Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday (August 1) said Islamabad is willing to talk and discuss "serious matters" if the "neighbour" also does so. In an obvious reference to India, Sharif also noted that "war is no more an option". In other news, days after Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi was moved from jail to house arrest, state media reports on Tuesday (Aug 1) said she has been pardoned in five criminal cases in a junta amnesty.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-shehbaz-sharif-willing-for-talks-with-india-says-war-not-an-option-621383">Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif open to holding talks with India, says war not an option 
 
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday (August 1) said Islamabad is willing to talk and discuss "serious matters" if the "neighbour" also does so. In an obvious reference to India, Sharif also noted that "war is no more an option".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmars-ousted-leader-aung-san-suu-kyi-to-be-pardoned-reports-621261">Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi pardoned in some cases 
 
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Days after Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi was moved from jail to house arrest, state media reports on Tuesday (Aug 1) said she has been pardoned in five criminal cases in a junta amnesty.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/exclusive-taliban-carrying-out-musics-genocide-in-afghanistan-says-afghan-music-saviour-ahmad-sarmast-621378">Exclusive: Taliban carrying out music's 'genocide' in Afghanistan, says Afghan music saviour Ahmad Sarmast 
 
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Two days back, the world saw the Taliban burn musical instruments worth thousands of dollars in the western Herat province of Afghanistan, calling the art form a major reason for causing “moral corruption".

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Fresh violence erupted in the Indian state of Haryana’s city of Gurugram, on Tuesday (August 1), after a mob of nearly 200 people rampaged across Badshahpur. This comes a day after at least five people, including two police personnel, were killed in clashes between two groups following a religious procession in the Nuh district of the same northern state.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-drone-hits-office-tower-in-moscow-for-second-time-in-three-days-621435">Ukraine war: Drone hits office tower in Moscow, shelling kills one in Kherson 
 
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A high-rise building in Moscow's business district that houses three Russian government ministries was struck by a drone for the second time in three days on Tuesday. Russia called it an attempted Ukrainian "terrorist attack".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-11-dead-dozens-missing-as-beijing-gets-battered-by-rainstorms-621252">Doksuri storm in China: At least 20 dead, 19 missing as Beijing gets battered by rainstorms 
 
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At least 20 people have died while 19 remained missing as heavy rainfall continued to batter Beijing for a fourth consecutive day, Chinese state media CCTV reported on Tuesday (August 1).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-former-childcare-worker-charged-with-1623-sexual-abuse-offences-against-91-young-girls-621455">Australia: Former childcare worker charged with 1,623 sexual abuse offences against 91 young girls 
 
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In what is being described as the worst cases of sex crimes against children in Australian history, a former childcare worker, on Tuesday (August 1) was charged with over 1,600 child sexual abuse offences, including rape, of 91 young girls.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/israel-four-injured-in-shooting-incident-in-maale-adumim-suspect-shot-dead-621429">Israel: Four injured in shooting incident in Ma'ale Adumim, suspect shot dead 
 
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At least four people were injured, including one in serious condition, in a shooting incident in Israel's Ma'ale Adumim city.&nbsp;Local reports said that those who were injured were aged 28, 29, and 37.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexican-city-chihuahua-bans-misogynistic-lyrics-that-promote-violence-against-women-621428">Mexican city Chihuahua bans misogynistic lyrics that 'promote violence against women' 
 
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In Chihuahua, Mexico, misogynistic lyrics objectifying women can now earn artists a fine of more than a million pesos.&nbsp;As per reports, authorities in the north-western Mexican state have banned artists from singing misogynistic lyrics in live music venues.

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The Men in Blue made yet another big statement on Tuesday, August 1 after they opted to rest both Virat Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma in the final ODI against West Indies. The Indian team already under scanner for not playing the duo has yet again made a bold statement as they look to clinch the series in the absence of Virat and Rohit.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday (August 1) said Islamabad is willing to talk and discuss "serious matters" if the "neighbour" also does so. In an obvious reference to India, Sharif also noted that "war is no more an option".

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday (August 1) said Islamabad is willing to talk and discuss "serious matters" if the "neighbour" also does so. In an obvious reference to India, Sharif also noted that "war is no more an option". In other news, days after Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi was moved from jail to house arrest, state media reports on Tuesday (Aug 1) said she has been pardoned in five criminal cases in a junta amnesty. Click on the headlines to read more: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif open to holding talks with India, says war not an option Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday (August 1) said Islamabad is willing to talk and discuss "serious matters" if the "neighbour" also does so. In an obvious reference to India, Sharif also noted that "war is no more an option". Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi pardoned in some cases Days after Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi was moved from jail to house arrest, state media reports on Tuesday (Aug 1) said she has been pardoned in five criminal cases in a junta amnesty. Exclusive: Taliban carrying out music's 'genocide' in Afghanistan, says Afghan music saviour Ahmad Sarmast Two days back, the world saw the Taliban burn musical instruments worth thousands of dollars in the western Herat province of Afghanistan, calling the art form a major reason for causing “moral corruption". India: Fresh violence erupts in Gurugram as mob of at least 200 vandalises, sets shops on fire Fresh violence erupted in the Indian state of Haryana’s city of Gurugram, on Tuesday (August 1), after a mob of nearly 200 people rampaged across Badshahpur. This comes a day after at least five people, including two police personnel, were killed in clashes between two groups following a religious procession in the Nuh district of the same northern state. Ukraine war: Drone hits office tower in Moscow, shelling kills one in Kherson A high-rise building in Moscow's business district that houses three Russian government ministries was struck by a drone for the second time in three days on Tuesday. Russia called it an attempted Ukrainian "terrorist attack". Doksuri storm in China: At least 20 dead, 19 missing as Beijing gets battered by rainstorms At least 20 people have died while 19 remained missing as heavy rainfall continued to batter Beijing for a fourth consecutive day, Chinese state media CCTV reported on Tuesday (August 1). Australia: Former childcare worker charged with 1,623 sexual abuse offences against 91 young girls In what is being described as the worst cases of sex crimes against children in Australian history, a former childcare worker, on Tuesday (August 1) was charged with over 1,600 child sexual abuse offences, including rape, of 91 young girls. Israel: Four injured in shooting incident in Ma'ale Adumim, suspect shot dead At least four people were injured, including one in serious condition, in a shooting incident in Israel's Ma'ale Adumim city. Local reports said that those who were injured were aged 28, 29, and 37. Mexican city Chihuahua bans misogynistic lyrics that 'promote violence against women' In Chihuahua, Mexico, misogynistic lyrics objectifying women can now earn artists a fine of more than a million pesos. As per reports, authorities in the north-western Mexican state have banned artists from singing misogynistic lyrics in live music venues. IND vs WI 3rd ODI: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma rested again as Hardik Pandya leads; Unadkat returns after decade The Men in Blue made yet another big statement on Tuesday, August 1 after they opted to rest both Virat Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma in the final ODI against West Indies. The Indian team already under scanner for not playing the duo has yet again made a bold statement as they look to clinch the series in the absence of Virat and Rohit.

Top 10 world news: Pak PM open to holding talks with India, drone hits office tower in Moscow, and more

At least six, including a 10-year-old child, have been killed after missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the country's emergency services said Monday (July 31). In other news, the Islamic State (ISIS) group&nbsp;claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at a political rally in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province the previous day that killed over 50 and injured hundreds more, reported Al Arabiya media portal.&nbsp; 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-intensifies-attacks-on-ukraine-strike-kills-four-in-kryvyi-rih-621035">Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, fresh strike kills six in Kryvyi Rih 
 
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At least six, including a 10-year-old child, have been killed after missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the country's emergency services said Monday (July 31).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/isis-claims-responsibility-for-pakistans-political-rally-suicide-bombing-that-killed-over-40-621121">ISIS claims responsibility for Pakistan's political rally suicide bombing that killed over 50 
 
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Islamic State (ISIS) group on Monday claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at a political rally in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province the previous day that killed over 50 and injured hundreds more, reported Al Arabiya media portal.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-returns-to-india-squad-for-ireland-t20is-tilak-varma-rinku-singh-earn-maiden-call-up-621116">Jasprit Bumrah returns to India squad for Ireland T20Is, Rinku Singh earns maiden call-up 
 
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The Indian Cricket Team receives a massive boost as ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah returns to the squad for the Ireland T20Is, starting August 18 in Dublin. Bumrah, who was out since September last year due to a back injury, will also lead the new-looking Indian side.&nbsp;Left-handed batter Rinku Singh has also earned maiden India call-up as fast bowler Prasidh Krishna makes the cut.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quran-set-alight-outside-swedish-parliament-report-621067">Fresh incident of Quran burning outside Swedish Parliament: Report 
 
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A Quran was set alight by two men outside Swedish Parliament in Stockholm on Monday (July 31), reported AFP. The incident reportedly took place at a protest similar to previous ones that stoked tensions between Sweden and the Islamic world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-forces-of-china-uae-to-conduct-first-joint-training-in-august-621072">Air forces of China, UAE to conduct first joint training in August 
 
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The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will conduct their first joint training in China's Xinjiang in August. According to a statement from the Chinese defence ministry on Monday (July 31), the FALCON Shield-2023 training aims to deepen pragmatic exchanges and cooperation between the two militaries and enhance mutual understanding and trust.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/niger-nuclear-reserves-how-this-coup-can-throw-europe-into-deep-energy-crisis-621073">Niger nuclear reserves: How the coup can throw Europe into a deep energy crisis 
 
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Western Africa's Niger is in global spotlight since last weekend's coup in capital Niamey when pro-West President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown by his own presidential guards.&nbsp;The coup in Uranium-rich Niger, which forms a key part of Africa's Sahel region&nbsp;has drawn global condemnation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-at-least-two-killed-amid-torrential-rains-and-floods-in-beijing-thousands-evacuated-621085">China: At least two killed amid torrential rains and floods in Beijing, thousands evacuated 
 
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At least two people were killed amid torrential rains and floods in the Chinese capital city, Beijing, on Monday (July 31) where roads were turned into rivers trapping hundreds of people overnight, as per media reports.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-tourist-bus-carrying-48-crashes-in-asturias-621119">Spain: Tourist bus carrying 48 crashes in Asturias 
 
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A bus carrying 48 tourists, including children, overturned on Monday (July 31) as it was headed to the Lakes of Covadonga in Asturias, northern Spain. According to a report by the news agency Reuters, there were no fatalities and the police said that some people were injured in the crash.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-approve-hundreds-of-new-north-sea-oil-and-gas-licences-despite-aim-for-net-zero-carbon-emissions-621055">UK to approve ‘hundreds’ of new North Sea oil and gas licences amid net zero carbon emissions aim 
 
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The United Kingdom has pledged to grant “hundreds” of licences for North Sea oil and gas extraction, on Monday (July 31), in a bid to bolster its energy security, said the government.&nbsp;The announcement has since drawn criticism from environmental groups in the country and could hinder the country’s goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/internet-suspended-as-violence-breaks-out-in-indias-haryana-621105">Massive violence breaks out in India's Haryana, two groups clash during religious procession 
 
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Mobile internet services were suspended in Haryana's Nuh District on Monday (July 31) as massive violence broke out during religious procession. According to media reports, more than 2500 people had taken shelter inside a temple near Gurugram.

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At least six, including a 10-year-old child, have been killed after missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the country's emergency services said Monday (July 31).

At least six, including a 10-year-old child, have been killed after missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the country's emergency services said Monday (July 31). In other news, the Islamic State (ISIS) group claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at a political rally in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province the previous day that killed over 50 and injured hundreds more, reported Al Arabiya media portal. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, fresh strike kills six in Kryvyi Rih At least six, including a 10-year-old child, have been killed after missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the country's emergency services said Monday (July 31). ISIS claims responsibility for Pakistan's political rally suicide bombing that killed over 50 Islamic State (ISIS) group on Monday claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at a political rally in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province the previous day that killed over 50 and injured hundreds more, reported Al Arabiya media portal. Jasprit Bumrah returns to India squad for Ireland T20Is, Rinku Singh earns maiden call-up The Indian Cricket Team receives a massive boost as ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah returns to the squad for the Ireland T20Is, starting August 18 in Dublin. Bumrah, who was out since September last year due to a back injury, will also lead the new-looking Indian side. Left-handed batter Rinku Singh has also earned maiden India call-up as fast bowler Prasidh Krishna makes the cut. Fresh incident of Quran burning outside Swedish Parliament: Report A Quran was set alight by two men outside Swedish Parliament in Stockholm on Monday (July 31), reported AFP. The incident reportedly took place at a protest similar to previous ones that stoked tensions between Sweden and the Islamic world. Air forces of China, UAE to conduct first joint training in August The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will conduct their first joint training in China's Xinjiang in August. According to a statement from the Chinese defence ministry on Monday (July 31), the FALCON Shield-2023 training aims to deepen pragmatic exchanges and cooperation between the two militaries and enhance mutual understanding and trust. Niger nuclear reserves: How the coup can throw Europe into a deep energy crisis Western Africa's Niger is in global spotlight since last weekend's coup in capital Niamey when pro-West President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown by his own presidential guards. The coup in Uranium-rich Niger, which forms a key part of Africa's Sahel region has drawn global condemnation. China: At least two killed amid torrential rains and floods in Beijing, thousands evacuated At least two people were killed amid torrential rains and floods in the Chinese capital city, Beijing, on Monday (July 31) where roads were turned into rivers trapping hundreds of people overnight, as per media reports. Spain: Tourist bus carrying 48 crashes in Asturias A bus carrying 48 tourists, including children, overturned on Monday (July 31) as it was headed to the Lakes of Covadonga in Asturias, northern Spain. According to a report by the news agency Reuters, there were no fatalities and the police said that some people were injured in the crash. UK to approve ‘hundreds’ of new North Sea oil and gas licences amid net zero carbon emissions aim The United Kingdom has pledged to grant “hundreds” of licences for North Sea oil and gas extraction, on Monday (July 31), in a bid to bolster its energy security, said the government. The announcement has since drawn criticism from environmental groups in the country and could hinder the country’s goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Massive violence breaks out in India's Haryana, two groups clash during religious procession Mobile internet services were suspended in Haryana's Nuh District on Monday (July 31) as massive violence broke out during religious procession. According to media reports, more than 2500 people had taken shelter inside a temple near Gurugram.

Top 10 world news: Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, ISIS claims responsibility for Pak bomb blast & more

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement after his surgery saying that he was "doing great". In the afternoon, Netanyahu also&nbsp;thanked his supporters and well-wishers for their concern and also the doctors at Sheba Medical Center for their care. In other news,&nbsp;European Union member Italy, is in the midst of hosting an international conference of leaders of several nations in Rome, on Sunday (July 23) as it has sought to extend the EU-backed deal struck with Tunisia to curb migration to Europe and build an alliance to tackle illegal migration. 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-updates-supporters-on-health-status-after-pacemaker-surgery-618677">Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shares health update after pacemaker surgery, says 'doing great' 
 
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement after his surgery saying that he was "doing great". In the afternoon, Netanyahu also&nbsp;thanked his supporters and well-wishers for their concern and also the doctors at Sheba Medical Center for their care.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-hosts-migration-conference-as-pm-meloni-eu-hope-to-extend-tunisia-deal-to-other-nations-618682">Italy hosts migration conference as PM Meloni, EU hope to extend Tunisia deal to other nations 
 
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European Union member Italy, is in the midst of hosting an international conference of leaders of several nations in Rome, on Sunday (July 23) as it has sought to extend the EU-backed deal struck with Tunisia to curb migration to Europe and build an alliance to tackle illegal migration.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-one-killed-after-bridge-collapses-near-patras-rhodes-wildfire-forces-thousands-to-evacuate-618648">Greece: One killed after bridge collapses in Patras; Rhodes wildfire forces thousands to evacuate 
 
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An under-construction bridge in western Greece collapsed on Sunday (July 23) and killed at least one person while several were trapped underneath, police told news agency AFP. Separately, the wildfires continued to rage across the Greek island of Rhodes which prompted the biggest evacuation operation ever in response to a fire the country has ever witnessed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-elections-spaniards-vote-in-snap-polls-after-campaign-centered-on-womens-rights-618598">Spain elections: Spaniards vote in snap polls following campaign centered on women's rights 
 
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Spaniards across Spain began to cast their votes in snap polls on Sunday, July 23 including Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at a polling station in Madrid. &nbsp;The polls are expected to be a close-run affair in a political discourse marked by ideological differences and chances of Spain's first right-wing government since 1975.&nbsp;

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It was the year 1960. India was finally independent after almost 200 years of British Raj. Transistor radios had made their way into society and were now accompanying every passing bicycle.&nbsp;Radio was not just immensely popular but had become a quintessential way of life for Indians.

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Twitter owner Elon Musk has said he was looking to change Twitter's logo, tweeting: "And soon we shall bid adieu to the Twitter brand and, gradually, all the birds.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time met and held talks with his closest ally, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko&nbsp;since the latter played a major role in brokering a deal which led to the end of mutiny by Wagner fighters in Moscow last month.

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At least three people were injured after a stabbing incident on a train in western Japan’s Osaka, on Sunday (July 23). A man identified as the perpetrator was promptly arrested, said the local officials.&nbsp;

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Indian rescuers in the state of Maharashtra’s Raigad district, where a massive landslide led to the death of at least 27 people, called off the search and rescue efforts, on Sunday (July 23). This comes as nearly 60 people are still missing, said the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) official.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/is-christopher-nolan-directing-a-james-bond-movie-heres-what-actor-has-said-618632">Is Christopher Nolan directing a James Bond movie? Here's what the filmmaker says 
 
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Christopher Nolan's most recent work, Oppenheimer, has amassed outstanding reviews from critics and audiences alike. While promoting his atomic bomb thriller, the ace director had expressed the desire to make a James Bond movie.&nbsp;

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement after his surgery saying that he was "doing great". In the afternoon, Netanyahu also thanked his supporters and well-wishers for their concern and also the doctors at Sheba Medical Center for their care.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement after his surgery saying that he was "doing great". In the afternoon, Netanyahu also thanked his supporters and well-wishers for their concern and also the doctors at Sheba Medical Center for their care. In other news, European Union member Italy, is in the midst of hosting an international conference of leaders of several nations in Rome, on Sunday (July 23) as it has sought to extend the EU-backed deal struck with Tunisia to curb migration to Europe and build an alliance to tackle illegal migration. Click on the headlines to read more: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shares health update after pacemaker surgery, says 'doing great' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement after his surgery saying that he was "doing great". In the afternoon, Netanyahu also thanked his supporters and well-wishers for their concern and also the doctors at Sheba Medical Center for their care. Italy hosts migration conference as PM Meloni, EU hope to extend Tunisia deal to other nations European Union member Italy, is in the midst of hosting an international conference of leaders of several nations in Rome, on Sunday (July 23) as it has sought to extend the EU-backed deal struck with Tunisia to curb migration to Europe and build an alliance to tackle illegal migration. Greece: One killed after bridge collapses in Patras; Rhodes wildfire forces thousands to evacuate An under-construction bridge in western Greece collapsed on Sunday (July 23) and killed at least one person while several were trapped underneath, police told news agency AFP. Separately, the wildfires continued to rage across the Greek island of Rhodes which prompted the biggest evacuation operation ever in response to a fire the country has ever witnessed. Spain elections: Spaniards vote in snap polls following campaign centered on women's rights Spaniards across Spain began to cast their votes in snap polls on Sunday, July 23 including Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at a polling station in Madrid. The polls are expected to be a close-run affair in a political discourse marked by ideological differences and chances of Spain's first right-wing government since 1975. Explained: Tracing journey of radio from colonial British Raj to independent and muti-lingual India It was the year 1960. India was finally independent after almost 200 years of British Raj. Transistor radios had made their way into society and were now accompanying every passing bicycle. Radio was not just immensely popular but had become a quintessential way of life for Indians. Elon Musk looks to change Twitter logo with focus on branding overhaul Twitter owner Elon Musk has said he was looking to change Twitter's logo, tweeting: "And soon we shall bid adieu to the Twitter brand and, gradually, all the birds. Putin meets Lukashenko for first time since Wagner mutiny Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time met and held talks with his closest ally, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko since the latter played a major role in brokering a deal which led to the end of mutiny by Wagner fighters in Moscow last month. Japan: At least three injured after stabbing at Osaka train station, suspect arrested At least three people were injured after a stabbing incident on a train in western Japan’s Osaka, on Sunday (July 23). A man identified as the perpetrator was promptly arrested, said the local officials. India: Death toll rises to 27 in Maharashtra landslide, rescue efforts called off with many still missing Indian rescuers in the state of Maharashtra’s Raigad district, where a massive landslide led to the death of at least 27 people, called off the search and rescue efforts, on Sunday (July 23). This comes as nearly 60 people are still missing, said the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) official. Is Christopher Nolan directing a James Bond movie? Here's what the filmmaker says Christopher Nolan's most recent work, Oppenheimer, has amassed outstanding reviews from critics and audiences alike. While promoting his atomic bomb thriller, the ace director had expressed the desire to make a James Bond movie.

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At least two people from Russia's Belgorod region were killed during the "emergency" situation on the Crimean bridge on Monday (July 17), which is being described as a blast.&nbsp;Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack where&nbsp;a mother and father died and their daughter was injured, according to the region's governor. In other news,&nbsp;Russia&nbsp;also&nbsp;formally notified Ukraine that it will suspend its participation in the Black Sea grain deal, hours before its previous extension expired.&nbsp;

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At least two people from Russia's Belgorod region were killed during the "emergency" situation on the Crimean bridge on Monday (July 17). Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack where a mother and father died and their daughter was injured, according to the region's governor.

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Russia, on Monday (July 17), formally notified Ukraine that it will suspend its participation in the Black Sea grain deal, hours before its previous extension expired.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-will-establish-peace-in-ukraine-within-24-hours-of-coming-to-power-616620">Trump says he will establish peace in Ukraine within 24 hours of coming to power 
 
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Donald Trump, former US President and Republican contender for a presidential nomination for the upcoming 2024 elections, repeated over the weekend his purported plan to restore peace in Ukraine within 24 hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-1600-flights-cancelled-across-us-due-to-severe-rainfall-thunderstorms-616571">Over 1,600 flights cancelled across US due to severe rainfall, thunderstorms 
 
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Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and unfavourable weather conditions on Sunday wreaked havoc on the travel plans of Americans across the country. The most heavily impacted airports were Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International, and LaGuardia Airports, all serving New York City.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-to-push-french-alternative-amid-us-china-tussle-in-the-pacific-616675">Macron to push French 'alternative' amid US-China tussle in the Pacific 
 
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French President Emmanuel Macron is due to travel to the southwest Pacific next week the visit during which he will offer a "French alternative" in a region that's witnessing increasing geopolitical competition between the United States and China.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-at-least-nine-killed-after-five-storey-apartment-building-collapsed-in-cairo-616684">Egypt: At least nine killed after five-storey apartment building collapsed in Cairo 
 
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At least nine people were killed in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo, on Monday (July 17) after a five-storey apartment building collapsed, reported the state media citing local officials, as search and rescue operations continued.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/two-singaporean-lawmakers-resign-after-admitting-to-inappropriate-relationship-616585">Two Singaporean lawmakers resign after admitting to ‘inappropriate relationship’ 
 
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Two Singaporean lawmakers from the ruling party, including the speaker of the parliament, stepped down after admitting to an “inappropriate relationship” with each other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/where-is-qin-gang-chinese-foreign-minister-was-last-seen-over-three-weeks-ago-616546">Where is Qin Gang? Chinese foreign minister was last seen over three weeks ago 
 
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China's foreign minister Qin Gang has been absent from public view for three weeks, a remarkably unusual duration of absence during a period of active diplomacy in Beijing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rupee-dirham-mechanism-is-a-template-for-other-countries-indian-ambassador-to-uae-sunjay-sudhir-616670">Rupee-Dirham mechanism is a template for other countries: Indian Ambassador to UAE Sunjay Sudhir 
 
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India's Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Sunjay Sudhir has termed India-UAE pact on trading in national currencies — Rupee and Dirham as a "template" for other countries to go for such arrangement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-likely-to-go-to-polls-in-november-pm-shehbaz-sharif-hints-at-early-exit-616611">Pakistan likely to go to polls in November, hints PM Shehbaz Sharif 
 
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hinted that the general elections might be held in November after saying that he will hand over the charge to the caretaker set-up next month before the completion of the assembly’s tenure.

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At least two people from Russia's Belgorod region were killed during the "emergency" situation on the Crimean bridge on Monday (July 17), which is being described as a blast.

At least two people from Russia's Belgorod region were killed during the "emergency" situation on the Crimean bridge on Monday (July 17), which is being described as a blast. Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack where a mother and father died and their daughter was injured, according to the region's governor. In other news, Russia also formally notified Ukraine that it will suspend its participation in the Black Sea grain deal, hours before its previous extension expired. Click on the headlines to read more: Crimean Bridge: 'Ukraine behind the attack' that killed at least two At least two people from Russia's Belgorod region were killed during the "emergency" situation on the Crimean bridge on Monday (July 17). Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack where a mother and father died and their daughter was injured, according to the region's governor. Explained | Russia formally backs out of Black Sea grain deal. What happens now? Russia, on Monday (July 17), formally notified Ukraine that it will suspend its participation in the Black Sea grain deal, hours before its previous extension expired. Trump says he will establish peace in Ukraine within 24 hours of coming to power Donald Trump, former US President and Republican contender for a presidential nomination for the upcoming 2024 elections, repeated over the weekend his purported plan to restore peace in Ukraine within 24 hours. Over 1,600 flights cancelled across US due to severe rainfall, thunderstorms Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and unfavourable weather conditions on Sunday wreaked havoc on the travel plans of Americans across the country. The most heavily impacted airports were Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International, and LaGuardia Airports, all serving New York City. Macron to push French 'alternative' amid US-China tussle in the Pacific French President Emmanuel Macron is due to travel to the southwest Pacific next week the visit during which he will offer a "French alternative" in a region that's witnessing increasing geopolitical competition between the United States and China. Egypt: At least nine killed after five-storey apartment building collapsed in Cairo At least nine people were killed in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo, on Monday (July 17) after a five-storey apartment building collapsed, reported the state media citing local officials, as search and rescue operations continued. Two Singaporean lawmakers resign after admitting to ‘inappropriate relationship’ Two Singaporean lawmakers from the ruling party, including the speaker of the parliament, stepped down after admitting to an “inappropriate relationship” with each other. Where is Qin Gang? Chinese foreign minister was last seen over three weeks ago China's foreign minister Qin Gang has been absent from public view for three weeks, a remarkably unusual duration of absence during a period of active diplomacy in Beijing. Rupee-Dirham mechanism is a template for other countries: Indian Ambassador to UAE Sunjay Sudhir India's Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Sunjay Sudhir has termed India-UAE pact on trading in national currencies — Rupee and Dirham as a "template" for other countries to go for such arrangement. Pakistan likely to go to polls in November, hints PM Shehbaz Sharif Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hinted that the general elections might be held in November after saying that he will hand over the charge to the caretaker set-up next month before the completion of the assembly’s tenure.

Top 10 world news: Russia blames Ukraine for Crimea bridge attack, backs out of Black Sea grain deal, and more

The French government released an official decree, on Sunday (July 9) announcing a ban on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks over the July 14&nbsp;Bastille Day celebration weekend. In other news, The US military revealed on Sunday&nbsp;that it had carried out a targeted strike resulting in the death of Usamah al-Muhajir, a prominent leader of the Islamic State located in eastern Syria, reported Reuters.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-bans-the-sale-of-fireworks-for-bastille-day-celebration-after-riots-613618">France bans the sale of fireworks for Bastille Day celebration after riots 
 
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The French government released an official decree, on Sunday (July 9) announcing a ban on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks over the July 14&nbsp;Bastille Day celebration weekend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/islamic-state-leader-usamah-al-muhajir-killed-in-syria-us-central-command-613637">Islamic State leader Usamah al-Muhajir killed in Syria: US central command 
 
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In an announcement made on Sunday, the US military revealed that it had carried out a targeted strike resulting in the death of Usamah al-Muhajir, a prominent leader of the Islamic State located in eastern Syria, reported Reuters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-culture-secretary-urgently-convenes-talks-with-bbc-chief-over-explicit-images-scandal-613629">BBC presenter suspended over explicit images scandal 
 
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A presenter at the BBC has been suspended following allegations of paying a teenager a substantial amount of money in exchange for sexually explicit photographs, as reported by the Independent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-official-seemingly-claims-responsibility-for-crimea-bridge-blast-613657">Ukrainian official seemingly claims responsibility for Crimea bridge blast 
 
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Ukrainian defence official, on Sunday (July 9) seemingly revealed that the country’s forces attacked the bridge connecting Russia and Russian-occupied Crimea, last year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-missing-journalists-body-found-with-signs-of-violence-613634">Mexico: Missing journalist’s body found with ‘signs of violence’ 
 
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The body of a missing 59-year-old Mexican journalist was found in the country’s Nayarit with signs of violence, said the state public prosecutor’s office, on Saturday (July 8).&nbsp;This comes days after Mexican journalist Luis Martín Sanchez Iniguez was reported missing last week.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fukushima-water-release-iaea-chief-meets-south-korean-lawmakers-amid-protests-613608">Fukushima water release: IAEA chief meets South Korean lawmakers amid protests 
 
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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Sunday (July 9) met opposition leaders in South Korea who had expressed strong concerns over Japan's plan to release treated radioactive water from its Fukushima nuclear plant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-heads-for-europe-trip-amid-ongoing-heated-debates-over-cluster-munitions-nato-unity-613580">Biden heads to Europe amid heated debate over giving cluster munitions to Kyiv 
 
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United States President Joe Biden on Sunday headed to Europe for a three-nation tour which will be dominated by the Russia-Ukraine war, approval of cluster munitions for Kyiv and membership in expanding NATO military alliance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-judicial-reforms-testing-times-for-netanyahu-as-countrywide-protests-expand-613551">Israel judicial reforms: Testing times for Netanyahu as countrywide protests expand 
 
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In one of the biggest protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's justice system reforms, tens of thousands reportedly gathered on Saturday in Tel Aviv, Israel's top business hub.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heavy-rain-halts-delhi-schools-chief-minister-declares-closure-on-july-10-613658">Heavy rain halts Delhi schools: Chief minister declares closure on July 10 
 
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday that schools in Delhi will remain closed on Monday, July 10. The decision was prompted by the continuous heavy rainfall that the national capital has been experiencing since Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-pm-shehbaz-sharif-slams-imran-khan-for-engaging-in-malicious-campaign-against-army-chief-613628">Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif slams Imran Khan for engaging in 'malicious campaign' against army chief 
 
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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif slammed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, on Sunday, for engaging in a 'vile, sinister and malicious campaign' against the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir.

The French government released an official decree, on Sunday (July 9) announcing a ban on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks over the July 14 Bastille Day celebration weekend.

The French government released an official decree, on Sunday (July 9) announcing a ban on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks over the July 14 Bastille Day celebration weekend. In other news, The US military revealed on Sunday that it had carried out a targeted strike resulting in the death of Usamah al-Muhajir, a prominent leader of the Islamic State located in eastern Syria, reported Reuters. Click on the headlines to read more: France bans the sale of fireworks for Bastille Day celebration after riots The French government released an official decree, on Sunday (July 9) announcing a ban on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks over the July 14 Bastille Day celebration weekend. Islamic State leader Usamah al-Muhajir killed in Syria: US central command In an announcement made on Sunday, the US military revealed that it had carried out a targeted strike resulting in the death of Usamah al-Muhajir, a prominent leader of the Islamic State located in eastern Syria, reported Reuters. BBC presenter suspended over explicit images scandal A presenter at the BBC has been suspended following allegations of paying a teenager a substantial amount of money in exchange for sexually explicit photographs, as reported by the Independent. Ukrainian official seemingly claims responsibility for Crimea bridge blast Ukrainian defence official, on Sunday (July 9) seemingly revealed that the country’s forces attacked the bridge connecting Russia and Russian-occupied Crimea, last year. Mexico: Missing journalist’s body found with ‘signs of violence’ The body of a missing 59-year-old Mexican journalist was found in the country’s Nayarit with signs of violence, said the state public prosecutor’s office, on Saturday (July 8). This comes days after Mexican journalist Luis Martín Sanchez Iniguez was reported missing last week. Fukushima water release: IAEA chief meets South Korean lawmakers amid protests The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Sunday (July 9) met opposition leaders in South Korea who had expressed strong concerns over Japan's plan to release treated radioactive water from its Fukushima nuclear plant. Biden heads to Europe amid heated debate over giving cluster munitions to Kyiv United States President Joe Biden on Sunday headed to Europe for a three-nation tour which will be dominated by the Russia-Ukraine war, approval of cluster munitions for Kyiv and membership in expanding NATO military alliance. Israel judicial reforms: Testing times for Netanyahu as countrywide protests expand In one of the biggest protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's justice system reforms, tens of thousands reportedly gathered on Saturday in Tel Aviv, Israel's top business hub. Heavy rain halts Delhi schools: Chief minister declares closure on July 10 Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday that schools in Delhi will remain closed on Monday, July 10. The decision was prompted by the continuous heavy rainfall that the national capital has been experiencing since Saturday. Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif slams Imran Khan for engaging in 'malicious campaign' against army chief Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif slammed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, on Sunday, for engaging in a 'vile, sinister and malicious campaign' against the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir.

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Indian PM Modi addressing the press at the White House said&nbsp;that the post-Covid period is taking a new face for global good, world peace and stability and amid challenging times, both countries are ready to work together. India and US'&nbsp;strong strategic partnership is a show of the power of democracy.&nbsp;In other news,&nbsp;GE Aerospace announced on Thursday (June 22) that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force.&nbsp;The announcement comes as a major milestone amidst Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States.&nbsp;

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Indian PM Modi addressing the press at the White House said&nbsp;that the post-Covid period is taking a new face for global good, world peace and stability and amid challenging times, both countries are ready to work together. India and US'&nbsp;strong strategic partnership is a show of the power of democracy.

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GE Aerospace announced on Thursday (June 22) that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force.&nbsp;The announcement comes as a major milestone amidst Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/titanic-submersible-live-updates-final-hours-of-oxygen-on-missing-sub-as-rescue-efforts-intensify-607340">Titanic submersible LIVE updates: 'Debris field found', says US Coast Guard 
 
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The&nbsp;US Coast Guard, in a statement, said&nbsp;"A debris field was discovered within the search area by an ROV near the Titanic. Experts within the unified command are evaluating the information." However,&nbsp;it was not immediately clear if this debris field is connected to the missing submersible.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-team-up-with-nasa-for-joint-mission-to-iss-report-607356">India to team up with NASA for joint mission to ISS: Report 
 
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India is set to join the Artemis Accords and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will join hands with NASA to send a joint mission to the International Space Station (ISS), the White House said on Thursday (June 22).

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A Russian court, on Thursday (June 22) rejected United States journalist Evan Gershkovich’s recent appeal against his pre-trial detention on charges of espionage. This comes nearly a month after Moscow extended his pre-trial detention for three more months until late August.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-climate-finance-summit-macron-stresses-need-for-public-finance-shock-607413">At climate finance summit, Macron stresses need for 'public finance shock' 
 
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In his opening remarks at the climate finance summit in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron spoke of the need for "public finance shock" or a global surge of financing to fight the challenges of climate change and poverty.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-former-texas-lawmaker-will-hurd-announces-2024-presidential-bid-607424">US: Former Texas lawmaker Will Hurd announces 2024 presidential bid 
 
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Former Congressman of the US state of Texas, Will Hurd, on Thursday (June 22) announced that he is running for the upcoming presidential elections. Hurd, a Republican and one-time Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer, has been a fierce critic of Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-warns-china-against-use-of-force-calls-for-swedens-inclusion-in-nato-607427">German Chancellor Scholz warns China against use of force, calls for Sweden's inclusion in NATO 
 
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During a session in the German parliament, Chancellor Olaf Scholz delivered a strong warning to China, emphasising the need to avoid the use of force in achieving territorial changes, specifically with regard to Taiwan.

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Rachandeep Singh, an Indian-American doctor has been slapped with sexual assault charges, local reports said, further adding that he was arrested at San Francisco International Airport last week.&nbsp;As per reports, Dr Singh was the medical director overseeing facilities in Carmichael and the San Joaquin County areas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indias-byjus-denies-reports-of-three-board-members-quitting-deloitte-resigns-as-auditors-reports-607470">India’s Byju’s denies three board members quitting; Deloitte resigns as auditors: Reports 
 
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A report by Reuters citing three sources familiar with the matter, on Thursday (June 22) said that three board members of the Indian edtech company Byju’s have quit. Additionally, multiple media reports have also said that Deloitte has stepped down as the company’s auditor due to the delay in the company’s filing of financial results.

Indian PM Modi addressing the press at the White House said that the post-Covid period is taking a new face for global good, world peace and stability and amid challenging times, both countries are ready to work together.

Indian PM Modi addressing the press at the White House said that the post-Covid period is taking a new face for global good, world peace and stability and amid challenging times, both countries are ready to work together. India and US' strong strategic partnership is a show of the power of democracy. In other news, GE Aerospace announced on Thursday (June 22) that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force. The announcement comes as a major milestone amidst Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE: PM Modi says India and US committed for global peace, stability Indian PM Modi addressing the press at the White House said that the post-Covid period is taking a new face for global good, world peace and stability and amid challenging times, both countries are ready to work together. India and US' strong strategic partnership is a show of the power of democracy. 'Historic agreement': GE Aerospace signs MoU with HAL for production of fighter jet engines for IAF GE Aerospace announced on Thursday (June 22) that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force. The announcement comes as a major milestone amidst Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States. Titanic submersible LIVE updates: 'Debris field found', says US Coast Guard The US Coast Guard, in a statement, said "A debris field was discovered within the search area by an ROV near the Titanic. Experts within the unified command are evaluating the information." However, it was not immediately clear if this debris field is connected to the missing submersible. India to team up with NASA for joint mission to ISS: Report India is set to join the Artemis Accords and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will join hands with NASA to send a joint mission to the International Space Station (ISS), the White House said on Thursday (June 22). WSJ journalist Evan Gershkovich loses appeal against extended pre-trial detention A Russian court, on Thursday (June 22) rejected United States journalist Evan Gershkovich’s recent appeal against his pre-trial detention on charges of espionage. This comes nearly a month after Moscow extended his pre-trial detention for three more months until late August. At climate finance summit, Macron stresses need for 'public finance shock' In his opening remarks at the climate finance summit in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron spoke of the need for "public finance shock" or a global surge of financing to fight the challenges of climate change and poverty. US: Former Texas lawmaker Will Hurd announces 2024 presidential bid Former Congressman of the US state of Texas, Will Hurd, on Thursday (June 22) announced that he is running for the upcoming presidential elections. Hurd, a Republican and one-time Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer, has been a fierce critic of Donald Trump. German Chancellor Scholz warns China against use of force, calls for Sweden's inclusion in NATO During a session in the German parliament, Chancellor Olaf Scholz delivered a strong warning to China, emphasising the need to avoid the use of force in achieving territorial changes, specifically with regard to Taiwan. US: Indian-origin doctor accused of sexually assaulting co-worker, arrested Rachandeep Singh, an Indian-American doctor has been slapped with sexual assault charges, local reports said, further adding that he was arrested at San Francisco International Airport last week. As per reports, Dr Singh was the medical director overseeing facilities in Carmichael and the San Joaquin County areas. India’s Byju’s denies three board members quitting; Deloitte resigns as auditors: Reports A report by Reuters citing three sources familiar with the matter, on Thursday (June 22) said that three board members of the Indian edtech company Byju’s have quit. Additionally, multiple media reports have also said that Deloitte has stepped down as the company’s auditor due to the delay in the company’s filing of financial results.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Kyiv&nbsp;was suffering massive losses in its highly touted counter-offensive against Russian positions in Ukraine.&nbsp;"Their losses are approaching a level that could be described as catastrophic," Putin said during a meeting.&nbsp;In other news, United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sullivan's visit came ahead of PM Modi's upcoming US trip.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Kyiv was suffering massive losses in its highly touted counter-offensive against Russian positions in Ukraine. "Their losses are approaching a level that could be described as catastrophic," Putin said during a meeting.

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United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Tuesday (June 13) met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sullivan's visit came ahead of PM Modi's upcoming US visit.

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Lionel Messi made a big statement on his international future when he spoke to the Chinese media during his team’s tour for an international friendly on Tuesday, June 13. Messi, who led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup win in Qatar plans to retire from the international set-up before the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/majority-pakistanis-think-kashmir-dispute-can-be-resolved-within-their-lifetime-survey-603968">Most Pakistanis think Kashmir issue can be resolved within their lifetime: Survey 
 
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Nearly half (54 per cent) of Pakistanis, according to a Gallup &amp; Gilani Pakistan study, think the Kashmir conflict may be resolved during their lifetime. The question "Do you think the Kashmir problem can be solved during your lifetime?" was posed to an adult, nationally representative sample of both men and women from all around the nation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/31-year-old-man-arrested-for-allegedly-murdering-three-running-over-others-in-england-603888">Nottingham horror: Man arrested for allegedly murdering three, running over others in England 
 
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A 31-year-old man was caught in Nottingham City, England, on Tuesday morning on the suspicion of murdering three people and using his van to run over more at another site. Police reached Ilkeston Road around 4 am (local time) after they were informed that two people were lying dead in the street.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-govt-calls-dorseys-claims-about-farmers-protests-outright-lies-603694">Indian govt calls Dorsey's claims about 'pressure' during farmers' protest 'outright lies' 
 
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The Indian government has responded after Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey made sensational claims saying the social media platform received threats of being booted out of the country after not accepting the request to block certain accounts at the peak of the farmers' protests.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denver-shooting-at-least-nine-injured-near-nba-finals-celebrations-investigation-underway-603918">Denver mass shooting injures 9 as crowd gathers to celebrate Nuggets' NBA win 
 
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At least nine people were injured in a mass shooting on Tuesday (June 13) near downtown Denver, the United States. Local police said that the incident took place near the arena where the crowds gathered to celebrate after the Nuggets won their first NBA title on Monday night.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-four-israeli-soldiers-one-civilian-injured-after-shooting-incident-in-west-bank-604028">At least four Israeli soldiers, one civilian injured after shooting incident in West Bank 
 
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According to officials, at least five Israelis have been wounded after a suspected shooting attack in the northern West Bank, on Tuesday (June 13). It was later reported that four of the five injured were military personnel.&nbsp; 
 
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A 71-year-old man in France allegedly shot Solaine Thornton, an 11-year-old British girl living next door, while playing on a swing in her garden on Saturday evening. According to the prosecutors, Dirk Raats, the neighbour who opened fire through a hedge, is under investigation for murder.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-online-food-delivery-aggregator-zomato-pulled-up-for-controversial-ad-603929">Indian online food delivery aggregator Zomato pulled up for controversial ad 
 
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Indian online food delivery aggregator Zomato has been served with a notice from the National Commission For Scheduled Castes for a controversial ad that many found to be casteist, Indian media reported.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Kyiv was suffering massive losses in its highly touted counter-offensive against Russian positions in Ukraine. "Their losses are approaching a level that could be described as catastrophic," Putin said during a meeting.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Kyiv was suffering massive losses in its highly touted counter-offensive against Russian positions in Ukraine. "Their losses are approaching a level that could be described as catastrophic," Putin said during a meeting. In other news, United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sullivan's visit came ahead of PM Modi's upcoming US trip. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war LIVE: Putin says Russia could have been 'better prepared' for border attacks Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Kyiv was suffering massive losses in its highly touted counter-offensive against Russian positions in Ukraine. "Their losses are approaching a level that could be described as catastrophic," Putin said during a meeting. US NSA Jake Sullivan meets PM Narendra Modi ahead of latter's visit to US United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Tuesday (June 13) met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sullivan's visit came ahead of PM Modi's upcoming US visit. Lionel Messi makes big comment on international future, says 'doesn't think will play another...' Lionel Messi made a big statement on his international future when he spoke to the Chinese media during his team’s tour for an international friendly on Tuesday, June 13. Messi, who led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup win in Qatar plans to retire from the international set-up before the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada. Most Pakistanis think Kashmir issue can be resolved within their lifetime: Survey Nearly half (54 per cent) of Pakistanis, according to a Gallup & Gilani Pakistan study, think the Kashmir conflict may be resolved during their lifetime. The question "Do you think the Kashmir problem can be solved during your lifetime?" was posed to an adult, nationally representative sample of both men and women from all around the nation. Nottingham horror: Man arrested for allegedly murdering three, running over others in England A 31-year-old man was caught in Nottingham City, England, on Tuesday morning on the suspicion of murdering three people and using his van to run over more at another site. Police reached Ilkeston Road around 4 am (local time) after they were informed that two people were lying dead in the street. Indian govt calls Dorsey's claims about 'pressure' during farmers' protest 'outright lies' The Indian government has responded after Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey made sensational claims saying the social media platform received threats of being booted out of the country after not accepting the request to block certain accounts at the peak of the farmers' protests. Denver mass shooting injures 9 as crowd gathers to celebrate Nuggets' NBA win At least nine people were injured in a mass shooting on Tuesday (June 13) near downtown Denver, the United States. Local police said that the incident took place near the arena where the crowds gathered to celebrate after the Nuggets won their first NBA title on Monday night. At least four Israeli soldiers, one civilian injured after shooting incident in West Bank According to officials, at least five Israelis have been wounded after a suspected shooting attack in the northern West Bank, on Tuesday (June 13). It was later reported that four of the five injured were military personnel. France: Suspect under probe for shooting 11-year-old British girl; Here's what happened A 71-year-old man in France allegedly shot Solaine Thornton, an 11-year-old British girl living next door, while playing on a swing in her garden on Saturday evening. According to the prosecutors, Dirk Raats, the neighbour who opened fire through a hedge, is under investigation for murder. Indian online food delivery aggregator Zomato pulled up for controversial ad Indian online food delivery aggregator Zomato has been served with a notice from the National Commission For Scheduled Castes for a controversial ad that many found to be casteist, Indian media reported.

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Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the financial affairs and funding of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Police have confirmed that Sturgeon was taken into custody as a suspect and is currently being questioned by detectives. In other news,&nbsp;Russia on Sunday claimed that its force repelled an attack by the Ukrainian Army on a Russian warship which was guarding gas pipelines in the Black Sea.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-former-first-minister-nicola-sturgeon-arrested-in-snp-finances-inquiry-603190">Scotland: Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon arrested in SNP finances inquiry 
 
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Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the financial affairs and funding of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Police have confirmed that a 52-year-old Sturgeon was taken into custody as a suspect and is currently being questioned by detectives.

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Russia on Sunday claimed that its force repelled an attack by the Ukrainian army on a Russian warship which was guarding gas pipelines in the Black Sea. "Ukraine's armed forces made an unsuccessful attempt to attack the Black Sea Fleet's Priazovye ship," stated the Russian defence ministry, adding that the forces of Kyiv used six unmanned boats.

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The air force of Taiwan came into action on Sunday after 10 Chinese warplanes were spotted crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait, as the defence ministry of the island further added that combat patrols were carried out by four Chinese warships.

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Cyclone Biparjoy, which was deemed a 'very severe' cyclonic storm, has intensified into an 'extremely severe' cyclonic storm. However, in a major respite for the populations living along the Arabian sea's coastline in the state of Gujarat, the likely extremely severe cyclonic storm may not hit the Porbandar coast

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Since the beginning of the Covid pandemic more than three years ago, there has been a debate about whether the virus emerged due to a laboratory leak or was it from nature. And researchers who have over these years attempted to find the answer have been hampered by a lack of transparency from China.&nbsp;

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In what might be first gains since Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky gave clearest indication yet that Ukraine’s long-awaited push back of Russian troops has begun, saying “relevant counteroffensive defensive actions are taking place in Ukraine," on Saturday.&nbsp;

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At least three British tourists have been reported missing after a motor yacht caught fire in Egypt’s Red Sea, on Sunday (June 11), said the Egyptian officials. The British Foreign Office said they are in contact with the local authorities after the incident and supporting those involved.&nbsp;

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A massive truck fire caused a partial collapse of a Highway near Philadelphia leading to a traffic shutdown, as per media reports. Authorities closed a section of the I-95 highway near Philadelphia early on Sunday. Officials are currently at the scene, assessing the condition of the highway.&nbsp;

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Heavy clashes, gunfire, and shelling resumed in the Sudanese capital after the end of a 24-hour ceasefire between the two warring factions, on Sunday (June 11), as some residents have a.lso reported air strikes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahmedabad-bound-indigo-airlines-flight-veers-off-course-into-pakistan-airspace-report-603142">Ahmedabad-bound IndiGo Airlines flight veers off course into Pakistan airspace: Report 
 
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IndiGo Airlines, operating a flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad, encountered adverse weather conditions that caused the aircraft to inadvertently stray into Pakistani airspace near Lahore before returning to Indian airspace. The incident took place on Saturday, as reported by Pakistan's local media outlet Dawn.

Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the financial affairs and funding of the Scottish National Party (SNP).

Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the financial affairs and funding of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Police have confirmed that Sturgeon was taken into custody as a suspect and is currently being questioned by detectives. In other news, Russia on Sunday claimed that its force repelled an attack by the Ukrainian Army on a Russian warship which was guarding gas pipelines in the Black Sea. Click on the headlines to read more: Scotland: Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon arrested in SNP finances inquiry Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the financial affairs and funding of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Police have confirmed that a 52-year-old Sturgeon was taken into custody as a suspect and is currently being questioned by detectives. Russia claims to repel attack by Ukraine on Black Sea warship Russia on Sunday claimed that its force repelled an attack by the Ukrainian army on a Russian warship which was guarding gas pipelines in the Black Sea. "Ukraine's armed forces made an unsuccessful attempt to attack the Black Sea Fleet's Priazovye ship," stated the Russian defence ministry, adding that the forces of Kyiv used six unmanned boats. Taiwan scrambles jets as 10 Chinese warplanes cross median line of strait The air force of Taiwan came into action on Sunday after 10 Chinese warplanes were spotted crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait, as the defence ministry of the island further added that combat patrols were carried out by four Chinese warships. Cyclone Biparjoy turns 'extremely severe'; India's Gujarat, Maharashtra on alert, Pakistan to be worst hit Cyclone Biparjoy, which was deemed a 'very severe' cyclonic storm, has intensified into an 'extremely severe' cyclonic storm. However, in a major respite for the populations living along the Arabian sea's coastline in the state of Gujarat, the likely extremely severe cyclonic storm may not hit the Porbandar coast Wuhan institute involved in creation, cover-up of Covid pandemic: Report Since the beginning of the Covid pandemic more than three years ago, there has been a debate about whether the virus emerged due to a laboratory leak or was it from nature. And researchers who have over these years attempted to find the answer have been hampered by a lack of transparency from China. Russia-Ukraine war LIVE updates | Ukraine claims retaking village in southeast; Russia repels reported Ukraine attack in Black Sea In what might be first gains since Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky gave clearest indication yet that Ukraine’s long-awaited push back of Russian troops has begun, saying “relevant counteroffensive defensive actions are taking place in Ukraine," on Saturday. Video | Three British tourists missing after fire on boat in Egypt’s Red Sea At least three British tourists have been reported missing after a motor yacht caught fire in Egypt’s Red Sea, on Sunday (June 11), said the Egyptian officials. The British Foreign Office said they are in contact with the local authorities after the incident and supporting those involved. Philadelphia: Highway collapsed after truck beneath catches massive fire A massive truck fire caused a partial collapse of a Highway near Philadelphia leading to a traffic shutdown, as per media reports. Authorities closed a section of the I-95 highway near Philadelphia early on Sunday. Officials are currently at the scene, assessing the condition of the highway. Sudan: Fighting resumes after 24-hour ceasefire expires; Egypt toughens visa rules Heavy clashes, gunfire, and shelling resumed in the Sudanese capital after the end of a 24-hour ceasefire between the two warring factions, on Sunday (June 11), as some residents have a.lso reported air strikes. Ahmedabad-bound IndiGo Airlines flight veers off course into Pakistan airspace: Report IndiGo Airlines, operating a flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad, encountered adverse weather conditions that caused the aircraft to inadvertently stray into Pakistani airspace near Lahore before returning to Indian airspace. The incident took place on Saturday, as reported by Pakistan's local media outlet Dawn.

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The Indian government refuted media reports of a major data breach in the Covid vaccination portal CoWIN. Issuing a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, "These reports allege a breach of data from the Co-WIN portal of the Union Health Ministry, which is the repository of all data of beneficiaries who have been vaccinated against Covid." In other news, former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has died aged 86 after suffering from serious health problems that kept him in hospital over the last few months.

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The Indian government refuted media reports of a major data breach in the Covid vaccination portal CoWIN. Issuing a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, "These reports allege a breach of data from the Co-WIN portal of the Union Health Ministry, which is the repository of all data of beneficiaries who have been vaccinated against Covid." 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-italian-pm-silvio-berlusconi-dies-aged-86-603400">Former Italian PM and media mogul Silvio Berlusconi dies aged 86 
 
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Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has died aged 86 after suffering from serious health problems that kept him in hospital over the last few months. He was first hospitalised for a lung infection in 2020 after contracting COVID-19.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jpmorgan-chase-settles-lawsuit-with-jeffrey-epsteins-sex-trafficking-survivors-603559">JPMorgan Chase settles lawsuit with Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking survivors 
 
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JPMorgan Chase reached a settlement with sexual abuse survivors of disgraced Hollywood financier Jeffrey Epstein, weeks after it was revealed that the biggest US bank had a longstanding relationship with him, the bank and lawyers for the survivors said in a statement on Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-eyes-on-russia-nato-prepares-for-biggest-ever-air-drill-in-its-history-603459">With eyes on Russia, NATO prepares for biggest-ever air drill in its history 
 
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Monday (June 12) is beginning its largest air force deployment exercise in Europe in the alliance's history. It is to be a display of unity towards partners and potential threats like Russia.

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Russia has apparently repelled attempted offensives by Ukrainian forces in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, its defence ministry said on Monday, further adding that they had hit targets with sea-launched high-precision missile strikes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-searching-waters-where-north-korean-satellite-crashed-south-korea-603520">China searching waters where North Korean satellite crashed: South Korea 
 
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South Korea said on Monday (June 12) that Chinese warships are carrying out a salvage operation in waters where a North Korean space rocket crashed. Last month, North Korea unsuccessfully attempted to launch a military satellite. The satellite crashed into the water near the west coast island of Eocheongdo.

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In what might be the first gains since Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky gave the strongest indication yet that Kyiv’s long-awaited pushback of Russian troops has begun, Kyiv announced on Sunday that Ukrainian forces had retaken three villages in the eastern region of Donetsk. Ukraine, on Monday (June 12) also claimed that it recaptured a fourth village in a cluster of settlements in the country's southeast region.&nbsp;

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A report by the United Nations released on Monday (June 12) shows that despite the rise in women’s rights groups and social movements over the past decade or so, progress towards gender equality has stagnated. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyclone-biparjoy-pm-modi-reviews-preparedness-in-high-level-meet-603573">Cyclone Biparjoy: PM Modi reviews preparedness as landfall date nears 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (June 12) chaired a high-level meeting and reviewed preparedness of central as well as Gujarat government as Cyclone Biparjoy approaches its coast. Gujarat is a western Indian state with coastline on the Arabian Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-massive-fire-breaks-out-in-indias-bhopal-at-satpura-bhawan-building-spreads-to-three-floors-603585">Watch | Massive fire breaks out in India's Bhopal at Satpura Bhawan building 
 
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A massive fire broke out in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh's capital city of Bhopal, on Monday (June 12). According to reports, the fire has now spread to the Satpura Bhawan's sixth floor from the third floor.

The Indian government refuted media reports of a major data breach in the Covid vaccination portal CoWIN. Issuing a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, "These reports allege a breach of data from the Co-WIN portal of the Union Health Ministry, which is the repository of all data of beneficiaries who have been vaccinated against Covid.

The Indian government refuted media reports of a major data breach in the Covid vaccination portal CoWIN. Issuing a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, "These reports allege a breach of data from the Co-WIN portal of the Union Health Ministry, which is the repository of all data of beneficiaries who have been vaccinated against Covid." In other news, former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has died aged 86 after suffering from serious health problems that kept him in hospital over the last few months. Click on the headlines to read more: CoWIN leak: Indian govt refutes Covid vaccine portal data breach reports, orders probe The Indian government refuted media reports of a major data breach in the Covid vaccination portal CoWIN. Issuing a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, "These reports allege a breach of data from the Co-WIN portal of the Union Health Ministry, which is the repository of all data of beneficiaries who have been vaccinated against Covid." Former Italian PM and media mogul Silvio Berlusconi dies aged 86 Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has died aged 86 after suffering from serious health problems that kept him in hospital over the last few months. He was first hospitalised for a lung infection in 2020 after contracting COVID-19. JPMorgan Chase settles lawsuit with Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking survivors JPMorgan Chase reached a settlement with sexual abuse survivors of disgraced Hollywood financier Jeffrey Epstein, weeks after it was revealed that the biggest US bank had a longstanding relationship with him, the bank and lawyers for the survivors said in a statement on Monday. With eyes on Russia, NATO prepares for biggest-ever air drill in its history North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Monday (June 12) is beginning its largest air force deployment exercise in Europe in the alliance's history. It is to be a display of unity towards partners and potential threats like Russia. Ukraine war LIVE: Russia repels offensives in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia regions Russia has apparently repelled attempted offensives by Ukrainian forces in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, its defence ministry said on Monday, further adding that they had hit targets with sea-launched high-precision missile strikes. China searching waters where North Korean satellite crashed: South Korea South Korea said on Monday (June 12) that Chinese warships are carrying out a salvage operation in waters where a North Korean space rocket crashed. Last month, North Korea unsuccessfully attempted to launch a military satellite. The satellite crashed into the water near the west coast island of Eocheongdo. Kyiv recaptures four villages in Donetsk as Ukraine's counter-offensive begins In what might be the first gains since Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky gave the strongest indication yet that Kyiv’s long-awaited pushback of Russian troops has begun, Kyiv announced on Sunday that Ukrainian forces had retaken three villages in the eastern region of Donetsk. Ukraine, on Monday (June 12) also claimed that it recaptured a fourth village in a cluster of settlements in the country's southeast region. Around 90% of people have at least one bias against women: UN report A report by the United Nations released on Monday (June 12) shows that despite the rise in women’s rights groups and social movements over the past decade or so, progress towards gender equality has stagnated. Cyclone Biparjoy: PM Modi reviews preparedness as landfall date nears Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (June 12) chaired a high-level meeting and reviewed preparedness of central as well as Gujarat government as Cyclone Biparjoy approaches its coast. Gujarat is a western Indian state with coastline on the Arabian Sea. Watch | Massive fire breaks out in India's Bhopal at Satpura Bhawan building A massive fire broke out in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh's capital city of Bhopal, on Monday (June 12). According to reports, the fire has now spread to the Satpura Bhawan's sixth floor from the third floor.

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Ukraine said Monday it was conducting "offensive actions" on the front line and noted some progress in Bakhmut, though it downplayed the scale of the moves.&nbsp;"In some sectors we are conducting offensive actions," Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar said, adding that "the Bakhmut sector remains the epicentre of the hostilities." 
 
In other news,&nbsp;US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, currently on a two-day visit to India, met his counterpart Rajnath Singh on Monday. The two held talks on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation as well as security of the Indo-Pacific region and the China threat in New Delhi's neighbourhood.&nbsp;

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Ukraine said Monday it was conducting "offensive actions" on the front line and noted some progress in Bakhmut, though it downplayed the scale of the moves. "In some sectors we are conducting offensive actions," Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar said, adding that "the Bakhmut sector remains the epicentre of the hostilities."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-dont-want-to-speculate-us-defense-secretary-lloyd-austin-on-chinese-misadventure-along-lac-600813">'I don't want to speculate...': US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Chinese misadventure along LAC 
 
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US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, currently on a two-day visit to India, met his&nbsp;counterpart Rajnath Singh on Monday. The two held&nbsp;talks on strengthening&nbsp;bilateral defence cooperation as well as security of the Indo-Pacific region and the China threat in New Delhi's neighbourhood.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/was-odisha-train-crash-avoidable-a-2022-cag-report-flagged-serious-concerns-600909">Was Odisha train crash avoidable? A 2022 CAG report flagged serious concerns 
 
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A devasting train crash on Friday (June 2) in the Indian eastern state of Odisha has left the nation grieving as nearly 300 people lost their lives and over 1,100 were injured. The accident emerged as the country's worst rail accident in over two decades. But was the accident avoidable?&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-has-built-network-of-agents-inside-russia-to-sabotage-kremlin-operations-report-600903">Ukraine has built network of agents inside Russia to sabotage Kremlin operations: Report 
 
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As per some sources linked to US intelligence quoted by CNN, Ukraine is working on arming its "agents and sympathisers"&nbsp;inside Russia with drones to undertake sabotage operations against the Russian establishment.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-minister-calls-indias-dependence-on-russian-arms-not-in-berlins-interest-600945">German minister calls India’s dependence on Russian arms 'not in Berlin's interest' 
 
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German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius on Monday said that the continuing dependence of India on Russian weapons is not in the interest of his country. The statement was made by the German minister ahead of his visit to New Delhi which is aimed at bolstering security ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-deadly-crash-of-an-unresponsive-cessna-citation-in-virginia-left-a-crater-600954">US: Deadly crash of an unresponsive Cessna Citation in Virginia left a 'crater' 
 
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At least four people were killed when a light aircraft with an unresponsive pilot crashed into the mountains of Virginia on Sunday (June 4). The authorities in the United States were forced to scramble F-16 fighter jets after a sonic boom that rocked the Washington DC metropolitan area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-court-rules-polish-judicial-reform-violating-law-poland-rejects-verdict-600959">EU Court rules Polish judicial reform violating law, Poland rejects verdict 
 
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The European Union's Court of Justice on Monday ruled that controversial judicial reform, which was introduced by Poland in 2019 and is related to the disciplinary procedures for judges, stands in violation of the EU law.

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This day has been celebrated by millions of people across the world. Since last year, for better or for worse, five prominent international agreements and treaties have been agreed upon which are set to affect environment-related decision-making in the years to come. WION Explains!

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India's national capital New Delhi has been currently generating more than 1,100 tonnes of plastic waste every day, but only around 870 tonnes per day (TPD) is being managed or recycled, which leaves a gap of 242 TPD or around 22 per cent of the plastic waste load of Delhi.&nbsp;

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Is Lionel Messi set to return to FC Barcelona? The latest reports suggest so. Days after Paris Saint Germain (PSG) – his previous club, announced Messi’s departure after two seasons at the helm, Lionel Messi’s father – Jorge Messi, provided a big break on this matter.&nbsp;

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Ukraine said Monday it was conducting "offensive actions" on the front line and noted some progress in Bakhmut, though it downplayed the scale of the moves. "In some sectors we are conducting offensive actions," Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar said, adding that "the Bakhmut sector remains the epicentre of the hostilities.

Ukraine said Monday it was conducting "offensive actions" on the front line and noted some progress in Bakhmut, though it downplayed the scale of the moves. "In some sectors we are conducting offensive actions," Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar said, adding that "the Bakhmut sector remains the epicentre of the hostilities." In other news, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, currently on a two-day visit to India, met his counterpart Rajnath Singh on Monday. The two held talks on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation as well as security of the Indo-Pacific region and the China threat in New Delhi's neighbourhood. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war LIVE | Ukraine says conducting 'offensive actions' at the front Ukraine said Monday it was conducting "offensive actions" on the front line and noted some progress in Bakhmut, though it downplayed the scale of the moves. "In some sectors we are conducting offensive actions," Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar said, adding that "the Bakhmut sector remains the epicentre of the hostilities." 'I don't want to speculate...': US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Chinese misadventure along LAC US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, currently on a two-day visit to India, met his counterpart Rajnath Singh on Monday. The two held talks on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation as well as security of the Indo-Pacific region and the China threat in New Delhi's neighbourhood. Was Odisha train crash avoidable? A 2022 CAG report flagged serious concerns A devasting train crash on Friday (June 2) in the Indian eastern state of Odisha has left the nation grieving as nearly 300 people lost their lives and over 1,100 were injured. The accident emerged as the country's worst rail accident in over two decades. But was the accident avoidable? Ukraine has built network of agents inside Russia to sabotage Kremlin operations: Report As per some sources linked to US intelligence quoted by CNN, Ukraine is working on arming its "agents and sympathisers" inside Russia with drones to undertake sabotage operations against the Russian establishment. German minister calls India’s dependence on Russian arms 'not in Berlin's interest' German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius on Monday said that the continuing dependence of India on Russian weapons is not in the interest of his country. The statement was made by the German minister ahead of his visit to New Delhi which is aimed at bolstering security ties. US: Deadly crash of an unresponsive Cessna Citation in Virginia left a 'crater' At least four people were killed when a light aircraft with an unresponsive pilot crashed into the mountains of Virginia on Sunday (June 4). The authorities in the United States were forced to scramble F-16 fighter jets after a sonic boom that rocked the Washington DC metropolitan area. EU Court rules Polish judicial reform violating law, Poland rejects verdict The European Union's Court of Justice on Monday ruled that controversial judicial reform, which was introduced by Poland in 2019 and is related to the disciplinary procedures for judges, stands in violation of the EU law. Explained | World Environment Day: 5 international agreements that would affect the planet in years to come This day has been celebrated by millions of people across the world. Since last year, for better or for worse, five prominent international agreements and treaties have been agreed upon which are set to affect environment-related decision-making in the years to come. WION Explains! Around 240 tonnes of plastic waste gets dumped in India's national capital every day, says report India's national capital New Delhi has been currently generating more than 1,100 tonnes of plastic waste every day, but only around 870 tonnes per day (TPD) is being managed or recycled, which leaves a gap of 242 TPD or around 22 per cent of the plastic waste load of Delhi. Lionel Messi to Barcelona a done deal? Messi's father provides BIG update after recent catch up with club Prez Is Lionel Messi set to return to FC Barcelona? The latest reports suggest so. Days after Paris Saint Germain (PSG) – his previous club, announced Messi’s departure after two seasons at the helm, Lionel Messi’s father – Jorge Messi, provided a big break on this matter.

Top 10 world news: Ukraine conducts 'offensive actions' at the front, Was Odisha train crash avoidable? & more

Pakistan's establishment is resorting to "all kinds of blackmail" to ensure a continuous outflow of leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former prime minister Imran Khan told WION in Islamabad on Wednesday after he was until June 19 in the Al-Qadir Trust case involving an alleged corruption of over Rs 50 billion. In other news,&nbsp;Russia says that it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship. The warship Yury Olefirenko was reportedly destroyed by the Russian Aerospace Forces.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-is-being-run-by-the-establishment-imran-khan-tells-wion-598796">Exclusive | Pakistan is being run by the 'establishment': Imran Khan 
 
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Pakistan's establishment is resorting to "all kinds of blackmail" to ensure a continuous outflow of leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and&nbsp;former prime minister Imran Khan told WION in Islamabad on Wednesday after he was until June 19 in the Al-Qadir Trust case involving an alleged corruption of over Rs 50 billion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-says-it-has-destroyed-ukraines-last-remaining-warship-598736">Russia claims it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship 
 
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Russia says that it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship. The warship Yury Olefirenko was reportedly destroyed by the Russian Aerospace Forces. It was the Ukrainian Navy's last standing warship on the Port of Odessa, the largest Ukrainian seaport and one of the largest ports in the Black Sea basin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indias-growth-in-2022-23-estimated-at-72-says-government-598810">India: GDP grows 6.1% in March quarter, 7.2% in 2022-23 
 
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The Indian government said on Wednesday (May 31) that the economy grew 6.1 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2022-23, which pushed up the annual growth rate to 7.2 per cent.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-offers-musk-red-carpet-welcome-as-tesla-boss-takes-chinese-internet-by-storm-598799">China offers Musk red carpet welcome as Tesla boss takes Chinese internet by storm 
 
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China’s effusive overture to American billionaire Elon Musk was on clear display this week when the Tesla boss visited the country for the first time in three years. China's foreign, commerce and industry ministers, all were lined up to have a one-to-one discussion with the popular businessman.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasas-ufo-panel-to-explain-mysterious-sightings-for-first-time-ever-598843">NASA's 'UFO panel' to explain mysterious sightings for first time ever 
 
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A NASA panel investigating the "unidentified aerial phenomena" will soon hold its first public meeting on Wednesday, May 23. A report on such reported phenomena related to the Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) is expected to be presented in the coming weeks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-chinese-fighter-plane-performs-unnecessarily-aggressive-manoeuvre-near-us-jet-598545">US 'provocation' led to South China Sea fighter jet incident, says Beijing 
 
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Beijing on Wednesday blamed US "provocation" for an incident involving a Chinese plane aggressively manoeuvring near an American surveillance aircraft over the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/historic-south-koreas-same-sex-marriage-bill-goes-to-parliament-598813">‘Historic’: South Korea’s same-sex marriage bill goes to parliament 
 
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In a first, lawmakers in South Korea announced, on Wednesday (May 31), that they have proposed the country’s first same-sex marriage bill, reported The Guardian. The bill comes months after a South Korean court delivered a landmark ruling which recognised the rights of same-sex couples in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zimbabwe-to-hold-general-elections-in-august-summons-us-ambassador-for-meddling-tweets-598853">Zimbabwe to hold general elections in August; summons US ambassador for ‘meddling’ tweets 
 
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Zimbabwe will hold its presidential and parliamentary elections on August 23, the country’s president announced on Wednesday (May 31). The southern African country which has a history of violent and disputed elections, summoned the United States deputy ambassador over a series of tweets which called for a peaceful election.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/diplomatic-declaration-of-war-russia-asked-to-vacate-its-four-consulates-in-germany-598828">‘Diplomatic declaration of war’: Russia asked to vacate its four consulates in Germany 
 
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Diplomatic relations between Berlin and Moscow continue to deteriorate in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Now, a spokesperson for Germany’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday that the Russians have been asked to shut down four consulates operating on its soil.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/explained-this-is-how-10-transformational-changes-in-10-years-made-india-different-598855">Explained: This is how 10 transformational changes in 10 years made India 'different'&nbsp; 
 
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The report, authored by Morgan Stanley India's Chief Economist and Managing Director Ridham Desai, throws light on 10 significant and transformational changes India has witnessed over the past decade, majorly under the watch of PM Modi’s administration, who rose to power in 2014.&nbsp;

Pakistan's establishment is resorting to "all kinds of blackmail" to ensure a continuous outflow of leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former prime minister Imran Khan told WION in Islamabad on Wednesday after he was until June 19 in the Al-Qadir Trust case involving an alleged corruption of over Rs 50 billion.

Pakistan's establishment is resorting to "all kinds of blackmail" to ensure a continuous outflow of leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former prime minister Imran Khan told WION in Islamabad on Wednesday after he was until June 19 in the Al-Qadir Trust case involving an alleged corruption of over Rs 50 billion. In other news, Russia says that it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship. The warship Yury Olefirenko was reportedly destroyed by the Russian Aerospace Forces. Click on the headlines to read more: Exclusive | Pakistan is being run by the 'establishment': Imran Khan Pakistan's establishment is resorting to "all kinds of blackmail" to ensure a continuous outflow of leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former prime minister Imran Khan told WION in Islamabad on Wednesday after he was until June 19 in the Al-Qadir Trust case involving an alleged corruption of over Rs 50 billion. Russia claims it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship Russia says that it has destroyed Ukraine's last remaining warship. The warship Yury Olefirenko was reportedly destroyed by the Russian Aerospace Forces. It was the Ukrainian Navy's last standing warship on the Port of Odessa, the largest Ukrainian seaport and one of the largest ports in the Black Sea basin. India: GDP grows 6.1% in March quarter, 7.2% in 2022-23 The Indian government said on Wednesday (May 31) that the economy grew 6.1 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2022-23, which pushed up the annual growth rate to 7.2 per cent. China offers Musk red carpet welcome as Tesla boss takes Chinese internet by storm China’s effusive overture to American billionaire Elon Musk was on clear display this week when the Tesla boss visited the country for the first time in three years. China's foreign, commerce and industry ministers, all were lined up to have a one-to-one discussion with the popular businessman. NASA's 'UFO panel' to explain mysterious sightings for first time ever A NASA panel investigating the "unidentified aerial phenomena" will soon hold its first public meeting on Wednesday, May 23. A report on such reported phenomena related to the Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) is expected to be presented in the coming weeks. US 'provocation' led to South China Sea fighter jet incident, says Beijing Beijing on Wednesday blamed US "provocation" for an incident involving a Chinese plane aggressively manoeuvring near an American surveillance aircraft over the South China Sea. ‘Historic’: South Korea’s same-sex marriage bill goes to parliament In a first, lawmakers in South Korea announced, on Wednesday (May 31), that they have proposed the country’s first same-sex marriage bill, reported The Guardian. The bill comes months after a South Korean court delivered a landmark ruling which recognised the rights of same-sex couples in the country. Zimbabwe to hold general elections in August; summons US ambassador for ‘meddling’ tweets Zimbabwe will hold its presidential and parliamentary elections on August 23, the country’s president announced on Wednesday (May 31). The southern African country which has a history of violent and disputed elections, summoned the United States deputy ambassador over a series of tweets which called for a peaceful election. ‘Diplomatic declaration of war’: Russia asked to vacate its four consulates in Germany Diplomatic relations between Berlin and Moscow continue to deteriorate in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Now, a spokesperson for Germany’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday that the Russians have been asked to shut down four consulates operating on its soil. Explained: This is how 10 transformational changes in 10 years made India 'different' The report, authored by Morgan Stanley India's Chief Economist and Managing Director Ridham Desai, throws light on 10 significant and transformational changes India has witnessed over the past decade, majorly under the watch of PM Modi’s administration, who rose to power in 2014.

Top 10 world news: Pakistan is being run by the 'establishment', India's GDP grew 7.2% in 2022-23, & more

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday (May 17) announced a two-month extension of the United Nations-backed deal allowing the war-torn to ship grains across the Black Sea to global markets. In other news,&nbsp;Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday (May 17) that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would travel to Australia next week despite the cancellation of the Quad leaders' meeting.&nbsp; 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-grain-deal-extended-for-two-more-months-turkey-593357">Ukraine grain deal extended for two more months, Russia slams 'distortions' in implementation</a> 
 
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday (May 17) announced a two-month extension of the United Nations-backed deal allowing the war-torn to ship grains across the Black Sea to global markets. This comes as the last ship left a Ukrainian port under the deal which was due to expire on Thursday.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-to-visit-australia-despite-quad-meet-cancellation-593298">PM Modi to visit Australia despite Quad meet cancellation: Aus PM 
 
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday (May 17) that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would travel to Australia next week despite cancellation of the Quad leaders' meeting.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/probably-my-last-tweet-pakistans-imran-khan-says-police-has-surrounded-his-house-593352">‘Probably my last tweet’ | Pakistan's Imran Khan says police has 'surrounded' his house 
 
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Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that his house has been surrounded by the police and he is likely to be arrested soon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-former-french-president-nicolas-sarkozy-and-his-many-legal-woes-593334">Explained | Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his many legal woes 
 
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The so-called “hyper-president”, Nicolas Sarkozy's political ambitions have long been overshadowed by multiple corruption investigations. Here are some of the legal woes the former French president is currently facing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/was-rushed-into-credit-suisse-merger-says-ubs-593336">Was rushed into Credit Suisse merger, says UBS 
 
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A regulatory filing showed on Tuesday (May 16) that banking giant UBS felt that it was rushed into buying rival Credit Suisse in a deal it did not want. UBS told its investors in a filing to US Securities and Exchange Commission that it had less than four days to carry out due dilligence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/providing-f16-fighter-jets-to-ukraine-up-to-the-white-house-uk-593361">Providing F16 fighter jets to Ukraine 'up to the White House': UK 
 
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Defence ministers of the UK and Germany said on Wednesday (May 17) that any decision to send fighter jets to Ukraine will fall on the White House. This stand has been despite a jet "coalition" announced by Britain and the Netherlands this week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-meeting-likely-to-take-place-in-hiroshima-after-cancellation-of-sydney-summit-report-593310">Quad meeting likely to take place in Hiroshima after cancellation of Sydney summit: Report 
 
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After the cancellation of United States President Joe Biden's bilateral trip to Papua New Guinea and Sydney, where the Quad meeting was scheduled to be held, because of the debt ceiling crisis, the discussions are likely to take place in Hiroshima, media reports suggested.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuadorian-president-dissolves-congress-amidst-corruption-allegations-593354">Ecuadorian president dissolves Congress amid corruption allegations 
 
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Ecuadoran President Guillermo Lasso, who is currently going through impeachment proceedings over alleged corruption, has issued a decree on Wednesday, May 17, to dissolve the legislature.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heavy-flooding-in-italy-claims-lives-of-at-least-five-593343">Heavy flooding in Italy claims lives of at least eight 
 
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Heavy rains lashed Italy's northern Emilia Romagna region on Wednesday causing deadly floods that claimed the lives of at least eight people, said a local official.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/passengers-suffer-injuries-after-delhi-sydney-air-india-flight-caught-in-severe-turbulence-593260">Air India Delhi-Sydney flight gets caught in severe turbulence; passengers injured 
 
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), while speaking to news agency ANI on Wednesday afternoon, said that a Delhi-Sydney Air India flight was caught in severe mid-air turbulence on Tuesday because of which seven passengers were injured.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday (May 17) announced a two-month extension of the United Nations-backed deal allowing the war-torn to ship grains across the Black Sea to global markets.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday (May 17) announced a two-month extension of the United Nations-backed deal allowing the war-torn to ship grains across the Black Sea to global markets. In other news, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday (May 17) that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would travel to Australia next week despite the cancellation of the Quad leaders' meeting. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine grain deal extended for two more months, Russia slams 'distortions' in implementation Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday (May 17) announced a two-month extension of the United Nations-backed deal allowing the war-torn to ship grains across the Black Sea to global markets. This comes as the last ship left a Ukrainian port under the deal which was due to expire on Thursday. PM Modi to visit Australia despite Quad meet cancellation: Aus PM Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday (May 17) that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would travel to Australia next week despite cancellation of the Quad leaders' meeting. ‘Probably my last tweet’ | Pakistan's Imran Khan says police has 'surrounded' his house Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that his house has been surrounded by the police and he is likely to be arrested soon. Explained | Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his many legal woes The so-called “hyper-president”, Nicolas Sarkozy's political ambitions have long been overshadowed by multiple corruption investigations. Here are some of the legal woes the former French president is currently facing. Was rushed into Credit Suisse merger, says UBS A regulatory filing showed on Tuesday (May 16) that banking giant UBS felt that it was rushed into buying rival Credit Suisse in a deal it did not want. UBS told its investors in a filing to US Securities and Exchange Commission that it had less than four days to carry out due dilligence. Providing F16 fighter jets to Ukraine 'up to the White House': UK Defence ministers of the UK and Germany said on Wednesday (May 17) that any decision to send fighter jets to Ukraine will fall on the White House. This stand has been despite a jet "coalition" announced by Britain and the Netherlands this week. Quad meeting likely to take place in Hiroshima after cancellation of Sydney summit: Report After the cancellation of United States President Joe Biden's bilateral trip to Papua New Guinea and Sydney, where the Quad meeting was scheduled to be held, because of the debt ceiling crisis, the discussions are likely to take place in Hiroshima, media reports suggested. Ecuadorian president dissolves Congress amid corruption allegations Ecuadoran President Guillermo Lasso, who is currently going through impeachment proceedings over alleged corruption, has issued a decree on Wednesday, May 17, to dissolve the legislature. Heavy flooding in Italy claims lives of at least eight Heavy rains lashed Italy's northern Emilia Romagna region on Wednesday causing deadly floods that claimed the lives of at least eight people, said a local official. Air India Delhi-Sydney flight gets caught in severe turbulence; passengers injured The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), while speaking to news agency ANI on Wednesday afternoon, said that a Delhi-Sydney Air India flight was caught in severe mid-air turbulence on Tuesday because of which seven passengers were injured.

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Russia has called out the US and South Korea after the two nations signed the Washington Declaration on Thursday, agreeing to a new nuclear weapons arrangement. Moscow criticised the policy and said it would destabilise the region and the wider world. In other news, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary rebel group, have been accused by the Sudanese military of firing at a Turkish evacuation plane on Friday (April 28).

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Russia has called out the US and South Korea after the two nations signed the Washington Declaration on Thursday, agreeing to a new nuclear weapons arrangement. Moscow criticised the policy and said it would destabilise the region and the wider world.&nbsp;

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The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary rebel group, have been accused by the Sudanese military of firing at a Turkish evacuation plane on Friday (April 28).&nbsp;The Turkish C-130 plane was on its way to the Wadi Seidna airfield in northern Sudan to bring back Turkish nationals from the war-torn country, according to the Sudanese military forces, when "rebels" opened fire on it.

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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) chairman Richard Sharp resigned on Friday (April 28) after an independent report found that he breached rules for public appointments in connection with a loan for former UK prime minister Boris Johnson.&nbsp;

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Referring to the West's 'economic aggression', Russian President Vladimir Putin egged different bodies of the government to pull their weight and act quickly. &nbsp;"Today, in the face of the West's economic aggression, the parliament, the government, all regional and local authorities need to act clearly and quickly work as one cohesive team," Putin told a meeting of Russian lawmakers.

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Ahead of Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto's India visit to participate in a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), WION's Pakistan Bureau Chief Anas Mallick spoke to Hina Rabbani Khar, the country's minister of state for foreign affairs.&nbsp;

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E. Jean Carroll, a former journalist is currently in the news after she testified against Donald Trump earlier this week, saying the former US president raped her at a New York City department store.&nbsp;

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Taiwan's defence ministry said on Friday (April 28) that a long range Chinese combar drone capable of carrying large weapons payload has circled the island nation. According to local media, this is the first time the defence ministry has reported a Chinese military aircraft circling the circle from one end of the median line to the other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-may-restrict-export-of-semiconductor-supplies-to-china-report-586820">Germany may restrict export of semiconductor supplies to China: Report 
 
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Germany is likely to put limits on export of chemicals to China that are used to manufacture semiconductors. The move is seen as part of the government's efforts to reduce its economic exposure to the world's second largest economy, Bloomberg news reported on Thursday.

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After much speculation, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh finally met his Chinese counterpart General Li Shangfu in a one-on-one meeting on Thursday and in a joint defence minister's meeting on Friday. Though SCO brought the two countries on the same platform, it did not do a whole lot in easing the friction.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-three-soldiers-seven-militants-killed-after-motorcycle-suicide-bomber-attack-clashes-587075">Pakistan: Three soldiers, seven militants killed in motorcycle suicide bomb attack, clashes</a> 
 
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Pakistani officials and the army, on Friday (April 28) reported that a militant on a motorcycle blew himself up amid an attack on a temporary military camp in northwest Pakistan. At least three soldiers and seven militants were killed in multiple clashes which occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which shares a border with neighbouring Afghanistan.&nbsp;

Russia has called out the US and South Korea after the two nations signed the Washington Declaration on Thursday, agreeing to a new nuclear weapons arrangement. Moscow criticised the policy and said it would destabilise the region and the wider world.

Russia has called out the US and South Korea after the two nations signed the Washington Declaration on Thursday, agreeing to a new nuclear weapons arrangement. Moscow criticised the policy and said it would destabilise the region and the wider world. In other news, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary rebel group, have been accused by the Sudanese military of firing at a Turkish evacuation plane on Friday (April 28). Click on the headlines to read more: Russia says US-South Korea nuclear deal could destabilise region Russia has called out the US and South Korea after the two nations signed the Washington Declaration on Thursday, agreeing to a new nuclear weapons arrangement. Moscow criticised the policy and said it would destabilise the region and the wider world. Sudan crisis: Turkish evacuation plane shot at after ceasefire The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary rebel group, have been accused by the Sudanese military of firing at a Turkish evacuation plane on Friday (April 28). The Turkish C-130 plane was on its way to the Wadi Seidna airfield in northern Sudan to bring back Turkish nationals from the war-torn country, according to the Sudanese military forces, when "rebels" opened fire on it. BBC Chairman Richard Sharp resigns after report finds he breached rules British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) chairman Richard Sharp resigned on Friday (April 28) after an independent report found that he breached rules for public appointments in connection with a loan for former UK prime minister Boris Johnson. Russia-Ukraine LIVE updates | Russia must act quickly, says Putin, referring to West's 'economic aggression' Referring to the West's 'economic aggression', Russian President Vladimir Putin egged different bodies of the government to pull their weight and act quickly. "Today, in the face of the West's economic aggression, the parliament, the government, all regional and local authorities need to act clearly and quickly work as one cohesive team," Putin told a meeting of Russian lawmakers. Exclusive: It's not India visit but SCO visit, Pak minister Hina Rabbani on FM Bhutto attending SCO meeting Ahead of Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto's India visit to participate in a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), WION's Pakistan Bureau Chief Anas Mallick spoke to Hina Rabbani Khar, the country's minister of state for foreign affairs. Who is E. Jean Carroll, the woman who testified Trump raped her? E. Jean Carroll, a former journalist is currently in the news after she testified against Donald Trump earlier this week, saying the former US president raped her at a New York City department store. Chinese combat drone circles Taiwan, crosses median line Taiwan's defence ministry said on Friday (April 28) that a long range Chinese combar drone capable of carrying large weapons payload has circled the island nation. According to local media, this is the first time the defence ministry has reported a Chinese military aircraft circling the circle from one end of the median line to the other. Germany may restrict export of semiconductor supplies to China: Report Germany is likely to put limits on export of chemicals to China that are used to manufacture semiconductors. The move is seen as part of the government's efforts to reduce its economic exposure to the world's second largest economy, Bloomberg news reported on Thursday. India and China release statements after SCO meet, can't make any breakthrough After much speculation, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh finally met his Chinese counterpart General Li Shangfu in a one-on-one meeting on Thursday and in a joint defence minister's meeting on Friday. Though SCO brought the two countries on the same platform, it did not do a whole lot in easing the friction. Pakistan: Three soldiers, seven militants killed in motorcycle suicide bomb attack, clashes Pakistani officials and the army, on Friday (April 28) reported that a militant on a motorcycle blew himself up amid an attack on a temporary military camp in northwest Pakistan. At least three soldiers and seven militants were killed in multiple clashes which occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which shares a border with neighbouring Afghanistan.

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Saudi-state television on Saturday announced that the evacuation of citizens had begun in Sudan after the fighting began last week.&nbsp;This comes as the army had previously agreed, on Saturday, to help evacuate foreign nationals. In other news,&nbsp;the regressive Taliban regime has now prohibited them from attending Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Baghlan and Takhar provinces of Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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Saudi-state television on Saturday announced that the evacuation of citizens had begun in Sudan after the fighting began last week.&nbsp;This comes as the army had previously agreed, on Saturday, to help evacuate foreign nationals."The first evacuation vessel from Sudan has arrived, carrying 50 (Saudi) citizens and a number of nationals from friendly countries," noted the channel.&nbsp; 
 
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The regressive Taliban regime has now prohibited them from attending Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Baghlan and Takhar provinces of Afghanistan.&nbsp;The directive was passed by the de-facto authorities of the two provinces saying “it is forbidden for women to go out in groups during the days of Eid al-Fitr.”

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More than 3,000 people in the Russian city of Belgorod were evacuated after another explosive object was found at the site where Moscow’s warplane accidentally fired a weapon which caused a blast, on April 20. The evacuation took place on Saturday (April 22) and a couple of hours later people returned home after the explosive was disposed of.&nbsp;

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Two people died while 10 were injured after a restaurant caught fire in Spain Friday night. The fire was sparked when one of the waiters flambeed a dish and accidentally set the walls and ceiling ablaze which quickly transformed into a mega-fire.&nbsp;

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Amid talks with China, the Philippines’ top diplomat raised his concerns over escalating tensions in waters around Taiwan, said Manila, on Saturday (April 22). The statement was issued by Manila’s foreign ministry after the talks between Chinese Foreign Minister&nbsp;and Philippine foreign secretary&nbsp;as the two countries have sought to deepen economic ties while also managing their dispute in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guantanamo-prisoners-display-signs-of-accelerated-ageing-red-cross-585138">Guantanamo prisoners display signs of 'accelerated ageing': Red Cross 
 
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A top official of the International Committee of the Red Cross stated on Friday that prisoners who have been kept for years in the US detention facility in Cuba at Guantanamo Bay are exhibiting signs of "accelerated ageing."

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A transgender Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives is facing heat for using language that has not gone down well her Republican counterparts.&nbsp;

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Deep-sea explorers have found the long-lost shipwreck from World War II Japanese transport ship, the SS Montevideo Maru which was involved in Australia’s most deadly maritime disaster, said the team on Saturday (April 22).

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Democrat New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Friday said the migrant crisis had nearly 'destroyed' his city while making a desperate plea to the Biden administration to help with the flow of immigrants in the city.&nbsp;

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Indian Space Research Organization's (ISRO) most-reliable rocket Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) yet again proved its mettle on Saturday noon by precisely placing two Singaporean satellites in a circular orbit 586 km above the Earth's surface.&nbsp;

Saudi-state television on Saturday announced that the evacuation of citizens had begun in Sudan after the fighting began last week. This comes as the army had previously agreed, on Saturday, to help evacuate foreign nationals.

Saudi-state television on Saturday announced that the evacuation of citizens had begun in Sudan after the fighting began last week. This comes as the army had previously agreed, on Saturday, to help evacuate foreign nationals. In other news, the regressive Taliban regime has now prohibited them from attending Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Baghlan and Takhar provinces of Afghanistan. Click on the headlines to read more: Sudan unrest LIVE updates | Saudis, other nationals evacuated from Sudan: Saudi state-media Saudi-state television on Saturday announced that the evacuation of citizens had begun in Sudan after the fighting began last week. This comes as the army had previously agreed, on Saturday, to help evacuate foreign nationals."The first evacuation vessel from Sudan has arrived, carrying 50 (Saudi) citizens and a number of nationals from friendly countries," noted the channel. After education, Taliban prohibits women from attending Eid celebrations The regressive Taliban regime has now prohibited them from attending Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Baghlan and Takhar provinces of Afghanistan. The directive was passed by the de-facto authorities of the two provinces saying “it is forbidden for women to go out in groups during the days of Eid al-Fitr.” More than 3,000 residents evacuated from Russia's Belgorod over bomb scare, return home More than 3,000 people in the Russian city of Belgorod were evacuated after another explosive object was found at the site where Moscow’s warplane accidentally fired a weapon which caused a blast, on April 20. The evacuation took place on Saturday (April 22) and a couple of hours later people returned home after the explosive was disposed of. Spain: 2 killed, 10 injured in restaurant blaze after waiter sets dish on fire Two people died while 10 were injured after a restaurant caught fire in Spain Friday night. The fire was sparked when one of the waiters flambeed a dish and accidentally set the walls and ceiling ablaze which quickly transformed into a mega-fire. Philippines raises concerns over 'escalating tensions' Taiwan Strait amid talks with China Amid talks with China, the Philippines’ top diplomat raised his concerns over escalating tensions in waters around Taiwan, said Manila, on Saturday (April 22). The statement was issued by Manila’s foreign ministry after the talks between Chinese Foreign Minister and Philippine foreign secretary as the two countries have sought to deepen economic ties while also managing their dispute in the South China Sea. Guantanamo prisoners display signs of 'accelerated ageing': Red Cross A top official of the International Committee of the Red Cross stated on Friday that prisoners who have been kept for years in the US detention facility in Cuba at Guantanamo Bay are exhibiting signs of "accelerated ageing." US: Republicans want transgender lawmaker censured for condemning bill banning gender-affirming healthcare A transgender Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives is facing heat for using language that has not gone down well her Republican counterparts. Explorers find WWII shipwreck of SS Montevideo Maru on which nearly 1,000 Australians died Deep-sea explorers have found the long-lost shipwreck from World War II Japanese transport ship, the SS Montevideo Maru which was involved in Australia’s most deadly maritime disaster, said the team on Saturday (April 22). Democrat Mayor Eric Adams says migrant crisis has destroyed New York City, calls out Biden administration Democrat New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Friday said the migrant crisis had nearly 'destroyed' his city while making a desperate plea to the Biden administration to help with the flow of immigrants in the city. ISRO gearing up for three high-profile missions: NVS-01, Aditya-L1 and Chandrayaan 3 Indian Space Research Organization's (ISRO) most-reliable rocket Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) yet again proved its mettle on Saturday noon by precisely placing two Singaporean satellites in a circular orbit 586 km above the Earth's surface.

Top 10 world news: First civilian evacuations in Sudan, Taliban bans women from Eid celebrations, and more

Vladimir Kara-Murza, Russian opposition leader and a staunch Vladimir Putin critic, was convicted of treason by a Russian court on Monday. He has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. In other news, a Paris court, on Monday (April 17) acquitted the carrier Air France and plane maker Airbus over the 2009 crash of a Rio-Paris flight which killed 228 people.&nbsp;

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Vladimir Kara-Murza, Russian opposition leader and a staunch Vladimir Putin critic, was convicted of treason by a Russian court on Monday. He has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.

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A Paris court, on Monday (April 17) acquitted the carrier Air France and plane maker Airbus over the 2009 crash of a Rio-Paris flight which killed 228 people. The two France-based companies had gone on trial back in October to determine their responsibility for the worst aviation disaster in Air France’s history.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/power-struggle-in-sudan-rages-as-army-pounds-paramilitary-bases-with-air-strikes-583171">Power struggle in Sudan rages as army pounds paramilitary bases with air strikes 
 
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Sudanese army pounded paramilitary bases with air strikes on Sunday (April 16) as the power struggle continues to rage in the North African nation, news agency Reuters reported citing witnesses. Sudan's army appeared to have gained the upper hand.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fox-news-reportedly-trying-to-settle-with-dominion-amid-delay-in-defamation-trial-583391">Fox News reportedly trying to settle with Dominion amid delay in defamation trial 
 
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A defamation trial linked to false information being aired on Fox News about the 2020 US presidential elections was delayed Monday amid reports that the network is trying to settle with vote machine maker Dominion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-import-bans-mount-ukraine-seeks-re-opening-of-grain-transit-via-poland-583341">As import bans mount Ukraine seeks re-opening of grain transit via Poland 
 
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At discussions in Warsaw on Monday, Kyiv is attempting to re-open food and grain transit via Poland. As per Reuters, this is a "first step" to lifting the import restrictions after some nations stopped importing grain from Ukraine to safeguard their own agricultural markets from an influx of supplies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rebels-kill-multiple-indonesian-army-soldiers-sent-to-rescue-pilot-kidnapped-in-west-papua-583348">Rebels kill multiple Indonesian Army soldiers sent to rescue pilot kidnapped in West Papua 
 
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The Indonesian Army soldiers deployed to rescue a captive New Zealand pilot were ambushed by the rebels in the island’s restive Papua province, leaving multiple personnel dead, and 30 reported missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-sunak-wants-to-make-maths-education-mandatory-until-18-in-uk-heres-why-583399">PM Sunak wants to make maths education mandatory until 18 in UK. Here’s why 
 
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The United Kingdom Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak expected to continue his bid to make maths education compulsory until 18, as he believes that Britain possesses an inherent “anti-maths mindset” which is costing the country.&nbsp;

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SpaceX postponed the first test flight of Starship, its most powerful rocket ever built, on Monday, due to a technical failure. The rocket has been designed to send astronauts to the Moon and someday even to Mars and other places in space. 
 
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Reiterating its opposition to same-sex marriage, the Indian government has filed a plea asking the Supreme Court to quash a batch of petitions seeking legal validation, saying that the “creation of a new social institution” is beyond the ambit of the judiciary.

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A Chinese engineer working at the Dasu hydropower project in Kohistan District in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has become the latest victim of Pakistan's strict blasphemy laws. He was taken into custody for "Insulting Allah."

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Vladimir Kara-Murza, Russian opposition leader and a staunch Vladimir Putin critic, was convicted of treason by a Russian court on Monday. He has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Vladimir Kara-Murza, Russian opposition leader and a staunch Vladimir Putin critic, was convicted of treason by a Russian court on Monday. He has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. In other news, a Paris court, on Monday (April 17) acquitted the carrier Air France and plane maker Airbus over the 2009 crash of a Rio-Paris flight which killed 228 people. Click on the headlines to read more: Putin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza sentenced to 25 years in prison, Navalny terms the ruling 'fascist' Vladimir Kara-Murza, Russian opposition leader and a staunch Vladimir Putin critic, was convicted of treason by a Russian court on Monday. He has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. 2009 Rio-Paris crash: French court acquits Air France, Airbus A Paris court, on Monday (April 17) acquitted the carrier Air France and plane maker Airbus over the 2009 crash of a Rio-Paris flight which killed 228 people. The two France-based companies had gone on trial back in October to determine their responsibility for the worst aviation disaster in Air France’s history. Power struggle in Sudan rages as army pounds paramilitary bases with air strikes Sudanese army pounded paramilitary bases with air strikes on Sunday (April 16) as the power struggle continues to rage in the North African nation, news agency Reuters reported citing witnesses. Sudan's army appeared to have gained the upper hand. Fox News reportedly trying to settle with Dominion amid delay in defamation trial A defamation trial linked to false information being aired on Fox News about the 2020 US presidential elections was delayed Monday amid reports that the network is trying to settle with vote machine maker Dominion. As import bans mount Ukraine seeks re-opening of grain transit via Poland At discussions in Warsaw on Monday, Kyiv is attempting to re-open food and grain transit via Poland. As per Reuters, this is a "first step" to lifting the import restrictions after some nations stopped importing grain from Ukraine to safeguard their own agricultural markets from an influx of supplies. Rebels kill multiple Indonesian Army soldiers sent to rescue pilot kidnapped in West Papua The Indonesian Army soldiers deployed to rescue a captive New Zealand pilot were ambushed by the rebels in the island’s restive Papua province, leaving multiple personnel dead, and 30 reported missing. PM Sunak wants to make maths education mandatory until 18 in UK. Here’s why The United Kingdom Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak expected to continue his bid to make maths education compulsory until 18, as he believes that Britain possesses an inherent “anti-maths mindset” which is costing the country. SpaceX postpones debut launch of Starship over technical glitch SpaceX postponed the first test flight of Starship, its most powerful rocket ever built, on Monday, due to a technical failure. The rocket has been designed to send astronauts to the Moon and someday even to Mars and other places in space. ‘Urban elite concept’: Indian govt opposes same-sex marriage as SC to begin hearing Reiterating its opposition to same-sex marriage, the Indian government has filed a plea asking the Supreme Court to quash a batch of petitions seeking legal validation, saying that the “creation of a new social institution” is beyond the ambit of the judiciary. Chinese national in Pakistan's police custody for 'insulting Allah' in Ramadan row A Chinese engineer working at the Dasu hydropower project in Kohistan District in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has become the latest victim of Pakistan's strict blasphemy laws. He was taken into custody for "Insulting Allah."

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A mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama left four dead Saturday night. The shooting occurred at 10:30 pm and according to local news outlet WRBL, at least 20 people were shot at and sustained injuries. The injured were transported to local hospitals. In other news, amid a power struggle, the clashes between Sudan's military&nbsp;and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary has killed at least 56 civilians, while&nbsp;595 others have been injured.&nbsp;Those killed include three United Nations staff members belonging to the World Food Programme (WFP) which has since&nbsp;said it is suspending work in Sudan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mass-shooting-in-alabama-leaves-multiple-dead-at-a-birthday-party-582988">Mass shooting in Alabama leaves at least 4 dead at a birthday party, 20 shot at 
 
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A mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama left four dead Saturday night. The shooting occurred at 10:30 pm and according to local news outlet WRBL, at least 20 people were shot at and sustained injuries. The injured were transported to local hospitals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-army-and-rsf-clashes-leave-27-dead-including-3-un-staffers-dozens-injured-582861">Sudan unrest: World Food Programme suspends work following death of 3 staff members 
 
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Amid a power struggle, the clashes between Sudan's military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary has killed at least 56 civilians, while 595 others have been injured. Those killed include three United Nations staff members belonging to the World Food Programme (WFP) which has since said it is suspending work in Sudan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-was-atiq-ahmed-indian-gangster-turned-politician-shot-dead-live-on-tv-583016">Explained | Who was Atiq Ahmed? Indian gangster-turned-politician shot dead on live TV 
 
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Atiq Ahmed, the notorious gangster, five-time MLA and once an MP from the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was killed on live TV along with his brother Ashraf by a gang of three assassins on Saturday night.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-fires-warning-shots-after-north-korean-patrol-boat-breached-sea-border-583075">South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean patrol boat breached maritime border 
 
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South Korea fired warning shots at a North Korean vessel after it crossed the disputed maritime border, said the South Korean military, on Sunday (April 16). This comes amid a rise in tensions between the two countries over Pyongyang’s missile tests and military activities in recent weeks.&nbsp;

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/syria-at-least-26-truffle-hunters-killed-in-suspected-is-attack-says-war-monitor-583065">Syria: At least 31 truffle hunters killed in suspected IS attack, says war monitor 
 
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The United Kingdom-based war monitor, Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), reported that a group of suspected Islamic State (IS) militants killed at least 31&nbsp;people in central Syria on Sunday (April 16).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/dubai-building-fire-leaves-16-dead-including-four-indians-and-three-pakistanis-582975">Dubai building fire leaves 16 dead, including four Indians and three Pakistanis 
 
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A fire in a Dubai residential building killed 16 people and injured nine on Saturday, local newspapers reported on Sunday citing the Dubai Civil Defence. At least four Indians, including a couple from Kerala, were among those dead, local reports suggest.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/attack-on-army-volunteers-leaves-40-dead-in-burkina-faso-583085">Attack on army &amp; volunteers leaves 40 dead in Burkina Faso 
 
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An attack by unidentified assailants left at least 34 civilian volunteers and six soldiers dead on Sunday, the local government said in a statement. The attack was supposedly carried out by jihadists in northern Burkina Faso.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-vows-to-work-towards-cleaner-renewable-energy-with-no-deadline-583006">G7 vows to work towards cleaner, renewable energy with no deadline 
 
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The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations’ energy and environment ministers, on Sunday (April 16) vowed to ramp up efforts and work toward cleaner and renewable energy while also phasing out power plants using coal, in a statement, following discussions in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-aap-leaders-conduct-emergency-meeting-as-cbi-grills-kejriwal-in-excise-scam-583087">India: AAP leaders conduct emergency meeting as CBI grills Kejriwal in excise scam 
 
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Two days after being summonded by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday appeared before the central probe agency in the alleged excise policy scam case. Kejriwal is expected to appear as a witness in the case in which former deputy CM Manish Sisodia has already been jailed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-1000-shops-wipe-out-in-dhakas-new-supermarket-fire-traders-in-despair-582910">Over 1,000 shops gutted in Dhaka’s New Supermarket, traders' hopes of brisk Eid sales shattered 
 
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Over 1,000 shops were gutted in a fire at the New Supermarket in Dhaka, Bangladesh early on Saturday. Many traders are in despair as they lost everything they owned in the massive blaze, the cause of which is still not ascertained. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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A mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama left four dead Saturday night. The shooting occurred at 10:30 pm and according to local news outlet WRBL, at least 20 people were shot at and sustained injuries.

A mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama left four dead Saturday night. The shooting occurred at 10:30 pm and according to local news outlet WRBL, at least 20 people were shot at and sustained injuries. The injured were transported to local hospitals. In other news, amid a power struggle, the clashes between Sudan's military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary has killed at least 56 civilians, while 595 others have been injured. Those killed include three United Nations staff members belonging to the World Food Programme (WFP) which has since said it is suspending work in Sudan. Click on the headlines to read more: Mass shooting in Alabama leaves at least 4 dead at a birthday party, 20 shot at A mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama left four dead Saturday night. The shooting occurred at 10:30 pm and according to local news outlet WRBL, at least 20 people were shot at and sustained injuries. The injured were transported to local hospitals. Sudan unrest: World Food Programme suspends work following death of 3 staff members Amid a power struggle, the clashes between Sudan's military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary has killed at least 56 civilians, while 595 others have been injured. Those killed include three United Nations staff members belonging to the World Food Programme (WFP) which has since said it is suspending work in Sudan. Explained | Who was Atiq Ahmed? Indian gangster-turned-politician shot dead on live TV Atiq Ahmed, the notorious gangster, five-time MLA and once an MP from the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was killed on live TV along with his brother Ashraf by a gang of three assassins on Saturday night. South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean patrol boat breached maritime border South Korea fired warning shots at a North Korean vessel after it crossed the disputed maritime border, said the South Korean military, on Sunday (April 16). This comes amid a rise in tensions between the two countries over Pyongyang’s missile tests and military activities in recent weeks. Syria: At least 31 truffle hunters killed in suspected IS attack, says war monitor The United Kingdom-based war monitor, Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), reported that a group of suspected Islamic State (IS) militants killed at least 31 people in central Syria on Sunday (April 16). Dubai building fire leaves 16 dead, including four Indians and three Pakistanis A fire in a Dubai residential building killed 16 people and injured nine on Saturday, local newspapers reported on Sunday citing the Dubai Civil Defence. At least four Indians, including a couple from Kerala, were among those dead, local reports suggest. Attack on army & volunteers leaves 40 dead in Burkina Faso An attack by unidentified assailants left at least 34 civilian volunteers and six soldiers dead on Sunday, the local government said in a statement. The attack was supposedly carried out by jihadists in northern Burkina Faso. G7 vows to work towards cleaner, renewable energy with no deadline The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations’ energy and environment ministers, on Sunday (April 16) vowed to ramp up efforts and work toward cleaner and renewable energy while also phasing out power plants using coal, in a statement, following discussions in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo. India: AAP leaders conduct emergency meeting as CBI grills Kejriwal in excise scam Two days after being summonded by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday appeared before the central probe agency in the alleged excise policy scam case. Kejriwal is expected to appear as a witness in the case in which former deputy CM Manish Sisodia has already been jailed. Over 1,000 shops gutted in Dhaka’s New Supermarket, traders' hopes of brisk Eid sales shattered Over 1,000 shops were gutted in a fire at the New Supermarket in Dhaka, Bangladesh early on Saturday. Many traders are in despair as they lost everything they owned in the massive blaze, the cause of which is still not ascertained.

Top 10 world news: At least 4 dead after mass shooting in Alabama, WFP suspends work in Sudan & more

Speaking at an event in India's Bengaluru city in&nbsp;the run-up to G20 summit later this year, the&nbsp;US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for fresh economic sanctions on Moscow. From Washington's corridors of power, President Joe Biden nominated former Mastercard chief executive Ajay Banga to lead the World Bank. Meanwhile, the Israeli military on Thursday informed that Palestinian militants fired as many as six rockets from the Gaza Strip towards the country's south.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/janet-yellen-calls-for-fresh-sanctions-on-russia-as-g20-finance-chiefs-gather-in-india-565184">Janet Yellen calls for fresh sanctions on Russia as G20 finance chiefs gather in India</a>

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The US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for fresh economic sanctions on Moscow on Thursday (February 23) and also said that the world must increase financial support to the war-ravaged Ukraine and help in its fight against Russian aggression.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-american-ajay-banga-gets-nominated-by-joe-biden-for-world-bank-president-565233">Indian-American Ajay Banga gets nominated by Joe Biden for World Bank president</a>

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The Biden administration on Thursday (February 23) nominated former Mastercard chief executive Ajay Banga to lead the World Bank. The announcement comes amid the ongoing push for development lenders to revamp and address global problems more effectively.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestine-fires-six-missiles-after-israel-launches-one-of-the-deadliest-military-raids-in-west-bank-564978">Palestine fires six missiles after Israel launches one of the 'deadliest' military raids in West Bank</a>

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The Israeli military on Thursday informed that Palestinian militants fired as many as six rockets from the Gaza Strip towards the country's south. The firing of the projectiles comes less than 24 hours after Israel carried out a rare daytime arrest operation that triggered fighting in the occupied West Bank, killing at least 11 people and wounding more than 100.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oman-to-allow-israeli-aircraft-to-fly-through-its-airspace-says-jerusalem-565230">Oman to allow Israeli aircraft to fly through its airspace, says Jerusalem</a>

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Oman has decided to allow Israeli aircraft to fly through its airspace, indicating another sign of closer ties between the two countries. The announcement was made by Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen on Thursday (February 23). Cohen said the approval (from Oman) is a "significant and historic decision for the Israeli economy and Israeli travellers,” the news agency AP reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/selfie-with-spy-balloon-us-pilot-captures-chinese-balloon-at-60000-feet-565011">Selfie with spy balloon! US pilot captures Chinese balloon at 60,000 feet</a>

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A selfie photograph taken by a U2 spy plane’s pilot was released by the Pentagon. The highlight of the selfie is the suspected Chinese spy balloon which was captured by the pilot while the plane was hovering above the Chinese spy balloon in the US skies, after which the balloon was shot down by the US military off the coast of South Carolina earlier this month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/on-paks-economic-challenges-jaishankars-basic-industry-is-terror-remark-565178">On Pak’s economic crises, Jaishankar calls out neighbour’s ‘basic terrorism industry’ for its ills</a>

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India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday (February 23) yet again spoke of Pakistan's tacit support to terror groups at a time when the country faces multiple economic challenges and almost dismissed the idea of helping the western neighbour to come out of its economic mess. No country can come out of a difficult situation, Jaishankar insisted, "if it's basic industry is terrorism".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/explained-stem-cell-transplant-cures-another-hiv-patient-is-this-a-solution-to-the-hiv-crisis-565244">EXPLAINED | Stem cell transplant cures another HIV patient, is this a solution to the HIV crisis?</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/23/334469-weekend-banner.png?imwidth=1920" />The Düsseldorf patient, a 53-year-old German man, has been labelled as the third person to have been "cured of HIV." Even four years after quitting the medication, the virus is still undetectable in his body. This has been made possible with a bone-marrow transplant from people carrying a specific HIV-resistant genetic mutation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/what-is-xylazine-how-is-the-medicine-turning-people-into-zombies-565219">What is Xylazine? How is the medicine turning people into Zombies?</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/23/334452-the-battle-for-kyiv-9.png?imwidth=1920" />A new medicine, called Xylazine, or “tranq” has unleashed havoc in cities across the US by causing deadly symptoms including skin rotting.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-womens-t20-wc-india-vs-australia-semi-final-match-report-565224">ICC Women's T20 WC: Harmanpreet Kaur's fifty in vain as Australia beat India by 5 runs to enter final</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/23/334453-womens-t20-wc-australia-beat-india-to-book-a-place-in-finale.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Australia beat India by five&nbsp;runs, on Thursday,&nbsp;in the semifinal of the ICC Women's World T20 in a thrilling finish. Needing 16 runs in the final over with Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav on the crease, India managed just five runs off the first three balls. Radha Yadav then was caught off&nbsp;Ashleigh Gardner on the fourth ball, leaving India with the daunting task of needing two sixes to win the game.&nbsp;The new batswoman, Shikha Pandey, however, could manage only a single, and Deepti Sharma finished off with a four, which was too little and too late.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/house-of-the-dragon-set-to-return-in-2024-565236">House of the Dragon set to return in 2024</a>

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Loved watching the Game of Thrones prequel? The House of the Dragon is now set to return with season 2 in 2024. Production on season 2 is currently underway as HBO and HBO Max content CEO Casey Bloys confirmed the same. Casey also hinted that the show will return in the summer of 2024 as he said that it won’t be eligible for the 2024 Emmy season.

Speaking at an event in India's Bengaluru city in the run-up to G20 summit later this year, the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for fresh economic sanctions on Moscow.

Speaking at an event in India's Bengaluru city in the run-up to G20 summit later this year, the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for fresh economic sanctions on Moscow. From Washington's corridors of power, President Joe Biden nominated former Mastercard chief executive Ajay Banga to lead the World Bank. Meanwhile, the Israeli military on Thursday informed that Palestinian militants fired as many as six rockets from the Gaza Strip towards the country's south. Click on the headlines to read more: Janet Yellen calls for fresh sanctions on Russia as G20 finance chiefs gather in India The US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for fresh economic sanctions on Moscow on Thursday (February 23) and also said that the world must increase financial support to the war-ravaged Ukraine and help in its fight against Russian aggression. Indian-American Ajay Banga gets nominated by Joe Biden for World Bank president The Biden administration on Thursday (February 23) nominated former Mastercard chief executive Ajay Banga to lead the World Bank. The announcement comes amid the ongoing push for development lenders to revamp and address global problems more effectively. Palestine fires six missiles after Israel launches one of the 'deadliest' military raids in West Bank The Israeli military on Thursday informed that Palestinian militants fired as many as six rockets from the Gaza Strip towards the country's south. The firing of the projectiles comes less than 24 hours after Israel carried out a rare daytime arrest operation that triggered fighting in the occupied West Bank, killing at least 11 people and wounding more than 100. Oman to allow Israeli aircraft to fly through its airspace, says Jerusalem Oman has decided to allow Israeli aircraft to fly through its airspace, indicating another sign of closer ties between the two countries. The announcement was made by Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen on Thursday (February 23). Cohen said the approval (from Oman) is a "significant and historic decision for the Israeli economy and Israeli travellers,” the news agency AP reported. Selfie with spy balloon! US pilot captures Chinese balloon at 60,000 feet A selfie photograph taken by a U2 spy plane’s pilot was released by the Pentagon. The highlight of the selfie is the suspected Chinese spy balloon which was captured by the pilot while the plane was hovering above the Chinese spy balloon in the US skies, after which the balloon was shot down by the US military off the coast of South Carolina earlier this month. On Pak’s economic crises, Jaishankar calls out neighbour’s ‘basic terrorism industry’ for its ills India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday (February 23) yet again spoke of Pakistan's tacit support to terror groups at a time when the country faces multiple economic challenges and almost dismissed the idea of helping the western neighbour to come out of its economic mess. No country can come out of a difficult situation, Jaishankar insisted, "if it's basic industry is terrorism". EXPLAINED | Stem cell transplant cures another HIV patient, is this a solution to the HIV crisis?The Düsseldorf patient, a 53-year-old German man, has been labelled as the third person to have been "cured of HIV." Even four years after quitting the medication, the virus is still undetectable in his body. This has been made possible with a bone-marrow transplant from people carrying a specific HIV-resistant genetic mutation. What is Xylazine? How is the medicine turning people into Zombies?A new medicine, called Xylazine, or “tranq” has unleashed havoc in cities across the US by causing deadly symptoms including skin rotting. ICC Women's T20 WC: Harmanpreet Kaur's fifty in vain as Australia beat India by 5 runs to enter final Australia beat India by five runs, on Thursday, in the semifinal of the ICC Women's World T20 in a thrilling finish. Needing 16 runs in the final over with Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav on the crease, India managed just five runs off the first three balls. Radha Yadav then was caught off Ashleigh Gardner on the fourth ball, leaving India with the daunting task of needing two sixes to win the game. The new batswoman, Shikha Pandey, however, could manage only a single, and Deepti Sharma finished off with a four, which was too little and too late. House of the Dragon set to return in 2024 Loved watching the Game of Thrones prequel? The House of the Dragon is now set to return with season 2 in 2024. Production on season 2 is currently underway as HBO and HBO Max content CEO Casey Bloys confirmed the same. Casey also hinted that the show will return in the summer of 2024 as he said that it won’t be eligible for the 2024 Emmy season.

Top 10 world news: US calls for new sanctions on Russia, Indian-origin Ajay Banga may lead World Bank and more

Kremlin told Russian news agencies on Saturday (3 December) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine's Donbas region "in due time". Putin claims to have annexed the Donbas region and his planned visit might anger Ukraine and the West. In other news,&nbsp;Iran’s parliament and the judiciary are in the midst of reviewing the law which mandates women to cover their heads and if it requires any changes, said the attorney general, on Friday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-moscow-says-vladimir-putin-will-visit-east-ukraine-in-due-time-539756">Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow says Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine 'in due time'</a>

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Kremlin told Russian news agencies on Saturday (3 December) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine's Donbas region "in due time". Putin claims to have annexed the Donbas region and his planned visit might anger Ukraine and the West.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/iran-hijab-law-under-review-says-attorney-general-state-body-reports-200-deaths-amid-protests-539764">Iran: Hijab law under review says attorney general; state body reports 200 deaths amid protests</a>

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&nbsp;Iran’s parliament and the judiciary are in the midst of reviewing the law which mandates women to cover their heads and if it requires any changes, said the attorney general, on Friday.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the judiciary's Mizan news agency quoted the interior ministry's state security council and said at least 200 people lost their lives during the “riots”.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-china-looks-to-loosen-some-covid-curbs-guangzhou-calls-virus-symptoms-flu-like-539731">As China loosens some Covid curbs, Guangzhou official says virus now ‘less virulent than flu’</a>

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China has hinted at possible relaxing of some of the coronavirus (COVID-19) measures amid growing public frustration and mass protests as the authorities in many parts of the country dealt with the rare task of tackling the demonstrators.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-eu-g7-and-australia-agree-to-price-cap-on-russian-oil-539655">G7 and Australia follow EU, agree to $60 a barrel price cap on Russian crude oil</a>

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Following European Union, the Group of Seven (G7) nations and Australia on Friday (December 2) also agreed to the USD 60 per barrel price cap on Russian seaborne crude oil.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmar-uses-death-penalties-to-crush-opposition-holds-proceedings-in-secretive-courts-un-539716">Myanmar uses death penalties to ‘crush opposition’, holds proceedings in ‘secretive courts’: UN</a>

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More than 130 people have been sentenced to death since the Myanmar junta took over last year, said a United Nations official, on Friday, accusing them of using capital punishment to crush the opposition.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-says-silence-is-complicity-in-his-call-to-denounce-anti-semitism-539736">Joe Biden says 'silence is complicity' in his call to denounce anti-semitism</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Friday appealed to the country's political leaders to denounce anti-Semitism, in the wake of Donald Trump hosting a Holocaust denier and rapper Kanye West declaring his admiration for Adolf Hitler and the Nazis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/57-magnitude-earthquake-hits-indonesias-java-island-one-injured-539775">5.7 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia's Java island, one injured</a>

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Indonesia's Java island was hit by a strong earthquake on Saturday, injuring one person and rocking the same town which suffered devastation due to a tremor last month, leaving more than 330 people dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-a-part-of-me-google-ceo-sundar-pichai-receives-padma-bhushan-expresses-his-gratitude-in-a-post-539636">‘India is a part of me’, says Google CEO Sundar Pichai on receiving Padma Bhushan, expresses gratitude</a>

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Sundar Pichai, one of the most renowned CEOs in the world, has been awarded Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards. India's ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu awarded the civilian award to Google and Alphabet CEO in San Francisco.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/asim-munir-kicks-off-armys-game-of-thrones-in-pakistan-with-major-reshuffle-539646">General Asim Munir kicks off Pakistan army's game of thrones with major reshuffle</a>

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Pakistan's new Army chief General Asim Munir is making his first major reshuffle in his Army staff, widely perceived to be the real power behind Islamabad's political semblance of democracy, and the development is being seen by observers as the start of building his team.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pele-not-responding-to-chemotherapy-moved-to-end-of-life-care-reports-539760">Pele not responding to chemotherapy, moved to end-of-life care: Reports</a>

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Brazilian football legend Pele, 82, has been moved to 'end-of-life' or 'palliative care' after he stopped responding to chemotherapy in his fight against bowel cancer, reported Folha de S. Paulo. Under palliative care, patients with potentially life-threatening diseases or conditions are not subjected to invasive tests or treatment.

Kremlin told Russian news agencies on Saturday (3 December) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine's Donbas region "in due time". Putin claims to have annexed the Donbas region and his planned visit might anger Ukraine and the West.

Kremlin told Russian news agencies on Saturday (3 December) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine's Donbas region "in due time". Putin claims to have annexed the Donbas region and his planned visit might anger Ukraine and the West. In other news, Iran’s parliament and the judiciary are in the midst of reviewing the law which mandates women to cover their heads and if it requires any changes, said the attorney general, on Friday. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow says Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine 'in due time' Kremlin told Russian news agencies on Saturday (3 December) that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit east Ukraine's Donbas region "in due time". Putin claims to have annexed the Donbas region and his planned visit might anger Ukraine and the West. Iran: Hijab law under review says attorney general; state body reports 200 deaths amid protests Iran’s parliament and the judiciary are in the midst of reviewing the law which mandates women to cover their heads and if it requires any changes, said the attorney general, on Friday. Meanwhile, the judiciary's Mizan news agency quoted the interior ministry's state security council and said at least 200 people lost their lives during the “riots”. As China loosens some Covid curbs, Guangzhou official says virus now ‘less virulent than flu’ China has hinted at possible relaxing of some of the coronavirus (COVID-19) measures amid growing public frustration and mass protests as the authorities in many parts of the country dealt with the rare task of tackling the demonstrators. G7 and Australia follow EU, agree to $60 a barrel price cap on Russian crude oil Following European Union, the Group of Seven (G7) nations and Australia on Friday (December 2) also agreed to the USD 60 per barrel price cap on Russian seaborne crude oil. Myanmar uses death penalties to ‘crush opposition’, holds proceedings in ‘secretive courts’: UN More than 130 people have been sentenced to death since the Myanmar junta took over last year, said a United Nations official, on Friday, accusing them of using capital punishment to crush the opposition. Joe Biden says 'silence is complicity' in his call to denounce anti-semitism US President Joe Biden on Friday appealed to the country's political leaders to denounce anti-Semitism, in the wake of Donald Trump hosting a Holocaust denier and rapper Kanye West declaring his admiration for Adolf Hitler and the Nazis. 5.7 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia's Java island, one injured Indonesia's Java island was hit by a strong earthquake on Saturday, injuring one person and rocking the same town which suffered devastation due to a tremor last month, leaving more than 330 people dead. ‘India is a part of me’, says Google CEO Sundar Pichai on receiving Padma Bhushan, expresses gratitude Sundar Pichai, one of the most renowned CEOs in the world, has been awarded Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards. India's ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu awarded the civilian award to Google and Alphabet CEO in San Francisco. General Asim Munir kicks off Pakistan army's game of thrones with major reshuffle Pakistan's new Army chief General Asim Munir is making his first major reshuffle in his Army staff, widely perceived to be the real power behind Islamabad's political semblance of democracy, and the development is being seen by observers as the start of building his team. Pele not responding to chemotherapy, moved to end-of-life care: Reports Brazilian football legend Pele, 82, has been moved to 'end-of-life' or 'palliative care' after he stopped responding to chemotherapy in his fight against bowel cancer, reported Folha de S. Paulo. Under palliative care, patients with potentially life-threatening diseases or conditions are not subjected to invasive tests or treatment.

Top 10 world news: Putin to visit east Ukraine ‘in due time’, Iran’s hijab law under review, and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest news stories of July 5 from all over the world. In Thailand, an overnight explosion and fire left one person dead and at least 60 injured. The area around the factory was evacuated amid fears of toxic fumes spreading. After what Ethiopian government calls a "unilateral ceasefire" took effect in Tigray region, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed boasted about his country's military might. In the Dominican Republic, Storm Elsa has killed two people so far. On the science front, we have two new exciting stories at the end of the list. The Sun ejected its largest solar flare in 4 years on July 3. In unrelated news, scientists discovered a cloud larger than the Milky Way galaxy floating through space. Why is it unusual? Find out below.

To read the full story, click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-factory-blast-1-killed-60-injured-as-area-evacuated-over-toxic-fume-fears-395957" hreflang="en">Thai factory fire: 1 dead, 60 injured as area evacuated over toxic fume fears</a>

An overnight explosion and fire at a chemical factory killed one person and injured more than 60 others, sending black smoke into the sky over Samut Prakan's Bang Phli area late Monday afternoon

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-pm-abiy-ahmed-boasts-of-military-might-396002" hreflang="en">Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed boasts of military might</a>

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Monday that the government can easily recruit one million new fighter but wanted a period of "silence" in the country's war-hit Tigray region

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-killed-as-tropical-storm-elsa-lashes-dominican-republic-395954" hreflang="en">Two killed as tropical storm Elsa lashes Dominican Republic</a>

High waves hit the coast of Dominican Republic's capital Santo Domingo on Saturday (July 3) as Storm Elsa lashed the country, leaving two people dead

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/san-diego-zoo-begins-vaccinating-animals-against-covid-using-experimental-vaccine-396013" hreflang="en">San Diego zoo begins vaccinating animals against Covid using experimental vaccine</a>

In a bid to protect the animal species, San Francisco Bay Area Zoo is vaccinating its population of big cats, bears and ferrets against the deadly coronavirus

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-city-marks-july-4-with-eating-contest-fireworks-395953" hreflang="en">New York City marks July 4 with eating contest, fireworks</a>

After a year lost to the coronavirus, New York City's most well-known Fourth of July traditions were back

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/hackers-linked-to-russia-reportedly-demand-70-million-from-companies-hit-by-cyberattack-395947" hreflang="en">Hackers linked to Russia reportedly demand $70 million from companies hit by cyberattack</a>

Hackers behind the mass attack which affected hundreds of companies on Friday have reportedly demanded $70 million to restore the data, according to a dark web posting.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/supermarket-chains-in-sweden-remain-closed-after-cyberattack-396018" hreflang="en">Supermarket chains in Sweden remain closed after cyberattack</a>

Major supermarkets in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/hackers-linked-to-russia-reportedly-demand-70-million-from-companies-hit-by-cyberattack-395947">Sweden</a>&nbsp;remained closed on Monday after a cyberattack targeted US tech provider Kaseya three days ago.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-place-is-safe-reveal-scientists-amid-unprecedented-heatwave-in-parts-of-us-and-canada-395939" hreflang="en">No place is safe, reveal scientists amid unprecedented heatwave in parts of US and Canada</a>

In a new revelation, climate scientists have said that no place is safe from the kind of extreme heat events that have hit the western US and Canada in recent days

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/explosion-on-sun-equivalent-to-millions-of-hydrogen-bombs-causes-biggest-solar-flare-in-4-years-396003" hreflang="en">Explosion on Sun equivalent to millions of hydrogen bombs causes biggest solar flare in 4 years</a>

The centre of our planetary system and the source of all energy on Earth, our gigantic Sun recently made its celestial presence felt with what is being called the biggest solar flare in four years

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/orphan-cloud-bigger-than-milky-way-found-in-no-galaxys-land-by-scientists-395982" hreflang="en">'Orphan cloud' bigger than Milky Way found in 'no-galaxy's land' by scientists</a>

Scientists have found evidence of a large cloud clustered in-between two galaxies in space

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest news stories of July 5 from all over the world. In Thailand, an overnight explosion and fire left one person dead and at least 60 injured.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest news stories of July 5 from all over the world. In Thailand, an overnight explosion and fire left one person dead and at least 60 injured. The area around the factory was evacuated amid fears of toxic fumes spreading. After what Ethiopian government calls a "unilateral ceasefire" took effect in Tigray region, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed boasted about his country's military might. In the Dominican Republic, Storm Elsa has killed two people so far. On the science front, we have two new exciting stories at the end of the list. The Sun ejected its largest solar flare in 4 years on July 3. In unrelated news, scientists discovered a cloud larger than the Milky Way galaxy floating through space. Why is it unusual? Find out below. To read the full story, click on the headline. Thai factory fire: 1 dead, 60 injured as area evacuated over toxic fume fears An overnight explosion and fire at a chemical factory killed one person and injured more than 60 others, sending black smoke into the sky over Samut Prakan's Bang Phli area late Monday afternoon Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed boasts of military might Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Monday that the government can easily recruit one million new fighter but wanted a period of "silence" in the country's war-hit Tigray region Two killed as tropical storm Elsa lashes Dominican Republic High waves hit the coast of Dominican Republic's capital Santo Domingo on Saturday (July 3) as Storm Elsa lashed the country, leaving two people dead San Diego zoo begins vaccinating animals against Covid using experimental vaccine In a bid to protect the animal species, San Francisco Bay Area Zoo is vaccinating its population of big cats, bears and ferrets against the deadly coronavirus New York City marks July 4 with eating contest, fireworks After a year lost to the coronavirus, New York City's most well-known Fourth of July traditions were back Hackers linked to Russia reportedly demand $70 million from companies hit by cyberattack Hackers behind the mass attack which affected hundreds of companies on Friday have reportedly demanded $70 million to restore the data, according to a dark web posting. Supermarket chains in Sweden remain closed after cyberattack Major supermarkets in Sweden remained closed on Monday after a cyberattack targeted US tech provider Kaseya three days ago. No place is safe, reveal scientists amid unprecedented heatwave in parts of US and Canada In a new revelation, climate scientists have said that no place is safe from the kind of extreme heat events that have hit the western US and Canada in recent days Explosion on Sun equivalent to millions of hydrogen bombs causes biggest solar flare in 4 years The centre of our planetary system and the source of all energy on Earth, our gigantic Sun recently made its celestial presence felt with what is being called the biggest solar flare in four years 'Orphan cloud' bigger than Milky Way found in 'no-galaxy's land' by scientists Scientists have found evidence of a large cloud clustered in-between two galaxies in space

Top 10 world news today: Thai factory fire kills 1, Storm Elsa hits Dominican Republic, and more

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest and the most viral stories of today in this newsletter. The UK unveiled its new immigration policy - the plan involves a&nbsp;digital visa&nbsp;regime with Patel asserting that the system should be "logical and fair". In Jerusalem, an attacker stabbed two people as tensions remain high after the ceasefire was announced in the Israel-Gaza conflict - the attacker was later shot dead by the police. On the science front - we bring good news. A study from the United Kingdom sheds light on how dogs may be able to help the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic by identifying the virus in less than a second - a lot faster than testing methods available right now. In more Covid-related news, United States' top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci recently said that he is not entirely convinced that coronavirus emerged naturally, and has urged scientists to keep studying its origins.&nbsp;

This and more below! For the full story, make sure you click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/attacker-stabs-two-people-in-jerusalem-shot-by-israeli-police-387096">Attacker stabs two people in Jerusalem, shot by Israeli police</a>

Two Israeli's were stabbed on Monday including an&nbsp;IDF soldier&nbsp;in front of the national headquarters of the border police in Jerusalem, reports said.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/government-taking-back-control-uk-home-secretary-priti-patel-unveils-new-immigration-policy-387086">'Taking back control': UK minister Priti Patel unveils new immigration policy</a>

UK's home secretary&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/unprecedented-india-uk-mobility-pact-overcomes-past-barriers-priti-patel-384327">Priti Patel&nbsp;</a>on Monday unveiled the government's new&nbsp;immigration policy&nbsp;while announcing "wholescale reforms".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-olympics-japans-osaka-buckles-under-coronavirus-fourth-wave-387130">Ahead of Olympics, Japan's Osaka buckles under coronavirus fourth wave</a>

Ahead of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympics-softbank-ceo-slams-games-as-japan-races-to-catch-up-on-vaccinations-387042">&nbsp;Olympics</a>, Japans's second-largest city Osaka is battling the&nbsp;fourth wave&nbsp;of coronavirus with hospitals unable to cope with the pressure as cases have surged over the past week.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-finds-belarus-approach-to-plane-incident-reasonable-387125" hreflang="en">Russia finds Belarus approach to plane incident 'reasonable'</a>

Russia on Monday backed Belarus in its decision to divert a plane carrying opposition activist. The activist was later arrested by Belarus. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov defended Belarus' decision.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-covid-19-emerge-naturally-anthony-fauci-not-convinced-says-further-probe-needed-387110">US disease expert Anthony Fauci 'not convinced' COVID-19 emerged naturally</a>

Anthony Fauci, the US’ top infectious disease expert is not entirely convinced that coronavirus originated naturally. “No actually. I am not convinced about that”, News.com.AU quoted him as saying

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-transport-minister-vows-to-find-cause-of-deadly-cable-car-accident-387115" hreflang="en">Italian transport minister vows to find cause of deadly cable-car accident</a>

Italy's transport minister has vowed to find the cause of the deadly cable-car accident that took 14 lives. Minister Enrico Giovannini visited the accident site on Monday and announced a probe into the incident.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/uk-will-suck-out-carbon-dioxide-from-air-to-fight-climate-change-387097" hreflang="en">UK will 'suck out' carbon dioxide from air to fight climate change</a>

The United Kingdom is going to try something new to beat the ill effects of climate change. Carbon dioxide, one of the key heating agents on Earth, will be sucked out of the air across the country.<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/32439-carbon%25252520dioxide-20171111032154.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-orders-aircrafts-to-avoid-belarus-airspace-suspends-belavia-387131" hreflang="en">UK orders aircrafts to avoid Belarus airspace, suspends Belavia</a>

British government on Monday said that it had instructed UK aircrafts to avoid Belarus airspace. Additionally, it slapped a ban on Belarusian flag carrier Belavia.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/dogs-can-detect-covid-19-among-humans-in-less-than-a-second-uk-study-finds-387127" hreflang="en">Dogs can detect COVID-19 among humans in less than a second, UK study finds</a>

Dogs may be humanity’s next weapon to weed out the COVID-19 pandemic. Infections of coronavirus tend to jump tremendously if restrictions are relaxed prematurely.&nbsp; As evident in many countries like India, the human cost of COVID-19 could be beyond devastating and scientists want to employ whatever tools are available at hand.

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/indian-eam-jaishankar-to-meet-blinken-un-chief-guterres-during-us-visit-387128" hreflang="en">Indian EAM Jaishankar to meet Blinken, UN Chief Guterres during US visit</a>

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Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest and the most viral stories of today in this newsletter. The UK unveiled its new immigration policy - the plan involves a digital visa regime with Patel asserting that the system should be "logical and fair".

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest and the most viral stories of today in this newsletter. The UK unveiled its new immigration policy - the plan involves a digital visa regime with Patel asserting that the system should be "logical and fair". In Jerusalem, an attacker stabbed two people as tensions remain high after the ceasefire was announced in the Israel-Gaza conflict - the attacker was later shot dead by the police. On the science front - we bring good news. A study from the United Kingdom sheds light on how dogs may be able to help the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic by identifying the virus in less than a second - a lot faster than testing methods available right now. In more Covid-related news, United States' top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci recently said that he is not entirely convinced that coronavirus emerged naturally, and has urged scientists to keep studying its origins. This and more below! For the full story, make sure you click on the headline. Attacker stabs two people in Jerusalem, shot by Israeli police Two Israeli's were stabbed on Monday including an IDF soldier in front of the national headquarters of the border police in Jerusalem, reports said. 'Taking back control': UK minister Priti Patel unveils new immigration policy UK's home secretary Priti Patel on Monday unveiled the government's new immigration policy while announcing "wholescale reforms". Ahead of Olympics, Japan's Osaka buckles under coronavirus fourth wave Ahead of the Olympics, Japans's second-largest city Osaka is battling the fourth wave of coronavirus with hospitals unable to cope with the pressure as cases have surged over the past week. Russia finds Belarus approach to plane incident 'reasonable' Russia on Monday backed Belarus in its decision to divert a plane carrying opposition activist. The activist was later arrested by Belarus. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov defended Belarus' decision. US disease expert Anthony Fauci 'not convinced' COVID-19 emerged naturally Anthony Fauci, the US’ top infectious disease expert is not entirely convinced that coronavirus originated naturally. “No actually. I am not convinced about that”, News.com.AU quoted him as saying Italian transport minister vows to find cause of deadly cable-car accident Italy's transport minister has vowed to find the cause of the deadly cable-car accident that took 14 lives. Minister Enrico Giovannini visited the accident site on Monday and announced a probe into the incident. UK will 'suck out' carbon dioxide from air to fight climate change The United Kingdom is going to try something new to beat the ill effects of climate change. Carbon dioxide, one of the key heating agents on Earth, will be sucked out of the air across the country. UK orders aircrafts to avoid Belarus airspace, suspends Belavia British government on Monday said that it had instructed UK aircrafts to avoid Belarus airspace. Additionally, it slapped a ban on Belarusian flag carrier Belavia. Dogs can detect COVID-19 among humans in less than a second, UK study finds Dogs may be humanity’s next weapon to weed out the COVID-19 pandemic. Infections of coronavirus tend to jump tremendously if restrictions are relaxed prematurely. As evident in many countries like India, the human cost of COVID-19 could be beyond devastating and scientists want to employ whatever tools are available at hand. Watch: Indian EAM Jaishankar to meet Blinken, UN Chief Guterres during US visit

Top 10 world news today: UK introduces new immigration policy, stabbing in Jerusalem, and more