D theatre, attracted a lot of attention because it was the first of many yachts associated with sanctioned Russian business leaders that were seized globally, primarily by governments and as a result of sanctions related to the Ukraine conflict.

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A court has revealed that a superyacht connected to a sanctioned Russian businessman sold for $37.5 million at auction in Gibraltar last month after being ordered to do so by creditor JP Morgan.

A court has revealed that a superyacht connected to a sanctioned Russian businessman sold for $37.5 million at auction in Gibraltar last month after being ordered to do so by creditor JP Morgan. This was the first such sale since Russia invaded Ukraine. The authorities in Gibraltar seized the 72.5-meter Axioma in March after a U.S. bank claimed that its purported owner, a business run by Dmitry Pumpyansky, had broken the terms of a 20.5 million euro loan. An unnamed buyer had been chosen, according to the Office of Admiralty Marshal, a division of Gibraltar's Supreme Court charged with organising the auction in August. The $37,500,055 in sales profits will be used to pay off the ship's debts to creditors, and anyone with additional claims must make them within the next 60 days, according to a statement. It further said that the court would decide what to do with any leftover money. Pumpyansky, 58, served as the owner and chairman of OAO TMK, a supplier of steel pipes to the Russian energy giant Gazprom, until March. According to Forbes magazine, he is worth an estimated $2 billion. Shortly after the invasion of Ukraine, Britain and the EU imposed sanctions on him. JP Morgan said it lent 20.5 million euros to Pyrene Investments Ltd, a company listed in the British Virgin Islands and owned by Furdberg Holding Ltd, according to court documents examined by Reuters. Pumpyansky, owner of Furdberg, served as the loan's guarantee. According to the documents, Pyrene Investments broke the terms of the loan after Pumpyansky transferred his interests in Furdberg to a third party on March 4 and was subsequently fined, preventing the loan's repayment. The papers said that the Axioma had served as loan collateral. Pumpyansky is not known to have made any public remarks regarding who owned the yacht, and Reuters was unable to get in touch with him. The yacht's sale, which included a swimming pool, spa, and 3D theatre, attracted a lot of attention because it was the first of many yachts associated with sanctioned Russian business leaders that were seized globally, primarily by governments and as a result of sanctions related to the Ukraine conflict. (with inputs from agencies)

Superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian fetched $37.5 million at auction in Gibraltar

United States has wired an additional 10 million dollar aid to flood-hit Pakistan. The announcement came after US secretary of state Antony Blinken met Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

'We are here for Pakistan,' US pledges $10 million in flood aid

The government said Tuesday that abortion up to 20 weeks will be permitted in Thailand, easing restrictions on pregnant people's access to the previously prohibited medical practice.&nbsp;

Up until February of last year, when it was made permissible for pregnant women up to 12 weeks, abortions were still prohibited in the kingdom, save in cases of rape or threats to the mother's life.&nbsp;

However, the country with a majority of Buddhists still views abortion with great stigma as a result of a 2010 incident in which 2,000 unlawfully aborted foetuses were found in a temple.&nbsp;

According to a government statement released on Tuesday, terminations of up to 20 weeks would now be allowed and "the termination will not count as a crime."

Abortion used to be illegal and may result in a fine of up to 10,000 baht ($263), up to six months in jail, or both.&nbsp;

Women seeking legal abortions who are above 12 weeks pregnant but under 20 weeks must meet specific requirements, according to a notice published in the Royal Gazette on Monday.&nbsp;

In accordance with the government's official statement, individuals in this group must "consult with medical consultants so that the woman has all of the information before she decides to terminate the pregnancy."&nbsp;

Despite the law's amendment in February of last year, access to abortions is still severely restricted throughout the kingdom.

According to Traisuree Traisoranakul, a deputy government spokesperson, women seeking abortions must be handled respectfully and in absolute confidence.&nbsp;

She continued by saying that they needed to be given all the medical data and shouldn't be under any pressure to make a choice.&nbsp;

30 days after the notification is published, the new law will take effect.

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The government said Tuesday that abortion up to 20 weeks will be permitted in Thailand, easing restrictions on pregnant people's access to the previously prohibited medical practice.

The government said Tuesday that abortion up to 20 weeks will be permitted in Thailand, easing restrictions on pregnant people's access to the previously prohibited medical practice. Up until February of last year, when it was made permissible for pregnant women up to 12 weeks, abortions were still prohibited in the kingdom, save in cases of rape or threats to the mother's life. However, the country with a majority of Buddhists still views abortion with great stigma as a result of a 2010 incident in which 2,000 unlawfully aborted foetuses were found in a temple. According to a government statement released on Tuesday, terminations of up to 20 weeks would now be allowed and "the termination will not count as a crime." Abortion used to be illegal and may result in a fine of up to 10,000 baht ($263), up to six months in jail, or both. Women seeking legal abortions who are above 12 weeks pregnant but under 20 weeks must meet specific requirements, according to a notice published in the Royal Gazette on Monday. In accordance with the government's official statement, individuals in this group must "consult with medical consultants so that the woman has all of the information before she decides to terminate the pregnancy." Despite the law's amendment in February of last year, access to abortions is still severely restricted throughout the kingdom. According to Traisuree Traisoranakul, a deputy government spokesperson, women seeking abortions must be handled respectfully and in absolute confidence. She continued by saying that they needed to be given all the medical data and shouldn't be under any pressure to make a choice. 30 days after the notification is published, the new law will take effect. (with inputs from agencies)

Terminating pregnancy up to 20 weeks 'will not count as crime' in Thailand

'Love is love': Countries where same-sex marriage and surrogacy is legal

President Joe Biden will host his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron at the White House on December 1 for the first full-scale state visit of his administration, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Monday.

The visit will "underscore the deep and enduring relationship between the United States and France, our oldest ally," Jean-Pierre told reporters at the White House.&nbsp;

State visits, which feature more pomp and ceremony than the frequent bilateral meetings hosted by US presidents for foreign leaders, have not taken place so far during Biden's presidency, which Jean-Pierre attributed to Covid pandemic restrictions.

Asked why Macron had been chosen for the honour ahead of other US allies, Jean-Pierre said "we deeply value our relationship with France."

The link between the two countries is "founded on shared democratic values, economic ties, and defense and security cooperation," she said.

Relations between Paris and Washington hit a major crisis last year when Australia abruptly announced it was ditching a contract to buy conventional French submarines in favour of a US nuclear-powered submarine deal.

The US-Australia deal was part of the newly launched AUKUS security partnership, also including Britain, which Washington sees as part of its strategy to contain China in the Asia-Pacific region.

However, the French government was furious, accusing Australia of "lying" and recalling its ambassadors to Canberra and Washington.

However, tensions have since smoothed over, with Macron emerging as a key European partner for Biden in the response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the unprecedented Western effort to help Ukrainian troops.

A source in the French presidency said the visit, culminating with a state dinner, will "underline the deep and enduring relations," including on "close cooperation in defense and security areas."

Biden and Macron met most recently at the United Nations General Assembly last week in New York and have also had "multiple conversations" over the last year and a half, Jean-Pierre said.

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President Joe Biden will host his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron at the White House on December 1 for the first full-scale state visit of his administration, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Monday.

President Joe Biden will host his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron at the White House on December 1 for the first full-scale state visit of his administration, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Monday. The visit will "underscore the deep and enduring relationship between the United States and France, our oldest ally," Jean-Pierre told reporters at the White House. State visits, which feature more pomp and ceremony than the frequent bilateral meetings hosted by US presidents for foreign leaders, have not taken place so far during Biden's presidency, which Jean-Pierre attributed to Covid pandemic restrictions. Asked why Macron had been chosen for the honour ahead of other US allies, Jean-Pierre said "we deeply value our relationship with France." The link between the two countries is "founded on shared democratic values, economic ties, and defense and security cooperation," she said. Relations between Paris and Washington hit a major crisis last year when Australia abruptly announced it was ditching a contract to buy conventional French submarines in favour of a US nuclear-powered submarine deal. The US-Australia deal was part of the newly launched AUKUS security partnership, also including Britain, which Washington sees as part of its strategy to contain China in the Asia-Pacific region. However, the French government was furious, accusing Australia of "lying" and recalling its ambassadors to Canberra and Washington. However, tensions have since smoothed over, with Macron emerging as a key European partner for Biden in the response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the unprecedented Western effort to help Ukrainian troops. A source in the French presidency said the visit, culminating with a state dinner, will "underline the deep and enduring relations," including on "close cooperation in defense and security areas." Biden and Macron met most recently at the United Nations General Assembly last week in New York and have also had "multiple conversations" over the last year and a half, Jean-Pierre said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Joe Biden to host Emmanuel Macron for the first state visit of his presidency

Global tourism is recovering fast post-Covid lockdowns but Asian tourists are only expected to resume international travel by 2024.

Covid restrictions hit tourists travelling from China | World Tourism Day

Longest serving Prime Minister Shinzo Abe had his State funeral today. Abe's ashes were placed in the center of proceedings for guests to pay their respects that was followed by a guard of honour with 19 rounds of cannon fire around 20,000 policemen were deployed around the venue.

Japan: State funeral for Shinzo Abe in Tokyo, cost around $12 million

Nicki Minaj voices her displeasure with YouTube, after the video platform puts an age restriction on her song "Likkle Miss Remix."

WION Fineprint | Nicki Minaj slams YouTube for putting an age restriction on her latest video

Thousands of Russian men are fleeing into neighboring countries to avoid being called up to fight in the war in Ukraine. A miles long line was seen at the Russia-Georgia border with young men leaving their families behind after President Vladimir Putin announced partial mobilization, here's a report for more details.

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How do you draw attention to the fact that the government promised you aid but never delivered it? The answer to that is "do something that can grab eyeballs".&nbsp;That's exactly what some organisations have done in India's western state of Gujarat.&nbsp;

Tired of waiting for promised government aid, charitable organisations that operate cattle shelters in Gujarat, have released thousands of cows onto government offices. Videos of the incident have now gone viral.

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According to reports, cattle have recently taken over roadways, local courts, and government structures in several districts of Gujarat.

BBC reports that the Gujarat state government's budget for this year included $61 million (INR 5 billion) for the upkeep of cow shelters and ageing animals. However, shelter managers claim that they are yet to receive any aid.

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They said that they feel "cheated" and that in spite of making numerous official petitions, no solutions had been provided.

According to The Indian Express, about 1,750 charitable trust-run cowsheds that house more than 450,000 cattle, participated in the protest.

"BJP-ruled states like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand are providing support. Even Congress-ruled Rajasthan is offering 50 rupees for one cow. So why has Gujarat failed to support cows?" the publication quoted Vipul Mali, general secretary of the Gujarat Gau Seva Sangh, which operates cow shelters for sick livestock, as saying.

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The minister for animal husbandry in Gujarat acknowledged that "administrative tangles" were to blame for the delay in aid and pledged to find a "positive solution" in a day or two.

Protesters have now of warned a larger agitation if their demands are not met by the end of the month.

The protest comes as India reels under the effects of lumpy skin disease. According to government figures, the disease has killed more than 5,800 cattle in Gujarat, and it is anticipated that another 170,000 have been infected.

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How do you draw attention to the fact that the government promised you aid but never delivered it? The answer to that is "do something that can grab eyeballs". That's exactly what some organisations have done in India's western state of Gujarat.

How do you draw attention to the fact that the government promised you aid but never delivered it? The answer to that is "do something that can grab eyeballs". That's exactly what some organisations have done in India's western state of Gujarat. Tired of waiting for promised government aid, charitable organisations that operate cattle shelters in Gujarat, have released thousands of cows onto government offices. Videos of the incident have now gone viral. Watch them here: 10,000 Cows Released on the Roads of Gujarat's Banaskanth in Protest Against BJP.#GujaratElection2022 #cow #BJP pic.twitter.com/sfmZ8BI41G — Knowledge Flow (@knowledgeflow1) September 27, 2022 × BJP govt in Gujarat promised 500cr budget for cow shelter homes but allegedly, did not release even a pie.. In massive protest, cow shelter homes trustees released cows against the government’s failure to give funds Now compare this with funds released for minority benefits pic.twitter.com/4BovBh1ua0 — Ritu #सत्यसाधक (@RituRathaur) September 25, 2022 × According to reports, cattle have recently taken over roadways, local courts, and government structures in several districts of Gujarat. BBC reports that the Gujarat state government's budget for this year included $61 million (INR 5 billion) for the upkeep of cow shelters and ageing animals. However, shelter managers claim that they are yet to receive any aid. Also read | Watch: Netizens are in awe of this 200-year-old jackfruit tree in Tamil Nadu They said that they feel "cheated" and that in spite of making numerous official petitions, no solutions had been provided. According to The Indian Express, about 1,750 charitable trust-run cowsheds that house more than 450,000 cattle, participated in the protest. "BJP-ruled states like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand are providing support. Even Congress-ruled Rajasthan is offering 50 rupees for one cow. So why has Gujarat failed to support cows?" the publication quoted Vipul Mali, general secretary of the Gujarat Gau Seva Sangh, which operates cow shelters for sick livestock, as saying. Also read | Week after $3 million lottery win, Indian man says he's surrounded by people asking for money The minister for animal husbandry in Gujarat acknowledged that "administrative tangles" were to blame for the delay in aid and pledged to find a "positive solution" in a day or two. Protesters have now of warned a larger agitation if their demands are not met by the end of the month. The protest comes as India reels under the effects of lumpy skin disease. According to government figures, the disease has killed more than 5,800 cattle in Gujarat, and it is anticipated that another 170,000 have been infected. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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